Council Agenda - Regular Meeting 11/17/2020 09:00 AM Columbus Civic Center

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

INVOCATION: Offered by Rev. Robert Beckum at St. Luke Church of Columbus, Georgia 

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Led by Mayor Henderson

MINUTES

• 1.Approval of minutes for the November 10, 2020 Council Meeting and Executive Session.

• 20201110.COUNCIL.pdf (0.07 MB)

UPDATE:

• 2.An update on COVID-19

PROCLAMATION

• 3.PROCLAMATION:                  Columbus Sports Council Day

        RECEIVING:                     Board Chair Kim Sheek, Event Manager David Boyd, and Executive Director Merri C. Sherman

APPOINTMENT:

• 4.Confirmation of Police Chief Freddie Blackmon

CITY ATTORNEY’S AGENDA

ORDINANCES

• 1.2nd Reading - REZN-07-20-2105:  An ordinance rezoning .81 acre of land located at 1700 10th Avenue (parcel id # 017-007-001).  The current zoning is RO (Residential-Office).  The proposed zoning is GC (General Commercial).  The proposed use is a convenience store with gas sales.  The Planning Advisory Commission recommends denial based on inconsistency with the City's Comprehensive Plan and Future Land Use.  The Planning Department recommends conditional approval based on compatibility with existing land uses and adjacent GC (General Commercial) zonings.  The applicant is Rob McKenna.  (Councilor Woodson)  

• Ordinance_REZN-07-20-2105 - REVISED.pdf (0.02 MB)
• Council Staff Report_REZN-07-20-2105.pdf (3.29 MB)
• Rezoning-1700-10th-Avenue MidTown Opposition.pdf (0.16 MB)

• 2.2nd Reading - REZN-07-20-2248:  An ordinance rezoning .24 acre of land located at 849 Brighton Road (parcel id # 066-036-043).  The current zoning is GC (General Commercial).  The proposed zoning is SFR3 (Single Family Residential 3).  The proposed use is a Personal Care Home, Type I.  The Planning Advisory Commission and the Planning Department recommend approval.  The applicant is Madalin Brayboy.  (Councilor Barnes)

• Ordinance_REZN-07-20-2248.pdf (0.02 MB)
• Council Staff Report_REZN-07-20-2248.pdf (2.79 MB)

• 3.2nd Reading – REZN-07-20-2240: An ordinance rezoning 2.13 acres located at 1821 Whittlesey Road (parcel id #189-018-003). The current zoning is RO (Residential Office). The proposed zoning is GC (General Commercial). The proposed use is Office/Storage. The Planning Advisory Commission and the Planning Department both recommend approval based on compatibility with existing land uses. (Councilor Garrett) (as amended)

• Ordinance_REZN-07-20-2240 (as amended).pdf (0.02 MB)
• Council Staff Report_REZN-07-20-2240.pdf (2.17 MB)

• 4.2nd Reading -  REZN-09-20-2706: An ordinance amending Table 3.1 of the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO)  to permit fuel stations in in the HMI zoning district, and to amend Section 9.2.5.D.1(C) to provide that six members of the Uptown Façade Board shall represent the Uptown Business District instead of the Uptown Business Association. (Councilor Woodson)

• Ordinance_REZN-09-20-2706.pdf (0.02 MB)
• REZN-09-20-2706_COUNCIL_Text Amendment.pdf (0.13 MB)

• 5.2nd Reading - An ordinance amending Ordinance No. 20-018, the budget for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2021 to reclassify positions in the Superior Court Accountability Court Program and the Solicitor General’s Office Victim Witness Program; and for other purposes. (Mayor Pro-Tem) (as amended).

