MINUTES
COUNCIL OF COLUMBUS, GEORGIA
REGULAR SESSION
JANUARY 29, 2008
The regular weekly meeting of the Council of Columbus, Georgia was called
to order at 9:03 A.M., Tuesday, January 29, 2007, on the Plaza Level of the
Government Center, Columbus, Georgia. Honorable W.J. Wetherington, Mayor,
presiding.
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PRESENT: Present other that Mayor Wetherington were Councilors R. Gary Allen,
Wayne Anthony, Mike Baker, Glenn Davis, Berry H. Henderson, Julius H. Hunter
Jr., and Charles E. McDaniel Jr. City Manager Isaiah Hugley, City Attorney
Clifton Fay, Clerk of Council Tiny B. Washington and Deputy Clerk of Council
Sandra Davis were also present. Councilors Jerry ?Pops? Barnes and Evelyn
Woodson to their seat at 9:06 a.m. and 9:07 a.m. respectively.
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ABSENT: Mayor Pro Tem Evelyn Turner Pugh was absent.
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INVOCATION: Offered by Reverend Dennis Lacy of North Highland Church
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PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Led by Bridges Learning Center with Ms. Lauren Williams.
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PROCLAMATIONS:
?KATHRYN BRYANT DAY?:
With Ms. Kathryn Bryant standing at the Council table, Mayor Wetherington
read the proclamation into the record proclaiming January 29, 2008 as ?Kathryn
Bryant Day? in Columbus, Georgia.
Ms Bryant expressed how thankful she is for this honor for Mayor
Wetherington and his work with disabled children and for the City Council?s
desire to help the children of Columbus who has physical disabilities.
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?BLACK HISTORY MONTH?:
With Ms. Gertjegerdes standing at the Council table, Councilor Hunter read
the proclamation of Mayor Wetherington proclaiming the month of February 2008
as ?Black History Month? in Columbus, Georgia.
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CITY ATTORNEY?S AGENDA:
THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS SUBMITTED AND EXPLAINED BY CITY ATTORNEY FAY
AND ADOPTED BY THE
COUNCIL:___
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A Resolution (24-08) Establishing qualifying fees for county offices of the
Consolidated Government to be filled in the 2008 primaries and elections.
Councilor Allen moved the adoption of the resolution. Seconded by Councilor
Baker and carried unanimously by those eight members of Council present at this
time with Councilor Woodson being absent for this vote and Mayor Pro Tem Turner
Pugh being absent from meeting.
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EXECUTIVE SESSION
City Attorney Fay informed Council that City Manager Hugley is requesting a
short executive session to discuss real estate acquisition after the
adjournment of today?s meeting.
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SPECIAL ANNOUCMENT:
City Manager Hugley expressed his appreciation to Mayor and Council for
allowing him to share with Council, something that is not on the agenda. He
said those who have been watching WTVM a few mornings would have seen Columbus
receive designation for the second year in a row as ?One of One Hundred Best
Communities? in the United States for young people. City Manager Hugley then
allowed Deputy City Manager Goodwin to continue with the presentation.
Deputy City Manager Goodwin asked Mr. Tony Adams (Parks & Recreation) and
his staff to join her at the podium. She then stated that this could not have
been accomplished without the full collaboration of agencies especially Cammy
Currie ? (Parks & Recreation), who put the application together.
She said The America?s Promise Alliance has five promises: safe places,
healthy start, effective education, opportunities to make a difference, and
caring adults.
Deputy City Manager Goodwin then played a videotape of the presentation
after which Ms. Currie addressed the Council.
Ms. Currie expressed her appreciation to Ms. Goodwin for allowing the Parks
& Recreation Department to apply for this award and under Mr. Tony Adams
leadership, they also wrote it. She further stated that this is a tremendous
award written by herself and about six others in her department. Ms. Currie
stated that the award is not about Parks & Recreation, or the city alone, but
rather it is about the partnerships.
