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Commission Meeting Agenda
Commission Chamber
3/7/2006
2:00 PM
INVOCATION: Dr. David Fleming, Pastor Warren Baptist Church
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA.
PRESENTATION(S)
A. Mr. Earl Thompkins, Chairman. Presentation/approval of Mission
Statement and discuss accomplishments in 2005/Strategic Plan for
2006 for ARC Citizen's Small Business Advisory Board.
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B. Augusta Canal Authority. RE: Save Our History"
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C. Proclamation- proclaiming March as Red Cross month in Augusta,
Ga. Ms. Kathleen Kosmoski , Executive Director and Mary Porter
Vann, Director Financial Development of the American Red Cross
of Augusta.
Attachments
RECOGNITION(S)
Employee of the Month Award
D. Mr. Brian Alan Cameron, Firefighter/EMT Augusta Fire
Department, January Employee of the Month.
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Five (5) minute time limit per delegation
DELEGATIONS
E. Mr. Charles Masters, President of Augusta Professional Attachments
Firefighters. RE:Offensive statements made by certain
Commissioners.
CONSENT AGENDA
(Items 1-28)
PUBLIC SERVICES
1. Motion to approve assignment and Contract Approval for Airport
Catering Concessionaire. (Approved by Public Services
Committee February 13, 2006) (No action taken in February 22
Commission meeting)
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2. Motion to approve a request by Christopher Bentley for a Sunday
Sales License to be used in connection with The Snug Tavern &
Grill located at 240 Davis Rd. There will be Sunday Sales. District
7. Super District 10. (Appoved by Public Services Committee
February 27, 2006)
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3. Motion to approve a request by Laurie L. Pratt to transfer the
Massage Operators License used in connection with Serenity Day
Spa from 504 Shartom Dr to 106 Pleasant Home Rd Ste 2-D.
District 7. Super District 10. (Approved by Public Services
Committee February 27, 2006)
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4. Motion to approve a request by Nancy K Holtman to transfer the
Massage Operators license used in connection with Augusta
Center 4 Massage from 211 Pleasant Home Rd to 149 Davis Rd.
District 7. Super District 10. (Approved by Public Services
Committee February 27, 2006)
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5. Motion to approve a request by Norma J. Simpson for a
Therapuetic Massage License to be used in connection with
Norma J. Simpsom Massage at 3106-A Wrightsboro Rd. District
3. Super District 10. (Approved by Public Services Committee
February 27, 2006)
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6. Motion to approve a request by Ellen P. Weis for a Therapuetic
Massage License to be used in connection with Heavenly Handzzz
at Rob Michaels located at 3015 Peach Orchard Rd. District 6.
Super District 10. (Approved by Public Services Committee
February 27, 2006)
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7. Motion to approve a request by Sheri R. Kirkendoll for a Massage
Therapy Operators License to be used in connection with Rob
Michaels Salon located at 3015 Peach Orchard Rd. District 6.
Super District 10. (Approved by Public Services Committee
February 27, 2006)
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8. Motion to approve the assignment and Contract Approval for
Airport Restaurant Concessionaire. (Approved by Public Services
Committee February 13, 2006) (No action taken in February 22
Commission meeting)
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PUBLIC SAFETY
9. Motion to approve allowing Dr. Elam of Augusta Technology
School to make a presentation on the possibility of forming a
partnership with the Augusta Fire Department concerning the
Augusta Fire Department's Emergency Services Training Center.
(Approved by Public Safety Committee February 27, 2006)
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10. Motion to approve awarding the Fire Department Medical Director
bid to the Medical College of Georgia. (Approved by the Public
Safety Committee February 27, 2006)
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FINANCE
11. Motion to approve award of a contract to Edwards-Pitman
Environmental, Inc., in the amount of $13,000, for development of
the Olde Town Design Guidelines Manual. (Approved by Finance
Committee February 27, 2006)
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12. Motion to approve a budget Resolution and Amendment
increasing revenues and appropriations in the General Fund budget
for Animal Services. (Approved by Finance Committee February
27, 2006)
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13. Motion to approve Excess Worker's Compensation Insurance with
Safety National Casualty Corporation for a deposit premium of
$147,883 with a $600,000 SIR (Self Insured Retention).
(Approved by Finance Committee February 27, 2006)
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14. Motion to approve the refund recommendations from the Board of
Assessors for 18 accounts. (Approved by Finance Committee
February 27, 2006)
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15. Motion to approve a request from Mr. Warren Hylton for a waiver
of penalty for taxes on property located at 1305 Interstate
Parkway. (Map # 022-0-126-01-0, Account #1246728) (Approved
by Finance Committee February 27, 2006)
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ENGINEERING SERVICES
16. Motion to approve an Option for Right-of-Way between Avondale
Mills, Inc., as owner, and Augusta, Georgia, for the following
property located at 510 Cottage Street for a purchase price of
$63,510.00 and to acquire subject property: 0.473 acre (20,595.15
sq. ft.) in fee and 0.039 acre (1,715.38 sq. ft.) of permanent utility
construction and maintenance easement. (Approved by
Engineering Services Committee February 27, 2006)
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17. Motion to approve option three (3) for the installation of a base for
the James Brown statue. (Approved by Engineering Services
Committee February 27, 2006)
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18. Motion to authorize condemnation of a portion of Property # 128-
0-079-00-0 3621 Karleen Road, which is owned by Pauline R.
Johnson for 1,274 Sq. Feet for a Permanent Easement and for 849
Sq. Feet for a Temporary Easement. AUD Project: Horsepen
Sanitary Sewer, Phase 2. (Approved by Engineering Services
Committee February 27, 2006)
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19. Motion to approve proposed Ordinance amending Augusta Code
Section 5-2-8 to repeal prohibition on resale or redistribution of
water. (Approved by Engineering Services Committee February
27, 2006)
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20. Motion to approve expenditure of SPLOST IV funds in the
amount of up to $63,796 allocated for roof replacement at the
Records Retention Center. Also, award a contract for installation
of high density modular shelving to Modern Business Systems of
Augusta in the amount of $36,029.91, increasing storage capacity
by 2,000 boxes. This firm was the lowest responsive bidder to
RFP #06-087. (Approved by Finance and Engineering Services
Committees February 27, 2006)
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21. Motion to deny a change order to RW Beck in an amount of
$300,000 to fund a public information program relating to solid
waste management in Augusta-Richmond County, highlighting the
upcoming changes in collection. (Approved by Engineering
Services Committee February 27, 2006)
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22. Motion to approve entering into an agreement with New South
Associates in the amount of $99,079 for the mitigation of an
African-American archaeological site on the St. Sebastian Street
Way/Greene Street/15th Street project, CPB # 327-04-296812003.
Funding is available in SPLOST Phase IV Project Engineering
Account 324041110-5212115/202824003-5212115. (Approved by
Engineering Services Committee February 27, 2006)
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PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS
23. Motion to approve the minutes of the Commission regular meeting
held February 22, 2006 and Special Called meeting held February
27, 2006.
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APPOINTMENT(S)
24. Motion to approve the reappointment and appointment of the
following representing District 1: Ms. Mildred McDaniel,
Coliseum Authority, Ms. Nancy Barnes, AHED Citizens Advisory
Council, Ms. Cassandra Brinson, Citizens Small Business Council,
Mr. Archie Shepard, Animal Control Board, Mr.William Mitchell,
Zoning Appeals Board and Ms. Ella Washington, Library Board.
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25. Motion to approve the following appointments and reappointment
to the Tax Assessor Board representing District 9: Ms. Gloria
Frazier, Mr. Herman Fort and Mr. Tracy Williams.
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26. Motion to approve the appointment of the following representing
District 7: Mr. Eugene Hunt, Planning Commission, Mr. Dewitt
Dent, Zoning Appeals Board, Mr. Richard Isdell, Coliseum
Authority, Jack Steinberg, ARC Citizens Minority Business
Development Advisory Council, Crystal Eskola, Animal Control
Board and Ms. Fran Stewart, Riverfront Review Board.
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27. Motion to approve the appointment and reappointment of the
following representing District 3: Tom Fuller, Public Facilities,
William Thomas, Animal Control, Katie Jones, Bush Field,
Thomas Robertson, Canal Authority, Dr. Harold Engler, Daniel
Field, Anna Avrett, Historic Preservation, D. Clay Ward, AHEDD,
Robert Smalley, Human Relations, Harold Simon, Personnel
Board, Jay Simon, Planning Commission, Don Bradshaw,
Riverfront Development, Henry Frischknecht, Tree Commission,
Nick Dickinson, Board of Zoning Appeals and Harry Moore,
Coliseum Authority.
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28. Motion to approve the appointment of Mr. David M. HIcks to the
Coliseum Authority representing District 8.
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****END CONSENT AGENDA****
AUGUSTA COMMISSION
3/7/2006
AUGUSTA COMMISSION
REGULAR AGENDA
3/7/2006
(Items 29-45)
ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES
29. Approve 2006 Cost-of-Living Allowance for retirees.
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30. Approve Wellness Facility contract amendment with the Family
Y. (Referred from February 22 Commission meeting)
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31. Review/approve Plan of Action from the ARC Community
Partnership for Children and Families, Inc. regarding Hurricane
Katrina evacuees in the Augusta area.
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32. Status report regarding changes made in AHEDD Finance
Procedures.
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33. Legal Meeting Pending and Potential Litigation Personnel
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34. Presentation by Patricia Strakosch regarding a grievance dated
August 12, 2005.
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35. Motion to approve a Resolution of the Board of Commissioners of Attachments
Augusta, Georgia, Expressing Support for Full Funding of State
and Local Efforts to Cleanup Hazardous and Solid Waste Sites,
Properly Address Waste-related Activities, and Control Erosion
and Sedimentation; and Strongly Urging That All Proceeds
Generated through Statutorily-Dedicated Fees for Critical State
and Local Environmental Initiatives Be Appropriated Only to
Those Uses for Which the Funds Were Created. (Referred from
February 13 Administrative Services Committee)
36. Presentation by Mr. Steve Gurley regarding his lease with the City
of Augusta for property located at 845 Laney Walker Blvd.
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FINANCE
37. Consider a request from Mrs. Arthur Holmes for a tax rebate on
property at 2439 Peach Orchard Road. (No recommendation from
Finance Committee February 27, 2006)
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PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS
38. Motion to approve the rescheduling of the April 4th regular
Commission meeting to March 29 at 1:00 P.M.
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39. Motion to approve Tender Sprout Christian Learing Center, Inc. to
be a direct recipient of grant funds from the Children and Youth
Coordinating Council.
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ATTORNEY
40. An Ordinance to amend the Code of Augusta-Richmond County
by adopting a new section to be known as Article 6, Chapter 2,
Section 64(d)(1), et seq..; to define special alcohol license distance
requirements with reference to structures not originally built as a
place of worship and located in the Downtown Business District;
to define the Downtown Business District for purposes of the
special alcohol license distance requirements, to provide for
exceptions to this Ordinance for such structures in use as of the
effective date of this Ordinance; and to repeal all Ordinances and
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parts of Ordinances in conflect herewith.
41. An Ordinance to amend the Code of Augusta-Richmond County
by adopting a new section therein, to be known as Article 3,
Chapter 9, Section 1, et seq.; so as to define the offense of
“Aggressive Panhandling” and to provide a penalty for the
violation of said Ordinance and to repeal all Ordinances and parts
of Ordinances in conflict herewith.
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OTHER BUSINESS
42. Discussion of the abstention policy of the Commission.
(Requested by Commissioner Andy Cheek)
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43. Discuss/approve study for the proposed Augusta Dragway.
(Requested by Commissioner Marion Williams)
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44. Consider action taken by legislative members regrding elected
officials pay raises. (Requested by Commissioner Don Grantham)
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LEGAL MEETING
A. Pending and Potential Litigation.
B. Real Estate.
C. Personnel.
45. Motion to approve authorization for the mayor to execute affidavit
of compliance with Georgia's Open Meeting Act.
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Fleming
Department:
Caption:Dr. David Fleming, Pastor Warren Baptist Church
Background:
Analysis:
Financial Impact:
Alternatives:
Recommendation:
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
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Clerk of Commission
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ARC Citizens Small Business Council
Department:
Caption:Mr. Earl Thompkins, Chairman. Presentation/approval of
Mission Statement and discuss accomplishments in
2005/Strategic Plan for 2006 for ARC Citizen's Small
Business Advisory Board.
Background:
Analysis:
Financial Impact:
Alternatives:
Recommendation:
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
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Clerk of Commission
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Canal Authority
Department:
Caption:Augusta Canal Authority. RE: Save Our History"
Background:
Analysis:
Financial Impact:
Alternatives:
Recommendation:
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
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Clerk of Commission
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Proclamation
Department:
Caption:Proclamation- proclaiming March as Red Cross month in
Augusta, Ga. Ms. Kathleen Kosmoski , Executive Director
and Mary Porter Vann, Director Financial Development of
the American Red Cross of Augusta.
Background:
Analysis:
Financial Impact:
Alternatives:
Recommendation:
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
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Clerk of Commission
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Employee of the Month Award
Department:
Caption:Mr. Brian Alan Cameron, Firefighter/EMT Augusta Fire
Department, January Employee of the Month.
Background:
Analysis:
Financial Impact:
Alternatives:
Recommendation:
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Clerk of Commission
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Masters
Department:
Caption:Mr. Charles Masters, President of Augusta Professional
Firefighters. RE:Offensive statements made by certain
Commissioners.
Background:
Analysis:
Financial Impact:
Alternatives:
Recommendation:
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Clerk of Commission
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Airport Catering Concessionaire
Department:Augusta Regional Airport
Caption:Motion to approve assignment and Contract Approval for
Airport Catering Concessionaire. (Approved by Public
Services Committee February 13, 2006) (No action taken in
February 22 Commission meeting)
Background:The Augusta Aviation Commission through the RFP process
has selected Events 20/20 as Augusta Regional Airport
catering concessionaire. The RFP was submitted twice with
Events 20/20 being the only vendor submitting a proposal
both times.
Analysis:Events 20/20 is currently providing catering concessions at
the airport.
Financial Impact:The contract is for three (3) years, effective March 1, 2006
with two (2) one year renewals. A flat fee of $950 per month
is due the airport quarterly by the tenth day of the last month
of the quarter.
Alternatives:Reject request.
Recommendation:The Augusta Aviation Commission approved this assignment
at the January 26, 2006 meeting and recommends Augusta
Commission approval.
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
N/A
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Clerk of Commission
AUGUSTA REGIONAL AIRPORT AT BUSH FIELD
State of Georgia )
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County of Richmond )
CATERING CONTRACT
THIS CONTRACT made and entered into this _______ day of _________________,
_____________, 2006, by and between, AUGUSTA GEORGIA, a political subdivision of the State
of Georgia (hereinafter referred to as “Augusta”), acting by and through the AUGUSTA AVIATION
COMMISSION, whose address is Augusta Regional Airport at Bush Field, 1501 Aviation Way,
Augusta, Georgia 30906-9600(hereinafter called “Airport”), and MIKE SMITH CATERING, INC.
