Council Agenda - Regular Meeting 04/28/2020 05:30 PM

CALL TO ORDER: Mayor B.H. "Skip" Henderson, III, Presiding

INVOCATION: Offered by Councilor Valerie A. Thompson.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Led by Mayor Henderson.

MINUTES

1.Approval of minutes for the April 14, 2020 Council Meeting.

20200414.COUNCIL.pdf (0.04 MB)

UPDATE:

2.An update on COVID-19.

PRESENTATIONS:

MAYOR’S FY2021 BUDGET PRESENTATION: Mayor Henderson presents the Recommended FY2021 Budget for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2020 through June 30, 2021.

3.MAYOR’S FY2021 BUDGET PRESENTATION: Mayor Henderson presents the Recommended FY2021 Budget for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2020 through June 30, 2021.

CITY ATTORNEY’S AGENDA

ORDINANCES

1.1st Reading - An ordinance extending certain tax and licensing deadlines established by local law; providing for the continuation of emergency procurement procedures; and for other purposes. (Mayor Pro Tem Allen)

Ordinance - Columbus State of Emergency 4-28-20 Amendment.pdf (0.03 MB)

RESOLUTIONS

2.Resolution: A resolution designating the Columbus Civic Center and the Columbus Iron Works Trade and Convention Center as additional available courthouse facilities for the purpose of holding State Court proceedings for the time period of May 13, 2020 until July 3, 2020 unless further extended by this Council. (Request of State Court Chief Judge Andy Prather) (Mayor Pro Tem Allen)

Courthouse Emergency Resolution COVID CRISIS.pdf (0.02 MB)

3.Resolution - A resolution amending the Columbus 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan. (Request of Deferred Compensation Committee)

Deferred Comp Resolution 2nd amendment COVID-19 and SECURE Act.pdf (0.02 MB)
Attachment to Resolution.pdf (0.12 MB)

CITY MANAGER'S AGENDA

1.Liberty Theatre

Approval is requested to accept the Liberty Theatre at the request of the Liberty Theatre Board Chairman and Board of Directors and Councilors Woodson, Barnes and Thompson.

Liberty Theatre April 28.pdf (0.03 MB)
Memo from Chairman Smyre April 28.pdf (0.07 MB)

2.Donations and Non-Cash Match Grants Related to COVID-19

Approval is requested to accept donations and non-cash match grants related to COVID-19.

Donations Agenda - April 28 2020.pdf (0.04 MB)

3.Street Acceptance – Ponder Drive, that portion of Capot Drive and that portion of Omaha Drive located in Section Three, Midland Downs

Approval is requested for the acceptance of Ponder Drive, that portion of Capot Drive and that portion of Omaha Drive located in Section Three, Midland Downs.

Midland Downs Section Three.pdf (0.05 MB)
Midland Downs Section Three.pdf (0.42 MB)

4.SOLICITOR GENERAL’S OFFICE – FY20 OTHER LOCAL OPTION SALES TAX REALLOCATION

Approval is requested to reallocate $6,600 of the FY20 Other Local Option Sales Tax Fund budget of the Solicitor General’s Office from Office Supplies to Purchase Laptop Computers.

OLOST Reallocation Resolution to purchase laptops.pdf (0.03 MB)

PURCHASES

A.Portable Toilet Rental and Service (Re-Bid) (Annual Contract) – RFB No. 20-0054

A. Portable Toilet Rental and Service.pdf (0.02 MB)

B.Maintenance Services for Security Locking Systems/Door Hinges (Annual Contract) – RFB No. 20-0058

