}

Columbus Consolidated Government

Council Meeting

10/27/2015


To
Mayor and Council
Subject
Riverwalk Easements From Georgia Power
Initiator
Planning Department
Recommendation
Approve the resolution authorizing the City Manager to enter into an agreement \n \n with Georgia Power for easements needed for the completion of the Columbus \n \n Riverwalk.
Approval
Pending
Background
Under the Transportation Investment Act approved by the voters in 2012, funding

was set aside for the completion of the Columbus Riverwalk. To complete this

task, certain easements will be needed from Georgia Power.
Analysis
In order to connect the Riverwalk at the North Highland Dam and Bibb Mill site,

temporary construction easements, along with easements for utilities and

maintenance, are required. These easements are shown on the plats contained

within the easement agreement.
Financial Considerations
There are no financial considerations for this easement agreement.
Projected Annual Fiscal Impact Statement
There are no annual fiscal impacts expected, other than general maintenance of

these site when they become part of the riverwalk itself.
Legal Considerations
The City Attorney has reviewed and approved this agreement.
Recommendations/ Actions
Approve the resolution authorizing the City Manager to enter into an agreement

with Georgia Power for easements needed for the completion of the Columbus

Riverwalk.