MINUTES
COUNCIL OF COLUMBUS, GEORGIA
REGULAR MEETING
JANUARY 17, 2006
The regular weekly meeting of the Council of Columbus, Georgia was called
to order at 9:03 A.M., Tuesday, January 17, 2006, 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 R. Gary Allen, Wayne Anthony, Berry Henderson, Julius H.
Hunter, Jr., Charles E. McDaniel, Jr., Evelyn Turner Pugh and Nathan Suber.
City Manager Isaiah Hugley, City Attorney Clifton Fay and Deputy Clerk of
Council Sandra Davis were also present. Councilor Evelyn Woodson took her seat
at 9:05 a.m.
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ABSENT: Councilor Glenn Davis was absent but was officially excused by
Resolution Number 24-06. Clerk of Council Tiny B. Washington was also absent.
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INVOCATION: Offered by Pastor Rich Gallagher, Student Ministry?s Pastor- Solid
Rock Assembly of God.
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PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Led by students from Wynnton Arts Academy.
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DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. HOLIDAY OBSERVANCE:
Mayor Poydasheff said that many celebrated the life of Dr. Martin Luther
King, Jr. on yesterday. He prayed that we carry in our heart the mandate that
God gave us to love God with all of our mind, heart, soul and body, as well as,
loving our neighbors as ourselves.
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MINUTES: Minutes of the January 10, 2006 meeting of the Council of the
Consolidated Government of Columbus, Georgia was submitted and approved upon
the adoption of a motion made by Mayor Pro Tem Rodgers and seconded by
Councilor Allen, which carried unanimously by those nine members of Council
present for this meeting.
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CITY ATTORNEY?S AGENDA:
WITH MEMBERS OF THE COLUMBUS CHAPTER OF THE SOCIETY FOR HUMAN RESOURCES
MANAGEMENT AT THE COUNCIL TABLE, THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS SUBMITTED BY CITY
ATTORNEY FAY AND READ IN ITS ENTIRETY BY COUNCILOR ANTHONY AND WAS ADOPTED BY
THE
COUNCIL:
A Resolution (17-06) - Commending and congratulating the Columbus Chapter
of the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) upon receipt of the
Pinnacle Award. Councilor Anthony moved its adoption. Seconded by Councilor
Suber and carried unanimously by those nine members present for this meeting.
Councilor Anthony provided some background information on the organization
and its significance. He pointed out that there are 600 Chapters of the
Society for Human Resource Management in the United States. He explained that
each year the society recognizes six of the most outstanding Chapters in the
United States. He said that the Columbus Chapter was selected as one of the
best six and we want to recognize this extraordinary achievement.
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PROCLAMATION:
?NATIONAL TAX ADVICE DAY?:
With Ms. Sonja Giles, H&R Block, standing at the Council table, Councilor
Suber read Mayor Poydasheff?s proclamation, proclaiming January 17, 2006 as,
?National Tax Advice Day?, in Columbus, Georgia.
Mayor Poydasheff advised that Mr. George Jeter, who is the retired Vice
President of AFLAC, was with the Internal Revenue Service and he was a young
captain. He said that we started a program that is now worldwide with the
Department of the Army, where all soldiers are entitled to tax advice, and we
trained the trainers; that was started in 1961.
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CITY ATTORNEY?S AGENDA:
AT THE REQUEST OF COUNCILOR HUNTER, THE FOLLOWING ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE
ZONING ATLAS OF COLUMBUS, GEORGIA WAS SUBMITTED BY CITY ATTORNEY FAY AND
APPROVED ON SECOND READING:
An Ordinance (06-5) - Rezoning property located at 1600 Blanchard
Boulevard is proposed for rezoning from LMI (Light Manufacturing/Industrial)
District to GC (General Commercial) District. (67-A-05-Hardman) Councilor
McDaniel moved its adoption. Seconded by Councilor Suber and carried
unanimously by those nine members present for this meeting.
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Note: See Below for the continuation of the City Attorney?s Agenda.
