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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2009-07-21-Meeting Agenda Commission Meeting Agenda Commission Chamber 7/21/2009 2:00 PM INVOCATION: Bishop Rosa Williams, Pastor Ever Faithful Baptist Church PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA. RECOGNITION(S) Employee of the Month A. Mr. Robert Williams, R.F. Specialist, Information Technology Department. Attachments Five (5) minute time limit per delegation DELEGATIONS B. Jakki Coloure Concept Global Group. RE: Beauty Challenge Tour in Augusta. Attachments CONSENT AGENDA (Items 1-25) PLANNING 1. FINAL PLAT – WEST WHEELER TOWNHOMES, PHASE 11 – S-798 - A request for concurrence with the Augusta-Richmond County Planning Commission to approve a petition by Southern Partners, on behalf of ATC Development Corp., requesting final plat approval for West Wheeler Townhomes, Phase II. This residential townhome subdivision is located on Aruba Circle and contains 19 lots. Attachments 2. FINAL PLAT AMENDMENT - Richmond Estates, Phase I (fka Grandwood Estates, Phase I) - S-714-I – A request for concurrence with the Augusta-Richmond County Planning Commission to approve a petition by Crown Communities requesting to change the name of Grandwood Estates, Phase I to Richmond Estates, Phase 1 and to revise the front minimum building line from 30 feet as shown on the original final plat to 25 feet on this revised final plat. Attachments 3. FINAL PLAT – MASON MCKNIGHT JR.PARKWAY – S-770 – A request for concurrence with the Augusta-Richmond County Planning Commission to approve a petition by Cranston Engineering Group requesting final plat approval for Mason McKnight Jr. Parkway (approved on development plan named Mush Road). This roadway is located between Scott Nixon Memorial Drive and Frontage Road and Flowing Wells Road. Attachments 4. Z-09-33 – A request for concurrence with the Augusta-Richmond County Planning Commission to approve a petition by Mary Jackson, on behalf of Glen W. Jackson, requesting a Special Exception to establish a Family Personal Care Home per Section 26-1 (h) of the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance for Augusta-Richmond County affecting property containing .26 acres and is known as 3409 Apple Jack Terrace. (Tax Map 134-1-058-00-0) DISTRICT 2 Attachments 5. Z-09-34- A request for concurrence with the Augusta-Richmond County Planning Commission to approve a petition by Belinda Winfrey requesting a Special Exception to establish a Family Personal Care Home per Section 26-1 (h) of the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance for Augusta-Richmond County affecting property containing .22 acres and is known as 1833 Empress Court. (Tax Map 122-3-207-00- 0) DISTRICT 6 Attachments 6. Z-09-37 – A request for concurrence with the Augusta-Richmond County Planning Commission to approve a petition by Johns S. Clarke, on behalf of Frances Clarke Mattox, requesting a change of zoning from Zone A (Agriculture) to Zone B-1 (Neighborhood Business) affecting property containing approximately .8 acres and has been recently assigned an address of 2558 Windsor Spring Road. (Part of Tax Map 142-0-002-00-0) DISTRICT 4 Attachments PUBLIC SERVICES 7. Motion to approve an Ordinance to amend the August, Ga. Code Title Six Sections 6-6-45 and 6-6-46 relating to "License to Operate Arcades", and "Amusement Game Permit" so as to establish distance requirements for coin operated amusement machines; to repeal all code sections and ordinances and parts of code sections and ordinances in conflict herewith; to provide an effective date and of other purposes. (Approved by the Commission July 7, 2009 - second reading) Attachments 8. Motion to accept a donation from the Mayor's Masters Reception Committee in the amount of $1000, and to approve a budget amendment to add $1000 to the Recreation and Parks training budget. (Approved by Public Services Committee July 13, 2009) Attachments 9. Motion to approve Bid Item 09-116, new electrical service and court lighting at Newman Tennis Center, to Hebbard Electric for $65,721.00. (Approved by Public Services Committee July 13, 2009) Attachments 10. Motion to approve Bid Item #09-092, Resurfacing of Tennis Courts, to Court Makers, Inc., for $85,453.33. (Approved by Public Services Committee July 13, 2009) Attachments ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES 11. Motion to approve BlueCross BlueShield of Georgia as Augusta-Richmond County's Health Insurance Provider for 2010. (Approved by Administrative Services Committee July 13, 2009) Attachments PUBLIC SAFETY 12. Motion to approve a 2009 budget amendment for the 2008 Congressionally Earmarked Funding (COPS 2009 Technology Grant) to reflect increased revenue in the amount of $350,000 which will be utilized to continue funding the Mobile Data Terminal (MDT) Program. (Approved by Public Safety Committee July 13, 2009) Attachments 13. Motion to approve a request from the CSRA Humane Society, Inc. for the renewal of the current lease of the old City Stockade for continued use as a no-kill pet shelter for ten-year period. (Approved by Public Safety Committee July 13, 2009) Attachments FINANCE 14. Motion to approve the replacement of 8 vehicles of the general fund departments through the Georgia State Vehicle Contract program from the General Fund Capital Outlay. (Approved by Finance Committee July 13, 2009) Attachments 15. Motion to accept/approve the recommendations of the Tax Assessor regarding the request from Augusta Property Management, Inc. for a refund of taxes paid in 2008 on properties located at 2461 Damascus Road, 2511 Cascade Drive and 2419 Baywood Drive. (Approved by Finance Committee July 13, 2009) Attachments 16. Motion to approve the revised 2010 Budget Calendar. (Approved by Finance Committee July 13, 2009). Attachments 17. Motion to approve a request from Good Neighbor Ministries for funding in the amount of $25,000 for start-up operations for the Harrisburg Family Healthcare Clinic Attachments funded from contingency and require that the organization furnish the City with the normal contract and audit information. (Approved by Finance Committee July 13,2009) 18. Motion to approve a request from the New Bethlehem Community Center for funding in the amount of $25,000 to provide fencing and an outdoor water fountain for the existing park/playground area funded from contingency and require that the organization furnish the City with the normal contract and audit information. (Approved by Finance Committee July 13, 2009) Attachments 19. Motion to approve transfer of ownership of Powder Works Chimney to the Augusta Canal Authority and $52,000 for renovations. (Approved by Finance Committee July 13, 2009) Attachments 20. Motion to approve request to raise the Interment rates to reflect the actual cost of the service and approve budget amendment for $10,000 for Acct. #101063110-52.13119. (Approved by Finance Committee July 13, 2009) Attachments ENGINEERING SERVICES 21. Motion to authorize Option A of the Administrator's recommendation for payment of the current bills through the contract period ending December 31, 2009 relative to the existing Program Management Services Contract with CH2M Hill. (Approved by July 13, 2009 Engineering Services Committee) Attachments 22. Motion to approve Co-Location Lease Terminations for Wireless Communications Facilities on Utilities Jake Ellis Road, Kipling Road and Fairington Road Water Storage Tanks. (Approved by Engineering Servcies Committee July 13, 2009) Attachments 23. Motion to approve a resolution creating street lighting districts. (Approved by Engineering Services Committee July 13, 2009) Attachments PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS 24. Motion to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of the Commission held on July 7, 2009 and Special Called meeting held July 13, 2009. Attachments APPOINTMENT(S) 25. Motion to approve the appointment of Mr. Doug Lively to fill the unexpired term due to the resignation of Mr. Brad Kyzer on the Augusta Aviation Attachments Commission representing District 8. ****END CONSENT AGENDA**** AUGUSTA COMMISSION 7/21/2009 AUGUSTA COMMISSION REGULAR AGENDA 7/21/2009 (Items 26-33) PLANNING 26. Z-09-36 – A request for concurrence with the Augusta-Richmond County Planning Commission to deny a petition by Shirley Lee, on behalf of James W. Pee requesting a Special Exception to establish a Family Personal Care Home per Section 26-1 (h) of the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance for Augusta-Richmond County affecting property containing 3.14 acres and is known as 4089 Peach Orchard Road. (Tax Map 211-0-003-00-0) DISTRICT 8 Attachments 27. Z-09-38 – A request for concurrence with the Augusta-Richmond County Planning Commission to deny a petition by Dwight Miller, on behalf of Mistry 21 Investments LLC and Arvind Patel, requesting a change of zoning from Zone R-1A (One-family Residential) to Zone R-MH(Manufactured Home Residential) affecting property containing approximately .24 acres and is the rear yard of 3527 Bullock Avenue. (Part of Tax Map 120-0-161-02-0) DISTRICT 5 Attachments PUBLIC SERVICES 28. Motion to approve Augusta Public Transit’s purchase of six (6) paratransit vehicles from National Bus Sales and Leasing, Incorporated for $554,412. Attachments PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS 29. Consider a request from ACCG regarding the purchase of an ad for the 2009 County Family Album of Georgia County Government Magazine. Attachments 30. Consider the appeals request of Mr. Harold M. Davis regarding the Historic Preservation Commission's denial of his request for a Certificate of Appropriateness (COA) affecting property located at 2678 Henry Street. Attachments Upcoming Meetings www.augustaga.gov ADMINISTRATOR 31. Motion to ratify Augusta's application/request submission for a grant award from HUD's Neighborhood Stabilization Program 2 in association with the American Reinvestment and Recovery Act. Attachments 32. Report from the Administrator regarding on-going projects. Attachments LEGAL MEETING A. Pending and Potential Litigation. B. Real Estate. C. Personnel. 33. Motion to authorize execution by the Mayor of the affidavit of compliance with Georgia's Open Meeting Act. Commission Meeting Agenda 7/21/2009 2:00 PM Invocation Department:Clerk of Commission Caption:Bishop Rosa Williams, Pastor Ever Faithful Baptist 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 7/21/2009 2:00 PM Employee of the Month Department: Caption: Mr. Robert Williams, R.F. Specialist, Information Technology Department. Background: Analysis: Financial Impact: Alternatives: Recommendation: Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Item # 2 Attachment number 1 Page 1 of 1 Item # 2 Commission Meeting Agenda 7/21/2009 2:00 PM Jakki Coloure Concept Global Group Department: Caption:Jakki Coloure Concept Global Group. RE: Beauty Challenge Tour in Augusta. Background: Analysis: Financial Impact: Alternatives: Recommendation: Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Item # 3 Attachment number 1 Page 1 of 1 Item # 3 Commission Meeting Agenda 7/21/2009 2:00 PM Planning Commission Department:Planning Commission Caption: Z-09-36 – A request for concurrence with the Augusta-Richmond County Planning Commission to deny a petition by Shirley Lee, on behalf of James W. Pee requesting a Special Exception to establish a Family Personal Care Home per Section 26-1 (h) of the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance for Augusta-Richmond County affecting property containing 3.14 acres and is known as 4089 Peach Orchard Road. (Tax Map 211-0-003-00-0) DISTRICT 8 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 7/21/2009 2:00 PM Planning Commission Department:Planning Commission Caption: Z-09-38 – A request for concurrence with the Augusta-Richmond County Planning Commission to deny a petition by Dwight Miller, on behalf of Mistry 21 Investments LLC and Arvind Patel, requesting a change of zoning from Zone R-1A (One-family Residential) to Zone R-MH(Manufactured Home Residential) affecting property containing approximately .24 acres and is the rear yard of 3527 Bullock Avenue. (Part of Tax Map 120-0-161- 02-0) 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 # 5 Commission Meeting Agenda 7/21/2009 2:00 PM Planning Commission Department:Planning Commission Caption: FINAL PLAT – WEST WHEELER TOWNHOMES, PHASE 11 – S- 798 - A request for concurrence with the Augusta-Richmond County Planning Commission to approve a petition by Southern Partners, on behalf of ATC Development Corp., requesting final plat approval for West Wheeler Townhomes, Phase II. This residential townhome subdivision is located on Aruba Circle and contains 19 lots. 