MINUTES
COUNCIL OF COLUMBUS, GEORGIA
REGULAR SESSION
NOVEMBER 23, 2010
The regular session of the Council of Columbus, Georgia was called to order
at 9:00 A.M., Tuesday, November 23, 2010, in the Council Chambers on the Plaza
Level of the Government Center, Columbus, Georgia. Honorable W. J.
Wetherington, Mayor, presiding.
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PRESENT: Present other than Mayor Wetherington and Mayor Pro Tem Evelyn Turner
Pugh were Councilors R. Gary Allen, Wayne Anthony, Mike Baker, Glenn Davis,
Berry H. Henderson, Julius H. Hunter, Jr. Charles E. McDaniel, Jr. and Evelyn
Woodson. City Manager Isaiah Hugley, City Attorney Clifton Fay, Clerk of
Council Tiny B. Washington and Deputy Clerk of Council Sandra Davis were also
present.
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NOTE: Mayor Pro Tem Turner Pugh took her seat at the Council table at 5:38
p.m.
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ABSENT: Councilor Jerry ?Pops? Barnes was absent for this meeting, but was
excused upon the adoption of Resolution Number 429-10.
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INVOCATION: Led by Father Isaiah Gillette of Holy Transfiguration Greek
Orthodox Church.
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PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Led by Mayor Wetherington.
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CARING & SHARING COMMUNITY OUTREACH PROGRAM:
Mr. Scott Ferguson, Executive Director of the United Way and Ms. Terri
Parodi, United Way Volunteer Coordinator came forward and thank the City of
Columbus for their involvement in the Caring and Sharing Community Outreach
Program and then presented a Certificate of Appreciation to the Mayor for the
City employees being involved in this program.
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MAYOR?S AGENDA:
WITH MISS ABBY D. SUTHERLAND STANDING AT THE COUNCIL
TABLE, THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS READ IN ITS
ENTIRETY BY COUNCILOR ALLEN AND ADOPTED BY THE
COUNCIL: _______________________________________________________
A Resolution (421-10) ? Commending Abby D. Sutherland upon her efforts in
promoting recycling at the Woodruff Road Soccer Complex. Councilor Allen
moved the adoption of the resolution. Seconded b Councilor Henderson and
carried unanimously by those eight members of Council present at the time, with
Councilor Barnes being absent from this meeting and Mayor Pro Tem Turner Pugh
being absent for this vote.
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MINUTES OF COUNCIL MEETINGS: Minutes of the September 28, 2010 and October 12,
2010 Council Meetings of the Council of the Consolidated Government of
Columbus, Georgia were submitted and approved upon the adoption of a motion
made by Councilor Baker and seconded by Councilor Allen, which carried
unanimously by those nine members of Council present for this meeting, with
Councilor Barnes being absent.
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CITY ATTORNEY'S AGENDA:
THE FOLLOWING SEVEN ORDINANCES WERE SUBMITTED AND EXPLAINED BY CITY
ATTORNEY FAY AND ADOPTED BY THE COUNCIL ON SECOND
READING:__________________________________
An Ordinance (10-53) ? Rezoning property located at 3071 Williams Road is
proposed for rezoning from SFR1 (Single Family Residential 1) zoning district
to RO (Residential Office) zoning district. (31-A-10-Allen) The proposed use
is Residential Multi Family. Councilor Allen moved the adoption of the
resolution. Seconded by Councilor Davis and carried unanimously by those nine
members of Council present for this meeting, with Councilor Barnes being absent
for the meeting.
An Ordinance (10-54) ? Rezoning property located at 2901, 2903 & 2907 10th
Street is proposed for rezoning from SFR4 (Single Family Residential 4) zoning
district to SFR4 (Single Family Residential 4) zoning district with
conditions. The proposed use is Single Family Residential. (30-CA-10-Wynnton
Neighborhood Housing, Inc.) Councilor Henderson moved the adoption of the
ordinance. Seconded by Councilor Allen and carried unanimously by those nine
members of Council present for this meeting, with Councilor Barnes being absent
for the meeting.
An Ordinance (10-55) ? Rezoning property located at 302, 342, 352 Bragg
Smith Street & 2055, 2057 Cusseta Road from RMF2 (Residential Multi Family 2)
zoning district to RMF1 (Residential Multi Family 1) zoning district.
