CITY MANAGER'S AGENDA
12/16/2008
I. HOTEL/MOTEL TAX:
Authorization is requested of a resolution requesting the Georgia General
Assembly to pass local legislation to implement a hotel/motel excise tax at a
rate of 8 (eight) percent in Columbus, Georgia to be effective July 1, 2009
pursuant to O.C.G.A. Section 48-13-51(b). This would increase the current tax
rate from 7 percent to 8 percent. An agenda report and resolution are
attached.
II. STREET TREE MASTER PLAN:
Authorization is requested for the adoption of the Street Tree Master Plan. An
agenda report, map and resolution are attached.
III. OXBOW MEADOWS PARK:
Authorization is requested to proceed with the development of the Oxbow Meadows
Park, a 1999 Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax Project, in accordance with
the Oxbow Master Plan developed by Jordan, Jones & Goulding and presented to
Mayor and Council on December 9, 2008. An agenda report, resolution and maps
are attached.
IV. PROPERTY ACQUISITION - GRAND OAKS TRAILER PARK, 405, 425, 450, 453 and 455
BRENNAN ROAD:
Authorization is requested for the purchase of property consisting of 17.00
acres +/- in the Enterprise Zone at 405 Brennan Road, 425 Brennan Road, 450
Brennan Road, 453 Brennan Road, and 455 Brennan Road for future development.
An agenda report, resolution and maps are attached.
V. PROBATION SERVICES AGREEMENT - JUDICIAL ALTERNATIVES OF GEORGIA, INC.:
Authorization is requested for the Chief State Court Judge to enter into a
contract with Judicial Alternatives of Georgia, Inc., for probation services.
An agenda report and resolution are attached.
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VI. MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING (MOU) - RIVERWALK AMENDMENT:
Authorization is requested to amend the Memorandum of Understanding with Eagle
and Phenix Ventures, LLC. and Uptown Columbus for the completion of
streetscapes along 10th Street from Front Avenue to Bay Avenue. An agenda
report, MOU and resolution are attached.
VII. U. S. ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY - SKYLINE INITIATIVE GRANT:
Authorization is requested to submit an application and if approved accept up
to $125,000 from the U. S. Environmental Protection Agency for a Sustainable
Skylines Initiatives Grant to develop locally-led activities to help reduce
emission and promote sustainability with the goal of cleaner and healthier
air. An agenda report and resolution are attached.
VIII. GEORGIA HOMELAND SECURITY/GEMA GRANT - RADIO SYSTEM:
Authorization is requested to submit an application and if approved accept a
$3,343,000 Homeland Security Grant from Georgia Homeland Security/GEMA to add
two new P-25 digital radio channels to the Columbus Regional Radio System. An
agenda report and resolution are attached.
IX. PURCHASES:
Approval is requested of items "A" thru "D":
A. Change Order Two - Columbus Skate Park
B. 16' Utility Trailers
C. 25-Yard Refuse Collection Bodies
D. Emergency Construction Services
X. PRESENTATION/BRIEFING:
There will be a presentation on the monthly Finance Update and a briefing on
the Alcohol Ordinance.
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Bid Advertisements
(Scheduled bid opening dates)
December 17, 2008
1. Perforated Steel Benches ? PQ No. 09-0004
Scope of RFB
Provide twenty (20) eight-foot (8?) perforated steel benches with back and
surface mount design. Metra Transit Systems will use the benches to replace
worn out benches throughout the City and to add benches to new route locations.
December 19, 2008
1. Consulting Services for Employee Benefit Plan (Annual Contract) ? RFP No.
09-0011
Scope of RFP
Columbus Consolidated Government is evaluating the option of selecting a
benefits management firms to strategically plan, broker, implement, and support
our employee benefits programs. Contract term shall be for two years with the
option to renew for three additional twelve-month periods. The option to renew
will be contingent upon the mutual agreement of the City and the contractor.
January 7, 2009
1. Trailer Mounted 6? Water Pump ? RFB No. 09-0025
Scope of RFB
Trailer Mounted Wacker PT 6LT (or equal) 6? water pump to be used by the Public
Services Department Rainwater Division at job sites throughout Muscogee County.
2. Cab & Chassis for Recycling Collection Body ? RFB No. 09-0024
Scope of RFB
Provide one (1) cab & chassis for recycling collection body to be used
by the Recycling
Division.
January 9, 2009
1. Moving & Storage Services (Re-Bid) (Annual Contract) ? RFP No. 09-0013
Scope of RFP
Provide Columbus Consolidated Government, Community Reinvestment Department
with moving and storage services, on an as needed base, to temporarily relocate
residents under the Homeowner Rehabilitation Assistance Program. Contract term
shall be for two years with the option to renew for three (3) additional
twelve-month periods.
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Bid Advertisements
(Scheduled bid opening dates)
January 16, 2009
1. Course Instructors for the Department of Human Resources, Learning
Center (Per-Course Contract)
Scope of RFP
Provide Human Resources, Learning Center with instructors in various
training modules to employees interested in growing and developing their
skills within the Columbus Consolidated Government. The initial term of this
contract shall be on a per-course basis, up to one year, with the option to
renew for one additional year. Contract renewal will be contingent upon the
mutual agreement of the City and the Contractor(s).
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