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Engineering Services Committee
Meeting
Commission Chamber- 2/11/2013- 1:00 PM
ENGINEERING SERVICES
1. Approve an ordinance to amend the Augusta, Georgia Code,
Title 4 Chapter 2, section 4-2-2, to provide standards for the
unlawful dumping or storing of solid waste, or the
accumulation of weeds and noxious vegetation on vacant lots
and unoccupied parcels of land.
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2. Approve the proposed Citizen Volunteer Litter Clean-Up
Program as submitted by the Environmental Services
Department.
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3. Approve the proposed Event Recycling Bin Loan Program as
submitted by the Environmental Services Department.
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4. Receive a report from Heery International regarding the dollar
amount and the number of companies/businesses who have
participated in their city contracts as part of the local/minority
business program over a five-year period. (Requested by
Commissioner Williams)
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5. Motion to increase the funding for approved RFQ #11-130:
Task Order Program for Infrastructure for the City of Augusta -
Utilities Department in the amount of $1,500,000.00 for
execution by CMI, Inc., Blair Construction, Inc., Eagle
Utilities, and Quality Storm Water Solutions as qualified and
selected contractors for subject RFQ.
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6. Motion to approve the minutes of the Engineering Services
Committee held on January 28, 2013.
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7. Approve the proposed Neighborhood Clean-Up Program as
submitted by the Environmental Services Department.
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8. Approve and accept the Noland Connector Roadway and Attachments
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associated improvements within the road right-of-way into
Augusta, Georgia’s Public Roadway System, upon receipt of its
certified plat & proof of ownership, deed of dedication, and
other required legal documentation as determined by Augusta
Engineering Department and Augusta Utility Department.
9. Motion to approve an Option for the purposes of acquiring a
Right-of-Way between Michael H. Murphy, as owners, and
Augusta, Georgia, as optionee, in connection with the Windsor
Spring Road Phase V Project, 0.023 acre (990.27 sq. ft.) in fee
simple and 0.010 acre (431.82 sq. ft.) of permanent
construction & maintenance easement, more or less. Also
granted is a temporary driveway easement on Project Windsor
Spring Road, Phase V, STP00-1105-00(004) from property
located at: 4660 Windsor Spring Road, private, at the purchase
price of $550.00.
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10. Motion to determine that a portion of Windsor Spring Road
(0.42 Acres located south of and adjacent to the parcel
identified as map and parcel #142-0-002-01-0 known as 3558
Windsor Spring Road) has ceased to be used by the public to
the extent that no substantial public purpose is served by it or
that its removal from the county road system is otherwise in the
best public interest, pursuant to O.C.G.A. §32-7-2, and to adopt
a resolution abandoning said right of way, with the abandoned
property to be quit-claimed to the appropriate party(ies), as
provided by law. (Approved by Engineering Services
Committee September 10, 2012)
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11. Receive as information the Environmental Services
Department’s Scrap Tire and Electronics Recycling Event
initiative.
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Engineering Services Committee Meeting
2/11/2013 1:00 PM
Approve an ordinance to amend the Augusta, Georgia Code, Title 4 Chapter 2, section 4-2-2
Department:Environmental Services
Caption:Approve an ordinance to amend the Augusta, Georgia Code, Title
4 Chapter 2, section 4-2-2, to provide standards for the unlawful
dumping or storing of solid waste, or the accumulation of weeds
and noxious vegetation on vacant lots and unoccupied parcels of
land.
Background:In May 2011, Augusta reorganized some key functions of the
government. As such, the Environmental Services Department
(ESD) took over the function of cleaning vacant lots which are
identified as out of compliance with Augusta’s code. The current
process occurs when License and Inspection (L&I) receives a
complaint regarding a vacant/unoccupied parcel and performs an
investigation. If L&I finds that there are code violations, written
notice is provided to the property owner allowing them two weeks
clean the property. Upon the expiration of the notice, an inspector
validates that issue still has been corrected or determines that the
code violation still exists. If the condition exists, then L&I creates
a work order, which allows the ESD to cut and/or clean the
lot. Once completed, the ESD sends a completed work order back
to L&I with the cost of the cutting and/or cleaning
performed. L&I then works to place a lien on the associated
property with the Tax Commissioner.
Analysis:After using this process for some time, it has become apparent to
the ESD that our process is not operationally friendly, and yields
inefficiency to the ESD. There are several key factors which cause
Augusta to operate inefficiently. First, due to staffing levels and
funding L&I operates primarily on a reactionary basis, which is
driven by a complaint being filed by a citizen. A complaint based
system generates work orders being created throughout Augusta
with no consideration for moving assets and people. Mobilization
times are increased and production hours are decreased, creating
an environment where the ESD performs less tangible work.
Second, the above mentioned problem is compounded when only
one lot is cut/cleaned in a neighborhood where there are several
lots which need attention. Currently, without a work order issued
by L&I, it is illegal for the ESD to enter the private property to
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cut/clean the other neighboring lots. Once the first lot is cleaned,
and the ESD relocates to another area, neighbors see the
improvement and call to request work on the lots which still need
attention. Several weeks later, a new work order is created for the
neighborhood which had ESD assets in it several weeks earlier,
compounding inefficiency. In an effort to rectify the situation,
L&I and ESD sat down to develop a strategic plan. Out of that
meeting came a plan where the ESD would plan out its
movements several months in advance. L&I would work in an
area ahead of the ESD to perform its functions and develop work
orders for all vacant lots in a specific geography. This worked
reasonably well for the ESD as our efficiency went up
dramatically, due to working in a concentrated area. However, it
created a backlog of work for L&I who could not timely respond
to citizen calls and complaints. A new approach was needed to
resolve the issue. L&I, ESD and the Law Department sat down to
develop an entirely new method for vacant lot cutting and
cleaning. The new program allows the ESD to identify a code
violation, create a work order, and remedy the code violation
independently of L&I, leaving their code enforcement officers to
address complaint based requests. Generally, the new program
requires that a notification be sent to the property owner annually,
identifying what constitutes a vacant lot violation. Additional
notices may also be provided from time to time. Once the notice is
received the property owner shall have 10 days to address the code
violation. After that period, then the ESD may proceed with
cutting and/or cleaning activities. Once completed the ESD shall
take appropriate actions to charge and collect monies for services
provided by Augusta to abate the issue. This program in no way
limits L&I from performing inspections, it merely supplements
their efforts by allowing the ESD the ability to assist in the
process. The largest benefit to this program is that a systematic
approach can be used based on geography to address vacant lot
cutting and cleaning. This will dramatically improve the
production time, reduce transportation time and costs, and
increase the amount of debris removed and acres cleaned.
