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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2013-05-13-Meeting Agenda Public Service Committee Meeting Commission Chamber- 5/13/2013- 12:50 PM PUBLIC SERVICES 1. Presentation by Ms. Deborah Burns-Robinson regarding a business license. Attachments 2. Discussion: consider probation, suspension or revocation of the Business Tax Certificate for the businesses listed below, for failure to pay the Richmond County Health Department fee for services. (Referred from May 7 Commission meeting) · Ms. Saundra Milton, d/b/a: The World of Sugie’s Kitchen · Mr. Roan Miranda, d/b/a: Island Café · Ms. Jennifer Tutt, d/b/a: Sit A Spell Coffee House · Mr. Roderick Stokes, d/b/a: S-Bar · Ms. Shavone Stokes, d/b/a: Cream · Mr. Lawrence Harris, d/b/a: Frankie’s Restaurant · Mr. Shannor Trotty, d/b/a: The Eatery – Base Operation · Ms. Rukiya Faulk, d/b/a: Augusta Dawgs #1 · Mr. Shannor Trotty, d/b/a: Wholesome Convenience Store & Eatery Attachments 3. Motion to approve acceptance of a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) grant funded through the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) for the Airport Layout Plan Update and Roof Replacement at Daniel Field Airport. Attachments 4. Motion to approve Amendment #1 to Cooperative Agreement FY2013 for nutrition programs for Senior Services with CSRA Regional Commission. Attachments 5. Motion to approve the Capital Improvement Program Manager’s recommendation to select Modern Business to supply and install the furniture for the Augusta, Georgia Municipal Building Renovations Project. Attachments 6. Motion to approve entering into a contract with CARDNO ATC for Special Inspections and Construction Materials Testing associated with construction of the Augusta, GA Municipal Building Interior Renovations and Modernization Project. Attachments 7. Motion to provide authorization to Turner Construction Company to award Bid Package #3, in the amount of $1,968,792.00, which provides the Structural Steel and Concrete for the Augusta Georgia Municipal Building Renovations and Modernization. Attachments 8. Approve award of the Agreement for Maintenance of the Building Automation Systems, Video Monitoring Systems and Life Safety Systems at the Charles B. Webster Detention Center (CBWDC) to Southeast Automated Systems in the amount of $53,470.00 as a sole source provider. Attachments 9. Approve award of the Agreement for Maintenance of the Building Automation Systems, Video Monitoring Systems and Life Safety Systems at the Law Enforcement Center (LEC) to Southeast Automated Systems in the amount of $37,840.00 as a sole source provider. Attachments 10. Motion to approve the minutes of the Public Services Committee held on April 22, 2013. Attachments 11. Motion to approve the reimbursement of design fees for Apple Valley Park Community Center. Attachments 12. Discuss implementing a requirement for heavy industries with loud noise to install sound barriers if located within a block of residential properties. (Requested by Mayor Pro Tem Corey Johnson) Attachments 13. Motion to approve the FTA 5303 Metropolitan Transportation Planning Grant for 2014. Attachments 14. Approve an amendment to the Code at 7-1-27 to correct references to the Director/Building Official of the Planning and Development Department. Attachments www.augustaga.gov 15. Discuss the formation of a Citizens Advisory Committee for Transit. (Referred from May 7 Commission meeting) Attachments Public Service Committee Meeting 5/13/2013 12:50 PM Deborah Burns-Robinson Department:Clerk of Commission Caption:Presentation by Ms. Deborah Burns-Robinson regarding a business license. Background: Analysis: Financial Impact: Alternatives: Recommendation: Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Cover Memo Item # 1 Attachment number 1 \nPage 1 of 1 Item # 1 Public Service Committee Meeting 5/13/2013 12:50 PM Delinquent Health Department Fees Department:Planning & Development Caption:Discussion: consider probation, suspension or revocation of the Business Tax Certificate for the businesses listed below, for failure to pay the Richmond County Health Department fee for services. (Referred from May 7 Commission meeting) · Ms. Saundra Milton, d/b/a: The World of Sugie’s Kitchen · Mr. Roan Miranda, d/b/a: Island Café · Ms. Jennifer Tutt, d/b/a: Sit A Spell Coffee House · Mr. Roderick Stokes, d/b/a: S-Bar · Ms. Shavone Stokes, d/b/a: Cream · Mr. Lawrence Harris, d/b/a: Frankie’s Restaurant · Mr. Shannor Trotty, d/b/a: The Eatery – Base Operation · Ms. Rukiya Faulk, d/b/a: Augusta Dawgs #1 · Mr. Shannor Trotty, d/b/a: Wholesome Convenience Store & Eatery Background:The owners of the listed restaurants are delinquent in submitting payment for Richmond County Health Department ‘fee for services’, pursuant to the following Augusta-Richmond County Codes: CHAPTER 290-5-14 FOOD SERVICE 290-5-14-.02 Provisions. Amended. (1) Permit. (a) Valid Permit Required. It shall be unlawful for any person to operate any type of food service operation: food service establishment, mobile food service unit, extended food service unit, or temporary food service establishment, without having first obtained a valid food service permit from the Health Authority pursuant to this Chapter. (b) Invalidation. Permits are invalidated by change of permit holder, location or change in type of operation. (c) Satisfactory Compliance. 