Columbus, Georgia

MINUTES

COUNCIL OF COLUMBUS, GEORGIA

WORK SESSION



SEPTEMBER 28, 2004





The regular monthly Work Session of the Council of Columbus, Georgia was

called to order at 9:04 A.M., Tuesday, September 28, 2004, in the Council

Chambers, Government Center, Columbus, Georgia. Honorable Robert S. Poydasheff,

Mayor, and Honorable John J. Rodgers, Mayor Pro Tem presiding.



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PRESENT: Present other than Mayor Poydasheff and Mayor Pro Tem John J. Rodgers

were Councilors Wayne Anthony, Glenn Davis, Berry Henderson, Julius H. Hunter,

Jr., Charles E. McDaniel, Jr., Nathan Suber and Evelyn Woodson. City Manager

Carmen Cavezza, City Attorney Clifton Fay, Clerk of Council Tiny B. Washington

and Deputy Clerk of Council Sandra Davis were also present. Councilor Evelyn

Turner Pugh took her seat at 9:05 a.m.



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ABSENT: Councilor R. Gary Allen was absent but was officially excused by the

adoption of Resolution Number 405-04, respectively.



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INVOCATION: Offered by Councilor Wayne Anthony.



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PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Led by Mayor Robert S. Poydasheff.

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HALLOWEEN:



Mayor Poydasheff pointed out that Halloween falls on a Sunday this year,

and made the determination that Halloween would be celebrated in Columbus,

Georgia on Saturday, October 30th. He explained that this would allow family

and individual celebrations to not interfere with churches and the concern from

parents about school the following day. He said that he has spoken to Police

Chief Willie Dozier and other local law enforcement agencies and they would be

able to accommodate this request.



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REINFORCING COMMUNITY TRUST:



Mayor Poydasheff announced that he received a book titled ?Reinforcing

Community Trust/Best Practices of Community Policing from the United States

Conference of Mayors. He reported that among all of the cities in the United

States, Columbus Against Drugs is found on Page 65, which discusses our

program, the program summary, the effectiveness of the program, etc. He said

that the reason for the success of our neighborhood drug programs are supported

by Lt. Renee McAneny and Officer Robin Rich of the Columbus Police Department

and the many volunteers that march the streets to rid our neighborhood of drug

dealers. He said that they are doing such a magnificent job that the United

States Conference of Mayors has issues this publication. The publication would

be posted in the Mayor?s Office, as announced by Mayor Poydasheff. He pointed

out that we should be proud of our city.



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FESTIVAL AT SOUTH COMMONS:



Mr. Dale Hester, Civic Center Director, came forward to announce the

Festival at South Commons. He then presented each member of Council with a

stuffed teddy bear and provided the opening date of Thursday, September 30,

2004 through Sunday, October 10, 2004. He briefly explained the various

activities for the festival with emphasis on the last day of the festival,

which is Gospel Day. There would be about 15 churches coming on Sunday, as

explained by Mr. Hester. He added that we would have a larger petting zoo this

year, the human cannon ball and a circus within the festival. He then invited

everyone to come to the festival, which is family oriented.

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PROCLAMATIONS:



?DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS MONTH?:



With Ms. Sally Haskins, Chairperson of the Domestic Violence Roundtable,

Sgt. Donna Thompson from the Sheriff?s Office, Officer Julius Ross, from the

Columbus Police Department, employees of the Solicitors General Office and

other members standing at the council table, Councilor Anthony read the

proclamation of Mayor Poydasheff, proclaiming the month of October 2004, as

?Domestic Violence Awareness Month?, in Columbus, Georgia.



Ms. Haskins then introduced each individual present with her as the agenda

of events for Domestic Violence Awareness Month was passed around the table.

Councilor Henderson requested that the Domestic Violence Awareness Month

calendar of events be included as part of the CCG-TV broadcast; especially, the

date, time and other information on the Candlelight Vigil.



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?VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS DAY?:



With Mr. Miller, Retired Colonel Nett and Mr. Joe Roy standing at the

council table, Councilor McDaniel read the proclamation of Mayor Poydasheff,

proclaiming Wednesday, September 29, 2004, as ?Veterans of Foreign Wars Day?,

in Columbus, Georgia.