Financial Impact:It will reduce the amount of dollars spent on mobilization costs,
and allow those funds to be spent on production costs. There are
anticipated costs associated with the annual notification. The ESD
is hoping to partner with other agencies which already send direct
mail to the property owners, in an effort to minimize or eliminate
this cost.
Alternatives:1. Approve an ordinance to amend the Augusta, Georgia Code,
Title 4 Chapter 2, section 4-2-2 2. Do not approve.
Recommendation:Approve an ordinance to amend the Augusta, Georgia Code, Title
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Funds are Available
in the Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Finance.
Law.
Administrator.
Clerk of Commission
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ORDIACE O. ___________
A ORDIACE TO AMED THE AUGUSTA, GEORGIA CODE, TI TLE 4
CHAPTER 2, SECTIO 4-2-2, TO PROVIDE STADARDS FOR THE ULAWFUL
DUMPIG OR STORIG OF SOLID WASTE, OR THE ACCUMULAT IO OF WEEDS
AD OXIOUS VEGETATIO O VACAT LOTS, AD UOCCUPI ED PARCELS
OF LAD; TO REPEAL ALL CODE SECTIOS AD ORDIACES AD PARTS OF
CODE SECTIOS AD ORDIACES I COFLICT HEREWITH; TO PROVIDE A
EFFECTIVE DATE AD FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
OW, BE IT ORDAIED BY THE AUGUSTA-RICHMOD COUTY COMMISSIO
AD IT IS HEREBY ORDAIED BY THE AUTHORITY OF SAME THAT ALL
UDEVELOPED OR UOCCUPIED PARCELS OF LAD WITHI TH E
JURISDICTIO SHALL COMPLY WITH THE PROVISIOS OF TH E AUGUSTA, GA
CODE, AS FOLLOWS:
SECTIO 1. SECTIO 4-2-2 OF AUGUSTA, GA. CODE TITL E FOUR, CHAPTER
TWO AS SET FORTH I THE AUGUSTA, GA. CODE, IS HEREB Y AMEDED BY
STRIKIG THIS SECTIO I ITS ETIRETY. EW SECTIO 4-2-2 IS HEREBY
ISERTED TO REPLACE THE REPEALED SECTIO AS SET FOR TH I “EXHIBIT
A” HERETO.
SECTIO 2. This ordinance shall become effective upon its adoption in accordance with
applicable laws.
SECTIO 3. All ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith are hereby repealed.
Adopted this ___ day of ___________, 2013.
__________________________ Attest:
______________________________
David S. Copenhaver Lena J. Bonner, Clerk of Commission
As its Mayor Seal:
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CERTIFICATIO
The undersigned Clerk of Commission, Lena J. Bonner, hereby certifies that the foregoing
Ordinance was duly adopted by the Augusta, Georgia Commission on ________________, 2012
and that such Ordinance has not been modified or rescinded as of the date hereof and the
undersigned further certifies that attached hereto is a true copy of the Ordinance which was
approved and adopted in the foregoing meeting(s).
______________________________
Lena J. Bonner, Clerk of Commission
Published in the Augusta Chronicle.
Date: _________________________
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“EXHIBIT A”
(Lot Ordinance)
Sec. 4-2-2. Unlawful dumping or storing of solid waste, or the accumulation of weeds and
noxious vegetation on vacant lots, and unoccupied parcels of land.
a) Prohibition.
No owner of any vacant lot, undeveloped lot or unoccupied parcel of land within Augusta
shall permit or allow the existence of excessive accumulation or untended growth of
weeds, undergrowth or other plant life grow to a height exceeding twelve (12) inches; or
stagnant water, rubbish, garbage, refuse, debris, trash, including but not limited to
household furnishings, and all other objectionable, unsightly or unsanitary matter upon
any lot, tract or parcel of land, or on the area between the lot or parcel of land and the
street curb, be it uncovered or under open shelter, to the extent and in the manner that
such lot, tract or parcel of land is or may reasonably become infested or inhabited by
rodents, vermin or wild animals, or may furnish a breeding place for mosquitoes, or
threatens or endangers the public health, safety, or welfare, or may reasonably cause
disease, or adversely affects and impairs the economic welfare of adjacent property.
b) Definitions.
· Construction/Demolition Waste means waste building materials and rubble resulting
from construction, remodeling, repair, and demolition operations on pavements,
houses, commercial buildings and other structures. Such waste include, but are not
limited to asbestos containing waste, wood, bricks, metal, concrete, wall board, paper,
cardboard, and other non-putrescible wastes which have a low potential for
groundwater contamination.
· Lot/Parcel means any lot of record identified with a map and parcel number assigned
by the Tax Assessor’s Office.
· Scrap Tire means a tire or portion thereof.
· Tire means a continuous solid or pneumatic rubber covering designed for encircling
the wheel of a motor vehicle and which is neither attached to the motor vehicle nor a
part of the motor vehicle as original equipment.
· Undeveloped Lot means a lot in its natural state, i.e.: a lot in a residential
neighborhood that has not been built upon.
· Unoccupied Parcel means a lot which has a structure/dwelling which is not occupied.
· Vacant Lot means a previously developed Lot, once occupied with a
structure/dwelling.
c) Duty of Property Owners Generally.
It shall be the duty of the owner of each Vacant Lot or Unoccupied Parcel of land to
reasonably regulate and effectively control excessive growths and accumulations, as
enumerated in Section 4-2-2 (a), on the property and on the portion of the adjoining
public right-of-way between the property and the street. It shall also be the duty of the
owner to drain, re-grade or fill any lot, tract, or parcel, including swimming pools
thereon, which shall be unwholesome or unsanitary, have stagnant water thereon, or be in
such other condition as to be susceptible to producing disease.
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d) otice.
Augusta shall notify in writing the owner of any Vacant Lot or Unoccupied Parcel of land
within Augusta to comply with Section 4-2-2(a) to include but not be limited to cutting,
destroying or removing any weeds, grass, trash, rubbish or noxious matter found
growing, lying or located on such owner’s property or upon the sidewalk or street right-
of-way abutting the property within ten (10) days from the date of the annual notice.
