MINUTES
COUNCIL OF COLUMBUS, GEORGIA
REGULAR MEETING
JANUARY 11, 2011
The regular meeting of the Council of Columbus, Georgia was called to
order at 9:00 A.M., Tuesday, January 11, 2010, in the Council Chambers,
Government Center, Columbus, Georgia. Honorable Teresa Pike Tomlinson, Mayor
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 ?Pops? Barnes, Berry
Henderson, Bruce Huff, Judy W. Thomas and Evelyn Woodson. Councilor Glenn
Davis took his seat at the table at 9:04 a.m. City Manager Isaiah Hugley, City
Attorney Clifton Fay and Deputy Clerk of Council Sandra Davis were also
present.
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ABSENT: Councilor Charles E. McDaniel, Jr. was absent. Clerk of Council Tiny
B. Washington was also absent.
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AUBURN TIGERS VICTORY: Mayor Tomlinson extended congratulations to the Auburn
Tigers and their fans for their great season and awesome victory as National
Champions. She said that we are proud to be in close proximity to Auburn
University.
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RECENT ICE STORM: Mayor Tomlinson commended the citizens and hard working city
employees for their cooperation yesterday, because we made it through a very
major snow and ice event without any serious reprocussions.
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MOMENT OF SILENCE: Mayor Tomlinson called for a moment of silence to remember
those victims of the tragedy in Arizona on Saturday, January 8, 2011.
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INVOCATION: Offered by Elder L. Darnel Skinner, Jr.- Bread of Life Christian
Center.
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PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Led by students from Marshall Middle School Student
Council and Boys of Distinction.
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MAYOR?S AGENDA:
PROCLAMATION:
?CARL VINSON INSTITUTE PROGRAM RECOGNITION DAY?:
A Proclamation of Mayor Tomlinson, proclaiming ?Carl Vinson Institute
Program Recognition Day? in Columbus, Georgia was listed on the Mayor?s Agenda
but was not submitted or read into the record on this date.
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EXTERNAL AUDIT REPORT:
Mr. Larry Young, representing Albright, Fortenberry & Nina, LLP, came
forward to provide an overview of the external audit report. He advised that
the report represents the General Fund, 20 Special Revenue Funds, 2 Debt
Service Funds, 9 capital Projects Fund, 6 Proprietary Funds- which also include
2 Internal Service Funds, 5 Pension & Benefit Funds, 1 Permanent Fund, 8 Agency
Funds and Component Units that assist with completing the report. He then
explained the task of the external auditors. He said as we expressed in our
opinion letter, the Consolidated Government of Columbus, Georgia?s financial
statements are free of material misstatements.
He advised that we did find, during our examination, a control defiecincy
in three of the agency funds; Probate Court, Magistrate Court and Sheriff?s
Office where we found a lack of segregation of duties in that the person(s)
that recorded and prepared the reconciliation did not have someone reviewing
the reconciliation after preparation. He said that we have discussed this with
the three agencies and they have implemented procedures to ensure that all bank
reconciliations are reviewed and proper recording of all transacations is
accomplished.
He said there were some things that they observed while conducting the
audit procedures that we would like for the city to consider and thereby
prepared a Management Letter. He then outlined the following recommendations:
(A copy of the this documentation has been filed for the record.)
1. Existence of bank accounts not authorized by management
Contact all local banks and stipulate all accounts must be authorized by Council
Finance Director to perform an annual inquiry of area banks to determine that
all existing accounts are properly authorized and relect in the city?s
financial statements
Personnel to receive training to include ethics and the proper recognition of
revenues and expenditures
2. Federal Grants: Federal grants are prolific and extensive. The
expenditures increased approximately $6 million from 2009 to 2010. The
administration of the significant increasein compliance suggests that a Grant
Administrator to coordinate efforts of all personnel in the Government would be
a valuable addition.