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CLERK OF COUNCIL?S AGENDA:
AT THE REQUEST OF COUNCILOR SUBER, THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS CALLED
UPON AS THE NEXT ORDER OF BUSINESS AND WAS SUBMITTED BY DEPUTY CLERK OF COUNCIL
DAVIS AND APPROVED BY THE
COUNCIL:
A Resolution (18-06) - Authorizing a Special Exception Use to operate a
church in excess of 250 seats at 1600 Blanchard Boulevard. Councilor Suber
moved its adoption. Seconded by Councilor Hunter and carried unanimously by
those nine members present for this meeting.
Bishop Ann Hardman- Pastor of Faith Worship Center International,
approached the rostrum to thank the Mayor and Council for the opportunity to
return to our community to serve.
Councilor Anthony expressed gratitude for the church and for what they are
doing in the community and for young people. Councilor Woodson also expressed
her thanks to Bishop Hardman for choosing Columbus South.
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CITY ATTORNEY?S AGENDA:
THE FOLLOWING ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE ZONING ATLAS OF COLUMBUS, GEORGIA WAS
SUBMITTED BY CITY ATTORNEY FAY AND WAS ADOPTED BY THE COUNCIL ON SECOND
READING:
An Ordinance (06-6) - Rezoning property located at 7601 River Road is
proposed for rezoning from RE1 (Residential Estate 1) District to GC (General
Commercial) District. (65-A-05-Cummings) Councilor Suber moved its adoption.
Seconded by Councilor Henderson and carried unanimously by those nine members
present for this meeting.
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ZONING PUBLIC HEARINGS:
THE FOLLOWING ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE ZONING ATLAS OF COLUMBUS, GEORGIA WAS
SUBMITTED BY CITY ATTORNEY FAY AND WAS DELAYED ON FIRST READING FOR TWO
WEEKS:
An Ordinance - Rezoning property located at 8050 Whitesville Road is
proposed for rezoning from SFR2 (Single Family Residential 2) District to SFR4
(Single Family Residential 4) District. (68-CA-05-Cummings Group, LLC)
Councilor Henderson said that Councilor Davis had contacted him and at his
request, he would offer a motion to continue first reading in two weeks.
Seconded by Councilor Allen.
Councilor Turner Pugh asked why the petitioners wanted to go from SFR2 to
SFR 4, because this is a difference of 4,000 sq. ft. in the lot size.
PROPONENTS & OPPONENTS:
Mr. David Cummings, came forward to advise that he is the petitioner, but
he would allow Mr. Chris Eckel of the developers- Key Stone Property to respond
to questions.
Mr. Chris Eckel, Key Stone Property, called attention to property that
adjoins this property that is SFR4 and we are seeking a continuation off that
property. He said that we are looking for SFR4, but we are trying to go for a
hybrid type of zoning as we are meeting the requirement for lot widths as SFR
3. He said that we could not get the total square footage with lot depth to
make it SFR3. He explained that from the front view, it would have the
appearance of a SFR3 neighborhood but would not have the backyard size to allow
it to do that.
Councilor Turner Pugh recalled that the property that is SFR4 cannot be
accessed from Whitesville Road and is accessed from Williams Road; therefore,
it would not be a continuation of that piece of property. She then expressed
her concerns with going from SFR2 to SFR4.
Mr. Eckel called attention to the mature tree growth on this piece of
property. He explained that in order to keep that and develop around that,
this is the plan that we came up with to best utilize this property to preserve
the home and as many trees as possible.
Mayor Poydasheff asked City Attorney Fay that since that home was built in
the 19th Century is it Georgia Law that demands certain consideration for
houses over 50 years old? City Attorney Fay advised that if the house has been
designated it would be, but Mr. Eckel said that he does not believe that the
house has been designated.
At the request of Councilor Henderson, Mr. Eckel used various photographs
to illustrate the areas where the trees would be undisturbed. At this time,
Mayor Poydasheff asked the viewing audience how many were present in opposition
to this rezoning request, at which time, no one present expressed any
opposition.
In response to Councilor Henderson on a suggestion to add a condition to
maintain an undisturbed buffer, Mr. Eckel responded by saying 15 feet as a
mandatory on any lot going around there would be agreeable to him.