1. To qualify for a permit, an applicant shall: (i) Be an owner of the food service establishment or an officer of the legal ownership; (ii) Agree to allow access to the food service establishment; and (iii) Provide required information Cover Memo Item # 2 and pay all applicable fees at the time the application is submitted. RULES OF DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES PUBLIC HEALTH O.C.G.A. § 31-3-4 (2009) (6) Make contracts and establish fees for the provision of public health services provided by county boards of health, including but not limited to environmental health services, which fees may be charged to persons or to establishments and premises within the county for inspection of such establishments, premises, structures and appurtenances thereto, or for other county board of health services…. Analysis:The listed business owners are delinquent in making payment to the Richmond County Health Department for ‘fee for services’. The Health Department requested that the Licensing Division submit an agenda item to the Commission for action to be taken against the business owners in accordance with the following Augusta-Richmond County Code: FINANCE AND TAXATION: §2-1-38. Right to Deny, Suspend, or Revoke a Business Tax Certificate; (a). A Business Tax Certificate under this Chapter may be denied, suspended, or revoked if one or more of the following exists: (3). The applicant or holder of the certificate intends to violate or has violated any federal or state law, or local ordinance or any ordinance or resolution regulating such business or intends to violate any regulation made pursuant to authority granted for the purpose of regulating such business. Financial Impact:As of March 1, 2013, the total amount owed was $4,750. Alternatives:N/A Recommendation:Effective May 8, 2013, the business licenses will be suspended until the Health Department fees are paid in full. Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: N/A REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Cover Memo Item # 2 Public Service Committee Meeting 5/13/2013 12:50 PM Airport Layout Plan Grant Department:Daniel Field Airport Caption:Motion to approve acceptance of a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) grant funded through the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) for the Airport Layout Plan Update and Roof Replacement at Daniel Field Airport. Background:The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is requiring an updated Airport Layout Plan (ALP) for the Daniel Field Airport. Also previously this year, the roof required replacement and the grant also includes the reimbursement for those costs. Analysis:This grant will be funded throught GDOT. The grant amount will include all of the roof reimbursement and 90% of the ALP from the FAA, 5% of the ALP from the GDOT, and 5% match from local monies. Grant $221,661.00 - ALP & Roof ALP ONLY FAA Share 90,386.00 90% GDOT 5,021.00 5% Local Match 5,022.00 5% Financial Impact:Total grant monies is $226,682.00, which include both the FAA and GDOT. Alternatives:Deny request. Recommendation:Aprove the request. Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: 552-08-1101/5223110. REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Finance. Law. Cover Memo Item # 3 Administrator. Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Item # 3 At t a c h m e n t n u m b e r 1 \ n P a g e 1 o f 2 4 It e m # 3 At t a c h m e n t n u m b e r 1 \ n P a g e 2 o f 2 4 It e m # 3 At t a c h m e n t n u m b e r 1 \ n P a g e 3 o f 2 4 It e m # 3 At t a c h m e n t n u m b e r 1 \ n P a g e 4 o f 2 4 It e m # 3 At t a c h m e n t n u m b e r 1 \ n P a g e 5 o f 2 4 It e m # 3 At t a c h m e n t n u m b e r 1 \ n P a g e 6 o f 2 4 It e m # 3 At t a c h m e n t n u m b e r 1 \ n P a g e 7 o f 2 4 It e m # 3 At t a c h m e n t n u m b e r 1 \ n P a g e 8 o f 2 4 It e m # 3 At t a c h m e n t n u m b e r 1 \ n P a g e 9 o f 2 4 It e m # 3 At t a c h m e n t n u m b e r 1 \ n P a g e 1 0 o f 2 4 It e m # 3 At t a c h m e n t n u m b e r 1 \ n P a g e 1 1 o f 2 4 It e m # 3 At t a c h m e n t n u m b e r 1 \ n P a g e 1 2 o f 2 4 It e m # 3 At t a c h m e n t n u m b e r 1 \ n P a g e 1 3 o f 2 4 It e m # 3 At t a c h m e n t n u m b e r 1 \ n P a g e 1 4 o f 2 4 It e m # 3 At t a c h m e