DBA EVENTS 20/20, whose address is 4011 Enterprise Court, Martinez, Georgia, 30907
(hereinafter called “Caterer”). Aviation Services, the fixed base operator (FBO) and a department of
Augusta Regional Airport is hereinafter referred to as “FBO”.
WHEREAS the Airport operates the Augusta Regional Airport at Bush Field and requires
catering for FBO customers, and
WHEREAS Caterer is a company engaged in the business of providing catering as
required by the Airport, and
WHEREAS the Airport wishes to, and is authorized to, grant to Caterer the right to provide
catering at the Airport under an agreement containing mutually satisfactory terms and covenants.
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants, terms, conditions, privileges,
obligations and agreements herein contained, the Airport and Caterer hereby mutually undertake,
promise, and agree, each for itself and its successors and assigns, as follows:
1. Concept of Operations.
a. Caterer shall provide aircraft catering, as requested by aircraft owner/operators,
during the term of this agreement.
b. Caterer will meet all Federal, State, and Local laws and requirements for food
preparation and delivery for food to be consumed in-flight.
c. Caterer will assist in planning for catering for private, corporate, and commercial
aircraft operating through the FBO.
d. Caterer will pay for all costs of goods sold, cost of rented or leased equipment, and
for all labor charges incident to services under this Contract.
e. Since Caterer employees will be required to operate in the secure areas of the airport,
all employees will be required to obtain the Airport’s Security Identification Display
Area (SIDA) badge and all employees shall be subject to and comply with all
Transportation Security Administration rules and regulations as well as all ordinances
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of Richmond County, Georgia. To qualify for the badge, individual must be
fingerprinted and have a background investigation completed. Caterer will bear cost
associated with badging employees.
f. FBO Facilities. A catering storage room is located west of the FBO. Caterer may
use the room for storing catering orders. Storage room has electricity and lights but,
is otherwise unimproved. Caterer hereby accepts the facilities in an “as is” condition
and agrees to comply with all rules and regulations regarding food storage and
preparation and sanitation.
g. Catering orders for food will always be maintained at proper temperatures and
handled properly by all personnel. The delivery vehicle will be clean and present
proper image at all times.
h. Food. Catering food orders should be made of quality products, in sufficient portions
so as not to be scant or excessive, in a pleasant presentation, and offer a variety of
options for the customer.
i. Beverages. Caterer will provide alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages as requested
for aircraft catering.
j. Other services. In addition, Caterer will be expected to wash dishes, prepare laundry,
etc. and to comply with catering orders as requested.
k. Catering storage. Caterer will provide all equipment required for holding catering
food orders until picked up by the customer. This may include but is not limited to
refrigerators, etc.
l. Ordering. Caterer will establish a 24-hour telephone ordering system for catering.
FBO has a catering telephone number that is published nationwide. When taking
orders the Caterer should, at a minimum, include the following information along
with the catering request:
Flight date
Delivery date, if different from flight date
Aircraft tail number
Name of person placing order
Requested delivery time
Special packaging Instructions
m. Billing. Caterer will establish a direct bill system for catering orders. Caterer will
collect all revenue for all sales for catering services. Neither Augusta, Airport nor
FBO shall be deemed a party to any catering contract and shall not be liable for the
collection of any bills for catering nor for the breach of any catering contract by
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Caterer or any third party.
n. Catering Delivery.
(1) Normally, the Caterer will deliver catering orders to the FBO and store them
in the catering storage room no later than two (2) hours prior to aircraft
scheduled departure time unless instructed otherwise. Except during
Masters® Golf Tournament, FBO personnel will normally deliver catering to
the aircraft for general aviation and corporate aircraft.
(2) Caterer will deliver catering to and properly store catering on commercially
operated aircraft.
(3) Catering orders will be marked to easily identify customer and logged in at
time of delivery (see Catering Log).
o. Masters® Golf Tournament Operations.
(1) The Masters® Golf Tournament is held annually during the first full week in
April.
(2) Caterer will set up a customer service office inside the FBO to handle all
catering requests.
(3) Caterer will deliver all catering to the aircraft during the tournament.
(4) Masters operation will begin at midnight on Sunday prior to the Tournament
and end at noon on Monday following the Tournament.
(5) Caterer will provide all personnel, equipment and supplies as required to
perform catering duties i.e., golf carts, radios, etc.
2. Term. The term of this contract shall be for a period of three (3) year(s) commencing on
March 1, 2006 with an additional two (2) one-year options to renew. Either party may
terminate this Agreement upon giving ninety (90) days written notice of the intent to cancel
prior to the end of the initial term or any term thereafter. Should either party desire to
exercise the option to renew, the party exercising the option shall notify the other party, in
writing ninety (90) days prior to the expiration of the current term.
3. Leased Premises.
a. Airport does hereby lease and Caterer, for its exclusive use, does hereby lease storage
space known as the Catering room. Airport reserves the right to relocate Catering
room to another location should the need arise during the term of this Contact.
b. During the term of this Contract, Caterer agrees to pay Airport the rental sum of One
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Dollar ($1.00) per annum for use of Leased Premises, payable in advance.
4. Compensation. During the primary term of this lease and extension, Caterer agrees to pay
Augusta Regional Airport a flat fee of $950.00 per month, payable on a quarterly basis.
Payments are due on the 10th day of the last month of the quarter in accordance with the
following schedule:
Quarter Due Date Payment
March 1 - May 31 May 10 $2,850
June 1 - August 31, August 10 $2,850
September 1 - November 30 November 10 $2,850
December 1 - February 28 February 10 $2,850
5. Utilities. Caterer shall pay all charges for electricity, gas, water, sewer service, sewer
treatment, telephone and any other communication or utility service used in or rendered or
supplied to the Leased Premises throughout the term of this Contract and shall indemnify
Airport and hold it forever harmless against any and all liability or damages related thereto.
6. Repairs and Maintenance. Airport shall maintain the Leased Premises, including any
changes, additions, alterations, modifications and/or improvements made by Caterer as
provided herein, normal wear and tear are excluded.
7. Changes, Additions, Alterations, Modifications, Improvements. Caterer shall not without
prior written consent of Airport, make any changes, additions, alterations, modifications
and/or improvements, structural or otherwise, in or upon any part of the Leased Premises.
The foregoing shall also apply to any exterior signs, notices, placement of machinery or
equipment either attached or placed outside of the Leased Premises. Caterer agrees to submit
any and all plans for any changes, additions, alterations, modifications and/or improvements
to the Leased Premises to Airport for approval before said alterations, changes or additions
are begun. Airport shall not unreasonably withhold its approval of said plans.
8. Title to Changes, Additions, Alterations, Modifications, Improvements. It is mutually
understood and agreed that title to any changes, additions, alterations, modifications and/or
improvements, whether existing on the Leased Premises at the effective date of this Contract
or added to the Leased Premises during the term of this Contract, and to all of the building
and structures and all other improvements of a permanent character that may be built upon
the Leased Premises by Caterer during the term of the Contract shall remain the property of
the Airport and that fee simple title to the same shall be vested in Airport.
9. Inspection by Airport. Airport, its authorized agents or representatives shall have the right to
enter upon the Leased premises to make inspections during regular business hours when a
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representative of Caterer is present, or at any time in case of an emergency to determine
whether Caterer has complied with and is complying with the terms and conditions of this
Contract; provided, however, that said inspection shall in no event unduly disrupt or interfere
with the operation of Caterer. Any deficiencies noted during the inspection shall be
corrected in thirty (30) days.
10. Taxes. Caterer shall pay any and all personal property and sales taxes that may be assessed
against its equipment, merchandise, or other property located on or about the Leased
Premises and any franchise fees or other taxes which may be imposed or assessed against
Caterer or its leasehold interest.
11. Rules and Regulations. Caterer agrees that use of the Leased Premises shall be conducted in
compliance with all local, state and federal laws, the ordinances of Augusta, Georgia, the
rules and regulations of the Augusta-Richmond County Commission, and all rules and
regulations of Airport and its designated Manager. Caterer further agrees to endeavor to
conduct its business in such a manner as will develop and maintain the good will and active
interest of the general public. Caterer specifically agrees that its operations shall be
conducted in compliance with all federal, state and local environmental laws, rules and
regulations, and agrees to indemnify and hold harmless Airport (and each of Airport’s elected
officials, officers, agents, employees and representatives), from and against any claims,
actions, demands or liabilities of any kind arising out of or relating to Caterer’s use of the
Leased Premises
12. Insurance. Caterer must maintain appropriate insurance for restaurant and catering
operations. Augusta Regional Airport, the Augusta Aviation Commission, Augusta, Georgia,
and the Augusta Richmond County Commission shall be named as additional insureds, and
such policy of insurance shall provide for a 30-day notice of any cancellation or policy
changes. Liability limits shall be no less than $1,000,000 to include Broad Form General
Liability inclusive of Product Liability. Liquor liability must be included.
13. Indemnity Insurance. Caterer agrees to indemnify and hold harmless Augusta, the Airport
and FBO from any and all claims in any way related to or arising out of any failure of Caterer
to perform its obligations hereunder or related to or arising out of any damage or injury to
property or persons, occurring or allegedly occurring in, on or about the Leased Premises or
on Airport property during the period from the date of this Contract to the end of the Contract
Term, including reasonable attorney's fees and expenses of litigation incurred by Airport in
connection therewith.
Caterer further agrees that the foregoing provision to indemnify and hold harmless also applies to
any claims for damage or injury to himself and/or any individuals employed or retained by
himself in connection with any changes, additions, alterations, modifications and/or
improvements made to the Leased Premises, and hereby releases Airport from liability in
connection with any such claims.
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14. Assignments. Caterer shall not, assign this Contract or any interest there under, sublet the
Leased Premises or any part thereof, or permit the use of the Leased Premises by any party
other than Caterer without the prior written consent of the Airport. Any consent to one
assignment or sublease shall not destroy or waive this provision, and all later assignments
and subleases shall likewise be made only upon prior written consent of the airport.
Subtenants or assignees shall become liable directly to the Airport for all obligations of
Caterer, without relieving Caterer’s liability.
15. Default. It is understood between the parties hereto that in the event of default by either of
the parties during the term of this Contract, the other party shall have the right forthwith to
give notice thereof to the party in default, same to be in writing, and if such condition of
default is not removed and restored within ten (10) days after receipt of such notice, then the
other party shall forthwith have the option of declaring this Contract in default and proceed
to enforce their rights in accordance with the law. For purposes of this Section, an "event of
default" includes but is not limited to:
a. Caterer’s failure to make any payment when it becomes due under this Contract,
where such failure continues for 10 days after the due date;
b. Caterer’s failure to perform, observe and/or comply with any provision of this
Contract, where such failure is not cured within 15 days of notice thereof from
Airport; or
c. Caterer’s insolvency or inability to pay its debts as they become due, or Caterer
making of an assignment for the benefit of creditors, Caterer’s application for or
consent to the appointment of a receiver, trustee, conservator or liquidator of Caterer
or of any of its assets, or Caterer’s filing of a petition for relief under any bankruptcy,
insolvency, reorganization or similar laws, or the filing of a petition in, or proceeding
under, any bankruptcy, insolvency, reorganization or similar laws against Airport,
which is not dismissed or fully stayed within twenty (20) days after the filing or
institution thereof.
16. Quiet Enjoyment, Ingress and Egress. Airport covenants and warrants that Caterer, so long
as it shall pay the rentals herein stipulated and shall perform the duties and obligations herein
agreed to be performed by it, shall peaceably and quietly have, hold and occupy and shall
have the exclusive use and enjoyment of the Leased Premises during the term of this
Contract and any extensions thereof. Caterer, its invitees, guests, customers and employees
shall have full right of ingress and egress to the Leased Premises at all times and without
charge, toll or fee.
17. Leased Premises accepted "as-is." Caterer acknowledges and agrees that he has inspected the
Leased Premises prior to his execution of this Contract, that he is aware of the condition of
the Leased Premises as of the date of execution of this Contract, and Caterer leases the
Leased Premises "as-is." Airport agrees that Leased Premises will meet applicable city codes
AUGUSTA REGIONAL AIRPORT AT BUSH FIELD
CATERING CONTRACT
Page 7
at time of Caterer’s occupancy, but makes no representation as to its suitability for Caterer’s
intended use
18. Notices. All notices, demands, and requests which may or are required to be given by either
Airport or Caterer to the other shall be in writing and shall be deemed to have been properly
given when sent postage pre-paid by registered or certified mail (with return receipt
requested) addressed as follows:
If intended for Caterer: If intended for Airport:
Events 20/20 Augusta Aviation Commission
Attn Mike Smith C/o, Executive Director
4011 Enterprise Court 1501 Aviation Way
Martinez, GA 30907 Augusta, GA 30906
Either party may change the address and name of addressee to which subsequent notices are
to be sent by notice to the other given as aforesaid.
19. Exculpation; Indemnity. Wherever in this Contract Airport’s liability is limited, modified or
exculpated or Caterer agrees to indemnify or hold Airport harmless or have Airport named as
an additional insured, the term Airport shall mean and include the Augusta-Richmond
County Commission (including its Mayor) and its members, officers, elected officials,
agents, servants, employees and successors in office.
20. Covenants Bind and Benefit Successors and Assigns. The provisions of this Contract shall
be binding upon and inure to the benefit of the parties hereto and their respective successors
and permitted assigns; provided, however, that no one shall have any benefit or acquire any
rights under this Contract pursuant to any conveyance, transfer, or assignment in violation of
any of its provisions.
21. Governing Law. This Contract shall be governed and interpreted by the laws of the State of
Georgia.
22. Entire Contract. This Contract, to include Caterer’s response to Request for Proposal # 06-
085, contains the entire Contract of the parties, and no representations, inducements,
promises or Contracts, oral or otherwise, between the parties not embodied herein shall be of
any force or effect. No failure of either party to exercise any power given it hereunder, or to
insist upon strict compliance by either party of any obligations hereunder, and no custom or
practice of the parties at variance with the terms hereof shall constitute a waiver of either
party's right to demand exact compliance with the terms hereof.
23. Breach. Upon the failure of Caterer to observe or comply with any of the provisions of this
Contract, Airport may immediately terminate this Contract and institute such actions
necessary to recover the property and evict Caterer.
