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Home My WebLink About2018-04-17 Meeting AgendaCommission Meeting Agenda Commission Chamber 4/17/2018 2:00 PM INVOCATION: Rev. Charlie K. DeLoach, Lead Pastor, Bayvale Baptist Church. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA. Five (5) minute time limit per delegation DELEGATIONS A.Mr. Lamar Hawkins regarding blockage of entrances at the Richmond Summit Apartments. Attachments B.Ms. Alora Martinez regarding BreathEasy Augusta coalition working to pass a comprehensive smoke-free ordinance for Augusta-Richmond County. Attachments C.Ms. Sharon Bush Ellison regarding an issue with the Clerk of Superior Court Office. Attachments CONSENT AGENDA (Items 1-17) PLANNING 1. Final Plat – Haynes Station Section 7 – S-862 – A request for concurrence with the Augusta Georgia Planning Commission to approve a petition by Cranston Engineering Group P.C., on behalf of COEL Development Co. Inc., requesting final plat approval for Haynes Station Section 7. This single family residential subdivision is located on Copse Drive and contains 51 lots. DISTRICT 3 Attachments 2. Final Plat – Haynes Station Section 8 – S-872-Rev - A request for concurrence with the Augusta Georgia Planning Commission to approve a petition by Cranston Engineering Group P.C., on behalf of COEL Development Co. Inc., requesting final plat approval for Haynes Station Section 8. This single family residential subdivision is located on Copse Drive and contains 45 lots. DISTRICT 3 Attachments 3. Z-18-16 - A request for concurrence with the Augusta Georgia Planning Commission to approve with conditions below a petition by Viasat, Inc., on behalf of Augusta Shrine Club, requesting a Special Exception to establish an Unmanned Satellite Dish per Section 28-A-5-A of the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance for Augusta-Richmond County affecting property containing 3.99 acres and known as 1830 Phinizy Road. Tax Map 145-0-002-01-0 DISTRICT 6 1. Issuance of development permits shall be contingent upon submission of plans meeting engineering, environmental, and all other pertinent development regulations. 2. The satellite compound shall be surrounded by a vegetative buffer which effectively screens view of the equipment from adjacent properties and public ROW. 3. To the greatest extent possible, the tower and all associated equipment shall be painted or otherwise treated so as to be largely inconspicuous. 4. The front edge of the leased property must be moved to be in-line with the rear building line of the adjacent home (1832 Phinizy Road); approximately 30 feet south of the present location. Attachments 4. Z-18-17 – A request for concurrence with the Augusta Georgia Planning Commission to approve with the conditions below a petition by Civil Design Solutions, on behalf of Terranova Development Corp., requesting a change of zoning from Zone R-1E (One-family Residential) to Zone R-1D (One-family Residential) affecting property containing approximately 24.5 acres and known as 1013 Amli Way and 1255 Brookstone Way. Tax Map 040-0-044-00-0, and 040-0-045-00-0 DISTRICT 3 The concept plan reviewed is considered for illustrative purposes of the present zoning action only, and does not meet development plan submission criteria. Development plans meeting all applicable state and local codes and ordinances must be submitted and approved prior to permit issuance. Building design and materials shall substantially conform to the information presented to and approved by the Planning Commission.A permanent access easement must be recorded to ensure access to the development via Brookstone Way.A minimum 10’ buffer shall be maintained along the property line Attachments adjoining the Hillcreek subdivision. 5. Z-18-18 – A request for concurrence with the Augusta Georgia Planning Commission to approve with the conditions below a petition by Joseph Caputo, on behalf of St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, requesting a change of zoning from Zone A (Agriculture) and Zone B-2 (General Business) to Zone B-2 affecting property containing 0.29 acres and known as part of 3551 Wheeler Road (part of Tax Map 031-0-009-04-0) DISTRICT 3 1. Issuance of development permits shall be contingent upon submission of plans meeting engineering, environmental, and all other pertinent development regulations. 2. Future development planned for the site must be consistent with aspects of the Augusta Tree Ordinance. Attachments PUBLIC SERVICES 6.Motion to approve New Ownership: A.N. 18-12: request by Anil K. Kasturi for a retail package Beer & Wine License to be used in connection with Prime Investments 2018, Inc. located at 3307 Mike Padgett Hwy Suite B. District 6. Super District 10. (Approved by Public Services Committee April 10, 2018) Attachments 7.Motion to approve New Ownership: A.N. 18-13: request by Anil Kasturi for a retail package Liquor License to be used in connection with Prime Investments 2018, Inc. located at 3307 Mike Padgett Hwy Suite A. District 6. Super District 10. (Approved by Public Services Committee April 10, 2018) Attachments 8.Motion to approve a request by Melissa Reyes for Mi Rancho 2, Inc. located at 3064 Washington Rd. for an Alcohol Special Event License May 5, 2018 (Cinco de Mayo in the Parking Lot) District 7. Super District 10. (Approved by Public Services Committee April 10, 2018) Attachments ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES 9.Motion to approve new full-time 100% grant paid Court Aide position for the State Court Accountability Court program. Grant is funded annually from July to June. (Approved by Administrative Services Committee April 10, 2018) Attachments PUBLIC SAFETY 10.Motion to approve the purchase of Cardiac Monitors/Defibrillators from Physio-Control, Inc. and authorize the Mayor to sign the contract to purchase the Cardiac Monitors/Defibrillators through Physio-Control, Inc. (Bid 18-130) (Approved by Public Safety Committee April 10, 2018) Attachments 11.Motion to approve a request from the Richmond County Sheriff's Office to use the monies from the sale of Forfeited/Abandoned firearms ($275,400.00) for use to enhance law enforcement operations within the agency. (Approved by Public Safety Committee April 10, 2018) Attachments FINANCE 12.Motion to authorize staff to draft an amendment to the Augusta, GA Code changing the name of the Development Authority of Richmond County to “Augusta Economic Development Authority” and to bring the proposed Code amendment to the Commission for consideration. (Approved by Finance Committee April 10, 2018) Attachments ENGINEERING SERVICES 13.Motion to approve an Easement Deed from Graphic Packaging International for a permanent access easement and three temporary construction easements. (Approved by Engineering Services Committee April 10, 2018) Attachments 14.Motion to approve Award of Bid #17-268 for the construction of the Highlands Water Treatment Plant Filter Modification and PAC System to Rehab Construction Company, Inc. (Approved by Engineering Services Committee April 10, 2018) Attachments 15.Motion to approve and authorize the Augusta Engineering Department (AED) to purchase 13.53 Wetland mitigation credits at a total cost of $139,156.05 ($10,285 per mitigation credit) from the AA Shaw, LLC (AA Shaw Wetland Mitigation Bank) to mitigate wetland impacts as determined necessary by the US Army Corps of Engineers in regards to the Hiers Pond/Lake Aumond Dredging Project. (Approved by Attachments Engineering Services Committee April 10, 2018) 16.Motion to approve Norfolk Southern Activity No. 1256368 Crossing Agreement.(Approved by Engineering Services Committee April 10, 2018) Attachments PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS 17.Motion to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of the Augusta Commission held March 28, 2018 and Special Called Meeting held April 10, 2018. Attachments ****END CONSENT AGENDA**** AUGUSTA COMMISSION 4/17/2018 AUGUSTA COMMISSION REGULAR AGENDA 4/17/2018 (Items 18-24) PUBLIC SERVICES 18.Receive and discuss report from Planning & Development Department regarding boarded up structures to include the number of structures and lengthy existence. (Requested by Commissioner Marion Williams) Attachments ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES 19.Presentation of the Augusta, Georgia Retirement Process. (No recommendation from Administrative Services Committee April 10, 2018) Attachments PUBLIC SAFETY 20.Discuss contract negotiations with ambulance companies to provide Attachments Upcoming Meetings www.augustaga.gov service to the ARC. (Requested by Commissioner Marion Williams) 21.Update from staff on what triggered/caused and who authorized stationing a Fire Department Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) in the commission chamber during commission meetings. (Requested by Commissioner Marion Williams) Attachments 22.Update on the status of Augusta’s efforts to follow through with the Commission’s directive to pursue re-opening of the EMS Zone through the Region VI EMS Council. (Requested by Commissioner Marion Williams) Attachments ENGINEERING SERVICES 23.Mr. Charles N. Utley regarding the adoption of a resolution relative to Zero Waste and Environmental Democracy. (No Recommendation from Engineering Services Committee April 10, 2018) Attachments LEGAL MEETING A. Pending and Potential Litigation. B. Real Estate. C. Personnel. 24.Motion to approve execution by the Mayor of the affidavit of compliance with Georgia's Open Meeting Act. Commission Meeting Agenda 4/17/2018 2:00 PM Invocation Department: Department: Caption: Rev. Charlie K. DeLoach, Lead Pastor, Bayvale Baptist Church. Background: Analysis: Financial Impact: Alternatives: Recommendation: Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Cover Memo Commission Meeting Agenda 4/17/2018 2:00 PM Mr. Lamar Hawkins Department: Department: Caption:Mr. Lamar Hawkins regarding blockage of entrances at the Richmond Summit Apartments. Background: Analysis: Financial Impact: Alternatives: Recommendation: Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Cover Memo AGENDA ITEM REQUEST FORM commission meetings: First and third ruesdays of each month - 2:00 p.m. Committee meetings: Second and last Tuesdays of each month - I:00 p.m. (Please check one and insert meeting date) Date of Meetine 4- / V- /8 ommission/Committee: L/ Commission C Contact rnformation for IndividuavPresenter Making the Request: Name: Address: Telephone Number: Fax Number: E-Mail Address: Public Safety Committee Public Services Committee Administrative Services Committee Engineering Services Committee Finance Committee Date of Meeting Date of Meeting Date of Meeting Date of Meeting Date of Meeting ,CI.L be placed on the Agenda: Please send this request form to the following address: Ms. Lena J. Bonner Clerk of Commission Suite 220 Municipal Building 535 Telfair Street Augusta, GA 30901 Telephone Number: Fax Number: E-Mail Address: 706-821-1820 706-821-1838 nmorawski@augustaga.gov Requests may be faxed, e-mailed or delivered in person andOffice no later than 9:00 a.m. on the Thursday preceding meeting of the following week. A five-minute time limit wiII must be received in the Clerk's the Commission or Committee be allowed for presentations. Commission Meeting Agenda 4/17/2018 2:00 PM Ms. Alora Martinez BreathEasy Augusta Department: Department: Caption:Ms. Alora Martinez regarding BreathEasy Augusta coalition working to pass a comprehensive smoke-free ordinance for Augusta-Richmond County. Background: Analysis: Financial Impact: Alternatives: Recommendation: Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Cover Memo AGENDA ITEM REQUEST FORM Commission meetings: First and third Tuesdays of each month -2:00 p.m. Committee meetings: Second and last Tuesdays of each month -1:00 p.m. Com7ssion/Committee: (Please check one and insert meeting date) 1 _j/__ Commission Date of Meeting Y / 11 _ \ Z ____ Public Safety Committee Date of Meeting _____ _ ____ Public Services Committee Date of Meeting _____ _ ____ Administrative Services Committee Date of Meeting _____ _ ____ Engineering Services Committee Date of Meeting _____ _ ____ Finance Committee Date of Meeting _____ _ Contact Information for Individual/Presenter Making the Request: Name: A\QOO ~~$~-tl Address: ifu( o'C= ::W?liQ f\VcQLl: f\l P,1JSIQ, Ed\. WoY Telephone Number: ...,_,........._"---_....__._ ........ _:}.....___1""-'-'(_\_R......