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 7/21/2009 2:00 PM Planning Commission Department:Planning Commission Caption: FINAL PLAT AMENDMENT - Richmond Estates, Phase I (fka Grandwood Estates, Phase I) - S-714-I – A request for concurrence with the Augusta-Richmond County Planning Commission to approve a petition by Crown Communities requesting to change the name of Grandwood Estates, Phase I to Richmond Estates, Phase 1 and to revise the front minimum building line from 30 feet as shown on the original final plat to 25 feet on this revised final plat. 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 7/21/2009 2:00 PM Planning Commission Department:Planning Commission Caption:FINAL PLAT – MASON MCKNIGHT JR.PARKWAY – S-770 – A request for concurrence with the Augusta-Richmond County Planning Commission to approve a petition by Cranston Engineering Group requesting final plat approval for Mason McKnight Jr. Parkway (approved on development plan named Mush Road). This roadway is located between Scott Nixon Memorial Drive and Frontage Road and Flowing Wells Road. 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 7/21/2009 2:00 PM Planning Commission Department:Planning Commission Caption: Z-09-33 – A request for concurrence with the Augusta-Richmond County Planning Commission to approve a petition by Mary Jackson, on behalf of Glen W. Jackson, requesting a Special Exception to establish a Family Personal Care Home per Section 26-1 (h) of the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance for Augusta-Richmond County affecting property containing .26 acres and is known as 3409 Apple Jack Terrace. (Tax Map 134-1-058-00- 0) DISTRICT 2 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 7/21/2009 2:00 PM Planning Commission Department:Planning Commission Caption: Z-09-34- A request for concurrence with the Augusta-Richmond County Planning Commission to approve a petition by Belinda Winfrey requesting a Special Exception to establish a Family Personal Care Home per Section 26-1 (h) of the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance for Augusta- Richmond County affecting property containing .22 acres and is known as 1833 Empress Court. (Tax Map 122-3-207-00-0) 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 # 10 Commission Meeting Agenda 7/21/2009 2:00 PM Planning Commission Department:Planning Commission Caption: Z-09-37 – A request for concurrence with the Augusta-Richmond County Planning Commission to approve a petition by Johns S. Clarke, on behalf of Frances Clarke Mattox, requesting a change of zoning from Zone A (Agriculture) to Zone B-1 (Neighborhood Business) affecting property containing approximately .8 acres and has been recently assigned an address of 2558 Windsor Spring Road. (Part of Tax Map 142-0-002-00-0) 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 # 11 Commission Meeting Agenda 7/21/2009 2:00 PM An Ordinance To Amend the Augusta, GA Code Relating To License To Operate Arcades and Amusement Game Permit Department:Law Department Caption:Motion to approve an Ordinance to amend the August, Ga. Code Title Six Sections 6-6-45 and 6-6-46 relating to "License to Operate Arcades", and "Amusement Game Permit" so as to establish distance requirements for coin operated amusement machines; to repeal all code sections and ordinances and parts of code sections and ordinances in conflict herewith; to provide an effective date and of other purposes. (Approved by the Commission July 7, 2009 - second reading) Background:Augusta-Richmond County desires to update and amend the Code as it relates to license to operate arcades and amusement game permits. Analysis:This Ordinance would amend the Augusta, GA. Code Sections 6-6-45 and 6-6-46 by repealing them in their entirety, and inserting in lieu thereof "Exhibit A" and "Exhibit B" attached hereto. These ordinances more clearly set forth spacing requirements for coin operated amusement machines. Financial Impact:No immediate financial impact is anticipated. Alternatives:Deny the Motion Recommendation:Approve the Motion Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Item # 12 ORDINANCE NO. ___________ AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE AUGUSTA, GA CODE TITLE SIX SECTIONS 6-6-45 AND 6-6-46 RELATING TO LICENSE TO OPERATE ARCADES AND AMUSEMENT GAME PERMIT; TO REPEAL ALL CODE SECTIONS AND ORDINANCES AND PARTS OF CODE SECTIONS AND ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; TO PROVIDE AN EFFECTIVE DATE AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES. WHEREAS, Augusta-Richmond County desires to update and amend the Code as related to license to operate arcades and amusement game permit; THE AUGUSTA-RICHMOND COUNTY COMMISSION, ordains as follows: SECTION 1. Augusta, Ga. Code Section 6-6-45 as set forth in the Augusta, Ga. Code, re-adopted July 10, 2007, is hereby amended by striking this section in its entirety and inserting in lieu thereof new Code Section 6-6-45, restated as set forth in “Exhibit A” hereto. SECTION 2. Augusta, Ga. Code Section 6-6-46 as set forth in the Augusta, Ga. Code, re-adopted July 10, 2007, is hereby amended by striking this section in its entirety and inserting in lieu thereof new Code Section 6-6-46, restated as set forth in “Exhibit B” hereto. SECTION 3. This ordinance shall become effective upon its adoption in accordance with applicable laws. SECTION 4. All ordinances or parts of ordinances and Department of License and Inspections Policies and Procedures in conflict herewith are hereby repealed. Adopted this _____ day of June, 2009. ___________________________ David S. Copenhaver As its Mayor Attest: ______________________________ Lena J. Bonner, Clerk of Commission Seal: Attachment number 1 Page 1 of 15 Item # 12 CERTIFICATION The undersigned Clerk of Commission, Lena J. Bonner, hereby certifies that the foregoing Ordinance was duly adopted by the Augusta-Richmond County Commission on_________________, 2009 and that such Ordinance has not been modified or rescinded as of the date hereof and the undersigned further certifies that attached hereto is a true copy of the Ordinance which was approved and adopted in the foregoing meeting(s). ______________________________ Lena J. Bonner, Clerk of Commission Published in the Augusta Chronicle. Date: ______________________ First Reading ______________________ Second Reading ______________________ Attachment number 1 Page 2 of 15 Item # 12 Exhibit A Sec. 6-6-45. License to operate arcades. (a) Definitions. (1) Bona fide coin-operated amusement machine means the same as this term is defined in O.C.G.A. § 48-17-1(2) and any applicable state regulations; (2) Location. A business in Augusta-Richmond County which has been issued a valid business tax certificate; (3) Arcade. “Arcade” means any location where three or more bona fide coin- operated amusement machines are operated which permit non-cash redemption as provided in O.C.G.A. §16-12-35, or a location where ten or more bona fide coin-operated amusement machines are located, whether or not non-cash redemption for any machine is allowed. (4) License. A license issued by the city of Augusta, Richmond County or Augusta-Richmond County to operate an arcade. (b) Distance requirements - Plat required. Every application for a license to operate an arcade in Augusta shall be verified by a plat prepared by a licensed Georgia surveyor or civil engineer, showing the distance for the proposed business, as hereafter provided. (1) No license for the operation of an arcade shall be issued for any location: i. Within one thousand two hundred fifty (1,250) feet of the property line of a private residential dwelling; ii. Within one thousand (1,000) feet of the property line of any public library or branch of any public library; iii. Within one thousand (1,000) feet from the property line of any church, shrine, chapel of a mortuary or other place used exclusively for religious purposes; iv. Within one thousand two hundred fifty (1,250) feet of the property line of any school or college campus. The schools and colleges referred to herein shall include only such public, private, or church- supported schools which teach the subjects commonly taught in the common schools and colleges of this state, and shall not include private schools or colleges wherein a specialized subject such as law, Attachment number 1 Page 3 of 15 Item # 12 stenography, business, music, art, vocational occupations, and other special subjects are taught; v. within one thousand (1,000) feet of a regular stop where a school bus for the transportation of school children in the public schools of Richmond County shall board or discharge passengers; vi. Within one thousand two hundred fifty (1,250) feet of any other use regulated under the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance of Richmond County or the Augusta-Richmond County Code; or vii. Where the proposed location is one and one-half (1½) miles or less from an existing location for which the Augusta-Richmond County Commission has issued an arcade license. (2) The distance requirements set out about shall apply in any and all directions from the property lines of the proposed location, as measured in a straight line. The plat shall accompany and be made a part of the application for such license. (3) In determining whether or not a license applied for hereunder shall be granted, renewed, transferred or issued to a new location, in addition to all the provisions of this section, the following shall be considered in the public interest and welfare: (i) Reputation, character. The applicant’s reputation, character, trade and business associations or past business ventures, mental and physical capacity to conduct this business. (ii) Previous violations of Augusta-Richmond County Code. If the applicant is a previous holder of an arcade license, whether or not he has violated any law, regulation or ordinance relating to such business. (iii) Manner of conducting prior arcade business. If the applicant is a previous holder of an arcade license, the manner in which he conducted the business there under, especially as to the necessity for unusual policy observation and inspection in order to prevent the violation of any law, regulation or ordinance relating to such business. (iv) Location. The location for which the license is sought, as to traffic congestion, general character of neighborhood, and the effect such an establishment would have on the adjacent and surrounding property values. (v) Number of licenses in trading area. The number of license already granted for similar business in the trading area of the place for which the license is sought. Attachment number 1 Page 4 of 15 Item # 12 (vi) Previous revocation of license. If the applicant is a person whose license issued under the police powers of any governing authority has been previously suspended or revoked or who has previously had an arcade license suspended or revoked. (vii) Payment of taxes and other charges. If the applicant and business are not delinquent in the payment of any local taxes or other fees or charges. (viii) Congregation of minors. Any circumstances which may cause minors to congregate in the vicinity of the proposed location even if the location meets the distance requirement under section 6-6-45(b) herein. (ix) Prior incidents. Evidence that a substantial number of incidents requiring police intervention have occurred within the immediate area during the twelve (12) months immediately preceding the date of application. (x) Previous denial or revocation. The denial of an application, or the revocation of a license, occurring within the preceding twelve (12) months, which was based on the qualifications of the proposed location. (xi) Renewal. 