MINUTES
COUNCIL OF COLUMBUS, GEORGIA
REGULAR MEETING
DECEMBER 6, 2016
The regular weekly meeting of the Council of Columbus, Georgia was called
to order at 5:30 P.M., Tuesday, December 6, 2016, on the 2nd Floor of the
Citizens Service Center, located at 3111 Citizens Way, Columbus, Georgia
Honorable Teresa Tomlinson, Mayor and Honorable Evelyn Turner Pugh, Mayor Pro
Tem presiding.
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PRESENT: Present other than Mayor Teresa Tomlinson were Councilors R. Gary
Allen, Mike Baker, Jerry Barnes, Glenn Davis, Walker Garrett and Judy W.
Thomas. City Manager Isaiah Hugley, City Attorney Clifton Fay, Assistant City
Attorney Lucy Sheftall, Clerk of Council Tiny B. Washington and Deputy Clerk of
Council Lindsey Glisson were also present. Councilor Berry H. Henderson took
his seat at 5:36 p.m. Mayor Pro Tem Turner Pugh took her seat at 5:56 p.m.
Councilor Bruce Huff took his seat at 6:31 p.m.
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ABSENT: Councilor Evelyn Woodson was absent.
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INVOCATION: Offered by Rev. Terrence Evans of Greater Ward Chapel A.M.E.
Church.
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PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Led by students of Waddell Elementary
School.
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PRESENTATION:
Mr. Rick Jones, Director of the Planning Department came forward and said
that to present the Mayor and Council with the results of their survey with
regards to transportation as well as, their bike giveaway.
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PROCLAMATIONS:
?MARVIN BROADWATER DAY?
With Mr. Marvin Broadwater, GA State Representative Omega Psi Phi
Fraternity, Inc. standing at the Council table, Councilor Garrett read Mayor
Tomlinson?s proclamation into the records, proclaiming Tuesday, December 6,
2016, as ?Marvin Broadwater Day?, in Columbus, Georgia.
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?GRPA VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION DAY?
With Ride on Bikes, Ms. Susan Garrett, Ms. Gladys Johnson, Mr. Ronzell
Buckner and a Representative of the Columbus Sports Council standing at the
Council table, Councilor Henderson read Mayor Tomlinson?s proclamation into the
records, proclaiming Tuesday, December 6, 2016, as ?GRPA Volunteer Appreciation
Day?, in Columbus, Georgia.
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?MUSCOGEE COUNTY?S FIRST REACH SCHOLARS DAY?
With Mr. Brinique Wright, Ms. Alexansandra Casanova, Mr. Johnny Moore, Jr.,
Ms. Akeamma Thomas, Ms. Katherine Waters, Mr. Adam Cobis-Ribeiro, Mr.Dillon
Jack and Ms. Brianna Owens standing at the Council Table, Councilor Barnes read
Mayor Tomlinson?s proclamation into the records, proclaiming Tuesday, December
6, 2016, as ?Muscogee County?s First REACH Scholars Day?, in Columbus, Georgia.
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?COLUMBUS PARKS AND RECREATION DAY?
With Mr. Carson Revell and members of Parks and Recreation standing at the
Council table, Councilor Thomas read Mayor Tomlinson?s proclamation into the
records, proclaiming Tuesday, December 6, 2016, as ?Columbus Parks and
Recreation Day?, in Columbus, Georgia.
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THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS SUBMITTED AND
ADOPTED BY THE COUNCIL: ________________________________
A Resolution (420-16) ? Commending and congratulating Double Churches
Elementary School teacher, Eric Crouch, recipient of a 2016
Milken Educator Award.
Councilor Henderson made a motion to approve the resolution. Seconded by
Councilor Allen and carried unanimously by those eight members of Council
present, with Councilor Huff being absent for the vote and Councilor Woodson
being absent from the meeting.
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A Resolution (421-16) ? Expressing appreciation to Councilor R. Walker
Garrett for his meritorious service on the Columbus Ironworks Convention
& Trade Center Authority.
Mayor Pro Tem Turner Pugh made a motion to approve the resolution.
Seconded by Councilor Allen and carried unanimously by those eight members of
Council present, with Councilor Huff being absent for the vote and Councilor
Woodson being absent from the meeting.