(22-A-10-Columbus Habitat for Humanity) The proposed use is Single Family
Residential. Councilor Henderson moved the adoption of the ordinance. Seconded
by Councilor Allen and carried unanimously by those nine members of Council
present for this meeting, with Councilor Barnes being absent for the meeting.
An Ordinance (10-56) ? Amending Section 3-1 of the Columbus Code so as to
add a new definition for small multi-purpose theatre; and for other purposes.
Councilor Woodson moved the adoption of the ordinance. Seconded by Mayor Pro
Tem Turner Pugh and carried unanimously by those nine members of Council
present for this meeting, with Councilor Barnes being absent for the meeting.
An Ordinance (10-57) ? Amending City Code Section 20-14.4 on sidewalks,
etc. by adding a new paragraph (E) Historic District ? A parking alignment is
hereby established for any vehicles parking between the street curb/edge of
paving and the street right-of-way/property line within the original designated
Historic District of Columbus; That any vehicles parked between the street and
the street right-of-way line/property line shall park perpendicular to the
street in a single line; said vehicles shall park in line with an authorized
driveway ? curb cut for the purpose of protecting street green spaces;
repealing any conflicting ordinances; and for other purposes. Councilor
Woodson moved the adoption of the ordinance. Seconded by Councilor McDaniel and
carried unanimously by those nine members of Council present for this meeting,
with Councilor Barnes being absent for the meeting.
City Attorney Fay pointed out that this ordinance will go into effect 10
days after the Mayor signs it.
An Ordinance (10-58) ? Amending Chapter 2 of the Columbus Code so as to
provide that members of the Land Bank Authority of Columbus, Georgia shall be
appointed by the Columbus Council, effective November 1, 2014, pursuant
O.C.G.A. 48-4-62; and for other purposes. Councilor Davis moved the adoption of
the ordinance. Seconded by Councilor McDaniel and carried unanimously by those
nine members of Council present for this meeting, with Councilor Barnes being
absent for the meeting.
An Ordinance (10-59) ? Continuing installment payments on October 1 and
December 1 for ad valorem taxes to the Muscogee County Tax Commissioner; and
for other purposes. Mayor Pro Tem Turner Pugh moved the adoption of the
ordinance. Seconded by Councilor McDaniel and carried unanimously by those nine
members of Council present for this meeting, with Councilor Barnes being absent
for the meeting.
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THE FOLLOWING ZONING ORDINANCE WAS SUBMITTED AND EXPLAINED BY CITY
ATTORNEY FAY AND INTRODUCED ON FIRST READING AND A PUBLIC HEARING HELD AS
ADVERTISED:________
An Ordinance ? Rezoning property located at 4124 Forrest Road from NC
(Neighborhood Commercial) zoning district to GC (General Commercial) zoning
district. (33-A-10-Patel) The proposed use is convenience store with gas
sales.
PROPONENTS & OPPONENTS:
Mr. Patel, the proponent was present, but he did not make a presentation
as there was no one present to oppose this proposed rezoning ordinance.
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THE FOLLOWING ORDINANCE WAS ALSO SUBMITTED AND EXPLAINED BY CITY ATTORNEY
FAY AND AFTER SEVERAL MINUTES OF DISCUSSION WAS INTRODUCED ON FIRST READING:_
An Ordinance ? Amending Article II of Chapter 4 of the Columbus Code so as
to provide for duties of the Recreation Advisory Board including regular
reports to the Mayor, City Manager and Clerk of Council; and for other
purposes.
City Attorney Fay said that Councilor Davis wants to add the word and
Council
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THE FOLLOWING TWO ORDINANCES WERE ALSO SUBMITTED AND EXPLAINED BY CITY
ATTORNEY FAY AND INTRODUCED ON FIRST READING
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An Ordinance ? Amending Section 11.7.1 of the Columbus Code of Ordinances
by deleting the Fire District as described in Subsection (b); and for other
purposes.
An Ordinance ? Extending the Billboard Moratorium to December 31, 2010.
