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Commission Meeting Agenda
Commission Chamber
11/21/2006
2:00 PM
INVOCATION: Reverend Sharon Watkins, Pastor Aldersgate United Methodist Church.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA.
PRESENTATION(S)
A. Board of Trustees Augusta-Richmond County Public Library. RE:
Presentation/Update on new headquarters with design plan.
Attachments
B. Mr. Steve Abbott, Georgia Forestry Commission. RE: Annual
report FY2005/2006
Attachments
RECOGNITION(S)
ARC RETIREES:
C. Mr. Ronnie Joyner, Richmond County Sheriff's Office, 1982-
2001; Mr. Jimmy Whitaker, Public Services Department, 1990-
2006; Mr. David Pugh, Augusta Utilities Department, 1969-2006.
Attachments
Augusta Convention & Visitors Bureau
D. Augusta Champions for their efforts to bring visitors to Augusta
through a convention, family reunion or sporting event and for
working with the ACVB; Presentation of the Direct Visitor
Spending generated by the visitors.
Attachments
Employee of the Month Award
E. Mr. Glenn Dukes, Augusta Public Services Department.
Attachments
CONSENT AGENDA
(Items 1-28)
PLANNING
1. FINAL PLAT – POWELL RUN – S-753 – A request for
concurrence with the Augusta-Richmond County Planning
Commission to APPROVE a petition by H. Lawson Graham and
Associates, on behalf of Oscar Hugh Barrow, requesting final plat
for Powell Run Subdivision. This residential subdivision is located
on Lewis Road, west of Powell Road and contains 16 lots.
(Reviewing agency approval 10-27-06)
Attachments
2. FINAL PLAT – WEST WHEELER TOWNHOMES, SECTION
V – S-726-V – A request for concurrence with the Augusta-
Richmond County Planning Commission to APPROVE a petition
by Southern Partners Inc., on behalf of ATC Development Co.,
requesting final plat approval for West Wheeler Townhomes,
Section V. This residential subdivision is located on West Wheeler
Parkway, south of the right-of-way of Dorado Drive and contains
28 lots.
Attachments
3. Z-06-117 – A request for concurrence with the Augusta-Richmond
County Planning Commission to APPROVE with the condition
that 1 through 3 of the 4 zoning conditions placed on the property
in 1989 zoning case be eliminated; a petition Patrick J. Rice,
Attorney, on behalf of FTD, LLC, requesting an elimination of
three of the four conditions placed on two earlier rezonings to
Zone R-3B (Multiple-family Residential) which was Z-89-136 and
Zone P-1 (Professional) which was Z-89-137 affecting property on
property that is part of Tax Map 018 Parcel 068.01. The P-1
portion of the property is located approximately 190 feet west of
Stanley Drive and being 1,020 feet, more or less, south of
Washington Road. The R-3B portion of the property is located
approximately 400 feet west of Stanley Drive and being 1,370
feet, more or less, south of Washington Road. (Part of Tax Map
018 Parcel 068-01) DISTRICT 7
Attachments
4. Z-06-118 – A request for concurrence with the Augusta-Richmond
County Planning Commission to APPROVE with the condition
that the petitioner/owner does not seek any variances from the
Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance for Augusta-Richmond County;
a petition by Tamiko Williams, on behalf of Lynne Wisner,
requesting a change of zoning from Zone R-1A (One-family
Residential) to Zone P-1 (Professional) affecting property that
contains .61 acres and is known under the present numbering
system as 1903 Bungalow Road. (Tax Map 086-3 Parcel 042)
DISTRICT 2
Attachments
5. Z-06-121 – A request for concurrence with the Augusta-Richmond
County Planning Commission to APPROVE a petition by David
Thompson requesting a change of zoning from Zone A
(Agriculture) to Zone B-2 (General Business) affecting property
that contains approximately 1.29 acres and is known under the
present numbering system as 3874 Wrightsboro Road (Tax Map
039 Parcel 076) DISTRICT 3
Attachments
6. Z-06-122 – A request for concurrence with the Augusta-Richmond
County Planning Commission to APPROVE a petition by
Jonathan Marshall, on behalf of Marshall and Turner Properties
LLC, requesting a change of zoning from Zone R-1B (One-family
Residential) to Zone R-1D (One-family Residential) affecting
property that contains .20 acres and is known under the present
numbering system as 1927 Maryland Avenue. (Tax Map 056-2
Parcel 048) DISTRICT 2
Attachments
7. FINAL PLAT – AYLESBURY COMMONS, PHASE I – S-710 –
A request for concurrence with the Augusta-Richmond County
Planning Commission to APPROVE a petition by George L.
Godman and Associates, on behalf of LPB Properties, Inc.,
requesting final plat approval for Aylesbury Commons, Phase I.
This residential subdivision is located off Belair Road at Burdette
Drive and containing 52 lots.
Attachments
8. FINAL PLAT – CREEKSIDE AT THE RESERVES – S-727 – A
request for concurrence with the Augusta-Richmond County
Planning Commission to APPROVE a petition by James G. Swift
and Associates, on behalf of Peter Budwick & William A. Eisele,
requesting final plat approval for Creekside at the Reserves. This
residential subdivision is located on Reserve Lane, adjacent to the
Reserves at Stevens Creek.
Attachments
9. FINAL PLAT – MAGNOLIA VILLAS, PHASE I – S-694-I – A
request for concurrence with the Augusta-Richmond County
Planning Commission to APPROVE a petition by Southern Land
Surveyors, on behalf of Paul McElmurray, requesting final plat
approval for Magnolia Villas, Phase I. This residential subdivision
is located Roy Road at the terminus and containing 32 lots.
Attachments
10. FINAL PLAT – MAYO TOWNHOMES, PHASE I – S-708-I – A
request for concurrence with the Augusta-Richmond County
Planning Commission to APPROVE a petition by H. Lawson
Graham and Associates, Inc., on behalf of Gene Vintson,
requesting final plat approval for Mayo Townhomes, Phase I. This
residential subdivision is located on Dennis Road, north of Stevens
Creek Road and contains 10 lots.
Attachments
11. FINAL PLAT - Request for concurrence with the Augusta-
Richmond County Planning Commission to APPROVE pursuant
to Section 202 (D), a petition by Lucien Williams requesting
approval to subdivide 3.51 acres into a total of five (5) lots at 606
Milledge Road. (Tax map 034-2 Parcel 048)
Attachments
12. Z-06-115 – A request for concurrence with the Augusta-Richmond
County Planning Commission to APPROVE with the condition
that the tower be a 150 foot monopole; a petition by T Mobile
South LLC, on behalf of Concord Hill Investments, requesting a
Special Exception to establish a Telecommunication Tower per
Section 28-A of the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance for
Augusta-Richmond County affecting property that contains
approximately .23 acres and is located approximately 1.5 miles
west of Richmond Hill Road and approximately 1,500 feet south
Attachments
of Bobby Jones Expressway. (Part of Tax Map 108 Parcel 058)
DISTRICT 5
13. Z-06-116 - A request for concurrence with the Augusta-Richmond
County Planning Commission to APPROVE a petition by Patrick
J. Rice, Attorney, on behalf of Berckman Residential Properties
LLC; FTD, LLC; Berckman Corner, LLC; Whiddon Family
Properties, LLC, et al, requesting a Special Exception to establish
public parking per Section 8-2 (b), Section 17-2 (a) and Section
20-1 (j) of the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance for Augusta-
Richmond County affecting property comprising three land tracts
containing multiple tax parcels as described below: Tract A is
located on the northwest right-of-way line of Berckmans Road,
200 feet, more or less, west of Washington Road; Tract B is
located where the south right-of-way line of Heath Drive intersects
with the northwest right-of-way line of Berckmans Road; Tract C
is located where the southwest right-of-way line of Stanley Drive
intersects the northwest right-of-way line of Heath Drive. (Tax
Maps 013, 018, and 019, Multiple Parcels) ALL PARCELS ARE
LOCATED IN DISTRICT 7
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PUBLIC SERVICES
14. Motion to approve a request by William Jenkins for an extension
of time to purchase the Alcohol license for Southside Restaurant &
Lounge located at 2083 Old Savannah Rd. There will be Dance.