AUGUSTA REGIONAL AIRPORT AT BUSH FIELD
CATERING CONTRACT
Page 8
24. Contract Termination.
a. In the event of failure to comply with the terms of this contract, Airport and Caterer
agree that Airport may terminate this Contract or any work or delivery required
hereunder, from time to time, either in whole or in part. Termination, in whole or in
part, shall be effected by delivery of a Notice of Termination signed by the Executive
Director of Augusta Regional Airport at Bush Field, specifically setting forth the
effective date of termination.
b. Upon receipt of such Notice, Caterer shall:
(1) Cease any further deliveries of work due under this Contract, on the
applicable date, and to the extent, which may be specified in the Notice;
(2) Accept no further orders except as may be necessary to perform that portion
of this Contract not subject to the Notice; and
(3) Use his best efforts to mitigate any damages which may be sustained as a
consequence of termination under this clause.
25. Premises. If the Leased Premises should be damaged or destroyed by fire or other casualty,
the same shall be repaired or replaced utilizing the proceeds of the insurance coverage
required to be maintained by Caterer under the terms of this Contract. In the event such
damage or destruction renders the Leased Premises untenantable, the rent required to be paid
hereunder shall nevertheless continue to be paid by Caterer without interruption during the
period of repair or replacement.
26. Miscellaneous.
a. Captioned herein are included for convenience of the parties only and shall not be
deemed to modify or restrict the meaning or interpretation of any of the terms or
provisions hereof.
b. In the event any covenant, condition, or provision herein contained is held to be
invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction, the invalidity of any such covenant,
condition, or provision shall in no way affect any other covenant, condition, or
provision herein contained provided that the invalidity of any such covenant,
condition, or provision does not materially prejudice either Lessor or Lessee in its
respective rights and obligations contained in the valid covenants, conditions, and
provisions of this Lease.
c. As between Lessor and Lessee, Lessee in the occupancy, use, and maintenance of the
leased Premises under the terms hereof, shall at all times act in the capacity of an
independent contractor.
AUGUSTA REGIONAL AIRPORT AT BUSH FIELD
CATERING CONTRACT
Page 9
d. All claims, disputes and other matters in question between the Lessor and the Lessee
arising out of or relating to the Agreement, or the breach thereof, shall be decided in
the Superior Court of Richmond County, Georgia.
e. Lessee acknowledges that all records relating to this Agreement and the services to be
provided under the contract may be a public record subject to Georgia's Open
Records Act (O.C.G.A. § 50-18-70, et seq.). Lessee shall cooperate fully in
responding to such request and making all records, not exempt, available for
inspection and copying as provided by law.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereof have caused this Contract to be executed as of
the day and year first above written.
Signed, sealed, and delivered
In the presence of: CITY OF AUGUSTA
___________________________ By: ___________________________
Notary Public, State of GA As its: Mayor
My Commission Expires: _______
[SEAL]
Attest: _________________________
Its: Clerk of Commission
Signed, sealed, and delivered AUGUSTA AVIATION COMMISSION
In the presence of:
___________________________ By: _________________________
Notary Public, State of GA As its: CHAIRMAN
My Commission Expires: ____________
[SEAL]
Signed, sealed, and delivered MIKE SMITH CATERING, INC. In the presence of:
__________________________ By: __________________________
Notary Public, State of GA Its: President
My Commission Expires: ____________
AUGUSTA REGIONAL AIRPORT AT BUSH FIELD
CATERING CONTRACT
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Commission Meeting Agenda
3/7/2006 2:00 PM
Alcohol License Application
Department:License & Inspections
Caption:Motion to approve a request by Christopher Bentley for a
Sunday Sales License to be used in connection with The
Snug Tavern & Grill located at 240 Davis Rd. There will be
Sunday Sales. District 7. Super District 10. (Appoved by
Public Services Committee February 27, 2006)
Background:The applicant already has a current alcohol license. The
location has been audited by our internal auditor who
certifies that their sales meet the 50/50 threshhold.
Analysis:The applicant has met all the requirements of the Augusta
Richmomd County Alcohol Ordinance.
Financial Impact:The applicant will pay an additional $1100.00 fee.
Alternatives:
Recommendation:License & Inspections recommends approval. The RCSD
recommends approval.
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Clerk of Commission
Commission Meeting Agenda
3/7/2006 2:00 PM
Massage Application
Department:License & Inspection
Caption:Motion to approve a request by Laurie L. Pratt to transfer the
Massage Operators License used in connection with Serenity
Day Spa from 504 Shartom Dr to 106 Pleasant Home Rd Ste
2-D. District 7. Super District 10. (Approved by Public
Services Committee February 27, 2006)
Background:The applicant was approved for an operators license in 2004.
Ms Pratt is also a nationally certified massage therapist. The
location she is moving to was a licensed location in 2005 in
the name of Hand Over Stress.
Analysis:The applicant and location meet the requirements of the
Augusta Richmond County Ordinance governing Massage
Therapy.
Financial Impact:The applicant will pay a fee of $175.00
Alternatives:
Recommendation:License & Inspection recommends approval. The RCSD
recommends approva.l
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Finance.
Administrator.
Clerk of Commission
Commission Meeting Agenda
3/7/2006 2:00 PM
Massage Application
Department:License & Inspections
Caption:Motion to approve a request by Nancy K Holtman to transfer
the Massage Operators license used in connection with
Augusta Center 4 Massage from 211 Pleasant Home Rd to
149 Davis Rd. District 7. Super District 10. (Approved by
Public Services Committee February 27, 2006)
Background:The applicant was approved for an operators license in 2003.
Ms Holtman is also a nationally certified massage therapist.
The new location 149 Davis Rd is zoned B-2.
Analysis:The applicant and location meet all the requirements of the
Augusta Richmond County Ordinance governing Massage
Therapy.
Financial Impact:The applicant will pay a fee of $175.00
Alternatives:
Recommendation:License & Inspection recommends approval. The RCSD
recommends approval.
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Finance.
Administrator.
Clerk of Commission
Commission Meeting Agenda
3/7/2006 2:00 PM
Massage Application
Department:License & Inspection
Caption:Motion to approve a request by Norma J. Simpson for a
Therapuetic Massage License to be used in connection with
Norma J. Simpsom Massage at 3106-A Wrightsboro Rd.
District 3. Super District 10. (Approved by Public Services
Committee February 27, 2006)
Background:This a new application. The applicant will be an independent
contractor in the building with PeachCare Family
Chiropractic.
Analysis:The applicant has met all the requirements of the Augusta
Richmond County Ordinance governing Massage Therapy.
Financial Impact:The applicant will pay fee of $175.00
Alternatives:
Recommendation:License & Inspection recommends approval. The RCSD
recommends approva.
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Finance.
Administrator.
Clerk of Commission
Commission Meeting Agenda
3/7/2006 2:00 PM
Massage Application
Department:License & Inspections
Caption:Motion to approve a request by Ellen P. Weis for a
Therapuetic Massage License to be used in connection with
Heavenly Handzzz at Rob Michaels located at 3015 Peach
Orchard Rd. District 6. Super District 10. (Approved by
Public Services Committee February 27, 2006)
Background:This is a new application. Ms Weis will be the nationally
certified massage therapist at Rob Michaels.
Analysis:The applicant has met all the requirements of the Augusta
Richmond County Ordinance governing massage therapy.
Financial Impact:The applicant will pay a fee of $175.00
Alternatives:
Recommendation:License & Inspection recommends approval. The RCSD
recommends approval.
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Finance.
Administrator.
Clerk of Commission
Commission Meeting Agenda
3/7/2006 2:00 PM
Massage Application
Department:License & Inspection
Caption:Motion to approve a request by Sheri R. Kirkendoll for a
Massage Therapy Operators License to be used in connection
with Rob Michaels Salon located at 3015 Peach Orchard Rd.
District 6. Super District 10. (Approved by Public Services
Committee February 27, 2006)
Background:This is a new application. Ms Kirkendoll must have an
operators license to be able to offer massage at her salon. A
nationally certified therapist must be on hand to provide the
massages.
Analysis:The applicant has met all the requirements of the Augusta
Richmond County Ordinance governing massage therapy.
Financial Impact:The applicant will pay a fee of $175.00
Alternatives:
Recommendation:License & Inspection recommends approval. The RCSD
recommend approval.
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Finance.
Administrator.
Clerk of Commission
Commission Meeting Agenda
3/7/2006 2:00 PM
Restaurant Concessionaire
Department:Augusta Regional Airport
Caption:Motion to approve the assignment and Contract Approval for
Airport Restaurant Concessionaire. (Approved by Public
Services Committee February 13, 2006) (No action taken in
February 22 Commission meeting)
Background:The Augusta Aviation Commission through the RFP process
has selected Tailwinds Lounge as Augusta Regional Airport
food concessionaire. The RFP was submitted twice with
Tailwinds Lounge being the only vendor submitting a
proposal both times.
Analysis:Tailwinds Lounge is currently providing food concessions at
the airport.
Financial Impact:The contract is for five (5) years, effective October 1, 2006.
No rental fees for the initial twelve (12) months (due to the
continuing construction of the new terminal) with the
subsequent years a monthly rental fee of the greater of the
sum of $750.00 or five percent (5%) of the gross revenue.
Alternatives:Reject request.
Recommendation:The Augusta Aviation Commission approved this assignment
at the January 26, 2006 meeting and recommends Augusta
Commission approval.
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
N/A
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Clerk of Commission
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STATE OF GEORGIA )
COUNTY OF RICHMOND )
THIS LEASE AGREEMENT, made and entered into this ______ day of
_____________, 2006 by and between AUGUSTA, GEORGIA, a political subdivision of the
State of Georgia (hereinafter referred to as “Augusta”) acting by and through the AUGUSTA
AVIATION COMMISSION (hereinafter called “Lessor”) and Tailwinds Lounge, (hereinafter
called “Lessee”);
WITNESSETH:
WHEREAS, Augusta is the owner of Augusta Regional Airport at Bush Field,
which is under the direction and control of the Lessor, said Bush Field being located in the
County of Richmond, State of Georgia; and
WHEREAS, the Lessor wishes to enter into a Lease for a certain portion of the
Airport premises in the interest of furthering and carrying out its purpose in the operation of the
airport and in the promotion of aviation in the interest of the public, and the Lessee desires to
obtain a Lease for certain premises located at the the Airport for food service.
NOW, THEREFORE, the parties hereto for and in consideration of the mutual
promises herein contained, do hereby agree each for itself and its successors and assigns as
follows:
Section 1. Premises. The Lessor does hereby lease and let to Lessee, and the
Lessee, for its exclusive use, does hereby lease and obtain from the Lessor for the purposes
hereinafter set forth that portion of the Airline Terminal Building known as the Food Concession
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(Secure) and Food Concession (Non Secure) area and shown on Exhibit “A” (hatched in red),
being hereinafter called the “Premises”. Exhibit “A” is attached hereto and made a part hereof.
[NOTE: plat is not attached]
Section 2. Term. Subject to the terms, provisions, and conditions hereof, this
Lease Agreement shall be for a term commencing on October 1, 2006 and ending September 30,
2011.
Section 3. Rental. As rental for the Premises during the initial twelve (12)
months (October 1, 2006 through September 30, 2007) of this Lease, Lessee will pay no rental
fees. However, monthly statements of gross revenue (as hereinafter defined) for this twelve (12)
month period are to be submitted on or before the tenth (10th) day of the month following the
month within which the gross revenue has been realized. As rental for the Premises during the
subsequent four (4) years (October 1, 2007 through September 30, 2011), Lessee agrees to pay to
the Lessor monthly the greater of the sum of $750.00 or five percent (5%) of the gross revenue,
less applicable sales tax. In determining gross revenue from the operation of said business for
the purpose of computing the percentage rental, gross revenue shall mean all revenue or income
received or recorded to be received resulting from Lessee’s operation on the Premises including,
but not limited to, revenue from cash transactions, charge accounts locally controlled or billed
through central offices, credit card transactions, and any other form of billing used in the
transacting of business by Lessee on said Airport.
Lessee agrees during the term of this Agreement to submit to Lessor monthly
statements of gross revenues. Rental payments and statements of gross revenue are to be
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submitted on or before the tenth (10th) day of the month following the month within which the
gross revenue hereinabove described has been realized or rental payment becomes due.
Lessee further agrees that complete books and records of Lessee’s operation
reflecting every phase of activity in connection with this Lease shall be maintained by Lessee.
Said books and records shall be subject to inspection and audit by Lessor at any time during the
normal working day.
Upon request, Lessee shall provide to Lessor a statement verifying monthly gross
revenues as previously reported by Lessee to the Lessor. Said verification shall be compiled by a
competent and registered accountant.
Section 4. Use of the Premises. Lessee shall use the Premises only for the
purpose of operating a dining room, coffee shop, cocktail lounge, and other Airport Terminal
food and beverage related activities.
Section 5. Operation of the Premises. Lessee shall provide adequate qualified
personnel, equipment, and resale products in such a manner as to develop and maintain the good
will of the general public utilizing the Airport.
All prices charged the general public for the services rendered upon the Premises
shall be commensurate with and in no case in excess of the highest charged at the principal air
carrier airports serving the cities of Columbia, South Carolina, Charleston, South Carolina,
Greenville-Spartanburg, South Carolina, Savannah, Georgia, and Tallahassee, Florida.
Lessee shall operate the Premises seven (7) days per week, including holidays, for
the following hours: open one (1) hour prior to the first scheduled departure and remain open
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until the last scheduled departure. No change in the opening and closing hours shall be made
without the prior written consent of the Lessor.
Lessee may not, without the prior written consent of Lessor, install or operate any
coin operated vending machines, including those dispensing or providing music or
entertainment.
Section 6. Additions, Alterations, Changes, and Improvements. Lessee shall
not, without the prior written consent of Lessor, make any additions, alterations, including
painting and decorating, changes, or improvements, structural or otherwise, in or upon any part
of the Premises.
Lessee shall submit in writing to Lessor plans and specifications for any such
proposed additions, alterations, changes, or improvements and no work shall be commenced
thereon until such time as Lessor’s written consent has been obtained. Upon the expiration of
the lease, Lessee shall, at Lesson’s option, return the premises in the same condition as it existed
at the commencement of the lease, or any such additions, alterations, changes, or improvements
made by Lessee, excluding trade fixtures, shall become the property of the Lessor upon the
termination of this Lease, whether by lapse of time otherwise, and shall be surrendered to Lessor
at the time of taking possession of the Premises by Lessor.
Lessee shall not attach or install any fixtures, equipment, posters, signs, pictures,
advertisements, etc. to the interior or exterior of the Premises or in the public view without the
prior approval of Lessor.
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Section 7. Cleaning. Lessee shall be responsible for the cleaning of the
Premises. Cleanliness measures shall conform to all city, state, and federal health regulations,
including but limited to those regulations relating to the preparation, storage and serving of food
and food products
Lessee shall be responsible for the handling, preparation, and storage of all items
sold by the Lessee for consumption by the public in accordance with USDA guidelines, as well
as all city, state, and federal health regulations.
