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Public Service Committee Meeting Commission Chamber- 10/24/2011- 12:45 PM
PUBLIC SERVICES
1. Motion to approve the authorization of 2012 Augusta CVB
tourism grant application from Recreation, Parks and Facilities.
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2. Approve the AirMed, Inc. Storage and Office Lease as approved
by the Augusta Aviation Commission at their September 29,
2011 Meeting.
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3. An Ordinance to amend the Augusta, GA Code, Title Four, by
adding a new article to be designated Article 7 and new sections
to be designated Sections 4-2-77 through 4-2-95; to repeal
Augusta, GA Code Title Four, Section 4-2-1; to restrict smoking
and the use of E-Cigarettes in public places and in places of
public accommodation; to repeal all Code sections and
Ordinances and parts of Code Sections and Ordinances in
conflict herewith; to provide an effective date and for other
purposes.
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4. Motion to approve Professional Services Agreement for Phase II
design and engineering of the New Butler Creek Trailhead Park
to W. K. Dickson & Co., Inc. for $33,700.00.
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5. Motion to approve a Resolution authorizing the filing of
applications for Augusta Public Transit between the Federal
Transit Administration (FTA) and Augusta, Georgia.
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6. Approve the sublease between Morris Communications, LLC
and Blanchard & Calhoun Blue Sky II, LLC as approved by the
Augusta Aviation Commission at their July 28, 2011 Meeting.
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7. Motion to approve naming the recreation building at Hickman
Park to the Patricia Rigsby Daniel Recreation Center at Hickman
Park.
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8. Approve the proposal with Weinberger's in the amount of Attachments
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$52,727.04 for the New Terminal Project Furniture at Daniel
Field Airport.
9. Approve the sublease between Morris Communications,
LLC and Austin Aviation, LLC as approved by the Aviation
Commission at their September 29, 2011 meeting.
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Public Service Committee Meeting
10/24/2011 12:45 PM
2012 Tourism Grant
Department:Recreation, Parks and Facilities Department
Caption:Motion to approve the authorization of 2012 Augusta CVB
tourism grant application from Recreation, Parks and Facilities.
Background:The Recreation, Parks and Facilities Department has been
awarded tourism grants from Augusta CVB for the past 9 years.
The grant application is for Newman Tennis Center which
generates a large amount of economic impact annually.
Analysis:The grants are 100% with no match required.
Financial Impact:The grant will be used to promote tennis events to come to
Augusta and will be cost neutral with expenses not exceeding
grant revenues.
Alternatives:None
Recommendation:To approve.
Funds are Available
in the Following
Accounts:
Grant
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Finance.
Law.
Administrator.
Clerk of Commission
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Public Service Committee Meeting
10/24/2011 12:45 PM
Airmed, Inc Aircraft Storage and Office Lease
Department:Augusta Regional Airport
Caption:Approve the AirMed, Inc. Storage and Office Lease as approved
by the Augusta Aviation Commission at their September 29, 2011
Meeting.
Background:AirMed, Inc is a commercially operated medical flight business
that operates 24/7 with emergeny resposnses to medical
emergineces, accidents, and patient transfers. They are currently
based out of Thomson - McDuffie County Airport and a helipad
across from Doctors Hospital and would like to consolidate their
operations to one location. AirMed has requested to lease a 2,113
sq ft office space in Hanger One along with an 8,850 sq ft aircraft
storage space.
Analysis:The terms of the lease is for five years beginning october 1, 2011
through September 30, 2016.
Financial Impact:AirMed will purchase fuel at cost plus $0.90 per gallon, with the
lease at $4,928.54.
Alternatives:Deny request.
Recommendation:Approve request for AirMed, Inc regarding Aircraft Storage and
Office Lease Spaces.
Funds are Available
in the Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Finance.
Law.
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Clerk of Commission
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Public Service Committee Meeting
10/24/2011 12:45 PM
An Ordinance to amend the Augusta, GA Code to restrict smoking and the use of E-Cigarettes in public
places and for other purposes
Department:Administrator
Caption:An Ordinance to amend the Augusta, GA Code, Title Four, by
adding a new article to be designated Article 7 and new sections to
be designated Sections 4-2-77 through 4-2-95; to repeal Augusta,
GA Code Title Four, Section 4-2-1; to restrict smoking and the
use of E-Cigarettes in public places and in places of public
accommodation; to repeal all Code sections and Ordinances and
parts of Code Sections and Ordinances in conflict herewith; to
provide an effective date and for other purposes.
Background:On August 2, 2011, the Commission tasked the Administrator and
Law Department to Develop a Comprehensive No Smoking
Ordinance for Richmond County and to Schedule public hearings
to receive public input on the proposed ordinance. On October 13,
2011 and October 17, 2011 public hearings were held regarding
the proposed ordinance. Thirteen persons spoke at the October 13
hearing and twenty-four persons spoke at the October 17, 2011
hearing. A petition of 416 signatures was provided in support of a
no smoking ordinance.
Analysis:Those in support of the No Smoking Ordinance expressed
numerous concerns, including: Adverse health effects of second-
hand smoke, to include cancer, respiratory illness, heart disease,
eye problems, etc. Increased health care costs from smoke related
illnesses. Littering of streets by cigarette butts. Harm to minors
from exposure to second-hand smoke in automobiles. Employees
not complaining about smoking at the work-place due to fear of
losing their job. Those in opposition of the No Smoking
Ordinance expressed numerous concerns as well, including:
Financial impact to bars and restaurants that currently allow
smoking. Impact of smoking restrictions on freedom of expression
rights. Impact of smoking restrictions on free market. Belief that
adverse health effects of smoking and second-hand smoke is
exaggerated. Belief that E-cigarettes do not poses the same
adverse effects as regular cigarettes. Ventilation equipment may
be capable of “filtering” smoke. Cover Memo
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Financial Impact:N/A.
Alternatives:Decline to approve Smoke Free Ordinance at this time.
Recommendation:Approve.
Funds are Available
in the Following
Accounts:
N/A.
