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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2013-09-03-Meeting Agenda Commission Meeting Agenda Commission Chamber 9/3/2013 5:00 PM INVOCATION: Dr. George Robertson, Pastor, First Presbyterian Church PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA. Five (5) minute time limit per delegation DELEGATIONS A. Presentation from the Augusta Arts in the Heart regarding their upcoming 2013 Festival - Celebration of Community. Attachments CONSENT AGENDA (Items 1-10) PLANNING 1. ZA-R-230 – A request for concurrence with the Augusta Georgia Planning Commission to approve a petition to amend the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance for Augusta, Georgia by amending Section 21-1 (b) – Permitted Uses by adding Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers. (Approved by the Commission August 20, 2013 - second reading) Attachments PUBLIC SERVICES 2. Motion to approve of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Grant for the Airport Master Plan Update. (This item was received by the Airport the morning the 26th of August 2013 and must be returned to the FAA by the 12th of September 2013. Due to the time constraints the agenda item was not processed through regular meeting channels.) (Approved by Public Services Committee August 26, 2013) Attachments ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES 3. Motion to direct the Law Department and DBE Director to meet and come back with a finished product at the next legal meeting regarding Augusta, Georgia's DBE Program for federally assisted contracts in order to comply with the Department of Transportation's program and update of the DBE rules 49 CFR Part 23. (Approved by Administrative Services Committee August 26, 2013) Attachments 4. Motion to approve Laney Walker/Bethlehem Revitalization Project – Bridge Loan request of $2,500,000.00 and return whatever amount is not used; task the Administrator, Finance Department and Mr. Wheeler to identify an additional funding stream to continue the LW/B Project and bring back recommendation in six months; and to determine whether it is more economical to bring the consulting task in-house rather than outsourcing it. (Approved by Administrative Services Committee August 26, 2013) Attachments ENGINEERING SERVICES 5. Motion to approve the deeds of dedication, maintenance agreements, and road resolutions submitted by the Engineering and Augusta Utilities Departments for Haynes Station, Phase 2A, including Pullman Circle and a portion of Rosland Circle in Phase I.(Approved by Engineering Services Committee August 26, 2013) Attachments 6. Motion to determine that a portion of Deans Bridge Road, as shown on the attached plat (Right-of-Way between 3343 Deans Bridge Road and 3341 Deans Bridge Road) has ceased to be used by the public to the extent that no substantial public purpose is served by it or that its removal from the county road system is otherwise in the best public interest, pursuant to O.C.G.A. §32-7-2, with the abandoned property to be quit-claimed to the appropriate party(ies), as provided by law and an easement to be retained over the entire abandoned portion for existing or future utilities as directed by Augusta Engineering Department and Augusta Utilities Department. (Approved by Engineering Services Committee August 26, 2013) Attachments 7. Motion to determine that Telfair Lane, as shown on the attached plat has Attachments ceased to be used by the public to the extent that no substantial public purpose is served by it or that its removal from the county road system is otherwise in the best public interest, pursuant to O.C.G.A. §32-7-2, with the abandoned property to be quit-claimed to the appropriate party(ies), as provided by law and an easement to be retained over the entire abandoned portion for existing or future utilities as directed by Augusta Engineering Department and Augusta Utilities Department. (Approved by Engineering Services Committee August 26, 2013) 8. Motion to approve a resolution creating street lighting districts. (Approved by Engineering Services Committee August 26, 2013) Attachments PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS 9. Motion to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of the Commission held August 20, 2013 and Special Called Legal Meeting held August 20, 2013. Attachments SUBCOMMITTEE Ethics Reform Study Subcommittee 10. Motion to approve an Ordinance to amend the Augusta, GA Code Article One, Chapter One, Sections 1-1-23, 1-1-26 and 1-1-27 relating to county employees or public officials participating directly or indirectly in procurement contracts and rules of conduct for employees and public officials of Augusta; to provide for hearing procedures for alleged ethical violations; to provide for additional penalties for ethical violations; to repeal all Code sections and Ordinances and parts of Code sections and Ordinances in conflict herewith; to provide an effective date and for other purposes. (Approved by the Commission August 20, 2013 - second reading) Attachments ****END CONSENT AGENDA**** AUGUSTA COMMISSION 9/3/2013 AUGUSTA COMMISSION REGULAR AGENDA Upcoming Meetings www.augustaga.gov 9/3/2013 (Items 11-13) PUBLIC SERVICES 11. An Ordinance to Amend the Augusta, GA Code Title One Chapter Two Article One Section 1-2-2 Relating to the Time for Commission Meetings of the Augusta, Georgia Board of Commissioners; To Repeal All Code Sections and Ordinances and Parts of Code Sections and Ordinances in Conflict Herewith; To Provide an Effective Date and For Other Purposes. (No recommendation from Public Services Committee August 26, 2013) Attachments PUBLIC SAFETY 12. Motion to approve an agreement between the State Court of Richmond County and Sentinel Probation Services for the year 2013-2014. (No recommendation Public Safety Committee August 26, 2013) Attachments LEGAL MEETING A. Pending and Potential Litigation. B. Real Estate. C. Personnel. 