Section 8. Maintenance and Repair. Lessee accepts the Premises and the
equipment installed therein ”as is” and in their present condition and agrees to maintain them
throughout the term of this Lease. In the event installed equipment owned by Lessor and used by
Lessee is determined to be unserviceable, then such equipment shall be returned to Lessor. If the
equipment should need replacing, it is the responsibility of the Lessee not the Lessor to replace
this equipment. Lessor shall be responsible for and shall pay for all repairs and maintenance
which may be necessary to the exterior building walls and roof, except plate glass and except
where the need for any such repairs is due to act of Lessee or any of Lessee’s employees, agents,
representatives, contractors, or invitees, in which case Lessee shall be responsible for and shall
pay for the costs of such repairs and maintenance. Lessor reserves the right to enter upon the
Premises at any time during the normal working day for the purpose of making inspections,
further developing, and improving said Premises.
Section 9. Utilities. Lessee shall pay for all utilities used and required in
connection with the conduct of its business on the Premises. In the event separate metering of
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utilities is not available, Lessor shall have the right to prorate utility charges to Lessee on a fair
and equitable basis, with Lessor’s prorations being conclusive and final.
Section 10. Rules and Regulations. Lessee agrees that use of the leased
Premises shall be conducted in conformity with all local, State, and Federal laws and published
or written Airport regulations and procedures. It is further agreed that Lessor’s designated
Manager’s (who shall be at all times in full and complete charge of said Airport in its entirety)
directions as to policy and procedures shall be final and conclusive upon Lessee.
Section 11. Taxes, Permits, and Licenses. Lessee shall be responsible for and
shall pay all taxes which may be levied or assessed against the machinery, equipment, or other
personal property owned or used by Lessee and located on the leased Premises. Lessee shall not
be required to pay any real property taxes.
Lessee shall be solely responsible for purchasing and maintaining all applicable
licenses and permits (including liquor license) necessary for the operation of the entire Premises
herein leased. In the event any necessary license shall be finally denied to or revoked from
Lessee, this lease shall terminate.
Section 12. Insurance. Lessor shall not be liable to Lessee or to Lessee’s
agents, patrons, visitors, subtenants’ employees, or contractors for any damage to person or
property caused by any act of negligence of Lessee or any of Lessee’s directors, offficers, agents,
contractors, servants, or employees or for damages resulting from business activities conducted
by Lessee on the leased Premises. Lessee agrees to obtain and keep in effect at all times during
the term of this Lease insurance coverage as follows:
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Lessee hereby agrees to maintain at all times at Lessee’s expense, $1,000,000
Broad Form Comprehensive General Liability to include Products Liability and Liquor Liability,
naming Augusta, Georgia, the Augusta – Richmond County Commission, the Augusta Regional
Airport and the Augusta Aviation Commission as additional named insureds and contain a 30
day notice of cancellation to the Airport in the event the policy is cancelled for any reason.
Lessee agrees to furnish an annual certificate of insurance to Lessor.
Section 13. Liabilities and Indemnification. Lessee agrees to indemnify, save,
and hold harmless Lessor, its officers, agents, servants, and employees of and from any and all
costs, liability, damage, and expense, including costs of suit and reasonable expenses of legal
services, claimed or recovered by any person, firm, or corporation by reason of injury to, or
death of, any person or persons, and damage to, destruction, or loss of use of any and all
property, including Lessor’s personnel and property, directly arising from, or resulting from, nay
operations, works, acts, or omissions of Lessee, its agents, servants, employees, contrators,
sublessees, or tenants, excepting such liability as may be caused by the operations, works, acts,
negligence, or omissions or Lessor, its agents, or employees. Any final judgment rendered
against Lessee for any cause for which Lessee is liable hereunder shall be conclusive against
Lessee as to liability and amount upon the expiration of the time for appeal. In addition to
Lessee’s undertaking in this provision, and as a means of further protecting the Lessor, its
officers, agents, servants, and employees, Lessee shall at all times during the term of this Lease
obtain and maintain in effect public liability insurance coverage of the types and with the
minimum limits set forth elsewhere in this Lease.
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Section 14. Fire or Other Casualty. In the event the Premises are totally
destroyed (or so substantially damaged as to be untenantable) by storm, fire, earthquake, or other
casualty, this Lease shall terminate as of the date of such destruction or damage and the rental
shall be accounted for as between the parties hereto as of that date.
Section 15. Subletting. Lessee shall not assign this Lease or any interest
hereunder, or sublet the Premises or any part thereof, or permit the use of some or any part
thereof, by any party, other than as above stipulated, or become inactive in the operation of said
Premises without the prior written consent of the Lessor.
This Lease shall create the relationship of Landlord and Tenant between the
Lessor and Lessee; no estate shall pass out of the Lessor; Lessee has only an usufruct, not subject
to levy and sale and not assignable by Lessee except by Lessor’s written consent.
Section 16. Default by Lessee. If Lessee defaults in the payment of any rent
and such default continues for a period of ten (10) days after written notice from Lessor or its
agent, or is Lessee defaults in fulfilling any of the covenants or agreements of the Lease
Agreement on its part to be kept or performed and such default is not made good within ten (10)
days after written notice from Lessor or its agent, then in any one or more of such events and at
any time thereafter, Lessor may, at its election, declare this Lease canceled and terminated and
may be its representatives, enter upon said Premises with or without process of law and take
possession thereof.
Section 17. Default by Lessor. In the event Lessor should default in the
performance of any of its duties or obligations under this Lease Agreement and such default
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should not be cured by Lessor and should be of such a nature that nonperformance thereof would
result in a termination of the Lease, and such default does not arise out of a default by Lessee in
the performance of its duties and obligations under this Lease Agreement, then, in any such
event, Lessee herein may, upon thirty (30) days prior written notice to Lessor, termination this
Lease Agreement and be relieved of all unaccrued liability and obligations hereunder.
Section 18. Insolvency. If at any time during the term of this Lease or any
extensions or renewals thereof , there shall be filed by or against Lessee in any court pursuant to
any statute either of the United States or of any State, a petition in bankruptcy or insolvency or
for reorganization or for the appointment of a receiver or trustee of all or a portion of Lessee’s
property, and within thirty (30) days there Lessee fails to secure a discharge thereof, or if Lessee
makes an assignment for the benefit of creditors or petitions for or enters into such an
arrangement, this Lease Agreement shall ipso facto be canceled and terminated and in which
event neither Lessee nor any person claiming through or under Lessee, or by virtue of any statute
or of an order of any court shall be entitled to possession of the leased Premises and Lessor, in
addition to the other rights and remedies of Lessor by virtue of any other provisions herein or
elsewhere in this Lease Agreement contained or by virtue of any statute or rule of law, may
retain as liquidated damages any equipment, rent, security deposit, or monies received from
Lessee or others in behalf of Lessee.
Section 19. Surrender upon Expiration. Lessee covenants that at the expiration
or prior termination of this Lease Agreement, it will quit and surrender possession of the leased
Premises free and clear of any and all liens and encumbrances and in good repair and condition,
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reasonable wear and tear and damage by fire, acts of God, the public enemy, or action of the
elements, or by any cause not due to any act or omission of Lessee and beyond its reasonable
control, excepted.
Section 20. Notices. Whenever, under this Lease, provision is made for notice
of any kind, it shall be deemed a sufficient service of such notice if the said notice is in writing
and is deposited with the United States Postal Service as first class mail in a sealed envelope,
properly stamped, addressed as follows:
If to Lessor: Augusta Regional Airport
Executive Director
1501 Aviation Way
Augusta, GA 30906
If to Lessee: Jay Jahn
Tailwinds Lounge
1543 Aviation Way
Augusta, GA 30906
Section 21. Miscellaneous.
A. Captioned herein are included for convenience of the parties only and
shall not be deemed to modify or restrict the meaning or interpretation of any of the terms or
provisions hereof.
B. In the event any covenant, condition, or provision herein contained is held
to be invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction, the invalidity of any such covenant, condition,
or provision shall in no way affect any other covenant, condition, or provision herein contained
provided that the invalidity of any such covenant, condition, or provision does not materially
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prejudice either Lessor or Lessee in its respective rights and obligations contained in the valid
covenants, conditions, and provisions of this Lease.
C. As between Lessor and Lessee, Lessee in the occupancy, use, and
maintenance of the leased Premises under the terms hereof, shall at all times act in the capacity
of an independent contractor.
D. All claims, disputes and other matters in question between the Lessor and
the Lessee arising out of or relating to the Agreement, or the breach thereof, shall be decided in
the Superior Court of Richmond County, Georgia.
E. Lessee acknowledges that all records relating to this Agreement and the
services to be provided under the contract may be a public record subject to Georgia's Open
Records Act (O.C.G.A. § 50-18-70, et seq.). Lessee shall cooperate fully in responding to such
request and making all records, not exempt, available for inspection and copying as provided by
law.
F. This Lease contains the entire agreement of the parties and no
representations, inducements, promises, or agreements, oral or otherwise, between the parties not
embodied herein shall be of any force or effect. No failure of either party to exercise any power
given it hereunder, or to insist upon strict compliance by either party of any obligations
hereunder and no custom or practice of the parties at variance with the terms hereof shall
constitute a waiver of either party’s right to demand exact compliance with the terms hereof.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereof have caused this Agreement to be
executed as of the day and year first above written.
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Signed, sealed, and delivered
In the presence of: CITY OF AUGUSTA
___________________________ By:_________________________
Notary Public, State of GA Its: Mayor
My Commission Expires:_______ Attest: _______________________
Its: Clerk of Commission
[SEAL]
Signed, sealed, and delivered AUGUSTA AVIATION
In the presence of: COMMISSION
___________________________ By:_________________________
Notary Public, State of GA As its:___CHAIRMAN____
My Commission Expires:_______
[SEAL]
Signed, sealed, and delivered _____________in the presence of:
__________________________ By:__________________________
Notary Public, State of GA Its: President
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Commission Meeting Agenda
3/7/2006 2:00 PM
2006 Cost-of-Living Allowance For Retirees
Department:Human Resources
Caption:Approve 2006 Cost-of-Living Allowance for retirees.
Background:Each retirement plan provides for a Cost-of-Living
Allowance for Retirees effective January 1 for City 1945
Pensioners, March 1 for County 1945 & County 1977
Pensioners and April 1 for City 1949 Pensioners each year.
The City 1949, County 1945, and County 1977 plans Cost-
of-Living Allowances are calculated based upon the previous
year’s Consumer Price Index (CPI) compiled by the Federal
Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics,
http://stats.bls.gov/cpi/. The City 45-plan Cost-of-Living
Allowance is based upon the current salary of the position
they held prior to retirement or the CPI, whichever is greater.
Analysis:The CPI for 2005 is 3.4%. Therefore each retiree under the
City 1949, County 1945, and County 1977 plans will be
adjusted based on the 3.4% CPI. The attached spreadsheet
outlines how each City 1945 retiree will be adjusted based on
current salaries of the positions they held prior to retirement.
Financial Impact:$27,932.53 annual increase for the City 1945 Plan. All other
retirement funds will fund the Allowances based on CPI.
Alternatives:Do not approve 2006 Cost-of-Living Allowance for Retirees.
Recommendation:Approve 2006 Cost-of-Living Allowance for Retirees.
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Finance.
Administrator.
Clerk of Commission
Commission Meeting Agenda
3/7/2006 2:00 PM
Amendment of Family Y Wellness Contract
Department:Human Resources
Caption:Approve Wellness Facility contract amendment with the
Family Y. (Referred from February 22 Commission meeting)
Background:All Augusta, GA employees are encouraged to be fit and stay
healthy. In our continuing efforts to provide employees with
optimum and affordable benefits all full-time employees are
eligible to enroll in the approved Wellness Center. Currently
over 750 employees are enrolled in Augusta’s wellness
programs. Employees may be eligible to receive 100%
reimbursement monthly, depending on the number of visits
each month. Augusta currently has 311 employees are
enrolled at the Family Y
Analysis:The Family Y has recently made several upgrades to their
main facility and has added new facilities which can be used
by Augusta’s employees to provide more convenience. The
current rates for the Family Y are thirty two (32) dollars per
month for regular Augusta Employees and sixteen (16)
dollars per month for public safety employees. For an
additional sixteen (16) dollars and employee can add their
entire family to their Family Y membership. The new
proposed rates effective March 1, 2006 for the Family Y are
thirty four (34) dollars per month for regular Augusta
Employees and eighteen (18) dollars per month for public
safety employees. For an additional eighteen (18) dollars and
employee will be able to add their entire family to their
membership. Effective January 1, 2007 the proposed rates
will be thirty six (36) dollars per month for regular Augusta
Employees and twenty (20) dollars per month for public
safety employees. For an additional twenty (20) dollars and
employee will be able to add their entire family to their
membership.
Financial Impact:
Alternatives:Do not to approve the contract amendments with the Family
Y.
Recommendation:Approve the contract amendments with the Family Y.
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Clerk of Commission
Commission Meeting Agenda
3/7/2006 2:00 PM
ARC Community Partnership
Department:Clerk of Commission
Caption:Review/approve Plan of Action from the ARC Community
Partnership for Children and Families, Inc. regarding
Hurricane Katrina evacuees in the Augusta area.
Background:
Analysis:
Financial Impact:
Alternatives:
Recommendation:
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Clerk of Commission
Commission Meeting Agenda
3/7/2006 2:00 PM
Department Financial Procedures
Department:Housing and Economic Development
Caption:Status report regarding changes made in AHEDD Finance
Procedures.
Background:The internal audit of the Housing and Economic
Development Department (AHEDD) conducted during the
summer of 2005 resulted in several recommendations
regarding the department's financial policies and procedures.
The attached memorandum provides a status report on the
changes made as a result of the audit recommendations.
Analysis:
Financial Impact:
Alternatives:
Recommendation:
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Finance.
Administrator.
Clerk of Commission
HOUSING AND ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
Paul T. DeCamp, Jr.
Interim Director
Housing and Economic Development
925 Laney-Walker Boulevard, Augusta, GA 30901
(706) 821-1797 – Fax (706) 821-1784
www.augustaga.gov
MEMORANDUM
TO: Honorable Deke Copenhaver, Mayor
Members of the Commission
Calvin Holland, Chairman, Administrative Services Committee
Betty Beard, Chairman, Finance Committee
David Persaud, Finance Director
THROUGH: Fred Russell, Administrator
FROM: Paul DeCamp, Interim Director
Housing and Economic Development Department
SUBJECT: Update on Financial Policies and Procedures in the Housing and Economic
Development Department
DATE: February 27, 2006
The internal audit of the Housing and Economic Development Department (AHEDD) conducted
during the summer of 2005 resulted in several recommendations regarding the department’s
financial policies and procedures. This memo provides a status report on the changes made as a
result of the audit recommendations.
