MINUTES
COUNCIL OF COLUMBUS, GEORGIA
REGULAR SESSION
FEBRUARY 11, 2014
The meeting of the Council of Columbus, Georgia was called to order at 9:07
A.M., Tuesday, February 11, 2014, on the 2nd Floor of the Citizens Service
Center, located at 3111 Citizens Way, Columbus, Georgia. Honorable Teresa Pike
Tomlinson, Mayor, and Honorable Evelyn Turner Pugh, Mayor Pro Tem presiding.
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PRESENT: Present other than Mayor Tomlinson and Mayor Pro Tem Evelyn Turner
Pugh were Councilors R. Gary Allen, Mike Baker, Jerry Barnes, Glenn Davis,
Berry Henderson, Judy W. Thomas, and Evelyn Woodson. City Manager Isaiah
Hugley, Assistant City Attorney Lucy Sheftall, Clerk of Council Tiny B.
Washington and Administrative Secretary Lindsey Glisson were also present.
Councilor Bruce Huff took his seat at the Council table at 9:08 a.m.
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ABSENT: Councilor Charles E. McDaniel, Jr. was absent. City Attorney Clifton
Fay was absent, but was represented by Assistant City Attorney Lucy Sheftall.
Deputy Clerk of Council Sandra Davis was also absent.
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INVOCATION: Led by Rev. Jimmy Elder, Pastor of First Baptist Church.
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PLEDGE: Led by the Safety Patrol students from Davis Elementary School.
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FOP RECOMMENDATIONS:
Mayor Tomlinson said as we have done in the past, we will move the FOP
recommendations to the end of the City Manager?s Agenda, and said that we have
asked those who have presentations or have inquired about that to join us a
little later today.
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PUBLIC HEARING:
Assistant City Attorney Lucy Sheftall called forward the Resolution,
listed as Item Number Seven on the City Attorney?s Agenda and said she is now
opening up the public hearing for the purposes of hearing comments of the
public concerning an application of Valley Hospitality Services, LLC to the
Georgia Department of Community Affairs for approval of the Fort Benning
Hampton Inn as a tourist attraction project under Georgia Tourism Development
Act, which is find under O.C.G.A. Section 48-8-270 and following. She said the
purposes of obtaining approval of the tourism attraction status from the
Department of Community Affairs is for the project to be entitled to obtain
certain refunds of State sales and use tax over a ten year period. She said
this application seeks no relief from any form of local taxation, but only the
4% sales and use tax; which is remitted to the State of Georgia.
Ms. Sheftall said one of the requirements that DCA has is that this
Council pass a resolution endorsing the project?s application. She said the
purpose of this hearing is to get the Council the information that they need so
that they will be able to vote on the resolution after the end of this hearing.
She then called forward Mr. Tracy Sayers with Valley Hospitality Services
to make any comments that he may have regarding this matter. She also asked if
there were any member of the public who wanted to be heard on this matter, but
there were none.
Since there was no one present from the public who wanted to be heard,
Assistant City Attorney Sheftall then asked Mr. Sayers to be explain their
project and what they are trying to accomplish.
Mr. Sayers then went into some details in explaining the reason and
purpose for their request, and after his presentation, he then responded to
several questions of members of the Council.
Assistant City Attorney Sheftall also responded to questions of members of
the Council as well.
THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION, AS LISTED ON THE CITY ATTORNEY?S AGENDA WAS THEN
ADOPTED BY THE COUNCIL:____
A Resolution (55-14) ? Endorsing the Fort Benning Hampton Inn application
to the Commissioner of Community Affairs for State sales tax refunds in
accordance with O.C.G.A. ? 48-8-274(7).
Councilor Thomas moved the adoption of the resolution. Seconded by
Councilor Barnes and carried unanimously y those nine members of Council
present, with Councilor McDaniel being absent for this meeting.
