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Commission Meeting Agenda
Commission Chamber
6/26/2008
2:00 PM
INVOCATION:
Reverend Wilfred C. Hunt, Pastor Burns Memorial United Methodist Church
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA.
Five (5) minute time limit per delegation
DELEGATIONS
A. Mr.Scott Hudson. RE: First Saturday Foundation.
Attachments
CONSENT AGENDA
(Items 1-6)
PLANNING
1. ZA-R-188 – A request for concurrence with the Augusta-
Richmond County Planning Commission to approve an
amendment to the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance for Augusta-
Richmond County by amending Section 8-3 (d) to permit family
day care homes which meet certain conditions as home
occupations by Special Use Permit instead of by Special
Exception. (Approved by the Commission June 17, 2008 -
second reading)
Attachments
2. SA-043 – An request for concurrence with the Augusta-Richmond
County Planning Commission to approve an amendment to the
Subdivision Regulations for Augusta-Richmond County by adding
to Section 302 related to the GA-NPDES checklist. (Approved by
the Commission June 17, 2008 - second reading)
Attachments
3. SA -044 – An request for concurrence with the Augusta-
Richmond County Planning Commission to approve an
amendment to the Subdivision Regulations for Augusta-Richmond
County amended by deleting Section 404 - Sidewalks in its
entirety and replacing it with a new Section 404 – Sidewalks.
(Approved by the Commission June 17, 2008- second reading)
Attachments
4. SPA-07 – An request for concurrence with the Augusta-Richmond
County Planning Commission to approve an amendment to the
Site Plan Regulations for Augusta-Richmond County by adding a
portion of Section 301 (Information to be included) related to the
GA-NPDES checklist. (Approved by Commission June 17, 2008
- second reading)
Attachments
5. ZA-R-187 – An request for concurrence with the Augusta-
Richmond County Planning Commission to approve an
amendment to the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance for Augusta-
Richmond County by amending Section 8-1 to include as a
permitted use, in one-family residential zones, facilities for
handicapped persons as described at 42 U.S.C. 3602. (Approved
by the Commission June 17, 2008 - second reading)
Attachments
PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS
6. Motion to approve the minutes of the regular and Special Called
meeting of the Commission held on June 17, 2008.
Attachments
****END CONSENT AGENDA****
AUGUSTA COMMISSION
6/26/2008
AUGUSTA COMMISSION
REGULAR AGENDA
6/26/2008
(Items 7-17)
PUBLIC SERVICES
7. New Ownership Application: A. N. 08 - 24: A request by Manish
Patel for a retail package Beer & Wine license to be used in
connection with Jaydev, Inc. located at 1502 Central Ave. District
2. Super District 9.
Attachments
8. New Application: A. N. 08 - 25: A request by Douglas S. Evenson
for an on premise consumption and retail package Beer & Wine
license to be used in connection with the New York Butcher
Shoppe located at 447 Highland Ave. District 7. Super District 10.
Attachments
9. New Ownership Application: A. N. 08 - 26: A request by In Sun
Kim for a retail package Beer & Wine l;icense to be used in
connection with Coliseum Amoco located at 801 Walton Way.
District 1. Super District 9.
Attachments
10. New Ownership Application: A request by Sung H. Chang for a
retail package Beer & Wine license to be used in connection with
K. W. Chang Enterprises, Inc. DBA Time Saver Gro #3 located at
3333 Mike Padgett Hwy. District 6. Super District 10.
Attachments
11. New Application: A. N. 08 - 28: A request by William E.
Williamson for a retail package Beer license to be used in
connection with Broad Street Tobacco located at 2006 Broad St.
District 1. Super District 9.
Attachments
12. New Ownership Application: A. N. 08 - 29: A request by Riaz A.
Fazalbhoy for a retail package Beer & Wine license to be used in
connection with Lasani, Inc. DBA Super Express located at 3150
Wrightsboro Rd. District 5. Super District 9.
