MINUTES
COUNCIL OF COLUMBUS, GEORGIA
REGULAR MEETING
APRIL 10, 2018
The regular weekly meeting of the Council of Columbus, Georgia was called
to order at 9:00 A.M., Tuesday, April 10, 2018, on the 2nd Floor of the
Citizens Service Center, located at 3111 Citizens Way, Columbus, Georgia
Honorable Teresa Tomlinson, Mayor and Evelyn Turner Pugh, Mayor Pro Tem
presiding.
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PRESENT: Present other than Mayor Teresa Tomlinson were Councilors R. Gary
Allen, Glenn Davis, Bruce Huff and Judy W. Thomas. City Manager Isaiah Hugley,
City Attorney Clifton Fay and Assistant City Attorney Lucy Sheftall, Clerk of
Council Tiny B. Washington and Deputy Clerk of Council Lindsey Glisson were
also present. Mayor Pro Tem Turner Pugh took her seat at 9:03 a.m. Councilor
Walker Garrett took his seat at 9:05 a.m. Councilor Jerry Barnes took his seat
at 9:11 a.m. Councilor Evelyn Woodson took her seat at 9:11
a.m.
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ABSENT: Councilor Mike Baker was absent.
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INVOCATION: Offered by Minister Ben Giselbach, of Edgewood Church of Christ.
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PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Led by Mayor Tomlinson.
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CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY OF MR. DICK ELLIS:
Mayor Tomlinson said we lost one of our great community giants on Sunday,
Mr. Dick Ellis. She said Mr. Ellis was head of the Economic Development
Department when it was under the City; and then moved and led our Development
Authority for many, many years. She said a lot of the vibrancy and many of the
jobs in Columbus, Georgia he had a hand in them. She said we want to express
our condolences to his family and thank them for his many years of public
service; and said we will be thinking of him today and we know that he is with
us.
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MAYOR?S AGENDA:
WITH SEVERAL OF THE FIRE/EMS PERSONNEL STANDING
AT THE COUNCIL TABLE, THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION
WAS SUBMITTED AND READ IN ITS ENTIRETY BY COUNCILOR THOMAS AND ADOPTED BY THE
COUNCIL: _______ ___________
A Resolution (119-18) ? Recognizing the Fire/EMS Personnel in Response to
the Bibb Pond Drowning Tragedy.
Mayor Tomlinson said as you know, we had the tragic circumstance of a
father and his son being lost in a drowning while they were fishing on Easter
Day. She said the community watched as this tragedy unfolded; but said we had
heroes who came to work and give the family dignity, and closure. She said,
today we want to recognize them specially, to hear what the community thinks of
each one of you. She then called on Councilor Thomas, who called for the
resolution.
Council Thomas made several comments, after which she then read the
resolution in its entirety, and then moved the adoption of the resolution.
Seconded by Councilor Huff and carried unanimously by those eight members of
Council present, with Councilor Baker being absent from the meeting.
Chief Robert Futrell offered condolences to the Rubon family and that they
will have strength to continue. He also expressed his thanks and appreciation
to the Mayor and Council for them recognizing the personnel that is here today,
as well as those who were not able to attend the meeting today. He also thanked
the community for their support as well.
Fire Chief Ricky Shores, in response to Councilor Thomas said the event
that she mentioned earlier is an event that was already been planned for
several months and will be put on by the Water Safety Committee here in
Columbus, and spearheaded by Safe Kids Columbus. He said that they will have
several representatives from Columbus Fire/EMS, the Columbus Police Department,
Georgia DNR, Safe Kids of Columbus, and said the intent is to educate the
General public on Water Safety; some ways to enjoy the River, but to respect
the River as well. He said there is going to be free life jackets given away
and this is an excellent opportunity for the public to come down and get some
good quality information on how to enjoy the River and stay safe.
He said the event would be held on May 6 at 10:00 a.m. ? 2:00 p.m., in
front of Whitewater Express on Bay Avenue.
Mayor Tomlinson said we look forward to hearing about the fundraising
efforts and how we might help. She also thanked those individuals with the
Department of Natural Resources, as well as those who assisted us from South
Carolina, and all over.
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CITY MANAGER?S AGENDA:
AT THE REQUEST OF THE CITY MANAGER THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS CALLED UP
AS THE NEXT ITEM OF BUSINESS:__________________________________________
A Resolution (120-18) ? Authorizing the City Manager to accept a grant of
$84,160.00 or as otherwise awarded, from the 2018 Homeland Security Grant
Program and if needed, amend the Multi-Governmental Fund by like amount. These
funds would be utilized for the maintenance of equipment received as part of
the West Central Georgia search and rescue (GSAR) team. This team was formed to
improve responses to heavy rescue emergencies to the citizens of Columbus and
surrounding counties. Heavy search-and-rescue involves the location, rescue
(extrication), and initial medical stabilization of victims trapped in confined
spaces. Structural collapse is most often the cause of victims being trapped,
but victims may also be trapped in transportation accidents, mines and
collapsed trenches.
Mayor Pro Tem Turner Pugh moved the adoption of the resolution. Seconded
by Councilor Davis and carried unanimously by those seven members of Council
present, with Councilor Woodson being absent for the vote and Councilor Baker
being absent from the meeting.
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NOTE: CITY MANAGER?S AGENDA IS CONTINUED BELOW.
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MAYOR?S AGENDA CONTINUED:
2018 LEGISLATIVE UPDATE:
Georgia House Representative Calvin Smyre, as well as State
Representative Richard Smith, Carolyn Hugley and Debbie Bucker was
present to provide an update on the Georgia 2018 Legislative Session.
Representative Smyre said that they would also like to extend their
condolences to the family who recently lost their father and son in the
drowning. He said he would like to thank the public safety personnel, as they
do a tremendous job.
Representative Smyre, Chairperson of the Delegation then came forward
and provided the update on the Session, outlining those items that were
approved, as well as defeated or delayed during the session. He pointed out
that this is just a draft copy that he himself typed up, but said he would
provide a final copy to the members of the Council later.
Representative Smyre said he would like to recommend that the City
Attorney and his staff, on the other items that did not pass, that we go to
Atlanta during the interim and sit down with the Legal Council that advises
them on these entire local matters; and sit down with the attorneys to go over
all of these items that have some legal application to them and see how we
can work our way through them.
After the conclusion of his presentation, Representative Smyre said that
they stand ready to assist the City Council in all of these issues and said
again, he would like to recommend that during the interim, we have a
meeting in Atlanta; and take this list back to members of their legal Counsel
then go from there, as it relates to the issues that you all think are worthy,
and said we will continue to work on that.