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?NATIONAL HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH?:



With Ms. Cecilia Alexander, with WHINSEC and other individuals standing at

the council table, Councilor Hunter read the proclamation of Mayor Poydasheff,

proclaiming September 15 - October 15, 2004, as ?National Hispanic Heritage

Month?, in Columbus, Georgia.



Ms. Cecilia Alexander, announced that the Hispanic and Caribbean community

have come together for a fundraiser to aid our brothers and sisters that have

been the victims of hurricanes throughout this devastating season. She invited

everyone to attend the fundraiser on Saturday, October 2, 2004, the Hispanic

and Caribbean community would be hosting a carwash/food sell in the Oakland

Park Shopping Center. She then read from a listing of a few of the sponsors.

Those individuals that were present and standing before the council then

introduced themselves.



Councilor Woodson reiterated her support for individuals to attend this

event. She added that all proceeds would go to Red Cross and directly to a

fund that has been set up to be distributed to the victims of the hurricane.



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COLUMBUS STATE UNIVERSITY?S LADY COUGAR WOMEN?S SOCCER TEAM:



Councilor Davis welcomed the newest members of our community, the CSU Lady

Cougar Women?s Soccer Team. He then asked that Coach Jay Entlinch, as well as,

the women?s soccer team to come forward. He wished them great success in the

field of women soccer.



Coach Jay Entlinch, immediately introduced some of the members that were

present with him as well as the assistant coach. He then provided the plans

for the newest addition to the Columbus State University Campus, which is the

$1.7 million soccer stadium. In making reference to the plans for the stadium,

Coach Entlinch announced that we have plans to build a 1,500 seat stadium. He

briefly mentioned some of the other features of the new soccer stadium. The

team members then came forward to present Mayor Poydasheff with a t-shirt and

new cap.

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CONSENT AGENDA:





THE FOLLOWING TWO ORDINANCES AMENDING THE ZONING ATLAS OF COLUMBUS,

GEORGIA WERE SUBMITTED BY CITY ATTORNEY FAY AND ADOPTED ON SECOND READING BY

THE COUNCIL PURSUANT TO A SINGLE MOTION MADE BY MAYOR PRO TEM RODGERS AND

SECONDED BY COUNCILOR MCDANIEL AND CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY BY THOSE NINE MEMBERS

PRESENT FOR THIS MEETING:



An Ordinance (04-92) - Rezoning property located at 5220 Boyd Drive from

an R-1A District to an R-2 District. (51-A-04-Cannon) (Both the Planning

Advisory Commission and the Planning Division recommend approval.)



An Ordinance (04-93) - Rezoning city-owned properties located within the

area defined in the Liberty District Master Plan from R-4, C-3 and M-1

Districts to R-1, R-3, R-3A, R-4 and A-0 Districts. (52-A-04-Planning

Division) (Both the Planning Advisory Commission and the Planning Division

recommend approval.)



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THE FOLLOWING THREE RESOLUTIONS AS SUBMITTED AND EXPLAINED BY CITY MANAGER

CAVEZZA WERE ADOPTED BY THE COUNCIL PURSUANT TO A SINGLE MOTION MADE BY MAYOR

PRO TEM RODGERS AND SECONDED BY COUNCILOR MCDANIEL AND CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY BY

THOSE NINE MEMBERS PRESENT FOR THIS

MEETING:





A Resolution (402-04) - Authorizing a request to execute a contract with

the Board of Regents of the University of Georgia for the Carl Vinson Institute

of Georgia to conduct a study for a new classification and compensation system

and authorize the acceptance of donated funds for said purpose.



A Resolution (403-04) - Authorizing a request execute a Quit Claim Deed to

Leland D. Davis and Margot G. Davis for a portion of utility and drainage

easement located at Lot 6, Creekside of Green Island. The department of

Engineering has examined the property and has no objection to abandoning the

easement



A Resolution (404-04) - Authorizing a request to purchase the property at

0 Garfield Drive a/k/a 114-022-013 for the construction of a radio transmission

tower.