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FINANCE
13. Receive Information from Actuary Regarding Increase in Benefits
Requested by 1949 Pension Plan Retirees.
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ENGINEERING SERVICES
14. Motion to approve a Replacement Housing Supplement (moving
expenses) in connection with a purchase of a Right-of-Way
between Curtis E. Peters, as owner, and Augusta, Georgia, as
optionee, in connection with the Alexander Drive Project, for the
property located at 2501 Carriage Creek for a purchase price of
$46,900.00.
Attachments
15. Approve the deeds of dedication, maintenance agreements, and
road resolution submitted by the Engineering, and Augusta
Utilities Departments for Cotswolds Place.
Attachments
16. Motion to approve a request to extend employment for Wayne
Schultz, who is a temporary employee hired in 2007 to assist the
Land Acquisition Staff in meeting the demands of their
workload.
Attachments
LEGAL MEETING
A. Pending and Potential Litigation.
B. Real Estate.
C. Personnel.
17. Motion to authorize execution by the Mayor of the affidavit of
compliance with Georgia's Open Meeting Act.
Commission Meeting Agenda
6/26/2008 2:00 PM
Invocation
Department:
Caption:Reverend Wilfred C. Hunt, Pastor Burns Memorial 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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6/26/2008 2:00 PM
Scott Hudson
Department:
Caption:Mr.Scott Hudson. RE: First Saturday Foundation.
Background:
Analysis:
Financial Impact:
Alternatives:
Recommendation:
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Clerk of Commission
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6/26/2008 2:00 PM
Planning Commission
Department:Planning Commission
Caption: ZA-R-188 – A request for concurrence with the Augusta-
Richmond County Planning Commission to approve an
amendment to the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance for
Augusta-Richmond County by amending Section 8-3 (d) to
permit family day care homes which meet certain conditions
as home occupations by Special Use Permit instead of by
Special Exception. (Approved by the Commission June
17, 2008 - second reading)
Background:
Analysis:
Financial Impact:
Alternatives:
Recommendation:
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Clerk of Commission
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6/26/2008 2:00 PM
Planning Commission
Department:Planning Commission
Caption: SA-043 – An request for concurrence with the Augusta-
Richmond County Planning Commission to approve an
amendment to the Subdivision Regulations for Augusta-
Richmond County by adding to Section 302 related to the
GA-NPDES checklist. (Approved by the Commission June
17, 2008 - second reading)
Background:
Analysis:
Financial Impact:
Alternatives:
Recommendation:
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Clerk of Commission
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Commission Meeting Agenda
6/26/2008 2:00 PM
Planning Commission
Department:Planning Commission
Caption: SA -044 – An request for concurrence with the Augusta-
Richmond County Planning Commission to approve an
amendment to the Subdivision Regulations for Augusta-
Richmond County amended by deleting Section 404 -
Sidewalks in its entirety and replacing it with a new Section
404 – Sidewalks. (Approved by the Commission June 17,
2008- second reading)
Background:
Analysis:
Financial Impact:
Alternatives:
Recommendation:
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Clerk of Commission
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Commission Meeting Agenda
6/26/2008 2:00 PM
Planning Commission
Department:Planning Commission
Caption: SPA-07 – An request for concurrence with the Augusta-
Richmond County Planning Commission to approve an
amendment to the Site Plan Regulations for Augusta-
Richmond County by adding a portion of Section 301
(Information to be included) related to the GA-NPDES
checklist. (Approved by Commission June 17, 2008 -
second reading)
Background:
Analysis:
Financial Impact:
Alternatives:
Recommendation:
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Clerk of Commission
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Commission Meeting Agenda
6/26/2008 2:00 PM
Planning Commission
Department:Planning Commission
Caption: ZA-R-187 – An request for concurrence with the Augusta-
Richmond County Planning Commission to approve an
amendment to the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance for
Augusta-Richmond County by amending Section 8-1 to
include as a permitted use, in one-family residential zones,
facilities for handicapped persons as described at 42 U.S.C.
