MINUTES
COUNCIL OF COLUMBUS, GEORGIA
REGULAR SESSION
MAY 13, 2014
The meeting of the Council of Columbus, Georgia was called to order at 9:10
A.M., Tuesday, May 13, 2014, on the 2nd Floor of the Citizens Service Center,
located at 3111 Citizens Way, Columbus, Georgia. Honorable Teresa Pike
Tomlinson, Mayor, and Honorable Evelyn Turner Pugh, Mayor Pro Tem presiding.
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PRESENT: Present other than Mayor Tomlinson and Mayor Pro Tem Evelyn Turner
Pugh were Councilors, R. Gary Allen, Mike Baker, Jerry Barnes Glenn Davis,
Berry Henderson, Judy W. Thomas, and Evelyn Woodson. City Manager Isaiah
Hugley, Assistant City Attorney Clifton Fay, Clerk of Council Tiny B.
Washington and Administrative Secretary Lindsey Glisson were also present.
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ABSENT: Councilor Charles E. McDaniel was absent. Deputy Clerk of Council
Sandra Davis was also absent.
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INVOCATION: Led by Reverend Grace Burton-Edwards of St. Thomas Episcopal
Church.
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PLEDGE: Led by Midland Academy
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MAYOR?S AGENDA:
CRIME PREVENTION GRANT:
APPROVAL IS REQUESTED FOR A CRIME PREVENTION GRANT AS
FOLLOWS:______________
Mr. Seth Brown, Director Crime Prevention Program came forward and
explained the following grant to the Mayor and Council:
A Resolution (149-14) - Authorizing the extension of the contract with the
Columbus Police Department, dare to be great program.
Mayor Pro Tem Turner Pugh moved the adoption of the resolution. Seconded
by Councilor Woodson and carried unanimously by those nine members of Council
present at the time, with Councilor McDaniel being absent from this meeting.
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MINUTES OF COUNCIL MEETING: Minutes of the March 11, March 18, March 25, and
March 28, 2014 Council Meeting of the Council of the Consolidated Government of
Columbus, Georgia were submitted and approved by the Council upon the adoption
of a motion made by Mayor Pro Tem Turner Pugh and seconded by Councilor
Woodson, which carried unanimously by those nine members of Council present,
Councilor McDaniel being absent from this meeting.
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CITY ATTORNEY'S AGENDA:
THE FOLLOWING ORDINANCE AMENDING THE COLUMBUS CODE OF ORDINANCES WAS
SUBMITTED AND ITS CAPTION READ BY CITY ATTORNEY FAY AND WAS INCONCLUSIVE ON
SECOND READING:
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An Ordinance - Amending Chapter 2 of the Columbus Code so as to increase
the number of directors of the Development Authority of Columbus, Georgia from
seven to nine; and for other purposes.
Mayor Pro Tem Turner Pugh moved the adoption of the resolution. Seconded
by Councilor Woodson and was an inconclusive vote for action with Mayor Pro Tem
Turner Pugh and Councilors Barnes, Huff and Woodson voting yes and Councilors
Allen, Baker, Davis, Henderson and Thomas voting no, with Councilor McDaniel
being absent from this meeting.
City Attorney Fay advised that this item would be brought back before the
Council on May 27, 2014.
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THE FOLLOWING ORDINANCE WAS SUBMITTED AND ITS CAPTION READ BY CITY
ATTORNEY FAY AND WAS INTRODUCED ON FIRST
READING:
An Ordinance - Property located at 1532 and 1544 Benning Drive; 3551
Victory Drive; 3512 Levy Drive is proposed for rezoning from RMF2 (Residential
Multifamily 2) to GC (General Commercial) Zoning District. (Housing
Authority/Development Authority of Columbus, Georgia, owner) (REZN-3-14-0584)
(District 3?Councilor Huff) The purpose of the rezoning is for general
restaurant, general retail, grocery or food store, business and professional
office. The Planning Advisory Commission and the Planning Department recommend
approval.
PROPONENTS AND OPPONENTS
Deputy City Manager David Arrington came forward and said this property is
a combination of city owned property and the property owned by the Housing
Authority. He said we are rezoning it as a group, which would allow us the
ability to market this property either individually or collectively to an
economic development prospect. He said the zoning was one of the areas that
were in place that we felt we could go ahead and eliminate. He said it is
consistent with the surrounding zoning on Victory Drive and we felt that zoning
the property for General Commercial would provide us with the best opportunity
to get this property turned around and put back on the tax rolls in a
productive use.