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THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTIONS WERE ALSO SUBMITTED AND ADOPTED BY THE COUNCIL
PURSUANT TO THE ADOPTION OF A SINGLE MOTION MADE BY MAYOR PRO TEM TURNER PUGH
AND SECONDED BY COUNCILOR ALLEN, WHICH CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY BY THOSE EIGHT
MEMBERS OF COUNCIL PRESENT, WITH COUNCILOR HUFF BEING ABSENT FOR THE VOTE AND
COUNCILOR WOODSON BEING ABSENT FROM THE MEETING: ___
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A Resolution (422-16) ? Expressing appreciation to Ms. Deborah Lane for
her meritorious service on the Columbus Ironworks Convention & Trade
Center Authority.
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A Resolution (423-16)? ? Expressing appreciation to Mr. Ed James for his
meritorious service on the Board of Historic and Architectural Review
(BHAR).
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A Resolution (424-16) ? Expressing appreciation to Mr. Karl Douglass for
his meritorious service on the Board of Water Commissioners.
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A Resolution (425-16) ? Expressing appreciation to Mr. Walter J. Lewis,
Sr. for his meritorious service on the Community Development Advisory
Council.
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A Resolution (426-16) ? Expressing appreciation to Ms. Paige Swift for
her meritorious service on the Planning Advisory Commission.
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A Resolution (427-16) ? Expressing appreciation to Mr. Paul Voorhees for
his meritorious service on the Public Safety Advisory Commission.
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A Resolution (428-16) ? Expressing appreciation to Ms. Glenda Culpepper
for her meritorious service on the Tree Board.
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A Resolution (429-16) ? Expressing appreciation to Mr. Judson Richardson
for his meritorious service on the Uptown Fa?ade Board.
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MINUTES: Minutes of the November 8, 2016 Council Meeting of the
Consolidated Government were submitted and approved. Mayor Pro Tem Turner Pugh
made a motion to approve the minutes. Seconded by Councilor Allen and carried
unanimously by those eight members of Council present, with Councilor Huff
being absent for the vote and Councilor Woodson being absent from the meeting.
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CITY ATTORNEY?S AGENDA:
THE FOLLOWING FOUR ORDINANCES WERE SUBMITTED AND EXPLAINED BY CITY
ATTORNEY FAY AND ADOPTED BY THE COUNCIL ON SECOND READING:
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An Ordinance (16-49) ? Revising the promotional procedures for the
Columbus Department of Fire and Emergency Medical Services; and for other
purposes.
Councilor Thomas made a motion to approve the ordinance. Seconded by Mayor
Pro Tem Turner Pugh and carried unanimously by those nine members of Council
present, with Councilor Woodson being absent from the meeting.
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An Ordinance (16-50) ? Amending Chapter 2 of the Columbus Code by amending
the terms of members of the Retiree Health Benefit Committee; and for other
purposes.
Councilor Allen made a motion to approve the ordinance. Seconded by Mayor
Pro Tem Turner Pugh and carried unanimously by those nine members of Council
present, with Councilor Woodson being absent from the meeting.
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An Ordinance (16-51) ? Amending Ordinance No. 16-17, the budget for fiscal
year 2016, beginning July 1, 2016, and ending June 30, 2017, for certain
positions of the Consolidated Government of Columbus, Georgia; and for other
purposes.
Councilor Thomas made a motion to approve the ordinance. Seconded by Mayor
Pro Tem Turner Pugh and carried unanimously by those nine members of Council
present, with Councilor Woodson being absent from the meeting.
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An Ordinance (16-52) ? Amending Ordinance No.16-27 which provided for the
levy, assessment, and collection of taxes for the public school system of
Columbus, Georgia; to correct certain due dates and for other purposes.
Councilor Henderson made a motion to approve the ordinance. Seconded by
Councilor Allen and carried unanimously by those nine members of Council
present, with Councilor Woodson being absent from the meeting.
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THE FOLLOWING THREE ORDINANCES WERE SUBMITTED AND EXPLAINED BY CITY ATTORNEY
FAY AND INTRODUCED ON FIRST READING: _
An Ordinance ? Amending the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) of the
Columbus Code so as to amend section 3.2.72.K.1(B) and add a new section
3.2.72.O; and for other purposes.
