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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2012-04-17-Meeting Agenda Commission Meeting Agenda Commission Chamber 4/17/2012 5:00 PM INVOCATION: Dr. Dwayne Carter, Pastor, Calvary Baptist Church. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA. Five (5) minute time limit per delegation DELEGATIONS A. Mr. Douglas Higgon, Regional Manager, Global Spectrum. RE: Update on current and upcoming activities/events at the James Brown Arena. (Requested by Commissioner Matt Aitken) Attachments CONSENT AGENDA (Items 1-29) PLANNING 1. Z-12-19 – A request for concurrence with the Augusta Georgia Planning Commission to approve a petition by Pillon Communities requesting a Special Exception to establish a sales office in Willhaven subdivision per Section 8-2 (f) affecting property containing .17 acres and known as 2201 Huntcliffe Drive. (Tax Map 065-4-095-00-0) DISTRICT 3 Attachments 2. Z-12-28 – A request for concurrence with the Augusta Georgia Planning Commission to approve a petition by Gwen Fulcher Young, on behalf of Bonnie Newman Richey, requesting a change of zoning from Zone R-1 (One-family Residential) to Zone B-2 (General Business) affecting property containing .49 acres and known as 115 Davant Street (Tax Map 010-0-010-00-0) DISTRICT 7 Attachments 3. Z-12-29 - A request for concurrence with the Augusta Georgia Planning Commission to approve with the condition that the transition house be limited to youths between the ages of 6-18; a petition by Richard Johnson requesting a Special Exception to establish Transition Housing in a P-1 (Professional) Zone per Section 20-2 (b) and Section 26-1 (g) of the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance for Augusta Georgia affecting property containing 1.85 acres and known as 1509 Brown Road. (Tax Map 214-0-006-04-0) DISTRICT 8 Attachments 4. Z-12-30 – A request for concurrence with the Augusta Georgia Planning Commission to approve a petition by Dallas Simon Jr. requesting a change of zoning from Zone B-1 (Neighborhood Business) to Zone B- 2 (General Business) affecting property containing .28 acres and known as 2225 Wheeless Road. (Tax Map 070-1-049-00-0) DISTRICT 5 Attachments 5. Z-12-31- A request for concurrence with the Augusta Georgia Planning Commission to approve a petition by Arlo Burnett requesting a change of zoning from Zone B-1 (Neighborhood Business) to Zone B-2 (General Business) affecting property containing .82 acres and known as 2019 Old Savannah Road. (Tax Map 072-4-126-00-0) DISTRICT2 Attachments 6. ZA-R-211 – A request for concurrence with the Augusta Georgia Planning Commission to approve a petition to amend Section 15 (Two – family Residential) of the Augusta, Georgia Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance by deleting Section 15-2 (a). Attachments 7. ZA-R-212 – A request for concurrence with the Augusta Georgia Planning Commission to approve a petition to amend Section 16 (Multiple-family Residential) of the Augusta, Georgia Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance by deleting Section 16-2 (b) and (c) and relocating them in their entirety to Section 16-1 (c) and (d) allowing single-family attached dwellings and condominiums to be developed as permitted uses under certain criteria and to allow family personal care homes as a permitted use. Attachments PUBLIC SERVICES 8. Motion to deny New Ownership Application: A. N. 12 - 14: request by Tyrone Davis for an on premise consumption Liquor, Beer & Wine Attachments license to be used in connection with Cloud Nine Bar & Grill located at 3156 Wrightsboro Rd. There will be Dance. District 5. Super District 9. (Approved by Public Services Committee April 9, 2012) 9. Motion to approve New Ownership Application: A. N. 12 - 15: request by Falguni Patel for a retail package Beer & Wine license to be used in connection with Pratham Food Mart, LLC located at 2723 Washington Rd. District 7. Super District 10. (Approved by Public Services Committee April 9, 2012) Attachments 10. Motion to approve Amendment 4 that modifies the Agreement for professional service dated 2nd day of November, 2006, between the Owner: Augusta, Georgia, a political subdivision of the State of Georgia, acting by and through the Richmond County Commission; and the Design Consultant: KSGW Architects, LLC, for the Professional Services known as Architectural Design Services for Expansion of the Webster Detention Center, Augusta, Georgia. (Approved by Public Services Committee April 9, 2012) Attachments 11. Motion to approve award of bid item #12-122, Diamond Lakes Outdoor Multipurpose Court Facility, to Blair Construction in the amount of $342,425.92. (Approved by Public Services Committee April 9, 2012) Attachments 12. Motion to approve the Dollar/Thrifty Rent-A-Car Lease Agreement which was approved by the Augusta Aviation Commission at their March 29, 2012 meeting. (Approved by Public Services Committee April 9, 2012) Attachments 13. Motion to approve the Eighth Amendment to the Lease at the Augusta Soccer Park between the Augusta Arsenal Soccer Club and Augusta, Georgia. (Approved by Public Services Committee April 9, 2012) Attachments 14. Motion to approve amendments to Augusta-Richmond County Code, Title 6, Chapter 5, by adding Sections 9 – 15, to provide regulations for operating Food Trucks. (Approved by Public Services Committee April 9 2012) Attachments 15. Motion to approve naming of the Arts Council as the Public Art Agency for the City of Augusta and tasking the Administrator, Ms. Durant, and Attorney with developing a mission statement and a set of bylaws for the agency to serve in this capacity. (Approved by Public Services Committee April 9, 2012) Attachments 16. Motion to approve the Hall Marketing Option #2, renewal of their current contract for one year, which was approved by the Augusta Aviation Commission at their March 29, 2012 meeting. (Approved by Public Services Committee April 9, 2012) Attachments 17. Motion to approve Seabury APG Contract Renewal Option #2 which was approved by the Augusta Aviation Commission at their March 29, 2012 meeting. (Approved by Public Services Committee April 9, 2012) Attachments PUBLIC SAFETY 18. Motion to approve moving forward with using University Health Services as the vendor for Baseline Annual & Pre Employment Medical Exams for the Augusta, GA Fire Department. (Approved by Public Safety Committee April 9, 2012) Attachments FINANCE 19. Motion to approve FY 2012 Budget for Planning Division of the Planning and Development Department. (Approved by Finance Committee April 9, 2012) Attachments 20. Motion to approve the FTA 5303 Metropolitan Transportation Planning Grant.(Approved by Finance Committee April 9, 2012) Attachments ENGINEERING SERVICES 21. Motion to approve Emergency clean-up services from the February 24, 2012 storm in the amount of 46,000.00 funded from General Fund contingency account as requested by the AED. Also approve I) SITEC, LLC; II) Big Dog Stump; and III) Southern Tree Care, Inc. to provide Attachments required emergency services as determined by the AED. (Approved by Engineering Services Committee April 9, 2012) 22. Motion to approve Final Adoption of the Hazard Mitigation Plan Update for Augusta, GA. (Approved by Engineering Services Committee April 9, 2012) Attachments 23. Motion to approve the notification of the award of a contract with Blair Construction, Inc. for services associated with construction of the Jamestown Sanitary Sewer Phase III-A Project under the Task Order Program for Infrastructure RFQ #11-130 in the amount of $102,100.84. Bid item #12-136. (Approved by Engineering Services Committee April 9, 2012) Attachments 24. Motion to approve application to erect a monument at 4th Street and Broad Street subject to the exact location and the approval of the Traffic Engineering and Recreation Departments. (Approved by Engineering Services Committee April 9, 2012) Attachments 25. Motion to approve a Lease Agreement with Thompson Farms for a 29 acre portion of the Big Farm property. (Approved by Engineering Services Committee April 9, 2012) Attachments 26. Motion to approve Proposal from Dewberry and Davis to perform Utilities Meter Reading Optimization and Route Analysis. (Approved by Engineering Services Committee April 9, 2012) Attachments 27. Motion to approve the proposal from Cavanaugh and Associates to develop Water Efficiency Program. (Approved by Engineering Services Committee April 9, 2012) Attachments 28. Motion to authorize the Engineering Department to enter into an agreement with Jack L. Minor Realty Company for the purpose of preparing the appraisals on the Windsor Spring Road Phase V Project, from State Route 88 in Hephzibah to Willis Foreman Road, CPB #323- 04-299823786, at a cost of $159,500. Funds are available in the project Attachments Right of Way account for the Engineering Department. (Approved by Engineering Services Committee April 9, 2012) PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS 29. Motion to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of the Commission held March 28, 2012 and the Special Called Meeting held on April 9, 2012. Attachments ****END CONSENT AGENDA**** AUGUSTA COMMISSION 4/17/2012 AUGUSTA COMMISSION REGULAR AGENDA 4/17/2012 (Items 30-33) ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES 30. Consider approval of the final negotiated contract with Automatic Data Processing (ADP). (Deferred from the March 28, 2011 Commission Meeting) Attachments 31. Approve the repayment of $344,233.50 from the General Fund to the Augusta Housing and Community Development's HOME Account by April 20, 2012 due to the determination by the U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development that funding in the amount of $52,105.00 provided to 30901 Development Corporation in 2007 to put fencing around its development on Augusta Avenue was ineligible and that funding in the amount of $292,128.50 provided to East Augusta CDC (to purchase lots in Marion Homes) in 2006 was unable to yield completed housing projects within the allotted time frame. Attachments 32. Consider approval of a Memorandum of Understanding with the University of Phoenix regarding a partnership recommendation for solutions to assist the city in meeting workforce education goals. Attachments Upcoming Meetings www.augustaga.gov 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 4/17/2012 5:00 PM Invocation Department: Caption:Dr. Dwayne Carter, Pastor, Calvary Baptist Church. Background: Analysis: Financial Impact: Alternatives: Recommendation: Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Cover Memo Item # 1 Commission Meeting Agenda 4/17/2012 5:00 PM Global Spectrum Department: Caption:Mr. Douglas Higgon, Regional Manager, Global Spectrum. RE: Update on current and upcoming activities/events at the James Brown Arena. (Requested by Commissioner Matt Aitken) Background: Analysis: Financial Impact: Alternatives: Recommendation: Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Cover Memo Item # 2 Commission Meeting Agenda 4/17/2012 5:00 PM Z-12-19 Department:Planning and Development Caption: Z-12-19 – A request for concurrence with the Augusta Georgia Planning Commission to approve a petition by Pillon Communities requesting a Special Exception to establish a sales office in Willhaven subdivision per Section 8-2 (f) affecting property containing .17 acres and known as 2201 Huntcliffe Drive. (Tax Map 065-4-095-00-0) DISTRICT 3 Background: Analysis: Financial Impact: Alternatives: Recommendation: Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Item # 3 Commission Meeting Agenda 4/17/2012 5:00 PM Z-12-28 Department:Planning and Development Caption: Z-12-28 – A request for concurrence with the Augusta Georgia Planning Commission to approve a petition by Gwen Fulcher Young, on behalf of Bonnie Newman Richey, requesting a change of zoning from Zone R-1 (One-family Residential) to Zone B-2 (General Business) affecting property containing .49 acres and known as 115 Davant Street (Tax Map 010-0-010-00-0) DISTRICT 7 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 4/17/2012 5:00 PM Z-12-29 Department:Planning and Development Caption: Z-12-29 - A request for concurrence with the Augusta Georgia Planning Commission to approve with the condition that the transition house be limited to youths between the ages of 6-18; a petition by Richard Johnson requesting a Special Exception to establish Transition Housing in a P-1 (Professional) Zone per Section 20-2 (b) and Section 26-1 (g) of the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance for Augusta Georgia affecting property containing 1.85 acres and known as 1509 Brown Road. (Tax Map 214-0-006-04-0) 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 # 5 Commission Meeting Agenda 4/17/2012 5:00 PM Z-12-30 Department:Planning and Development Caption: Z-12-30 – A request for concurrence with the Augusta Georgia Planning Commission to approve a petition by Dallas Simon Jr. requesting a change of zoning from Zone B-1 (Neighborhood Business) to Zone B-2 (General Business) affecting property containing .28 acres and known as 2225 Wheeless Road. (Tax Map 070-1-049-00-0) DISTRICT 5 Background: Analysis: Financial Impact: Alternatives: Recommendation: Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Item # 6 Commission Meeting Agenda 4/17/2012 5:00 PM Z-12-31 Department:Planning and Development Caption: Z-12-31- A request for concurrence with the Augusta Georgia Planning Commission to approve a petition by Arlo Burnett requesting a change of zoning from Zone B-1 (Neighborhood Business) to Zone B-2 (General Business) affecting property containing .82 acres and known as 2019 Old Savannah Road. (Tax Map 072-4-126-00-0) DISTRICT2 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 4/17/2012 5:00 PM ZA-R-211 Department:Planning and Development Caption: ZA-R-211 – A request for concurrence with the Augusta Georgia Planning Commission to approve a petition to amend Section 15 (Two –family Residential) of the Augusta, Georgia Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance by deleting Section 15-2 (a). Background: Analysis: Financial Impact: Alternatives: Recommendation: Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Item # 8 ORDINANCE ______ An Ordinance to amend the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance adopted by the Augusta-Richmond County Commission effective September 16, 1997 by amending Section 15 (Zone R-2 Two-family Residential) THE AUGUSTA COMMISSION HEREBY ORDAINS: SECTIO I. That the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance is amended by deleting the following language in Section 15-2 (a) (a) Single-family attached dwellings and condominiums developed in accordance with Section 13 of this Ordinance, provided that the density of dwellings shall not exceed the regulations set forth in Section 15-4 (b) of this Ordinance. SECTIO II . 