n t n u m b e r 1 \ n P a g e 1 5 o f 2 4 It e m # 3 At t a c h m e n t n u m b e r 1 \ n P a g e 1 6 o f 2 4 It e m # 3 At t a c h m e n t n u m b e r 1 \ n P a g e 1 7 o f 2 4 It e m # 3 At t a c h m e n t n u m b e r 1 \ n P a g e 1 8 o f 2 4 It e m # 3 At t a c h m e n t n u m b e r 1 \ n P a g e 1 9 o f 2 4 It e m # 3 At t a c h m e n t n u m b e r 1 \ n P a g e 2 0 o f 2 4 It e m # 3 At t a c h m e n t n u m b e r 1 \ n P a g e 2 1 o f 2 4 It e m # 3 At t a c h m e n t n u m b e r 1 \ n P a g e 2 2 o f 2 4 It e m # 3 At t a c h m e n t n u m b e r 1 \ n P a g e 2 3 o f 2 4 It e m # 3 At t a c h m e n t n u m b e r 1 \ n P a g e 2 4 o f 2 4 It e m # 3 Public Service Committee Meeting 5/13/2013 12:50 PM Amendment #1 to Cooperative Agreement FY2013 Department:Augusta Recreation Parks and Facilities Caption:Motion to approve Amendment #1 to Cooperative Agreement FY2013 for nutrition programs for Senior Services with CSRA Regional Commission. Background:The Recreation, Parks and Facilities Department operates the senior nutrition meal program in Richmond County through grants provided through a Cooperative Agreement with the CSRA Regional Commission. Analysis:The amendment reflects a decrease in allocated funds from Title III C1 due to over projection for this fiscal year. Financial Impact:Decrease in grant funding in the amount of $16,000 and a decrease in the local match funds of $1,778. Alternatives:1. Motion to approve Amendment #1 to Cooperative Agreement FY2013 for Senior Services with CSRA Regional Commission. 2. None Recommendation:1. Motion to approve Amendment #1 to Cooperative Agreement FY2013 for Senior Services with CSRA Regional Commission. Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: Account # 220-05-4322 REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Finance. Law. Administrator. Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Item # 4 Attachment number 1 \nPage 1 of 1 Item # 4 Public Service Committee Meeting 5/13/2013 12:50 PM Approve the Capital Improvements Program Manager’s recommendation to select Modern Business as the furniture vendor for the Augusta, Georgia Municipal Building Renovations Project Department:Recreation, Parks and Facilities Caption:Motion to approve the Capital Improvement Program Manager’s recommendation to select Modern Business to supply and install the furniture for the Augusta, Georgia Municipal Building Renovations Project. Background:On Tuesday, April 23, 2013, two (2) compliant responses for Bid Item #13-129, Furniture for Augusta, GA Municipal Building Renovations were reviewed by Procurement with assistance from the Capital Improvement Program Manager’s Office. Bids were submitted for the 6th floor of the Municipal Building at this time. After selection of the successful bidder for the 6th floor furnishings, the remaining furniture will be purchased on State Contract by the successful bidder. Analysis:After review of the responses and the scope of services, the bid from Modern Business is the lowest responsible and responsive bid. Financial Impact:The Modern Business bid of $108,293.20 is within the Total FF&E budget of $1.8M. Alternatives:1) Approve the Capital Improvements Program Manager’s recommendation to select Modern Business as the furniture vendor for the Augusta, Georgia Municipal Building Renovations Project. 2) Reject the bids and rebid the Furniture which would have a negative impact on the project schedule and total project costs. Recommendation:Approve the Capital Improvements Program Manager’s recommendation to select Modern Business as the furniture vendor for the Augusta, GA Municipal Building Renovations Project. Cover Memo Item # 5 Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: GL 328-05-1120, JL 212-05-5101, OC 52-119 REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Finance. Law. Administrator. Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Item # 5 Attachment number 1 \nPage 1 of 4 Item # 5 Attachment number 1 \nPage 2 of 4 Item # 5 Attachment number 1 \nPage 3 of 4 Item # 5 Attachment number 1 \nPage 4 of 4 Item # 5 Public Service Committee Meeting 5/13/2013 12:50 PM Construction Materials Testing and NPDES Services for the Augusta GA Municipal Building Interior Renovations and Modernization Project Department:Recreation, Parks and Facilities Caption:Motion to approve entering into a contract with CARDNO ATC for Special Inspections and Construction Materials Testing associated with construction of the Augusta, GA Municipal Building Interior Renovations and Modernization Project. Background:It is recommended that Construction Materials Testing services, along with Special Inspections services, be performed in accordance with Chapter 17 of the jurisdictional International Building Code. Proposals to perform Special Inspections and Construction Materials Testing and NPDES services were received