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CITY ATTORNEY'S AGENDA CONTINUED:
THE FOLLOWING ORDINANCE WAS SUBMITTED AND EXPLAINED BY ASSISTANT CITY
ATTORNEY LUCY SHEFTALL AND ADOPTED BY THE COUNCIL ON SECOND
READING:________________
An Ordinance (14-4) ?Rezoning property located at 6450 Schomburg Road from
an SFR1/RO (Single Family Residential/Residential Office) to an RO (Residential
Office) zoning district. The purpose of the rezoning is for a personal care
home, type III; multifamily dwellings; daycare, type III.
Councilor Allen moved the adoption of the ordinance. Seconded by Councilor
Barnes and carried unanimously by those nine members
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THE FOLLOWING TWO ZONING ORDINANCES WERE SUBMITTED AND EXPLAINED BY CITY
ATTORNEY FAY AND INTRODUCED ON FIRST READING AND DELAYED BY THE
COUNCIL:________________________________________________________
An Ordinance ? Rezoning property located at 1030 Illges Road and 1044
Rigdon Road from NC (Neighborhood Commercial) to RO (Residential Office) zoning
district. The purpose of the rezoning is for multifamily apartments and
offices.
PROPONENTS & OPPONENTS:
With there being no one present to represent the proponents, Assistant
City
Attorney Lucy Sheftall asked if the Council wanted to delay the first reading
of
this rezoning ordinance.
Councilor Barnes requested the first reading be delayed until the next
regular meeting. Seconded by Councilor Woodson and carried unanimously by those
nine members present, with Councilor McDaniel being absent for this meeting.
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An Ordinance ? Rezoning property located at 8451, 8461 and 8501 Fortson
Road, from an RE1/GC with conditions (Residential Estate 1/General Commercial
with conditions) to GC (General Commercial) zoning district. (Richard E.
Catrett)
The purpose of the rezoning is the relocation of Flatrock Sand & Gravel.
Mr. Will Johnson pointed out that they did notify them, by sending out the
letters and he had spoken with Mr. Catrett and he indicated that he would be
here this morning. He said they told Mr. Jerry Jackson at their last meeting as
to when to be here. Councilor Woodson then made a motion that the first
reading be delayed until the next regular meeting. Seconded by Councilor Barnes.
Councilor Allen said in Mr. Rivers? defense, he did tell hi that he would
not be here on today, that he was going to be out of town.
The motion for a delay then carried unanimously by those nine members
present for this meeting, with Councilor McDaniel being absent for this
meeting.
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THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS THEN CALLED UP AS THE
NEXT ORDER OF BUSINESS AND EXPLAINED BY ASSISTANT CITY
ATTORNEY LUCY SHEFTALL AND ADOPTED BY THE COUNCIL:____
A Resolution (56-14) ? Requesting a Special Exception Use to operate a
personal Care Home, Type III located 6450 Schomburg Road. (Douglas
and Patricia Manuel/John I. Rivers) The current zoning for the property is SFR1
(Single Family Residential 1) RO (Residential Office) zoning district.
Councilor Allen moved the adoption of the resolution. Seconded by
Councilor
Barnes and carried unanimously by those nine members of Council present, with
Councilor McDaniel being absent for this meeting.
THE FOLLOWING ORDINANCE WAS ALSO SUBMITTED AND EXPLAINED BY ASSISTANT CITY
ATTORNEY LUCY SHEFTALL AND INTRODUCED ON FIRST
READING:________________________________
An Ordinance ?Adopting a new Chapter 15A so as to regulate burglar and
fire alarm sales and installation in Columbus, Georgia; and for other
purposes.
Councilor Thomas said she is sure that some of her fellow councilors over
the
years have been contacted by citizens in our community who were concerned
about; particularly it seems in the spring and fall, out-of-town folks sweeping
in to
try to get some of our vulunerable citizens to sign contracts for burglar alarm
installations. She said she was contacted by some of the local burglar alarm
companies to see if there was something that we could do to more closely
regulate
these semi-annual events.