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Administrator
Clerk of Commission
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ORDINANCE NO. ___________
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE AUGUSTA, GA CODE, TITLE FOUR,
BY ADDING A NEW ARTICLE TO BE DESIGNATED ARTICLE 7 AND
NEW SECTIONS TO BE DESIGNATED SECTIONS 4-2-77 THROUGH 4-
2-95; TO REPEAL AUGUSTA, GA CODE TITLE FOUR, SECTION 4-2-1;
TO RESTRICT SMOKING AND THE USE OF E-CIGARETTES IN
PUBLIC PLACES AND IN PLACES OF PUBLIC ACCOMMODATION;
TO REPEAL ALL CODE SECTIONS AND ORDINANCES AND PARTS
OF CODE SECTIONS AND ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HEREWITH;
TO PROVIDE AN EFFECTIVE DATE AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
WHEREAS, the National Institute of Health’s National Cancer Institute (the
“NCI”) has determined sixty-nine chemicals that cause cancer are found in
secondhand smoke; that tobacco smoke is a major contributor to indoor air
pollution; that secondhand smoke causes lung cancer in non-smokers; and that
secondhand smoke has also been associated with heart disease in adults, sinus
cancer, breast cancer in pre-menopausal women, low birth-weight babies, Sudden
Infant Death Syndrome, infections, and asthma attacks in both children and adults.
[“Americans for Nonsmokers’ Rights” (“ANR”); The Health Consequences of
Exposure to Tobacco Smoke: Report of the Surgeon General…National Center for
Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, Office on Smoking and Health,
2006]; and
WHEREAS, scientific evidence has firmly established there is no safe level of
exposure to second-hand tobacco smoke, a pollutant that causes serious illnesses in
children and adults, and has also established the only effective way to protect the
population from the harmful effects of second-hand smoke is to establish one
hundred percent (100%) smoke-free environments [World Health Organization,
“Protection from exposure to second-hand smoke: policy recommendations,”
WHO, 2007]; and
WHEREAS, during periods of active smoking in outdoor cafes and restaurants,
outdoor tobacco smoke levels rivaled indoor tobacco smoke concentrations. In a
study done in outdoor restaurants and bars in Athens, Georgia, it was found that
nonsmokers who spent six hours in outdoor smoking sections experienced a
significant increase in levels of cotinine (metabolized nicotine) when compared to
the cotinine levels in smoke-free outdoor areas. [ANR, citing Hall, J. C. et al,
“Assessment of exposure to secondhand smoke at outdoor bars and family
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restaurants in Athens, Georgia, using salivary cotinine.“ Journal of Occupational
and Environmental Hygiene 6(11): 698-704, Nov. 2009]; and,
WHEREAS, the Official Code of Georgia Annotated (“O.C.G.A.”) Title 31,
Health, Chapter 12A, SMOKEFREE AIR, Section 31-12A-12, gives
municipalities the authority to pass more restrictive, smoke-free ordinances than
state law, as follows:
This chapter shall be cumulative to and shall not prohibit the
enactment of any other general or local laws, rules, and regulations of
state or local governing authorities or local ordinances prohibiting
smoking which are more restrictive than this chapter or are not in
direct conflict with this chapter.
WHEREAS, in Horne v. the City of Cordele, 254 Ga. 346, 348-49, 329 S.E.2d
134 (1985), the Georgia Supreme Court stated:
…a municipal corporation can not by ordinance provide for the
punishment of an act which constitutes a criminal offense under the
general law of the state, in the absence of express legislative authority
conferring this power upon the municipality. Moran v. Atlanta, 102
Ga. 840, 30 S. E. 298 (1898)….The legislature can not delegate to a
municipality the authority to punish in a municipal court a state
offense as such. However, it may authorize the punishment of an act
as a city offense that would also be a State offense, provided the terms
of the act conferring the authority are clear and unequivocal and
manifest a legislative intent to confer authority for the punishment of
such act. [Cits. Omitted].
WHEREAS, O.C.G.A. § 16-12-2(a) legislates that if a person smokes tobacco “in
violation of Chapter 12A of Title 31,” such person “shall be guilty of a
misdemeanor and, if convicted, shall be punished by a fine of not less than $100.00
nor more than $500.00.”
Further, O.C.G.A. § 16-12-2(b), mirrors O.C.G.A. § 31-12A-12, stating:
This Code section shall be cumulative to and shall not prohibit the
enactment of any other general and local laws, rules and regulations of
state or local agencies, and local ordinances prohibiting smoking
which are more restrictive than this Code section.
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WHEREAS, pursuant to the above statutes, the General Assembly has given local
governments the authority to pass ordinances prohibiting smoking tobacco in
public places and the authority to enforce the ordinances in the courts; and
WHEREAS, several cities in Georgia, including Savannah, Athens-Clarke
County, Decatur and Atlanta, have passed ordinances to declare their cities and
local governments to be “Smoke-Free”; and
WHEREAS, all citizens of Augusta, Georgia and its visitors are entitled to breathe
chemical-free air that has not been polluted by secondhand smoke.
THE AUGUSTA, GEORGIA COMMISSION ordains as follows:
SECTION 1. AUGUSTA, GA CODE, Title 4, Section 4-2-1 as set forth in the
AUGUSTA, GA CODE, re-adopted July 10, 2007, is hereby amended by striking this
section in its entirety as set forth in “Exhibit A” hereto. Section 4-2-1 shall be
reserved.
SECTION 2. AUGUSTA, GA CODE, Title 4, is hereby amended to add new article
to be designated Article 7 and new sections to be designated Sections 4-2-77
through 4-2-95 as set forth in “Exhibit B” hereto.
SECTION 3. This ordinance shall be effective thirty (30) days from and after the
date of its adoption in accordance with applicable laws.
SECTION 4. All ordinances, parts of ordinances, policies, and procedures
concerning events held on public property in conflict herewith are hereby repealed.
Adopted this _____ day of__________, 2011.
___________________________
David S. Copenhaver
As its Mayor
Attest:
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Lena J. Bonner, Clerk of Commission
Seal:
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CERTIFICATION
The undersigned Clerk of Commission, Lena J. Bonner, hereby certifies that
the foregoing Ordinance was duly adopted by the Augusta, Georgia Commission
on_________________, 2011 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: ______________________
First Reading ______________________
Second Reading ______________________
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Exhibit A
STRIKE:
Sec. 4-2-1. Smoking prohibited in Augusta-Richmond County buildings.
(a) Definitions. For purposes of this section, the following definitions shall apply:
(1) Public building. Any enclosed building, structure or indoor facility
owned, operated, leased or managed by Augusta-Richmond County which is
used by or open to the public, including without limitation, public
transportation, enclosed areas occupied by Augusta-Richmond County staff,
open office areas, shared offices, private offices, hallways, restrooms,
escalators, elevators, stairways, lobbies, reception and waiting rooms,
classrooms, meeting or conference rooms and auditoriums, on-site
cafeterias, lunchrooms, lounges and any facility, school or educational
institution being used by Augusta-Richmond County for the purpose of
providing classroom instruction.
