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PUBLIC SERVICES
1. New Ownership Application: A. N. 08 - 23: A request by
David L Durden for an on premise consumption Liquor,
Beer & Wine license to be used in connection with Club
Rehab located at 913 Broad St. There will be Dance.
District 1. Super District 9.
Attachments
2. Receive proposal from Fleet Management regarding
providing License and Inspections with city vehicles.
(Requested by Commissioner Jackson)
Attachments
3. Motion to approve the pre-acceptance of a Federal
Aviation Administration (FAA) grant. (Pending approval
by the Augusta Aviation Commission)
Attachments
4. Motion to approve the pre-acceptance of a (GDOT) grant.
(Pending Augusta Aviation Commission approval)
Attachments
5. Discuss adopting an ordinance to regulate pedicabs in the
Central Business District.
Attachments
6. Motion to approve a Professional Services Agreement for
planning, permitting and engineering for the Robert
Baurle Boat Landing "Go Fish" project to Jon Guerry
Taylor & Associates for $43,000.
Attachments
7. Motion to approve the award of Bid Item #08-105, re-
roofing of The Boathouse Community Center to
Crossroofing Company in the amount of $37,180.68.
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8. Motion to approve Augusta Public Transit’s grant Attachments
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application to the Georgia Department of Transportation
(GDOT) for capital funds.
9. Consider a request from Ms. Judith Rader of Able
Disable for the use of three (3) ADA vans for the ADA
Movement Celebration July 25, 2008.
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Public Service Committee Meeting
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Alcohol Application
Department:License & Inspections
Caption:New Ownership Application: A. N. 08 - 23: A request by
David L Durden for an on premise consumption Liquor, Beer
& Wine license to be used in connection with Club Rehab
located at 913 Broad St. There will be Dance. District 1.
Super District 9.
Background:This is a new ownership application. Formerly in the name of
David Fort.
Analysis:The applicant meets the requirements of the Augusta
Richmond County Alcohol Ordinance.
Financial Impact:The applicant will pay a fee of $4345.00.
Alternatives:
Recommendation:License & Inspections recommends approval. The RCSD
recommends approval.
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Administrator.
Clerk of Commission
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City Vehicles for License and Inspections
Department:Clerk of Commission
Caption:Receive proposal from Fleet Management regarding
providing License and Inspections with city vehicles.
(Requested by Commissioner Jackson)
Background:
Analysis:
Financial Impact:
Alternatives:
Recommendation:
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Clerk of Commission
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Federal Aviation Administration Grant Pre-Approval
Department:Augusta Regional Airport
Caption:Motion to approve the pre-acceptance of a Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA) grant. (Pending approval by the
Augusta Aviation Commission)
Background:These are 2008 primary entitlements from the Atlanta
Airports District Office to be used for Terminal Building
Expansion - Reimbursement. Also a not to exceed amount of
approximately $410,000 in discretionary monies for Airfield
Signage Rehabilitation.
Analysis:The executed grant must be returned to the Atlanta ADO no
later than June 20, 2008. Due to limited time constraints, we
are requesting pre-approval for the acceptance of this grant.
Financial Impact:Approximately $1,097,964 in entitlements and a not to
exceed amount of approximately $410,000 in discretionary
monies.
Alternatives:Deny request.
Recommendation:Approve request.
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
N/A
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
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Finance.
Administrator.
Clerk of Commission
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Georgia Department of Transportation Grant Pre-Approval
Department:Augusta Regional Airport
Caption:Motion to approve the pre-acceptance of a (GDOT) grant.
(Pending Augusta Aviation Commission approval)
Background:These are monies given by the Georgia DOT for Airfield
Signage Rehabilitation. This amount is a 2.5% match of the
Federal Aviation Administration grant for the same project.
Analysis:The executed grant must be returned to the GDOT by June
23, 2008. Due to limited time constraints, we are requesting
pre-approval for the acceptance of this grant.
Financial Impact:Approximately $7,763.
Alternatives:Deny request.
Recommendation:Approve request.
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
N/A
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Finance.
Administrator.
Clerk of Commission
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Public Service Committee Meeting
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Pedicabs (Bike Taxis)
Department:License & Inspection
Caption:Discuss adopting an ordinance to regulate pedicabs in the
Central Business District.
Background:Mr. Ben Riche has requested that this item be placed on the
agenda for discussion. Mr. Riche is a current business owner
downtown and is interested in starting a pedicab business to
serve the Central Business District.
Analysis:At this time Augusta does not have an ordinance that
regulates a pedicab business.
Financial Impact:N/A
Alternatives:N/A
Recommendation:N/A
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
N/A
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Administrator.
Clerk of Commission
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May 21, 2008
Rob Sherman
Licensing and Inspections
Richmond County
Dear Mr. Sherman,
I am writing to request that an ordinance be put in place to allow and regulate the use of
pedicabs in the Downtown Business District. A pedicab, also known as a bike taxi, is a tricycle with a
two-person cart pulled by one rider. They are an environmental friendly form of transportation used
across our country, and the world, in cities as big as New York, NY to smaller cities such as Savannah,
GA.
As a current downtown property and business owner I am passionate about seeing our
downtown become the pride of our city as I know you are. I believe that the pedicab business has a lot
to offer our downtown. Cities such as Greenville, Charleston, and Savannah have already allowed
pedicab operations in there downtown areas and have seen great results. They bring a charm to the
area and allow tourist and locals to easily move around from local shops and restaurants to local
historical sights and other attractions.