Mayor Tomlinson said she would like to thank the members of the
Delegation for being so responsive and available to the members of the
Council.
ANNUAL AIRPORT COMMISSION REPORT:
Director Richard Howell came forward with the Annual Airport
Commission Report.
Q Executive Summary
Q Financials
Q Annual Objectives
Q Accomplishments
Q FY 2018 outlook
Executive Summary
Q Balanced performance by organization
Q Improved cash flow
Q Strategic Plan
Q Vision 2020
Q Positive outlook for 2018
Financials
Annual Objectives
2015 Five-Year Strategic Plan
Q Developmental Objectives:
? Plan for obsolescence
? Maximize Federal and State funding
? Meet all regulatory requirements
Q Financial Objectives:
? Establish 90 day operating cash fund ($1.16 million)
? Identify annual debt needs
? Increase non-aeronautical revenue by 20%
? Reduce the Cost Per Enplaned Passenger (CPE) by 40%
Developmental Results
Q Five year Capital Planning
? Adopted $738,000 CIP plan for FY2018
? Associated with approximately $15 million in projects
? Funding from various sources
Q Federal and State funding
? Grants awarded totaled $1,707,713
Q Annual FAA and TSA inspections passed
Financial Results
Q Operating Cash reserves to $1.06 million
? $1.14 million reserves
Q Identify Debt Needs ? None
Q Non-aeronautical revenues - None
? Adjusted by Commission due to external influences
? FY2018 adjusted up to reflect new reality
? A nominal increase of $39,000
Q Reduce CPE by 5%
? Reduced by 12%
Departmental Goals
Q Listed in report
Q Mixed performance on departmental goals
Q Staff changeover at department head level most problematic
Q Goals not achieved have corrective actions planned
2018 Plan Objectives
Q Developmental Objectives
? Remain unchanged per original Plan
Q Financial Objectives
? Add $50,000 to reserve account
? Identify debt needs by August 1, 2017
? Non-Aeronautical or Non-Airline revenue:
Develop $250,000 of new revenue
? Reduce CPE: Reduce by an additional 10%.
2017 Accomplishments
Major Initiatives
Q Rehabilitation of Runway 13/31
? Georgia Airports Association Commercial Airport Project of the Year
Q Crack Repair and Seal Coat Runway 6/24
? Primary Runway ? had to close ~36 hours
Q Renegotiation of Rental Car Contracts
? Competitive bid
? Increase in projected revenue
Employee Bonus Program
Q All departments had performance goals.
Q Each employee had personal goals
Q Together determined amount of employee annual bonus
Q Goals based on objectives of Strategic Plan
Q ~$19,000 paid out
Other Accomplishments
Q Assumption of Terminal Parking services
Q Installation of automated parking system
Q Expecting 15%-20% increase in revenue
Q Environmental planning:
Q Project to correct Runway 6 safety area deficiencies
Q Projects to correct off-airport obstructions to approaches.
Q Began terminal assessment study for ultimate renovation project
FY 2018 Outlook
Projects
Q Correct issues with Runway 6 safety area
Q Complete passenger terminal assessment
Q Recruitment of new air service
Forward with Focus
Q 50th Anniversary of Airport Commission
Q Upgrade Rental Car Parking area
Q 2019 ? 75 Anniversary of Columbus Airport
Terminal Renovation Initiative ? FY 2020
Mr. Howell then offered to answer questions of the Mayor and members
of the Council, but there were none.
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TAX ASSESSORS UPDATE: 2017 Active Appeals Update
Mr. John Williams, Deputy Chief Appraiser of the Tax Assessors? Office
came forward and gave an update on the 2017 Active Appeals and provided
the following information, as outlined below.
Number of Active Appeals
? 1616 active appeals as of 8:00 AM Monday
? This is 2.3% of the taxable real property accounts
? The assessed ?Value in Dispute*? from these appeals is 0.6% of the Total
Taxable Digest
*?Value in Dispute? is the difference between the 2017 Assessment Value and
either:
? The Owner?s 2017 Returned Value or
? The 2016 Assessment Value
Appeals Certified to BOE
? 1088 appeals are certified to the Board of Equalization (BOE) for hearings
? This is the 19th week of BOE hearings
? The Appeal Administrator in the Clerk of S.C. office controls scheduling the
BOE hearings
? Currently scheduling hearings for the end of May
? We now anticipate BOE hearings lasting through the beginning of June 2018
BOE Hearings Status
? 1088 Certified to the BOE (67.4%)
? 219 Reductions (13.6%)
? 9 No Changes (0.5%)
? 283 ?No Shows? (17.5%)
? 13 Continued appeal to Superior Court (0.8%)
? 4 Withdrawn (0.2%)
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Data Gathering Project Status Report as of April 9, 2018
Deputy Chief Appraiser John Williams also gave an update on
Data Gathering Project that the Council extended the contract with Tyler
Technology to assist them in gathering data for the Tax Assessors
Office, and provided the following information, as outlined below.
Mr. Williams said they are still currently working through these records,
reviewing the input. He said as you recall Tyler Technology were hired to go
out and do the physical work, as well as put that information into IasWorld. He
said they are now going through, each and every one of those records; to make
sure that they were done correctly, and to make sure that once the values are
established from those changes that they are good with those values before they
go forward and ultimately present them to Board of Assessors.
He said this project was scheduled to be completed no later than the end
of March; however, it was completed by the third week in March, and didn?t take
as long as they thought they were going to take, as well as didn?t spend as
much money as we thought they were going to spend, which is a good thing.
After the conclusion of his presentation, Mr. Williams then responded to
questions of members of the Council.
Councilor Allen said going back to the active appeals, regarding the
?No Shows?, which we talked a little about last summer, said that in his
opinion, some of the citizens feels that they cannot fight City Government or
they are overwhelmed with the process; or there is a frustration factor with
it. He said they see a need for a legal process, but cannot afford an attorney
and many factors that fall into this.
He said he would like to ask Mr. Williams, his office and the Board of Tax
Assessors, to think about a way that we could better address this, in order to
be able to help them, help you. He said he would like for Mr. Williams to send
the ?No Shows? a notice, letting them know that their appeals process is still
available to them in the next fiscal year; they still can come back and
appeal.
Mr. Williams said, they could appeal their following year assessment.