District 2. Super District 9.(Approved by Public Services
Committee November 13, 2006)
Attachments
15. Motion to approve a request by Chong Ae Park for a retail
package Beer & Wine license to be used in connection with C & J
Co. located at 1377 Wrightsboro Rd. District 1. Super District 9.
(Approved by Public Services Committee November 13, 2006)
Attachments
16. Motion to approve a request by Susan Lee for a Therapeutic
Massage License to be used on an Outcall basis. This Outcall
license will be used in connection with Touch Communication
Therapeutic Massage located at 4361 Quail Creek Rd, Martinez,
Attachments
Ga. Districts 1 thru 8. Super District 9 & 10. (Approved by Public
Services Committee November 13, 2006)
PUBLIC SAFETY
17. Motion to approve transfer of funds from Wireless Fund Reserve
to E911 Regular Fund. (Approved by Public Safety Committee
November 13, 2006)
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FINANCE
18. Motion to approve the abatement of tax accounts on City property.
(Approved by Finance Committee November 13, 2006)
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19. Motion to approve a request to have tax accounts in the name of
the Land Bank abated. (Approved by Finance Comnmittee
November 13, 2006)
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20. Motion to approve a request to abate balance of 2006 taxes on
Map 179, Parcel 3.10. (Approved by Finance Committee
November 13, 2006)
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21. Motion to approve a request that the Committee abate taxes due on
Map 42-4, Parcel 2, now in the name of Augusta. (Approved by
Finance Committee November 13, 2006)
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22. Motion to approve additional funding for Dec. 5, 2006 Run-Off
Election in the amount of $80,100. (Approved by Finance
Committee November 13, 2006)
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ENGINEERING SERVICES
23. Motion to approve the transfer of 214 Magnolia Avenue to Land
Bank Authority. (Approved by Engineering Services Committee
November 13, 2006)
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24. Motion to approve an Application for Service from the New
Savannah Bluff Lock and Dam Management Fund and
authorization of payment to that fund in the amount of
$100,000.00 per year for 2007, 2008, and 2009. (Approved by
Engineering Services Committee November 13, 2006)
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25. Motion to direct the Traffic Engineering Section of the
Engineering Department to remove the temporary speed humps
and associated signage along Crane Ferry Road. (Approved by
Engineering Servcies Committee November 13, 2006)
Attachments
26. Motion to approve a request from the Engineering Department to
award bid item #06-173 to GE Supply in the amount of
$97,299.02 for street light poles and fixtures replacements/repairs
in the urban areas of Augusta for a period of one year. This is
contingent upon adoption of this item. Funds are available in the
street light budget account number 276-04-1610-5414410.
(Approved by Engineering Services Committee November 13,
2006)
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PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS
27. Motion to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of the
Commission held November 9, 2006.
Attachments
APPOINTMENT(S)
28. Motion to approve the appointment of Mr. David Penix to the
ARC Riverfront Development Board representing District 8.
Attachments
****END CONSENT AGENDA****
AUGUSTA COMMISSION
11/21/2006
AUGUSTA COMMISSION
REGULAR AGENDA
11/21/2006
(Items 29-37)
ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES
29. Motion to approve the Amendments to New Savannah Road
Social Services, Inc. Community Development Block Grant.
Attachments
30. Motion to approve the recommendations from the Historic
Preservation Commission to designate Olde Town as a Local
Historic District.
Attachments
31. Motion to approve Retirement of Mr. William Manecke under the
1949 Pension Plan.
Attachments
FINANCE
32. Consider a tax appeal from Jennifer Rucker regarding Peach
Orchard Plaza, 2708 Peach Orchard Road. (Map 098-3-245-00-0)
(No recommendation from Finance Committee November 13,
2006)
Attachments
ENGINEERING SERVICES
33. Approve Change Order #1 for Eagle Utilities in the amount of
approximately $500,000 to be paid by Grovetown for connections
to the Upper Butler Sanitary Sewer Project, AUD no. 50128.
(Requested by Commissioner Jimmy Smith)
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SUBCOMMITTEE
EEOC Appointment:
34. Motion to approve the recommendation of the EEOC
Subcommittee relative to the appointment of the Equal
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Employment Opportunity Coordinator.
ADMINISTRATOR
35. Motion to approve the proposed ARC 2007 Budget.
Attachments
ATTORNEY
36. Resolution to designate Augusta as redevelopment agency under
the Redevelopment Powers Law. (Requested by Commissioner
Jerry Brigham)
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LEGAL MEETING
A. Pending and Potential Litigation.
B. Real Estate.
C. Personnel.
37. Motion to authorize the Mayor to execute the affidavit of
compliance with Georgia's Open Meeting Act.
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11/21/2006 2:00 PM
Invocation
Department:
Caption:Reverend Sharon Watkins, Pastor Aldersgate United
Methodist Church.
Background:
Analysis:
Financial Impact:
Alternatives:
Recommendation:
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Clerk of Commission
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11/21/2006 2:00 PM
ARC Library
Department:
Caption:Board of Trustees Augusta-Richmond County Public
Library. RE: Presentation/Update on new headquarters with
design plan.
Background:
Analysis:
Financial Impact:
Alternatives:
Recommendation:
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Clerk of Commission
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11/21/2006 2:00 PM
Georgia Forestry Commission
Department:
Caption:Mr. Steve Abbott, Georgia Forestry Commission. RE:
Annual report FY2005/2006
Background:
Analysis:
Financial Impact:
Alternatives:
Recommendation:
Funds are
Available in the
Following
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REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Clerk of Commission
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11/21/2006 2:00 PM
ARC RETIREES:
Department:
Caption:Mr. Ronnie Joyner, Richmond County Sheriff's Office, 1982-
2001; Mr. Jimmy Whitaker, Public Services Department,
1990-2006; Mr. David Pugh, Augusta Utilities Department,
1969-2006.
Background:
Analysis:
Financial Impact:
Alternatives:
Recommendation:
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
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Clerk of Commission
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11/21/2006 2:00 PM
Augusta Convention & Visitors Bureau
Department:
Caption:Augusta Champions for their efforts to bring visitors to
Augusta through a convention, family reunion or sporting
event and for working with the ACVB; Presentation of the
Direct Visitor Spending generated by the visitors.
Background:
Analysis:
Financial Impact:
Alternatives:
Recommendation:
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Clerk of Commission
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11/21/2006 2:00 PM
Employee of the Month Award
Department:
Caption:Mr. Glenn Dukes, Augusta Public Services Department.