Notice will include a one direct mailing to the property owner’s address on record, and
other notices published throughout the year which may include an insert in the Property
Tax Bill, a notice in other publications or billings, and publication in the newspaper, to
the extent allowed by law. Upon the failure of the owner to do so, Augusta will cause
such weeds, grass, rubbish or noxious matter to be cut, destroyed and/ or removed. Such
notice shall be deemed to be sufficient if it is mailed to the last owner of record on file in
the office of the property appraiser.
e) Issuing of One-Time, Annual Written otifications .
Augusta shall not be required to notify a property owner each and every time a property
is in violation. A property owner will receive one written notice per parcel of
land through an annual mailing. This serves as a notice for the entire year.
f) Removal of Weeds, etc. by Augusta.
If after ten (10) days from the date of the notice the conditions, as enumerated in
Section 4-2-2 (a) and described in the notice, have not been remedied, the Director of
Environmental Services or his designee shall cause the condition to be remedied by
Augusta at the expense of the property owner; to include the removal of trash, filth,
garbage or other refuse, and the chemical treatment, cutting down and abating from any
private premises all weeds, including those growing thereon to a height exceeding twelve
(12) inches whenever the owner of such premises or other person who is required by this
chapter to cut down and remove the same fails or refuses to do so.
g) Cutting and Cleaning of Lots; Assessment of Costs; Liens.
Upon the completion of any combination of the removal, chemical treatment, cutting
down, cleaning or abating by Augusta of any lot or parcel of land within Augusta by
removing or abating therefrom; the excessive accumulation or untended growth of weeds,
undergrowth or other plant life growing to a height exceeding twelve (12) inches; or
stagnant water, rubbish, garbage, refuse, debris, trash, including but not limited to,
household furnishings, scrap tires, construction/demolition waste, and all other
objectionable, unsightly or unsanitary matter, the Director of Environmental Services or
his designee shall certify the abatement of the offensive matter described above,
specifying the lot or parcel so improved and the nature of the improvements. Thereafter,
the improvements and the costs thereof, shall be assessed and appropriate action as
necessary shall be taken to charge and collect monies for services provided by Augusta to
abate the issue.
h) Enforcement.
The code enforcement division of the Environmental Services Department as well as the
License and Inspection Department is hereby authorized and directed to carry out the
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provisions of sections 4-2-2 hereof, as may be deemed reasonable by the Director of the
department.
i) Violation; Penalty.
In addition to causing the condition of the property to be remedied as authorized in
subsection (f), the enforcement officer may make a case against the offending party and
upon trial and conviction thereof, the offending party shall be subject to the penalties
provided by section 1-6-1.
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Engineering Services Committee Meeting
2/11/2013 1:00 PM
Citizen Volunteer Litter Clean-Up Program
Department:Environmental Services
Caption:Approve the proposed Citizen Volunteer Litter Clean-Up Program
as submitted by the Environmental Services Department.
Background:Historically, the Environmental Services Department (ESD) has
assisted Augusta Residents when they have requested resources to
clean up litter in a specified area within our County. This has
typically been done by a specific request, as resources were
available, at no cost to the residents. The ESD typically would
provide plastic bags, litter sticks, as well as collection and disposal
of the materials collected. Occasionally, the department would
provide safety vests and gloves; however, this has been the
exception to the rule, rather than a standard. Currently, with no
defined program, citizen involvement is somewhat limited. It
takes a larger initiative or group to reach out to the government
looking for assistance, and then the ESD assists in accomplishing
the goals of the party wanting to clean Augusta.
Analysis:This year the Commission has set goals around beautification. The
ESD has evaluated ways to assist in that goal, and has developed a
formal program around the use of volunteers to assist in cleaning
up litter in Augusta. Augusta alone does not have the resources to
clean and beautify all areas all the time; therefore the ESD
believes that community-facing programs for beautification is one
of the only ways to accomplish the goal. The program is designed
around small groups (2-20) requesting and receiving resources and
guidance to clean-up litter in a community area of their choice.
The group will submit a request form which contains the program
guidelines and critical information. The ESD will provide two
types of supplies. The first is loaner supplies. This consists of
safety vests and litter collection tools. The second set of supplies
is the disposable type, which consist of gloves and plastic bags.
The group shall coordinate equipment pick-up and return, as well
as generally consolidate waste collected into known location(s), so
Augusta can remove the waste.
Financial Impact:At this time the financial impact is unknown. This will be
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determined by the amount of people who volunteer to assist
Augusta. While Augusta has cost in the program, through a public
participation model, some of Augusta’s costs are offset by not
having to perform the work directly. The cost of this program, at
this time is minimal, as we currently perform these tasks in low
volumes.
Alternatives:1. Approve the proposed Citizen Volunteer Clean-Up Program as
submitted by the Environmental Services Department. 2. Hire
additional staff to perform clean-up events within Augusta. 3. Do
not approve.
Recommendation:1. Approve the proposed Citizen Volunteer Clean-Up Program as
submitted by the Environmental Services Department.
Funds are Available
in the Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Finance.
Law.
Administrator.
Clerk of Commission
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Citizen Volunteer Clean-Up Program Page 1 of 2
EVIROMETAL SERVICES DEPARTMET
4330 Deans Bridge Road, Blythe GA 30805
(706) 592-3200 – Fax (706) 592-3255
WWW.AUGUSTAGA.GOV
Citizen Volunteer Litter Clean-Up Program
Making your community a more beautiful place to live, work, and play is easy. If you have a group
ready to clean a specific area (or are an individual who just wants to make a difference) we can help
you plan your cleanup. We will provide the resources you need for your day, such as trash bags,
gloves, pick up tools, and any other supplies that we might have to support the cleanup.
How to organize a cleanup - The process is easy. First, plan your date and location, and round up
your volunteers (minimum of 2 up to a maximum of 20). Next, complete the supply request form
below to get your materials. Please give us at least two weeks’ notice to prepare your materials and
arrange for trash pickup if needed.