Pedicabs could play a big role in connecting tourist and locals to our downtown museums and
historical sites. They could offer a ride to our guest from their hotel to our local hot spots such Artist
Row and the downtown-dining scene. A newly wed couple could ride away in a pedicab from Sacred
Heart and ride through downtown to Marbury Center or Pullman Hall to meet their friends at the
wedding reception. On the weekdays an employee at the Wachovia building can quickly catch a ride to
lunch at 11th Street. As downtown grows and parking becomes and issue, pedicabs can offer their
services to the thousands who work downtown and need a ride from some perimeter parking lot to
there office in the heart of the area. Pedicabs can offer an affordable, environmental friendly,
convenient, and quite charming way to get around downtown Augusta whether it is for work or play.
There are perimeters that need to be put in place to allow pedicabs on the streets of course.
After all, there are safety precautions that must be taken and enforced to protect everyone involved. I
have spoken to Col. Powell with the Richmond County Sheriffs Department about the safety concerns.
He had no objection to the use of pedicabs on the streets of downtown. He pointed out that we have
had horse and carriage rides downtown before and that is no more of a safety concern. With the
proper safety precautions I believe that pedicabs are a safe way to travel. I have also spoken with
Margaret Woodard of the Downtown Development Authority. She was very supportive of the use of
pedicabs and recognized what an asset they would be to our downtown.
In conclusion, I am hopeful that you will see the benefits of pedicabs roaming the streets of
downtown Augusta and consider my request. I plan to sell advertising space on the carts, offer taxi
rides and offer sightseeing tours through downtown.
Thank you,
Ben Riche
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VEHICLES WITHOUT MOTORS
GENERALLY
§. Applicability of article.
This article applies to pedicabs, and like vehicles which have no motor, which carry one or more
passengers for hire, and which utilize public rights-of-way and other public property for a
portion or all of the trip for hire. The purpose of this article is to regulate the public safety of
passengers in such public service vehicles, as well as pedestrians and occupants of other vehicles
in the public rights-of-way and on public property.
§. Definitions.
The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this article, shall have the meanings
ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning:
Pedicab means a three wheeled vehicle powered by a human being peddling.
§. Business tax certificate required.
Any person, firm or corporation who owns, operates or does business in Augusta-Richmond
County as a wrecker service at accident scenes, shall, before engaging in such business, obtain a
business tax certificate in accordance with the Augusta-Richmond County Code.
§. Penalty for violation of article.
All persons, firms or corporations failing to comply with the mandatory provisions of this
article or doing any act prohibited in this article shall be guilty of an offense, and, upon trial as a
misdemeanor and conviction, shall be punished as provided in section 1-6-1 of this Code.
§. Regulatory fee.
Any person, firm or corporation who owns, operates or does business as a pedicab business in
Augusta-Richmond County shall, before engaging in such business, pay such regulatory fee as is
provided in section 2-2-3(c) of the Augusta-Richmond County Code.
§. Number limited; sale of business tax certificate.
The number of taxicabs authorized to be operated by business tax certificate holders under the
provisions of this Article shall be limited to the total number of ten (10).
§. Required certificates: owners and drivers.
(a) No owner of a vehicle without motor shall permit the vehicle to be operated in the public
rights-of-way or on public property without first securing from the License & Inspection
Department a certificate of public convenience and necessity under article III of this chapter. To
the extent any requirements of article III apply exclusively to motor vehicles, the city manager,
directly or through his designee, may waive their application to this section.
(b) No driver shall operate a vehicle without motor in the public rights-of-way or on public
property without first meeting the qualifications for a driver under this article and being issued a
certificate to that effect from the inspector. Any applicant who is denied a certificate by the
inspector may appeal the decision within ten days of the notice to the city manager, whose
decision on review shall be final.
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(c) The Director of the License & Inspection Department shall have the discretion to issue
certificates provided for under this section subject to specific conditions which protect public
safety, provided the conditions are stated in writing.
§. Equipment.
(a) Passenger design. Prior to receipt of a certificate of public convenience and necessity under
article III of this chapter, each owner of a vehicle without motor shall first establish for the
inspector's approval that the vehicle was designed for passenger conveyance, at a minimum
having seats and the means of safe ingress and egress into and from the vehicle. The inspector
may make such additional requirements of vehicle design for particular vehicles as may be
pertinent to the safe conveyance of the traveling public.
(b) Functioning components. All weight bearing and moving components of vehicles without
motors shall be fully functional at all times, without requiring the driver or passengers to hold or
constrain any component of the vehicle or to position themselves in any special way during the
course of the trip for the sake of safety or comfort.
(c) Lights and reflectors. No vehicles without a motor shall operate except in broad daylight
hours without being equipped with such lights and reflectors as the inspector may require. The
inspector shall require such lights and reflectors as can reasonably be expected to be seen by
pedestrians and drivers of vehicles using the public rights-of-way and other public property from
a distance of 500 feet. In implementing this requirement, the inspector shall have the discretion
to consider the type, size, and shape of the vehicle as well as the anticipated or likely places of
use for the vehicle. The inspector shall have the further discretion to reconsider and revise the
requirements for any previously approved lights and reflectors in view of actual practice.
(d) Certificate of capacity. Each vehicle without motor shall have displayed permanently a
certificate showing the vehicle's maximum capacity, as determined by the inspector, of the total
number of passengers or the total weight, or some combination of number of passengers and
weight. No driver shall operate a vehicle in excess of the certificate's designated capacity.
(e) Owner identification. Each vehicle without motor shall have displayed prominently on the
exterior of the vehicle in a manner satisfactory to the inspector a sign identifying the business
entity owning the vehicle and a telephone number for contact.
§. Driver qualification..