3602. (Approved by the Commission June 17, 2008 -
second reading)
Background:
Analysis:
Financial Impact:
Alternatives:
Recommendation:
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Clerk of Commission
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Commission Meeting Agenda
6/26/2008 2:00 PM
Alcohol Application
Department:License & Inspections
Caption:New Ownership Application: A. N. 08 - 24: A request by
Manish Patel for a retail package Beer & Wine license to be
used in connection with Jaydev, Inc. located at 1502 Central
Ave. District 2. Super District 9.
Background:This is a new ownership application. Formerly in the name of
Christina Park.
Analysis:The applicant meets the requirements of the Augusta
Richmond County Alcohol Ordinance.
Financial Impact:The applicant will pay a pro-rated fee of $605.00.
Alternatives:
Recommendation:License & Inspection 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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Alcohol Application
Department:License & Inspections
Caption:New Application: A. N. 08 - 25: A request by Douglas S.
Evenson for an on premise consumption and retail package
Beer & Wine license to be used in connection with the New
York Butcher Shoppe located at 447 Highland Ave. District
7. Super District 10.
Background:This is a new location in Surrey Center.
Analysis:The applicant meets the requirements of the Augusta
Richmond County Alcohol Ordinance.
Financial Impact:The applicant will pay a pro-rated fee of $1210.00.
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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6/26/2008 2:00 PM
Alcohol Application
Department:License & Inspections
Caption:New Ownership Application: A. N. 08 - 26: A request by In
Sun Kim for a retail package Beer & Wine l;icense to be
used in connection with Coliseum Amoco located at 801
Walton Way. District 1. Super District 9.
Background:This a new ownership application. Formerly in the name of
Jung Ho lee.
Analysis:The applicant meets the requirements of the Augusta
Richmond County Alcohol Ordinance.
Financial Impact:The applicant will pay a pro-rated fee of $605.00.
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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6/26/2008 2:00 PM
Alcohol Application
Department:License & Inspections
Caption:New Ownership Application: A request by Sung H. Chang
for a retail package Beer & Wine license to be used in
connection with K. W. Chang Enterprises, Inc. DBA Time
Saver Gro #3 located at 3333 Mike Padgett Hwy. District 6.
Super District 10.
Background:This is a new ownership application. Formerly in the name of
Vanessa S. Rogers.
Analysis:The applicants meets the requirements of the Augusta
Richmond County Alcohol Ordinance.
Financial Impact:The applicant will pay a pro-rated fee of $605.00.
Alternatives:
Recommendation:License & Inspectios 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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6/26/2008 2:00 PM
Alcohol Application
Department:License & Inspections
Caption:New Application: A. N. 08 - 28: A request by William E.
Williamson for a retail package Beer license to be used in
connection with Broad Street Tobacco located at 2006 Broad
St. District 1. Super District 9.
Background:This location was approved August 10, 2007. The applicant
did not renew for 2008.
Analysis:The applicant meets the requirements of the Augusta
Richmond County Alcohol Ordinance.
Financial Impact:The applicant will pay a fee 0f $605.00
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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6/26/2008 2:00 PM
Alcohol Application
Department:License & Inspections
Caption:New Ownership Application: A. N. 08 - 29: A request by
Riaz A. Fazalbhoy for a retail package Beer & Wine license
to be used in connection with Lasani, Inc. DBA Super
Express located at 3150 Wrightsboro Rd. District 5. Super
District 9.
Background:This is a new ownership application. Formerly in the name of
Ritaben Patel.
Analysis:The applicant meets the requirements of the Augusta
Richmond County Alcohol Ordinance.
Financial Impact:The applicant will pay a pro-rated fee of $605.00.
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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Commission Meeting Agenda
6/26/2008 2:00 PM
Receive Information from Actuary Regarding Increase in Benefits Requested by 1949 Pension
Plan Retirees
Department:Finance
Caption:Receive Information from Actuary Regarding Increase in
Benefits Requested by 1949 Pension Plan Retirees.