13. Motion to authorize execution by the Mayor of the affidavit of compliance with Georgia's Open Meeting Act. Commission Meeting Agenda 9/3/2013 5:00 PM Invocation Department: Caption:Dr. George Robertson, Pastor, First Presbyterian 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 9/3/2013 5:00 PM Greater Augusta Arts Council Department: Caption:Presentation from the Augusta Arts in the Heart regarding their upcoming 2013 Festival - Celebration of Community. Background: Analysis: Financial Impact: Alternatives: Recommendation: Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Cover Memo Item # 2 Commission Meeting Agenda 9/3/2013 5:00 PM ZA-R-230 Department:Planning Commission Caption: ZA-R-230 – A request for concurrence with the Augusta Georgia Planning Commission to approve a petition to amend the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance for Augusta, Georgia by amending Section 21-1 (b) – Permitted Uses by adding Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers. (Approved by the Commission August 20, 2013 - second reading) Background: Analysis: Financial Impact: Alternatives: Recommendation: Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Cover Memo Item # 3 ORDINANCE ______ An Ordinance to amend the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance adopted by the Augusta, Georgia Commission effective September 16, 1997 by amending Sections 21 – Neighborhood Business and 26 – Special Exceptions THE AUGUSTA COMMISSION HEREBY ORDAINS: SECTIO I. That the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance is amended by adding the following language in Section 21-1(b) – Neighborhood Business (33) Group day care homes and day care centers. 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 __________________, 2013. __________________________________________ MAYOR, AUGUSTA COMMISSION AUGUSTA, GEORGIA ATTEST: ________________________________________ LENA BONNER, CLERK First Reading: ____________________________ Second Reading: __________________________ Attachment number 1 \nPage 1 of 1 Item # 3 Commission Meeting Agenda 9/3/2013 5:00 PM Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Grant Department:Augusta Regional Airport Caption:Motion to approve of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Grant for the Airport Master Plan Update. (This item was received by the Airport the morning the 26th of August 2013 and must be returned to the FAA by the 12th of September 2013. Due to the time constraints the agenda item was not processed through regular meeting channels.) (Approved by Public Services Committee August 26, 2013) Background:The Augusta Regional Airport applied for a grant from the FAA to assist with the cost of the Master Plan Update. The Augusta Aviation Commission has already approved the application for the FAA Grant and the Work Authorization for the project pending these Federal Grant Proceeds. Analysis:The Airport Master Plan has not been updated since 2001. Since then there has been several construction projects. Financial Impact:The FAA has agreed to fund part of the above titled project with a grant in the amount of $568,401.00. Alternatives:Deny request. Recommendation:Accept the FAA Grant for the Airport Master Plan Update in the amount of $568,401.00. Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: 551081304/3313111 90% of the project expense with account 551081304/5412110 REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Cover Memo Item # 4 Attachment number 1 \nPage 1 of 2 Item # 4 Attachment number 1 \nPage 2 of 2 Item # 4 Commission Meeting Agenda 9/3/2013 5:00 PM An Ordinance to Amend the Augusta, GA Code Title One Chapter Two Article One Section 1-2-2 Relating to the Time for Commission Meetings of the Augusta, Georgia Board of Commissioners Department:Law Caption:An Ordinance to Amend the Augusta, GA Code Title One Chapter Two Article One Section 1-2-2 Relating to the Time for Commission Meetings of the Augusta, Georgia Board of Commissioners; To Repeal All Code Sections and Ordinances and Parts of Code Sections and Ordinances in Conflict Herewith; To Provide an Effective Date and For Other Purposes. (No recommendation from Public Services Committee August 26, 2013) Background: Analysis: Financial Impact: Alternatives: Recommendation:Approve Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Cover Memo Item # 5 ORDINANCE NO. __________________ AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE AUGUSTA, GA CODE