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THE FOLLOWING TWO RESOLUTIONS WERE SUBMITTED AND EXPLAINED BY CITY
ATTORNEY FAY AND ADOPTED BY THE
COUNCIL:________________________________________________________
A Resolution (417-10) ? Approving a Special Exception Use for property
located at 2719 47th Street in a SFR3 (Single Family Residential 3) zoning
district, with the proposed use being a Place of Worship on less than two
acres. Councilor McDaniel moved the adoption of the resolution. Seconded by
Councilor Allen and carried unanimously by those nine members of Council
present for this meeting, with Councilor Barnes being absent for the meeting.
A Resolution (418-10) ? Approving a Special Exception Use for property
located at 3001 Airport Thruway for use in a GC (General Commercial) zoning
district. The proposed use is a school. Councilor McDaniel moved the adoption
of the resolution. Seconded by Councilor Henderson and carried unanimously by
those nine members of Council present for this meeting, with Councilor Barnes
being absent for the meeting.
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THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS SUBMITTED AND EXPLAINED BY CITY ATTORNEY FAY
AND DEALYED BY THE COUNCIL AT THE REQUEST OF THE BOARD OF TAX ASSESSORS:
A Resolution ? Establishing 25 acres as the minimum number of acres for
qualifying for current use valuation and taxation of bona fide conservation use
property and bona fide residential transitional property, pursuant to O.C.G.A.
Section 48-5-7.4(a)(3).
City Attorney Fay pointed out that Chief of Tax Assessors Mrs. Betty
Middleton has forwarded a memorandum to the Council to ask that this matter be
delayed until the December 7th Council meeting. Councilor McDaniel made a
motion to delay the matter. Seconded by Councilor Allen and carried unanimously
by those nine members of Council present for this meeting, with Councilor
Barnes being absent for the meeting.
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THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS ALSO SUBMITTED AND EXPLAINED BY CITY ATTORNEY
FAY AND ADOPTED BY THE
COUNCIL:________________________________________________________
A Resolution (419-10) ? Requesting a review by the Internal Auditor in the
Convention and Visitors Bureau (operations). Councilor Henderson moved the
adoption of the resolution. Seconded by Councilor Allen and carried unanimously
by those nine members of Council present for this meeting, with Councilor
Barnes being absent for the meeting.
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PUBLIC AGENDA
Mr. Willie E. Solomon, Re: Request refund of taxes for 2002.
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MR. RICHARD BISHOP, RE: BROADWAY HOLIDAY AND
LIGHTINING OF CITY CHRISMAS TREE:___________________________
Mr. Richard Bishop, who requested to be listed on the Agenda to extend an
invitation to the Mayor and Council to attend the Broadway Holiday and lighting
of City Christmas Tree, did not respond when Mayor Wetherington called upon
him to address the Council; however, Mr. Bickerstaff came forward, to outline
the upcoming events for the holidays, as well as extended an invitation for the
Mayor and Council to attend the event.
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MR. JIM RHODES, RE: INFORMATION ON MOON ROOD AND INCREASED TRAFFIC DUE TO
BRAC:___________________________
Mr. Jim Rhodes, who requested to be listed on the Agenda to be provided
some information on Moon Road and increased traffic due to BRAC cancelled his
scheduled appearance before the Council.
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CITY MANAGER'S AGENDA:
THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS SUBMITTED AND EXPLAIND BY CITY MANAGER HUGLEY
AND ADOPTED BY THE
COUNCIL:________________________________________________________
A Resolution (421-10) ? Authorizing the approval to proceed with
executing and funding the pre-construction requirements for Road Improvement
Projects funded through the Local Option Sales Tax and Special Purpose Local
Option Sales Tax to include Right of Way Acquisition, Permanent and Temporary
Construction Easement, Utility Relocation, Environmental Mitigation and other
necessary agreements to prepare projects for construction. Councilor Henderson
moved the adoption of the resolution. Seconded by Councilor Allen and carried
unanimously by those nine members of Council present for this meeting with
Councilor Barnes being absent for the meeting.