He said they get a letter from Sharon in the Appeals Administrator?s Office; he
said they get a notice saying that they had their hearing, but you did not
show; and here are the results from that hearing, and you have 30-days to
appeal that to Superior Court. He said they do get a written notice from the
Appeals Administrator?s Office in the Clerk of Superior Court on the results of
their hearing.
Councilor Allen said he would like the Office to think through a better way
to help them avoid the ?No Shows? process. He said it seems to him in this
world of technology, that they can find a better way instead of making them
feel intimated and them having the attitude that they cannot win.
He said you might want to consider surveying the citizens who did not show up
for their hearing.
Councilor Davis offered his thanks to Mr. Williams and his staff and the
work that they have done; going the extra mile with assisting constituents
during this appeals and re-evaluation process; and re-establishing that
confidence in the community.
Discussion continued on this subject matter, with several other members
of Council making comments regarding the Tax Assessment process, and Mr.
Williams responding to questions and concerns of members of the Council.
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MINUTES: Minutes of the September 26, October 24, November 14 &
November 28, 2017 Executive Sessions and the March 27, 2018 Council
Meeting of the Consolidated Government were submitted and approved upon
the adoption of a motion made by Mayor Pro Tem Turner Pugh. Seconded
by Councilor Allen and carried unanimously by those seven members of
Council present, with Councilor Woodson being absent for the vote and
Councilor Baker being absent from the meeting.
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CITY ATTORNEY?S AGENDA:
THE FOLLOWING ORDINANCE WAS SUBMITTED AND EXPLAINED BY CITY ATTORNEY FAY,
AMENDED AND THEN ADOPTED BY THE COUNCIL ON SECOND
READING:___________
An Ordinance (18-11) ? Amending Columbus Code Section 5-3 pertaining to
the Animal Control Advisory Board to revise certain provisions relating to the
Board?s composition; and for other purposes.
City Attorney Fay said the ordinance on the table has ten voting members,
but said there has been some additional Council discussion and said we may want
to have an amendment on this ordinance to go back to nine voting members and
said Councilor Thomas would like to speak to the matter.
Councilor Thomas said, the representative who represents the Health
Department on the Animal Control Advisory Board in this version of the
ordinance, that is currently on the table; that person is a voting member of
the Animal Control Advisory Board; and said she would like to make a motion to
remove the voting ability of that person, and they will be an ex-officio,
advisory member, not a voting member. She said that would leave nine voting
members, five of whom are citizens. She said the City Attorney knows what she
is talking about; therefore, he will be able to re-work and reword the
ordinance, as it needs to be done if the motion passes.
City Attorney Fay said along with that paragraph, on Page 2 we would also
amend the very first sentence on the first page, which says the Board shall
have nine voting members and three non-voting members to be appointed, as
follows. Councilor Allen seconded Councilor Thomas? motion.
Discussion continued on this matter, with several members of the Council
expressing their views and concerns on the matter. Mrs. Drale Short also came
forward and made comments regarding the Environmental Health Department?s
Representative as a non-voting member.
After the discussion concluded, the question was then called on the motion
to adopt the ordinance, which carried by a vote of seven to one Councilors
Allen, Barnes, Davis, Garrett, Huff, Thomas and Woodson voting yes and Mayor
Pro Tem Turner Pugh voting no, with Councilor Baker being absent from the
meeting.
Councilor Allen then moved the adoption of the ordinance, as amended.
Seconded by Councilor Woodson and carried by a vote of seven to one Councilors
Allen, Barnes, Davis, Garrett, Huff, Thomas and Woodson voting yes and Mayor
Pro Tem Turner Pugh voting no, with Councilor Baker being absent from the
meeting.
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THE FOLLOWING THREE REZONING ORDINANCES WERE SUBMITTED AND EXPLAINED BY
CITY ATTORNEY FAY AND INTRODUCED ON FIRST READING:
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An Ordinance ? Rezoning approximately .21 acre located at 1841 Warm
Springs Road (Parcel # 036-012-014). The current zoning is SFR3 (Single Family
Residential 3) zoning district. The proposed zoning is GC (General Commercial)
zoning district. The proposed use is Therapeutic Massage.
PROPONENT:
Ms. Michelle Crowell, owner of the property, located at 1841 Warm Springs
Road came forward and said she is hopeful for the approval for general
commercial of this property. She said that they are working on that area, and
she thinks that this is a great time to encourage businesses on that street in
Columbus and said she is excited about that.
OPPONENTS:
Ms. Geraldine, came forward, but did not give her last name because people
have been breaking into her home and stealing things. She said you all know who
she is anyway. She said after Mayor Wetherington have left people have been
taking her property; she said down on 23rd Street, she had a house there that
was getting fixed.
Mayor Tomlinson said this is not the public agenda and said that you have
to address your comments for the rezoning of property located at 1841 Warm
Springs Road; and said that we are having a hearing today. She said that you
cannot speak generally and you have to speak to that matter.
Mayor Tomlinson said she would have someone to come down and take your
information and if you want to be on the Public Agenda during the next Council
meeting, we will certainly get that done.
City Attorney Fay then asked, if there was, anyone who wanted to be heard
on the petition, to rezone property located at 1841 Warm Springs Road, but
there were none. He then declared that this public hearing has been held.
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An Ordinance ? Rezoning approximately 3 acres located at 1 18th Street
(Parcel # 006-014-007). The current zoning is SAC (Special Activity &
Technical Center) zoning district. The proposed zoning is MROD (Mill
Restoration Overlay District) zoning district. The current and proposed use is
Mixed Use: Restaurant, Retail, Apartment and Office.
PROPONENTS & OPPONENTS:
Mr. Justin Krieg was present, but did not make a presentation, as there
was no one present to oppose this proposed rezoning ordinance.
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An Ordinance ? Rezoning approximately 3.16 acres located at 3202 Edgewood
Road (Parcel # 068-066-014). The current zoning is RMF1 (Residential
Multifamily) zoning district. The proposed zoning is RO (Residential Office)
zoning district. The proposed use is Shrine Club, club or lodge, banquet
facility and wireless communication facility.
PROPONENTS:
Mr. Robert Poydasheff came forward and said that he wants to compliment
the Planning Department staff and the work that they have done and in working
closely with them. He said that they support the amendment and the condition.
He said a question came forward at the Planning Advisory Commission meeting, as
to why they need an additional cellular tower when they have one a mile up the
road.
