Council Agenda - Regular Meeting 05/12/2026 09:00 AM

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

INVOCATION: Offered by Pastor Roderick Green - First African Baptist Church

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Led by the Lighthouse Leaders from Reese Road Leadership Academy

MINUTES

1.Approval of minutes for the April 28, 2026, Council Meeting.

20260428.COUNCIL.pdf (0.11 MB)

PROCLAMATIONS:

2.Proclamation: Public Works Recognition Week

Receiving: Drale Short, Director of Public Works
3.Proclamation: Mental Health Month

Receiving: New Horizons Behavioral Health Staff

PRESENTATIONS:

4.Development Authority of Columbus – Missy Kendrick, President/CEO of Choose Columbus

CITY ATTORNEY’S AGENDA

ORDINANCES

1.2nd Reading: REZN-07-25-1259: An Ordinance amending the Zoning Atlas of the Consolidated Government of Columbus, Georgia, to change certain boundaries of a district located at 6821 Mobley Road (parcel # 190-014-020) from Single Family Residential – 1 (SFR1) Zoning District to Single Family Residential – 2 (SFR2) Zoning District. (Planning Department and PAC recommend approval.)(As amended on 1st Reading.) (Councilor Davis)

REZN-07-25-1259 Ordinance (as amended) LTS edits 2nd Reading 4-28-26.pdf (0.03 MB)
REZN-07-25-1259 Council Staff Report.pdf (1.48 MB)

2.2nd Reading: An ordinance to revise and clarify certain provisions of Chapter 2 of the Columbus Code which provide for meeting dates and procedures for the Columbus Council; and for other purposes. (Mayor Pro-Tem)

Ordinance revising Code Sec. 2-3. 1st Reading 4-28-26.pdf (0.02 MB)

3.1st Reading- REZN 03-26-0356: An Ordinance amending the Zoning Atlas of the Consolidated Government of Columbus, Georgia, to change certain boundaries of a district located at 3890 Veterans Parkway (parcel # 031-044-006) from Neighborhood Commercial (NC) Zoning District to General Commercial (GC) Zoning District. (Planning Department and PAC recommend approval.) (Councilor Garrett)

REZN 03-26-0356 Ordinance 1st Reading 5-12-26.pdf (0.02 MB)
REZN-03-26-0356 Council Staff Report.pdf (1.61 MB)

4.1st Reading: REZN-03-26-0416: An Ordinance amending the Zoning Atlas of the Consolidated Government of Columbus, Georgia, to change certain boundaries of a district located at 5385 Veterans Parkway (parcel # 188-020-001) from Neighborhood Commercial (NC) Zoning District to General Commercial (GC) Zoning District. (Planning Department and PAC recommend approval.) (Councilor Garrett)

REZN-03-26-0416 Ordinance 1st Reading 5-12-26.pdf (0.02 MB)
REZN-03-26-0416 Council Staff Report.pdf (1.54 MB)

5.1st Reading- REZN-03-26-0663: An ordinance amending Sections 13.1.1, 4.2.18, 2.5.24, 3.2.6, 3.2.63, and 10.11.8 of the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) for Columbus, Georgia.(Planning Department and PAC recommend approval.)(Mayor Pro-Tem)

REZN-03-26-0663 Ordinance Text Amendments 1st Reading 5-12-26.pdf (0.04 MB)
REZN-03-26-0663 Council Staff Report.pdf (0.46 MB)
Staff report addendum Section_3.2.63.___Temporary_Use_or_Special_Event pdf.pdf (0.15 MB)

6.1st Reading- An ordinance providing for the demolition of various structures located at:

1) 3219 Cusseta Road (Edward Francis, Owner)
2) 945 Henry Avenue (Willie A. Callier Etal, Owner)
3) 1103 Henry Avenue (Connell L. & Minnie L. Holloman, Owner)
4) 4026 Oates Avenue (Blue Fox Goebell LLC, Owner)
5) 917 38th Street (Winston S. Marchan Jr., Owner)
6) 4010 6th Avenue (Nstream Properties LLC, Owner)
7) 1112 Bolton Avenue (Claudia & Harvey Joseph, Sr, Owner)
8) 2623 Clover Lane (Darrel G. Hicks Jr., Owner)
9) 2119 Munson Drive (Wendy Margarita Martinez, Owner)
10)1118 Thyer Avenue (Nchotu Success, Owner)

and for demolition services for the Inspections and Code Department in accordance with the attached Tabulation of Bid sheet. (Mayor Pro-Tem)

Demo Ordinance 1st Reading_05-12-2026.pdf (0.02 MB)
MAY 2026 BID TABULATION SHEET.pdf (0.01 MB)
05-12-2026_DemoPresentation1.pdf (394.59 MB)

7.1st Reading- An ordinance to provide for a levy of increase on ad valorem taxes for blighted property; to provide for identification of blighted property; to provide for remediation; to provide for a decrease on ad valorem taxes on property; and for other purposes. (Councilors Garrett and Davis)

Blight Tax 1st Reading 5-12-26.pdf (0.02 MB)