Background:A request was submitted by Attorney Jack Long on behalf of
retirees of the 1949 pension plan requesting an increase in
their benefits in the amount of $250 per month.
Analysis:The request was forwarded to Mr. William Karbon of CBIZ,
the actuary for the plan to compute to anticipated cost to the
plan and the effect on funding requirements.
Financial Impact:To be presented
Alternatives:
Recommendation:To receive the information provided by the actuary
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
to be determined
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Finance.
Administrator.
Clerk of Commission
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Commission Meeting Agenda
6/26/2008 2:00 PM
Acquisition of Right-of-Way and Easement - Tax Map 013-1, Parcel 106 - Curtis E. Peters
Department:Attorney
Caption:Motion to approve a Replacement Housing Supplement
(moving expenses) in connection with a purchase of a Right-
of-Way between Curtis E. Peters, as owner, and Augusta,
Georgia, as optionee, in connection with the Alexander Drive
Project, for the property located at 2501 Carriage Creek for a
purchase price of $46,900.00.
Background:The property owner conveyed a certain right-of-way to
Augusta, Georgia, for the Alexander Drive project and is
entitled to a Replacement Housing Supplement.
Analysis:The purchase of the referenced property is necessary for the
project.
Financial Impact:The costs necessary for this purchase will be covered under
the project budget.
Alternatives:Deny the motion to approve the purchase of the referenced
property.
Recommendation:Approve the motion to purchase the referenced property.
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
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Administrator.
Clerk of Commission
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6/26/2008 2:00 PM
Cotswold Place Subdivision
Department:Engineering-Abie L. Ladson, P.E., Director
Caption:Approve the deeds of dedication, maintenance agreements,
and road resolution submitted by the Engineering, and
Augusta Utilities Departments for Cotswolds Place.
Background:The final plat was approved by the Commission on May 20,
2008 . The subdivision design and plat, including the storm
drain system, have been reviewed and accepted by our
engineering staff and the construction has been reviewed by
our inspectors. The Utilities Department has inspected and
reviewed the water and sanitary sewer installations, and
hereby requests acceptance of the utility deed and
maintenance agreement of same.
Analysis:This section meets all codes, ordinances and standards.
Portions of this subdivision lie within the jurisdiction
boundaries of the Corps of Engineers wetlands, which are
noted on the final plat. Acceptance of said utility deed shall
dedicate, as required, the water and sanitary sewer mains
along with the applicable easements to Augusta, Georgia, for
operation and maintenance.
Financial Impact:By accepting these roads, water and sanitary sewer
installations into the County system and after the 18-month
maintenance warranty by the developer/contractor has
expired, all future maintenance and associated costs will be
borne by Augusta, Georgia. By acceptance of the utility deed
and maintenance agreement, positive revenue will be
generated from the sale of water and sanitary sewer taps and
monthly billing of same.
Alternatives:1. Approve the deeds of dedication, maintenance agreements,
and road resolution submitted by the Engineering, and
Augusta Utilities Departments for Cotswolds Place. 2. Do
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not approve and risk litigation.
Recommendation:Approve Alternative Number One.
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
Not required at this time.
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Finance.
Administrator.
Clerk of Commission
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6/26/2008 2:00 PM
Wayne Schultz Extension of Employment
Department:Engineering-Abie L. Ladson, P.E., Interim Director
Caption:Motion to approve a request to extend employment for
Wayne Schultz, who is a temporary employee hired in 2007
to assist the Land Acquisition Staff in meeting the demands
of their workload.