Clean-Up Application
Name of Group: __________________________________________________________
Address: __________________________________________________________
Contact Person: __________________________________________________________
Telephone: ______________________ Email: ____________________________
Date of Clean-up: ______________________ Estimated Number of Volunteers: ______ (We will base supply needs on this number)
Area of Clean-up: __________________________________________________________
Do you need to have the full trash bags collected? • Yes • No
Closest address to where you’ll leave the trash bags: _________________________________
(Exact address & zip code needed for mapping)
Description of where you’ll leave the full trash bags: __________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________
Office Use Only
Approval: ________________________________ Date: _______________________
Supplies provided: ____ Safety Vests ____ Pick-up Tools ____ Bags ____ Gloves Pick-up Date: ___________________________
Supplies returned: ____ Safety Vests ____ Pick-up Tools ____ Unused Bags Return Date: ___________________________
Trash pick-up scheduled: ____________________________________________________
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EVIROMETAL SERVICES DEPARTMET
4330 Deans Bridge Road, Blythe GA 30805
(706) 592-3200 – Fax (706) 592-3255
WWW.AUGUSTAGA.GOV
Augusta believes a clean city is important, but SAFETY is more important! The following guidelines
will help make your event safe and enjoyable. Please review them with all volunteers.
Dress Appropriately!
Wear leather closed-toe shoes, tennis shoes, or boots.
Wear long cotton pants or jeans.
Wear gloves to protect your hands.
Wear bright clothes if working along a street.
Shade Yourself!
A hat, long sleeves, and sunscreen are recommended.
Hydrate Yourself!
Drink plenty of water and take breaks as often as you need to.
Be Alert!
Be aware of your surroundings at all times
(watch out for dogs, cars, snakes, poison ivy, fire ants, etc.).
Never put your hands into an area that is not visible.
Do not handle dead animals, firearms or chemicals - report them to authorities.
If needles are found have an adult place them in a sharps container, lock it and throw it
away!
Watch your Step!
Be careful of loose rocks and wet or marshy areas.
Watch Children! (Children should always be accompanied by an adult)
Caution children against picking up broken glass, needles, or other sharp objects.
Keep children away from traffic.
Buddy System
Work together – at least 2 together at all times.
Keep a cellphone handy for unexpected/emergency situations.
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Engineering Services Committee Meeting
2/11/2013 1:00 PM
Event Recycling Bin Loan Program
Department:Environmental Services
Caption:Approve the proposed Event Recycling Bin Loan Program as
submitted by the Environmental Services Department.
Background:Several years ago the Environmental Services Department (ESD)
purchased some Clearstream recycling stands with the intention of
loaning them internally and externally for events. This would
provide a method of promoting recycling, while keeping our
community clean. This program has occurred on a very small
scale. The ESD has not effectively promoted or made individuals
aware of the resources currently available.
Analysis:This year the Commission has set goals around beautification. The
ESD has evaluated ways to assist in that goal, and has developed a
program around loaning the Clearstream products to groups and
individuals who want to provide waste and recycle collection at
events throughout Augusta. It is the belief of the ESD that having
resources available to the community creates a good partnership to
accomplish goals around beautification and recycling. This
program is designed around loaning Clearstream products and
plastic bags to individuals who request them for an event. This
program has no cost to the individual borrowing the product,
unless the supplied materials are not returned, or are returned
damaged. The program is initiated when an individual requests the
Clearsteam product. If available and approved, the individual will
coordinate to pick-up/receive the event materials. At that time, the
ESD will reiterate/provide program rules and limitations. Upon
the completion of the event, the individual will return the
products, and the materials collected (optional) to Augusta. It is
the intent of the department to expand the program. We hope to
include having a small trailer to house the Clearstream products to
streamline to loan process. This is more important for mid-sized
events. In addition, we would like to develop a roll off box which
houses the Clearstream and materials which could be delivered for
large recycling events. This would simplified delivery and
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Financial Impact:At this time the financial impact is unknown. This will be
determined by the amount of interest that develops in this
program. However, the cost to Augusta is minimal as we are
simply facilitating the loan of items which we already own.
Alternatives:1. Approve the proposed Event Recycling Bin Loan Program as
submitted by the Environmental Services Department. 2. Do not
approve.
Recommendation:1. Approve the proposed Event Recycling Bin Loan Program as
submitted by the Environmental Services Department.
Funds are Available
in the Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Finance.
Law.
Administrator.
Clerk of Commission
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Citizen Volunteer Clean-Up Program Page 1 of 2
EVIROMETAL SERVICES DEPARTMET
4330 Deans Bridge Road, Blythe GA 30805
(706) 592-3200 – Fax (706) 592-3255
WWW.AUGUSTAGA.GOV
EVENT RECYCLING BIN LOAN PROGRAM
Thank you for your interest in Event Recycling!
Our community hosts hundreds of events each year. Unless recycling is offered, these events
will produce significant amounts of material that will end up in our landfill. It is our hope that
each event will take advantage of our recycling opportunities. In our experience, one of the
most reported barriers to recycling is the amount of perceived difficulty. In an effort to remove
this barrier, the Environmental Services Department has made it easy!
Simply fill out the enclosed form and return it to the Environmental Services Department by fax,
mail, or in person. If you have difficulty with the form, please contact us by phone at 706-592-
3200 or via email at solidwaste@augustaga.gov .
Once your reservation is confirmed, you will come to the Solid Waste Facility at 4330 Deans
Bridge Road to pick up your recycling containers, unless other arrangements have been made.
Your containers will be available to you the day before your event, or the Friday before if your
event is on the weekend. The containers and recyclables are due back to us the day after your
event, or the Monday after your event if the event is on the weekend. It is your responsibility to
deliver the recyclables to us unless other arrangements have been made prior to your event.
The Environmental Services Department can provide the physical necessities for event
recycling, but the success of recycling at your event is in your hands. In order to capture the
most recyclables and divert the most waste, we suggest planning the event with recycling in
mind by doing the following:
• include information about recycling bin availability in printed materials and
continually promote recycling during announcements;
• require concession vendors to provide drinks in cans or plastic bottles
(we cannot recycle paper or plastic cups!);
• request enough recycling bins for one to be placed next to each trash receptacle.
Your recyclables must be consolidated and bagged (provided with bins). We accept the
following items: aluminum, plastic, and paper (only paper that does not have food/grease
residue on it).
Happy Recycling!
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EVIROMETAL SERVICES DEPARTMET
4330 Deans Bridge Road, Blythe GA 30805
(706) 592-3200 – Fax (706) 592-3255
WWW.AUGUSTAGA.GOV
EVENT RECYCLING BIN LOAN PROGRAM
Augusta provides a recycling bin loan program designed for use at community events, fairs,
festivals, and block parties. Use is restricted to events held in Richmond County.
