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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2010-08-17-Meeting Agenda Commission Meeting Agenda Commission Chamber 8/17/2010 5:00 PM INVOCATION: Reverend Hardy S. Bennings, Pastor of Historic Springfield Baptist Church. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA. Five (5) minute time limit per delegation DELEGATIONS A. Mr. Thomas Hill. RE: Every Swipe Counts partnership with Susan G. Komen for the Cure. Attachments CONSENT AGENDA (Items 1-29) PLANNING 1. Z-10-47 - A request for concurrence with the Augusta Richmond Planning Commission to approve a petition by Richard B. Lord requesting a change of zoning from Zone P-1 (Professional) to Zone A (Agriculture) affecting property containing .21 acres and is known as 4000 Belair Road. (Tax Map 038-0-037-02-0) DISTRICT 3 Attachments 2. Z-10-48 - A request for concurrence with the Augusta Richmond Planning Commission to approve with the condition that the property may only be used as a senior lifestyle community; a petition by Warlick, Tritt, Stebbins and Murray LLP , on behalf of MEM Real Estate LLC, requesting a change of zoning from Zone A (Agriculture) to Zone R-3C (Multiple-family Residential) with a Special Exception to establish a nursing home per Section 26-1 (D) of the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance for Augusta-Richmond County affecting property located on the northeast right-of-way line of Flowing Wells Road 1,293 feet, more or less, north of Elm Avenue and containing approximately 27 acres. (Tax Map 029-0-045-00-0) DISTRICT 3 Attachments 3. ZA-R-197- A request for concurrence with the Augusta Richmond Planning Attachments Commission to approve a petition to amend the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance of Augusta Richmond- County by amending Section 26-1 (Special Exceptions) Permitted Uses (Excavation of mineral deposits). 4. FINAL PLAT – DUNNINGTON, PHASE I – S-799-I - A petition by Southern Land Surveyors, on behalf of Dunnington Development, requesting final plat approval for Dunnington, Phase I. This residential townhome development is located off Boy Scout Road and contains 70 lots. Attachments 5. Z-10-45 – A request for concurrence with the Augusta Richmond Planning Commission to approve a petition by H. Lawson Graham, on behalf of Randy Watkins et. al., requesting a change of zoning from Zone A (Agriculture) and Zone R-1C (One-family Residential) to Zone R-1C with a Special Exception per Section 11-2 (a) of the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance for Augusta Richmond County to allow single family attached dwellings to not exceed a density of 7 units per acre, affecting property containing approximately 2.3 acres and is known as 3646 and 3648 Belair Road. (Tax Map 053-0-042-01-00 and part of Tax Map 053-0-042-00-0) DISTRICT 3 Attachments 6. FINAL PLAT - WILLHAVEN, PHASE II, SECTION II – S-808-II-II – A petition by John Brewer and Associates, on behalf of Brent Scarborough & Co, requesting final plat approval for Willhaven Phase 2, Section 2. This residential subdivision is located at Huntcliffe Drive and Wellington Street and contains 38 lots. Attachments PUBLIC SERVICES 7. Motion to approve New Application: A. N. 10 - 38: request by Jerry R. Britt for an on premise consumption Liquor, Beer & Wine license to be used in connection with the Blue Horse located at 302 Sixth St. There will be Sunday Sales. District 1. Super District 9. (Approved by Public Services Committee August 9, 2010) Attachments 8. Motion to approve New Ownership Application: A. N. 10 - 39: request by Mainak J. Patel for a retail package Beer & Wine license to be used in connection with Circle J. Convenience Store located at 3020 Tobacco Rd. District 8. Super District 10. (Approved by Public Services Committee August 9, 2010) Attachments 9. Motion to approve the third Amendment to the lease between the City of Augusta and Augusta Professional Baseball LLC. (Approved by Public Services Committee August 9, 2010) Attachments 10. Motion to approve the Sec. 5307 Augusta Public Transit grant application between Attachments the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) and Augusta, Georgia with the amendment to reduce it by $269,658 because the Contingencies/Program reserve cannot be put into the grant application. (Approved by Public Services Committee August 9, 2010) 11. Motion to approve a consultant services agreement with W. K. Dickson & Co., Inc. in the amount of $40,000 for preliminary design services associated with the new Butler Creek Trailhead Park. (Approved by Public Services Committee August 9, 2010) Attachments ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES 12. Motion to approve application for a $200,000k grant for the initial planning and design of the Lucy Craft Laney Wellness Center. Funding will be provided by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) through their Economic Development Initiative (EDI). (Approved by Administrative Services Committee August 9, 2010) Attachments 13. Motion to approve an Ordinance to amend 7-4-52 to provide for more realistic responsibilities for the Historic Preservation Commission related to maintenance and repair of historic properties. (Approved by Administrative Services Committee August 9, 2010) Attachments FINANCE 14. Motion to approve final submittal of a combined DOT TIGER II/ HUD Community Challenge Planning Grant for a detailed corridor plan and implementation program for revitalization efforts along the 15th Street Corridor. (Approved by Finance Committee August 9, 2010) Attachments 15. Motion to approve a request from the Augusta CVB to approve the renewal of the Augusta CVB Professional Services Agreement with the City of Augusta. (Approved by Finance Committee August 9, 2010) Attachments 16. Motion to approve the lease renewal between Augusta, Georgia and the CSRA Humane Society, Inc., and to authorize the Mayor and Clerk of Commission to execute such documents as necessary to consummate the agreement, all in form as approved by the General Counsel for Augusta, Georgia. (Approved by Finance Committee August 9, 2010) Attachments 17. Motion to approve the continuation of the GPS tracking service subscription for 310 units. (Approved by Finance Committee August 9, 2010) Attachments ENGINEERING SERVICES 18. Motion to approve Change Order # 1 to the existing construction contract in the amount of $76,805.00 to Blair Construction for the additional work to complete the Fort Gordon Eisenhower Hospital Area Gravity Sewer System. (Approved by Engineering Services Committee August 9,2010) Attachments 19. Motion to approve the selection committee’s recommendation to issue a contract to Clark Patterson Lee for the Design Services for the Augusta, Georgia Sheriff’s Office Building in the amount of $599,714.50. (Approved by Engineering Services Committee August 9, 2010) Attachments 20. Motion to approve the purchase of (1) hydraulic detachable gooseneck trailer from Yancey Bros., the lowest responsive bid, for the Solid Waste Department. (Approved by Engineering Services Committee August 9, 2010) Attachments 21. Motion to approve allowing the Administrator to negotiate an extension to the current contract; advertise for bids for the menu of options submitted in today's recommendtions and then come back with an opportunity for the committee to select from the available options regarding the “Solid Waste Disposal Contract, Recommendations for 2011.” (Approved by Engineering Services Committee August 9, 2010) Attachments 22. Motion to approve moving forward with the strategy and the recommendations as presented relating “The CNG Plan, Strategy 2012”. (Approved by Engineering Services Committee August 9, 2010) Attachments 23. Motion to approve a request for $200,000 from SPLOST Recapture Funds to complete the purchase of repetitively flooded and floodprone properties in Brynwood Subdivision (Chelsea Drive) and Hollywood Subdivision. (Approved by Engineering Services Committee August 9, 2010) Attachments 24. Motion to approve the deeds of dedication, maintenance agreements, and road resolution submitted by the Engineering and Augusta Utilities Departments for Manchester Subdivision, Section Five. (Approved by Engineering Services Committee August 9, 2010) Attachments 25. Motion to authorize condemnation to acquire title of a portion of property for right of way, permanent easement and temporary easement for the Marvin Griffin Road Attachments Improvement Project, (Parcel 134-0-004-00-0) 1551 Marvin Griffin Road. (Approved by Engineering Services Committee August 9, 2010) 26. Motion to authorize condemnation to acquire title of a portion of property for permanent easement and temporary easement for the 50202 Horsepen Sanitary Sewer, Phase 2-B Project, PIN: 128-0-026-00-0, 2920 Tobacco Road. (Approved by Engineering Services Committee August 9, 2010) Attachments 27. Motion to provide authorization to R.J. Griffin to award Bid Package #1, in the amount of $4,327,611.12, which includes demolition, site clearing and grading underground utilities (storm, sanitary and water piping), auger cast piles, foundations, and Precast Concrete, for the new Reynolds Street Parking Deck. (Approved by Engineering Services Committee August 9, 2010) Attachments PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS 28. Motion to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of the Commission held on August 3rd, Special Called and Legal meetings held August 9, 2010. Attachments ATTORNEY 29. Resolution authorizing the settlement of the appeal filed by Joseph E. Smith, in the pending condemnation lawsuit styled Augusta, Georgia vs. Joseph E. Smith, et al., Civil Action File No. 2002-RCCV-717, for the payment of forty thousand dollars ($40,000.00) in addition to the earlier payment of $4,624.00 made into the registry of the Court on or about March 27, 2003; authorizing the County Administrator to disburse the amount of forty thousand dollars ($40,000.00) to the Clerk of Court to satisfy the consent final judgment to be entered in the case; waiving Augusta- Richmond County Code of Ordinances sections in conflict for this instance only; and for other purposes. Attachments ****END CONSENT AGENDA**** AUGUSTA COMMISSION 8/17/2010 AUGUSTA COMMISSION REGULAR AGENDA 8/17/2010 (Items 30-31) PLANNING Upcoming Meetings www.augustaga.gov 30. Z-10-46 - A request for concurrence with the Augusta Richmond Planning Commission to approve with the condition that the site plan must substantially conform to the concept plan submitted with this petition; a petition by Rock of Ages Missionary Baptist Church, on behalf of Varnado & Associates, Inc., requesting a Special Exception to establish a church per Section 26-1- (A) of the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance for Augusta-Richmond County affecting property containing approximately 8.6 acres and is known as 2268 Willis Foreman Road. (Tax Map 195- 0-010-00-0) DISTRICT 8 Attachments LEGAL MEETING A. Pending and Potential Litigation. B. Real Estate. C. Personnel. 