• Ordinance Grant Positions (as amended 11-10-2020).pdf (0.02 MB)
• Internal Audit of Grants Council 11102020.pdf (0.08 MB)

• 6.2nd Reading - An Ordinance creating a  moratorium on the use of Shared Electronic Scooters on the public right-of ways within the confines of Columbus, Georgia, through 11:59 pm on May 16, 2021; and for other purposes.  (Mayor Pro Tem) 

• Scooter Moratorium (180 day) Extension Ordinance 11.02.20.pdf (0.02 MB)

• 7.2nd Reading – An ordinance adopting an updated and restated procurement ordinance for codification as part of the Columbus Code. (Mayor Pro-Tem)

• Ordinance adopting Procurement Procedures November 10 1st Reading (Final).pdf (0.09 MB)

• 8.2nd Reading – An ordinance confirming the settlement authority of the City Manager and City Attorney to approve settlements of legal disputes of up to $25,000 from appropriately budgeted funds; and for other purposes.   (Mayor Pro-Tem)

• Settlement Authority of City Manager and City Attorney.pdf (0.01 MB)

• 9.1st Reading- An ordinance amending the budget  for the Fiscal Year 2021 Beginning July 1, 2020 and ending June 30, 2021, for certain funds of the Consolidated Government of Columbus, Georgia, and revising the budget for certain cost of living increases; and for other purposes. (Budget Review Committee)  

• FY21 Operating Budget Ordinance Amendment (2.5%COLA).pdf (0.02 MB)
• Attachment A COLA BUDGET AMENDMENT.pdf (0.13 MB)

PUBLIC AGENDA

• 1.Ms. Theresa El-Amin, representing Southern-Anti-Racism Network, Re:  Fair Representation by City Council Members.

• 2.Ms. Edie K. Miller, Re:  Severe speeding on Bristol Boulevard and Brookstone Boulevard.

CITY MANAGER'S AGENDA

• 1.Annual Unused Sick Leave Payment

  Approval is requested authorizing payment to employees for unused sick leave in accordance with 16B-15-6 (2) of the Columbus Code of Ordinances.

• Unused Sick Leave Payment Agenda Report and Resolution 2020.pdf (0.03 MB)

• 2.Abandonment of The Western Portion Of An Alley Known As 35 1/2 Street

  Approval is requested for the abandonment of the western portion of an alley know as 35 ½ Street and authorizing the execution of a Quit Claim Deed for all rights, title and interest the City may have in the alleyway to NeighborWorks Columbus.   

• Abandonment of The Western Portion Of An Alley Known As 35 Street.pdf (0.04 MB)

• 3.Bright from the Start – Snack Grant

  Approval is requested to apply for and accept a grant in the amount of $67,989.69, or as otherwise awarded, from the Georgia Department of Early Childcare and Learning Bright from the Start to continue the Child and Adult Care Food Program and amend the Multi-Government Grant Funds by the amount awarded. The grant will cross over 2020 and 2021 Fiscal Years.

• FY20 and 21 Snack Grant Agenda Report and Resolution.pdf (0.03 MB)

PURCHASES

• A.Asphalt Rubber & Sealant (Annual Contract)

• A. Asphalt Rubber & Sealant (Annual Contract).pdf (0.02 MB)

• B.Repair of Caterpillar D7E Bull Dozer for Public Works

• B. Repair of Caterpillar D7E Bull Dozer for Public Works.pdf (0.02 MB)

• C.Steel Barricades with Storage Carts and Walk-Through Metal Detectors for the Civic Center – Cooperative Purchase

• C. Steel Barricades with Storage Carts and Walk-Through Barricades for the Civic Center.pdf (0.02 MB)

UPDATES AND PRESENTATIONS

• A.Columbus Visitors Bureau Quarterly Update - Peter Bowden, President/CEO, Columbus Visitors Bureau 

• NOV 2020 FACILITIES DOS GM Meeting - TRP Update copy.pdf (22.77 MB)

• B.Change of Council Meetings and Jury Selection Locations - Lisa Goodwin, Deputy City Manager

• Council Meeting Jury Assembly.2020.pdf (1.03 MB)

BID ADVERTISEMENT

• .November 18, 2020

  1. Dovetail Dual Axle Utility Trailer

                  Scope of Bid

  The Consolidated Government of Columbus, Georgia, is seeking quotes from qualified vendors to provide 1 (one) dovetail dual axle utility trailer for the Urban Forestry and Beautification Division.

