CALL TO ORDER: Mayor B. H. "Skip" Henderson, III, Presiding
INVOCATION: Offered by Pastor Charles Enfinger, Pastor and Executive Director of the Narrow Way Men’s Home of Columbus, Georgia
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Led by Mayor Henderson
MINUTES
ADD-ON RESOLUTION
OATH OF OFFICE
PROCLAMATIONS:
Receiving: Angie Zapata
Receiving: Deputy City Manager Lisa Goodwin
Receiving: Greater Columbus, Georgia Chamber of Commerce
Receiving: Staff of New Horizons
Receiving: Columbus Area Library Association, Dr. Kimberly Scott
Recognition of “Ma” Rainey- Mother of Blues, receiving the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2023 Grammys and celebrating her legacy and contributions to music.
PRESENTATIONS:
CITY ATTORNEY’S AGENDA
ORDINANCES
PUBLIC AGENDA
CITY MANAGER'S AGENDA
Approval is requested to apply for and accept, if awarded, funds made available to METRA by the State Fiscal Year 2023 (SFY23) Transit Trust Fund Program (TTFP) to be used for the installation of solar-powered bus stop lights in the amount up to $213,295, or as otherwise awarded, and amend the Transportation Fund by the amount of the grant award.
Approval is requested to accept a grant from the Georgia Department of Community Affairs (DCA), OneGeorgia Special Purpose Award, for $150,000 to provide for building capital improvements to the historic Liberty Theatre.
Approval is requested to submit a grant application and if awarded, accept funds up to $750,000 from the Criminal Justice Coordinating Council for the operation of the Muscogee County Juvenile Court and amend the Multi-Governmental Fund by the amount of the grant award. The grant period is from July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2024.
PURCHASES
UPDATES AND PRESENTATIONS
BID ADVERTISEMENT
TO: Mayor and Councilors
FROM: Finance Department
SUBJECT: Advertised Bids/RFPs/RFQs
April 26, 2023
1. Truck and Trailer Wrap Graphics for Parks and Recreation (Re-Bid) – PQ No. 23-0018
Scope of PQ
The Columbus Consolidated Government (the City) is seeking quotes from qualified vendors to design, provide and install truck and trailer wrap graphics for the Parks and Recreation Department.
April 28, 2023
1. Recycling Facility Operations and Management Services (Annual Contract) – RFP No. 23-0021
Scope of RFP
The Consolidated Government of Columbus, Georgia (the City) invites qualified offerors to submit proposals to provide recycling processing equipment, provide operations and maintenance of the equipment and the facility, market the processing capacity of the facility, market processed recyclable materials, and assist the City with public education services.
Option A is for the Offeror to provide personnel to operate the facility and Option B is for the City to provide personnel to operate the facility. Offerors may submit proposals for either or both options.
The contract term will be for two years with the option to renew for three additional twelve-month periods.
May 5, 2023
1. Office Supplies (Annual Contract) – RFP No. 23-0019
Scope of RFP
The Columbus Consolidated Government (the City) is seeking to contract with a qualified vendor to provide office supplies for various City Departments o an “as needed” basis.
The contract period will be for two (2) years with the option to renew for three (3) additional twelve-month periods.
May 10, 2023
1. Concrete Pipe (Annual Contract) – RFB No. 23-0035
Scope of RFB
Columbus Consolidated Government of Columbus, Georgia (the City) is seeking vendors to provide concrete pipe in various sizes on an “as needed” basis for use 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.
May 12, 2023
1. Right of Way Acquisition Services (Annual Contract) – RFP No. 23-0026
Scope of RFP
Columbus Consolidated Government of Columbus (the City) is seeking multiple consultants to provide Right of Way Acquisition Services on an “as needed” basis.
The contract term will be for a period of two (2) years with the option to renew for three (3) additional twelve-month periods.
2. Emergency/Non-Emergency Notification System (Annual Contract) – RFP No. 23-0028
Scope of RFP
Columbus Consolidated Government of Columbus (the City) is seeking proposals from qualified vendors to provide and support an emergency/non-emergency notification system.
The contract term will be for a period of two (2) years with the option to renew for three (3) additional twelve-month periods.