He went into some details in explaining the reasoning why they needed the
additional cellular tower. He said the cell tower faces away from the houses
and said that is absolutely no evidence that cell towers affect real estate
property values. He said you might have also hear that people say that cell
towners causes all types of physical abnormalities and said that he had
provided evidence that it does not do that. He said they would always maintain
the property, as they currently do at University Avenue, Doublc Churches and
Talbotton Road that you approved. He said he would ask that the Council support
this request, as they have done for the other two.
Ms. Cindy Elliott, who resides at 2816 East Lindsey Drive came forward and
said she is directly behind where the proposed cell tower is going to be built.
She said she has provided to the Clerk, a copy of a petition of over fifty
residents, who are opposed to the rezoning and cell tower. She said all of the
residents reside around that area and are all very concerned.
She said she knows that the UDO says that you are to protect the rights of
property owners and said that is what she is looking for, encouraging the
appropriate use for the land there.
Ms. Elliott then spent several minutes in expressing her and her neighbors
concerns and opposition to this request. She provided much information, which
was provided to the members of the Council.
With continued discussion on this proposed request, Director of Planning
Rick Jones, Mr. Robert Poydasheff, and Mr. John Throtcorn also came forward and
responded to questions of members of the Council.
City Attorney Fay said this ordinance would be voted on in two weeks at
the 5:30 p.m. Council meeting.
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THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS SUBMITTED AND EXPLAINED BY CITY ATTORNEY FAY
AND WAS ADOPTED BY THE
COUNCIL:
A Resolution (121-18) ? Confirming the appointment of and establishing the
duties of the Recorder's Court Advisory and Oversight Committee; and for other
purposes.
Councilor Thomas moved the adoption of the resolution. Seconded by
Councilor Woodson and carried unanimously by those seven members of Council
present, with Councilor Garrett being absent for the vote and Councilor Baker
being absent from the meeting.
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CELL TOWER- RIVER ROAD:
Councilor Davis asked City Manager Hugley to have the staff look into the
Tree Cell tower over off River Road and look at it from a maintenance
standpoint. He said he believes we have an agreement with them to maintain that
and he do not think that they have kept their end of the bargain.
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PUBLIC AGENDA:
MS. CYNTHIA MILLSAPS, RE: NEIGHBOR COMPLAINT:
Ms. Cynthia Millsaps, 324 27th Street, Uptown Columbus, came forward and
said that she has provided the Council members with a letter that will entail
the things that she has been going through since she has been living there for
seventeen years, out of her neighbor, Mr. Radney and his unsanitary life style.
She said she has some photos that she tried to provide for you all, so that you
can visibly see for yourself, as to what she has been going through with the
nephew that lives in the yard now.
She said Mr. Charlie Radney has become ill, and is not able to reside here
anymore, because the living conditions are unlivable, and has been for some
time now. She said she has been back and forth with the City for years, and do
not know why it has taken so long. She said she do not know why she had to come
before the Mayor and Council members, she do not know because she has done her
due diligence. She said she has contacted Code & Inspections and every one she
could possibly contact in reference to this residence and the issues that she
has been having. She said there has been no running water in this house for
over 15 years, and they have allowed Mr. Radney to continue to stay there, live
and thrive for 15 years.
After Ms. Millsap has concluded her remarks and addressed her
concerns, Mr. John Hudgison, Director of the Inspections & Code Enforcement
Division then came forward and outlined a timeline and history of the problems
and issues that has occurred for the last several years at this particular
residence.
He said any time a complaint has come through, either the citizen has
complied by removing the waste. He said each time junk is brought to the site;
we have followed up with a citation and said you should have a copy of all the
work orders from the 311 system and their system as well.
Mr. Hudgison said that they are proceeding with the demolition process and
have cited him now because we have a new address. He said if we continue to
push forward with the demolition, this is not the person?s only address.
After Mr. Hudgison concluded his presentation of the timeline, he then
responded to questions of Mayor Tomlinson and members of the Council.
Discussion continued on this matter with several Councilors expressing
their views and concerns on the matter, after which City Attorney Fay and Mr.
Hudgison also responded to questions as it relates to whether or not we need to
start the process over or can we go ahead and move forward with the process.
Councilor Woodson said she has a concern and a problem that we would have
to start the process over again. She said she would like to see if we can
amend the ordinance to allow us to use the information and steps that we
currently have that has been going on since 2007, so that we will not have to
start the process over again.
Councilor Woodson asked City Attorney Fay to go back and look at the
ordinance to see if there is anything that we could do, therefore, she will
talk with the City Attorney about this matter.
City Attorney Fay said the notice is the key for due process.
During the continued discussion on this matter, several members of the
Council made several referrals, for the Administration to look into, and then
bring it back to Council.
Mayor Tomlinson said we needs to look at having a Work Session on this
subject matter.
City Manager Hugley said we do have a Work Session scheduled for May 29,
and said that we have in Internal Code Enforcement Task Force of staff that he
really wants to get with Inspections & Codes Director, to bring it to that
group and let us think through it. He said he has to get with the City Attorney
to see if we have the ability locally, to create stronger laws, which will
allow us to act more swiftly or do State laws that talks about due process and
what you can and cannot do and that?s why our hands are tied govern us.
City Attorney Fay said he will look at that again, but he will tell you
that
There is a time limit in the State law, whether it is 30 or 45 and he would
recommend that you give, at least, the minimum time that is in the State law.
Councilor Barnes said that we need to come up with a plan, to find out
what we can or cannot do, and who do we need to appeal to.
City Manager Hugley said we would come together and do whatever we can do
within our local powers and authority, and then we need to work beyond that on
State legislation that would provide us more power. He said we would include
the Judges in this discussion as well.
Mayor Tomlinson said let us get the most aggressive law that a locality
can possible pass under State law, said she wants to see a draft of an off the
grid provision, a draft of an esthetic provision, if we get overturned. She
said get us the most aggressive ordinance.
Councilor Woodson also have us to look at the program that was provided to
us, on the Land Bank Authority.
Councilor Allen said he would like the City Manager to add the Columbus
Water Works to the Task Force Group.
Councilor Woodson said to, also add Georgia Power Company.
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MS. AUDRY HOLSTON PALMORE, RE: MEETING REQUEST:
Ms. Audrey Holston Palmore said once again, she feels it is necessary to
come before the Council to speak to the Public Safety Director in regards to a
very important meeting. She said she thinks this meeting needs to be scheduled
by the Public Safety Director; for the purpose, of sharing information
concerning a police report that she brought before the Mayor in December 2017.
She then read her letter into the records that she has written asking for
a meeting with the Public Safety Director, Mayor Teresa Tomlinson.