__ _______ ':1 ______ _ Fax Number: ----------~-------------- E-Mail Address: Q\Dll(HY)Qgj}\)Cz. C\t,@ @mi\. W'.Y' Captionffopic of Discussion to be placed on the ~genda: Please send this request form to the following address: Ms. Lena J. Bonner Clerk of Commission Suite 220 Municipal Building 535 Telfair Street Augusta, GA 30901 Telephone Number: 706-821-1820 Fax Number: 706-821-1838 E-Mail Address: nmorawski@augustaga.gov Requests may be faxed, e-mailed or delivered in person and must be received in the Clerk's Office no later than 9:00 a.m. on the Thursday preceding the Commission or Committee meeting of the following week. A five-minute time limit will be allowed for presentations. \ 'B \ Introduce myself 1 Name who is in the audience: Family Y, for example, or representatives from Medical College of Georgia 2 Danielle The proposed smokefree ordinance will follow the model presented by the city of Savannah, with some key exceptions for Augusta: no outdoor events, no vehicles. Vaping was not in vogue when Savannah passed its ordinance, but like them, we will provide an exception for hookah shops and vape shops 3 Second bullet: According to Economic Impact Evaluation of the 2010 Savannah Smoke-Free Air Ordinance” by the Chronic Disease, Healthy Behavior and Injury Epidemiology Section and the Georgia Tobacco Use Prevention Program of the Georgia Department of Public Health Third bullet: Roswell Park Cancer Institute report http://www.savannahnow.com/news/2017-06-03/it-made-our-lives-better-post- savannah-smoking-ban-disease-down-and-business-steady: •36 percent drop in heart disease death over ordinance’s first four years; cautiously excited 4 Other Georgia counties with smokefree ordinances rank in the top 10, 20 and 30. Even smokers say they prefer smoke-free restaurants and bars. According to the Georgia DPH, 71 percent of smokers say that smoking shouldn’t be allowed in restaurants, 69 percent say it shouldn’t be allowed in workplaces. According to the Georgia DPH, 90 Percent of Georgians support adopting a policy where tobacco use indoors and in outdoor public places should be restricted. A national poll found that 45% of smokers thought restaurants and bars should be smoke-free. (The Mellman Group, Inc. for the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids, national opinion poll, July 2011.) That same national poll found that 84% of voters say the “rights of customers and employees to breathe clean air in restaurants and bars”is more important than the “rights of smokers to smoke inside restaurants and bars”(7%). When you start looking at the numbers, you’ll quickly see that if you are still allowing smoking in your business, you are ignoring the majority of potential customers and catering to a very small piece of the pie. 5 Danielle: What’s the bottom line? A healthier community The cardiovascular benefits were greater in locations with comprehensive legislation than in those with partial bans (Jones et al., 2014). (J GPHA) 6 •Major U.S. travel destinations such as NYC, Miami, Boston and LA have all enacted smoke-free laws. •Tourism increased after smoke-free policies were enacted in New York, California, Florida, Utah, etc. •Major hotel chairs including Westin, Marriott (all brands), Ritz Carlton, Sheraton, Disney, Comfort Suites and others have all gone smoke-free. •Sales tax receipts show smoke-free policies do not affect restaurant revenue or alcohol sales in bars. 7 The City of Savannah Smokefree Air Ordinance of 2010 had no impact on taxable sales revenue for bars and full-service restaurants in Chatham County after adjusting for time, seasonality, unemployment rate, and overall sales in all other sectors. These findings are consistent with numerous national and international studies also documenting the neutral impact of smoke-free ordinances on restaurant and bar business1,10-14. This finding is documented by the 2006 U.S. Surgeon General’s Report, “The Health Consequences of Involuntary Exposure to Tobacco Smoke”1 , and the 2009 International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) Report, “Evaluating the Effectiveness of Smoke-Free Policies10”. The 2006 Surgeon General's report on secondhand smoke specifically concluded that “evidence from peerreviewed studies shows that smoke-free policies and regulations do not have an adverse economic impact on the hospitality industry1 .” The IARC report states, “smoke-free policies do not adversely affect the business activity of restaurants and bars10. --from the Georgia DPH’s Economic Impact Evaluation of the 2010 Savannah Smokefree Air Ordinance 8 Danielle: Smokefree ordinances are happening everywhere. Southeast is stroke belt, due to increased risk of heart attack and stroke Map of obesity rates similar pattern 9 Alora 10 Alora: Most of us know smoking and tobacco use isn’t a good idea Landmark report There is no safe level of exposure to secondhand smoke. 1,430 adult nonsmokers in Georgia die each year from exposure to secondhand smoke, according to Georgia DPH. Exposure to secondhand smoke has immediate adverse effects on the cardiovascular system, interfering with normal functioning of the heart, blood, and vascular systems. Even a brief exposure can damage the lining of blood vessels, making platelets become stickier and lead to heart attack, according to AHA. Five minutes of breathing secondhand smoke is equal to smoking a cigarette. Inhaling secondhand smoke causes lung cancer in nonsmoking adults (DHHS, 2006), and living with a smoker increases a nonsmoker's chances of developing lung cancer by 20% to 30% (DHHS, 2006, 2010). Secondhand smoke causes disease and premature death in nonsmoking adults and children (DHHS, 2010). Exposure to secondhand smoke may increase the risk of heart disease by 25% to 30% (IOM, 2010) and the risk of stroke by 20% to 30% (DHHS, 2014). Pregnant women exposed to secondhand smoke are at risk of having a baby with low birth weight (DHHS, 2010). Children exposed to secondhand smoke are at an increased risk of ear infections, 11 colds, pneumonia, and bronchitis, and worsening of asthma symptoms (National Cancer Institute, 2014;DHHS, 2010;Been et al. 2014). The economic costs of secondhand smoke are enormous, with communities of color bearing the greatest burden (Max et al. 2012). 11 Commission Meeting Agenda 4/17/2018 2:00 PM Sharon Bush Ellison Department: Department: Caption:Ms. Sharon Bush Ellison regarding an issue with the Clerk of Superior Court Office. Background: Analysis: Financial Impact: Alternatives: Recommendation: Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Cover Memo AGENDA ITEM REQUEST FORM commission meetings: First and third ruesdays of each month - 2:00 p.m. Committee meetings: second and last Tuesdays of each month - l:00 p.m. Commission/Commiffee: (Please check one and V Commission Public Safety Committee Public Services Committee Administrative Services Committee Engineering Services Committee Finance Committee insert meeting date) Date of Meeting Date of Meeting Date of Meeting Date of Meeting Date of Meeting Date of Meeting Contact Information forffr!ft.esenter Making the Request: Name: Address: 2- 2 Telephone Number: Fax Number: E-Mail Address: Qntioryflopic of Discussion to be placed on the Agenda: d-s6i hle i"lqjxto- )) Please s6nd this request form to the following address: Ms. Lena J. Bonner Clerk of Commission Suite 220 Municipal Building 535 Telfair Street Augusta, GA 30901 Telephone Number: 706-821-1820 Fax Number: 706-821-1838 E-Mail Address: nmorawski@augustaga.gov Requests may be faxed, e-mailed or delivered in person and must be received in the Clerk,sOffice no later than 5:00 p.m. on the Wednesday preceding the Commission meeting and5:00 p.m. on the Tuesday preceding the Co4ipittee meeting of the following week. A five-minute time limit will be allowed for presentations. Sharon Bush Ellison Pro se 2242Lumpkin Road Augusta Georgia 30906 (706) 2sr-6367 sharon bu she l l ison r.gl grnai L com Attention: Clerk Commission 535 Telfair Street Suite 220 Augusta Georgia 30901 SUBJECT: Request that Augusta Richmond County Commission formally request an investigation of Hattie Sullivan, Clerk of Superior Court and State Court of Richmond County for possible violations of: (o.c.G.A 1s-6-61) l. Sharon Bush Ellison, Pro Se (hereafter "Complainant"), files this Request against the Clerk of Superior and State Court of Richmond County. 2. This Complaint herein is filed against, Hattie Sullivan, Augusta Richmond County Clerk of Court. 3. This Case involves case # I : 1 8-CV-00017; Sharon Bush Ellison v. State Court of Richmond County; State of Georgia. 4. The Complainant has filed a Notice of Removal, of at least six or more illegal traffic citations, to the United States District Court for the Southern District. 5. In the United States District Court Removal, the Complainant pleads, that, the. Six or more, traffic citations issued are as acts of 6. retaliation by officers of the Augusta Richmond County Law Enforcement Agency. The retaliation seems to have stemmed from a report filed against a certain Lieutenant, and Captain, then, employed by the Augusta Law Enforcement and Boot camp agencies of Richmond County. The report concerns anaggravated sexual offense. Penetration and a weapon was the subject of the sexual offense. The Complainant was supposedly pregnant from the offense. The last investigation in the report seemed to have occurred around 2000. The Complainant has endured, various levels of, retaliations such as emotional, physical, and verbal abuse also interferences in her economical rights to be successful, deprivations of civil rights, such as of equal protections of the law, and, at least (15) years of jail time, under bogus or railroaded allegations. The retaliations are by, persons or officials who act in the interest of obstructing, any other, future forthcoming investigations of the reported offenses succeeding the investigation of 2000. The Citations were written, while each officer was, under his official title and duty of officer. Without the title of officer and duty, the citations cannot be written. The citations are evidence, in a civil action, to restrain the, harassment and protect against, retaliation, of the Complainant. The Complainant seeks to have the matter heard in the United States District Court for the District of Columbia. The Notice of Removal, filed in the above case # 1 : 1 8- CV- 00017 is a procedural remedy, to follow, for matters where equal rights are being violated under, the guise of, a state criminal prosecution and color of law. The Notice is filed pursuant to 28 U.S.C . 1443. Pursuant to the Procedures for Removal of civil actions, and criminal prosecutions section 28 U.S.C. 1446 (d), promptly after 7. 8. 9. t0. t2. 13. t4. ll. 15. 16. t7. filing notice of removal, written notice, of the notice, shall be filed with the clerk of such State Court. Around January 25,2018, the Defendant went into the Office of the Clerk of Superior and State Court of Richmond County, to file the Notice, and was told, by at least two deputy clerks, that Hattie Sullivan had instructed them to refuse a filing of the notice of filing of removal. 3.*- thi= tg {-t\o'1"v1 z,c.> 19. Furthermore, the deputy clerks have advised me that some supervisor or possibly Hattie Sullivan requires them, to ask permission before filing any of my documents in an open existing case file. L5.6.2) rc. (s,a,e ,) t I 5,8.e ) 20.In that said Clerk did on or around January 25,2018, possibly with the intent to obstruct the civil action 1 : I 8-CV-00017 and cause an illegal prosecution did deliberate refuse to file a document in an existing file within the Office of the Clerk. l-rpa'n C-rr...,g\a;n^..rt a5Lr5 1., Spe.:K rs,*h H a-**l* 5c.\ t\,or"r r -%a_ &_o.-tv c.\erKc ccl v;s€J Q.,r-,p\aina-,{ .\4i^}Hrst5"" + tuo.rJ ++.,+ $crttre sul\.v,*n wdo" bu"u hcr-rvl1r6a o*t'er Co,*t busrrness +- *1. C.*p 1,., ^Jt. CONCLUSION Complainant, by and through , pro se attorney herein request that the Augusta Richmond County Commission investigate the matter of Hattie Sullivan possible willful misconduct in office, conduct prejudicial to the administration ofjustice, conduct unbecoming a clerk that bring the office of clerk into disrepute, Conduct that violate provisions of O.C.G.A. 15-6-61, the duty and responsibility for Clerks of Courts. Sharon Bush Ellison, Complainant herein declares to the best of her knowledge and belief, the above information is true and complete. 20 day of March 2018 Sharon Bush Ellison Pro se rN rr{E srAr, couRr oFHer*u'ND.offi*, roR rr{E srArE oF GEORGIA 20lsJlil e5 pil 3r 05 STATE OF GEORGIA ptaintiff v. SHARON BUSH ELLISON Defendant Submitted By: Sharon Bush Ellison 2242 Lumpkin Road Augu*ta Georgia, 3CI906 sharonbushellison@;rrnai I. coru (706) 2s1-636? gts{s Cduipqt Cesos,ro".a Uqir$. $*ctes g[qfrisr Seurt Notice is hereby grvsn that thc Defendarit in the above crimiral case haa filed on tho 24eday of Jarruary, 2018 aNotie€ ofRemoval ofthe abova criminal cases, t.q the u"it"a s** - Distlict Courf forthe $outhernDistrict cfCreargis, AugucaDivisiorE in the Office of*u if*rf.or 88me. Any forthcomiug proceedings 16 any of thp above casea shall be stayed pending a finaldwision in the above Notise ofRemoval filed in the abovs crinrinal clses. 