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An Ordinance ? Amending the budget for the Fiscal Year 2016 beginning July
1, 2015 and ending June 30, 2016, for certain funds of the Consolidated
Government of Columbus, Georgia; appropriating amounts shown in each fund; and
for various other purposes.
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An Ordinance ? Amending the Zoning Atlas of the Consolidated Government of
Columbus, Georgia; changing certain boundaries of a district located at 4540,
4550 & 4554 Reese Road & 3747 Gentian Boulevard (parcel 084-023-003,
084-023-001, 084-023-002 & 069-010-003) from NC (Neighborhood Commercial)
Zoning District to GC (General Commercial) with conditions Zoning District.
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PUBLIC AGENDA
THE FOLLOWING INDIVIDUALS APPEARED BEFORE THE COUNCIL ON THE PUBLIC AGENDA
TO DISCUSS THE FOLLOWING SUBJECT MATTERS, AS LISTED BELOW: ________
MS. JONNELL MINEFEE, REPRESNETING CITIZENS ADVISORY COUNCIL, RE:
CARPOOLING:
Ms. Jonnell Minefee, representing Citizens Advisory Council,
Re: Carpooling.
1. Attorney Stephen Hodges, representing Pat D. Daniel, Re:
Requesting Council to revoke liquor license.
3. Ms. Audrey Holston Palmore, Re: Appearance Follow-Up.
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CITY MANAGER?S AGENDA:
THE FOLLOWING SIX RESOLUTIONS WERE ALSO SUBMITTED AND EXPLAINED BY
CITY MANAGER HUGLEY AND ADOPTED BY THE COUNCIL:
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A Resolution (430-16) ? Whereas, the Columbus Consolidated Government
is pleased to be a part of the efforts to increase prosperity, reduce poverty
and improve the quality of life for a stronger, more vibrant Greater Columbus
Georgia Region by 2025.
Councilor Thomas made a motion to approve the resolution. Seconded by
Councilor Huff and carried unanimously by those nine members of Council
present, with Councilor Woodson being absent from the meeting.
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A Resolution (431-16) ? Authorizing to accept a donation of consulting
services and technology from Rubicon Global, LLC, for a municipal waste data
pilot project, for services valued at four hundred forty-three thousand, eight
hundred eighty dollars and zero cents ($443,880.00); and authorizing approval
to enter into any appropriate agreement(s) for participation in the waste data
pilot project; and for other purposes.
Councilor Henderson made a motion to approve the resolution. Seconded by
Councilor Barnes and carried unanimously by those nine members of Council
present, with Councilor Woodson being absent from the meeting.
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A Resolution (432-16) ? Authorizing the City Manager to enter into a
project framework agreement with the Georgia Department of Transportation for
the Mott's Green Plaza (monument & rehabilitation).
Mayor Pro Tem Turner Pugh made a motion to approve the ordinance. Seconded
by Councilor Allen and carried unanimously by those nine members of Council
present, with Councilor Woodson being absent from the meeting.
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A Resolution(433-16) ? Authorizing the City Manager to enter into a
project framework agreement with the Georgia Department of Transportation for
the new Infantry Road and extension of the Follow Me Trail.
Councilor Henderson made a motion to approve the resolution. Seconded by
Councilor Allen and carried unanimously by those nine members of Council
present, with Councilor Woodson being absent from the meeting.
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A Resolution (434-16) ? Authorizing the acceptance of a deed to that
portion of Fashionata Drive located in Section Three, Old Town on behalf of
Columbus, Georgia.
Councilor Henderson made a motion to approve the resolution. Seconded by
Councilor Allen and carried unanimously by those nine members of Council
present, with Councilor Woodson being absent from the meeting.
A Resolution(435-16) ? Authorizing the Solicitor General to accept a
VOCA Grant award of $70,593 and approve funding of $5,287 from the five percent
crime victim surcharge fund to operate the Solicitor General?s Victim Witness
Assistance Program from October 1, 2016 to September 30, 2017. Amend the multi
governmental fund 92160 to reflect these revenue and expense.