(a) Required. No person shall drive a pedicab for hire upon the streets of Augusta-Richmond
County, and no person who owns or controls a pedicab shall permit it to be so driven,
and no pedicab licensed by the Commission shall be so driven at any time for hire, unless
the driver of such pedicab shall have first obtained and shall have then in force a pedicab
driver's permit issued under the provisions of this article.
(b) Application-form;
An application for a pedicab driver's permit shall be filed with the License & Inspection
Department on forms provided by the Commission. Each person operating a vehicle
without motor shall at the time of operation:
(1) Possess a valid driver's license issued to the driver by the driver's current state of
residence; A picture of himself with his name, address, age (which shall be less than
eighteen (18) years), weight, height, sex, color of hair and eyes.
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(2) Possess and exercise the physical strength necessary to maintain control of the
vehicle under the driver's charge;
(3) Not be under the influence of alcohol or other drugs, whether prescribed or
otherwise, to such a degree that the driver's ability to operate the vehicle is impaired; and
(4) Possess a cell phone, radio, or similar wireless communication device which is
capable of contacting police dispatch.
At the time the application is filed the applicant shall pay to the Commission the sum five
dollars ($5.00).
§. Locations for routes, loading, and unloading.
(a) The inspector shall be authorized to establish locations, days, and times for routes of travel
for vehicles without motors and for loading and unloading of their passengers. The identification
of such locations shall be made after consultation with the Director of the License & Inspection
Department, and the Sheriff’s Department designee. Whenever the route of travel includes or
affects public rights-of-way or other public property, no driver of a vehicle without motor shall
utilize any route of travel or any location for loading and unloading of passengers, without
authorization pursuant to this section, even when such loading or unloading location is on
privately owned property. The locations selected shall be compatible with public safety.
(b) The Director of the License & Inspections Deparment may suspend temporarily the use of
locations authorized under subsection (a) when those locations are being used for or affected by
special events or when public safety requires.
§. Obedience to traffic laws.
All vehicles without motors shall during their operation be subject to the general traffic laws of
the state and the city which are applicable to motorized vehicles, unless the applicability is made
impossible by the absence of a motor. Citations for violations of those provisions may be written
by reference to this section or the section of a state or municipal code otherwise giving rise to the
violation. However, any owner or driver who receives a certificate or permit under this chapter
for the operation of a vehicle without motor shall be deemed to have waived the requirement
under any other section that the vehicle must be a "motor vehicle" as an element of the charge.
§. Insurance.
No person shall operate a vehicle without motor without maintaining in force a general
comprehensive liability insurance policy in such minimum coverage amounts as established and
from time to time adjusted, but in no event less than $1,000,000. No license or permit shall be
issued under this chapter without presenting to the city a certificate of insurance, naming the city
as an additional insured and as entitled to notice in the event of cancellation or non-renewal. No
owner shall operate a vehicle without motor without having in place workers compensation
insurance in the statutory amounts set by the state unless the person is exempt from such
mandatory coverages.
§. Suspension and revocation.
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(a) Failure to abide by the provisions of this chapter or any of the ordinances of the city or laws
of the state in the operation of a vehicle without motor shall be grounds for the temporary
suspension or revocation of any certificate issued under this chapter.
§. Drivers; required and prohibited acts.
(a) While on duty each driver shall do the following:
(1) Keep the passenger area clean at all times;
(2) Require all passengers to remain seated at all times, except when loading and
unloading;
(3) Advise passengers to enter and exit the vehicle with care; and
(4) Wear an identification badge.
(b) While on duty, each driver shall not:
(1) Solicit passengers in a loud tone of voice or annoying manner;
(2) Permit any other person to operate the vehicle under the driver's charge, unless the
person is currently certified by the inspector to be a driver of the particular type of
vehicle without motor; or
(3) Smoke or consume food or beverages, except when not operating the vehicle and on break.
Sec. 48-322. Definitions.
The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this article, shall have the meanings
ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning:
Horse drawn carriage means a four wheeled vehicle which is designed and outfitted for
passenger travel and which operates by being pulled by a horse, mule, or other draft animal. Any
reference herein to horse shall be interpreted to apply to whatever draft animal is being used.
Pedicab means a three wheeled vehicle powered by a human being peddling.
Rickshaw means a two wheeled vehicle pulled by a human being or draft animal.
(Ord. No. 2001-30, § 3, 5-14-01)
Sec. 48-323. Required certificates: owners and drivers.
(a) No owner of a vehicle without motor shall permit the vehicle to be operated in the public
rights-of-way or on public property without first securing from the city manager a certificate of
public convenience and necessity under article III of this chapter. To the extent any requirements
of article III apply exclusively to motor vehicles, the city manager, directly or through his
designee, may waive their application to this section.
(b) No driver shall operate a vehicle without motor in the public rights-of-way or on public
property without first meeting the qualifications for a driver under this article and being issued a
certificate to that effect from the inspector. Any applicant who is denied a certificate by the
inspector may appeal the decision within ten days of the notice to the city manager, whose
decision on review shall be final.
(c) The city manager and inspector shall have the discretion to issue certificates provided for
under this section subject to specific conditions which protect public safety, provided the
conditions are stated in writing.
(Ord. No. 2001-30, § 3, 5-14-01)
Sec. 48-324. Equipment.
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(a) Passenger design. Prior to receipt of a certificate of public convenience and necessity under
article III of this chapter, each owner of a vehicle without motor shall first establish for the
inspector's approval that the vehicle was designed for passenger conveyance, at a minimum
having seats and the means of safe ingress and egress into and from the vehicle. The inspector
may make such additional requirements of vehicle design for particular vehicles as may be
pertinent to the safe conveyance of the traveling public.