3. Hotel / Motel Taxes: Revenue Division allocate resources to periodically
perform an examination of the monthly tax return information being presented by
the taxpayers. The payers of occupation tax and personal property be examined
periodically, as well as, hotel / motel taxes being reported.
Mayor Tomlinson advised that the city does currently have a Grant
Accountant, at which time, Mr. Young pointed out that employee is not
sufficient because that employee is not at the same level as a department so
that he would be able to get all of the information available.
Referring to Stimulus Funding, City Manager Hugley advised that we have
applied, since inception, for $88 million in Federal Stimulus and has received
approximately $27 million. He pointed out that we organized a Stimulus
Accountability Committee, headed by Deputy City Manager Lisa Goodwin, where
every department or agency within the government that is applying for or
receiving stimulus funding are a part of that committee. He said we report to
this Council quarterly on the stimulus dollars.
Mayor Pro Tem Turner Pugh pointed out that when we found out about the
other bank accounts that were opened under the Columbus Consolidated
Government, the Finance Department was to put in place some kind of tracking
procedure to contact banks to see if account were opened. Mr. Young responded
that he was provided with a list of all of the banks that responded to Finance
Director Hodge?s but not all of the banks responded.
Finance Director Pam Hodge said that she would like to make comments in
reference to the three items mentioned by the external auditor. She then
confirmed that she has for the last two years sent a letter to all of the local
banks requesting that they provide any bank account set up with the city?s tax
identification number; however, as mentioned by the auditor, not all banks
responded. She said that we are looking at another measure, maybe with the
adoption of a resolution by Council, to send with the request to make sure that
all banks respond.
Finance Hodge said also with regards to the bank accounts, we would work
with Human Resources and the training department to put together a program for
department heads and managers to make sure they understand from a financial
standpoint what their responsibilities are in determining what should and
should not be reporting to the Finance Department.
Regarding Item 2 on the Management Letter, Finance Director Hodge
explained that we would evaluate the Grant Administrator?s position for the
upcoming FY12 budget to determine the level of grants that we would have going
forward. She pointed out that we do have a Grant Coordinator position;
however, the main responsibilities are to make sure that the revenues and
expenditures are recorded correctly. She explained that a Grant Administrator
would work more with the contracts in place and make sure the reporting is
done. She said at this time, the Grant Coordinator does assist departments in
the grants area, but it is more than a one-person job with the level of grants.
On the last item regarding hotel/motel taxes, Finance Director Hodge noted
that we do have a mechanism in place to do random audits in the Business
License / Occupational Tax Division. She said if a hotel comes up in that
random audit; then, we would conduct an audit of the hotel/motel tax report as
well. She pointed out that we have not had a hotel come up in our random audit
in the last several years; therefore, we are looking at putting something in
place to do a random selection of just hotel/motel tax audits, because of the
level of collection in the hotel/motel tax.
In conclusions, Finance Director Hodge said that we are looking at all of
the recommendations of the auditors. She then recognized three employees in
the Accounting Department.
Mayor Pro Tem Turner Pugh requested that staff provide a list of the banks
that have not responded to the City?s request for bank accounts under the
City?s Tax ID Number.
Councilor Davis requested that staff determine if we should research
adopting an ordinance or resolution stipulating that when an account is opened
to make it mandatory that it be brought before the members of Council for
approval.
Councilor Woodson requested staff to research to see if it is more
feasible to provide the offices of elected officials with their own Tax ID
number instead of using the City?s Tax ID number.
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THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION AS LISTED ON THE MAYOR?S AGENDA WAS SUBMITTED AND
READ IN ITS ENTIRETY BY COUNCILOR HUFF AS EMPLOYEES OF THE FIRE / EMS
DEPARTMENT WERE PRESENT AND WAS APPROVED BY THE
COUNCIL:
A Resolution (21-11) - Commending Paramedics Darrell Enfinger and Fire/EMS
Captain Brice Patterson for their involvement with the DUI/Distracted Driving
Re-Enactment and Safety Demonstration provided annually for area high school
students. Councilor Henderson moved its adoption. Seconded by Councilor Baker
and carried unanimously by those nine members present with Councilor McDaniel
being absent from this meeting.