Background:
Analysis:
Financial Impact:
Alternatives:
Recommendation:
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Clerk of Commission
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11/21/2006 2:00 PM
Planning Commission
Department:Planning Commission
Caption:FINAL PLAT – POWELL RUN – S-753 – A request for
concurrence with the Augusta-Richmond County Planning
Commission to APPROVE a petition by H. Lawson Graham
and Associates, on behalf of Oscar Hugh Barrow, requesting
final plat for Powell Run Subdivision. This residential
subdivision is located on Lewis Road, west of Powell Road
and contains 16 lots. (Reviewing agency approval 10-27-06)
Background:
Analysis:
Financial Impact:
Alternatives:
Recommendation:
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Clerk of Commission
Commission Meeting Agenda
11/21/2006 2:00 PM
Planning Commission
Department:Planning Commission
Caption:FINAL PLAT – WEST WHEELER TOWNHOMES,
SECTION V – S-726-V – A request for concurrence with the
Augusta-Richmond County Planning Commission to
APPROVE a petition by Southern Partners Inc., on behalf of
ATC Development Co., requesting final plat approval for
West Wheeler Townhomes, Section V. This residential
subdivision is located on West Wheeler Parkway, south of
the right-of-way of Dorado Drive and contains 28 lots.
Background:
Analysis:
Financial Impact:
Alternatives:
Recommendation:
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Clerk of Commission
Commission Meeting Agenda
11/21/2006 2:00 PM
Planning Commission
Department:Planning Commission
Caption:Z-06-117 – A request for concurrence with the Augusta-
Richmond County Planning Commission to APPROVE with
the condition that 1 through 3 of the 4 zoning conditions
placed on the property in 1989 zoning case be eliminated; a
petition Patrick J. Rice, Attorney, on behalf of FTD, LLC,
requesting an elimination of three of the four conditions
placed on two earlier rezonings to Zone R-3B (Multiple-
family Residential) which was Z-89-136 and Zone P-1
(Professional) which was Z-89-137 affecting property on
property that is part of Tax Map 018 Parcel 068.01. The P-1
portion of the property is located approximately 190 feet
west of Stanley Drive and being 1,020 feet, more or less,
south of Washington Road. The R-3B portion of the property
is located approximately 400 feet west of Stanley Drive and
being 1,370 feet, more or less, south of Washington Road.
(Part of Tax Map 018 Parcel 068-01) DISTRICT 7
Background:
Analysis:
Financial Impact:
Alternatives:
Recommendation:
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Clerk of Commission
Commission Meeting Agenda
11/21/2006 2:00 PM
Planning Commission
Department:Planning Commission
Caption:Z-06-118 – A request for concurrence with the Augusta-
Richmond County Planning Commission to APPROVE with
the condition that the petitioner/owner does not seek any
variances from the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance for
Augusta-Richmond County; a petition by Tamiko Williams,
on behalf of Lynne Wisner, requesting a change of zoning
from Zone R-1A (One-family Residential) to Zone P-1
(Professional) affecting property that contains .61 acres and
is known under the present numbering system as 1903
Bungalow Road. (Tax Map 086-3 Parcel 042) DISTRICT 2
Background:
Analysis:
Financial Impact:
Alternatives:
Recommendation:
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Clerk of Commission
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11/21/2006 2:00 PM
Planning Commission
Department:Planning Commission
Caption:Z-06-121 – A request for concurrence with the Augusta-
Richmond County Planning Commission to APPROVE a
petition by David Thompson requesting a change of zoning
from Zone A (Agriculture) to Zone B-2 (General Business)
affecting property that contains approximately 1.29 acres and
is known under the present numbering system as 3874
Wrightsboro Road (Tax Map 039 Parcel 076) DISTRICT 3
Background:
Analysis:
Financial Impact:
Alternatives:
Recommendation:
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Clerk of Commission
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11/21/2006 2:00 PM
Planning Commission
Department:Planning Commission
Caption:Z-06-122 – A request for concurrence with the Augusta-
Richmond County Planning Commission to APPROVE a
petition by Jonathan Marshall, on behalf of Marshall and
Turner Properties LLC, requesting a change of zoning from
Zone R-1B (One-family Residential) to Zone R-1D (One-
family Residential) affecting property that contains .20 acres
and is known under the present numbering system as 1927
Maryland Avenue. (Tax Map 056-2 Parcel 048) DISTRICT 2
Background:
Analysis:
Financial Impact:
Alternatives:
Recommendation:
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Clerk of Commission
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11/21/2006 2:00 PM
Planning Commission
Department:Planning Commission
Caption:FINAL PLAT – AYLESBURY COMMONS, PHASE I – S-
710 – A request for concurrence with the Augusta-Richmond
County Planning Commission to APPROVE a petition by
George L. Godman and Associates, on behalf of LPB
Properties, Inc., requesting final plat approval for Aylesbury
Commons, Phase I. This residential subdivision is located off
Belair Road at Burdette Drive and containing 52 lots.
Background:
Analysis:
Financial Impact:
Alternatives:
Recommendation:
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Clerk of Commission
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11/21/2006 2:00 PM
Planning Commission
Department:Planning Commission
Caption:FINAL PLAT – CREEKSIDE AT THE RESERVES – S-727
– A request for concurrence with the Augusta-Richmond
County Planning Commission to APPROVE a petition by
James G. Swift and Associates, on behalf of Peter Budwick
& William A. Eisele, requesting final plat approval for
Creekside at the Reserves. This residential subdivision is
located on Reserve Lane, adjacent to the Reserves at Stevens
Creek.
Background:
Analysis:
Financial Impact:
Alternatives:
Recommendation:
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Clerk of Commission
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11/21/2006 2:00 PM
Planning Commission
Department:Planning Commission
Caption:FINAL PLAT – MAGNOLIA VILLAS, PHASE I – S-694-I
– A request for concurrence with the Augusta-Richmond
County Planning Commission to APPROVE a petition by
Southern Land Surveyors, on behalf of Paul McElmurray,
requesting final plat approval for Magnolia Villas, Phase I.
This residential subdivision is located Roy Road at the
terminus and containing 32 lots.
Background:
Analysis:
Financial Impact:
Alternatives:
Recommendation:
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Clerk of Commission
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11/21/2006 2:00 PM
Planning Commission
Department:Planning Commission
Caption:FINAL PLAT – MAYO TOWNHOMES, PHASE I – S-708-
I – A request for concurrence with the Augusta-Richmond
County Planning Commission to APPROVE a petition by H.
Lawson Graham and Associates, Inc., on behalf of Gene
Vintson, requesting final plat approval for Mayo
Townhomes, Phase I. This residential subdivision is located
on Dennis Road, north of Stevens Creek Road and contains
10 lots.
