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Commission Meeting Agenda
Commission Chamber
10/21/2008
2:00 PM
INVOCATION:
Reverend Mark S. Pierson, Pastor Bethel African Methodist Episopal Church.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA.
RECOGNITION(S)
Augusta Canal Authority
A. Presentation and recognization of Parc Naturel Regional de la Montagne de Reims.
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CONSENT AGENDA
(Items 1-20)
PLANNING
1. FINAL PLAT – WEST WHEELER TOWNHOMES, PHASE 7-A – S-793 – A
request for concurrence with the Augusta-Richmond Planning Commission to
approve a petition by Southern Partners Inc., on behalf of ATC , requesting final plat
approval for West Wheeler Townhomes, Phase 7-A. This residential townhome
development is located on Aruba Circle, south of Grenada Lane adjacent to West
Wheeler Townhomes, Phase 6 and contains 7 lots.
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2. Z-08-64 - A request for concurrence with the Augusta-Richmond Planning
Commission to approve with the condition that there be no traffic access, except for
maintenance vehicles, onto Overton Road; a petition by Cranston Engineering Group,
on behalf of the Augusta Country Club, requesting a Special Exception to expand
and bring an existing country club into zoning conformance per Section 26-1 (i) of the
Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance for Augusta-Richmond County affecting property
containing approximately 215 acres and is known as 655 Milledge Road. (Tax Map
034-2-040-00-0) DISTRICT 1
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3. Z-08-65 - A request for concurrence with the Augusta-Richmond Planning
Commission to approve a petition by Henry T. Harris requesting a Special
Exception to utilize a former professional office located in a P-1 (Professional)
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Zone for a four room dormitory residence per Section 20-2 (b) of the
Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance for Augusta-Richmond County affecting property
containing .11 acres and is known as 1143 Druid Park Avenue. (Tax Map 045-2-062-
00-0) DISTRICT 1
4. Z-08-67 - A request for concurrence with the Augusta-Richmond Planning
Commission to approve with the condition that if a sale is not finalized within six
months the zoning shall revert to R-1A (One-family Residential) zoning; a petition
by the Development Authority of Augusta Richmond County, on behalf of the City of
Augusta and Concord Hill Investments, requesting change of zoning from Zone R-1A
(One-family Residential) to Zone LI (Light Industry) affecting property located on
the northeast right-of-way line of Benson Road, 3,360 feet, more or less, west of
Richmond Hill Road containing approximately 53 acres. (Tax Map 109-3-059-00-0
and part of 108-0-058-00-0)DISTRICT 5
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5. Z-08-68 - A request for concurrence with the Augusta-Richmond Planning
Commission to approve a petition by Craig Cassedy, on behalf of Michele G.
Schmitz, requesting a change of zoning from Zone P-1 (Professional) to Zone B-1
(Neighborhood Business) affecting property containing .65 acres and is known as
2502 Crosscreek Road. (Tax Map 131-0-096-02-0) DISTRICT4
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6. Z-08-71 - A request for concurrence with the Augusta-Richmond Planning
Commission to approve a petition by W. G. Downie, on behalf of Wilfred G. Downie
and Judy Kaye Downie, requesting a change of zoning from Zone B-1
(Neighborhood Business) to Zone B-2 (General Business) affecting property
containing .58 acres and is known as 3358 Wrightsboro Road. (Tax Map 041-4-086-
00-0) DISTRICT 3
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7. Z-08-66 - A request for concurrence with the Augusta-Richmond Planning
Commission to approve a petition by Yuni Flakes, on behalf of Mimose Bertoni,
requesting a Special Exception to establish a church per Section26-1(a) of the
Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance for Augusta-Richmond County affecting property
containing two tax parcels that total 1.35 acres and are known as 3348 and 3350
Kenny Road. (Tax Map 069-3-026-00-0 and 069-3-027-00-0) DISTRICT 5
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8. Z-08-72 - A request for concurrence with the Augusta-Richmond Planning
Commission to approve with the following conditions 1) the only use of the
property shall be a temporary office trailer or those uses permitted in the R-1A
zone and 2) the trailer shall be removed and the zoning shall revert to R-1A six
months after the completion of the road improvement project; a petition by
Mabus Brothers requesting a change of zoning from Zone R-1A (One-family
Residential) to Zone B-1 (Neighborhood Business) affecting property
containing .89 acres and is known as 1840 Windsor Spring Road. (Tax Map 110-4-
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336-01-0) DISTRICT 6
PUBLIC SERVICES
9. Motion to approve Re-Bid #08-080A, re-plaster of the Brigham swimming pool, to
Augusta Aquatics, Inc. for $23,668.00. (Approved by Public Services Committee
October 13, 2008)
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10. Motion to approve Bid Item 08-172, improvements to Eastview Park, to Beam's
Contracting for $42,620.00. (Approved by Public Services Committee October 13,
2008)
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PUBLIC SAFETY
11. Motion to approve the purchase and implementation of the Employee Online product
from Sungard Bi-Tech. (Approved by Public Safety Committee October 13, 2008)
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12. Motion to approve acceptance of a Grant Award in the amount of $7,500.00 from the
Council of Juvenile Court Judges of Georgia for the Purchase of Services for Juvenile
Offenders Program. (Approved by Public Safety Committee October 13, 2008)
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FINANCE
13. Motion to approve a request for an amendment to the 2008 Airport Budget.
(Approved by Finance Committee October 13, 2008)
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14. Motion to approve a request from Ms. Annette Stringer regarding a refund of
property taxes in the amount of $456.14 on property at 4172 Kevin Road. (Approved
by Finance Committee October 13, 2008)
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15. Motion to approve a request from Anthony and Teronda Ward regarding a refund of
overpayment of taxes in the amount of $212.85 for the years 2006 and 2007 for
property at 2982 Clarkston Road. (Approved by Finance Committee October 13,
2008)
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16. Motion to approve a request from Ms. Mary Elizabeth Swearingen for an abatement
of taxes in the amount of $942.36 on property at 5118 Wheeler Lake Road.
(Approved by Finance Committee October 13, 2008)
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17. Motion to approve refund recommendations from the Board of Assessors for two
accounts. (Approved by Finance Committee October 13, 2008)
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18. Motion to approve a request from the United Way of the CSRA, Inc. for Augusta
Richmond County to serve as fiscal sponsor (grantee) for the Georgia Department of
Community Affairs/Hands On Georgia State Challenge Grant in the amount of up to
$10,000 on behalf of United Way of the CSRA, Inc. (sub recipient). (Approved by
Finance Committee October 13, 2008)
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PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS
19. Motion to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of the Commission held on
October 7, 2008.
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APPOINTMENT(S)
20. Motion to approve the reappointment of Ernestine Covington to the ARC Library
Board of Trustees representing District 4.
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****END CONSENT AGENDA****
AUGUSTA COMMISSION
10/21/2008
AUGUSTA COMMISSION
REGULAR AGENDA
10/21/2008
(Items 21-35)
PLANNING
21. Z-08-70 - A request for concurrence with the Augusta-Richmond Planning
Commission to approve with the following conditions 1) the only uses permitted
shall be attorneys, doctors, dentists and accountants or those uses permitted in
the R-1 zone; 2) no access to Pinnacle Place Drive; 3) the building shall be
limited to a total of 10 employees; 4) the site must meet or exceed the parking
requirements in the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance before a Certificate of
Occupancy is issued; and 5) the site must meet or exceed the requirements of the
Augusta-Richmond County Tree Ordinance before a Certificate of Occupancy is
issued; a petition by Randolph Frails, on behalf of Ella Matthias, requesting a change
of zoning from Zone R-1 (One-family Residential) to Zone P-1 (Professional)
affecting property containing .49 acres and is known under the present numbering
system as 2664 Tobacco Road. (Tax Map 140-0-195-00-0) DISTRICT 4
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22. Z-08-73 – A request for concurrence with the Augusta-Richmond Planning
Commission to deny a petition by Michael Peeples, on behalf of Taurus Holdings
LLC, requesting a change of zoning from Zone R-3B (Multiple-family Residential)
to Zone P-1 (Professional) affecting property containing .13 acres and is known as
136 Broad Street. (Tax Map 047-2-224-00-0) DISTRICT 1
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ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES
23. Approve Resolution adopting the Updated Augusta-Richmond County
Comprehensive Plan.
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24. Adopt the Updated Service Delivery Strategy (SDS) for Augusta-Richmond County,
Hephzibah and Blythe and authorize the Mayor to sign the SDS Certification Form.
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PUBLIC SAFETY
25. Motion to approve the purchase of service contract between The Counseling Group
and Augusta, Ga. in assocation with Grant Award in the amount of $7,500.00 from
the Council of Juvenile Court Judges of Georgia for the Purchase of Services for
Juvenile Offenders Program.
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FINANCE
26. Report from staff regarding the denial of the claim of Ms. Tamara Perry
concerning her claim for damages against the City resulting from an incident that
occurred on June 9, 2008. (No recommendation from Finance Committee
October 13, 2008)
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ENGINEERING SERVICES
27. Motion to approve a request to approve Amendment No. 1 to Turner & Associates’
Architectural Contract for the New Judicial Center.
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28. Motion to approve Amendments 1 and 2 to contract with Turner Associates
Architects & Planners, Inc. for the Judicial Center.
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29. Approve award of construction in the amount of $447,856.21 to Mabus Brothers for
the Brown Rd. Sanitary Sewer System Improvement project. Bid item # 08-166.
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30. Authorize award and execution of a contract with Hagler Systems to provide Attachments
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Mechanical Equipment Integrator Services for the Goodrich St. Raw Water Pumping
Station Improvements in the amount of $410,809.
31. Authorize award of bid for the Nixon Rd. Water Main Improvements (Bid Item #08-
146) to the lowest responsive bidder Quality Storm Water Solutions, LLC in the
amount of $139,610.50.
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32. Approve the awarding of low bid in the amount of $96,295 to Graybar Electric supply
for street light poles and fixtures for replacements/ repairs in the Augusta Richmond
County urban areas for a period of one year. Effective upon date of adoption of this
item. The funds are available in the Street Lighting Budget Account
2760416105414410.
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PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS
33. Motion to approve the rescheduling of the Tuesday, Novemer 4, 2008 regular
meeting to Wednesday, November 5th.
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ADMINISTRATOR
34. Presentation of 2009 Budget by the Administrator.
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LEGAL MEETING
A. Pending and Potential Litigation.
B. Real Estate.
C. Personnel.
35. Motion to authorize execution by the Mayor of the affidavit of compliance with
Georgia's Open Meeting Act.
Commission Meeting Agenda
10/21/2008 2:00 PM
Invocation
Department:
Caption:Reverend Mark S. Pierson, Pastor Bethel African Methodist Episopal
Church.
Background:
Analysis:
Financial Impact:
Alternatives:
Recommendation:
Funds are Available in
the Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Clerk of Commission
Cover Memo
Item # 1
Commission Meeting Agenda
10/21/2008 2:00 PM
Augusta Canal Authority
Department:
Caption:Presentation and recognization of Parc Naturel Regional de la Montagne de
Reims.
Background:
Analysis:
Financial Impact:
Alternatives:
Recommendation:
Funds are Available in
the Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Clerk of Commission
Cover Memo
Item # 2
Commission Meeting Agenda
10/21/2008 2:00 PM
Planning Commision
Department:Planning Commission
Caption: Z-08-70 - A request for concurrence with the Augusta-Richmond Planning
Commission to approve with the following conditions 1) the only uses
permitted shall be attorneys, doctors, dentists and accountants or those
uses permitted in the R-1 zone; 2) no access to Pinnacle Place Drive; 3)
the building shall be limited to a total of 10 employees; 4) the site must
meet or exceed the parking requirements in the Comprehensive Zoning
Ordinance before a Certificate of Occupancy is issued; and 5) the site
must meet or exceed the requirements of the Augusta-Richmond
County Tree Ordinance before a Certificate of Occupancy is issued; a
petition by Randolph Frails, on behalf of Ella Matthias, requesting a change
of zoning from Zone R-1 (One-family Residential) to Zone P-1
(Professional) affecting property containing .49 acres and is known under
the present numbering system as 2664 Tobacco Road. (Tax Map 140-0-195-
00-0) DISTRICT 4
Background:
Analysis:
Financial Impact:
Alternatives:
Recommendation:
Funds are Available in
the Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Clerk of Commission
Cover Memo
Item # 3
Commission Meeting Agenda
10/21/2008 2:00 PM
Planning Commission
Department:Planning Commission
Caption: Z-08-73 – A request for concurrence with the Augusta-Richmond Planning
Commission to deny a petition by Michael Peeples, on behalf of Taurus
Holdings LLC, requesting a change of zoning from Zone R-3B (Multiple-
family Residential) to Zone P-1 (Professional) affecting property
containing .13 acres and is known as 136 Broad Street. (Tax Map 047-2-
224-00-0) DISTRICT 1
Background:
Analysis:
Financial Impact:
Alternatives:
Recommendation:
Funds are Available in
the Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Clerk of Commission
Cover Memo
Item # 4
Commission Meeting Agenda
10/21/2008 2:00 PM
Planning Commission
Department:Planning Commission
Caption: FINAL PLAT – WEST WHEELER TOWNHOMES, PHASE 7-A – S-
793 – A request for concurrence with the Augusta-Richmond Planning
Commission to approve a petition by Southern Partners Inc., on behalf of
ATC , requesting final plat approval for West Wheeler Townhomes, Phase
7-A. This residential townhome development is located on Aruba Circle,
south of Grenada Lane adjacent to West Wheeler Townhomes, Phase 6 and
contains 7 lots.
Background:
Analysis:
Financial Impact:
Alternatives:
Recommendation:
Funds are Available in
the Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Clerk of Commission
Cover Memo
Item # 5
Commission Meeting Agenda
10/21/2008 2:00 PM
Planning Commission
Department:Planning Commission
Caption: Z-08-64 - A request for concurrence with the Augusta-Richmond Planning
Commission to approve with the condition that there be no traffic access,
except for maintenance vehicles, onto Overton Road; a petition by Cranston
Engineering Group, on behalf of the Augusta Country Club, requesting a
Special Exception to expand and bring an existing country club into zoning
conformance per Section 26-1 (i) of the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance
for Augusta-Richmond County affecting property containing approximately
215 acres and is known as 655 Milledge Road. (Tax Map 034-2-040-00-0)
DISTRICT 1
Background:
Analysis:
Financial Impact:
Alternatives:
Recommendation:
Funds are Available in
the Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Clerk of Commission
Cover Memo
Item # 6
Commission Meeting Agenda
10/21/2008 2:00 PM
Planning Commission
Department:Planning Commission
Caption: Z-08-65 - A request for concurrence with the Augusta-Richmond Planning
Commission to approve a petition by Henry T. Harris requesting a Special
Exception to utilize a former professional office located in a P-1
(Professional) Zone for a four room dormitory residence per Section 20-
2 (b) of the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance for Augusta-Richmond
County affecting property containing .11 acres and is known as 1143 Druid
Park Avenue. (Tax Map 045-2-062-00-0) DISTRICT 1
Background:
Analysis:
Financial Impact:
Alternatives:
Recommendation:
Funds are Available in
the Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Clerk of Commission
Cover Memo
Item # 7
Commission Meeting Agenda
10/21/2008 2:00 PM
Planning Commission
Department:Planning Commission
Caption: Z-08-67 - A request for concurrence with the Augusta-Richmond Planning
Commission to approve with the condition that if a sale is not finalized
within six months the zoning shall revert to R-1A (One-family Residential)
zoning; a petition by the Development Authority of Augusta Richmond
County, on behalf of the City of Augusta and Concord Hill Investments,
requesting change of zoning from Zone R-1A (One-family Residential) to
Zone LI (Light Industry) affecting property located on the northeast right-
of-way line of Benson Road, 3,360 feet, more or less, west of Richmond
Hill Road containing approximately 53 acres. (Tax Map 109-3-059-00-0 and
part of 108-0-058-00-0)DISTRICT 5
Background:
Analysis:
Financial Impact:
Alternatives:
Recommendation:
Funds are Available in
the Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Clerk of Commission
Cover Memo
Item # 8
Commission Meeting Agenda
10/21/2008 2:00 PM
Planning Commission
Department:Planning Commission
Caption: Z-08-68 - A request for concurrence with the Augusta-Richmond Planning
Commission to approve a petition by Craig Cassedy, on behalf of Michele
G. Schmitz, requesting a change of zoning from Zone P-1 (Professional) to
Zone B-1 (Neighborhood Business) affecting property containing .65 acres
and is known as 2502 Crosscreek Road. (Tax Map 131-0-096-02-0)
DISTRICT4
Background:
Analysis:
Financial Impact:
Alternatives:
Recommendation:
Funds are Available in
the Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Clerk of Commission
Cover Memo
Item # 9
Commission Meeting Agenda
10/21/2008 2:00 PM
Planning Commission
Department:Planning Commission
Caption: Z-08-71 - A request for concurrence with the Augusta-Richmond Planning
Commission to approve a petition by W. G. Downie, on behalf of Wilfred
G. Downie and Judy Kaye Downie, requesting a change of zoning from
Zone B-1 (Neighborhood Business) to Zone B-2 (General Business)
affecting property containing .58 acres and is known as 3358 Wrightsboro
Road. (Tax Map 041-4-086-00-0) DISTRICT 3
Background:
Analysis:
Financial Impact:
Alternatives:
Recommendation:
Funds are Available in
the Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Clerk of Commission
Cover Memo
Item # 10
Commission Meeting Agenda
10/21/2008 2:00 PM
Planning Commission
Department:Planning Commission
Caption: Z-08-66 - A request for concurrence with the Augusta-Richmond Planning
Commission to approve a petition by Yuni Flakes, on behalf of Mimose
Bertoni, requesting a Special Exception to establish a church per Section26-
1(a) of the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance for Augusta-Richmond
County affecting property containing two tax parcels that total 1.35 acres
and are known as 3348 and 3350 Kenny Road. (Tax Map 069-3-026-00-0
and 069-3-027-00-0) DISTRICT 5
Background:
Analysis:
Financial Impact:
Alternatives:
Recommendation:
Funds are Available in
the Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Clerk of Commission
Cover Memo
Item # 11
Commission Meeting Agenda
10/21/2008 2:00 PM
Planning Commission
Department:Planning Commission
Caption: Z-08-72 - A request for concurrence with the Augusta-Richmond Planning
Commission to approve with the following conditions 1) the only use of
the property shall be a temporary office trailer or those uses permitted
in the R-1A zone and 2) the trailer shall be removed and the zoning
shall revert to R-1A six months after the completion of the road
improvement project; a petition by Mabus Brothers requesting a change of
zoning from Zone R-1A (One-family Residential) to Zone B-1
(Neighborhood Business) affecting property containing .89 acres and is
known as 1840 Windsor Spring Road. (Tax Map 110-4-336-01-0)
DISTRICT 6
Background:
Analysis:
Financial Impact:
Alternatives:
Recommendation:
Funds are Available in
the Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Clerk of Commission
Cover Memo
Item # 12
Commission Meeting Agenda
10/21/2008 2:00 PM
Brigham Swim Center Re-Plaster
Department:Tom F. Beck, Director, Recreation and Parks Department
Caption:Motion to approve Re-Bid #08-080A, re-plaster of the Brigham swimming
pool, to Augusta Aquatics, Inc. for $23,668.00. (Approved by Public
Services Committee October 13, 2008)
Background:Funds have been identified for capital improvements to the Brigham Swim
Center.
Analysis:Of the five(5) firms submitting bids, two were deemed non-compliant. The
low responsive bidder meeting specifications is being recommended for
approval (See Bid Tab Sheet)
Financial Impact:Recreation Department capital funds have been identified for the completion
of this renovation project.
Alternatives:1. To approve 2. Move no action thus delaying the re-plaster of the Brigham
swimming pool.
Recommendation:1. To approve
Funds are Available in
the Following
Accounts:
Recreation Capital - 272-06-1441/5412110 $30,000. tec
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Finance.
Administrator.
Clerk of Commission
Cover Memo
Item # 13
Attachment number 1
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Item # 13
Commission Meeting Agenda
10/21/2008 2:00 PM
Eastview Park Improvements
Department:Tom F. Beck, Director, Recreation and Parks Department
Caption:Motion to approve Bid Item 08-172, improvements to Eastview Park, to
Beam's Contracting for $42,620.00. (Approved by Public Services
Committee October 13, 2008)
Background:Funding was approved to make improvements to Eastview Park form 2008
Recreation Capital Funds. The improvements include the construction of a
new walking track at this facility.
Analysis:Four (4) vendors expressed interst in this project. Three (3) contractors
submitted bids with one deemed non-compliant. Upon review and
recommendation from the consultant, Johnson, Lasachober & Associates, a
reommendation of award to Beam's Contracting is being forwarded to the
Augusta Commission for approval.(See attached)
Financial Impact:Money for this project is available from Rcereation Capital Funds.
Alternatives:1. To approve 2. Move no action thus delaying the needed improvements at
Eastview Park.
Recommendation:1. To approve a construction contract to Beam's Contracting for the
construction of a walking track at Easview Park for $42,620.00
Funds are Available in
the Following
Accounts:
Eastview Park Capital 272-06-1319 - 5412110
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Finance.
Administrator.
Clerk of Commission
Cover Memo
Item # 14
Attachment number 1
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Item # 14
Commission Meeting Agenda
10/21/2008 2:00 PM
Comprehensive Plan Update
Department:Planning Commission
Caption:Approve Resolution adopting the Updated Augusta-Richmond County
Comprehensive Plan.
Background:The Augusta-Richmond County Comprehensive Plan has been updated in
accordance with state standards for local comprehensive planning. The
comprehensive plan documents the vision for the future development of
Augusta and includes three (3) components: 1. Community Assessment
– An objective assessment of data and information about the city’s
population, housing, economy, transportation network, community facilities
and services, natural and cultural resources and land use. 2. Community
Participation Program – A description of the city’s strategy for ensuring
public and stakeholder involvement in the preparation of the Community
Agenda. 3. Community Agenda – The community’s vision and
implementation program for the future development of Augusta. The
Community Agenda outlines the issues and opportunities facing the
community, the vision for the development of the city and the eight (8)
identified character areas, and the goals, policies, and projects that will help
achieve the vision. A Future Development Map shows the recommended
future development pattern for the city and the character areas, including
major activity centers, commercial nodes and neighborhoods and areas
earmarked for redevelopment. The Community Assessment and
Community Participation Program components were drafted earlier this year
and certified as adequately addressing the standards for local comprehensive
planning by Georgia Department of Community Affairs (DCA) on May 15,
2008. The Community Agenda was drafted in July and transmitted to the
CSRA Regional Development Center on August 21, 2008. On August 29,
2008, DCA certified that the Community Agenda adequately addresses the
standards for local comprehensive planning. Public and stakeholder
involvement was solicited throughout the plan development process and
incorporated into the components of the plan.
Analysis:The comprehensive plan must be updated and adopted by October 31, 2008.