Mr. Jack Rodgers, Jr., President of the Georgia State Council of the
Emergency Nurses Association, approached the rostrum to speak on the number of
lives that have been saved because of this DUI demonstration. He then read and
presented the National Awards that were given by the National Nursing
Association to Paramedic Darrell Enfinger and Captain Brice Patterson. He
tsaid that he is present to ational.
Mr. Darrell Enfinger and Captain Brice Patterson, then made some brief
comments of appreciation for the recognition.
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THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION AS LISTED ON THE MAYOR?S AGENDA WAS SUBMITTED AND
READ IN ITS ENTIRETY BY COUNCILOR WOODSON AS EMPLOYEES OF THE PLANNING
DEPARTMENT WERE PRESENT AND WAS AMENDED AT THE REQUEST OF COUNCILOR WOODSON AND
APPROVED BY THE
COUNCIL:
A Resolution (22-11) - Commending the Columbus Georgia Planning Department
upon recently receiving an award at the 2010 Georgia Planning Association (GPA)
meeting held in Valdosta, Georgia. Councilor Allen moved its adoption.
Seconded by Councilor Barnes and carried unanimously by those nine members
present with Councilor McDaniel being absent from this meeting.
Once the resolution is amended, Councilor Woodson requested that the staff
members be presented with a copy.
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ICE RINK MANAGER:
Mayor Tomlinson called attention to a document with regards to the Ice
Rink Manager. She outlined the estimated revenue as projected in 2006 of
$165,144; 2009 projected as 45,192 and the 2010 estimated net revenue of $0.
She announced the private guarantee of up to $200,000 in operating expenses, if
needed. (A copy of this document has been filed for the record.)
She then highlighted the suggested course of action with first suggesting
the creation of a position of Manager of Ice Skating Rink, filling the position
and ultimately proceed with current booking and programming resources.
Councilor Henderson said that he envisioned some type of task force to
include the Civic Center Manager, Youth Hockey representative, Cottonmouths
representative and Administration to look at all of these talents for filling
the position. He said that he is interested in knowing the timeline for
creating and filling the Ice Skate Rink Manager?s position.
Councilor Allen expressed his concerns with the downward trend of the
revenue projections for the new ice rink. He then asked for some clarification
from the Administration on the projections.
Councilor Baker requested staff to provide a projection of incoming
expenses and revenue going forward, as well as, a clarification of the timeline
presented; since, the year of 2010 estimated net revenue is zero. City Manager
Hugley explained this is the business plan that came about in 2010 showing the
projection for four months into FY2011; then, those 2010 projections that came
forward some time in December shows the projected expenses and revenue for the
next fiscal year, which would be July 1, 2011 through June 30, 2012 as outlined
by the Civic Center Director along with Finance Director Hodge and Deputy City
Manager Goodwin. Therefore, City Manager Hugley added the numbers that
indicate a $0 net revenue would be for July 1, 2011 through June 30, 2012. He
pointed out that he would bring this information forward in a presentation.
In response to Councilor Baker?s statement pertaining to the comfort level
of where we are rather than establishing another position at this point, City
Manager Hugley assured that we have personnel in place and we have done what we
have to do to make this ice rink very active and coordinated; however, he is in
support moving forward with the hiring of an ice rink manager as we go through
the budget process and get that position through the approval of an ordinance.
Councilor Davis asked about the previous thought of naming rights to the
generating revenue off the naming of the Civic Center. City Manager Hugley
said that a couple of years ago, Civic Center Director Dale Hester had put the
idea out to the business community and received positive reviews; however, it
did not move forward at that time. He added that the new ice rink could also
be included. He said this is still something that would have to be discussed
and decided by this Mayor and Council, but naming rights is a great potential
revenue opportunity for us.