Councilor Henderson said as this transitions from SFR4 to SFR2, which is
kind of a leap, to bring it all the way down to the SFR2 when everything around
there is SFR3. He maintained that 6,000 sq. ft. lots are basically zero lot
lines, and Mr. Callen mentioned that the other option was patio homes and this
would be close to patio homes. As far as the traffic is concerned, Councilor
Henderson pointed out that with all of the development taking place along
Whitesville Road, it makes it more difficult to bear an additional 23 lots on
five acres. Mr. Callen advised that he would have to come up the middle part
of the property and tear down the house and the trees we are trying to save.
Councilor Allen expressed his concerns with traffic and curb cuts. He
said that within 700 ft., it appears that the petitioner would be adding two
curb cuts. Mr. Callen pointed out that on Lot 18 where the current drive is
now, it would be taken out leaving one entrance into there. He said that we
put that on the other side as well, because right down the road is the entrance
to Twin Chapel.
Mr. Callen then responded to questions from Councilor Suber regarding the
difference in the SFR2 and SFR3. Councilor Suber also asked him to explain why
he had not considered SFR3, Mr. Callen then reiterated his concerns with
rezoning this property to SFR3. Mr. Callen explained that the house price now
would be in the range of $230,000. and up, but to go to a smaller lot, we would
have to build a $300,000. lot to do that. He added that the houses are going
to be 1800 to 2100 sq. ft.
Mayor Pro Tem Rodgers said that this is a good project. He said that it
is a unique concept, the design is good and the number of houses is not
intrusive. He then asked what kind of agreement could be reached to insure
that the trees would remain. Using the projector to display the aerial view of
the property, Mr. Eckel pointed out the areas where the trees are located.
Mayor Poydasheff then called attention to the motion to delay the first
reading for two weeks, which carried unanimously by those nine members present
for this meeting.
Councilor Suber asked how many people in the audience were opposed to the
rezoning request, at which time, no one present at the meeting responded to the
comment.
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THE FOLLOWING ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE ZONING ATLAS OF COLUMBUS, GEORGIA WAS
SUBMITTED BY CITY ATTORNEY FAY AND A PUBLIC HEARING WAS HELD AS
ADVERTISED:
An Ordinance - Rezoning property located at 5521 & 5533 Holland Drive is
proposed for rezoning from SFR1 (Single Family Residential 2) District to SFR2
(Single Family Residential 2) District. (69-CA-05-Hewitt)
Mr. Robert McKenna, representing Mr. Sam Hewitt, regarding this rezoning
request. Mr. McKenna provided some information regarding the project by
stating that we are looking at about 22 home sites on an 8.5 acre tract of
land. He said that the price would be about $250,000. and up. He described
the homes as being brick with access off Holland Drive.
Councilor Allen said, as he understands it, the reason it was denied by
the Planning Advisory Commission was because of the impact on schools.
Councilor Allen asked about the number of homes that could be constructed. Mr.
McKenna explained that there are 23 lots with one being used as a detention.
Mr. McKenna then corrected his previous statement by saying that two lots
possibly would be used as a detention. He advised that under the current
zoning, we could get 16 to 17 home sites.
Mr. McKenna was then asked by Councilor Allen to explain the reason for
the 23 home sites versus retaining the current number, at which time, Mr.
McKenna said that it comes down to the economics of the project. He also
explained that with 23 home sites this brings down the price of the home and
the development cost. In response to another question of Councilor Allen
regarding the plan to drain the lake completely and fill in the area for
development, Mr. McKenna agreed with the statement.
OPPONENTS:
Ms. Jo Hannans, 5604 Holland Drive, came forward and made mention of a
petition that contained over 100 names of neighbors who oppose this rezoning.
(A copy of the petition was not submitted for the record.) She expressed
concerns in that her property would be devalued if this project were approved.
She mentioned the differences in the proposed new homes versus the homes that
exist on Holland Drive now, and the incorrect report, which reads that the
existing homes average 2,000 sq. ft. and have a small lot. She determined that
the exiting homes sit on several acres with most homes having a minimum of
one-acre lots. She questioned the problems that would exist for the new
homeowners with the lake being filled in but the numerous springs still
present. She also called attention to the construction activities that would
occur in the area.