Councilor Thomas asked what is the requirement for the selling of alcohol
in distance to a school.
City Attorney Fay said the general rule is for a packaged liquor sale, the
business has to be at least 600ft away from a school and for restaurants with
on premises sales the requirement is to be at least 300ft away. He said it
depends on what type entity is applying as well as the date that they apply.
City Attorney Fay advised that this item will be brought back for a vote
in two weeks on second reading.
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THE FOLLOWING ORDINANCE WAS SUBMITTED AND ITS CAPTION READ BY CITY
ATTORNEY FAY AND WAS INTRODUCED ON FIRST
READING:
An Ordinance - Property located at the northeast portion of 6087
Technology Parkway is proposed for rezoning from HMI (Heavy Manufacturing
Industrial) to RO (Residential Office) Zoning District. (Development Authority
of Columbus, Georgia, owner) (REZN-3-14-0607) (District 6?Councilor Allen) The
purpose of the rezoning is for a business/professional office (Blue Cross and
Blue Shield of Georgia). The Planning Advisory Commission and the Planning
Department recommend conditional approval.
PROPONENTS AND OPPONENTS
Deputy City Manager Arrington came forward and said this is a project that
was negotiated by the Development Authority to locate the Blue Cross Blue
Shield facility. He said the property will remain in the ownership of the
Development Authority but we felt it would be proper to go ahead and have it
properly zoned for the purpose that it will be used. He said the condition
that is on there is a condition relating to parking, which accommodates the
needs for the facility. He said it is the intent of the Planning Department
and the Development Authority to work together to create a new zoning
classification for the entire Muscogee Technology Park that will allow for this
type of use and industrial use.
City Attorney Fay advised that this item will be brought back for a vote
in two weeks on second reading.
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THE FOLLOWING ORDINANCE WAS SUBMITTED AND ITS CAPTION READ BY CITY
ATTORNEY FAY AND WAS INTRODUCED ON FIRST
READING:
An Ordinance - Property located at 304 and 3701 South Lumpkin Road and two
other unknown addresses, are proposed for rezoning from LMI (Light
Manufacturing Industrial/HMI (Heavy Manufacturing Industrial/GC (General
Commercial) to GC (General Commercial) Zoning District. (City of Columbus,
Georgia, owner) (REZN-3-14-0608) (District 7?Councilor Woodson) The purpose of
the rezoning is for a cultural facility (Historic Westville). The Planning
Advisory Commission and the Planning Department recommend conditional approval.
PROPONENTS AND OPPONENTS
The petitioner was present, but did not make a presentation as there was
no one present to oppose this proposed rezoning ordinance.
Deputy City Manager Arrington came forward and said this rezoning is one
of the elements of the agreement that the Council approved between the City and
Westville to relocate the Westville historic properties to Columbus. He said we
were to rezone the property for the proposed use; most of the properties that
are within our agreement are already zoned General Commercial, however these
properties were not. He advised that a portion of the property, primarily the
Orchard Grove Trailer Park property, will be conveyed to Westville with a
reversionary clause. He said the balance of the property will be used for the
development of a camping and RV site and the southern portion of the property
will be a public recreation area that will be managed by Westville on behalf of
the City.
City Attorney Fay advised that this item will be brought back for a vote
in two weeks on second reading.
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THE FOLLOWING ORDINANCE AMENDING THE UDO WAS SUBMITTED AND ITS CAPTION
READ BY CITY ATTORNEY FAY AND WAS INTRODUCED ON FIRST
READING:
An Ordinance - Text amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO)
to correct typographical errors and making minor revisions in various chapters.
The Planning Advisory Commission and the Planning Department recommend
approval.
Mr. Will Johnson came forward and explained in detail each of the proposed
amendments as listed in the ordinance.
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THE FOLLOWING ORDINANCE AMENDING THE UDO WAS SUBMITTED AND ITS CAPTION
READ BY CITY ATTORNEY FAY AND WAS INTRODUCED ON FIRST
READING:
An Ordinance - Text amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO)
so as to revise provisions dealing with access to secondary uses for retail
sales and personal services. The Planning Advisory Commission and the Planning
Department recommend approval.
PROPONENTS AND OPPONENTS
Mr. Warren Mason came forward and said the verbiage of this ordinance has
been worked out in conjunction of our team working with Inspections and Codes
specifically to the Grand Reserve Apartments project.