B. Maintenance Services for Security Locking Systems and Door Hinges - RFB No. 20-0058.pdf (0.03 MB)

C.Leather Items; RFB No. 20-0013

C. Leather Items.pdf (0.03 MB)

D.Breathing Apparatus (Annual Contract) – RFB No. 20-0041

D. Breathing Apparatus (Annual Contract).pdf (0.03 MB)

E.Heating & Refrigeration Supplies (Annual Contract) – RFB No. 20-0047

E. Heating & Refrigeration Supplies (Annual Contract).pdf (0.02 MB)

F.Transit Enhancements (Annual Contract) – RFB No. 20-0049

F. Transit Enhancements (Annual Contract) - RFB No. 20-0049.pdf (0.02 MB)

G.Dumpster/Roll Off Container Rental and Servicing; RFB No. 20-0048

G. Dumpster Roll Off Container Rental and Servicing.pdf (0.03 MB)

EMERGENCY PURCHASES

UPDATES AND PRESENTATIONS

A.Board of Tax Assessor Update - Suzanne Widenhouse, Chief Appraiser

Council Presentation 4-28-2020.pdf (0.20 MB)

BID ADVERTISEMENT

.April 29, 2020

1. Plumbing & Irrigation Supplies (Annual Contract) (Re-Bid) – RFB No. 20-0046

Scope of Bid

Provide plumbing & irrigation supplies on an “as needed” basis to be picked up and delivered to Columbus Consolidated Government. The contract term will be for two (2) years with the option to renew for three (3) additional twelve-month periods.

Lot Clearing Services III (Annual Contract) – RFB No. 20-0055

Scope of Bid

Provide services for annual clearing of vacant or unoccupied lots, including cutting and removing grass, weeds, undergrowth and other vegetation, and removing any/all solid waste for the Department of Inspections and Code. Due to the number of upcoming projects, the City has identified the need to contract with additional vendors to provide the requested services.

May 6, 2020

1. Utility Service Barge – RFB No. 20-0042

Scope of Bid

Provide one (1) utility service barge to be used by Rainwater Division staff to remove debris from trash racks on the eleven watershed lakes located throughout Muscogee County.

2. Stone (Annual Contract) – RFB No. 20-0060

Scope of RFB

Provide various grades of stone to be purchased on an “as needed” basis by the Public Works Department. The contract term will be for two (2) years with the option to renew for three (3) additional twelve-month periods. This contract will be awarded to a Primary and Secondary Contractor.

May 13, 2020

1. Ammunition (Annual Contract) – RFB No. 20-0062

Scope of RFB

Provide ammunition and munitions of various types and quantities on an “as needed” basis to Columbus Consolidated Government to be utilized by the Public Safety Departments. The contract term will be for two (2) years with option to renew for three (3) additional twelve-month periods.

Bid Advertisements April 28 2020.pdf (0.03 MB)

CLERK OF COUNCIL’S AGENDA

ENCLOSURES - ACTION REQUESTED

1.RESOLUTION: A Resolution to cancel the May 5, 2020 monthly Proclamation Session of the Council of Columbus, Georgia.

Resolution- Cancelling Proclamation Session.pdf (0.02 MB)

2.RESOLUTION: A resolution receiving the report of the Director of Finance concerning certain alcoholic beverage licenses for the month of March 2020 and approving the same.

Resolution- Finance Rept. Mar 2020.pdf (0.01 MB)
March 2020 - Alcoholic Beverage Council Report.pdf (0.02 MB)

3.NEW HORIZONS BEHAVIORAL HEALTH- MENTAL HEALTH, ADDICTIVE DISEASES AND DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES- COMMUNITY SERVICE BOARD: Copy of an Official Appointment Form appointing Nancy Schroeder to serve another term of office.

NH Appmt Form. Schroeder.pdf (0.08 MB)

4.THE MEDICAL CENTER HOSPITAL AUTHORITY: Memorandum from Karen Smith, Assistant Board Secretary, advising that Carole Rutland is unable to continue her service. The following names have been submitted to fill the unexpired term: Ms. Brenda DeRamus, Mr. Murray Solomon and Mr. Tracy L. Solomon. (Councilor Thomas is nominating all three for this seat.)