Councilor Henderson advised the neighbors that the developers could
continue to drain the lake and could probably fit between 17 & 18 home sites on
that property right now under the present zoning. He said that the opportunity
for the neighbors and this zoning process is to try to implement conditions and
protection clauses in there to lessen the impact on the neighbors.
Mr. Jeff Meyers, Wind Burn Avenue, approached the rostrum to express his
opposition to the proposed rezoning because of the traffic concerns and the
seriousness of the water runoff onto this property. He said that there are
three ditches or natural springs coming off of Ms. Childers? property on the
right side. He pointed out specific problems with water run off and the
potential for flooding these proposed homes. He said that there is a downward
motion on that street all the way down to Holland Drive; therefore, all of that
water is not going to go into those drains but into the yards of property
owners.
Mayor Poydasheff asked the petitioner if they had an opportunity to meet
with the residents in the area. He then strongly recommended that they do so
in an effort to answer some of the questions raised by the neighbors.
Councilor Suber said that this is why we have engineers when the plot plan is
being constructed; it is the responsibility of the developer to make sure that
there is no water runoff. He said that we have talked about stiffening our
ordinance so that people would not be penalized from water situations;
therefore, the City Engineers should be able to answer the questions presented
by Mr. Meyers.
Councilor Allen said that Mr. Meyers is about the third person he has
talked to that says that the lake is being spring fed, and if this is the case,
then he would like to hear from the petitioner to find out how he is going to
handle that water. Mr. Meyers advised that there are numerous springs feeding
into this area. He described the springs in the backyard of his mother?s
property, which constantly stays wet. He said that the greatest risk would
come when we have heavy down pours. He said that serious water is going to be
coming onto this property and damaging these new homes.
Mr. Rick Jones, Transportation Planning, came forward to address the
questions regarding the staff report, which reads, ?The property does not lie
within a floodway and floodplain area?. Councilor Allen added that some people
are saying that the lake is spring fed. Mr. Jones replied that things of this
nature are addressed during the construction process in terms of looking at
engineering plans. He said that we require them to submit that and certify it
back to us that they are going to control any runoff or any ground water
problems in the area. Councilor Allen requested that the staff visit the area
to determine if there are any springs.
Councilor Turner Pugh suggested that there should be some type of
stipulation on drainage in the rezoning. She recalls that we are receiving
more rezoning requests in areas where there was an existing lake or pond. She
said the developer would cover the lake up and build a house on top of it, and
we don?t know anything about it upfront so it is not addressed; we hear about
these matters after the fact. Mr. Jones said the only way that he knows to
address that is to require the developer to come in with a full set of
construction plans, which is an expensive proposition to the developer.
City Manager Hugley stated that we could not require a full blown drainage
plan at the point of bringing forth a request for rezoning, because there are
no guarantees that the rezoning is going to occur. He said that we could have
our city engineers look at the particular rezoning when we know that a lake or
something exist on the property. He said that we could state in some
conditions on what we might be requiring in advance knowing that after the
process and the zoning is permitted; then, all of the details would be brought
out at that point. He said that we would not require that they go through the
expense and bring that forward to the Council; then, the rezoning doesn?t
occur, and we would have put them through an undo expense.
Mayor Pro Tem Rodgers said that we do in our engineering ordinances have
the protection that is required for these people, because technically, a
building permit cannot be issued until our engineering department signs off on
the proper drainage system to make sure that there is no more runoff from that
property before any construction begins. City Manager Hugley agreed with the
statements made by Mayor Pro Tem Rodgers.
Mayor Pro Tem Rodgers added there are always water problems. He commented
on the area he resides in and the number of springs in the area. He said most
of the neighbors, and himself, have French drains in the yard, but it has
nothing to do with runoff, because it is groundwater. He said that the area is
not recognized as a flood zone; therefore, he does not know what we could do,
if anything, to prevent something like that.