Councilor Allen made a motion to approve the resolution. Seconded by Mayor
Pro Tem Turner Pugh and carried unanimously by those nine members of Council
present, with Councilor Woodson being absent from the meeting.
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THE FOLLOWING THREE PURCHASING RESOLUTIONS WERE SUBMITTED AND EXPLAINED BY
CITY MANAGER HUGLEY AND ADOPTED BY THE COUNCIL:
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A Resolution(436-16) ? Authorizing the execution of an annual contract
for the purchase of security cameras and accessories for buses, on an ?as
needed? basis, from UTC Fire & Security Americas Corporation, Inc. During the
first year, Metra estimates spending approximately $8,000.00 to purchase
security cameras and accessories to be installed on transit buses.
Councilor Davis made a motion to approve the resolution. Seconded by
Councilor Huff and carried unanimously by those nine members of Council
present, with Councilor Woodson being absent from the meeting.
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A Resolution (437-16) ? Authorizing the purchase of one-hundred (100)
Maxsur/Shield/IV Body Worn Cameras, from Maxsur, LLC (Liberty Hill, TX) in the
amount of $299.98 per unit, for a total cost of $29,998.00.
Mayor Pro Tem Turner Pugh made a motion to approve the resolution.
Seconded by Councilor Huff and carried unanimously by those nine members of
Council present, with Councilor Woodson being absent from the meeting.
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A Resolution(438-16) ? Authorizing the purchase of fencing materials and
related supplies from Georgia Fence Wholesale, Inc. (Columbus, GA), for the
estimated annual contract value of $64,389.20. The items will be purchased by
the Public Works Department on an ?as needed? basis, and used for maintenance
of City fences.
Councilor Davis made a motion to approve the resolution. Seconded by Mayor
Pro Tem Turner Pugh and carried unanimously by those nine members of Council
present, with Councilor Woodson being absent from the meeting.
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THE FOLLOWING NINE PURCHASING RESOLUTIONS WERE ALSO SUBMITTED AND
EXPLAINED BY CITY MANAGER HUGLEY AND ADOPTED BY THE COUNCIL PURSUANT TO THE
ADOPTION OF A SINGLE MOTION MADE BY COUNCILOR ALLEN AND SECONDED BY MAYOR PRO
TEM TURNER PUGH WHICH CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY BY THOSE NINE MEMBERS OF COUNCIL
PRESENT, WITH COUNCILOR WOODSON BEING ABSENT FROM THE MEETING:
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A Resolution (439-16) ? Authorizing the purchase of three (3)
mobile/automatic license plate readers with associated equipment and one-year
warranty, from Madden and Associates (Braselton, GA), in the amount of
$61,455.00. The purchase will be accomplished by cooperative purchasing via
GSA Federal Contract, Schedule 84, Contract #GS-07F-0004Y.
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A Resolution (440-16) ? Authorizing payment to Tyler Technologies
(Dallas, TX) for the annual maintenance and technical support of the iasWorld
and Oracle software system in the approximate amount of $191,815.00 for the
period covering December 1, 2016 through November 30, 2017. Approval is also
requested to approve payment for the annual maintenance and support for
subsequent years, including cost increases for all aspects of the system, which
will be budgeted in the appropriate fiscal years.
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A Resolution (441-16) ? Authorizing the purchase of the following
ambulances and equipment from Ten-8 Fire and Safety (Forsythe, GA) for the
total amount of $541,945.00.
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A Resolution(442-16) ? Authorizing the City Manager to execute a
Supplement Lease, under the GMA Direct Lease Program, for the purchase of two
(2) Braun 2017 Ford F-350 ambulances with loose equipment, for the total amount
of $541,945.00, as cited in the resolution above.
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A Resolution (443-16) ? Authoring the purchase of three (3) Elgin
Crosswind street sweepers from Environmental Products of Florida d/b/a
Environmental Products of Georgia (Atlanta, GA) in the amount of $224,248.00
each, for a total amount of $672,744.00, via Georgia Statewide Contract
#99999-SPD-0000102-0010. Additionally, it is also requested that Council
approve payment of the annual turnkey maintenance in the amount of $13,200.00
per unit for a total amount of $39,600.00 for the three (3) units. As an
option, it is requested that Council authorize the execution of the Dealer?s
Buy-Back agreement, to purchase the sweepers at the end of the lease, in the
event this action is in the best interest of the City.