(2) Smoking. Inhaling, exhaling, burning or carrying any lighted cigar,
cigarette, pipe, weed, plant or other combustible substance in any manner or
in any form.
(b) No person shall smoke in any public building as defined in this section.
(c) Nothing in this section shall be deemed, interpreted, or construed to permit
smoking in any public place or area where smoking is prohibited or restricted by
other applicable law.
(d) No Smoking signs with letters of not less than one (1) inch in height shall be
conspicuously posted in every building, structure or facility where smoking is
prohibited by this section by the operator, manager or other person having control
of such building, structure, facility or other place.
(e) If any provision of this section or the application thereof to any person or
circumstances are held to be invalid, such invalidity shall not affect other
provisions or applications of this section which can be given effect without the
invalid provisions or application, and to this end, the provisions of this ordinance
are severable.
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(f) Any person or persons failing to comply with the lawful provisions hereof or
doing any act prohibited hereby or failing to do any act mandated hereby shall be
guilty of an offense, and upon trial as a misdemeanor and conviction shall be
subject to the penalties provided by section 1-6-1.
REPLACE WITH:
Sec. 4-2-1. Reserved.
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Exhibit B
ADD NEW:
ARTICLE 7. Smoking prohibitions in public places
and places of employment.
Sec. 4-2-77. Purpose of Smoking Ordinance.
The purposes of this ordinance are (1) to protect the public health and welfare by
prohibiting smoking in public places and places of employment; and (2) to
guarantee the right of nonsmokers to breathe smokefree air, and to recognize that
the need to breathe smokefree air shall have priority over the desire to smoke.
Sec. 4-2-78. Definitions.
The following words and phrases, whenever used in this Article, shall be construed
as defined in this Section:
A. “Bar” means an establishment that is devoted to the serving of alcoholic
beverages for consumption by guests on the premises and in which the
serving of food is only incidental to the consumption of those beverages,
including but not limited to, taverns, nightclubs, cocktail lounges, and
cabarets.
B. “Business” means a sole proprietorship, partnership, joint venture,
corporation, or other business entity, either for-profit or not-for-profit,
including retail establishments where goods or services are sold;
professional corporations and other entities where legal, medical, dental,
engineering, architectural, or other professional services are delivered; and
private clubs.
C. “E-cigarette” means any electronic oral device, such as one composed of a
heating element, battery, and/or electronic circuit, which provides a vapor of
nicotine or any other substances, and the use or inhalation of which
simulates smoking. The term shall include any such device, whether
manufactured, distributed, marketed, or sold as an e-cigarette, e-cigar, e-
pipe, or under any other product name or descriptor.
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D. “Employee” means a person who is employed by an employer in
consideration for direct or indirect monetary wages or profit, and a person
who volunteers his or her services for a non-profit entity.
E. “Employer” means a person, business, partnership, association, corporation,
including a municipal corporation, trust, or non-profit entity that employs
the services of one or more individual persons.
F. “Enclosed Area” means all space between a floor and a ceiling that is
bounded on at least two sides by walls, doorways, or windows, whether open
or closed. A wall includes any retractable divider, garage door, or other
physical barrier, whether temporary or permanent and whether or not
containing openings of any kind.
G. “Health Care Facility” means an office or institution providing care or
treatment of diseases, whether physical, mental, or emotional, or other
medical, physiological, or psychological conditions, including but not
limited to, hospitals, rehabilitation hospitals or other clinics, including
weight control clinics, nursing homes, long-term care facilities, homes for
the aging or chronically ill, laboratories, and offices of surgeons,
chiropractors, physical therapists, physicians, psychiatrists, dentists, and all
specialists within these professions. This definition shall include all waiting
rooms, hallways, private rooms, semiprivate rooms, and wards within health
care facilities.
H. “Place of Employment” means an area under the control of a public or
private employer, including, but not limited to, work areas, private offices,
employee lounges, restrooms, conference rooms, meeting rooms,
classrooms, employee cafeterias, hallways, construction sites, temporary
offices, and vehicles. A private residence is not a “place of employment”
unless it is used as a child care, adult day care, or health care facility.
I. “Playground” means any park or recreational area designed in part to be
used by children that has play or sports equipment installed or that has been
designated or landscaped for play or sports activities, or any similar facility
located on public or private school grounds or on Augusta, Georgia owned
grounds.
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J. “Private Club” means an organization, whether incorporated or not, which is
the owner, lessee, or occupant of a building or portion thereof used
exclusively for club purposes at all times, which is operated solely for a
recreational, fraternal, social, patriotic, political, benevolent, or athletic
purpose, but not for pecuniary gain, and which only sells alcoholic
beverages incidental to its operation. The affairs and management of the
organization are conducted by a board of directors, executive committee, or
similar body chosen by the members at an annual meeting. The organization
has established bylaws and/or a constitution to govern its activities. The
organization has been granted an exemption from the payment of federal
income tax as a club under 26 U.S.C. Section 501.
K. “Public building” Any enclosed building, structure or indoor facility owned,
operated, leased or managed by Augusta, Georgia which is used by or open
to the public, including without limitation, public transportation, enclosed
areas occupied by Augusta, Georgia staff, open office areas, shared offices,
private offices, hallways, restrooms, escalators, elevators, stairways, lobbies,
reception and waiting rooms, classrooms, meeting or conference rooms and
auditoriums, on-site cafeterias, lunchrooms and lounges.
L. “Public Place” means an area to which the public is invited or in which the
public is permitted, including but not limited to, all public buildings, banks,
bars, educational facilities, gaming facilities, health care facilities, hotels and
motels, laundromats, public transportation vehicles and facilities, reception
areas, restaurants, retail food production and marketing establishments, retail
service establishments, retail stores, shopping malls, sports arenas, theaters,
and waiting rooms. A private residence is not a “public place” unless it is
used as a child care, adult day care, or health care facility.
M. “Restaurant” means an eating establishment, including but not limited to,
coffee shops, cafeterias, sandwich stands, and private and public school
cafeterias, which gives or offers for sale food to the public, guests, or
employees, as well as kitchens and catering facilities in which food is
prepared on the premises for serving elsewhere. The term “restaurant” shall
include a bar area within the restaurant.