If the comprehensive plan is not adopted by the deadline, then the city will
lose its designation as a Qualified Local Government (QLG). Losing QLG
status means the city will not be eligible to apply for certain loan and grant
programs
Financial Impact:Not applicable
Alternatives:Do not approve the resolution. This alternative would jeopardize Augusta’s
status as a Qualified Local Government
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Item # 15
Recommendation:Approve the resolution adopting the Augusta-Richmond County
Comprehensive Plan
Funds are Available in
the Following
Accounts:
Not Applicable
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Clerk of Commission
Cover Memo
Item # 15
CITY OF AUGUSTA
RESOLUTION OF ADOPTION
THE AUGUSTA-RICHMOND COUNTY COMPREHENSIVE PLAN, OCTOBER 2008
WHEREAS, Augusta, Georgia, a political subdivision of the state of Georgia, has completed an
update of the Augusta-Richmond County Comprehensive Plan, including a five-year Short Term
Work Program, in accordance with the Standards and Procedures for Local Comprehensive
Planning effective May 1, 2005, and established by the Georgia Planning Act of 1989;
WHEREAS, the Augusta-Richmond County Comprehensive Plan, including the Community
Assessment, Community Participation Program and Community Agenda components, was found
to meet the Standards and Procedures for Local Comprehensive Planning by the CSRA Regional
Development Center and the Georgia Department of Community Affairs;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT THE AUGUSTA-RICHMOND COUNTY
COMMISSION hereby adopts the Augusta-Richmond County Comprehensive Plan, October
2008, as the official Comprehensive Plan for Augusta in accordance with the Georgia Planning
Act of 1989.
Adopted this_________ day of ___________________, 2008
___________________________________________
Deke Copenhaver, Mayor, City of Augusta
ATTEST: _____________________________________
Lena Bonner, Clerk of Commission
Attachment number 1
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Item # 15
COMMUNITY AGENDA COMPONENT
AUGUSTA-RICHMOND COUNTY COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
AUGUSTA-RICHMOND COUNTY, GEORGIA
OCTOBER 2008
Attachment number 2
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
PURPOSE ..................................................................................................................................................3
PARTICIPATION PROCESS..................................................................................................................3
Public Notification and Involvement ......................................................................................................3
Public Meetings ........................................................................................................................................4
Comprehensive Plan Committee………………………………………………………………………...4
COMMUNITY ISSUES AND OPPRTUNITIES………………………………………………………5
COMMUNITY VISION…………………………………………………………………………………7
1. General Vision Statement…………………………………………………………………………7
2. Future Development Map…………………………………………………………………………7
3. Character Area Narrative …………………………………………………………………………9
a. Downtown Character Area …………………………………………………………...…10
b. Old City Character Area ………………………………………………………………...13
c. South Augusta Character Area ………………………………………………………….16
d. West Augusta Character Area …………………………………………………………..19
e. East Augusta Character Area ……………………………………………………………22
f. Belair Character Area …………………………………………………………………...25
g. South Richmond Character Area …………………………………………………….….28
h. Fort Gordon Character Area……………………….………………………………….…31
IMPLEMENTATION PROGRAM…………………………………………...………………………34
1. Goals and Policies………………………………………………………………………………..34
2. Short Term Work Program………………………………………………………………………48
3. Supplemental Plans………………………………………………………………………………58
4. Plan Amendments and Updates...………………………………………………………………..61
a. Minor Plan Amendment………………………………………………………………….61
b. Major Plan Amendment………………………….………………………………………61
c. Short Term Work Program Update………………………………………………………61
d. Comprehensive Plan Update……………………………………………………………..62
e. Annual Monitoring of Comprehensive Plan……………………………………………..62
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APPENDIX…………………………………………………………………………………………
A. COMMUNITY PARTICIPATION PROGRAM
B. PUBLIC NOTICE AND COMMENTS CARD
1. Sample News Release
2. Sample Public Meeting Notice
3. Sample Comment Card
C. SURVEYS
1. Community Vision Survey
2. Issues and Opportunities Survey
3. Stakeholder Survey
4. Survey of Draft Goals
5. Survey of Character Area Development Objectives
D. GENERAL GUIDE TO ZONING DISTRICTS IN AUGUSTA
E. REPORT OF ACCOMPLISHMENTS, SHORT-TERM WORK PROGRAM, 2003-2007
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PURPOSE
The Community Agenda document is the portion of the Augusta-Richmond County Comprehensive Plan
that will guide the city’s future and serve as the basis for the policy decisions of the city’s elected and
appointed leaders and staff. Local decisions should be consistent with the recommendations contained
within this document. The Community Agenda contains a final list of identified community-wide issues
and opportunities. Through the implementation of the steps contained within the Community
Participation Program, community issues and opportunities have been delineated in order to create a
short-term and long-term guide for citizens and community leaders to utilize.
PARTICIPATION PROCESS
1. Public Notification and Involvement
The Community Agenda was prepared according to the process outlined in the Community Participation
Program (Appendix A). As with the Community Assessment, the Community Agenda was prepared with
input obtained via open house public meetings, online surveys and direct contact with a variety of
stakeholders. The following methods were used to generate community interest and participation in the
planning process:
• Press releases regarding project updates and public meeting notices developed and distributed to
media outlets.
• Public meeting notice developed and distributed to media outlets and community stakeholders.
o Print version appeared in the Augusta Chronicle, Metro Spirit, Metro Courier and Hola
Augusta!
o Print version mailed directly to neighborhood associations and other stakeholders.
o Print version distributed at public libraries and public recreation centers throughout the
city.
o Electronic copy sent to the stakeholders listed in the Community Participation Program,
as well as others identified during the planning process. Reminder e-mails sent as
meetings were held.
o Electronic copy sent to all city of Augusta employees. Reminder e-mails sent as meetings
were held.
o Electronic copy of meeting posted on the following web pages - City of Augusta,
Planning Commission and Comprehensive Plan Update.
• Project Newsletter used to provide general information to the public and stakeholders and
specific information about the plan update as the project progressed.
o Electronic copy sent to all identified stakeholders.
o Print copies mailed to neighborhood associations and other stakeholders.
o Print copies distributed at public libraries and recreation centers throughout the city.
o Print copies distributed at all comprehensive plan public meetings and hearings.
• Direct Outreach – Project information distributed and input sought at neighborhood association
meetings and other venues besides the comprehensive plan meetings and hearings.
• Stakeholder Survey – Stakeholders listed in the Community Participation Program were asked to
complete an online survey. Stakeholders were asked to provide input on community issues,
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development projects and the vision for the future of the city. Reminder e-mails were sent to
stakeholders.
• Surveys were developed to obtain input on goals, objectives and implementation measures to
include in the Community Agenda.
o Print copies of survey distributed at public meetings and hearings
o Electronic copy of surveys posted online. Multiple e-mails sent to stakeholders asking
them to complete the surveys.
• The project website was used to provide project updates and solicit input on the Community
Agenda. The information on the website included the plan update schedule, survey forms and
results, public meeting schedules, copies of maps, slide presentations and handouts and copies of
project documents.
2. Public Meetings
Public meetings were held using a drop-in, open house format that facilitated one-on-one interaction
between attendees and city officials and staff. The purpose of the public meetings held in June 2008 was
to obtain final input on the list of Issues and Opportunities, get feedback on the preliminary character
areas and obtain input on the goals, objectives and implementation program to be included in the draft
Community Agenda.
Upon signing-in at one of the June meetings, attendees were given handouts and asked to view a
PowerPoint presentation containing background information on the comprehensive plan and the status of
the plan development process. Planning Commission staff members were present to explain the
presentation in more detail and answer questions. Attendees were then asked to complete two surveys,
assign priorities to the preliminary list of Issues and Opportunities and review character area maps. The
surveys requested feedback on the draft goals of the Community Agenda and the draft development
objectives for each of the character areas. Survey materials and comment cards can be found in
Appendix B & C.
The purpose of the public hearing held in July was to brief the community on the content of the
Community Agenda, provide an opportunity for residents to make final suggestions, additions or
revisions, and notify the community of when the Community Agenda will be submitted to the CSRA
Regional Development Center for review. The Community Agenda was also posted online and hard
copies were distributed to public libraries and recreation centers to give residents additional
opportunities to review and comment on the content.
3. Comprehensive Plan Committee
The Comprehensive Plan Committee, a standing committee of the Augusta-Richmond County Planning
Commission, continued to meet during the development of the Community Agenda. The committee met
to plan each round of public meetings (Meeting objectives, handouts, locations, etc.) and to review the
information and feedback received at the public meetings / hearings and from other sources.
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ISSUES AND OPPORTUNITIES
The list of issues and opportunities has changed since the first round of public meetings in January 2008.
The following table contains the final list of issues and opportunities. Issues and opportunities related to
land use are outlined for each of the character areas in the “Community Vision” section. Corresponding
implementation measures for each of the issues and opportunities can be found throughout the
Implementation Program Section. Please note that while the issues and opportunities have not been
listed in order of priority, an asterisk has been placed next to ones that public meeting attendees
indicated should be a priority.
AUGUSTA-RICHMOND COUNTY
FINAL LIST OF ISSUES AND OPPORTUNITIES
TOPIC: POPULATION
1.
Attract new residents to Augusta by stressing the low cost of living, presence of high quality
medical facilities and wide range of educational, recreational and cultural programs and
services.
2. Increase employment and housing options for young adults and young families.
3. Promote construction of housing for smaller households.
4. Invest in facilities and services that are attractive to retirees.
5. Invest in improvements to education facilities and services that facilitate life-long learning.
6. Attract jobs to the community that pay higher-than-average wages.
7. Invest in programs and services that empower poverty-level households to become self-
sufficient.
TOPIC: HOUSING
1. Provide housing in a mix of styles, sizes and price rages throughout the city.
2. Focus redevelopment efforts on neighborhoods identified as in-need of redevelopment. This
includes both inner-city neighborhoods and some older suburbs.
3. Provide incentives for private developers and non-profit organizations to construct and
rehabilitate housing in redevelopment target areas.
4. Provide financial and technical assistance programs to low and moderate-income homeowners,
renters and first-time homebuyers.
5. Increase code enforcement, especially in neighborhoods with high concentrations of vacant /
dilapidated housing.
6. Provide housing for the homeless and other special-needs populations.
TOPIC: ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
1. Continue programs and services that help to diversify the employment base in the city.
2. Attract additional retail, service and entertainment establishments to the city, especially to
inner-city neighborhoods and east and south Augusta.
3. Continue programs and services that help existing businesses grow and expand.
4. Attract and expand business investment in redevelopment target areas.
5. Adjust job training programs as needed to adapt to changing occupational trends and to meet
the needs of employers.
6. Continue to implement downtown redevelopment projects and initiatives.
7. Continue to promote the adaptive reuse of older commercial facilities.
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AUGUSTA-RICHMOND COUNTY
FINAL LIST OF ISSUES AND OPPORTUNITIES
TOPIC: TRANSPORTATION
1. Implement transportation improvement projects that reduce congestion, enhance safety and
security and provide facilities for bicyclists and pedestrians.
2. Increase the level and frequency of public transportation service in the city.
3. Decrease the number of vehicle trips by encouraging the use of alternative modes of
transportation (bus, walking, biking), telecommuting, flexible work schedules and carpooling
4. Explore alternative financing options for transportation improvement projects
5. Promote infill development at higher densities to reduce distances between residential
development and employment and shopping areas.
6. Promote more interconnectivity between streets and developments
7. Promote the use of access management techniques on major roadways to reduce motor vehicle
conflicts and enhance safety.
TOPIC: COMMUNITY FACILITIES AND SERVICES
1. Address space needs for general government administration, judicial system and public safety.
2. Improve stormwater drainage to reduce flooding on streets, sidewalks and private property.
3. Provide public water and sewer service to meet projected needs.
4. Provide adequate solid waste collection and disposal services and encourage greater
participation in household and yard waste recycling programs.
5. Provide park and recreation facilities to meet projected demand.
6. Make public facilities accessible to the handicapped and disabled.
7. Finance additional community facility and quality of life projects.
TOPIC: CULTURAL RESOURCES
1. Update and maintain cultural resource inventories and surveys.
2. Update the city’s historic preservation plan.
3. Stabilize and protect cultural resources threatened by neglect or demolition.
4. Continue to encourage and facilitate the adaptive reuse of historic structures and sites.
TOPIC: NATURAL RESOURCES AND GREENSPACE
1. Protect the quality of drinking water sources from the effects of new development.
2. Encourage and facilitate the preservation of open space in new development.
3. Preserve additional open space for public use.
4. Implement local air quality initiatives under the auspices of the CSRA Air Quality Alliance.
5. Protect natural resources from the effects of soil erosion
6. Attempt to retain the present flow regime in the Savannah River
TOPIC: LAND USE
1. Sprawl Pattern of Development.
2. Neighborhood Integrity.
3. Commercial Development.
4. Infill Development.
5. Community Appearance / Gateways.
6. Open Space Preservation.
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COMMUNITY VISION
1. General Vision Statement
The following vision statement is a concise summary of preferences for the future of Augusta as
expressed by residents and stakeholders during the preparation of the Community Agenda. The vision is
reflected in the Future Development Map, the vision and recommended development patterns for each
of the character areas and the implementation program. All are designed to address the list of issues and
opportunities. Local decisions that adhere to the goals and supporting policies contained in the
Community Agenda are designed to implement the community vision and the vision for each of the
character areas.
2. Future Development Map
The Future Development Map for Augusta actually consists of three maps: the Final Character Area
Map, the Future Development Patterns Map and the Natural and Cultural Resources Map. Three maps
are necessary in order to clearly convey information on future development patterns, account for the
resources that need protection and identify the other areas requiring special attention. Augusta has opted
not to include a separate future land use map in the comprehensive plan. The Future Development Map
provides more flexibility in decision-making, affords opportunities to encourage more mixed-use and
infill development at appropriate locations, and allows for the evaluation of development projects based
on the community’s vision, goals and policies.
The Final Character Area Map shows the boundaries of the eight (8) character areas and uses symbols to
identify the areas requiring special attention within each character area. The Protected Natural and
Cultural Resources Map show the general location of water resources, greenspace and conservation
areas and cultural resources to be protected in the future. The Future Development Patterns Map shows
the recommended future development pattern for the city and the character areas, including major
activity centers, commercial nodes and specific neighborhoods and areas earmarked for redevelopment.
The Future Development maps are a graphic representation of the recommended future development
pattern in the city. The maps are not meant to be used alone, but rather in conjunction with the overall
goals and policies and the vision and recommended development patterns for each of the character areas.
Augusta is a clean, safe place to live, work and play with a diverse economy, abundant
job opportunities, a variety of entertainment and recreation opportunities and a
development pattern that is attractive to both residents and visitors. Downtown
Augusta and several inner-city neighborhoods are revitalized and economic
opportunity is available throughout the community. Suburban areas have a “sense of
place” all their own with new mixed-use development coexisting with established
neighborhoods. Sidewalks and multi-use trails connect residents to activity centers,
greenspace and recreation facilities.
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There are some general points to make about the Future Development Patterns Map.
1. Downtown Character District – The Central Business District will continue to be a unique
mixed-use area with redevelopment and revitalization continuing in accordance with a
development plan currently (July 2008) being drafted for downtown Augusta and North Augusta,
South Carolina.
2. Old City Neighborhoods – Redevelopment projects will be ongoing in neighborhoods targeted
for such activities in order to stabilize them and enhance their attractiveness as places to live-
work and play. Otherwise stable neighborhoods would continue to remain so.
3. Suburban Development Areas – These areas will continue to reflect the predominant
characteristics of suburban areas, with stable, low-density residential subdivisions being the
predominant land use. Institutional land uses will be scattered throughout these areas.
Commercial corridors and nodes will be another defining characteristic as noted on the map.
Light industrial and warehousing uses will be located on or near major commercial corridors and
nodes, in industrial parks and along frontage roads. New mixed-use and infill development will
be encouraged at appropriate locations to reduce automobile traffic, create pedestrian-friendly
spaces and establish a sense of place in suburban locations.
4. Commercial Corridors – These represent existing commercial corridors that have developed
along the principal arterial highways in the city. There are opportunities for infill development
and redevelopment at locations along these corridors. The overall objective is to minimize the
extension of these corridors beyond their current limits and, when extended, provide sufficient
buffers between non-residential uses and adjoining residential areas.
5. Minor Commercial Nodes – These represent intersections of principal and minor arterial
highways where commercial development is already established or is desired as part of the future
vision for the city. These are intersections where neighborhood-oriented businesses, convenience
shopping and smaller shopping centers are or will be located.
6. Major Commercial Nodes – These are located where I-20 and I-520 intersect the principal
arterials highways in the city. These are the locations where the highest concentration of
commercial, light industrial and warehousing development are and will be located. The
commercial uses include a mix of highway and freeway-oriented businesses, larger shopping /
retail centers, entertainment and eating / drinking establishments and some neighborhood and
convenience type businesses.
Due in part to the pending widening of Windsor Spring Road, the intersection of Windsor Spring
and Tobacco Road is considered an emerging major commercial node. While two conventional
shopping centers and a number of standalone commercial uses are located at the intersection, it
could become the focal point for mixed-use, pedestrian friendly development. Such development
could help establish a sense of place in this part of the city.
7. Industrial – Industrial and warehousing uses are scattered throughout the community, with most
of the heavy industry concentrated at large sites in East Augusta. Most of the remaining sites
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suitable for new or expanding industry, particularly heavy industry, are located east of Mike
Padgett Highway (SR 56) or in established industrial parks (e.g. Augusta Corporate Park). Due
to the proximity of some sites to water resources and conservation areas, environmental
considerations will be important in evaluating the suitability of such sites for industrial use.
8. Regional Activity Centers – These centers have been, and will continue to be the focal point for
a mix of commercial, office, employment, education and recreation. Some of the activity centers,
such as the one centered on Doctor’s Hospital, have sites available for additional development.
Others, such as the one including the medical center and Paine College, are expanding into
adjacent areas and creating transitional zones in the process.
3. Character Area Narrative
The Character Area Narrative section includes separate tables with the following information for each
character area: a vision statement, description of recommended development patterns, the State Quality
Community Objectives to be addressed, the appropriate land uses for the character area, the existing
zoning pattern and the potential / recommended changes to zoning and development regulations.
Implementation measures are outlined in the Implementation Program section. These implementation
measures provide specific actions to help the city reinforce and build upon the character defined for each
area.
The final character area boundaries are based on a combination of geography and the defining
characteristics of each area. The CBD is unique among the character areas because of its history, mix of
land uses and general development pattern. East Augusta is also unique because of its high concentration
of industrial uses, some of which are in close proximity to residential areas, and environmentally-
sensitive land uses. Other character areas, including West Augusta, South Augusta and Belair, are
similar to one another due to their suburban-style development pattern. A traditional neighborhood
development pattern is common to most of the Old City neighborhoods.
It is important to note that all of the character areas have some important characteristics in common, and
thus overlay all of them. All of the character areas have water resources, both surface and groundwater,
that must be protected. All have identified gateways into the city, all of which are the focus of a
wayfinding signage program that is being implemented by the Augusta Metro Convention and Visitors
Bureau. Regional activity centers are located in several of the character areas, and three areas – Belair,
South Augusta and South Richmond – are experiencing development at a more rapid pace than other
areas. Agricultural and forest resources are most concentrated in South Richmond. Historic (cultural
resources) are most concentrated in the CBD and Old City neighborhoods, but are also located on
scattered sites throughout the city. The CBD and several Old City neighborhoods are in need of
redevelopment, as are identified target areas in East and South Augusta.
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DOWNTOWN CHARACTER AREA
Location and General Description: Located adjacent to the Savannah River, downtown is where the
city was founded and first developed. Downtown has the characteristics of a traditional central business
district, including a wide variety of land uses (retail, office, cultural, entertainment, financial,
government, open space, industrial and institutional), high level of access for vehicles, pedestrians and
transit, a mix of architectural styles, medium to high-density residential development, and commercial
buildings with no front or side setbacks.
Downtown redevelopment has been ongoing for over twenty-five years. A number of large public and
private projects have resulted from a downtown development plan first published in 1982 and updated in
1995 and 2000. These projects include the Augusta Riverwalk, Augusta Riverfront Center, Riverplace
Condominiums, Fort Discovery, the Augusta Museum of History, the Morris Museum of Art and
Springfield Village Park. A new downtown development plan is being prepared in cooperation with
North Augusta, SC and will be completed in early 2009.
Developers, merchants and property owners have initiated downtown redevelopment projects on their
own. Historic buildings have been renovated and are being adaptively reused as professional offices,
restaurants, nightclubs, artist galleries, antique shops, meeting and reception facilities, and specialty
shops. Apartments and condominiums have been created on the upper floors of many commercial
buildings. The result is a downtown that is making a comeback due to the commitment of many people
and sizable private and public investment.
TYPICAL CHARACTER
• Dense, mixed use development pattern
• Access by all transportation modes
• Variety of historic resources and
architecture
• New construction, some of which is
not compatible with existing buildings
in size, scale, amassing, form,
orientation, setback and materials.
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DOWNTOWN AUGUSTA CHARACTER AREA
Vision for Downtown: Downtown Augusta will maintain and enhance its historic character and unique
mix of land uses. Downtown will continue to reflect the predominant characteristics of a historic central
business district, while at the same time adapting to the changing environment around it. Underutilized
parcels will be redeveloped in a manner consistent with the overall vision for downtown and with
respect for existing development patterns and the historic architecture in the area. Redevelopment will
include new medium and high density housing, additional commercial and office development, new
civic and institutional facilities and shopping and entertainment facilities. Adaptive reuse of historic
buildings will be a key component. New development will respect the scale, massing, architecture and
other design elements of the existing historic structures.
New mixed-use development that follows the
character and design of historic downtown
A new parking garage that blends with adjacent
buildings
RECOMMENDED DEVELOPMENT PATTERNS
STATE QUALITY
COMMUNITY
OBJECTIVES
1. New residential, commercial and institutional development
built in accordance with established design guidelines and
with respect for the historic character and traditional
development pattern of downtown.
2. Medium and high-density housing in both new structures
and existing buildings
3. Office, retail, service and entertainment development in both
new and existing structures
4. Enhanced arts, entertainment and sports facilities.
5. Stronger physical connections between the riverfront and
downtown.
6. Public infrastructure (public buildings, streets,
landscaping, parks, sidewalks, etc.) that support and
complement other development.
7. Attractive gateways to the city supplemented by a
coordinated way finding signage.
8. Transportation system that accommodates all modes of
travel and is accessible to all.
The recommended development
patterns for the downtown
character area will promote the
following Quality Community
Objectives:
• Regional Identity
• Appropriate Business
• Heritage Preservation
• Open Space Preservation
• Environmental Protection
• Regional Cooperation
• Transportation Alternatives
• Housing Opportunities
• Traditional Neighborhood
• Infill Development
• Sense of Place
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DOWNTOWN AUGUSTA CHARACTER AREA
APPROPRIATE
LAND USES
(Where consistent
with recommended
development
patterns)
APPROPRIATE ZONING CLASSIFICATIONS (Where consistent with
recommended development patterns)
See Appendix D for a general summary of all zoning districts in Augusta
• Medium Density
Urban Residential
(4-6 units / acre)
• High Density
Urban Residential
(> 6 units / acre)
• Professional Office
• Neighborhood
Commercial
• General
Commercial
• Light Industrial
and warehousing
• Public /
Institutional
• Transportation /
Communications
and Utilities
• Parks / Recreation
and Conservation
• Mixed Use
Existing Zoning Districts and Overlays
• B-2 (General Business) – All types of office, commercial and
residential uses, including mixed-use developments, are permitted in
this district. Certain commercial uses permitted only by special
exception. Industrial uses are not permitted.
• L-I (Light Industrial) – All types of office, commercial, light industrial
and warehousing uses are permitted in this district. Heavy industrial
and residential uses are not permitted.
• PDR (Planned Development Riverfront) – An overlay district covering
the Savannah riverfront and part of downtown Augusta. The list of
permitted land uses is more restrictive than in the underlying zone, and
development plans are subject to review by the Riverfront
Development Review Board.
• Savannah River Corridor Protection District – An overlay district that
establishes a 100-foot vegetative buffer along the Savannah River
throughout Augusta. Within the district certain land uses are
permitted, but facilities for the receiving, storage or disposal of
hazardous or solid wastes are prohibited.