Councilor Henderson suggested moving forward with the hiring of an ice
rink manager and not wait to bring it up during the budget process. Councilor
Woodson suggested that Administration start the process, but cautioned everyone
to slow down the process a little to make sure that we get the right person in
place to manage the ice rink.
Councilor Woodson requested that staff check into creating a committee for
the ice rink that would include a representative from the hockey league. She
also determined that we need to keep in mind that we promised the citizens that
we would have public ice skating.
Mayor Pro Tem Turner Pugh requested to be provided with a fee schedule, as
well as, a business plan for the ice rink no later than the first meeting in
February.
With regards to possibly adding more members to the Civic Center Advisory
Board or create a temporary board for the ice rink. City Manager Hugley
pointed out that we did, early on, unofficially ask that some interested
parties come forward and serve in an advisory capacity to Civic Center Director
Hester and the city related to the ice rink; therefore, we do have those
stakeholders in place and we could get those names to the Council members. He
added that we could do or anticipate doing the same for the natatorium.
With all of the talk of the different boards and committees, Councilor
Woodson requested staff to revisit a previous recommendation regarding city
board members training. Let?s look into bringing this matter back up for
discussion.
Councilor Thomas pointed out that we do need to move forward without delay
on this considering the fact that even if the Administration starts today
drafting an ordinance to include the job description for an Ice Rink Manager,
we are still looking at days, weeks or months before we are at the point of
hiring someone.
After hearing the comments from the members of Council, Mayor Tomlinson
determined that we would move forward with drafting a proposed ordinance
creating the position of manager of the ice skating rink. She said that she
would also have a meeting with the guarantor of the $200,000 and if this letter
is in place; then, that gives us a $200,000 private buffer even if the ice rink
is not self sufficient in its first year of operation.
Councilor Baker pointed out that he is uncomfortable with creating and
funding a director or manager?s position outside of the budget process. He
said the preliminaries could be started but he would prefer that it go through
the process.
Mayor Pro Tem Turner Pugh then requested staff to draft an ordinance to
create the position of Ice Rink Manager.
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BANK ACCOUNTS:
Mayor Pro Tem Turner Pugh, referring to earlier discussions regarding the
banks not responding to the Finance Directors request, she informed that if the
banks check the accounts that they have and your name is not on the signature
cards; then, the banks are not able to let you know if the account is there or
not. She added that if an ordinance is drafted; then, it needs to be defined
in there who has signing authorization.
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CITY ATTORNEY?S AGENDA:
THE FOLLOWING DEMOLITION ORDINANCE WAS SUBMITTED AND EXPLAINED BY CITY
ATTORNEY FAY AND INTRODUCED ON FIRST READING AND AMENDED BY THE
COUNCIL:
An Ordinance - Providing for the demotion of various structures located
at:
5621 Lorenzo Road (Matthew A. Aldridge, Owner)
5631 Lorenzo Road (Matthew A. Aldridge, Owner)
(3) 2243 Simmons Avenue (Marcelina Baltazar, Owner)
(4) 1209 22nd Street (Bibb Rentals, LLC, Owner)
(5) 761 Lawyers Lane (Juanita Pickens Bratcher & Eula Pearl Pickens
Brown, et al, Owners)
3440 Tomahawk Drive (Danny Carpenter, Owner)(
3100 4th Avenue (Community Bank & Trust), Owner)
843 Southern Pines Drive (William R. Cuba, Owner)
611 33rd Street (Spence E. Davis, Owner)
32 Mason Street (48 Hundred Corporation, Owner)
2835 Hood Street (Heartwood 16, LLC, Owner)
610 33rd Street (Allen D. Jenson, Owner)
1907 7th Street (Willie Lee Kendrick Estate c/o Doris Kendrick)
2727 Baldwin Street (Marjorie Lynn, Owner)
1431 25th Street (McCoy Company, LLC, Owner)B
201 21st Avenue (Ryan L. Overton, Owner)
1533 Winshire Street (Emma Read & Charlie L. Johnson, Owners)
1018 Brooks Road (Crawford B. Smith, Jr., Owner)
3341 Gleason Avenue (Crawford B. Smith, Jr., Owner)
136 Collins Drive (Crawford B. Smith, Jr., Owner)
1714 Warm Springs Road (United Oil Corporation, Owner)
1004 Sheridan Avenue (Rodney E. Weatherholtz, Owner)
411 23rd Street (Roosevelt & Mary Frances Williams Estate
in the total amount of $148,812.95 for demolition services.