31. Motion to authorize execution by the Mayor of the affidavit of compliance with Georgia's Open Meeting Act. Commission Meeting Agenda 8/17/2010 5:00 PM Invocation Department:Clerk of Commission Caption:Reverend Hardy S. Bennings, Pastor of Historic Springfield Baptist Church. Background: Analysis: Financial Impact: Alternatives: Recommendation: Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Commission Meeting Agenda 8/17/2010 5:00 PM Thomas Hill Department: Caption:Mr. Thomas Hill. RE: Every Swipe Counts partnership with Susan G. Komen for the Cure. Background: Analysis: Financial Impact: Alternatives: Recommendation: Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Attachment number 1Page 1 of 1 Commission Meeting Agenda 8/17/2010 5:00 PM Planning Commission Department:Planning Commission Caption: Z-10-46 - A request for concurrence with the Augusta Richmond Planning Commission to approve with the condition that the site plan must substantially conform to the concept plan submitted with this petition; a petition by Rock of Ages Missionary Baptist Church, on behalf of Varnado & Associates, Inc., requesting a Special Exception to establish a church per Section 26-1- (A) of the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance for Augusta- Richmond County affecting property containing approximately 8.6 acres and is known as 2268 Willis Foreman Road. (Tax Map 195-0-010-00-0) DISTRICT 8 Background: Analysis: Financial Impact: Alternatives: Recommendation: Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Commission Meeting Agenda 8/17/2010 5:00 PM Planning Commission Department:Planning Commission Caption: Z-10-47 - A request for concurrence with the Augusta Richmond Planning Commission to approve a petition by Richard B. Lord requesting a change of zoning from Zone P-1 (Professional) to Zone A (Agriculture) affecting property containing .21 acres and is known as 4000 Belair Road. (Tax Map 038-0-037-02-0) DISTRICT 3 Background: Analysis: Financial Impact: Alternatives: Recommendation: Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Commission Meeting Agenda 8/17/2010 5:00 PM Planning Commission Department:Planning Commission Caption: Z-10-48 - A request for concurrence with the Augusta Richmond Planning Commission to approve with the condition that the property may only be used as a senior lifestyle community; a petition by Warlick, Tritt, Stebbins and Murray LLP , on behalf of MEM Real Estate LLC, requesting a change of zoning from Zone A (Agriculture) to Zone R-3C (Multiple-family Residential) with a Special Exception to establish a nursing home per Section 26-1 (D) of the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance for Augusta- Richmond County affecting property located on the northeast right-of-way line of Flowing Wells Road 1,293 feet, more or less, north of Elm Avenue and containing approximately 27 acres. (Tax Map 029-0-045-00-0) DISTRICT 3 Background: Analysis: Financial Impact: Alternatives: Recommendation: Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Commission Meeting Agenda 8/17/2010 5:00 PM Planning Commission Department:Planning Commission Caption: ZA-R-197- A request for concurrence with the Augusta Richmond Planning Commission to approve a petition to amend the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance of Augusta Richmond- County by amending Section 26-1 (Special Exceptions) Permitted Uses (Excavation of mineral deposits). Background: Analysis: Financial Impact: Alternatives: Recommendation: Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Clerk of Commission Cover Memo ORDINANCE ______ An Ordinance to amend the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance adopted by the Augusta-Richmond County Commission effective September 16, 1997 by amending Section 26-1 (Special Exceptions – permitted uses) THE AUGUSTA COMMISSION HEREBY ORDAINS: SECTION I. That the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance is amended by deleting the following in Section 26-1 (q) (1) (1) Submission of a copy of a Mined Land Use Plan, pursuant to 391-3-3- 05 of the Georgia Environmental Rules, that has been submitted to the Georgia Environmental Protection Division along with EPD’s approval of the plan. SECTION II. That the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance is amended by replacing the following in Section 26-1 (q) (1) (1) Evidence that a Mined Land Use Plan, pursuant to 391-3-3-05 of the Georgia Environmental Rules, is being prepared for submission to Georgia E.P.D. No mining activity may be conducted without an approved Mined Land Use Plan. SECTION III. That the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance is amended by modification of the following language in Section 26-1 (q) (2) (a) and (b) (2) Submission of a plat prepared by a Georgia Registered Land Surveyor at the time of the application showing conformance to the following spacing requirements: (a) No activity under this Subsection shall be conducted within 300 feet of a residence (b) No activity under this Subsection shall be conducted within 100 feet of an R-zone boundary unless a consent form provided by the Planning Commission and signed by the affected property owners is provided with the application. SECTION IV. That the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance is amended by modification of the language in Section 26-1 (q) (2) (a) and (b) as follows: Attachment number 1Page 1 of 2 (2) Submission of a plat prepared by a Georgia Registered Land Surveyor at the time of the application showing conformance to the following spacing requirements: (a) No activity under this Subsection shall be conducted within 300 feet of a residence not located on the same property. (b) No activity under this Subsection shall be conducted within 100 feet of an adjoining R-zoned property unless a consent form provided by the Planning Commission and signed by the affected property owners is provided with the application. SECTION V. All Ordinances or parts of Ordinances in conflict with this Ordinance are hereby repealed. Duly adopted by the Augusta-Richmond County Commission this ______ day of __________________, 2010. __________________________________________ MAYOR, AUGUSTA COMMISSION AUGUSTA, GEORGIA ATTEST: ________________________________________ LENA BONNER, CLERK First Reading: ____________________________ Second Reading: __________________________ Attachment number 1Page 2 of 2 Commission Meeting Agenda 8/17/2010 5:00 PM Planning Commission Department:Planning Commission Caption: FINAL PLAT – DUNNINGTON, PHASE I – S-799-I - A petition by Southern Land Surveyors, on behalf of Dunnington Development, requesting final plat approval for Dunnington, Phase I. This residential townhome development is located off Boy Scout Road and contains 70 lots. Background: Analysis: Financial Impact: Alternatives: Recommendation: Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Commission Meeting Agenda 8/17/2010 5:00 PM Planning Commission Department:Planning Commission Caption: Z-10-45 – A request for concurrence with the Augusta Richmond Planning Commission to approve a petition by H. Lawson Graham, on behalf of Randy Watkins et. al., requesting a change of zoning from Zone A (Agriculture) and Zone R-1C (One-family Residential) to Zone R- 1C with a Special Exception per Section 11-2 (a) of the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance for Augusta Richmond County to allow single family attached dwellings to not exceed a density of 7 units per acre, affecting property containing approximately 2.3 acres and is known as 3646 and 3648 Belair Road. (Tax Map 053-0-042-01-00 and part of Tax Map 053-0-042- 00-0) DISTRICT 3 Background: Analysis: Financial Impact: Alternatives: Recommendation: Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Commission Meeting Agenda 8/17/2010 5:00 PM Planning Commission Department:Planning Commission Caption: FINAL PLAT - WILLHAVEN, PHASE II, SECTION II – S-808-II-II – A petition by John Brewer and Associates, on behalf of Brent Scarborough & Co, requesting final plat approval for Willhaven Phase 2, Section 2. This residential subdivision is located at Huntcliffe Drive and Wellington Street and contains 38 lots. Background: Analysis: Financial Impact: Alternatives: Recommendation: Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Commission Meeting Agenda 8/17/2010 5:00 PM Alcohol Application Department:License & Inspections Caption:Motion to approve New Application: A. N. 10 - 38: request by Jerry R. Britt for an on premise consumption Liquor, Beer & Wine license to be used in connection with the Blue Horse located at 302 Sixth St. There will be Sunday Sales. District 1. Super District 9. (Approved by Public Services Committee August 9, 2010) Background:This is the old D'Timm's Jazz Cafe. Dan Perry was the alcohol license holder at this location. Analysis:The applicant meets the requirements of the Augusta Richmond County Alcohol Ordinance. Financial Impact:The applicant will pay a pro-rated fee of $3327.50. Alternatives: Recommendation:License & Inspections recommends approval. The RCSD recommends approval. Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Finance. Law. Administrator. Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Attachment number 1Page 1 of 2 Attachment number 1Page 2 of 2 Commission Meeting Agenda 8/17/2010 5:00 PM Alcohol Application Department:License & Inspections Caption:Motion to approve New Ownership Application: A. N. 10 - 39: request by Mainak J. Patel for a retail package Beer & Wine license to be used in connection with Circle J. Convenience Store located at 3020 Tobacco Rd. District 8. Super District 10. (Approved by Public Services Committee August 9, 2010) Background:This is a new ownership application. Formerly in the name of Hazel Augusta Corporation. Analysis:The applicant meets the requirements of the Augusta Richmond County Alcohol Ordinance. Financial Impact:The applicant will pay a pro - rated fee of $605.00. Alternatives: Recommendation:License & Inspections recommends approval. The RCSD recommends approval. Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Finance. Law. Administrator. Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Attachment number 1Page 1 of 2 Attachment number 1Page 2 of 2 Commission Meeting Agenda 8/17/2010 5:00 PM Augusta Professional Baseball LLC Lease Department:Tom F. Beck, Director, Recreation and Parks Department Caption:Motion to approve the third Amendment to the lease between the City of Augusta and Augusta Professional Baseball LLC. (Approved by Public Services Committee August 9, 2010) Background:On May 9, 2005 a public facility lease agreement was executed between the City of Augusta and Augusta Professional Baseball LLC for minor league baseball at Lake Olmstead Stadium. Analysis:This is the third amendment to the lease between the Augusta Professional Baseball LLC and the City of Augusta that outlines Augusta's payment plan for SPLOST VI funds and the responsibilites and general conditions for both parties. (See attached) Financial Impact:As documented in the lease agreemnt and exhibit attached. Alternatives:1. To approve the third amendment to the lease with Augusta Professional Baseball LLC. 2. Move no action Recommendation:1. To Approve Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Finance. Law. Administrator. Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Attachment number 1Page 1 of 3 Attachment number 1Page 2 of 3 Attachment number 1Page 3 of 3 Attachment number 2Page 1 of 1 Commission Meeting Agenda 8/17/2010 5:00 PM Augusta Public Transit Grant Application Department:Augusta Public Transit Caption:Motion to approve the Sec. 5307 Augusta Public Transit grant application between the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) and Augusta, Georgia with the amendment to reduce it by $269,658 because the Contingencies/Program reserve cannot be put into the grant application. (Approved by Public Services Committee August 9, 2010) Background:APT is requesting funding to purchase the following items 3 Replacement Buses, 2 Replacement Vans, Eng/Design Bus Terminal, Intermodal Terminal, Bus Support Equip and Facilities, Eng/Design Admin/Maintenance Facility, Shop Equipment, Preventive Maintenance, Non-Fixed Route ADA Para-transit Expenses, Employee Education/Training, Contingencies/Program Reserve and Construct Enhanced ADA Access. These items will be 80% federally funded and 20% locally funded. The State portion is not available at this time to due to state funding cutbacks, however, monies may be made available at a later date. Analysis:The approval of this grant application will allow Augusta Public Transit to continue to provide transportation service to Citizens of Augusta-Richmond County in a more efficient manner. Financial Impact:The funding for this application is a 80% federal, and 20% Local. Alternatives:None. If you do not approve this grant, we will lose the money. This money will be used to help fund Transit. Recommendation:Approve the submission of this grant application. Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Finance. Law. Administrator. Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Attachment number 1Page 1 of 2 Attachment number 1Page 2 of 2 Commission Meeting Agenda 8/17/2010 5:00 PM Butler Creek Trailhead Park Project Department:Tom F. Beck, Director, Recreation and Parks Department Caption:Motion to approve a consultant services agreement with W. K. Dickson & Co., Inc. in the amount of $40,000 for preliminary design services associated with the new Butler Creek Trailhead Park. (Approved by Public Services Committee August 9, 2010) Background:The City has identified approved funding in the amount of $500,000 from SPLOST Phase VI for park development and site improvements to the @36 acres identified for park development referred to as Butler Creek Tailhead Park. Analysis:This critical park development is part of the overall Butler Creek Greenway. The City of Augusta, in partnership with the CSRA Land Trust, has assembled @80% of the land along Butler Creek from Lombard Mill Pond to Phinizy Swamp. Park improvements would include parking and pedestrian access via a footbridge to the park from south of Butler creek, a picnic shelter w/restrooms, playground area and maintained open space. The Department is recommending the engineer of record on this project, W. K. Dickson & Co. to perform preliminary design services for $40,000. (See Attached) Financial Impact:The Augusta Commission, at the regularly scheduled meeting held on May 18, 2010, authorized the Recreation and Parks Department to begin work on six (6) capital projects in FY 2010. The Butler Creek project is one of those six identified. Alternatives:1. To approve preliminary design work through W. K. Dickson & Co.for $40,000. 2. Move no action thus delaying this important park project. Recommendation:1. To approve Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: 328061110 - 210066601 REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Finance. Cover Memo Law. Administrator. Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Attachment number 1Page 1 of 4 Attachment number 1Page 2 of 4 Attachment number 1Page 3 of 4 Attachment number 1Page 4 of 4 Commission Meeting Agenda 8/17/2010 5:00 PM Grant Application for the Lucy Craft Laney Wellness Center Department:Housing and Community Development Department Caption:Motion to approve application for a $200,000k grant for the initial planning and design of the Lucy Craft Laney Wellness Center. Funding will be provided by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) through their Economic Development Initiative (EDI). (Approved by Administrative Services Committee August 9, 2010) Background: The Lucy Craft Laney Wellness Center will be located in the heart of the Laney Walker/Bethlehem Neighborhood Revitalization Area. As the city begins to implement its multi-year plan to rebuild the downtown urban area as a viable and safe area to Live – Work – Play, it is critical that multi- functional Community Centers be built. These centers are a critical component of the urban city as they provide programs and services to keep the community growing, stable and viable. The creation of The Lucy Craft Laney Wellness Center supports Georgia’s Urban Development goals at a state level and President Obama’s goals at a National Level: “to facilitate the economic integration of families and communities with efforts to support the current low-income residents” of our Urban Cities. The Lucy Craft Laney Wellness Center will focus on current social issues and offer programs and activities by a full-time staff. The Wellness Center will collaborate with local entities such as the Medical College of Georgia, University Hospital, Public Health Department and local non-profit agencies to provide various health and nutrition programs. These programs will focus on current social issues such as Chemical Free Living, Building Positive Self Esteem, Safety, Nutrition, Health and Well Being, Dress for Success, Specialized Women’s Programs, and Physical Education. The Center will be staffed full-time and will offer programs Monday through Saturday. It is recommended that the Lucy Craft Laney Wellness Center be centrally located within the Laney Walker Neighborhood so that it will be easily accessible by all residents of the community. The Center will be named after Lucy Craft Laney as a tribute to her dedication to wellness, education and her strive towards improving the development and growth of women. The Center will develop programs that integrate the four key capstones of Lucy Craft Laney’s beliefs: a.Faith in children’s ability to learn; b.Commitment to the training and development of women; c. Ways to provide teaching and vocational opportunities; and d. Belief that Community Service creates Community Ownership. The Wellness Center will strive to have a positive Return on Investment (ROI) within the first three years. It is estimated that the center could reach about 400 residents. With the current population in this low-income area of 3,000 residents, the Center will reach about 10-13% of the community. From an economic development perspective, the Wellness Center will support onsite offices for about 4 non- profit organizations to provide various center programs. In addition, the Cover Memo Center will be designed to support one small business restaurant kiosk and an open-air farmer's marekt that would augment the nutrition programs within the Center. A single non-profit will be responsible for the operation and growth of the Center. Analysis:The Lucy Craft Laney Wellness Center will be centrally located within the Laney Walker Neighborhood so that it will be easily accessible by all residents of the community. The Wellness Center will promote wellness programs to area residents of all ages. These programs will reach out to about 400 residents of about a 3,000 person low-income community. On the economic side, the Center will support 4 on-site non-profit organizations, one onsite kiosk restaurant, one open-air farmer's market and one non-profit to operate the facility. This center will enforce the sustainability of the Laney Walker/Bethlehem Neighborhood and support the Neighborhood Revitalization project. Financial Impact:AHCDD will utilize the $200,000 grant to perform the initial planning and design of the Wellness Center. Alternatives:None Recommended. Recommendation:It is recommended that AHCDD be granted permission to apply for a $200,000k grant for the initial planning and design of the Lucy Craft Laney Wellness Center. Funding will be provided by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) through their Economic Development Initiative (EDI). Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: AHCDD will utilize the $200,000 grant to perform the initial planning and design of the Wellness Center. REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Finance. Law. Administrator. Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Commission Meeting Agenda 8/17/2010 5:00 PM Historic Preservation Ordinance Amendment Department:Planning Commission - HIstoric Preservation Caption:Motion to approve an Ordinance to amend 7-4-52 to provide for more realistic responsibilities for the Historic Preservation Commission related to maintenance and repair of historic properties. (Approved by Administrative Services Committee August 9, 2010) Background: Analysis: Financial Impact:None Alternatives:Approve amendment or not Recommendation:Approve Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: None REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Clerk of Commission Cover Memo ORDINANCE NO:________ AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND 7-4-52 TO PROVIDE FOR MORE REALISTIC RESPONSIBLITIES FOR THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION RELATED TO MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR OF HISTORIC PROPERTIES. BE IT ORDAINED BY THE AUGUSTA RICHMOND COUNTY COMMISSION AND IT IS HEREBY ORDAINED BY THE AUTHORITY OF SAME THAT: The Augusta Richmond County Code be amended to provide for more realistic responsibilities for the Historic Preservation Commission related to maintenance and repair of historic properties by deleting the existing language in 7-4-52 (b) and (c) and substituting the following new language: (b) In the event the Historic Preservation Commission determines that there has been a failure to provide ordinary maintenance or repair, the Historic Preservation Commission will notify the owner of the property and set forth the steps necessary to comply with the provisions of this Section. The owner of such property will have ten (10) days to apply for the appropriate Certificate of Appropriateness. (c) In the event that a COA is not applied for within ten (10) days, as referenced in (b) of this Code Section; the Historic Preservation Commission shall notify the appropriate City Department of the situation. ADOPTED THIS ______ DAY OF ______________ 2010. EFFECTIVE THIS ________ DAY OF ______________ 2010. __________________________________ ___________________________________ CLERK MAYOR Attachment number 1Page 1 of 2 Attachment number 1Page 2 of 2 Commission Meeting Agenda 8/17/2010 5:00 PM Application for TIGERII / HUD Challenge Planning Grant Department:Planning Commission Caption:Motion to approve final submittal of a combined DOT TIGER II/ HUD Community Challenge Planning Grant for a detailed corridor plan and implementation program for revitalization efforts along the 15th Street Corridor. (Approved by Finance Committee August 9, 2010) Background:The combined TIGER II/HUD Community Challenge Planning Grant program builds on the Partnership for Sustainable Communities, an innovative interagency collaboration between the Department of Transportation (DOT), the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The program is designed to support projects that further six Livability Principles and that integrate housing, economic development, transportation and environmental policies and goals. On July 26, 2010 the Finance Committee of the Augusta Commission authorized submittal of a pre-application for a grant under this program requesting $2.1 million in combined DOT/HUD funds. The Augusta Commission approved submission of the pre-application on August 3, 2010. The final application is due August 23, 2010. Analysis:The grant proposal is built on four, interrelated initiatives that would further several priority recommendations of the Augusta Sustainable Development Agenda and the 2009 Augusta Tomorrow urban area plan (Westobou Vision): 1) an implementation program for mixed-used nodal centers along the 15th Street Corridor; 2) a multi-modal implementation program for this same Corridor, 3) Revision of development regulations to create an integrated growth management framework to guide development to preferred growth areas; and 4) an implementation plan for acquiring and land-banking properties for energy efficient, affordable housing along this corridor. While this grant program is intensely competitive across the U.S., Augusta’s proposal speaks to the heart of the grant’s purpose, addressing all six HUD/DOT Livability Principles. The initiatives included in the proposal are ideally positioned to be competitive as well as to position Augusta as model of a sustainable, mid-sized American city. Financial Impact:The grant program requires a 20% local match (cash and in-kind). The project budget is as follows: Total project cost = $2,600,000 over a 3-year period; Grant funding request = $2,100,000 (DOT portion = $500,000; HUD portion = $1,600,000); Local match = $500,000. Alternatives:Approve submittal of final DOT TIGER II/ HUD Community Challenge Planning Grant application or reject it and find other means of funding implementation of projects identified in these two master plans. Cover Memo Recommendation:Approve request to submit final application for DOT TIGER II/ HUD Community Challenge Planning Grant. Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: Combiantion of cash and in-kind match to be included in the application. Sources still being determined at time agenda item prepared. REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Commission Meeting Agenda 8/17/2010 5:00 PM Augusta CVB Professional Services Agreement Renewal Department:Clerk of Commission Caption:Motion to approve a request from the Augusta CVB to approve the renewal of the Augusta CVB Professional Services Agreement with the City of Augusta. (Approved by Finance Committee August 9, 2010) Background: Analysis: Financial Impact: Alternatives: Recommendation: Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Attachment number 1Page 1 of 17 Attachment number 1Page 2 of 17 Attachment number 1Page 3 of 17 Attachment number 1Page 4 of 17 Attachment number 1Page 5 of 17 Attachment number 1Page 6 of 17 Attachment number 1Page 7 of 17 Attachment number 1Page 8 of 17 Attachment number 1Page 9 of 17 Attachment number 1Page 10 of 17 Attachment number 1Page 11 of 17 Attachment number 1Page 12 of 17 Attachment number 1Page 13 of 17 Attachment number 1Page 14 of 17 Attachment number 1Page 15 of 17 Attachment number 1Page 16 of 17 Attachment number 1Page 17 of 17 Attachment number 2Page 1 of 1 Commission Meeting Agenda 8/17/2010 5:00 PM Humane Society Lease Renewal Department:Law Caption:Motion to approve the lease renewal between Augusta, Georgia and the CSRA Humane Society, Inc., and to authorize the Mayor and Clerk of Commission to execute such documents as necessary to consummate the agreement, all in form as approved by the General Counsel for Augusta, Georgia. (Approved by Finance Committee August 9, 2010) Background:This lease was actually approved last summer for a renewal of the CSRA Humane Society lease for 10 years. The lease was placed back on the agenda because we corrected a few errors in the version that WAS approved. Most of the changes were minor technical clarifications, like adding a severability clause to the agreement. The only substantive change to note is that we changed the hours that the dogs can be outside from 8 am to 8 pm (old version) to 7 am to 9 pm (new version) so that the dogs have more time outside at cooler parts of the day during the summer. This was a request from the Humane Society. Analysis:N/A Financial Impact:N/A Alternatives:Deny the motion to approve the lease renewal. Recommendation:Approve the lease renewal. Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Finance. Law. Administrator. Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Attachment number 1Page 1 of 8 Attachment number 1Page 2 of 8 Attachment number 1Page 3 of 8 Attachment number 1Page 4 of 8 Attachment number 1Page 5 of 8 Attachment number 1Page 6 of 8 Attachment number 1Page 7 of 8 Attachment number 1Page 8 of 8 Commission Meeting Agenda 8/17/2010 5:00 PM Renewal GPS Tracking Services Department:Finance/Risk Management Division Caption:Motion to approve the continuation of the GPS tracking service subscription for 310 units. (Approved by Finance Committee August 9, 2010) Background:The Vehicle Oversight Program and the purchase of 150 GPS Tracking units were approved by the Commission in November 2008. With the Global Positioning System (GPS) units proving to be very efficient in the areas of changing employee behavior, i.e. reduction in speeding, reduction in idle time, and detection of improper use of vehicles, the Commission approved the purchase of 310 additional units. This would equip all vehicles with a GPS unit with the exception of elected officials (Sheriff, Marshal, etc.). The one year contract for tracking services for the second batch of units - 310 units - will end in September 2010. Analysis:Fleet Manager reports that fuel consumption, excluding law enforcement vehicles, for 2010 year to date compared with 2008 and 2007 has continued to see a reduction in usage, see attached fuel usage report. Financial Impact:There is a monthly service fee for unlimited service for $25.95/unit/month which includes data storage. Funding for the continuing service is budgeted in fund 611-01-5211 53-16210 in the amount of $96,534.00 which covers a 12 month period. No annual contract is necessary; the continuation of service will be open ended. Alternatives:Do not approve the request, remove units from vehicles. Recommendation:Approve the continuation of the GPS Tracking Service. This pricing will remain in effect for a minimum of one year. Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: 611-01-5211 53-16210 REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Finance. Law. Cover Memo Administrator. Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Commission Meeting Agenda 8/17/2010 5:00 PM Approve Change Order #1 to the existing construction contract in the amount of $76,805.00 to Blair Construction for the Fort Gordon Eisenhower Hospital Area Gravity Sewer System . Bid item #09-156. Department:Augusta Utilities Department Caption:Motion to approve Change Order # 1 to the existing construction contract in the amount of $76,805.00 to Blair Construction for the additional work to complete the Fort Gordon Eisenhower Hospital Area Gravity Sewer System. (Approved by Engineering Services Committee August 9,2010) Background:This project is located at Fort Gordon, Augusta GA. The gravity sewer trunk line will begin near 22nd Street and connect to the existing municipal System just northwest of the National Science Center. It will serve an area of approximately 250 acres bounded to the north by Fort Gordon Highway (Route 10/78/278), west of the Gate I entrance . The trunk line will eliminate the need for 2 existing lift stations and 3,200 If of force main required to convey wastewater to the Fort Gordon wastewater treatment plant. This municipal gravity sewer trunk line will consist of approximately 4,625 If of 8-inch and 2,700 If of 10-inch SDR 26 PVC pipe with an estimated twenty-four 48-inch diameter manhole structures.The modification to this contract is to upsize the new sewer main to accommodate new construction on the base and extend a jack and bore due to extreme depth of the new sewer main and unforeseen existing water mains in the same path of the new sewer main. This modification was requested by Fort Gordon and is beyond the original scope of work. Augusta will be reimbursed by Fort Gordon for the cost of this work. Analysis:AUD has evaluated Blair proposal to Change Order #1 and has considered the proposal fair and reasonable to accomplish the project. Financial Impact:The construction proposal submitted for this project is $76,805.00. These funds are available from account 507043420-5425210/88880069-5425210 Alternatives:Rejection of this change order #1 would delay the construction and delay revenue to Augusta Richmond County. Recommendation:Recommend Commission approve change order #1 to the existing construction contract to Blair Construction in the amount of $76,805.00 Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: 507043420-5425210/88880069-5425210 from account $76,805.00Cover Memo REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Finance. Procurement. Law. Administrator. Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Blair Construction, Inc.Proposal Asphalt Paving & Underground Utilities 4308 Evans-to-Locks Rd DATE:April 30,2010 P.O. Box 770, Evans, Georgia 30809 INVOICE # Phone 706.868.1950 Fax 706.868.1855 FOR: Jerry Delaughter AUD Description Quantity Unit Price AMOUNT Pipe Cost Increase for Materials 3730 LF $6.94 25,886.20$ Deduction for 12 inch PVC multiple depths 3688 LF $23.55 (86,852.40)$ Addition for 15 inch PVC multiple depths 3688 LF $27.44 101,198.72$ TOTAL 40,232.52$ Eisenhower Sewer Pipe Size increase THANK YOU FOR YOUR BUSINESS! Attachment number 1Page 1 of 2 Attachment number 1Page 2 of 2 Commission Meeting Agenda 8/17/2010 5:00 PM Approve Design Firm for Sheriff's Administration Building Department:Public Services Department - Facilities Management Division Caption:Motion to approve the selection committee’s recommendation to issue a contract to Clark Patterson Lee for the Design Services for the Augusta, Georgia Sheriff’s Office Building in the amount of $599,714.50. (Approved by Engineering Services Committee August 9, 2010) Background:During the Programming Phase of the project, a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) was prepared to solicit qualification statements and proposals for Architectural Services for the Sheriff’s Office Building. Analysis:We received six (6) compliant responses for the Phase I qualifications submittals, after these were evaluated by the selection committee a short list of three (3) firms were selected, based on the scoring for Phase I, to participate in the Phase II Interviews. Subsequent to that, a decision was made to invite the three (3) firms that were not on the shortlist to also participate in the Phase II Interviews. After the Phase II Interviews were completed and scored, the fees for the Professional Architectural Services were opened and scored according to the scoring matrix included in the Phase II submittal requirements. The selection committee has completed the evaluation of the Phase I and Phase II submittals from the Architectural Firms and hereby recommends that a contract should be issued to Clark Patterson Lee in the amount of $599,714.50. Financial Impact:The total amount of $599,714.50 for the Design Services Fees is included in the overall total project budget of $10.6 million. Alternatives:1. Approve the selection committee’s recommendation to issue a contract to Clark Patterson Lee for the Design Services for the Augusta, Georgia Sheriff’s Office Building in the amount of $599,714.50. 2. Select a different method of procuring the design phase services and award the total contract to a lump sum bidder, which will delay the completion date of the project and increase the total project costs. Recommendation:#1. Approve the selection committee’s recommendation to issue a contract to Clark Patterson Lee for the Design Services for the Augusta, Georgia Sheriff’s Office Building in the amount of $599,714.50. Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: FUNDS ARE AVAILABLE IN ACCOUNT: GL - 325051120; JL - 208251103 Cover Memo REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Finance. Procurement. Law. Administrator. Clerk of Commission Cover Memo REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS Request for Qualifications will be received at this office until Wednesday, June 2, 2010 @ 3:00 p.m. for furnishing: RFQ ITEM #10-119 Architectural & Engineering Services for Sheriff’s Office RFQs will be received by: The Augusta Commission hereinafter referred to as the OWNER at the offices of: Geri A. Sams, Director Augusta Procurement Department 530 Greene Street - Room 605 Augusta, Georgia 30901 RFQ documents may be obtained at the office of the Augusta, GA Procurement Department, 530 Greene Street – Room 605, Augusta, GA 30901. All questions must be submitted in writing to the office of the Procurement Department by Tuesday, May 25, 2010 @ 5:00 p.m. by fax at 706- 821-2811 or by mail. No RFQ 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, the certification statement as a local bidder and all supporting documents must be submitted to the Procurement Department with your bonafide bid package. No RFQ may be withdrawn for a period of 90 days after time has been called on the date of opening. 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 RFQ number on the outside of the envelope. Bidders are cautioned that sequestration of RFQ documents through any source other than the office of the Procurement Department is not advisable. Acquisition of RFQ documents from unauthorized sources places the bidder at the risk of receiving incomplete or inaccurate information upon which to base his qualifications. Augusta-Richmond County, Georgia does not operate a DBE, MBE or WBE Program but rather pursuant to its code of ordinances, this local government operates instead a Local Small Business Opportunity Program. GERI A. SAMS, Procurement Director Publish: Augusta Chronicle April 29, May 6, 3, 20, 2010 Metro Courier May 5, 2010 cc: Fred Russell Administrator Tameka Allen Interim Deputy Administrator Don Greene Heery International Steve Kimsey Heery International Forest White Heery International Attachment number 1Page 1 of 1 VE N D O R S At t a c h m e n t B B i d d e r s F o r m A d d e n d u m 1 O r i g i n a l E i g h t C o p i e s KS G W A R C H I T E C T S , L L C 25 0 0 N O R T H W I N D S P K W Y S T E 2 5 0 AL P H A R E T T A , G A 3 0 0 9 Ye s Y e s Y e s Y e s Y e s DU C K E T T D E S I G N G R O U P , I N C 16 3 2 W A R E A V E N U E EA S T P O I N T , G A 3 0 3 4 4 NI C H O L A S D I C K I N S O N & A S S O C 77 1 B R O A D S T S U I T E 2 0 0 AU G U S T A , G A 3 0 9 0 1 Ye s Y e s Y e s Y e s Y e s ST U D I O 3 D E S I G N G R O U P 16 1 7 W A L T O N W A Y AU G U S T A , G A 3 0 9 0 1 Ye s Y e s Y e s Y e s Y e s WO O D H U R S T P A R T N E R S 60 7 - 1 5 T H S T R E E T AU G U S T A , G A 3 0 9 0 1 Ye s Y e s Y e s Y e s Y e s CL E M O N S , R U T H E R F O R D & A S S O 20 2 7 T H O M A S V I L L E R O A D TA L L A H A S S E E , F L 3 2 3 0 8 BR P H , I N C 20 0 0 P O W E R S F E R R Y R D , S T E 6 0 0 MA R I E T T A , G A 3 0 0 6 7 LI N D S A Y , P O P E , B R A Y F I E L D , C L I F F 34 4 W E S T P I K E S T R E E T LA W R E N C E V I L L E , G A 3 0 0 4 6 KH A F R A 16 0 1 5 T H A V E N U E N BI R M I N G H A M , A L 3 5 2 0 3 Ye s Y e s Y e s Y e s Y e s CN N A A R C I T E C T S 11 9 L U C K I E S T . , N W - S U I T E 1 0 0 AT L A N T A , G A 3 0 3 0 3 CL A R K P A T T E R S O N L E E 35 0 T O W N C E N T E R A V E . , S U I T E 2 0 1 SU W A N E E , G A 3 0 0 2 4 Ye s Y e s Y e s Y e s Y e s 2K M A R C H I T E C T S 22 7 5 W R I G H T S B O R O R O A D AU G U S T A , G A 3 0 9 0 4 RF Q I t e m # 1 0 - 1 1 9 Ar c h i t e c t u r a l & E n g i n e e r i n g S e r v i c e s fo r t h e C i t y o f A u g u s t a - S h e r i f f ' s O f f i c e Bi d D u e : T h u r s d a y , J u n e 1 0 , 2 0 1 0 @ 3 : 0 0 p . m . 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(Approved by Engineering Services Committee August 9, 2010) Background:The Solid Waste Department currently uses a 3-axle gooseneck trailer for hauling equipment. This trailer is under-sized to safely carry all of our current equipment. This trailer is 16 years old and is due to be replaced. Analysis:Our current gooseneck trailer is too small and too old to safely carry all of our equipment. We are proposing the purchase of a new hydraulic detachable gooseneck trailer with the capacity to safely carry our equipment, afford us greater flexibility for growth with a 4th axle option, as well as a longer gooseneck for safer operation and weight distribution. The cost for the new trailer, with additional options inclusive, is $71,911.00. The Department recommends that we utilize the GMA lease program and lease the equipment over three years. Financial Impact:Adequate funds are available. The Department recommends transferring funds from 541-04-4210/5421110 to 631-00-0000/11-19114 GMA lease program. The approximate annual cost for 3 years will be $23,970.00. Alternatives:1. Approve the purchase of (1) hydraulic detachable gooseneck trailer from Yancey Bros., the lowest responsive bid, in an amount of $71,911.00 2. Do not approve the purchase. Recommendation:Approve the purchase of (1) hydraulic detachable gooseneck trailer from Yancey Bros., the lowest responsive bid, in an amount of $71,911.00 Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: Funds available in 631-00-0000-1119114 The -approximate annual lease cost for 3 years will be $23,970.00. REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Finance. Procurement. Cover Memo 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 11:00 a.m. Friday, June 25, 2010 for furnishing: Bid Item #10-133 Hydraulic Detachable Gooseneck Trailer for Solid Waste Department Bid Item #10-134 Waste handler Hydraulic Excavator for Solid Waste 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 the 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 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 15, 2010 by 5:00 p.m. 