In reference to statements made by Mayor Pro Tem Rodgers, City Manager
Hugley agreed that the developer is required to have a drainage plan to acquire
the building permit; however, when they sell off those individual lots is where
we have experienced problems. He stated that Councilor Turner Pugh has asked
the staff to bring forward an ordinance that would deal with individual lot
plans, which is forthcoming. He briefly spoke of his meeting with the
developers and builders to let them know that we are preparing an ordinance to
deal with individual lot plans.
Mayor Poydasheff asked City Attorney Fay to research the legality of
requiring protective devices such as, a French drain be installed on each lot.
City Attorney Fay said that it would not be appropriate here with a condition
for a subdivision with a site plan. He added that the Council could add onto
this rezoning ?a drainage plan for the property subject to rezoning shall be
submitted to the satisfaction of the City engineer?. City Manager Hugley
pointed out that even if that were done, it would be for that entire site and
not for individual lots if the developer sells off a lot.
In response to a question of Councilor Woodson, City Manager Hugley
explained that if a developer sells lots to several different builders, at that
point, it becomes an individual lot. He pointed out that the builder that
purchased one or two lots would not have to come in for a drainage plan.
Councilor Suber asked the developer if he would be willing to consider any
conditions that protect the current neighbors and potential homeowners against
flooding. Mr. McKenna said that it is going to depend on what types of
conditions are being referred to. He pointed out that we are here because of a
zoning matter and not the engineering of the whole development. When Councilor
Suber posed the question again to Mr. Sammie Hewitt, he responded by saying
absolutely.
City Attorney Fay advised that the condition that is in the ordinance now
refers to the site plan, which shows the detention ponds, but there is not a
specific condition on drainage plan. Mr. McKenna pointed out that we have to
provide a drainage plan to Engineering anyway.
Councilor Suber then asked Mr. Hewitt if he was willing to make a
commitment that he is not going to sell these lots off, and that he would be
the only developer there. Mr. Sammie Hewitt, agreed with this statement.
Councilor McDaniel expressed some concerns with making this a condition. City
Attorney Fay said that we normally don?t get into property ownership; we cannot
restrict his ability to transfer title on a lot. Mayor Poydasheff suggested
that we hold off on this condition until the January 31, 2006 Council Meeting.
Councilor Henderson raised some discussion regarding the trees that would
remain on the property. He then asked City Attorney Fay if a developer submits
all of the required engineering permits and are held responsible for adhering
to storm water runoff and water mitigation plan, when does the developers?
responsibility end when he sells the lot. City Attorney Fay advised that there
could be some joint responsibility.
At this time, Mr. Hewitt responded to several questions from Councilor
Allen regarding the natural drainage of the lake. Mayor Pro Tem Rodgers asked
if something like this could be conveyed in the warranty deed from the
developer to subsequent individual builders within a subdivision that as part
of the warranty deed that they accept it with the understanding that they will
not alter the original drainage plan. City Attorney Fay advised that it could
be done with a restrictive covenant. Mr. McKenna agreed to putting a
restrictive covenant in their convenance that their grading plan cannot be
changed without the approval of the developer; therefore, if they do sell the
lot to another builder who wants to come in and change the grading; they would
have to come back through the developer.
Councilor Anthony asked about where the responsibility lies when a citizen
has water problems and has to go up against a developer and the penalties for
developers who violate the drainage plan. Mayor Poydasheff said that the City
is out of it, because it becomes a private transaction. City Attorney Fay
advised that the developer could be cited for violations.
Ms. Linda Stalsenmuller, 5502 Holland Drive, came forward to express her
opposition to the rezoning request due to the traffic, noise and the
overcrowding. She said that there would be houses built on the property, but
she hoped there would not be so many.
In conclusion of any further comments, City Attorney Fay declared that the
public hearing has been held and the second reading would be in two weeks.
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PUBLIC AGENDA:
THERE WAS NO ONE LISTED ON THE PUBLIC AGENDA.
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CITY MANAGER?S AGENDA:
THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS SUBMITTED AND EXPLAINED BY CITY MANAGER
HUGLEY AND DELAYED AT THE CITY MANAGER?S REQUEST:
A Resolution - Authorizing a request to enter into an agreement with the
Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) for an Intelligent Transportation
System.