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 __________________, 2012. __________________________________________ MAYOR, AUGUSTA COMMISSION AUGUSTA, GEORGIA ATTEST: ________________________________________ LENA BONNER, CLERK First Reading: ____________________________ Second Reading: __________________________ Attachment number 1 \nPage 1 of 1 Item # 8 Commission Meeting Agenda 4/17/2012 5:00 PM ZA-R-212 Department:Planning and Development Caption: ZA-R-212 – A request for concurrence with the Augusta Georgia Planning Commission to approve a petition to amend Section 16 (Multiple-family Residential) of the Augusta, Georgia Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance by deleting Section 16-2 (b) and (c) and relocating them in their entirety to Section 16-1 (c) and (d) allowing single-family attached dwellings and condominiums to be developed as permitted uses under certain criteria and to allow family personal care homes as a permitted use. Background: Analysis: Financial Impact: Alternatives: Recommendation: Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Item # 9 ORDINANCE ______ An Ordinance to amend the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance adopted by the Augusta-Richmond County Commission effective September 16, 1997 by amending Section 16 (Zone R-3A - Multiple-family Residential) THE AUGUSTA COMMISSION HEREBY ORDAINS: SECTIO I. That the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance is amended by deleting in their entirety the following language in Section 16-2 (b) and (c) (Special Exception) (b) Single-family attached dwellings and condominiums developed in accordance with Section 13 of this Ordinance, provided that the density of dwellings shall not exceed the regulations set forth in Section 16-5 (a) of this Ordinance. (c) Family personal care homes subject to the criteria established in Section 26 of this Ordinance. SECTIO II. That the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance is amended by relocating in their entirety above language to Section 16-1 (c) and (d) (Permitted Uses) (c) Single-family attached dwellings and condominiums developed in accordance with Section 13 of this Ordinance, provided that the density of dwellings shall not exceed the regulations set forth in Section 16-5 (a) of this Ordinance. (d) Family personal care homes subject to the criteria established in Section 26 of this Ordinance. SECTIO III . 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 __________________, 2012. __________________________________________ MAYOR, AUGUSTA COMMISSION AUGUSTA, GEORGIA ATTEST: Attachment number 1 \nPage 1 of 2 Item # 9 ________________________________________ LENA BONNER, CLERK First Reading: ____________________________ Second Reading: __________________________ Attachment number 1 \nPage 2 of 2 Item # 9 Commission Meeting Agenda 4/17/2012 5:00 PM Alcohol Application Department:Planning & Development Caption:Motion to deny New Ownership Application: A. N. 12 - 14: request by Tyrone Davis for an on premise consumption Liquor, Beer & Wine license to be used in connection with Cloud Nine Bar & Grill located at 3156 Wrightsboro Rd. There will be Dance. District 5. Super District 9. (Approved by Public Services Committee April 9, 2012) Background:The former majority owner Shalanda Crawford is transferring the controling interest to Mr Davis in order to reorganize the business and address the problems they were having. Analysis:The applicant meets the requirements of the City of Augusta's Alcohol Ordinance. Financial Impact:The applicant will pay a fee of $4,566.00. Alternatives: Recommendation:Planning & Development recommends approval with a 6 month probationary period. The RCSO recommends approval with 6 month probationary period. Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Finance. Law. Administrator. Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Item # 10 Attachment number 1 \nPage 1 of 2 Item # 10 Attachment number 1 \nPage 2 of 2 Item # 10 Commission Meeting Agenda 4/17/2012 5:00 PM Alcohol Application Department:Planning & Development Caption:Motion to approve New Ownership Application: A. N. 12 - 15: request by Falguni Patel for a retail package Beer & Wine license to be used in connection with Pratham Food Mart, LLC located at 2723 Washington Rd. District 7. Super District 10. (Approved by Public Services Committee April 9, 2012) Background:This is a new ownership application. Analysis:The applicant meets the requirements of the City of Augusta's Alcohol Ordinance. Financial Impact:The applicant will pay a fee of $1270.00. Alternatives: Recommendation:Planning & Development recommends approval. The RCSO recommends approval. Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Finance. Law. Administrator. Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Item # 11 Attachment number 1 \nPage 1 of 2 Item # 11 Attachment number 1 \nPage 2 of 2 Item # 11 Commission Meeting Agenda 4/17/2012 5:00 PM Architectural Design Services for Expansion of the Webster Detention Center, Augusta, Georgia. Department:Tom F. Beck, Director, Recreation, Parks and Facilities Caption:Motion to approve Amendment 4 that modifies the Agreement for professional service dated 2nd day of November, 2006, between the Owner: Augusta, Georgia, a political subdivision of the State of Georgia, acting by and through the Richmond County Commission; and the Design Consultant: KSGW Architects, LLC, for the Professional Services known as Architectural Design Services for Expansion of the Webster Detention Center, Augusta, Georgia. (Approved by Public Services Committee April 9, 2012) Background:This Amendment will compensate the Design Consultant for Additional Services for the Webster Detention Center Expansion for the Sheriff’s Office staff and operation of the facility. The construction of the renovations and additions to the Webster Detention Center was approved by the Commission on November 5, 2008. Analysis:This Amendment compensates the Design Consultant for Additional Services incurred during the period of construction for professional services not covered by the basic services agreement for the additional labor provided for: 1.) professional services performed beyond the construction contract date; 2.) professional services performed for unforeseen conditions and; 3.) professional services performed for additional scope of work requested by the Owner. Financial Impact:This Amendment amount for $270,004.17 will be funded by the project’s budget. The budget is adequate to cover the cost of this Amendment. Alternatives:1. Approve the Amendment for $270,004.17 for additional Design Consultant additional professional services. 2. Not approve the Amendment. Recommendation:1. Approve the Amendment for $270,004.17 for additional Design Cover Memo Item # 12 Consultant for additional professional services. Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: Jail Expansion: GL – 325-05-1130 / 206351101 REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Finance. Procurement. Law. Administrator. Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Item # 12 Attachment number 1 \nPage 1 of 1 Item # 12 Attachment number 2 \nPage 1 of 1 Item # 12 Commission Meeting Agenda 4/17/2012 5:00 PM Diamond Lakes Outdoor Court Complex Department:Tom F. Beck, Director, Recreation, Parks and Facilities Caption:Motion to approve award of bid item #12-122, Diamond Lakes Outdoor Multipurpose Court Facility, to Blair Construction in the amount of $342,425.92. (Approved by Public Services Committee April 9, 2012) Background:SPLOST VI funds were approved for improvements to Diamond Lakes Regional Park. Part of the improvement plan is to construct a three (3) court outdoor multipurpose/basketball complex with associated parking. Analysis:Ten (10) vendors attended a mandatory pre-bid conference to have the opportunity to bid on this project. A total of five (5) bids were received that were compliant with the procurement code. Based upon consultation with staff and our engineers, we are recommending the award to Blair Construction for $342,425.92 as the lowest qualified bidder meeting specifications. Financial Impact:Funding is secured through SPLOST VI Diamond Lakes Regional Park. Alternatives:1. Approve the award of bid on item #12-122 to Blair Construction in the amount of $342,425.92. 2. Move No Action thus delaying improvements to Diamond Lakes Regional Park. Recommendation:1. To Approve Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: 328061110 - 211066401 REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Cover Memo Item # 13 Finance. Procurement. Law. Administrator. Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Item # 13 Invitation to Bid Sealed bids will be received at this office on Friday, March 2, 2012 @ 11:00 a.m. for furnishing: Bid Item 12-122 Diamond Lakes Basketball Facility for Recreation, Parks & Facilities 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 ARC Augusta. The fees for the plans and specifications which are non-refundable is $15.00. 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.e-arc.com) at no charge through ARC Augusta (706 724-7924) beginning Thursday, January 26, 2012. 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 acquisition 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, February 17, 2012 @ 11:00 a.m. in the Procurement Department, 530 Greene Street, Room 605. A mandatory site visit will follow. All questions must be submitted in writing by fax to 706 821-2811 or by email to procbidandcontract@augustaga.gov to the office of the Procurement Department by Monday, February 20, 2012 @ 5:00 P.M. No bid will be accepted by fax, all must be received by mail or hand delivered. 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 along with the bidders’ qualifications; a 100% performance bond and a 100% payment bond will be required for award. Invitation for bids and specifications. 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. All requests to waive or modify any such material condition shall be submitted through the Procurement Director to the appropriate committee of the Augusta, Georgia Commission for approval by the Augusta, Georgia Commission. Please mark BID number on the outside of the envelope. Bidders are cautioned that acquisition of BID documents through any source other than the office of the Procurement Department is not advisable. Acquisition of BID documents from unauthorized sources places the bidder at the risk of receiving incomplete or inaccurate information upon which to base his qualifications. GERI A. SAMS, Procurement Director Augusta Chronicle January 26, February 2, 9, 16, 2012 Metro Courier February 1, 2012 cc: Tameka Allen Deputy Administrator Tom Beck Recreation, Parks & Facilities Rick Acree Recreation, Parks & Facilities Revised: 8/15/2011 Attachment number 1 \nPage 1 of 1 Item # 13 VENDORS Attachment B E-Verify # Bid Bond Addendum 1-3 Base Bid Add Alternate A1 Add Alternate 5A Blair Construction P. O. Box 770 Evans, GA 30809 Yes 224004 Yes Yes $342,425.92 $81,375.00 $82,185.60 Ammar Construction 4211 Smith Field Creek Evans, GA 30809 Sitec, LLC 217 Fairfield Street, NE Aiken, SC 29801 Continental Construction 4190 Crosstown Court Evans, GA 30809 Yes 59451 Yes Yes $374,831.94 $83,000.00 $78,000.00 Construction Perfected Inc 587 Cherry Avenue North Augusta, SC 29841 Better Home Bureau 806 Oracle Drive Lawrenceville, GA 30043 Mabus Brothers Construction 920 Molly Pond Road Augusta, GA 30901 Yes 91818 Yes Yes $382,982.23 $53,537.00 $85,491.20 Contract Management 1827 Killingsworth Road Augusta, GA 30904 Ed Castro Landscape 1125 Old Ellis Road Roswell, GA 30076 Yes 219867 Yes Yes $411,095.00 $83,000.00 $103,000.00 S. D. Clifton Construction 4324 Wheeler Road Martinez, GA 30907 Yes 212153 Yes Yes $442,000.00 $75,000.00 -$72,000.00 Bid Item #12-122 Diamond Lakes Basketaball Facility for Augusta, Georgia - Recreation, Parks & Facilities Department Bid Due: Thursday, March 15, 2012 @ 3:00 p.m. Page 1 of 1 Attachment number 2 \nPage 1 of 1 Item # 13 Attachment number 3 \nPage 1 of 2 Item # 13 Attachment number 3 \nPage 2 of 2 Item # 13 Attachment number 4 \nPage 1 of 2 Item # 13 Attachment number 4 \nPage 2 of 2 Item # 13 Attachment number 5 \nPage 1 of 1 Item # 13 Attachment number 6 \nPage 1 of 3 Item # 13 Attachment number 6 \nPage 2 of 3 Item # 13 Attachment number 6 \nPage 3 of 3 Item # 13 Commission Meeting Agenda 4/17/2012 5:00 PM Dollar/Thrifty Rent-A-Car Lease Agreement Department:Augusta Regional Airport Caption:Motion to approve the Dollar/Thrifty Rent-A-Car Lease Agreement which was approved by the Augusta Aviation Commission at their March 29, 2012 meeting. (Approved by Public Services Committee April 9, 2012) Background:Since construction of terminal building, the airport has been operating under a temporary agreement with current rental car agencies. Staff has consulted with representatives from each rental car agency regarding updating of rental agreements and Thrifty Rental Car has returned signed agreement for approval. Analysis:Airport staff has updated the all rental car agreements which will allow Dollar/Thrifty – GSP Transportation, Inc. d/b/a Thrifty Rent-A-Car to operate on site at the airport. Once the 3 (three) year agreement expires it is the desire of airport staff to competitively bid the counter and office space, and the ready return spaces. Financial Impact:The 3 (three) year agreement with Dollar/Thrifty will generate the following revenue streams for the airport: 1. Commission on rental car gross revenue – $5,000 or 10% whichever is greater on a monthly basis 2. Counter Space Terminal Area – $13,300.00/year or $1,108.33/month or $35/sq ft on 380sq ft 3. Ready Return Area – $345/mo for 23 spaces or $15/space and $150/mo Overflow Parking 4. Car Wash Facilities - $100/mo shared location Air Cargo Building Alternatives:Deny request. Recommendation:Approve the Dollar/Thrifty – GSP Transportation, Inc. d/b/a Thrifty Rent-A-Car Lease Agreement. Funds are Available in the Following 551 08 1101/3492403 3492404 3492405 2492408 Cover Memo Item # 14 Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Finance. Law. Administrator. Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Item # 14 Attachment number 1 \nPage 1 of 44 Item # 14 Attachment number 1 \nPage 2 of 44 Item # 14 Attachment number 1 \nPage 3 of 44 Item # 14 Attachment number 1 \nPage 4 of 44 Item # 14 Attachment number 1 \nPage 5 of 44 Item # 14 Attachment number 1 \nPage 6 of 44 Item # 14 Attachment number 1 \nPage 7 of 44 Item # 14 Attachment number 1 \nPage 8 of 44 Item # 14 Attachment number 1 \nPage 9 of 44 Item # 14 Attachment number 1 \nPage 10 of 44 Item # 14 Attachment number 1 \nPage 11 of 44 Item # 14 Attachment number 1 \nPage 12 of 44 Item # 14 Attachment number 1 \nPage 13 of 44 Item # 14 Attachment number 1 \nPage 14 of 44 Item # 14 Attachment number 1 \nPage 15 of 44 Item # 14 Attachment number 1 \nPage 16 of 44 Item # 14 Attachment number 1 \nPage 17 of 44 Item # 14 Attachment number 1 \nPage 18 of 44 Item # 14 Attachment number 1 \nPage 19 of 44 Item # 14 Attachment number 1 \nPage 20 of 44 Item # 14 Attachment number 1 \nPage 21 of 44 Item # 14 Attachment number 1 \nPage 22 of 44 Item # 14 Attachment number 1 \nPage 23 of 44 Item # 14 Attachment number 1 \nPage 24 of 44 Item # 14 Attachment number 1 \nPage 25 of 44 Item # 14 Attachment number 1 \nPage 26 of 44 Item # 14 Attachment number 1 \nPage 27 of 44 Item # 14 Attachment number 1 \nPage 28 of 44 Item # 14 Attachment number 1 \nPage 29 of 44 Item # 14 Attachment number 1 \nPage 30 of 44 Item # 14 Attachment number 1 \nPage 31 of 44 Item # 14 Attachment number 1 \nPage 32 of 44 Item # 14 Attachment number 1 \nPage 33 of 44 Item # 14 Attachment number 1 \nPage 34 of 44 Item # 14 Attachment number 1 \nPage 35 of 44 Item # 14 Attachment number 1 \nPage 36 of 44 Item # 14 Attachment number 1 \nPage 37 of 44 Item # 14 Attachment number 1 \nPage 38 of 44 Item # 14 Attachment number 1 \nPage 39 of 44 Item # 14 Attachment number 1 \nPage 40 of 44 Item # 14 Attachment number 1 \nPage 41 of 44 Item # 14 Attachment number 1 \nPage 42 of 44 Item # 14 Attachment number 1 \nPage 43 of 44 Item # 14 Attachment number 1 \nPage 44 of 44 Item # 14 Commission Meeting Agenda 4/17/2012 5:00 PM Eighth Amendment to Lease at the Augusta Soccer Park between the Augusta Arsenal Soccer Club and Augusta, Georgia Department:Tom F. Beck, Director, Recreation, Parks and Facilities Caption:Motion to approve the Eighth Amendment to the Lease at the Augusta Soccer Park between the Augusta Arsenal Soccer Club and Augusta, Georgia. (Approved by Public Services Committee April 9, 2012) Background:Augusta Soccer Park, owned by Augusta, Georgia and a facility within the Recreation, Park and Facilities system, has been leased for operation to the Augusta Arsenal Soccer Club since 1996. The Soccer Club has done an outstanding job operating the facility during this timeframe as well as overseeing the capital improvement projects that have taken place through the SPLOST program. Within the current Phase VI of SPLOST, $150,000 has been approved for improvements to this facility. In addition, the amendment provides for the annual maintenance and operation of which the payment schedule from the Lessor to the Lessee is included. Analysis:An allocation has been approved for $150,000 from SPLOST Phase VI for improvements to the Soccer Park. Staff from the Recreation, Parks and Facilities Department, along with the Board of Directors with the Augusta Arsenal Soccer Club, has agreed to the proposed improvements as attached, in addition to the $50,000 annual payment from Augusta, Georgia to the Augusta Arsenal Soccer Club, Inc. Financial Impact:Funding is in place from the SPLOST Phase VI list of approved projects as well as the 2012 operating budget for annual maintenance and operations. Alternatives:1. To approve the Eighth Amendment to Lease between the Augusta Arsenal Soccer Club and Augusta, Georgia. 2. Move no action thus delaying to the agreed upon improvements and ongoing maintenance required at the Augusta Soccer Park. Cover Memo Item # 15 Recommendation:1. To Approve Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: SPLOST VI Funds 101061473 - 5721110 REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Finance. Law. Administrator. Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Item # 15 Attachment number 1 \nPage 1 of 5 Item # 15 Attachment number 1 \nPage 2 of 5 Item # 15 Attachment number 1 \nPage 3 of 5 Item # 15 Attachment number 1 \nPage 4 of 5 Item # 15 Attachment number 1 \nPage 5 of 5 Item # 15 Commission Meeting Agenda 4/17/2012 5:00 PM Food Truck Vendor Department:Planning and Development Caption:Motion to approve amendments to Augusta-Richmond County Code, Title 6, Chapter 5, by adding Sections 9 – 15, to provide regulations for operating Food Trucks. (Approved by Public Services Committee April 9 2012) Background:Food Trucks, self-contained restaurants on wheels, are a growing trend in other large cities and there is interest in operating food trucks in Augusta. With permission from the property owner, Food Truck vendors would be allowed to park on private property that is zoned commercial. Customers walk up to the window and order their food to go, or may eat at the site. The menu can vary from sandwiches to gourmet type meals. Analysis:The approval of the proposed ordinance will allow entrepreneurs who are interested in venturing into the Food Truck business the opportunity to do so with regulations that will benefit the vendor, existing brick and mortar restaurants, customers, the general public and the city of Augusta… The vendor will be required to comply with Health Department regulations for the preparation and serving of food, the Fire Department for safety issues, and setback requirements so as not to infringe on residential areas or existing site built restaurants. Financial Impact:The vendors will be required to pay the Occupation Tax. Alternatives:Do not approve. Recommendation:Approval Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: N/A Cover Memo Item # 16 REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Cover Memo Item # 16 Attachment number 1 \nPage 1 of 4 Item # 16 Attachment number 1 \nPage 2 of 4 Item # 16 Attachment number 1 \nPage 3 of 4 Item # 16 Attachment number 1 \nPage 4 of 4 Item # 16 Commission Meeting Agenda 4/17/2012 5:00 PM Greater Augusta Arts Council Department:Clerk of Commission Caption:Motion to approve naming of the Arts Council as the Public Art Agency for the City of Augusta and tasking the Administrator, Ms. Durant, and Attorney with developing a mission statement and a set of bylaws for the agency to serve in this capacity. (Approved by Public Services Committee April 9, 2012) Background: Analysis: Financial Impact: Alternatives: Recommendation: Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Cover Memo Item # 17 Attachment number 1 \nPage 1 of 1 Item # 17 Attachment number 2 \nPage 1 of 5 Item # 17 Attachment number 2 \nPage 2 of 5 Item # 17 Attachment number 2 \nPage 3 of 5 Item # 17 Attachment number 2 \nPage 4 of 5 Item # 17 Attachment number 2 \nPage 5 of 5 Item # 17 Commission Meeting Agenda 4/17/2012 5:00 PM Hall Marketing Contract Renewal - Option #2 Department:Augusta Regional Airport Caption:Motion to approve the Hall Marketing Option #2, renewal of their current contract for one year, which was approved by the Augusta Aviation Commission at their March 29, 2012 meeting. (Approved by Public Services Committee April 9, 2012) Background:The Hall Marketing Agency responded to the Augusta Regional Airport RFP for advertising agency services in 2009. The contract was ultimately awarded to Hall Marketing and the contract was executed in July 2009. The contract has an initial two year term, which expired July 2011, with three subsequent one year options for renewal upon mutual consent of both parties. The Aviation Commission exercised the first one year option in 2011. Hall Marketing has indicated their interest in exercising the second option. Analysis:The Hall Marketing Agency has done an excellent job for the airport over the last few years. Airport enplanements have increased almost 100% over the last five years due in part to the creative expertise and advertising placement efforts of Hall Marketing. Financial Impact:Hall Marketing invoices the airport for each item the airport requests. They have never exceeded the budget and the excess is put back in for other professional services. Alternatives:Deny request. Recommendation:Approve request. Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: 551 08 1111/5212999 Cover Memo Item # 18 REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Finance. Procurement. Law. Administrator. Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Item # 18 SECOND AMENDMENT TO THE CONSULTING SERVICES CONTRACT WITH HALL MARKETING FOR ADVERTISING AGENCY SERVICES FOR THE AUGUSTA REGIONAL AIRPORT This Second Amendment made and entered into this ______ day of _______________ 2012, by and between Augusta Georgia, a political subdivision of the State of Georgia, acting for and through the Augusta Aviation Commission and Hall Marketing Inc. (Consultant). Whereas, in July 2009, the parties entered into an contract for Consultant to provide advertising services, market research, to develop a comprehensive integrated marketing strategy and to produce a multi-faceted advertising campaign to support the mission of the Augusta Richmond Regional Airport at Bush Field (the Airport); and Whereas, the contract provided for three additional one (1) year extensions upon the mutual consent of both parties, with all terms and conditions remaining the same; and Whereas, in 2011 the parties exercised the first option to renew; and Whereas, the parties have agreed to exercise the second option to renew the contract for one additional year. NOW THEREFORE, the Parties hereto, for and in consideration of the mutual promises herein contained, and other good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which is hereby acknowledged, do hereby agree, each for itself and its successors and assigns, as follows: All other terms and conditions of the contract shall remain the same except as expressly amended herein. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties have executed the contract as of the day and year second written above. AUGUSTA AVIATION COMMISSION HALL MARKETING, INC. Jay Forrester Printed Name Printed Name _________________________________ _____________________________ Signature Signature Chairman Title Title ________________ _____________________________ Date Date Attachment number 1 \nPage 1 of 2 Item # 18 AUGUSTA RICHMOND COUNTY, GEORGIA BY: _____________________________ AS ITS: ___MAYOR____________ ATTEST: _____________________________ CLERK OF COMMISSION ATTEST: _____________________________ CLERK (BALANCE OF PAGE LEFT BLANK INTENTIONALLY) Attachment number 1 \nPage 2 of 2 Item # 18 Attachment number 2 \nPage 1 of 11 Item # 18 Attachment number 2 \nPage 2 of 11 Item # 18 Attachment number 2 \nPage 3 of 11 Item # 18 Attachment number 2 \nPage 4 of 11 Item # 18 Attachment number 2 \nPage 5 of 11 Item # 18 Attachment number 2 \nPage 6 of 11 Item # 18 Attachment number 2 \nPage 7 of 11 Item # 18 Attachment number 2 \nPage 8 of 11 Item # 18 Attachment number 2 \nPage 9 of 11 Item # 18 Attachment number 2 \nPage 10 of 11 Item # 18 Attachment number 2 \nPage 11 of 11 Item # 18 Commission Meeting Agenda 4/17/2012 5:00 PM Seabury APG Renewal - Option #2 Department:Augusta Regional Airport Caption:Motion to approve Seabury APG Contract Renewal Option #2 which was approved by the Augusta Aviation Commission at their March 29, 2012 meeting. (Approved by Public Services Committee April 9, 2012) Background:Seabury APG responded to the Augusta Regional Airport RFP for air service development services in 2009. The contract was ultimately awarded to Seabury APG and the contract was executed in July 2009. The contract has an initial two year term, which expired in July 2011, with three subsequent one year options for renewal upon mutual consent of both parties. The Aviation Commission exercised the first option in 2011. Seabury APG has indicated their interest in exercising the second option. Analysis:Seabury has provided expert guidance on airline presentations over the last several years. In addition, the company has developed a user friendly database that airport staff utilizes to collect needed data in order to prepare airline presentations. The airport has subsequently been successful with air service improvements over the last couple of years. Financial Impact:Seabury APG invoices the airport everytime they complete and item requested by the airport. They have never exceeded their budget and any excess funds are placed in other profrssional services. Alternatives:Deny request. Recommendation:Approve request. Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: 551 08 1111/5212999 Cover Memo Item # 19 REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Finance. Procurement. Law. Administrator. Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Item # 19 SECOND AMENDMENT TO THE CONSULTING SERVICES CONTRACT WITH SEABURY AIRPLANE PLANNING GROUP, LLC. FOR THE AUGUSTA REGIONAL AIRPORT This Second Amendment made and entered into this ______ day of _______________ 2012, by and between Augusta Georgia, a political subdivision of the State of Georgia, acting for and through the Augusta Aviation Commission and the Seabury Airplane Planning Group, LLC (Consultant). Whereas, on July 7, 2009, the parties entered into an contract for Consultant to provide advertising services, market research, to provide advisory and professional consulting services and assistance with air service market research to support the mission of the Augusta Richmond Regional Airport at Bush Field (the Airport); and Whereas, the contract provided for three additional one (1) year extensions upon the mutual consent of both parties, with all terms and conditions remaining the same; and Whereas, in 2011 the parties exercised one extension of the contract and desire to exercise the second option to renew the contract for one additional year. NOW THEREFORE, the parties hereto, for and in consideration of the mutual promises herein contained, and other good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which is hereby acknowledged, do hereby agree, each for itself and its successors and assigns, as follows: That all other terms and conditions of the contract remain the same except as expressly amended herein. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed the Second Amendment to the Contract as of the day and year first written above. AUGUSTA AVIATION COMMISSION Seabury Airplane Planning Group, LLC. Jay Forrester Printed Name Printed Name _________________________________ _____________________________ Signature Signature Chairman Title Title ________________ _____________________________ Date Date Attachment number 1 \nPage 1 of 2 Item # 19 AUGUSTA RICHMOND COUNTY, GEORGIA BY: _____________________________ AS ITS: ___MAYOR____________ ATTEST: _____________________________ CLERK OF COMMISSION ATTEST: _____________________________ CLERK (BALANCE OF PAGE LEFT BLANK INTENTIONALLY) Attachment number 1 \nPage 2 of 2 Item # 19 Attachment number 2 \nPage 1 of 12 Item # 19 Attachment number 2 \nPage 2 of 12 Item # 19 Attachment number 2 \nPage 3 of 12 Item # 19 Attachment number 2 \nPage 4 of 12 Item # 19 Attachment number 2 \nPage 5 of 12 Item # 19 Attachment number 2 \nPage 6 of 12 Item # 19 Attachment number 2 \nPage 7 of 12 Item # 19 Attachment number 2 \nPage 8 of 12 Item # 19 Attachment number 2 \nPage 9 of 12 Item # 19 Attachment number 2 \nPage 10 of 12 Item # 19 Attachment number 2 \nPage 11 of 12 Item # 19 Attachment number 2 \nPage 12 of 12 Item # 19 Commission Meeting Agenda 4/17/2012 5:00 PM ADP Proposal Department: Caption:Consider approval of the final negotiated contract with Automatic Data Processing (ADP). (Deferred from the March 28, 2011 Commission Meeting) Background: Analysis: Financial Impact: Alternatives: Recommendation: Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Cover Memo Item # 20 Commission Meeting Agenda 4/17/2012 5:00 PM Request for Payment to HUD (re: 30901 DC and East Augusta CDC) Department:Housing and Community Developement Department (AHCDD) Caption:Approve the repayment of $344,233.50 from the General Fund to the Augusta Housing and Community Development's HOME Account by April 20, 2012 due to the determination by the U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development that funding in the amount of $52,105.00 provided to 30901 Development Corporation in 2007 to put fencing around its development on Augusta Avenue was ineligible and that funding in the amount of $292,128.50 provided to East Augusta CDC (to purchase lots in Marion Homes) in 2006 was unable to yield completed housing projects within the allotted time frame. Background:The U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has determined that funding provided to 30901 DC in 2007 to put fencing around its’ development on Augusta Avenue was ineligible. It was deemed ineligible [on a technicality] because the project in the IDIS system was “closed” and showing as complete. When the fencing was installed, it was setup under a new Integrated Disbursement and Information System (IDIS) number. Fencing alone is not an activity. However, fencing is eligible, but must be incorporated into the development of the housing. Consequently, because the fencing was not a part of the development [because the housing component was closed], it is ineligible as a standalone project. Further, the U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has determined that funding ($292,128.50) provided to East Augusta CDC (to purchase lots in Marion Homes) was unable to yield completed housing projects within the allotted timeframe. HUD requires that project completion information be entered into the Integrated Disbursement and Information System (IDIS) within 120 days of the final project drawdown. However, to date, there has been a challenge to further development, in Marion Homes, due to issues of impediment (water & sewer drainage and infrastrcuture needed), thus not enabling AHCDD to enter the requested information of completion into the IDIS system and prompting the maximum project timeframe (5 years) to construct/development to elapse and prompting repayment. Cover Memo Item # 21 Analysis:$344,233.50 via non-federal funding must be repaid to the Augusta Housing and Community Development Department's HOME account by no later than April 20, 2012. Financial Impact: Alternatives:No alternatives exist but AHCDD has discussed the option of repayment from non-federal sources with both non-profits to no success. Recommendation:Augusta Commission move to approve the repayment of $344,233.50 from the general fund to the Augusta Housing and Community Development Department's HOME account by April 20, 2012. Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Finance. Law. Administrator. Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Item # 21 Commission Meeting Agenda 4/17/2012 5:00 PM University of Phoenix Department:Clerk of Commission Caption:Consider approval of a Memorandum of Understanding with the University of Phoenix regarding a partnership recommendation for solutions to assist the city in meeting workforce education goals. Background: Analysis: Financial Impact: Alternatives: Recommendation: Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Cover Memo Item # 22 Attachment number 1 \nPage 1 of 9 Item # 22 Attachment number 1 \nPage 2 of 9 Item # 22 Attachment number 1 \nPage 3 of 9 Item # 22 Attachment number 1 \nPage 4 of 9 Item # 22 Attachment number 1 \nPage 5 of 9 Item # 22 Attachment number 1 \nPage 6 of 9 Item # 22 Attachment number 1 \nPage 7 of 9 Item # 22 Attachment number 1 \nPage 8 of 9 Item # 22 Attachment number 1 \nPage 9 of 9 Item # 22 Commission Meeting Agenda 4/17/2012 5:00 PM Approval of University Health Services as the vendor for Baseline Annual & Pre Employment Medical Exams for the Augusta GA Fire Department Department:Fire Department Caption:Motion to approve moving forward with using University Health Services as the vendor for Baseline Annual & Pre Employment Medical Exams for the Augusta, GA Fire Department. (Approved by Public Safety Committee April 9, 2012) Background:The Fire Department has received bids for our department’s baseline annual and pre employment medical exams. Upon careful review of the bid sheets not only does University Occupational Health meet all the requirements set forth in the bid specifications they are also the low bid. Based on the information provided, the Fire Department would like to move forward with this and use University Occupational Health for the Department’s Baseline Annual and Pre Employment Medical Exams, bid item 12-116. Analysis:Physicals for all certified fire suppression personnel and Pre Employment Medical exams for the purposes of hiring recruit firefighters. Financial Impact:Funding for this is already available in the approved 2012 Fire Department Budget under the object code 52.12110 "physicians". Two bids were submitted the first from University Occupational Health Services for $125,349 for the first and second year with a 5% increase for the third and fourth years. The second bid was from Doctors Hospital in the amount of $322,091 for the first year, $147,721 for the second year with a 5% increase in the third year and a 3% increase in the fourth year. Alternatives: Recommendation:Approve University Occupational Health to perform the Baseline Annual & Pre Employment Medical Exams for the Augusta, GA Fire Department. Cover Memo Item # 23 Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: Funds in the amount of $125,349 are available in the approved 2012 Fire Department Budget under the object code 52.12110 "physicians". REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Finance. Procurement. Fire Department Finance Procurement Administrator Cover Memo Item # 23 Attachment number 1 \nPage 1 of 2 Item # 23 Attachment number 1 \nPage 2 of 2 Item # 23 Invitation to Bid Sealed bids will be received at this office until Tuesday, January 31, 2012 @ 3:00 p.m. for furnishing: Bid Item 12-116 Baseline Annual & Pre Employment Medical Exam for Fire 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 viewed on the Augusta, Georgia web site under the Procurement Department ARCbid. 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 by fax to 706 821-2811 or by email to procbidandcontract@augustaga.gov to the office of the Procurement Department by Monday, January 16, 2012 @ 5:00 P.M. 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 an eligible bidder must submit a completed and signed written application to become a local bidder at least thirty (30) days prior to the date bids are received on an eligible local project. An eligible bidder who fails to submit an application for approval as a local bidder at least thirty (30) days prior to the date bids are received on an eligible local project, and who otherwise meets the requirements for approval as a local bidder, will not be qualified for a bid preference on such eligible local project. No Bid may be withdrawn for a period of 90 days after time has been called on the date of opening. Invitation for bids and specifications. 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. All requests to waive or modify any such material condition shall be submitted through the Procurement Director to the appropriate committee of the Augusta, Georgia Commission for approval by the Augusta, Georgia Commission. Please mark BID number on the outside of the envelope. Bidders are cautioned that acquisition 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 cc: Tameka Allen Deputy Administrator Chief Chris James Augusta Fire Department Revised: 8/15/2011 Attachment number 2 \nPage 1 of 1 Item # 23 Attachment number 3 \nPage 1 of 1 Item # 23 DOCTORS HOSPITAL/DHA OCC. MED. ATTN: TERRIE BRADFORD 2215 TOBACCO ROAD, SUITE F AUGUSTA, GA 30906 GHSU ATTN: JAMES HAWKINS 987 ST. SEBASTIAN WAY, EC-4348 AUGUSTA, GA 30912 UNIVERSITY OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH CTR ATTN SUSAN BREGA 3121 PEACH ORCHARD ROAD STE 201 AUGUSTA GA 30906 DOCTORS HOSPITAL 3651 WHEELER ROAD AUGUSTA, GA 30909 TRINITY HOSPITAL OF AUGUSTA 2260 WRIGHTSBORO ROAD AUGUSTA, GA 30904-4726 CHIEF CHRIS JAMES AUGUSTA FIRE DEPARTMENT BOBBIE WASHINGTON AUGUSTA FIRE DEPARTMENT YVONNE GENTRY AUGUSTA LSBOP OFFICE Bid Item #12-116 Mailed Out January 9, 2012 Bid Item #12-116 Baseline Annual & Pre Employment Medical Exam For Augusta Fire Department Bid Due: January 31, 2012 @ 3:00 P.M. Attachment number 4 \nPage 1 of 1 Item # 23 Commission Meeting Agenda 4/17/2012 5:00 PM 2012 Budget for Planning and Development Dept. Department:Planning and Development Caption:Motion to approve FY 2012 Budget for Planning Division of the Planning and Development Department. (Approved by Finance Committee April 9, 2012) Background:The yearly budget for the Planning Division (former Planning Commission employees) of the Planning and Development Department consists of an appropriation from the city, federal and state grant funds and fees collected for various work functions (e.g. rezoning applications, subdivision and site plan review, special use permits, etc). For FY 2012, the proposed budget for the Planning Division is $984,250. Analysis:An appropriation of $317,000 has previously been approved by the Augusta Commission. The request is to approve the FY 2012 budget for the Planning Division in the amount of $984,250. Financial Impact:Approving the budget will have no additional financial impact on the city. The budget approval does not represent a request for funds. The Commission previously approved an appropriation that will be used in part to match the federal and state grants received for transportation planning. The remaining part of the Planning Division budget amount of fees collected is dependent on the amount of fees collected during the year. Alternatives:Approve or deny the budget Recommendation:Approve the budget for the Planning division of the Planning and Development Department Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: Cover Memo Item # 24 REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Item # 24 2010 Budget 2011 Actual as of 06/30/11 2011 Budget 2012 Budget FEDERAL / STATE GOVERNMENT Georgia Department of Transportation (FHWA PL) $375,182 $84,411 $316,000 $316,000 Federal Transit Administration - Section 5303 $111,270 $40,905 $125,179 $111,270 Lower Savannah Council of Govt Secction 5303 $60,000 Georgia Department of Transportation (FTA Match)$0 $5,113 $13,909 $13,909 South Carolina Department of Highways / Public Trans. $22,500 $4,989 $22,500 $22,500 US Department of Energy $15,000 $0 $0 $0 FEMA $0 $0 $0 $8,160 - SUBTOTAL $523,952 $135,419 $477,588 $531,839 LOCAL GOVERNMENT Augusta-Richmond County GF Op Transfer $321,000 $160,500 $321,000 $317,790 SUBTOTAL $321,000 $160,500 $321,000 $317,790 OTHER Revenue from Maps, Reports, Zoning, Subdivision and Site Plan Fees, NPDES, Interest $126,684 $78,702 $138,792 $134,621 SUBTOTAL $126,684 $78,702 $138,792 $134,621 TOTAL $971,636 $374,620 $937,380 $984,250 AUGUSTA-RICHMOND COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION PROJECTED 2012 REVENUES Attachment number 1 \nPage 1 of 3 Item # 24 2011 ACTUAL THROUGH 2011 2011 2012 2010 ACTUAL JUNE 2011 ANNUALZED BUDGET BUDGET SALARIES / WAGES Salaries $539,044 $268,672 $542,441 $583,760 $583,760 Insurance $67,758 $40,556 $75,321 $73,000 $68,740 Pension*$64,962 $28,907 $57,814 $57,000 $59,740 Medicare Taxes $7,409 $3,662 $7,324 $7,500 $8,470 Social Security $11,523 $5,662 $11,624 $12,000 $12,710 Workman's Compensation $2,842 -$147 $2,695 $3,000 Life Ins $2,750 LTD $3,130 SUBTOTAL $693,539 $347,311 $697,219 $736,260 $739,300 PERSONAL SERVICE Commissioner Fee $24,600 $12,150 $24,600 $24,600 $24,600 Attorney $3,000 $1,500 $3,000 $3,000 $0 Accounting $12,895 $9,719 $13,500 $13,500 $600 Travel & Conferences $5,803 $4,874 $7,500 $5,000 $5,000 Local Office Transportation $1,712 $1,374 $2,700 $3,500 $2,000 Dues & Subscriptions $2,227 $1,170 $1,900 $1,500 $1,500 SUBTOTAL $50,237 $30,787 $53,200 $51,100 $33,700 SUPPORT SERVICE Reports & Publications $420 $0 $500 $500 $500 Maps $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 Phones $1,729 $380 $2,000 $2,400 $2,000 Legal Notices $8,912 $2,002 $9,500 $9,500 $9,500 Postage $4,877 $543 $1,500 $2,000 $2,000 Printing $3,798 $829 $4,000 $3,500 $4,000 Personnel Recruitment $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 Transfer to LSCG $428 $0 $0 $0 $60,000 Planning Studies $167,507 $6,600 $75,000 $121,000 $177,790 Repairs & Maintenance $1,345 $145 $800 $2,500 $2,500 Aiken County study $0 -$63,840 SUBTOTAL $189,015 $10,500 $93,300 $141,400 $194,450 MATERIAL AND SUPPLIES Office Supplies $4,986 $1,739 $4,000 $6,300 $6,300 Duplicating Supplies $1,297 $325 $1,200 $2,000 $2,000 Equipment Rental / Purchase **$16,879 $2,542 $5,500 $5,000 $5,500 Data Processing (Licensing)$1,910 $0 $7,200 $3,000 $3,000 SUBTOTAL $25,072 $4,606 $17,900 $16,300 $16,800 TOTAL $957,863 $393,204 $861,619 $945,060 $984,250 *includes Metlife DC match **purchased new wide image scanner for $10,000 in 2010 $0 ***$63,840 from Aiken County's portion of consultant contract AUGUSTA-RICHMOND COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION PROJECTED 2012 EXPENDITURES Page 1 Attachment number 1 \nPage 2 of 3 Item # 24 ACTUAL CY 2011 2011 2012 AS OF 06/30/11 BUDGET PROJECTED Zoning $15,250 $32,000 $28,000 Variances - Tree $200 $2,000 $500 Zoning $850 $1,600 $1,200 Site Plans $18,004 $35,000 $35,000 Subdivisions $22,175 $21,500 $30,000 Sale of Publications $777 $750 $1,300 Sale of maps $15 $0 $0 NPDES Fees $4,192 $6,000 $6,221 Manufactured Home $1,020 $2,000 $3,000 Historic Preservation $2,370 $3,200 $4,000 Interest $0 $7,000 $0 GIS Queries $102 $200 $200 SUP $13,600 $32,000 $25,000 Aerial Photos $0 $0 $0 Credit Card Fees $120 $253 $200 Other $26 $0 $0 TOTAL $78,702 $143,503 $134,621 Page 3 AUGUSTA-RICHMOND COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION PROJECTION OF REVENUE FROM SALES, FEES, ETC. FOR 2012 BUDGET Attachment number 1 \nPage 3 of 3 Item # 24 Commission Meeting Agenda 4/17/2012 5:00 PM Metropolitan Transit Planning Grant Application 5303 Department:Planning and Development Caption:Motion to approve the FTA 5303 Metropolitan Transportation Planning Grant.