City Attorney Fay said this item will be brought back for a vote on May
27th at 5:30 p.m.
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THE FOLLOWING ORDINANCE WAS SUBMITTED AND ITS CAPTION READ BY CITY
ATTORNEY FAY AND WAS INTRODUCED ON FIRST
READING:
An ordinance - Amending Chapter 2 so as to provide that former mayors,
former councilors, or any former elected official whose district or
jurisdiction included Columbus, Georgia may serve on the Board of Honor; and
for other purposes.
With there being no discussion, City Attorney Fay advised that this item
would be brought back for a vote in two weeks.
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THE FOLLOWING ORDINANCE WAS SUBMITTED AND ITS CAPTION READ BY CITY
ATTORNEY FAY AND WAS INTRODUCED ON FIRST
READING:
An ordinance amending Chapter 2 so as to provide that segments of the
Columbus RiverWalk may be named in honor of living individuals; and for other
purposes.
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THE FOLLOWING ORDINANCE WAS SUBMITTED AND ITS CAPTION READ BY CITY
ATTORNEY FAY AND WAS INTRODUCED ON FIRST
READING:
An ordinance amending Chapter 13 so as to amend regulations pertaining to
solid waste; prohibiting plastic bags for disposal of yard waste; providing
container specifications; and for other purposes.
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THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS SUBMITTED BY CITY ATTORNEY FAY AND WAS
APPROVED BY THE
COUNCIL:__________
A Resolution (150-14) - Concerning the issuance of revenue bonds by the
Downtown Development Authority of Columbus, Georgia for the Benefit of CGC, LLC
Mayor Pro Tem Turner Pugh moved the adoption of the resolution. Seconded
by Councilor Huff and carried unanimously by those nine members of Council
present at the time, with Councilor McDaniel being absent from this meeting.
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THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS SUBMITTED BY CITY ATTORNEY FAY AND WAS
APPROVEDBY THE
COUNCIL:__________
A Resolution (151-14) - Authorizing the issuance of $32,995,000 Columbus,
Georgia Water and Sewerage Revenue Bonds, Series 2014A; to authorize the Mayor
and other officials of Columbus to take such further actions as are necessary
to provide for the sale, issuance and delivery of such bonds for the purpose of
refunding certain Series 2005 Bonds as defined herein and for financing certain
additions, extensions and improvements to the system as defined herein; to
ratify the execution and delivery of a Bond Purchase Agreement relating to the
sale of such bonds; and for other purposes.
Mayor Pro Tem Turner Pugh moved the adoption of the resolution. Seconded
by Councilor Allen and carried unanimously by those nine members of Council
present at the time, with Councilor McDaniel being absent from this meeting.
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EXECUTIVE SESSION:
City Attorney Fay said he would like to have an executive session at the
end of tonight?s meeting to discuss some litigation matters.
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PUBLIC AGENDA:
MS. ANNETTE WALKER GOGGINS, REPRESENTING MPACS, THE
COMMUNITY AND HER FAMILY, RE: OBESITY, HELPING THE ELDERLY, TRAFFIC TICKET AND
DOMESTIC TERRORISM._________
Ms. Annette Walker Goggins did not respond when called upon to address the
Council.
MS. DORTHY HARRIS & MS. BETTY SHAW, REPRESENTING AARP, RE: A
PRESENTATION.____________________________________________
Ms. Dorthy Harris did not respond when called upon to address the Council.
REVEREND OLLIE TARVER, REPRESENTING OLLIE TARVER
MINISTRIES, RE: PRAYER IS KEY.
Ms. Ollie Tarver came forward and expressed her sincere belief in the power of
prayer.
MR. KARL MOSS, REPRESENTING HIMSELF AND NEIGHBORS,
RE: DRAINAGE PROBLEMS IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD.
Mr. Karl Moss came forward and advised the Council of an existing
drainage problem in his neighborhood. He advised that one of the neighbors has
a developed a sinkhole in their yard due to this drainage problem. He
indicated the water that runs underneath his house has caused extensive
damage. He then requested that Council help find the company that constructed
the neighborhood and also help find a solution for the drainage issue.
City Manager Isaiah Hugley responded by saying he spoke with staff members
as they were in route to the Eastwood Drive area. He said he spoke with the
Director of Public Works on yesterday and is requesting that she come forward
to address this matter.