Background:
Analysis:
Financial Impact:
Alternatives:
Recommendation:
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Clerk of Commission
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11/21/2006 2:00 PM
Planning Commission
Department:Planning Commission
Caption:FINAL PLAT - Request for concurrence with the Augusta-
Richmond County Planning Commission to APPROVE
pursuant to Section 202 (D), a petition by Lucien Williams
requesting approval to subdivide 3.51 acres into a total of
five (5) lots at 606 Milledge Road. (Tax map 034-2 Parcel
048)
Background:
Analysis:
Financial Impact:
Alternatives:
Recommendation:
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Clerk of Commission
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11/21/2006 2:00 PM
Planning Commission
Department:Planning Commission
Caption:Z-06-115 – A request for concurrence with the Augusta-
Richmond County Planning Commission to APPROVE with
the condition that the tower be a 150 foot monopole; a
petition by T Mobile South LLC, on behalf of Concord Hill
Investments, requesting a Special Exception to establish a
Telecommunication Tower per Section 28-A of the
Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance for Augusta-Richmond
County affecting property that contains approximately .23
acres and is located approximately 1.5 miles west of
Richmond Hill Road and approximately 1,500 feet south of
Bobby Jones Expressway. (Part of Tax Map 108 Parcel 058)
DISTRICT 5
Background:
Analysis:
Financial Impact:
Alternatives:
Recommendation:
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Clerk of Commission
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11/21/2006 2:00 PM
Planning Commission
Department:Planning Commission
Caption:Z-06-116 - A request for concurrence with the Augusta-
Richmond County Planning Commission to APPROVE a
petition by Patrick J. Rice, Attorney, on behalf of Berckman
Residential Properties LLC; FTD, LLC; Berckman Corner,
LLC; Whiddon Family Properties, LLC, et al, requesting a
Special Exception to establish public parking per Section 8-2
(b), Section 17-2 (a) and Section 20-1 (j) of the
Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance for Augusta-Richmond
County affecting property comprising three land tracts
containing multiple tax parcels as described below: Tract A
is located on the northwest right-of-way line of Berckmans
Road, 200 feet, more or less, west of Washington Road;
Tract B is located where the south right-of-way line of Heath
Drive intersects with the northwest right-of-way line of
Berckmans Road; Tract C is located where the southwest
right-of-way line of Stanley Drive intersects the northwest
right-of-way line of Heath Drive. (Tax Maps 013, 018, and
019, Multiple Parcels) ALL PARCELS ARE LOCATED IN
DISTRICT 7
Background:
Analysis:
Financial Impact:
Alternatives:
Recommendation:
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Clerk of Commission
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11/21/2006 2:00 PM
Alcohol License Application
Department:License & Inspections
Caption:Motion to approve a request by William Jenkins for an
extension of time to purchase the Alcohol license for
Southside Restaurant & Lounge located at 2083 Old
Savannah Rd. There will be Dance. District 2. Super District
9.(Approved by Public Services Committee November 13,
2006)
Background:The applicant was approved for an alcohol license at the May
16, 2006 Commission Meeting.
Analysis:The applicant meets the requirements of the Augusta
Richmond County Alcohol Ordinance.
Financial Impact:There will be no finanical impact.
Alternatives:
Recommendation:License & Inspections recommends approval. The RCSD
recommends approval.
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Administrator.
Clerk of Commission
Commission Meeting Agenda
11/21/2006 2:00 PM
Alcohol License Application
Department:License & Inspections
Caption:Motion to approve a request by Chong Ae Park for a retail
package Beer & Wine license to be used in connection with
C & J Co. located at 1377 Wrightsboro Rd. District 1. Super
District 9. (Approved by Public Services Committee
November 13, 2006)
Background:This is a new ownership application this locationwas
formerly in the name of Soon Malsch.
Analysis:The applicant meets the requirements of the Augusta
Richmond County Alcohol Ordinance.
Financial Impact:The applicant will pay a pro-rated fee of $550.00.
Alternatives:
Recommendation:License & Inspections recommends approval. The RCSD
recommends approval.
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Administrator.
Clerk of Commission
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11/21/2006 2:00 PM
Massage Application
Department:License & Inspections
Caption:Motion to approve a request by Susan Lee for a Therapeutic
Massage License to be used on an Outcall basis. This Outcall
license will be used in connection with Touch
Communication Therapeutic Massage located at 4361 Quail
Creek Rd, Martinez, Ga. Districts 1 thru 8. Super District 9 &
10. (Approved by Public Services Committee November 13,
2006)
Background:The applicant had a license with Augusta Richmond County
at 1944 Walton Way. The license was closed out in 2006.
The applicant also has a current Columbia County license
Analysis:The applicant meets the requirements of the Augusta
Richmond County Ordinance regulating Therapeutic
Massage.
Financial Impact:The applicant will pay the regultory fee of $100.00.
Alternatives:
Recommendation:License & Inspections recommends approval. The RCSD
recommends approval.
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Administrator.
Clerk of Commission
Commission Meeting Agenda
11/21/2006 2:00 PM
New Savannah Road Social Services
Department:Housing & Community Development Department
Caption:Motion to approve the Amendments to New Savannah Road
Social Services, Inc. Community Development Block Grant.
Background:On August 16, 2005, the Commission awarded a $25,000
CDBG grant to New Savannah Road Social Services, Inc.
This agency is located in the Bethlehem neighborhood and
provides several programs for youth and seniors that include
tutoring, computer classes, and recreational activities. This is
a first-time award to this agency and they have not been
successful in expending their funds within the 12-month
period as designated in the agreement with the City. The
agreement expired July 17, 2006, and the status of funds are
a follows: Grant $25,000.00 Funds Expended-to-Date $
2,789.72 Balance $22,210.28 Because this is a first-time
award, staff has been working with the agency and advised
them to request an extension of their agreement and
relinquish any funds that could not be used by December 31,
2006. As a result, the department and the agency have
mutually agreed to following revisions to the existing
agreement: 1. Extend the agreement to December 31, 2006.
2. Delete the First-time Offenders Program with a budget of
$5,000 from the agreement. 3. Add the above $5,000 to the
Computer budget line item resulting in a total of $7,000
being available for computers. 4. Decrease the
Salaries/Stipends budget line item from $12,000 to
$2,609.12. 5. Allow the agency to forfeit $9,390.88 of the
grant. This will leave a reduced grant of $15,609.12. (SEE
ATTACHMENT FOR BUDGET AMENDMENT)
Analysis:Extending the agreement and revising the budget will enable
the agency to expend the funds.
Financial Impact:
The original grant to the agency was $25,000. They are
requesting that this grant be reduced to $15,609.12. This will
leave a balance of $9,390.88, which the City can use for
other projects.
Alternatives:None recommended
Recommendation:Approve the Amendments to the New Savannah Road Social
Services which will cover 1) reducing the grant to
$15,609.12, 2) extending the agreement to December 31,
2006 and 3) change the budget line items for the First
Offenders Program, salary and computers.
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
CDBG Project #04068
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Finance.
Administrator.
Clerk of Commission
Housing and Community Development
925 Laney-Walker Boulevard, Augusta, GA 30901
(706) 821-1797 – Fax (706) 821-1784
www.augustaga.gov
NEW SAVANNAH ROAD SOCIAL SERVICES
BUDGET AMENDMENT
Budget Categories
Current Amount
Budget Changes
+ or -
New Proposed Budget
Amounts
Salaries & Stipends 12,000 -9,390.88 2,609.12
Computers 2,000 +5,000 7,000
Office Supplies 1,000 0 1,000
Scholarships 2,000 0 2,000
Education Supplies 1,000 0 1,000
Educational Field Trips
(admission fees & gas)
2,000 0 2,000
First Time Offenders Program 5,000 -5,000 0.00
TOTAL $25,000.00 $9,390.88 $15,609.12
Commission Meeting Agenda
11/21/2006 2:00 PM
Olde Town Historic Preservation Designation
Department:Augusta-Richmond County Planning Commission
Caption:Motion to approve the recommendations from the Historic
Preservation Commission to designate Olde Town as a Local
Historic District.