(Approved by Finance Committee April 9, 2012) Background:Annual Planning Grant for Planning and Development Department’s transit and transportation planning. Analysis:The Planning and Development Department is responsible for work elements used in transit and transportation activities. Financial Impact:$12,209 10% match 10% state match and 80% Federal for a Total Grant amount of $129,088 Alternatives:No funds for executing several work elements of the UPWP Recommendation:Approval Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Item # 25 Attachment number 1 \nPage 1 of 2 Item # 25 Attachment number 1 \nPage 2 of 2 Item # 25 Commission Meeting Agenda 4/17/2012 5:00 PM Emergency Storm Clean-up (02/24/2012 Trees Cut and Removal) Department:Abie L. Ladson, PE, CPESC, Director Caption:Motion to approve Emergency clean-up services from the February 24, 2012 storm in the amount of 46,000.00 funded from General Fund contingency account as requested by the AED. Also approve I) SITEC, LLC; II) Big Dog Stump; and III) Southern Tree Care, Inc. to provide required emergency services as determined by the AED. (Approved by Engineering Services Committee April 9, 2012) Background:On February 24, 2012, a microburst hit the city and resulted in downed trees both in the roadway as well as onto private property in several areas. While county crews worked the night getting roads open to vehicular traffic and continued clean-up efforts throughout the following week, the presence of large debris in or near the right-of-way presents a safety hazard that needs to be addressed in a timely manner. AED did not have sufficient in- house resources to handle this hazard and requested the assistance from three private firms to facilitate the removal of downed trees and debris in some of the harder hit areas. The three companies utilized in this effort were SITEC, LLC, Big Dog Stump and Tree, and Southern Tree Care, Inc. Analysis:Work was done under an emergency situation that warranted immediate response by the AED to minimize public exposure to fallen trees hazard and road hazard, and also minimize the Augusta exposure to potential liability. The cost to cover the Emergency Trees Cut and Removal is $46,000.00 Financial Impact:The latest estimates of the cost of the clean-up is approximately $46,000 and is being request to be funded through the city’s contingency fund. Alternatives:1) Approve Emergency clean-up services from the February 24, 2012 storm in the amount of 46,000.00 funded from the General Fund contingency account as requested by the AED. Also approve I) SITEC, LLC; II) Big Dog Stump; and III) Southern tree Care, Inc to provide required emergency services as determined by the Cover Memo Item # 26 AED. 2) Do not approve and seek alternate funding source Recommendation:approve alternative one. Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: 101-10-1110/6011110 - General Fund Contingency REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Finance. Procurement. Law. Administrator. Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Item # 26 Sec. 1-10-57. Emergency procurement selection method. Notwithstanding any other provisions of this chapter, the Procurement Director, Augusta, Georgia Administrator or constitutional officer may make or authorize others to make emergency procurement of equipment, supplies, services, general construction, or public works type construction services when there exists a threat to public health, welfare, or safety, or where daily operations are affected; provided that such emergency procurement shall be made with such competition as is practicable under the circumstances. As soon as practicable, a record of each emergency procurement shall be made and shall set forth the contractor's name, the amount and type of the contract, a listing of the item(s) procured under the contract, and the identification number of the contract file. A written report explaining the determination of the basis for the emergency and for the selection of the particular contractor shall be included in the contract file, and a copy of same provided the Augusta, Georgia Commission at their next regular meeting in the case of public works contracts as defined by Georgia Law or other Augusta, Georgia purchases when the value of the purchase exceeds twenty thousand dollars ($20,000). In the event an emergency should arise after office hours or on holidays or weekends which requires immediate action on the part of the using agency involved and where it is not possible or convenient to reach the Procurement Director, constitutional officer, or Administrator, the using agency head is authorized to make purchases. Such purchases shall be well documented, packaged for payment, and forwarded to the Procurement Director within twenty-four (24) hours, if possible, after occurrence. In the event the Board of Commissioners of Augusta, Georgia determines at an open meeting of which minutes are recorded, that an emergency exists, and there is an immediate need for goods, materials or supplies to relieve said emergency, the Board of Commissioners shall be allowed to approve purchases without bids in the event the Board has determined an emergency exists, but all such declarations of emergency shall be in strict accordance with applicable State law defining “emergency.” (1975 Ga. Laws p. 4334 as amended). Attachment number 1 \nPage 1 of 1 Item # 26 Commission Meeting Agenda 4/17/2012 5:00 PM Hazard Mitigation Adoption Final Approval Department:Planning and Development Caption:Motion to approve Final Adoption of the Hazard Mitigation Plan Update for Augusta, GA. (Approved by Engineering Services Committee April 9, 2012) Background:Augusta, Georgia has received a Hazard Mitigation Planning Grant from the Georgia Emergency Management Agency (GEMA). This grant provided funding for the development of a Hazard Mitigation Plan Update for Augusta, GA and the cities of Blythe and Hephzibah. The Hazard Mitigation Plan addresses flooding and other natural hazards that threaten the health and welfare of the citizens of Augusta, GA and provides for Mitigation Actions that the Hazard Mitigation Planning Committee / Stakeholders Committee has derived from their numerous meetings and review of the factors that influence natural and man- made hazards in Augusta, GA and the cities of Blythe and Hephzibah. Analysis:The Hazard Mitigation Plan Update has been submitted to both the Georgia Emergency Management Agency (GEMA) and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) for review and approval. The Georgia Emergency Management Agency (GEMA) and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) have indicated that the Hazard Mitigation Plan Update is classified as Approved Pending Adoption (APA). Final adoption by the Augusta Commission (and the governing bodies in both Blythe and Hephzibah) is a requirement in completing the Hazard Mitigation Plan Update. Financial Impact:Augusta, Georgia has received a HMGP Grant from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (HMGP-1858-0034). This grant provides funding, in the amount of $39,999.00, for the update of the current Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan for the City of Augusta, Georgia and the cities of Blythe and Hephzibah. The Augusta Commission has previously approved an award in the amount of $28,297.00 to Pudar Mitigation Consulting, Inc. to complete the Hazard Mitigation Plan Update. Funding is available Cover Memo Item # 27 through the HMGP Grant that has previously been awarded to Augusta, GA from the Federal Emergency Management Agency ($39,999.00), and through money earmarked in 2000 for hazard mitigation by the City ($7.074.25 as the City’s match). Alternatives:Failure to adopt the Hazard Mitigation Plan Update would result in the loss of funding from the Georgia Emergency Management Agency (GEMA) and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) for the Hazard Mitigation Plan Update and also would result in no further funding from either the Georgia Emergency Management Agency (GEMA) or the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) for hazard mitigation. Recommendation:It is recommended to adopt the Hazard Mitigation Plan Update for Augusta, GA and the cities of Blythe and Hephzibah more formally titled: Augusta-Richmond County and the Cities of Blythe and Hephzibah Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan 2012-2016. Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Item # 27 RESOLUTIO WHEREAS the City of Augusta, Georgia, has experienced natural hazards such as drought / extreme heat, earthquake, flooding, tornado / wind storm / hail / lightening, wildfire, and winter storm or has the potential of experiencing such hazards; WHEREAS the City of Augusta, Georgia, has experienced man-made hazards such as chemical leak / chemical spill / chemical release, dam failure, nuclear plant incident, and terrorism or has the potential of experiencing such hazards; WHEREAS these hazards have resulted in public safety response, damage to private and public property, and public and private expenditures for clean up and recovery, or have the potential for causing public safety response, damage to private and public property, and public and private expenditures for clean up and recovery; WHEREAS, the cities of Blythe, and Hephzibah (within the jurisdictional boundaries of Richmond County) have experienced the same or similar hazards and/or have the potential for experiencing such hazards; WHEREAS, the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act as amended by the Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000 require local jurisdictions to adopt a mitigation plan in order to be eligible for post-disaster and pre-disaster grants to implement certain mitigation projects; and WHEREAS the National Flood Insurance Reform Act of 1994 and the Flood Insurance Reform Act of 2004 require local jurisdictions to adopt a mitigation plan in order to be eligible for grants to implement certain flood mitigation projects; and WHEREAS the planning process supported by the Georgia Emergency Management Agency and required by the Federal Emergency Management Agency offers the opportunity to consider natural hazards and risks, and to identify mitigation actions to reduce future impacts of such hazards; and WHEREAS the State of Georgia has provided federal mitigation funds to support the development of a Hazard Mitigation Plan; and WHEREAS the City of Augusta adopted a Flood Hazard Mitigation Plan on February 17, 2004; and WHEREAS the Hazard Mitigation Plan for Augusta, Blythe and Hephzibah has previously been developed and adopted by each jurisdiction and approved by FEMA on August 24, 2006. This Hazard Mitigation Plan for Augusta, Blythe and Hephzibah superseded the Flood Hazard Mitigation previously adopted by the City of Augusta; and WHEREAS the original Hazard Mitigation Plan identified mitigation actions that, over time, would help minimize and reduce safety threats, reduce the costs of natural hazard events, and reduce damage to private and public property; and Attachment number 1 \nPage 1 of 3 Item # 27 WHEREAS as required by the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act as amended by the Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000, a 5 year Hazard Mitigation Plan Update was required to be performed prior to the Hazard Mitigation Plan expiry on August 24, 2011; and WHEREAS, funding for the update of the original Hazard Mitigation Plan was secured through an HMGP grant and a Planning Committee / Stakeholders Committee was formed to update the Hazard Mitigation Plan; and WHEREAS, the Planning Committee / Stakeholders Committee met formally on June 14, 2011, July 14, 2011, and July 25, 2011, to update the Hazard Mitigation Plan and less formally via electronic reviews, updating and voting during the update process; and WHEREAS, public meetings were held on July 14, 2011 and July 25, 2011, to update the Hazard Mitigation Plan; and WHEREAS, additional public meetings were held on June 22, 2011 with the ESF-11 Group and on July 12, 2011 for the River Road Committee, to update the Hazard Mitigation Plan; and WHEREAS, a draft Hazard Mitigation Plan Update was developed by the consultant, PDM Consulting, Inc., with extensive input from the Planning Committee / Stakeholders Committee, a SubCommittee developed by the Planning Committee / Stakeholders Committee, and extensive public input; and WHEREAS, the draft Hazard Mitigation Plan Update went into a 30 day public review period beginning July 25, 2011 and ending August 24, 2011; and WHEREAS, the draft Hazard Mitigation Plan Update was submitted to the Georgia Emergency Management Agency (GEMA) for initial review; and WHEREAS, comments were received from the public review period, including comments from City staff; and WHEREAS, comments were received from the Georgia Emergency Management Agency (GEMA) for the initial review of the Hazard Mitigation Plan Update; and WHEREAS, comments from the public review period (to include comments from the Planning Committee / Stakeholders Committee), comments from City staff, and comments from the Georgia Emergency Management Agency (GEMA) were incorporated into the draft Hazard Mitigation Plan Update; and WHEREAS, the final Hazard Mitigation Plan Update was submitted to the Georgia Emergency Management Agency (GEMA) and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) for final review and approval; and WHEREAS, the Georgia Emergency Management Agency (GEMA) and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) have indicated that the Hazard Mitigation Plan Update is classified as Approved Pending Adoption (APA). Attachment number 1 \nPage 2 of 3 Item # 27 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Augusta Commission that: The revised Hazard Mitigation Plan Update, more formally titled: Augusta-Richmond County and the Cities of Blythe and Hephzibah Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan 2012-2016 is hereby adopted as an official document of the City of Augusta, Georgia. PASSED AND ADOPTED by the Commission of Augusta, Georgia, this _________ day of ______________, 2012. _________________________________ Deke Copenhaver, Mayor _________________________________ Date _________________________________ Lena Bonner, Clerk of Commission _________________________________ Date Attachment number 1 \nPage 3 of 3 Item # 27 Commission Meeting Agenda 4/17/2012 5:00 PM Notification of award for a construction contract to Blair Construction, Inc. for construction of the Jamestown Sanitary Sewer Phase III-A Project under the Task Order Program for Infrastructure RFQ #11-130 Department:Augusta Utilities Department Caption:Motion to approve the notification of the award of a contract with Blair Construction, Inc. for services associated with construction of the Jamestown Sanitary Sewer Phase III-A Project under the Task Order Program for Infrastructure RFQ #11-130 in the amount of $102,100.84. Bid item #12-136. (Approved by Engineering Services Committee April 9, 2012) Background:The Utilities Department has identified the need to provide sanitary sewer along Willis Foreman Rd to the intersection of Dean's Bridge Road. The project involves the installation of 1000 linear feet of sanitary sewer pipe and several manholes, also in addition to the installation of the sewer main two lateral lines will be installed to convert the Paralytic Veterians office building and the gas station from septic systems to the sewer system. This project will be installed in the South Augusta area of Richmond County. Analysis:Blair Construction, Inc submitted an acceptable bid package and was the lowest responsive bidder. The Utilities Department desires to inform commission of the award of this contract to construct the Jamestown Sanitary Sewer Phase III-A Project under the Task Order Program for Infrastructure RFQ #11-130 to Blair Construction, Inc. Financial Impact:$102,100.84, under account number 507043490-5425410 / 88886666-5425410 Alternatives:No alternatives due to the contract being awarded under the Task Order Program for Infrastructure RFQ #11-130 Recommendation:We are informing commission of the department's award of the contract with Blair Construction, Inc. in the amount of $102,100.84 for the construction of the Jamestown Sanitary Sewer Cover Memo Item # 28 Phase III-A Project under the Task Order Program for Infrastructure RFQ #11-130 Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: $102,100.84 from account 507043490-5425410 / 88886666- 5425410 REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Finance. Procurement. Law. Administrator. Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Item # 28 Attachment number 1 \nPage 1 of 3 Item # 28 Attachment number 1 \nPage 2 of 3 Item # 28 Attachment number 1 \nPage 3 of 3 Item # 28 Attachment number 2 \nPage 1 of 1 Item # 28 Attachment number 3 \nPage 1 of 1 Item # 28 Attachment number 4 \nPage 1 of 10 Item # 28 Attachment number 4 \nPage 2 of 10 Item # 28 Attachment number 4 \nPage 3 of 10 Item # 28 Attachment number 4 \nPage 4 of 10 Item # 28 Attachment number 4 \nPage 5 of 10 Item # 28 Attachment number 4 \nPage 6 of 10 Item # 28 Attachment number 4 \nPage 7 of 10 Item # 28 Attachment number 4 \nPage 8 of 10 Item # 28 Attachment number 4 \nPage 9 of 10 Item # 28 Attachment number 4 \nPage 10 of 10 Item # 28 Invitation To Bid Sealed bids will be received at this office on Tuesday, March 6, 2012 @ 3:00 p.m. for furnishing: Bid Item 12-136 Jamestown Sewer Extension Phase 3A for Utilities 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 Digital Blue Print. The fees for the plans and specifications which are non-refundable is $50.00. 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.digblueprint.com) at no charge through Digital Blue Print (706 722-6488) beginning Monday, February 20, 2012. 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 acquisition 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 Thursday, February 23, 2012 @ 10:00 a.m. in the Procurement Department, 530 Greene Street, Room 605. All questions must be submitted in writing by fax to 706 821-2811 or by email to procbidandcontract@augustaga.gov to the office of the Procurement Department by Friday, February 24, 2012 @ 5:00 P.M. No bid will be accepted by fax, all must be received by mail or hand delivered. 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 along with the bidders’ qualifications; a 100% performance bond and a 100% payment bond will be required for award. Invitation for bids and specifications. 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. All requests to waive or modify any such material condition shall be submitted through the Procurement Director to the appropriate committee of the Augusta, Georgia Commission for approval by the Augusta, Georgia Commission. Please mark BID number on the outside of the envelope. GERI A. SAMS, Procurement Director cc: Tameka Allen Deputy Administrator Tom Wiedmier Utilities Department Jerry Delaughter Utilities Department Sean Barr Utilities Department Revised: 8/15/2011 Attachment number 5 \nPage 1 of 1 Item # 28 VENDORS Attachment B E-Verify #Bid Bond Lump Sum Blair Construction PO Box 770 Evans GA 30809 Yes 224004 Yes $102,100.84 CMI 1827 Killingsworth Road Augusta GA 30904 Yes 225306 Yes $170,666.00 Eagle Utility Contracting 1350 Branch Road Bishop, GA 30529 Yes 206663 Yes $110,904.00 Quality Storm Water Solutions PO Box 1847 Evans GA 30809 Bid Item #12-136 Jamestown Sewer Extension Phase 3A for Augusta, Georgia - Utilities Department Bid Due: Tuesday, March 6, 2012 @ 3:00 p.m. Page 1 of 1 Attachment number 6 \nPage 1 of 1 Item # 28 ATTN THERON SAPP QUALITY STORM WATER SOLUTIONS 437 CAMBRIDGE CIRCLE MARTINEZ GA 30907 ATTN BARRETT BOWDEN CONTRACT MANAGEMENT INC 1827 KILLINGSWORTH AUGUSTA GA 30904 ATTN TIM MCELROY EAGLE UTILITY 1350 BRANCH ROAD BISHOP, GA 30627 ATTN PATRICK DILLARD BLAIR CONSTRUCTION PO BOX 770 EVANS, GA 30809 Sean Barr Augusta Utilities Bay Street Jerry Delaughter Augusta Utilities Bay Street Tom Wiedmeier Augusta Utilities Bay Street Yvonne Gentry LSBOP Hatcher Building Bid Item 12-136 Jamestown Sewer Extension Attachment number 7 \nPage 1 of 1 Item # 28 Attachment number 8 \nPage 1 of 1 Item # 28 Commission Meeting Agenda 4/17/2012 5:00 PM Request for Purple Heart Monument placement Department:Planning and Development Caption:Motion to approve application to erect a monument at 4th Street and Broad Street subject to the exact location and the approval of the Traffic Engineering and Recreation Departments. (Approved by Engineering Services Committee April 9, 2012) Background:The Military Order of the Purple Heart and Auxiliary, A. James Dyess Chapter 425, requests placement of a monument at the All Wars Monument site at 4th and Broad Streets. A public hearing was held on March 9 and there was no opposition to the request. The appropriate City Departments were notified on February 10 and there was no objection. A photograph of the proposed monument is attached. Analysis:I believe that it should be approved subject to the exact location being approved by the Recreation Dept. (due to potential irrigation issues) and Traffic Engineering (due to potential sight distance/clearance issues). Financial Impact: Alternatives:allow or disallow Recommendation:Allow the placement of the monument Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Item # 29 Attachment number 1 \nPage 1 of 6 Item # 29 Attachment number 1 \nPage 2 of 6 Item # 29 Attachment number 1 \nPage 3 of 6 Item # 29 Attachment number 1 \nPage 4 of 6 Item # 29 Attachment number 1 \nPage 5 of 6 Item # 29 Attachment number 1 \nPage 6 of 6 Item # 29 Commission Meeting Agenda 4/17/2012 5:00 PM Thompson Farms - Big Farm Lease Agreement Department:Augusta Utilities Department Caption:Motion to approve a Lease Agreement with Thompson Farms for a 29 acre portion of the Big Farm property. (Approved by Engineering Services Committee April 9, 2012) Background:Augusta is the owner of the Big Farm property. Some of this property has been used for the constructed wetlands, however, Thompson Farms continues to lease and far a 29 acre tract, within the larger property. This tract contains 25 acres of cultivatable land. The proposed rental is $250.00 per year, for seven years. Analysis:In addition to the yearly rental payment, Thompson Farms maintains and repairs Beaver Dam Ditch Bridge and a portion of the access road, thus relieving Augusta of doing so. Financial Impact:Income of $250.00 per year, for seven years. Alternatives:Deny the motion to approve the Thompson Farms - Big Farm Lease Agreement. Recommendation:Approve the motion to approve the Thompson Farms - Big Farm Lease Agreement. Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: N/A REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Finance. Procurement. Law. Administrator. Cover Memo Item # 30 Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Item # 30 Attachment number 1 \nPage 1 of 13 Item # 30 Attachment number 1 \nPage 2 of 13 Item # 30 Attachment number 1 \nPage 3 of 13 Item # 30 Attachment number 1 \nPage 4 of 13 Item # 30 Attachment number 1 \nPage 5 of 13 Item # 30 Attachment number 1 \nPage 6 of 13 Item # 30 Attachment number 1 \nPage 7 of 13 Item # 30 Attachment number 1 \nPage 8 of 13 Item # 30 Attachment number 1 \nPage 9 of 13 Item # 30 Attachment number 1 \nPage 10 of 13 Item # 30 Attachment number 1 \nPage 11 of 13 Item # 30 Attachment number 1 \nPage 12 of 13 Item # 30 Attachment number 1 \nPage 13 of 13 Item # 30 Commission Meeting Agenda 4/17/2012 5:00 PM Utilities Meter Reading Efficiency and Route Analysis Proposal Department:Utilities, Tom Wiedmeier, Director Caption:Motion to approve Proposal from Dewberry and Davis to perform Utilities Meter Reading Optimization and Route Analysis. (Approved by Engineering Services Committee April 9, 2012) Background:One goal of our reorganization effort is to improve meter reading efficiency so that current staff can accelerate the installation of radio read technology. Currently about 30% of our meters are equipped with radio read devices. Analysis:Dewberry and Davis has offered a proposal to perform the following tasks: 1. Identify opportunities to enhance the existing meter reader routes including how to incorporate re-reads into the routes; 2. Evaluate and enhance existing policies and procedures including performance metrics to track efficiency and increase meter reader accountability; 3. Improve the meter repair work order process; 4. Establish / improve bill audit procedures; 5. Identify opportunities to shorten the time between meter read and billing; and 6. Prioritize areas where AUD should further automate routes resulting in gained efficiency seen in the investment of the automatic meter readers (AMR)). Financial Impact:Total cost of this proposal is $49,642 and is available in 506-04- 3210-5212999 Alternatives:None noted Recommendation:Approve proposal from Dewberry and Davis to perform Utilities meter reading efficiency and route analysis Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: 506-04-3210-5212999 Cover Memo Item # 31 REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Finance. Procurement. Law. Administrator. Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Item # 31 January 27, 2012 Augusta Utilities Department Attn: Mr. Tom Wiedmeier, Director Suite 180 360 Bay Street Augusta, Georgia 30901 RE: Proposal for Professional Engineering Services Meter Read Optimization Planning Study Dear Tom, Dewberry & Davis, Inc. (Dewberry) is pleased to submit this proposal to conduct a AUD Meter Reading Optimization Planning Study for Augusta Utilities Department (AUD). Our proposal has been developed based on our discussions with you and your staff. PROJECT UNDERSTANDING Meter reading is the critical first-step in the utility revenue collection process and any delays in this process result in either an estimated bill or a delay in billing, both of which can negatively impact customer service and/or cash flow. This study is intended to identify improvements that can be made to increase the efficiency of the existing AUD meter reading and billing process. The project goals include: 1) Identify opportunities to enhance the existing meter reader routes including how to incorporate re-reads into the routes; 2) Evaluate and enhance existing policies and procedures including performance metrics to track efficiency and increase meter reader accountability; 3) Improve the meter repair work order process; 4) Establish / improve bill audit procedures; 5) Identify opportunities to shorten the time between meter read and billing; and 6) Assist with prioritizing areas where AUD should further automate routes resulting in gained efficiency seen in the investment of the automatic meter readers (AMR)). The following key points should be mentioned about the existing meter reading program: • AUD bills their customers monthly with a total of 16 meter readers and approximately 64,000 meters. There is approximately a month lag between reading the meters and billing. • Approximately 20% of the meters are AMRs and located in heavy industrial areas and in newer developments. The remaining meters are read manually with handheld devices. • AUD hasn’t seen a significant amount of improvement in efficiency due to the purchase of AMRs because of defective devices and perhaps because of how the AMRs and manual meters are distributed throughout the routes; • AUD plans to increase the number of AMRs in the system; Attachment number 1 \nPage 1 of 6 Item # 31 T. Wiedmeier AUD Meter Read February 3, 2012 Page 2 of 6 • A significant amount of re-reads are required particularly with the Itron 60W ERTs. Several of the Itron 60W devices are reading zero and therefore are requiring a meter reader to go into the field to gather the reading manually. AUD is not having the same amount of re-reads for the Itron 100W ERTs devices. • AUD has the addresses of the metered customers mapped in GIS, but not the exact meter location. They utilize a notes section in the database to provide information related to the exact location. • AUD has a career ladder program and desires to have three levels of meter readers. • AUD would like to reduce the number of meter readers and convert that staff to meter replacement crews. AUD seeks to evaluate and identify opportunities for improved efficiency of the water meter read and billing process and to identify the cause of the significant amount of re-reads required currently. SCOPE OF SERVICES To assist AUD with the water meter reading route optimization study, Dewberry will perform the scope of services outlined below. • Task 1: Initial Data Collection • Task 2: Staff Interviews • Task 3: Meter Reader Analysis • Task 4: Analysis of AMR Replacement /Installation Program • Task 5: Recommendations Task 1: Initial Data Collection The first step will be to obtain existing data from AUD outlining the meter reader routes as well as the policies and procedures. The data will include items such as: o GIS data (including routable street data, meter address, existing meter routes); o GIS, MS Excel or text file detailing the meter name, address and the associated meter reader route it is assigned to; o Any available information regarding meter age, pressure zone, warranty information, etc; o Locations of automatic meter readers (AMRs) (including type of device at each location if available); o Available information identifying location of consistent re-reads; o Documented Meter Reader and Billing Policies and Procedures; and o Organizational charts and/or work flow charts. Task 2: Staff Interviews Dewberry will conduct interviews of up to 12 AUD staff to gather information as part of a business process analysis. This is a critical part of the study, as the meter readers and their office team will be the greatest source of information as to what is working and how to improve the routes. Ensuring the meter readers are involved in the project from the beginning and understanding what they are seeing in the field will result in not only a more accurate study, but one where the recommendations will be more Attachment number 1 \nPage 2 of 6 Item # 31 T. Wiedmeier AUD Meter Read February 3, 2012 Page 3 of 6 acceptable by the team. Dewberry will compile a list of topics and questions to address during the interviews and will present those to AUD management for review and approvals ensuring the interviews are comprehensive and effective. Part of the interview process will be to obtain information from management as to the policies and procedures related to the meter reading billing, bill auditing, route assignments, meter repair work order system, customer service issues, and meter reader accountability and performance matrix. We will discuss the career ladder program and AUD’s vision of recognizing efficient readers. In addition, we will ask questions related to how the billing software interfaces with the meter read data collection software. One expressed are of concern that we will focus on is the business processes associated with time delay between meter reading and bill generation. This information may lead to identifying Information Technology (IT) solutions to improve efficiency. Task 3: Analysis of Routes Dewberry will analyze the routes under Option 1 utilizing knowledge gained in the