She said in meeting with our City Attorney, Clifton Fay, Major Wanna
Barker-Wright and Lt. Ross from the Columbus Police Department and Ms. Yvonne
Ivy from the Finance Department, said they had a series of conversations about
some of the things that we can control and some of those we cannot control when
this happens.
Councilor Thomas said what we have before you today is compliation of all
of those kinds of things. She then went into some details in highlighting the
changes that were made in the ordinance. She said she also sent a draft of the
proposed ordinance to several of the alarm companies in Columbus and said that
they didn?t have a problem with these kinds of conditions that we are putting
on the business.
She said one of the things that we have found when these people come in
from out of town is that we don?t have no way of finding them, as they stay in
the various hotels in town and they move around, and there is no central
office. She said this ordinance would require them to have an identifiable
street address other than an Extended Stay Hotel for all burglar alarm
companies into Columbus.
Councilor Thomas said most of the current local burglar alarm companies
provide their employees with a picture id when they go out to service and/or
sell for the burglar alarm company; therefore, we have included in the
ordinance that all people who go out to sell a burglar alarm contract must have
an id approved by the Director of Finance. She said they talked with Major
Wright and Lt. Ross about the kind of things that they felt needed to be on
that badge, and after much discussion decided that the Finance Director and her
department could make some of those decisions as to what needs to be on there,
in conjunction with the Columbus Police Department.
She said this ordinance would also require a background check on those
persons who will be doing the selling; and said if they have been convicted
within the last five years, of certain types of crimes they are not eligible to
be licensed to sell.
In concluding her comments, Councilor Thomas said that our purpose is to
make sure that when our citizens are approached to purchase this service, that
it is someone who is reputable and stands behind their service. She said Major
Wright, Lt. Ross and Ms. Ivy are present here today, if any member of the
Council has any questions. She said she appreciates the work and cooperation
that she has had from the Columbus Police Department and the Finance
Department.
Ms. Yvonne Ivy of the Finance Department responded to questions of
Councilor Baker, and Mayor Tomlinson.
Assistant City Attorney Sheftall then asked if there was anyone in the
audience that would like to address this matter, but there were none.
Councilor Thomas said if this ordinance is adopted, it will go into effect
on April 1st.
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THE FOLLOWING ORDINANCE WAS ALSO SUBMITTED AND EXPLAINED BY ASSISTANT CITY
ATTORNEY LUCY SHEFTALL AND INTRODUCED ON FIRST READING:
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An Ordinance ?Amending Chapter 3 of the Columbus Code by revising certain
definitions set forth in Section 3-1 thereof, enacting a new Section 3-5,
repealing any ordinances in conflict therewith; and for other purposes.
Assistant City Attorney Sheftall said these are some very small amendments
to deal with planned mixed use developments created under Section 2.5.16 of the
Unified Development Ordinance to treat them like other establishments in the
CRD UPT, MRD areas. She said the purpose of the amendments is to take PMUDs out
of certain district restrictions found in Section 3-5(a)(d).
Ms. Genieve Green, of the Woodruff Company then came forward and went into
some details in outlining their proposed project. She also responded to some
questions of members of the Council.
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THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS SUBMITTED AND
EXPLAINED BY CITY ATTORNEY FAY AND ADOPTED BY THE
COUNCIL: ________________________________________________________
A Resolution (57-14) ? Requesting that the local delegation to the Georgia
General Assembly support the amendment to O.C.G.A. Section 31-7-72 contained
in HB 839 which would change the method of appointment of hospital authority
members.
Councilor Woodson moved the adoption of the resolution. Seconded by Mayor
Pro Tem Turner Pugh and carried unanimously by those nine members of Council
present, with Councilor McDaniel being absent for this meeting.
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EXECUTIVE SESSION:
Assistant City Attorney Lucy Sheftall requested a brief executive session
after the adjournment of today?s meeting, to discuss an acquisition of real
estate.