Director of Public Works Pat Beigler came forward and said unfortunately
this is a situation where it is a private property issue, it is not public
drainage. She said there is nothing that we can do to assist them in this
matter. She said we did double check the ditches in front which are cleaned
fairly regular.
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CITY MANAGER?S AGENDA
THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION, HAVING BEEN INCLUDED WITH
THE CITY MANAGER?S AGENDA WAS SUBMITTED AND EXPLAINED
BY CITY MANAGER HUGLEY AND ADOPTED BY THE COUNCIL_____
A Resolution (152-14) - Amending Resolution #1114-14 to include the
description of the Temporary Construction Easement for the acquisition of
Parcel 136 5768 Forrest Road (map attached) for the Forrest Road Improvement
Project Muscogee County totaling 0.01 acres +/- of Right of Way, Temporary
Construction Easement totaling 0.01 acres+/-, plus two (2) Drive Way Easement
for County Road and/or Municipal Street purposes, and authorizing the filing of
the Corrected action for the Declaration of Taking by the City Attorney or his
representatives for the acquisition of said land under the authority of the
official code of Georgia annotated, Section 32-3-1 et.seq for the referenced
project.
Mayor Pro Tem Turner Pugh moved the adoption of the resolution. Seconded
by Councilor Woodson and carried unanimously by those eight members of Council
present at the time, with Councilor Davis being absent for the vote and
Councilor McDaniel being absent from this meeting.
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THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS SUBMITTED AND
EXPLAINED BY CITY MANAGER HUGLEY AND ADOPTED BY THE
COUNCIL_
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A Resolution (153-14) - Allocating $63,520 of the FY14 Budget-Other Local
Option Sales Tax Capital Reserve for the Fire Department for equipment needed
for paramedic training to remain in compliance with the Georgia State Office of
EMS and accreditation and 3 Low Light Cameras for Fire Investigation
Councilor Woodson moved the adoption of the resolution. Seconded by Mayor
Pro Tem Turner Pugh and carried unanimously by those eight members of Council
present at the time, With Councilor Davis being absent for the vote and
Councilor McDaniel being absent from this meeting.
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THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION, HAVING BEEN INCLUDED WITH
THE CITY MANAGER?S AGENDA WAS SUBMITTED AND EXPLAINED
BY CITY MANAGER HUGLEY AND ADOPTED BY THE COUNCIL_____
A Resolution (154-14) - Authorizing the city manager to submit an
application and, if approved, accept a grant for $2,000 from the Association of
County Commissioners of Georgia Civic Affairs foundation to fund a 2014 summer
intern for the human resources department for ten weeks and to amend the
multi-governmental fund by the award amount.
Mayor Pro Tem Turner Pugh moved the adoption of the resolution. Seconded
by Councilor Woodson and carried unanimously by those nine members of Council
present at the time, with Councilor McDaniel being absent from the meeting.
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THE FOLLOWING THREE 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 THOMAS AND SECONDED BY COUNCILOR WOODSON, WHICH
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY BY THOSE NINE MEMBERS OF COUNCIL PRESENT FOR THIS MEETING,
WITH COUNCILOR MCDANIEL BEING ABSENT FROM THE MEETING
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A Resolution (155-14) ? Authorizing the City Manager to submit an
application and, if awarded, accept a grant from the Georgia Emergency
Management Agency for the Muscogee County Sheriff?s Office to fund the purchase
of equipment and equipment upgrades for the Columbus Hazardous Devices Response
Team and amend the multi-governmental fund by the amount awarded.
A Resolution (156-14) ? Authorizing the City Manager to submit an
application and, if awarded, accept a grant from the Georgia Emergency
Management Agency for the Muscogee County Sheriff?s Office to fund the purchase
of supplies and equipment for the explosive detection canine program and amend
the multi-governmental fund by the amount awarded.
A Resolution (157-14) ? Authorizing the city manager to accept a grant for
equipment in the amount of $18,456 or as otherwise awarded, from the 2013
homeland security grant program. The equipment received will be utilized by 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.
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THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS SUBMITTED AND
EXPLAINED BY CITY MANAGER HUGLEY AND ADOPTED BY THE
COUNCIL_
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A Resolution (158-14) - Authorizing the city to submit an application,
and if approved, accept a grant from Georgia Recreation and Park Association
(GRPA) to fund the ?hands in? inclusive therapeutic gardening for adults with
autism.