• Downtown Local Historic District – An overlay district established
under the city’s historic preservation ordinance that covers a large part
of the downtown. Any material change affecting the exterior of
property within the district is subject to design review by the city’s
Historic Preservation Commission. The underlying zoning is not
affected by the historic district designation.
Potential Amendments to Current Zoning, Zoning Districts and Overlays
• Rezoning - Consider rezoning areas currently zoned L-I (Light
Industrial) to B-2 (General Business)
• Mixed-Use Zoning District – Consider developing a mixed-use zoning
district that would replace the existing zoning classifications in
downtown with a district that allows residential and non-residential
uses on single sites or in single structures.
• Form-Based Code or Conservation District Design Guidelines
• PDR (Planned Development Riverfront) - Amend boundaries,
development standards and / or list of permitted uses to achieve goals
and objectives of the Joint Master Plan for Augusta, Georgia and North
Augusta, South Carolina Regional Urban Core
IMPLEMENTATION MEASURES: Please see the Implementation Program portion of the document
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OLD CITY NEIGHBORHOODS CHARACTER AREA
Location and General Description: This character area includes predominantly residential
neighborhoods located within the old city limits of Augusta. Most of these neighborhoods were
developed prior to World War II and reflect the major characteristics of so-called “traditional”
neighborhoods. The traditional neighborhoods include Olde Town, May Park, Uptown, Laney-Walker,
Bethlehem, Turpin Hill, Harrisburg (including the area formerly known as West End), Academy-Baker,
Pendleton King, Summerville and Sand Hills.
With the exception of Uptown, the remaining neighborhoods reflect a combination of characteristics
found in traditional neighborhoods and post-war suburbs. Among the characteristics that distinguish
Highland Park, Albion Acres / Forest Acres and Forest Hills as newer neighborhoods are the
predominance of single-family detached units on lots of similar size, residential uses separated from
other uses, a varied street pattern with curvilinear patterns predominating, few, if any, sidewalks, off-
street parking with driveways and commercial uses at the edge of the neighborhood.
Uptown is a neighborhood that has been in transition for many years. Low-density residences were once
the predominant land use in the neighborhood, along with some institutional uses. Today, the area is
dominated by a regional activity center that includes the medical complex, commercial land uses,
professional offices and Paine College. Low density residential development is still evident on 2-3
streets in the northwest corner of the neighborhood, but the overall transition is expected to continue.
The Medical College of Georgia (MCG) will purchase and redevelop the 15 acres that was until recently
the site of the Gilbert Manor Public Housing complex. MCG also plans to purchase other property off
the main campus for new student housing. In addition, MCG Health, Inc. has been expanding into the
area west of 15th Street and is expected to continue to do so.
Historic residential structures / Olde Town neighborhood
TYPICAL CHARACTER
• Mix of traditional neighborhoods and
post-war suburbs
• Varying architectural styles and housing
types
• Varying lot sizes
• Institutional and neighborhood
commercial interspersed with residential
• Grid pattern of streets
• Alleys in several neighborhoods
• Sidewalks in many neighborhoods
• Medium-to-high access to public transit
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OLD CITY NEIGHBORHOODS CHARACTER AREA
Vision for Old City Neighborhoods: The focus of activity in this character area will be continued
redevelopment in some neighborhoods and maintaining the stability in other neighborhoods.
Redevelopment is occurring, and will occur, in several “traditional” neighborhoods, including Olde
Town, May Park, Laney-Walker, Bethlehem, Turpin Hill, Harrisburg and Sand Hills. The vision for
redevelopment includes the removal of deteriorated and dilapidated structures, the construction and / or
rehabilitation of single-family housing, new commercial establishments and offices, more shopping and
entertainment facilities, more community facilities and services, more job opportunities and
improvements in the appearance of the neighborhoods. Physical redevelopment will be done in a
manner consistent with existing development patterns and the historic character and architecture of
these neighborhoods. Residential land uses will continue to predominate in these neighborhoods as
redevelopment progresses. The remaining neighborhoods are relatively stable and any needed public
actions will be designed to reinforce that stability.
Open space is an asset to new residences in a
redeveloping neighborhood
Infill housing can match the scale and design of
existing houses and still be affordable
RECOMMENDED DEVELOPMENT PATTERNS STATE QUALITY
COMMUNITY OBJECTIVES
1. Maintain low-density single-family residential development in
areas where it is already the predominant land use. Protect from
encroachment by conflicting land uses.
2. Infill residential development at densities compatible with the
surrounding area. Site design reflects traditional neighborhood
patterns and existing architectural styles.
3. Redevelopment projects (housing and economic development)
in neighborhoods targeted for such activities.
4. Additional commercial and retail development in under-served
neighborhoods.
5. Neighborhood activity centers that provide a focal point for
community services and a location for appropriately-scaled retail
establishments.
6. Expanded regional activity center encompassing the medical
complex and Paine College. More direct connections between
the activity center and downtown.
7. Expanded academic facilities at Augusta State University
campus on Wrightsboro Road
8. Attractive gateways supplemented by a coordinated way finding
signage
The recommended development
patterns for the Old City
Neighborhood character area
will promote the following
Quality Community Objectives:
• Regional Identity
• Heritage Preservation
• Open Space Preservation
• Environmental Protection
• Educational Opportunities
• Employment Options
• Transportation Alternatives
• Housing Opportunities
• Traditional Neighborhood
• Infill Development
• Sense of Place
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OLD CITY NEIGHBORHOODS CHARACTER AREA
APPROPRIATE
LAND USES
(Where consistent
with recommended
development
patterns)
APPROPRIATE ZONING CLASSIFICATIONS (Where consistent with
recommended development patterns)
See Appendix D for a general summary of all zoning districts in Augusta
• Low-Density
Urban Residential
(1-4 units / acre)
• Medium Density
Urban Residential
(4-6 units / acre)
• Professional Office
• Neighborhood
Commercial
• General
Commercial
• Light Industrial
and warehousing
• Heavy Industrial
• Public /
Institutional
• Transportation /
Communications
and Utilities
• Parks / Recreation
and Conservation
• Mixed Use
Existing Zoning Districts and Overlays
• R-1, R-1A, R-1B, R-1C, R-1D and R-1E - (Single-Family Residential
Zones) – All except R-1D and R-1E cover most of the old city
neighborhoods
• R-2 (Two-Family Residential Zone) – covers parts of a few
neighborhoods and spot zones
• R-3A, R-3B and R-3C (Multiple-Family Residential Zone)
• PUD (Planned Unit Development) Zone – located on a few scattered
sites.
• P-1 (Professional / Office) Zone – concentrations in the medical center
area and the vicinity of Trinity Hospital and the Uptown VA
• B-1 (Neighborhood Business) Zone - generally confined to major
streets and major intersections
• B-2 (General Business) – generally confined to major streets and
major intersections
• L-I (Light Industrial) – generally confined to areas near downtown and
where light manufacturing and warehousing facilities are located
• H-I (Heavy Industrial) – generally confined to locations where heavy
manufacturing done
• PDR (Planned Development Riverfront) – covers part of the Savannah
riverfront in Olde Town and the area in Harrisburg between the
Augusta Canal and the river
• Savannah River Corridor Protection District – An overlay district that
establishes a 100-foot vegetative buffer along the Savannah River
throughout Augusta. Within the district certain land uses are
permitted, but facilities for the receiving, storage or disposal of
hazardous or solid waste are prohibited.
• Local Historic District – An overlay district established under the
city’s historic preservation ordinance that covers the Summerville
neighborhood and part of the Olde Town neighborhood.
Potential Amendments to Current Zoning, Zoning Districts and Overlays
• Form-Based Code or Conservation District Design Guidelines in one
or more of the neighborhoods targeted for redevelopment.
IMPLEMENTATION MEASURES: Please see the Implementation Program portion of the document
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SOUTH AUGUSTA CHARACTER AREA
General Description: Suburban developed areas immediately south of the old city limits and bordering
Fort Gordon. South Augusta is characterized by a suburban pattern of development. Residential
development is characterized by low-density subdivisions with mostly single-family detached units on
uniform lots approximately ¼-acre in size. Apartment complexes are scattered throughout the area and
usually located in close proximity to employment centers, shopping and major roads. Curvilinear street
patterns predominate. There are generally few amenities for pedestrians (i.e. sidewalks, crosswalks),
and transit service is more limited than in the old city neighborhoods.
Example of Existing Single-Family Residence
Institutional uses, mostly churches, are scattered throughout the area. There is a concentration of larger
institutional uses, including the East Central Georgia Regional Hospital, Regional Youth Detention
Center and Development Campus and the Charles B. Webster Detention Center. Augusta Technical
College represents another major institutional use. Commercial development is characterized by
shopping centers, small strip centers, professional offices and individual commercial establishments
arranged in a linear pattern along the major streets and highways and clustered near interstate highway
(I-520) interchanges. The Augusta Mall is at the center of a regional activity center located where South
Augusta joins two other character areas.
South Augusta has been the focus of new residential and commercial development in recent years. New
public schools have been built, and public utilities upgraded and expanded to accommodate the growth.
Growth is expected to continue on the remaining undeveloped tracts in close proximity to established
residential and commercial uses.
TYPICAL CHARACTER
• Low-density residential subdivisions
dating from the 1950s-present
• Mostly single-family detached units
with some multi-family residential
• Residential separated from other uses
• Low pedestrian orientation
• Little or no public transit service
• Moderate-to-high degree of building
separation
• Varied street pattern with curvilinear
predominant
• Off-street parking with driveways
• Two Regional Activity Centers
• Conservation Area and Greenspace –
Butler Creek, Rocky Creek
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SOUTH AUGUSTA CHARACTER AREA
Vision for South Augusta: South Augusta continues to reflect a mix of housing types at low-to-
medium densities, while preserving the suburban-style, single-family residential character that is
predominant in the area. Targeted neighborhoods are revitalized through code enforcement, removal of
blight, infrastructure improvements and public-private investment in new and rehabilitated housing.
Large abandoned commercial properties are redeveloped into attractive, mixed-use facilities.
Established activity centers are the focus for enhanced recreation and education activities, retail
investment and job opportunities. Public investment has strengthened existing neighborhoods and
created a climate conducive for private development that complements the existing in style, appearance
and location. Attractive mixed-use developments are located on sites appropriate for infill development.
New infill residential development should be
compatible with the scale and density of existing
development
New commercial development close to the street
improves visibility and creates a pedestrian-
friendly shopping environment.
RECOMMENDED DEVELOPMENT PATTERNS
STATE QUALITY
COMMUNITY
OBJECTIVES
1. Maintain low-density single-family residential development in
areas where it is already the predominant land use.
2. Infill residential development at densities compatible with the
surrounding area. Site design reflects existing neighborhood
patterns and architectural styles.
3. Redevelopment projects (housing and economic development)
in targeted neighborhoods, and at large abandoned commercial
or industrial sites, targeted for such activities.
4. Additional commercial and retail development at major
intersections near underserved neighborhoods.
5. Expanded regional activity center in the areas around Augusta
Mall, Augusta Technical College and Diamond Lakes Park.
6. Reduce the reliance on autos by using sidewalks, bike lanes and
multi-use trails to connect residential neighborhoods to activity
centers (schools, parks, community centers, greenways,
neighborhood businesses and services).
7. Attractive gateways supplemented by a coordinated way finding
signage
The recommended development
patterns for the South Augusta
character area will promote the
following Quality Community
Objectives:
• Open Space Preservation
• Environmental Protection
• Educational Opportunities
• Employment Options
• Transportation Alternatives
• Housing Opportunities
• Infill Development
• Sense of Place
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SOUTH AUGUSTA CHARACTER AREA
APPROPRIATE
LAND USES
(Where consistent
with recommended
development
patterns)
APPROPRIATE ZONING CLASSIFICATIONS (Where consistent with
recommended development patterns)
See Appendix D for a general summary of all zoning districts in Augusta
• Low-Density
Urban
Residential
(1-4 units / acre)
• Medium Density
Urban
Residential
(4-6 units / acre)
• Professional
Office
• Neighborhood
Commercial
• General
Commercial
• Light Industrial
and warehousing
• Heavy Industrial
• Public /
Institutional
• Transportation /
Communications
and Utilities
• Parks /
Recreation and
Conservation
• Mixed Use
Existing Zoning Districts and Overlays
• A (Agricultural) – generally confined to scattered sites in the Barton
Chapel Rd. and south of Tobacco Rd. in the vicinity of Ft. Gordon Gate 5.
• R-1, R-1A, R-1B, R-1C, R-1D and R-1E - (Single-Family Residential
Zones) – All except R-1D and R-1E cover most of the conventional
suburban subdivisions.
• R-MH (Manufactured Home Residential) Zone - generally confined to
scattered sites in the Barton Chapel Rd. area, and south of Tobacco Rd.
between Peach Orchard and Windsor Spring Rd.
• R-2 (Two-Family Residential Zone) – Few if any duplex zones in the
character area.
• R-3A, R-3B and R-3C (Multiple-Family Residential Zone) – Confined
primarily to the apartment complexes scattered throughout the area
• PUD (Planned Unit Development) Zone – located on a few isolated sites in
the city.
• P-1 (Professional / Office) Zone – Located on a few scattered sites.
• B-1 (Neighborhood Business) Zone – Generally confined to major streets
and major intersections
• B-2 (General Business) – Generally confined to major streets and major
intersections
• L-I (Light Industrial) – Generally located in industrial parks and on
individual sites along or near major highways and interstates.
• H-I (Heavy Industrial) – Generally located in industrial parks and on
individual sites along or near major highways and interstates.
Potential Amendments to Current Zoning, Zoning Districts and Overlays
• Consider rezoning remaining pockets of A (Agricultural) tracts to either R-
1 (One-Family Residential) or R-MH (Residential Manufactured Home)
• Form-Based Code or Conservation District Design Guidelines in one or
more of the neighborhoods targeted for redevelopment.
• Mixed-Use Zoning District – Consider developing a mixed-use zoning
district that allows residential and non-residential uses on single sites or in
single structures. Target appropriate infill sites for this zoning
classification.
IMPLEMENTATION MEASURES: Please see the Implementation Program portion of the
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TYPICAL CHARACTER
• Low-density residential subdivisions dating
from the 1950s-present
• Mostly single-family detached units with
some multi-family residential
• Residential separated from other uses
• Low pedestrian orientation
• Little or no public transit service
• Moderate-to-high degree of building
separation
• Varied street pattern with curvilinear
predominant
• Off-street parking with driveways
• Martin Marietta Quarry
• Regional Activity Center – Augusta
Exchange,
• Augusta Canal National Heritage Area
• Surface water resources – Rock and Raes
Creeks, Savannah River
WEST AUGUSTA CHARACTER AREA
Location and General Description: Suburban
developed area in the northwest part of the city
bordering Columbia County. Like South Augusta,
West Augusta is an area reflecting the suburban
development patterns of the last 50-60 years. Low-
density residential subdivisions and commercial
development, dating from the 1950’s-1980s, are
predominant in the area. Apartment complexes of
varying ages are scattered throughout the area.
Developable land has become scarcer in recent
years, resulting in the development of more
attached townhouse and condominium complexes.
Transit service is more limited than in the old city
neighborhoods.
Commercial development in West Augusta is characterized
by shopping centers, professional offices and entertainment establishments arranged in a linear pattern
along the major streets and highways and clustered near interstate highway interchanges. The Augusta
Exchange Shopping Center functions as a regional commercial center. Low-density light industrial and
warehousing uses are located in close proximity to interstate interchanges. The one sizable heavy
industry is the Martin Marietta rock quarry located between Riverwatch Parkway and the Augusta
Canal.
The Augusta Canal National Heritage Area is a historic
resource and linear greenspace trail of regional, state and
national significance. Additional greenspace areas and potential
linear trail routes are scattered throughout the area. Gateways
into the city include I-20 at Riverwatch Parkway, I-20 at
Washington Road and Riverwatch Parkway from I-20 to
downtown. The Augusta National Golf Course is a major
landmark in the area.
Raes Creek
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WEST AUGUSTA CHARACTER AREA
Vision for West Augusta: Intended to promote limited development of the remaining vacant tracts
while preserving the single-family residential character that is predominant in the area. Commercial
development will be confined to existing locations and any additional redevelopment of commercial
sites will be buffered from adjoining residential areas. Mixed-use development will be encouraged on
sites being redeveloped.
Narrow setbacks, sidewalks and street trees make
neighborhoods more attractive and walkable.
Bike lanes and multi-use trails can connect
neighborhoods to activity centers such as schools,
recreation facilities and greenspace.
RECOMMENDED DEVELOPMENT PATTERNS
STATE QUALITY
COMMUNITY
OBJECTIVES
1. Maintain low-density single-family residential development in areas
where it is already the predominant land use.
2. Infill residential development at densities compatible with the
surrounding area. Site design reflects existing neighborhood patterns
and architectural styles.
3. Additional commercial and retail development confined to designated
interchanges and intersections.
4. Promote mixed-use development at appropriate locations to reduce
development footprint, encourage more walking and biking and create
a sense of place.
5. Allow for limit industrial and warehousing development in areas where
already located. Provide adequate buffers from adjoining residential,
public and institutional development.
6. Reduce the reliance on autos by using sidewalks, bike lanes and multi-
use trails to connect residential neighborhoods to schools, parks,
community centers, greenways, neighborhood businesses and services.
7. Attractive gateways into the city supplemented by a coordinated way
finding signage
The recommended development
patterns for the West Augusta
character area will promote the
following Quality Community
Objectives:
• Open Space Preservation
• Environmental Protection
• Educational Opportunities
• Employment Options
• Transportation Alternatives
• Housing Opportunities
• Infill Development
• Sense of Place
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WEST AUGUSTA CHARACTER AREA
APPROPRIATE
LAND USES
(Where consistent
with recommended
development
patterns)
APPROPRIATE ZONING CLASSIFICATIONS (Where consistent with
recommended development patterns)
See Appendix D for a general summary of all zoning districts in Augusta
• Low-Density
Urban Residential
(1-4 units / acre)
• Medium Density
Urban Residential
(4-6 units / acre)
• Professional Office
• Neighborhood
Commercial
• General
Commercial
• Light Industrial
and warehousing
• Public /
Institutional
• Transportation /
Communications
and Utilities
• Parks / Recreation
and Conservation
• Mixed Use
Existing Zoning Districts and Overlays
• A (Agricultural) – generally confined to public lands along the riverfront
and Augusta Canal.
• R-1, R-1A, R-1B, R-1C, R-1D and R-1E - (Single-Family Residential
Zones) – All except R-1D and R-1E cover most of the conventional
suburban subdivisions. A few scattered R-1D and R-1E zones.
• R-2 (Two-Family Residential Zone) – Few, if any, duplex zones in the
character area.
• R-3A, R-3B and R-3C (Multiple-Family Residential Zone) – Confined
primarily to the apartment complexes scattered throughout the area and to
some of the newer single-family attached dwellings and condominiums.
• PUD (Planned Unit Development) Zone – located on a few isolated sites in
the city. (see Woodbluff and Willow Ridge)
• P-1 (Professional / Office) Zone – Located on a few scattered sites, such as
the intersection of Walton Way Ext. and Pleasant Home Rd. and Skinner
Mill and Robert C. Daniel, Jr. Parkway.
• B-1 (Neighborhood Business) Zone – Generally confined to major streets
and major intersections
• B-2 (General Business) – Generally confined to major streets and major
intersections
• L-I (Light Industrial) – Generally located on individual sites along or near
major highways and interstates.
• H-I (Heavy Industrial) – generally confined to the area on and around the
Martin Marietta rock quarry.
• PDR (Planned Development Riverfront) – An overlay district covering the
Savannah riverfront and the Augusta Canal in the character area.
• Savannah River Corridor Protection District – An overlay district that
establishes a 100-foot vegetative buffer along the Savannah River
throughout Augusta.
Potential Amendments to Current Zoning Districts and Overlays
• Mixed-Use Zoning District – Consider developing a mixed-use zoning
district that allows residential and non-residential uses on single sites
or in single structures.
IMPLEMENTATION MEASURES: Please see the Implementation Program portion of the
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EAST AUGUSTA CHARACTER AREA
Location and General Description: East Augusta is characterized by a mix of natural resource areas,
industrial uses and limited residential and commercial land uses. Residential development includes some
conventional subdivisions dating from the 1950s -1970s, some apartment complexes and newer
townhouse and condominium development, some of which is located along the Savannah Riverfront.
The conventional subdivisions are concentrated in the northeast (e.g. Hornsby, Eastview, and Marion
Homes), central (e.g. Hyde Park, Aragon Park, Lombardy and Virginia Heights) and south central (e.g.
Apple Valley) parts of East Augusta. All of these conventional subdivisions are located in close
proximity to industrial land uses.
Example of Single-Family Residence
Commercial development is fairly limited and
characterized by stand-alone businesses such as
convenience stores, gas/food marts, and discount
retailers. East Augusta is home to much of
Augusta’s warehousing, light industry and heavy
industry. Heavy industries include those
producing chemicals, paper and wood products,
clay products, transportation equipment and food
products. Warehousing facilities tend to be
located in close proximity to the surface
transportation network especially along the major
highways and near interstate interchanges, or in
close proximity to railroad lines.
Heavy industry on Columbia Nitrogen Road
TYPICAL CHARACTER
• Low-density residential subdivisions
dating from the 1950s-present
• Mostly single-family detached units with
some multi-family residential
• Low pedestrian orientation
• Some public transit service
• Moderate-to-high degree of building
separation
• Varied street pattern with curvilinear
predominant
• Off-street parking with driveways
• Regional Activity Center – Augusta
Regional Airport
• Natural Resources and Conservation
Areas
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EAST AUGUSTA CHARACTER AREA
Vision for East Augusta: The predominant low-density, single-family residential character of East
Augusta’s established neighborhoods is preserved. At the same time, targeted neighborhoods and
streets are revitalized through code enforcement, removal of blight, infrastructure improvements and
public-private-nonprofit investment in new and rehabilitated housing. The neighborhoods and nearby
industry coexist, but are separated from one another. New industry is concentrated near Augusta
Regional Airport. A new gateway and major commercial node has been developed at the I-520 / Sand
Bar Ferry Rd. interchange. Conservation and environmentally-sensitive areas are preserved and used
for education, recreation and eco-tourism.
Affordable infill housing can come in a variety of
styles and sizes to fit redevelopment goals
Neighborhood commercial development is
attractive to residents and visitors
RECOMMENDED DEVELOPMENT PATTERNS
STATE QUALITY
COMMUNITY
OBJECTIVES
1. Maintain low-density single-family residential development in
areas where it is already the predominant land use.
2. Limited infill residential development at appropriate locations
and at densities compatible with the surrounding area. Site
design reflects existing neighborhood patterns and architectural
styles.
3. Redevelopment projects (housing and economic development)
in neighborhoods targeted for such activities.
4. Additional commercial and retail development in underserved
neighborhoods.
5. Neighborhood activity centers that provide a focal point for
community services and a location for appropriately-scaled retail
establishments.
6. New development and gateway at I-520 @ Sand Bar Ferry Rd. /
Laney-Walker Blvd. interchange.
7. Expanded regional activity center (e.g. new business and
industry) encompassing Augusta Regional Airport and
surrounding area.
8. Any new heavy industry located in areas removed from
established neighborhoods.
9. Continued preservation and management of significant natural
resources (Phinizy Swamp, Savannah River, etc.), promote their
use for passive-use tourism and recreation.
10. Attractive gateways supplemented by a coordinated way finding
signage.