RESOLUTIONS

PUBLIC AGENDA

1.Ms. Annette Adams, Re: Data Center.
2.Mr. Paul Olson, Re: Public Agenda, First Amendments Rights Violation & Civil Rights Violations, Class Action Lawsuit, Open Meetings Act, and the Planning Advisory Commission.
3.Dr. Donald Moeller, Re: National Fire Protection Association Guidelines for Behavioral Health NFPA 1582 and the Columbus GA Fire and EMS System.
4.Dr. Marvin Broadwater, Sr., Re: Allocation of Additional Funds for the Elections and Registration Office During Election Cycles.
5.Ms. Theresa El-Amin, representing Southern Anti-Racism Network, Re: Affordability needs to addressed in 2027 budget. (Referral from Mayor’s Commission for Persons with Disabilities)
6.Mr. Corie Wilson, Re: Professionalism, Transparency and Trust from Elected Officials.
7.Ms. Alexa Johnson Anderson, Re: Data Center Proposals.
8.Mrs. Rebecca Thompson, Re: Data Center Concerns.
9.Dr. Natalie Nicole, representing Role Model Academy of Acts, Re: Legislative Process, Council Support, and Failed Local Bills.
10.Mr. Gregory Foster, Re: Stop Appeasing Data Center Opponents.
11.Rev. Mark Lawrence, Re: Steps to Moving Forward.
12.Mr. Mick Etchinson, Re: Concerns on Non-Renewable Energy Needed to Power the Project Ruby Hyperscale Data Center.
13.Mr. Gary Parker, Re: Hostile Environment in the Columbus Police Department.
14.Mrs. Jessica Warchal, Re: 1st Amendment Right to Speak During City Council Meetings Regarding City Leadership.
15.Mr. John Van Doorn, Re: I would like to speak on the timing of the first reading of the proposed technology overlay, and electoral accountability by Council and candidates for their position on the T.O. And Data Center.

CITY MANAGER'S AGENDA

1.TSPLOST Projects, Band 3

Approval is requested to proceed with executing and funding the preconstruction requirements for Band 3 Transportation Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (TSPLOST) Projects that will be handled locally, to include right of way acquisition, permanent and temporary construction easements, utility relocation, environmental mitigation, and other necessary agreements to prepare projects for construction.

Agenda Report_Resolution - Band 3 Projects.pdf (0.03 MB)
IGTIA2602167 - Columbus Consolidated Government -PI 0019531.pdf (1.11 MB)
0019531 Draft Local Delivery Application_Signed.pdf (0.17 MB)

2.Street Acceptance – Calf Creek Lane and that portion of Holstein Hill

Approval is requested for the acceptance of Calf Creek Lane and that portion of Holstein Hill located in Phase Three, Section Two, Heiferhorn Farms.

Heiferhorn Farms Phase Three, Section Two.pdf (0.03 MB)
Heiferhorn Farms Phase 3 Section 2 deed.pdf (0.09 MB)
Map Heiferhorn Farms Phase 3 Section 2.pdf (0.12 MB)

3.GDOT Street Lighting Agreement – SR 85/US 27 ALT at County Line Road – TIA Project

Approval is requested to enter into an Agreement Between the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) and the Columbus Consolidated Government (City) for the purpose of the installation, operation, and maintenance of the lighting system that will be installed within the SR 85/US 27 ALT at County Line Road – TIA Project.

4.Columbus Lions Lease Agreement

Approval is requested to amend the five-year Agreement with Columbus Lions Indoor Football Team, LLC d/b/a Columbus Lions, which is scheduled to remain in effect until 2028. The proposed amendment will include provisions regarding digital signage and grant the Lions a first refusal on any lease renewal for arena football beyond the current five-year term.

Columbus Lions Lease Agreement Agenda Item.pdf (0.03 MB)
Original Lions Contract.pdf (0.36 MB)
Res. 089-23. 03-14-23.pdf (0.09 MB)
Lions contract digital signage addendum term extension option revised.pdf (0.05 MB)

5.Public Art - Lakebottom Bandshell

Approval is requested to execute a Memorandum of Understanding with MidTown, Inc. and approve the final design of the mural at Lakebottom Park Bandshell.

Lakebottom Bandshell Mural 2026.pdf (0.65 MB)
26-05-12 Public Art MOU MidTown, Inc.pdf (0.03 MB)

PURCHASES

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

A. Contract Extension for Portable Toilet Rental and Service.pdf (0.03 MB)

B.Emergency Remediation and Reconstruction Services (Annual Contract) – RFP No. 26-0012

B. Emergency Remediation and Reconstruction Services .pdf (0.03 MB)

C.Tire Leasing Services for METRA (Annual Contract) – RFB No. 26-0034

C. Tire Leasing Services for METRA .pdf (0.04 MB)

D.Oil & Lubricants for METRA (Annual Contract) – RFB No. 26-0030

D2. Bid Tabulation for Oil & Lubricants.pdf (0.25 MB)
D1. Oil & Lubricants for METRA.pdf (0.05 MB)

