CALL TO ORDER: Mayor B. H. “Skip” Henderson, III, Presiding
INVOCATION: Offered by Paul Thomas, Evangel Temple of Columbus, Georgia
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Led by Mayor Henderson
MINUTES
PROCLAMATION:
Receiving: Shawna Love, Boyz 2 Men Development, Inc.
BUDGET REVIEW COMMITTEE
CITY ATTORNEY’S AGENDA
ORDINANCES
1) 1118 Broadway (Mary C Wohlwender, Owner)
2) 1120 Broadway (Mary C Wohlwender, Owner)
and for demolition services for the Inspections and Code Department in accordance with the attached Tabulation of Bid sheet. (Continued on 2nd Reading from 4-23-24.)(Mayor Pro-Tem)
PUBLIC AGENDA
CITY MANAGER'S AGENDA
Approval is requested to execute a Purchase and Sales Agreement for approximately 2.52 acres, including the property at 1112 Veterans Parkway, upon satisfactory completion of all due diligence and contingent upon the removal of easements on the parcel.
Approval is requested to enter into an agreement with Riverfront Place, LLC, an affiliate of W.C. Bradley Co. Real Estate, LLC, to provide Uptown Tax Allocation District (TAD) funds for infrastructure improvements and financing to develop the Riverfront Place mixed-use development at 1300 Front Avenue.
Approval is requested to enter into a five-year Agreement with Ignite Pro Hockey, L.L.C. effective May 1, 2025.
Approval is requested to apply for and accept, if awarded, a grant in the amount of $5,000.00 or as otherwise awarded from the Marathon Community Investment Programs. There are no matching funds required.
PURCHASES
INFORMATION ONLY: EXIGENT “OFF THE LOT” VEHICLE PURCHASES – RESOLUTION NO. 106-24
On May 17, 2024, a purchase order was executed for one (1) 2024 Chevrolet Suburban for the Engineering Department due to exigent circumstances, as approved by Council per Resolution No. 106-24.
The vehicle will be purchased from Sons Chevrolet (Columbus, GA) at a unit price of $75,413.00. The vehicle will be used by Survey Crews from the Engineering Department who survey City property and right-of-ways. This is a replacement vehicle.
Funds are budgeted in the FY24 Budget: Sewer (Stormwater) Fund – Engineering Department – Highways and Roads – Light Trucks; 0203-250-2200-STRM-7721.
ONE (1) 2024 FORD EXPLORER XLT 4DR 4x2 FOR ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT
On May 17, 2024, a purchase order was executed for one (1) 2024 Ford Explorer for the Engineering Department due to exigent circumstances, as approved by Council per Resolution No. 106-24.
The vehicle will be purchased from Rivertown Ford (Columbus, GA) at a unit price of $40,000. The vehicle will be used by the Engineering Department’s Traffic Operations Supervisor to visit work sites for signal/sign shop. This is a replacement vehicle.
Funds are budgeted in the FY24 Budget: General Fund – Engineering Department – Traffic Engineering – Light Trucks; 0101-250-2100-TRAF-7722.
UPDATES AND PRESENTATIONS
BID ADVERTISEMENT
REFERRALS:
CLERK OF COUNCIL’S AGENDA
ENCLOSURES - ACTION REQUESTED
Airport Commission, April 24, 2024
Board of Health, April 24, 2024
Board of Tax Assessors, # 15-24, and # 16-24
Board of Water Commissioners, May 13, 2024
Convention & Visitors, Board of Commissioners, March 20, and April 17, 2024
BOARD APPOINTMENTS - ACTION REQUESTED
PENSION FUND, EMPLOYEES’ BOARD OF TRUSTEES:
Crystal Shahid (Mayor’s Appointment)
(Business Community)
Does not desire reappointment
Term Expires: June 30, 2024
This is a four-year term. Board meets monthly.