Background:Mr. Schultz is knowledgeable of the requirements of this
position and is being utilized as directed by Jim Williamson,
Land Acquisition Manager. He is in the middle of working
on several projects and is doing an excellent job. The
employee will be paid the same amount for the next twelve
months as he currently receives. The employee will report to
the Engineering Office located at 522 Greene Street on a
daily basis. Funds are available in account 325041197-
5111110/207825097-5111110. The Land Acquisition staff
consists of the Manager, two Negotiators and an
Administrative Assistant. The staff is responsible for
acquiring the rights of way on local projects and GDOT
funded projects. This consists of, but is not limited to,
preparation of cost estimates, preliminary title work,
negotiations, preparation of negotiation records and closing
of parcels. The projects that receive GDOT funding must
follow the state and federal acquisition guidelines or you risk
losing the funds allocated for these projects. We had
originally advertised to hire two temporary employees for
one year, and Mr. Schultz has adequately filled the need for
those two negotiators by himself. He began June 18, 2007,
and he was approved to work for twelve months which
would end June 18, 2008. We wish to extend his employment
for another twelve months.
Analysis:The following projects are ongoing or scheduled to begin
during calendar year 2008. (1) Alexander Drive: federally
funded project, 53 parcels (involves 5 relocations) to acquire
and activities are currently underway. The project is
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scheduled to receive bids in February, 2008. (2) Belair Hills
Subdivision Improvements: local project and approximately
20% of the parcels remain to be acquired. (3) Marvin Griffin
Road: local project, scheduled to begin in calendar year 2008
and 33 parcels to acquire. (4) Old Savannah Road/Twiggs
Street Improvements: local project, scheduled to begin in
calendar year 2008 and 167 parcels to acquire. (5) St.
Sebastian Street/Greene Street/15th Street: Acquisition of
right-of-way is complete; however, there are some follow up
procedures involving relocation and moving expense. (6)
Wilkinson Garden Area Road & Drainage Improvement:
local project, scheduled to begin in calendar year 2008 and
approximately 150 parcels to acquire. (7) Windsor Spring
Road Phase V: federally funded project, scheduled to begin
in calendar year 2008 and 130 parcels to acquire. The project
is currently scheduled to receive bids in March, 2009. (8)
Wrightsboro Road Widening Phase I (Augusta West
Parkway to Marks Church Rd): local project, scheduled to
begin in calendar year 2008 and approximately 5 parcels to
acquire. (9) Paving Various Roads, Phase IX: local project,
scheduled to begin in calendar year 2008 and approximately
20 parcels to acquire. The Engineering Department and
GDOT are focused on program delivery. Failure to deliver
these projects on schedule could jeopardize funding that is
allocated for these projects and delay much needed
transportation projects in Augusta.
Financial Impact:As the Commission approved two temporary employees and
we only hired one, the funds should be available to extend
Mr. Schultz/ contract for another year. The employee will be
paid the same as he currently receives. The funds are
available up to $40,000 in salary in account 325041197-
5111110/207825097-5111110.
Alternatives:1) The Engineering Department requests approval to extend
employment for Wayne Schultz, who is a temporary
employee hired in 2007 to assist the Land Acquisition Staff
in meeting the demands of their workload. Mr. Schultz is
knowledgeable of the requirements of this position and is
being utilized as directed by Jim Williamson, Land
Acquisition Manager. He is in the middle of working on
several projects and is doing an excellent job. The employee
will be paid the same amount for the next twelve months as
he currently receives. The employee will report to the
Engineering Office located at 522 Greene Street on a daily
basis. Funds are available in account 325041197-
5111110/207825097-5111110. 2) Do not approve the request
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and risk delaying the federal and state funds that are
allocated for these projects.
Recommendation:Approve Alternative Number One
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
FUNDS ARE AVAILABLE IN THE FOLLOWING
ACCOUNTS: 325-04-1197-5111110/207825097-5111110
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Finance.
Administrator.
Clerk of Commission
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Commission Meeting Agenda
6/26/2008 2:00 PM
Minutes
Department:Clerk of Commission
Caption:Motion to approve the minutes of the regular and Special
Called meeting of the Commission held on June 17, 2008.
Background:
Analysis:
Financial Impact:
Alternatives:
Recommendation:
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Clerk of Commission
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6/26/2008 2:00 PM
Affidavit
Department:
Caption:Motion to authorize execution by the Mayor of 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
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