Medical Center Hosp Apptmt.pdf (0.05 MB)

5.Minutes of the Following Boards:

Board of Tax Assessors, #12-20.

457 Deferred Compensation Plan Board, January 16, 2020.

Columbus Board of Health, March 25, 2020.

Housing Authority, March 25, 2020.

Bd of Tax Assessors, No. 12-20..pdf (0.08 MB)
457 DCP BOARD MINUTES(1-16-20).pdf (0.02 MB)
Columbus BOH Minutes 3-25-20.pdf (0.11 MB)
CBOH April Env Health Report.pdf (0.25 MB)
CBOH April Nursing Report.pdf (0.16 MB)
Housing Aut Minutes. 03-25-2020.pdf (0.25 MB)

BOARD APPOINTMENTS - ACTION REQUESTED

1. COUNCIL APPOINTMENTS- READY FOR CONFIRMATION:
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1. COLUMBUS GOLF COURSE AUTHORITY: Mr. Richard Mahone was nominated to serve another term of office. (Councilor Huff’s nominee) New Term expires: June 30, 2024.
1. COUNCIL DISTRICT SEAT APPOINTMENTS- ANY NOMINATIONS MAY BE CONFIRMED FOR THIS MEETING:
1. KEEP COLUMBUS BEAUTIFUL COMMISSION:
Vanessa Lewis- Interested in serving another term                                (Council District 1- Barnes)
Eligible to succeed

Term Expires: June 30, 2020

Dominique Williamson- Interested in serving                           (Council District 9- Thomas)
Eligible to succeed

Term Expires: June 30, 2020

Jason Breaux- Does not desire reappointment                                (Council District 10- House)
Eligible to succeed

Term Expires: June 30, 2020

Warren Wagner                                                                                                   (Council District 5- Crabb)

Resigned

Term Expires: June 30, 2021
1. COUNCIL’S APPOINTMENTS- ANY NOMINATIONS WOULD BE LISTED FOR THE NEXT MEETING:
1. BOARD OF FAMILY & CHILDREN SERVICES:
Tolua Puailoa                - Interested in serving another term                                Open for Nominations

Eligible to succeed                                                                                                (Council’s Appointment)

Term Expires: June 30, 2020

The terms are five years; board meets monthly.

Women: 5

                Senatorial District 15:   5

                Senatorial District 29:   0
1. COLUMBUS AQUATICS COMMISSION:
David Helmick- Interested in serving another term                                Open for Nominations
Eligible to succeed                                                                                                (Council’s Appointment)

Term Expires: June 30, 2020

Bruce Samuels- Interested in serving another term                                Open for Nominations
Eligible to succeed                                                                                                (Council’s Appointment)

Term Expires: June 30, 2020

John P. Steed- Interested in serving another term                                Open for Nominations
Eligible to succeed                                                                                                (Council’s Appointment)

Term Expires: June 30, 2020

Barbara Cummings- Interested in serving another term                Open for Nominations
Eligible to succeed                                                                                                (Council’s Appointment)

Term Expires: June 30, 2020

Wes Kelley                                                                                                                 Open for Nominations

Columbus Hurricane Representative                                                Council’s Appointment)

Not Eligible to succeed

Term Expires: June 30, 2020

VACANT                                                                                                                Open for Nominations
Term Expires: June 30, 2020                                                                                Council’s Appointment)

                Councilor Barnes is nominating Dr. Janet C. Bussey for the vacant seat.

                These are two-year terms. Board meets monthly.

Women: 1

                Senatorial District 15:   3

                Senatorial District 29:   3
1. COLUMBUS GOLF COURSE AUTHORITY:
Richard L. Wright- Interested in serving another term                Open for Nominations
Eligible to succeed                                                                                                (Council’s Appointment)

Term Expires: June 30, 2020

James B. Houston, Jr.- Interested in serving another term                Open for Nominations
Eligible to succeed                                                                                                (Council’s Appointment)

Term Expires: June 30, 2020



                Councilor Crabb has nominated Mr. Tommy Nobles.