City Attorney Fay suggested a motion to remove #22 (1004 Sheridan Avenue-
Rodney E. Weatherholtz, owner) from the list. He advised that Ms. Rebecca
Wiggins from the Inspections & Code Enforcement Division is reporting that work
has been done on that property. Councilor Thomas so moved. Seconded by Mayor
Pro Tem Turner Pugh and carried unanimously by those eight members present with
Councilor Davis being absent for the vote and Councilor McDaniel being absent
from the meeting.
At this time, Mr. Spence Davis, owner of 611 33rd Street, asked for
additional time to complete the demolition. He explained that the foundation
is pushed up in a pile waiting to be loaded up and removed. He assured that by
the end of this week that lot would be completely cleared; the only material
that would still be remaining on the property is the lumber that is stacked up
in the back of the property, and he would ask for thirty days to remove that
lumber.
In response to comments from Mayor Tomlinson, Ms. Wiggins suggested
leaving this property on the demolition list; therefore, if he fails to perform
we would not have to come back to Council. Mayor Tomlinson asked that Mr.
Davis report back to Ms. Wiggins regarding his progress.
No one else came forward with regards to the demolition listing. City
Attorney Fay advised that this ordinance would be listed on second reading at
the next Council Meeting.
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THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS SUBMITTED AND EXPLAINED BY CITY ATTORNEY FAY
AND APPROVED BY THE COUNCIL AFTER A BRIEF
DISCUSSION:
A Resolution (23-11) - Requesting that the local delegation to the
Georgia General Assembly introduce legislation to amend O.C.G.A. 48-8-96(h)(1)
so that said statute only applies to Local Option Sales Tax referenda held
after January 1, 2011, thereby leaving the original two sales tax exemptions
(2004) in place in Columbus, Georgia.
Mayor Pro Tem Turner Pugh moved its adoption. Seconded by Councilor
Woodson. Councilor Davis said this happens to be a job sector that he is
involved in asked if he should abstain. City Attorney Fay advised that it is
requested amendment to general legislation and Councilor Davis does not have
any financial interest in the matters in front of the delegation.
Mayor Tomlinson then called attention to the motion on the floor to
approve the resolution, which carried unanimously by those nine members present
with Councilor McDaniel being absent for the meeting.
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THE FOLLOWING EIGHT RESOLUTIONS WERE SUBMITTED AND EXPLAINED BY CITY
ATTORNEY FAY AND THEIR CAPTIONS READ BY MAYOR PRO TEM TURNER PUGH AND ADOPTION
UPON A SINGLE MOTION MADE BY MAYOR PRO TEM TURNER PUGH AND SECONDED BY
COUNCILOR HENDERSON, WHICH CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY BY THOSE EIGHT MEMBERS PRESENT
WITH COUNCILOR HENDERSON BEING ABSENT FOR THE VOTE AND COUNCILOR MCDANIEL BEING
ABSENT FROM THE MEETING:
A Resolution (24-11) - Expressing appreciation to Mr. Jerry A. Coley upon
his retirement from the Columbus Metropolitan Airport after over 24 years of
service.
A Resolution (25-11) - Expressing appreciation to Mr. Johnny J. Pittman
upon his retirement from the Muscogee County Sheriff?s Department after over 26
years of service.