(b) Functioning components. All weight bearing and moving components of vehicles without
motors shall be fully functional at all times, without requiring the driver or passengers to hold or
constrain any component of the vehicle or to position themselves in any special way during the
course of the trip for the sake of safety or comfort.
(c) Lights and reflectors. No vehicles without a motor shall operate except in broad daylight
hours without being equipped with such lights and reflectors as the inspector may require. The
inspector shall require such lights and reflectors as can reasonably be expected to be seen by
pedestrians and drivers of vehicles using the public rights-of-way and other public property from
a distance of 500 feet. In implementing this requirement, the inspector shall have the discretion
to consider the type, size, and shape of the vehicle as well as the anticipated or likely places of
use for the vehicle. The inspector shall have the further discretion to reconsider and revise the
requirements for any previously approved lights and reflectors in view of actual practice.
(d) Certificate of capacity. Each vehicle without motor shall have displayed permanently a
certificate showing the vehicle's maximum capacity, as determined by the inspector, of the total
number of passengers or the total weight, or some combination of number of passengers and
weight. No driver shall operate a vehicle in excess of the certificate's designated capacity.
(e) Owner identification. Each vehicle without motor shall have displayed prominently on the
exterior of the vehicle in a manner satisfactory to the inspector a sign identifying the business
entity owning the vehicle and a telephone number for contact.
(Ord. No. 2001-30, § 3, 5-14-01)
Sec. 48-325. Driver qualification.
Each person operating a vehicle without motor shall at the time of operation:
(1) Possess a valid driver's license issued to the driver by the driver's current state of residence;
(2) Possess and exercise the physical strength necessary to maintain control of the vehicle under
the driver's charge;
(3) Not be under the influence of alcohol or other drugs, whether prescribed or otherwise, to
such a degree that the driver's ability to operate the vehicle is impaired; and
(4) Possess a cell phone, radio, or similar wireless communication device which is capable of
contacting police dispatch.
(Ord. No. 2001-30, § 3, 5-14-01)
Sec. 48-326. Locations for routes, loading, and unloading.
(a) The inspector shall be authorized to establish locations, days, and times for routes of travel
for vehicles without motors and for loading and unloading of their passengers. The identification
of such locations shall be made after consultation with the chief of police, the fire chief, and the
public works director, or their designees. Whenever the route of travel includes or affects public
rights-of-way or other public property, no driver of a vehicle without motor shall utilize any
route of travel or any location for loading and unloading of passengers, without authorization
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pursuant to this section, even when such loading or unloading location is on privately owned
property. The locations selected by the inspector shall be compatible with public safety.
(b) The inspector may suspend temporarily the use of locations authorized under subsection (a)
when those locations are being used for or affected by special events or when public safety
requires.
(Ord. No. 2001-30, § 3, 5-14-01)
Sec. 48-327. Obedience to traffic laws.
All vehicles without motors shall during their operation be subject to the general traffic laws of
the state and the city which are applicable to motorized vehicles, unless the applicability is made
impossible by the absence of a motor. Citations for violations of those provisions may be written
by reference to this section or the section of a state or municipal code otherwise giving rise to the
violation. However, any owner or driver who receives a certificate or permit under this chapter
for the operation of a vehicle without motor shall be deemed to have waived the requirement
under any other section that the vehicle must be a "motor vehicle" as an element of the charge.
(Ord. No. 2001-30, § 3, 5-14-01)
Sec. 48-328. Insurance.
No person shall operate a vehicle without motor without maintaining in force a general
comprehensive liability insurance policy in such minimum coverage amounts as the inspector
shall uniformly establish and from time to time adjust, but in no event less than $1,000,000. No
license or permit shall be issued under this chapter without presenting to the city a certificate of
insurance, naming the city as an additional insured and as entitled to notice in the event of
cancellation or non-renewal. No owner shall operate a vehicle without motor without having in
place workers compensation insurance in the statutory amounts set by the state unless the person
is exempt from such mandatory coverages. For good cause shown the city manager may waive
any portion of this section's requirements, provided adequate protections can be shown to be in
place for the public, the driver, and the city.
(Ord. No. 2001-30, § 3, 5-14-01)
Sec. 48-329. Suspension and revocation.
(a) Failure to abide by the provisions of this chapter or any of the ordinances of the city or laws
of the state in the operation of a vehicle without motor shall be grounds for the temporary
suspension or revocation of any certificate issued under this chapter.
(b) If in the opinion of the inspector, a certificate should be suspended or revoked, the inspector
shall give written notice of decision to the certificate holder and of the right of the certificate
holder to appeal the decision to the city manager, or his designee. The notice may be delivered
personally or sent by mail.
(Ord. No. 2001-30, § 3, 5-14-01)
Sec. 48-330. Drivers; required and prohibited acts.
(a) While on duty each driver shall do the following:
(1) Keep the passenger area clean at all times;
(2) Require all passengers to remain seated at all times, except when loading and unloading;
(3) Advise passengers to enter and exit the vehicle with care; and
(4) Wear an identification badge.
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(b) While on duty, each driver shall not:
(1) Solicit passengers in a loud tone of voice or annoying manner;
(2) Permit any other person to operate the vehicle under the driver's charge, unless the person is
currently certified by the inspector to be a driver of the particular type of vehicle without motor;
or
(3) Smoke or consume food or beverages, except when not operating the vehicle and on break.
(Ord. No. 2001-30, § 3, 5-14-01)
Sec. 48-331. Appeals.