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PUBLIC AGENDA:
MR. NATHANIEL HAYES, JR., REPRESENTING GRACIE BARRA, RE: INFORMATION ON
THE NATIONWIDE ANTI-BULLYING CAMPAIGN:
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Mr. Nathaniel Hayes Jr., representing Gracie Barra, came forward and
provided information on the nationwide anti-bullying campaign. He went into
some details on what his organization does to assist with bullying in the
Muscogee County schools, as well as in the community to assist young children
as it relates to bullying. He also showed a short video explaining the methods
that Gracie Barra uses in training its
students.
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MR. KEVIN JONES, RE: CLARIFICAITON ON BUSINESS LICENSE
COMPLIANCE:____________________________________________________
Mr. Kevin Jones, who requested to be listed on today?s agenda to discuss
the subject of clarification on business license compliance, did not respond
when given the opportunity to address the Council.
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CITY MANAGER'S AGENDA:
THE FOLLOWING SEVEN RESOLUTIONS WERE ALSO SUBMITTED AND EXPLAINED BY CITY
MANAGER HUGLEY AND ADOPTED BY THE
COUNCIL:_____
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A Resolution (58-14) ? Authorizing the approval to enter into a three-year
Lease Agreement with Columbus Indoor Football Team, LLC d/b/a Columbus Lions.
Mayor Pro Tem Turner Pugh moved the adoption of the resolution. Seconded
by Councilor Huff and carried unanimously by those eight members of Council
present at the time, with Councilor Allen being absent for this vote and
Councilor McDaniel being absent for this meeting.
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A Resolution (59-14) ? Authorizing the City Manager of Columbus, Georgia
to submit an application and, if approved, accept a Federal Transit
Administration (FTA) grant for $1,592,219 or otherwise awarded, from the
Federal Transit Administration (FTA), and Georgia Department of Transportation
(GDOT) in the amount of $199,028 for FY2015 Capital and Planning Assistance
under Title 49U.S.C. Section 5307 and to contract with FTA and GDOT on behalf
of the City should the application receive approval.
Mayor Pro Tem Turner Pugh moved the adoption of the resolution. Seconded
by Councilor Woodson and carried unanimously by those eight members of Council
present at the time, with Councilor Allen being absent for this vote and
Councilor McDaniel being absent for this meeting.
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A Resolution (60-14) ? Authorizing the City Manager of Columbus, Georgia
to submit an application for, and if awarded, accept a grant in the amount of
$116,631, or otherwise awarded, from the Department of Transportation, under
Title 49 U.S.C., Section 5303.
Mayor Pro Tem Turner Pugh moved the adoption of the resolution. Seconded
by Councilor Woodson and carried unanimously by those eight members of Council
present at the time, with Councilor Allen being absent for this vote and
Councilor McDaniel being absent for this meeting.
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A Resolution (61-14) ? Authorizing Authorization is requested for the
filing of
a substantial amendment to the FY2010 Annual Action Plan for entitlement
funding from the Neighborhood Stabilization Program 3 (NSP3) from the
Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).
Councilor Woodson moved the adoption of the resolution. Seconded by
Councilor Barnes and carried unanimously by those eight members of Council
present at the time, with Councilor Allen being absent for this vote and
Councilor McDaniel being absent for this meeting.
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A Resolution (62-14) ? Authorizing the approval to submit an application,
in
partnership with Neighbor Works Columbus, to the Department of Community
Affairs for grant funding through the HOME Investment Partnership Program for
$1,000,000 and, if approved, accept funding for homeownership development and
small rental housing development.
Councilor Barnes moved the adoption of the resolution. Seconded by Mayor
Pro T and carried unanimously by those eight members of Council present at the
time, with Councilor Allen being absent for this vote and Councilor McDaniel
being absent for this meeting.
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A Resolution (63-14) ? Authorizing Authorization is requested to submit an
application and, if approved, accept funds from Best Friends Animal Society,
Pet
Smart Charities, for the purpose of implementing a Trap, Neuter and Release
(TNR) program for all feral or free roaming cats in Muscogee County.