The county will loan out Clearstream recycling bins, along with plastic bags. They are available
at no cost to municipalities, clubs, schools, churches, and other organizations on a “first-come,
first-served” reservation basis. Any number can be reserved as available. To do so, please
complete the reservation request form below. Once approved, the user will need to
confirm/arrange pick-up/delivery and return drop-off times. Bins are stored at the Augusta
Landfill. Location directions will be provided. Please book at least 3 weeks in advance if
possible.
Please use this form to request Clearstream Recycling bins for your event.
Name of Event/ Sponsoring Organization: _____________________________________
Your Name: _______________________________________________________________
Phone number: ______________________ E-mail: ________________________________
Mailing Address: ___________________________________________________________
Event Location/Facility: ___________________________________________________
Event Date(s): ____________________________________________________________
Estimated Attendance: _____________________________________________________
Number of units requested: ______________________
Guidelines for determining numbers of recycling bins needed for event:
0-500 5 recycling containers 5,000-10,000 30 recycling containers
500-1,000 10 recycling containers 10,000-20,000 40 recycling containers
1,000-5,000 20 recycling containers 30,000+ 60 recycling containers
Tentative Pick-up date: ______________ Time: ________
Tentative Return date: ______________ Time: ________
Deposit Guarantee
These units may be borrowed with no money down by agreeing to guarantee a deposit. By signing
below at pick-up, the user accepts full responsibility for the bins and agrees to pay the full
replacement costs for any bins that are not returned, or are not returned intact. Replacement cost per
bin is $50.
Signature: __________________________ Date: _________________________________
Office Use Only
No. of Units Provided: __________________ Approval: ___________________________________________ Date ________________
No. of Units Returned: __________________ Approval: ___________________________________________ Date: _______________
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Engineering Services Committee Meeting
2/11/2013 1:00 PM
Heery International Report
Department:Clerk of Commission
Caption:Receive a report from Heery International regarding the dollar
amount and the number of companies/businesses who have
participated in their city contracts as part of the local/minority
business program over a five-year period. (Requested by
Commissioner Williams)
Background:
Analysis:
Financial Impact:
Alternatives:
Recommendation:
Funds are Available
in the Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
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Engineering Services Committee Meeting
2/11/2013 1:00 PM
Increase funds for Approved RFQ #11-130: Task Order Program for Infrastructure for the City of
Augusta - Utilities Department in the amount of $1,500,000.00.
Department:Augusta Utilities Department
Caption:Motion to increase the funding for approved RFQ #11-130: Task
Order Program for Infrastructure for the City of Augusta - Utilities
Department in the amount of $1,500,000.00 for execution by
CMI, Inc., Blair Construction, Inc., Eagle Utilities, and Quality
Storm Water Solutions as qualified and selected contractors for
subject RFQ.
Background:The previously approved Task Order Program is to allow several
responsive and qualified contractors to provide installation,
maintenance, and/or repairs to the water and sewer infrastructure.
The Utilities Department is requesting a Task Order Program
increase in the amount of $1.5 Million due to the impacts of
meeting the project deadlines of Ft. Gordon and to keep up with
the repair & replacement issues of decaying infrastructure
throughout Augusta-Richmond County. The contractors will
provide all tools, labor, material, and equipment to perform and
complete all task orders under three (3) task order classifications:
General Maintenance Task(s), Pre-Planned Task(s), and
Emergency Work, as set forth in RFQ #11-130 Task Order
Program for Infrastructure for the City of Augusta.
Analysis:AUD has evaluated the current and active Task Order Program
and determine that a funding increase to the Task Order Program
is needed to accomplish the tasks imposed by the increased Ft.
Gordon workload and the repair & replacement issues of
infrastructure throughout Augusta-Richmond County.
Financial Impact:The funding increase requested for this program is $1,500,000.00.
These funds are available from account 507043490-5425410 /
88886666-5425410
Alternatives:Rejection of this RFQ funding increase would delay the Utilities
Department ability to expedite the current projects of Fort Gordon
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Recommendation:Recommend Commission approve the Task Order funding
increase request to RFQ #11-130: Task Order Program for
Infrastructure for the City of Augusta - Utilities Department in the
amount of $1,500.00.00.
Funds are Available
in the Following
Accounts:
$1,500,000.00 from account 507043490-5425410 / 88886666-
5425410
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Finance.
Procurement.
Law.
Administrator.
Clerk of Commission
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REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS
Request for Qualifications will be received at this office until Tuesday, May 24, 2011 @ 3:00 p.m. for furnishing:
RFQ ITEM #11-130 Task Order Program for Infrastructure for Utilities Department
RFQs will be received by: The Augusta Commission hereinafter referred to as the OWNER at the offices of:
Geri A. Sams, Director
Augusta Procurement Department
530 Greene Street - Room 605
Augusta, Georgia 30901
RFQ documents may be viewed on the Augusta Richmond County web site under the Procurement Department
ARCbid. RFQ documents may be obtained at the office of the Augusta, GA Procurement Department, 530
Greene Street – Room 605, Augusta, GA 30901. A Mandatory Pre-Qualification Meeting will be held on
Friday May 6, 2011 @ 10:00 a.m. in the Procurement Department, 530 Greene Street, Room 605. All
questions must be submitted in writing by email to procbidandcontract@augustaga.gov to the office of
the Procurement Department by Monday, May 9, 2011 @ 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 on an eligible local project, the certification statement as a local bidder and all
supporting documents must be submitted to the Procurement Department with your bonafide bid
package.
No RFQ may be withdrawn for a period of 90 days after time has been called on the date of opening.
An invitation for bids shall be issued by the Procurement Office and shall include specifications prepared in
accordance with Article 4 (Product Specifications), and all contractual terms and conditions, applicable to
procurement. All specific requirements contained in the invitation to bid including, but not limited to, the number
of copies needed, the timing of the submission, the required financial data, and any other requirements
designated by the Procurement Department are considered material conditions of the bid which are not
waiveable or modifiable by the Procurement Director. Please mark RFQ number on the outside of the envelope.
Bidders are cautioned that sequestration of RFQ documents through any source other than the office of the
Procurement Department is not advisable. Acquisition of RFQ documents from unauthorized sources places
the bidder at the risk of receiving incomplete or inaccurate information upon which to base his qualifications.
Funding for this project may include federal funds provided by the U. S. Department of Transportation (DOT)
and/or other federal agencies. All DOT funded projects are subject to the requirements of 49 CFR Part 26.