1. Finance Department Oversight – Effective September 20, 2005, the Augusta
Commission approved the Finance Department to exercise oversight financial
management over the Housing and Economic Development Department. Jesse Carleton,
Assistant Finance Director, has been assigned to review all HED agenda items before
final approval by Finance Director David Persaud.
2. Drawdown of Funds / Check Request Procedures – Revised procedures for the
drawdown of funds and cutting of checks were implemented in October 2005 in order to
coordinate with the City Finance Department, assure complete supporting document with
each check request, and ensure check requests are processed in a timely and efficient
manner. Check requests are processed once each week. All checks are cut by the City’s
Accounting Department on Thursday and are distributed on Friday. Check requests are
not processed without complete supporting documentation, accurate general ledger and
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job ledger account numbers, and the signatures of the appropriate department personnel.
3. Bank Reconciliation – Susan Kain started work as Finance Officer on September 12,
2005. So far both the operating and UDAG bank accounts have been reconciled to the
general ledger through December 2005 and all reconciling items have been resolved and
properly recorded. In addition, all bank signature authorization cards have been updated
to reflect current authorized personnel. We have obtained authorization to access, for
informational purposes only, the department’s account with Wachovia.
4. General Ledger and Financial Reporting – All asset and liability accounts have been
reconciled and all corrections made. All activity has been brought up to current status.
We will reconcile the job ledger information with HUD’s records to insure accuracy, and
once this is accomplished, we will input the remaining available funds as the budget for
each job ledger account.
5. Cash Receipts and Program Income – The following procedure is in place to handle
receipts by check or money order:
a. The Secretary/Receptionist receives all checks and money orders and immediately
endorses the checks with a restrictive endorsement and completes a cash receipt
log
b. The Secretary/Receptionist forward checks and cash receipt log to the Finance
Officer. The Finance Officer verifies the information and prepares deposit slip
and makes copies of all checks and deposit slips.
c. The Finance Officer forwards the deposit to the Executive Secretary. The
Executive Secretary takes the deposit to the bank. Deposits are completed the
same day the deposit is prepared.
d. The Executive Secretary returns the validated deposit slip to the Finance Officer
who then records the deposit.
e. The Finance Officer reconciles the bank account and the Director approves the
reconciliation.
6. Petty Cash – A petty cash fund is no longer maintained by the department. Employees
are reimbursed for small purchases after presenting a receipt for such purchases.
Reimbursement is only by check.
7. Purchasing Procedures – AHEDD is working with the Procurement Department to
assure that both federal and city procurement procedures are followed in the purchase of
goods and services. AHEDD and Procurement Department staff attended training on
federal procurement requirements in December 2005. AHEDD staff members will
participate in the upcoming training (February 27-March 3, 2006) on upgrades to the
IFAS procurement software.
8. Travel Policy – The City’s Policy on Travel, Dues, Conferences, and Occupational
Training has been reinforced with department staff. This includes requirements to
complete the Travel Advance Request Form prior to work-related travel, and submitting a
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completed Travel Settlement Form, with all required receipts attached, upon returning
from travel.
9. Other Initiatives Underway – The department has initiated the following related
financial controls:
a. Started developing an accounting and procedures manual to assure consistency in
the department’s accounting records
b. Established records to track mortgage payments and reconcile to the Mortgage
Service provider’s reports and to the general ledger.
c. Established separate department numbers for each type of grant and
administrative cost to facilitate monitoring expenditure levels and to ensure
compliance with HUD requirements.
d. Secretary/Receptionist now enters invoices into the Accounts Payable system and
the Finance Officer reviews the same and prepares the request to print the checks.
This ensures proper separation of duties.
Commission Meeting Agenda
3/7/2006 2:00 PM
Legal Meeting
Department:Clerk of Commission
Caption:Legal Meeting Pending and Potential Litigation Personnel
Background:
Analysis:
Financial Impact:
Alternatives:
Recommendation:
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Clerk of Commission
Commission Meeting Agenda
3/7/2006 2:00 PM
Patricia Strakosch
Department:Clerk of Commission
Caption:Presentation by Patricia Strakosch regarding a grievance
dated August 12, 2005.
Background:
Analysis:
Financial Impact:
Alternatives:
Recommendation:
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Clerk of Commission
Commission Meeting Agenda
3/7/2006 2:00 PM
Resolution for clean-up
Department:Administrator's Office
Caption:Motion to approve a Resolution of the Board of
Commissioners of Augusta, Georgia, Expressing Support for
Full Funding of State and Local Efforts to Cleanup
Hazardous and Solid Waste Sites, Properly Address Waste-
related Activities, and Control Erosion and Sedimentation;
and Strongly Urging That All Proceeds Generated through
Statutorily-Dedicated Fees for Critical State and Local
Environmental Initiatives Be Appropriated Only to Those
Uses for Which the Funds Were Created. (Referred from
February 13 Administrative Services Committee)
Background:
WHEREAS, in order to protect public health and the
environment and enhance the quality of life for Georgians,
state and local governments must properly control threats
posed by hazardous and solid waste sites and activities, and
sources of erosion and sedimentation; and WHEREAS,
Augusta, GA believes that effective and efficient cleanup of
hazardous and solid waste sites and control of erosion and
sedimentation relies on a cooperative approach between the
state and local governments, utilizing established tools and
funds designed for these purposes; and WHEREAS, success
in protecting public health and our environment, as well as
improvements in the quality of life, are directly tied to
adequate funding for cleanup of hazardous waste and solid
waste sites, mitigation of waste-related activities, and erosion
and sedimentation control programs; and WHEREAS,
recognizing the importance of these duties, state law
establishes dedicated funding sources through fees and fines
to assist in addressing hazardous and solid waste sites, waste-
related activities, and erosion and sedimentation control; and
WHEREAS, the Georgia General Assembly has substantially
redirected these fees’ proceeds for other uses in recent years,
rendering state and local efforts to cleanup hazardous and
solid waste sites, address waste-related activities, and control
erosion and sedimentation significantly understaffed and
unsatisfactorily funded.
Analysis:WHEREAS, the redirection of fee proceeds collected
specifically for management of these critical environmental
programs negatively impacts Georgia’s communities, public
health, and environment.
Financial Impact:No negative impacts to City's budget. Positive impacts -
receiving funding for cleanup of hazardous and solid waste
sites, addressing waste-related activities and controlling
erosion and semimentation.
Alternatives:The GA General Assembly will continue to redirect funding
sources established for cleanup of hazardous and solid waste
sites, addressing waste-related activities and controlling
erosion and sedimentation to other uses.
Recommendation:Adoption of the Resolution in its entirety.
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
N/A
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Clerk of Commission
A Resolution of the Board of Commissioners of
Augusta, Georgia, Expressing Support for Full
Funding of State and Local Efforts to Cleanup
Hazardous and Solid Waste Sites, Properly
Address Waste-related Activities, and Control
Erosion and Sedimentation; and Strongly Urging
That All Proceeds Generated through
Statutorily-Dedicated Fees for Critical State
and Local Environmental Initiatives Be
Appropriated Only to Those Uses for Which the
Funds Were Created.
WHEREAS, in order to protect public health and the environment and enhance the quality of
life for Georgians, state and local governments must properly control threats posed by hazardous and
solid waste sites and activities, and sources of erosion and sedimentation; and
WHEREAS, Augusta, GA believes that effective and efficient cleanup of hazardous and solid
waste sites and control of erosion and sedimentation relies on a cooperative approach between the
state and local governments, utilizing established tools and funds designed for these purposes; and
WHEREAS, success in protecting public health and our environment, as well as
improvements in the quality of life, are directly tied to adequate funding for cleanup of hazardous
waste and solid waste sites, mitigation of waste-related activities, and erosion and sedimentation
control programs; and
WHEREAS, recognizing the importance of these duties, state law establishes dedicated
funding sources through fees and fines to assist in addressing hazardous and solid waste sites, waste-
related activities, and erosion and sedimentation control; and
WHEREAS, the Georgia General Assembly has substantially redirected these fees’ proceeds
for other uses in recent years, rendering state and local efforts to cleanup hazardous and solid waste
sites, address waste-related activities, and control erosion and sedimentation significantly
understaffed and unsatisfactorily funded; and
WHEREAS, the redirection of fee proceeds collected specifically for management of these
critical environmental programs negatively impacts Georgia’s communities, public health, and
environment; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Augusta Commission as follows:
SECTION 1. The members of the Augusta Commissioner steadfastly support the full
utilization of all dedicated environmental revenues for state and local efforts to cleanup hazardous
and solid waste sites, properly address waste-related activities, and control erosion and
sedimentation.
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SECTION 2. The members of the Augusta Commission, on behalf of the citizens of Augusta,
GA, strongly urge the Governor to recommend a budget that appropriates all proceeds generated
through statutorily-dedicated fees for these critical environmental initiatives only to those uses for
which the funds were set aside, and that the General Assembly’s appropriations reflect such
dedication.
SECTION 3. The members of the Augusta Commission urge that any future fees and funds
collected for specific environmental programs be directed only to those purposes for which they are
statutorily authorized.
SECTION 4. A copy of this resolution shall be provided to the Governor, each member of
the Georgia General Assembly representing any portion of Augusta, GA, and to the Association of
County Commissioners of Georgia.
This _____ day of _______________, 2006.
AUGUSTA, GEORGIA
_________________________________________
MAYOR
ATTEST:
_________________________________________
CLERK OF COMMISSION
Commission Meeting Agenda
3/7/2006 2:00 PM
Steve Gurley
Department:Clerk of Commission
Caption:Presentation by Mr. Steve Gurley regarding his lease with the
City of Augusta for property located at 845 Laney Walker
Blvd.
Background:
Analysis:
Financial Impact:
Alternatives:
Recommendation:
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Clerk of Commission
Commission Meeting Agenda
3/7/2006 2:00 PM
Presentation by Dr. Elam of Augusta Technology School
Department:Fire Department, Howard Willis Chief
Caption:Motion to approve allowing Dr. Elam of Augusta
Technology School to make a presentation on the possibility
of forming a partnership with the Augusta Fire Department
concerning the Augusta Fire Department's Emergency
Services Training Center. (Approved by Public Safety
Committee February 27, 2006)
Background:Dr. Elam of Augusta Tech wishes to present a proposal
concerning forming a partnership between Augusta Tech and
the Augusta Fire Department in establishing training
protocols and delivery of training for the Augusta Fire
Department’s Emergency Services Training Center.
Analysis:By establishing this partnership, it will enhance the delivery
and the number of participants for Augusta Tech’s Fire
Science program. It will provide for a location for the hands
on training required in this program. It will benefit the Fire
Department by enhancing the training for our employees and
any citizens that want to make a career in Emergency
Services. This will provide a pool of applicants that the Fire
Department could draw from for future employment.
Financial Impact:With the establishment of this partnership, the Fire
Department may become eligible for training related grants
and possible state funding through scholarships and training
fees.
Alternatives:none
Recommendation:Grant time for this presentation.
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
Information only.
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Finance.
Administrator.
Clerk of Commission
Commission Meeting Agenda
3/7/2006 2:00 PM
Proposal for Fire Department Medical Director
Department:Fire Department, Howard Willis, Chief
Caption:Motion to approve awarding the Fire Department Medical
Director bid to the Medical College of Georgia. (Approved
by the Public Safety Committee February 27, 2006)
Background:The Augusta Fire Department has advertised for Request for
Proposals for health care facilities to provide the service of
Medical Director for the Fire Department EMS First
Responder program. The Medical College of Georgia has
presented the best package for RFP # 05-114 and is
recommended by the Augusta Fire Department. These
services include medical oversight and training for our First
Responder program.
Analysis:The Medical College of Georgia has met or exceeded all
requirements listed in the RFP for the services requested by
the Fire Department. The original proposal exceeded the
needed services and exceeded the amount budgeted for this
service. With the permission of the Procurement Department,
the services required and the fee for these services were
negotiated and meet both the Fire Department's requirements
stated in the RFP and the funds budgeted for this service.
Financial Impact:The Augusta Fire Department has included $30,000.00 in the
2006 operational budget for this program.
Alternatives:none recommended
Recommendation:Approve the awarding of the contract to the Medical College
of Georgia for providing the service of Medical Director for
the Augusta Fire Department.
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
274-03-4110 / 5212999
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Finance.
Administrator.
Clerk of Commission
FIRE DEPARTMENT
Howard Willis
Interim Fire Chief
Fire Department Administration
925 Laney Walker Blvd- First Floor - Augusta, GA 30901
(706) 821-2909 – Fax (706) 821-2907
WWW.AUGUSTAGA.GOV
To: Chief Rogers
From: Matt Paynter
Date: January 24, 2006
Re: Medical Director Contract
I have review the only bid received for RFP 05-114 which was a bid to provide medical Direction for our
EMS System.
The proposal was submitted by the Medical Collage of Georgia, Department of Emergency Medicine’s
Center of Operational Medicine. They meet our qualifications and fulfilled all request of the RPF. The
sealed bid price was higher than we budgeted for the position and I met with Dr. Phillip Coule several
weeks ago to negotiate a price that would fit our budget. We determined that the hours for the project
could be reduced to 288 hrs/yr (24hrs month) without affecting the integrity of the program. With a
reduction in hours they agreed to reduce the price to $30,000 a year. All other component of the proposal
remain unchanged.
I have attached a letter from Dr. Coule to that affect and it is my recommendation that the change in hours
occur. That is the only change to the proposal (section D) and will in no way change the delivery of
service that we will expect.
Attached are all supporting documents, let me know if you need any other information.
Commission Meeting Agenda
3/7/2006 2:00 PM
Award Consultant Contract for Historic Preservation
Department:Planning Commission
Caption:Motion to approve award of a contract to Edwards-Pitman
Environmental, Inc., in the amount of $13,000, for
development of the Olde Town Design Guidelines Manual.
(Approved by Finance Committee February 27, 2006)
Background:In May 2005 the city of Augusta was awarded a Historic
Preservation Fund (HPF) matching grant, in the amount of
$13,000, to develop a design guidelines manual for the Pinch
Gut (Olde Town) National Register Historic District. The
Augusta Commission approved a grant award contract with
the Georgia DNR on July 25, 2005. On October 20, 2005 the
Augusta Procurement Department issued a Request for
Proposals (RFP) for the project. Only one firm, Edwards-
Pitman Environmental, Inc. submitted a proposal in response
to the RFP.
Analysis:The project involves hiring a qualified historic preservation
consultant to develop the design guidelines manual. The
Planning Commission and Historic Augusta will assist the
consultant as necessary and provide the required local in-
kind match. Planning Commission staff will be responsible
for overall management of the project. A five-member
selection committee, representing the Olde Town
Neighborhood Association, Historic Augusta and the Historic
Preservation Commission, reviewed the proposal and
endorsed the hiring of the firm. The committee also reviewed
samples of the firm’s work and completed a reference check.