Councilor Huff moved the adoption of the resolution. Seconded by Mayor Pro
Tem Turner Pugh and carried unanimously by those nine members of Council
present at the time, with Councilor McDaniel being absent from the meeting.
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THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS SUBMITTED AND
EXPLAINED BY CITY MANAGER HUGLEY AND ADOPTED BY THE
COUNCIL_
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A Resolution (159-14) - Authorizing the City Manager to allow human resources
to establish positions for temporary drivers for the Public Works Department.
Councilor Barnes moved the adoption of the resolution. Seconded by Mayor
Pro Tem Turner Pugh and carried unanimously by those nine members of Council
present at the time, with Councilor McDaniel being absent from the meeting.
Councilor Thomas asked Director Pat Biegler how often the drivers call out
sick or are on vacation.
Director Beigler said we experience daily short falls. She said we are
down six drivers this morning. She said we don?t have backup drivers so this
picks away at our capabilities.
Councilor Thomas asked if these positions are established will the drivers
become certified.
Director Biegler explained that these drivers would be required to have
two days of training and certification. She said they are not armed so they
are not required to have the extensive training.
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THE FOLLOWING FIVE 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 MAYOR PRO TEM TURNER PUGH AND SECONDED BY COUNCILOR
WOODSON, WHICH CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY BY THOSE NINE MEMBERS OF COUNCIL PRESENT FOR
THIS MEETING, WITH COUNCILOR MCDANIEL BEING ABSENT FROM THIS
MEETING_________
A Resolution (160-14) - Authorizing payment to Georgia Department of
Natural Resources for state mandated solid waste disposal fees in the amount of
$52,957.28.
A Resolution (161-14) - Authorizing the purchase of two (2) gs14 rover
survey units from Leica Geosystems, Inc., (Norcross, Ga) in the amount of
$28,680.00; and rescind resolution #129-14 which authorized the purchase of one
(2) gs14 rover survey units from Leica Geosystems, Inc., (Norcross, Ga) in the
amount of $27,608.00.
A Resolution (162-14) - Authorizing the annual contract for veterinarian
services with Affordable Veterinary Services LLC, in the amount of $100.00 per
hour, not to exceed $1,200 per month, as well as, the provision of drugs and
other medical supplies, on an ?as needed? basis, for the estimated annual
contract value of $22,000.00 per year.
A Resolution (163-14) - Authorizing an annual service contract for wheel
alignment and balance services with Tires First, Inc., (Columbus, Ga) for the
estimated contract value of $28,000.
A Resolution (164-14) - Authorizing the purchase of one (1) pre-fabricated
steel building (inland building systems), from Garrison Construction Co., Inc.,
(Macon, Ga), at a unit price of $31,715.00, plus $13,722.00 for
labor/delivery/installation, for a total price of $45,437.00.
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OTHER COMMENTS AND REQUESTS FROM COUNCIL:
Councilor Woodson said many years ago when she first came to Council she
road on the garbage truck for a day to experience what the employees
experience. She said she and former Councilman Nathan Suber brought up the
concept of having radios on the trucks in order for the employees to be able to
report certain issues. She then asked Director Biegler has it been affective
to have the radios on the trucks.
Director Biegler responded in saying we are utilizing the radios for
communication, security and also the scheduling of the inmates. She said we
have moderate success with the drivers calling in things that are happening on
the street.
Councilor Woodson asked Director Biegler to come up with an idea that
would allow issues to be reported that may need immediate attention.
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Councilor Barnes said there was a home that was burned down three years
ago on Gardiner Dr. He said the house sits between two other houses and it is
a safety hazard for the neighbors on both sides. He said the home is also open
to the elements and the house looks horrible. He said he spoke to the City
Manager about what the procedure would be to get the house demolished. He said
there is also another house on Baker Street that has not been burned but is in
horrible condition. He said he has received several complaints about this
house as well.
Director of Inspections and Code Greg Coates said although he does agree
that the house on Baker Street has some property maintenance issues he does not
agree that it is in a dilapidated condition. He said as for the home on
Gardiner Dr. should be torn down.
Councilor Barnes said his concern is the house on Gardiner Dr. is a safety
and environmental hazard and it needs to be torn down. He said the owners of
the house on Baker Street should be notified. He then asked the City Manager
what needs to be done to care of this issue. He then said he would like to
know what the financial impact is for both of the houses to be torn down.