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THE FOLLOWING TWO REZONING PETITIONS WERE SUBMITTED ON THE CONSENT AGENDA

AND AN ORDINANCE AND PUBLIC HEARING WERE CALLED FOR EACH BY MAYOR PRO TEM

RODGERS:





Petition submitted by D. R. Properties, LLC to rezone approximately 3.7

acres of property located at 1302, 1304, 1306, 1308, 1310, 1318 & 1320 - 16th

Street/ 1541 - 14th Avenue/ West end of 1538 - 13th Avenue from a C-2 and R-3A

Districts to an A-O District. (Recommended for conditional approval/denial by

both the Planning Advisory Commission and the Planning Division.)

(56-CA/D-04-D. R. Properties, LLC)



The Planning Division recommends conditional approval of 1302, 1304,

1306 and 1308 - 16th Street and the west end of 1538 - 13th Avenue



The Planning Division is recommending denial of 1310, 1318 and 1320 -

16th Street and 1541 - 14th Avenue.



Petition submitted by Gabriel Jones to rezone approximately 0.42 acre of

property located at 4347 Macon Road from an R-1A District to an R-3 District.

(Recommended for conditional approval by the Planning Advisory Commission and

denial by the Planning Division.) (57-D-04-Jones)



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THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION NOT LISTED ON THE CONSENT AGENDA WAS SUBMITTED

AND APPROVED BY THE COUNCIL ON A SINGLE MOTION MADE BY MAYOR PRO TEM RODGERS

AND SECONDED BY COUNCILOR MCDANIEL, WHICH CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY BY THOSE NINE

MEMBERS OF COUNCIL PRESENT FOR THIS MEETING:







A Resolution (405-04) - Excusing Councilor R. Gary Allen from the

September 28, 2004 Meeting.



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WORK SESSION AGENDA:



COLUMBUS SOUTH REVITALIZATION UPDATE:



Mr. Karl Douglass, Jr. Chairman of Columbus South Revitalization, came

forward give a presentation on the efforts of the Columbus South

Revitalization. He recalled that about one year ago, Mayor Poydasheff

initiated a process to focus some attention on Columbus South. He briefly

spoke about the occurrence of situations that could have attributed to the

people moving out of the area and the lost of vitality in Columbus South.

Making an observation, Mr. Douglas stated that if we are able to get the people

to live and work in the area; then, the result would be more retail,

restaurants, etc in the area. He then provided a map outlining the area

geographically known as Columbus South. He advised that Mayor Poydasheff asked

the University of Georgia to lead a group of citizens through a process to

identify and address issues in that area.



Using a flowchart to outline the process thus far, Mr. Douglas proceeded

with his presentation as listed below:



Meetings:



Beginning of the process:



~ Orientation Meeting

~ Town hall Meetings







Discussion at town hall meetings:



Things that are working well in the area:



~ Police & Fire Department

~ Boys & Girls Club

~ Recreational activities

~ City Services

~ Libraries



What?s not working well:



~ Housing - Not enough moderate to upper income housing

~ Not enough youth activities

~ Street scape

~ Safety

~ Lack of retail, restaurants and shopping

~ Jobs





In the area regarding safety, Mr. Douglas pointed out that J. D. Hawk from

the Columbus Police Department, had presented that there are areas in town that

are much higher statistically in their crime occurrence and their need for

response time; then, this area that we are talking about now.



Obtainable solutions



~ Code Enforcement holding people accountable for their property

~ Increase of neighborhood Associations

~ More affordable recreational activities

~ Investment in street scape infrastructure

~ Safety issues

~ General perception issues



He recalled that one of the citizens spoke about how the news media report

crime by emphasizing south Columbus but do not emphasize the geographic

location of crime in other areas. Regarding economic development, Mr. Douglas

explained the need for the city and Chamber of Commerce to put emphasis on this

area.