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THE FOLLOWING FOUR 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 MCDANIEL AND SECONDED BY
COUNCILOR ALLEN AND CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY B Y THOSE
EIGHT MEMBERS OF COUNCL PRESENT AT THE TIME WITH
COUNCILOR BARNES BEING ABSENT FROM THE MEETING AND
COUNCILOR ANTHONY BEING ABSENT FOR THIS VOTE:___________
A Resolution (421-10) ? Authorizing the approval to grant an easement to
the Columbus Water Works on property located at Benning Hills ? Land Lot, 15
7th District in Columbus, Muscogee County, Georgia. The easement requested is
depicted on the attachments with the easement area highlighted in yellow.
A Resolution (422-10) ? Authorizing the submission of an application and
if approved accept $164,131.00 or the amount awarded from the Georgia
Department of Transportation - Safe Routes to School Grant Program to have
sidewalks added to segments of six streets near Clubview Elementary School on
the south side of the campus.
A Resolution (423-10) ? Authorizing the submission of an application and
if approved accept $120,000.00 in grant funds or the amount awarded from the
Georgia Department of Natural Resources for the Columbus Handicapped Trail
improvement at Cooper Creek Park.
A Resolution (424-10) ? Authorizing the approval of payment to employees
for unused sick leave in accordance with 16B-15-6(2) of the Columbus Code of
Ordinances.
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THE FOLLOWING FOUR PURCHASING RESOLUTIONS WERE
SUBMITTED BY CITY MANAGER HUGLEY AND ADOPTED BY THE
COUNCIL PURSUANT TO THE ADOPTIION OF A SINGLE MOTION
MADE BY COUNCILOR MCDANIEL AND SECONDED BY COUNCILOR
ALLEN AND CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY B Y THOSE EIGHT MEMBERS
OF COUNCL PRESENT AT THE TIME WITH COUNCILOR BARNES
BEING ABSENT FROM THE MEETING AND COUNCILOR ANTHONY
BEING ABSENT FOR THIS VOTE: __________________________________
A Resolution (425-10) ? Authorizing the approval of the contract with ECS
Southeast, LLC and ATC Associates, Inc., for Geotechnical Environmental Testing
Services on an ?as needed basis?. The contract will be utilized by the
Engineering, Public Services and Community Reinvestment Departments for various
projects requiring geotechnical and environmental testing. The term of this
contract shall be for two years, with the option to renew for three (3)
additional twelve-month periods. Contract renewal will be contingent upon the
mutual agreement of the City and the Contractor.
A Resolution (426-10) ? Authorizing the approval of the purchase of
various leather items on an ?as needed basis? from Gil Hebard Guns, Inc., for
the estimated annual contract value of $104,957.85. The leather items consist
of belts, handcuff cases, flashlight holders, baton holders, holsters, magazine
pouches, etc., and will be used by the Police Department, Sheriff?s Department
and Marshal?s Department. The contract period 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 Contractor and the City.
A Resolution (427-10) ? Authorizing payment to Mr. Jonathan Sellers and
Bennett and Castor, P.C. in the amount of $20,000.00 to settle a risk
management claim. The claim settlement relates to an accident that occurred on
January 10, 2009. A Police Officer was involved in an accident with a private
owned vehicle at the intersection of Victory Drive and Benning Drive.
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CLERK OF COUNCIL?S AGENDA:
THE FOLLOWING ITEMS WERE SUBMITTED BY CLERK OF COUNCIL WASHINGTON AS
INFORMATION FOR THE MAYOR &
COUNCIL:______________________________________________________
(1) Memorandum from Clerk of Council Washington, Re: O.C.G.A. 48-5-7.4
Authorizing county governing authorities to establish a minimum number of acres
as a condition for qualifying for current use valuation and taxation of bona
fide conservation use property and bona fide residential transitional property.
(2) Memorandum from Clerk of Council Washington, Re: Information submitted by
Mr. Arnold Farley. (This information in its entirety is included in the mail
packets).
(3) Memorandum from Clerk of Council Washington, Re: Update on the Recreation
Advisory Board.
(4) Memorandum from Clerk of Council Washington, Re: Civic Center Advisory
Board.
(5) Memorandum from Clerk of Council Washington, Re: Cooperative Extension
Advisory Board.
(6) Memorandum from Clerk of Council Washington, Re: Housing Authority.
(7) Memorandum from Clerk of Council Washington, Re: Uptown Facade Board.