TITLE ONE CHAPTER TWO ARTICLE ONE SECTION 1-2-2 RELATING TO THE TIME FOR COMMISSION MEETINGS OF THE AUGUSTA, GEORGIA BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS; TO REPEAL ALL CODE SECTIONS AND ORDINANCES AND PARTS OF CODE SECTIONS AND ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; TO PROVIDE AN EFFECTIVE DATE AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES. WHEREAS, Section 1-2-2 of the AUGUSTA, GA CODE currently states that “[r]egular Commission meetings shall be held on the first and third Tuesday of each month at 5:00 pm at the Municipal Building;” and WHEREAS, on July 16, 2013, the Commission voted to modify the start time for regular Commission meetings to 2:00 pm; and WHEREAS, it is the desire of the Commission to amend AUGUSTA, GA CODE Section 1- 2-2 to be consistent with its July 16, 2013 vote. THE AUGUSTA, GEORGIA COMMISSION hereby ordains as follows: SECTION 1. Augusta, GA Code Section 1-2-2 as forth in the Augusta, GA Code, re-adopted July 10, 2007, is hereby amended by striking this section in its entirety as set forth in “Exhibit A” hereto. A new Code Section 1-2-2 is hereby inserted to replace the repealed Code Section as set forth in “Exhibit B” hereto. SECTION 2. This ordinance shall become effective upon approval. SECTION 3. All ordinances, parts of ordinances, policies, and procedures concerning the time or location of Commission, Committee, or Legal meetings in conflict herewith are hereby repealed. Adopted this ____ day of _______________, 2013. ______________________________ David S. Copenhaver As its Mayor Attest: ________________________________ Lena J. Bonner, Clerk of Commission 1st Reading:______________________ 2nd Reading:______________________ Attachment number 1 \nPage 1 of 3 Item # 5 Exhibit A STRIKE: Sec. 1-2-2. Meeting-Time and place; committees. (a) Regular Commission meetings shall be held on the first and third Tuesday of each month at 5:00 p.m. at the Municipal Building, in the Lee Beard Commission Chambers or such other Commission Chambers as may be created in the future. (b) Regular Commission meetings for legal matters and matters requiring urgent approval shall be held on the second and last Monday of every month at 12:00 p.m. (noon) at the Municipal Building, in the Lee Beard Commission Chambers or such other Commission Chambers as may be created in the future. (c) All regular Committee meetings shall be held on the second and last Monday of every month beginning at 12:45 p.m. at the Municipal Building, in the Lee Beard Commission Chambers or such other Commission Chambers as may be created in the future. (d) Other called meetings of the Commission and Committees and the subject, dates and time of these meetings may be scheduled as needed and notification of such meetings shall be provided to the public in advance as required by law. (e) If there is a necessity to change the time and date of the regular meeting of the Commission or Committees or of any specially called meeting or any Legal meeting, this shall be done by request of the Mayor or a majority of the members of the Commission, provided a majority of the Commissioners can attend the meeting which shall be held on a different day and shall be given the notice herein required. (f) The Commission may hold such additional meetings as shall be deemed necessary when called by the Mayor or a majority of the members of the Commission, provided all members shall have been notified at least twenty-four (24) hours in advance of the special meeting. Provided, further, that a majority of the Commission may convene the same in extraordinary session for emergency business, such a natural disaster or civic disturbance, whenever in their judgment it may be necessary. (g) Any action taken at any committee meeting (other than to postpone the agenda item to the next, or a future, committee meeting) shall be placed on the agenda of the regular meeting, regular called meeting, or special meeting of the full Commission for approval of the action of the committee. Attachment number 1 \nPage 2 of 3 Item # 5 Exhibit B REPLACE WITH: Sec. 1-2-2. Meeting-Time and place; committees. (a) Regular Commission meetings shall be held on the first and third Tuesday of each month at 2:00 p.m. at the Municipal Building, in the Lee Beard Commission Chambers or such other Commission Chambers as may be created in the future. (b) Regular Commission meetings for legal matters and matters requiring urgent approval shall be held on the second and last Monday of every month at 12:00 p.m. (noon) at the Municipal Building, in the Lee Beard Commission Chambers or such other Commission Chambers as may be created in the future. (c) All regular Committee meetings shall be held on the second and last Monday of every month beginning at 12:45 p.m. at the Municipal Building, in the Lee Beard Commission Chambers or such other Commission Chambers as may be created in the future. (d) Other called meetings of the Commission and Committees and the subject, dates and time of these meetings may be scheduled as needed and notification of such meetings shall be provided to the public in advance as required by law. (e) If there is a necessity to change the time and date of the regular