Councilor Davis moved the adoption of the resolution. Seconded by
Councilor Woodson and carried unanimously by those eight members of Council
present at the time, with Councilor Allen being absent for this vote and
Councilor McDaniel being absent for this meeting.
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A Resolution (64-14) ? Authorizing the approval for the Department of
Parks/Recreation to accept donations in the form of gift certificates, checks,
and
cash from sponsors and individuals for purchasing supplies before and during
the
Empty Bowl event as well as for tickets to the event, auction pieces, bowls and
monetary donations. All funds (100%) will go to Feeding the Valley for the
Kid?s
Caf? program.
Councilor Davis moved the adoption of the resolution. Seconded by
Councilor Woodson and carried unanimously by those eight members of Council
present at the time, with Councilor Thomas being absent for this vote and
Councilor McDaniel being absent for this meeting.
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THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION,WHICH WAS DELAYED FROM THE OCTOBER 8TH & DECEMBER
3, 2013 COUNCIL MEETING WAS AGAIN SUBMITTED AND EXPLAINED BY CITY MANAGER
HUGLEY AND AFTER MUCH DISCUSSION WAS DEFEATED BY THE COUNCIL:
A Resolution ? Authorizing the approval of rate changes for Health
Insurance
for Active Employees, Pre-65 Retirees and modifications to the plan benefits.
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THE FOLLOWING THREE PURCHASING RESOLUTIONS 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 AND
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY BY THOSE EIGHT MEMBERS OF COUNCIL PRESENT AT THE TIME, WITH
COUNCILOR BARNES ABSENT FOR THE VOTE AND COUNCILOR MCDANIEL BEING ABSENT FOR
THIS MEETING:_
A Resolution (66-14) ? Authorizing the execution of annual contracts with
Paul
Garrett (Thomaston, GA) and Moreland Altobelli Associates, Inc. (Norcross, GA)
for professional negotiating services.
The services will be procured on an ?as needed? basis, and are necessary for
right-of-way acquisitions. The services may include, but are not limited to,
acquisition, negotiation, preparation of condemnation information and
settlements. The vendors will be selected to perform the services based on the
size of the project, the vendor?s availability and the expertise or experience
level of the services required.
The term of contract shall be for two years, with the option to renew for three
additional twelve-month periods. Contract renewal is contingent upon the
mutual agreement of the City and the Contractor.
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A Resolution (67-14) ? Authorizing the execution of a construction
contract with Landmark Grading Company, Inc. (Fort Mitchell, AL) in the amount
of 36,234.87 for milling and resurfacing of a roadway in Oakland Park.
Per Resolution Number 139-13 (dated April 23, 2013), Council authorized a
contract with Landmark Grading Company to provide storm drainage improvements
in Oakland Park The roadway requiring milling and resurfacing is located
within the work areas. In order to not have two contractors working within the
same project area and so the paving matches up and can be performed in a
continuous run, the Engineering Department obtained a quote and subsequently
granted approval for Landmark Grading Company to proceed with the milling and
resurfacing work. Therefore, Landmark Grading Company is considered an only
known source, per Section 3-114 of the Procurement Ordinance.
A Resolution (68-14) ? Authorizing payment to Public Risk Underwriters of
Georgia, Inc., (Peachtree Corners, GA) to provide workers? compensation excess
coverage and loss control services, in the total amount of $534,870, annually,
for the first year, for benefits and expenses payable for claims made under the
State of Georgia Workers? Compensation laws and regulations, such insurance to
be per occurrence and subject to a deductible of $500,000. Fees after the
first year will be negotiated contingent upon the City?s required services.
These services shall run concurrent with the contract time-line of the current
Workers? Compensation Claims Management provider, Usis/Amerisys.