Any person submitting an application for a certificate of any type under this article, to the
inspector or any employee other than the city manager, or any person whose certificate has been
suspended or revoked, may appeal the decision to the city manager, provided such appeal is in
writing and is delivered to the city manager within ten days of the date of the adverse decision.
The city manager shall review all relevant documentation and may receive additional
information as he determines to be appropriate. Except as provided for certificates of public
convenience and necessity under section 48-75, the decision of the city manager shall be final.
(Ord. No. 2001-30, § 3, 5-14-01)
Secs. 48-332--48-340. Reserved.
DIVISION 2. HORSE DRAWN CARRIAGES
Sec. 48-341. Additional requirements.
Horse drawn carriages, their owners, and their drivers shall meet the requirements of division 1
of this article. In addition, they shall meet the requirements of this division.
(Ord. No. 2001-30, § 3, 5-14-01)
Sec. 48-342. Design and maximum size.
Horse drawn carriages shall be traditionally styled passenger carriages, or wagons which have
been upfitted appropriately for safe and comfortable passenger travel. Wagons that are patently
designed for cargo instead of passengers will not be approved. Horse drawn vehicles must not
exceed 14 feet in length or seven feet in width. Vehicles will be measured from end to end,
excluding steps and shafts; and, from axle tip to axle tip. No part of the vehicle may be over
seven feet in width.
(Ord. No. 2001-30, § 3, 5-14-01)
Sec. 48-343. Hand brake required.
At all times when in use as such, the horse drawn carriage shall be equipped with suitable and
efficient manually operated brake(s). The brake(s) must be engaged whenever the driver
dismounts for any reason.
(Ord. No. 2001-30, § 3, 5-14-01)
Sec. 48-344. Harness apparatus and blinders.
At all times when in use as such, the horse drawn carriage shall have a harness attachment
maintained so as not to allow the horse to break away from its harness or vehicle. All carriages
shall have the suspension, pivoting axle, shaves, and tongue and harness trees secured to the
vehicle properly with safety measures taken to ensure that any key parts will not accidentally
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loosen. Each horse must be properly fitted with blinders while the horse drawn carriage is in
operation.
(Ord. No. 2001-30, § 3, 5-14-01)
Sec. 48-345. Diapering apparatus and clean up required.
The driver of a horse drawn carriage must equip the horse with diapering apparatus maintained
in working order that prevents droppings of the animal from being deposited or otherwise left on
public rights-of-way or other public property. Failure to flush all liquid waste excreted from the
horse immediately with water and spray with the appropriate chemical to eliminate all noxious
odor and bacteria is a violation of this article.
(Ord. No. 2001-30, § 3, 5-14-01)
Sec. 48-346. Additional driver qualifications.
In addition to the qualifications set forth for drivers of all vehicles without motors in section 48-
325, each driver of a horse drawn carriage must:
(1) Be at least 21 years of age; and
(2) Demonstrate competence in handling horse drawn vehicles. All drivers of horse drawn
vehicles shall be required to pass a horse drawn vehicle competency examination administered
by the police department traffic division which will satisfy the city that the driver is
knowledgeable and capable of handling horses and horse drawn vehicles in emergency
situations. Should any driver be involved in an accident while operating a horse drawn vehicle,
such driver shall be subject to re-examination for competency.
(Ord. No. 2001-30, § 3, 5-14-01)
Sec. 48-347. Additional equipment requirements.
In addition to equipment criteria set forth in section 48-324, each horse drawn carriage shall be
equipped with a rear reflective device as follows:
(1) An equilateral triangle in shape at least 16 inches wide at the base and at least 14 inches in
height, with a bright red border, at least 1 3/4 inches wide of highly reflective beaded material; or
(2) A center triangle, at least 12 1/4 inches on each side of yellow-orange fluorescent material.
The device shall be mounted on the rear of the horse drawn vehicle, not less than three feet nor
more than five feet above the ground, measuring to the lowest portion of the device and as near
the center of the vehicle as practicable.
(Ord. No. 2001-30, § 3, 5-14-01)
Sec. 48-348. Hitching location.
(a) No horse shall be hitched or unhitched to the harness apparatus of the carriage except at
locations approved by the inspector. The locations selected by the inspector shall be compatible
with public safety.
(b) The inspector may suspend temporarily the use of locations authorized under subsection (a)
when those locations are being used for or affected by special events or when public safety
requires.
(Ord. No. 2001-30, § 3, 5-14-01)
Sec. 48-349. Treatment of horses.
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(a) No owner or driver shall treat a horse used in a horse drawn vehicle in an inhumane manner.
No driver shall work a horse which is in poor health, lame, ill or which has sores. No driver shall
work a horse under the age of three years or over the age of 20 years.
(b) No horse shall be placed into service for more than 12 hours per day. A rest break of at least
ten minutes shall be given to each horse after one 50-minute period. After two consecutive 50-
minute periods a 30 minute rest period shall be given.
(c) Horses shall be provided with adequate food and water while in service.
(d) Horses shall not be operated when the chill index is below 0 degrees Fahrenheit, or the heat
index is above 95 degrees Fahrenheit, as measured by the National Weather Service. When the
chill index is below 20 degrees Fahrenheit, the horse must be blanketed during rest periods.
(e) Any horse used on asphalt, concrete, or similar type street surfaces shall be shod with metal
shoes coated with material which minimizes damage to the surface. A good quality, shock-
absorbing material may be used between the horses hooves and the shoes at the discretion of a
certified farrier.
(f) Shoes are to be refitted, as needed. Any shoe lost during the work period by a horse then in
service must be replaced before such horse resumes service.