The recommended development
patterns for the East Augusta
character area will promote the
following Quality Community
Objectives:
• Appropriate Business
• Open Space Preservation
• Environmental Protection
• Educational Opportunities
• Employment Options
• Transportation Alternatives
• Housing Opportunities
• Infill Development
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EAST AUGUSTA CHARACTER AREA
APPROPRIATE
LAND USES
(Where consistent
with recommended
development
patterns)
APPROPRIATE ZONING CLASSIFICATIONS (Where consistent with
recommended development patterns)
See Appendix D for a general summary of all zoning districts in Augusta
• Low-Density
Urban Residential
(1-4 units / acre)
• Medium Density
Urban Residential
(4-6 units / acre)
• Professional Office
• Neighborhood
Commercial
• General
Commercial
• Light Industrial
and warehousing
• Heavy Industrial
• Public /
Institutional
• Transportation /
Communications
and Utilities
• Parks / Recreation
and Conservation
• Mixed Use
Existing Zoning Districts and Overlays
• A (Agricultural) – Covers much of the Phinizy Swamp, Savannah River
floodplain and other low-lying land in the character area.
• R-1, R-1A, R-1B, R-1C, R-1D and R-1E - (Single-Family Residential
Zones) – Most conventional suburban residential subdivisions in the
character area are zoned R-1C.
• R-MH (Manufactured Home Residential) Zone – A few sites so zoned
• R-2 (Two-Family Residential Zone) – Few, if any, duplex zones
• R-3A, R-3B and R-3C (Multiple-Family Residential Zone) – Multi-family
zoning largely confined to conventional apartment complexes
• PUD (Planned Unit Development) Zone – a mixed-use district (residential,
commercial, institutional and open space) currently found sparingly
anywhere in the city.
• P-1 (Professional / Office) Zone – Few, if any, professional zones
• B-1 (Neighborhood Business) Zone – Generally confined to major streets
and major intersections.
• B-2 (General Business) – Generally confined to major streets and major
intersections.
• L-I (Light Industrial) – Most concentrated on sites along Sand Bar Ferry
Rd. and Laney-Walker Blvd. Ext. and on scattered sites elsewhere.
• H-I (Heavy Industrial) – Most concentrated in industrial parks and sites
located along or near the following roads: Columbia Nitrogen, Sand Bar
Ferry, Gordon Hwy., Doug Barnard Pkwy. Mike Padgett Hwy., Marvin
Griffin Rd. and Goshen Industrial Blvd.
• PDR (Planned Development Riverfront) Zone – An overlay district
covering the Savannah riverfront, including that portion of the river levee
between East Boundary and a point near the intersection of Sand Bar Ferry
Rd. and Laney-Walker Blvd. Ext.
• Savannah River Corridor Protection District – An overlay district that
establishes a 100-foot vegetative buffer along the Savannah River
throughout Augusta. Within the district certain land uses are permitted,
but facilities for the receiving, storage or disposal of hazardous or solid
wastes are prohibited.
Potential Amendments to Current Zoning, Zoning Districts and Overlays
• Consider rezoning the Marion Homes subdivision to a single-family
classification
IMPLEMENTATION MEASURES: Please see the Implementation Program portion of the document
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TYPICAL CHARACTER
• Low-density residential subdivisions
dating from the 1950s-present
• Mostly single-family detached units
with some multi-family residential
• Concentrations of attached townhouse
and patio home development
• Residential separated from other uses
• Low pedestrian orientation
• No public transit service
• Moderate-to-high degree of building
separation
• Varied street pattern with curvilinear
predominant
• Off-street parking with driveways
• Regional Activity Center centered on
Doctor’s Hospital
• Proximity to Fort Gordon
BELAIR CHARACTER AREA
Location and General Description: Belair includes land uses and development patterns typical of
suburban developing areas, rural residential areas and highway commercial corridors. These
development patterns are influenced to one extent or another by the area’s proximity to Doctor’s
Hospital, Fort Gordon, regional shopping centers (e.g. Augusta Mall, Augusta Exchange), Interstates 20
and 520 and Jimmie Dyess Parkway.
Low-density, suburban residential development started to
occur in the 1950s and accelerated in the last 25 years. The
opening of Jimmie Dyess Parkway in 1998 fueled the
development of several new subdivisions in the last decade.
Most of the conventional subdivisions are in the area
bounded by Gordon Highway, Powell Road, Wrightsboro
Road and the Bobby Jones Expressway. Higher density
single-family development and apartment complexes are
clustered in the area around Doctor’s Hospital. Rural
residential uses, mostly a mix of stick-built and
manufactured homes on larger lots, characterize the area
west of Powell Road to the Columbia County line, and along part of Wrightsboro Road and Maddox
Road.
Suburban commercial development in the area has been
fairly steady over the last two decades. The area around
Doctor’s Hospital and along Wheeler Road has been
gradually developing with a mix of professional offices,
suburban and highway-oriented commercial uses and
service establishments. The frontage roads bordering
Interstates 20 and 520 include a mix of shopping
centers, offices, standalone commercial, light industry
and warehousing and institutional uses. The recently-
opened T-Mobile Customer Service Center and the
Automatic Data Processing, Inc. facility under
construction are indicative of the types of service
companies attracted to the area.
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BELAIR CHARACTER AREA
Vision for Belair: Suburban pattern of development predominates with low and medium-density residential
development concentrated in areas where already established. Interstate interchanges, frontage roads and other
identified nodes are home to new commercial and light industrial / warehousing development. Public facilities
and services have been expanded to meet the demand of a growing population. The Doctor’s Hospital activity
center is home to a mix of health care-related businesses, offices, medium-density housing and commercial
establishments. Jimmie Dyess Pkwy., Gordon Highway and Wrightsboro Rd. are attractive corridors with a
limited number of vehicle access points.
Common open space can serve as a focal point
and gathering spot in medium density residential
development
Sidewalks, landscaping and buried utilities
improve the appearance of commercial corridors
and improve pedestrian access from nearby
neighborhoods.
RECOMMENDED DEVELOPMENT PATTERNS
STATE QUALITY
COMMUNITY
OBJECTIVES
1. Promote moderate density, traditional neighborhood development
(TND) style residential subdivisions.
2. Promote mixed-use development blending residential and non-
residential uses (schools, parks, recreation, neighborhood business,
office).
3. Promote the development of conservation subdivisions wherever new
residential development is proposed in the character area.
4. Reduce the reliance on autos by using sidewalks, bike lanes and multi-
use trails to connect residential neighborhoods to activity centers
(schools, parks, community centers, neighborhood businesses and
services).
5. Wherever possible, connect established neighborhoods to a regional
network of greenspace and trails
6. Promote interconnections between residential subdivisions via streets,
sidewalks and multi-use paths.
7. Create linkages between conservation areas / greenways and adjacent
development for bicycle-pedestrian access.
8. Maintain appropriate buffers between development and Fort Gordon.
9. Attractive gateways to the city supplemented by a coordinated way
finding signage
The recommended development
patterns for the Belair character
area will promote the following
Quality Community Objectives:
• Regional Identity
• Growth Preparedness
• Appropriate Business
• Educational Opportunities
• Employment Options
• Open Space Preservation
• Environmental Protection
• Regional Cooperation
• Transportation Alternatives
• Regional Solutions
• Housing Opportunities
• Infill Development
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BELAIR CHARACTER AREA
APPROPRIATE
LAND USES
(Where consistent
with recommended
development
patterns)
APPROPRIATE ZONING CLASSIFICATIONS (Where consistent with
recommended development patterns)
See Appendix D for a general summary of all zoning districts in Augusta
• Rural Residential
(< 1 unit / acre)
• Low-Density
Urban Residential
(1-4 units / acre)
• Medium Density
Urban Residential
(4-6 units / acre)
• Professional Office
• Neighborhood
Commercial
• General
Commercial
• Light Industrial
and warehousing
• Public /
Institutional
• Transportation /
Communications
and Utilities
• Parks / Recreation
and Conservation
• Mixed Use
Existing Zoning Districts and Overlays
• A (Agricultural) – Scattered throughout the area with concentrations
between Wheeler Rd. and Wrightsboro Rd., along parts of Gordon Hwy.
and west of Jimmie Dyess Pkwy. to the Columbia County line.
• R-1, R-1A, R-1B, R-1C, R-1D and R-1E - (Single-Family Residential
Zones) – Scattered throughout the area with concentrations in established
and newer subdivisions off Belair Rd. and Dyess Pkwy. Isolated R-1B
zone at the Sharon Rd. neighborhood.
• R-MH (Manufactured Home Residential) Zone – A few scattered sites are
so zoned.
• R-2 (Two-Family Residential Zone) – Few, if any, duplex zones
• R-3A, R-3B and R-3C (Multiple-Family Residential Zone) – Multi-family
zoning largely confined to some apartment complexes
• PUD (Planned Unit Development) Zone – Hillcreek subdivision is the only
PUD in this character area.
• P-1 (Professional / Office) Zone – Few, if any, professional zones. Most
professional offices located in commercial zones.
• B-1 (Neighborhood Business) Zone – Generally confined to locations close
to Doctor’s Hospital, including several attached townhouse developments.
• B-2 (General Business) – Concentrated in the Doctor’s Hospital area,
along and near the frontage roads, along parts of Wrightsboro Rd. and near
the Dyess Pkwy. / Gordon Hwy. intersection.
• L-I (Light Industrial) – Most concentrated on sites in the area bounded by
Gordon Hwy., Barton Chapel Rd. and I-520, and northwest of I-20
• H-I (Heavy Industrial) – Most concentrated along frontage roads north of
I-20.
Potential Amendments to Current Zoning, Zoning Districts and Overlays
• Mixed-Use Zoning District – Consider developing a mixed-use zoning
district that allows residential and non-residential uses on single sites or in
single structures.
• Consider rezoning additional land from “A” (Agricultural) to R-1 (Single-
Family Residential to accommodate expected residential growth.
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TYPICAL CHARACTER
• Low-density residential on lots exceeding
¾ acre.
• Mostly single-family detached units (stick-
built and manufactured homes)
• Increasing subdivision development
• Little pedestrian activity or transit use
• Moderate-to-high degree of building
separation
• Varied street / road pattern
• Off-street parking with driveways
• Scattered commercial and industrial
development
• Scattered woodlands, farmlands and open
space
SOUTH RICHMOND CHARACTER AREA
Location and General Description: South
Richmond is another part of the city undergoing a
transition. Rural residences, woodlands, surface
water resources, open space and agricultural uses
predominate, but some conventional suburban
residential development is taking place. The rural
residential development pattern is characterized
by stick-built and manufactured houses on lots
exceeding ¾-acre in size. South Richmond has a
high number of flagpole lot developments. Most
rural residences tend to front on, or have access to
the major arterial and collector roads in the area.
Woodlands, open space and agricultural uses are
scattered throughout the area. Significant natural
resources include the floodplains and wetlands of
the Savannah River and the tributary creeks that
drain the area (Spirit, Little Spirit and McBean). Aquifer recharge areas underlay much of the South
Richmond area. The Spirit Creek Educational Forest is a conservation use located in the area.
Standalone commercial establishments are scattered throughout the area and serve both local residents
and those passing through on the major highways. The Albion Kaolin mine is the largest industry in this
part of the city. The Augusta Corporate Park is a 1,730-acre industrial site owned and marketed by the
Development Authority of Richmond County located on Mike Padgett Highway (SR56) near the Burke
County line. Community facilities and institutional uses include the county landfill, public schools, fire
stations and recreation facilities. Among the factors contributing to the transition that South Richmond is
undergoing are the extension of water and sewer service, construction of new community facilities,
lower cost of land, improvements to the road network and proximity of the area to major roads.
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SOUTH RICHMOND CHARACTER AREA
Vision for South Richmond: South Richmond will maintain its predominant rural atmosphere
characterized by large tracts of forest land, open space, rural residences, some farms and creeks.
Additional suburban residential and commercial development will locate in areas designated for such
uses. Industrial development will be limited to existing locations and the Augusta Corporate Park.
Public facilities and services will be expanded as necessary to accommodate the growing population.
This conservation subdivision has a walking trail
located between residences and wetlands
Natural buffers protect creeks and provide habitat
for wildlife
RECOMMENDED DEVELOPMENT PATTERNS
STATE QUALITY
COMMUNITY
OBJECTIVES
1. Rural residential development scattered throughout the area
2. Target any new low-density residential for the “suburban” part
of the character area.
3. Promote the development of conservation subdivisions wherever
new residential development is proposed in the character area.
4. Promote the use of conservation easements by rural landowners
5. Confine any new neighborhood commercial and professional
office development to designated intersections.
6. Confine industrial and warehousing uses to the Augusta
Corporate Park site and any isolated sites already zoned for such
uses.
7. Protect water resources and other environmentally-sensitive
areas.
8. Establish attractive gateways to the city supplemented by
coordinated way finding signage.
The recommended development
patterns for the South
Richmond character area will
promote the following Quality
Community Objectives:
• Regional Identity
• Growth Preparedness
• Educational Opportunities
• Employment Options
• Open Space Preservation
• Environmental Protection
• Regional Cooperation
• Housing Opportunities
• Sense of Place
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SOUTH RICHMOND CHARACTER AREA
APPROPRIATE
LAND USES
(Where consistent
with recommended
development
patterns)
APPROPRIATE ZONING CLASSIFICATIONS (Where consistent with
recommended development patterns)
See Appendix D for a general summary of all zoning districts in Augusta
• Rural Residential
(< 1 unit / acre)
• Low-Density
Urban Residential
(1-4 units / acre)
• Professional Office
• Neighborhood
Commercial
• General
Commercial
• Light Industrial
and warehousing
• Heavy Industrial
• Public /
Institutional
• Transportation /
Communications
and Utilities
• Parks / Recreation
and Conservation
• Agriculture
• Forestry
Existing Zoning Districts and Overlays
• A (Agricultural) – This zone district covers a majority of the land area in
the character area.
• R-1, R-1A, R-1B, R-1C, R-1D and R-1E - (Single-Family Residential
Zones) – R-1 zone covers a large area roughly bounded by Spirit Creek,
Mike Padgett Hwy., Little Sprit Creek and Peach Orchard Road. Rezoned
from “A” in recent years to accommodate residential development. Other
single-family zones present on a limited, scattered-site basis.
• R-MH (Manufactured Home Residential) Zone – Present on a limited,
scattered-site basis.
• R-2 (Two-Family Residential Zone) – Little if any property in the
character area zoned for duplexes
• R-3A, R-3B and R-3C (Multiple-Family Residential Zone) – multi-family
zoning limited to scattered sites (see primarily the Goshen Plantation area).
• PUD (Planned Unit Development) Zone – a mixed-use district (residential,
commercial, institutional and open space) currently found sparingly
anywhere in the city.
• P-1 (Professional / Office) Zone – Little if any property in the character
area zoned for duplexes.
• B-1 (Neighborhood Business) Zone – generally confined to spot locations
and at major intersections
• B-2 (General Business) – generally confined to spot locations and major
intersections
• L-I (Light Industrial) – generally confined to spot locations on major
highways
• H-I (Heavy Industrial) – generally confined to existing industry near the
Savannah River, the Augusta Corporate Park site and the Albion Kaolin
mine.
Potential Amendments to Current Zoning, Zoning Districts and Overlays
• Consider rezoning additional land from “a” (Agricultural) to R-1 (Single-
Family Residential to accommodate expected residential growth.
IMPLEMENTATION MEASURES: Please see the Implementation Program portion of the document
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FORT GORDON CHARACTER AREA
Location and General Description: Fort Gordon is a
federal military reservation covering approximately
55,000 acres and located about 9 miles southwest of
downtown Augusta. Of the fort’s total land area,
approximately 44,000 acres are situated in Richmond
County. The remaining acreage is located in the
following counties: Jefferson, McDuffie and Columbia.
Fort Gordon is the home of the U. S. Army Signal
School and Center, the military’s largest training facility
in communications and electronics. The installation is also home to the Southeast Regional Medical,
Dental and Veterinary Commands as well as the Army’s only dental laboratory. Also stationed on the
installation are the National Security Agency–Georgia, and three deployable brigades: the 35th Signal
Brigade, the 513th Military Intelligence Brigade and the 359th Signal Brigade.
As the largest employer in Augusta, Fort Gordon’s economic impact on the local community is
approximately $1.4 billion annually. Land uses on the Fort include residences, offices, training facilities,
recreation facilities, commercial establishments, a hospital, an elementary school, open space and
operations and maintenance facilities. A substantial amount of
the fort’s acreage is wooded and / or used for training.
Unlike the other character areas in Augusta, Fort Gordon, which
is a federal military installation, is not subject to local land use
and development regulations. The fort is required to adhere to
mandates for land use planning, coordination with other federal
agencies and compliance with many federal laws and regulations.
According to the Partnership for Growth, Fort Gordon Joint
Land Use Study, (August 2005), military land use planning is
mandated by Army regulations. Installation master planning is based on Fort Gordon’s missions and
guidance contained in a variety of plans and documents. These plans and documents establish trends,
strategies, programs and resource requirements used by the fort to make short and long-range decisions.
From an organizational standpoint, daily operations and long-range planning are the responsibility of the
Garrison Commander and are coordinated with the Senior Mission Commander and Command Group.
Land use management falls under the authority of the Installation Real Property Planning Board
(RPPB). The RPMP develops the Installation Commander's long-range (20 year) plan for the orderly
management and development of the real property assets of Fort Gordon, including land, facilities and
infrastructure. Personnel in several branches are involved in land use planning for the fort.
When planning and implementing projects affecting the installation, fort personnel must comply with a
variety of environmental, cultural, historic protection and restoration laws and regulations. In addition,
Army regulations stipulate coordinated planning with other federal agencies, such as with the U.S. Fish
& Wildlife Service regarding endangered species management on Army installations.
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VISION STATEMENT FOR FORT GORDON & ADJACENT COMMUNITIES
“To encourage an ongoing partnership that promotes development in the CSRA
while protecting Fort Gordon’s missions and operating environment within a
coordinated and flexible planning environment.”
Source: Partnership for Growth, Fort Gordon Joint Land Use Study, prepared by
the CSRA RDC, prepared for Fort Gordon, Augusta-Richmond County, Columbia
County, Jefferson County and McDuffie County, August 2005.
Vision and Future Development Pattern: Because Fort Gordon is not subject to local zoning and
development regulations, cooperation and communication are integral in continuing the mutually
beneficial relationship between the community and the installation. As outlined in the Community
Assessment, the City of Augusta and Fort Gordon coordinate with one another on issues and projects
related to education, land use, transportation, water resource protection, air quality, and water and
wastewater service. In addition, the City of Augusta has participated in a number of planning studies on
issues (noise, watershed management, future land use) affecting the fort and adjoining communities.
Most recently, the City participated in the preparation and adoption of the Partnership for Growth, Fort
Gordon Joint Land Use Study (JLUS), published in August 2005. The JLUS included the following
vision statement for the fort and the adjacent communities:
Fort Gordon is vital to the economy, social fabric and quality of life in Augusta and the CSRA. The
future development pattern on the installation is one that will be attractive to those who live and / or
work on the installation, as well as an asset to the community at large. The City of Augusta will continue
the cooperative relationship with Fort Gordon to ensure that the installation’s current missions are
achieved, to help add new missions and to ensure that land use adjacent to the fort is compatible with the
installation’s missions and future development pattern. To accomplish the vision for Fort Gordon and
the adjacent communities, the City of Augusta will implement the JLUS recommended action to prevent
encroachment on the installation. The implementation of the JLUS recommendations, combined with the
ongoing cooperation between the City of Augusta and Fort Gordon will help achieve the following State
Quality Community Objectives:
1. Regional Identity Objective: Fort Gordon is an integral part of the area’s economy and way of
life and a key component of the future health and well being of the city and region.
2. Growth Preparedness Objective: The JLUS recommendations and other related initiatives will
help the City of Augusta and Fort Gordon prepare for future growth in a manner that is beneficial
to both entities.
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3. Appropriate Businesses Objective: An important component of the City’s economic
development strategy is to recruit military-related business and industry, stressing the availability
of trained, experienced personnel at or retiring from Fort Gordon.
4. Environmental Protection Objective: The City of Augusta and Fort Gordon cooperate on a
number of initiatives to improve air quality and protect environmentally sensitive areas. The Fort
works daily to be a good steward of the environmental resources on the installation and to
prevent off-site problems related to these resources.
5. Regional Cooperation Objective: The JLUS is but one example of the cooperation between
Fort Gordon and the region’s communities on a wide range of issues and concerns.
6. Regional Solutions Objective: The JLUS recommendations have been adopted by the Fort and
adjoining local governments as a way of addressing land use issues in a common manner.
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IMPLEMENTATION PROGRAM
This section outlines the strategy for implementing the Comprehensive Plan. The chapter outlines the
goals and policies for each of the plan elements covered in the Community Assessment: Housing,
Economic Development, Transportation, Community Facilities and Services, Historic (Cultural)
Resources, Natural Resources and Greenspace, Land Use and Intergovernmental Coordination. The
goals and policies address the issues and opportunities identified by stakeholders and through the
Community Assessment. The final list of issues and opportunities are listed earlier in the Community
Agenda. The chapter also includes the Short Term Work Program (STWP), the City’s five-year plan of
action for implementing the Comprehensive Plan.
Goals and Supporting Policies
The following goals and policies are the city-wide measures intended to reinforce the overall vision for
the community and at the same time support the vision and recommended development patterns for each
of the character areas. They also address the issues and opportunities outlined earlier in the Community
Agenda. Goals are broad statements of the desired future the city wants to achieve through the
Comprehensive Plan. Policies are the actions, incentives, coordination measures and regulations that
help achieve the goals. The goals and policies are grouped n the following categories:
Intergovernmental Coordination
Housing
Economic Development
Transportation
Community Facilities and Services
Historic (Cultural) Resources
Natural Resources and Greenspace
Land Use / Growth Management
Intergovernmental Coordination Goal – Use appropriate methods to ensure coordination
and sharing of information with other city departments, community stakeholders, adjacent
local governments and the general public
1. Coordinate planning and development review with the Richmond County Board of Education
a. Planning Commission and School Board collaborate as necessary on new school location
sites
b. Continue collaborating on plan review for new schools and school expansion / upgrade
projects
c. Share information regarding population change, development patterns and school
enrollment
d. Continue to have a School Board member as an ex-officio member of the Planning
Commission
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2. Coordinate planning and development review with the cities of Hephzibah and Blythe
a. Continue to review and update the Service Delivery Strategy for Augusta, Hephzibah and
Blythe as a means of ensuring the effective and efficient delivery of public services
throughout Richmond County
b. Continue the joint review and comment process required by the Agreement to Resolve
Land Use Classification Disputes. The agreement, part of the Service Delivery Strategy,
spells out an intergovernmental review process for proposed zoning or land use map
changes affecting property within 1,000 feet of a common boundary.
3. Coordinate with Fort Gordon on issues of mutual interest and concern and in accordance with
state law
a. Incorporate recommendations from the Fort Gordon Joint Land Use Study (JLUS) into
the Comprehensive Plan and ongoing planning activities
b. Continue to seek recommendations from Fort Gordon regarding proposed rezoning or
special exceptions affecting property within 3,000 feet of the fort boundary as required by
O.C.G.A. 36-66.6 and included in Section 35-9 of the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance
for Augusta-Richmond County
c. Continue to coordinate with the fort on the operation, maintenance and improvement of
the fort’s water and sewer systems
d. Assist as necessary with the implementation of the Army Compatible Use Buffer
(ACUB) program. This is a program in which the fort seeks to enter into land use and
conservation easements with willing land owners, to limit incompatible development
adjacent to mission sensitive areas on the installation.
e. Coordinate with Fort Gordon on the planning and implementation of projects related to
land use, transportation, environmental protection (water quality, air quality, noise, etc.)