  November 25, 2020

  1. Transit Bus Wash System

                  Scope of Bid

  The Consolidated Government of Columbus, Georgia, is seeking vendors to furnish a completely automatic, friction and touchless combination heavy-duty vehicle wash which washes all types of transit vehicles used by fleet owners for front, roof, chassis, rear and both sides in drive-thru mode. The successful vendor will be required to remove the existing bus wash system before installing the new bus wash system.

  December 4, 2020

  1. Pre-employment and Fitness-for-Duty Psychological Evaluation Services (Annual Contract) – RFP No. 21-0020

                  Scope of RFP

  Columbus Consolidated Government (the City) is soliciting competitive sealed proposals from experienced, qualified individuals or firms to provide pre-employment and fitness-for-duty psychological evaluation services for the Columbus Police Department and the Muscogee County Sheriff’s Office. 

  The term of the contract shall be for two (2) years, with the option to renew for three (3) additional twelve-month periods. 

  December 11, 2020

  1. Employee Physicals (Annual Contract) – RFP No. 21-0013

                  Scope of RFP

  Columbus Consolidated Government (the City) invites qualified firms to submit proposals for employee physicals on an “as needed” basis.  The requested services include, but are not limited to: pre-employment physicals, periodic employee physical and related health services for use by the Human Resources Department and the Public Safety Departments.

                  The term of the contract shall be for two (2) years, with the option to renew for three (3)                 additional twelve-month periods. 

CLERK OF COUNCIL’S AGENDA

ENCLOSURES - ACTION REQUESTED

• 1.RESOLUTION:  A Resolution excusing Councilor Judy W. Thomas from the November 10 and November 17, 2020 Council Meetings.

• Resolution- Excusing Councilor Thomas.pdf (0.01 MB)

• 2.RESOLUTION:  A Resolution excusing Councilor Walker Garrett from the November 17, 2020 Council Meeting.

• Resolution- Excusing Councilor Garrett.pdf (0.01 MB)

• 3.BOARD OF TAX ASSESSORS:  A Resolution appointing Ms. Lanitra Sandifer Hicks to the Board of Tax Assessors for a term of beginning on January 1, 2021 and expiring on December 31, 2026.

• Resolution Tax Assessors. Lanitra Sandifer.pdf (0.02 MB)

• 4.Minutes of the following boards:

  Board of Tax Assessors, #38-20

  New Horizon Community Service Board, September 14, 2020

  Public Safety Advisory Commission Ordinance Committee, November 2, 2020

• Bd of Tax Assessors. 38-20.pdf (0.09 MB)
• NH Community Serv. Bd Mtg - 09-14-2020.pdf (0.29 MB)
• 11-02-20 PSAC Ordinance Committee Minutes (3).pdf (0.04 MB)

BOARD APPOINTMENTS- ACTION REQUESTED:

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  5. MAYOR’S APPOINTMENTS- ANY NOMINATIONS MAY BE CONFIRMED FOR THIS MEETING:

  1. CHARTER REVIEW COMMISSION:

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  6. COUNCIL APPOINTMENTS- READY FOR CONFIRMATION:

  1. CRIME PREVENTION BOARD:  Ms. Patricia Flora was nominated to fill the unexpired term of Mr. Timothy K. Weeks as the Senatorial District 29 Representative. (Councilor Davis’s nominee) New Term expires:  December 31, 2025.

  2. COLUMBUS AQUATICS COMMISSION:  Mr. Richard Leary is being recommended as the Columbus Hurricanes’ representative to succeed Mr. Wes Kelley.  New Term expires:  June 30, 2022

  7. COUNCIL DISTRICT SEAT APPOINTMENTS- ANY NOMINATIONS MAY BE CONFIRMED FOR THIS MEETING:

  1. CHARTER REVIEW COMMISSION:

         

  ____________________                                                           (District 2 Appointment- Davis)               

  ____________________                                                           (District 3 Appointment- Huff)                               

  2. RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD:

  Willie Dickerson                                                                                                (District 4- Tucker)

  Not Eligible to succeed                                                                               

  Term Expires: December 31, 2020

  John Lawson                                                                                                                      (District 6- Allen)

  Not Eligible to succeed

  Term Expires: December 31, 2019       

  The terms are five years. Board meets every other month.

• Board Appointments. 11-17-2020.pdf (0.02 MB)