She said she is very concerned as to why she has not heard from the Public
Safety Director, and she knows that there is a process, that she has to go
through, in order to get a meeting with you. She said the Public Safety
Director should be aware that a police report have been filed, and said she, as
the citizen wants to understand the involvement of the police office in
protecting her, as a citizen of Columbus, Georgia. She said she want him to be
present at the meeting that she would hope happens this month.
Mayor Tomlinson thanked Ms. Palmore for coming today and said that they
have met several times over the years on this very subject. She said you have
also met several times with the Police Department on this very subject. She
said as we have told you, through all those years of meetings, that Police
Report exists because an incident happened, and it chronicles that incident.
She said if there was objections or defense to the incident, it would have to
be dealt with in the Court. She said we cannot do away with, eliminate a police
report, it exists. She said it wants to make it clear, that has been the
history that we have. She said we could not afford the particular relief that
you are requesting.
Ms. Palmore said there was no arrest, but said that she called the Police
to
ask that the officer come for her protection. She said the report does not
give an understanding to her of the report that was written. She said they have
not been to court for this issue and said she what the Mayor is talking about
is not correct. She said there has to be clarity. She said you are not offering
the public clarity.
Mayor Tomlinson told Ms. Palmore that her time has expired and that she
would have to ask her to stand back from the podium.
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PROCLAMATION FOR USA SOFTBALL:
With Mr. Chris Sedren and Ms. Cody Warren, Ms. Merri Sherman,
Mr. Ken Sheik of the Columbus Sports Council, as well as others, standing at
the Council table, Mayor Tomlinson read the proclamation, proclaiming Tuesday,
April 10, 2018, as ?USA Softball Day?.
Ms. Merri Sherman then came forward and said that they are excited to tell
you today, that we have a huge opportunity before us, to host the International
Cup next year, in Columbus, at our South Commons Softball Complex. She said
our USA Softball representatives are here in Columbus, and they were here on
yesterday, and got to experience the Complex. She said we are excited to have
them to here and to show case the City, in helps of bringing this International
Cup to Columbus.
Mr. Ken Sheik also came forward and acknowledged how important this event
is to our City. He said this is an immediate need in front of us, and said we
see this as part of a broader picture. He said that Parks & Recreation has done
a fantastic job of putting together a Facilities Needs Assessment across
Columbus and said that we do not want to lose sight of that bigger picture, as
we prepare to possibly host, this very prestigious Softball event next year.
He said we do believe there is a much bigger picture that we need to prepare
for; and said his pledge to you, is that as the Sport Council. He said the
Sports Council is entering into a process of hiring a private consultant to
guide us in this process and are hopeful to lead us towards a much bigger,
private/public fundraising campaign, to get our facilities up to par; to retain
the events that we have and to attract other events that are good for our City.
He said that they are coordinating with several individuals to make this
happen, to include CCVB, the City Manager?s Office, as well as the Parks &
Recreation Department.
Ms. Sherman said the presentation today, was just to let you know about
this opportunity.
Several members of the Council offered some comments regarding this
matter, after some discussion on this matter City Manager Hugley said he would
like thank Merri Sherman, of the Columbus Sports Council and all those who are
here today. He said we are going to be working to do what we need to do to get
the Softball Stadium to their expectations and said we look forward to doing
business with them.
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CITY MANAGER?S AGENDA CONTINUTED:
THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS SUBMITTED AND EXPLAINED BY CITY MANAGER
HUGLEY AND DELAYED BY THE COUNCIL AFTER MUCH
DISCUSSION:
A Resolution ? Authorizing a variance to City Code Section 7.8.3.h -Design
Standards requiring a permanent cul-de-sac or temporary turn-around at the end
of a dead end street when the logical extension of the street is terminated;
authorize the plat and develop lot 15 "c", fourth addition to Whitesville Walk
without the construction of a temporary turn-around or permanent cul-de-sac.
City Manager Hugley gave some brief history on this matter. He said the
Engineering Department has consulted with several other departments, the Fire
Department and Public Works and said that they oppose the variance request.
City Attorney Fay said they would recommend that you follow the
recommendation of your staff, which is to deny the request for the variance.
Mr. James McVay, the individual making the request then came forward and
made a presentation, as to why they are making this request.
Several members of the Council also expressed some comments and concerns
regarding this matter. After much discussion regarding this request, with
Director of Donna Newman, members of the Columbus/Fire EMS responding to
questions of members of the Council
Councilor Davis made a motion to approve the request. Seconded by
Councilor Allen.
Much discussion continued on this matter, after which Councilor Davis then
withdrew his motion, after which there was a request to delay the matter.
Councilor Allen then made a motion to delay the resolution. Seconded by
Councilor Woodson and carried unanimously by those eight members of Council
present, with Councilor Baker being absent from the meeting.
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THE FOLLOWING TWO RESOLUTIONS WERE SUBMITTED AND EXPLAINED BY CITY MANAGER
HUGLEY AND WAS ADOPTED BY THE
COUNCIL:
A Resolution (122-18) ? Authorizing the City Manager to execute a lease
agreement with Historic Columbus to lease the building at 685 Front Avenue for
$1 per year for a period of twenty (20) years.
Mayor Pro Tem Turner Pugh moved the adoption of the resolution. Seconded
by Councilor Davis and carried unanimously by those seven members of Council
present, with Councilor Woodson being absent for the vote and Councilor Baker
being absent from the meeting.
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A Resolution (123-18) ? Authorizing the execution of a quitclaim deed to
the owner of 1511 50th Street (032 003 008) in Columbus, Georgia for a portion
of an unopened alley located along the rear of said property.
Councilor Allen moved the adoption of the resolution. Seconded by
Councilor Davis and carried unanimously by those seven members of Council
present, with Councilor Woodson being absent for the vote and Councilor Baker
being absent from the meeting.
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THE FOLLOWING TWO RESOLUTIONS WERE SUBMITTED AND EXPLAINED BY CITY MANAGER
HUGLEY AND WAS ADOPTED BY THE
COUNCIL:
A Resolution (124-18) ? Authorizing the acceptance of a deed to Woodland
Creek Court, that portion of Woodland Ridge Drive and that portion of Cross
Creek Lane located in Highlands Phase Ten, Garrett Creek on behalf of Columbus,
Georgia.
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A Resolution (125-18)? Authorizing the acceptance of a deed to Pine Seed
Court and that portion of Pine Seed Drive located in Section Fourteen, Garrett
Pines on behalf of Columbus, Georgia.