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PUBLIC AGENDA:
THE FOLLOWING PERSONS APPEARED ON THE PUBLIC AGENDA AND PROVIDED IS A
SUMMARY OF THEIR COMMENTS:____________
MS. P.J. KENNEDY AND MR. CLIFF MASON, REPRESENTING THE SPRINGER COMMUNITY
OUTREACH COMMITTEE, RE: AN INVITATION TO ATTEND ?TO KILL A
MOCKINGBIRD?:_____________
Mr. Mason expressed his appreciation to Council for their support of the
municipal arts fund through the Columbus Cultural Arts Alliance and stated that
with the Council?s support, the Springer has been able to continue production
in Columbus and other cities throughout the country. He stated that last year
60,000 people in three states saw Springer productions; in Columbus, the
Springer is striving. He further stated that last year the audience grew by 70%
and this growth can be attributed to the fact that young people have been
included not in the performances but in all the activities at the Springer. Mr.
Mason stated that to ?To Kill A Mockingbird? is currently in production on the
main stage and show Council a scene from the play.
Councilor Woodson stated that this is a reflection of the many talents and
opportunities the students and residents of Columbus, Georgia.
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MR. BILLY WATSON, RE: HEALTH INSURANCE FOR RETIRED CITY
EMPLOYEES:______________________________________________
Mr. Watson said he received a call yesterday from Herman Resources Director
Tom Barron requesting a meeting with him and Blue Cross/Blue Shield on
Thursday. He also said that he was before this Council three weeks ago about
this same issue and City Manager Hugley said he would meet with the retirees to
address their concerns. Mr. Watson said he has not heard from the City Manager
but the problem they were having is that retirees were going to doctors and
receiving medical treatment; the card (health insurance card) was showing zero
co-pay, yet the plan showed a 20% co-insurance to be collected at the time
service was rendered. He said that even though the doctors were not collecting
this money, the retirees receiving service are concerned about the bill and
where it would come from.
Mr. Watson said the last time he was before this Council, it is his
understanding that on a $100.00 doctor bill, the retiree will pay $20 and the
card will pay the balance. He said this could not work because last year he had
a back operation and the doctor bill was $6,500; Medicare approved $834.07 of
which they pay $667.20 and since I was self insured at the time, my son paid
the $166.01. He said if he had to pay 20% of the total bill, he would have to
pay $1300 just for the doctor bill and with the hospital bill it probably would
have gone up to $2,000.
Mr. Watson stated that when he spoke to Mr. Barron yesterday, he was
informed that the payment is not on the total bill but rather on the amount
approved by Medicare.
He said he expressed to Mr. Barron that they (retirees) would like to stay
with the city plan and with some minor changes and explanations he believes
that the city can have a plan that is better for the retirees and still save
the city over $800,000.
City Manager Hugley informed Council that there are three meetings schedule
(February 7, 19, and 26, 2008) at the Gallops Senior Center at 6:00p.m and
fliers were mailed yesterday to each of our retirees and we hope that the
retirees will come out and hear from the representatives from Blue Cross/Blue
Shield and not have to rely on others interpretations. He said that Mr. Baron
has also done a Q&A (as suggested by Councilor Woodson) document that will also
be provided to the retirees.
City Manager Hugley further stated that Human Resources Director Tom Baron
met with Mr. Michael Johnson (President of the Retired City Employees
Association) on Friday and Mr. Johnson brought six city retirees with him to
that meeting who had the opportunity to meet with a independent insurance
broker (that would like to sell Medicare Advantage or Medi-Gap plans to city
employees) who provided the following information regarding health insurance
plans including what is being offered to city retirees:
- When asked about which plan is better for retirees, the broker informed
them that the new retiree plan is a very good plan and the reason for its cost
is primarily due to the high level of prescription drug coverage.
- When asked which was better ? one of the cheaper plans being sold by the
broker or the city plan, the broker responded that his plan was better (lower
premium payment) was better for healthy retirees but for those with existing
medical conditions or may become ill, the city plan is better.
- Out of pocket cost for the less expensive plans were up to $4,000 plus
per admission of hospital charges of up to $1,600.
City Manager Hugley said he wants to make the retirees happy and reiterated
that the annual contribution to fund the long-term liability was an issue and
was calculated at $22.5 million ? about 18 times higher than the $1.2 million
that the city paid in 2006. He said that our health care insurance has gone
from $14.2 million in 2004 to $18.7 million today ? and the new law requires
that the city put aside monies for future liabilities to cover retirees who
will be retiring in the years to come. He said this money has to be put aside
or the city has to at least book the liability and they are offering what they
can afford to offer but were also contemplating going from $100 to $120 per
month but kept it at $100 per month with no increase.