N. “Service Line” means an indoor or outdoor line in which one (1) or more
persons are waiting for or receiving service of any kind, whether or not the
service involves the exchange of money, including but not limited to, ATM
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lines, concert lines, food vendor lines, movie ticket lines, and sporting event
lines.
O. “Shopping Mall” means an enclosed public walkway or hall area that serves
to connect retail or professional establishments.
P. “Smoking” means inhaling, exhaling, burning, or carrying any lighted or
heated cigar, cigarette, or pipe, or any other lighted or heated tobacco or
plant product intended for inhalation, in any manner or in any form.
“Smoking” also includes the use of an e-cigarette which creates a vapor, in
any manner or in any form, or the use of any oral smoking device for the
purpose of circumventing the prohibition of smoking in this Article.
Q. “Sports Arena” means a place where people assemble to engage in physical
exercise, participate in athletic competition, or witness sports or other
events, including sports pavilions, stadiums, gymnasiums, health spas,
boxing arenas, swimming pools, roller and ice rinks, and bowling alleys.
Sec. 4-2-79. Application of Article to Augusta, Georgia Owned Public
Buildings, Facilities and Property.
All parks, recreation centers, public buildings, enclosed areas, including vehicles
owned, leased, or operated by Augusta, Georgia, as well as all outdoor property
adjacent to such buildings and under the control of Augusta, Georgia, shall be
subject to the provisions of this Article.
Sec. 4-2-80. Prohibition of Smoking in Enclosed Public Buildings and Public
Places.
Smoking shall be prohibited in all parks, recreation centers, public buildings and
enclosed public places within Augusta, Georgia, including but not limited to, the
following places:
A. Aquariums, galleries, libraries, and museums.
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B. Areas available to the general public in businesses and non-profit entities
patronized by the public, including but not limited to, banks, laundromats,
professional offices, and retail service establishments.
C. Bars.
D. Bingo facilities.
E. Child care and adult day care facilities.
F. Convention facilities.
G. Educational facilities, both public and private.
H. Elevators.
I. Gaming facilities.
J. Health care facilities.
K. Hotels and motels.
L. Lobbies, hallways, and other common areas in apartment buildings,
condominiums, trailer parks, retirement facilities, nursing homes, and other
multiple-unit residential facilities.
M. Polling places.
N. Public transportation vehicles, including buses and taxicabs, owned by or
under the authority of Augusta, Georgia, and ticket, boarding, and waiting
areas of public transportation facilities, including bus, train, and airport
facilities.
O. Restaurants.
P. Restrooms, lobbies, reception areas, hallways, and other common-use areas.
Q. Retail stores.
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R. Rooms, chambers, places of meeting or public assembly, under the control
of an agency, board, commission, committee or council of Augusta, Georgia,
to the extent the place is subject to the jurisdiction of Augusta, Georgia.
S. Service lines.
T. Shopping malls.
U. Sports arenas, including enclosed places in outdoor arenas.
V. Theaters and other facilities primarily used for exhibiting motion pictures,
stage dramas, lectures, musical recitals, or other similar performances.
W. Parks and recreation centers.
Sec. 4-2-81. Prohibition of Smoking in Enclosed Places of Employment.
A. Smoking shall be prohibited in all enclosed areas of places of employment
without exception. This includes, without limitation, common work areas,
auditoriums, classrooms, conference and meeting rooms, private offices,
elevators, hallways, medical facilities, cafeterias, employee lounges, stairs,
restrooms, vehicles, and all other enclosed facilities.
B. This prohibition on smoking shall be communicated to all existing
employees by the effective date of this Article and to all prospective
employees upon their application for employment.
Sec. 4-2-82. Prohibition of Smoking in Private Clubs.
Smoking shall be prohibited in all private clubs.
Sec. 4-2-83. Prohibition of Smoking in Enclosed Residential Facilities.
Smoking shall be prohibited in the following enclosed residential facilities:
A. All private and semi-private rooms in nursing homes.
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B. All hotel and motel rooms that are rented to guests.
Sec. 4-2-84. Prohibition of Smoking in Outdoor Public Places.
Smoking shall be prohibited in the following outdoor places:
A. Within a reasonable distance of not less than 20 feet outside entrances,
operable windows, and ventilation systems of enclosed areas where smoking
is prohibited, so as to prevent tobacco smoke from entering those areas.
B. On all outdoor property that is adjacent to buildings owned, leased, or
operated by Augusta, Georgia and that is under the control of Augusta,
Georgia.
C. In, and within 20 feet of, outdoor seating or serving areas of restaurants and
bars.
D. In all parks and recreation centers, outdoor arenas, stadiums, and
amphitheaters. Smoking shall also be prohibited in, and within 20 feet of,
bleachers and grandstands for use by spectators at sporting and other public
events.
E. In, and within 20 feet of, all outdoor playgrounds.
F. In, and within 20 feet of, all outdoor public transportation stations,
platforms, and shelters under the authority of Augusta, Georgia.
G. In all outdoor service lines, including lines in which service is obtained by
persons in vehicles, such as service that is provided by bank tellers, parking
lot attendants, and toll takers. In lines in which service is obtained by
persons in vehicles, smoking is prohibited by both pedestrians and persons
in vehicles, but only within 20 feet of the point of service.
H. In outdoor common areas of apartment buildings, condominiums, trailer
parks, retirement facilities, nursing homes, and other multiple-unit
residential facilities, except in designated smoking areas, not to exceed
twenty-five percent (25%) of the total outdoor common area, which must be
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located at least 20 feet outside entrances, operable windows, and ventilation
systems of enclosed areas where smoking is prohibited.
Sec. 4-2-85. Prohibition of Smoking in Outdoor Places of Employment.
A. Smoking shall be prohibited in all outdoor places of employment where two
or more employees are required to be in the course of their employment.
This includes, without limitation, work areas, construction sites, temporary
offices such as trailers, restroom facilities, and vehicles.
B. This prohibition on smoking shall be communicated to all existing
employees by the effective date of this Article and to all prospective
employees upon their application for employment.
Sec. 4-2-86. Where Smoking Not Regulated.
Notwithstanding any other provision of this Article to the contrary, smoking shall
not be prohibited in private residences, unless used as a childcare, adult day care,
or health care facility.