These requirements are mandatory and non-negotiable. Augusta enforces Disadvantage Business Enterprise
(DBE) requirements and/or DBE goals set by Federal and/or State Agencies in accordance with State and
Federal laws. Please be advised that the U. S. District Court for the Southern District of Georgia has entered
on Order enjoining the Race-Based portion of Augusta, Georgia’s DBE Program. Thus, Augusta, Georgia
does not have or operate a DBE, MBE or WBE Program for projects (or portions of projects) having Augusta,
Georgia as the source of funding.
GERI A. SAMS, Procurement Director
Publish:
Augusta Chronicle April 14, 21, 28, May 5, 2011
Metro Courier April 20, 2011
cc: Tameka Allen Interim Deputy Administrator
Tom Wiedmeier Augusta Utilities
Drew Goins Augusta Utilities
Jerry Delaughter Augusta Utilities
Merle Wilkie Augusta Utilities
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Evaluation Criteria PTS
Blair Construction,
Inc.
PO Box 770
Evans, GA 30809
Contract
Management, Inc.
1827 Killingsworth
Augusta, GA 30904
Eagle Utility
Contracting, Inc.
1350 Branch Road
Bishop, GA 30627
Quality Storm Water
Solutions
P.O. Box 1847
Evans, GA 30809
1. Firm’s experience in utility
construction 25
20.7 16.7 18.3 15.0
2. Firm’s experience with AUD
projects, infrastructure &
specifications 25
20.7 15.0 18.3 11.7
3. Capacity/Ability to respond 25 20.7 16.7 19.0 15.0
4. Ability to meet liability
insurance & specified bonding
requirements 25
25.0 25.0 25.0 25.0
Total 100 87.0 73.3 80.7 66.7
Cumulative Evaluation Sheet - RFQ Item #11-130
Task Order Program for Infrastructure
for the City of Augusta - Utilities Department
Comments:
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VENDORS Attachment B Original 8 Copies
Blair Construction, Inc.
PO Box 770
Evans, GA 30809
Yes Yes Yes
Contract Management, Inc.
1827 Killingsworth
Augusta, GA 30904
Yes Yes Yes
Eagle Utility Contracting, Inc.
1350 Branch Road
Bishop, GA 30627
Yes Yes Yes
Quality Storm Water Solutions
P.O. Box 1847
Evans, GA 30809
Yes Yes Yes
RFQ Item #11-130
Task Order Program for Infrastructure
for the City of Augusta - Utilities Department
RFQ Due: Tuesday, May 24, 2011 @ 3:00 p.m.
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Item # 5
Engineering Services Committee Meeting
2/11/2013 1:00 PM
Minutes
Department:Clerk of Commission
Caption:Motion to approve the minutes of the Engineering Services
Committee held on January 28, 2013.
Background:
Analysis:
Financial Impact:
Alternatives:
Recommendation:
Funds are Available
in the Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
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Engineering Services Committee Meeting
2/11/2013 1:00 PM
Neighborhood Clean-Up Program
Department:Environmental Services
Caption:Approve the proposed Neighborhood Clean-Up Program as
submitted by the Environmental Services Department.
Background:Historically, the Environmental Services Department (ESD) has
assisted Augusta neighborhoods or community groups when they
have requested a roll off box to remove debris from a public area
within our County. This has typically been done by request, as
resources were available, at no cost to the neighborhood or
community group. The ESD would typically coordinate with a
neighborhood or community group who wants to do a
neighborhood clean-up or beautification project. An ESD roll off
box was provided for the event, as well as instructions as to what
could be included and materials which could not go in the
box. Once the event was over, the ESD would collect the box and
dispose of the contents at no cost to the neighborhood. Currently,
with no defined program, community involvement is somewhat
limited. It takes a larger initiative or group to reach out to the
government looking for assistance, and then the ESD assists in
accomplishing the goals of the neighborhood or community
group.
Analysis:This year the Commission has set goals around beautification. The
ESD has evaluated ways to assist in that goal, and has developed a
formal program around the use of neighborhood clean-ups to
assist in cleaning up Augusta. Augusta alone does not have the
resources to clean and beautify all areas all the time; therefore the
ESD believes that community-facing programs for beautification
is one of the only ways to accomplish the goal The program is
designed around a small group of neighbors (5 or more)
requesting a roll off box from Augusta for a community clean-up
event. If available and approved, a roll off box delivery date and
location will be coordinated with the group. The person making
the request for the roll off box will need to meet ESD staff when
the box is delivered. This will allow ESD staff to provide/reiterate
the instructions and limitations of the program. Generally, the
group would be allowed to keep the dumpster approximately 48
hours. This program is designed to be at no cost to the group, and
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Augusta will provide the disposal of the materials collected.
However, if the box is overfilled, filled with hazardous/restricted
materials or used for profit (commercial/personal use) then
Augusta will charge the requestor for the services. Additionally,
this program is not intended for single use, or personal projects.
Those are considered the property owners responsibility and will
not be included in this program.
Financial Impact:At this time the financial impact is unknown. This will be
determined by the amount of neighborhood clean-ups that occur
under this program. Augusta currently does offer such services;
however, participation is extremely limited. Costs of this program
could be offset by Augusta not having to directly clean-up the
materials through the vacant lot or illegal dump crews employed
by the Department.
Alternatives:1. Approve the proposed Citizen Volunteer Clean-Up Program as
submitted by the Environmental Services Department. 2. Do not
approve.
Recommendation:1. Approve the proposed Citizen Volunteer Clean-Up Program as
submitted by the Environmental Services Department.
Funds are Available
in the Following
Accounts:
Fund 541 and 542
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Finance.
Law.
Administrator.
Clerk of Commission
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Neighborhood Clean-Up Program Page 1 of 1
EVIROMETAL SERVICES DEPARTMET
4330 Deans Bridge Road, Blythe GA 30805
(706) 592-3200 – Fax (706) 592-3255
WWW.AUGUSTAGA.GOV
Neighborhood Clean-Up Program
Augusta Environmental Services has a program that will help Augusta residents keep their
neighborhoods clean year round. The program allows a small group of residents to have access to a
dumpster in their area for a weekend to clean their neighborhood. This is a free service if the rules and
regulations are followed.
1. Get with your neighbors and determine if you can use a dumpster. This application requires each
resident to read the rules and regulations and fill out the below information. (printed name, address,
phone #, and signature) – Please make these legible.