City Manager Hugley said he asked Finance Director Hodge what the unfunded
actuary liability was and was told that it is $216,922,428 (liability booked
$20.1 million) but he unfunded actuary liability with the Medicare Advantage
Plan (implemented as of January 2008) is $63,989,041 (liability booked $4.6
million). He said this was in the best interest of the government and is the
best level of service that we can provide to our retirees.
Councilor Davis asked City Manager Hugley how much money is currently in
the pension plan and also asked that the dates for the meeting with the
retirees be emailed to Councilors. City Manager Hugley said about $218 million
in the pension plan and he will email those dates that were announced for the
upcoming meetings.
Mayor Wetherington said he wanted all the retirees to know that we are
committed to providing the best insurance they can provide; they have always
taken care of their retirees and will continue to do so.
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MR. FRANK MYERS REPRESENTING HILTON HEIGHTS NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION, RE: A
VARIANCE REQUEST TO ERECT CUSTOM MADE NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH SIGNS:________
Mr. Myers said this organization was started in 2005 because of the crime
problem and the main focus is neighborhood watch. He said they have pooled
their resources and hired off duty police and law enforcement officers to
patrol the area and during the Christmas season there were no major instances
of crime ?something they are very proud of.
Mr. Myers said the reason they are asking for this sign variance is because
they have successfully created an identity for themselves within this
geographical area. He said all the full members have a yard sign with a logo on
it and have just received stickers for their vehicles that will help police
identify whether someone should be in the area. He showed Council the basic
sign that is used in other areas in Columbus and stated that all they are
asking Council to do is grant them a variance so they can incorporate their
logo in the existing neighborhood watch signs and is also asking for additional
signs (since the city only provide four). Mr. Myers also showed Council an
example of the sign they would like to post in the parameter of the association
boundaries and maybe a few within the neighborhood itself. He said they would
like about 20 to 24 signs; they currently have 8 and the neighborhood
association will pay for the signs so there will be no out-of-pocket on the
city.
Deputy City Manager Arrington said they are in support of the Hilton
Heights Neighborhood in their efforts to get the neighborhood watch program
going but the request to erect a unique (custom made) sign was presented to the
traffic engineering staff and they looked to the UDO for guidance and the UDO
requires that signs erected on public right-of-way conform to design standards,
specifically on public right-of-way shall be according to the Federal Manual on
Uniform Traffic Control Devices. He said this sign does not confirm to that
standard and the traffic engineer authority did not have the authority to
approve the request. For signs erected in private property ? such request would
go to the Board of Zoning Appeals. He said regarding signs on the public
right-of-way however, will have to come directly to Council.
City Attorney Fay informed the Mayor that Council would need a motion and a
6 to 4 majority vote to approve this variance request but keep in mind that the
traffic engineer should approve these signs as to location since they will
benefit public safety.
Mayor Wetherington and Council spent another thirty minutes discussing this
issue and addressing questions and concerns raised by Councilors after which
Councilor Allen asked City Attorney Fay to assist Council in properly wording
the motion to include language that would not set precedence.
City Attorney Fay said for today?s? purpose (addressing the current sign
issue), a motion is needed to grant a variance to neighborhood watch signs in
the Hilton Heights community for enhancement of public safety which meet or
exceeds the standards in the UDO section? 4.4.8(b). Councilor McDaniel then
made a motion to grant the variance as stated by City Attorney Fay. Seconded by
Councilor Baker and carried unanimously by those nine members of Council
present with Mayor Pro Tem Turner Pugh being absent from this meeting.
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REVEREND BILL HOWELL, REPRESENTING THE RAINBOW PUSH COALITION, RE: THE
MORTAGE FORECLOSURE CRISIS: __________
Rev. Howell said he is here to appeal to Council to use their leadership to
address the crisis in the community ? criminal activities and the current
mortgage crisis. He also said parents are allowing their children to eat junk,
to think junk, to watch junk, to listen to junk, to play with junk and then we
are surprise when they turn out to be social junkies. He said there are also
problems in the school system with racial disparity and profiling.