from six (6) firms. Review and analysis of the five compliant proposals were performed by the Procurement Office, assisted by Capital Improvements Program Management (CIPM). The proposal from CARDNO ATC was judged to be in the best interest of the project and Augusta. Analysis:The referenced project is a complex project with an aggressive schedule. The project will benefit from the quality control enhancements that these “on call” services will provide to the project. The proposed materials testing and special inspections work will include the following: • Cast-in-place concrete (mix design review, plant inspections, reinforcing placement, compression tests, pile load testing, etc.). • Reinforcing steel (materials, placement, strength testing) • Structural Steel (materials verification, connections, etc.) • Mortar & grout strength tests • Concrete masonry (reinforcing, grout, etc.) • Engineered fill (material and compaction) • Anchor pull tests • Asphalt paving The services will be performed on an “on call” or “as needed” basis. Proposals were required to include a schedule of services, with uniform assumptions as far as quantities of each service. Thus the cost component of the proposals were fairly compared and scored. The contract will be established with the stated assumptions serving as a “Not to exceed” budget, with actual fees determined by actual quantities of tests/inspections, as determined by field conditions. Cover Memo Item # 6 Financial Impact:The services will be performed on an “as needed” basis. A “Not to Exceed” contract amount of $34,000.00. Alternatives:1. Approve execution of a contract with CARDNO ATC for SPECIAL INSPECTIONS AND MATERIAL TESTING services on the referenced project. 2. Eliminate Special Inspections and rely solely on Design Team and Project Management to perform quality control oversight. Recommendation:Motion to approve entering into a contract with CARDNO ATC services associated with construction of the AUGUSTA GA Municipal Building Interior Renovations and Modernization Project. Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: Municipal Building Renovations: JL: 212 05 5101 Ob Code: 52- 12119 GL: 328 05 1120 REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Finance. Law. Administrator. Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Item # 6 Attachment number 1 \nPage 1 of 5 Item # 6 Attachment number 1 \nPage 2 of 5 Item # 6 Attachment number 1 \nPage 3 of 5 Item # 6 Attachment number 1 \nPage 4 of 5 Item # 6 Attachment number 1 \nPage 5 of 5 Item # 6 Public Service Committee Meeting 5/13/2013 12:50 PM Contract Award of Bid Package #3 (Structural Steel and Concrete) for the Augusta Georgia Municipal Building Renovations and Modernization. Department:Recreation, Parks and Facilities Caption:Motion to provide authorization to Turner Construction Company to award Bid Package #3, in the amount of $1,968,792.00, which provides the Structural Steel and Concrete for the Augusta Georgia Municipal Building Renovations and Modernization. Background:Turner Construction Company was selected under RFQ 10-195 as the Construction Manager at Risk for the Augusta Georgia Municipal Building Renovations and Modernization. This is the third bid package completed by the Design team, led by Virgo Gambill Architects. Bids were accepted and reviewed by Turner Construction Company, Virgo Gambill Architects, and the CIPM. Analysis:The following are the lowest responsive, responsible bidders, as determined by Turner Construction Company to perform the work. The Subcontractors pursuant to Exhibit G-1 are as follows: Structural Steel:Macuch Steel Augusta, GA Concrete:Atlantic Concrete, Evans, GA The Scope of Work includes all work associated with the Structural Steel and Concrete and is within the budgeted amount that was estimated for this scope of the work. Turner Construction Company has included the bid summary and bid proposals as back-up to support this. Financial Impact:The amount for Bid Package #3 is a component of the Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP), which is scheduled to be established and approved in March of 2013. The total GMP is currently budgeted to not exceed $23,415,885. Alternatives:Wait until the Guaranteed Maximum Price is established, which will delay the completion of the facility. Recommendation:Provide authorization to Turner Construction Company to award Bid Package #3, thus facilitating the start of construction for the Municipal Building Renovations and Modernization.Cover Memo Item # 7 Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: Augusta Georgia Municipal Building Renovations and Modernization: GL –328-05-1120; JL – 52-12119 REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Finance. Law. Administrator. 