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PUBLIC SAFETY
1.Motion to approve the award of Bid Item #19-154 Cardiac
Monitor/Defibrillator to Physio-Control, Inc., authorize the
Mayor to sign the contract to purchase the Cardiac
Monitors/Defibrillators through Physio-Control, Inc., and
authorize the Fire Department to immediately purchase one
Cardiac Monitor/Defibrillator pursuant to the terms of the
contract.
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2.Motion to approve the minutes of the Public Safety Committee
held on March 26, 2019.Attachments
3.Motion to authorize staff to draft a Code amendment to modify
the Personal Transportation Vehicle provisions of the Code so as
to only require hydraulic brakes on commercially used PTVs.
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4.Motion to approve the acceptance of the one-time commission
bonus check in the amount of $35,000 and adjust the budget
accordingly.
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Public Safety Committee Meeting
4/30/2019 1:15 PM
Contract to Purchase Cardiac Monitors/Defibrillators
Department:Fire Department
Presenter:Christopher E. James, Fire Chief/EMA Director
Caption:Motion to approve the award of Bid Item #19-154 Cardiac
Monitor/Defibrillator to Physio-Control, Inc., authorize the
Mayor to sign the contract to purchase the Cardiac
Monitors/Defibrillators through Physio-Control, Inc., and
authorize the Fire Department to immediately purchase one
Cardiac Monitor/Defibrillator pursuant to the terms of the
contract.
Background:The Fire Department currently has one cardiac monitor that does
not have End tidal CO2 (EtCO2) monitoring capabilities, which
is critical with patients who are intubated, and the “shock”
button fails to operate at times, which is critical in cardia
defibrillations. This malfunctioning monitor caused the Fire
Department to go out for bid for replacement cardiac
monitors/defibrillators. By approving this award and contract,
the Fire Department has the ability to lock in the price of cardiac
monitors/defibrillators for the next three years. However, at this
time, we are only seeking to purchase one new cardiac
monitor/defibrillator to replace the monitor currently not
operating properly. Permission to purchase any additional
cardiac monitors/defibrillators pursuant to the terms on this
contract in the future to replace any other cardiac
monitors/defibrillators will be brought back before the
Commission at that time. Purchasing this cardiac
monitor/defibrillator 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 one Cardiac
Monitor/Defibrillator, will replace the unit not operating
properly and approval of this Contract will allow the Augusta
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Fire Department to replace units as needed, to provide advanced
life support in more areas in Richmond County.
Financial Impact:($40,725.08) each
Alternatives:none
Recommendation:To approve the award of Bid Item #19-154 Cardiac
Monitor/Defibrillator to Physio-Control, Inc., authorize the
Mayor to sign the contract to purchase the Cardiac
Monitors/Defibrillators through Physio-Control, Inc., and
authorize the Fire Department to immediately purchase one
Cardiac Monitor/Defibrillator pursuant to the terms of the
contract.
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
Fire Department Fund Balance
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Law.
Administrator.
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Public Safety Committee Meeting
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Minutes
Department:
Presenter:
Caption:Motion to approve the minutes of the Public Safety Committee
held on March 26, 2019.
Background:
Analysis:
Financial Impact:
Alternatives:
Recommendation:
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ATTENDANCE:
Present: Hons. D. Williams, Chairman; Garrett, Vice Chairman; B.
Williams and Sias, members.
Absent: Hon. Hardie Davis, Jr., Mayor.
PUBLIC SAF'ETY
1. Motion to approve the minutes of the Public Safety Committee held on March Item12,2019. Action:
Approved
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Motion
Type
Approve
4-0.
2. Motion to Approve Memorandum of Understanding between Georgia
Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency and Augusta-
Nchmond County Emergency Management Agency for Grant Applications.
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Action:
Approved
Motion Text Made By Seconded By
Motion toapprove. Commissioner Commissioner
Motion Passes Sammie Sias Brandon Garrett
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Passes
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Motion Text
Motion to
approve.
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Brandon Garrett Passes
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Richmond County Fire Department for grant applications. Approved
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A _-_^--^ approve. Commissioner Commissionern'PPruvtr Motion Passes Sammie Sias Brandon Garreff Passes
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Motion to authorize staff to draft a Code amendment relating to the brakes on Commercial Personal
Transportation Vehicles
Department:Convention and Visitors Bureau
Presenter:Commissioner Frantom
Caption:Motion to authorize staff to draft a Code amendment to modify
the Personal Transportation Vehicle provisions of the Code so as
to only require hydraulic brakes on commercially used PTVs.
Background:Section 3-5-86 of the Augusta, GA Code requires all commercial
Personal Transportation Vehicles (PTVs) to have four-wheel
disc brakes. The manufactures of PTVs do not offer four-wheel
disc brakes on models with seating for more than four people.
Aftermarket modifications to install four-wheel disk brakes is
cost prohibitive. Commonly available models offer front
hydraulic disc brakes and rear hydraulic drum brakes which
provide sufficient braking capabilities.
Analysis:The Convention and Visitors Bureau is requesting authorization
for staff to draft modifications to Code Section 3-5-86 so as to
allow for front hydraulic disc brakes and rear drum brakes on
Commercial PTVs rather than requiring four-wheel disc brakes.