1. All licenses granted hereunder are privilege licenses and shall expire on December 31 of each year. Licensees who desire to renew their licenses shall file an application therefor, together with the requisite fee with the License and Inspection Department for such renewal upon forms approved by the Director of License and Inspection, on or before December 1 of each year. (2) All licenses to be renewed for the subsequent calendar year shall be submitted by the License and Inspection Department to the Commission for approval no later than December 15 of each year. Any licenses that have been placed on probation, suspension or have been revoked by the commission during the year shall be submitted on a separate list by the License and Inspection Department for review and consideration for approval. (3) No license shall be grandfathered as to any provision of this section. Attachment number 1 Page 5 of 15 Item # 12 (c) Individuals not eligible for license. The following individuals are not eligible for an arcade license. (1) A person or persons or any of the officers and directors who have been convicted of a felony in any jurisdiction. A conviction, for purposes of this paragraph, includes a guilty plea or plea of nolo contendere. (2) A person or persons or any of the officers and directors who have been convicted of a non-felonious crime of moral turpitude, lottery, or illegal possession and sale of narcotics or liquors within the five (5) years preceding the filing of the application. A conviction, for purposes of this paragraph, includes a guilty plea or a plea of nolo contendere. (3) A person whose license to operate an arcade has been revoked for cause in any state or territory of the United States within the ten (10) years preceding the filing of the application. (4) A person who has knowingly falsified information or made any material misrepresentation on the application for a license under this Ordinance or any application under the predecessor Ordinance for Richmond County or the City of Augusta submitted within the ten (10) years preceding the filing of the application. (5) Should any such applicant, partner or officer or director of any applicant entity, after a license has been granted, by convicted or plead guilty or nolo contendere to a crime involving moral turpitude, or to the violation of any laws of the State of Georgia regulating gambling or the lottery laws, said license shall be subject after hearing to immediate suspension or revocation. (d) Proper zoning required. No license shall be issued for the operation of an arcade unless the license holder’s place of business is located in an area within Augusta-Richmond County that is properly zoned. (e) Business Tax Certificate required. Any person, firm or corporation who owns, operates or does business in the unincorporated area of the county as an arcade is required to obtain a business tax certificate in accordance with the Augusta-Richmond County Code. (f) Regulatory fee. Any person, firm or corporation who owns bona fide coin- operated amusement machines and place the machines in a arcade operating in the unincorporated area of Augusta-Richmond County is required to pay such Attachment number 1 Page 6 of 15 Item # 12 regulatory fee as provided in section 2-1-3(c) of the Augusta-Richmond County Code. (g) Application for license. All applicants for a license to operate an arcade shall give notice of their intention to make such application by advertisement in the form prescribed by the county license inspector. Advertising as referred to in this section means there shall be a sign posted thirty (30) days prior to the hearing of the application in a prominent position on the property (front window where it can be read from the road); also, all new business tax certificate applicants shall be required to advertise three (3) times in the legal gazette (Augusta Chronicle) before applications are heard by the county commission. Advertising in the newspaper shall be during the thirty-day period prior to the hearing of the application by the Augusta-Richmond County Commission. Before the application is presented to the Commission Counsel, the applicant shall furnish proof that the advertisement has been completed as required hereinabove. (h) Right of suspension by License & Inspection Department. The License & Inspection Department shall have the right to suspend any license issued under this article whenever a person, firm or corporation doing business shall deviate from the normal operation for which the business tax certificate was obtained or fails in performance to meet the required regulations and code set forth by the License & Inspection Department, sheriff’s department or health department; or violates any law or ordinance of the United States, or the state or Augusta-Richmond County, in pursuance of such business conducted under such license; or when it shall be proven before the License & Inspection Department that there is a violation of a nuisance law; or when the health, morals, interests and convenience of the public demand the suspension of such license. The License & Inspection Department shall report the suspension of such license to the next regular or called meeting of the Augusta-Richmond County Commission; then the license shall be suspended, placed on probation or permanently revoked, or otherwise it shall be restored and remain in full force. (i) Cost of arcade license. The cost of the arcade license is one hundred dollars ($100.00) and must be submitted at the time that the application and other documentation is submitted to the local government officials. (j) Penalty for violation of article. All persons, firms or corporations failing to comply with the mandatory provisions of this article or doing any act prohibited in this article shall be guilty of an offense, and, upon trial as a misdemeanor and conviction, shall be as provided in section 1-6-1 of this Code. Attachment number 1 Page 7 of 15 Item # 12 (Ord. No. 6279, § 1, 6-20-00; Ord. No. 6365, § 1, 4-17-01) Sec. 6-6-45 License to operate arcades. (a) Definitions. (1) Bona fide coin-operated amusement machine means the same as this term is defined in O.C.G.A. § 48-17-1(2) and any applicable state regulations and of this code. (2) Location. The physical location of a business in Augusta-Richmond County which has been issued a valid business tax certificate; (3) Arcade. “Arcade” means any location where three (3) or more bona fide coin-operated amusement machines are operated which permit non-cash redemption as provided in O.C.G.A. § 16-12-35, or a location where ten (10) or more bona fide coin-operated amusement machines are located, whether or not non-cash redemption for any machine is allowed. Coin operated amusement machines shall be placed at least two (2) feet apart and have four (4) feet of free space in front of the machine separate and apart from walking aisles. (4) License. A license issued by Augusta-Richmond County to operate an arcade. (5) Hours of Operation: All amusement devices within the premises shall be visible to and supervised by an adult attendant who shall be present at all times when any amusement device is being operated. During the normal school year, persons under the age of eighteen (18) shall not be allowed to operate amusement devices Monday through Friday, except legal school holidays, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m., unless accompanied by an authorized agent of the school district or such person’s parent or guardian. It shall be the responsibility of the adult attendant to enforce this regulation. The operator shall prominently display the hours of permitted operation. (b) Distance requirements – Plat required. Every application for a license to operate an arcade in Augusta-Richmond County shall be verified by a plat prepared by a licensed Georgia surveyor or civil engineer, showing the distance for the proposed business, as hereafter provided. (1) No license for the operation of an arcade shall be issued for any location: Attachment number 1 Page 8 of 15 Item # 12 i. Within one thousand two hundred fifty (1,250) feet of the property line of any school or college campus. The schools and colleges referred to herein shall include only such public, private, or church- supported schools which teach the subjects commonly taught in the common schools and colleges of this state, and shall not include private schools or colleges wherein a specialized subject such as law, stenography, business, music, art, vocational occupations, and other special subjects are taught; or ii. Within one thousand two hundred fifty (1,250) feet of any similar use regulated under the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance of Richmond County or the Augusta-Richmond County Code. (2) The distance requirements set out above shall apply in any and all directions from the property lines of the proposed location, as measured in a straight line. The plat shall accompany and be made a part of the application for such license. (3) In determining whether or not a license applied for hereunder shall be granted, renewed, transferred or issued to a new location, in addition to all the provisions of this section, the following shall be considered in the public interest and welfare: (i) Reputation, character. The applicant’s reputation, character, trade and business associations or past business ventures, mental and physical capacity to conduct this business. (ii) Previous violations of Augusta-Richmond County Code. If the applicant is a previous holder of an arcade license, whether or not he has violated any law, regulation or ordinance relating to such business. (iii) Manner of conducting prior arcade business. If the applicant is a previous holder of an arcade license, the manner in which he conducted the business there under, especially as to the necessity for unusual policy observation and inspection in order to prevent the violation of any law, regulation or ordinance relating to such business. (iv) Location. The location for which the license is sought, as to traffic congestion, general character of neighborhood, and the effect such an establishment would have on the adjacent and surrounding property values. Attachment number 1 Page 9 of 15 Item # 12 (v) Number of licenses in trading area. The number of license already granted for similar business in the trading area of the place for which the license is sought. (vi) Previous revocation of license. If the applicant is a person whose license issued under the police powers of any governing authority has been previously suspended or revoked or who has previously had an arcade license suspended or revoked. (vii) Payment of taxes and other charges. If the applicant and business are not delinquent in the payment of any local taxes or other fees or charges. (viii) Congregation of minors. Any circumstances which may cause minors to congregate in the vicinity of the proposed location even if the location meets the distance requirements under section 6-6-45(b) herein. (ix) Prior incidents. Evidence that a substantial number of incidents requiring police intervention have occurred within the immediate area during the twelve (12) months immediately preceding the date of application. (x) Previous denial or revocation. The denial of an application, or the revocation of a license, occurring within the preceding twelve (12) months, which was based on the qualifications of the proposed location. (xi) Renewal. 