Councilor Allen moved the adoption of the resolution. Seconded by
Councilor Mayor Pro Tem Turner Pugh and carried unanimously by those seven
members of Council present, with Councilor Woodson being absent for the vote
and Councilor Baker being absent from the meeting.
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THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS ALSO SUBMITTED AND EXPLAINED BY CITY MANAGER
HUGLEY AND APPROVED BY THE
COUNCIL:
A Resolution (126-18) ? Authorizing approval of the Lois Lokey DBA Star
South to have an extension of thirty days to continue to host their meat sale.
Mayor Pro Tem Turner Pugh moved the adoption of the resolution. Seconded
by Councilor Allen and carried unanimously by those seven members of Council
present, with Councilor Woodson being absent for the vote and Councilor Baker
being absent from the meeting.
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THE FOLLOWING THIRTEEN 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 ALLEN AND SECONDED BY MAYOR PRO TEM TURNER
PUGH, WHICH CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY BY THOSE SEVEN MEMBERS OF COUNCIL PRESENT, WITH
COUNCILOR WOODSON BEING ABSENT FOR THE VOTE AND COUNCILOR BAKER BEING ABSENT
FROM THE MEETING: _ _
A Resolution (127-18)? Authorizing the execution of a construction
contract with C. T. Bone, Inc. (Warner Robins, GA) in the amount of $23,625.00
for the repair and refinishing of countertop workstations at Muscogee County
Jail.
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A Resolution (128-18)? Authorizing the purchase of cubicles and chairs
from The Hon Company c/o Malone Office Environments (Muscatine, IA) in the
amount of $20,879.54, by Cooperative Purchase, via Georgia Statewide Contract
#99999-SPD0000100-0091.
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A Resolution (129-18)? Authorizing payment to Motorola Solutions
(Chicago, IL), in the amount of $10,541.17, to provide and install one string
of (40) batteries for the Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) required for the
E911 Center.
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A Resolution (130-18)? Authorizing the purchase of one (1) 65-FT Bucket
Truck with Aerial Device (2018 F-750 Diesel Base/VersaLift VO-260) from Wade
Ford (Smyrna, GA) in the amount of $168,691.00 via Georgia State Contract
#99999-SPD-SPD0000039-0003.
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A Resolution (131-18) ? Authorizing the purchase of MRO supplies,
industrial supplies, and related products and services, on an as needed basis,
from HD Supply Facilities Maintenance, Ltd. (San Diego, CA)., via contract
number 16154, adopted by U.S. Communities Governmental Purchasing Alliance
(GPA). HD Supply Facilities Maintenance, Ltd. (San Diego, CA) will be
utilized as an alternate source for MRO supply purchases for various
departments.
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A Resolution (132-18) ? Authorizing the purchase of one (1) Chevrolet
Tahoe police pursuit vehicle from Hardy Chevrolet (Dallas, GA), via Georgia
State Contract #99999-SPD-ES40199409-0002, at a cost of $32,136.00.
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A Resolution(133-18) ? Authorizing the purchase of two (2) Ford Fusions
from Allan Vigil Ford (Morrow, GA) at a unit price of $17,840.00, for a total
cost of $35,680.00 via Georgia State Contract #99999-SPD-ES40199373-002.
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A Resolution (134-18) ? Authorizing the purchase of one (1) 2018 Ford
F-150 from Allan Vigil Ford (Morrow, GA) at a cost of $19,330.00 via Georgia
State Contract #99999-SPD-ES40199373-002.
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A Resolution (135-18) ? Authorizing the purchase of one (1) 2018 Ford
F-150 with additional options from Georgia Department of Public Safety, 1122
Procurement Program, in the amount of $30,816.11.
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A Resolution (136-18) ? Authorizing the purchase of computer and
information technology equipment from Cpak Technology Solutions (Lagrange, GA),
in the amount of $120,876.00, by Cooperative Purchase per Georgia Statewide
Contract # 99999-SPD-T20120501-0006.
A Resolution (137-18) ? Authorizing the purchase of NetApp Storage from
Cpak Technology Solutions (Lagrange, GA)/DLT Solutions (Herndon, VA), in the
amount of $28,960.80, by Cooperative Purchase per Georgia Statewide Contract #
99999-SPDT20150930- 0001 and WSCA-NASPO Georgia Contract #MNWNC-121.
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A Resolution (138-18) ? Authorizing the purchase of Microsoft software
licensing upgrade from SHI International Corporation (Somerset, NJ), in the
annual amount of $1,047,629.19, plus annual maintenance and support cost of
$68,080.00, and any future renewals, by Cooperative Purchase per Georgia
Statewide Contract # 99999-SPD-SPD0000060-0003; and authorize the City Manager
to enter into all agreements pertaining to this purchase the
maintenance/support.
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A Resolution (139-18) ? Authorizing the purchase of repair services for
the Fort Benning Gateway Fountain at I-185 from Alabama Foundation Specialists
of Birmingham, Inc., /DBA AFS Foundation & Waterproofing Specialist (Leeds,
AL), in the amount of $18,078.88.
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THE FOLLOWING PURCHASING RESOLUTION WAS ALSO SUBMITTED AND EXPLAINED BY
CITY MANAGER HUGLEY AND MUCH DISCUSSION HELD ON THE RESOLUTION, WITH NO ACTION
BEING TAKEN ON THE RESOLUTION, AS LISTED, BUT ALTERNATE ACTION WAS TAKEN, AS
OUTLINED BELOW:__
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A Resolution ? Authorizing the execution of Amendment 1 with Hecht
Burdeshaw Architects, Inc. (Columbus, GA) in the estimated amount of
$107,605.21 for additional services related to the Mott?s Green Plaza
Enhancement project.
City Manager Hugley said he is requesting your approval to move forward in
the following way; he said he is asking you to approve the $107,605.21 to allow
for the environmental archaeological studies only today. He said you would not
be approving moving forward with the bridge that we have been discussing. He
said what he is proposing to you, is that the staff would work on Concept
designs that we will bring back for your final approval. He said the Concept
designs that we would bring back, may be the Replica as we have been
discussing, or it could be another type of bridge structure, that is different
from what we have been discussing. He said it might be another structure, which
is not a bridge at all, but just to make the final connection to the
RiverWalk.
Mayor Pro Tem Turner moved the adoption of the resolution, as listed on
the City Manager?s Agenda, to approve the archaeology study because that is a
requirement of the grant, and then come back with a design. There was no second
to the motion.