2. Once you have gathered the signatures, turn your application in at one of the locations listed below.
The person listed on the first line is the person who will be used as the main contact and they
must be present when the dumpster is dropped off. The Environmental Services Department will
determine the best location in your area to place the dumpster.
3. When you turn in your application, you will be scheduled for a drop off date based on availability.
You will be notified of your scheduled day typically within 2 business days of receipt of your
application. Dumpsters are delivered on the scheduled date and picked up approximately 48 hours
later.
4. There are no charges for this service unless the dumpster is over-filled, filled with hazardous/
restricted materials, or used for profit (commercial/personal use). Make sure that your dumpster is not
filled past the marked weight capacity or limit line. If it is overweight and materials need to be scraped
off to insure legal transport, you will be held responsible for the clean-up of those materials and any
City code violations that you are possibly cited for. Please make note that NO HAZARDOUS
materials will be accepted, including, but not limited to: Tires, Batteries, Chemicals, Paint,
Concrete, Dirt, Rocks, Refrigerators, Asphalt or Tree Stumps. You will be held liable for
disposal costs.
5. In order to provide this service equally for all the citizens, each property and/or address is
allowed to sign up for this program once per calendar year.
• NOTE: This program is not used/intended for personal home projects; (Ex: renovating or remodeling,
moving in or out of a home, etc.) Those are considered personal projects and those items and materials
are not allowed in the dumpster.
Requested Location: __________________________________________________________________
Requested drop-off date: ___________________________ Pick up: ___________________________
Printed Name (legible) Address (legible) Phone Signature
Applications may be obtained at www.augustasolidwaste.com or the address below.
Please submit by email to solidwaste@augustaga.gov or mail to the address below.
Augusta Environmental Services, 4330 Deans Bridge Road, Blythe, GA 30805
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Item # 7
Engineering Services Committee Meeting
2/11/2013 1:00 PM
Noland Connector Roadway Improvements
Department:Abie L. Ladson, PE, CPESC, Director
Caption:Approve and accept the Noland Connector Roadway and
associated improvements within the road right-of-way into
Augusta, Georgia’s Public Roadway System, upon receipt of its
certified plat & proof of ownership, deed of dedication, and other
required legal documentation as determined by Augusta
Engineering Department and Augusta Utility Department.
Background:Noland Connector Roadway was constructed in 1988 and provides
connectivity between Gordon Highway and Milledgeville Rd.
This roadway provides primary access for several developed and
undeveloped commercial properties known as Interchange
Commercial Park. The Project file notes suggest that the roadway
was intended to be deeded to Augusta but the required
documentation was not completed. Recently, a request was made
through the Planning & Development Department for acceptance
of this roadway in the Augusta Road System. Accordingly,
Augusta Engineering Department (AED) staff visited the area and
completed its assessment of the roadway’s current condition. It
appears that the roadway meets the right-of-way width
requirements and is in good condition.
Analysis:Given that the Noland Connector provides connectivity between
two major roadways, it is AED’s recommendation to accept this
roadway into the Augusta Georgia Roadway System upon receipt
of certified plat & proof of ownership, deed of dedication and
required documentations as determined by Augusta Engineering
Department and the Augusta Utility Department
Financial Impact:No direct financial impact. The roadway will be included into the
City Roadway Maintenance Program.
Alternatives:1) Approve and accept the Noland Connector Roadway and
associated improvements within the road right-of-way into
Augusta, Georgia’s Public Roadway System, upon receipt of its
certified plat & proof of ownership, deed of dedication, and other
required legal documentation as determined by Augusta
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Engineering Department and Augusta Utility Department. 2) Do
not approve.
Recommendation:Approve Alternative Number One.
Funds are Available
in the Following
Accounts:
N/A
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Finance.
Law.
Administrator.
Clerk of Commission
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Engineering Services Committee Meeting
2/11/2013 1:00 PM
Right of Way
Department:Law
Caption:Motion to approve an Option for the purposes of acquiring a
Right-of-Way between Michael H. Murphy, as owners, and
Augusta, Georgia, as optionee, in connection with the Windsor
Spring Road Phase V Project, 0.023 acre (990.27 sq. ft.) in fee
simple and 0.010 acre (431.82 sq. ft.) of permanent construction &
maintenance easement, more or less. Also granted is a temporary
driveway easement on Project Windsor Spring Road, Phase V,
STP00-1105-00(004) from property located at: 4660 Windsor
Spring Road, private, at the purchase price of $550.00.
Background:The property owner has agreed to convey a certain Right-of-Way
and easement to Augusta, Georgia, for the Windsor Spring Road,
Phase V, STP00-1105-00(004) Project.
Analysis:The purchase of the referenced property is necessary for the
project.
Financial Impact:The costs necessary for this purchase will be covered under the
project budget.
Alternatives:Deny the Motion
Recommendation:Approve the Motion
Funds are Available
in the Following
Accounts:
323041110-54.11120 299823786-54.11120
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Finance.
Law.
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Clerk of Commission
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2/11/2013 1:00 PM
Road Abandonment
Department:Law
Caption:Motion to determine that a portion of Windsor Spring Road (0.42
Acres located south of and adjacent to the parcel identified as map
and parcel #142-0-002-01-0 known as 3558 Windsor Spring
Road) has ceased to be used by the public to the extent that no
substantial public purpose is served by it or that its removal from
the county road system is otherwise in the best public interest,
pursuant to O.C.G.A. §32-7-2, and to adopt a resolution
abandoning said right of way, with the abandoned property to be
quit-claimed to the appropriate party(ies), as provided by law.
(Approved by Engineering Services Committee September 10,
2012)
Background:Pui Yin Chan has requested that a portion of WindsorSpring Road
(south of and adjacent to the parcel identified as map and parcel
#142-0-002-01-0) be abandoned to allow for the purpose of
creating parking spaces for his retail business. The abandonment
request has been reviewed by all essential county departments and
administrators and approvals with conditions were received to this
abandonment request. Pursuant to O.C.G.A. §32-7-2, a public
hearing was held on October 9, 2012 for this matter. The legal
description and plat of Windsor Street is attached.
Analysis:In addition to the information provided in the above Background
section, results of the public hearing will be presented to the
Commission. Notice to the property owners located thereon has
been provided, pursuant to O.C.G.A. §32-7-2-(b)(1).
Financial Impact:Cost of publication and advertisement of public hearing.