3. Master Plan for Golf Courses – RFP No. 23-0032
Scope of RFP
Columbus Consolidated Government (CCG) is requesting proposals from qualified golf course design and architect professionals to prepare a master plan allowing for the anticipation of maintenance and renovation of existing and potentially planned facilities. The services are for Bull Creek Golf course (36 holes), *Oxbow Creek Golf Course (9 holes) and Godwin Creek Golf Course (9 holes). Proposals should be comprehensive for each respective property. Proposals should also identify opportunities and address issues before major problems occur.
Persons interested in visiting the golf courses may do so by contacting Mr. Jim Arendt, PGA at 706-329-5713 to schedule an appointment. Interested parties are responsible for contacting Mr. Arendt in a timely manner. If pertinent RFP questions or concerns arise during the site visits, they should be submitted at least five business days before the due date as specified on pages 8 and 9.
4. Feasibility Study for Additional Holes at Oxbow Creek Golf Course – RFP No. 23-0034
Scope of RFP
Columbus Consolidated Government (CCG) is requesting proposals from qualified golf industry professional consultants to provide a feasibility study regarding an additional 9 holes at Oxbow Creek Golf Course. The comprehensive proposal shall identify opportunities and address the level of likely support from the local and surrounding markets.
5. On-Call Services for Installation or Replacement of Storm Sewer / Combined Sewer Systems (Annual Contract) – RFP No. 23-0035
Scope of RFP
Columbus Consolidated Government (the City) invites qualified offerors to submit proposals to provide all materials, equipment and services required to install or replace elements of storm sewer / combined sewer systems located throughout Columbus-Muscogee County. The Engineering Department will procure the services on an as-needed basis.
The contract term will be for two years with the option to renew for three additional twelve-month periods.
6. Upgrade and/or Replace Existing Equipment for CCG-TV Operations – RFP No. 23-0037
Scope of RFP
Columbus Consolidated Government of Columbus (the City) is seeking proposals from qualified vendors to provide TV production equipment upgrade or replacement with compatible brand equipment, if needed, for the CCG-TV Studio, Control Room, Council Chambers, Council Conference Room, CSC Lobby and CSC Community Room.
May 17, 2023
1. Historic Bus Exterior Restoration and Repainting (Re-Bid) – RFB No. 23-0034
Scope of RFB
These specifications define the requirements for the exterior restoration and repainting of one (1) historic, vintage bus which is operated by METRA Transit System as the stationary “Freedom Express Bus Museum”.
May 19, 2023
1. Automated Speed Detection for School Zone Safety Enforcement (Annual Contract) – RFP NO. 23-0036
Scope of RFP
The Columbus Consolidated Government is requesting proposals for automated speed detection for school zone safety enforcement systems and services, specifically LiDAR (Light Detection and Ranging) with ALPR (Automated License Plate Readers) functions to integrate with the existing Flock Safety system for the Columbus Police Department.
The contract term will be for a period of two (2) years with the option to renew for three (3) additional twelve-month periods.
CLERK OF COUNCIL’S AGENDA
ENCLOSURES - ACTION REQUESTED
Board of Elections & Registration, February 2, 2023
Board of Tax Assessors, #12-23 & 13-23
Development Authority of Columbus, March 2, 2023
Family & Children Services Board, November 18, 2021; March 17, April 21, July 21, August 18, September 15 and December 15, 2022
Planning Advisory Commission, March 15, 2023
Uptown Facade Board, March 20, 2023
BOARD APPOINTMENTS - ACTION REQUESTED
Leila Carr Open for Nominations Does not desire reappointment (Council’s Appointment)
Term Expired: March 24, 2023
Vincent Allen Open for Nominations Resigned (Council’s Appointment)
Term Expired: March 24, 2023
This is a two-year term. Board meets as needed.
Women: 3
Senatorial District 15: 2
Bruce Samuels Open for Nominations Not Eligible to succeed (Council’s Appointment)
Term Expired: June 30, 2022
These are two-year terms. Meets monthly.
Women: 2
Senatorial District 15: 3
Senatorial District 29: 3
SarahAnn Arcila Open for Nominations
Resigned (Council’s Appointment)
Term Expires: March 1, 2024
These are four-year terms. Board meets monthly.
Women: 6
Senatorial District 15: 5
Senatorial District 29: 5
Helen Williams Open for Nominations
Does not desire reappointment (Council’s Appointment)
Term Expired: December 31, 2022
The term is six years. Meets quarterly.
Women: 5
Senatorial District 15: 2
Senatorial District 29: 3
UPCOMING BOARD APPOINTMENTS:
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