meeting of the Commission or Committees or of any specially called meeting or any Legal meeting, this shall be done by request of the Mayor or a majority of the members of the Commission, provided a majority of the Commissioners can attend the meeting which shall be held on a different day and shall be given the notice herein required. (f) The Commission may hold such additional meetings as shall be deemed necessary when called by the Mayor or a majority of the members of the Commission, provided all members shall have been notified at least twenty-four (24) hours in advance of the special meeting. Provided, further, that a majority of the Commission may convene the same in extraordinary session for emergency business, such a natural disaster or civic disturbance, whenever in their judgment it may be necessary. (g) Any action taken at any committee meeting (other than to postpone the agenda item to the next, or a future, committee meeting) shall be placed on the agenda of the regular meeting, regular called meeting, or special meeting of the full Commission for approval of the action of the committee. Attachment number 1 \nPage 3 of 3 Item # 5 Commission Meeting Agenda 9/3/2013 5:00 PM DBE Program Update Department: Caption:Motion to direct the Law Department and DBE Director to meet and come back with a finished product at the next legal meeting regarding Augusta, Georgia's DBE Program for federally assisted contracts in order to comply with the Department of Transportation's program and update of the DBE rules 49 CFR Part 23. (Approved by Administrative Services Committee August 26, 2013) Background:The Law Department submitted a DBE Program to this commission on 3/12/2012, which was approved and signed by the Mayor. FTA submitted a letter July 2013 indicating Augusta, Georgia - Augusta Public Transportation DBE Program was not approved. FTA provided a sample copy of the required language and identified several areas of concerns. The DBE Liaison has revised and completed the DBE Program based on 49 CFR, Part 26 guidelines and addressed all identified concerns. Analysis:None Financial Impact:Augusta, Georgia may potentially lose federal funding. Alternatives:Deny the Motion to Amend. Recommendation:Approve the Motion to Amend Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: None REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Cover Memo Item # 6 Attachment number 1 \nPage 1 of 54 Item # 6 Attachment number 1 \nPage 2 of 54 Item # 6 Attachment number 1 \nPage 3 of 54 Item # 6 Attachment number 1 \nPage 4 of 54 Item # 6 Attachment number 1 \nPage 5 of 54 Item # 6 Attachment number 1 \nPage 6 of 54 Item # 6 Attachment number 1 \nPage 7 of 54 Item # 6 Attachment number 1 \nPage 8 of 54 Item # 6 Attachment number 1 \nPage 9 of 54 Item # 6 Attachment number 1 \nPage 10 of 54 Item # 6 Attachment number 1 \nPage 11 of 54 Item # 6 Attachment number 1 \nPage 12 of 54 Item # 6 Attachment number 1 \nPage 13 of 54 Item # 6 Attachment number 1 \nPage 14 of 54 Item # 6 Attachment number 1 \nPage 15 of 54 Item # 6 Attachment number 1 \nPage 16 of 54 Item # 6 Attachment number 1 \nPage 17 of 54 Item # 6 Attachment number 1 \nPage 18 of 54 Item # 6 Attachment number 1 \nPage 19 of 54 Item # 6 Attachment number 1 \nPage 20 of 54 Item # 6 Attachment number 1 \nPage 21 of 54 Item # 6 Attachment number 1 \nPage 22 of 54 Item # 6 Attachment number 1 \nPage 23 of 54 Item # 6 Attachment number 1 \nPage 24 of 54 Item # 6 Attachment number 1 \nPage 25 of 54 Item # 6 Attachment number 1 \nPage 26 of 54 Item # 6 Attachment number 1 \nPage 27 of 54 Item # 6 Attachment number 1 \nPage 28 of 54 Item # 6 Attachment number 1 \nPage 29 of 54 Item # 6 Attachment number 1 \nPage 30 of 54 Item # 6 Attachment number 1 \nPage 31 of 54 Item # 6 Attachment number 1 \nPage 32 of 54 Item # 6 Attachment number 1 \nPage 33 of 54 Item # 6 Attachment number 1 \nPage 34 of 54 Item # 6 Attachment number 1 \nPage 35 of 54 Item # 6 Attachment number 1 \nPage 36 of 54 Item # 6 Attachment number 1 \nPage 37 of 54 Item # 6 Attachment number 1 \nPage 38 of 54 Item # 6 Attachment number 1 \nPage 39 of 54 Item # 6 Attachment number 1 \nPage 40 of 54 Item # 6 Attachment number 1 \nPage 41 of 54 Item # 6 Attachment number 1 \nPage 42 of 54 Item # 6 Attachment number 1 \nPage 43 of 54 Item # 6 Attachment number 1 \nPage 44 of 54 Item # 6 Attachment number 1 \nPage 45 of 54 Item # 6 Attachment number 1 \nPage 46 of 54 Item # 6 Attachment number 1 \nPage 47 of 54 Item # 6 Attachment number 1 \nPage 48 of 54 Item # 6 Attachment number 1 \nPage 49 of 54 Item # 6 Attachment number 1 \nPage 50 of 54 Item # 6 Attachment number 1 \nPage 51 of 54 Item # 6 Attachment number 1 \nPage 52 of 54 Item # 6 Attachment number 1 \nPage 53 of 54 Item # 6 Attachment number 1 \nPage 54 of 54 Item # 6 Commission Meeting Agenda 9/3/2013 5:00 PM Laney Walker/Bethlehem (LW/B) Revitalization Project – Bridge Loan Request Department:Housing and Community Development Department (AHCDD) Caption:Motion to approve Laney Walker/Bethlehem Revitalization Project – Bridge Loan request of $2,500,000.00 and return whatever amount is not used; task the Administrator, Finance Department and Mr. Wheeler to identify an additional funding stream