Sec. 4-2-87. Declaration of Establishment or Outdoor Area as Nonsmoking.
Notwithstanding any other provision of this Article, an owner, operator, manager,
or other person in control of an establishment, facility, or outdoor area may declare
that entire establishment, facility, or outdoor area as a nonsmoking place. Smoking
shall be prohibited in any place in which a sign conforming to the requirements of
Section 4-2-88(A) is posted.
Sec. 4-2-88. Posting of Signs and Removal of Ashtrays.
The owner, operator, manager, or other person in control of a public place or place
of employment where smoking is prohibited by this Article shall:
A. Clearly and conspicuously post “No Smoking” signs or the international “No
Smoking” symbol (consisting of a pictorial representation of a burning
cigarette enclosed in a red circle with a red bar across it) in that place.
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B. Clearly and conspicuously post at every entrance to that place a sign stating
that smoking is prohibited.
C. Clearly and conspicuously post on every vehicle that constitutes a place of
employment under this Article at least one sign, visible from the exterior of
the vehicle, stating that smoking is prohibited.
D. Remove all ashtrays from any area where smoking is prohibited by this
Article, except for ashtrays displayed for sale and not for use on the
premises.
Sec. 4-2-89. Nonretaliation; Nonwaiver of Rights.
A. No person or employer shall discharge, refuse to hire, or in any manner
retaliate against an employee, applicant for employment, customer, or
resident of a multiple-unit residential facility because that employee,
applicant, customer, or resident exercises any rights afforded by this Article
or reports or attempts to prosecute a violation of this Article.
Notwithstanding Section 4-2-91, violation of this Subsection shall be a
misdemeanor, and upon conviction shall be subject to the penalties provided
by section 1-6-1 for each violation.
B. An employee who works in a setting where an employer allows smoking
does not waive or otherwise surrender any legal rights the employee may
have against the employer or any other party.
Sec. 4-2-90. Enforcement.
A. This Article shall be enforced by the Augusta, Georgia Administrator or an
authorized designee or any law enforcement officer of the Office of the
Sheriff.
B. Notice of the provisions of this Article shall be given to all applicants for a
business license in Augusta, Georgia.
C. Any citizen who desires to register a complaint under this Article may
initiate enforcement with the Augusta, Georgia Administrator or an
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authorized designee or any law enforcement officer of the Office of the
Sheriff.
D. The Health Department, Fire Department, or their designees shall, while an
establishment is undergoing otherwise mandated inspections, inspect for
compliance with this Article.
E. An owner, manager, operator, or employee of an area regulated by this
Article shall direct a person who is smoking in violation of this Article to
extinguish the product being smoked. If the person does not stop smoking,
the owner, manager, operator, or employee shall refuse service and shall
immediately ask the person to leave the premises. If the person in violation
refuses to leave the premises, the owner, manager, operator, or employee
shall contact a law enforcement agency.
F. Notwithstanding any other provision of this Article, an employee or private
citizen may bring legal action to enforce this Article.
G. In addition to the remedies provided by the provisions of this Section, the
Department of Health or the Augusta, Georgia Administrator or any person
aggrieved by the failure of the owner, operator, manager, or other person in
control of a public place or a place of employment to comply with the
provisions of this Article may apply for injunctive relief to enforce those
provisions in any court of competent jurisdiction.
Sec. 4-2-91. Violations and Penalties.
A. A person who smokes in an area where smoking is prohibited by the
provisions of this Article shall be guilty of an infraction, punishable by a
fine not exceeding fifty dollars ($50).
B. Except as otherwise provided in Section 4-2-89(A), a person who owns,
manages, operates, or otherwise controls a public place or place of
employment and who fails to comply with the provisions of this Article shall
be guilty of an infraction, punishable by:
1. A fine not exceeding one hundred dollars ($100) for a first violation.
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2. A fine not exceeding two hundred dollars ($200) for a second
violation within one (1) year.
3. A fine not exceeding five hundred dollars ($500) for each additional
violation within one (1) year.
C. In addition to the fines established by this Section, violation of this Article
by a person who owns, manages, operates, or otherwise controls a public
place or place of employment may result in the suspension or revocation of
any permit or license issued to the person for the premises on which the
violation occurred.
D. Violation of this Article is hereby declared to be a public nuisance, which
may be abated by the Augusta, Georgia Administrator by restraining order,
preliminary and permanent injunction, or other means provided for by law,
and Augusta, Georgia may take action to recover the costs of the nuisance
abatement, including attorney’s fees.
E. Each day on which a violation of this Article occurs shall be considered a
separate and distinct violation.
Sec. 4-2-91. Public Education.
Department of Health shall engage in a continuing program to explain and clarify
the purposes and requirements of this Article to citizens affected by it, and to guide
owners, operators, and managers in their compliance with it. The program may
include publication of a brochure for affected businesses and individuals
explaining the provisions of this ordinance.
Sec. 4-2-92. Governmental Agency Cooperation.
The Augusta, Georgia Administrator shall annually request other governmental
and educational agencies having facilities within Augusta, Georgia to establish
local operating procedures in cooperation and compliance with this Article. This
includes urging all Federal, State, Augusta, Georgia, and School District agencies
to update their existing smoking control regulations to be consistent with the
current health findings regarding secondhand smoke.
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Sec. 4-2-93. Other Applicable Laws.
This Article shall not be interpreted or construed to permit smoking where it is
otherwise restricted by other applicable laws.
Sec. 4-2-94. Liberal Construction.
This Article shall be liberally construed so as to further its purposes.
Sec. 4-2-95. Severability.
If any provision, clause, sentence, or paragraph of this Article or the application
thereof to any person or circumstances shall be held invalid, that invalidity shall
not affect the other provisions of this Article which can be given effect without the
invalid provision or application, and to this end the provisions of this Article are
declared to be severable.
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Public Service Committee Meeting
10/24/2011 12:45 PM
Butler Creek Trailhead Park
Department:Tom F. Beck, Director, Augusta Recreation, Parks and Facilities
Department
Caption:Motion to approve Professional Services Agreement for Phase II
design and engineering of the New Butler Creek Trailhead Park to
W. K. Dickson & Co., Inc. for $33,700.00.
Background:On August 17, 2010 the Augusta Commission approved W. K.
Dickson for Phase I design and engineering services for Butler
Creek Trailhead Park to cover preliminary design, mapping,
geotechnical evaluations and construction documents.