On December 3, 2013, per Resolution #431-13, Council approved the contract with
Usis/Amerisys, for Workers? Compensation Claims Management Services. As part of
the RFP requirements, the contractor was required to provide loss control and
excess coverage services. In their RFP response, Usis/Amerisys included
broker, Public Risk Underwriters of Georgia to facilitate access to loss
control and excess coverage. Both vendors are separate divisions of Brown and
Brown, Inc.
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DEPARTMENT UPDATE - PARKS AND RECREATION MASTER
PLAN:___________________________________________________________
Director of Parks and Recreation Dr. James Worsley and Director of
Planning Rick Jones came forward and provided an update on the Parks and
Recreation Master Plan. Showing a powerpoint presentation, they showed maps
and drawings of the area in which they would like to see changed in this master
plan.
After the conclusion of their presentation, Dr. Worsley and Mr. Jones
responded to questions of the Council.
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CLERK OF COUNCIL?S AGENDA:
THE FOLLOWING ITEMS WERE SUBMITTED AS INFORMATON TO THE MAYOR & COUNCIL BY
CLERK OF COUNCIL WASHINGTON:___________________________________________________
(1) Memorandum from Clerk of Council Washington, Re: Hospital Authority
appointment of members.
(2) Application of Joanne Cogle to temporarily close part of South Lumpkin Road
into Fort Benning, Broadway from 5th Street to 10th Street and 10th Street from
Broadway to Bay Ave, on Saturday, April 26, 2014 from 7:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.,
in connection with the ?Iron Man Half Triathlon?.
(3) Application of Michael Willey to temporarily close the southbound lane of
South Lumpkin Road from South Columbus Water Resource Road to the National
Infantry Museum and Oxbow Meadows Riverwalk intersection, on Saturday, June 7,
2014 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., in connection with the ?Walk With Me?
fundraising event for Easter Seals.
(4) Application of Reverend Joseph Baker of St. James AME to temporarily close
3rd Avenue from 11th Street to 12th Street, on Saturday, February 15,
2014 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., in connection with the ?6th Episcopal
District Founder?s Day? at St. Luke.
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EMPLOYEES? PENSION BOARDS OF TRUSTEES:
Clerk of Council Washington submitted a letter of resignation from Ms.
Elizabeth R. James resigning from her position on the Employees? Pension
Boards of Trustees.
Mayor Pro Tem Turner Pugh moved the letter be received with regrets
and thanks for her service. Seconded by Councilor Henderson and carried
unanimously by those seven members of Council at the time, with Councilors
Allen and Woodson being absent for the vote and Councilor McDaniel being absent
for this meeting.
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THE FOLLOWING APPLICATION FOR A TAXICAB OWNER?S BUSINESS LICENSE WAS
SUBMITT3ED BY CLERK OF COUNCIL WASHINGTON AND APPROVED BY THE COUNCIL:
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Application of John Daniel Adam for a taxicab owner?s business license to
operate Armour Cab Company located at 1415 10th Avenue F-1, Columbus, GA.
31901.
Councilor Henderson made a motion to approve the application. Seconded by
Mayor Pro Tem Turner Pugh and carried unanimously by those seven members of
Council at the time, with Councilors Allen and Woodson being absent for the
vote and Councilor McDaniel being absent for this meeting.
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HOSPITAL AUTHORITY OF COLUMBUS:
Clerk of Council Washington pointed out that we have received notification
from the Hospital Authority advising that they have selected Ms. Betty Tatum,
to succeed herself for another term of office, Mr. Ken Chung to succeed Ms.
Lisa White and Ms. Cynthia Williams Jordan to succeed Ms. Aimee Hortsman.
Councilor Henderson moved confirmation of the nominees. Seconded by Mayor
Pro Tem Turner Pugh and carried unanimously by those seven members of Council
at the time, with Councilors Allen and Woodson being absent for the vote and
Councilor McDaniel being absent for this meeting.
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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 Tax Assessors, Number 02-14.
Land Bank Authority, December 4, 2013.
Land Bank Authority, January 8, 2014.