to continue the LW/B Project and bring back recommendation in six months; and to determine whether it is more economical to bring the consulting task in-house rather than outsourcing it. (Approved by Administrative Services Committee August 26, 2013) Background:To continue the redevelopment of the Laney Walker and Bethlehem Historic Districts respectively, additional capital is needed to keep existing momentum and to assist with an array of project development related expenses(see attached budget) critical to continuing the redevelopment work and our commitments (to partners) in several developmental nodes to include most notably: Pine Street/11th Street/12th Street New Construction and Restoration of Single Family Homes on Pine Street and Eleventh (11th) Street, Homeowner Rental Rehabilitation Projects on Eleventh (11th) Street, Market Rate Rental Projects on Twelfth (12th) Street. Twiggs Circle Phase 2 – Acquisition/Demolition/Construction/Restoration/Other of the 1400 block of Twiggs Street; These Phase 2 actions will compliment Phase 1, a partnership with the Augusta Housing Authority, in which we are newly constructing sixteen (16) duplexes and eight (8) single family housing units. Phase 1 has already begun. Holley Street Commons New Construction of Single Family Homes, Sound Wall Barrier – design (of) and construction (of). Note: See Budget for Detailed Listing of All Projects Cover Memo Item # 7 To date, our success is the result of a strategy that has been very carefully implemented, that has yielded noticeable neighborhood improvements which have been appreciated by citizens of each respective neighborhood, and acknowledged by redevelopment and planning professionals both regionally and nationally. Therefore to continue to build upon this success without pause, we (Housing and Community Development Department) need your understanding, commitment and most importantly your support. The details of the Laney Walker /Bethlehem development for the period of July 2013 through October 2015 is attached. The details of the Twiggs Circle project is provided under separate cover. Analysis:If supported by the Augusta City Commission, the Housing and Community Development Department will be able to continue the transformation of Augusta’s Urban Core (Laney Walker & Bethlehem Historic Districts) into a model city for the 21st century. Financial Impact:If approved by the City Commission, the Laney Walker/Bethlehem Revitalization Project will be financially supported by $2,500,000.00 from a source to be determined by the Administrator and Finance Director. One hundred percent of the borrowed funding ($2,500,000.00) will be paid at the time of the 2015 bond issuance closing. Alternatives:None Recommended. Recommendation:Accept this Bridge Loan Request (and terms) as presented. Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: Not Applicable -- Due to the nature of this request. REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Cover Memo Item # 7 LWB FUNDS NEEDED THROUGH BOND FINANCING JULY 2013 - OCTOBER 2015 AREA/SERVICE BASIS UNITS BOND OTHER NOTES PROJECT MANAGEMENT $1,050,000 27 MONTHS - THROUGH OCTOBER 2015 MARKETING $280,000 27 MONTH - THROUGH OCTOBER 2015 HOLLEY STREET COMMONS $240,000 BUILD CUL-DE-SAC HOLLEY STREET COMMONS $180,000 $180,000 SOUND WALL - DESIGN/BUILD HOME FUNDED UNITS (3)3 $450,000 THE BOULEVARD $50,000 PLANNING FOR STREETSCAPE "CALMING" HERITAGE PINE - PHASE I $85,500 2 $171,000 1221 AND 1248 PINE HERITAGE PINE - PHASE II $85,500 2 $171,000 1244/1246 & 1248 ELEVENTH $100,000 $100,000 SPRUCE STREET INFRASTRUCTURE HOME-FUNDED UNITS (4)4 $620,000 1200 BLOCK OF ELEVENTH STREET; PARK HYDE PARK UNITS (4)4 $380,000 (2) AT ELEVENTH & (2) AT HOLLEY RENTAL REHAB $200,000 MARKET RATE RENTAL [5]$100,000 POTENITALLY 12TH STREET; 0%, DEF. 7 YRS TWIGGS CIRCLE - Phase I $300,000 $5,250,000 SOIL and DEMO, (2) PARKS; AHA'S PHASE I TWIGGS CIRCLE - Phase IIA $85,500 12 $1,026,000 $1,539,000 1400 BLOCK OF TWIGGS; PHASE IIB $550,000 2 $550,000 INFRASTRUCTURE, CIVIL/NPDES, 2 REHABS RESTORATIONS $15,000 7 $105,000 STABILIZE ARCHITECT/ENGINEER $1,086,500 5%$54,325 DESIGN / INFRASTRUCTURE HISTORICAL TRAIL $50,000 PLANNING DEMOLITIONS $250,000 50 UNITS ACQUISTION/PROPERTY MAINTENANCE $800,000 New Bond Units 25 Bond Cost $5,157,325 $8,759,000 Total Units 36 $13,916,325 Total Development Cost $5,157,325 BOND COST CREDITS COST ASSUMPTIONS PER HOUSE -$1,125,000 SALES PROCEEDS 25% TO GC/PURCHASER 45,000$ -$680,000 HOUSING AUTHORITY REIMBURSEMENT BUYER'S GAP 35,000$ -$85,000 ENGINEERING (FOR TWIGGS ST. LOTS) INTEREST 5,500$ -$220,000 CDBG HOLLEY COMMONS INFRASTRUCTURE 85,500$ -$325,000 BALANCE AVAILABLE 2010 BOND ISSUE $2,722,325 CONTINGENCY (10%)$272,233 TOTAL GAP $2,994,558 22% OF TOTAL DEVELOPMENT COST NOTE: THE 'OTHER' COLUMN INCLUDES PROJECTS FUNDED BY CDBG, 'HOME', PAY-AS-YOU-GO, HOUSING AUTHORITY AND HYDE PARK BUDGETS REVISED: 07-11-2013 At t a c h m e n t n u m b e r 1 \ n P a g e 1 o f 1 It e m # 7 Attachment number 2 \nPage 1 of 28 Item # 7 Attachment number 2 \nPage 2 of 28 Item # 7 Attachment number 2 \nPage 3 of 28 Item # 7 Attachment number 2 \nPage 4 of 28 Item # 7 Attachment number 2 \nPage 5 of 28 Item # 7 Attachment number 2 \nPage 6 of 28 