E.Used & Confiscated Firearms for Credit or Swap – RFB No. 26-0035

E. Used & Confiscated Firearms for Credit or Swap.pdf (0.03 MB)

F.Service Agreement Amendment for the Automated Victim Notification System (VINE)

F. Service Agreement Amendment for the Automated Victim Notification System (VINE).pdf (0.03 MB)

G.Provision and Installation of Playground Equipment at Flat Rock Park – Sourcewell Cooperative Contract Purchase

G. Provision and Installation of Playground Equipment at Flat Rock Park.pdf (0.03 MB)

H.Provision and Installation of Playground Equipment at Shirley Winston Park – Sourcewell Cooperative Contract Purchase

H. Provision and Installation of Playground Equipment at Shirley Winston Park.pdf (0.03 MB)

I.Provision and Installation of Playground Equipment at Heath Park – Sourcewell Cooperative Contract Purchase

I. Provision and Installation of Playground Equipment at Heath Park.pdf (0.03 MB)

J.Provision and Installation of Playground Equipment at John Rigdon Park at Psalmond Road – Sourcewell Cooperative Contract Purchase

J. Provision and Installation of Playground Equipment at John Rigdon Park at Psalmond Road.pdf (0.03 MB)

K.Declaration of Surplus and Trade-In of Yamaha Golf Carts for Bull Creek Golf Course

EMERGENCY PURCHASES

UPDATES AND PRESENTATIONS

A.Riverkeeper Trash Trap Updates - Henry Jacobs, Deputy Director, Chattahoochee Riverkeeper

CRK Columbus Council Update_05.12.2026.pdf (12.16 MB)

B.Update on the STEM Carver Park Project - Katrina Long, Principal, Reese Road Elementary School

BID ADVERTISEMENT

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BID ADVERTISEMENTS.pdf (0.03 MB)

CLERK OF COUNCIL’S AGENDA

ENCLOSURES - INFORMATION ONLY

1.Upcoming Board Appointments: Keep Columbus Beautiful Commission (KCBC)

COC - Board Memo. Keep Columbus Beautiful Commission.pdf (0.06 MB)

2.Upcoming Board Appointments: Pension Fund, Employees’ Board of Trustees

COC - Board Memo. Pension Board.pdf (0.06 MB)

3.Upcoming Board Appointments: Region Six Regional Advisory Council for Department of Behavioral Health & Developmental Disabilities

COC - Board Memo. Region Six.pdf (0.06 MB)

4.Upcoming Board Appointments: Retirees’ Health Benefits Committee

COC - Board Memo. Retirees Health Benefits.pdf (0.06 MB)

ENCLOSURES - ACTION REQUESTED

5.Honorary Street Designation: Application submitted by Jimmy Blanton, requesting to designate Prince Avenue, from St. Mary’s Road to Murrelle Street, as Dickerson Way in honor of Dr. Tony R. Dickerson.

Application - Honorary Street Name Designation (Redacted).pdf (0.03 MB)

6.Resignation: William A. Taylor is resigning as the Certified Public Accountant (CPA) on the Columbus Sports & Entertainment Authority. (Mayor’s Appointment)

COC - Resignation (W. Taylor).pdf (0.01 MB)

7.Resignation: Fran Carpenter is resigning from the Historic & Architectural Review Board (BHAR). (Council’s Appointment)

COC - Resignation (F. Carpenter).pdf (0.01 MB)

8.Minutes of the following board:

Board of Tax Assessors # 15-26 & 16-26

Board of Water Commissioners 03-25-26

Columbus Airport Commission 02-17-26, 03-19-26 & 03-25-26

Columbus Golf Authority 03-17-26

Employee Benefits Committee 02-25-26 & 10-22-25

Board of Tax Assessors #15-26.pdf (0.10 MB)
Board of Water Commissioners 03-25-26.pdf (0.78 MB)
Columbus Airport Commission 02-17-26.pdf (0.14 MB)
Board of Tax Assessors # 16-26.pdf (0.10 MB)
Columbus Airport Commission 03-25-26.pdf (0.92 MB)
Columbus Golf Authority 03-17-26.pdf (0.14 MB)
Employee Benefits Committee 02-25-26.pdf (0.13 MB)
Employee Benefits Committee 10-22-25.pdf (0.17 MB)
Columbus Airport Commission 03-19-26.pdf (0.13 MB)

BOARD APPOINTMENTS - ACTION REQUESTED

Board Appointments..pdf (0.04 MB)

ADD-ONS

The City of Columbus strives to provide accessibility to individuals with disabilities and who require certain accommodations in order to allow them to observe and/or participate in this meeting. If assistance is needed regarding the accessibility of the meeting or the facilities, individuals may contact the Mayor’s Commission for Persons with Disabilities at 706-653-4492 promptly to allow the City Government to make reasonable accommodations for those persons

CALL TO ORDER: Mayor B.H. "Skip" Henderson, III, Presiding INVOCATION: Offered by Pastor Roderick Green - First African Baptist Church PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Led by the Lighthouse Leaders from Reese Road Leadership Academy