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THE FOLLOWING FOUR RESOLUTIONS WERE SUBMITTED AND EXPLAINED BY CLERK OF
COUNCIL WASHINGTON AND ADOPTED BY THE COUNCIL PURSUANT TO THE ADOPTION OF A
SINGLE MOTION MADE BY COUNCILOR HENDERSON AND SECONDED BY COUNCILOR ALLEN,
WHICH CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY BY THOSE NINE MEMBERS OF COUNCIL PRESNET FOR THIS
MEETING, WITH COUNCILOR BARNES BEING ABSENT:_____________________________
A Resolution (428-10) ? Excusing Councilor Charles E. McDaniel, Jr. from
the November 9, 2010 Council Meeting.
A Resolution (429-10) ? Excusing Councilor Jerry ?Pops? Barnes from the
November 23, 2010 Council Meeting.
A Resolution (430-10) ? Changing the December 7, 2010
Proclamation Meeting to a regular Council Meeting at 5:30 p.m. and canceling
the
regular Council Meeting scheduled for December 28, 2010.
A Resolution (431-10) ? Changing the January 4, 2011 Proclamation Meeting
to a regular Council Meeting to be held at 9:00 a.m.
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MINUTES OF THE FOLLOWING BOARDS WERE SUBMITTED BY
CLERK OF COUNCIL WASHINGTON AND OFFICALLY APPROVED
BY THE COUNCIL:________________________________________________
Board of Elections & Registration, October 7, 2010.
Board of Health, October 27, 2010.
Board of Tax Assessors, No. 39-10.
Convention & Visitors Bureau, October 20, 2010.
Housing Authority, October 20, 2010.
Keep Columbus Beautiful Commission, October 12, 2010.
Uptown Facade Board, October 18, 2010.
Councilor Allen moved the approval of the minutes. Seconded by Councilor
Woodson and carried unanimously by those nine members of Council present at the
time, with Councilor Barnes being absent from the meeting.
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THE FOLLOWING TEMPORARY STREET CLOSING APPLICATIONS, WHICH WERE ADD-ON
ITEMS TO THE CLERK OF COUNCIL?S AGENDA WERE SUBMITTED BY CLERK OF COUNCIL
WASHINGTON AND APPROVED BY THE COUNCIL:_________________
Application of Richard Bishop to temporarily close the 1100 block of
Broadway from 11th Street to 12th Street on Friday, December 3, 2010 from 5:30
p.m. - 9:00 p.m., in connection with pedestrian safety during the Broadway
Holiday 2010 event.
Application of Sandee Olson to temporarily close 3rd Avenue from 11th
Street to 12th Street on Saturday, December 4, 2010 from 7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.,
in connection with St. Luke United Methodist Church event to provide items to
underprivileged individuals.
Councilor Henderson moved the approval of the two temporary street closing
applications as outlined above. Seconded by Councilor Allen and carried
unanimously by those nine members of Council present for this meeting, with
Councilor Barnes being absent.
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THE FOLLOWING TWO NEW ZONING PETITIONS, WHICH ARE BEING RECOMMENDED FOR
APPROVAL BY BOTH THE PLANNING ADVISORY COMMISSION AND THE PLANNING DEPARTMENT
WAS SUBMITTED BY CLERK OF COUNCIL WASHINGTON AND AN ORDINANCE AND PUBLIC
HEAIRNG WAS CALLED FOR BY COUNCILOR MCDANIEL:
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Petition submitted by Jake Flournoy to rezone 60.65 acres of property
located at the northeast corner of I-185 and Williams Road from RO (Residential
Office with conditions) to RO (Residential Office with amended conditions)
district.
(38-A-10-Flournoy)
Petition submitted by Thomas Richardson to rezone .352 acre of property
located at 7918 Crawford Drive from SFR2 (Single Family Residential 2) to SFR3
(Single Family Residential 3) district. (39-A-10-Richardson)
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BOARD APPOINTMENTS:
ANIMAL CONTROL ADVISORY BOARD:
Clerk of Council Washington pointed out that Dr. John Blozsies is no
longer a resident of Muscogee County and that we are waiting to hear back from
the
Veterinary Association for someone to fill this position.
Councilor Woodson said she spoke with Mr. LeFranc earlier in the meeting
and said he would not be eligible because he is not a resident of Muscogee
County.