Financial Impact:None.
Alternatives:Continue require four-wheel disk brakes on all Commercial
PTVs.
Recommendation:Approve.
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Sec. 3-5-86 Operating a Personal Transportation Vehicle on a public street, road or
highway
(a) The definitions contained in Section 3-5-1 of the AUGUSTA, GA. CODE shall be
applicable to this Section.
(b) All requests made to have additional roads designated for PTV use shall be
directed to the Augusta, Georgia Traffic Engineer, but must be approved by the
Augusta, Georgia Commission.
(c) As required by O.C.G.A. § 40-6-331(c), Augusta, Georgia shall erect signs
(having dimensions of at least 24 by 30 inches) on every highway which comprises
a part of the state highway system at that point on the highway which intersects the
corporate limits of the consolidated government of Augusta. Georgia. Such signs
shall warn approaching motorists that PTVs are authorized for use on public streets.
(d) Maps that clearly indicate locations of areas designated for PTV use should be
posted on Augusta, Georgia’s web site [http://www.augustaga.gov] and be made
available in printed form.
(e) No person shall operate any Personal Transportation Vehicle (PTV) upon a
street, road, or public highway in Augusta, Georgia, except as specifically provided
herein. Further, no person shall operate any PTV on private property without the
permission of the owner of such private property.
(f) Pursuant to O.C.G.A. § 40-6-331, the following public streets and portions
thereof are hereby designated for the combined use of PTVs and regular vehicular
traffic, upon the conditions hereinafter set forth:
(1) J. Dewey Gray Circle, Wainbrook, Devore Place, and that section of
Interstate Parkway lying between the intersection of Wainbrook and Devore
Place, are hereby designated for the combined use of PTVs and regular
vehicular traffic herein; and
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(2) All that portion of Heath Drive beginning at Wicklow Drive leading to
Berckmans Road; and
(3) All that portion of Pine Needle Road from its intersection with Buena Vista
and Cardinal Drive, and continuing west to the Forest Hills Golf Course
entrance, during daylight hours between dawn and dusk; and
(4) Except as excluded below, all streets within the geographic area of
downtown Augusta, Georgia (Downtown Area) described as having a
northern boundary of the Georgia/South Carolina state line, a western
boundary of 15th Street, a southern boundary of Laney Walker Blvd, and an
eastern boundary of East Boundary Street.
(5) Downtown Area Exclusions:
(i) PTVs shall not be used on the following entire streets within the
Downtown Area: John C. Calhoun Expressway, 15th Street, St.
Sebastian Way, 13th Street, R.A. Dent, Walton Way, Laney Walker
Blvd, Gordon Highway, and East Boundary Street.
(ii) PTVs shall not be used on portions of the following streets within the
Downtown Area: Reynolds Street between 15th Street and 13th
Street, and Jones Street between 15th Street and 13th Street.
(iii) The Augusta, Georgia Director of Engineering (or his designee) shall
have the authority to designate specific locations for PTVs to cross
streets that are not designated for PTV use.
(g) No PTVs (except for Commercial and Employer operated PTVs) shall operate
on said streets except between the hours of 30 minutes following sunrise and 30
minutes prior to sunset. Commercial and Employer PTVs shall not be operated on
said streets from midnight to 6:00 a.m., but may be operated on such streets at all
other times.
(h) All PTVs shall be equipped with:
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(1) A braking system sufficient for the weight and passenger capacity of the
vehicle, including a parking brake;
(2) A reverse warning device functional at all times when the directional control
is in the reverse position;
(3) A main power switch. When the switch is in the 'off' position, or the key or
other device that activates the switch is removed, the motive power circuit shall
be inoperative. If the switch uses a key, it shall be removable only in the 'off'
position;
(4) Head lamps;
(5) Reflex reflectors
(6) Tail lamps;
(7) A horn;
(8) A rearview mirror;
(9) Safety warning labels;
(10) Hip restraints and hand holds or a combination thereof;
(11) Brake lights
(12) High-mount strobe light for increased visibility
(i) In addition to the requirements above, all Commercial PTVs must have four-
wheel disk brakes, be uniquely keyed or have a “lockout” key switch (requires code
to be entered on keypad for security before vehicle will operate), be equipped with
United States Department of Transportation approved tires and be marked in a
conspicuous manner with the name of the company or organization operating the
Commercial PTV.
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(1) All PTV drivers must have a driver’s license.
(2) Commercial PTV operators must have at least $200,000 of liability insurance
coverage.
(3) Employer PTV operators must have at least $100,000 of liability insurance
coverage.
(4) All other PTVs must have liability insurance coverage in at least the same
amount as would be required for a full sized motor vehicle in Georgia.
(k) Limitations and Safety Criteria for all PTVs.
PTV operation on designated public roads of Augusta, Georgia shall be in
accordance with the following limitations:
(1) No person shall operate a PTV on a public road of Augusta, Georgia unless
that road is designated for PTV operation and is posted with the required sign(s).
(2) No PTV shall be driven across any road at an intersection where the road
being crossed has a posted speed limit of more than thirty-five (35) miles per
hour.