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, the certification statement as a local bidder and all supporting documents must be submitted to the Procurement Department 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. 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. 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. Augusta-Richmond County, Georgia does not operate a DBE, MBE or WBE Program but rather pursuant to its code of ordinances, this local government operates instead a Local Small Business Opportunity Program. GERI A. 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Br a n d Bi d I t e m # 1 0 - 1 3 3 Hy d r a u l i c D e t a c h a b l e G o o s e n e c k T r a i l e r fo r t h e C i t y o f A u g u s t a - S o l i d W a s t e D e p a r t m e n t Pa g e 2 o f 2 Attachment number 3Page 2 of 2 Attachment number 4Page 1 of 3 Attachment number 4Page 2 of 3 Attachment number 4Page 3 of 3 Commission Meeting Agenda 8/17/2010 5:00 PM Approve the recommended motions within the presentation “Solid Waste Disposal Contract, Recommendations for 2011” Department:Solid Waste Caption:Motion to approve allowing the Administrator to negotiate an extension to the current contract; advertise for bids for the menu of options submitted in today's recommendtions and then come back with an opportunity for the committee to select from the available options regarding the “Solid Waste Disposal Contract, Recommendations for 2011.” (Approved by Engineering Services Committee August 9, 2010) Background:The Solid Waste Department is in the final year of a five year solid waste collections contract. This contract has the option of being extended for two, one year extensions. The current contract (without exercising any extension) will expire on December 31, 2010. This contract has provided trash collection services for the majority of Richmond County. The service includes one 96-gallon trash cart and one recycle cart. The current service level Augusta provides includes twice per week household service, once per week recycling, yard waste, and bulky item pickup (including tires). Household services include one 96-gallon trash cart which is serviced two times per week – either Monday and Thursday or Tuesday and Friday. Recycling service is one time per week and the household is provided with one recycling cart to use for this service. The materials are not required to be separated – they can all be simply tossed into the cart and wheeled to the curb on the resident’s second day of collection. Yard Waste is currently serviced one time per week and includes a 5x5x10 area of any combination of kraft bags, 30-gallon cans, or bundles. Bulk waste service is also one time per week and includes items in a 5x5x10 area or less than 50 lbs. each. Bulk waste service also includes the pickup of two tires per household per week. Over the years, the cost of services has continued to rise. In the last 5 years, the cost to the household has increased by 9.4% or about 2% each year. The solid waste department continues to look for ways to reduce its overall costs. Analysis:Within the presentation there are a variety of concepts that have been generated off lessons learned. Foremost is the fact, that the solid waste department would like to extend the current contract by one year, utilizing one of the allowed extensions. This will allow the department to bid a “menu of services” and allow our elected officials time to determine the best overall service level to offer our citizens. We are proposing 4 different service packages, from very comprehensive services, to services which cover basic needs. We are also discussing the volume allowances of specific products. To consolidate the solid waste services, the department is also requesting to service the entire county, excluding Hephzibah and Blythe. We propose making services available to those cities on an all or none basis. The Cover Memo department is suggesting that we reduce services as it relates to both yard waste and bulk waste. We are proposing that yard waste must be containerized in kraft paper bags or resident supplied cans. Further, we are suggesting that bulk waste items be on a call-in basis. Additionally, we request that tires be handled through a tire drop off event, quarterly. The department also wants to put some control in the hands of the citizens when it comes to their trash bill. By offering discounts for smaller cans, and additional fees for additional cans, we would encourage recycling and reduce the amounts of materials received. Exemptions have been a historically difficult item to manage. We are recommending that we add one basic exemption. It would allow for an exemption if a properties utility usage was below a predetermined level to allow for home sales, security and renovations. This would complement the other exemptions already in place. The fee system needs to be addressed. Currently there are about 25% of our customers being charged millage plus a fee, and 75% of our customers being charged fees only. We believe that changing everybody to a fee only system is the most equitable system. We also are recommending that all parcels pay a service fee. This would allow for the removal of bulk waste from the properties. Financial Impact:None at this time. Alternatives:1. Approve the recommended motions within the presentation “Solid Waste Disposal Contract, Recommendations for 2011” 2. Do not approve. Recommendation:Approve the recommended motions within the presentation “Solid Waste Disposal Contract, Recommendations for 2011” Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: NA REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Finance. Law. Administrator. Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Attachment number 1Page 1 of 15 Attachment number 1Page 2 of 15 Attachment number 1Page 3 of 15 Attachment number 1Page 4 of 15 Attachment number 1Page 5 of 15 Attachment number 1Page 6 of 15 Attachment number 1Page 7 of 15 Attachment number 1Page 8 of 15 Attachment number 1Page 9 of 15 Attachment number 1Page 10 of 15 Attachment number 1Page 11 of 15 Attachment number 1Page 12 of 15 Attachment number 1Page 13 of 15 Attachment number 1Page 14 of 15 Attachment number 1Page 15 of 15 Commission Meeting Agenda 8/17/2010 5:00 PM Approve the recommended motions within the presentation “The CNG Plan, Strategy 2012”. Department:Solid Waste Caption:Motion to approve moving forward with the strategy and the recommendations as presented relating “The CNG Plan, Strategy 2012”. (Approved by Engineering Services Committee August 9, 2010) Background:In 2009 the EPD recommended that Augusta be designated as a nonattainment area for ozone. Augusta is barely in compliance with the current ground-level ozone standard of 75 parts per billion. Ozone is created when exhaust from vehicles, power plants, industry and other sources react in the presence of sunlight and high temperatures. Nonattainment decisions are based on three years of data. If Augusta becomes a nonattainment area, it could mean restrictions on industrial permitting, and have impacts on transportation funding. Augusta has created the Early Action Compact, which is the first plan in the state to attempt to address the sources of pollution in Augusta. This document works to outline areas where local efforts to limit pollution can have an effect on the nonattainment decision. The solid waste department has a contract for solid waste collection services. This contract serves approximately 60,000 homes in Augusta. This contract is currently serviced by diesel vehicles which not only contributes to higher overall operating costs, but also contributes significantly to the area ozone levels. With the expiration of this contract coming due, Augusta could require conversion of the garbage trucks to compressed natural gas (CNG) as part of our effort to maintain compliance and ultimately lower operating costs. Analysis:Should Augusta become designated as a nonattainment area, there are consequences. They can include impacts on economic development, as industries would be subject to more stringent permits. Nonattainment will also affect our citizens. Emission controls could be required on all vehicles, which would require an annual inspection and it typically creates a permanent outdoor burn ban. Local governments will also be affected. This could impact how we generate traffic patterns, get funding for transportation as well as require us to generate solutions to reduce emissions within our community. All of which cost money. Augusta has an opportunity to reduce emissions created on its solid waste collection contract. By requiring the solid waste fleets to operate on CNG, we will assist in creating a positive for Augusta. We are proposing to require all solid waste contract vehicles to operate on CNG. Augusta would build and make available a CNG facility for its contractors, government entities, as well as private industry. The benefits of CNG are numerous. CNG produces less N0x (smog). It also produces 90% less particulate matter (soot). CNG is readily available in the USA. Currently 98% of all natural gas is generated in the US. Overall, pricing of natural gas has been lower than diesel. This provides a long term Cover Memo savings for those operating on natural gas. When looking forward at futures pricing, diesel continues to be a more expensive fuel. Overall, CNG is cleaner, cheaper, and domestically available. Financial Impact:There is no financial impact at this time. However, looking forward, there are many options and strategies that could be employed to achieve this goal. If the solid waste department was going to self fund this project, it would recommend bonding the project. The project cost is likely to be under 2 million dollars. However, if Augusta did not want any out of pocket monies there are companies that will build the station and include the station cost into the cost per gallon for fuel. In the proposal, station costs were projected at $.66 cents per gallon equivalent. Even with this cost included, currently a diesel gallon equivalent of CNG is still $.59 cents per gallon less expensive. Therefore, there is a financial incentive to go to CNG. Alternatives:1. Approve the recommended motions within the presentation “The CNG Plan, Strategy 2012”. 