City Manager Hugley said he would get with Deputy City Manager Arrington
and Director Coates and take a look at the property in question. He said we
will also provide an update on where we are currently with demolitions.
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Councilor Allen said he received an email from a constituent that has
been going through a home building process and was able to work with some the
staff of Inspections and Code. He said this person became so concerned with
the staff and the issues that he did a search online and found that some of the
employees have not received their certifications for their specialty in what
they are doing. He said Council would like to know what the timeline is for
certification for employees that are hired to perform inspections. He then
asked if those particular employees are allowed to approve jobs that they
inspect during their interim time. He requested that City Manager Hugley
provide the Council with a report on every employee in that department and what
certification they are required to have and if they have received the
certification yet.
City Manager Hugley advised that he would provide the Council with the
requested information.
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Councilor Huff said when a new community is built behind an existing
community, who is responsible for keep up the space between homeowners.
City Manager Hugley said we maintain right of ways and if there is an
easement we would do some limited work.
Councilor Huff requested that one more meeting be held on the TSPLOST
Project before the comes before the Council.
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CLERK OF COUNCIL?S AGENDA:
THE FOLLOWING ITEMS WERE SUBMITTED AS INFORMATION TO THE MAYOR & COUNCIL
BY CLERK OF COUNCIL WASHINGTON:________
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(1) Summary of the GMA District 8, Spring Listening Session, April 16, 2014.
(2) Resume of Mr. Herman E. Lewis, Jr., recommendation for Keep Columbus
Beautiful Commission to fill the seat of Mr. John K. Loomis.
(3) Biographical Sketch of Mr. John Adams, Taxicab Owner Representative nominee
for the Taxicab Commission.
(4) Biographical Sketch of Ms. Jacki E. Lowe, Councilor Davis? nominee for
the Development Authority of Columbus.
(5) Application of Elizabeth Hurst to temporarily close the Dillingham Street
Bridge and Bay Ave, from Dillingham Street to behind the Columbus Trade Center,
from Friday, May 9, 2014 at 12:00 p.m. to Saturday, May 10, 2014 at 12:00 a.m.,
in connection with the Uptown Dragon Boat Festival and Riverfest.
(6) Application of Elizabeth Hurst to temporarily close the 1100 block of
Broadway, on Friday, May 16, 2014 from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., in connection
with the Uptown Smoke-off Barbecue Event.
(7) Application of Elizabeth Hurst to temporarily close the 1000 black of
Broadway, on Sunday, May 25, 2014 from 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., in connection
with the Run Across Georgia finish line.
(8) Application of Courtney Blackmar to temporarily close Cooper Avenue,
from Wynnton Road to 10th Street, and Oakview Avenue, from Cooper Avenue to
10th Street, from Saturday, May 31, 2014 at 2:00 p.m. to Sunday, June 1, 2014
at 1:00 a.m., in connection with the Annual Heritage Ball at the Wynn House.
(9) Application of Rose Williams to temporarily close 6th Avenue, from 8th
Street to 9th Street, on Friday, June 6, 2014 from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., in
connection with the Friendship Baptist Church Vacation Bible School Activity.
(10) Application of Rebecca Wright Harris to temporarily close the Dillingham
Street Bridge, from Friday, July 4, 2014 at 9:00 a.m. to July 5, 2014, 12:00
a.m., in connection with the setup and shooting of fireworks for the Bi-city
Fireworks Show.
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THE FOLLOWING ITEMS WERE ALSO SUBMITTED AND EXPLAINED BY CLERK OF COUNCIL
WASHINGTON AND APPROVED BY THE COUNCIL PURSUANT TO THE ADOPTION OF A SINGLE
MOTION MADE BY COUNCILOR WOODSON AND SECONDED BY MAYOR PRO TEM TURNER PUGH,
WHICH CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY BY THOSE NINE MEMBERS OF COUNCIL, WITH COUNCILOR
MCDANIEL BEING ABSENT FROM THIS
MEETING:
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A Resolution (165-14) - Excusing Councilor Allen from the Tuesday, April
29,
2014 Council Work Session.
A Resolution (166-14) - Excusing Councilor McDaniel from the Tuesday,
April
29, 2014 Council Work Session.
A Resolution (167-14) - Excusing Councilor McDaniel from the Tuesday, May
13, 2014 Council Meeting.