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Please check official sources. https://law.justia.com/codes/georgia/2010/title-45/chapter-l0lanicle-|145-10-11 4u 2t2 CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE I hereby certify that I have this day served a copy of the within and foregoing Request that Augusta Richmond County Commission formally request an investigation of Hattie Sullivan, Clerk of Superior Court and State Court of Richmond County for possible violations of: (O.C.G.A l5-6-61) by depositing a copy of same in the United States Mail with sufficient postage affixed thereon or by hand delivery of same to assure delivery upon: Augusta Law Department 520 Green Street, Augusta Georgia 30901 21 day of March 201 8 Sharon Bush Ellison Pro se Commission Meeting Agenda 4/17/2018 2:00 PM Final Plat - Haynes Station Sec. 7 Department:Planning and Development Department:Planning and Development Caption: Final Plat – Haynes Station Section 7 – S-862 – A request for concurrence with the Augusta Georgia Planning Commission to approve a petition by Cranston Engineering Group P.C., on behalf of COEL Development Co. Inc., requesting final plat approval for Haynes Station Section 7. This single family residential subdivision is located on Copse Drive and contains 51 lots. DISTRICT 3 Background: Analysis: Financial Impact: Alternatives: Recommendation: Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Commission Meeting Agenda 4/17/2018 2:00 PM Final Plat - Haynes Station Sec. 8 Department:Planning and Development Department:Planning and Development Caption: Final Plat – Haynes Station Section 8 – S-872-Rev - A request for concurrence with the Augusta Georgia Planning Commission to approve a petition by Cranston Engineering Group P.C., on behalf of COEL Development Co. Inc., requesting final plat approval for Haynes Station Section 8. This single family residential subdivision is located on Copse Drive and contains 45 lots. DISTRICT 3 Background: Analysis: Financial Impact: Alternatives: Recommendation: Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Commission Meeting Agenda 4/17/2018 2:00 PM Z-18-16 Department:Planning and Development Department:Planning and Development Caption: Z-18-16 - A request for concurrence with the Augusta Georgia Planning Commission to approve with conditions below a petition by Viasat, Inc., on behalf of Augusta Shrine Club, requesting a Special Exception to establish an Unmanned Satellite Dish per Section 28-A-5-A of the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance for Augusta-Richmond County affecting property containing 3.99 acres and known as 1830 Phinizy Road. Tax Map 145-0-002-01-0 DISTRICT 6 1. Issuance of development permits shall be contingent upon submission of plans meeting engineering, environmental, and all other pertinent development regulations. 2. The satellite compound shall be surrounded by a vegetative buffer which effectively screens view of the equipment from adjacent properties and public ROW. 3. To the greatest extent possible, the tower and all associated equipment shall be painted or otherwise treated so as to be largely inconspicuous. 4. The front edge of the leased property must be moved to be in- line with the rear building line of the adjacent home (1832 Phinizy Road); approximately 30 feet south of the present location. Background: Analysis: Financial Impact: Alternatives: Recommendation: Funds are Available in the Following Accounts:Cover Memo REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Commission Meeting Agenda 4/17/2018 2:00 PM Z-18-17 Department:Planning and Development Department:Planning and Development Caption: Z-18-17 – A request for concurrence with the Augusta Georgia Planning Commission to approve with the conditions below a petition by Civil Design Solutions, on behalf of Terranova Development Corp., requesting a change of zoning from Zone R- 1E (One-family Residential) to Zone R-1D (One-family Residential) affecting property containing approximately 24.5 acres and known as 1013 Amli Way and 1255 Brookstone Way. Tax Map 040-0-044-00-0, and 040-0-045-00-0 DISTRICT 3 The concept plan reviewed is considered for illustrative purposes of the present zoning action only, and does not meet development plan submission criteria. Development plans meeting all applicable state and local codes and ordinances must be submitted and approved prior to permit issuance. Building design and materials shall substantially conform to the information presented to and approved by the Planning Commission.A permanent access easement must be recorded to ensure access to the development via Brookstone Way.A minimum 10’ buffer shall be maintained along the property line adjoining the Hillcreek subdivision. Background: Analysis: Financial Impact: Alternatives: Recommendation: Funds are Available in the Following Accounts:Cover Memo REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Commission Meeting Agenda 4/17/2018 2:00 PM Z-18-18 Department:Planning and Development Department:Planning and Development Caption: Z-18-18 – A request for concurrence with the Augusta Georgia Planning Commission to approve with the conditions below a petition by Joseph Caputo, on behalf of St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, requesting a change of zoning from Zone A (Agriculture) and Zone B-2 (General Business) to Zone B-2 affecting property containing 0.29 acres and known as part of 3551 Wheeler Road (part of Tax Map 031-0-009-04-0) DISTRICT 3 1. Issuance of development permits shall be contingent upon submission of plans meeting engineering, environmental, and all other pertinent development regulations. 2. Future development planned for the site must be consistent with aspects of the Augusta Tree Ordinance. Background: Analysis: Financial Impact: Alternatives: Recommendation: Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Commission Meeting Agenda 4/17/2018 2:00 PM Alcohol application Department:Planning & Development Department:Planning & Development Caption:Motion to approve New Ownership: A.N. 18-12: request by Anil K. Kasturi for a retail package Beer & Wine License to be used in connection with Prime Investments 2018, Inc. located at 3307 Mike Padgett Hwy Suite B. District 6. Super District 10. (Approved by Public Services Committee April 10, 2018) Background:This is a New Ownership. Formerly in the name of Vicki Clifton. Analysis:The applicant meets the requirements of the City of Augusta's Alcohol Ordinance. Financial Impact:The applicant will pay a fee of $3,330.00. Alternatives: Recommendation:Planning & Development approved the application subject to additional information not contradicting applicant’s statements. The Sheriff’s Office approved the application subject to additional information not contradicting applicant’s statements. Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Law Administrator Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Commission Meeting Agenda 4/17/2018 2:00 PM Alcohol Application Department:Planning & Development Department:Planning & Development Caption:Motion to approve New Ownership: A.N. 18-13: request by Anil Kasturi for a retail package Liquor License to be used in connection with Prime Investments 2018, Inc. located at 3307 Mike Padgett Hwy Suite A. District 6. Super District 10. (Approved by Public Services Committee April 10, 2018) Background:This is a New Ownership. Formerly in the name of Vicki Clifton. Analysis:The applicant meets the requirements of the City of Augusta's Alcohol Ordinance. Financial Impact:The applicant will pay a fee of $1,330.00. Alternatives: Recommendation:Planning & Development approved the application subject to additional information not contradicting applicant’s statements. The Sheriff’s Office approved the application subject to additional information not contradicting applicant’s statements. Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Law Administrator Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Commission Meeting Agenda 4/17/2018 2:00 PM Alcohol Special Event Department:Planning & Development Department:Planning & Development Caption:Motion to approve a request by Melissa Reyes for Mi Rancho 2, Inc. located at 3064 Washington Rd. for an Alcohol Special Event License May 5, 2018 (Cinco de Mayo in the Parking Lot) District 7. Super District 10. (Approved by Public Services Committee April 10, 2018) Background:This is a Cinco de Mayo Event. Analysis:The applicant meets the requirements of the City of Augusta's Alcohol Ordinance. Financial Impact:The applicant will pay a fee of $100.00 Alternatives: Recommendation:Planning & Development approved the application subject to additional information not contradicting applicant’s statements. The Sheriff’s Office approved the application subject to additional information not contradicting applicant’s statements. Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Law Administrator Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Commission Meeting Agenda 4/17/2018 2:00 PM Accountability Court New Grant Case Aide Position Department:State Court Department:State Court Caption:Motion to approve new full-time 100% grant paid Court Aide position for the State Court Accountability Court program. Grant is funded annually from July to June. (Approved by Administrative Services Committee April 10, 2018) Background:The Accountability Court has 167 participants enrolled in its DUI, Drug and Veterans Court program. We currently have 1 Case Manager and 1 Coordinator approved for this department. We currently have a part-time court case aide working in our department who is 100% grant paid and we are requesting to make this position full time. The number of participants enrolled and the many State requirements imposed on accountability court programs make it necessary to have a full-time court case aide so the department can meet the demands of operating the department in an efficient manner. Analysis:n/a Financial Impact:This position will be paid an annual salary of $30,829 which includes benefits. Any person hired in this position understands that the position is contingent on the receipt of annual grant funds. Grant is funded annually from July to Jun. It requires renewal application each year. Alternatives:None Recommendation:Approve Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: 100% grant funded through the Criminal Justice Coordinating Council grant funds. Current grant is ended on 6/30/2018. Fund account: 220022638 Cover Memo REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Finance. Law. Administrator. Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Commission Meeting Agenda 4/17/2018 2:00 PM Contract to Purchase Cardiac Monitor/Defibrillators Department:Fire Department Department:Fire Department Caption:Motion to approve the purchase of Cardiac Monitors/Defibrillators from Physio-Control, Inc. and authorize the Mayor to sign the contract to purchase the Cardiac Monitors/Defibrillators through Physio-Control, Inc. (Bid 18-130) (Approved by Public Safety Committee April 10, 2018) Background:The fire department currently has 19 front-line engines; 6 front- line aerial trucks and 2 ambulances. Fire apparatus and ambulances have Defibrillators but the Fire Department only has 2 Cardiac Monitors. Purchasing additional Cardiac Monitors/Defibrillators will allow Paramedics and EMTs to provide advanced life support to our citizens in more areas. Analysis:With the increase of Paramedics and EMT’s in the Augusta Fire Department, we have the personnel to provide advanced life support to our citizens. However, we need equipment required for advanced life support. The purchase of additional Cardiac Monitors/Defibrillators, will allow the Augusta Fire Department to provide advanced life support in more areas in Richmond County. Financial Impact:$29,600.00 each) $59,200.00 for two Alternatives:none Recommendation:Approve the purchase of cardiac monitor/defibrillators from Physio Control and authorize the mayor to sign a contract for the purchase of the cardiac monitor/defibrillators through Physio Control. Funds are Available in the Following 274034110-5426120 Cover Memo Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Finance. Procurement. Law. Administrator. Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Invitation to Bid Sealed bids will be received at this office until Tuesday, February 13, 2018 @ 11:00 a.m. for furnishing: Bid Item #18-130 Cardiac Monitor/Defibrillators for Augusta, GA – Fire Department Bid Item #18-148 Generator for Fire Station 9 for Augusta, GA – Fire Department Bids will be received by Augusta, GA Commission hereinafter referred to as the OWNER at the offices of: Geri A. Sams, Director Augusta Procurement Department 535 Telfair Street - Room 605 Augusta, Georgia 30901 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, 535 Telfair Street – Room 605, Augusta, GA 30901. Documents may be examined during regular business hours at the offices of Augusta, GA Procurement Department. A Mandatory Pre Bid Conference Bid Item 18-130 will be held on Friday, January 26, 2018 @ 10:00 a.m. in the Procurement Department, 535 Telfair Street, Room 605, Augusta, GA 30901. A Mandatory Pre Bid Conference Bid Item 18-148 will be held on Friday, January 26, 2018 @ 11:00 a.m. in the Procurement Department, 535 Telfair Street, Room 605, Augusta, GA 30901. 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 Tuesday, January 30, 2018 @ 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 bids may be withdrawn for a period of sixty (60) days after bids have been opened, pending the execution of contract with the successful bidder. 