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A Resolution (444-16) ? Authorizing the City Manager to execute a
Supplement Lease under the GMA Direct Lease Program, for the purchase of three
(3) Elgin Crosswind street sweepers, for the total amount of $672,744.00, as
cited in the resolution above.
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A Resolution (445-16) ? Authorizing payment to Diamond Drugs, Inc.,
(Pittsburgh, PA), in the amount of $83,408.85, for pharmacy services utilized
for inmates at the Muscogee County Jail. This payment will cover services
provided during the month of October through mid-November.
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A Resolution (446-16) ? Authorizing payment to FireLine, Inc. (Winder,
GA) in the amount of $18,799.00 for repairs required for an E-One Fire
Apparatus.
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A Resolution (447-16) ? Authorizing a 60-month lease contract for one (1)
Ricoh Pro C5110S Production Solution printer from Ricoh Corporation (West
Caldwell, NJ). The cost includes: $15,000.00 initial down payment, monthly
lease cost of $1,100.20 per month, as well as, .0089 per black and white copy
and .048 per color copy billed quarterly, and a $1.00 buyout at the end of the
lease. The purchase will be accomplished by cooperative purchasing via U. S.
Commodities contract number 4400003732.
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ADD-ON RESOLUTION:
A Resolution (448-16) ? To approve a renewed GSAR Memorandum of
Agreement with the City of Columbus and the Georgia Emergency Management Agency.
Mayor Pro Tem Turner Pugh moved the adoption of the resolution. Seconded
by Councilor Allen and carried unanimously by those nine members of Council
present, with Councilor Woodson being absent from the meeting.
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THE FOLLOWING PRESENTATIONS AND UPDATES WERE PROVIDED ON THE CITY
MANAGER?S AGENDA: _____ __
Ms. Angelica Alexander, Finance Director came forward to present the Mayor
and Council with an update on the fund balance.
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CLERK OF COUNCIL?S AGENDA:
THE FOLLOWING ITEMS WERE SUBMITTED BY CLERK OF COUNCIL WASHINGTON AS
INFORMATION TO THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL:
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(1) Memorandum from Clerk of Council Washington, Re: Airport Commission.
(2) Memorandum from Clerk of Council Washington, Re: CCG-TV Holiday Message
Schedule.
(3) Biographical sketch of Chris Badcock, one of the nominees submitted by the
Airport Commission for the seat that he is currently occupying on the
commission.
(4) Biographical sketch of Don Cook, one of the nominees submitted by the
Airport Commission for the seat of Chris Badcock on the commission.
(5) Biographical sketch of Jayne Govar, one of the nominees submitted by the
Republican Party for the seat of U.D. Roberts on the Board of Elections &
Registration.
(6) Biographical sketch of Beth Harris, one of the nominees submitted by the
Republican Party for the seat of U.D. Roberts on the Board of Elections &
Registration.
(7) Biographical sketch of Tana McHale, one of the nominees submitted by the
Airport Commission for the seat of Chris Badcock on the commission.
(8) Biographical sketch of Barbara Pierce, Councilor Barnes? nominee for the
seat of Billy Watson on the Board of Honor.
(9) Biographical sketch of Tolua Puailoa, Councilor Barnes? nominee for the
seat of Judith Lopez on the Board of Family & Children Services.
(10) Biographical sketch of U.D. Roberts, one of the nominees submitted by the
Republican Party for his seat on the Board of Elections & Registration.
(11) Certificate of Need Application from Midtown Medical Center, for
renovation and expansion of the John B. Amos Cancer Center.
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BOARD OF TAX ASSESSORS:
Email correspondence from Corey Jones, on the passing of Larry Dixon, who
served on the Board of Tax Assessors.
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MINUTES OF THE FOLLOWING BOARDS WERE SUBMITTED BY CLERK OF COUNCIL
WASHINGTON AND OFFICIALLY RECEIVED BY THE COUNCIL:
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Board of Health, August 24 & October 26, 2016.
Board of Historical and Architectural Review, October 11, 2016.