4. Integrate the Comprehensive Plan’s recommended development patterns into the site plan and
subdivision review processes
a. Use infrastructure improvements (water and sewer extensions, road improvements, etc.)
to direct growth to infill areas, planned growth areas and areas in need of redevelopment
5. Increase public involvement in the city’s planning and development process
a. Continue to publish and disseminate an annual report of the Planning Commission’s
activities and projects
b. Conduct an annual meeting of the Comprehensive Plan Committee to review
development activities and assess the need for any amendments to the Comprehensive
Plan
c. Use the Planning Commission website and other outlets to disseminate development
information to the public and other stakeholders
Housing Goal - Provide housing choice, in a variety of price ranges, for both homeowners and
renters.
1. Provide a regulatory climate conducive to housing development in a variety of price ranges
a. Work to remove any regulatory barriers to affordable housing
b. Explore ways to reduce the regulatory complexity in building codes and help spur the
rehabilitation and reuse of existing residential structures
2. Preserve the existing housing stock through repair, rehabilitation and code enforcement.
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3. Protect residential areas from encroachment by incompatible land uses and adverse
environmental conditions.
4. Address the housing needs of an aging population by exploring tools that provide more housing
choices for senior citizens (e.g. accessory living units)
5. Provide access to homeownership for first time buyers, especially low and moderate- income
households.
6. Provide training and capacity-building assistance to established Community Housing
Development Organizations (CHDOs)
7. Partner with CHDOs and other entities to provide affordable housing for low and moderate-
income households
8. Assemble land and vacant properties for use in increasing the supply of affordable housing
9. Develop and implement redevelopment plans for neighborhoods identified as needing
redevelopment
10. Rehabilitate owner and renter housing units occupied by low and moderate-income households
11. Establish homeownership counseling and training programs in cooperation with local providers
12. Coordinate neighborhood preservation and redevelopment initiatives with neighborhood
associations, non-profit organizations, private developers and other stakeholders.
Economic Development Goal - Expand the economic diversity of the community and foster a
climate that is conducive to business growth and development.
1. Promote quality of life enhancements that reinforce Augusta as a good place to live, work and
play
2. Attract new business and industry to the city
a. Work with the Development Authority of Richmond County and other stakeholders in
targeted marketing of the community to the following industries: life sciences, customer
service, aviation and military
b. Work with the appropriate stakeholders to attract new retail and service establishments to
underserved parts of the city
c. Locate new industry and business on appropriate sites in industrial parks, designated
activity centers and elsewhere
d. Continue to offer financing programs, tax incentives and credits, and technical assistance
to new and existing business and industry
3. Promote the growth and expansion of existing business and industry
4. Support the expansion of medical care, education and research throughout the city
a. Support the expansion of the Medical College of Georgia and other medical institutions
b. Foster the growth of medical research and development programs sponsored by the
Georgia Medical Center Authority
5. Support Fort Gordon as a key component of the regional economy
a. Support the development of new missions at Fort Gordon and protect the fort from
encroachment by conflicting land uses
b. Coordinate with the fort on other issues of mutual interest and concern related to land
use, transportation, air quality, environmental protection, noise and community facilities
and services
6. Provide a trained, educated labor force for new and expanding business
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a. Continue to support and advertise job training, business assistance and education
programs available through the University of Georgia Small Business Development
Center, CSRA Business League, Inc., Augusta Technical College, Georgia Tech
Economic Development Institute and the CSRA Regional Development Center
7. Foster job creation and economic development in areas in need of redevelopment
a. Implement the Redevelopment Plan for Augusta’s Tax Allocation District
b. Develop and implement redevelopment plans for neighborhoods identified as needing
redevelopment
c. Offer incentives for investment in neighborhoods in need of redevelopment
8. Encourage the redevelopment of older retail shopping centers and districts
9. Promote the continued revitalization of downtown Augusta
a. Support and participate in the implementation of projects included in the Joint Master
Plan for the Augusta, Georgia and North Augusta, South Carolina Urban Core
Transportation Goal – A transportation system that is accessible to all citizens, provides for the
efficient movement of people, goods and services, is integrated with planned land use, and
provides mode choice.
1. Promote planned improvements to the transportation network, including critical connections to
other parts of Georgia and the Nation
a. Implement transportation improvement projects in the Augusta Regional Transportation
Study (ARTS) Long Range Transportation Plan and Transportation Improvement
Program
b. Support completion of the remaining segments of the Savannah River Parkway and Fall
Line Freeway
c. Implement transportation improvement projects in the City’s SPLOST-funded
Construction Work Program
d. Promote the implementation of commuter and intercity rail passenger service through
Augusta
2. Make more efficient use of the existing surface transportation system and encourage more
walking and biking
a. Promote interconnectivity within and between subdivisions
b. Implement projects in the ARTS Advanced Transportation Management System (ATMS)
Master Plan (February 2002)
3. Promote and support planned improvements to local airports
a. Implement applicable improvement projects at Augusta Regional Airport and Daniel
Field
4. Maintain and expand the local public transportation system
a. Develop and implement an updated Transit Development Plan for Augusta Public Transit
b. Acquire a site and build a new transit transfer facility in south Augusta
5. Reduce or eliminate conflicts between freight railroad and vehicular traffic
a. Implement rail relocation projects in cooperation with the railroads and other
stakeholders
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6. Increase the number and extent of bicycle and pedestrian facilities
a. Implement projects in the ARTS Regional Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan (January 2003)
7. Improve access to/use of transportation facilities by the handicapped and disabled
Community Facilities and Services Goal -Provide public facilities and services that meet the needs
of residents and businesses, enhance the quality of life, and protect natural resources.
1. Expand municipal water and sewer systems in accordance with established plans
a. Implement improvements to the water and sewer systems in accordance with the Master
Plan 2000 for Waste and Wastewater Systems, 2000, and any subsequent amendments to
the plan.
2. Adjust the service area and / or location of fire stations in response to shifts in residential and
commercial development patterns and to replace outdated facilities
3. Make improvements to roads and bridges that enhance safety, reduce congestion and respond to
expected growth patterns
a. Implement road, bridge and drainage improvement projects included in the Construction
Work Program for the City’s Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax Program
b. Implement road, bridge, transit, enhancement, and related projects included in the
Transportation Improvement Program for the Augusta Regional Transportation Study
4. Provide alternative modes of transportation that meet the needs of those without automobiles,
connect neighborhoods to schools and workplaces, and enhance recreation opportunities
5. Work with the Board of Education to maintain existing public schools and facilitate the development
of new ones in appropriate locations
6. Provide and maintain recreation and park facilities that meet the needs of residents and visitors,
contribute to economic development, and help protect natural resources
a. Implement recreation and park projects included in the City’s Special Purpose Local
Option Sales Tax Program
7. Support cultural and entertainment facilities that enhance the quality of life and contribute to tourism
and economic development
8. Employ solid waste management practices that reduce the amount of waste going to the city landfill
each year
9. Provide law enforcement facilities and services that protect the health, safety and welfare of
residents, businesses and institutions
a. Make improvements to public safety facilities (police, fire, jail, EMS) as necessary to
accommodate increased demand.
Historic (Cultural) Resources Goal - Preserve historic resources and make them an integral
part of tourism, economic development, neighborhood revitalization and heritage education.
1. Establish procedures for the ongoing identification, nomination and protection of historic resources.
2. Nominate new properties and districts to the National Register and to the Georgia Register of
Historic Places as appropriate
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3. Continue to protect and preserve historic and cultural resources through design review, adaptive
reuse, technical assistance and other incentives
a. Support the design review process applicable to the established local historic properties
and districts
b. Continue to improve the aesthetics and appearance of historic districts with signage,
lighting, landscaping and other public improvements.
c. Support tax credit and other monetary incentives for the preservation and adaptive reuse
of historic resources.
d. Offer incentives for rehabilitating and reoccupying vacant, historic residential and
commercial structures.
e. Partner with the Augusta Tomorrow, the Downtown Development Authority and other
stakeholders to continue revitalization of downtown Augusta and the adjoining
neighborhoods.
f. Encourage residential development in the upper floors of historic commercial buildings
in downtown Augusta
g. Develop new methods for assuring that historic properties are not neglected
4. Support heritage education programs in the community
a. Partner with neighborhood associations, the Augusta Canal Authority, local history
museums and other stakeholders to increase public awareness about the city’s history,
historic and cultural resources and the individuals and institutions that have played a role
in the city’s history
b. Establish heritage education as part of the curriculum in local schools
Natural Resources and Greenspace Goal - Protect natural resources and use them as
appropriate to provide recreation opportunities, educate the public and increase tourism. Use
Greenspace to protect natural resources, provide additional recreation resources and enhance
the quality of life for all.
1. Protect Augusta-Richmond County’s watersheds
a. Continue to implement and enforce the provisions of local ordinances related to the
protection of aquifer and floodplains, water supply watersheds and the Savannah River
corridor
b. Continue to implement and enforce the Soil Erosion and Sediment Control Ordinance so
as to protect surface water resources
c. Implement Best Management Practices included in the Augusta-Richmond County
Watershed Assessment
d. Attempt to retain the present flow regime in the Savannah River. Oppose any effort to
implement long distance interbasin transfers of water from the Savannah River.
e. Participate in the regional water planning process pursuant to the Georgia Comprehensive
State-wide Water Management Plan.
2. Protect August-Richmond County’s groundwater recharge areas
a. Continue to implement and enforce the provisions of the local groundwater recharge
ordinance
b. Continue to implement and enforce the Soil Erosion and Sediment Control Ordinance so
as to protect groundwater resources
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3. Protect water quality and prevent flooding
a. Continue to implement and enforce the Soil Erosion and Sediment Control Ordinance so
as to protect water resources
b. Continue to monitor water quality and detect and eliminate illicit discharges into local
creeks and tributaries
c. Pursue the development of stormwater management infrastructure
d. Continue to implement the city’s Hazard Mitigation Plan related to flood-prone
properties
e. Continue to implement education and outreach programs related to water pollution and
water quality issues
f. Encourage voluntary actions by citizens, agencies and organizations related to water
protection and water quality
4. Continue to implement the Community Greenspace Program
a. Acquire properties or interests in properties, through donation, conservation easements or
purchase for the Community Greenspace Program.
b. Coordinate the Community Greenspace Program with the activities of other stakeholders,
such as the Augusta Canal Authority, Phinizy Swamp Nature Park, and the Recreation
and Parks Department
5. Protect the tree cover and open space in urbanizing parts of the city
a. Continue to implement and enforce the provisions of the city’s Tree Ordinance, and adopt
amendments to the same as necessary
b. Encourage more use of the Conservation Subdivision design in and near
environmentally-sensitive areas
Land Use / Growth Management Goal - Promote a land use pattern that accommodates growth
and revitalization while protecting established residential areas and natural resources.
Policies Supporting the Land Use / Growth Management Goal
The following policies will guide overall land-use decision-making in the city. The policies
outlined here build on the existing policies, taking into account the future vision for the city,
recent changes in land use, and the input provided by the public and other stakeholders. They
reflect the city’s basic approach to future land use, which is to protect neighborhoods, support
redevelopment in targeted areas and encourage a mix of infill development and new construction
in areas where urban services are either available or planned.
1. Guiding Policy: Encourage the preservation of residential areas by protecting them
from the encroachment of conflicting land uses
Augusta has many well-established, low-density neighborhoods. In many instances there
are active neighborhood associations committed to protecting the integrity of the
neighborhood and the quality of life. It is critical that neighborhoods are protected from
other land uses that are not compatible with them, such as higher-density residential
development, industrial facilities and commercial uses that generate high traffic volumes.
Maintaining the integrity of existing low-density, single-family zones is the primary
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means for preserving established neighborhoods. Requiring natural buffers or allowing
transitional land uses (e.g. professional offices, townhouses) are examples of other
methods used to minimize the impact of more intense land uses on neighborhoods.
2. Guiding Policy: Protect neighborhoods from the adverse effects of special exceptions
Special Exceptions are land uses permitted in any zone when the local government finds
that such use is essential or desirable to the public and is in keeping with the goals of the
Comprehensive Plan. Examples of land uses permitted by special exception under the
local zoning ordinance include churches, nursing homes, personal care homes, day care
facilities (children and adults), transitional housing, funeral homes and private recreation
facilities.
Special exceptions are carefully scrutinized because their impact on adjoining residential
areas can vary depending on the proposed use. For example, the effect of a new church
and related use is different from a family day care home. For this reason, special
exceptions are considered on a case-by-case basis in accordance with the requirements
and standards in the zoning ordinance. Minimum lot sizes, minimum road frontage,
restrictions on hours of operation, limits on outdoor lighting and minimum spacing
requirements are examples of the restrictions or conditions placed on special exceptions
to minimize their impact on adjoining residential areas. For many special exceptions, a
concept plan must be submitted at the time of application so that the effect of the use can
be evaluated. With the exception of churches, and church related activities, a special
exception must be established within six (6) months of approval or the special exception
is no longer valid.
3. Guiding Policy: Encourage the redevelopment of older neighborhoods
It is imperative that all of Augusta’s neighborhoods be desirable places in which to live
and recreate. It is clear from the facts in the Community Assessment, as well as the issues
raised by the public and stakeholders, that some neighborhoods have experienced a loss
of population, housing deterioration, and economic decline in the last few decades. The
resulting blight directly affects the remaining neighborhood residents, can lead to other
social ills (e.g. higher crime rate) and reduces the quality of life for all residents of
Augusta. These neighborhoods have been identified on both the Character Area and
Future Development maps.
It also is clear that the public, private and non-profit sectors are working cooperatively to
address many of the problems in older neighborhoods. Their combined efforts have
resulted in the construction and rehabilitation of housing, improvements to public
facilities, expansion of business, and creation of jobs. Much remains to be done, and this
policy supports efforts to redevelop neighborhoods in accordance with more specific
redevelopment plans and strategies.
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4. Guiding Policy: Encourage infill development
This policy complements the policy to redevelop certain neighborhoods and commercial
areas. It is designed to promote a more compact urban form and discourage the sprawl
pattern of development. The policy encourages development in areas where adequate
infrastructure (roads, utilities) and public facilities and services (fire and police
protection, parks) already exist. This policy will likely result in higher density
development on some infill sites. Overlay zoning and design guidelines are two of the
tools most often used to assure that infill development is compatible with existing
residential and commercial development. The following policies will be applied as
necessary to protect established neighborhoods adjacent to infill sites:
• Multiple family and high-density, single-family residential development (six
units or more per acre) should be permitted only in commercial areas and
transitional commercial/residential areas. Spot zoning for such uses should not
be permitted.
• Planned medium density single-family residential development (four to six units
per acre), should be integrated into existing residential areas but consideration
should be given as to the impact on traffic, schools, and recreation facilities. The
subdivision of lots to create density greater than the surrounding areas should
not be permitted.
5. Guiding Policy: Encourage mixed-use development
Mixed-use development allows housing, some retail uses, and professional offices to
locate on the same lot or in close proximity to one another. While contrary to the
separation of land uses mandated by most local zoning ordinances, mixed-use
development can be an effective tool to counteract the effects of sprawl. Depending on
the location and scale, mixed-use development can be less costly than conventional
development and can be employed in both urban and suburban settings.
Mixed-use development is practiced on a limited scale in Augusta. The zoning ordinance
permits residential development in commercial zones. Some property owners have used
this provision to establish apartments and condominiums on the upper stories of
commercial buildings in downtown Augusta.
Depending on the location, mixed-use development, including housing, may be
appropriate in an urban or suburban location designated for professional or commercial
development. Once an appropriate location is identified, another option is to establish an
overlay zone, including design guidelines, applicable to the mixed-use development.
6. Guiding Policy: Provide zoning for land suitable for projected new conventional
single-family residential development
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Most new low-density, single-family residential development is anticipated to be located
on sites in the South Augusta and Belair character areas. Other parts of the city are
already heavily developed and infill development will be the pattern in them. The current
agricultural zoning in some areas allows for a mix of conventional and manufactured
home development. It is recommended that land be rezoned from A (agricultural) to
either R-1 (one-family residential) or R-MH (residential manufactured home) in areas
where the average lot size is less that two (2) acres. If more that 40% of the housing units
in the area are manufactured homes, then rezoning to R-MH is appropriate. Otherwise,
the area should be rezoned to R-1. This would leave substantial remaining areas where
manufactured home development is permitted.
7. Guiding Policy: Provide zoning for land suitable for new manufactured homes
Manufactured housing currently represents about 10% of the housing market in Augusta, and
is expected to remain about the same percentage in the future. Manufactured housing
generally represents the most affordable housing available in the area. To accommodate
them, this policy recommends the following actions:
• Amend the zoning ordinance to raise the minimum lot size in Agricultural zones
to 2 acres,
• Rezone from Agricultural to Residential Manufactured Home those areas where
manufactured homes comprise more than 40% of all units and the majority of lots
are less than 2 acres in size.
8. Guiding Policy: Encourage the redevelopment of older commercial centers
An important part of the overall land use strategy is to encourage the redevelopment and
reuse of older commercial centers that have been abandoned or vacated. Redevelopment
makes use of existing infrastructure (roads, utilities, and buildings) and brings jobs and
needed services to adjoining neighborhoods. It is also consistent with other policies in the
designed to discourage additional commercial zoning, especially General Business zoning,
except at major intersections.
Several older centers in Augusta have been successfully redeveloped and house a variety of
uses, including call centers, institutional and professional offices, religious organizations,
fitness clubs, and discount retailers. Others, most notably Regency Mall, remain vacant and a
blight on the community and adjacent neighborhoods. It is important to recognize that a
single redevelopment strategy will not fit all of the older commercial centers. The existing
success stories offer some important clues for how to reoccupy traditional strip centers with a
mix of institutional and business establishments. Regency Mall is a unique situation because
of its size and the high cost to redevelop.
9. Guiding Policy: Encourage commercial development on principal arterial highways
where commercial and / or industrial development is already established
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This policy reflects a goal to limit most commercial development to major roadways. The
fact is that principal arterial roads are the most appropriate locations for commercial
development because they are designed to handle the vehicle traffic generated by such uses,
thereby keeping such traffic out of residential areas.
Commercial zoning on the principal arterial roads should be limited to a maximum depth of
400 feet, measured from the right-of-way line, except at major intersections or at malls and
regional shopping centers. For purposes of this policy, the applicable roads include those
identified as “Urban Principal Arterial” on the most up-to-date version of the Highway
Functional Classification Map for Richmond County, Georgia prepared by the Georgia
Department of Transportation in accordance with Federal Highway Administration
guidelines.
It is important to minimize the impact of new commercial uses on adjoining residential areas.
Some of the common measures used to screen or buffer new commercial uses from adjoining
residential uses include retaining natural vegetative buffers that are already in place, planting
trees and other natural vegetation in accordance with the requirements of the city’s tree
ordinance, and erecting fences or walls. A combination of these measures may be necessary
in some instances.
10. Guiding Policy: Discourage commercial and professional office development on
minor arterials and collector roads where such development has not been
established, except at major intersections
This policy is designed to limit commercial and professional office development on arterial
roads and collector roads in order to protect established residential areas. The policy is also
applicable in undeveloped areas where it is desirable to limit such development to major
intersections in order to protect open space, agricultural land, and future residential areas.
In areas where there is a precedent for commercial and professional office development,
commercial and professional zoning should be limited to a radius of approximately 500 feet
from the center of intersections, and to a strip not more than 300 feet deep, if appropriate. For
purposes of this policy, the applicable roads include those identified as “Urban Minor
Arterial” and “Urban Collector” on the most up-to-date version of the Highway Functional
Classification Map for Richmond County, Georgia prepared by the Georgia Department of
Transportation in accordance with Federal Highway Administration guidelines.
There will be instances in which an existing residential structure is proposed for adaptive
reuse as a professional office or neighborhood business. This will most often happen in older
neighborhoods and at intersections that are transitioning from residential to non-residential
use. Where such property is located within the 500-foot radius of such intersections, the
rezoning may be appropriate under the following conditions:
• The zoning or development is restricted to the subject parcel,
• The existing residential structure can be adaptively reused without drastically changing
the exterior appearance,
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• Required off-street vehicle parking and loading areas are located in a side or rear yard,
and
• Required parking is screened from adjoining residential uses.
11. Guiding Policy: Encourage industrial development in appropriate locations
Most existing industrial facilities in Augusta are located in close proximity to needed
resources (water, utilities) and transportation facilities and away from residential areas. There
are exceptions and existing neighborhoods in close proximity to industrial uses need to be
accommodated through appropriate emergency management assistance programs. To avoid
potential land use conflicts in the future, industrial development should be confined to
specific areas and spot zoning for industrial sites should not be permitted. Any new heavy
industrial development should be confined to the areas in East Augusta to appropriate
locations east of Georgia Highway 56 and to industrial parks and sites already zoned for such
uses. Such locations might include some vacant sites in close proximity to Augusta Regional
airport. Care should be taken to avoid locations in close proximity to established
neighborhoods. Light industrial and warehousing development should be confined to areas
on or near interstate highways and adjoining frontage roads, freeways, principal arterials and
railroads. Spot zoning for industrial development in areas other than those identified should
be prohibited.
12. Guiding Policy: Protect environmentally sensitive areas
Augusta-Richmond County has many environmentally sensitive areas, including floodplains,
wetlands, aquifer recharge areas, natural habitats, and open space. The local government,
private sector, and residents recognize the value of these resources and use a variety of tools
to preserve them, educate the community, and protect them from insensitive development.
Among the tools used are local development regulations and ordinances, flood mitigation
planning, the Community Greenspace Program, and community outreach and education
initiatives. As the city continues to grow, it will be important to use as many tools as possible
to protect these resources.
One tool recently incorporated into the city’s zoning ordinance is the conservation
subdivision design. Conservation subdivisions are residential or mixed-use developments in
which a significant portion of the land is set aside as undivided, permanently protected open
space (approximately 25 to 40%) and the houses are clustered on smaller sized lots.
Depending on the setting, green space in conservation subdivisions is used for passive
recreation, habitat for wildlife, and to protect wetlands and floodplains.
Augusta’s zoning ordinance allows conservation subdivisions to be developed at varying
densities in most single-family residential zones. The ordinance specifies that a minimum of
40% of the conservation subdivision be permanently protected greenspace. A local builder is
currently developing the plans for Augusta’s first conservation subdivision. Augusta will also
continue to implement the Community Greenspace Program using Georgia Greenspace funds
and other available funding and incentives that can be used to convert sensitive
environmental areas to permanently protected greenspace.
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13. Guiding Policy: Encourage Quality Growth as a Development Option
Quality growth, or the application of some quality growth features, is a development option
that would be suitable for vacant sites in rapidly growing parts of the city, or on infill or
redevelopment sites.
According to the Georgia Department of Community Affairs, some of the key features of
communities or developments embracing quality growth are the following:
• The community is relatively compact, with densities matching those of older
neighborhoods. The typical residential lot in Georgia is ¼ acre in size.
• An attractive town center that serves adjoining neighborhoods. The town center is
pedestrian-friendly, has residences over shops and places where people can gather to talk,
recreate or hold special events.
• Houses are located near the street and many have large front porches. Garages are located
to the rear and accessed by alleys.
• Garage apartments or accessory living units are encouraged as a means of providing
affordable housing.
• New subdivisions match the mix of housing types and styles of older neighborhoods.
• Sidewalks and bike trails are provided to encourage more walking and biking.
• Schools and playgrounds are located within neighborhoods to encourage more walking to
school and make recreation facilities easily accessible.
• Street trees are planted to enhance community appearance and provide shade for
pedestrians and bicyclists.
• Environmentally-sensitive areas are reserved as conservation areas or for passive
recreation.
• Higher intensity uses (e.g. retail, office, apartments) are concentrated along major
roadways, making it feasible to provide limited public transit on these roads.