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. Correspondence must be submitted via mail, fax or email as follows: Augusta Procurement Department Attn: Geri A. Sams, Director of Procurement 535 Telfair Street, Room 605 Augusta, GA 30901 Fax: 706-821-2811 or Email: procbidandcontract@augustaga.gov No bid will be accepted by fax, all must be received by mail or hand delivered. GERI A. SAMS, Procurement Director Publish: Augusta Chronicle January 4, 11, 18, 25, 2018 Metro Courier January 10, 2018 OFFICIAL VENDORS Physio-Control, Inc. 11811 Willows Road NE Redmond, WA 98052 Zoll Medical 269 Mill Road Chelmsford, MA 01824 Attachment B Yes Yes E-Verify Number 498026 279547 SAVE Form Yes Yes Make Physio-Control ZOLL Model LIFEPAK 15 Monitor / Defibrillator X Series Size H 31.7 cm / W - 40.1cm D - 23.1cm 8.9"x10.4"11.7lbs, Type Monitor /Defibrillator Cardiac Monitor Defibrillator Price Per Each $29,600.00 $35,177.89 Proposed Delivery Schedule 30 day ARO 60 day Cardiac Monitor/Defibrillators Total Number Specifications Mailed Out: 18 Total Number Specifications Download (Demandstar):12 Total Electronic Notifications (Demandstar): 125 Local Vendors: 3 Mandatory/ Pre-Bid/Telephone Conference attendees: 3 Total packages submitted: 2 Total Non-Compliant: 0 Bid tem #18-130 Cardiac Monitor/Defibrillators for Augusta, Georgia – Fire Department Bid Due: Tuesday, February 13, 2018 @ 11:00 a.m. Page 1 of 1 Commission Meeting Agenda 4/17/2018 2:00 PM Request use of monies obtained from the Sale of Forfieted/Abandoned firearms ($275,400.00) to enhance operations of the Richmond County Sheriffs Office Department:Richmond County Sheriff's Office Department:Richmond County Sheriff's Office Caption:Motion to approve a request from the Richmond County Sheriff's Office to use the monies from the sale of Forfeited/Abandoned firearms ($275,400.00) for use to enhance law enforcement operations within the agency. (Approved by Public Safety Committee April 10, 2018) Background:In February of 2018 The Richmond County Sheriffs Office working with the Richmond County Procurement Department solicited bids for vendors to purchase surplus weapons in the possession of RCSO. State law requires the agency to auction forfeited/abandoned weapons. Upon inspection of the weapons by qualified bidders, Sierra Auction submitted a bid of $275,400.00 (Bid Item #18-151). The Richmond County Sheriffs Office would use the monies to purchase items to enhance it's operations. (See attachment) Analysis:None Financial Impact:N/A Alternatives:None Recommendation:Accept the bid submitted by Sierra Auction of $275,400.00 and allow RCSO to use the monies to enhance law enforcement operations. Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: budget will be amended by approval of this item to increase revenue and expenditures by the same amount. dbw Cover Memo REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Cover Memo Commission Meeting Agenda 4/17/2018 2:00 PM Motion to authorize staff to draft an amendment to the AUGUSTA, GA Code changing the name of the Development Authority of Richmond County to “Augusta Economic Development Authority” and to bring the proposed Code amendment to the Commission for considerat Department:Development Authority of Richmond County Department:Development Authority of Richmond County Caption:Motion to authorize staff to draft an amendment to the Augusta, GA Code changing the name of the Development Authority of Richmond County to “Augusta Economic Development Authority” and to bring the proposed Code amendment to the Commission for consideration. (Approved by Finance Committee April 10, 2018) Background:The Development Authority of Richmond County has requested a name chance to take full advantage of the good name the City enjoys nationwide and in the world. It will also help identify the Development Authority in the marketplace. Analysis:This motion will allow staff to draft a Code amendment and bring it back to the Commission for consideration. Financial Impact:No direct financial impact. Improving the effectiveness of the Authority will increase tax revenue as more development is done throughout Richmond County. Alternatives:Decline to consider a name change at this time. Recommendation:Approve. Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: N/A. REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:Cover Memo Finance. Law. Administrator. Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Commission Meeting Agenda 4/17/2018 2:00 PM Graphic Packaging International Easement Deed Department:Utilities Department:Utilities Caption:Motion to approve an Easement Deed from Graphic Packaging International for a permanent access easement and three temporary construction easements. (Approved by Engineering Services Committee April 10, 2018) Background:The Utilities Department, under its Spirit Creek Basin Interceptor Rehabilitation Project #1, will be rehabbing a 36" sanitary sewer pipeline near Spirit Creek. In order to do so, a new easements are required. Analysis:The new access easement is needed, to allow the equipment to reach Spirit Creek unimpeded. The temporary easements are needed, for piling dirt and turning around equipment. GPI is donating the easements, to Augusta. Financial Impact:None Alternatives:Disapprove the Easement Deed, from Graphic Packaging International, for a permanent access easement and three temporary construction easements. Recommendation:Approve the Easement Deed, from Graphic Packaging International, for a permanent access easement and three temporary construction easements. Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: N/A REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:Cover Memo Finance. Procurement. Law. Administrator. Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Commission Meeting Agenda 4/17/2018 2:00 PM Highlands Water Treatment Plant Filter Modification and PAC System Department:Utilities Department:Utilities Caption:Motion to approve Award of Bid #17-268 for the construction of the Highlands Water Treatment Plant Filter Modification and PAC System to Rehab Construction Company, Inc. (Approved by Engineering Services Committee April 10, 2018) Background:This project consist of two major elements of work, the construction of a permanent Powdered Activated Carbon (PAC) System, and the rehabbing of two of the ten older filters. We currently feed PAC during certain times of the year to combat taste and odor issues. This project will construct a permanent PAC feeder and PAC storage silo. This project will also begin reconstruction of the old filters. Funds are programmed in our CIP for the next four years to complete this work. Analysis:ZEL Engineers and Augusta Utilities Department (AUD) have reviewed the bid submitted by Rehab Construction Company, Inc. The bid for construction services was deemed to be fair and reasonable by ZEL Engineers and they provided a recommendation letter to AUD. Financial Impact:We have reviewed the bid from Rehab Construction Company, Inc. and find it to be reasonable. Funding in the amount of $4,301,328.00 is available from accounts: 507043410- 5425110/81800010-5425110 Alternatives:The Commission could elect not to proceed with this project, however it is necessary for the reliability of our water treatment plant. Recommendation: Augusta Utilities Department recommends the Commission approve the Construction Services to Rehab Construction Cover Memo Company in the amount of $4,301,328.00 for the Highland Water Treatment Plant Filter Modification and PAC System. Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: Funds are available in the following accounts: 507043410- 5425110/81800010-5425110 REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Finance. Procurement. Law. Administrator. Clerk of Commission Cover Memo ZIMMERMAN, EVANS & LEOPOLD, INC. 706-724-5627 | Fax 706-724-5789 | 435 Telfair Street | Augusta, GA 30901 www.zelengineers.com January 17, 2018 Mr. Tom Wiedmeier, P.E., Director Augusta Utilities Department 452 Walker Street, Suite 200 Augusta, GA 30901 Re: Bond Project No. UB-2015-007 Highland Avenue Water Treatment Plant Filter Modifications and PAC System ZEL JN 1416-00 Dear Mr. Wiedmeier: The apparent low bidder, J.S. Haren, was deemed non-compliant by the Augusta Procurement Department and thus non-responsive. Therefore, we did not judge the responsiveness of this bidder. Because of Procurement’s determination, we recommend the project be awarded to the low responsive bidder, Rehab Construction Company, Inc of Conyers, GA. We recommend that Augusta Utilities Department (AUD) accept the following: • all Base Bid items - $3,950,000.00 • Add Alternate No. 1 – Add Leopold Trough Guard Media Baffles to owner-furnished fiberglass filter washwater troughs (5 troughs) in each filter half for a total of 10 troughs - $182,000.00. • Add Alternate No. 2 – Add Carbon Fiber Structural Strengthening to the southern wall of Filter No. 7 (common wall between filter No. 6 & No. 7) as shown on Drawing S02 - $3,000.00. This repair addresses the cracking and provides stabilization of the wall. • Add Alternate No. 3 - Add Carbon Fiber Structural Strengthening to the northern wall of Filter No. 7 (common wall between filter No. 7 & No. 8) as shown on Drawing S02 - $3,000.00. This repair addresses the cracking and provides stabilization of the wall. • Add Alternate No. 4 – Add Surface preparation and painting of the filter gallery piping for Filter No. 1 and Filter No. 7, including lead paint abatement as specified in section 09900, Painting and Finishing of the project specifications. - $45,000.00. It protects the piping from continual degradation due to rusting and removes the lead health hazard. • Add Alternate No. 5 – Supply and install new filter underdrains in Filter No. 1 in lieu of repairing and installing existing owner supplied underdrains - $118,000.00. The proposed owner supplied underdrains have not been stored per the January 17, 2018 Page 2 1416-00 Letter of Recommendation.docx manufacturer’s instructions. For eight (8) years, the underdrains have been stored outside in the weather and have been deteriorating. If an issue occurs after the underdrains are installed, it will be very expensive for AUD to repair. It is a risky proposition to install the owner supplied underdrains because of their deteriorated condition and therefore the owner should proceed with having new underdrains installed. We do not recommend that AUD accept: • Deductive Alternate – Provide a credit for washwater troughs without Media baffles on Filter No. 7. -$40,000.00. The total recommended award is for the amount of $4,301,328.00. We have checked the references of the low responsive bidder and are satisfied Augusta will be well served. If you have any questions or need anything, please call. Very truly yours, ZIMMERMAN, EVANS AND LEOPOLD, INC. Stacey W. Gordon, P.E. Principal SWG:st cc: Marie Corbin Allen Saxon Attachment: Bid Tab Invitation to Bid Sealed bids will be received at this office until Thursday, October 26, 2017 @ 3:00 p.m. for furnishing: Bid Item #17-268 Highland Avenue Water Treatment Plant Filter Modification and PAC System for Augusta, GA - Utilities Department Bid documents may be examined at the office of the Augusta, GA Procurement Department, 535 Telfair Street – Room 605, Augusta, GA 30901. Plans and specifications for the project shall be obtained by all prime contractors, subcontractors and suppliers exclusively from ARC. The fees for the plans and specifications which are non-refundable are $235.00. 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 Southern (706 821-0405) beginning Thursday, September 14, 2017. 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 Tuesday, October 10, 2017 @ 10:00 a.m. in the Procurement Department, 535 Telfair 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 Thursday, October 12, 2017 @ 5:00 P.M. No bid will be accepted by fax, all must be received by mail or hand delivered. No proposal may be withdrawn for a period of sixty (60) days after bids have been opened, pending the execution of contract with the successful bidder. 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 placed the bidder at the risk of receiving incomplete or inaccurate information upon which to base his qualifications. Correspondence must be submitted via mail, fax or email as follows: Augusta Procurement Department Attn: Geri A. Sams, Director of Procurement 535 Telfair Street, Room 605 Augusta, GA 30901 Fax: 706-821-2811 or Email: procbidandcontract@augustaga.gov No bid will be accepted by fax, all must be received by mail or hand delivered. GERI A. SAMS, Procurement Director Publish: Augusta Chronicle September 14, 21, 28, October 5, 2017 Metro Courier September 20, 2017 Revised: 2/2/2016 OFFICIAL VENDORS Attachmen t "B" Addendum 1 E-Verify SAVE Form Bid Bond Bid Price Alternate 1 Add Alternate 2 Add Alternate 3 Add Alternate 4 Add Alternate 5 Add Compliance Review Goal 10% J.S Haren Company 1175 Highway 11 North Athens, TN 37303 YES YES 161122 YES YES $3,873,000 / Non-Compliant $130,000.00 $5,000.00 $5,000.00 $47,000.00 $185,000.00 Non-Compliant Contract Management, Inc. 1827 Killingsworth Road Augusta, GA 30904 YES YES 225306 YES YES $4,245,841.00 $206,040.00 $3,825.00 $3,825.00 $86,700.00 $187,935.00 Yes Rehab Construction PO Box 924 Conyers, GA 30012 YES YES 100538 YES YES $3,950,000.00 $182,328.00 $3,000.00 $3,000.00 $45,000.00 $118,000.00 Yes Total Number Specifications Mailed Out: 19 Total Number Specifications Download (Demandstar): 6 Total Electronic Notifications (Demandstar): 330 Mandatory Pre-Bid Conference Attendees: 11 Total packages submitted: 3 Total Noncompliant: 1 Bid Item #17-268 Highland Avenue Water Treatment Plant Filter Modification and PAC System for Augusta, GA - Utilities Department Bid Date:Thursday, October 26, 2017 @ 3:00 p.m The following vendor J.S. Haren Company was deemed non-compliant by the Compliance Department for the following reson(s): The bidder did not meet the minimum participation with a LSBOP firm and did not pass good faith efforts. The following vendors did not respond: Harper Corporation / 312 E Coffee Street / Greenville, SC 29601 Haren Construction, Inc. / 1715 Hwy 411 N. / Etowah, TN 37331 Page 1 of 1 Commission Meeting Agenda 4/17/2018 2:00 PM Mitigation Credits Purchase for Hiers Pond and Lake Aumond Sediment Dredging and Disposal Project Department:Engineering Department:Engineering Caption:Motion to approve and authorize the Augusta Engineering Department (AED) to purchase 13.53 Wetland mitigation credits at a total cost of $139,156.05 ($10,285 per mitigation credit) from the AA Shaw, LLC (AA Shaw Wetland Mitigation Bank) to mitigate wetland impacts as determined necessary by the US Army Corps of Engineers in regards to the Hiers Pond/Lake Aumond Dredging Project. (Approved by Engineering Services Committee April 10, 2018) Background:Augusta Canal Basin Dredging (Lake Olmstead, Lake Aumond, Heirs Ponds and Rae’s Creek) are approved projects. AED recently secured Section 404 of the Clean Water Act required individual permit for Hiers Pond and Lake Aumond and let the project to initiate sediment removal process from these two waterbodies. Dredging contract was award on March 6, 2018 by the Augusta Commission. Purchase of wetland mitigation from a primary service area mitigation bank is prerequisite of issued 404 permit. It has been determined by the US Corps of Engineers (USACE) that 13.53 wetland mitigation credits will have to be purchased to mitigate the impacts to emerging wetlands as result of sediment removal. The wetland mitigation credits will be purchased from AA Shaw LLC at a cost of $10,285 per wetland credit. AA Shaw is Richmond County primary service area USACE approved mitigation bank. Analysis:Purchase of Mitigation Credit is pre-requisite of Environmental Permits and to commence construction/dredging activities at this project. A timely purchase of required credits is critical to commence dredging. Financial Impact:Funds are available in Engineering Stormwater Utility Fund account. Cover Memo Alternatives:Do not approve and cancel lake dredging project. Recommendation:Approve and authorize the Augusta Engineering Department (AED) to purchase 13.53 Wetland mitigation credits at a total cost of $139,156.05 ($10,285 per mitigation credit) from the AA Shaw, LLC (AA Shaw Wetland Mitigation Bank) to mitigate wetland impacts as determined necessary by the US Army Corps of Engineers in regards to the Hiers Pond/Lake Aumond Dredging Project. Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: Stormwater Utility Funding 581-044320-5211120 REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Finance. Law. Administrator. Clerk of Commission Cover Memo March 12, 2018 City of Augusta Engineering Department Attn: Hameed Malik 452 Walker St., Suite 110 Augusta, GA 30901 Re: Wetland Mitigation Credit Quote Lake Aumond – Augusta, Richmond County, GA USACE Regulatory Branch No.: SAS-2012-00778 Dear Mr. Malik: On behalf of the owners of the AA Shaw Wetland Mitigation Bank, Hodges, Harbin, Newberry & Tribble, Inc., (HHNT) is herein providing a sales quote for 13.53 wetland mitigation credits. These credits are for use as compensatory mitigation for Lake Aumond project located in HUC 03060106, Augusta, Richmond County, Georgia. The project is within the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) designated Lower Savannah River service area. The aforementioned HUC is within the AA Shaw Mitigation Bank’s primary service area and is thereby an appropriate source of mitigation for your project. The wetland mitigation credits are hereby quoted at a price of $10,285.00 per credit, for a total purchase price of $139,156.05. Please note, the AA Shaw Mitigation Bank operates under USACE Permit Number SAS-2011-00031, and is owned by AA Shaw, LLC. Per this agreement, wetland credit pricing is hereby guaranteed for 45 days. Should final payment not be received within 45 days of the date of this letter, or any subsequent formal extension thereof, the terms of this agreement shall become null and void with no further obligation to either party. Final transfer of the credits will be made upon receipt of the total invoice balance. Upon receipt of full payment, a credit certification and transfer letter verifying your credit purchase will be issued to you and the USACE. An invoice for this transaction has also been attached for your convenience. If you agree that this letter and attached invoice accurately sets forth your compensatory requirements with respect to the permitted project, please transmit a check for the aforementioned $139,156.05 made payable to AA Shaw, LLC. This mitigation credit quote and invoice will automatically expire without any further document or act of any party, at 5:00 p.m. EST on April 26, 2018. Sincerely, HODGES, HARBIN, NEWBERRY & TRIBBLE, INC. Brandon F. Smith, PWS Sr. Environmental Consultant BFS/ AA Shaw, LLC – Invoice Date Invoice # 03/12/2018 2013093 Bill To: City of Augusta Engineering Department Attn: Hameed Malik 452 Walker St., Suite 110 Augusta, GA 30901 Reg. Branch No. Terms Buyer’s Project Name SAS-2012-00778 Net 45, Expires April 26, 2018 Lake Aumond Line Item Description Quantity Unit Price Amount 01 Wetland Mitigation Credits 13.53 $10,285.00 $139,156.05 TOTAL Balance $139,156.05 Thank you for your business Total Currently Due $139,156.05 Invoice is for compensatory wetland mitigation for the Lake Aumond project located in Augusta, Richmond County, GA. Payable To: AA Shaw, LLC c/o: Hodges, Harbin, Newberry & Tribble, Inc. (HHNT) Attn: Mr. Brandon Smith 17 Park of Commerce Blvd., Suite 110 Savannah, GA 31405 as owned by: AA Shaw, LLC 1095 Honey Ridge Rd., Guyton, GA 31312 Commission Meeting Agenda 4/17/2018 2:00 PM Norfolk Southern Activity No. 1256368 Crossing Agreement Department:Utilities Department:Utilities Caption:Motion to approve Norfolk Southern Activity No. 1256368 Crossing Agreement.(Approved by Engineering Services Committee April 10, 2018) Background:AUD is preparing to construct the Rocky Creek Sanitary Sewer Force Main, from Chester Avenue to Doug Barnard Parkway. In order to do so, the pipeline will need to cross under the Norfolk Southern tracks, in Mike Padgett Highway. Analysis:All routes have been analyzed and the route going under the Norfolk Southern track was found to be best. The agreement they have proffered is their normal contract. Financial Impact:$1000.00 to cover the risk insurance fee. Alternatives:Do not approve Norfolk Southern Activity No. 1256368 Crossing Agreement. Recommendation:Approve Norfolk Southern Activity No. 1256368 Crossing Agreement. Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: G/L:512043420-5411120 J/L:817000030-5411120 REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Finance. Procurement. Law. Cover Memo Administrator. Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Commission Meeting Agenda 4/17/2018 2:00 PM Minutes Department: Department: Caption:Motion to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of the Augusta Commission held March 28, 2018 and Special Called Meeting held April 10, 2018. Background: Analysis: Financial Impact: Alternatives: Recommendation: Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Cover Memo Commission Meeting Agenda Commission Chamber - 312812018 ATTENDANCE: Present: Hons. Hardie Davis, Jr., Mayor; Jefferson, Guilfoyle, Sias, Frantom, M. Williams, Davis, Fennoy, D. Williams, Hasan and Smith, members of Augusta Richmond County Commission. INVOCATION: Rev. Gaye Williams Ortiz, Unitarian Universalist Church of Augusta. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA. RECOGNTTTON(S) 2017-2018 Georgia High School Assocation State Basketball Tournment. A. Congratulations! Lucy C. Laney, Lady Wildcats for winning the 2017- 2018 ltemGeorgia High School Association Class AA Girls State Basketball Action: Championship on March 7 ,2018 in Macon, GA. None Congratulations! T.W. Josey Lady Eagles, Runner-up 2017-2018 Georgia High School Association Class AA Girls State Basketball Championship on March 7 r 2018 in Macon, GA Congratulations! Aquinas High School, Fightin' Irish Men's Basketball Team for winning the 2017-2018 Georgia State High School Association Class 1-A Private Boys Basketball Championship on March g,20lB in Atlanta, GA official roll call of team rosters and recognition of coaching staff: Mr. Jeriah Lewis & Charles McNeil, Perry Broadcasting 96.9- Laney Ms. Jessica Eley, Sports Anchor/Reporter wRDw-Channel 12- Josey Ms. Dee Griffin, News Anchor WJBF-Channel 6- Aquinas lB ItemAoorovalsheet.html Motions Motion Motion Text Made Seconded MotionT'ype By By Result Recognition of the basketball teams from Lucy Laney High School, T. W. Josey High School and Aquinas High School. CONSENT AGENDA (Items 1-3) PLANNING 1. SA-54 - A request for conculrence with the Augusta Planning Commission to ltem approve a petition to amend the Land Subdivision Regulations for Augusta Action: Georgia by amending Section 106 - Definitions - Subdivisions. (Approved by Approved the Commission March 20r2018-second reading) E sa-54 report.pdf E sa-54 amendment.ndf IB ItemAoprovalsheet.html Motions Motion Motion Texr Made By seconded By f.".Xilrype Motion to Approve ffi:;,H';asses 10- $"#gjJl;'* ff#T;"ffi passes 0. 2. ZA'R-251 - A request for concurrence with the Augusta Planning Commission ltem to approve a petition to amend the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance for Action: Augusta Georgia by amending Section 2 (Definitions) Subdivisions. Approved (Approved by the Commission March 20rz0l&-second reading) B za-r-25l-reoort.odf B za-r-251 amendment.ndf E ItemAoorovalsheet.html Motions X:j:"' Morion Text Made By seconded By Motion t ype - ----- -.1 Result Motion to ^ .^.^..^--^ approve. Commissioner CommisionerApprove Motion passes l0- Mary Davis Sean Frantom Passes 0. PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS 3. Motion to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of the Augusta Item Commission held March 20,2018. Action: Approved E Regular Commission illeetinp \Iarch 20 20l8.pdf IB ItemAoorovalsheet.html Motions X:j]" Motion Text Made By seconded By MotionlYPe '''--- -r Result Motion to Approve ffiffiil'-asses r0- $:ffi:{iJ* ff;it;mf passes 0. ****END CONSENT AGENDA** * * AUGUSTA COMMISSION 3t28t2018 AUGUSTA COMMISSION REGULARAGENDA 3t28t2018 (Items 4-23) PUBLIC SERVICES 4. Motion to approve New Application: A.N. l8-1 1: request by Alfred J. Bisard, Item Jr. for a retail package Beer & Wine License to be used in connection with SF Action: Markets, LLC dlbla Sprouts Farmer's Market located at 630 Crane Creek Drive. Approved District 7. Super District 10. E l.N.l8-tt.odf E ItemAnorovalsheet.html Motions X:i1" Motion Text Made By Seconded By Hr|ilrype Motion to ^ approve. Commisioner CommissionerApprove ilotion Passes 10- Sean Frantom Dennis williams Passes 0. 5. Discuss the process used by Augusta Regional Airport for replacement furniture ltem at the Airport and other matters. (Deferred from the March 20, 2018 Action: Commission Meeting -Requested by Commissioner Marion Williams) None E ARA_-_Office_Furniture_3.20.t 8.pdf tB ARA - Cover Email Oflice Furniture 3.20.18.ndf Motions Motion Motionil";.. Motion Text Made By Seconded By ii;;il' Motion to approve Approve i::::,:f trris item ", S:ilTJiilLl,L, $",il##I:ffi:,lnIorTnatl0n. It was the consensus of the Commission that this item be received as information. 6. Motion to approve Textron Hangar Lease Augusta Regional Airport. Item Action: Approved lB Textron-AsreemenICJ6S 18021 2l 5020.pdf E ltemAnorovalsheet.html Motions *j1"' Motion Text Made By seconded By Motion I YPe ' --"- -r Result Motion to Approve ffiffi"rasses 10- fr""HB"TiJ* S:#Tffi; passes 0. ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES 7. Approve a request from the Augusta Regional Airportto purchase one 2018 ltem Ford Transit Cargo Van.Action: Approved lB State Contract Transit Carqo Van.ndf lE ItemAoprovalsheet.html Motions X:i1" Motion Text Made By Seconded By fJ.tjil'rype Motion to ^ approve. Commissioner CommisionerApprove ilotio, Passes 10- Mary Davis Sean Frantom Passes 0. 8. Approve a request from the Augusta Fire Department to purchase one 2018 Ford Item Transit Cargo Van at a cost of $23,383. Action: Approved B Eval - 940292 - FIre Van.pdf lB State Contract---Fire ('arso-Van.pdf El ItemAnnrovalsheet.html Motions X:i1'" Motion Text Made By seconded By f.'r'Jilrype Motion to approve. Voting No: Approve commissioner commissioner commissioner n^^^^^ Marion Williams. William Fennoy Dennis Williams rasses Motion Passes 9-1. 9. Approve a request from the Augusta Fire Department to purchase two 2018 ltem Chevrolet Pursuit Tahoes to be used as Command Vehicles. Action: Approved E EvaL--2040J6-204037 - Fire.odf B State Contract - Fire Chevrolet Tahoe.odf E ItemApprovalsheet.html Motions Motion Motion-^"'^"" Motion Text Made By Seconded ByType Result Motion to approve' commissioner CommisionerApprove Motion Passes 10- *ro Davis Sean Frantom0. B ItemApprovalsheet.html Motions Motion Motion Text'l'ype Motion to approve Approve throwing out the "common set of facts" Motion to , aDDrove.APProve vtotion Passes l o- 0. Made By Commissioner Marion Williams Passes Seconded Motion By Result 10. Discuss "common set of facts". (Deferred from the March 20, 2018 ltem Commission Meeting -requested by Commissioner Marion Williams) Action: None It was the consensus of the Commission that this item be received as information. 11. Receive as information the proposed construction plan for the SPLOST 7 Item Records Retention annex located at 1815 Marvin Griffin Rd, formerly known Action: as the Licensing and Inspection Office. Approved [B AGENDA 2018-03 - Douse 8-15-17 Aooroval Letter.ndf tB AGENDA 2018-03 - Bid Documents - Plan.pdf lE ItemAonrovalsheet.html Motions X::1'" Motion rext Made Byrype seconded By Motion Result Commissioner Commisioner Mary Davis Sean Frantom Passes 12. Approve Title VI Program for Public Transit Planning Pursuant to Federal ltem Transit Administration Regulations relating federal grant programs, 5303- Action: Metropolitan Planning, 5307-Urbanized Area, 53l0-Enhanced Mobility of Approved Seniors and Individuals with Disabilities, 5311- Rural Transit and 5339-Bus and Bus Facilities. lE Planninp Title-Vl-Propram Uodated 3.I9.2018.ndf tB ltemAonrovalsheet.html Motions |'#:"' Motion Text Made By Seconded By f.l.iii Motion to Approve ffiffi"J"rasses 10- fr:[B'jJi;"' !