Board of Tax Assessors, 38-16, 39-16 & 40-16.
Councilor Allen made a motion that these minutes be received. Seconded by
Mayor Pro Tem Turner Pugh and carried unanimously by those nine members of
Council present, with Councilor Woodson being absent from the
meeting.
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NOMINATIONS AND/OR CONFIRMATION OF BOARD MEMBERS WERE MADE TO THE
FOLLOWING BOARDS BY THE COUNCIL OF COLUMBUS, GEORGIA:
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AIRPORT COMMISSION:
Chris Badcock___________
Don Cook______________
Tana McHale ___________
(Chris Badcock) SD-29
Eligible to succeed himself
(Council?s Apptmt.)
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BOARD OF ELECTIONS & REGISTRATION:
Jayne Govar_____________
Beth Harris______________
U.D. Roberts_____________
(U.D. Roberts) SD-29
Republican Party
Eligible to succeed himself
(Council?s Apptmt.)
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BOARD OF FAMILY & CHILDREN SERVICES:
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(Judith Lopez) SD-29
Resigned
(Council?s Apptmt.)
*Councilor Barnes is nomination Tolua Puailoa.
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BOARD OF HONOR:
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(Billy Watson) SD-15
Eligible to succeed himself
(Council?s Apptmt.)
*Not interested in serving another term.
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CIVIC CENTER ADVISORY BOARD:
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(Shondwella Ellis) SD-15
District 5
Seat declared vacant.
(Council?s Apptmt.)
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(Jim Irwin) SD-15
District 7
Not eligible to succeed himself
(Council?s Apptmt.)
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COLUMBUS AQUATICS COMMISSION:
Sally Bradley (Councilor Davis? nominee)
(Bobby Howard)
Decline Appointment
(Council?s Apptmt.)
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COOPERATIVE EXTENSION ADVISORY BOARD:
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(Mattie Washington) SD-15
Eligible to succeed herself
(Council?s Apptmt.)
*Not interested in serving another term.
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PUBLIC SAFETY ADVISORY COMMISSION:
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(Laverne Brown) SD-15
District 3
Resigned
(Council?s Apptmt.)
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RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD:
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(Jeff Battles) SD-29
Muscogee County School District
Eligible to succeed himself
(Council?s Apptmt.)
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(Gary O. Bruce) SD-29
District 2
Resigned
(Council?s Apptmt.)
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VALLEY PARTNERSHIP JOINT DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY:
Monte Galbraith (Councilor Thomas? nominee)
Dhan Parekh (Councilor Davis? nominee)
(Tyler Townsend) SD-29
Resigned
(Council?s Apptmt.)
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EXECUTIVE SESSION:
Mayor Tomlinson entertained a motion to go into executive session to
discuss a litigation matter. Councilor Allen made a motion to go into
executive session to discuss a litigation matter. Seconded by Mayor Pro Tem
Turner Pugh and carried unanimously by those eight members of Council present,
with Councilor Huff being absent for the vote and Woodson being absent from the
meeting.
At 8:27 p.m., the Council adjourned its meeting to go into executive
session. At 8:56 p.m., the meeting was reconvened.
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After the conclusion of the executive session and the meeting was called
back to order, Mayor Tomlinson called on City Attorney Fay to present a
resolution to the Council.
THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS THEN SUBMITTED TO THE COUNCIL BY CITY
ATTORNEY FAY AND THEN ADOPTED BY THE COUNCIL: _____
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A Resolution (449-16) ? Whereas, this Council previously approved and
authorized independent law firms and Expert Discovery, LLC to conduct
preliminary audit with respect to the collection and remittance of 911charges
owed to Columbus Consolidated Government.
Councilor Thomas made a motion. Seconded by Councilor Allen and carried
unanimously by those eight members of Council present, with Councilor Huff
being absent for the vote and Woodson being absent from the meeting.
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With there being no other business to come before the Council, Councilor
Allen made a motion for adjournment. Seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Turner Pugh and
carried unanimously by those eight members of Council present, with Councilor
Henderson having already left and Councilor Woodson being absent from the
meeting, with the time being 8:57p.m.
Tiny B. Washington, MMC
Clerk of Council
The Council of Columbus, Georgia
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