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Webster Detention Center (CBWDC) to Southeast Automated Systems in the amount of $53,470.00 as a sole source provider. Background:In 2010, we issued an RFP for maintenance of our building automation systems. The successful vendor was Southeast Automated Systems. Since that time, we have made substantial investments in converting the automation systems at the Municipal Building and LEC. All recent new construction including the Judicial Center, Webster Expansions (recently completed and the phase currently under construction), Sheriff’s Administration Building and the upcoming renovations to the Municipal Building incorporates building automation utilizing the system provided by Southeast in order to standardize for operational efficiency. Analysis:The automation system is web-based and allows significant flexibility in monitoring and diagnostics as we can do much of this from remote locations. Our long range plans include adding automation capabilities at additional locations for energy conservation and is much simpler and more cost effective if we standardize. The system in place will allow for open source bidding in the future. However, we do not recommend changing until the system installations currently under way are in place, operational and fully integrated. Considering the funds already invested in conversion to this system, the ongoing Commission activities at recently completed projects, and the new installations in progress, staff recommends engaging Southeast Automated Systems to perform maintenance on automation and fire/security alarm systems at the CBWDC in accordance with the attached proposal. The annual cost for this agreement is $20,095.00 for building automation and $33,375.00 for fire and security life safety alarms and closed circuit video. The total is $53,470.00 and is funded in 101-01-6213.Cover Memo Item # 8 Financial Impact:Total cost for systems maintenance at CBWDC is $53,470.00 Alternatives:1. Approve award of the Agreement for Maintenance of the Building Automation Systems, video monitoring systems and life safety systems at the Charles B. Webster Detention Center (CBWDC) to Southeast Automated Systems in the amount of $53,470.00 as a sole source provider. 2. Do not approve Recommendation:Approve award of the Agreement for Maintenance of the Building Automation Systems, video monitoring systems and life safety systems at the Charles B. Webster Detention Center (CBWDC) to Southeast Automated Systems in the amount of $53,470.00 as a sole source provider. Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: FUNDS ARE AVAILABLE IN ACCOUNT: 101-016213- 52.23112 REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Finance. Procurement. Law. Administrator. Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Item # 8 Attachment number 1 \nPage 1 of 2 Item # 8 Attachment number 1 \nPage 2 of 2 Item # 8 Attachment number 2 \nPage 1 of 5 Item # 8 Attachment number 2 \nPage 2 of 5 Item # 8 Attachment number 2 \nPage 3 of 5 Item # 8 Attachment number 2 \nPage 4 of 5 Item # 8 Attachment number 2 \nPage 5 of 5 Item # 8 Public Service Committee Meeting 5/13/2013 12:50 PM LEC Automation 2013 Department:Recreation Parks and Facilities - Facilities Manager Caption:Approve award of the Agreement for Maintenance of the Building Automation Systems, Video Monitoring Systems and Life Safety Systems at the Law Enforcement Center (LEC) to Southeast Automated Systems in the amount of $37,840.00 as a sole source provider. Background:In 2010, we issued an RFP for maintenance of our building automation systems. The successful vendor was Southeast Automated Systems. Since that time, we have made substantial investments in converting the automation systems at the Municipal Building and LEC. All recent new construction including the Judicial Center, Webster Expansions (recently completed and the phase currently under construction), Sheriff’s Administration Building and the upcoming renovations to the Municipal Building incorporates building automation utilizing the system provided by Southeast in order to standardize for operational efficiency. Analysis:The automation system is web-based and allows significant flexibility in monitoring and diagnostics as we can do much of this from remote locations. Our long range plans include adding automation capabilities at additional locations for energy conservation and is much simpler and more cost effective if we standardize. The system in place will allow for open source bidding in the future. However, we do not recommend changing until the system installations currently under way are in place, operational and fully integrated. Considering the funds already invested in conversion to this system, the ongoing Commission activities at recently completed projects, pending changes in occupancy at the LEC and the new installations in progress, staff recommends engaging Southeast Automated Systems to perform maintenance on automation and fire/security alarm systems at the LEC in accordance with the attached proposal. The annual cost for this agreement is $3,760.00 for building automation and $34,080.00 for fire and security life safety alarms and closed circuit video. The total is $37,840.00 and is funded in 101-01- 6212. Cover Memo Item # 9 Financial Impact:Total cost for automation system maintenance at LEC is $37,840.00 Alternatives:1. Approve award of the Agreement for Maintenance of the Building Automation Systems, video monitoring systems and life safety systems at the Law Enforcement Center (LEC) to Southeast Automated Systems in the amount of $37,840.00 as a sole source provider. 