1. All licenses granted hereunder are privilege licenses and shall expire on December 31 of each year. Licensees who desire to renew their licenses therefore shall file an application, together with the requisite fee with the License and Inspection Department for such renewal upon forms approved by the Director of License and Inspection, on or before December 1 of each year. 2. All licenses to be renewed for the subsequent calendar year shall be submitted by the License and Inspection Department to the Commission for approval no later than December 15 of each year. Any licenses that have been placed on probation, suspension or have been revoked by the Augusta-Richmond County Commission Attachment number 1 Page 10 of 15 Item # 12 during the year shall be submitted on a separate list by the License and Inspection Department for review and consideration for approval. 3. No license shall be grandfathered as to any provision of this section. (c) Individuals not eligible for license. The following individuals are not eligible for an arcade license. (1) A person or persons or any of the officers and directors who have been convicted of a felony in any jurisdiction. A conviction, for purposes of this paragraph, includes a guilty plea or plea of nolo contendere. (2) A person or persons or any of the officers and directors who have been convicted of a non-felonious crime of moral turpitude, lottery, or illegal possession and sale of narcotics or liquors within the five (5) years preceding the filing of the application. A conviction, for purposes of this paragraph, includes a guilty plea or a plea of nolo contendere. (3) A person whose license to operate an arcade has been revoked for cause in any state or territory of the United States within the ten (10) years preceding the filing of the application. (4) A person who has knowingly falsified information or made any material misrepresentation on the application for a license under this Ordinance. (5) Should any such applicant, partner or officer or director of any applicant entity, after a license has been granted, be convicted or plead guilty or nolo contendere to a crime involving moral turpitude, or to the violation of any laws of the State of Georgia regulating gambling or the lottery laws, said license shall be subject to immediate suspension or revocation as set forth in sub part (h) of this code section. (d) Proper zoning required. No license shall be issued for the operation of an arcade unless the license holder’s place of business is located in an area within Augusta-Richmond County that is properly zoned. (e) Business Tax Certificate required. Any person, firm or corporation who owns, operates or does business in Augusta-Richmond County as an arcade is required to obtain a business tax certificate in accordance with the Augusta- Richmond County Code. Attachment number 1 Page 11 of 15 Item # 12 (f) Regulatory fee. Any person, firm or corporation who owns bona fide coin- operated amusement machines and places the machines in a arcade operating in Augusta-Richmond County is required to pay such regulatory fee as provided in section 2-1-3(c) of the Augusta-Richmond County Code. (g) Application for license. All applicants for a license to operate an arcade shall give notice of their intention to make such application by advertisement in the form prescribed by the License and Inspection Department. Advertising as referred to in this section means there shall be a sign posted thirty (30) days prior to the hearing of the application in a prominent position on the property (front window where it can be read from the road); also, all new business tax certificate applicants shall be required to advertise three (3) times in the legal gazette (Augusta Chronicle) before applications are heard by the Augusta-Richmond County Commission. Advertising in the newspaper shall be during the thirty-day period prior to the hearing of the application by the Augusta-Richmond County Commission. Before the application is presented to the Commission, the applicant shall furnish proof that the advertisement has been completed as required hereinabove. (h) Suspension, Probation and Revocation. The License & Inspection Department shall have the right to suspend any license issued under this article whenever a person, firm or corporation doing business shall deviate from the normal operation for which the business tax certificate was obtained or fails in performance to meet the required regulations and code set forth by the License & Inspection Department, sheriff’s department or health department; or violates any law or ordinance of the United States, or the state or Augusta-Richmond County, in pursuance of such business conducted under such license; or when it shall be proven before the License & Inspection Department that there is a violation of a nuisance law; or when the health, morals, interests and convenience of the public demand the suspension of such license. The License & Inspection Department shall report the suspension of such license to the next regular or called meeting of the Augusta-Richmond County Commission. The Commission make a determination regarding whether the license shall be suspended, placed on probation or permanently revoked, or otherwise it shall be restored and remain in full force. (i) Cost of arcade license. The cost of the arcade license is one hundred dollars ($100.00) and must be submitted at the time that the application and other documentation is submitted to the local government officials. Attachment number 1 Page 12 of 15 Item # 12 (j) Penalty for violation of article. All persons, firms or corporations failing to comply with the mandatory provisions of this article or doing any act prohibited in this article shall be guilty of an offense, and, upon trial as a misdemeanor and conviction, shall be as provided in section 1-6-1 of this Code. Attachment number 1 Page 13 of 15 Item # 12 Exhibit B Sec. 6-6-46. Amusement game permit. (a) Definitions. (1) Bona fide coin-operated amusement machine means the same as this term is defined in O.C.G.A. § 48-17-1(2); (2) Location. A business in Augusta-Richmond County which has been issued a valid business tax certificate; (3) Machine owner. Any person, firm or corporation which owns a bona fide coin-operated amusement machine: and (4) Permit. An Amusement Game Permit issued pursuant to this article. (b) Amusement game permit required. Any machine owner who desires to place one or more bona fide coin-operated amusement machines in a location shall complete and mail a Registration for Amusement Game Permit accompanied by a twenty-five dollars ($25.00) fee to the Augusta-Richmond County License & Inspection Department which shall issue a permit to the machine owner for that location. (c) Purpose of servicing a permit. The purpose of securing a permit is to provide a record of machine owners who owe bona fide coin-operated amusement machines and have placed those machines in a business in Augusta-Richmond County. (d) Failure to apply for permit. The failure of a machine owner to apply for a permit under this article shall result in a fine of fifty dollar ($50.00). (e) Affect on machine owner’s other statutory duties. This article applies independently from and has no affect on other statutory obligations of an amusement machine owner within this Code. Sec. 6-6-46. Amusement game permit. (a) Definitions. (1) Bona fide coin-operated amusement machine means the same as this term is defined in O.C.G.A. § 48-17-1(2) and any applicable state regulations and of this code; (2) Location. The physical location of a business in Augusta-Richmond County which has been issued a valid business tax certificate; Attachment number 1 Page 14 of 15 Item # 12 (3) Machine owner. Any person, firm or corporation which owns a bona fide coin operated amusement machine; and (4) Permit. An Amusement Game Permit issued pursuant to this article. (a) Purpose of securing a permit. The purpose of securing a permit is to provide a record of machine owners who own bona fide coin-operated amusement machines and have placed those machines in a business in Augusta-Richmond County. (b) Failure to apply for permit. The failure of a machine owner to apply for a permit under this article before making a covered machine available to the public shall result in a fine of one hundred dollars ($100.00). (c) Affect on machine owner’s other statutory duties. This article applies independently from and has no affect on other statutory obligations of an amusement machine owner within this Code. Attachment number 1 Page 15 of 15 Item # 12 Commission Meeting Agenda 7/21/2009 2:00 PM Donation from Master's Reception Committee Department:Recreation and Parks Caption:Motion to accept a donation from the Mayor's Masters Reception Committee in the amount of $1000, and to approve a budget amendment to add $1000 to the Recreation and Parks training budget. (Approved by Public Services Committee July 13, 2009) Background:The Mayor's Masters Reception Committee is a non-profit group that manages and operates the annual city reception for visitors every April., and the Recreation and Parks Dept. supports the event with in-kind services that contribute to it's success each year. The majority of training funds for the dept. were eliminated in the 2009 budget, leaving a void in this important area of professional development. Analysis:The $1000 donation will be used to provide additional training funds for staff at the Georgia Recreation and Parks Association conference in November. Financial Impact:donation Alternatives:None Recommendation:To approve Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: 101061110 5237110 add $1000 101061110 3711110 add $1000 REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Finance. Law. Administrator. Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Item # 13 Commission Meeting Agenda 7/21/2009 2:00 PM Newman Tennis Center New Electrical Service and Court Lighting Department:Tom F. Beck, Director, Augusta Recreation and Parks Department Caption:Motion to approve Bid Item 09-116, new electrical service and court lighting at Newman Tennis Center, to Hebbard Electric for $65,721.00. (Approved by Public Services Committee July 13, 2009) Background:Capital improvements were approved by the Augusta Commission in SPLOST V. Among the items on the approved list of improvements were upgrades to the lights and electrical system at Newman Tennis Center. Analysis:Seven firms participated in a mandatory pre-bid conference with four firms submitting bids. Of the four submittals, two were deemed non-compliant leaving two valid bids.Upon review of the bids and upon a recommendation of award from our consultants, a recommendation to proceed with Hebbard Electric is being forwarded to the Augusta Commission for approval.