Financial Impact:
This is a reimbursable grant program. As a result, the City
will have to make periodic payments to the project consultant
and then request reimbursement from DNR. The maximum
temporary cost to the City is $13,000.00. The project budget
is as follows – HPF Grant - $13,000.00 Local Match -
8,667.00 TOTAL $21,667.00 The sources of the required
local match (40% of the project budget) include – ? Historic
Augusta & Planning Commission - $7,167.00 in donated
labor ? Historic Augusta - $1,000.00 in cash for printing
guidelines (50 copies) ? Planning Commission - $500.00 for
computerized version of guidelines
Alternatives:None recommended
Recommendation:Approve the contract with Edwards-Pitman Environmental,
Inc. for development of a design guidelines manual for the
Pinch Gut (Olde Town) National Register Historic District.
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Finance.
Administrator.
Clerk of Commission
Commission Meeting Agenda
3/7/2006 2:00 PM
Budget Amendment and Resolution
Department:Animal Services
Caption:Motion to approve a budget Resolution and Amendment
increasing revenues and appropriations in the General Fund
budget for Animal Services. (Approved by Finance
Committee February 27, 2006)
Background:Animal Services collects prepaid sterilization and rabies
vaccination fees from citizens who adopt animals and
recover their animals from Animal Services due to
impoundment. These veterinary procedures are required by
state and local laws and the funds are held in escrow until the
procedures are performed by a licensed veterinarian. Animal
Services also excepts monetary donations and contributions
from the public. In order to comply with sound accounting
practices we need to reflect an increase in revenue by
$53,950 for the year 2006 and increase appropriations by
$53,950 for expenditures for the year 2006.
Analysis:This resolution and amendment will improve management in
regard to collection and disbursement of these funds.
Financial Impact:There would not be any financial impact to the General Fund
as these funds are paid by adopters and animal owners and
are designated for reimbursement to local veterinarians for
sterilizations and rabies vaccinations. the monetary donations
and contributions from the public are designated for use in
having positive impact on animals Animal Services has
contact with.
Alternatives:None
Recommendation:Approve the General Fund Resolution and Amendment.
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
34.55120-Rabies, 34.55125-Sterilization, 37.11110
Contributions/Donations
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Finance.
Administrator.
Clerk of Commission
Resolution
STATE OF GEORGIA ) AUGUSTA RICHMOND COUNTY
AUGUSTA-RICHMOND COUNTY ) COMMISSION
BUDGET AMENDMENT NO: …………
IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that the General Fund Budget for Animal Control in
the year 2005 be amended to reflect increased revenue of $53,950.
IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that the appropriations be increased by $53,950 for
expenditures.
REVENUES
Rabies Certificate $20,800
Animal Control Sterilization $29,390
Contributions and Donations $ 3,760
Total $ 53,950
APPROPRIATIONS
Veterinarians $50,190
Animal Supplies $ 3,760
Total $ 53,950
DEKE COPENHAVER, MAYOR
Approved this ____ day of ______ 2006 AUGUSTA-RICHMOND COUNTY
COMMISSION
______________________________
As its mayor
Attest:
________________
Clerk of Commission
Commission Meeting Agenda
3/7/2006 2:00 PM
Continuation of Worker's Compensation Excess Insurance
Department:Finance / Risk Management Division - David Persaud,
Director
Caption:Motion to approve Excess Worker's Compensation Insurance
with Safety National Casualty Corporation for a deposit
premium of $147,883 with a $600,000 SIR (Self Insured
Retention). (Approved by Finance Committee February 27,
2006)
Background:Excess Worker's Compensation coverage (a per occurrence
policy) has been purchased annually since 1996. The
coverage serves to cap any potential catastrophic loss against
Augusta-Richmond County. Knowing that this area of the
industry is still quite volatile and premiums continue to rise,
Georgia Administrative Services (G.A.S.) our Worker's
Compensation Third Party Administration, was asked to
obtain quotes from at least 3 insurance companies. G.A.S.
has received those quotes and submitted them for our
consideration. The attached chart shows quotes and retention
levels from Safety National, Midwest Employers (our current
carrier), and ACE Insurance.
Analysis:Augusta would assume all financial responsibility through
the SIR limit of $600,000 for each occurrence. There is an
additional exposure if a single occurrence generates a claim
cost which exceeds $25,000,000 (claim cost for a single
occurrence above $25,000,000 would revert to Augusta for
any future payments).
Financial Impact:See the attachment for a review of coverage offers by Safety
National, Midwest Insurance and ACE Insurance.
Alternatives:1. Drop coverage and accept full exposure/cost of any
catastrophic injury. 2. Select Statutory Limits of
$1,000,000/police & fire and $500,000 for all other
employees for premium of $550,000 through ACE Insurance
Company - claim cost above retention would never revert to
Augusta. Financial obligation per occurrence would be
capped at $1,000,000 for police/fire and $500,000 for all
other employees (including elected officials). There is not
sufficient funding to support this alternative so if this
alternative is desired additional funds would need to be made
available.
Recommendation:Approve coverage with Safety National Casualty
Corporation with a self insured retention of $600,000 with an
insurance limit of $25,000,000 for a deposit premium of
$147,883. Coverage to run from March 1, 2006 to March 1,
2007.
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
Worker's Compensation Fund 621 01 5233 55 21110
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Finance.
Administrator.
Clerk of Commission
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Commission Meeting Agenda
3/7/2006 2:00 PM
Mrs. Arthur Holmes Tax Rebate Request
Department:Clerk of Commission
Caption:Consider a request from Mrs. Arthur Holmes for a tax rebate
on property at 2439 Peach Orchard Road. (No
recommendation from Finance Committee February 27,
2006)
Background:
Analysis:
Financial Impact:
Alternatives:
Recommendation:
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Clerk of Commission
Commission Meeting Agenda
3/7/2006 2:00 PM
Refunds
Department:Tax Assessor - Meg Birkinshaw, Interim Chief Appraiser
Caption:Motion to approve the refund recommendations from the
Board of Assessors for 18 accounts. (Approved by Finance
Committee February 27, 2006)
Background:See attachment.
Analysis:See attachment
Financial Impact:See attachment
Alternatives:None
Recommendation:See attachment
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Clerk of Commission
REFUNDS
Forum WS LLC
Map 12, Parcels 123 and 123.08
This is a 2003 appeal that the property owner eventually carried to Superior Court. Counsel for
both sides agreed to postpone the actual Court filing of the appeal papers to determine if the
appraisal staff and the taxpayer could resolve the issue. This was done and approved by the
Board of Assessors. The total value for 2003 and 2004 was $7,490,000; the settlement value for
the two years (both parcels) is $5,499,000.
Parcel 123: Grant refund for 2003 and 2004 in the amount of $12,618.67 (State $105.13;
County $3,868.66; School $8,644.88)
Parcel 123.08: Grant refund for 2003 and 2004 in the amount of $35,418.80. (State $295.07;
County $10,858.81; School $24,264.92)
EIRP/AUGUSTA II LLC
Map 13-3, Parcel 104
This is a 2004 appeal. The Board of Assessors approved a value reduction from $7,322,964 to
$5,066,000 due to the actual sales price.
Grant refund for 2004 in the amount of $27,646.95. (State $225.70; County $8,673.98; School
$18,747.27)
Lynn Davis
Map 53, Parcel 104
Homestead was erroneously dropped due to returned mail. This is a corner lot with two different
addresses; owners were using other address as mailing address.
Grant refund for 2003 and 2004 in the amount of $764.06. (State $5; County $239.21; School
$519.85)
Alicia P. Benning
Map 65, Parcel 67
Homestead exemption was dropped in error when half interest was conveyed to spouse.
Grant refund for 2004 in the amount of $386.08.
Mary L. Aaron
Map 119, Parcel 139
This parcel was lost in a conversion. When the parcel was reinstated, homestead exemption was
erroneously omitted for 2003 and 2004.
Grant refund for 2003 and 2004 in the amount of $774.09 (State $5; County $243.20; School
$525.89)
Duffie Properties Number Two LLC
Map 128, Parcel 25
This parcel had an acreage change from 24.71 to 24.05 as the result of a 2003 final judgment
condemnation civil action filed by the Department of Transportation in 2000. A total of .655
acres was taken for a right-of-way. The parcel value was reduced from $125,500 to $122,100.
Grant refund for 2003 and 2004 in the amount of $80.38.
Michael N. Golosky
Map 142, Parcel 75
In 2003 homestead exemption was dropped in error because of returned mail. The error was not
discovered until 2005. Board of Assessors reinstated the homestead.
Grant refund for 2003 and 2004 in the amount of $771.70. (State $5; County $241.61; School
$525.09)
Rhonda Phillips
Map 154, Parcel 40.05
Regular homestead exemption was never posted.
Grant refund for 2003 and 2004 in the amount of $764.03. (State $5; County $239.19; School
$519.84)
T&Z Associates
Map 184, Parcel 11.05
This parcel had an acreage change from 4.67 to 2.71 as the result of a 2003 final judgment
condemnation civil action filed by the Department of Transportation in 2003. A total of 1.96
acres was taken. The parcel value was reduced from $73,553 to $42,683.
Grant refund for 2004 in the amount of $33.94.
Sandra Gail Crum
Map 298, Parcel 6.01
The Department of Transportation condemned property owner’s house and land. Homestead
was not transferred to the new parcel.
Grant refund for 2004 in the amount of $438.91.
Simon’s Formal Wear
Account #1193573
2004 return was entered as submitted by the taxpayer. Taxpayer erroneously reported non-
taxable assets, as well as assets not in Richmond County.
Grant refund for 2004 in the amount of $63.69.
The Carpet Shop
Account #2005127
Business location is split into two separate parcels – one in the urban district and one in the
suburban district. After a field inspection it was determined the inventory is kept in the suburban
location. Tax district was corrected and new bill generated for both districts. Refund was applied
to the new amount due.
Grant refund for 2003 and 2004 in the amount of $4,587.20 as excess due taxpayer. (State $.40;
County -$685.80; School $33.22; Urban $5,239.38)
Somewhere in Augusta
Account #2101739
Business was sold. Previous owner and new owner both billed and both paid.
Grant 2004 refund to previous owner in the amount of $183.25.
Wet Seal Retail, Inc.
Account #2071945
The 2004 business return was entered as received. After review of the return, an adjustment
was made to the depreciation of the assets.
Grant refund for 2004 in the amount of $11.35 (to be applied to 2005 taxes).
SunTrust Bank, Inc.
Account #2047961
The 2004 business return was entered as received. A review of the account found that one asset
with an original cost of $70,556 had mistakenly been returned for this location.
Grant refund for 2004 in the amount of $232.01.
Georgia Bank & Trust Co.
Account #2104293
The 2004 business return was entered as submitted. While reviewing the account, assets were
added in error. These assets were returned on account #2104589.
Grant refund for 2004 in the amount of $112.39.
Food Lion
Personal Property Accounts
Business returns for 2004 and 2005 were reviewed. Certain assets were reclassified and resulted
in refunds for 2004 as follows:
2066596 $ 6.94
1348269 $26.15
1201110 $36.51
1125146 $21.64
2073860 $62.72
Southern Partners, Inc.
Account #19506
In 2003 assets were reported by the taxpayer and the company from whom they lease
equipment. Citicorp Leasing, account #2017147, was responsible for and paid the taxes.
Southern Partners paid in error.
Grant refund for 2003 in the amount of $260.18.
Commission Meeting Agenda
3/7/2006 2:00 PM
Warren Hylton
Department:Clerk of Commission
Caption:Motion to approve a request from Mr. Warren Hylton for a
waiver of penalty for taxes on property located at 1305
Interstate Parkway. (Map # 022-0-126-01-0, Account
#1246728) (Approved by Finance Committee February 27,
2006)
Background:
Analysis:
Financial Impact:
Alternatives:
Recommendation:
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Clerk of Commission
Commission Meeting Agenda
3/7/2006 2:00 PM
Acquisition of Right-of-Way - Avondale Mills, Inc.
Department:County Attorney - Stephen E. Shepard, Attorney
Caption:Motion to approve an Option for Right-of-Way between
Avondale Mills, Inc., as owner, and Augusta, Georgia, for
the following property located at 510 Cottage Street for a
purchase price of $63,510.00 and to acquire subject property:
0.473 acre (20,595.15 sq. ft.) in fee and 0.039 acre (1,715.38
sq. ft.) of permanent utility construction and maintenance
easement. (Approved by Engineering Services Committee
February 27, 2006)
Background:The orginal appraised value of the right-of-way is $46,960.00
and the property owner has countered with $63,510.00. The
increase over the option offer is to establish parking on area
that will be lost due to acquisition of the 0.4739 acres of
right-of-way and fee simple and the0.039 acres of permanent
construction and maintenance easement.
Analysis:The purchase of the referenced right-of-way and easement is
necessary for the improvements.
Financial Impact:The costs necessary for this purchase will be covered under
the project budget. The County will advance the necessary
funds to purchase and the Georgia Department of
Transportation will reimburse after acquisition of the
property.
Alternatives:Deny the motion to approve the purchase of the referenced
right-of-way and easement.
Recommendation:Approve the motion to purchase the referenced right-of-way
and easement.
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
G/L: 324041110-5411120 J/L: 202824003-5411120
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Administrator.
Clerk of Commission
Commission Meeting Agenda
3/7/2006 2:00 PM
Base for James Brown Statue
Department:Clerk of Commission
Caption:Motion to approve option three (3) for the installation of a
base for the James Brown statue. (Approved by Engineering
Services Committee February 27, 2006)
Background:
Analysis:
Financial Impact:
Alternatives:
Recommendation:
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Clerk of Commission
Commission Meeting Agenda
3/7/2006 2:00 PM
Condemnation - Pauline R. Johnson
Department:County Attorney - Stephen E. Shepard, Attorney
Caption:Motion to authorize condemnation of a portion of Property #
128-0-079-00-0 3621 Karleen Road, which is owned by
Pauline R. Johnson for 1,274 Sq. Feet for a Permanent
Easement and for 849 Sq. Feet for a Temporary Easement.
AUD Project: Horsepen Sanitary Sewer, Phase 2. (Approved
by Engineering Services Committee February 27, 2006)
Background:The appraised value of the easement is $340.00. In order to
timely acquire access, condemnation will be necessary.
Analysis:Condemnation is required in order to acquire the easement.
Financial Impact:The necessary costs will be covered by project budget.
Alternatives:Deny the authorization to condemn.
Recommendation:Approve the authorization to condemn.
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
G/L 510043420-5411120 J/L 80250202-5411120
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Administrator.