(g) Horse's hooves shall be trimmed, as needed, at the scheduled times for shoe refitting.
Hooves are to be examined by a certified farrier and a report of the examination in writing shall
be submitted to the inspector every six months that the horse is in service.
(h) Horses shall be given a minimum of four days pasture time per month.
(i) No driver shall use more than a light touch of the whip upon a horse, and no driver or other
person may forcefully strike a horse or make movements or noise intended to frighten or harm
the horse.
(j) The fitness of such horse to pull a horse drawn vehicle shall be certified in writing at least
annually by a certified veterinarian, and a copy of such certification filed with the inspector, in
order for such horse to remain in service for use with horse drawn vehicles.
(Ord. No. 2001-30, § 3, 5-14-01)
Sec. 48-350. Taunting and interference prohibited.
No person shall taunt, tease, or assault a horse. No person shall interfere with a horse drawn
vehicle being operated in accord with this article.
(Ord. No. 2001-30, § 3, 5-14-01)
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Item # 5
Public Service Committee Meeting
6/9/2008 12:30 PM
Robert Baurle Boat Landing "Go Fish" Project
Department:Tom F. Beck, Director, Recreation and Parks Department
Caption:Motion to approve a Professional Services Agreement for
planning, permitting and engineering for the Robert Baurle
Boat Landing "Go Fish" project to Jon Guerry Taylor &
Associates for $43,000.
Background:The Augusta Commission has been approved for up to
$740,000 for improvements to the Baurle Boat Landing as
part of the Go Fish Georgia Program through the Georgia
Department of Natural Resources. The project is a 50-50
matching project with the State providing $370,000 and the
City to match the amount as follows: 1. Undeveloped land
value - 7.53 acres at $22,500; 2. Developed Land value -
existing ramp, docks, gangways, parking and road at
$277,500; 3. In-kind site work to be performed by Augusta
forces at $60,000; and, 4. Cash match at $10,000.
Analysis:Responses were received from four (4) firms. A panel
comprised of three representatives from Recreation, one from
Procurement, two Georgia DNR representatives and one
from the Augusta Sports Council conducted interviews.
Based upon the evaluation criteria utilized, it was the
recommendation by committee that Jon Guerry Taylor &
Associates could provide the best service as requested and
that fee negotiations precede with this firm.(See attachments)
Financial Impact:Funding has been identified and is in place to conduct this
project accordingly utilizing SPLOST Phase IV and V funds.
Alternatives:1. To Approve. 2. Move No Action thus delaying the
improvements and forgoing the grant opportunity of
$370,000.
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Recommendation:1. To approve
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
324061110 - 201061010 325061110 - 206065014
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Finance.
Administrator.
Clerk of Commission
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Item # 6
RFQ #08-077
Engineering & Design for Improvements to
Robert Baurle Boat Landing
Augusta Recreation and Parks Department
RFQ Bid Opening Date: Thursday, April 3, 2008 @ 3:00 p.m.
Vendors Original 5 Copies Addendum
Zell Engineers
Augusta, Georgia
X X X
Johnson, Laschober & Associates
Augusta, Georgia
X X X
W. K. Dickson Engineering
Augusta, Georgia
X X X
Jon Guerry Taylor & Associates
Mount Pleasant, South Carolina
X X x
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P08-015.rev2.doc
Professional Permitting and Engineering Proposal
Robert Baurle Boat Ramp and Fishing Tournament Facility
Located on the Savannah River, City of Augusta, Georgia
May 28, 2008
Jon Guerry Taylor & Associates, Inc. (JGT) will utilize the Scope of Work outlined below to
develop a complete set of permit and engineering documents for the Robert Baurle Boat Ramp
and Fishing Tournament Facility.
Planning Permitting and Engineering Scope of Services:
Jon Guerry Taylor & Associates, Inc. (JGT) will provide full design services for this project that
will include Planning, Permitting, Engineering Design, Bidding and Construction
Administration. These services will include the following:
• Planning – JGT will use utilize the existing boundary, topography and as-built surveying
information on the site to develop a detailed plan of the new facility. JGT will meet with the
Owners to develop the needs and concepts for the facility. This conceptual plan will include
the new ramp(s), parking areas, drive isles, fixed and floating dock structures, restrooms and
other structures requested by the Owner. The plan will be presented to the City of Augusta
for review and approval.
• Permitting – Once the new plan for the facility has been approved, JGT will produce the
required permit drawings and permit application forms that will be submitted to the US Army
Corps of Engineers. JGT will administer the permitting process and will ensure the vision
and overall plan of the facility is maintained and permitted. JGT will also submit and
administer the GADNR-EPD permitting process.
• Engineering – Once JGT has confidence as to what the final Corps of Engineers permit will
include, JGT will use the approved plan and the permit to develop a complete set of
engineering drawings and specifications for the facility (excluding Rest Room Building).
This will include grading, drainage, paving, boat ramp design, fixed and floating dock
structures, and sediment and erosion control. To go along with the design drawings, JGT will
produce a complete set of specifications that will be included in a manual to be used for
bidding.
• Bidding – JGT will work with the City of Augusta in developing a complete set of bid
documents that will be distributed to Contractors for bidding. Prior to developing the
package, the City of Augusta will need to outline what items of the facility will be
constructed by their forces. This will be important in developing a detailed scope of work for
the construction of the facility. JGT will review the bids from the Contractors and make a
recommendation to the City of Augusta.
• Construction Administration – JGT will work with the City of Augusta in the construction of
the facility. This will include reviewing Contractor pay requests, conduct site visits, review
and approve shop drawings, review and approve substitution requests, and work out any
problems or issues that may occur during construction.