                These are four-year terms. Board meets monthly.

Women: 1

                Senatorial District 15:   3

                Senatorial District 29:   6
1. COMMISSION ON INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS & CULTURAL LIAISON ENCOUNTERS:
Tatsiana Savashynskaya                                                                                Open for Nominations

Vacant                                                                                                                                (Council’s Appointment)

Term Expires: March 1, 2021

These are four-year terms. Board meets monthly.

Women: 9

                Senatorial District 15:   7

                Senatorial District 29:   4
1. KEEP COLUMBUS BEAUTIFUL COMMISSION- AT-LARGE MEMBERS:
Sharon Baker- Interested in serving another term                                Open for Nominations
Eligible to succeed                                                                                                (Council’s Appointment)

Term Expires: June 30, 2020

Kenneth Leuer- Interested in serving another term                                Open for Nominations
Eligible to succeed                                                                                                (Council’s Appointment)

Term Expires: June 30, 2020

Larry Derby- Does not desire reappointment                                Open for Nominations
Eligible to succeed                                                                                                (Council’s Appointment)

Term Expires: June 30, 2020

Ashley Lee- Does not desire reappointment                                                Open for Nominations
Eligible to succeed                                                                                                (Council’s Appointment)

Term Expires: June 30, 2020

Cortney Laughlin- Does not desire reappointment                                Open for Nominations
Eligible to succeed                                                                                                (Council’s Appointment)

Term Expires: June 30, 2020

These are two-year terms. Board meets every other month beginning in February.
1. REGION SIX REGIONAL ADVISORY COUNCIL FOR DEPARTMENT OF BEHAVIORAL HEALTH AND DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES:
Annie Davis- Interested in serving another term                                  Open for Nominations

Eligible to succeed                                                                                                (Council’s Appointment)

Term Expires: June 30, 2020

Cynthia Smith- Interested in serving another term                              Open for Nominations

Eligible to succeed                                                                                                (Council’s Appointment)

Term Expires: June 30, 2020

These are three-year terms. Board meets monthly.

Women: 4

                Senatorial District 15:   1

                Senatorial District 29:   3
1. RETIREES’ HEALTH BENEFITS COMMITTEE:
Jack D. Kinsman                                                                                                 Open for Nominations

Not Eligible to succeed                                                                                (Council’s Appointment)

Term Expires: June 30, 2020

Lester Massey                                                                                              Open for Nominations

Not Eligible to succeed                                                                                (Council’s Appointment)

Term Expires: June 30, 2020

The Council appointments are three-year terms. Board meets monthly.

Women: 2

                Senatorial District 15:   1

                Senatorial District 29:   5

CALL TO ORDER: Mayor B.H. "Skip" Henderson, III, Presiding INVOCATION: Offered by Councilor Valerie A. Thompson. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Led by Mayor Henderson.

MINUTES

UPDATE:

PRESENTATIONS: MAYOR’S FY2021 BUDGET PRESENTATION: Mayor Henderson presents the Recommended FY2021 Budget for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2020 through June 30, 2021.

CITY ATTORNEY’S AGENDA

ORDINANCES

RESOLUTIONS

CITY MANAGER'S AGENDA

PURCHASES

EMERGENCY PURCHASES

UPDATES AND PRESENTATIONS

BID ADVERTISEMENT

CLERK OF COUNCIL’S AGENDA

ENCLOSURES - ACTION REQUESTED

BOARD APPOINTMENTS - ACTION REQUESTED

CALL TO ORDER: Mayor B.H. "Skip" Henderson, III, Presiding

INVOCATION: Offered by Councilor Valerie A. Thompson.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Led by Mayor Henderson.

PRESENTATIONS:

MAYOR’S FY2021 BUDGET PRESENTATION: Mayor Henderson presents the Recommended FY2021 Budget for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2020 through June 30, 2021.