Community Projects:



~ Change negative to positives

~ Focus on youth

~ More police protection

~ Redeveloping substandard housing



Citizens? commitments:



~ Volunteer with children

~ Join clean-up south group

~ Participate in the neighborhood watch programs

~ More town hall meetings to focus on the process of revitalization



Special Focus Groups & Issue Development:



~ Economic power- creating wealth in the area

~ Crime prevention

~ Transportation

~ Educational facilities

~ Home Sweet Home - Promoting more home ownership

~ Take Pride in the South Side ? Issue dealing with perception

~ Come Outside and Play - Recreational activities- providing access to

facilities

~ Come See for Yourself - Internal tourist process

~ Increasing tourism



Mr. Douglas reminded everyone that these items were comprised over a four-month

period, eight meetings and twenty-four hours of civic service on the behalf of

700 people having their voices heard. He explained that we had our final

retreat in March of 2004. He said that we tried to take all of this input and

compose some reasonable thing that could actually happen and from that we came

up with a list of about twenty-eight strategies with a few highlighted below:



~ Ideas on what to do with the old Baker High School

~ Communicating the facts about low crime rates

~ Redeveloping Baker Village

~ Organizing neighborhood improvement groups

~ Update the appearance of current shopping areas

~ Local financial incentives for business development

~ Identifying land for upscale housing

~ Code Enforcement



Continuing his point of discussion, Mr. Douglas described their first

organizational meeting of Columbus South Inc. organization. He mentioned that

one of the major recommendations that came from the Carl Vinson Institute is to

establish a free-standing organization that can have committed resources by way

of financial and personnel. He explained that we met yesterday to begin to

organized that group, which is based in large part on the model of Uptown

Columbus, Inc. and would be a self-standing 501C-3 and have identified some

people to serve as an executive committee. He added that over the next four

months, we would be seeking some organizational structure, as well as, working

to get some financial resources plugged into the process through both private

sources, foundations and other incentives through CDBG grants. He suggested

finding a way to do for residential development what we have done with a

Enterprise Zone for commercial development, which is to give home builders a

financial incentive to come in to build homes in the area that would be

suitable and usable by the officers and other personnel that would be coming in

as an addition to Ft. Benning.



At this time, Mayor Poydasheff made some encouraging comments and Mr. Douglas

responded to various questions from the members of Council. Councilor McDaniel

expressed the need for a marina to help promote Columbus South.



Councilor Woodson said that she is hearing from people inquiring why change

south Columbus to Columbus South and the issue is that we want to show unity

and what better way to do it is to remember Columbus South and Columbus North;

then, eventually it would become one Columbus, if we practice using Columbus

first.



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UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT ORDINANCE:



Mr. Ricky Jones, Transportation Planning Division, came forward to

complete the discussion on the Unified Development Ordinance that had began on

last month. He recalled that the conversation became centered around the

conservation subdivision. He pointed out that the conservation subdivision is

a new tool for the development community and is optional. He explained that

the hope is that it would protect the valuable resources that we have as a

community. The criteria for conservation subdivision, Mr. Jones explained that

the 20% requirement must be met upfront and protect certain primary

conservation area; then, that developer could use the conservation subdivision

tool. He added that there is also a requirement in terms of meeting the 20%

and by determining that anything over and above that, which the developer wants

to protect; then, the developer could get additional bonus lots as well. Since

the last meeting, Mr. Jones has conferred with Mr. Larry French to assist us by

taking the requirements of this conservation subdivision process and determine

if it is something that could be done. Mr. Jones then made reference to a

handout, which contained the following:



? Site Analysis

? A-1 development

? Conservation subdivision with 100 ft buffer and the use of like lots abutting

existing property

? Shows what happens if the developer does not want to use like lots



He then continued to highlight and explain each one of the above listed

items in great details with some items being outlined below. He then

introduced Mr. Bill Ross, from Ross & Associates is present, as well as, Mr.

Larry French.



Councilor Suber asked questions regarding the maps that show one public

road. Mr. Jones explained that this property was designed to work with the lay

of the land. He added that we would have to look at if it is possible to

provide additional access somewhere else if necessary, but that was not a

requirement of what he had asked Mr. French to do.



Mr. Bill Ross, from Ross & Associates, approached the rostrum to outline

the major concepts, which are to conserve natural resource and land use

capability. At this time, Mr. Ross provided a detailed description and

explanation of the handout as previously mentioned by Mr. Jones, as well as the

inclusion of the following:



? Conventional Subdivision: This drawing produced by Mr. French shows a

conventional subdivision to see what it would look like under a normal

development.

? Buffer within 100 ft of property line: The idea is land use compatibility

and only as development is moving away from the peripheral of the subdivision

could the lots be smaller. This drawing shows the conservation subdivision if

there are lots around the peripheral that are within 100 feet of the property

line.