Item # 7 Attachment number 2 \nPage 7 of 28 Item # 7 Attachment number 2 \nPage 8 of 28 Item # 7 Attachment number 2 \nPage 9 of 28 Item # 7 Attachment number 2 \nPage 10 of 28 Item # 7 Attachment number 2 \nPage 11 of 28 Item # 7 Attachment number 2 \nPage 12 of 28 Item # 7 Attachment number 2 \nPage 13 of 28 Item # 7 Attachment number 2 \nPage 14 of 28 Item # 7 Attachment number 2 \nPage 15 of 28 Item # 7 Attachment number 2 \nPage 16 of 28 Item # 7 Attachment number 2 \nPage 17 of 28 Item # 7 Attachment number 2 \nPage 18 of 28 Item # 7 Attachment number 2 \nPage 19 of 28 Item # 7 Attachment number 2 \nPage 20 of 28 Item # 7 Attachment number 2 \nPage 21 of 28 Item # 7 Attachment number 2 \nPage 22 of 28 Item # 7 Attachment number 2 \nPage 23 of 28 Item # 7 Attachment number 2 \nPage 24 of 28 Item # 7 Attachment number 2 \nPage 25 of 28 Item # 7 Attachment number 2 \nPage 26 of 28 Item # 7 Attachment number 2 \nPage 27 of 28 Item # 7 Attachment number 2 \nPage 28 of 28 Item # 7 Commission Meeting Agenda 9/3/2013 5:00 PM Agreement with Sentinel Probation Services LLC Department:Clerk of Commission Caption:Motion to approve an agreement between the State Court of Richmond County and Sentinel Probation Services for the year 2013-2014. (No recommendation Public Safety Committee August 26, 2013) Background: Analysis: Financial Impact: Alternatives: Recommendation: Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Cover Memo Item # 8 Attachment number 1 \nPage 1 of 10 Item # 8 Attachment number 1 \nPage 2 of 10 Item # 8 Attachment number 1 \nPage 3 of 10 Item # 8 Attachment number 1 \nPage 4 of 10 Item # 8 Attachment number 1 \nPage 5 of 10 Item # 8 Attachment number 1 \nPage 6 of 10 Item # 8 Attachment number 1 \nPage 7 of 10 Item # 8 Attachment number 1 \nPage 8 of 10 Item # 8 Attachment number 1 \nPage 9 of 10 Item # 8 Attachment number 1 \nPage 10 of 10 Item # 8 Attachment number 2 \nPage 1 of 1 Item # 8 Commission Meeting Agenda 9/3/2013 5:00 PM Haynes Station Phase 2-A and a Portion of Phase I Department:Engineering Department-Abie L. Ladson, P.E., CPESC, Director Caption:Motion to approve the deeds of dedication, maintenance agreements, and road resolutions submitted by the Engineering and Augusta Utilities Departments for Haynes Station, Phase 2A, including Pullman Circle and a portion of Rosland Circle in Phase I.(Approved by Engineering Services Committee August 26, 2013) Background:The final plat for Haynes Station, Phase 2A, was approved by the Commission on June 10, 2013. The subdivision design and plat for this section, including the storm drain system, have been reviewed and accepted by our engineering staff and the construction has been reviewed by our inspectors.The Utilities Department has inspected and reviewed the water and sanitary sewer installations, and hereby requests acceptance of the utility deed. Analysis:This section meets all codes, ordinances and standards. There are no wetlands or 100-year flood plain boundaries involved in this section. Acceptance of said utility deed shall dedicate, as required, the water and sanitary sewer mains along with the applicable easements to Augusta, Georgia for operation and maintenance. Financial Impact:By accepting these roads and storm drainage installations into the County system and after the 18-month maintenance warranty by the developer/contractor for the roads and storm drainage has expired, all future maintenance and associated costs will be borne by Augusta, Georgia. By acceptance of the utility deeds and maintenance agreements, all future maintenance and associated costs for water and sanitary sewer installations will be borne by Augusta, Georgia, and positive revenue will be generated from the sale of water and sanitary sewer taps and monthly billing of same. Alternatives:1. Approve the deeds of dedication, maintenance agreements, and road resolutions submitted by the Engineering and Augusta Utilities Departments for Haynes Station, Phase 2A, including Pullman Circle and a portion of Rosland Circle in Phase I. 2. Do Cover Memo Item # 9 not approve and risk litigation. Recommendation:Approve Alternative Number One. Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: N/A REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Finance. Law. Administrator. Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Item # 9 Attachment number 1 \nPage 1 of 1 Item # 9 Attachment number 2 \nPage 1 of 1 Item # 9 Attachment number 3 \nPage 1 of 3 Item # 9 Attachment number 3 \nPage 2 of 3 Item # 9 Attachment number 3 \nPage 3 of 3 Item # 9 Attachment number 4 \nPage 1 of 2 Item # 9 Attachment number 4 \nPage 2 of 2 Item # 9 SUBDIVISION: Hayne’s Station, Phases 2A & I RESOLUTION ADDING ROAD TO THE AUGUSTA-RICHMOND COUNTY ROAD SYSTEM WHEREAS, Rosland Circle is an existing road in Richmond County, Georgia, open to public usage; and WHEREAS, Augusta, Georgia desires to make Rosland Circle a part of its County Road System. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Augusta Commission of Augusta, Georgia, that Rosland Circle is hereby added to its official County Road System of Record, being described as follows and as shown on the attached sketch map or plat showing the approximate alignment and location of said Road. (a) Points of beginning and ending: Beginning at the S right of way of Hatton Ct., Continuing 578’+ S along Rosland Circle Beginning at E right of way of Rosland Circle Continuing 836’+ E along Rosland Circle to intersection At cul-de-sac, continuing 197’+ S along Rosland Circle. Beginning at NE right of way of Rosland Circle, Continuing 101’+ NE to and including cul-de-sac. (b) Length of road to nearest 1/100th mile: 0.32 mile (c) Width & type of road surface: 31 feet from back of curb to back of curb; Type E asphalt (d) Right-of-Way: 60 foot The Augusta Commission is hereby directed to forward a certified copy of this resolution to: Georgia Department of Transportation, Road Inventory Section District 2, Post Office Box 8, Tennille, Georgia 31089. Adopted this ______ day of __________________, 20____. AUGUSTA, GEORGIA BY: _______________________ As Its Mayor Attest: ____________________ Attachment number 5 \nPage 1 of 2 Item # 9 1 SUBDIVISION: Hayne’s Station, Phase I RESOLUTION ADDING ROAD TO THE AUGUSTA-RICHMOND COUNTY ROAD SYSTEM WHEREAS, Pullman Circle is an existing road in Richmond County, Georgia, open to public usage; and WHEREAS, Augusta, Georgia desires to make Pullman Circle a part of its County Road System. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Augusta Commission of Augusta, Georgia, that Pullman Circle is hereby added to its official County Road System of Record, being described as follows and as shown on the attached sketch map or plat showing the approximate alignment and location of said Road. (a) Points of beginning and ending: Beginning at the N right of way of Hatton Ct., Ending Continuing 130’+ N (b) Length of road to nearest 1/100th mile: 0.025 mile (c) Width & type of road surface: 31 feet from back of curb to back of curb; Type E asphalt (d) Right-of-Way: 60 foot The Augusta Commission is hereby directed to forward a certified copy of this resolution to: Georgia Department of Transportation, Road Inventory Section District 2, Post Office Box 8, Tennille, Georgia 31089. Adopted this ______ day of __________________, 20____. AUGUSTA, GEORGIA BY: _______________________ As Its Mayor Attest: ____________________ Attachment number 5 \nPage 2 of 2 Item # 9 Attachment number 6 \nPage 1 of 3 Item # 9 Attachment number 6 \nPage 2 of 3 Item # 9 Attachment number 6 \nPage 3 of 3 Item # 9 Attachment number 7 \nPage 1 of 2 Item # 9 Attachment number 7 \nPage 2 of 2 Item # 9 Commission Meeting Agenda 9/3/2013 5:00 PM Road Abandonment Department:Law Caption:Motion to determine that a portion of Deans Bridge Road, as shown on the attached plat (Right-of-Way between 3343 Deans Bridge Road and 3341 Deans Bridge Road) has ceased to be used by the public to the extent that no substantial public purpose is served by it or that its removal from the county road system is otherwise in the best public interest, pursuant to O.C.G.A. §32-7- 2, with the abandoned property to be quit-claimed to the appropriate party(ies), as provided by law and an easement to be retained over the entire abandoned portion for existing or future utilities as directed by Augusta Engineering Department and Augusta Utilities Department. (Approved by Engineering Services Committee August 26, 2013) Background:Ritaben S. Patel has requested that a portion of Deans Bridge Road, as shown on the attached plat (Right-of- Way between 3343 Deans Bridge Road and 3341 Deans Bridge Road) be abandoned in order to develop an entire parcel for his convenience store. The abandonment request has been reviewed by all essential county departments and administrators and approvals were received to this abandonment request. The legal description and plat of said portion of Deans Bridge Road are attached. Analysis:In addition to the information provided in the above Background section, publication notices will be made for a public hearing to be held, with results to be presented to the Commission. Notice to the property owners located thereon will be made, pursuant to O.C.G.A. §32-7-2(b)(1). Financial Impact:Cost of publication and advertisement of public hearing. Alternatives:Approve or deny request to determine that a portion of Deans Bridge Road be abandoned. Recommendation:Approve determination and request for abandonment of a portion of Deans Bridge Road pursuant to O.C.G.A. §32-7-2, with the Cover Memo Item # 10 abandoned property to be quit-claimed to the appropriate party (ies) as allowed by law, and an easement(s) as directed by the Augusta Engineering Department and the Augusta Utilities Department to be retained over the entire abandoned portion for existing or future utilities and drainage. 