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THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS SUBMITTED AND EXPLAINED BY CITY MANAGER
HUGLEY AND ADOPTED BY THE COUNCIL PURSUANT TO THE ADOPTION OF A SINGLE MOTION
MADE BY COUNCILOR TURNER PUGH AND SECONDED BY COUNCILOR WOODSON, WHICH CARRIED
UNANIMOUSLY BY THOSE NINE MEMBERS OF COUNCIL PRESENT FOR THIS
MEETING:
A Resolution (19-06) - Authorizing a request to enter into a Memorandum of
Understanding with the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) to accept a
transportation enhancement grant in the amount of $2 million for the
construction of the Riverwalk from the River Club to 13th Street.
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THE FOLLOWING FOUR PURCHASING RESOLUTIONS HAVING BEEN INCLUDED WITH THE
CITY MANAGER?S AGENDA WERE SUBMITTED AND EXPLAINED BY CITY MANAGER HUGLEY AND
ADOPTED BY THE COUNCIL PURSUANT TO THE ADOPTION OF A SINGLE MOTION MADE BY
COUNCILOR WOODSON AND SECONDED BY COUNCILOR ALLEN, WHICH CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY BY
THOSE NINE MEMBERS OF COUNCIL PRESENT FOR THIS
MEETING:
A Resolution (20-06) - Authorizing payment to CGI-AMS, Inc., (Fairfax,
Va), in the amount of $190,162.00 for the annual maintenance support for the
LGFS/GHRS systems.
A Resolution (21-06) - Authorizing the execution of a contract for the
rental of three-color photocopiers for the Print Shop and GIS Division from the
Overby Company at a lease cost of $.115 cents per color copy, and $ .013 cents
per black/white copy.
A Resolution (22-06) - Authorizing a service contract for fire
extinguishers on an ?as needed? basis from Columbus Fire & Safety Equipment,
Inc., for the estimated annual contract value of $30,000.00.
A Resolution (23-06) - Authorizing the purchase of three (3) cab & chassis
in the amount of $49,506.00 from Akins Ford (Winder, Ga) for the Special
Enforcement Division.
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REZONING MAPS:
Councilor Allen requested a topography map that shows the lay of the land,
creeks, streams or lakes that may appear on that land so the Council can get a
clearer picture of the rezoning request. City Manager Hugley assured that we
could pull topographies on the various rezonings and have those as part of the
staff report.
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ESCAPED FELONS:
Mayor Poydasheff reported that there are two escape felons from the jail
of Russell County, and he wanted to assure the citizens that our Police
Department is very much involved in assisting with their capture; the escapees
have not been found as of yet.
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BULL RIDING EVENT:
Councilor Henderson thanked the Police Department for their efforts in
detaining five bulls that were part of the event that had escaped, but the
Police was able to corral them.
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WHITESVILLE ROAD:
Councilor Henderson advised that there are barrels lining the narrow
roadway heading north on Whitesville Road past Williams Road. He said that at
night the barrels are still there, which makes driving that road difficult.
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CLERK OF COUNCIL?S AGENDA:
MINUTES OF THE FOLLOWING BOARDS WERE SUBMITTED BY DEPUTY CLERK OF COUNCIL
DAVIS AND OFFICIALLY RECEIVED BY THE COUNCIL:
Board of Tax Assessors, No. 01-06.
Uptown Fa?ade Board, December 19, 2005
Councilor McDaniel made a motion that these minutes be received. Seconded
by Councilor Woodson and carried unanimously by those eight members of Council
present for this meeting with Councilor Suber being absent for this vote.
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THE FOLLOWING THREE NEW ZONING PETITIONS THAT ARE RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL
BY BOTH THE PLANNING ADVISORY COMMISSION AND THE PLANNING DIVISION WERE
SUBMITTED BY DEPUTY CLERK OF COUNCIL DAVIS AND THE ORDINANCE AND PUBLIC HEARING
WERE CALLED FOR BY COUNCILOR MCDANIEL:
Petition submitted by Archie Parks to rezone approximately 1.1 acres of
property located at the rear portion of 5010 Armour Road from RO
(Residential-Office) to GC (General Commercial). (Recommended for approval by
both the Planning Advisory Commission and the Planning Division.)