(3) The maximum occupancy of a PTV traveling on roads will be one person per
designated seat.
(4) The use or consumption of alcoholic beverages or other mind altering
substances while operating or occupying a PTV on public roads is prohibited.
(5) Every person operating a PTV on a public roadway has the rights and duties
applicable to the driver or operator of any other vehicle under the provisions of
Chapters 58 and 69 of Title 40 of the Official Code of Georgia, as applicable.
(6) No PTV may be operated at a rate of speed greater than reasonable or proper
under all surrounding circumstances, but in no event at a speed greater than 20
miles per hour unless the vehicle is a low speed vehicle complying with Federal
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Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) 500 in which case it may not be
operated at a speed greater than 25 miles per hour.
(l) Registration, Proof of Insurance and Permit Process.
(1) All PTVs shall be registered with the Augusta, Georgia Planning and
Development Department and PTV owners must obtain a permit to operate a PTV
on any street designated for PTV use. A fee of $15.00 is required to register a
PTV and obtain a permit. PTV owners must complete the permit registration
form provided for the foregoing purpose. A granted permit will be valid for not
less than a period of five (5) years. A permit may be revoked for a violation of
any provision of this ordinance. The Planning and Development Department will
issue visible proof of compliance, (certification decal), that must be attached to
the driver's side of the PTV. The certification decal shall remain permanently
with the vehicle unless the vehicle is sold or the decal is destroyed. The
completed forms will be maintained by the Planning and Development
Department.
(2) An education and information package describing the requirements of the
Augusta, Georgia PTV transportation program shall to be distributed with the
PTV registration decal.
(3) A PTV shall be insured as required by Georgia’s motor vehicle insurance law,
and the operator must carry proof of insurance when operating the PTV.
(g) Enforcement of PTV transportation plan; Sanctions.
Any act constituting a violation of this Ordinance or a failure to comply with any of
its requirements shall subject the offender to a civil penalty of up to one thousand
dollars ($1,000.00) and/or sixty (60) days in jail. Additionally, offenders may have
their permit to operate a PTV revoked.
(h) Exceptions.
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The geographic limitations set forth herein shall not apply to PTVs being operated
as follows:
(1) To cross a road from one portion of a golf course to another portion thereof
or to another adjacent golf course; or to travel between a person's home and golf
course if (i) the trip would not be longer than one mile in either direction; (ii) the
speed limit on the road is no more than twenty-five (25) miles per hour; and (iii)
the route does not cross a road that has a speed limit of more than 35 miles per
hour.
(2) To the extent necessary for Augusta, Georgia employees and Augusta,
Georgia contractors to fulfill a governmental purpose, or as otherwise authorized
by Augusta, Georgia, provided the PTV is not operated on a public road of
Augusta, Georgia with a posted speed limit over 35 miles per hour;
(3) As necessary by employees of public or private institutions of higher
education if operating on roads within the property limits of such institutions,
provided the PTV is being operated on roads with speed limits of twenty-five
(25) miles per hour or less.
(i) Governmental Operations.
Augusta, Georgia is permitted to operate Augusta, Georgia owned PTVs for the
purposes of government maintenance, traffic enforcement or other government
business, on Augusta, Georgia streets as well as private property. Generally, these
PTVs shall be equipped with flashing yellow warning lights to the front and rear or
a yellow flashing light on top. Augusta, Georgia and other governmental agencies
shall be exempt from the permit requirements contained in this ordinance.
(j) Conflict with State Law
To the extent that there is any conflict between this Code and any federal law or
Georgia law, the federal or Georgia law shall prevail.
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(k) No Assumption of Liability. Nothing in this section shall be construed as an
assumption of liability by Augusta, Georgia for any injuries or death to persons or
property damage in connection with, including, but not limited to: 1) the operation
of a PTV; 2) the grant of an PTV permit; or 3) the failure by Augusta, Georgia to
revoke a PTV permit.
(l) Effective Date.
This Ordinance shall become effective ____________.
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Public Safety Committee Meeting
4/30/2019 1:15 PM
RCCI's request to accept $35,000 commission bonus from ICS and increase their expenditure budget
Department:RCCI
Presenter:Warden Evan Joseph
Caption:Motion to approve the acceptance of the one-time commission
bonus check in the amount of $35,000 and adjust the budget
accordingly.
Background:The Richmond County Correctional Institution recently entered
into a contractual agreement with Inmate Calling Solutions
(ICS). This contractual agreement was approved at the regular
Commission meeting on February 5, 2019. This contractual
agreement with Inmate Calling Solutions (ICS) and Augusta,
Georgia includes a one- time commission bonus check in the
amount of $35,000 See notes listed as Exhibit D
Analysis:This increase in funds will allow the department to upgrade its
surveillance systems.
Financial Impact:This request will not have any negative financial impact on the
department or City of Augusta.
Alternatives:Do not approve motion.
Recommendation:Approve the request to accept the one- time commission bonus
check in the amount of $35,000 and adjust the budget
accordingly.
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Increase revenue and expense budgets as follows:
101000000/3891110 $35,000 101033211/5316210 $35,000
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