A Resolution (26-11) - Expressing appreciation to Mr. George E. Tindall
upon his retirement from the Civic Center Operations after 15 years of
service.
A Resolution (27-11) - Conveying condolences to the family of Mr. Joe
James, employee with the Public Services Department who passed away on October
20, 2010.
A Resolution (28-11) - Conveying condolences to the family of Mr. Robert
?Glen? Hodnett, employee with the Information Technology Department who passed
away on November 7, 2010.
A Resolution (29-11) - Conveying condolences to the family of Mr. Warren
B. Steele, employee with the Personnel (Human Resources) Department who passed
away on December 12, 2010.
A Resolution (30-11) - Conveying condolences to the family of Mr. Danny W.
Wall, employee with the Public Services Department who passed away on November
27, 2010.
A Resolution (31-11) - Conveying condolences to the family of Mrs. Hettie
R. Windham, employee with the Finance/Revenue Collections Department who passed
away on November 26, 2010.
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PUBLIC AGENDA:
MR. BILL MADISON, RE: COLUMBUS FIRE & EMS DEPARTMENT:
Mr. Bill Madison, said that he would refrain from speaking on matters
regarding the Columbus Fire & EMS Department at this time, because he would
like to share information regarding hazing and harassment behind closed doors.
He said that he has asked several times for a citizens review board. He then
recalled an incident where charges were filed against a federal judge in
Atlanta, Georgia.
Mr. Madison went into some general details regarding losing several
properties that he contributes to switching to a local bank; being placed in
jail for not cutting the grass on one of his properties and losing custody of
his grandson to the maternal grandparents.
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CITY MANAGER?S AGENDA:
THE FOLLOWING FIVE RESOLUTIONS WERE SUBMITTED AND EXPLAINED BY CITY
MANAGER HUGLEY AND ADOPTED BY THE COUNCIL:
A Resolution (32-10) - Authorizing a request to execute a five (5) year
property lease agreement with Vantage Tower Group, LLC for leasing space at the
entrance of Shirley Winston Park to install and operate a telecommunication
facility. Mayor Pro Tem Turner Pugh moved its adoption. Seconded by Councilor
Allen and carried unanimously by those nine members present with Councilor
McDaniel being absent from the meeting.
A Resolution (33-10) - Authorizing a request to execute a Permanent
Utility Easement and Access Easement to BellSouth Telecommunications, Inc.,
d/b/a AT&T Georgia, south of Whittlesey Road at the corner of Ashwood Drive.
Councilor Davis moved its adoption. Seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Turner Pugh and
carried unanimously by those nine members present with Councilor McDaniel being
absent from the meeting.
A Resolution (34-10) - Authorizing a request to adopt the Solid Waste
Management Plan for Columbus, Muscogee County, Georgia 2008-2018, as approved
by the State of Georgia. Councilor Davis moved its adoption. Seconded by
Mayor Pro Tem Turner Pugh and carried unanimously by those nine members present
with Councilor McDaniel being absent from the meeting.
A Resolution (35-10) - Authorizing a request to enter to an agreement with
the Georgia Department of Transportation to amend the contract for the 14th
Street Pedestrian Bridge. Councilor Davis moved its adoption. Seconded by
Mayor Pro Tem Turner Pugh and carried unanimously by those nine members present
with Councilor McDaniel being absent from the meeting.
A Resolution (36-10) - Authorizing a request to participate in the State
of Georgia, Department of Revenue Program to Identify Uncollected Sales Tax
Revenues. Councilor Woodson moved its adoption. Seconded by Mayor Pro Tem
Turner Pugh and carried unanimously by those nine members present with
Councilor McDaniel being absent from the meeting.