Analysis:Phase II design and engineering services will provide for
architectural services, hydraulic analysis’s, pedestrian bridge
design, final construction documents and well as construction
administration services.
Financial Impact:Funding has been secured for this project as part of the
Commission approved list of SPLOST VI projects for the
Department of Recreation, Parks and Facilities.
Alternatives:1. To approve a professional services agreement with W. K.
Dickson & Co., Inc. for $33,700. 2. Move no action thus delaying
the required completion of design and new park development.
Recommendation:1. To Approve
Funds are Available
in the Following
Accounts:
328061110 - 2100066601
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Law.
Administrator.
Clerk of Commission
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1450 Greene Street
Suite 225
Augusta, GA 30901
Tel. 706.722.3479
Fax 706.722.6773
www.wkdickson.com Transportation • Water Resources • Urban Development • Geomatics
October 4, 2011
Mr. Ron Houck, CPRP
Planning and Development Manager
Augusta Recreation and Parks Department
2027 Lumpkin Rd.
Augusta, GA 30906
RE: Amendment One for Additional Engineering Services for Butler Creek Trailhead Park
Augusta, Georgia
Dear Ron:
W.K. Dickson & Co., Inc. is pleased to submit this amendment for additional Engineering Services
for Butler Creek Trailhead Park. Once we developed the preliminary design for the park and
investigated the permitting requirements for the proposed pedestrian bridge crossing Butler Creek,
we were able to clearly define the additional services that are outlined below. Knowing that the
bridge would have a major impact to the project budget, this amendment also includes the final
design for the picnic and restroom facilities along with the construction administration.
PROJECT UNDERSTANDING
Augusta-Richmond County (ARC) will develop a new 10-acre park in the Butler Creek Area on
Highway 56 in Augusta, to be named the Butler Creek Trailhead Park. W.K. Dickson (WKD) was
obtained by the County on August 17, 2010 to develop preliminary design plans for the layout of
the park which included a master plan, conceptual plans for the pedestrian bridge, picnic shelter
and restrooms, and investigation in the permitting of the proposed pedestrian bridge crossing
Butler Creek.
SCOPE OF SERVICES
The following provides a detailed outline of the Basic Scope of Services to be provided in this
Amendment for Butler Creek Park.
Task No. One: No-Rise Hydraulic Analysis at Butler Creek
In the Preliminary Design Phase, WKD coordinated with the Richmond County floodplain
administrator regarding local floodplain regulations and performed site visits to collect field data to
support hydraulic flood study. The FEMA duplicate effective HEC-2 model was also obtained from
FEMA to be used in the No-Rise Hydraulic Analysis.
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To complete the No-Rise Hydraulic Analysis and submit the proper forms to FEMA, WKD will
perform the following services:
o Recreate the FEMA duplicate effective model by manually inputting the FEMA provided
data into an electronic format. Initial efforts to obtain this information showed that the data
is not available in an electronic format. FEMA will provide this information in a hard copy
format that will require manual data input to recreate the model in an electronic format.
o Convert the HEC-2 model into HEC-RAS to facilitate no-rise evaluation.
o Create the existing (pre-project) conditions HEC-RAS model from the FEMA duplicate
effective HEC-RAS model.
o Create the proposed conditions HEC-RAS model by modifying the existing conditions HEC-
RAS model. This model will include the proposed footbridge decking and fill material
along with any grading needed to offset adverse impacts to 100-year flood elevations.
o Make recommendation to proposed conditions site plan and HEC-RAS model to meet no-
rise certificate requirements if needed. Develop the proposed footbridge design elevations
that result in a bridge that overtops to an acceptable frequency while achieving a no-rise
and goals for cost. This iterative process may include grading in the overbanks or channel
to help offset 100-year flood elevation increases while meeting environmental permitting
requirements. It is assumed that one alternative will be evaluated as agreed upon by the
ARC and WKD to assist in minimizing evaluating multiple alternatives. One version of the
project site plan will be used in this analysis. Additional versions of the site plan will be
considered an additional service.
o Respond and address comments from the County’s or FEMA’s regulatory review if
necessary.
o Prepare a short letter report summarizing the hydraulic modeling results (approximately 2-3
pages in length and will include hydraulic modeling appendices).
o If project meets hydraulic requirement of not raising the 100-year floodplain and floodway
elevations or increasing 100-year floodway widths, then WKD will submit No-Rise
Certificate and the supporting information to ARC for submittal to FEMA.
Task No. Two: Architectural Services for the Picnic Shelter/Restroom Shelter
WKD will secure architectural and structural engineering services from Virgo Gambill for a picnic
shelter and restrooms all combined in to one structure. The plans will include mechanical,
electrical, and plumbing for the building. WKD will prepare final documents for bidding to be
included in the Butler Creek Park bid package.
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Task No. Three: Butler Creek Pedestrian Bridge Design
WKD will secure structural engineering services for the design of a pre-engineered bridge with
abutments to cross Butler Creek. This bridge will connect the proposed parking area for the Park
to the recreational facilities. The following provides a detailed outline of the services to be
provided for this task:
o Foundations will be shallow foundations consisting of spread footings and strip footings. If
piles are required due to unfavorable soil conditions, WKD will submit a second proposal
for the new foundation system.
o The pedestrian bridge will be a pre-engineered steel bridge designed by others. We will
develop the required design loads and create a performance specification. The actual
bridge will be designed by others. During the shop drawing review phase, we will verify
bridge reaction corresponds to assumed/preliminary reactions used in the design of the
foundations.
o The elevated abutments and adjacent retaining walls are assumed to be cast-in-place
concrete.
o Means and methods of construction including temporary adjustments to the creek shall be
the responsibility of the contractor, including design of construction related elements.
Specifically, the scope of our structural engineering services includes the following:
Construction Documents
o Develop loading requirements and complete the gravity and lateral design of the abutment
structure.
o Complete construction documents, structural specifications, and details to support
structural design.
o The Structural Subconsultant will participate in local meetings via conference call as
requested and respond to Owner generated comments.
Construction Administration
o Review submittals and shop drawings.
o Provide phone consultation with the Contractor for clarification and questions.
o Site visits are not included but can be provided based on the per trip fee noted below.
o Assist Special Inspector in resolving design issues arising from construction issues.