• Commercial structures (e.g. retail, service, warehouse, office) are located near the street,
with parking to the side or rear.
• Older strip centers are fixed up to match the traditional neighborhood pattern, with
sidewalks being added, street trees planted, excessive signage removed and newer
buildings constructed near the street.
• New industry or other major employers are located where they are accessible by transit,
walking or bicycle.
DEFINITION OF QUALITY GROWTH
“Quality Growth, in many ways, means returning to the way we used to build our
communities and neighborhoods; places where people could walk to school or the
corner drugstore, pursue recreational activities at a nearby park, or just sit on the front
porch and get to know their neighbors.”
Source: Georgia Department of Community Affairs
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The Georgia Department of Community Affairs can arrange for Quality Growth Resource
Teams to help communities identify solutions to growth and development issues and expose
them to quality growth concepts. Site visits by a Quality Growth Resource Team can be
arranged at little of no cost to the community.
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SHORT TERM WORK PROGRAM: 2008-2012
AUGUSTA-RICHMOND COUNTY
Year of Implementation
Project 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 Responsibility
Estimated /
Contract
Cost
Funding
Source
LAND USE / GROWTH MANAGEMENT
Conduct more detailed studies
of character areas,
neighborhoods, activity centers
or other areas as necessary
▀ ▀ ▀ ▀ ▀
Neighborhood
Associations,
Planning
Commission,
Other
Stakeholders
Staff Time City
Evaluate the feasibility and
merits of establishing mixed-
use districts, Conservation
districts or other types of
overlay zones in various parts
of the city
▀ ▀ ▀ ▀ ▀
Neighborhood
Associations,
Planning
Commission,
Other
Stakeholders
Staff Time City
Update zoning map to reflect
Community Agenda, existing
land use and other relevant
considerations
▀ ▀
City
Commission,
Planning
Commission
Staff Time City
Update local zoning and
development ordinances as
necessary to achieve quality
growth
▀ ▀ ▀ ▀ ▀
City
Commission,
Planning
Commission
Staff Time City
Address growth management
issues through use of the
Georgia Quality Growth
Partnership’s Smart Growth
Toolkit
▀ ▀ ▀ ▀ ▀
City
Commission,
Planning
Commission
Staff Time City
Identify other suburban sites
for infill development or
redevelopment
▀ Staff Time City
Continue cooperation with
adjacent communities and Fort
Gordon regarding land use
▀ ▀ ▀ ▀ ▀ City, Fort
Gordon and
adjacent
Staff Time City, Fort
Gordon
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Funding
Source
and re-zoning actions and
other initiatives
communities
HOUSING
Continue to implement
modernization projects at
Augusta Housing Authority
sites
▀ ▀ ▀ ▀ ▀
Augusta
Housing
Authority
(AHA)
$8.0 M HUD
Develop and implement
mixed-income housing
projects at identified sites ▀ ▀ ▀ ▀ ▀
Augusta
Housing
Authority
(AHA),
Augusta
Affordable
Housing Corp.
NA
Tax
Credits,
Private
Sector
Rehabilitate 125 housing units
for low income homeowners ▀ ▀ ▀ ▀ ▀ HCD $4.0 M
HUD,
Program
Income
Rehabilitate 50 housing units
for low income renters ▀ ▀ ▀ ▀ ▀ HCD $1.0 M
HUD,
Program
Income
Complete emergency repairs
on 100 housing units occupied
by low income households
▀ ▀ ▀ ▀ ▀ HCD $800,000
HUD,
Program
Income
Provide down payment
assistance to 150 first-time
homebuyers
▀ ▀ ▀ ▀ ▀ HCD $1.125 M HUD
Demolish 200 dilapidated
housing units and rebuild new
units on site for low income
homeowners
▀ ▀ ▀ ▀ ▀
Augusta
License and
Inspection
Dept.
$1.04 M City,
CDBG
Develop and implement new
and renovated housing projects
in target areas per adopted
plans and implementation
▀ ▀ ▀ ▀ ▀
City, CHDOs,
Other Non-
Profits,
Private
N/A Various
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Cost
Funding
Source
plans. Developers
Develop and implement
economic development
projects in target areas per
adopted Neighborhood
Revitalization Strategy and
other initiatives
▀ ▀ ▀ ▀ ▀
City, Non-
Profits,
Private Sector
N/A
Bonds,
tax
credits,
private,
City
Continue code enforcement
program in the inner-city target
area
▀ ▀ ▀ ▀ ▀
Augusta
License &
Inspection
Department
N/A City
Acquire tax delinquent and
abandoned properties through
the Augusta Land Bank
Authority for use in
constructing affordable
housing
▀ ▀ ▀ ▀ ▀ Land Bank
Authority N/A CDBG,
City
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Attract industry to the Augusta
Corporate Park ▀ ▀ ▀ ▀ ▀
County
Development
Authority,
City
Staff Time
County
Develop
Auth.,
Chamber,
City
Implement downtown
revitalization projects as
outlined in the Joint Master
Plan for the Augusta, GA and
North Augusta, SC Regional
Urban Core
▀ ▀ ▀ ▀ ▀ City, DDA,
AT, Private N/A
City,
DDA,
AT,
Private
Implement enhancement
projects on gateways into the
city
▀ ▀ ▀ ▀ ▀
City, GAP,
Chamber,
Private
N/A
City,
GAP,
Chamber,
Private
Attract new missions /
partnerships to Fort Gordon ▀ ▀ ▀ ▀ ▀
Fort Gordon,
Chamber,
City, CSRA
Alliance for
N/A City,
Private
Sector,
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Cost
Funding
Source
Fort Gordon Others
Implement plan for
redevelopment of former
Regency Mall site
▀ ▀ ▀ ▀ ▀ City,
Non-Profit NA
City,
Non-
Profit
New developments related to
Biobusiness and / or
biomedical research and
technology park?
▀ ▀ ▀ ▀ ▀
Georgia
Medical
Center
Authority,
MCG
NA
Georgia
Medical
Center
Authority
CULTURAL (HISTORIC) RESOURCES
Complete Downtown Augusta
Walking Tour Brochures ▀ City, Historic
Augusta, Inc. $14,000 City,
DNR
Issue Certificates of
Appropriateness for 325
projects in local historic
districts
▀ ▀ ▀ ▀ ▀
Historic
Preservation
Commission
Staff Time
City,
Historic
Augusta,
Inc.
Complete update of historic
resource survey of the
Harrisburg-West End Historic
District
▀ ▀ City,
Consultant $17,000 DNR,
City
Update Augusta Historic
Preservation Plan (c. 1991)
▀ ▀
City,
Consultant,
Community
Stakeholders
NA DNR,
City
Evaluate the feasibility of
using conservation districts as
an alternative to historic
district designation in some
neighborhoods
▀ ▀
Historic
Preservation
Commission,
Historic
Augusta, Inc.
Staff Time
HPC,
Historic
Augusta,
Inc.
GREENSPACE AND NATURAL RESOURCES
Continue to participate in the
Georgia Greenspace Program ▀ ▀ ▀ ▀ ▀ Central
Savannah N/A State,
City,
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and protection of
environmentally sensitive
lands as open space
River Land
Trust, City
Private
Sector
Continue work to eliminate
invasive plant species from
greenspace lands along Butler
Creek
▀ ▀ ▀ ▀ ▀
Central
Savannah
River Land
Trust, City
$
State,
City,
Private
Sector
Continue to enforce the
applicable requirements of the
Part V Environmental
Ordinances adopted by the
City of Augusta
▀ ▀ ▀ ▀ ▀ City Staff Time City
Continue the permitting and
enforcement provisions of the
Soil Erosion and Sediment
Control Ordinance
▀ ▀ ▀ ▀ ▀ City Staff Time City
Continue the permitting and
enforcement provisions of the
Flood Damage Prevention
Ordinance
▀ ▀ ▀ ▀ ▀
Augusta
Engineering,
Planning
Commission
Staff Time City
Continue community outreach
related to water quality and
quantity
▀ ▀ ▀ ▀ ▀
AUD,
Augusta
Watershed
Roundtable
Staff Time
State,
City,
Private
Sector,
Non-
profits
Implement emission reduction
strategies to demonstrate
compliance with federal air
quality standards
▀ ▀ ▀ ▀ ▀
GA EPD,
City, Various
Stakeholders
Staff Time
State,
City,
Private
Sector
Support implementation of the
Phinizy Swamp Park Master
Plan (buildings, education,
research, land management)
▀ ▀ ▀ ▀ ▀
Southeastern
Natural
Sciences
Academy,
Private, City,
School
Systems
N/A
City,
Grants,
Private
donations
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Source
COMMUNITY FACILITIES AND SERVICES
Complete water & sewer
projects funded by Series 2004
Bonds
▀ ▀ ▀ ▀ ▀ AUD $189.6 M
Series
2004
Bonds
Complete design and construct
a new Judicial Center ▀ ▀ ▀ ▀
City, Court
Officials,
Contractor
$74.0 M
SPLOST
Phases II,
IV & V
Relocation of Sheriff’s
Administration ▀ ▀ ▀ Sheriff’s
Dept., City $3.0 M SPLOST
Phase V
Renovations to Richmond
County Correctional Institution ▀ ▀ ▀ City $750,000 SPLOST
Phase V
Complete design & construct
and furnish new main branch
of Augusta Regional Library
▀ ▀ ▀ City $26.0 M
SPLOST
Phases
IV & V,
State &
Private
Funds
Design and construct new
exhibit hall and trade center ▀ ▀ ▀ ▀ City, CVB $20 M SPLOST
Phase V
Design & construct new pods
at the Phinizy Road Jail ▀ ▀ ▀ City, Sheriff’s
Department $24.0 M SPLOST
Phase V
Renovation of facilities for
fire administration and training ▀ ▀
Fire
Department,
Augusta
Engineering
$500,000 SPLOST
Phase IV
Fire Stations and Training
Center
▀ ▀ ▀ ▀
Fire
Department,
Augusta
Engineering
$6.0 M SPLOST
Phase V
Upgrade existing parks
included on SPLOST Phase V
project list
▀ ▀ ▀ ▀ ▀
Recreation
and Parks
Department
$5.0 M SPLOST
Phase V
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Source
Augusta Mini Theatre
Improvements ▀ ▀ Augusta Mini
Theatre, City $500,000
SPLOST
Phase V,
CDBG
Lucy Craft Laney Museum
Improvements ▀ ▀ ▀ Laney
Museum, City $200,000 SPLOST
Phase V
Improvements to Various
Recreation, Historic and
Cultural Facilities
▀ ▀ ▀
City, Non-
Profit
Organizations
$400,000 SPLOST
Phase V
Continue to implement the
Augusta Wayfinding Signage
Program
▀ ▀ ▀ CVB, City,
GDOT
$140,000
(Phase 1A)
City,
Grant
Complete public school
construction, renovation and
expansion projects as
identified
▀ ▀ ▀ ▀ ▀ RCBOE NA Sales Tax
TRANSPORTATION
Reconstruct I-20 @ I-520
Interchange ▀ ▀ ▀ FHWA,
GDOT $193.0 M FHWA,
GDOT
Widen I-20 from 4 to 6 lanes
from Belair Rd. to River
Watch Pkwy.
▀ ▀ ▀
FHWA,
GDOT,
Contractor
$51.6 M FHWA,
GDOT
Construct St. Sebastian /
Greene St. Ext. in vicinity of
CSX Railroad & 15th St.
▀ ▀ ▀
GDOT,
Augusta
Engineering
$30.3 M FHWA,
GDOT
Widen Bungalow Road from
Richmond Hill Rd. to Peach
Orchard Rd. Includes curb,
gutter, sidewalks and piping.
▀ ▀
Augusta
Engineering,
GDOT,
Contractor
$4.0 M SPLOST
Phase III
East Boundary road and
drainage improvements from
Broad St. to Laney-Walker
Blvd.
▀ ▀ Augusta
Engineering $3.9 M
SPLOST
Phase IV,
CDBG
Acquire ROW and widen
Alexander Drive from 2 to 4
▀ ▀ ▀ ▀
GDOT,
Augusta
Engineering
$13.89 M FHWA,
GDOT
SPLOST
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lanes from Washington Rd. to
River Watch Pkwy.
Phase III
Acquire right-of-way to widen
15th St./MLK Blvd. from
Government St. to
Milledgeville Rd.
▀ ▀ ▀ GDOT $5.0 M FHWA,
GDOT
Acquire right-of-way to widen
Wrightsboro Rd. from 2 to 4
lanes from Jimmie Dyess
Pkwy. to I-520 SB ramp
▀ ▀
GDOT,
Augusta
Engineering
$5.5 M
FHWA,
GDOT,
SPLOST
Phase III
Preliminary engineering on
construction of median barrier
on Gordon Hwy. from Peach
Orchard Rd. to Walton Way
▀ ▀ GDOT $960,000 FHWA,
GDOT
Windsor Spring Road Phase
IV – Complete preliminary
engineering and acquire ROW
for widening from Willis
Foreman Rd. to Tobacco Rd.
(includes bridge @ Spirit
Creek
▀ ▀ ▀ ▀
GDOT,
Augusta
Engineering
$33.16 M
FHWA,
GDOT,
SPLOST
Phases
III & IV
Windsor Spring Road Phase
V – Complete preliminary
engineering and acquire ROW
for widening from Willis
Foreman Rd. to SR 88 in
Hephzibah (includes bridge @
NS Railroad
▀ ▀ ▀ ▀
GDOT,
Augusta
Engineering
$21.46 M
FHWA,
GDOT,
SPLOST
Phases
III & IV
Acquire ROW and widen I-
520 from 4 to 6 lanes from
Gordon Hwy. to Deans Bridge
Rd. and reconstruct
interchanges
▀ ▀ ▀ ▀ FHWA,
GDOT $8.97 M FHWA,
GDOT
15th St. (SR 4) @ Central Ave.
intersection improvements ▀ ▀ GDOT $392,337 FHWA,
GDOT
Traffic signal upgrades @ 11
locations on Washington Rd. ▀ ▀ GDOT, $4.0 M FHWA,
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(SR 28) and road resurfacing
of Washington Rd.
Contractor GDOT
Implement Transportation
Enhancement projects at
Augusta State University and
on James Brown Blvd.
(Streetscape)
▀ ▀ ▀ GDOT, ASU,
City
$600,000
&
$200,000
FHWA,
ASU,
City
Construct intersection
improvements on Washington
Rd @ Boy Scout Rd. & Center
West Pkwy.
▀ ▀ ▀ Augusta
Engineering $752,000 SPLOST
Phase IV
Windsor Spring Rd.
improvements from Peach
Orchard Rd. to Wyman St. to
Old Louisville Rd.
▀ ▀ Augusta
Engineering $2.13 M
SPLOST
Phases I
& III
Engineer and install downtown
traffic signal & lighting
upgrades – Broad St. area
▀ ▀ Augusta
Engineering $2.5 - 3.0 M SPLOST
Phase IV
Engineer and install downtown
traffic signal & lighting
upgrades – Telfair St. area ▀ ▀ Augusta
Engineering
NA
Subject to
availability
of funds
SPLOST
Phase IV
Engineer, acquire right-of-way
& widen Marvin Griffin Rd.
from 2 to 4 lanes from Mike
Padgett Hwy. to Doug Barnard
Pkwy.
▀ ▀ ▀ ▀ Augusta
Engineering $3.47 M
SPLOST
Phases II
& III
Widen Morgan Rd. from
Tobacco Rd. to Deans Bridge
Rd.
▀ ▀ Augusta
Engineering $2.34 M
SPLOST
Phases I
& III
Paving Various Roads, Phase
IX (Paving of selected dirt
roads)
▀ ▀ ▀ ▀ ▀ Augusta
Engineering
$800,000
SPLOST
Phase IV
Implement any necessary
improvement projects at
Augusta Regional Airport and
Daniel Field Airport
▀ ▀ ▀ ▀ ▀
Augusta
Aviation
Commission,
General
Aviation
N/A Federal
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Commission
KEY TO ABBREVIATIONS:
• DNR – Georgia Department of Natural Resources
• FHWA – Federal Highway Administration
• HUD – Housing and Urban Development Department
• GDOT – Georgia Department of Transportation
• GA EPD – Georgia Environmental Protection Division
• MCG – Medical College of Georgia
• City – City of Augusta
• AT – Augusta Tomorrow
• RCBOE – Richmond County Board of Education
• AHA – Augusta Housing Authority
• Augusta Engineering – Augusta Engineering Department
• AUD – Augusta Utilities Department
• HCD – Augusta Housing & Community Development Department
• CVB – Augusta Metro Convention & Visitors Bureau
• Chamber – Augusta Metro Chamber of Commerce
• GAP – Greater Augusta Progress
• ARTS – Augusta Regional Transportation Study
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SUPPLEMENTAL PLANS
The following list of supplemental plans is incorporated by reference into the Comprehensive Plan. The
plans were developed by or for a number of different community stakeholders. Not all are used directly
by the City of Augusta. Most have been completed in the last few years, while others are in the process
of being updated at the present time. Some are dated publications, but still contain information and
concepts that could be employed in addressing community needs and issues. Some may be outdated or
are only partially relevant to current conditions and future plans for the city. They cover a wide range of
issues, including land use, public facilities, solid waste, transportation, historic preservation,
neighborhood land use and redevelopment, greenspace and economic.
Historic Preservation Plan, Augusta and Richmond County, prepared by Historic Augusta, Inc. –
1991
Solid Waste Management Plan: 1993-2003 for Augusta-Richmond County, Hephzibah and
Blythe (includes five-year Short Term Work for 1998-2003), CSRA Regional Development Center
(CSRA RDC) – June 1993. In the process of being updated for the City of Augusta by Resource
Recycling Systems, Inc. August 2008
The Augusta Canal Master Plan, prepared for The Augusta Canal Authority by the Joint Venture
of CityDesign Collaborative and Lane, Frenchman and Associates – December 1993
Unincorporated Richmond County Land Use and Infrastructure Element Update, prepared by
the Augusta-Richmond County Planning Commission (ARCPC) – August 1995
City of Augusta Neighborhood Plans, prepared by the Augusta-Richmond County Planning
Commission (ARCPC) – 1995-96
Summerville Historic District Design Guidelines, prepared for the Summerville Neighborhood
Association by Frazier and Associates, 1996
Augusta 2001 – A Strategic Assessment, prepared for Greater Augusta Progress, Inc. by LDR
International – February 1998
A Redevelopment Strategy for Regency Mall and Surrounding Area, prepared for Greater
Augusta Progress, Inc. by Winward Properties, LLC – January 2000 (includes separate Market
Analysis Report by Robert Charles Lesser & Co. – November 1999)
Master Plan 2000 for Water and Wastewater Systems, prepared for Augusta Utilities Department
by CH2MHill, Inc. – February 2000
Medical Center Traffic Operations Study, prepared for the Augusta Regional Transportation
Study by Day Wilburn Associates – July 2000
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Augusta-Richmond County Corridor / Gateway Action Plan, LDR International and Basile
Baumann Prost and Associates – November 2000 (includes separate Summary Analysis Report –
June 2000)
Augusta 2000 City Center Master Plan Update, prepared for Augusta Tomorrow, Inc. by LDR
International – January 2001. In the process of being updated for Augusta Tomorrow, Inc. by
ICON Architecture, Inc. as the Joint Master Plan for the Augusta, Georgia and North
Augusta, South Carolina Regional Urban Core. Expected to be completed in early 2009.
Augusta Public Transit, Transit System Analysis, prepared for the Augusta Transit Department
by Manuel Padron and Associates – November 2001. In the process of being updated. New
Transit Development Plan to be completed by spring 2009.
Regional Advanced Transportation Management System Master Plan, prepared for the Augusta
Regional Transportation Study by PB Farradyne, Inc. – April 2002
Downtown Historic District Design Guidelines, prepared for the Augusta Historic Preservation
Commission by Frazier and Associates, August 2002
Community Greenspace Program for Augusta-Richmond County, prepared by the ARCPC –
November 2000, updated October 2002
Regional Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan, prepared for the Augusta Regional Transportation Study by
ARCADIS, Inc. – January 2003
Augusta Watershed Assessment Report, prepared for Augusta Utilities Department by
PARSONS, Inc., January 2003
Service Delivery Strategy for Augusta-Richmond County, Hephzibah and Blythe, ARCPC -
May 1999 (recertified in April 2004). In the process of being updated. To be completed an
adopted by October 2008
Engineer’s Report, Water and Sewerage Revenue Bonds, Series 2004, prepared for Augusta
Utilities Department by CH2MHill, Inc. – November 2004
Destination 2020: A Vision for the Augusta Region, prepared for the Destination 2020 Steering
Committee by Community Volunteers, 2005
City of Augusta, Design to End Chronic Homelessness in Augusta, prepared for the Mayor’s
Council on Homelessness, March 2005
City of Augusta Consolidated Plan, 2005-09, prepared for the Mayor and Augusta Commission by
the Augusta Housing and Community Development Department – (Five-Year Plan for CDBG,
HOME and ESG Programs), March 2005
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Parking Study for Downtown Augusta, prepared for the Augusta Downtown Development
Authority by Carl Walker, Inc., April 2005
Partnership for Growth, Fort Gordon Joint Land Use Study, prepared for Fort Gordon, Augusta-
Richmond County, Columbia County, Jefferson County and McDuffie County by the CSRA RDC,
August 2005.
Year 2030 Regional Long Range Transportation Plan, Augusta Regional Transportation
Study, prepared URS Corporation, September 2005
Olde Town Historic District Design Guidelines, prepared for the Augusta Historic Preservation
Commission and the Olde Town Neighborhood Association by Edwards-Pitman Environmental,
Inc., 2006
Augusta Third Level Canal and Laney Walker Neighborhood, Charrette Report: Strategic
Concepts and Recommendations, prepared for the Augusta Third Level Canal Task Force by
MACTEC Engineering and Consulting, May 2006
Regional Transportation Improvement Program, 2008-2011, Augusta Regional Transportation
Study, prepared by the ARCPC – June 2007
Laney Walker / Bethlehem Neighborhood Plan, Paving a New Trail on a Historic Road …,
prepared for the City of Augusta and the Augusta Housing and Community Development
Department by Asset Property Disposition, Inc., August 2008
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PLAN AMENDMENTS AND UPDATES
Community planning is a continuous process and the Comprehensive Plan will be amended and updated
in accordance with the Standards and Procedures for Local Comprehensive Planning. The City will
monitor change in such areas as housing, population, employment, and land use, and amend the plan in
response to such changes. The City will consult with the CSRA Regional Development Center in
determining whether a proposed amendment to the Comprehensive Plan is a major or minor amendment.
Depending on the scope and extent of the change, the City will complete either a minor or major plan
amendment to the plan.
The City will update the STWP every five (5) years. Thereafter, the Comprehensive Plan will be
updated, at a minimum, every ten years. Amendments and updates will be completed in accordance with
the applicable submittal, review and public participation procedures.
Minor Plan Amendment
A minor plan amendment will be triggered by changes that are purely local in nature and do not affect
another local government. The Augusta Commission will adopt a minor amendment at any time during
the year, and send a summary of such action to the CSRA Regional Development Center on an annual
basis.
Major Plan Amendment
A major amendment will be triggered by significant changes that alter the basic tenets of all or part of
the Comprehensive Plan or potentially affect another local government. Examples of significant changes
include: (1) changes of 10% or more in the population (increase or decrease) on which the plan is based;
(2) changes in the Future Development Pattern Map that propose more intense or dense uses located in
close proximity to an adjoining local government; (3) and changes in the planned location of public
facilities (water, sewer, transportation) to areas not previously projected to receive such facilities or
improvements. Major plan amendments will follow the submittal and review procedures outlined in the
Standards and Procedures for Local Comprehensive Planning applicable to the Community Agenda.