(See Attachments) Financial Impact:Funds are in place to make an award of bid to the low responsive buidder, meeting all of the requirements requested in the amount of $65,721.00 Alternatives:1. To Approve Bid Item 09-116 to Hebbard electric for $65,721.00 2. Move no action thus delaying the needed improvements at Newman Tennis Center. Recommendation:1.To approve. Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: 325061110 - 207065023 REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Finance. Procurement. Law. Administrator. Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Item # 14 Attachment number 1 Page 1 of 1 Item # 14 Attachment number 2 Page 1 of 2 Item # 14 Attachment number 2 Page 2 of 2 Item # 14 Invitation To Bid Sealed bids will be received at this office until 3:00 p.m., Wednesday, June 17, 2009 for furnishing: Bid Item #09-116 Newman Tennis Center New Electrical Service and Court Lighting for Recreation and Parks Department Bids will be received by Augusta, GA Commission hereinafter referred to as the OWNER at the offices of: Geri A. Sams Procurement Department 530 Greene Street - Room 605 Augusta, Georgia 30901 706-821-2422 Bid documents may be examined at the office of the Augusta, GA Procurement Department, 530 Greene Street – Room 605, Augusta, GA 30901. Plans and specifications for the project shall be obtained by all prime, subcontractors and suppliers exclusively from Imaging Technology. The fees for the plans and specifications which are non-refundable is $25.00 Documents may also be examined during regular business hours at the Augusta Builders Exchange, 1262 Merry Street, Augusta, GA 30904; F. W. Dodge Plan Room, 1281 Broad Street, Augusta, GA 30901. It is the wish of the Owner that all businesses are given the opportunity to submit on this project. To facilitate this policy the Owner is providing the opportunity to view plans online (www.itrepro.com) at no charge through Imaging Technology (706 724-7924) beginning Thursday, May 7, 2009. Bidders are cautioned that submitting a package without Procurement of a complete set are likely to overlook issues of construction phasing, delivery of goods or services, or coordination with other work that is material to the successful completion of the project. Bidders are cautioned that sequestration of documents through any other source is not advisable. Acquisition of documents from unauthorized sources places the bidder at the risk of receiving incomplete or inaccurate information upon which to base his qualifications. A Mandatory Pre-Bid Conference will be held on Friday, May 29, 2009 @ 10:00 a.m. at the Procurement Department – 530 Greene Street Room 605. All questions must be submitted in writing to the office of the Procurement Department by fax at 706-821-2811 or by mail. No bid will be accepted by fax, all must be received by mail or hand delivered. All questions are to be submitted in writing by Tuesday, June 2, 2009 by 3:00 p.m. No Bid may be withdrawn for a period of 60 days after time has been called on the date of opening. A 10% Bid bond is required to be submitted in a separate envelope so marked along with the bidders’ qualifications; a 100% performance bond and a 100% payment bond will be required for award. An invitation for bids shall be issued by the Procurement Office and shall include specifications prepared in accordance with Article 4 (Product Specifications), and all contractual terms and conditions, applicable to the procurement. All specific requirements contained in the invitation to bid including, but not limited to, the number of copies needed, the timing of the submission, the required financial data, and any other requirements designated by the Procurement Department are considered material conditions of the bid which are not waiveable or modifiable by the Procurement Director. Please mark BID number on the outside of the envelope. GERI A. SAMS, Procurement Director Publish: Augusta Chronicle May 7, 14, 21, 28, 2009 Metro Courier May 13, 2009 cc: Tameka Allen Interim Deputy Administrator Tom Beck Recreation and Parks Ron Houck Recreation and Parks Attachment number 3 Page 1 of 1 Item # 14 Attachment number 4 Page 1 of 1 Item # 14 WHITAKER ELECTRIC 540 S LOUISVILLE STREET HARLEM GA 30814 DRESSELL ELECTRICAL CONTRACTING 1702 N LEG COURT AUGUSTA GA 30909 HEBBARD ELECTRIC 2002 WESTSIDE DRIVE AUGUSTA GA 30907 ALRICH ELECTRIC 2110 VANDIVER DRIVE AUGUSTA GA 30904 YVONNE GENTRY DBE OFFICE HATCHER BUILDING MAILED 5/7/09 TOM BECK RECREATION & PARKS RON HOUCK RECREATION & PARKS Bid Item #09-116 Newman Tennis Center New Electrical Service & Court Lighting For Recreation & Parks Department Bid Due: Wed 6/17/09 @ 3:00 p.m. Attachment number 5 Page 1 of 1 Item # 14 Commission Meeting Agenda 7/21/2009 2:00 PM Paratransit Vehicle Purchase Department:Augusta Public Transit Caption:Motion to approve Augusta Public Transit’s purchase of six (6) paratransit vehicles from National Bus Sales and Leasing, Incorporated for $554,412. Background:The vehicles will be purchased using State of Georgia Contract Number 48400-0000003154. The cost per vehicle is $92,402. Analysis:The purchase of the vehicles will upgrade the fleet and allow for the retirement of older model paratransit vehicles. FTA pays 80% of the cost; GDOT pays 10%, and Augusta-Richmond County the remaining 10%. Financial Impact:The impact of approving this purchase will be minimal on operations. Alternatives:None. Recommendation:Approve the purchase of the six (6) paratransit vehicles. Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: Funds are available in the following account: 54609-1206-54-22220 REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Finance. Law. Administrator. Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Item # 15 Attachment number 1 Page 1 of 1 Item # 15 Commission Meeting Agenda 7/21/2009 2:00 PM Resurfacing of Tennis Courts Department:Tom F. Beck, Director, Augusta Recreation and Parks Department Caption:Motion to approve Bid Item #09-092, Resurfacing of Tennis Courts, to Court Makers, Inc., for $85,453.33. (Approved by Public Services Committee July 13, 2009) Background:In an effort to keep the City's tennis courts safe and playable for the general public, court resurfacing needs to take place on a regular basis. Through the SPLOST program, funds have been approved for improvements to our parks to include this service. Analysis:A total of seven (7) vendors submitted bids on this project. Four (4) of the submittals wrere deemed non-compliant by the Procurement Department. Of the three (3) remaining bids, CourtMakers, Inc., had the lowest responsive bid that met all the requirements as requested through the sealed bid.(See Attached) Financial Impact:The low responsive bid price for this work is $85,543.33. Funds have been identified through the SPLOST program to cover the cost incurred to resurface the tennis courts. Alternatives:1. To approve. 2. Move no action thus delaying the resurfacing of the tennis courts. Recommendation:1. To approve Bid Item #09-092 to Court Makers, Inc., in the amount of $85,453.33 Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: 325061110 - 207065023 - $36,103.02 325061110 - 206065013 - $18,083.12 325061110 - 207065018 - $ 5,028.78 323061110 - 299063260 - $ 5,281.89 325061110 - 208065027 - $ 7,277.07 325061110 - 206065016 - $ 6,583.78 325061110 - 206065006 - $ 7,095.67 REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Finance. Procurement. Law. Administrator. Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Attachment number 1Page 1 of 1 Invitation to Bid Sealed bids will be received at this office until Tuesday, April 28, 2009 at 3:00 P.M. for furnishing: Bid Item 09-092 Resurfacing of Tennis Courts for Recreation & Parks Department Bids’ will be received by Augusta, GA Commission hereinafter referred to as the OWNER at the offices of: Geri A. Sams Procurement Department 530 Greene Street - Room 605 Augusta, Georgia 30901 706-821-2422 BID documents may be obtained at the office of Augusta, GA Procurement Department, 530 Greene Street – Room 605, Augusta, GA 30901. Documents may be examined during regular business hours at the offices of Augusta, GA Procurement Department. All questions must be submitted in writing to the office of the Procurement Department by Monday, April 13, 2009 @ 3:00 p.m. by fax at 706-821-2811 or by mail. .No bid will be accepted by fax, all must be received by mail or hand delivered. The local bidder preference program is applicable to this project. To be approved as a local bidder and receive bid preference on an eligible local project, this certificate and a copy of your local business license must be submitted with your bonafide bid package. No Bid may be withdrawn for a period of 90 days after time has been called on the date of opening. A 10% Bid bond is required to be submitted in a separate envelope so marked along with the bidders’ qualifications; a 100% performance bond and a 100% payment bond will be required for award. Bidders will please note that the number of copies requested; all supporting documents including financial statements and references and such other attachments that may be required by the bid invitation are material conditions of the bid. Any package found incomplete or submitted late shall be rejected by the Procurement Office. Any bidder allegedly contending that he/she has been improperly disqualified from bidding due to an incomplete bid submission shall have the right to appeal to the appropriate committee of the Augusta commission. Please mark BID number on the outside of the envelope. Bidders are cautioned that sequestration of BID documents through any source other than the office of the Procurement Department is not advisable. Acquisition of BID documents from unauthorized sources placed the bidder at the risk of receiving incomplete or inaccurate information upon which to base his qualifications. GERI A. SAMS, Procurement Director Publish: Augusta Chronicle March 19, 26, April 2, 9, 2009 Metro Courier March 25, 2009 cc: Tameka Allen Interim Deputy Administrator Tom Beck Recreation & Parks Ron Houck Recreation & Parks Attachment number 2Page 1 of 1 Attachment number 3Page 1 of 1 Attachment number 4Page 1 of 4 Attachment number 4Page 2 of 4 Attachment number 4Page 3 of 4 Attachment number 4Page 4 of 4 Commission Meeting Agenda 7/21/2009 2:00 PM Approve BCBS as Augusta-Richmond County’s Health Insurance Provider for 2010. Department:Human Resources Caption:Motion to approve BlueCross BlueShield of Georgia as Augusta-Richmond County's Health Insurance Provider for 2010. (Approved by Administrative Services Committee July 13, 2009) Background:BlueCross BlueShield of Georgia has offered Augusta-Richmond County a 0% renewal for fully insured Health Insurance coverage in 2010. · Augusta has more than 2,400 employees eligible for the medical plan. · Premiums are split 77.5% Employer/22.5% Employee. · The total cost for this year will be approximately $18.5 million. · The plan is currently funded using a fully- insured arrangement with BCBSGA. · Most groups of Augusta’s size are self-funded since this size group is a predictable risk. · Augusta questioned what would have likely been the outcome had it been self-funded over the past 3 years Analysis:Highlights of a Fully-insured funding arrangement • Predictable monthly cash flow • All administrative issues are BCBSGA responsibility and Augusta is not involved outside of eligibility and premium payment • All appeals and special requests must go through