COUNCIL APPOINTMENTS- READY FOR CONFIRMATION:
BOARD OF FAMILY & CHILDREN SERVICES: Ms. Jennifer Melvin was nominated to serve another term of office in the Former Foster Parent seat. (Councilor Tucker’s nominee) Term expires: June 30, 2029
COLUMBUS AQUATICS COMMISSION: Mr. Donald W. Hoffman was nominated to serve another term of office. (Councilor Crabb’s nominee) Term expires: June 30, 2026
REGION 6 REGIONAL ADVISORY COUNCIL FOR DEPARTMENT OF BEHAVIORAL HEALTH AND DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES: Ms. Marianne Young was nominated to serve another term of office. (Mayor Pro Tem Allen’s nominee) Term expires: June 30, 2027
REGION 6 REGIONAL ADVISORY COUNCIL FOR DEPARTMENT OF BEHAVIORAL HEALTH AND DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES: Mr. Christopher Posey was nominated to serve another term of office. (Mayor Pro Tem Allen’s nominee) Term expires: June 30, 2027
COUNCIL’S DISTRICT SEAT APPOINTMENT- ANY NOMINATIONS MAY BE CONFIRMED FOR THIS MEETING:
PUBLIC SAFETY ADVISORY COMMISSION:
Saundra Ellison (Council District 3- Huff)
Seat Declared vacant
Term Expires: March 27, 2024
YOUTH ADVISORY COUNCIL:
District 2 Nominee: _____________ District 5 Nominee:
District 3 Nominee: _____________ District 8 Nominee: ______________
District 4 Nominee: _____________ District 9 Nominee: Amy Recinos-Agular
COUNCIL’S CONFIRMATION – RECOMMENDATIONS FROM ORGANIZATIONS / AGENCY OR BOARDS MAY BE CONFIRMED FOR THIS MEETING:
HISTORIC & ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW BOARD:
Rev. Curtis West Open for Nominations
Liberty Theatre & Cultural Arts Center Bd Rep. (Council’s Appointment)
No longer a resident of Muscogee County
Term Expired: January 31, 2024
The Chairperson of the Liberty Theatre & Cultural Arts Center Advisory Board is recommending Arreasha Z Lawrence to fill the seat of Rev. Curtis West.
In accordance with Ordinance 24-012, this seat is slated for a member serving on the Liberty Theatre & Cultural Arts Center Advisory Board.
COUNCIL APPOINTMENT- VOTE TABULATION:
COLUMBUS GOLF COURSE AUTHORITY:
Richard Wright Open for Nominations
Not Eligible to succeed (Council’s Appointment)
Term Expires: June 30, 2024
Mayor Pro Tem Allen nominated Ms. Karen Stewart for the seat of Richard Wright.
Councilor Crabb nominated Ms. Stephanie Leohr for the seat of Richard Wright.
COUNCIL APPOINTMENTS- ANY NOMINATIONS WOULD BE LISTED FOR THE NEXT MEETING:
COLUMBUS AQUATICS COMMISSION:
Jensen Melton- Interested in serving Open for Nominations
Eligible to succeed (Council’s Appointment)
Term Expires: June 30, 2024
Timothy Crabb Open for Nominations
Does not desire reappointment (Council’s Appointment)
Term Expires: June 30, 2024
Richard Leary Open for Nominations
Cols. Hurricane Rep. (Council’s Appointment)
Does not desire reappointment
Term Expires: June 30, 2024
Janet Bussey Open for Nominations
Not Eligible to succeed (Council’s Appointment)
Term Expires: June 30, 2024
Bruce Samuels Open for Nominations
Not Eligible to succeed (Council’s Appointment)
Term Expired: June 30, 2022
These are two-year terms. Board meets quarterly.
Women: 1
Senatorial District 15: 5
Senatorial District 29: 2
COLUMBUS GOLF COURSE AUTHORITY:
Richard Mahone - Interested in serving Open for Nominations
Eligible to succeed (Council’s Appointment)
Term Expires: June 30, 2024
James Houston, Jr. - Interested in serving Open for Nominations
Eligible to succeed (Council’s Appointment)
Term Expires: June 30, 2024
These are four-year terms. Board meets monthly.
*Note: There are no women currently serving on this board.
Women: 0
Senatorial District 15: 3
Senatorial District 29: 6
HOSPITAL AUTHORITY OF COLUMBUS:
Betty Tatum Open for Nominations
Resigned (Council’s Nomination)
Term Expires: November 14, 2025
The following nominees would be forwarded to the Hospital Authority of Columbus: Mr. Mike Mayhew, Mr. Bob Jones and Mr. Tracy Sayers.
*The Council submits three (3) nominees to the Hospital Authority for each seat and the Hospital Authority selects the successor for Council’s confirmation.
The term is three years. Board meets monthly with the exception of November and December.
Women: 1
Senatorial District 15: 5
Senatorial District 29: 3
KEEP COLUMBUS BEAUTIFUL COMMISSION:
David Houser Open for Nominations Eligible to succeed (Council’s Appointment)
(SD-15 Representative)
Term Expires: June 30, 2024
Pamela Green Thomas Open for Nominations Eligible to succeed (Council’s Appointment)
(At-Large Member)
Term Expires: June 30, 2024
Tracy Walton-King Open for Nominations Not Eligible to succeed (Council’s Appointment)
(At-Large Member)
Term Expires: June 30, 2024
Eddie Florence Open for Nominations (Resigned) (Council’s Appointment)
(SD-15 Representative)
Term Expires: June 30, 2026
VACANT Open for Nominations (SD-29 Representative) (Council’s Appointment)
Term Expires: June 30, 2026
These are three-year terms. Meets every even month.
Women: 6
Senatorial District 15: 6
Senatorial District 29: 3
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