interviews, lessons learned from other utilities and Esri GIS tools. Option 1 does not include purchasing a routing optimization software package. For this option, Dewberry will generate a map illustrating the locations of AMR meters and meter reading routes. We will then analyze the routes by combining knowledge gained in the interviews, lessons learned from other utilities and using Esri GIS tools. We will identify ways to improve the efficiency of the routes by taking into account key elements such as: • The “read time” or the amount of time spent per meter for the various routes. It is important to note that this number must account for variations which depend on things like the number of AMRs, density of the meters, driving distances, whether the data is obtained by walking or driving, meter accessibility, etc; • The capabilities of the handheld units in the field (including the ability of meter reader to re- sequence the routes); • Determination as to whether or not the information along a roadway is gathered in one-pass or two passes. (For a one-pass area, the meter reader would “zigzag” or cross the street repeatedly in order to collect all meters on one pass.); • Identification of physical boundaries in the field which may result in non-productive travel time (such as lakes, interstates, railroad crossing, etc); • Meter defect coding by meter readers, work order process and meter repair efficiency; • Incorporation of AMR and manual meters in the same routes; and • QA/QC procedures related to re-reads and procedure for assigning routes for those re-reads. Obviously, accurate readings the first time are critical to minimizing costs incurred. The analysis of routes will be conducted by mapping the existing meter locations using the address information and associating each meter to a route. Using GIS tools, we will look at the density of the meters and any physical boundaries. We will then visually analyze the routes for any apparent inefficiencies that may exist. It should be noted that this task doesn’t include purchasing a routing optimization software package. As a result, the majority of the analysis at this time will be done visually. Attachment number 1 \nPage 3 of 6 Item # 31 T. Wiedmeier AUD Meter Read February 3, 2012 Page 4 of 6 Dewberry intends to utilize the Esri products to evaluate the current routes. Should AUD desire to do a more robust GIS analysis of the routes for optimization purposes, we will recommend a method and cost estimate for conducting that analysis. It would require purchase of a software package such as the RouteSmart software. Purchase and use of such software is not included in this proposal. (A cost estimate for the RouteSmart is provided separately for you). The maps and resulting analysis will be included in the recommendation summary report. Task 4: Policies and Procedures We will also review and make improvement recommendations to the existing policies and procedures including: • Meter reader accountability and performance metrics; • Meter reading routes; • Re-read assignments and routes; • Meter repair work order process; • Tools / Software utilized; • Customer billing grouping categories; • Bill auditing; and • Steps or processes between collecting the data in the field and billing the customer. Task 5: Future AMR Plans Dewberry will not only look at improving the efficiency and reliability of the existing AMR system, but will also assist AUD in developing a plan for converting more meters from manual to AMR. This plan is intended to improve meter reading efficiency, cut costs associated with meter reading, improve data accuracy, and improve the meter reading to billing process. We will look at a planning horizon and the annual budget for meter conversion as well as how further automation impacts the routes. If it will assist AUD in their efforts to replace the faulty meters, Dewberry will provide a map color coding AMRs where AUD has record of null readings. Task 6: Recommendation Summary Dewberry will prepare a summary report outlining the findings and recommendations of the study. Areas to enhance the effectiveness of the routes will be presented based on the findings from the interviews and Task 3 analysis. In addition, recommended enhancements to AUD policies and procedures for meter reading, meter re-reads, meter repair work order process, and billing process will be documented. We will provide best practices for using technology to improve meter reading and billing, to include recommendations on software to use for planning routes, software that may improve billing times, and field hardware or tools that may increase meter reading efficiencies. We will also outline the recommended plan for incorporating more AMRs into the system. Attachment number 1 \nPage 4 of 6 Item # 31 T. Wiedmeier AUD Meter Read February 3, 2012 Page 5 of 6 SCHEDULE Dewberry can begin work on this project immediately upon receiving a Notice to Proceed. The anticipated schedule is as follows: Task Week 1 Week 2 Week 3 Week 4 Week 5 Week 6 Week 7 Initial Data Collection Staff Interviews Analysis of Routes Policies and Procedures Enhancement Analysis of AMR replacement program Recommendations *Assume draft recommendations will be delivered in week 5; comments from AUD in week 6 and final recommendations presented in week 7. DELIVERABLES • Report summarizing the recommendations (4 copies); • Esri Geodatabase of revised routes; and • Hard Copy maps illustrating the recommended routes (4 copies). FEE Dewberry’s fee for these services is based on an hourly not to exceed cost of $49,642, as detailed below. Task Hours Cost Tech. Director Sr. PM Sr. Eng. Sr. GIS Analyst GIS Analyst Total Initial Data Collection 4 4 8 $1032 Staff Interviews 10 24 20 4 58 $8822 Analysis of Routes 16 16 24 4 56 116 $13988 Policies and Procedures Enhancement 30 34 2 10 76 $10800 AMR Prioritization 2 4 16 4 26 $3502 Recommendations 10 16 20 4 28 78 $9998 Total Labor Cost $48,142 Other Direct Costs (ODC) $1,500 Total Cost $49,642 CLARIFICATIONS OR REQUIREMENTS 1. Field work is not included in this project; Attachment number 1 \nPage 5 of 6 Item # 31 T. Wiedmeier AUD Meter Read February 3, 2012 Page 6 of 6 2. Street addresses of each meter, the meter number and the associated route will be provided by AUD in a GIS, MS Excel or text file; 3. Dewberry assumes that the meter route file will import into GIS without extensive reformatting and that the billing file can easily be joined using a field common to both datasets such as an account number. 4. Dewberry assumes that the street data contains the attributes necessary to support address matching (geo-coding) and that it contains a sufficient halo to provide for routing that may need to go out of and back into the City. 5. GIS basemap data will be provided including: orthophotography, structures, street centerlines, hydrology, and parcels. Dewberry reserves the option to request additional GIS data to support the project. 6. Dewberry intends to utilize the Esri products to evaluate the current routes. Should AUD decides to purchase a more robust optimization program, Dewberry will make recommendations and provide cost estimates for various options; 7. Dewberry will provide the results in a Esri Geodatabase compatible with the version currently utilized by AUD; and 8. Dewberry will provide electronic and hard copy deliverables. We will provide up to 4 copies of the map deliverables and 3 copies of the report. We look forward to the opportunity of serving AUD on this project. If you have any questions or need any additional information regarding our proposal, please feel free to give me a call. Sincerely, Dewberry & Davis, Inc. Teresa L. Crisp, P.E. Client Service Manager / Project Manager Attachment number 1 \nPage 6 of 6 Item # 31 Commission Meeting Agenda 4/17/2012 5:00 PM Water Efficiency Program Development Department:Utilities Caption:Motion to approve the proposal from Cavanaugh and Associates to develop Water Efficiency Program. (Approved by Engineering Services Committee April 9, 2012) Background:The Georgia Water Conservation Act passed in 2010 requires that public water systems conduct water loss audits and implement water efficiency and loss detection programs beginning in 2012. Cavanaugh and Associates has extensive experience in developing programs to address non-revenue water for water utilities. Analysis:These services will help Augusta Utilities develop key financial and performance indicators by which we can assess and manage non-revenue water. This program will help us improve the efficiency of both the water system and the Utilities Department. Financial Impact:The total cost of the project is $102,500. Alternatives:Deny proposal. Recommendation:Approve proposal from Cavanaugh and Associates to develop Water Efficiency Program. Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: 506043110-5212999 REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Finance. Procurement. Utilities Finance. Cover Memo Item # 32 Procurement. Law. Administrator. Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Item # 32 Page 1 of 7 Cavanaugh & Associates, P.A. appreciates the opportunity to provide Engineering Services for the project as referenced below: Re: Augusta Utilities Water Audit and Efficiency Programming THIS AGREEMENT, made and entered into this day of , 2012, by and between Cavanaugh & Associates, P.A., their successors or assigns, (hereinafter called “ENGINEER,” and Augusta Utilities (AU), their successors or assigns, (hereinafter called “CLIENT”). Neither ENGINEER nor CLIENT shall assign this agreement without the prior written consent of the other. Scope of Services: Phase 1 - Water Audit and EPD Delivery 1. Develop “Top Down” AWWA Water Balance o Calculate water supply sources (total volume) AU water sources Imported water sources Exported water sources o Calculate authorized consumption (total volume) Billed authorized consumption · Billed metered consumption · Billed unmetered consumption Unbilled authorized consumption · Unbilled metered consumption · Unbilled unmetered consumption o Calculate water losses (total volume) Apparent Losses · Unauthorized consumption (estimated) · Data handling errors (estimated) · Customer Metering Inaccuracies Real Losses · Leakage on transmission and/or distribution mains Attachment number 1 \nPage 1 of 7 Item # 32 Page 2 of 7 · Leakage and overflows at storage facilities · Leakage on service connections (estimated) · Pressure Review o Cavanaugh will communicate with distribution managers to review current system working pressures. Additionally, we will review available hydrant test data to identify opportunities for data management areas and pressure management areas. · Estimate of Real Losses o Cavanaugh will utilize the Top-Down Audit to segregate out all other sources as can be determined from the data supplied. Then using the connection density, length of mains and system pressure as reported in the Pressure Review section above, we will calculate the Unavoidable Annual Real Loss. This number is deducted from the aggregate loss number to create the Real Loss predictive value for AU. We will refine the number by discussing: 1. Reported Leaks 2. Improvements in quantifying reported leaks 3. Unreported loss 4. Improvements in quantifying unreported loss with key system managers 2. Determination of Revenue Water (RW) o Volume of revenue water o Value of revenue water (retail billing rates) 3. Determination of Non-Revenue Water (NRW) o Non-revenue water as percent by volume o Non-revenue water as percent by cost (marginal production cost) o Non-revenue water as percent by cost (composite retail rate) Phase 2 - Water Efficiency Program Development: 1. Development of Performance Indicators o Financial Indicators Non-revenue water as percent by volume Non-revenue water as percent by cost Annual cost of Apparent Losses (composite retail rate) Attachment number 1 \nPage 2 of 7 Item # 32 Page 3 of 7 Annual cost of Real Losses (marginal production cost) o Operational Efficiency Indicators Apparent losses per service connection/day Real losses per service connection/day Real losses per length of main/day Real losses per service connection/day/system PSI Unavoidable Annual Real Losses (UARL) o Infrastructure Leakage Index (ILI) 2. System Input Data Benchmarking o Provide a “Basis of Audit” summary, documenting sources, calculations and assumptions for audit inputs o Recommend Input data improvements necessary to improve benchmarking score 3. Prepare Summary Report and Recommendations o Identify strategies to reduce NRW o Identify potential revenue enhancements o Identify potential cost savings o Recommend next steps Phase 3 - Water Efficiency Program Implementation: 1. Months 1-2 o Develop a Key Performance Indicator (KPI) tracking tool, in accordance with the AWWA Water Audit Method o History-loading of monthly water data into KPI tracker o Assist AU with development of a specific agenda for monthly WLC team meetings – generally this will be 1) review of KPIs 2) discussion of trends and 3) discussion of water loss control strategies and implementation o Assist AU with protocols for streamlining monthly data into KPI tracker, including identification of the WLC team leader o Training of WLC team leader for synthesis of data in KPI tracker o Facilitation of monthly WLC team meetings o Documentation of WLC team meeting and action items 2. Months 3 - 4 Attachment number 1 \nPage 3 of 7 Item # 32 Page 4 of 7 o Assist AU with loading of month’s water data into KPI tracker (with WLC team leader) o Training of WLC team leader for synthesis of data in KPI tracker o Quality control review of water data and KPI tracker o Co-Facilitation of monthly WLC team meetings (with WLC team leader) o Documentation of WLC team meeting and action items 3. Months 5 - 6 o Quality control review of water data and KPI tracker o Training of WLC team leader for synthesis of data in KPI tracker o Participation in monthly WLC team meetings o Provision of support to WLC team leader o Documentation of WLC team meeting and action items The above scope does not include: · Any other service not specifically described in the above scope of services. CLIENT’S Responsibilities: 1. Single Representative: The CLIENT shall designate a single representative with respect to the services to be rendered under this Agreement who shall act on behalf of the CLIENT and issue instructions to the ENGINEER. 2. Criteria and Information: The CLIENT shall provide all criteria and full information as to its requirements for the Project, including objectives, constraints, projected demands and service areas, and performance requirements. 3. Access: The CLIENT shall arrange access for the ENGINEER to all public and private properties where such access is required for the performance of services under this Agreement. 4. Reviews: The CLIENT shall examine all work products presented by the ENGINEER and shall render decisions pertaining thereto within a reasonable time as not to delay the services of the ENGINEER. 