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BUILDING AUTHORITY:
Clerk of Council Washington point out that we are still working on a
replacement for the seat of Terry Ballard who does not desire reappointment.
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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COUNCIL:
Clerk of Council Washington pointed out that Mayor Pro Tem Turner Pugh
is working on a replacement for someone to succeed Mr. Arthur Rogers for her
District 4 representative.
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CONVENTION AND TRADE CENTER AUTHORITY:
Clerk of Council Washington pointed out that Mayor Wetherington is
nominating Mr. Colin Martin to succeed himself for another term of office.
Councilor Henderson moved he be confirmed. Seconded by Councilor Allen and
carried unanimously by those nine members of Council present for this meeting,
with Councilor Barnes being absent from the meeting.
She also pointed out that the Mayor is nominating Ms. Gloria Strode to
succeed Mr. Frank Etheridge, III, who could not succeed himself. Councilor
Woodson moved she be confirmed. Seconded by Councilor Allen and carried
unanimously by those nine members of Council present for this meeting, with
Councilor Barnes being absent from the meeting.
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CRIME PREVENTION BOARD:
Clerk of Council Washington pointed out that Dr. Kim Peters has resigned
her
at-large seat on the Crime Prevention Board and that the Council will need to
nominate someone else to fill this position.
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PUBLIC SAFETY ADVISORY COMMISSION:
Clerk of Council Washington pointed out that the term of Mr. Robert Loving
on the Public Safety Advisory Commission has expired and that he is not
eligible to succeed himself for another term of office. She said he represents
Council District Three and pointed out that the District is going to have to
nominate someone for this position.
She also pointed out that Mr. Archie Rainey?s term of office has also
expired and that he is not eligible to succeed himself and this is Council
District Ten?s representative. Councilor Henderson said he is working on a
replacement.
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RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD:
Clerk of Council Washington pointed out the following appointments are
need for the Recreation Advisory Board: Mr. Bradford Haines has resigned
his position as the Council District Two representative on the Recreation
Advisory Board, as well as Mr. Terrell Aldridge does not desire to serve any
longer, and he represents Council District Four. She also pointed out that the
seat in which Mr. Cecil Calhoun was originally appointed to, is now vacant, and
he represented
Council District Eight. Mr. James Anthony, who represented Council District Ten
does not desire to serve
She said we have been unable to contact Ms. Tiffany Tootle, therefore, a
new representative for Council District Five is also needed. She said Mr.
Bradley Ogletree, who represents Council District One is eligible to succeed
himself.
Councilor Davis said he thought that he had nominated Mr. Bob Johnson on
last week for the position of Mr. Bradford Haines. Clerk of Council Washington
said she did not recall that, but said we can go ahead and confirmed him
tonight. Councilor Allen so moved. Seconded by Councilor Henderson and carried
unanimously by those ten members of Council present for this meeting.
Councilor Barnes said he would like to nominate Mr. Andre Die for his
Council District One seat. Councilor Allen moved confirmation. Seconded by
Councilor Woodson and carried unanimously by those ten members of Council
present for this meeting.
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CHARTER REVIEW COMMISSION:
Clerk of Council Washington pointed out that Councilor McDaniel is
nominating Mr. Bob Hydrick, as his Council District 8 representative on the
Charter Review Commission. Councilor Hunter moved he be confirmed. Seconded by
Councilor Allen and carried unanimously by those nine members of Council
present for this meeting, with Councilor Barnes absent from the meeting.
Councilor Anthony nominated Mr. Alton Russell for his appointment to the
Charter Review Commission. Councilor Henderson moved he be confirmed. Seconded
by Councilor Allen and carried unanimously by those nine members of Council
present for this meeting, with Councilor Barnes absent from the meeting.
She also pointed out that the Mayor appoints fifteen members and the
Council nominates ten members to represent their districts.
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With there being no other business to come before this Council, Councilor
McDaniel then made a motion to adjourn. Seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Turner Pugh
and carried unanimously by those nine members of Council present for this
meeting with Councilor Barnes being absent from the meeting, and the time of
adjournment being 7:55 p.m.
Tiny. B. Washington, CMC
Clerk of Council
Council of Columbus, Georgia
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