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P08-015.rev2.doc
Professional Fees:
Total allocated budget for the facility is $420,000.00 including state funds and Augusta match.
For engineering fee calculation purposes, allocate ($420,000.00-Engineering Fees). Engineering
fees are based on 10 % of Construction Cost (projects less than $500,000).
Basic Fee
Total Construction Budget for fee purposes is $420,000
Total Engineering Fee is calculated as follows: $420,000.00 x 10%................. $42,000.00
• Planning (15%) ............................................................................$6,300.00
• Engineering (60%) .....................................................................$25,200.00
• Bidding (5%) ................................................................................$2,100.00
• Construction Administration (20%).............................................$8,400.00
Additional fee for out of normal design scope activities
Additional Fee for Environmental Permitting Services ...........................$1,000.00
Total (Planning, Permitting, Design, Bidding & Construction Administration).... $43,000.00
Cost not covered in this proposal (Reference Article 3. AIA B151-1997), to include but not
to be limited to:
1. Boundary and Topographical Surveys - JGT will provide the specifications and
coordinate with Star Surveying, Inc. to complete the required work.
2. Hydrographic Surveys of the River - JGT will provide the specifications and
coordinate with Star Surveying, Inc. to complete the required work.
3. Geotechnical Investigations - JGT will provide specifications and coordinate the
required work with CSRA Testing & Engineers.
4. Special Studies (historical, archeological, wetlands, endangered species, traffic etc.) –
At this time it is believed that these services are NOT needed to complete this project
but if at a later time it determined that they are required, these fees are not included in
this Scope of Work of Fees.
5. Travel cost when required will be billed at $0.40 per mile.
6. Application or Permitting Fees – If there are application or permitting fees required
for this project, these fees are not included in the above fee proposal and these fees
will be invoiced back to the City of Augusta as additional expenses.
7. Maximum of two public meetings that could be considered extra services are included
in the base fee. Extra services for additional public meetings, or additional other non
specified services will be invoiced in accordance with attached hourly rate schedule.
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P08-015.rev2.doc
8. Architectural Services are not included in this Scope of Work or Fees.
Tentative Schedule:
Note: Because of the public participation and the approval process this project will take on a
project life of its own. A proposed schedule was included with the RFQ response. As the project
moves into the Planning Phase, the schedule will be refined.
Terms and Conditions:
Invoices will be rendered monthly based on hourly utilization or percentage completed in
accordance with the fees outlined for this Scope of Work. Payments are due within thirty days of
the date of the invoice. Invoices not paid within forty-five days of date rendered will be assessed
a finance charge of one percent per month, or fraction thereof, for every month past due.
Invoices not paid within sixty days will result in Jon Guerry Taylor & Associates, Inc. stopping
work until such invoices are paid in full.
Jon Guerry Taylor & Associates, Inc. will commence work upon receipt of the signed and dated
proposal by the Owner. The engineering services shall be completed within the allotted time
outlined in this Scope of Work with adjustments made to the schedule based upon changes or
directions from the Owner. The Owner and Jon Guerry Taylor & Associates, Inc. shall mutually
agree to any changes to the Scope of Work or schedule in writing prior to implementation. Jon
Guerry Taylor & Associates, Inc. will perform the work in a timely manner but will not be held
responsible for delays that occur from factors beyond their control or that could not have been
reasonably foreseen at the time this Proposal was executed.
Limits of Liability:
The Owner and Jon Guerry Taylor & Associates, Inc. mutually agree that the services provided
pursuant to this Proposal involve risk of liability, which cannot be adequately compensated for
by payments the Owner makes under this Proposal. Therefore the total cumulative liability of
Jon Guerry Taylor & Associates, Inc., it’s agent(s) and employee(s) including negligence
(whether sole or concurrent) and strict liability, or otherwise arise out of, connected with or
resulting from services provided pursuant to this Proposal shall not exceed the total fees paid by
the Owner.
Should you have any questions or comments once you have reviewed the above Scope of
Services please feel free to give us a call at (843) 884-6415.
Sincerely,
JON GUERRY TAYLOR & ASSOCIATES, INC.
Christopher Moore, P.E.
President/Principal Engineer
CC: Guerry Taylor, JGT
Craig Pawlyk, JGT
Attachment number 2
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Hourly Rates 2008
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
Hourly Rate Schedule
(2008)
Engineering:
Project Manager (P.E.) ....................................................................................$150.00/Hour
Senior Civil Engineer (P.E.)............................................................................$115.00/Hour
Civil Engineer (P.E.) .......................................................................................$105.00/Hour
Dredging Engineer (P.E.)
Marine Engineer (P.E.)
Structural Engineer (P.E.)
Civil Engineering Graduate (E.I.T.)..................................................................$95.00/Hour
Engineering Designer........................................................................................$85.00/Hour
CAD Technician................................................................................................$70.00/Hour
Construction Inspector ......................................................................................$75.00/Hour
Landscape Architect / Planner:
Project Manager (A.S.L.A) .............................................................................$115.00/Hour
Senior Land Planner / Landscape Architect (A.S.L.A.)..................................$115.00/Hour
Permitting / Environmental Specialist.............................................................$105.00/Hour
Land Planner......................................................................................................$95.00/Hour
Legal:
Legal Expert Testimony (Guerry Taylor, P.E.)...............................................$250.00/Hour
Registered Professional – Legal......................................................................$150.00/Hour
Administrative:
Technical Word Processing...............................................................................$45.00/Hour
Reimbursable:
Mileage.................................................................................................................$0.40 Mile
Note: Invoices will be rendered monthly with payment expected within 30 days. Invoices unpaid after
45 days will accrue interest at 12% annual rate.