5. Regulatory Fees: The CLIENT shall furnish all required fees for regulatory approval of the project. Attachment number 1 \nPage 4 of 7 Item # 32 Page 5 of 7 Hidden Conditions A condition is hidden if concealed by existing finishes or is not capable of investigation by reasonable visual observation. If the ENGINEER has reason to believe that such a condition may exist, the CLIENT shall authorize and pay all cost associated with the investigation of such a condition and, if necessary, all costs necessary to correct said condition. If (1) the CLIENT fails to authorize such investigation or correction after due notification, or (2) the ENGINEER has no reason to believe that such a condition exists, the CLIENT is responsible for all risks associated with this condition, and the ENGINEER shall not be responsible for the existing condition nor any resulting damages to persons or property. Fee Arrangement The fee for the Engineering Services described in the above scope will be compensated as follows: Lump Sum Fee: Phase 1 - Water Audit and EPD Delivery………………………..………………………… In process Phase 2 - Water Efficiency Program Development………………………………………. $55,300.00 Phase 3 - Water Efficiency Program Implementation……………………………………. $47,200.00 These fees do not include any permit application fees. Such fees will be paid directly by the CLIENT. Additional Services Cavanaugh & Associates, P.A. can provide services that are required in addition to those being provided and outlined in this proposal at hourly rates. If additional services are required, the rates for those additional services will Attachment number 1 \nPage 5 of 7 Item # 32 Page 6 of 7 be negotiated or we can provide an additional proposal in lieu of using hourly rates. Billing/Payment All invoices are due upon receipt. Interest will be due at 1 1/2% per month on outstanding invoices in excess of 30 days. If payment is not made by the stated date on the invoice, Cavanaugh & Associates, P. A. may exercise the right to terminate the performance of services without further obligation to the Client. Payment will still be due for services completed to the time this option is exercised. In the event that any portion or all of an account remains unpaid for 90 days after billing, the Client shall pay the cost of collection, including attorney’s fees. Professional Liability ENGINEER maintains professional liability coverage for damages as a result of our negligent acts, errors, or omissions. Our liability for this project will be limited to $120,000.00. Upon request, a certificate of insurance can be provided as proof of coverage. Termination of Services Either party may terminate this agreement upon 10 days written notice should the other fail to perform his/her obligations. In the event of termination, the Client shall pay the ENGINEER for all services, rendered to the date of termination. Period of Service If the ENGINEER is delayed by circumstances outside of his control, then the ENGINEER shall promptly notify the CLIENT in writing citing such delay. If the delay will cause a monetary impact to the ENGINEER, then the ENGINEER shall notify the CLIENT in writing of such projected costs. Acceptance Attachment number 1 \nPage 6 of 7 Item # 32 Page 7 of 7 This Agreement represents the entire and integrated Agreement between CLIENT and ENGINEER. It supersedes all prior and contemporaneous communications, representations, and agreements, whether oral or written, relating to the subject matter of this Agreement. Any alteration made to this Agreement by either party will render the Agreement null and void. If this Agreement meets with your approval, please sign and return both copies to our office to serve as our contractual agreement and authorization to proceed. We will execute and return one copy to you. We look forward to working with you on this project. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have caused this Agreement to be signed by their duly authorized officers in duplicate originals, the day and year first above written. Cavanaugh & Associates, P.A. Augusta Utilities M. Steve Cavanaugh, Jr., PE Dat e Dat e President Witnessed By: Dat e Witnessed By: Dat e Attachment number 1 \nPage 7 of 7 Item # 32 Commission Meeting Agenda 4/17/2012 5:00 PM Windsor Spring Rd Ph V Appraisals Department:Abie L. Ladson, P.E., Director Caption:Motion to authorize the Engineering Department to enter into an agreement with Jack L. Minor Realty Company for the purpose of preparing the appraisals on the Windsor Spring Road Phase V Project, from State Route 88 in Hephzibah to Willis Foreman Road, CPB #323-04-299823786, at a cost of $159,500. Funds are available in the project Right of Way account for the Engineering Department. (Approved by Engineering Services Committee April 9, 2012) Background:On April 6, 1999 the Augusta, Georgia Commission approved for Augusta, Georgia to enter into an agreement with the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) to accept responsibility for the project preliminary engineering, right of way acquisition and relocation of utilities on the Windsor Spring Road Phase V project. The project will widen and reconstruct Windsor Spring Road to 4 lanes with a 19’ raised median from SR 88 in Hephzibah to Willis Foreman Road and replace the bridge over Norfolk Southern Railroad. Funding for the right of way is a joint effort between Augusta, Georgia ($1,198,000) and GDOT (not to exceed $4,236,500). Augusta, Georgia is responsible for the acquisition and r/w activities are underway. Final design activities are underway. GDOT is responsible for the construction cost and the current estimated cost is $13,246,372. The current let date is November 2013. Analysis:The acquisition of the right of way for this project shall be in accordance with the Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act of 1970 (Federal-aid Highway Act) and GDOT regulations and guidelines. These policies ensure that each parcel of right of way needed to improve transportation facilities is entitled to fair market value compensation. The fair market value for each parcel is established by Certified Real Estate Appraisers that are pre-qualified and approved by GDOT. The Procurement Department advertised bids for this service with a deadline of February 29, 2012. Two (2) bids were received and the low bid was from Jack L. Minor Realty Company at a cost of $159,500. Mr. Minor meets the qualifications established by Cover Memo Item # 33 GDOT to perform this work. The other bid received was in the amount of $224,200. Financial Impact:The fee proposed for this is $159,500 with funding available in account number 323-041110-5411120/299823766 to be transferred to 323-041110-5411120/299823786 upon Commission approval. Alternatives:1: Authorize the Engineering Department to enter into an agreement with Jack L. Minor Realty Company for the purpose of preparing the appraisals on the Windsor Spring Road Phase V project, from State Route 88 in Hephzibah to Willis Foreman Road, CPB #323-04-299823786, at a cost of $159,500. Funds are available in the project Right of Way account for the Engineering Department. 2: Do not approve and delay progress on a project that is critical to south Augusta. Recommendation:Approve Alternate 1. Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: Funds available in the following account: 323-041110- 5411120/299823786-5411120 REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Finance. Procurement. Law. Administrator. Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Item # 33 Attachment number 1 \nPage 1 of 2 Item # 33 Attachment number 1 \nPage 2 of 2 Item # 33 CORRECTED COPY Invitation to Bid Sealed bids will be received at this office on Wednesday, February 29, 2012 @ 3:00 p.m. for furnishing: Bid Item 12-124 Appraisals on Windsor Spring Road Phase V for Engineering 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 viewed on the Augusta, Georgia web site under the Procurement Department ARCbid. 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 by fax to 706 821-2811 or by email to procbidandcontract@augustaga.gov to the office of the Procurement Department by Friday, February 17, 2012 @ 5:00 p.m. No bid will be accepted by fax, all must be received by mail or hand delivered. No Bid may be withdrawn for a period of 90 days after time has been called on the date of opening. Invitation for bids and specifications. 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. All requests to waive or modify any such material condition shall be submitted through the Procurement Director to the appropriate committee of the Augusta, Georgia Commission for approval by the Augusta, Georgia Commission. Please mark BID number on the outside of the envelope. Bidders are cautioned that acquisition of BID documents through any source other than the office of the Procurement Department is not advisable. Acquisition of BID documents from unauthorized sources places the bidder at the risk of receiving incomplete or inaccurate information upon which to base his qualifications. GERI A. SAMS, Procurement Director Augusta Chronicle January 26, February 2, 9, 16, 2012 Metro Courier February 1, 2012 cc: Tameka Allen Deputy Administrator Abie Ladson Engineering Department Hameed Malik Engineering Department Jim Williamson Engineering Department Revised: 8/15/2011 Attachment number 2 \nPage 1 of 1 Item # 33 VENDORS Jack L. Minor Realty Co., Inc. 429 Telfair Street Augusta, GA 30901 Moreland Altobelli 211 Beaver Ruin Rd Ste 190 Norcross, GA 30071 Maxwell Appraisal Group The Lamar Building 753 Broad St., Suite 502 Augusta, GA 30901 Attachment B YES YES E-Verify #453621 53328 Addendum YES YES Parcel No. Bid Amount Bid Amount Bid Amount 1 $900.00 $800.00 2 $1,200.00 $800.00 2A $1,800.00 $2,950.00 3 $1,200.00 $800.00 4 NO BID $800.00 5 $1,200.00 $800.00 6 $1,200.00 $800.00 7 $1,200.00 $800.00 8 $1,200.00 $800.00 9 $4,500.00 $3,500.00 10 $2,900.00 $3,500.00 11 $2,900.00 $3,500.00 11A $1,200.00 $800.00 12 $2,900.00 $3,500.00 13 $1,900.00 $2,900.00 14 $1,900.00 $2,900.00 15 $1,200.00 $800.00 16 $1,200.00 $800.00 17 $1,200.00 $800.00 18 $1,200.00 $800.00 19 $1,300.00 $2,900.00 20 $1,300.00 $2,900.00 21 $1,300.00 $2,900.00 22 $1,300.00 $2,900.00 23 $1,300.00 $2,950.00 24 $1,300.00 $2,950.00 25 $900.00 $800.00 Bid Item #12-124 Windsor Spring Road - Phase V - Appraiser Services for Augusta, Georgia - Engineering Department Bid Due: Wednesday, February 29, 2012 @ 3:00 p.m. Submitted No Bid Response Page 1 of 5 Attachment number 3 \nPage 1 of 5 Item # 33 VENDORS Jack L. Minor Realty Co., Inc. 429 Telfair Street Augusta, GA 30901 Moreland Altobelli 211 Beaver Ruin Rd Ste 190 Norcross, GA 30071 Maxwell Appraisal Group The Lamar Building 753 Broad St., Suite 502 Augusta, GA 30901 Bid Item #12-124 Windsor Spring Road - Phase V - Appraiser Services for Augusta, Georgia - Engineering Department Bid Due: Wednesday, February 29, 2012 @ 3:00 p.m. 26 $1,300.00 $2,950.00 27 $900.00 $800.00 28 $1,300.00 $2,950.00 29 $1,300.00 $2,950.00 30 $1,300.00 $2,950.00 31 $900.00 $800.00 33 $1,300.00 $2,500.00 34 $1,300.00 $2,950.00 35 $1,300.00 $2,950.00 36 $1,300.00 $2,950.00 37 $1,300.00 $2,950.00 38 $1,300.00 $2,950.00 39 $1,300.00 $800.00 40 $1,900.00 $2,950.00 41 $1,900.00 $2,900.00 42 $900.00 $800.00 43 $1,300.00 $2,900.00 44 $1,300.00 $2,950.00 45 $1,300.00 $2,950.00 46 $1,300.00 $2,950.00 47 $900.00 $800.00 48 $1,300.00 $2,950.00 49 $900.00 $800.00 50 $1,300.00 $2,950.00 51 $1,300.00 $2,950.00 52 $1,300.00 $2,950.00 52A $1,300.00 $2,950.00 53 $1,300.00 $2,950.00 54 $900.00 $800.00 55 $900.00 $800.00 56 $900.00 $800.00 Page 2 of 5 Attachment number 3 \nPage 2 of 5 Item # 33 VENDORS Jack L. Minor Realty Co., Inc. 429 Telfair Street Augusta, GA 30901 Moreland Altobelli 211 Beaver Ruin Rd Ste 190 Norcross, GA 30071 Maxwell Appraisal Group The Lamar Building 753 Broad St., Suite 502 Augusta, GA 30901 Bid Item #12-124 Windsor Spring Road - Phase V - Appraiser Services for Augusta, Georgia - Engineering Department Bid Due: Wednesday, February 29, 2012 @ 3:00 p.m. 57 $1,300.00 $2,900.00 58 $900.00 $800.00 59 $900.00 $800.00 60 $900.00 $800.00 61 $1,300.00 $2,900.00 62 $900.00 $800.00 63 NO BID $800.00 64 $1,300.00 $2,950.00 65 $2,000.00 $2,950.00 66 $1,300.00 $2,950.00 67 $1,300.00 $2,950.00 69 $1,200.00 $800.00 70 $900.00 $800.00 71 $900.00 $800.00 72 $900.00 $800.00 73 $900.00 $800.00 74 $900.00 $800.00 75 $900.00 $800.00 76 $1,200.00 $800.00 77 $900.00 $800.00 78 $900.00 $800.00 79 $900.00 $800.00 80 $900.00 $800.00 81 $900.00 $800.00 82 $1,300.00 $2,950.00 83 $1,300.00 $2,950.00 84 $900.00 $800.00 85 $900.00 $800.00 86 $900.00 $800.00 87 $900.00 $800.00 88 $900.00 $800.00 Page 3 of 5 Attachment number 3 \nPage 3 of 5 Item # 33 VENDORS Jack L. Minor Realty Co., Inc. 429 Telfair Street Augusta, GA 30901 Moreland Altobelli 211 Beaver Ruin Rd Ste 190 Norcross, GA 30071 Maxwell Appraisal Group The Lamar Building 753 Broad St., Suite 502 Augusta, GA 30901 Bid Item #12-124 Windsor Spring Road - Phase V - Appraiser Services for Augusta, Georgia - Engineering Department Bid Due: Wednesday, February 29, 2012 @ 3:00 p.m. 89 $900.00 $800.00 91 $900.00 $800.00 92 $900.00 $800.00 93 $900.00 $800.00 94 $900.00 $800.00 95 $900.00 $2,950.00 96 $900.00 $800.00 97 $900.00 $800.00 98 $900.00 $800.00 99 $900.00 $800.00 100 $900.00 $800.00 101 $900.00 $800.00 101A $900.00 $800.00 102 $1,300.00 $2,950.00 103 $900.00 $2,950.00 104 $900.00 $800.00 105 $900.00 $800.00 106 $900.00 $800.00 107 $900.00 $800.00 108 $1,300.00 $2,950.00 109 $900.00 $800.00 110 $1,300.00 $2,900.00 111 $1,300.00 $2,950.00 112 $900.00 $800.00 113 $900.00 $800.00 114 $900.00 $800.00 115 $900.00 $800.00 116 $900.00 $800.00 117 $1,200.00 $800.00 117A $900.00 $800.00 118 $900.00 $800.00 Page 4 of 5 Attachment number 3 \nPage 4 of 5 Item # 33 VENDORS Jack L. Minor Realty Co., Inc. 429 Telfair Street Augusta, GA 30901 Moreland Altobelli 211 Beaver Ruin Rd Ste 190 Norcross, GA 30071 Maxwell Appraisal Group The Lamar Building 753 Broad St., Suite 502 Augusta, GA 30901 Bid Item #12-124 Windsor Spring Road - Phase V - Appraiser Services for Augusta, Georgia - Engineering Department Bid Due: Wednesday, February 29, 2012 @ 3:00 p.m. 119 $900.00 $800.00 119A $900.00 $800.00 120 $900.00 $800.00 121A $900.00 $800.00 123 $1,300.00 $2,950.00 126 $900.00 $800.00 127 $900.00 $800.00 128 $900.00 $800.00 130 $900.00 $800.00 131 $900.00 $800.00 132 $1,300.00 $2,950.00 133 $1,300.00 $2,950.00 134 $900.00 $800.00 135 $900.00 $800.00 136 $900.00 $800.00 137 $900.00 $800.00 138 $900.00 $800.00 139 $900.00 $800.00 140 $900.00 $800.00 TOTAL $159,500.00 $224,200.00 Page 5 of 5 Attachment number 3 \nPage 5 of 5 Item # 33 Attachment number 4 \nPage 1 of 1 Item # 33 Attachment number 5 \nPage 1 of 2 Item # 33 Attachment number 5 \nPage 2 of 2 Item # 33 Commission Meeting Agenda 4/17/2012 5:00 PM Minutes Department:Clerk of Commission Caption:Motion to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of the Commission held March 28, 2012 and the Special Called Meeting held on April 9, 2012. Background: Analysis: Financial Impact: Alternatives: Recommendation: Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Cover Memo Item # 34 Commission Meeting Agenda 4/17/2012 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: Cover Memo Item # 35