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 1 Item # 10 Commission Meeting Agenda 9/3/2013 5:00 PM Road Abandonment Department:Law Caption:Motion to determine that Telfair Lane, as shown on the attached plat has ceased to be used by the public to the extent that no substantial public purpose is served by it or that its removal from the county road system is otherwise in the best public interest, pursuant to O.C.G.A. §32-7-2, with the abandoned property to be quit-claimed to the appropriate party(ies), as provided by law and an easement to be retained over the entire abandoned portion for existing or future utilities as directed by Augusta Engineering Department and Augusta Utilities Department. (Approved by Engineering Services Committee August 26, 2013) Background:Brandenburg-Walker Street, LLC has requested that Telfair Lane, as shown on the attached plat be abandoned due to the fact that the property is an old alleyway which currently bisects their parcels. The abandonment request has been reviewed by all essential county departments and administrators and approvals were received to this abandonment request. The legal description and plat of said portion of Telfair Lane are attached. Analysis:In addition to the information provided in the above Background section, publication notices will be made for a public hearing to be held, with results to be presented to the Commission. Notice to the property owners located thereon will be made, pursuant to O.C.G.A. §32-7-2(b) (1). Financial Impact:Cost of publication and advertisement of public hearing. Alternatives:Approve or deny request to determine that Telfair Lane be abandoned. Recommendation:Approve determination and request for abandonment of Telfair Lane, with public hearing to be held regarding the issue of abandonment pursuant to O.C.G.A. §32-7-2, with the abandoned property to be quit-claimed to the appropriate party(ies) as allowed by law, and an easement(s) as directed by the Augusta Cover Memo Item # 11 Engineering Department and the Augusta Utilities Department to be retained over the entire abandoned portion for existing or future utilities and drainage. 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 1 Item # 11 Commission Meeting Agenda 9/3/2013 5:00 PM Street Lighting Department: Caption:Motion to approve a resolution creating street lighting districts. (Approved by Engineering Services Committee August 26, 2013) Background:The Engineering Department has been petitioned by the citizens requesting street lighting in their neighborhood pursuant to a 1971 Commission Resolution authorizing the creating of Street Lighting Districts. The petitioners agree to pay for all costs associated with the installation, ongoing maintenance and energy. Analysis:Currently, street lighting is non-existing in these areas. Street lighting has been an effective measure to increase pedestrian and vehicular safety, assist in crime prevention, and to promote businesses and community pride. Financial Impact:Street Lighting Districts are funded by a self supporting fund. Street Lighting charges vary based on the type lighting requested or required, billable front footage, and light wattage and spacing. Costs for the subject districts follow: District No. 329 E— Manchester $1.35 per front Ft. District No. 283 C-Spirit Point $ .60 per front Ft. District No. 347-Spring Creek $1.35 per front Ft. District No. 338 F Walton Acres $ .60 per front Ft. District No. 346 McCoy’s Creek $1.15 per front Ft. District No. 345 Haynes’s Station Dr. $1.15 per front Ft. District No. 318 D Elderberry $1.15 per front Ft. Alternatives:None Recommendation:Recommend approval of lighting districts Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: 2760416105233111/Legal Advertising Cover Memo Item # 12 REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Finance. Law. Administrator. 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Background: Analysis: Financial Impact: Alternatives: Recommendation: Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Cover Memo Item # 13 Commission Meeting Agenda 9/3/2013 5:00 PM Ethics Reform Study Subcommittee Department: Caption:Motion to approve an Ordinance to amend the Augusta, GA Code Article One, Chapter One, Sections 1-1-23, 1-1-26 and 1-1-27 relating to county employees or public officials participating directly or indirectly in procurement contracts and rules of conduct for employees and public officials of Augusta; to provide for hearing procedures for alleged ethical violations; to provide for additional penalties for ethical violations; to repeal all Code sections and Ordinances and parts of Code sections and Ordinances in conflict herewith; to provide an effective date and for other purposes. (Approved by the Commission August 20, 2013 - second reading) Background: Analysis: Financial Impact: Alternatives: Recommendation: Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Cover Memo Item # 14 Attachment number 1 \nPage 1 of 4 Item # 14 Attachment number 1 \nPage 2 of 4 Item # 14 Attachment number 1 \nPage 3 of 4 Item # 14 Attachment number 1 \nPage 4 of 4 Item # 14 Attachment number 2 \nPage 1 of 13 Item # 14 Attachment number 2 \nPage 2 of 13 Item # 14 Attachment number 2 \nPage 3 of 13 Item # 14 Attachment number 2 \nPage 4 of 13 Item # 14 Attachment number 2 \nPage 5 of 13 Item # 14 Attachment number 2 \nPage 6 of 13 Item # 14 Attachment number 2 \nPage 7 of 13 Item # 14 Attachment number 2 \nPage 8 of 13 Item # 14 Attachment number 2 \nPage 9 of 13 Item # 14 Attachment number 2 \nPage 10 of 13 Item # 14 Attachment number 2 \nPage 11 of 13 Item # 14 Attachment number 2 \nPage 12 of 13 Item # 14 Attachment number 2 \nPage 13 of 13 Item # 14 Commission Meeting Agenda 9/3/2013 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 # 15