Rev. Howell said a few months ago a young man came to him at one of their
meetings and expressed that he had lost his home. One month later another
gentleman and his wife expressed that they too have lost their home and so we
must do something about this, if not the crisis will continue to snowball. He
said when homeowners loose their home, no taxes gets collected (in this city)
on those abandoned homes and those homes become a haven for crime, drugs and
fire hazards.
Rev Howell provided a handout to Council of recommendations to help the
victims of foreclosure crisis.
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CITY MANAGERS? AGENDA:
THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS SUBMITTED AND EXPLAINED BY CITY MANAGER HUGLEY
AND DELAYED BY THE COUNCIL AFTER MUCH DISCUSSION:_____________________________
A Resolution ? Authorizing the use of 1999C Bond funds for any uses and
purposes as set forth in the Enterprise Zone Act, as amended.
City Manager Hugley reminded Mayor and Council of the presentation that was
done last week regarding the enterprise zone to include specific statistics.
However, should this resolution be approved today, it would allow for funds
used to purchased property previously or subsequently purchased with funds from
series 1999C bonds or other funds may be used for any of the uses or purposes
set forth in the act as amended and as provided in Ordinance (00-106 and
01-29). He said if this resolution is approved today he will bring another
resolution next week declaring the property surplus and asking Council to allow
staff to do an RPF at which time he will provide a time line for the process.
City Manager Hugley, in response to a question from a Councilperson said
that if new residential construction occurs in the enterprise zone those homes
would be eligible for tax abatement - they would get 100 % tax abatement for 5
years; 80% for 2 additional years; followed by 60%, 40%, and 20% for the
remaining three years.
The issue of tax abatement and other concerns regarding the enterprise zone
went on for several minutes with Council members, Ms. Cathy Williams
(Neighborhood Works Columbus), Mr. Joe Riddle (Community Reinvestment), as well
as a concerned citizen (Mr. Robert Loving) expressing their views and concerns.
City Manager Hugley said he would delay this item for one week so as to
allow staff to follow up and provide answers to the questions asked by Council.
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THE FOLLOWING FIVE RESOLUTIONS WERE SUBMITTED AND EXPLAINED BY CITY
MANAGER HUGLEY AND ADOPTED BY THE COUNCIL:
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A Resolution (25-08) ? Authorizing the submission of an application and if
approved accept a grant for $10,639.08 from the Columbus Health Department for
a Metropolitan Medical Response System Grant for equipment to outfit and
retrofit support vehicles deployed in support of the local Georgia Search and
Rescue Task Force 4A based in Columbus, Georgia. Councilor McDaniel moved the
adoption of the resolution. Seconded by Councilor Henderson and carried
unanimously by those nine members of Council present at the time with Mayor Pro
Tem Turner Pugh being absent from this meeting.
A Resolution (26-08) ? Authorizing the acceptance of a grant of $ 10,000
from the C.C. and Sarah T. Butler fund and a $5,000 grant from W.B. and Sue T.
Turner Family Fund for the Learning Together Parents as Teachers Program.
Councilor McDaniel moved the adoption of the resolution. Seconded by Councilor
Allen and carried unanimously by those nine members of Council present at the
time with Mayor Pro Tem Turner Pugh being absent from this meting.
A Resolution (27-08) ? Authorizing the acceptance of a deed to the
1.14-acre Detention Pond located in River Crest Subdivision. The Department of
Engineering has inspected this pond and recommends the acceptance. Councilor
McDaniel moved the adoption of the resolution. Seconded by Councilor Allen and
carried unanimously by those nine members of Council present at the time with
Mayor Pro Tem Turner Pugh being absent from this meting.
A Resolution (28-08) Authorizing and declaring 8,411 square feet of
property located at 2400 13th Street, corner of 13th Street and Stark Avenue,
as surplus and transfer to the adjacent two property owners. Councilor McDaniel
moved the adoption of the resolution. Seconded by Councilor Allen and carried
unanimously by those nine members of Council present at the time with Mayor Pro
Tem Turner Pugh being absent from this meting.