Councilor Henderson made a motion to approve these minutes. Seconded by
Mayor Pro Tem Turner Pugh and carried unanimously by those seven members of
Council at the time, with Councilors Allen and Woodson being absent for the
vote and Councilor McDaniel being absent for this meeting.
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BOARD APPOINTMENTS:
BOARD OF HEALTH:
Clerk of Council Washington pointed out that Dr. James Lopez was nominated
by Councilor McDaniel at the last Council meeting and advises that he may now
be confirmed. Mayor Pro Tem Turner Pugh so moved. Seconded Councilor Henderson
and carried unanimously by those seven members of Council present at the time,
with Councilors Allen and Woodson being absent for the vote and Councilor
McDaniel being absent for this meeting.
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BOARD OF HONOR:
Clerk of Council Washington pointed out that she is still working to try
to find someone to fill the expired term of former Councilor Jack Rodgers on
the Board of Honor.
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PUBLIC SAFETY ADVISORY COMMISSION:
Clerk of Council Washington pointed out that Councilor Baker is working on
a nominee for someone to fill the expired term of Mr. Andrew Holloman for his
District Five appointment, as well as Councilor Woodson is working on a nominee
for someone to fill the expired term of Ms. Margaret Shafer for her District
Seven appointment.
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PLANNING ADVISORY COMMISSION:
Clerk of Council Washington pointed out that on last week Councilor Barnes
nominated Mr. Wallace Davis to fill the unexpired term of Mr. Zeph Baker and
then advised that he may now be confirmed. Mayor Pro Tem Turner Pugh so moved.
Seconded by Councilor Barnes and carried unanimously by those seven members of
Council present at the time, with Councilors Allen and Woodson being absent for
the vote and Councilor McDaniel being absent for this meeting.
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REGION SIX REGIONAL PLANNAING BOARD:
Clerk of Council Washington pointed out that on last week Councilor Barnes
nominated Ms. Simi Barnes to fill the unexpired term of Ms. Elizabeth Matheny,
who had resigned and advises that she may now be confirmed. Councilor Barnes
so moved. Seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Turner Pugh and carried unanimously by
those seven members of Council present at the time, with Councilors Allen and
Woodson being absent for the vote and Councilor McDaniel being absent for this
meeting.
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TAXICAB COMMISSION:
Clerk of Council Washington pointed out that we are working with the
taxicab industry for someone to fill the unexpired term of Mr. Matthew Probst,
who has resigned from the Taxicab Commission.
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EXECUTIVE SESSION:
Regarding an earlier request of Assistant City Attorney Lucy Sheftall, to
go into an executive session, Mayor Pro Tem Turner Pugh made a motion to allow
the Council to go into an executive session to discuss a real estate
acquisition matter. Seconded by Councilor Huff and carried unanimously by
those seven members of Council present at the time, with Councilors Allen and
Woodson being absent for the vote and Councilor McDaniel being absent for this
meeting.
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BOARD OF TAX ASSESSORS:
Councilor Baker asked Assistant City Attorney Lucy Sheftall.
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At 1:05 a.m. the meeting was adjourned to go into an executive session.
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At 1:24 p.m. the meeting was called back to order at which time, Mayor
Tomlinson pointed out that the Council met in an executive session to discuss a
real estate acquisition matter, but there were no votes taken.
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FORREST ROAD PROJECT:
At the request of Mayor Pro Tem Turner Pugh, Deputy City Manager David
Arrington came forward and gave a brief update on the Forrest Road Project.
He pointed out that the project is 90% complete. He said there are 164 parcels
that have been closed.
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With there being no other business to come before the Council, Mayor
Tomlinson then entertained a motion for adjournment. Councilor Barker so moved.
Seconded by Councilor Barnes and carried unanimously by those seven members of
Council present at the time, with Councilors Allen and Woodson being absent for
the vote, and Councilor McDaniel being absent for this meeting, with the time
of adjournment being 1:25 p.m.
Tiny B. Washington, MMC
Clerk of Council
The Council of Columbus, Georgia
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