*tm; passes 0. FINANCE 13. Request to approve Augusta POL/EPL Broker Service (awarded through RFP - Item #18-165) to include Premium Quote for 2018 - 2019 POL/EPL coverage to J. Action: Smith Lanier & Co. LLC., current broker, through insurance carrier RSUI for a Approved premium of $58,700. B 18-165 Request for Proposal sent to newspaper.pdf E tE-t65 r.q,s onncraL.por B 18-165 Cumulative Evaluation Sheet .pdf E Recommendation-Lefler-from Deoartment_Riskndf E Process Resardins RFPs.ndf E l\lail List and Demandstar Planholders.pdf B ltemAporovalsheet.html Motions H"J:" Motion Text Made By Seconded By f;XilJI Motion to A .^_-^-,^ approve. Commissioner CommisionerApprove Motion passes 10- Mary Davis Sean Frantom Passes 0. 14. Motion to accept the 2018 Summer Intern Program from Civic Affairs ItemFoundation. Action: Approved B pRoootsg.odr IB ItemAoorovalsheet.html Motions Motion Motion Type Motion Text Made By seconded By Result Motion to ^ approve. Commissioner CommisionerApprove iliotio, Passes 10- Mary Davis Sean Frantom Passes 0. 15. Present the financial report of the twelve month period ended December 31, Item 2017. Action: Approved E ItemAoprovalSheet.html Motions f#:"' Motion rext Made By Seconded By f.".tiii Motionto approve commissioner commissioner n ----Approve receiving this item ., M;;;;;ir^' Grady Smith Passes information. ENGINEERING SERVICES 16. Approve the Sole-source Purchase from Yancey Brothers of the Certified Re- Item Build of D6N Bulldozer for the Environmental Services Department. Action: Approved lH Sole Source Yancey.pdf Motions Motion Motion Text Made By seconded By ['riil'l'ype Motion to ^ approve. Commissioner Commisioner passesApprove Motion Passes 10- Mary Davis Sean Frantom 0. 17. Motion to approve renaming the John C. Calhoun Expressway-Veterans ltem Expressway. (Requested by Commissioner Bill Fennoy) Action: Disapproved El ItemAoorovalsheet.html Motions Motion Motion Type Motion Text Made By Motion to approve. Mr. M. Williams votes Seconded By Result Present. Voting No: Commissioner Mary Davis, Commisioner Sean Frantom, Commissioner A Approve :"fffl,;i:o,,.. wuy,. ;T,*Tf ;:ffi::f'"' Ful, Ll Commissioner Andrew Jefferson, Commissioner Sammie Sias, Commissioner Grady Smith. Motion Fails 3-6 -1. ADDENDUM 18. Motion to go into an Executive Session.Item Action: Approved lE ltemApnrovalsheet.html Motions Motion Motion Text'r'ype Made By Seconded By Motion Result Motion to approve going into an executive session ^ -.-, - to discuss pending and Commissioner S:T,TjtionerApprove potential litigatioi, real Ben Hasan- Yilri* Passes estate and personnel. rennoY Motion Passes 10-0. 19. Motion to approve a request to extend the Noise Ordinance curfew an Item additional thirty minutes for the Major Rager Charity Benefit Show to be held Action: at the Augusta Common on Friday, April 6th. (Requested by Commissioner Approved Marion Williams) E ;r*oise Ordinance ('urfen.odf IB ItemAonrovalsheet.html Motions Motion Motion Texttype Unanimous consent is given to add this item to the agenda. Motions Motion Motion Made ByType Text Made Seconded Motion By By Result Seconded By Motion Result ^ Motion to Commissioner Wayne Commisioner SeanApprove approve. Guilfoyle Frantom No action is taken on this motion due to the passage of the substitute motion. Motions Motion]j"-'"- Motion TextMe Substitute motion to approve extending the noise ordinance curfew for one hour for the Major a --- Rager Charity BenefitAPProve Shiw on Apiit 6,2018 and to authorize staff to draft a Code amendment to make this extension permanent. Motion Passes 10-0. seconded By fJ,|ilMade By Commissioner Marion Williams 20. Motion to approve applications to Georgia DOT for Local Maintenance and ltem Improvement Grants in the amount of $450,000 and $170,000 to be distributed Action: to Georgia Technology Authority (GTA) for 12th Street Improvements as Approved requested by AED. Also, authorize receiving these from GDOT to be distributed to GTA and execution of associated documents. (Requested by Administrator Jackson) E GDOT LNIIG Aoolications-GTA Cvber Innovation and Trainins Center l2th Street Imorovements.odf lB ItemAoprovalSheet.html Motions Motion:1"'^"" Motion Text'l'vne Unanimous consent is given to add this item to the agenda. Commissioner;;ffi;;^'-' Passes Made Seconded Motion By By Result Motions ryJ:"' Motion rext Made Bv E ltemApprovalSheet.html Motions Motion-^""".. Motion Text'I'vne Motion to approve. Ms. Davis, Mr. Approve Frantom and Mr. Smith out. Motion Passes 7-0. lB ItemAnorovalsheet.html Motions Motion-""-" Motion Text'rype Motion to approve. Ms. Davis, Mr. Approve Frantom and Mr. Smith out. Motion Passes 7-0. Made By Commissioner Wayne Guilfoyle Made By Commissioner William Fennoy Seconded By Seconded By Seconded By Commissioner Marion Williams Commissioner william Fennoy Passes Motion Result Motion Result Motion Result Passes claims of ltem Action: Approved Motion to Approve ffi3rt""lt;asses 1o- 0. 21. Motion to accept the resignation of Melanie Wilson effective May 7,2018 and Item to waive the 90-day notice of resignation requirement and to approve four Action: months of severan.i puy in accordance with Sections 500.311 and 500.312 of Approved the Personnel Policy and Procedures Manual. Commissioner Commissioner Sammie Sias Wiltiam Fennoy Passes 22, Motion to approve the appointment of Robert Sherman as the Interim Director Item of the Planning and Development Department effective April 9,2018. Action: Approved Motion to approve settlement resolution Jennifer Miller in the amount of $40,000. 23.for the settlement of all E ltemApprovalsheet.html Motions Y:j*'" Motion Text Made By Seconded By f;li,''l'ype Motion to approve. Ms. Davis, Mr. Frantom and Mr. Smith ouL Approve voting No: commissioner commissioner passes commissioner wayne Sammie Sias Ben Hasan Guilfoyle. Motion Passes 6-1. LEGAL MEETING A. Pending and Potential Litigation. B. Real Estate. C. Personnel. 24. Motion to approve execution by the Mayor of the affidavit of Item compliance with Georgia's Open Meeting Act. Action: Approved Motions ryJ:'" Motion rext Made By seconded By Motion Result Motion to approve. Ms. ^ Davis. Mr. Frantom and Commissioner Commissioner hApprove Mr. Smith out. William Fennoy Marion williams rasses Motion Passes 7-0. Upcoming Meetings www.augustaga.gov CALLED MEETING COMMISSION CHAMBER April 10,2018 Augusta Richmond County Commission convened at 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, April 10, 2018, the Honorable Hardie Davis, Mayor, presiding. PRESENT: Hons. Jefferson, Guilfoyle, Sias, Frantom, M. Williams, Davis, Fennoy, D. Williams, Hasan and Smith, members of Augusta Richmond County Commission. Mr. Mayor: All right, good afternoon, everybody. We're going to go ahead and call this meeting to order. The Chair recognizes Attorney MacKenzie. 1. LEGAL MEETING A. Pending and potential litigation B. Real estate C. Personnel Mr. MacKenzie: I would entertain a motion to go into an executive session to discuss pending and potential litigation, real estate and personnel. Mr. Jefferson: So move. Mr. Sias: Second. Mr. Mayor: A motion and second. Voting. Ms. Davis, Mr. FrantonS Mr. M. Williams and Mr. Smith out. Motion carries 6-0. IEXECUTTVE SESSTON] Ms. Davis: Okay, we'll call back the meeting to order please. 2. Motion to authorize execution by the Mayor of the affidavit of compliance with Georgia's Open Meeting Act. Mr. MacKenzie: I would entertain a motion to execute the closed meeting affidavit. Mr. Smith: So move. Mr. Sias: Second. Ms. Davis: We have a motion and a second. please vote. Mr. Fennoy out. Motion carries 9-0. Ms. Davis: All right, Commissioner Sias. Mr. Sias: Thank you, Madam Chair. I move that we approve the appointment of Gwendolyn J. Conner, Ed.D. as Human Resources Director at an annual salary of $115,000.00 and a start date of April 23,2018. Mr. Sias: So move. Mr. Smith: Second. Ms. Davis: We have a motion and a second. Please vote. Mr. Fennoy out. Mr. M. Williams abstains. Motion carries 8'1. Ms. Davis: Commissioner Frantom. Mr. Frantom: Thank you, Madam Pro Tem. I'd make a motion to approve Rocky Creek Project Management Plan with the Corps of Engineers. Mr. Sias: Second. Ms. Davis: We have a motion and a second. Please vote. Mr. Fennoy out. Mr. M. Williams abstains. Motion carries 8-1. Ms. Davis: Mr. MacKenzie, anything else? Mr. MacKenzie: That's all I have. Thank you. IMEETING ADJOURNED] Lena J. Bonner Clerk of Commission CERTIFICATION: I, Lena J. Bonner, Clerk of Commission, hereby certify that the above is a true and correct copy of the minutes of the Called Meeting of the Augusta Richmond County Commission held on April 10,2019. Clerk of Commission Commission Meeting Agenda 4/17/2018 2:00 PM Boarded Up Properties Department: Department: Caption:Receive and discuss report from Planning & Development Department regarding boarded up structures to include the number of structures and lengthy existence. (Requested by Commissioner Marion Williams) Background: Analysis: Financial Impact: Alternatives: Recommendation: Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Cover Memo Commission Meeting Agenda 4/17/2018 2:00 PM Augusta Georgia Retirement Process Department:Human Resources Department:Human Resources Caption:Presentation of the Augusta, Georgia Retirement Process. (No recommendation from Administrative Services Committee April 10, 2018) Background:N/A Analysis:N/A Financial Impact:N/A Alternatives:N/A Recommendation:N/A Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: N/A REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Cover Memo Augusta, Georgia Retirement Process April 10, 2018 The Retirement Process •Employee contacts the HR department (benefits staff) to request an appointment to discuss retirement. •Benefits staff requests a retirement estimate from our pension administrator (GMEBS/QPA) for the employee prior to meeting with the employee. •Estimate is normally provided to employee by phone or by email. If employee desires to proceed with retirement, they are informed of the documents needed for employee only and/or spousal benefit. *Driver’s license, SS Card, Birth Certificate and Voided Check. If leaving a spousal benefit, a copy of marriage license is needed. •During the appointment, the benefits staff will review and complete the retirement application with the employee and obtain all of the requested documents needed in conjunction with the retirement application. *GMEBS – Georgia Municipal Employees Benefit System *QPA – Qualified Plan Administrator 2 The Retirement Process continued… • Recommended time period for those seeking retirement? We recommend employees contact Human Resources at least sixty (60) days prior to retirement effective date. •Appointment time to complete application and obtain required documents? •The appointment time with Human Resources should take approximately one hour but varies by employee. 3 Augusta, Georgia Pension Plans • Current GMEBS -Georgia Municipal Association • Old GMEBS -Georgia Municipal Association • 1977 Pension Plan – Georgia Municipal Association • 1949 Pension Plan –Qualified Pension Administrator • 1945 Pension Plan –Qualified Pension Administrator • 1998 Deferred Contribution Benefit Plan – Newport Group 4 The Retirement Options… 5 Retirement benefit options Presented to Employee: o Option to leave a spousal benefit o Option to continue Health, Dental and Vision insurance o Option to continue basic life insurance o Option to enroll into Medicare Advantage, if 65 or older o Provide employee information related to their supplemental benefits. 6 Retirement Benefit Elections Options Page 3 of BCBS contract QUESTIONS??? 9 5 IT’S YOUR FUTURE MAKING THE MOST OF YOUR AUGUSTA, GEORGIA RETIREMENT 2 About the Benefits Handbook This booklet describes the benefits available to Augusta, Georgia employees who have met the age and service requirements to retire with benefits under the GMEBS - Georgia Municipal Employees Benefit System (Current GMEBS, Old GMEBS and 1977 Pension Plans, QPA – Qualified Plan Administrator (1945 and 1949 Pension Plans) and Newport Group - 1998 (Deferred Contribution Plan). The benefits described within this booklet are based on meeting the requirements to retire from Augusta, Georgia. Augusta, Georgia has been made to ensure the accuracy of information in this booklet. However, if statements in this booklet differ from applicable contracts, certificates or riders, then the terms and conditions of those documents, as interpreted by the Augusta, Georgia Human Resources office, prevail. Possession of this booklet does not constitute eligibility for retirement. 3 Contents Retirement from the Augusta, Georgia ……4 Augusta, Georgia benefits in Retirement…..5 Retiree Life Insurance….6 Benefits that end in Retirement…….7 Benefit Retirement Premiums…8 Contact Info…9 Frequently Asked Questions…10 4 Retirement from the Augusta, Georgia Your eligibility to retire from the Augusta, Georgia government is determined by several factors, including your age, your service date, your appointment date and the number of years you have worked for the organization? “Retirement” is defined as a voluntary termination from the Augusta, Georgia government based on meeting age and eligible service requirements. In addition to other eligibility, there is also a five (5) year minimum service requirement to retire with benefits, including health/prescription drug, dental, vision and life insurance, if eligible. 