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Task No. Four: Construction Bidding
Upon receiving the approvals from the regulatory agencies and ARC, WKD will proceed with the
Construction Bidding portion of the project consisting of the following tasks:
o Coordinate with ARC Procurement Department to advertise the project.
o Fax bid information to CITY
o Attend mandatory pre-bid meeting as a technical reference to ARC for the project.
o Prepare letter of recommendation for award of the contract.
o Attend the pre-construction meeting as a technical reference to ARC.
o Provide clarification related to the plans/specifications throughout design and construction.
Task No. Five: Construction Administration
Provide services during construction as follows:
o Review shop drawings submittals prepared by the Contractor and make recommendations
on conformance with documents.
o Attend Project meetings as scheduled (anticipating six (6) project meetings).
o Recommend design changes as field conflicts arise (site visits may be required).
o Review and approval of pay requests from the construction Contractor (line of
communication will be Construction Contractor to resident observer to CONSULTANT to
CITY).
o Provide clarification and specifications throughout construction.
o Revise/update plans and/or easement plats as changes occur that require submittal.
ADDITIONAL SERVICES
The following items are specifically excluded from the Basis Scope of Services. WK Dickson can
provide these services to ARC if provided with written authorization. Any additional services
provided by WKD to OWNER will be charged at WKD’s standard hourly rates.
o Excludes WKD from evaluating a scour analysis for the building piers and/or piers.
o Excludes WKD from meeting with USACE or GAEPD to coordinate additional non-FEMA
related wetland or stream corridor permitting requirements.
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o Excludes WKD from any additional permitting that could arise from impacts created by the
project.
o Excludes WKD from preparing a Conditional Letter of Map Revision (CLOMR) should a no-
rise not be attainable.
o Site visits are not included for the Architectural and Structural Subconsultants during the
Construction Phase but can be provided based on the per trip fee.
BASIS OF COMPENSATION
(Lump Sum Fee)
1. Basic Services: ARC shall pay WKD for the services set forth in Attachment A, Scope of
Services, a Lump Sum Fee of thirty three thousand and seven hundred dollars ($33,700.00)
outlined as follows:
o Task One - No Rise Hydraulic Analysis & Letter Report $ 8,500.00
o Task Two - Architectural Services for the Picnic Shelter/Restroom Shelter $ 5,000.00
o Task Three - Butler Creek Pedestrian Bridge Design $10,600.00
o Task Four – Construction Bidding $ 1,600.00
o Task Five – Construction Administration $ 8,000.00
Total $33,700.00
A percentage of the Lump Sum Fee will be billed on the last day of each month. The percentage
billed will be the percentage of work estimated to be complete as of the day of billing.
2. Additional Services: Any additional services which are not specifically called for in Attachment
A, Scope of Services, shall be considered Additional Services. ARC shall pay WKD for additional
services in accordance with WKD’s standard rates.
TIME OF COMPLETION
WK Dickson will complete Tasks One through Three within forty five (45) days following the
Notice to Proceed. Completion of Task Four will occur within ten (10) days following notification
from ARC.
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Public Service Committee Meeting
10/24/2011 12:45 PM
FTA Resolution for TEAM
Department:Augusta Public Transit
Caption:Motion to approve a Resolution authorizing the filing of
applications for Augusta Public Transit between the Federal
Transit Administration (FTA) and Augusta, Georgia.
Background:Augusta Public Transit files annual grant applications for capital
project funding from the Federal Transit Administration.
Analysis:The approval of this resolution will allow Augusta Public Transit
to continue to provide transportation service to the Citizens of
Augusta-Richmond County in conjunction with the Contractor,
Mobility Transit.The approval of this resolution will allow
Augusta Public Transit to continue to provide transportation
service to the Citizens of Augusta-Richmond County in
conjunction with the Contractor, Mobility Transit.
Financial Impact:The passing of this resolution will continue to assist Augusta,
Georgia with an 80% Federal, 10% State (when available) and
10% Local match.
Alternatives:None. The grants applied for will be used to fund capital projects
for Transit.
Recommendation:Approve this resolution.
Funds are Available
in the Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Finance.
Law.
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Clerk of Commission
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RESOLUTIO
RESOLUTIO AUTHORIZIG THE FILIG OF APPLICATIOS W ITH
THE FEDERAL TRASIT ADMIISTRATIO, A OPERATIG
ADMIISTRATIO OF THE UITED STATES DEPARTMET OF
TRASPORTATIO, FOR FEDERAL TRASPORTATIO
ASSISTACE AUTHORIZED BY 49 U.S.C. CHAPTER 53, TITL E 23
UITED STATES CODE AD OTHER FEDERAL STATUTES
ADMIISTERED BY THE FEDERAL TRASIT ADMIISTRATIO.
WHEREAS, the Federal Transportation Administrator has been delegated authority to
award Federal financial assistance for a transportation project;
WHEREAS, the grant or cooperative agreement for Federal Financial assistance will
impose certain obligations upon Augusta, Georgia, and may require Augusta, Georgia to provide
the local share of the project cost;
WHEREAS, Augusta, Georgia has or will provide all annual certifications and
assurances to the Federal Transit Administration required for the project.
OW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Augusta-Richmond County
Commission,
Section 1: The Mayor of Augusta, Georgia or his designee is authorized to execute
and file application for Federal Assistance on behalf of Augusta, Georgia with the
Federal Transit Administration for Federal Assistance authorized by 49. U.S.C. Chapter
53, Title 23, United States Code, or other Federal statutes authorizing a project
administered by the Federal Transit Administration, (If the Applicant is requesting
Urbanized Area Formula Program assistance authorized by 49 U.S.C. §5307, either alone
or in addition other Federal assistance administered by the Federal Transit
Administration) the resolution should state whether the Applicant is the Designated
Recipient as defined by 49 U.S.C. §5307 (A.)(2) OR WHETHER THE applicant has
received authority from the Designated Recipient to apply for Urbanized Area Formula
Program assistance.
Section 2: The Mayor or his designee is authorized to execute and file with its
application the annual certification and assurances and other document the Federal
Transportation Administration requires before awarding a Federal assistance grant or
cooperative agreement.
Section 3: The Mayor or his designee is authorized to execute grant and cooperative
agreements with the Federal Transit Administration on behalf of Augusta, Georgia.
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Section 4: To the extent that any section of the Augusta, GA. Code is in conflict
herewith, that subsection is waived for this instance only.
Adopted this ___ day of , 2011.