This includes holding a minimum of one public hearing to inform the public of the City’s intent to file a
major plan amendment and to receive suggestions and comments on the proposed amendment.
Short Term Work Program Update
Augusta –Richmond County will update the STWP every five years. In keeping with the Minimum
Planning Standards, the STWP update will include a list of projects for the subsequent five-year period,
and report of plan accomplishments that identifies the status of each activity in the current STWP. The
report of accomplishments will classify projects in one of four categories: completed, underway,
postponed, or deleted. A minimum of one public hearing will be held to inform the public of the City’s
intent to update the STWP and to receive suggestions and comments on the proposed update. STWP
updates will follow the submittal and review procedures outlined in the Standards and Procedures for
Local Comprehensive Planning applicable to the Community Agenda. This includes holding a minimum
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of one public hearing to inform the public of the City’s intent to update the STWP and to receive
suggestions and comments on the proposed update.
Comprehensive Plan Update
The Augusta-Richmond County Comprehensive Plan will be updated, at a minimum, every ten years.
Every five (5) years, the City will determine if the Comprehensive Plan warrants a major update based
on the extent of change that has occurred by then. If changes have occurred and not been included in the
Plan through amendments, then a complete update will be undertaken in accordance with the Standards
and Procedures for Local Comprehensive Planning.
Annual Monitoring of Comprehensive Plan
The Comprehensive Plan will be monitored on an annual basis. The Augusta-Richmond County
Planning Commission will prepare a written report for the Augusta Commission summarizing, at a
minimum, changes in the number of housing units, population estimates, land absorbed by residential
and non-residential development, rezoning in relation to the Future Development Pattern Map, and
status of projects in the Short Term Work Program. The results of the monitoring will be used to decide
whether or not to make minor and major amendments to the plan.
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Item # 15
Commission Meeting Agenda
10/21/2008 2:00 PM
Service Delivery Strategy
Department:Planning Commission
Caption:Adopt the Updated Service Delivery Strategy (SDS) for Augusta-Richmond
County, Hephzibah and Blythe and authorize the Mayor to sign the SDS
Certification Form.
Background:Augusta, Hephzibah and Blythe are jointly updating the Service Delivery
Strategy (SDS) for Richmond County in accordance with O.C.G.A. 36-70-
20. The SDS is designed to be a simple, concise agreement describing which
local governments will provide which service in specified areas within the
county and how provision of such services will be funded. The service
delivery process should result in the minimization of incompatible
municipal and county land use plans. The SDS includes the types of public
services provided in Richmond County, the local government(s) responsible
for each service, the source of funding, and any intergovernmental
agreements used to implement the strategy. The SDS is designed to ensure
that the service delivery system is both efficient and responsive to the
citizens of Richmond County. Augusta, Hephzibah and Blythe first adopted
a Service Delivery Strategy (SDS) in the spring of 1999. In March 2004, the
three local governments certified that the original SDS continued to
accurately reflect the preferred arrangements for providing local services
throughout the county and that no changes to the SDS were needed.
Analysis:The SDS must be updated at the same time that the Comprehensive Plan is
updated. The update Service Delivery Strategy must be updated and adopted
by October 31, 2008. If not adopted by the deadline, then the city will lose
its designation as a Qualified Local Government (QLG). Losing QLG status
means the city will not be eligible to apply for certain loan and grant
programs administered by the state.
Financial Impact:Not Applicable
Alternatives:Do not approve the update Service Delivery Strategy. This alternative would
jeopardize Augusta’s status as a Qualified Local Government
Recommendation:Adopt the Updated Service Delivery Strategy (SDS) for Augusta-Richmond
County, Hephzibah and Blythe and Authorize the Mayor to Sign the SDS
Certification Form
Funds are Available in
the Following
Accounts:
Not Applicable
Cover Memo
Item # 16
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Clerk of Commission
Cover Memo
Item # 16
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SUMMARY OF SERVICE DELIVERY STRATEGY FOR AUGUSTA-RICHMOND
COUNTY, BLYTHE AND HEPHZIBAH (FOR 2008 UPDATE)
SERVICE TYPE SUMMARY OF SERVICE DELIVERY
ARRANGEMENT
1. Animal Control Augusta-Richmond County Animal Services department
provides animal control services countywide
2. Aviation Services
Augusta Aviation Commission operates Augusta Regional
Airport and General Aviation Commission operated Daniel
Field.
3. Economic Development Services provided countywide by Development Authority
of Richmond County
4. Elections* Richmond County Board of Elections provides voter
registration and election services countywide.
5. EMS / E-911* Private contractor provides EMS services countywide. E-
911 Center operated by Augusta-Richmond County.
6. Fire Protection
Augusta-Richmond County Provides fire protection
services within Augusta and Blythe. Hephzibah provides
fire protection services within its corporate limits.
7. Health Services Richmond County Health Department provides public
health services countywide.
8. Indigent Health Care* University Hospital provides indigent care to qualifying
residents on a countywide basis.
9. Jails (Detention Facilities)
Richmond County Sheriff’s Department operates the Law
Enforcement Center and the Charles Webster Detention
Center. Augusta-Richmond County operates the RCCI.
10. Law Enforcement
Richmond County Sheriff’s Department provides services
countywide. Hephzibah and Blythe have own police forces
to enforce city ordinances.
11. License and Inspection Each jurisdiction is responsible for its own licensing and
inspection work (includes building permits)
12. Planning and Zoning
Separate Planning Commissions exist in all three
jurisdictions. Separate zoning and subdivision regulations
exist in all three jurisdictions.
13. Public Defense*
Public Defender Office of the Augusta Judicial Circuit
provides legal assistance to qualifying individuals
countywide.
14. Public Transit
Augusta Public Transit (APT) provides fixed-route service,
paratransit service for the disabled and rural transit service.
15. Recreation and Parks Augusta-Richmond County Recreation and Parks
Department provides facilities and services countywide.
Attachment number 1
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SUMMARY OF SERVICE DELIVERY STRATEGY FOR AUGUSTA-RICHMOND
COUNTY, BLYTHE AND HEPHZIBAH (FOR 2008 UPDATE)
SERVICE TYPE SUMMARY OF SERVICE DELIVERY
ARRANGEMENT
16. Road and Bridge
Maintenance
Augusta-Richmond County maintains all county roads,
including those on the county system located in Hephzibah
and Blythe. Hephzibah responsible for any local streets
within its jurisdiction. No local streets exist in Blythe.
17. Sewer and Wastewater
Treatment
Augusta and Hephzibah have separate wastewater
collection and treatment systems. Blythe does not provide
such service to its residents.
18. Solid Waste Collection and
Disposal
Augusta-Richmond County contracts with private
companies to provide service in the urban and suburban
parts of the city. Rural residents contract individually with
haulers. Property owners in Hephzibah and Blythe also
contract with haulers. Augusta-Richmond County Solid
Waste Department operates the Richmond County Landfill.
Hephzibah and Blythe pay tipping fees.
19. Water Service
Generally speaking, all three jurisdictions provide separate
water service within their respective corporate limits.
Emergency connections exist between Augusta and
Hephzibah and between Augusta and Blythe.
* Indicates a service covered by a written agreement or agreements included in the Service
Delivery Strategy. The SDS also includes updated maps of the water, sewer and fire
protection service areas.
SOURCES: Service Delivery Strategy, Augusta-Richmond County, Hephzibah and Blythe,
May 1999. Readopted without change in March 2004. As updated for 2008 Service Delivery
Strategy
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SERVICE DELIVERY STRATEGY
CERTIFICATIONS PAGE 4
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
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Instructions:
This page must, at a minimum, be signed by an authorized representative of the following governments: 1) the county; 2) the city serving as the
county seat; 3) all cities having 1990 populations of over 9,000 residing within the county; and 4) no less than 50% of all other cities with a 1990
population of between 500 and 9,000 residing within the county. Cities with 1990 populations below 500 and authorities providing services
under the strategy are not required to sign this form, but are encouraged to do so. Attach additional copies of this page as necessary.
SERVICE DELIVERY STRATEGY FOR ____________________________________________ COUNTY
We, the undersigned authorized representatives of the jurisdictions listed below, certify that:
1. We have executed agreements for implementation of our service delivery strategy and the attached forms provide an accurate
depiction of our agreed upon strategy (O.C.G.A. 36-70-21);
2. Our service delivery strategy promotes the delivery of local government services in the most efficient, effective, and responsive
manner (O.C.G.A. 36-70-24 (1));
3. Our service delivery strategy provides that water or sewer fees charged to customers located outside the geographic boundaries of
a service provider are reasonable and are not arbitrarily higher than the fees charged to customers located within the geographic
boundaries of the service provider (O.C.G.A. 36-70-24 (2)); and
4. Our service delivery strategy ensures that the cost of any services the county government provides (including those jointly funded
by the county and one or more municipalities) primarily for the benefit of the unincorporated area of the county are borne by the
unincorporated area residents, individuals, and property owners who receive such service (O.C.G.A. 36-70-24 (3)).
SIGNATURE: NAME:
(Please print or type)
TITLE: JURISDICTION: DATE:
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Item # 16
Commission Meeting Agenda
10/21/2008 2:00 PM
Employee Online Portal Implementation
Department:Information Technology
Caption:Motion to approve the purchase and implementation of the Employee
Online product from Sungard Bi-Tech. (Approved by Public Safety
Committee October 13, 2008)
Background:Augusta currently uses software from Sungard Bi-Tech ("Bi-Tech") to
manage our Human Resources, Payroll, Procurement, and Financial and
Accounting functions. Within our system there is a wealth of
information available about each employee, but viewing this information is
restricted to certain personnel within the departments mentioned above and
is not available to the employees without contacting HR, Payroll, etc. There
is currently not a component that allows for any kind of self-service on the
part of the employees in regard to changing their address, looking up their
personal information, reviewing their benefit choices, etc. This means that
these activities can only take place during working hours and will therefore
impact productivity in every city department at some point.
Analysis:It is proposed to purchase the Employee Online program from Bi-Tech in
order to permit self-service on the part of employees in regard to their own
personal information. Access would be available via the internet, so
functions that have traditionally had to take place during working hours
could be done by employees whenever it was convenient for them. In terms
of security, access on the part of the employees would require that they
create an account on the system and then authenticate using a login and
password before access was granted to them. Employee Online would
permit the following activities, depending on what the responsibile
departments (primarily HR & Finance) would grant employees to do: - View
check stubs from past pay periods - View and modify benefits - View
position and salary information - View and update address and emergency
contact information - Change withholding amounts and view other tax-
related information - Update training information Modifications to records
are subject to approval by the department that is responsible for maintaining
the information before it is committed to the database. Efficiency is gained
because the employees themselves are empowered to review and change
some data related specifically to their personal information and benefits.
Since the source of information is the employee, the chance of error by HR
or Finance personnel is reduced, and the activity can take place at any time,
day or night, even on weekends and holidays.
Financial Impact:The cost of this project is approximately $36,000, including travel and
lodging for the Bi-Tech implementers.
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Item # 17
Alternatives:N/A
Recommendation:Approve the purchase and implementation of the Employee Online product
from Sungard Bi-Tech
Funds are Available in
the Following
Accounts:
Funding is available in 272015410.5424220 from approved 2008 IT Capital
funds.
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Procurement.
Information Technology.
Finance.
Administrator.
Clerk of Commission
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Item # 17
1 CONFIDENTIAL
ADDENDUM TO THE SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT
I. License
This Addendum to the Software License Agreement dated November 12, 1997, is by and between
SunGard Public Sector Bi-Tech LLC, hereinafter referred to as SunGard, and Augusta-Richmond
County, hereinafter referred to as Customer, for a non-transferable, non-exclusive, limited scope,
term license to use SunGard’s proprietary software module(s) known as Employee Online.
The Customer is hereby granted the right to use the module(s) licensed herein, in conjunction
with SunGard’s proprietary application software previously licensed from SunGard, collectively
referred to as Software. Customer’s Software use is limited by the number of Concurrent Users
named in the original Software License and Support Agreement (“Agreement”), as it may have
been amended, between SunGard and Customer.
The term of the license granted by this Addendum shall continue in perpetuity, however;
SunGard’s obligation with respect to warranties and indemnities shall cease to apply if Annual
Support is terminated. SunGard shall have no liability with respect to Customer’s use of the
Software or services after Annual Support is terminated. Customer agrees that the Terms and
Conditions stated in the original Agreement are applicable to the Software licensed in this
Addendum. If any terms of this Addendum conflict with terms of the original Agreement, the
terms herein shall take precedence. No title to or ownership of the Software or any of its parts
is hereby transferred to the Customer and the Customer’s right to use the Software shall at all
times be subject to the restrictions set forth in the above mentioned Agreement and this
Addendum. The license granted hereby does not include licensing for any third party product
unless expressly stated herein.
II. License Fee, Annual Support, Installation and Professional Services:
The service charge(s) are as follows:
If services beyond those included above are needed, they shall be offered at SunGard’s then
current service rates. Any associated Travel, Meals, and Lodging will be billed as incurred.
Customer shall have the option of purchasing Annual Software Support. Annual Software
Support is eighteen (18) percent of the undiscounted License Fee. The first year's Support is
due upon execution and subsequent renewals will be prorated to run concurrently with the
existing support schedule. The annual Software Support period commences upon execution.
Annual Support in future years shall be increased annually by the change in the Consumer
Price Index (CPI) from the previous year, plus 2%.
IFAS Product Quote License First Year
Support Hours Rate
Professional
Services Total Price
Employee Online 14,610 2,630 - 17,240
- Training 40 160 6,400 6,400
- Special Tasks 32 185 5,920 5,920
Installation Fixed N/A 3,600 3,600
Remote Project Manager - Installed Clients Fixed N/A 2,388 2,388
Total $14,610 $2,630 $18,308 $35,548
20% License Discount ($2,922)($2,922)
Net Total $11,688 $2,630 $18,308 $32,626
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2 CONFIDENTIAL
Whenever any services are provided by SunGard at a Customer location or any other location
requested by Customer other than one of SunGard's locations, Customer shall reimburse
SunGard for reasonable travel (including travel from origination points other than SunGard’s
headquarters location), lodging, meal and related expenses incurred by SunGard personnel in
providing such services. Airfares shall be coach or economy. Meal reimbursement for
consulting or training or travel days will be at the per diem rate for Customer’s area as set by
the IRS. Ground transportation may include rental cars (intermediate or economy), bus,
taxi/shuttle (including tips) and/or personal car mileage (at current IRS rate). Lodging
arrangements will be made with safety, cost, proximity to Customer, and reputation of the
facility in mind. Items of a personal nature will not be charged to Customer.
Customer will be provided with a copy of the Traveler’s expense report; however copies of
receipts will not be provided without an additional charge.
Customer shall also reimburse SunGard for freight costs (including in-transit insurance, if
necessary) associated with the delivery of Software, hardware and/or third party software.
III. Payment
Due upon execution of Addendum Fee
100% IFAS License Fees $11,688
IFAS Annual Support (1st Year) 2,630
Fixed Professional Fees 5,988
Total Due $20,306
To be billed as incurred Fee
Professional Services $12,320
Total Due $12,320
If applicable, 100% of the sales/use tax is due on the taxable amount for this Addendum at
execution.
SunGard Public Sector Bi-Tech LLC Augusta-Richmond County
BY:
BY:
PRINT NAME:
Aaron Johnson
PRINT NAME:
PRINT
TITLE:
President
PRINT
TITLE:
DATE SIGNED:
DATE SIGNED:
Attachment number 1
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SunGard Public Sector Bi-Tech 890 Fortress Street Chico, CA 95973
Software Price Quote
September 22, 2008
Ms. Indria Davis
Augusta - Richmond County
530 Greene Street, Annex 101
Augusta, GA 30911
This pricing is valid for 60 days
Quotation Notes:
1. Training and Special Tasks hours are billed as incurred. Travel, meals and lodging are billed to the client as incurred.
2. Maintenance is 18% of the list price.
3. Sales tax applies to the Software and Annual Support purchased. Please add the applicable sales tax.
Thank you for the opportunity to provide this information. If you have any questions please let me know.
Sincerely,
Mark A. Johnson
Regional Sales Manager
530-879-2908
mark.johnson@sungardps.com
IFAS Product Quote License First Year
Support Hours Rate
Professional
Services Total Price
Employee Online 14,610 2,630 - 17,240
- Training 40 160 6,400 6,400
- Special Tasks 32 185 5,920 5,920
Installation Fixed N/A 3,600 3,600
Remote Project Manager - Installed Clients Fixed N/A 2,388 2,388
Total $14,610 $2,630 $18,308 $35,548
20% License Discount ($2,922)($2,922)
Net Total $11,688 $2,630 $18,308 $32,626
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Item # 17
Commission Meeting Agenda
10/21/2008 2:00 PM
Grant Award for Purchase of Services for Juvenile Offenders Program
Department:Clerk of Commission
Caption:Motion to approve acceptance of a Grant Award in the amount of $7,500.00
from the Council of Juvenile Court Judges of Georgia for the Purchase of
Services for Juvenile Offenders Program. (Approved by Public Safety
Committee October 13, 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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Commission Meeting Agenda
10/21/2008 2:00 PM
Juvenile Justice Purchase of Service Contract
Department:
Caption:Motion to approve the purchase of service contract between The
Counseling Group and Augusta, Ga. in assocation with Grant Award in the
amount of $7,500.00 from the Council of Juvenile Court Judges of Georgia
for the Purchase of Services for Juvenile Offenders Program.
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
10/21/2008 2:00 PM
2008 Budget Amendment
Department:Augusta Regional Airport
Caption:Motion to approve a request for an amendment to the 2008 Airport Budget.
(Approved by Finance Committee October 13, 2008)
Background:During the 2008 budget process, the airport estimated revenues and
expenditures based on the April/May 2007 activity.
Analysis:The budget will be amended to more accurately reflect the current activity
which includes increasing airport revenue, the most significant being fuel.
Financial Impact:The net impact of this amendment increases expense approximately
$1,146,000.
Alternatives:Deny Request.
Recommendation:Accept Request.
Funds are Available in
the Following
Accounts:
Various expense and revenue items.
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Clerk of Commission
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Commission Meeting Agenda
10/21/2008 2:00 PM
Annette Stringer
Department:Clerk of Commission
Caption:Motion to approve a request from Ms. Annette Stringer regarding a refund
of property taxes in the amount of $456.14 on property at 4172 Kevin Road.
(Approved by Finance Committee October 13, 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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Commission Meeting Agenda
10/21/2008 2:00 PM
Anthony and Teronda Ward
Department:Clerk of Commission
Caption:Motion to approve a request from Anthony and Teronda Ward regarding a
refund of overpayment of taxes in the amount of $212.85 for the years 2006
and 2007 for property at 2982 Clarkston Road. (Approved by Finance
Committee October 13, 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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10/21/2008 2:00 PM
Mary Elizabeth Swearingen
Department:Clerk of Commission
Caption:Motion to approve a request from Ms. Mary Elizabeth Swearingen for an
abatement of taxes in the amount of $942.36 on property at 5118 Wheeler
Lake Road. (Approved by Finance Committee October 13, 2008)
Background:
Analysis:
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Alternatives:
Recommendation:
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10/21/2008 2:00 PM
Refund Recommendations from the Board of Assessors
Department:Board of Assessors - Charles F. Smith, Chairman and Calvin Hicks, Chief
Appraiser
Caption:Motion to approve refund recommendations from the Board of Assessors
for two accounts. (Approved by Finance Committee October 13, 2008)
Background:See attachment
Analysis:See attachment
Financial Impact:See attachment
Alternatives:None
Recommendation:See attachment
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10/21/2008 2:00 PM
Tamara Perry
Department:Clerk of Commission
Caption:Report from staff regarding the denial of the claim of Ms. Tamara Perry
concerning her claim for damages against the City resulting from an incident
that occurred on June 9, 2008. (No recommendation from Finance
Committee October 13, 2008)
Background:
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10/21/2008 2:00 PM
United Way of the CSRA
Department:Clerk of Commission
Caption:Motion to approve a request from the United Way of the CSRA, Inc. for
Augusta Richmond County to serve as fiscal sponsor (grantee) for the
Georgia Department of Community Affairs/Hands On Georgia State
Challenge Grant in the amount of up to $10,000 on behalf of United Way of
the CSRA, Inc. (sub recipient). (Approved by Finance Committee
October 13, 2008)
Background:
Analysis:
Financial Impact:
Alternatives:
Recommendation:
Funds are Available in
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10/21/2008 2:00 PM
AMENDMENT TO ARCHITECT’S CONTRACT FOR NEW JUDICIAL CENTER
Department:Public Services Department - Facilities Management Division
Caption:Motion to approve a request to approve Amendment No. 1 to Turner &
Associates’ Architectural Contract for the New Judicial Center.
Background:The architectural contract for design of the new Judicial Center was
negotiated and executed without the additional services of furniture, fixtures
and equipment (FF&E) and audio-visual (A/V) design included. The project
design has now advanced to the point that these services are needed in order
to keep the project moving forward in an efficient manner. Waiting until
after the design is nearly complete has the potential to delay the project and
increase change orders. The Judicial Center Selection Committee’s choice of
this Architect was based in part on the experience and body of justice work
produced by the design team, and the interior design expertise they bring to
the project is substantial. Including this work within their scope of
responsibility is in the best interest of the project. It is recommended that
approval be given to the attached proposal, and that the architect’s contract
be amended accordingly.
Analysis:The project’s FF&E design is needed in order to plan power, data and
lighting systems so that their locations can be properly coordinated by the
design engineers. In addition, selection and specification of audio-visual
equipment is needed for courtrooms and other locations within the new
Judicial Center.
Financial Impact:The amount of additional architectural fees is $160,820. The overall
architectural fee will increase from $4,151,300 to $4,312,120. The
architect’s reimbursable expenses allowance will increase from $350,000 to
$366,082.
Alternatives:1. Approve Amendment No. 1 to Turner & Associates’ Architectural
Contract for the New Judicial Center. 2. Hire alternative firm to design
FF&E and A/V components of the project.
Recommendation:#1. Approve Amendment No. 1 to Turner & Associates’ Architectural
Contract for the New Judicial Center.
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the Following
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10/21/2008 2:00 PM
Amendments to Professional Service Agreement for Judicial Center
Department:Administrator
Caption:Motion to approve Amendments 1 and 2 to contract with Turner Associates
Architects & Planners, Inc. for the Judicial Center.
Background:
Analysis:
Financial Impact:
Alternatives:
Recommendation:
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Award construction contract for Augusta Utilities Department renewal & extension project 80700040 - Brown Rd.
Sanitary Sewer System Improvement.
Department:Augusta Utilities Department
Caption:Approve award of construction in the amount of $447,856.21 to Mabus
Brothers for the Brown Rd. Sanitary Sewer System Improvement project.
Bid item # 08-166.
Background:The Brown Rd. Sanitary Sewer System Improvement project is located in
the vicinity of Brown Rd. in Augusta Richmond County, Georgia. The
project will provide a offsite sewer main to supply sewer service to a new
Richmond Board of Education School (RCBOE), as well the other
properties in that area. The project scope includes approximately 9,000
linear feet of both 10” and 12” sewer main that will serve the school and the
surrounding area. The sewer main will be constructed by connecting to the
existing sanitary sewer manhole installed for the RCBOE’s new school and
extending the line to the Spirit Creek Sanitary Sewer Trunk line.