? Buffer beyond 100 ft of property line: Instead of having lots right next to

the peripheral of the development and if the lots are brought in at least 100

feet band of green; then, the developer could go a little bit smaller on those

lots and a little less narrower. If the 100-foot was an opaque screen that

could be seen through or at least 350 feet away; then, the lots could be a

little bit smaller also.



Councilor Henderson inquired about some type of land trust as protection

for that 100 feet buffer, at which time, Mr. Ross replied that if the developer

decides to do a conservation subdivision; then, all of the green space and open

features have to end up in a conservation easement that meets all of the State

law requirements with the City being a third party holder to the conservation

easement, but the city would not own them. He maintained that the purpose of

the City being the third party holder is to insure that the conservation

easement could never be modified with the Council?s approval.



At this time, Deputy City Manager Richard Bishop responded to a question

of Councilor Henderson regarding the enforcement to protect the conservation

easements.



In conclusion, Mr. Jones said that there are two classes of zoning changes

with one being a major and a minor. He explained that the major is anything

that has a threshold that has been reached; then, there is a lengthy period of

time in terms of reviewing the process. He went on to say that if it does not

meet that threshold; then, it actually accelerates somewhat and moves through

the process.



Councilor Turner Pugh asked if some type of fencing has been considered

around the property that is part of the land trust, at which time, Mr. Ross

advised that we have not required the fencing, because it would be a lot of

fencing, and we would be disturbing the area to some extent. Mr. Ross agreed

to take a look at the fencing piece of it.



Councilor Anthony made a suggested consistent with what is being done with

the National Forest, which is to have the trees marked periodically, so people

would be aware of the demarcation between the property owners that have

property that backs up to the National Forest.



In response to a question by Councilor Anthony, Mr. Ross replied that the

homeowners association own it and are responsible for it. He added that the

association is a party to the conservation easement, and those land trust

always require that the homeowner?s association would pay them to inspect it at

least once a year and police these areas.



Councilor Henderson expressed his concern in the chronology of the new

zoning classifications that seem to be in descending lot size order; instead

of, ascending order of density. He pointed out that in low density, there is

R-2 zoning, as well as, R-3B zoning (Patio Homes). He explained that he would

not allow zero lot lines to go in an area that would also be suitable for an

R-2 property. Mr. Jones then addressed those concerns. Mr. Phillip Thayer,

came forward to explain that the product we have now is the zero lot line under

the SFR-3, which would be considered the balance of what is in the Maple Ridge

area. He explained that it does have a zero lot line component, but the square

footages on the lots are compatible to 6,000 versus the 7,500. Mr. Jones added

that we are trying to lump like uses together in terms of square footage

requirements. Councilor Henderson said that there was a lot of discussion on

whether or not 7,500 belong in low density because there are some members of

Council, who consider it to be medium density. City Manager Cavezza added that

R-2 use to be low density and during the process it was moved to medium

density, and one of the reasons for that was because when we deal with the

conservation subdivision, the R-2 zoning fits in there nicely, plus as we look

at infield around the City, we have a lot of low density areas that have R-2

zonings in it. Councilor Henderson making one final comment, pointed out that

we have gone from 7,500 square feet down another 1,500 square feet to the zero

lot line 6,000 square feet in low density, which does not make sense to him.



At this time, Mr. Jones responded to various questions from Councilor

Turner Pugh regarding the square footage of various zoning classifications.

After Mr. Jones advised that currently, R-3 zoning (Single Family Residential),

which is 6,000 square feet and R-3A zoning (Multi-family Residential), which is

6,000 square feet. Councilor Turner Pugh agreed with Councilor Henderson that

R-3B zoning being 6,000 square feet should not be categorized as low density.

City Manager Cavezza advised that we would take another look at it.



There was continued discussion on this matter with several members of

Council expressing their views. Mr. Jones asked that we reprogram ourselves in

terms of how we look at zero lot line development. He said that we would bring

back some examples to show how is could work and has worked in other

communities, before a final opinion is formed.