City Manager Hugley said what he is saying is that the Mayor and Council
would have the final approval of the Mott?s Green structure of whatever that
will be, of what he just outlined. He said this would ensure that we will have
a Mott?s Green Project and that final project, is to be determined. He said
without your approval of the environmental archaeological studies, that the
Mott?s Green project obviously would not be moving forward because that is
required. He said the studies that we have already done is more than a year
old, would not be accepted. He said he is requesting that we be allowed to move
forward, with the understanding that the bridge or another structure will be
further designed and it will be brought back to the Council for approval.
Mr. Matt McDaniel, as well as Mr. Neal Clark came forward and responded to
questions of the Mayor and members of the Council.
After continued discussion on this subject matter, with several members of
the Council expressing their views on the issue, Councilor Davis then made a
motion to give a directive to the staff, the architect and all involved, to
move forward with the Mott?s Green Plaza and just remove the extension; not do
the extension. He said whatever the rehabilitation enhancements there that
needs to be done to turn that into a really, nice cleaned up area would be the
appropriate thing to do. Seconded by Councilor Barnes.
City Manager Hugley said that is fine.
Councilor Davis said the other part would be for the staff to get with the
professionals and talk about how the adjustments would take place from that
standpoint.
After additional discussion, and a question as to the clarification of
Councilor Davis?s motion, Mayor Tomlinson, said that her understanding of the
motion, is that we refer it back to the City Manager and the consultants to
come up with a design, pursuant to some of the conversations that were held
here on today, and then for them to come back to us as to what that impact
study would cost.
City Manager Hugley said that was his understanding as well. He said we
obviously need to agree on the design, concept, before they could do the study.
Further discussions continued on the matter, with City Manager Hugley
responding to further questions of members of the Council.
The question was then called on the motion, which carried unanimously by
those seven members of Council present, with Councilor Woodson being absent for
the vote and Councilor Baker being absent from the meeting.
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NORTHERN LITTLE LEAGUE:
Councilor Allen said that the wanted the Council to know and said he and
Northern Little League wants to join him and thank the City Manager and
his staff for working with the Northern Little League to address the septic
tank sewerage issue. He said there was a septic tank out at Northern Little
League for years and that it has been leaking. He said when it overflows, it
would spill into the Girls? Softball Dug Out and the area where peo0ple
would walk. He said he and the President called the City Manager and said
that they got it all done within 60-days and said that there are a lot of
relieved people. He said the President wanted to let you know that the staff
in addition, the board that works with him out there does a great job.
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THANKS TO MR. TONY WATSON:
Councilor Barnes said that he would like to thank Mr. Tony Watson of
the Engineering Department, who assisted one of his constituents and said,
that he solved a problem and continually followed up on the matter and kept
him updated.
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PARKS & RECREATION PRESENTATION:
Ms. Holli Browder, Parks and Recreation Director came forward with an
update on the Parks and Recreation Swimming Pools and provided the information,
as highlighted below.
WHERE OUR POOLS BEGAN?
CURRENT AQUATIC FACILITIES
Location Date Opened Cost
Psalmond Road 2002 $1,909,722
Rigdon Park 2002 $1,915,996
Shirley Winston 2002 $1,935,393
Double Churches Remodeled 2010 $2,210,000
After the conclusion of Ms. Browder?s presentation, City Manager Hugley
also made some comments regarding this presentation and recommendation of the
Parks & Recreation Department, after which several Councilors
expressed their comments and views on this presentation. Ms. Browder also
responded to questions of members of the Council.
Mr. Browder said that they would come back later and discuss those two
pools.
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RAILROAD CROSSINGS:
Councilor Davis said he briefly spoke to the staff about the improvements
at Williams Road Railroad Crossings. He said a notice just went out advising of
a temporary road crossing. He said a citizen brought this to his attention
awhile back. He said he believes that this was one of the Railroad Crossings
that had the concrete pads. He said this was a unique situation because there
was an agreement between the City and the Railroad, that we closed the
cut-through road, that the Railroad would upgrade the crossing there. He said
he is concerned that they are not putting those pads back in. He then asked the
City Manager to look at this matter.
City Manager Hugley said that they would look into this concern of
Councilor Davis and provide a response back to him later.
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CLERK OF COUNCIL?S AGENDA:
CLERK OF COUNCIL WASHINGTON SUBMITTED THE FOLLOWING ITEMS AS INFORMATION
FOR THE MAYOR & COUNCIL: _______________ _________________________________
(1) Application from Rebecca Zajac to temporarily close Front Avenue, from 6th
Street to 8th Street, on Thursday, April 12, 2018, from 12:00 p.m. to 11:00
p.m., in connection with the Uptown Creative South Carnival.
(2) Memorandum from Clerk of Council Washington, Re: Columbus Aquatics
Commission.
(3) Memorandum from Clerk of Council Washington, Re: Columbus Golf Course
Authority.
(4) Memorandum from Clerk of Council Washington, Re: Keep Columbus Beautiful
Commission.
(5) Memorandum from Clerk of Council Washington, Re: Pension Fund, Employees?
Board of Trustees.
(6) Memorandum from Clerk of Council Washington, Re: FY-2019 Budget Review
Schedule.
(7) Memorandum from Clerk of Council Washington, Re: Resolution to change
meeting schedule for June 2018 Council meeting schedule. .
(8) Memorandum from Clerk of Council Washington, Re: Board of Honor
Recommendations. *Resolutions are listed below (items 10, 11 & 12).
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THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS SUBMITTED AND EXPLAINED BY CITY CLERK OF
COUNCIL WASHINGTON AND ADOPTED BY THE
COUNCIL: ___
A Resolution (140-18) ? Changing the meeting schedule for the June 2018
Council meetings. Councilor Allen moved the adoption of the resolution.
Seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Turner Pugh and carried unanimously by those six
members of Council present, with Councilors Huff and Woodson being absent for
the vote and Councilor Baker being absent from the meeting.
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THE FOLLOWING THREE RESOLUTIONS WERE SUBMITTED AND EXPLAINED BY CITY CLERK
OF COUNCIL WASHINGTON AND ADOPTED BY THE
COUNCIL: ___
A Resolution (141-18) ? Approving an honorary designation in honor of the
Reverend Robert L. Evans, Sr.
A Resolution (142-18) ? Approving an honorary designation in honor of
Ms. Zelma Hennessey.
A Resolution (143-18) ? Approving an honorary designation in honor of
Madam Gertrude Ma Rainey.