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THE FOLLOWING ITEM WAS SUBMITTED AND EXPLAINED BY CLERK OF COUNCIL
WASHINGTON AND APPROVED BY THE
COUNCIL______ __________________
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A Resolution (168-14) - Approving the honorary designation of
Citizens Way as Carson McCullers Way.
Councilor Allen moved the adoption of the resolution. Seconded by
Councilor Thomas and carried unanimously by those nine members of Council
present at the time, with Councilor McDaniel being absent from this meeting.
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ADD-ON:
A Resolution (169-14) ? Excusing Councilor Huff from the Tuesday, April
29, 2014 Council Meeting.
Councilor Woodson moved the adoption of the resolution. Seconded by
Councilor Baker and carried unanimously by those nine members of Council
present at the time, with Councilor McDaniel being absent from this meeting.
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THE FOLLOWING ITEMS WERE SUBMITTED AND EXPLAINED BY CLERK OF COUNCIL
WASHINGTON AND RECEIVED BY THE
COUNCIL______ _________________
Resignation from Dr. Phillip Brewer resigning from his seat on the
Animal Control Advisory Board.
Resignation letter from Mr. Lyndon Burch resigning from his seat on
the Recreation Advisory Board.
Mayor Pro Tem Turner Pugh made a motion that these items be received.
Seconded by Councilor Woodson and carried unanimously by those eight members of
Council present at the time, with Councilor Henderson being absent for this
vote and Councilor McDaniel being absent from this meeting.
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MINUTES OF THE FOLLOWING BOARDS WERE SUBMITTED
BY CLERK OF COUNCIL WASHINGTON AND OFFICIALLY
RECEIVED BY THE COUNCIL:_ _______________________________
Board of Health, March 26, 2014.
Board of Tax Assessors, 12-14, 13-14 & 14-14.
Board of Water Commissioners, March 10, 2014.
Columbus Golf Authority, April 22, 2014.
Columbus Iron Works & Trade Center Authority, March 27, 2014.
Development Authority of Columbus, December 5, 2013.
Development Authority of Columbus, January 9 & February 6, 2014.
Development Authority of Columbus, March 13 & April 3, 2014.
Downtown Development Authority, July 18, 2013.
Downtown Development Authority, January 9 & March 13, 2014.
Hospital Authority of Columbus, March 25, 2014.
Housing Authority of Columbus, March 19, 2014.
Land Bank Authority, January 8 & February 5, 2014.
Land Bank Authority, March 5 & April 2, 2014.
Recreation Advisory Board, April 23, 2014.
Mayor Pro Tem Turner Pugh made a motion that these minutes be received.
Seconded by Councilor Allen and carried unanimously by those nine members of
Council present at the time, with Councilor McDaniel being absent from this
meeting.
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BOARD APPOINTMENTS:
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY BOARD
Clerk of Council Washington advised that Mr. Chuck McDaniel III is not
eligible to succeed himself, Ms. Gloria Enfinger does not wish to serve another
term, Ms. Andrea Fanklin is not eligible to succeed herself, Ms. Claudya Muller
has resigned and Ms. Clementine Cocharan is not eligible to succeed herself on
the Development Authority.
At this time Councilor Woodson nominated Mr. Teddy Reese to fill the seat
of Ms. Andrea Franklin. Clerk of Council Washington advised that he may now be
confirmed.
Mayor Pro Tem Turner Pugh then made a motion that Ms. Teddy Reese be
confirmed. Seconded by Councilor Allen and carried unanimously by those nine
members of Council present for this meeting, with Councilor McDaniel being
absent from this meeting.
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DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF COLUMBUS
Clerk of Council Washington advised that there have been two nominees
submitted to fill the seat of Mr. Allen Taber.
Councilor Woodson said there have been some concerns regarding conflict of
interest as it relates to some of the nominees that she has submitted and asked
City Attorney Clifton Fay to explain what would be a conflict of interest in
this case.
City Attorney Fay said in general, the conflict of interest rules
contained in the Columbus Charter apply to all boards and authorities of the
Consolidated Government including the Development Authority. The rules say that
no appointed officer or employee shall engage in any business or transaction
has financial or other personal interest direct or indirect which is
incompatible with a proper discharge of his or her duties, they can?t accept
gifts or vote or otherwise participate in a negotiation or the making of a
contract with any business or entity in which he or she has a financial
interest. He said these rules have been in place all along and every board and
authority has to adhere to them. He also advised that the Clerk of Council
has received a recent memorandum from his office in which she forwarded to
every board and authority so that every chairperson has the rules. He further
explained that the City Government is only concerned with the local appointed
body. He said the Charter is aiming at the private financial interest of the
individual.