5 Augusta, Georgia Benefits in Retirement When you retire, your Augusta, Georgia employee benefits end at the end of the month prior to the effective date of your retirement. Retiree benefits for which you are eligible start on the 1st of the month. Note: if you retire on the 1st of the month, your employee benefits end and your retiree benefits start on your retirement date. If you are enrolled in the following Augusta, Georgia benefit plans and are eligible for benefits as an Augusta, GA retiree, coverage for you and your eligible dependents enrolled at the time of your retirement will automatically continue as long as you pay any applicable premiums:  Health Plan (including prescription drug coverage) o If you are retiring under the age of 65, on our HMO OR POS plan, your prescription drug carrier is Magellan RX. o If you are retiring at age 65 or older, on our Medicare Preferred PPO plan, your prescription drug carrier is Express Scripts.  Dental Plan  Vision Plan  Group Term Life Insurance (Automatically transfers to the Retiree Life Insurance Plan) *Employees seeking retirement have the option to waive coverage, if they choose to do so. Dependent Eligibility Only the eligible person(s) covered under your benefits plans at the time of your retirement can remain on your coverage in retirement. Covered dependent children remain on your benefits until they no longer meet the eligibility requirements, up to the end of the month in which they turn 26. Open Enrollment Each year during the Open Enrollment period, you may make changes to your retiree benefits i.e. health, dental and vision. As an Augusta, Georgia retiree, changes are effective April 1st. 6 Retiree Life Insurance Plan If you are enrolled in Group Term Life Insurance when you retire, you will be transferred to the Retiree Life Insurance Plan, and the amount of coverage will be reduced to the retirement level for your age (unless you appear on the Grandfathered list). Those employees listed on the grandfathered list are not subject to policy amount based on age. All other retirees will continue to reduce each year until you reach age 70, when the coverage becomes $12,500, and this amount will remain in effect for the rest of your life. Your Age On and After Retirement Amount of Insurance Monthly Premium Up to age 65 $25,000 $11.00 Age: 65-69 $16,250 $7.15 Age 70 and older $12,500 $5.50 *Premium amounts will be deducted from your monthly pension. Your life insurance will be paid to your named beneficiaries Regardless of how, when or where death occurs, the full amount of your life insurance in effect at the time of death will be paid to your beneficiaries after written proof of your death is provided to the life insurance company and all necessary documents are processed. Keep your beneficiary designation up to date Be sure to keep your beneficiary information up to date as your circumstances change. In order to change your life insurance beneficiary, you must contact Augusta, Georgia Human Resources benefits team. 7 Benefits that end at Retirement The following benefits end at retirement:  Long-Term Disability Plan Your Long-Term Disability (LTD) benefits will end as of the last day of the month prior to your retirement date. Note: if your retirement date is the 1st of the month, your LTD coverage will end the last day of the previous month.  Flexible Spending (FSA) Healthcare FSA If you participate in a Healthcare FSA, expenses incurred prior to the date of your retirement are eligible for reimbursement.  Dependent Care FSA You may continue to submit claims for expenses incurred from January 1 (or your dependent care FSA start date) through March 15 of the following year. The amount of the reimbursement will be subject to the balance in your account. If there are sufficient funds, claims will be honored upon request.  Nationwide 457 Upon retirement, once you have been designated as a retiree, you will need to submit the necessary forms to Nationwide to receive the contribution balance. Distribution forms can be obtained by contacting the Augusta, Georgia Human Resources department (a portion of the form will need to be completed by HR.)  Optional Life Insurance Upon retirement, once you have been designated as a retiree, you will need to contact the Standard Life Insurance and/or Voya Insurance to set up direct billing to make payments directly to the insurance company. 8 Retirement Benefit Premiums Paying for your benefits As an Augusta, Georgia retiree, your health/dental, vision and life insurance, if selected, will be deducted from your monthly pension check. The retirement amount quoted to you at retirement will be the amount minus the benefit elections amount you authorize to be deducted. The HR department (Benefits Staff) will provide you with a copy of the insurance deductions you elected. If your monthly pension is less than the benefit elections, the retiree will be set up on direct bill and will pay the monthly premiums to Conexis. Medical Insurance Premiums - Retirees (Monthly) County 45, County 77, City GMEBS and Social Security Plan 1 - HMO Retiree Retiree Only $101.81 Retiree + 1 $203.74 Family $305.61 Plan 2 - POS Retirees without Medicare Medicare Advantage & Dental Retiree Retiree Retiree $112.60 Retiree $35.84 Retiree + 1 $225.31 Retiree + 1 $77.31 Family $337.96 City 45 and City 49 Retirees Plan 1 (HMO) - Medical & Dental Medicare Advantage & Dental Retiree Retiree Retiree $45.47 Retiree $35.84 Retiree + 1 $90.99 Retiree + 1 $77.31 Family $136.49 Plan 2 (POS) - Medical & Dental VISION Retiree $43.49 Retiree Only $6.14 (Low) $9.10 (High) Retiree + 1 $86.97 Retiree + 1 $12.30 (Low) $18.24 (High) Retiree + Family $16.90 (Low) $25.06 (High) 9 Contact Information BENEFIT BENEFITS CLAIMS ADMINISTRATOR PHONE WEBSITE HEALTH CARE Health Maintenance Organizations (HMO) Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia 800-441-2273 www.bcbsga.com Prescriptions (HMO) Magellan RX 800-424-8009 www.magellan.com Preferred Provider Organizations (PPO) Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia 800-441-2273 www.bcbsga.com Prescriptions (PPO) Magellan RX 800-424-8009 www.magellan.com Medicare Advantage Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia 800-441-2273 www.bcbsga.com Prescriptions (Medicare Advantage) Express Scripts 800-251-7690 www.express-scripts.com Medicare See U.S. government listing in your local telephone book www.medicare.gov Dental MetLife 800-638-5433 www.metlife.com Vision EyeMed 866-939-3633 www.eyemedvisioncare.com Life Insurance Standard 800-638-1135 www.standard.com Life Insurance VOYA 855-ONE-VOYA www.voya.com AFLAC AFLAC 800-992-3522 www.AFLAC.COM Heath Plan Payments CONEXIS 866-279-8385 www.conexis.com Human Resources Department 706-821-2303 Email: benefits@augustaga.gov 10 Frequently Asked Questions 1. As a retiree, if I decide not to leave my spouse a spousal benefit, can I change my mind at a later date? No, the final retirement amount is based on whether or not a retiree leaves a spousal benefit. Once the retiree elects not to leave a spouse benefit, he or she cannot change that election. 2. As a retiree, what deductions are eligible to be deducted from my monthly pension? a. Health/Dental b. Vision c. Group Term Life Insurance 3. As a retiree, when does my retirement become effective? How should I communicate my retirement to my department? Retirement for all retirees are effective at the 1st of the month. Employees seeking retirement are encouraged to give their department at least a thirty-day (30) notice. 4. As a retiree, what if the last day of the month falls on Wednesday, should I finish out the week? No, your last day of work would be the last day of the month whether it falls on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday. Retirees should not work beyond the last day of the month. 5. As a retiree, if I pass away, who should my family contact? The family of a retiree who has passed away should contact the HR department immediately. At that time, a benefit specialist will provide the designated beneficiary with the necessary documents needed to initiate a death claim with the insurance company. The HR department’s direct line is (706) 821-2303. 6. As a retiree, I left my spouse a spousal benefit and had them covered on my insurance. What happens after I pass away? Upon the death of a retiree, the family should contact the HR department immediately. At that time, a benefit specialist will inform the designated beneficiary of the next process. If the retiree has left a spousal benefit, the benefit specialist will walk the spouse through the process of continuing his/her benefits after the retiree’s death. The HR department’s direct line is (706) 821-2303. 7. As a retiree, how is Retiree Open Enrollment handled? Open enrollment is held on a designated date in February of each year. The HR department will send out of notices of the place, date and time of the event and invite all retirees to attend. Retirees are not required to attend these events, they should attend only if changes are necessary or if the retiree has benefit related questions for benefit providers. 11 8. As a retiree, what should I do if I have a life changing event? As retiree, you will have to communicate with the Human Resources department directly. If you have one of the following life changing events: o New Marriage o Divorce or legal separation o Birth or adoption of an eligible child o Death of your spouse or a covered child o Receipt of a Qualified Medical Child Support Order *HR should be notified of any life changing events within 30 days of the event in order to be compliance with the change associated with the event. You can do so by stopping by or calling the HR office, 535 Telfair Street, 4th floor, Augusta, Georgia or (706) 821-2303 between 8:30AM-5pm, Monday through Friday. 9. As a retiree, what if my address has changed? All retirees are encouraged to keep their address information updated with the HR department. If you need to make an address change, you can do so by stopping by the HR office, 535 Telfair Street, 4th floor, Augusta, Georgia between 8:30AM-5PM, Monday through Friday. 10. As a retiree, what happens after Retiree Open Enrollment? The HR department’s benefits team will review the changes, update those changes in our benefits system and forward the changes to the respective Pension Administrator (GMEBS/QPA) by March 15 for an April 1 effective date. 11. As a retiree, what happens to my unused compensatory and vacation hours? Once your department has submitted the proper paperwork (RPA) to Human Resources, notification will be provided to the payroll department and then you will be paid for your unused compensatory and vacation hours. All final payouts are paid in the form of a live check and must be picked up in the Human Resources office with proper identification. 12. As a retiree, can I continue to use the Health and Wellness center? The only retirees eligible to utilize the Health and Wellness center are those individuals who are on Augusta, GA’s HMO/POS health plans. Employees 65 years or older enrolled in our Medicare Advantage plan are not eligible to utilize the Health and Wellness center. 13. What if I’m denied retirement benefits due to age or years of service, how do I appeal this decision? a. The potential retiree should contact the Human Resources department in writing within 90 days of the decision. b. Appeal letter to should be addressed to: Augusta, Georgia Government, ATTN: Compensation and Benefits Manager, 535 Telfair Street, Suite 400, Augusta, Georgia 30901 c. Appeal process review should be concluded within 90 days of receipt in the Human Resources office. 12 d. Once a decision has been made, the Human Resources office shall contact you in writing within 30 days of the decision. 