Attachment number 2
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Item # 6
Public Service Committee Meeting
6/9/2008 12:30 PM
The Boathouse Community Center Roof Project
Department:Tom F. Beck, Director, Recreation and Parks Department
Caption:Motion to approve the award of Bid Item #08-105, re-roofing
of The Boathouse Community Center to Crossroofing
Company in the amount of $37,180.68.
Background:Funds were appropriated for building improvements to The
Boathouse as part of the SPLOST Phase V approved
projects.
Analysis:A total of eight (8) vendors participated in a mandatory pre-
bid conference on this project. A total of five (5) bids were
received with the low bidder being Crossroofing. (See
Attached).
Financial Impact:Funds have been budgeted and are in place to complete the
improvements for The Boathouse as identified.
Alternatives:1. To Approve. 2. Move No Action thus delaying the needed
improvements to The Boathouse Community Center.
Recommendation:1. To Approve.
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
325061110 - 206065003
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Finance.
Cover Memo
Item # 7
Administrator.
Clerk of Commission
Cover Memo
Item # 7
Bid #08-105
Re-Roofing of the Boathouse Community Center
Recreation and Parks Department
Bid Opening Date: Tuesday, April 29, 2008 @3:00 p.m.
Vendors Total Bid Price Addendum 1 Bid Bond
RE Shearer Construction
Evans, Georgia 30809
Ammar Construction
Evans, Georgia 30809
Crossroofing Co.
College Park, Georgia 30349
$37,180.68 X X
I&E Specialties
Lexington, South Carolina 29072
$94,348.00 X X
Two State Inc.
Thomson, Georgia 30824
$129, 547.00 X X
Ball’s Enterprises
Augusta, Georgia 30904
$96,000.00 X X
Applegraph Construction
Augusta, Georgia 30904
$139,000.00 X X
Midwest Maintenance
Augusta, Georgia 30909
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Item # 7
From: Crossalvin@aol.com
Sent: Thursday, May 08, 2008 10:09 AM
To: Ronald Houck
Subject: Re: Bid Item 08-105
Mr. Houck,
Cross Roofing and Home Repairs, Inc.has reviewed all plans and specifications for the Augusta Boathouse
project. We have a full understanding of the job, and we are committed to provide the services as requested
per our bid price.
Please let me know if you have any additional questions in regards to this project.
Thank you!
Sincerely,
Alvin Cross, Jr. (770) 774-9994
Cross Roofing and Home Repairs, Inc.
In a message dated 5/8/2008 8:52:40 A.M. Eastern Daylight Time, rhouck@augustaga.gov writes:
Email would be fine.Thanks
From: Crossalvin@aol.com [mailto:Crossalvin@aol.com]
Sent: Thursday, May 08, 2008 8:37 AM
To: Ronald Houck
Subject: Re: Bid Item 08-105
Mr. Houck,
Please let me know if you need a letter on our letterhead or if
an email will work regarding the info. that you need. Thanks
so much!
Sandra (770) 774-9994
Cross Roofing, Inc.
In a message dated 5/6/2008 11:30:22 A.M. Eastern Daylight Time, rhouck@augustaga.gov writes:
Alvin:
We are ready to proceed with recommending your firm to do the work specified for
the roof at the Boathouse Community Center here in Augusta.
I do need one more document. I would like a letter stating that your firm has reviewed
all plans and specifications and have full understanding of the job, and feel that you
are able to provide the services as requested for your bid price.
One I have received that, we will take to our Commission for approval.
Thank you and if you have any questions please let me know.
I appreciate your patience and your information you have already provided especially
to our architects.
Ronald L. Houck, CPRPRonald L. Houck, CPRPRonald L. Houck, CPRPRonald L. Houck, CPRP Planning and Development ManagerPlanning and Development ManagerPlanning and Development ManagerPlanning and Development Manager Augusta Recreation and Parks DepartmentAugusta Recreation and Parks DepartmentAugusta Recreation and Parks DepartmentAugusta Recreation and Parks Department
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Item # 7
Public Service Committee Meeting
6/9/2008 12:30 PM
Transit Grant Application
Department:Augusta Public Transit
Caption:Motion to approve Augusta Public Transit’s grant application
to the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) for
capital funds.
Background:This is an annual application for 10% matching state funds in
conjunction with our Federal transit grant.
Analysis:This grant will provide a 10% grant match of $118,658.00
for Augusta Public Transit’s budget.
Financial Impact:(Proposed) Federal grant request $1,186,580; State grant
request $118,658; Local Match $118,658. If you do not
approve this grant, we will lose the money. This money will
be used to help fund the purchase of vehicles, preventive and
capital maintenance, and other expenses.
Alternatives:Do not approve submission of the grant thereby requiring the
local government to pay the $1,186,580.00 requested in the
grant.
Recommendation:Approve APT’s submission of the grant request.
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
Transit Budget, individual accounts will be determined at a
later date.
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Cover Memo
Item # 8
Finance.
Administrator.
Clerk of Commission
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Item # 8
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Public Service Committee Meeting
6/9/2008 12:30 PM
Walton Options
Department:
Caption:Consider a request from Ms. Judith Rader of Able
Disable for the use of three (3) ADA vans for the ADA
Movement Celebration July 25, 2008.
Background:
Analysis:
Financial Impact:
Alternatives:
Recommendation:
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Clerk of Commission
Cover Memo
Item # 9
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