2. Do not approve Recommendation:Approve award of the Agreement for Maintenance of the Building Automation Systems, video monitoring systems and life safety systems at the Law Enforcement Center (LEC) to Southeast Automated Systems in the amount of $37,840.00 as a sole source provider. Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: FUNDS ARE AVAILABLE IN ACCOUNT: 101-01-6212- 52.23112 REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Finance. Procurement. Law. Administrator. Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Item # 9 Attachment number 1 \nPage 1 of 2 Item # 9 Attachment number 1 \nPage 2 of 2 Item # 9 Attachment number 2 \nPage 1 of 5 Item # 9 Attachment number 2 \nPage 2 of 5 Item # 9 Attachment number 2 \nPage 3 of 5 Item # 9 Attachment number 2 \nPage 4 of 5 Item # 9 Attachment number 2 \nPage 5 of 5 Item # 9 Public Service Committee Meeting 5/13/2013 12:50 PM Minutes Department:Clerk of Commission Caption:Motion to approve the minutes of the Public Services Committee held on April 22, 2013. Background: Analysis: Financial Impact: Alternatives: Recommendation: Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Cover Memo Item # 10 Attachment number 1 \nPage 1 of 5 Item # 10 Attachment number 1 \nPage 2 of 5 Item # 10 Attachment number 1 \nPage 3 of 5 Item # 10 Attachment number 1 \nPage 4 of 5 Item # 10 Attachment number 1 \nPage 5 of 5 Item # 10 Public Service Committee Meeting 5/13/2013 12:50 PM Reimbursement of design fees for Apple Valley Park Community Center Department:Recreation, Parks and Facilities Caption:Motion to approve the reimbursement of design fees for Apple Valley Park Community Center. Background:CDBG funds were allocated and approved by the Augusta Commission in 2007 for Apple Valley Community Center design fees. The amount of the CDBG funds allocated was $60,000. The design documents were completed in 2008. Since 2007 when the initial phase of park development was dedicated, there have been no funds secured or appropriated for any additional development. Additional CDBG grants have been applied for and denied as well as funding requests for SPLOST VI, which no funds were allocated to Apple Valley Park. Analysis:Augusta Housing and Development Department has indicated that the CDBG program has implemented changes, in preventing activities from remaining open with no action for long time periods. Consequence, the City would have to start construction within six months and complete the project by the end of the year (2013), or, repay HUD the fees for design. The cost of construction for the facility designed to include all site work, contract administration, ffe, etc. is @ $2,000,000. Financial Impact:The amount of recapture required is $60,000. Alternatives:1. To approve the reimbursement of design fees to HUD in the amount of $60,000. 2. Move no action. Recommendation:1. To approve. Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: 272061474 - 6011110 Cover Memo Item # 11 REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Finance. Law. Administrator. Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Item # 11 Attachment number 1 \nPage 1 of 4 Item # 11 Attachment number 1 \nPage 2 of 4 Item # 11 Attachment number 1 \nPage 3 of 4 Item # 11 Attachment number 1 \nPage 4 of 4 Item # 11 Public Service Committee Meeting 5/13/2013 12:50 PM Sound barriers Department: Caption:Discuss implementing a requirement for heavy industries with loud noise to install sound barriers if located within a block of residential properties. (Requested by Mayor Pro Tem Corey Johnson) Background: Analysis: Financial Impact: Alternatives: Recommendation: Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Cover Memo Item # 12 Public Service Committee Meeting 5/13/2013 12:50 PM FTA 5303 Metroplitan Transportation Planning Grant FY 2014 Department:Planning and Development Dept. Caption:Motion to approve the FTA 5303 Metropolitan Transportation Planning Grant for 2014. Background:The Secretary of Transportation and the Commissioner of the Georgia Department of Transportation are authorized to make grants for mass transportation projects. Analysis:It is required by the U. S. Department of Transportation in accord with the provisions of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, that in connection with the filing of an application for assistance under Title 49 USC the applicant gives an assurance that it will comply with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and other pertinent directives and the U. S. Department of Transportation requirements. Financial Impact:The contract for financial assistance will impose certain obligations upon the applicant, including the provision by it of the local project costs. Alternatives:Approve or Deny Recommendation:Approve, if denied there will be no planning funds for transportation projects. Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: 220-01-6309 Salaries/benefits & supplies. REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Finance. Law. Cover Memo Item # 13 Administrator. Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Item # 13 RESOLUTION Resolution authorizing the filing of an application with the Department of Transportation, United States of America, and the Georgia Department of Transportation for a grant under Title 49 U.S.C., Section 5303. WHEREAS, the Secretary of Transportation and the Commissioner of the Georgia Department of Transportation are authorized to make grants for mass transportation projects; WHEREAS, the contract for financial assistance will impose certain obligations upon the applicant, including the provision by it of the local project costs; WHEREAS, it is required by the U. S. Department of Transportation in accord with the provisions of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, that in connection with the filing of an application for assistance under Title 49 USC the applicant gives an assurance that it will comply with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and other pertinent directives and the U. S. Department of Transportation requirements thereunder; and WHEREAS, it is the goal of the applicant that Minority Business Enterprise (Disadvantaged Business Enterprise and Woman Business Enterprise) be utilized to the fullest extent possible in connection with this project, and that the definitive procedures shall be established and administered to ensure that minority business shall have the maximum feasible opportunity to compete for contracts and purchase orders when procuring construction contracts, supplies, equipment contracts, or consultants and other services. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE AUGUSTA COMMISSION (1) That Deke Copenhaver, Mayor, is authorized to execute and file the application on behalf of the Augusta Planning & Development Department with the Georgia Department of Transportation to aid in the financing of a technical study grant to implement specific items of the FY 2014 Augusta Regional Transportation Study Unified Planning Work Program. (2) That Deke Copenhaver, Mayor, is authorized to execute and file with such application an assurance or any other documentation required by the U. S. Department of Transportation and Georgia Department of Transportation effectuating the purpose of this grant. (3) That Deke Copenhaver, Mayor, is authorized to furnish such additional information as the U. S. Department of Transportation and the Georgia Department of Transportation may require in connection with the application or the project. (4) That Deke Copenhaver, Mayor, is authorized to set forth and execute Minority Business Enterprise, DBE (Disadvantaged Business Enterprise) and WBE (Women Business Enterprise) policies and procedures in connection with the project's procurement needs. Attachment number 1 \nPage 1 of 2 Item # 13 5303 RESOLUTION FY 14 Page 2 of 2 RESOLUTION Adopted this ______ day of _____________, 2013 _____________________________________ David S. Copenhaver As its Mayor ATTEST: _____________________________________ Lena J. Bonner, Clerk of Commission Seal: CERTIFICATION The undersigned Clerk of Commission, Lena J. Bonner, hereby certifies that the foregoing Resolution was duly adopted by the Augusta, Georgia Commission on _______________________, 2013 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 Attachment number 1 \nPage 2 of 2 Item # 13 Public Service Committee Meeting 5/13/2013 12:50 PM Approve an amendment to the code at 7-1-27 referencing Director/Building Official of the Planning and Development Depa Department:Planning and Development Caption:Approve an amendment to the Code at 7-1-27 to correct references to the Director/Building Official of the Planning and Development Department. Background:The current language in the Code requires the Director of the Planning and Development Department to also serve as the Building Official, and have qualifications as an architect, engineer, contractor, inspector, or superintendent of construction. This is not consistent with the job description for the position nor