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THE FOLLOWING PURCHASING RESOLUTION WAS SUBMITTED AND EXPLAINED BY CITY
MANAGER HUGLEY AND ADOPTED BY
COUNCIL:
A Resolution (37-11) - Authorizing payment to Pound Construction
(Columbus, Ga), in the amount of $28,746.75 for performing emergency repairs on
the roof at Gallops Pottery Shop. Mayor Pro Tem Turner Pugh moved its
adoption. Seconded by Councilor Woodson and carried unanimously by those nine
members present with Councilor McDaniel being absent from the meeting.
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HEALTH CARE INSURANCE COMPANY:
Councilor Woodson requested that staff contact Mr. Phil King with Welfare
of Georgia in regards to health care insurance; the company would like to have
some discussions with Administration to offer some of their insurance products
for consideration.
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CABLE COMPANIES
Councilor Woodson requested to have the staff to check with the cable
companies to find out if the customers are no longer able to view the Council
Meetings if they do not pay to have the cable box and if so, why not. Also,
check to see if there is something the City could do to make sure that the
cable companies provide the Government Access channel for those customers that
just have the basic cable without the cable box.
City Manager Hugley said that he would check with each cable franchise and
respond back to the Mayor and Council.
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CLERK OF COUNCIL?S AGENDA:
THE FOLLOWING ITEMS WERE SUBMITTED BY DEPUTY CLERK OF COUNCIL DAVIS AS
INFORMATION FOR THE MAYOR &
COUNCIL:
Notice from the Government Finance Officers Association that the Columbus
Consolidated Government has received the Distinguished Budget Presentation
Award for the current budget.
Letter from Judge Michael P. Cielinski advising that all of the incumbent
Recorder?s Court Judges are requesting reappointment.
Memorandum from Clerk of Council Washington, Re: Public Safety Advisory
Commission.
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MINUTES OF THE FOLLOWING BOARDS WERE SUBMITTED BY DEPUTY CLERK OF COUNCIL
DAVIS AND OFFICIALLY RECEIVED BY THE
COUNCIL:
Board of Tax Assessors, No. 45-10.
Land Bank Authority, November 3, 2010.
Land Bank Authority, December 1, 2010.
Elections & Registration, September 2 & October 7, 2010.
Elections & Registration, November 5 & 30, 2010.
Councilor Henderson moved approval. Seconded by Councilor Allen and
carried unanimously by those nine members present with Councilor McDaniel being
absent from the meeting.
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BOARD APPOINTMENTS:
ANIMAL CONTROL ADVISORY BOARD:
Deputy Clerk of Council Davis advised that we have received a nomination
of Dr. Carol Houston to replace Dr. John Blozsies. Councilor Henderson moved
confirmation. Seconded by Councilor Woodson and carried unanimously by those
nine members present with Councilor McDaniel being absent from the meeting.
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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COUNCIL:
Deputy Clerk of Council Davis advised that we still need a nomination for
the position of Mr. Arthur Rogers- Council District Four representative. Mayor
Pro Tem Turner Pugh then nominated Ms. Gladys Ford. Councilor Woodson moved
confirmation. Seconded by Councilor Allen and carried unanimously by those
nine members present with Councilor McDaniel being absent from the meeting.
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EMPLOYEES? PENSION PLAN, BOARD OF TRUSTEES:
Deputy Clerk of Council Davis advised that Mr. Frank Martin has resigned;
this is the Mayor?s appointment. Mayor Tomlinson advised that she would have a
nominee shortly.
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PUBLIC SAFETY ADVISORY COMMISSION:
Deputy Clerk of Council Davis also pointed out that we still need a nominee
for the position of Mr. Robert loving- Council District Three representative
and Mr. Archie Rainey- Council District Ten representative. Councilor Huff
nominated Ms. Laverne Lee Brown to replace Mr. Loving. Mayor Pro Tem Turner
Pugh moved confirmation. Seconded by Councilor Woodson and carried unanimously
by those nine members present with Councilor McDaniel being absent from the
meeting. There were no other nominations.
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RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD:
Deputy Clerk of Council Davis advised that we still need a nominee for the
position of Mr. Terrell Aldridge- Council District Four representative, Mr.