Background:The Augusta Code at 7-4-12 through 7-4-15 provides a
process for designation of local historic districts. The Olde
Town Neighborhood Association requested that the Historic
Preservarion Commission (HPC) consider such designation
for the Olde Town Neighborhood in July 2006. That process
was initiated by the HPC in August when a moratorium was
declared by the Augusta Commission. Surveys were then
conducted and the notification process began in October. A
Public Hearing was held on October 26 at which time many
residents voiced the opinion that Augusta's oldest
neighborhood needs the protection provided by Historic
status. The HPC passed the enclosed resolution in favor of
the designation and offers the enclosed Ordinance for your
consideration.
Analysis:The neighborhood, which is currently a National Register
district, certainly qualifies for protection, and it has strong
neighborhood support. Assurance have been given by the
HPC and the leaders of the Neighborhood Association that
they would not be over zealous in their approach to the
portions of the neighborhood where property owners may not
be able to afford repairs or improvements that strictly
conform to the Guidelines. Designation would prevent
demolitions or developments that would change the character
of Olde Town, and sustain the improvements made in that
neighborhood in the last 20 years.
Financial Impact:
No significant expenditures would be required. Tax revenue
would probably increase as a result of the protection. It could
result in a hardship in isolated situations for residents.
Alternatives:Approve, deny, or remand back to the HPC to resolve
differences.
Recommendation:Approve.
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Clerk of Commission
ORDINANCE
AN ORDINANCE TO DESIGNATE CERTAIN PROPERTY IN THE CITY OF
AUGUSTA AS A HISTORIC PROPERTY, TO DESCRIBE THE HISTORIC PROPERTY,
TO SET FORTH THE NAMES OF THE OWNERS OF THE HISTORIC PROPERTY, TO
REQUIRE THAT A CERTIFICATE OF APPROPIATENESS BE OBTAINED BEFORE
THE CITY OF AUGUSTA HISTORIC PRESEREVATION COMMISSION PRIOR TO
ANY MATERIAL CHANGE IN THE APPEARANCE OF THE DESIGNATED
PROPERTY, TO REQUIRE THAT THE PROPERTY BE IDENTIFIED AS A HISTORIC
PROPERTY ON THE OFFICIAL ZONING MAP OF AUGUSTA-RICHMOND COUNTY,
GEORGIA PURSUANT TO THE CITY OF AUGUSTA HISTORIC PRESERVATION
ORDINANCE, ORDINANCE NO. 5648 ADOPTED FEBRUARY 3, 1992 BY THE CITY
COUNCIL OF AUGUSTA, GEORGIA.
THE AUGUSTA COMMISSION OF AUGUSTA GEORGIA HEREBY ORDAINS:
SECTION I. That the following described property be designated a historic district pursuant to the City of
Augusta Historic Preservation Ordinance, Ordinance 5648:
Beginning at a point being at the intersection of the Savannah River with the Gordon
Highway, being the point of beginning; running generally south along the right-of-way of
the Gordon Highway, approximately 2900 feet to a point at the intersection of Gordon
Highway and Watkins Street; running generally south along the right-of-way of the Gordon
Highway approximately 740 feet to a point at the intersection of the Gordon Highway and
Walton Way; turning and running east approximately 1260 feet to the intersection of Walton
Way and Lincoln (3rd) Street; turning and running south approximately 2140 feet to the
intersection of Lincoln (3rd) Street and Laney-Walker Boulevard; turning and running east
approximately 1660 feet to a point on Houston Street adjacent to the rear of a city cemetery
which fronts on Watkins Street; turning and running east approximately 1040 feet to a point
at the intersection of East Boundary adjacent to the rear line of the property known as # 1
Taylor Street; turning and running north approximately 3900 feet to a point at the Savannah
River and the intersection of an imaginary line which is a northward extension of East
Boundary; turning and running west along the Savannah River approximately 2800 feet to
the point of beginning.
SECTION II. That the following is the list of the owners of the designated properties as shown on the
official tax records:
SECTION III. That compliance with Code Section 7-4 entitled “Historic Preservation” shall be required
within the area described in Section I of this Ordinance.
SECTION IV. That the properties described herein be identified as a local historic district on the official
zoning maps of Augusta-Richmond County, Georgia.
SECTION V. That all Ordinances or parts of Ordinances in conflict with this Ordinance are hereby repealed.
Done in Open Meeting under the Common Seal thereof this ____ day of ______________, 2006.
ATTEST:
__________________________________ ____________________________________
Clerk of Commission Mayor, City of Augusta Richmond County
RESOLUTION
A RESOLUTON TO THE AUGUSTA-RICHMOND COUNTY COMMISSION THAT
OLDE TOWN (AKA PINCHED GUT) BE DESIGNATED A LOCAL HISTORIC
DISTRIUCT PURSUANT TO THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION ORDINANCE,
ORDINANCE NUMBER 5648 ADOPTED FEBRUARY 3, 1993.
WHEREAS, the Historic Preservation Commission initiated the designation
process for a proposed Olde Town Local Historic District on September 28, 2006.
WHEREAS, the Historic Preservation Commission has prepared a report including
a physical description, statement of significance, location map, and representative
photographs of the proposed downtown historic district.
WHEREAS, on October 26, 2006, at 6:30 P.M. in the Augusta-Richmond County
Municipal Building, the Historic Preservation Commission held a public hearing on the
proposed historic district designation.
WHEREAS, during the public hearing information was presented on the proposed
historic district and the impact of such a designation, questions were answered regarding
the Preservation Commission and the designation, and comments were received both for
and against the designation.
WHEREAS, at its regular meeting on October 26, 2006 the Historic Preservation
Commission, a quorum being present, evaluated the information and comments received at
the public hearing and through the mail regarding the designation, debated the merits of the
designation, and concluded by voting to recommend that Olde Town be designated as a
local historic district under the Augusta-Richmond County Historic Preservation
Ordinance.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Historic Preservation
Commission hereby recommends that Olde Town, the boundaries of which are more fully
described in the attached draft ordinance, be established as a local historic district pursuant
to the Augusta-Richmond County Historic Preservation Ordinance, Ordinance Number
5648 adopted February 3, 1993.
This 26th day of October, 2006.
___________________________________________
CHAIRMAN, CITY OF AUGUSTA
HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
ATTEST:
______________________________________
SECRETARY, CITY OF AUGUSTA
HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
Commission Meeting Agenda
11/21/2006 2:00 PM
Petition for Retirement of Mr. William Manecke
Department:Human Resources
Caption:Motion to approve Retirement of Mr. William Manecke
under the 1949 Pension Plan.
Background:Under the 1949 Pension Plan, Sheriff and Fire Department
Employees can voluntarily retire at the age of 55 at the
completion 25 years of service. Other employees can
voluntarily retire at the age of 60 at the completion of 25
years of service. Amount of Retirement Benefit: The
participant is to receive a monthly retirement benefit of an
amount equal to (a) 2.15% of the participants average
earnings multiplied by the number of months of such credited
service (up to a limit of 360 months), plus (b) 1.5% of the
participants average earnings multiplied by the number of
months of such credited service in excess of the 360 month
limit. Payment of Retirement Benefit: The retirement benefit
payable in the event of normal retirement shall be payable on
the first day of each month.