Analysis:Mabus Brothers submitted an acceptable bid package and was the lowest
responsive bidder. The staff of the Augusta Utilities Department met with
the design engineering firm, Zimmerman, Evans, and Leopold, Inc.(ZEL)
and the City Attorney's office to evaluate the bids. The lowest bidder,
Coffman Grading Company was declared unresponsive due to not having an
utilities contractor license when the bids were submitted.
Financial Impact:The bid amount submitted for this project was $447,856.21. These funds are
available from the following account: 507043420-5425210 / 80700040-
5425210.
Alternatives:Reject all bids, which would delay the project and the construction of the
sewer system for the new school and the surrounding area of Brown Rd. 2.
Award the contract to Mabus Brothers for construction of the new sewer
system improvements project.
Recommendation:It is recommended to award the construction contract to Mabus Brothers in
the amount of $447,856.21
Funds are Available in
the Following
Accounts:
$447,856.21 from account 507043420-5425210 / 80700040-5425210
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COFFMAN GRADING MABUS BROTHERS BLAIR CONSTRUCTION CONSTRUCTION PERFECTED
Bids Received: September 9, 2008 at 3:00 P.M., Project 0706:00 CUMMING, GA AUGUSTA, GA EVANS, GA NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.
Item Description Quantity Unit Unit Price Amount Unit Price Amount Unit Price Amount Unit Price Amount
WATER MAIN
S-1B 10” diameter PVC sanitary sewer pipe SDR 35, Depth 0’ to 6’, including Type II (No.
57 stone) bedding material
3182 LF 20.00$ 63,640.00$ 20.54$ 65,358.28$ 16.30$ 51,866.60$ 24.40$ 77,640.80$
S-2B 10” diameter PVC sanitary sewer pipe SDR 35, Depth 6’ to 8', including Type II
(No.57 stone) bedding material
1208 LF 22.50$ 27,180.00$ 22.52$ 27,204.16$ 16.95$ 20,475.60$ 26.50$ 32,012.00$
S-3B 10” diameter PVC sanitary sewer pipe SDR 35, Depth 8’ to10’, including Type II
(No.57 stone) bedding material
1444 LF 25.00$ 36,100.00$ 24.52$ 35,406.88$ 18.50$ 26,714.00$ 28.60$ 41,298.40$
S-4B 10” diameter PVC sanitary sewer pipe SDR 35, Depth 10’ to12’, including Type II
(No. 57 stone) bedding material
477 LF 27.50$ 13,117.50$ 26.52$ 12,650.04$ 20.84$ 9,940.68$ 30.70$ 14,643.90$
S-5B 10” diameter PVC sanitary sewer pipe SDR 35, Depth 12' to 14’, including Type II
(No. 57 stone) bedding material
475 LF 30.00$ 14,250.00$ 28.52$ 13,547.00$ 24.06$ 11,428.50$ 32.80$ 15,580.00$
S-6B 10” diameter PVC sanitary sewer pipe SDR 35, Depth 14’ to 16’, including Type II
(No. 57 stone) bedding material
60 LF 32.50$ 1,950.00$ 30.52$ 1,831.20$ 26.48$ 1,588.80$ 36.00$ 2,160.00$
S-1C 12” diameter PVC sanitary sewer pipe SDR 35, Depth 0’ to 6’, including Type II (No.
57 stone) bedding material
76 LF 22.50$ 1,710.00$ 22.80$ 1,732.80$ 18.77$ 1,426.52$ 26.80$ 2,036.80$
S-2C 12” diameter PVC sanitary sewer pipe SDR 35, Depth 6’ to 8’, including Type II (No.
57 stone) bedding material
137 LF 25.00$ 3,425.00$ 24.80$ 3,397.60$ 19.38$ 2,655.06$ 28.89$ 3,957.93$
S-3C 12” diameter PVC sanitary sewer pipe SDR 35, Depth 8’ to 10’, including Type II
(No.57 stone) bedding material
552 LF 27.50$ 15,180.00$ 26.80$ 14,793.60$ 20.91$ 11,542.32$ 31.00$ 17,112.00$
S-4C 12” diameter PVC sanitary sewer pipe SDR 35, Depth 10’ to 12’, including Type II
(No. 57 stone) bedding material
200 LF 30.00$ 6,000.00$ 28.80$ 5,760.00$ 23.26$ 4,652.00$ 33.00$ 6,600.00$
S-5C 12” diameter PVC sanitary sewer pipe SDR 35, Depth 12’ to 14’, including Type II
(No.57 stone) bedding material
190 LF 32.50$ 6,175.00$ 30.80$ 5,852.00$ 26.48$ 5,031.20$ 35.20$ 6,688.00$
S-6C 12” diameter PVC sanitary sewer pipe SDR 35, Depth 14’ to 16’, including Type II
(No. 57 stone) bedding material
420 LF 35.00$ 14,700.00$ 32.80$ 13,776.00$ 28.90$ 12,138.00$ 38.35$ 16,107.00$
S-7C 12” diameter PVC sanitary sewer pipe SDR 35, Depth 16’ to 18’, including Type II
(No. 57 stone) bedding material
366 LF 37.50$ 13,725.00$ 34.80$ 12,736.80$ 37.52$ 13,732.32$ 54.00$ 19,764.00$
S-8C 12” diameter PVC sanitary sewer pipe SDR 35, Depth 18’ to 20’, including Type II
(No. 57 stone) bedding material
253 LF 40.00$ 10,120.00$ 36.80$ 9,310.40$ 43.12$ 10,909.36$ 54.10$ 13,687.30$
S-9B 10" diameter ductile iron sanitary sewer pipe Class 1, Depth 0' to 6', including Type II
(No. 67 stone) bedding material
335 LF 37.50$ 12,562.50$ 55.31$ 18,528.85$ 58.38$ 19,557.30$ 69.41$ 23,252.35$
S-9C 12” diameter PVC sanitary sewer pipe SDR 35, Depth 20’ to 22’, including Type II
(No. 57 stone) bedding material
110 LF 42.50$ 4,675.00$ 38.80$ 4,268.00$ 43.12$ 4,743.20$ 75.10$ 8,261.00$
S-17 Brown Road Crossing-Jack & Bore 20" diameter steel casing, minimum wall thickness
0.375 inch. Carrier pipe included. 12" diameter ductile iron sanitary sewer pipe, Class
250, restrained joint. end seals
40 LF 200.00$ 8,000.00$ 376.77$ 15,070.80$ 250.00$ 10,000.00$ 355.00$ 14,200.00$
S-20A Pre-cast sanitary manhole, GA DOT STD 1011A, Type 1, Depth 0' to 6' (48" Diameter) 32 EA 1,000.00$ 32,000.00$ 1,612.00$ 51,584.00$ 2,041.06$ 65,313.92$ 1,335.00$ 42,720.00$
S-21A Additional Sanitary Manhole depth, Type 1, Class 1 (48" Dia.) 162 VF 100.00$ 16,200.00$ 154.02$ 24,951.24$ 75.90$ 12,295.80$ 128.00$ 20,736.00$
S-22A Additional Sanitary Manhole Depth, Type 1 Depth Class 2 (48" Diameter) 10 VF 125.00$ 1,250.00$ 154.02$ 1,540.20$ 85.00$ 850.00$ 130.00$ 1,300.00$
S-30 6" sanitary sewer service, complete 2 EA 500.00$ 1,000.00$ 500.00$ 1,000.00$ 778.42$ 1,556.84$ 605.00$ 1,210.00$
S-33 Tie new sanitary sewer to existing manholes, diameter varies 2 EA 500.00$ 1,000.00$ 1,400.00$ 2,800.00$ 2,570.67$ 5,141.34$ 1,050.00$ 2,100.00$
S-34 AC Water Main Crossing 2 EA 1,250.00$ 2,500.00$ 1,388.00$ 2,776.00$ 2,033.00$ 4,066.00$ 3,200.00$ 6,400.00$
S-38 Creek Crossing including rip rap, filter fabric and concrete encasement 160 LF 50.00$ 8,000.00$ 168.35$ 26,936.00$ 33.63$ 5,380.80$ 48.00$ 7,680.00$
MISCELLANEOUS
M-3 Rock Excavation 10 CY 60.00$ 600.00$ 85.00$ 850.00$ 69.55$ 695.50$ 63.00$ 630.00$
M-7 Select Refill 600 CY 15.00$ 9,000.00$ 8.00$ 4,800.00$ 6.95$ 4,170.00$ 5.50$ 3,300.00$
LUMP SUM
LS-1 Lump sum construction (includes but is not limited to the listing continued below) 1 LS 50,000.00$ 50,000.00$ 69,458.00$ 69,458.00$ 139,581.50$ 139,581.50$ 63,400.00$ 63,400.00$
TOTAL BASE BID 374,060.00$ . 447,919.85$ 457,453.16$ 464,477.48$
OTHER BIDDERS
EAGLE UTILITY CONTRACTING, INC., BISHOP, GA. $510,891.45 I CERTIFY THAT THIS TABULATION IS A TRUE AND CORRECT COPY OF ALL
BEAM'S CONTRACTING, INC. BEECH ISLAND, S.C.. $535,287.38 BIDS RECEIVED ON SEPTEMBER 9, 2008 FOR AUGUSTA RICHMOND COUNTY.
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JORGE E. JIMENEZ, P. E.
BID TABULATION
AUGUSTA UTILITIES DEPARTMENT
BROWN ROAD SANITARY
SEWER AUD PROJECT 00040
RENEWAL AND EXTENSION NO. 200606
AUGUSTA RICHMOND COUNTY, GA
SREENIGNE
435 TELFAIR ST.
AUGUSTA, GEORGIAPREPARED BY
PHONE (706)724-5627
ZIMMERMAN, EVANS AND LEOPOLD, INC.
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Bids Received: September 9, 2008 at 3:00 P.M., Project 0706:00 CUMMING, GA AUGUSTA, GA EVANS, GA NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.
Item Description Quantity Unit Unit Price Amount Unit Price Amount Unit Price Amount Unit Price Amount
WATER MAIN
S-1B 10” diameter PVC sanitary sewer pipe SDR 35, Depth 0’ to 6’, including Type II (No.
57 stone) bedding material
3182 LF 20.00$ 63,640.00$ 20.54$ 65,358.28$ 16.30$ 51,866.60$ 24.40$ 77,640.80$
S-2B 10” diameter PVC sanitary sewer pipe SDR 35, Depth 6’ to 8', including Type II
(No.57 stone) bedding material
1208 LF 22.50$ 27,180.00$ 22.52$ 27,204.16$ 16.95$ 20,475.60$ 26.50$ 32,012.00$
S-3B 10” diameter PVC sanitary sewer pipe SDR 35, Depth 8’ to10’, including Type II
(No.57 stone) bedding material
1444 LF 25.00$ 36,100.00$ 24.52$ 35,406.88$ 18.50$ 26,714.00$ 28.60$ 41,298.40$
S-4B 10” diameter PVC sanitary sewer pipe SDR 35, Depth 10’ to12’, including Type II
(No. 57 stone) bedding material
477 LF 27.50$ 13,117.50$ 26.52$ 12,650.04$ 20.84$ 9,940.68$ 30.70$ 14,643.90$
S-5B 10” diameter PVC sanitary sewer pipe SDR 35, Depth 12' to 14’, including Type II
(No. 57 stone) bedding material
475 LF 30.00$ 14,250.00$ 28.52$ 13,547.00$ 24.06$ 11,428.50$ 32.80$ 15,580.00$
S-6B 10” diameter PVC sanitary sewer pipe SDR 35, Depth 14’ to 16’, including Type II
(No. 57 stone) bedding material
60 LF 32.50$ 1,950.00$ 30.52$ 1,831.20$ 26.48$ 1,588.80$ 36.00$ 2,160.00$
S-1C 12” diameter PVC sanitary sewer pipe SDR 35, Depth 0’ to 6’, including Type II (No.
57 stone) bedding material
76 LF 22.50$ 1,710.00$ 22.80$ 1,732.80$ 18.77$ 1,426.52$ 26.80$ 2,036.80$
S-2C 12” diameter PVC sanitary sewer pipe SDR 35, Depth 6’ to 8’, including Type II (No.
57 stone) bedding material
137 LF 25.00$ 3,425.00$ 24.80$ 3,397.60$ 19.38$ 2,655.06$ 28.89$ 3,957.93$
S-3C 12” diameter PVC sanitary sewer pipe SDR 35, Depth 8’ to 10’, including Type II
(No.57 stone) bedding material
552 LF 27.50$ 15,180.00$ 26.80$ 14,793.60$ 20.91$ 11,542.32$ 31.00$ 17,112.00$
S-4C 12” diameter PVC sanitary sewer pipe SDR 35, Depth 10’ to 12’, including Type II
(No. 57 stone) bedding material
200 LF 30.00$ 6,000.00$ 28.80$ 5,760.00$ 23.26$ 4,652.00$ 33.00$ 6,600.00$
S-5C 12” diameter PVC sanitary sewer pipe SDR 35, Depth 12’ to 14’, including Type II
(No.57 stone) bedding material
190 LF 32.50$ 6,175.00$ 30.80$ 5,852.00$ 26.48$ 5,031.20$ 35.20$ 6,688.00$
S-6C 12” diameter PVC sanitary sewer pipe SDR 35, Depth 14’ to 16’, including Type II
(No. 57 stone) bedding material
420 LF 35.00$ 14,700.00$ 32.80$ 13,776.00$ 28.90$ 12,138.00$ 38.35$ 16,107.00$
S-7C 12” diameter PVC sanitary sewer pipe SDR 35, Depth 16’ to 18’, including Type II
(No. 57 stone) bedding material
366 LF 37.50$ 13,725.00$ 34.80$ 12,736.80$ 37.52$ 13,732.32$ 54.00$ 19,764.00$
S-8C 12” diameter PVC sanitary sewer pipe SDR 35, Depth 18’ to 20’, including Type II
(No. 57 stone) bedding material
253 LF 40.00$ 10,120.00$ 36.80$ 9,310.40$ 43.12$ 10,909.36$ 54.10$ 13,687.30$
S-9B 10" diameter ductile iron sanitary sewer pipe Class 1, Depth 0' to 6', including Type II
(No. 67 stone) bedding material
335 LF 37.50$ 12,562.50$ 55.31$ 18,528.85$ 58.38$ 19,557.30$ 69.41$ 23,252.35$
S-9C 12” diameter PVC sanitary sewer pipe SDR 35, Depth 20’ to 22’, including Type II
(No. 57 stone) bedding material
110 LF 42.50$ 4,675.00$ 38.80$ 4,268.00$ 43.12$ 4,743.20$ 75.10$ 8,261.00$
S-17 Brown Road Crossing-Jack & Bore 20" diameter steel casing, minimum wall thickness
0.375 inch. Carrier pipe included. 12" diameter ductile iron sanitary sewer pipe, Class
250, restrained joint. end seals
40 LF 200.00$ 8,000.00$ 376.77$ 15,070.80$ 250.00$ 10,000.00$ 355.00$ 14,200.00$
S-20A Pre-cast sanitary manhole, GA DOT STD 1011A, Type 1, Depth 0' to 6' (48" Diameter) 32 EA 1,000.00$ 32,000.00$ 1,612.00$ 51,584.00$ 2,041.06$ 65,313.92$ 1,335.00$ 42,720.00$
S-21A Additional Sanitary Manhole depth, Type 1, Class 1 (48" Dia.) 162 VF 100.00$ 16,200.00$ 154.02$ 24,951.24$ 75.90$ 12,295.80$ 128.00$ 20,736.00$
S-22A Additional Sanitary Manhole Depth, Type 1 Depth Class 2 (48" Diameter) 10 VF 125.00$ 1,250.00$ 154.02$ 1,540.20$ 85.00$ 850.00$ 130.00$ 1,300.00$
S-30 6" sanitary sewer service, complete 2 EA 500.00$ 1,000.00$ 500.00$ 1,000.00$ 778.42$ 1,556.84$ 605.00$ 1,210.00$
S-33 Tie new sanitary sewer to existing manholes, diameter varies 2 EA 500.00$ 1,000.00$ 1,400.00$ 2,800.00$ 2,570.67$ 5,141.34$ 1,050.00$ 2,100.00$
S-34 AC Water Main Crossing 2 EA 1,250.00$ 2,500.00$ 1,388.00$ 2,776.00$ 2,033.00$ 4,066.00$ 3,200.00$ 6,400.00$
S-38 Creek Crossing including rip rap, filter fabric and concrete encasement 160 LF 50.00$ 8,000.00$ 168.35$ 26,936.00$ 33.63$ 5,380.80$ 48.00$ 7,680.00$
MISCELLANEOUS
M-3 Rock Excavation 10 CY 60.00$ 600.00$ 85.00$ 850.00$ 69.55$ 695.50$ 63.00$ 630.00$
M-7 Select Refill 600 CY 15.00$ 9,000.00$ 8.00$ 4,800.00$ 6.95$ 4,170.00$ 5.50$ 3,300.00$
LUMP SUM
LS-1 Lump sum construction (includes but is not limited to the listing continued below) 1 LS 50,000.00$ 50,000.00$ 69,458.00$ 69,458.00$ 139,581.50$ 139,581.50$ 63,400.00$ 63,400.00$
TOTAL BASE BID 374,060.00$ . 447,919.85$ 457,453.16$ 464,477.48$
OTHER BIDDERS
EAGLE UTILITY CONTRACTING, INC., BISHOP, GA. $510,891.45 I CERTIFY THAT THIS TABULATION IS A TRUE AND CORRECT COPY OF ALL
BEAM'S CONTRACTING, INC. BEECH ISLAND, S.C.. $535,287.38 BIDS RECEIVED ON SEPTEMBER 9, 2008 FOR AUGUSTA RICHMOND COUNTY.
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JORGE E. JIMENEZ, P. E.
BID TABULATION
AUGUSTA UTILITIES DEPARTMENT
BROWN ROAD SANITARY
SEWER AUD PROJECT 00040
RENEWAL AND EXTENSION NO. 200606
AUGUSTA RICHMOND COUNTY, GA
SREENIGNE
435 TELFAIR ST.
AUGUSTA, GEORGIAPREPARED BY
PHONE (706)724-5627
ZIMMERMAN, EVANS AND LEOPOLD, INC.
0706-00 BID TAB.xls Page 1
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Commission Meeting Agenda
10/21/2008 2:00 PM
Goodrich St. Raw Water Pumping Station
Department:Utilities
Caption:Authorize award and execution of a contract with Hagler Systems to provide
Mechanical Equipment Integrator Services for the Goodrich St. Raw Water
Pumping Station Improvements in the amount of $410,809.
Background:The Augusta Commission recently authorized the Utilities Department to
proceed with negotiations with the Mechanical Equipment Integrator firm of
Hagler Systems to provide services on the Goodrich St. Raw Water
Pumping Station Improvements Project. The project includes adding two
large diesel driven pumps and a future electric pump at the Raw Water
Pumping Station. These diesel and electric pumps will have the capability of
pumping raw water from either the Augusta Canal or the Savannah River.
Due to the specialized nature of the work required and the critical nature of
equipment, the mechanical equipment integrator was necessary for this
project.
Analysis:After several scoping and negotiation sessions, the process is completed.
The compensation being recommended presents a reasonable fee for the
services to be provided.
Financial Impact:Funds for the project are included in the 2002 Bond Issue, under account
number 510043410-5425110/80110250-5425110.
Alternatives:No alternatives are recommended.
Recommendation:We recommend the Commission authorize the award and execution of a
contract with Hagler Systems to provide Mechanical Equipment Integrator
Services for the Goodrich St. Raw Water Pumping Station Improvements in
the amount of $410,809.
Funds are Available in
the Following
Accounts:
510043410-5425110 80110250-5425110.
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
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Procurement.
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Commission Meeting Agenda
10/21/2008 2:00 PM
Nixon Road Water Main Improvements
Department:Utilities
Caption:Authorize award of bid for the Nixon Rd. Water Main Improvements (Bid
Item #08-146) to the lowest responsive bidder Quality Storm Water
Solutions, LLC in the amount of $139,610.50.
Background:The Augusta Utilities Department has been planning an addition to the water
infrastructure system called the Nixon Rd. Water Main Improvements. This
project will service several areas along Nixon Rd. and Doug Barnard
Parkway. The Utilities Department had construction plans and specifications
prepared and the Procurement Department handled the procurement through
the standard bidding process. Construction plans and specification bid
packages were advertised and bids were accepted from all qualified bidders.
One property owner has agreed to contribute to the cost of the construction
in the amount of $16,500 in order to accelerate the schedule of construction.
Analysis:The Procurement Department recently received bids on the Nixon Rd. Water
Main Improvements project (Bid Item #08-146). The Utilities Department,
Procurement Department, and Consulting Engineer have reviewed the
information submitted and recommend the lowest responsive bidder. Listed
below is the tabulation of the bids received. 1. Quality Storm Water
Solutions, LLC $ 139,610.50 2. Eagle Utilities $ 145,756.10 3. Harris
Trucking, Inc. $ 153,260.00 4. Blair Construction $ 173,503.60
Financial Impact:Funds for the project are included in the Renewal and Extension Fund,
under account number 507043410-5425110/80800015-5425110.
Alternatives:No alternatives are recommended.
Recommendation:We recommend the Commission authorize the award of the Nixon Rd.
Water Main Improvements (Bid Item #08-146) to the lowest responsive
bidder Quality Storm Water Solutions, LLC in the amount of $139,610.50
Funds are Available in
the Following
Accounts:
507043410-5425110 80800015-5425110.
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Commission Meeting Agenda
10/21/2008 2:00 PM
Street Lighting Bid Award
Department:Abie L. Ladson, P. E., Director
Caption:Approve the awarding of low bid in the amount of $96,295 to Graybar
Electric supply for street light poles and fixtures for replacements/ repairs in
the Augusta Richmond County urban areas for a period of one year.
Effective upon date of adoption of this item. The funds are available in the
Street Lighting Budget Account 2760416105414410.
Background:This is an annual bid process.
Analysis:Review of Bids.
Financial Impact:Adequate funds are available and expenditure of this amount will leave
$3,705. which is sufficient for any emergencies that may arise before the
end of the year. Graybar $96,295.00 Cameron and Barkley $111,104.52
Alternatives:1. Approve the awarding of Bid Item #08-158 in the amount of $96,295.00
to Graybar Electric Supply for street light poles and fixtures for
replacements/ repairs in the Augusta Richmond County urban areas for a
period of one year. This is effective upon date of adoption of this item. 2. Do
not approve and deny replacement and/or repairs of street light poles and
fixtures.
Recommendation:Approve Alternative No. 1
Funds are Available in
the Following
Accounts:
The funds are available in the Street Lighting Budget Account
2760416105414410.
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Finance.
Procurement.
Administrator.
Clerk of Commission
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10/21/2008 2:00 PM
Minutes
Department:Clerk of Commission
Caption:Motion to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of the Commission
held on October 7, 2008.
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Financial Impact:
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Recommendation:
Funds are Available in
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REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
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Commission Meeting Agenda
10/21/2008 2:00 PM
Reschedule November 4th meeting
Department:
Caption:Motion to approve the rescheduling of the Tuesday, Novemer 4, 2008
regular meeting to Wednesday, November 5th.
Background:
Analysis:
Financial Impact:
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Recommendation:
Funds are Available in
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Commission Meeting Agenda
10/21/2008 2:00 PM
District Appointment 4
Department:
Caption:Motion to approve the reappointment of Ernestine Covington to the ARC
Library Board of Trustees representing District 4.
Background:
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Recommendation:
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Commission Meeting Agenda
10/21/2008 2:00 PM
2009 Budget
Department:Clerk of Commission
Caption:Presentation of 2009 Budget by the Administrator.
Background:
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Recommendation:
Funds are Available in
the Following
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REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
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10/21/2008 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:
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Financial Impact:
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Recommendation:
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REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
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