Alternatives:Approve or deny request to determine that Windsor Spring Road
be abandoned.
Recommendation:Approve determination and request for abandonment of Windsor
Spring Road pursuant to O.C.G.A. §32-7-2, with the abandoned
property to be quit-claimed to the appropriate party(ies) as
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allowed by law, with easement(s) and conditions as directed by
the Augusta Engineering Department, the Augusta Utilities
Department and Augusta Law Department, to be retained over the
abandoned portion for existing or future utilities, drainage and
necessary conditions and adopt the attached Resolution.
Funds are Available
in the Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Finance.
Law.
Administrator.
Clerk of Commission
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A RESOLUTIO OF THE AUGUSTA-RICHMOD COUTY COMMISS IO TO
ABADO A PORTIO OF WIDSOR SPRIG ROAD AS PART OF THE ROAD
SYSTEM OF AUGUSTA-RICHMOD COUTY
THIS RESOLUTIO, adopted by the Augusta-Richmond County, Georgia
Commission (“Commission”):
WHEREAS, it has been proposed that the Commission make a determination that a
portion of Windsor Spring Road consisting of 0.42 acres, as shown on the attached plat, has
ceased to be used by the public to the extent that no substantial public purpose is served by it or
that its removal from the county road system is otherwise in the best public interest and that the
right-of-way should be abandoned as part of the Richmond County road System; and
WHEREAS, it has been Augusta, Georgia’s policy, pursuant to O.C.G.A. §32-7-2 to
reduce the number of roads in Augusta, Georgia that are not utilized or useful to the public and
to abandon such roads; and
WHEREAS, a Public Hearing was held on October 9, 2012 at the Augusta-Richmond
County Municipal Building, Room 803, 530 Greene Street, Augusta, Georgia; and
WHEREAS, a notice of Public Hearing was published in The Augusta Chronicle, the
newspaper in which Sheriff’s advertisements for Richmond County are published, on September
20, 2012 and September 27, 2012, and that the property owners located on Windsor Spring Road
were given notice; and
WHEREAS, the results of the Public Hearing were reported to the Board of
Commissioners and considered thereby; and
WHEREAS, the Commission, at their meeting held February ___, 2013 approved the
proposed abandonment, pursuant to O.C.G.A. §32-7-2 and the requirements of said statute
having been met;
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OW, THEREFORE, be it resolved by the Commission and it is thereby resolved by
the authority of same as follows:
1. It is hereby determined that all requirements of O.C.G.A. §32-7-2 have been met for the
abandonment and removal above said of the Right-of-Way and such Right-of-Way no
longer serves a substantial public purpose or that its removal from the county road system
is otherwise in the best public interest and is hereby abandoned as part of the Richmond
County Road System;
2. The land formerly comprising the Right-of-Way shall be quitclaimed as permitted by law
to the adjoining property owner, subject to easements and restrictions deemed necessary
by the Augusta Engineering Department, Augusta Utilities Department, and Augusta
Planning and Development Department and Augusta Law Department, and the Mayor
and Clerk of Commission are hereby authorized to execute the documents necessary to
effectuate such transfer as directed by the Augusta Law Department;
3. This Resolution shall be recorded in the Minutes of the Augusta-Richmond County
Commission, accompanied by the exhibits referred to herein;
4. This Resolution shall become effective immediately upon its adoption.
DULY ADOPTED by the Augusta, Georgia Commission this ________
day of ________________________, 2013.
AUGUSTA, GEORGIA COMMISSIO
By: ______________________________________
David S. Copenhaver
As its Mayor
Attest: ____________________________________
Lena J. Bonner
As its Clerk
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Engineering Services Committee Meeting
2/11/2013 1:00 PM
Scrap tire and Electronics Recycling
Department:Environmental Services
Caption:Receive as information the Environmental Services Department’s
Scrap Tire and Electronics Recycling Event initiative.
Background:Historically, the Environmental Services Department (ESD),
through the Solid Waste Collections Contract as well as through
the vacant lot and illegal dump cleanup crews, has assisted
Augusta residents with the cleanup and recycling of scrap tires.
As approved as part of the Solid Waste Collection services
beginning in June of 2013, the pickup of scrap tires at the curb
will no longer be provided by our contracted trash companies. In
effort to facilitate this change in process, we are starting the scrap
tire event initiative early so that our customers may better
acclimate to the change. In 2012, the ESD submitted, the
Procurement Department awarded, and the Commission approved
an annual bid item for scrap tire collection and recycling events to
be held at various locations throughout Augusta.
Analysis:This year the Commission has set goals around beautification. As
such, the ESD has developed an initiative for scrap tire recycling
events to be held at various locations around Augusta. The
program is designed to allow the disposal of up to five (5) scrap
tires per resident free of charge per event. With the generous
cooperation of the Recreation, Parks and Facilities Department,
the event schedule has been determined. They will be held the
third Saturday of each month from 9am – 2pm, with the first being
Saturday, February 16th, 2013 at Diamond Lakes Park.
Financial Impact:At this time the financial impact is unknown. However, removing
scrap tire collection from curb-side program reduced the overall
cost of the collections contract. That reduction should offset the
cost of these events. This will also reduce the amount of illegal
dumping of tires that the ESD then has to use staff and resources
to clean up, a further savings.
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Recommendation:Receive as information
Funds are Available
in the Following
Accounts:
Fund 541 and 542
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Finance.
Law.
Administrator.
Clerk of Commission
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Tire Recycling Event Schedule
Date Location Address
February 16, 2013 Diamond Lakes Park 4335 Windsor Spring Road
March 16, 2013 Pendleton King Park 1600 Troupe St
April 20, 2013 Augusta Common – Living Green Day 836 Reynolds Street
May 18, 2013 Lake Olmstead 2200 Broad Street
June 15, 2013 Warren Road Community Center 300 Warren Road
July 20, 2013 Diamond Lakes Park 4335 Windsor Spring Road
August 17, 2013 TBD
September 21, 2013 TBD
October 19, 2013 TBD
November 16, 2013 TBD
December 21, 2013 TBD
Event Guidelines:
1. Customers must provide proof of Richmond County residency.
2. Tires will not be accepted from businesses or commercial customers.
3. Tires may be on or off the rim.
4. Each resident may bring a maximum of five (5) tires per visit.
5. The event will run from 9am – 2pm.
6. For questions, please contact 706-592-3200 or solidwaste@augustaga.gov
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