Clerk of Commission
Commission Meeting Agenda
3/7/2006 2:00 PM
Ordinance for Resale of Water
Department:Clerk of Commission
Caption:Motion to approve proposed Ordinance amending Augusta
Code Section 5-2-8 to repeal prohibition on resale or
redistribution of water. (Approved by Engineering Services
Committee February 27, 2006)
Background:
Analysis:
Financial Impact:
Alternatives:
Recommendation:
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Clerk of Commission
Commission Meeting Agenda
3/7/2006 2:00 PM
Records Retention Shelving
Department:Public Services Department - Facilities Management
Division
Caption:Motion to approve expenditure of SPLOST IV funds in the
amount of up to $63,796 allocated for roof replacement at the
Records Retention Center. Also, award a contract for
installation of high density modular shelving to Modern
Business Systems of Augusta in the amount of $36,029.91,
increasing storage capacity by 2,000 boxes. This firm was the
lowest responsive bidder to RFP #06-087. (Approved by
Finance and Engineering Services Committees February 27,
2006)
Background:Phase IV SPLOST included an allocation of $95,050 to
replace the roof on the Records Retention Center at 1157 5th
Street in Augusta. The work was successfully completed for
$31,254 leaving a balance of $63,796 available for additional
improvements at this state-mandated facility. Augusta is
required by state law to archive documents in accordance
with the Georgia Records Retention Schedule. Some
documents must only be held for a year while others must be
retained in perpetuity. This requires ever-increasing space to
meet the law. At present we have the capacity to store 13,132
boxes of documents and we are almost at capacity with
approximately 13,000 spaces filled. Departments that make
use of the center have a backlog of information that needs to
be transferred to the center. To further complicate matters,
there is no longer room to add more stationary shelving units
in the existing center.
Analysis:To meet current and future needs, we will either need to
expand the existing building, find a new location, or find a
way to increase the capacity in the existing building. Staff
has investigated the estimated costs of a couple of options to
meet the needs of county departments for records storage.
Installation of a manually-operated mobile storage system
which makes use of existing shelving systems will cost
$36,029.91 and will increase capacity by 2,000 boxes. This
would only be in part of the building and, based on current
projections, this should cover us through 2008. Use of
additional mobile units in the future could increase the total
storage capacity in the existing building to 29,340 boxes,
which is more than double the existing capacity. It would
take an estimated $240,000 to accomplish this. Should we
ever decide to relocate the Records Retention Center to
another building, the dense pack system could be relocated as
well. By contrast, construction of additional space to contain
the same 2,000 boxes on stationary shelving would require
construction of about 800 SF. At an estimated cost of $75 per
SF, this would run $60,000 and would still only provide
capacity through 2008. Furthermore, space to expand is
limited on the existing site. We would have to build an
additional 6,000 SF at an estimated cost of $450,000 to equal
the storage capacity available through the use of the mobile
shelving.
Financial Impact:The cost of the contract is $36,029.91. Staff would like to
investigate how much additional capacity we could acquire if
we use the balance of the SPLOST IV funding for the
Records Retention Center.
Alternatives:1. Approve expenditure of SPLOST IV funds in the amount
of up to $63,796 allocated for roof replacement at the
Records Retention Center. Also, award a contract for
installation of high density modular shelving to Modern
Business Systems of Augusta in the amount of $36,029.91,
increasing storage capacity by 2,000 boxes. This firm was the
lowest responsive bidder to RFP #06-087. 2. Identify
additional funding to expand the existing center.
Recommendation:Alternative #1. Approve expenditure of SPLOST IV funds in
the amount of up to $63,796 allocated for roof replacement at
the Records Retention Center. Also, award a contract for
installation of high density modular shelving to Modern
Business Systems of Augusta in the amount of $36,029.91,
increasing storage capacity by 2,000 boxes. This firm was the
lowest responsive bidder to RFP #06-087.
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
324-05-1120-201150420
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Finance.
Administrator.
Clerk of Commission
Commission Meeting Agenda
3/7/2006 2:00 PM
RW Beck media proposal
Department:Solid Waste
Caption:Motion to deny a change order to RW Beck in an amount of
$300,000 to fund a public information program relating to
solid waste management in Augusta-Richmond County,
highlighting the upcoming changes in collection. (Approved
by Engineering Services Committee February 27, 2006)
Background:
The Solid Waste Department initiated a new contract with
three solid waste collection contractors to collect solid waste,
yard trimmings, recyclables, and bulky items from 53,000
households. This contract will result in many changes and
improvements in solid waste collection in the County. Some
of the biggest changes and improvements include: ? New
collection days and times; ? More convenient holiday and
special event collection schedule; ? New collection and fee
structure for downtown businesses; ? New County operated
customer service hotline; ? New quarterly billing system; ?
New requirements for setting out yard trimmings; ? New
materials to recycle; and ? New recycling containers
available. R. W. Beck was contracted to assist the Solid
Waste Department in the implementing these changes,
including assisting the County with procurement of carts,
billing systems, processing and marketing of recyclables;
evaluating existing ordinances and internal policies and
procedures for consistency with new programs; assisting with
ensuring contractor compliance; and developing an approach
to inform and educate the public about the changes. R.W.
Beck, Inc., with the assistance of Full Circle
Communications, a community relations firm and a certified
DBE contractor registered with Augusta, prepared an
approach to inform and educate the public on the improved
collection program. This public relations plan includes
developing and updating the Solid Waste Department web
site, providing local citizens groups with presentation
materials and coordinating with them to reach their
constituency; promoting program changes through utility bill
inserts and other mailings; and implementing a media plan
that involves public service announcements, radio and TV
ads, and press releases.
Analysis:By approving this change order, Augusta will be able to offer
the citizens a series of benefits. They include: ? Awareness of
changes to their solid waste collection and recycling program
before they happen; ? Answers to questions about collection
days, materials collected, payment methods, and all aspects
of their solid waste collection system; ? Knowledge of
opportunities to reduce waste; ? Opportunities to reduce cost
and ensure timely payment of solid waste collection fees; ?
Clear direction regarding how to get customer service issues
addressed; and ? A positive view of the changes to being
made by the County with regard to solid waste management.
The benefits to the department include; ? Fewer calls from
confused customers once changes take place. ? Fewer
dissatisfied customers; ? Improved collection of fees as
customers are aware of the payment requirements; ?
Increased recycling as customers will be encouraged to
recycle; ? Extended landfill life as customers will be
informed of opportunities to reduce waste; ? Reduced litter
and illegal dumping as citizens will be informed of their
collection programs; and ? Citizen support for the positive
changes being made by the County.
Financial Impact:The initial cost will be $300,000. However, if customers are
not informed of changes to their solid waste collection
system, opportunities for reduction, payment schedules, etc.,
the Department may incur additional costs required to
address increased complaints and customer service calls,
enforcement requirements of ordinances related to solid
waste, clean up litter, collect unpaid fees, and otherwise
address the impacts of uninformed customers. Due to the
financial deficit or the solid waste collections program, the
enterprise fund 542 (solid waste collections) will need to
borrow funds from enterprise fund 541 (landfill) to complete
this transaction.
Alternatives:
1. Approve a change order to RW Beck in an amount of
$300,000 to fund a public information program relating to
solid waste management in Augusta-Richmond County,
highlighting the upcoming changes in collection. 2. Reduce
the amount of funding and reduce the opportunities and
approaches to communicate changes and improvements to
customers. 3. Disapprove the request and address the
consequences of customers that are uninformed and unaware
of the requirements and benefits of the new solid waste
collection system.
Recommendation:Approve Alternative 1.
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
A budget transer of $200,000 from account 541-04-
4210/5222130 to account 541-04-4210/5311810 will create
an account balance of $303,000 in special events.
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Finance.
Procurement.
Disadvantaged Business Enterprise.
Administrator.
Clerk of Commission
Deliverable Units Hrs Labor Postage Production
costs/materials Total Cost
1
Mass mailer 65000 4 $320 $17,550 $4,000 $21,870
Phone msg 65000 4 $320 $0 $6,500 $6,820
Bill Insert 65000 4 $320 $0 $0 $320
Public access ad 24 $1,920 $0 $0 $1,920
Fact Sheets/flyers 6 $480 $0 $1,000 $1,480
Maps 6 $480 $0 $1,000 $1,480
Press release 8 $640 $0 $0 $640
Media Plan: local newspapers, billboards, TV/Cable,
Radio
(see media plan)$0 $50,000
$50,000
2
Flyer/Info card 5,000 8 $640 $0 $900 $1,540
Website text update 3 $240 $0 $0 $240
Informational postcard mailer 65,000 8 $640 $24,050 $4,000 $28,690
Refrigerator Magnet ( to be mailed w/ postcard) 65,000 12 $960 $18,500 $19,460
Website text 3 $240 $0 $0 $240
3
Posters 500 10 $800 $0 $800 $1,600
Website text update 3 $240 $0 $0 $240
4
Carbon-copy attachable tag 15,000 8 $640 $0 $4,200 $4,840
Carbon copy doorhanger 15,000 8 $640 $0 $4,200 $4,840
Website text update 3 $240 $0 $0 $240
5
Mailing: letter 400 4 $320 $136 $150 $606
Calls to business owners 400 4 $320 $0 $40 $360
Website text updates 4 $320 $0 $0 $320
6
Bill inserts 65000 4 $320 $0 $0 $320
Website text 3 $240 $0 $0 $240
7
Bill insert 65000 4 $320 $0 $0 $320
Web text 6 $480 $0 $0 $480
Mass phone messaging 65000 4 $320 $0 $6,500 $6,820
Public Access informational piece 10 $800 $0 $0 $800
Prepare Presentation 20 $1,600 $0 $0 $1,600
Staff training on presentation 8 $640 $0 $0 $640
Presentation updates 18 $1,440 $0 $0 $1,440
Coordination of presentation with community grps 120 $9,600 $0 $0 $9,600
Meeting attendance and presentation 48 $3,840 $0 $0 $3,840
Development of customer/stakeholder database 24 $1,920 $0 $0 $1,920
Coordination and interface with organizations;
transfer of information for distribution within orgs.
120 $9,600 $0 $0
$9,600
Initial setup 32 $2,560 $0 $0 $2,560
Regular website updates (2 hrs wkly review) 96 $7,680 $0 $0 $7,680
Monthly research of events 48 $3,840 $0 $0 $3,840
Coordination of information station at events with
hosts organization
6 events 24 $1,920 $0 $0
$1,920
Manning information station at events 6 events 48 $3,840 $0 $0 $3,840
Coordination w/ GIS for production 24 $1,920 $0 $0 $1,920
Working w/ webmaster to get on website 24 $1,920 $0 $0 $1,920
Release developed for each message (excluding
kick-off)
9 45 $3,600 $0 $0
$3,600
Distribution of releases to all media sources 80 $6,400 $0 $0 $6,400
Quarterly development of newsletter & mailing 300 48 $3,840 $500 $600 $4,940
Monthly review and updates all of materials & ads 150 $12,000 $0 $0 $12,000
Review process of original and updated materials
and update w/ suggestions from M. Johnson (heavy
first month)
75 $6,000 $0 $0
$6,000
Monthly Progress reports 12 48 $3,840 $0 $0 $3,840
Status meeting w/ Solid Waste staff & RW Beck
Team – on site & via conference call
24 120 $9,600 $0 $0
$9,600
Additional materials as requested $0 $2,870 $0 $2,870
$110,800 $45,106 $102,390 $258,296
RW Beck Management Fee (10%)$25,829.60
TOTAL $284,125.60
40
SUBTOTAL
Maintenance of Progam
Media releases
Newsletter
Maps
Teaming Opportunities
Website
Partnerships
Database Development
Presentation
New quarterly billing, recycling carts and allowable materials
Downtown Business Customers Changes
County Customer Service line
New Red Tag
Yard Debris
Collection Schedule & Masters Cleanup
Message
Messaging Materials
Kick-Off
Commission Meeting Agenda
3/7/2006 2:00 PM
St. Sebastian Archaeological Agreement
Department:Engineering Department-Abie L. Ladson, P.E., Interim
Director
Caption:Motion to approve entering into an agreement with New
South Associates in the amount of $99,079 for the mitigation
of an African-American archaeological site on the St.
Sebastian Street Way/Greene Street/15th Street project, CPB
# 327-04-296812003. Funding is available in SPLOST Phase
IV Project Engineering Account 324041110-
5212115/202824003-5212115. (Approved by Engineering
Services Committee February 27, 2006)
Background:This is a Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT)
project that will extend St. Sebastian Way on new location
from Walton Way to Riverwatch Parkway and provide
connectivity to Broad Street. Final design plans are 80%
complete, right of way acquisition is underway and the
project is currently scheduled to receive bids in November,
2006.
Analysis:The Engineering Department is responsible for the design
activities on this project, with reimbursement from GDOT
equal to 80%. The alignment encroaches on an African-
American archaeological site that the Federal Highway
Administration (FHWA), National Historic Preservation
Office, State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) and
GDOT have deemed eligible for inclusion on the National
Register of Historic Places. On August 10, 2004, the City
executed a MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT with
FHWA, GDOT and SHPO which stated that the Engineering
Department would be responsible for the mitigation of this
site. On January 6, 2006, letters of interest were sent to 6
consultant firms that are on the GDOT pre-qualified list
asking for bids. Bids were received from 3 of the firms, with
the cost ranging from $99,079 to $191,470. The 3 proposals
were submitted to GDOT for review, and they concurred
with the Engineering Department’s recommendation to select
the bid of $99,079 from New South Associates.
Financial Impact:New South Associates has proposed a cost of $99,079 to
mitigate the African-American archaeological site. GDOT
has advised that the cost is acceptable and will be
reimbursable to Augusta Richmond County at 80%. Funds
are available in the SPLOST Phase IV Project Engineering
Account.
Alternatives:1) The Engineering Department requests approval to enter
into an agreement with New South Associates in the amount
of $99,079 for the mitigation of an African-American
archaeological site on the St. Sebastian Street Way/Greene
Street/15th Street project, CPB # 327-04-296812003.
Funding is available in SPLOST Phase IV Project
Engineering Account 324041110-5212115/202824003-
5212115. 2) Do not approve the request which will violate
the MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT the City executed
on Augusta 10, 2004, and would also jeopardize the federal
funds that have been authorized/identified for this project.
Recommendation:Approve Alternative Number One
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
324041110-5212115 202824003-5212115
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Finance.
Administrator.
Clerk of Commission
Commission Meeting Agenda
3/7/2006 2:00 PM
Minutes
Department:
Caption:Motion to approve the minutes of the Commission regular
meeting held February 22, 2006 and Special Called meeting
held February 27, 2006.
Background:
Analysis:
Financial Impact:
Alternatives:
Recommendation:
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Clerk of Commission
Commission Meeting Agenda
3/7/2006 2:00 PM
Reschedule Commission meeting
Department:
Caption:Motion to approve the rescheduling of the April 4th regular
Commission meeting to March 29 at 1:00 P.M.