and be approved by BCBSGA • BCBSGA takes all risk for the medical plan • Augusta has no ability to modify the plan outside of BCBSGA’s plans that have been filed with the State and has no authority regarding special requests • Augusta saves when claims costs exceed premiums but it loses when premiums exceed claim costs Highlights of a Self-funded arrangement • Unpredictable monthly cash flow • Administrative and plan related decisions become Augusta’s responsibility • All appeals and special requests must go through Augusta • Augusta takes all risk for the medical plan, but the risk may be reinsured through stoploss insurance • Augusta has full flexibility to design its plan as long as the claims administrator’s systems can accommodate it • Augusta must protect itself though reinsurance for years where claims costs exceed premiums and it will benefit when funding rates (premium equivalents) exceed claim costs Benalytics Consulting Group analyzed the past 3 years’ claims experience • Fully-insured premiums paid during 2006, 2007 and 2008 were compare to the actual claim cost and estimated fixed cost for the same period • It was determined that there would have been savings had Augusta been self-funded 2009 – 2010 Projections • It was determined that the premium rates set for 2009 would most likely break even with the overall plan costs • Claims projections for 2010 would suggest an increase of approximately no more than 7%, BCBS initially proposed a 2.1% (approximately $400,000) increase for 2010. After negations this was reduced to 0%. • The cost and coverage will remain the same for 2010. Suggested strategy • Look to move forward on a self-funded basis in the near future • Make sure all processes and procedures are in place to Cover Memo Item # 17 accommodate the additional responsibility • Remain with BCBSGA on a fully-insured basis for an additional year as long as their renewal is below 7% Transitional considerations • An RFP for another carrier or administrator this year would not be advised • Augusta did a medical RFP in 2008 and if it continues to go to the market with such frequency, the market will begin to lose interest due to a lack of long term commitment • Even if the decision to go self-funded is immediate, remaining with BCBSGA would be advised in order to maintain program continuity during the transition • Transitional cost of approximately $500,000 (training, publication, overtime, plan disruption, coordination of current care benefits, etc.) Financial Impact:No additional financial impact if we retain BCBS for 2010, will review self funding option for cost-benefit next year Alternatives:Do not approve BCBS as Augusta-Richmond County’s Health Insurance Provider for 2010. Recommendation:Approve BCBS as Augusta-Richmond County’s Health Insurance Provider for 2010 Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Finance. Law. Administrator. Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Item # 17 Commission Meeting Agenda 7/21/2009 2:00 PM 2008 Congressional Earmarked Funds (COPS 2009 Technology Grant) Department:Sheriff Caption:Motion to approve a 2009 budget amendment for the 2008 Congressionally Earmarked Funding (COPS 2009 Technology Grant) to reflect increased revenue in the amount of $350,000 which will be utilized to continue funding the Mobile Data Terminal (MDT) Program. (Approved by Public Safety Committee July 13, 2009) Background:The RCSO MDT program began in 1998. The goal of the Sheriff's Office is to have MDT's active in all Uniformed and Criminal Investigation Division field vehicles. Although new MDT's are still being installed in vehicles that had not been previously equipped, some earlier MDT units are being replaced due to age and outdating. MDT's allow for warrant checks on suspects, stolen inquiries on property (vehicles, weapons, electronics, etc.), and the ability to enter and file police reports electronically. Previous LLEBG and JAG funding programs have provided the RCSO the opportunity to install, operate, and maintain the MDT's. Analysis: Financial Impact:Funding Source: 2008 Congressionally Earmarked Funds (designated for FY2009 COPS Technology). Federal Funding = $350,000. Local Funding = $0 (No local match required) Alternatives:Permit the loss of the present opportunity to continue to implement and upgrade MDT technology with minimal cost to the taxpayer. Failure to continue to purchase and implement a proven tool in law enforcement which permits: 1) A safety factor for front-line personnel with direct, quick access to criminal histories, photographs, and other pertinent data; 2) A higher arrest rate for criminal offenders with outstanding warrants; 3) A higher recovery rate for stolen property; and 4) Less "out of service" time for Sheriff's Office personnel allowing more time for their primary duties. Recommendation:Approve the 2009 budget amendment for the continued purchase of Mobile Data Terminals for the Richmond County Sheriff's Office utilizing funding from the 2008 Congressionally Earmarked Funds (for FY2009 COPS Technology). Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: Funds will be available Cover Memo Item # 18 REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Finance. Law. Administrator. Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Item # 18 Commission Meeting Agenda 7/21/2009 2:00 PM CSRA Humane Society Inc. Department:Clerk of Commission Caption:Motion to approve a request from the CSRA Humane Society, Inc. for the renewal of the current lease of the old City Stockade for continued use as a no-kill pet shelter for ten-year period. (Approved by Public Safety Committee July 13, 2009) Background: Analysis: Financial Impact: Alternatives: Recommendation: Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Item # 19 Attachment number 1Page 1 of 1 Item # 19 Attachment number 2 Page 1 of 13 Item # 19 Attachment number 2 Page 2 of 13 Item # 19 Attachment number 2 Page 3 of 13 Item # 19 Attachment number 2 Page 4 of 13 Item # 19 Attachment number 2 Page 5 of 13 Item # 19 Attachment number 2 Page 6 of 13 Item # 19 Attachment number 2 Page 7 of 13 Item # 19 Attachment number 2 Page 8 of 13 Item # 19 Attachment number 2 Page 9 of 13 Item # 19 Attachment number 2 Page 10 of 13 Item # 19 Attachment number 2 Page 11 of 13 Item # 19 Attachment number 2 Page 12 of 13 Item # 19 Attachment number 2 Page 13 of 13 Item # 19 Attachment number 3 Page 1 of 1 Item # 19 Commission Meeting Agenda 7/21/2009 2:00 PM 2009 General Fund Vehicles Department:Finance Department, Fleet Management Division Caption:Motion to approve the replacement of 8 vehicles of the general fund departments through the Georgia State Vehicle Contract program from the General Fund Capital Outlay. (Approved by Finance Committee July 13, 2009) Background:Fleet Management submits yearly bids to the various vehicle vendors in order to replace older inefficient vehicles in the fleet. The manufacturers will allow governmental reduced pricing for a delegated amount of time until those particular vehicles are sold out. This year the bid cutoffs were enacted before the final budget for Capital Outlay was determined, thereby eliminating replacement purchases for the proposed vehicles. The only other alternative is to utilize the Georgia State Contract program whereby most vehicles have been bidded by the state from various vendors. This assures competative bidding and the best pricing for each type of vehicle state wide. Evaluations of vehicles to be replaced and order sheets are included as attachments. Analysis:Fleet Management has requested state bid pricing from the following vendors who have officially submitted the lowest price available per Georgia State Contract: 2-2009/10 Ford Ranger P/U Truck 4x2 – Allen Vigil Ford; SWC# 90795-B11; $14,580 Each 1-2009/10 Ford Ranger P/U Truck 4x4 – Allen Vigil Ford; SWC# 90795-B11; $18,946 Each 1-2009/10 Chevy Impala Car – Hardy Chevrolet - SWC# 90795-A42; $17,568 Each 1- 2009/10 Ford Explorer – Allen Vigil Ford; SWC# 90795-A53; $22, 168 Each 1-2009/10 Chevy Impala-Police – Hardy Chevrolet; SWC# 90796- IPV; $22,107 Each 1-2009/10 Ford F250 Truck – Allen Vigil Ford; SWC# 90795-B32; $20,762 Each 1-2009/10 Ford F150 P/U Truck – Allen Vigil Ford; SWC# 90795-B42; $20,852 Each Financial Impact:The vehicles will be purchased for a total of $ 151,563.00. Funding for the procurement of this equipment will be provided by the General Fund Capital Outlay and has been approved by the City Administrator and Finance Director. Alternatives:1. Approve the purchase of these 8 vehicles through the Georgia State Contract Program. 2. Do not approve the request. Recommendation:Approve the purchase of 8 vehicles for various departments through the Georgia State Vehicle Contract program Cover Memo Item # 20 Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: 272-01-6440/54.22110 and 272-01-6440/54.22210 REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Finance. Procurement. Law. Administrator. Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Item # 20 Attachment number 1 Page 1 of 9 Item # 20 Attachment number 1 Page 2 of 9 Item # 20 Attachment number 1 Page 3 of 9 Item # 20 Attachment number 1 Page 4 of 9 Item # 20 Attachment number 1 Page 5 of 9 Item # 20 Attachment number 1 Page 6 of 9 Item # 20 Attachment number 1 Page 7 of 9 Item # 20 Attachment number 1 Page 8 of 9 Item # 20 Attachment number 1 Page 9 of 9 Item # 20 Attachment number 2 Page 1 of 7 Item # 20 Attachment number 2 Page 2 of 7 Item # 20 Attachment number 2 Page 3 of 7 Item # 20 Attachment number 2 Page 4 of 7 Item # 20 Attachment number 2 Page 5 of 7 Item # 20 Attachment number 2 Page 6 of 7 Item # 20 Attachment number 2 Page 7 of 7 Item # 20 Commission Meeting Agenda 7/21/2009 2:00 PM Augusta Property Management Department:Clerk of Commission Caption:Motion to accept/approve the recommendations of the Tax Assessor regarding the request from Augusta Property Management, Inc. for a refund of taxes paid in 2008 on properties located at 2461 Damascus Road, 2511 Cascade Drive and 2419 Baywood Drive. (Approved by Finance Committee July 13, 2009) Background: Analysis: Financial Impact: Alternatives: Recommendation: Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Item # 21 Attachment number 1 Page 1 of 3 Item # 21 Attachment number 1 Page 2 of 3 Item # 21 Attachment number 1 Page 3 of 3 Item # 21 Attachment number 2 Page 1 of 9 Item # 21 Attachment number 2 Page 2 of 9 Item # 21 Attachment number 2 Page 3 of 9 Item # 21 Attachment number 2 Page 4 of 9 Item # 21 Attachment number 2 Page 5 of 9 Item # 21 Attachment number 2 Page 6 of 9 Item # 21 Attachment number 2 Page 7 of 9 Item # 21 Attachment number 2 Page 8 of 9 Item # 21 Attachment number 2 Page 9 of 9 Item # 21 Attachment number 3Page 1 of 3 Item # 21 Attachment number 3 Page 2 of 3 Item # 21 Attachment number 3 Page 3 of 3 Item # 21 Attachment number 4 Page 1 of 1 Item # 21 Commission Meeting Agenda 7/21/2009 2:00 PM FY 2010 Budget Calendar Department:Finance Department Caption:Motion to approve the revised 2010 Budget Calendar. (Approved by Finance Committee July 13, 2009). Background:The Budget calendar establishs targeted dates for the completion of the various stages of the 2010 budget preparation and adoption process. The calendar is presented for approval consistent with the legal requirements in accordance with OCGA 36-81-3. The budget calendar as planned will facilitate the development and review of the budget requests. Deliberations by the legislative body, with input from the citizens of Augusta-Richmond County, are planned to allow adoption of FY 2010 budget on a timely basis. The budget for Fiscal year 2010, which begins January 1, 2010, is required by local ordinance to be adopted at the second commission meeting in November 2009. Analysis:N/A Financial Impact:N/A Alternatives:Revise dates. Recommendation:Approve Budget Calendar for FY 2010 as attached. Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: N/A REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Finance. Law. Administrator. Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Item # 22 AUGUSTA, GEORGIA 2010 BUDGET PLANNING CALENDAR __________________________________________________________________ JULY 2009 July 16, 2009 Distribution of Budget Handbook with Instructions and meeting with all department heads or assistants. July 21, 2009 Commission approves FY 2010 Budget Calendar. AUGUST 2009 August 10, 2009 Departmental Budgets due to Finance (departments without access to IFAS system). Budget analysts begin review of proposed budgets for budget hearings. August 10-14, 2009 Budgets to be entered into Budget Item Detail (by IFAS users). Aug 24-31, 2009 One week of Budget Hearings with Departments (call if desired) Budget hearings would be lead by the Finance Department with a report of new programs and personnel submitted to Administrator at conclusion of hearings. Administrator would be aware of all budget hearings, however his attendance would not be mandatory. A representative of the administrator’s office would be in all hearings. SEPTEMBER 2009 September 28, 2009 Primary budget summary of reviews from Finance department presented to Administrator. Revenue Estimates Revised. OCTOBER 2009 October 6, 2009 FY 2010 Budget presented to Augusta-Richmond County Commission by the Administrator. Publish in paper upon presentment. October 27, 2009 Publish Public Hearing Notice in paper, one week before meeting. NOVEMBER 2009 November 3, 2009 PUBLIC TOWN MEETING/ COMMISSION WORKSHOP Public Hearing of 2010 Budget. November 10, 2009 Publish Notice of Budget Adoption in paper, one week before meeting. November 17, 2009 Adoption of the FY 2010 Budget by the Augusta-Richmond County Commission JANUARY 2010 January 1, 2010 Effective date for the Fiscal year 2010 Budget. Attachment number 1 Page 1 of 1 Item # 22 Attachment number 2 Page 1 of 1 Item # 22 Commission Meeting Agenda 7/21/2009 2:00 PM Good Neighbor Ministries Department:Clerk of Commission Caption:Motion to approve a request from Good Neighbor Ministries for funding in the amount of $25,000 for start-up operations for the Harrisburg Family Healthcare Clinic funded from contingency and require that the organization furnish the City with the normal contract and audit information. (Approved by Finance Committee July 13,2009) Background: Analysis: Financial Impact: Alternatives: Recommendation: Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Item # 23 Attachment number 1 Page 1 of 2 Item # 23 Attachment number 1 Page 2 of 2 Item # 23 Commission Meeting Agenda 7/21/2009 2:00 PM New Bethlehem Community Center Department:Clerk of Commission Caption:Motion to approve a request from the New Bethlehem Community Center for funding in the amount of $25,000 to provide fencing and an outdoor water fountain for the existing park/playground area funded from contingency and require that the organization furnish the City with the normal contract and audit information. (Approved by Finance Committee July 13, 2009) Background: Analysis: Financial Impact: Alternatives: Recommendation: Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Item # 24 Attachment number 1Page 1 of 1 Item # 24 Commission Meeting Agenda 7/21/2009 2:00 PM Powder Works Chimney Department:Augusta Canal Authority Caption:Motion to approve transfer of ownership of Powder Works Chimney to the Augusta Canal Authority and $52,000 for renovations. (Approved by Finance Committee July 13, 2009) Background:The Confederate States Powder Works Chimney is all that remains of an immense facility consisting of 26 buildings on a tract of 140 acres that extended two miles along the Augusta Canal. At the beginning of the war not a single pound of gunpowder was being made in the South. The facility between April 1862 and April 1865 manufactured almost all of the gunpowder for the Confederacy- a total of almost 3 million pounds of the highest grade available. The facility was designed by C. Shaler Smith and built by Col. George Washington Rains for $385,000. On October 31, 1872 at the conclusion of the war, the buildings and property was purchased by the City of Augusta for $32,000 and the buildings demolished except for the great chimney. In a speech before the Augusta City Council in 1872 Col. Rains urged the preservation “of the noble obelisk (chimney) to remain forever as a fitting monument to the dead heroes who sleep on the battlefields of the South”. The towering brick chimney with a base of 19 feet and 168 feet in height stands out against the Augusta skyline as a monument to those who gave their lives during the War Between the States. It remains intact today as the only remaining structure built by the Confederacy . Since the demolition of the adjacent buildings in 1872 minimum maintenance has been performed on the chimney-a testament to the excellent design and workmanship. On June 2, 1897, the City Council of Augusta granted custody of the Chimney to The Confederate Survivors Association for its continued preservation. This custodial responsibility has now been transferred to Camp #158, Brig. Gen. E. Porter Alexander of the Sons of the Confederate Veterans Inc. There is evidence of vegetation growing from the bricks at the top of the chimney. Roots from this growth weakens the mortar and has caused the bricks to start falling. This of course is both a safety and a structural concern. There are no threats to the historic property from development but its current physical condition and structural integrity is of grave concern Analysis:The Augusta Canal Authority received a grant from the GA Department of Natural Resources in 2003 to prepare a structural assessment of the chimney. This report, completed in July 2003, found the following conditions: • Several small areas of loose brick that present a falling hazard. • The lightning protection system is improperly anchored and is not anchored. • There are areas of significant mortar erosion that are several inches deep-more significant towards the top of the chimney. • There is one vertical crack ¾” inches wide on the west face that is approximately 40’ Cover Memo Item # 25 long. • Significant plant growth at top of the chimney. • The remains of the upper part of the interior liner had collapsed and had been removed from the base. The current cost of these repairs is $192,000. The Sons of the Confederate Veterans have raised $140,000 toward the cost of these repairs and the Canal Authority has requested that the balance be provided by the City. The Authority will administer the construction contract. The Sons of the Confederate Veterans, appearing before the Commission on March 24th, requested that the ownership of the chimney be transferred to them. It is our recommendation that ownership of the chimney more appropriately should be with the Canal Authority. The chimney is located within the boundary of the historic Augusta Canal National Heritage Area. Financial Impact:Funds are in 2009 capital budget allocation Alternatives:Not approve and thereby allow the chimney to continue to deteriorate and expose the public to the safety hazard of falling bricks Recommendation:Approval. Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: 272-06-4112/5413120 REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Finance. Law. Administrator. Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Item # 25 Commission Meeting Agenda 7/21/2009 2:00 PM Rate adjustment for opening and closing of graves Department:Public Services Department - Maintenance Division/Cemeteries Section Caption:Motion to approve request to raise the Interment rates to reflect the actual cost of the service and approve budget amendment for $10,000 for Acct. #101063110-52.13119. (Approved by Finance Committee July 13, 2009) Background:The current budget was created to reflect 2008 prices. The bids we received in January 2009 for these services, however, were much higher than our approved budget. Therefore, we are experiencing a financial deficit. The current cost for this service is: $250.00, $75.00 for persons under 12 years of age and $50.00 for cremation or stillborn. We have not had a rate increase for this service since 1990. We have completed an analysis of city- maintained cemeteries in Rome, Macon, and Savannah, Georgia, along with several local cemeteries, to ensure that the proposed rate increase is in line with the geographical area. Analysis:The budget was set for $200.00 per burial, whereas it costs $500.00 per burial, leaving us in a deficit per burial of $300.00. Please see the attached strategy to eliminate this shortcoming. Financial Impact:January-June 2009 we had an approximate $5,000.00 budget deficit. We managed to do budget transfers to make up this deficit however, we won't be able to do this for the second half of the year. Alternatives:1. Approve request to raise the Interment rates to reflect the actual cost of the service and approve budget amendment for $10,000 for Acct. #101063110-52.13119., effective August 1, 2009. 2. Perform opening and closing in-house; start-up cost approximately $75-100,000, increase operator salary by 15 percent. 3. Do not approve rate increase and continue budget deficit. Recommendation:#1. Approve request to raise the Interment rates to reflect the actual cost of the service and approve budget amendment for $10,000 for Acct. #101063110-52.13119., effective August 1, 2009. Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: Cost of this increase will be placed on the consumer.Associated revenue to be recorded and budget adjustment made to 101-000000-3491110 REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Cover Memo Item # 26 Finance. Law. Administrator. Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Item # 26 HILLCREST MEMORIAL PARK 2700 DEANS BRIDGE RD. (706) 790-1185 MONDAY TO SATURDAY: $ 995.00 SUNDAY: $1,595.00 HOLIDAY: $1,795.00 CREMATION (URN) BURIALS MONDAY TO SATURDAY: $ 495.00 CREMATION (URN) BURIALS SUNDAY: $1,095.00 CREMATION (URN) BURIALS HOLIDAY: $ 1,295.00 INFANTS (WHICH INCLUDES OPENING/CLOSING & SETUP OF TENT, CHAIRS, & GRASS): $150.00 NO BURIALS ON HOLIDAYS: CHRISTMAS DAY, THANKSGIVING DAY, & PRIOR TO 12 NOON ON THE DAY AFTER CHRISTMAS. Attachment number 1 Page 1 of 1 Item # 26 PINEVIEW MEMORIAL PARK 450 FIVE NOTCH RD, W., N. AUGUSTA, SC. (803) 279-1508: WEEKDAYS (BEFORE 4 P.M. ARRIVAL TIME): $975.00 WEEKDAYS (AFTER 4 P.M. ARRIVAL TIME): $1,275.00 WEEKENDS & HOLIDAYS: $1,275.00 WEEKENDS & HOLIDAYS AFTER 3 P.M. ARRIVAL TIME: + $300.00 = $1,575.00 CREMATION BURIALS - WEEKDAYS: $300.00 CREMATION BURIALS – WEEKDAYS AFTER 4 P.M. : $450.00 CREMATION BURIALS – WEEKENDS/HOLIDAYS: $450.00 INFANTS (18 MOS. & YOUNGER): $350.00 INFANTS OLDER THAN 18 MOS.: ADULT CHARGES APPLY Attachment number 2 Page 1 of 1 Item # 26 1 of 3 2009 CEMETERY FEES Section 1. INTERMENT FEES Interment fees in all City of Savannah cemeteries shall be charged according to the following schedule: - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - PRICE - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - KIND OF INTERMENT Sunday/ Holiday Rate Standard Rate Prime Rate* Adult $900 $680 $520 Child (2 to 10 years) 625 440 330 Infant (up to 2 years) 555 400 300 Amputated limb 540 380 285 Ashes/Cremains 485 345 260 * The Prime Rate requires that interment fees are paid, interment orders are signed, and funeral services are arranged at least 24 hours before a funeral service scheduled Tuesday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. or at least eight normal work hours before a funeral service scheduled for Monday or the day after a City holiday. Section 2. SALE OF INTERMENT RIGHTS The selling price for spaces in City cemeteries shall be as follows: Price Per Space Price Per Lot/Niche* a. Section 1, Greenwich - 2 space lots (standard) $1,070 $2,150 b. Section 1, Greenwich - 2 space lots (intermediate) 1,210 2,430 c. Section 1, Greenwich - 2 space lots (prime) 1,350 2,710 d. Section 8, Greenwich - 4 space lots 800 3,210 e. Section 9, Greenwich - 6 space lots 800 4,810 f. Section 10, Greenwich - 6 space lots 800 4,810 g. Section 12, Greenwich - 1 space lots 750 760 h. Section 12, Greenwich - 1 cremation space 475 485 i. Section S, Bonaventure - 1 space lots 750 760 j. Section S, Bonaventure - 6 space lots 800 4,810 k. Section S, Bonaventure - 12 space lots 800 9,610 l. Section T, Bonaventure - 6 space lots 800 4,810 m. Section T, Bonaventure - 12 space lots 800 9,610 n. Columbarium 101 - Standard niche 550 1,110 o. Columbarium 101 - Prime niche 610 1,230 * Each lot/niche includes a $10 recording fee. Attachment number 3 Page 1 of 3 Item # 26 2 of 3 Section 3. FEES FOR CEMETERY SERVICES Fees for other cemetery services shall be as follows: a. Perpetual care $11 per square foot b. Annual care $110 per lot per year c. Work permits Small Structure $10 per corner marker or flag pole Medium Structure $30 per foot marker, vase, bird bath, or cradle Large Structure $80 per monument, slab, coping, fence, bench, statue, or oversized marker Columbarium $80 per structure plus $30 per each additional niche Mausoleum $80 per structure plus $80 per each additional crypt Landscape installation or removal $35 per lot d. Water supplied to lot owners $15 per lot per year e. Burial instruction recording $10 per lot f. Lot diagram preparation $20 per lot $10 per each adjacent lot g. Columbarium memorialization $250 per 3 lines h. Tent/Chair rental $265 per tent with 16 chairs i. Tour fee (up to 30 participants) (single tour up to 1 hour) $253 per tour j. Monthly tour pass (any cemetery) Walking or bicycle tour (up to 15 guests) $90 per month Small vehicle tour (up to 15 passengers) $90 per month Bus or trolley tour (25’-35’ long) $220 per month k. Monthly tour pass (all cemeteries) Walking or bicycle tour (up to 15 guests) $180 per month Small vehicle tour (up to 15 passengers) $180 per month Bus or trolley tour (25’-35’ long) $440 per month l. Special events (up to 1 hour, up to 30 participants) $25 per event m. Filming fee (up to 1 hour) (up to 30 participants) $25 per shoot n. After-hour fee (in addition to items c., i., l. and m. above) $60 per hour NOTES: Written record searches are covered elsewhere in Revenue Ordinance. Attachment number 3 Page 2 of 3 Item # 26 3 of 3 Section 4. CEMETERY CODE REFERENCE Refer to the Savannah Code, Part 4, Chapter 3, for other provisions relating to operation of City cemeteries. Attachment number 3 Page 3 of 3 Item # 26 PUBLIC SERVICES DEPARTMENT Dennis Stroud Michael D. Greene Assistant Director Interim Director Maintenance Division 2316 Tobacco Road - Augusta, GA 30906 (706) 790-7062 – Fax (706) 771-2966 WWW.AUGUSTAGA.GOV Date: June 25, 2009 To: Finance Committee From: Dennis Stroud Assistant Director Public Services Department Subject: Grave Opening and Closing File Reference: Rate Increase Kind of Interment Sunday/Holiday Standard Rate Adult $750.00 $600.00 Child 600.00 550.00 Infant-2 yrs 550.00 400.00 Cremations 250.00 225.00 $1,200 for double deck grave services held at the same time. If you have any questions, or require additional information, please do not hesitate to contact me Dennis Stroud Assistant Director Public Services Department Attachment number 4 Page 1 of 2 Item # 26 PUBLIC SERVICES DEPARTMENT Dennis Stroud Michael D. Greene Assistant Director Interim Director Maintenance Division 2316 Tobacco Road - Augusta, GA 30906 (706) 790-7062 – Fax (706) 771-2966 WWW.AUGUSTAGA.GOV Attachment number 4 Page 2 of 2 Item # 26 Commission Meeting Agenda 7/21/2009 2:00 PM 2004 Series Bond Capital Improvements Program - Program Management Services Department:Clerk of Commission Caption:Motion to authorize Option A of the Administrator's recommendation for payment of the current bills through the contract period ending December 31, 2009 relative to the existing Program Management Services Contract with CH2M Hill. (Approved by July 13, 2009 Engineering Services Committee) Background: Analysis: Financial Impact: Alternatives: Recommendation: Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Item # 27 Attachment number 1 Page 1 of 5 Item # 27 Attachment number 1 Page 2 of 5 Item # 27 Attachment number 1 Page 3 of 5 Item # 27 Attachment number 1 Page 4 of 5 Item # 27 Attachment number 1 Page 5 of 5 Item # 27 Commission Meeting Agenda 7/21/2009 2:00 PM Lease Terminations for Wireless Communications Facilities Department:Utilities, Clifford A. Goins, Interim Director Caption:Motion to approve Co-Location Lease Terminations for Wireless Communications Facilities on Utilities Jake Ellis Road, Kipling Road and Fairington Road Water Storage Tanks. (Approved by Engineering Servcies Committee July 13, 2009) Background:Under agreements approved by the Commission, Utility Service Communications Company (USCC) provides AUD the service of managing wireless communications facilities on some of its water tanks. This agreement calls for a sharing of new and renegotiated revenues and provides for complete management including marketing, application processing, contract negotiation, contract preparation and liability, and payment collection. USCC keeps 30% of the revenues collected and pays 70% of total revenue to Augusta. Analysis:AT&T, formerly Cingular, approached AUD to renegotiate its agreements in order to add additional antennas to the tanks noted above. Per our agreement, USCC renegotiated the contracts and will supervise the changes to the tanks. Finalizing these new agreements requires termination of the existing leases. The new leases are agreements between USCC and AT&T. Financial Impact:The previous leases provided for total annual rent for the next year of $53,988, with a 1.2% increase thereafter, collected and administered by AUD. The new leases provide for total revenue to AUD over the next twelve months of $57,960 that will increase at the rate of 3% per year thereafter, and gives complete administrative duties to USCC. Alternatives:1) Approve this item and provide for increased revenue and the best management of wireless communications facilities on the water tanks. 2) Do not approve this item. Due to lack of expertise by AUD in this area, this action would leave AUD in a difficult position as we continue our revenue opportunities in the wireless market when current customers want to add equipment. Recommendation:We recommend the Commission approve the co-location lease terminations for wireless communications facilities on Utilities Jake Ellis Road, Kipling Road and Fairington Road water storage tanks. Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: None required. Cover Memo Item # 28 REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Finance. Procurement. Law. Administrator. 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(Approved by Engineering Services Committee July 13, 2009) Background:The Engineering Department has been petitioned by the citizens requesting street lighting in their neighborhood pursuant to a 1971 Commission Resolution authorizing the creating of Street Lighting Districts. The petitioners agree to pay for all costs associated with the installation, ongoing maintenance and energy. Analysis:Currently, street lighting is non-existing in these areas. Street lighting has been an effective measure to increase pedestrian and vehicular safety, assist in crime prevention, and to promote businesses and community pride. Financial Impact:Street Lighting Districts are funded by a self supporting fund. Street Lighting charges vary based on the type lighting requested or required, billable front footage, and light wattage and spacing. Costs for the subject districts follow: Lighting District No. 343 $1.15 Alternatives:N/A Recommendation:Approve Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: 2760416105233111/Legal Advertising REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Finance. Law. Administrator. Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Item # 29 Commission Meeting Agenda 7/21/2009 2:00 PM ACCG 2009 County Family Album Department:Clerk of Commission Caption:Consider a request from ACCG regarding the purchase of an ad for the 2009 County Family Album of Georgia County Government Magazine. Background: Analysis: Financial Impact: Alternatives: Recommendation: Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Item # 30 Attachment number 1 Page 1 of 4 Item # 30 Attachment number 1 Page 2 of 4 Item # 30 Attachment number 1 Page 3 of 4 Item # 30 Attachment number 1 Page 4 of 4 Item # 30 Commission Meeting Agenda 7/21/2009 2:00 PM HPC Appeal Department: Caption:Consider the appeals request of Mr. Harold M. Davis regarding the Historic Preservation Commission's denial of his request for a Certificate of Appropriateness (COA) affecting property located at 2678 Henry Street. Background: Analysis: Financial Impact: Alternatives: Recommendation: Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Item # 31 Attachment number 1 Page 1 of 2 Item # 31 Attachment number 1 Page 2 of 2 Item # 31 Attachment number 2 Page 1 of 2 Item # 31 Attachment number 2 Page 2 of 2 Item # 31 Commission Meeting Agenda 7/21/2009 2:00 PM Minutes Department:Clerk of Commission Caption:Motion to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of the Commission held on July 7, 2009 and Special Called meeting held July 13, 2009. Background: Analysis: Financial Impact: Alternatives: Recommendation: Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Item # 32 Commission Meeting Agenda 7/21/2009 2:00 PM District Appointment 8 Department: Caption:Motion to approve the appointment of Mr. Doug Lively to fill the unexpired term due to the resignation of Mr. Brad Kyzer on the Augusta Aviation Commission representing District 8. Background: Analysis: Financial Impact: Alternatives: Recommendation: Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Item # 33 Attachment number 1 Page 1 of 1 Item # 33 Commission Meeting Agenda 7/21/2009 2:00 PM HUD Neighborhood Stabilization Program 2 Department: Caption:Motion to ratify Augusta's application/request submission for a grant award from HUD's Neighborhood Stabilization Program 2 in association with the American Reinvestment and Recovery Act. Background: Analysis: Financial Impact: Alternatives: Recommendation: Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Item # 34 Attachment number 1 Page 1 of 4 Item # 34 Attachment number 1 Page 2 of 4 Item # 34 Attachment number 1 Page 3 of 4 Item # 34 Attachment number 1Page 4 of 4 Item # 34 Commission Meeting Agenda 7/21/2009 2:00 PM Report on Projects Department:Clerk of Commission Caption:Report from the Administrator regarding on-going projects. Background: Analysis: Financial Impact: Alternatives: Recommendation: Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Item # 35 Commission Meeting Agenda 7/21/2009 2:00 PM Affidavit Department: Caption:Motion to authorize execution by the Mayor of the affidavit of compliance with Georgia's Open Meeting Act. Background: Analysis: Financial Impact: Alternatives: Recommendation: Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Item # 36