2. Do not approve Recommendation:Approve the recommended motions within the presentation “The CNG Plan, Strategy 2012”. Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: NA REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Finance. Law. Administrator. Clerk of Commission Cover Memo The CNG Plan Strategy 2012 Augusta and Nonattainment •In 2009, EPD recommended Augusta be designated as a “nonattainment” area for ozone. •Augusta is barely in compliance with the current ground-level ozone standard of 75 ppb. •Ozone is created when exhaust from vehicles, power plants, industry, and other sources react in the presence of sunlight and high temps. •Nonattainment decisions are based on three years of data. •Nonattainment means that restrictions could be placed on industrial permitting and transportation funding. •Augusta’s Early Action Compact is the first plan in the state to attempt to address the sources of pollution in Augusta. •Local efforts to limit pollution can have an effect on the nonattainment decision. 8/3/2010 2 Effects of Nonattainment •Being designated as a nonattainment area would effect: –Economic development –industries would be subject to more stringent permits –Citizens –emission controls could be required on all vehicles, outdoor burn ban –Local Government & School Systems –additional expense of retrofitting buses, traffic patterns would change 8/3/2010 3 The Concept •Require all solid waste contract vehicles to operate on alternative fuels. •Build a CNG fueling station on government property. •Make the facility available to other government entities as well as private industry. •Design the system to allow for satellite locations using tube trailers. •Contract out the operations and maintenance of the station to a specialist. •Reinvest proceeds generated from the CNG sales back into County owned assets and infrastructure. 8/3/2010 4 Why CNG for Trash Trucks? •Captive audience provides a capital replacement program. •Haulers using Augusta CNG will pay back the capital cost of the program. •The solid waste industry has extensive knowledge of alternative fuels. •The waste industry has additional demand opportunity. •CNG is projected to be a lower cost fuel over the next contract period. •A CNG program offers Augusta additional contract options to facilitate managing long term contract costs. •CNG is better for the environment. •CNG pushes the solid waste collection program to the next level. 8/3/2010 5 Other Industries •Transportation –Public Transit –School Bus –Taxis •Local Fleets –FedEx, UPS, USPS –Yard tractors –Concrete and gravel trucks –Vending companies –Landscape companies –Local service fleets •Utilities –Power –Cable/phone –Gas companies •Government –Meter readers –Building/code inspectors –Inmate transport –Parks and Recreation –Solid Waste –Administrative 8/3/2010 6 8/3/2010 7 N0x Reduction: Less Smog Natural Gas NOx Treatment for Diesel Engines Diesel Emulsions Ethanol Blends Oxidations Catalysts for Diesel Engines Low Sulfer Diesel Biodiesel (B20) ≥85% 0-25%10-15% -5-0%2-6%0-3%Minimal PM Reduction: Less Soot ≥90% w/Cat 50-65% 15-20% 35-40% ~20% >85% ~20% Natural Gas PM Traps for Diesel Engines Diesel Emulsions Biodiesel (B20)Oxidations Catalysts for Diesel Engines Low Sulfer Diesel Ethanol Blends Greenhouse Gases O C O 23% GHG reduction compared to diesel fuel 30% GHG reduction compared to gasoline fuel CEC’s Well to Wheels Study Source: South Coast Air Quality Management District 2007 Air Quality Management Plan Summit Panel CNG Produces Significantly Less Smog and Soot 8/3/2010 8 Natural Gas 150+ Years of Domestic Reserves (70-80 Years Longer Than Oil)* World NG Reserves Estimated at 3x that of Oil Reduces Dependence on Foreign Oil 4% of Existing Supply will fuel 11 Million autos 20% of today’s use is for Power Generation –Could fuel 55 Million autos Bio-Methane available from Landfills, Agriculture & Wastewater *Based on Current Rate of Consumption Sources: EIA 2006, Clean Energy 98%Supplied From US and Canada Imported Large, Secure, Domestically Available Tax Credits 8/3/2010 9 President’s Energy Bill Tax Credits Effective January 1, 2006 GVWR < 8,500 lbs= $14,000 ($4,000 up to 80%) –Honda Civic, Ford Crown Victoria, Chevy Astro, GM SUVs GVWR 8,500-14,000 lbs= $16,000 ($8,000 up to 80%) –Ford F-150, 250, 350 Sierra/Silverado pickup, Express/E350 van GVWR 14,000-26,000 lbs= $20,000 (80% = $16,000) –Ford E450 or GM 8.1L shuttle bus GVWR > 26,000 lbs= $40,000 (80% = $32,000) –Dump Truck, Refuse Truck,Transit Bus, Street Sweeper Allows for up to 80% of incremental cost of dedicated natural gas vehicle based on vehicle’s GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) Historical Pricing 8/3/2010 10 Natural gas has been 25 -61% cheaper than Diesel over last 10 years Futures Pricing 8/3/2010 11 NG pricing includes $.66 cents per gallon equivalent for station financing. Benefits of CNG 8/3/2010 12 •Cleaner –Up to a 30% reduction in GHG using pipeline gas –88% reduction in GHG when using landfill gas –Cummins Westport ISL G engine meets 2010 EPA standards today! •Cheaper –Turnkey fueling cost, including infrastructure is $0.50 -$1.00 per gallon less than diesel depending on location –Grants, local, State and Federal can help cover incremental cost •Domestic –98% of natural gas servicing the U.S. is domestically produced –1 to 1 displacement to foreign oil•It Works!–CWI ISL G engine has 320 hp, 1000 lb ft torque, and outperforms diesel Benefits to Augusta 8/3/2010 13 Domestically Available Cleaner Cheaper CNG facility located in Georgia 8/3/2010 14 8/3/2010 15 Los Angeles International Airport Republic Services Waste Management Tube Trailers for remote fill locations Companies with CNG Options 8/3/2010 16 Engine Size: 9Liter / 320 HP /1,000 lb-ft Torque /CNG or LNG ISL G Recommended Motions 1.Approve the overall concept presented within this presentation. 2.Approve the Solid Waste Department to require that vehicles operated under the solid waste contract(s) operate on CNG. 3.Approve the Solid Waste Department to request proposals to design, build, operate and maintain a CNG fueling station(s). 8/3/2010 17 Commission Meeting Agenda 8/17/2010 5:00 PM Flood Land Acquisition Department:Clerk of Commission Caption:Motion to approve a request for $200,000 from SPLOST Recapture Funds to complete the purchase of repetitively flooded and floodprone properties in Brynwood Subdivision (Chelsea Drive) and Hollywood Subdivision. (Approved by Engineering Services Committee August 9, 2010) Background: Analysis: Financial Impact: Alternatives: Recommendation: Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Attachment number 1Page 1 of 2 Attachment number 1Page 2 of 2 Commission Meeting Agenda 8/17/2010 5:00 PM Manchester Subdivision Section Five Department:Engineering-Abie L. Ladson, PE, CPESC, Director Caption:Motion to approve the deeds of dedication, maintenance agreements, and road resolution submitted by the Engineering and Augusta Utilities Departments for Manchester Subdivision, Section Five. (Approved by Engineering Services Committee August 9, 2010) Background:The final plat for Section Five was approved by the Commission on April 20, 2010. The subdivision design and plat for this section, including the storm drain system, have been reviewed and accepted by our engineering staff and the construction has been reviewed by our inspectors. The Utilities Department has inspected and reviewed the water and sanitary sewer installations, and hereby requests acceptance of the utility deed. Analysis:These sections meet all codes, ordinances and standards. There are no wetlands or 100-year flood plain boundaries involved in these sections. Acceptance of said utility deed shall dedicate, as required, the water and sanitary sewer mains along with the applicable easements to Augusta, Georgia, for operation and maintenance. Financial Impact:By accepting this road and storm drainage installations into the County system and after the 18-month maintenance warranty by the developer/contractor for the roads and storm drainage has expired, all future maintenance and associated costs will be borne by Augusta, Georgia. By acceptance of the utility deed and maintenance agreement, all future maintenance and associated costs for water and sanitary sewer installations will be borne by Augusta, Georgia, and positive revenue will be generated from the sale of water and sanitary sewer taps and monthly billing of same. Alternatives:1. Approve the deeds of dedication, maintenance agreements, and road resolution submitted by the Engineering, and Augusta Utilities Departments for Manchester Subdivision, Section Five. 2. Do not approve and risk litigation. Recommendation:Approve Alternative Number One. Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: Not required at this time Cover Memo REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Finance. Law. Administrator. Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Attachment number 1Page 1 of 1 Attachment number 2Page 1 of 1 Attachment number 3Page 1 of 2 Attachment number 3Page 2 of 2 Attachment number 4Page 1 of 2 Attachment number 4Page 2 of 2 Attachment number 5Page 1 of 1 Attachment number 6Page 1 of 4 Attachment number 6Page 2 of 4 Attachment number 6Page 3 of 4 Attachment number 6Page 4 of 4 Attachment number 7Page 1 of 3 Attachment number 7Page 2 of 3 Attachment number 7Page 3 of 3 Commission Meeting Agenda 8/17/2010 5:00 PM Motion to Authorize Condemnation Department:Law Department Caption:Motion to authorize condemnation to acquire title of a portion of property for right of way, permanent easement and temporary easement for the Marvin Griffin Road Improvement Project, (Parcel 134-0-004-00-0) 1551 Marvin Griffin Road. (Approved by Engineering Services Committee August 9, 2010) Background:Despite repeated efforts, the City has been unable to identify proper corporate officials with whom to negotiate for this property and therefore seeks to acquire title through condemnation. In order to proceed and avoid further project delays, it is necessary to condemn a portion of subject property. The required property consists of 195 square feet of right of way, 282 square feet of permanent easement, and 4,758 square feet of temporary easement. The appraised value is $600.00. Analysis:Condemnation is necessary in order to acquire the required property. Financial Impact:The necessary costs will be covered under the project budget. Alternatives:Deny condemnation. Recommendation:Approve condemnation. Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: FUNDS ARE AVAILABLE IN THE FOLLOWING ACCOUNT: General Ledger 323-04-1110-54.11120 Job Ledger No. 2968236303-54.11120 REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Finance. Law. Administrator. Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Attachment number 1Page 1 of 1 Commission Meeting Agenda 8/17/2010 5:00 PM Motion to Authorize Condemnation Department:Law Caption:Motion to authorize condemnation to acquire title of a portion of property for permanent easement and temporary easement for the 50202 Horsepen Sanitary Sewer, Phase 2-B Project, PIN: 128-0-026-00-0, 2920 Tobacco Road. (Approved by Engineering Services Committee August 9, 2010) Background:The City has been unable to reach an agreement with Mr. C. Murray Williams, owner of Veterans Realty Company, Inc., and therefore seeks to acquire title through condemnation. In order to proceed and avoid further project delays, it is necessary to condemn a portion of subject property. The required property consists of 5,887 square feet of permanent easement, and 3,779 square feet of temporary easement. The appraised value is $8,304.00. Analysis:Condemnation is necessary in order to acquire the required property. Financial Impact:The necessary costs will be covered under the project budget. Alternatives:Deny condemnation. Recommendation:Approve condemnation. Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: FUNDS ARE AVAILABLE IN THE FOLLOWING ACCOUNT: General Ledger 511043420-5411120 Job Ledger No. 80250203-5411120 REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Finance. Law. Administrator. Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Attachment number 1Page 1 of 2 Attachment number 1Page 2 of 2 Attachment number 2Page 1 of 1 Commission Meeting Agenda 8/17/2010 5:00 PM Reynolds St Parking Deck Bid Package 1 Department:Public Services Department - Facilities Management Division Caption:Motion to provide authorization to R.J. Griffin to award Bid Package #1, in the amount of $4,327,611.12, which includes demolition, site clearing and grading underground utilities (storm, sanitary and water piping), auger cast piles, foundations, and Precast Concrete, for the new Reynolds Street Parking Deck. (Approved by Engineering Services Committee August 9, 2010) Background:R.J. Griffin was selected to be the Construction Manager @ Risk under Bid Item #10-039 for the Reynolds Street Parking Deck. The Design team, led by TVS and Studio 3, completed site work, foundations and structural bid documents in June, and bids were accepted and reviewed by R.J. Griffin, under the observation of the Procurement Department. Analysis:The following are the apparent lowest responsive, responsible bidders, as determined by R.J. Griffin to perform the work: Columbia Diversified or Traksouth – Site Clearing/Grading and Site Utilities (Storm, Sanitary, and Water) Berkel & Company or H&J Foundations – Auger Cast Piles Chesapeake Construction or Middle of Georgia – Concrete Foundations Metromont or Tindall – Precast Concrete The Scope of Work includes demolition, site clearing and grading underground utilities (storm, sanitary and water piping), auger cast piles, foundations, and Precast Concrete, and is within the budgeted amount that was estimated for this work. R.J. Griffin, in conjunction with the design and program management team, will provide oversight during this and subsequent phases of the project. Proceeding with this work now will allow construction to proceed in an expedited fashion, leading to quicker completion of the new Reynolds Street Parking Deck. Financial Impact:The amount for Bid Package #1 is a component of the Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP), which is scheduled to be established and approved in September, 2010. The total GMP is currently budgeted to not exceed $7,124,912.00. Alternatives:1. Provide authorization to R.J. Griffin to award Bid Package #1, in the amount of $4,327,611.12, which includes demolition, site clearing and grading underground utilities (storm, sanitary and water piping), auger cast piles, foundations, and Precast Concrete, for the new Reynolds Street Parking Deck. 2. Wait until the Guaranteed Maximum Price is established in September 2010, and delay the completion of the facility by two (2) months. Recommendation: Provide authorization to R.J. Griffin to award Bid Package #1, in the amount Cover Memo of $4,327,611.12, which includes demolition, site clearing and grading underground utilities (storm, sanitary and water piping), auger cast piles, foundations, and Precast Concrete, for the new Reynolds Street Parking Deck. Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: FUNDS ARE AVAILABLE IN ACCOUNT: GL – 325051130 JL 206351102 REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Finance. Procurement. Law. Administrator. Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Attachment number 1Page 1 of 15 Attachment number 1Page 2 of 15 Attachment number 1Page 3 of 15 Attachment number 1Page 4 of 15 Attachment number 1Page 5 of 15 Attachment number 1Page 6 of 15 Attachment number 1Page 7 of 15 Attachment number 1Page 8 of 15 Attachment number 1Page 9 of 15 Attachment number 1Page 10 of 15 Attachment number 1Page 11 of 15 Attachment number 1Page 12 of 15 Attachment number 1Page 13 of 15 Attachment number 1Page 14 of 15 Attachment number 1Page 15 of 15 Commission Meeting Agenda 8/17/2010 5:00 PM Minutes Department:Clerk of Commission Caption:Motion to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of the Commission held on August 3rd, Special Called and Legal meetings held August 9, 2010. Background: Analysis: Financial Impact: Alternatives: Recommendation: Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Commission Meeting Agenda 8/17/2010 5:00 PM Resolution authorizing the Settlement of Claim by Joseph E. Smith in condemnation lawsuit. Department:Law Caption:Resolution authorizing the settlement of the appeal filed by Joseph E. Smith, in the pending condemnation lawsuit styled Augusta, Georgia vs. Joseph E. Smith, et al., Civil Action File No. 2002-RCCV-717, for the payment of forty thousand dollars ($40,000.00) in addition to the earlier payment of $4,624.00 made into the registry of the Court on or about March 27, 2003; authorizing the County Administrator to disburse the amount of forty thousand dollars ($40,000.00) to the Clerk of Court to satisfy the consent final judgment to be entered in the case; waiving Augusta-Richmond County Code of Ordinances sections in conflict for this instance only; and for other purposes. Background:Condemnee Joseph E. Smith filed a notice of appeal on the amount of just and adequate compensation owed in the condemnation case styled Augusta, Georgia vs. Joseph E. Smith, et al., Civil Action File No. 2002-RCCV-717. A fter extensive investigation and discovery, both parties to said civil action desire to settle all claims. Analysis:Condemnee Smith has agreed to settle his claims against Augusta-Richmond County for the sum of forty thousand dollars ($40,000.00) in addition to the sum of $4,624.00 paid following a Special Master hearing in 2003. Financial Impact:$40,000.00 in addition to $4,626.00 previously paid. Alternatives:Decline to settle this case and proceed to trial. Recommendation:Authorize settlement. Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: Funds to be identified by administrator. REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Finance. Law. Administrator. Cover Memo RESOLUTION RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE SETTLEMENT OF THE APPEAL FILED BY JOSEPH E. SMITH, IN THE PENDING CONDEMNATION LAWSUIT STYLED AUGUSTA, GEORGIA VS. JOSEPH E. SMITH, et al., CIVIL ACTION FILE NO. 2002-RCCV-717, FOR THE PAYMENT OF FORTY THOUSAND DOLLARS ($40,000.00) IN ADDTION TO THE EARLIER PAYMENT OF $4,624.00 MADE INTO THE REGISTRY OF THE COURT ON OR ABOUT MARCH 27, 2003; AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR TO DISBURSE THE AMOUNT OF FORTY THOUSAND DOLLARS ($40,000.00) TO THE CLERK OF COURT TO SATISFY THE CONSENT FINAL JUDGMENT TO BE ENTERED IN THE CASE; WAIVING AUGUSTA-RICHMOND COUNTY CODE OF ORDINANCES SECTIONS IN CONFLICT FOR THIS INSTANCE ONLY; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES. WHEREAS, Condemnee Joseph E. Smith filed a notice of appeal on the amount of just and adequate compensation owed in the condemnation case styled Augusta, Georgia vs. Joseph E. Smith, et al., Civil Action File No. 2002-RCCV-717; and WHEREAS, after extensive investigation and discovery, both parties to said civil action desire to settle all claims; and WHEREAS, Condemnee Smith has agreed to settle his claims against Augusta- Richmond County for the sum of forty thousand dollars ($40,000.00) in addition to the sum of $4,624.00 paid following a Special Master hearing in 2003; and WHEREAS, it is in the best interests of Augusta-Richmond County to resolve this matter and pay an additional forty thousand dollars ($40,000.00) to Smith to settle this disputed and litigated matter; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Augusta-Richmond County Commission, Section 1: The Augusta-Richmond County Commission will settle the claims of Condemnee Joseph E. Smith for payment of the sum of forty thousand dollars ($40,000.00). Section 2: The County Administrator is authorized to pay a total sum of forty thousand dollars ($40,000.00) to the Clerk of Court to satisfy the Consent Final Judgment to be entered in this case. Attachment number 1Page 1 of 2 Settlement Resolution Joseph E. Smith Page 2 of 2 Section 3: To the extent that any section of the AUGUSTA, GA. CODE is in conflict herewith, that subsection is waived for this instance only. Adopted this ___ day of ___________, 2010. ___________________________ David S. Copenhaver As its Mayor Attest: ______________________________ Lena J. Bonner, Clerk of Commission Seal: CERTIFICATION The undersigned Clerk of Commission, Lena J. Bonner, hereby certifies that the foregoing Resolution was duly adopted by the Augusta-Richmond County Commission on____________________, 2010 and that such Resolution 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 Resolution which was approved and adopted in the foregoing meeting(s). ______________________________ Lena J. Bonner, Clerk of Commission Attachment number 1Page 2 of 2 Commission Meeting Agenda 8/17/2010 5:00 PM Affidavit Department:Clerk of Commission 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