14. Can I keep my other benefits outside of my Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance? Yes, retirees have the option to keep such benefits such as AFLAC and/or Optional Life insurance; however, as a retiree, you have to contact the vendor to make payments through direct billing. Augusta, Georgia Human Resources Department 535 Telfair Street, Suite 400 Augusta, Georgia 30901 (706) 821-2303 (Office) – (706) 821-2867 (FAX) AUTHORIZATION FOR INSURANCE DEDUCTIONS Retiree’s Name: ____________________________________ SSN: _____ -_____ - ______ Plan Name: □ City 45 □ City 49 □ County 45 □ County 77 □ GMEBS Health Insurance Elections: _________ (Retiree Initials) □ Opt Out □ Plan I □ Plan II □ MetLife Dental □ Medicare Advantage Coverage Level: ___________ (Retiree Initials) □ Opt Out □ Retiree Only □ Retiree +1 Family □ Family Cost: Retiree Cost: Health Insurance $_________ MetLife Dental $ _________ Employer Cost: Health Insurance $_________ MetLife Dental $ _________ Vision Care Plan: ___________ (Retiree Initials) □ Opt Out □ Low Option □ High Option Retiree Cost: EyeMed $ _________ Life Insurance: ___________ (Retiree Initials) □ Opt Out □ Opt In Coverage: Retiree Cost: $_____________ Insurance Amount: $ _______________ Beneficiary Name/Address/Phone: ____________________________________________ ( ) ________-_____________ ____________________________________________ HR Benefits Representative: ___________________________________ Date: ____/____/____ Retiree Signature: __________________________________________ Date: ____/____/____ Karen Dixon Donna Jones karend@qpainc.com DJones@gmanet.com (706) 722-1208 (Fax) (678) 686-6338 (Fax) Commission Meeting Agenda 4/17/2018 2:00 PM Ambulance Services providers Department: Department: Caption:Discuss contract negotiations with ambulance companies to provide service to the ARC. (Requested by Commissioner Marion Williams) Background: Analysis: Financial Impact: Alternatives: Recommendation: Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Cover Memo Commission Meeting Agenda 4/17/2018 2:00 PM Fire Department EMT Department: Department: Caption:Update from staff on what triggered/caused and who authorized stationing a Fire Department Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) in the commission chamber during commission meetings. (Requested by Commissioner Marion Williams) Background: Analysis: Financial Impact: Alternatives: Recommendation: Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Cover Memo Commission Meeting Agenda 4/17/2018 2:00 PM Update EMS Department:Administrator/Fire/911/Law Department:Administrator/Fire/911/Law Caption:Update on the status of Augusta’s efforts to follow through with the Commission’s directive to pursue re-opening of the EMS Zone through the Region VI EMS Council. (Requested by Commissioner Marion Williams) Background:Attached are a series of documents to explain this process and where we are in it. 1. Description of Zoning Process, email from Ernie Doss of the Department of Public Health to Chris James, dated January 24, 2018. 2. Regional Emergency Medical Services Council By-laws 3. Chronology of events since the Augusta Commission voted 8-0 on October 10, 2017 to pursue opening of the zone; numerous supporting materials. Analysis:N/A Financial Impact:N/A Alternatives:N/A Recommendation:N/A Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: N/A REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Cover Memo Commission Meeting Agenda 4/17/2018 2:00 PM Zero Waste and Environmental Democracy Department: Department: Caption:Mr. Charles N. Utley regarding the adoption of a resolution relative to Zero Waste and Environmental Democracy. (No Recommendation from Engineering Services Committee April 10, 2018) Background: Analysis: Financial Impact: Alternatives: Recommendation: Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Cover Memo Apr 02 18, 08:48a bredl utley 7067725558 p.2 AGEO DA ITEM REQUEST FORM Commission/Committee: (Please check one) Commission Public Services Committee Administrative S en'ices CommitteeX Engineering Services Committee Finance Committee Public Safety Committee Contact tnformation for lndividual/Presenter Making the Request: Name: Charles N. UUev _ Address:7O6-798-7q33 - -- - - TelephoneNumber: 706-772-55sa Fax Number: E-MailAddress:cutlev@oaine.edu Caption/Topic of Discussion to be placed on the Agenda: ?ero Waste and Environ{nental Dernocrac.v: Zero Waste forces us to examine our shared resoonsibiljties for hou' w'e livg 4nd to acknowledge the impact of our astions o+ those wh_o. live around us, A Goal of 1O07o Clean Energt'Bv 2O5O: Resolution: that the Richmond CounQr B_oard Commissioners endo$es the following: that the county estab_lish a transition from a fossil,.fuel-base economy to a 1007o clean renewable enerry for all enerpor sectors. including transr:ortation br* Decemb_er 31 . 2050 to avoid cligr_ate catastrophe. to promote job creation and economic grorvth. and to protect the Earth for current and future eenerations from climate c.-atastrophe. Further. the county shall achieve 807o clean renewable enerw for all enere0r sec.tors by December 2030. Please send this request form to the follorving address: Ms- Lena J. Bonner Telephone number: 706-821-1820 Clerk of Cornrnission Fax number: 706-821-1838 Room 806 Municipal Buildin g E-Mail Addres s : I brzLDe(@e!Cs!t4gg=-S9_y 530 Greene Street Augusta, GA 30911 Requests may be fared, e-mailed or delivered in person and must be received in the Clerk's Office no later than 5:00 p.m. on the lYednesday preceding the Commission or Committee meeting of the following week. A five-minute time lirnit will be allowed for presentations. Commission meetings are held on the first and third Tuesdays of each month at 2:00 p.m. Committee meetings are held on the second and last Mondays of each month from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m- Apr 02 18, 08:48a bredl utley 7067725558 Zero Waste and Enrrironmental Democracy A Statement by the BIue Ridge Environmental Defcnse League Concern Citizens of Shell Bluff, Waynesboro, GA Zero VYasteforces us to examine our shared responsibililiesfor how we live and to acknowledge the impaet of our actians on those who live around us- The Blue Ridge Environmental Defense League began twenty-eight years ago with a commitnent to earth stewardship, environmental democracy, social justice and community empov/ennent. Since that first campaign against a high-level nuclear waste dump, we have confronted hazardous waste and rnedical \toaste incinerators as well as nurnerous regional and rnulti-state solid vr,aste dumps. BREDL chapters worked in their communities to raise hundreds of thousands of dollars and wage long public campaigns to rvin victories against very porverful corporations. The principles and commitrnent that tr.e shared in 1984 are reflected in our goals for Z,ero Waste. Zero Waste advocates face many difficutt choices as they campaign for concepts such as Extended Producer Responsibilit-v- @PR), Clean Production and Cradle-to-Crad1e ownership of products and rvaste. The goals of preserving resoruces and elirninating waste disposal require fundamental shifts in a consumer economy rooted in extraction, consumption, wasting and dumping. Corporate interests u.ho profit from the current economic model control the process and have little incentive to adopt new ways of doing business. Changing consurner behavior in a marketplace contaminated with externalized costs presents an even greater challenge. A consumption economy depends on constantiy finding new places to dispose of rvaste. Waste comparries understand the poiitical process required to identifr those communities where leaders can be convinced to take someone else's garbage. Often the same communities that have endured the extraction stage of production are now targeted to get the waste dump- Strip mines in the north and abandoned pine plantations in the south are popular targets. In general, they are rural, poor, minority, or conservative. This leaves them vulnerable to offers of what we have termed "dumping for dollars." Wealthy cities may not notice the extra dollar per ton that is paid to an unknown nrral county where commissioners are anxious about their declining tax base. The mega-dump is easily sold as economic der.elopment to county offrcials with an uneducated, often under-employed, workforce, and a few absentee corporate landowners. Waste companies know horv to make this pitch. Every connfy needs a new school. Recycling, waste reduction, resource recovery parks and Extended Producer Responsibility are all essential parts of any campaign for Zero 'Waste. Out of sight-out of mind landfills are not. Exporting waste to poor communities is not. "Dumping for dollars" is not. We acknow'ledge the power of grassroots campaigns to create the conditions necessary for change- We support aZero Waste rnovement that recognizes both the threats to landfill and incinerator comrnunities and the opportunities to include tlrose comrnunities in the larger efforts essential for success. Our original principles and demands for environmental democracy still apply today. p.3 Apr 02 18, 08:48a bredl utley 7067725558 Blue Ridge Environmental Defense League And the Concern Citizens of Shell Bluff a chapter member, Waynesboro, GA. The Richmond County Neighborhood Association, Augusta, GA Resolution Supporting A GOAL OF 100% CLEAN ENERGY BY 2050 AND THE CREATION OF GREEN JOBS. \Mhereas, climate ghange has increased the global average surface temperature by 1.00 degrees Celsius (i.8 degrees Fatuenheit) since 1880;r Vhereas, climate change is expected to increasingly impact temperatures, precipitation and sea level with harmfirl consequences in corning years; Vhereas, climate change and global average temperature increases are primarily due to hu:nan-caused fossil fuels emissions, including coal, oil and natural gas, accordiag to the United Nations Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change. National Academy of Science, American Meteorological Society, United States Environmental kotection Agency, United States Department of Defense, and numerous other leading scientific, acadenaic and goveffrmental authorities bottr in the United States and intemationally; Whereas, a final agreement of the United Nations Conference of Parties (COP21), which included the United States and a total of i95 nations, was reached in Paris, France on December 12,2075, that states the aim is to "holding the increase in the global average temperature to well belorv 2 degrees Celsius above preindustrial levels and pursuing efforts to limit the temperature increase to 1-5 degrees Celsius above preindustrial levels" and entered into force on November 4,2016;23 Whereas, scientists have concluded the concentration of carbon dioxide, the leading greenhouse gas, in the Earth's atmosphere is currently and consistently over 400 parts per million (ppm) and wilt likely stay above this level for the indefinite future for the first time in millions of years; a WhEreas, sixteen of the seventeen hottest years on record have occutred in the twenty-first century and 20i6 is the hottest year on record; s Whereas, an increase in the global av€rage temperature, if not stopped. will have major adverse irnpacts on both the nahrral and human-rnade environments due to longer, more intense heat w'aves, prolonged droughts, rising sea levels, ocean acidification, and rnore intense and frequent extreme rveather events; Whereas, these physical effects are expected to lead to rrater scarcity, food insecurity, increasing numbers of refugees, increased poverty, and mass extinctions of species; I https://www.nasa-gov/press-release/nasa-noaa-analyses-reveal-record-shattering-globaFwarm-ternperatures-in' 20152http:,Unewsroom-u nfccc-int,/u nfccc-newsroorn,/fin ale-cogZ{ 3 http ;//u nfccc.int/pa ris-agreeme nVitems/9485. ph p o http://www.nytimes.com/ZOIS/t0/04/science/atmospheric-carbon-dioxide-400-ppm.html 5 http://www.nytimes.com/2076/tL/15/science/2016-hottest-year-on-record.html?-r=O p.4 Apr 02 18, 08:49a bredl utley 7067725558 Whereas, studies completed by the International Monetary Fund (IMF),6 the Risky Business Project,T Duke University,s *rd others point to the severe economic costs of climate change and continuing use of fossil fuel, estimating billions of dollars a year in costs nationally and trillions globally; Whereas, leading economists, policy experts, and business leaders conclude that hansitioning to a clean energy economy available for all \r'ould create millions of green jobs nationally, improve our tiving standards, and boost economic grorvth in coming years; Whereas, low-income communities and communities of color in the United States are inordinately exposed to pollution, that causes serious health problems such as cancer and asthma, from fossil fuels, including the dirtiest coal-fired power plants which produce coal ash, are disproportionately located in communities of color; Whereas, a Stanford University and University of Califomia-Dal"is study concludes the United States energ.y supply could be based entirely on renewable energy by the year 2050 using current technologies and 80olo renewable energy by 2030 while creating nnmerous green jobs;e Srhereas, mueicipalities, organizations, businesses, and academic instifutions throughout the world have set a goal to achieve carbon or climate neutrality by 2050 or earlier, including over 680 college and university presidents who have signed;10 \\rhereas, the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change Fifth Assessment Report recommended a global goal of achieving near zero greenhouse gas emissions or below, which is necessary to stabilize the global average temperature to avoid climate catastrophe;11 Now, therefore, be it resolved by the Richmond County Commissioners that it Endorses the following: that the corurty establish a transition from a fossil fuel-based economy to a 1007oclean renewable energy for alL energy sectors, including transportation by December 31,2050 to al:oid ciimate catastrophe, to promote job creation and economie growttr, and to protect the Earth for current and future generations from climate catastrophe, Further, the counlz shall achieve 807o clean renewable energy for all energy sectors by December 31, 2030. Effective Date: Signiture of Board of Commissioners Therefore, 1et it be resolved that The Richmond Coun*t Board qf Commissioners supports the above resolution. Approved by the Board on March 20. 2018 6 http://www.imf.org/en/AbouVFactsheets/Clirnate-Environment-and-the-lMF 7 http ://riskyb u si ness.orgl B https://nich olasinstitute.duke.edu/environment/publications./weighing-costs-and-benefits{limate-change-our- children e http ://thesolutionsproje ct.-orgl 10 http ://reporting.second natu re.o rgl 11 https://www. ipcc.ch/ p,5 Commission Meeting Agenda 4/17/2018 2:00 PM Affidavit Department: Department: Caption:Motion to approve 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