A Resolution (29-08) Authorizing the execution of a Quit Claim Deed to
Wynnton Hill Baptist Church, Inc., for 0.0972 acres +/- alley located at the
rear and side of 2620 Buena Vista Road and 748 and 748A Lawyers Lane, adjacent
to Wynnton Hill Baptist Church, Inc., for an addition to their parking lot.
Councilor McDaniel moved the adoption of the resolution. Seconded by Councilor
Woodson and carried unanimously by those nine members of Council present at the
time with Mayor Pro Tem Turner Pugh being absent from this meting.
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THE FOLLOWING FOUR PURCHASING RESOLUTIONS WERE ALSO 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, WHICH CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY BY THOSE NINE MEMBERS OF COUNCIL
PRESENT AT THE TIME, WITH MAYOR PRO TEM TURNER PUGH BEING ABSENT FROM THIS
MEETING: __________________________________
A Resolution (30-08) ? Authorizing the approval of custodial Supplies on an
"as needed basis" from Rutledge Enterprises, Georgia Correctional Industries,
Zep Manufacturing and Unisource Worldwide for the estimated annual contract
value of $138,228.43. Various departments of the Columbus Consolidated
Government will utilize these custodial supplies and chemicals.
A Resolution (31-08) ? Authorizing the approval of payment to IBM
Corporation, in the amount of $65,464.61, for the Lotus Notes annual license
renewal. The license renewal will cover Lotus Notes, Sametime, Domino, D.U.C.S.
and H.A.T.S., CommonStore for Lotus Notes, CommonStore Content Manager, Email
Search CommonStore license and maintenance support for a twelve-month period,
beginning March 1, 2008 through February 28, 2009.
A Resolution (32-08) ? Authorizing the approval of Mobile Data Terminal
(MDT) Service Maintenance Support in the amount of $43,075.63. The maintenance
provides hardware support and repair for MW520 and MW800 MDTs for the annual
period beginning February 1, 2008 through January 31, 2009. The MDTs are
installed in patrol, fire and service vehicles on a 24/7/365 schedule. The
units are deployed throughout CCG in the Police Department, Sheriff?s Office,
Fire Department & Emergency Medical Services, Marshal?s Office and Inspections
& Codes.
A Resolution (33-08) ? Authorizing the approval of a Hydraulic
Mini-Excavator in the amount of $34,237.00. The hydraulic mini-excavator is a
replacement unit that will be used by the Rainwater Division of the Public
Services Department to repair cave-ins, dig ditches, and repair/replace
underground pipe.
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HOCKEY GAME ? MILITARY APPRECIATION:
City Manager Hugley said he received a number of emails from citizens in
regards to a recent hockey game that had military appreciation night ? we will
continue to have military appreciation nights because the Soldiers abroad as
well as those at home deserves such appreciation for what they do for us and
the country. He further stated that when there is a hockey game, they (the
promoter) pay rent just like any other promoter for events held at the Civic
Center. But the food concession vendor that is contracted by the city is a
for-profit business but the promoters must workout a contract with the food
vendor for discount or free foods when they have military appreciation night ?
if such a contract is not worked out the prices for the food will not change-
they will pay full price. At the hockey game, there were no deals between the
food vendors and the promoters and pizza cost $4.00 per slice of a two-slice
plate for $7.00.
He then responded to questions of several members of the Council.
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ENTERPRISE ZONE:
City Attorney Fay said that he has received word from the Tax Assessors
Office and the 10-year abatement is transferable to a new owner and it does not
affect homestead value.
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CLERK OF COUNCIL AGENDA:
THE FOLLOWING ITEMS WERE SUBMITTED BY CLERK OF COUNCIL WASHINGTON AS
INFORMATION FOR THE MAYOR &
COUNCIL:______________________________________________________
ACCG?s Legislative Update, Volume 18, Number 2 - January 24, 2008.
(2) Biographical Sketch of Mr. Reynolds Bickerstaff, Councilor Woodson?s
nominee as submitted by the Uptown Business Association for the position of Mr.
Andy Gilbert on the Board of Historic & Architectural Review.
Biographical Sketch of Ms. Stacy Fahrenbruch, Councilor Baker?s nominee for the
position of Ms. Dora Jackson on the Board of Historic & Architectural Review.