Mayor Pro Tem Turner Pugh moved the adoption of the resolutions. Seconded
by Councilor Allen and carried unanimously by those seven members of Council
present, with Councilor Woodson being absent for the vote and Councilor Baker
being absent from the meeting.
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THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS ALSO SUBMITTED
AND EXPLAINED BY CLERK OF COUNCIL WASHINGTON AND
ADOPTED BY THE
COUNCIL:_________________________________
A Resolution (144-18) ? Excusing Councilor Davis from the March 27, 2018
Council Meeting.
Mayor Pro Tem Tuner Pugh moved the adoption of the resolution. Seconded by
Councilor Allen and carried unanimously by those seven members of Council
present, with Councilor Woodson being absent for the vote and Councilor Baker
being absent from the meeting.
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BOARD OF HONOR:
Clerk of Council Washington submitted an email correspondence from Ms.
Beth Harris, resigning from her position on the Board of Honor.
Councilor Allen moved acceptance of the resignation with regrets. Seconded
by Mayor Pro Tem Turner Pugh and carried unanimously by those seven members of
Council present, with Councilor Woodson being absent for the vote and Councilor
Baker being absent from the meeting.
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CLERK OF COUNCIL WASHINGTON SUBMITTED MINUTES OF THE FOLLOWING BOARDS,
WHICH WERE OFFICIALLY RECEIVED BY THE
COUNCIL:__
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Board of Tax Assessors, 10-18 & 11-18.
Housing Authority of Columbus, February 21, 2018.
Recreation Advisory Board, January 31, 2018.
Mayor Pro Tem Turner Pugh made a motion that these minutes be received.
Seconded by Councilor Allen and carried unanimously by those seven members of
Council present, with Councilor Woodson being absent for the vote and Councilor
Baker being absent from the meeting.
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THE FOLLOWING ADD-ON RESOLUTION WAS SUBMITTED AND EXPLAINED BY CLERK OF
COUNCIL WASHINGTON AND ADOPTED BY THE COUNCIL:_________________________________
A Resolution (145-18) ? Excusing Councilor Baker from the April 10, 2018
Council Meeting.
Councilor Allen moved the adoption of the resolution. Seconded by Mayor
Pro Tem Turner Pugh and carried unanimously by those seven members of Council
present, with Councilor Woodson being absent for the vote and Councilor Baker
being absent from the meeting.
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BOARD APPOINTMENTS:
BUILDING AUTHORITY OF COLUMBUS:
Clerk of Council Washington pointed out that we still need someone to fill
this seat of Mr. Kel Jackson, who resigned several months, but there were no
nominations.
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CIVIC CENTER ADVISORY BOARD:
Clerk of Council Washington pointed out that we are still waiting to hear
back from the Columbus Hockey Association, as top whether or not they would
like Mr. Chris Miller to continue as their representative on the Civic Center
Advisory Board.
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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COUNCIL:
Clerk of Council Washington pointed out that Ms. Olive Vidal-Kendall, who
represents Council District Three and is not eligible to succeed herself for
another term of office and that Councilor Huff will need to nominate someone
else to fill this seat.
She also pointed out that Mr. Don Cook, who represents Council District
Six and is not eligible to succeed himself for another term of office and that
Councilor Allen will need to nominate someone to fill this seat. She said that
Mr. Gregory L. Smith, who represents Council District Ten At-Large and who is
not eligible to succeed himself for another term of office; and the Council
will need to nominate someone for this seat also.
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COMPREHENSIVE PLAN STAKEHOLDERS COMMITTEE:
Clerk of Council Washington pointed out that we still need a nominee for
Council Districts Five and Council District Ten At-Large.
COOPERATIVE EXTENSION ADVISORY BOARD:
Clerk of Council Washington pointed out that Mr. Robert Benson has
resigned from his seat on the Cooperative Extension Advisory Board. She
pointed out that Councilor Huff is nominating Dr. Sharen Kelly and that she
will bring it back on next week for the Council?s confirmation.
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CRIME PREVENTION BOARD:
Clerk of Council Washington pointed out that we have two nominees for
someone to fill the unexpired term of Mr. James ?Jay? Wilkoff, who has resigned
from his seat on the Crime Prevention Board and that they are Mr. Ed Sears, who
was nominated by Councilor Davis and Mr. Timothy K. Weeks, who was nominated by
Councilor Allen.
Councilor Davis said he is withdrawing his nomination of Mr. Ed Sears and
then asked if it is appropriate to make a motion to confirm Mr. Weeks, to which
Clerk of Council Washington replied, yes.
Councilor Davis then made a motion to confirm Mr. Timothy Weeks to succeed
Mr. James ?Jay? Wilkoff on the Crime Prevention Board. Seconded by Councilor
Allen and carried unanimously by those seven members of Council present, with
Councilor Woodson being absent for the vote and Councilor Baker being absent
from the meeting.
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HOSPITAL AUTHORITY OF COLUMBUS:
Clerk of Council Washington pointed out that we have two vacancies on the
Hospital Authority of Columbus. Mr. James Webster, as well as Mr. Edward
Gaffney, have both resigned, from their seats on the board. She said that the
Authority has recommended Ms. Verona Campbell; and that we still need two
additional nominees from which the Council can forward to the Authority, for
them to select someone for these two seats.
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KEEP COLUMBUS BEAUTIFUL COMMISSION:
Clerk of Council Washington pointed out that we still need a
recommendation for someone for Council District Two for Ms. Brenda Pawloski,
who has moved out of Muscogee County.
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LIBERTY DISTRICT ADVISORY COMMITTEE:
Clerk of Council Washington pointed out that we still need nominees for
Council Districts Two, Four, Five, Seven and Ten At-Large on the Liberty
District Advisory Committee.
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RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD:
Clerk of Council Washington pointed out that we still need someone to
succeed Mr. Jeff Battles, who represents the Muscogee County School District on
the Recreation Advisory Board.
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TREE BOARD:
Clerk of Council Washington pointed out that the seat of Dr. Roger Brown
was declared vacant and Ms. Cassie Renfrow have resigned from the seat on the
board and that the Council will need to nominate someone else to fill these two
positions.
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With there being no other business to come before the Council, Mayor Pro
Tem Turner Pugh made a motion for adjournment. Seconded by Councilor Allen and
carried unanimously by those seven members of Council present, with Councilor
Woodson being absent for the vote and Councilor Baker being absent from the
meeting, with the time being 2:49 p.m.
Tiny B. Washington, MMC
Clerk of Council
The Council of Columbus, Georgia
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