City manager Cavezza recalled that in the previous Comprehensive Plan, R-2

zoning was low-density residential but was moved during the process of the

public meetings; then, as a result of subsequent meetings to try to reach an

agreement, we put it back in low-density residential. He explained that the

rationale is that it has always been there, it fits and we could live with it

particularly with the conservation subdivision concept, which would allow more

incentive for homebuilders to go with the conservation subdivision. He said

that as far as the R-3B zoning, this is a new issue altogether; although, it is

the same size lot and he understands the zero lot line concern, and that?s what

we really need to take a look at.



Mr. Ross suggested that the essential thing to look at to resolve this

issue is in that zoning district by trying to match those two together, we have

an inconsistency, because we have one lot size for single family detached and a

smaller lot size for zero lot line lots, but the Council may want to look at

moving the minimum lot size for the zero lot line up to the same minimum size

as for detached; then, the only flexibility we are talking about there is

whether single-family detached needs both side yards or could be a zero lot

line. He said that because the minimum 7,500 square feet has traditionally

been called low density that is where we drew the line. He said that he

believes the 6,000 square foot lot drops into the medium density; therefore,

this situation may be resolved by increasing that particular lot size in that

district.



At this time, Mr. Ross responded to various questions from several

members of Council regarding lot sizes and the residential multi-family with

R-3A. Mr. Jones made some clarifications regarding changes in zoning

terminology. City Manager Cavezza determined that we have been hearing a great

concern on patio homes; therefore, we need to go back and revisit that piece of

it. Councilor Turner Pugh recalled that the whole intent to get this ordinance

redone was not to have two different zonings in one classification; therefore,

everyone would know exactly what was going to be in there and we would not have

all of those contentious rezonings that we have now.



In conclusion of his presentation, Mr. Jones mentioned the transition

process once the ordinance has been agreed upon. He then proposed a transition

of what was existing to what is being proposed. In response to comments made

by Councilor Henderson regarding the change of A-1 property to RE1 where there

is a large eight to ten acre tract or land next to it, Mr. Jones replied that

staff is going in and identifying what may be considered as problem areas so

that we do have the right classification for the property. He added that we

would also be talking with the property owners as well to make sure that they

understand what we are trying to accomplish.



Mr. Jones continued his presentation by briefly mentioning and explaining

each of the following as listed:



? PUD zoning

? Nonconforming uses ? currently have two years to come into compliance would

now have six months



Councilor Anthony raised concerns regarding the effect of zoning

classifications on the property owners in regard to their tax status. Mr.

Jones said that youth of the property determines the taxing of the property,

and that is not going to change because of the zoning classification. When

Mayor Pro Tem Rodgers raised similar concerns, City Manager Cavezza responded

by saying that we would have to meet with the Tax Assessors on these matters.



City Manager Cavezza stated that we could resolve the issues that have

been brought to our attention; then, bring this ordinance to the Council on

first reading to discuss it further and get the citizen?s input to move forward

with the process.



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TOWNHALL MEETING:



City Manager Cavezza reminded everyone of the town hall meeting tonight at

Rothschild Middle School, at 6:30 p.m. regarding the local option sales tax.



Councilor Woodson pointed out that we have received an email from the FOP

expressing their support of the local option sales tax. She said that they

would be instrumental in assuring that their needs are being looked at. She

pointed out that today we took the first step by approving a contract with the

Board of Regents of the University of Georgia for the Carl Vinson Institute of

Georgia to conduct a compensation study. She emphasized that the L.O.S.T would

be a relief for the middle and low income families that own property, because

the expense would be shared with other people who do not live in our community,

but use our roads and businesses.





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EXECUTIVE SESSION



Mayor Poydasheff requested an executive session to discuss a personnel

matter. Councilor Woodson moved for the Council to go into executive session.

Seconded by Councilor Turner Pugh and carried unanimously by those nine members

present for this meeting.



At 11:05 a.m. the Council adjourned its regular meeting to go into

executive session to discuss a personnel matter. At 11:21 a.m., the Council

reconvened its regular session. Mayor Poydasheff announced that the Council

did meet in executive session to discuss a personnel matter but no votes were

taken.



With there being no other business to come before this Council, Mayor Pro

Tem Rodgers then made a motion for adjournment. Seconded by Councilor Woodson

and carried unanimously by those ten members of Council present, with the time

being 11:24 A.M.



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Sandra T. Davis, CDMC

Deputy Clerk of Council

The Council of Columbus, Georgia