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THE FOLLOWING THREE RESOLUTIONS WERE SUBMITTED AND EXPLAINED BY CLERK OF
COUNCIL WASHINGTON AND ADOPTED BY THE COUNCIL:_________________________________
A Resolution (34-08) Excusing Councilor R. Gary Allen from the January 22,
2008 Council Meeting. Councilor McDaniel made a motion to adopt the resolution.
Seconded by Councilor Henderson and carried unanimously by those seven members
of Council present at the time with Councilors Davis and Anthony being absent
for this vote and Mayor Pro Tem Turner Pugh being absent from this meeting.
A Resolution (35-08) Approving and receiving the report of the Finance
Director of those alcoholic beverage licenses that were approved and/or denied
during the month of December 2007. Councilor McDaniel made a motion to adopt
the resolution. Seconded by Councilor Henderson and carried unanimously by
those seven members of Council present at the time with Councilors Davis and
Anthony being absent for this vote and Mayor Pro Tem Turner Pugh being absent
from this meeting.
A Resolution (36-08) Approving a hardship variance request to waive the
minimum street frontage requirement in order to construct a residential
structure at 8701 Big Shinn Road. Councilor McDaniel made a motion to adopt the
resolution. Seconded by Councilor Henderson and carried unanimously by those
seven members of Council present at the time with Councilors Davis and Anthony
being absent for this vote and Mayor Pro Tem Turner Pugh being absent from this
meeting.
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MINUTES OF THE FOLLOWING BOARDS WERE SUBMITTED BY CLERK OF COUNCIL
WASHINGTON AND OFFICIALLY APPROVED BY THE
COUNCIL:________________________________
Airport Commission, November 28, 2007.
Airport Commission, December 21, 2007.
Board of Health, November 28, 2007.
Board of Tax Assessors, No. 01-08
Uptown Facade Board, December 17, 2007.
Councilor McDaniel made a motion to receive the minutes. Seconded by
Councilor Henderson and carried unanimously by those seven members of Council
present at the time with Councilors Davis and Anthony being absent for this
vote and Mayor Pro Tem Turner Pugh being absent from this meeting.
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BOARD APPOINTMENTS:
BOARD OF HEALTH:
Clerk of Council Washington pointed out that Councilor McDaniel is working
on a replacement for someone to succeed Dr. Sullivan on this board.
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BOARD OF HISTORIC & ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW:
Clerk of Council Washington informed Council that Ms. Barbara Pound, Mr.
Reynolds Bickerstaff, and Ms. Stacy Fahrenbruch can be confirmed. Councilor
Henderson moved the confirmation. Seconded by Councilor Woodson and carried
unanimously by those seven members of Council present at the time with
Councilors Davis and Anthony being absent for this vote and Mayor Pro Tem
Turner Pugh being absent from this meeting.
Clerk of Council Washington also pointed out that a replacement is still
needed for Ms. Helene Watson (at-large member) seat.
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HOSPITAL AUTHORITY OF COLUMBUS:
Clerk of Council Washington informed Council that two additional nominees
are still needed for Mr. Tracy Sayers and Ms. Nancy Rinn?s position on the
Hospital Authority Board. She said she is still working with Mr. Henson on
additional nominees for this authority.
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EXECUTIVE SESSION:
Regarding an earlier request of City Attorney Fay, Councilor Henderson made
a motion to allow Council to go into an executive session to discuss a matter
of property acquisition. Seconded by Councilor Woodson and carried unanimously
by those seven members of Council present at the time with Councilors Davis and
Anthony being absent for this vote and Mayor Pro Tem Turner Pugh being absent
from this meeting.
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At 11:50 a.m. the regular session was adjourned to allow the Council to go
into an executive session.
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At 11:55 a.m. the meeting was called back to order at which time Mayor
Wetherington pointed out that the Council met in an executive session to
discuss property acquisition, but no action was taken.
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With there being no other business to come before this Council, Councilor
Hunter then made a motion to adjourn. Seconded by Councilor Allen and carried
unanimously by those seven members of Council present at the time with
Councilors Davis and Anthony being absent for this vote and Mayor Pro Tem
Turner Pugh being absent from this meeting with the time being 12:17 p.m.
Tiny B. Washington, CMC
Clerk of Council
The Council of Columbus, Georgia
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