David S. Copenhaver
As its Mayor
Attest:
Lena J. Bonner, Clerk of Commission
Seal:
CERTIFICATIO
The undersigned Clerk of Commission, Lena J. Bonner, hereby certifies that the
foregoing Resolution was duly adopted by the Augusta-Richmond County Commission
on____________________, 2011 and that such Resolution 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
Resolution which was approved and adopted in the foregoing meeting(s).
______________________________
Lena J. Bonner, Clerk of Commission
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Public Service Committee Meeting
10/24/2011 12:45 PM
Morris Communications, LLC and Blanchard & Calhoun Blue Sky II LLC Sublease
Department:Augusta Regional Airport
Caption:Approve the sublease between Morris Communications, LLC and
Blanchard & Calhoun Blue Sky II, LLC as approved by the
Augusta Aviation Commission at their July 28, 2011 Meeting.
Background:Morris Communications, LLC has requested to sublease aircraft
storage areas and office areas in Hangar Three to Blanchard &
Calhoun Blue Sky II, LLC, a corporate flight company that
operates a Cessna Citation CJ1. Morris Communications has a 20
year lease with the airport that will not terminate until March
2018. That lease requires that Morris get permissioin from both
the Aviation Commission and the Augusta Commission prior to
subleasing any spaces within their hangar.
Analysis:Since the airport does not currently have suitable facilities for
Blanchard & Calhoun Blue Sky II, LLC it would be good buisness
practice to allow Morris to sublease Blue Sky spaces temporarily
until the airport has the appropriate facilities available. The terms
of the lease is 36 months with 2 - one year options to renew.
Financial Impact:Morris Communications, LLC will collect the lease amounts
while the airport will collect fuel sales etc. from Blue Sky. Fuel
will be sold to the tenant with a $0.50 per gallon discount as with
all other tenants.
Alternatives:Deny request.
Recommendation:Approve the request to allow Morris Communications, LLC to
sublease aircraft storage and office spaces to Blanchard &
Calhoun Blue Sky II, LLC.
Funds are Available
in the Following
Accounts:
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REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Finance.
Law.
Administrator.
Clerk of Commission
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Public Service Committee Meeting
10/24/2011 12:45 PM
Naming of Hickman Park Recreation Center
Department:Recreation, Parks and Facilities Department
Caption:Motion to approve naming the recreation building at Hickman
Park to the Patricia Rigsby Daniel Recreation Center at Hickman
Park.
Background:Patricia (Pat) Rigsby Daniel, retired in 1994 from the Recreation
and Parks Department after 40 years of service. Her first 22 years
were spent as the director of Hickman Park, from 1954 – 1976.
Pat organized hundreds of programs, events and activities at the
park over those years, but is most fondly remembered for the
playschool for 4-5 year olds that she ran for over 18 years at the
park. Over 300 children graduated from Pat’s program and she
was beloved by her students, especially after becoming adults and
recognizing what a positive impact Pat had on their lives.
Analysis:Naming the Patricia Rigsby Daniel Recreation Center at Hickman
Park will reflect the many past contributions made to the
community and is supported by the Summerville Neighborhood
Association, her family and many former students.
Financial Impact:The cost associated with purchasing a placque not to exceed $500.
Alternatives:none
Recommendation:To approve
Funds are Available
in the Following
Accounts:
101-06-1323-5311816
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Finance.
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Administrator.
Clerk of Commission
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Public Service Committee Meeting
10/24/2011 12:45 PM
New Terminal Project Furniture
Department:Daniel Field
Caption:Approve the proposal with Weinberger's in the amount of
$52,727.04 for the New Terminal Project Furniture at Daniel Field
Airport.
Background:On Monday, September 19, 2011, the Daniel Field Commission
approved the purchase of furniture for the New Terminal Project
from Weinberger's in the amount of $52,727.04. During the
selection of the vendor for furniture, it was noted that
Weinberger's, through JSI, holds the government contract for
furniture. It was also noted that Modern Business Systems,
Inc. also has the govemnment bid for furniture through Indiana
Furniture. In contacting Modern Business Systems, Inc. they were
unable to work with staff to assist in the selection of furniture for
the remodeling of the airport terminal. Through several talks and
extensive consideration, the Daniel Field Commission opted to
use Weinberger's due to the inventory available and the assistance
with necessary procurement of the items desired.
Analysis:Using the government contract will remove about 49% off the list
price of the funiture. Both JSI (Weinberger's) and Indiana
Furniture (Modern Busisness Systems, Inc) have reperesentatives
in the area, but JSI was easier for staff to work with and gave
better solutions for the necceary items.
Financial Impact:$50,000.00 will be paid through SPLOST. $2,727.04 will be paid
by capital funds associated with the project.
Alternatives:Deny request.
Recommendation:Approve the selection of Weinberger's at a cost of $52,727.04 for
the New Terminal Furniture.
Funds are Available
in the Following $50,000.00 to be paid with SPLOST VI funding- GL Code 328-
08-1130,Job Ledger Code 210355002, Object Code 5423110
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Accounts:$2,727.04 to be paid through Daniel Field- GL Code 552081101,
Object Code 5423110
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Finance.
Procurement.
Law.
Administrator.
Clerk of Commission
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Public Service Committee Meeting
10/24/2011 12:45 PM
Sublease between Morris Communications, LLC and Austin Aviation, LLC
Department:Augusta Regional Airport
Caption:Approve the sublease between Morris Communications, LLC and
Austin Aviation, LLC as approved by the Aviation Commission at
their September 29, 2011 meeting.
Background:Morris Communications LLC has a 20 year lease for their use of
Hangar Three with a start date of 04/1998 through 03/2018. The
current lease requires prior written approval to sublease. In order
for Morris to sublease any hangar space it requires approval by
both the Augusta Commission and the Aviation Commission.
Analysis:Since the airpor currently does not have suitable facilities for
Austin Aviation, LLC, allowing them to sub lease from Morris
will be good business. Although Morris will recieve all lease
payments, fuel sales will belong to the airport. They will receive a
$0.50 discount like all tenants and their lease will be for 5 years.
October 1, 2011 through September 30, 2016.
Financial Impact:The airport will collect all fees for fuel etc. from Austin Aviation,
LLC with Morris Communications, LLC recieving all lease
monies.
Alternatives:Deny request.
Recommendation:Approve the request for Morris Communications, LLC to sub
lease a section of their hangar to Austin Aviation, LLC.
Funds are Available
in the Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
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