Councilor Davis asked the City Attorney if he could bring the Council up
to speed on what the regulations are for serving on multiple boards,
authorities etc.
City Attorney Fay said there is an ordinance that prohibits service on
more than one board and there is also a state law that says an individual
cannot hold two county offices simultaneously. He said there are some
exceptions to the two term rule.
Clerk of Council Washington pointed out that there is a resolution on the
books that allows dual service on the Downtown Development Authority,
Development Authority and the Board of Water Commissioners. She said there is
also an ordinance where an individual can serve on the Board of Honor and the
Retire Employees Commission.
City Attorney Fay explained that the rule on the Downtown Development
Authority, Development Authority and the Board of Water Commissioners is
specifically allowed by State law.
Councilor Henderson said for clarification purposes, he had spoken with
the City Attorney regarding one of the nominees. He explained that one of the
nominees works for the same organization as his wife works for. He said he
intends to vote but wants to get this information on the record.
At this time Clerk of Council pointed out the two nominees to fill the seat
of Mr. Allen Taber are Mr. Russ Carreker and Mr. Karl Douglass.
Councilors Allen, Baker, Barnes, Davis, Henderson and Huff voted for Mr.
Russ Carreker and Councilors Thomas and Woodson and Mayor Pro Tem Turner Pugh
voted for Mr. Karl Douglass.
Councilor Barnes moved that Mr. Russ Carreker be confirmed. Seconded by
Councilor Henderson and carried unanimously by those nine members of Council
present at the time, with Councilor McDaniel being absent from this meeting.
Clerk of Council pointed out the two nominees to fill the seat of Mr. Dick
Ellis are Ms. Jackie Lowe and Ms. Becca Hardin.
Councilors Baker, Barnes, Woodson and Mayor Pro Tem Tuner Pugh voted for
Ms. Hardin and Councilors Allen, Davis, Huff, Henderson and Thomas voted for
Ms. Lowe.
With the vote being inconclusive, Clerk of Council Washington advised that
this item will be brought back before Council at a later date.
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HISTORIC & ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW BOARD
Clerk of Council Washington advised that we have not heard from the
Columbus Board of Realtors in regards to a replacement for the seat of Ms.
Saundra Green.
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KEEP COLUMBUS BEAUTIFUL COMMISSION
Clerk of Council Washington advised that Mr. John Loomis has resigned his
position on the Keep Columbus Beautiful Commission. Councilor Henderson then
nominated Mr. Herman Lewis to fill the unexpired term of Mr. Loomis.
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THE MEDICAL CENTER HOSPITAL AUTHORITY
Clerk of Council Washington advised that Mr. Ronald Hudson has
resigned his position on the Medical Center Hospital Authority. She said three
nominees will be forwarded to the Authority and they will select a replacement
for his seat.
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TAXICAB COMMISSION
Clerk of Council Washington advised that Mr. John Adams is interested in
serving on the Taxicab Commission. Councilor Henderson then nominated Mr. John
Adams to fill the unexpired term of Mr. K. Matthew Probst. Clerk of Council
Washington said this item will be brought back during the next regular council
meeting.
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EXECUTIVE SESSION:
Regarding an earlier request by City Attorney Clifton Fay, Mayor Pro Tem
Turner Pugh made a motion to allow the Council to go into an executive session
to discuss litigation and lease of real estate and property disposal. Seconded
by Councilor Allen and carried unanimously by those nine members of Council
present at the time, with Councilor McDaniel being absent for this vote.
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At 12:00 p.m. the regular session was adjourned to allow the Council to go
into an executive session.
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At 12:36 p.m. the meeting was called back to order at which time Mayor
Tomlinson pointed out that the Council met in an executive session to discuss
litigation, but no action was taken.
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With there being no other business to come before the Council, Mayor
Tomlinson then entertained a motion for adjournment. Councilor Allen so moved.
Seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Turner Pugh and carried unanimously by those nine
members of Council present at the time, with Councilor McDaniel being absent
for this vote, with the time of adjournment being 12:37 p.m.
Tiny B. Washington, MMC
Clerk of Council
The Council of Columbus, Georgia
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