Analysis:Mr. William Manecke (age 57) is currently a Lieutenant with
the Sheriff’s Office. Mr. Manecke was hired on November
23, 1970; he joined the 49 Pension Plan on November 23,
1970. Mr. Manecke meets both the age and years of service
requirements of the 49 Plan. His proposed retirement date is
January 1, 2007. The normal retirement benefit payable to
Mr. Manecke will be $3,456 per month (Life Only).
Financial Impact:Funds are available in the 49 Pension Plan. Employee has
contributed 5% of his salary towards his retirement since
November 23, 1970.
Alternatives:Do not approve Retirement of Mr. William Manecke under
the 1949 Pension Plan.
Recommendation:Approve Retirement of Mr. William Manecke under the 1949
Pension Plan.
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Finance.
Administrator.
Clerk of Commission
Commission Meeting Agenda
11/21/2006 2:00 PM
Transfer of funds from 215 to 216
Department:Augusta 9-1-1 Communication Center
Caption:Motion to approve transfer of funds from Wireless Fund
Reserve to E911 Regular Fund. (Approved by Public Safety
Committee November 13, 2006)
Background:The Augusta 9-1-1 center requests approval for the transfer
of $45,000.00 from the Wireless Fund Reserve to the regular
operating E911 Fund. This funding will be used to purchase
replacement computers for the console workstations. These
console workstation computers access the computer-aided
dispatch system, the radio interface system, and other related
software applications that provide essential functions for the
delivery of 911 services. The current computers have been in
operation 24 hours a day, seven days a week since the early
part of 2005 and we are currently experiencing computer
malfunctions associated with this extreme level of use.
Information Technology agrees that the environment these
systems are subject to mandates replacement on an
alternative schedule to normal office type computers.
Analysis:The Augusta 9-1-1 Center has requested pricing through the
Information Technology Department for replacement of
computers, which were not budgeted in the regular budget.
There are sufficient funds in the Wireless Fund Reserve
account to allow for this transfer to cover this cost.
Financial Impact:Transfer of $45,000.00 from Wireless Fund Reserve Account
Alternatives:1. Approve this request 2. Do not approve this request
Recommendation:Approve this transfer as requested
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
Wireless Fund Reserve
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Finance.
Administrator.
Clerk of Commission
Commission Meeting Agenda
11/21/2006 2:00 PM
Jennifer Rucker
Department:Clerk of Commission
Caption:Consider a tax appeal from Jennifer Rucker regarding Peach
Orchard Plaza, 2708 Peach Orchard Road. (Map 098-3-245-
00-0) (No recommendation from Finance Committee
November 13, 2006)
Background:
Analysis:
Financial Impact:
Alternatives:
Recommendation:
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Clerk of Commission
Commission Meeting Agenda
11/21/2006 2:00 PM
Request to abate tax accounts for City owned property
Department:Tax Commissioner's Office - North Williamson, Chief
Deputy Tax Commissioner
Caption:Motion to approve the abatement of tax accounts on City
property. (Approved by Finance Committee November 13,
2006)
Background:These are properties that have been acquired by the City and
any taxes collected have been credited.
Analysis:N/A
Financial Impact:$6,790.44 (Details being submitted in attachment)
Alternatives:None
Recommendation:Abate the accounts.
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Finance.
Administrator.
Clerk of Commission
Tax Commissioner’s Office
Attachment to Agenda Item
November 13, 2006
Finance Committee Agenda
Tax Accounts to be abated on City Owned Property:
Map & Parcel Year Amount
040-0-092-03-0 2002 $ 58.55
046-2-141-00-0 2005 $ 325.17
143-0-425-00-0 2001 $ 15.50
214-0-168-00-0 2002 $ 54.96
046-4-085-00-0 2005 $ 87.22
047-1-200-00-0 2005 $ 370.72
070-4-013-00-0 2005 $ 277.45
070-4-014-00-0 2005 $ 61.72
070-4-015-00-0 2005 $ 61.72
070—4-019-00-0 2005 $ 110.06
070-4-021-00-0 2005 $ 66.85
070-4-041-00-0 2004 $ 53.75
097-1-090-00-0 1999-2004 $3,086.16
059-3-517-00-0 1999-2001 $ 860.09
2003-2006 $1,300.52
TOTAL: $6,790.44
Commission Meeting Agenda
11/21/2006 2:00 PM
Request to abate tax accounts in name of Land Bank Authority
Department:Tax Commissioner's Office - North Williamson, Chief
Deputy Tax Commissioner
Caption:Motion to approve a request to have tax accounts in the name
of the Land Bank abated. (Approved by Finance Comnmittee
November 13, 2006)
Background:These properties have been acquired by the Land Bank and
they have requested that these accounts be abated based on
their qualifying for exempt status.
Analysis:N/A
Financial Impact:1125 Davis St. 2006 taxes $123.88 1425 James Brown Blvd.
2006 taxes 123.88 1820 Grand Blvd 2006 taxes 24.30 177
Dan Bowles Rd 2005-2006 taxes 696.92 1762 M L King
Blvd 1999-2006 taxes 943.42 TOTAL: $1,912.40
Alternatives:Require Land Bank to pay accounts.
Recommendation:If the Land Bank is exempt, then the accounts should be
abated.
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Finance.
Administrator.
Clerk of Commission
Commission Meeting Agenda
11/21/2006 2:00 PM
Request to abate tax balance on Map 179, Parcel 3.10
Department:Tax Commissioner's Office - North Williamson, Chief
Deputy
Caption:Motion to approve a request to abate balance of 2006 taxes
on Map 179, Parcel 3.10. (Approved by Finance Committee
November 13, 2006)
Background:This parcel was obtained by the City, and the seller's share of
the taxes has been paid. The balance of $83.35 should be
abated.
Analysis:
Financial Impact:$83.35
Alternatives:None
Recommendation:Abate the account
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
N/A
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Finance.
Administrator.
Clerk of Commission
Commission Meeting Agenda
11/21/2006 2:00 PM
Request to abate taxes on City Property
Department:Tax Commissioner's Office - North Williamson, Chief
Deputy
Caption:Motion to approve a request that the Committee abate taxes
due on Map 42-4, Parcel 2, now in the name of Augusta.
(Approved by Finance Committee November 13, 2006)
Background:This is the recreation and swimming pool area of Valley Park
Subdivision. The City has absorbed this area effective 2005.
At the time, taxes were outstanding for the years 2003, 2004
and 2005.
Analysis:
Financial Impact:$1,695.79
Alternatives:None
Recommendation:Abate the account.
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
N/A
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Finance.
Administrator.
Clerk of Commission
Commission Meeting Agenda
11/21/2006 2:00 PM
Run Off Election Funding
Department:Clerk of Commission
Caption:Motion to approve additional funding for Dec. 5, 2006 Run-
Off Election in the amount of $80,100. (Approved by
Finance Committee November 13, 2006)
Background:
Analysis:
Financial Impact:
Alternatives:
Recommendation:
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Clerk of Commission
Commission Meeting Agenda
11/21/2006 2:00 PM
214 Magnolia Avenue
Department:Clerk of Commission
Caption:Motion to approve the transfer of 214 Magnolia Avenue to
Land Bank Authority. (Approved by Engineering Services
Committee November 13, 2006)
Background:
Analysis:
Financial Impact:
Alternatives:
Recommendation:
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Clerk of Commission
Commission Meeting Agenda
11/21/2006 2:00 PM
Application for Service from the New Savannah Bluff Lock and Dam Management Fund
Department:Utilities Department
Caption:Motion to approve an Application for Service from the New
Savannah Bluff Lock and Dam Management Fund and
authorization of payment to that fund in the amount of
$100,000.00 per year for 2007, 2008, and 2009. (Approved
by Engineering Services Committee November 13, 2006)
Background:
Attached is a copy of an Application of Augusta, Georgia for
service from the New Savannah Bluff Lock and Dam
Management Fund established by the City of North Augusta.