(1-A-06-Parks)
Petition submitted by Larry Love to rezone approximately 5.384 acres of
property located at 1808 Blanchard Boulevard from LMI (Light Manufacturing /
Industrial) to GC (General Commercial). (Recommended for approval by both the
Planning Advisory Commission and the Planning Division.) (2-A-06-Love)
Petition submitted by Woodruff Brokerage Company to rezone approximately
257.50 total acres of property located at Veterans Parkway & Williams Road from
RE1 (Residential Estate 1) / LMI (Light Manufacturing / Industrial) / SFR1
(Single Family Residential 1) to PUD (Planned Unit Development) / SFR1 (Single
Family Residential 1). (Recommended for approval by both the Planning Advisory
Commission and the Planning Division.) (3-A-06-Woodruff Brokerage Co.)
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THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION NOT LISTED ON THE AGENDA WAS SUBMITTED BY DEPUTY
CLERK OF COUNCIL DAVIS AND APPROVED BY THE
COUNCIL:
A Resolution (24-06) - Excusing Councilor Glen Davis from the January 17,
2006 Council Meeting. Councilor Henderson moved its adoption. Seconded by
Councilor Woodson and carried unanimously by those nine members present for
this meeting.
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BOARD APPOINTMENTS:
ANIMAL CONTROL ADVISORY BOARD:
Deputy Clerk of Council Davis advised that the Clerk?s Office is assisting
in working on a nominee to replace Mr. Charles Clark.
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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMISSION:
Deputy Clerk of Council Davis advised that Mayor Pro Tem Rodgers is still
working on a nominee to replace Mr. James Wilson.
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HOSPITAL AUTHORITY OF COLUMBUS:
Deputy Clerk of Council Davis said that if the Council has no objections,
we could submit James Webster for Mr. Seth Harp?s position to close out that
nomination. She said that we would also submit the names of Mr. James Yancey
and Mr. Ralph Huling for the positions of Mr. Thomas Gurr and Mr. Robert
Kelly. She advised that these nominations would be sent to the authority.
Councilor Allen moved that the nominations be forwarded. Seconded by Councilor
McDaniel and carried unanimously by those nine members present for this
meeting.
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MEDICAL CENTER HOSPITAL AUTHORITY:
Deputy Clerk of Council Davis advised that we still need one additional
nominee for the position of Mr. David McMicken.
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RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD:
Deputy Clerk of Council Davis advised that Mr. John Coleman is the Council
District Two Representative and Ms. Jenny Holder is the Council District Eight
Representative and they both are eligible to serve another term of office.
There were no nominations.
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MR. MACK STRONG:
Councilor Hunter called attention to a recent newspaper article written by
Mr. Troy Johnson about Mr. Mack Strong. He pointed out that Mr. Mack Strong
attended Brookstone High School and went on to the University of Georgia. He
said for the past thirteen years he has been playing with the Seattle
Seahawks. He said that over the years, he has probably been the best blocking
back in the NFL. He advised that this year he was selected to the pro-bowl,
and his team next Sunday is going to be playing the NSC Championship game. He
pointed out that he is from Columbus. He then requested a resolution be sent
to Mr. Strong in Seattle, Washington on his selection to the pro-bowl and all
of his other accomplishments. He added that his mother, Ms. Rose Strong is a
former member of City Council.
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RESOLUTION:
Councilor Woodson announced that Mack the Mechanic passed away last week.
She said that he did a lot of things out in the community. She then called for
a resolution expressing condolences to the family of Mack the Mechanic.
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With there being no other business to come before this Council, Mayor Pro
Tem Rodgers made a motion for adjournment. Seconded by Councilor Woodson and
carried unanimously by those nine members of Council present for this meeting
with the time being 11:00 a.m.
Sandra T. Davis
Deputy Clerk of Council
The Council of Columbus, Georgia
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