James Anthony- Council District Ten representative and Ms. Tiffany Tootle-
Council District Five representative. Councilor Henderson nominated Ms. Irene
Pate to replace Mr. Anthony. Councilor Allen moved confirmation. Seconded by
Councilor Woodson and carried unanimously by those nine members present with
Councilor McDaniel being absent from the meeting. There were no other
nominations.
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CHARTER REVIEW COMMISSION:
Deputy Clerk of Council Davis advised that we still need a nomination for
Council District Two, at which time, Councilor Davis nominated Mr. W. J.
Barrs. Deputy Clerk of Council Davis advised that all twenty-five nominations
have been made to complete the make up of the Charter Review Commission and are
listed as follows:
District 1 - D. L. Moore Councilor Jerry ?Pops? Barnes
District 3 - Michael Eddings Councilor Bruce Huff
District 4 - Gladys Ford Mayor Pro Tem Evelyn Turner Pugh
District 5 - John J. Rodgers Councilor Mike Baker
District 6 - Brad Williams Councilor Gary Allen
District 7 - Ben Richardson Councilor Evelyn Woodson
District 8 - Bob Hydrick Councilor Charles E. McDaniel, Jr.
District 9 - Alton Russell Councilor Wayne Anthony
District 10 - Mary Sue Polleys Councilor Berry Henderson
Mayor?s Appointments:
Judge John Allen
David Helmick
Julius Hunter
Melanie Slaton
Audrey Tillman
Jorge Vega
John Woodward
Mario Davis
Brinkley Pound
Tracy Sayers
Gloria Strode
Sam Wellborn
John Shinkle
Rick Alexander
Madden Hatcher, Jr. Councilor Woodson asked
about the meeting date and if it would be televised. City Manager Hugley
advised that the first meeting is scheduled for March 18, 2011. Councilor
Woodson requested to have the staff check into televising the Charter Review
Commission Meetings.
Mayor Tomlinson said that she has a meeting set up with Chairman of the
Charter Review Commission and would provide that information.
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AIRPORT COMMISSION:
Councilor Thomas asked about the appointments to the Airport Commission.
She advised that she has been contacted via email from someone regarding the
Airport Commission. She asked has the position been filled or is it coming
up. Deputy Clerk of Council Davis explained that she does believe that the
Airport Commission had a term that expired at the end of 2010. She advised
that with vacancies on the Airport Commission, the commission submits three
nominees for the members of Council to select one individual; however, she
would research the matter further and provide a response.
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Regarding Mr. Madison requesting to be heard at the end of the meeting,
Councilor Henderson made a motion that he be heard. Mayor Tomlinson said it is
the Mayor?s responsibility to keep order at the meeting and to have a set
agenda that is made public. She pointed out that we do have a public agenda
process and from here on out, let?s make certain that everyone knows to get on
the public agenda and to state the reason they would like to appear for the
sake of keeping order.
Mayor Tomlinson said that she would entertain a motion for Mr. Madison to
be heard, which was previously made by Councilor Henderson. Seconded by
Councilor Woodson and carried unanimously by those nine members present with
Councilor McDaniel being absent from this meeting.
Mr. Madison approached the rostrum once again to continue his comments
regarding the local lending institution that he believes has treated him
unfairly and the attorney he hired to represent him that he believes was also
working with this same lending institution.
Councilor Henderson said that he does have a problem with us changing
something that we have told citizens in the past. He suggested that if we are
going to make a change regarding individuals speaking at the end of the
meeting, it should be done before they try to come up here. He said it needs
to be publicized and everyone needs to know.
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With there being no other business to come before this Council, Councilor
Barnes made a motion to adjourn. Seconded by Councilor Allen and carried
unanimously by those nine members of Council present with Councilor Allen
having previously left the meeting with the time being 11:30 a.m.
Sandra T. Davis, CDMC
Deputy Clerk of Council
The Council of Columbus, Georgia
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