Also attached is a copy of a Resolution in support for the
New Savannah Bluff Lock and Dam adopted on August 16,
2005 by the Augusta Commission. As stated in the
resolution, Augusta was once again memorializing its
support for the New Savannah Bluff Lock and Dam. Also
attached is a copy of a letter from Mayor Young to Mr. M.J.
Yuschishin of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers dated June
5, 2001 wherein the Mayor expresses the support of the
disposition of the New Savannah Bluff Lock and Dam in the
manner outlined in a letter from Mr. Yuschishin dated May
9, 2001 to Mayor Young. A copy of that letter together with
a copy of the ADDENDUM and FINDING OF NO
SIGNIFICANT IMPACTS was sent by the Mayor as a
Memorandum dated May 11, 2001 to all the Commissioners
for their review. A copy of that Memorandum with the letter
is attached. Please note that in the Water Resources
Development Act of 2000, Congress authorized the U.S.
Army Corps of Engineers to rehabilitate the New Savannah
Bluff Lock and Dam, construct a fish passage feature, and
then transfer the Project to North Augusta and Aiken County
to operate and maintain. The total cost of the repairs and
rehabilitation is estimated at $6,814,000.00 and the cost of
the fish passage feature is estimated at $5,500,000.00. The
Federal Government will bear the total cost for these items.
The City of North Augusta has established the New
Savannah Bluff Lock and Dam Management Enterprise Fund
for the purpose of handling expenses and receiving revenues
associated with the management of the lock and dam.
Attached are copies of both a letter dated October 5, 2006
from the North Augusta City Administrator, Charles Martin,
to Fred Russell, Augusta Administrator and of the North
Augusta Ordinance number 2006-10 which establishes the
Enterprise Fund. Please note that Augusta is designated as a
Class I-Government customer and that Augusta is
responsible for 30% of the operations, maintenance, and
capital costs associated with operating and maintaining the
facility once it is turned over to the local sponsor-North
Augusta and Aiken County. Please note that Section 14-190
of the Ordinance establishes a Contingency Account with an
initial funding of $1,000,000.00. The funding would be in
three (3) equal installments due in January of 2007, 2008,
and 2009. Augusta’s portion would be $300,000.00 total with
$100,000.00 paid in January of 2007, 2008, and 2009. This
would be funded from the Utilities Department. The last
attachment to this agenda item is a copy of Appendix D-2
from the Corps of Engineers’ Section 216 Disposition Study
of the New Savannah Bluff Lock and Dam dated September
8, 2000. This Appendix is a summary of the Estimated
Annual Average cost for the Operation and Maintenance and
the Future Recommended Repair and Rehabilitation. Please
note that the local share is $282,256.00. Augusta’s share of
that would be $84,676.80 per year. These estimates represent
an annualized average of costs that would occur at different
times and not on an “annual average” basis. This does give
us an estimate of $85,000.00 to $100,000.00 per year that
Augusta would contribute to the operation and maintenance
of the project in the future.
Analysis:Approval of the Application for service from the New
Savannah Bluff Lock and Dam Management Fund and
authorization of payment to that fund in the amount of
$100,000.00 per year for 2007, 2008, and 2009 will provide
for Augusta’s participation in the operation and maintenance
of this important feature on the Savannah River. The New
Savannah Bluff Lock and Dam structure creates the Augusta
Pool. The Augusta Utilities Department withdraws water
from that pool for treatment at the new Hicks Plant on
Tobacco Road. The Augusta Marina is located on the
Augusta Pool. College rowing teams, local rowing teams,
and drag boat racing events use the Augusta Pool for practice
and for popular drag boat racing events. The Augusta Pool
provides aesthetic and financial benefits to Augusta.
Financial Impact:$100,000.00 per year for 2007, 2008, and 2009 will provide
the $300,000.00 for Augusta’s share of the initial
contingency fund. The amount in future years is estimated to
be in the range of $85,000.00 to $100,000.00 annually. All
funding for Augusta’s share of the operation and
Maintenance will come from the Augusta Utilities
Department. Upon approval of this agenda item an account
number will be established and $100,000.00 will be added to
the 2007 Budget of the Utilities Department.
Alternatives:None recommended.
Recommendation:Approve the Application for Service from the New Savannah
Bluff Lock and Dam Management Fund and authorize
payment to that Fund in the amount of $100,000.00 per year
for 2007, 2008, and 2009 from the Augusta Utilities
Department.
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
Account will be established subsequent to the approval of
this agenda item.
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Finance.
Administrator.
Clerk of Commission
APPLICATION
Application of Augusta, Georgia
Name of government
For service from the New Savannah Bluff Lock and Dam Management Fund
As a Class I (Government) user of the Savannah River my government recognizes the importance of the
proper operation and maintenance of the New Savannah Bluff Lock and Dam, thereby maintaining the
“Augusta Pool” reservoir in such a manner and at such a level that my government may use the Augusta
Pool for the purpose of: (check all that apply)
____ Withdrawing Water for Industrial/Commercial Water Use
X Withdrawing Raw Water for Potable Purposes
____ Discharge of Treated Waste Effluent
To that end Augusta, Georgia
Name of government
understands that it has an obligation to share in the costs and will be billed for a portion thereof associated
with the operation, maintenance, reserves (contingency account), and capital expenses of the New
Savannah Bluff Lock and Dam. The billing shall be based on a percentage of the annual operating budget
for the lock and dam as adopted annually by the City Council for the City of North Augusta in its
management of the New Savannah Bluff Lock and Dam Management Enterprise Fund and in accordance
with Chapter 14, article VII of the Code of Law for the City of North Augusta.
It is also acknowledged that in accepting this application North Augusta nor Aiken County offer any
guarantee as to the operations of the New Savannah Bluff Lock and am or the maintenance of any certain
water levels within the Augusta Pool Reservoir.
This application is submitted on ______________________________.
(Date)
___________________________________
Signature of Authorized Representative
___________________________________
Typed Name of Authorized Representative
__________________________________
Title of Authorized Representative
Commission Meeting Agenda
11/21/2006 2:00 PM
Crane Ferry Road Speed Humps Removal
Department:Abie L. Ladson, P.E., Interim Director Engineering
Department
Caption:Motion to direct the Traffic Engineering Section of the
Engineering Department to remove the temporary speed
humps and associated signage along Crane Ferry Road.