is it practical given the multiple disciplinary responsibilities of the Director of the Department. (zoning, comprehensive planning, code enforcement, business licensing, economic development etc….). It is also not consistent with previous or current practice. The position of Building Official, a term taken from Section 104 of the International Building Code, should be consistent with the position currently known as the Development Manager. This is the position for which the stringent background and experience requirements should apply. The current Construction Manager meets these requirements. The current language in the Code requires the Director of the Planning and Development Department to also serve as the Building Official, and have qualifications as an architect, engineer, contractor, inspector, or superintendent of construction. This is not consistent with the job description for the position nor is it practical given the multiple disciplinary responsibilities of the Director of the Department. (zoning, comprehensive planning, code enforcement, business licensing, economic development etc….). It is also not consistent with previous or current practice. The position of Building Official, a term taken from Section 104 of the International Building Code, should be consistent with the position currently known as the Development Manager. This is the position for which the stringent background and experience requirements should apply. The current Construction Manager meets these requirements. rent language in the Code requires the Director of the Planning and Development Department to also serve as the Building Official, and have qualifications as an architect, Cover Memo Item # 14 engineer, contractor, inspector, or superintendent of construction. This is not consistent with the job description for the position nor is it practical given the multiple disciplinary responsibilities of the Director of the Department. (zoning, comprehensive planning, code enforcement, business licensing, economic development etc….). It is also not consistent with previous or current practice. The position of Building Official, a term taken from Section 104 of the International Building Code, should be consistent with the position currently known as the Development Manager. This is the position for which the stringent background and experience requirements should apply. The current Construction Manager meets these requirements. Analysis:To continue to allow this language to exist could complicate any litigation that the Building (construction) Division faces in the future. The proposal brings the code into conformance with current and past practice. Financial Impact:None Alternatives:Approve, modify or deny Recommendation:Approve Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Finance. Law. Administrator. Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Item # 14 DATE: May 6, 2013 COMMITTEE: Public Services FROM: George Patty SUBJECT: Amend the Augusta Code Section 7-1-27 CAPTIO: Approve an amendment to the code at 7-1-27 to correct references to the Director/Building Official of the Planning and Development Department. BACKGROUD : The current language in the Code requires the Director of the Planning and Development Department to also serve as the Building Official, and have qualifications as an architect, engineer, contractor, inspector, or superintendent of construction. This is not consistent with the job description for the position nor is it practical given the multiple disciplinary responsibilities of the Director of the Department. (zoning, comprehensive planning, code enforcement, business licensing, economic development etc….). It is also not consistent with previous or current practice. The position of Building Official, a term taken from Section 104 of the International Building Code, should be consistent with the position currently known as the Development Manager. This is the position for which the stringent background and experience requirements should apply. The current Construction Manager meets these requirements. AALYSIS: To continue to allow this language to exist could complicate any litigation that the Building (construction) Division faces in the future. The proposal brings the code into conformance with current and past practice. FIACIAL IMPACT: None ALTERATIVES: Approve, modify or deny Attachment number 1 \nPage 1 of 2 Item # 14 RECOMMEDATIO: Approved REQUESTED AGEDA DATE: May 13, 2013 Attachment number 1 \nPage 2 of 2 Item # 14 Public Service Committee Meeting 5/13/2013 12:50 PM Citizens Advisory Committee Department:Clerk of Commission Caption:Discuss the formation of a Citizens Advisory Committee for Transit. (Referred from May 7 Commission meeting) Background: Analysis: Financial Impact: Alternatives: Recommendation: Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Cover Memo Item # 15