Background:
Analysis:
Financial Impact:
Alternatives:
Recommendation:
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Clerk of Commission
Commission Meeting Agenda
3/7/2006 2:00 PM
Tender Sprout Christian Learning Ctr.
Department:
Caption:Motion to approve Tender Sprout Christian Learing Center,
Inc. to be a direct recipient of grant funds from the Children
and Youth Coordinating Council.
Background:
Analysis:
Financial Impact:
Alternatives:
Recommendation:
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Clerk of Commission
Commission Meeting Agenda
3/7/2006 2:00 PM
Appointment District One
Department:
Caption:Motion to approve the reappointment and appointment of the
following representing District 1: Ms. Mildred McDaniel,
Coliseum Authority, Ms. Nancy Barnes, AHED Citizens
Advisory Council, Ms. Cassandra Brinson, Citizens Small
Business Council, Mr. Archie Shepard, Animal Control
Board, Mr.William Mitchell, Zoning Appeals Board and Ms.
Ella Washington, Library Board.
Background:
Analysis:
Financial Impact:
Alternatives:
Recommendation:
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Clerk of Commission
Commission Meeting Agenda
3/7/2006 2:00 PM
Appointments Tax Assessors Bd.
Department:
Caption:Motion to approve the following appointments and
reappointment to the Tax Assessor Board representing
District 9: Ms. Gloria Frazier, Mr. Herman Fort and Mr.
Tracy Williams.
Background:
Analysis:
Financial Impact:
Alternatives:
Recommendation:
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Clerk of Commission
Commission Meeting Agenda
3/7/2006 2:00 PM
District appointments 7
Department:
Caption:Motion to approve the appointment of the following
representing District 7: Mr. Eugene Hunt, Planning
Commission, Mr. Dewitt Dent, Zoning Appeals Board, Mr.
Richard Isdell, Coliseum Authority, Jack Steinberg, ARC
Citizens Minority Business Development Advisory Council,
Crystal Eskola, Animal Control Board and Ms. Fran Stewart,
Riverfront Review Board.
Background:
Analysis:
Financial Impact:
Alternatives:
Recommendation:
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Clerk of Commission
Commission Meeting Agenda
3/7/2006 2:00 PM
District three appts.
Department:
Caption:Motion to approve the appointment and reappointment of the
following representing District 3: Tom Fuller, Public
Facilities, William Thomas, Animal Control, Katie Jones,
Bush Field, Thomas Robertson, Canal Authority, Dr. Harold
Engler, Daniel Field, Anna Avrett, Historic Preservation, D.
Clay Ward, AHEDD, Robert Smalley, Human Relations,
Harold Simon, Personnel Board, Jay Simon, Planning
Commission, Don Bradshaw, Riverfront Development,
Henry Frischknecht, Tree Commission, Nick Dickinson,
Board of Zoning Appeals and Harry Moore, Coliseum
Authority.
Background:
Analysis:
Financial Impact:
Alternatives:
Recommendation:
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Clerk of Commission
Commission Meeting Agenda
3/7/2006 2:00 PM
Hicks
Department:
Caption:Motion to approve the appointment of Mr. David M. HIcks
to the Coliseum Authority representing District 8.
Background:
Analysis:
Financial Impact:
Alternatives:
Recommendation:
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Clerk of Commission
Commission Meeting Agenda
3/7/2006 2:00 PM
Alcohol Distance Ordinance
Department:Commissioner Andy Cheek
Caption:An Ordinance to amend the Code of Augusta-Richmond
County by adopting a new section to be known as Article 6,
Chapter 2, Section 64(d)(1), et seq..; to define special alcohol
license distance requirements with reference to structures not
originally built as a place of worship and located in the
Downtown Business District; to define the Downtown
Business District for purposes of the special alcohol license
distance requirements, to provide for exceptions to this
Ordinance for such structures in use as of the effective date
of this Ordinance; and to repeal all Ordinances and parts of
Ordinances in conflect herewith.
Background:A special definition of place of worship which was created
from a structure not orginallt built as a place of worship in
the a special downtown district has been requested by the
Downtown Development Authority through Commissioner
Cheek.
Analysis:See Background.
Financial Impact:N/A
Alternatives:Do not enact proposed Ordinance.
Recommendation:Enact proposed Ordinance.
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
N/A
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Administrator.
Clerk of Commission
ORDINANCE NO. ______
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE CODE OF AUGUSTA-RICHMOND
COUNTY BY ADOPTING A NEW SECTION TO BE KNOWN AS
ARTICLE 6, CHAPTER 2, SECTION 64(d)(1), ET SEQ.; TO DEFINE
SPECIAL ALCOHOL LICENSE DISTANCE REQUIREMENTS WITH
REFERENCE TO STRUCTURES NOT ORIGINALLY BUILT AS A
PLACE OF WORSHIP AND LOCATED IN THE DOWNTOWN
BUSINESS DISTRICT; TO DEFINE THE DOWNTOWN BUSINESS
DISTRICT FOR PURPOSES OF THE SPECIAL ALCOHOL LICENSE
DISTANCE REQUIREMENTS; TO PROVIDE FOR EXCEPTIONS TO
THIS ORDINANCE FOR SUCH STRUCTURES IN USE AS OF THE
EFFECTIVE DATE OF THIS ORDINANCE; AND TO REPEAL ALL
ORDINANCES AND PARTS OF ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT
HEREWITH.
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE AUGUSTA-RICHMOND COUNTY
COMMISSION AND IT IS HEREBY ORDAINED BY THE AUTHORITY OF SAME,
that the Augusta-Richmond County Code is hereby amended to add a new Section 6-2-
64(d)(1) providing as follows:
SECTION 1. Special alcohol license distance requirements for the Downtown
Business District .
(a) The “Downtown Business District” for purposes of this Ordinance is
bounded:
1. North by the Savannah River;
2. East by the western right-of-way line of Fifth Street;
3. South by the north right-of-way line of Greene Street; and
4. West by the east right-of-way line of Fifteenth Street.
(b) Any structure in the “Downtown Business District” as herein above defined and not
originally built as a place of worship will not be considered in applying any distance requirement
in reference to the issuance of any alcohol license by Augusta, Georgia after the effective date of
this Ordinance.
(c) Exceptions: This Ordinance shall not apply to any structure in said “Downtown
Business District” not originally built as a place of worship and in use as a place of worship on
the effective date of this Ordinance.
(d) In the Downtown Business District as herein defined, new applications for alcoholic
beverage licenses submitted after the effective date of this Ordinance, shall be subject to distance
requirements of 300 feet measured from the main entrance of the applicant’s structure to the
main entrance of the closest occupied structure originally built as a place of worship or any other
structure not originally built as a place of worship and in use as a place of worship on or before
the effective date of this Ordinance.
SECTION 1. This ordinance shall become effective upon its adoption in accordance
with applicable laws.
SECTION 3. All ordinance or parts of ordinances in conflict with this ordinance are
repealed.
SECTION 4. The provisions of this Ordinance are severable. If any part of this
Ordinance is held to be invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remaining provisions of
this ordinance shall remain in full force and effect.
Duly adopted this ____ day of __________, 2006.
Augusta, Georgia
By:
Mayor
ATTEST:
Clerk
First Reading: _______________________
Second Reading: ___Waived____________
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I, the undersigned, ________________, Clerk, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a
true and correct copy of an Ordnance adopted by said Augusta-Richmond County Commission at
two consecutive meetings held on the following dates, to wit: ____________________, 2006
and __________________, 2006, as the same appears on the minutes of said Commission this
___ day of ________, 2006.
Published in the Augusta Chronicle ____________ ______, 2006.
Clerk
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Commission Meeting Agenda
3/7/2006 2:00 PM
Panhandling Ordinance
Department:Commissioner Andy Cheek
Caption:An Ordinance to amend the Code of Augusta-Richmond
County by adopting a new section therein, to be known as
Article 3, Chapter 9, Section 1, et seq.; so as to define the
offense of “Aggressive Panhandling” and to provide a
penalty for the violation of said Ordinance and to repeal all
Ordinances and parts of Ordinances in conflict herewith.
Background:Ordinance prohibiting aggressive panhandling has been
requested by the Downtown Development Auithority through
Commissioner Andy Cheek. The Ordinance has been
reviewed by the Sheriff of Richmond County and his
counsel. It is narrowly drawn both as to activity and area.
The area is downtown, bounded by the Savannah River, 5th
Street, Greene Street and 15th Street.
Analysis:See Background.
Financial Impact:N/A
Alternatives:Do not enact Ordinance.
Recommendation:Enact Ordinance as submitted
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
N/A
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Administrator.
Clerk of Commission
ORDINANCE NO. _______
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE CODE OF AUGUSTA-
RICHMOND COUNTY BY ADOPTING A NEW SECTION THEREIN,
TO BE KNOWN AS ARTICLE 3, CHAPTER 9, SECTION 1, ET SEQ.;
SO AS TO DEFINE THE OFFENSE OF “AGGRESSIVE
PANHANDLING” AND TO PROVIDE A PENALTY FOR THE
VIOLATION OF SAID ORDINANCE AND TO REPEAL ALL
ORDINANCES AND PARTS OF ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT
HEREWITH.
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE AUGUSTA-RICHMOND COUNTY
COMMISSION AND IT IS HEREBY ORDAINED BY THE AUTHORITY OF SAME,
that the Augusta-Richmond County Code is hereby amended to define the offense of
“Aggressive Panhandling” as follows:
SECTION 1. “Aggressive Panhandling” as hereinafter defined is prohibited on
Broad Street and the sidewalks appurtenant thereto on the northern and southern
boundaries of the right-of-way of said thoroughfare beginning at the intersection of Broad
Street and Fifth Street and continuing on Broad Street to its intersection with Fifteenth
Street and on the Augusta Common from its southern most boundary on the northern
right-of-way line of Broad Street to the northern most boundary of the Augusta Common
abutting the southern most right-of-way line of Reynolds Street and on the sidewalk on
Reynolds Street abutting the northern boundary of the Augusta Common.
SECTION 2. The purpose of this Ordinance is to ensure unimpeded pedestrian
traffic flow, to maintain and protect the physical safety and well being of pedestrians and
to otherwise foster a safe and harassment-free climate in the public places defined in
Section 1.
SECTION 3. As used in this Ordinance, the following terms shall have the
following meanings, unless the context clearly indicates that a different meaning is
intended:
(a) “Public place” or “Place open to the public” is an area generally visible to
public view and includes streets, sidewalks, bridges, alleys, plazas, parks, driveways,
parking lots, automobiles (whether moving or not), and buildings open to the general
public or entrances in buildings or dwellings and the grounds enclosing them;
(b) “Known panhandler” means a person who within one year previous to the
date of arrest for violation of this section has been convicted in a court of competent
jurisdiction of any civil or criminal offense involving panhandling.
(c) A conversation or gesture or both shall be construed as “threatening” if a
reasonably prudent individual would perceive such conduct as intending to result in the
procurement of money or goods by threat or coercion.
(d) Behavior shall be deemed as “aggressive” or “intimidating” if a reasonably
prudent individual could be deterred from passing through or remaining in or near any
thoroughfare, or place open to the public because of fear, concern or apprehension caused
by such behavior.
(e) “Panhandling” shall mean begging.
SECTION 4.
(a) On that part of Broad Street defined in Section 1 of this Ordinance and on the
Augusta Common, no person either individually or as part of a group shall procure or
attempt to procure a handout from another in a manner or under circumstances
manifesting an express or implied threat or coercion. Among the circumstances which
may be considered in determining whether such purpose of behavior is manifested are the
following: that such person is a known panhandler; that such person repeatedly and in a
threatening fashion, beckons to, stops, or attempts to sop one or more passers-by; that
such person engages one or more passers-by in threatening conversation; or that such
person utilizes threatening bodily gestures. To constitute a violation of this Subsection,
the violator’s conduct must be such as to demonstrate a specific intent to induce, solicit,
or procure from another goods or money by threat or coercion. No arrest shall be made
for a violation of this Subsection unless the violator’s conduct must be such as to
demonstrate a specific intent to induce, solicit, or procure from another goods or money
by threat or coercion. No arrest shall be made for a violation of this Subsection unless
the arresting officer first affords such person an opportunity to explain such conduct, and
no one shall be convicted of violating this subsection if it appears at trial that the
explanation given was true and disclosed a lawful purpose.
(b) Reserved.
(c) It shall be unlawful for any person, after having been warned that such activity
is prohibited, to procure or attempt to procure a handout in the area defined in Section 1
of this Ordinance.
(d) It shall be unlawful for any person to sit or recline on a public sidewalk with
an intent to procure a handout.
SECTION 5. Any person, firm or corporation violation any provision of this
ordinance shall be subject to the jurisdiction of the Civil and Magistrate Court of
Richmond County and be subject to a fine and or a term of incarceration upon conviction
of the offense of “Aggressive Panhandling” as is provided up to the maximum
punishment allowed under Augusta Code Section 3-7-3.
SECTION 6. This ordinance shall become effective upon its adoption in
accordance with applicable laws.
SECTION 7. All ordinance or parts of ordinances in conflict with this ordinance
are repealed.
SECTION 8. The provisions of this Ordinance are severable. If any part of this
Ordinance is held to be invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remaining
provisions of this ordinance shall remain in full force and effect.
Duly adopted this ____ day of __________, 2006.
Augusta, Georgia
Waive second reading.
By:
Mayor
ATTEST:
Clerk
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I, the undersigned, ________________, Clerk, do hereby certify that the
foregoing is a true and correct copy of an Ordnance adopted by said Augusta-Richmond
County Commission at two consecutive meetings held on the following dates, to wit:
____________________, 2006 and __________________, 2006, as the same appears on
the minutes of said Commission this ___ day of ________, 2006.
Published in the Augusta Chronicle ____________ ______, 2006.
Clerk
Commission Meeting Agenda
3/7/2006 2:00 PM
Commission Rules and Procedures
Department:
Caption:Discussion of the abstention policy of the Commission.
(Requested by Commissioner Andy Cheek)
Background:
Analysis:
Financial Impact:
Alternatives:
Recommendation:
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Clerk of Commission
Commission Meeting Agenda
3/7/2006 2:00 PM
Drag Strip
Department:
Caption:Discuss/approve study for the proposed Augusta Dragway.
(Requested by Commissioner Marion Williams)
Background:
Analysis:
Financial Impact:
Alternatives:
Recommendation:
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Clerk of Commission
Commission Meeting Agenda
3/7/2006 2:00 PM
Elected Officials Pay Increases
Department:
Caption:Consider action taken by legislative members regrding
elected officials pay raises. (Requested by Commissioner
Don Grantham)
Background:
Analysis:
Financial Impact:
Alternatives:
Recommendation:
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Clerk of Commission