(Approved by Engineering Servcies Committee November
13, 2006)
Background:This section of Crane Ferry Road is a two-lane residential
street that generally runs between Warren Road and Pleasant
Home Road and serves as a primary ingress and egress to the
Montclair subdivision. During reconstruction of Warren
Road, which also serves as a primary ingress/egress to the
Montclair subdivision, it was necessary to close the portion
of Warren Road between Crane Ferry Road and Washington
Road for a period of two years. Subsequently, through traffic
along Warren Road was redirected onto Crane Ferry Road
resulting in an increase in traffic volumes along same. To
address this increase in traffic volumes, in 2004, the
Augusta-Richmond County Commission directed the
Engineering Department to install temporary speed humps
along Crane Ferry Road as a traffic calming measure until
the reconstruction of Warren Road was complete.
Analysis:1) Reconstruction of Warren Road is complete and Warren
Road is open to traffic. 2) The speed humps were installed as
a temporary measure and not intended as permanent
installations. 3) The speed humps in place are approaching
the end of their useful lives and are becoming detached from
the pavement. 4) Further deterioration of the existing speed
humps may result in a hazardous condition and potential
liability.
Financial Impact:
Removal of the speed humps will be performed by Traffic
Engineering personnel; costs incurred during removal will
only result from employee salaries. Repair of pavement
damage resulting from the installation and removal of the
speed hump may only be assessed after removal but would
likely be of a scale that can be repaired using existing
Augusta-Richmond County personnel and assets. Total cost
of removal and repair, including labor at estimated at less
than $1,500.
Alternatives:1) Approve directive for Traffic Engineering personnel to
remove the temporary speed humps along Crane Ferry Road.
2) Do not approve and funds will need to be identified for
future repair and/or replacement.
Recommendation:Approve alternative one
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
276-04-1610-5414410 ___
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Finance.
Administrator.
Clerk of Commission
Commission Meeting Agenda
11/21/2006 2:00 PM
Street Lights Poles & Fixtures - Bid # 06-173
Department:Abie L. Ladson, P.E., Interim Director Engineering
Department
Caption:Motion to approve a request from the Engineering
Department to award bid item #06-173 to GE Supply in the
amount of $97,299.02 for street light poles and fixtures
replacements/repairs in the urban areas of Augusta for a
period of one year. This is contingent upon adoption of this
item. Funds are available in the street light budget account
number 276-04-1610-5414410. (Approved by Engineering
Services Committee November 13, 2006)
Background:This is an annual bid process.
Analysis:The Procurement Department conducted the bid opening
process on October 10, 2006. The proposals were evaluated
and were as follows: • GE Supply Company $97,299.02 • E.
Sam Jones NB
Financial Impact:Funds are available in the Street Lighting budget account
number 276-04-1610-5414410, which is sufficient for any
emergencies that may arise before the end of the year.
Alternatives:1. Approve a request from the Engineering Department to
award bid item #06-173 to GE Supply in the amount of
$97,299.02 for street light poles and fixtures
replacements/repairs in the urban areas of Augusta for a
period of one year. This is contingent upon adoption of this
item. Funds are available in the street light budget account
number 276-04-1610-5414410. 2. Do not approve and deny
replacements and/or repairs of street light poles and fixtures.
Recommendation:Approve Alternative Number 1.
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
276-04-1610-5414410
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Finance.
Administrator.
Clerk of Commission
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11/21/2006 2:00 PM
Upper Butler Sewer Line
Department:
Caption:Approve Change Order #1 for Eagle Utilities in the amount
of approximately $500,000 to be paid by Grovetown for
connections to the Upper Butler Sanitary Sewer Project,
AUD no. 50128. (Requested by Commissioner Jimmy Smith)
Background:
Analysis:
Financial Impact:
Alternatives:
Recommendation:
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Clerk of Commission
Commission Meeting Agenda
11/21/2006 2:00 PM
Minutes
Department:
Caption:Motion to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of the
Commission held November 9, 2006.
Background:
Analysis:
Financial Impact:
Alternatives:
Recommendation:
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Clerk of Commission
Commission Meeting Agenda
11/21/2006 2:00 PM
EEOC Appointment:
Department:
Caption:Motion to approve the recommendation of the EEOC
Subcommittee relative to the appointment of the Equal
Employment Opportunity Coordinator.
Background:
Analysis:
Financial Impact:
Alternatives:
Recommendation:
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Clerk of Commission
Commission Meeting Agenda
11/21/2006 2:00 PM
Appointment District Eight
Department:
Caption:Motion to approve the appointment of Mr. David Penix to the
ARC Riverfront Development Board 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
11/21/2006 2:00 PM
2007 Proposed Budget
Department:
Caption:Motion to approve the proposed ARC 2007 Budget.
Background:
Analysis:
Financial Impact:
Alternatives:
Recommendation:
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Clerk of Commission
Commission Meeting Agenda
11/21/2006 2:00 PM
Resolution to designate Augsuta as redeelopment agency under the Redevelopment Powers Law
Department:Attorney
Caption:Resolution to designate Augusta as redevelopment agency
under the Redevelopment Powers Law. (Requested by
Commissioner Jerry Brigham)
Background:The Legislature, this Commission and the voters have all
approved adoption of the Redevelopment Powers Act in
Augusta, Richmond County. This Resolution will confer the
Redevelopment Powers upon Augusta itself as the
redevelopment agency under this law. O.C.G.A. 36-44-4(a).
Analysis:This Act will confer all of the redevelopment powers, acts
and authority upon Augusta which will immediately be
available to it to use in transactions approved by this
Commission.
Financial Impact:Not applicable
Alternatives:Designate an independent redevelopment agency.
Recommendation:Augusta should designate itself as the redevelopment agency.
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
Not applicable
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Finance.
Administrator.
Clerk of Commission
RESOLUTION
A RESOLUTION OF THE AUGUSTA-RICHMOND COUNTY
COMMISSION TO DESIGNATE AUGUSTA, GEORGIA AS THE
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY AUTHORIZED TO EXERCISE ALL
POWERS AND AUTHORITY CONFERRED BY THE
REDEVELOPMENT POWERS ACT O.C.G.A. 36-44-1, ET SEQ.
WHEREAS the Richmond County Legislative Delegation caused the General Assembly
to enact legislation and the Augusta-Richmond County Commission previously passed a
Resolution which together authorized the submission of the question of the adoption of the
Redevelopment Powers Act to the voters of Augusta, Georgia; and
WHEREAS, on November 7, 2006 said resolution was passed by the voters of Augusta,
Georgia and Richmond County; and
WHEREAS, Augusta, Georgia as a political subdivision of the State of Georgia now
wishes to designate itself as the Redevelopment Agency authorized under said Act by O.C.G.A
36-44-4(a).
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that pursuant to O.C.G.A. 36-44-4(a), the
Augusta-Richmond County Commission does hereby designate Augusta, Georgia as the
redevelopment agency for Augusta-Richmond County, Georgia and that it may exercise for itself
within its jurisdiction, any and all of the redevelopment powers authorized by said act, O.C.G.A.
36-44-1, et seq. Said powers include but are not limited to the creation of tax increment
financing districts; the exercise of the power of private sales of real and personal property and
the issuance of tax allocation bonds as is provided in said Act.
ADOPTED this ______ day of _________________ by the Augusta-Richmond County
Commission.
______________________________
Mayor, Augusta, Georgia
Attest:
____________________________
Clerk of Commission
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Affidavit
Department:Clerk of Commission
Caption:Motion to authorize the Mayor to execute the affidavit of
compliance with Georgia's Open Meeting Act.
Background:
Analysis:
Financial Impact:
Alternatives:
Recommendation:
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Clerk of Commission