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ATTENDANCE:
Present: Hons. Hardie Davis, Jr., Mayor; M. Williams, Chairman;
Hasan, Vice Chairman; Garrett, member.
Absent: Hon. Frantom, member.
ENGINEERING SERVICES
1. Discuss policy concerning cutting vacant properties.Item
Action:
Approved
Motions
Motion
Type Motion Text Made
By
Seconded
By
Motion
Result
Unanimous consent is given to
add this item to the agenda.
Motions
Motion
Type Motion Text Made By Seconded By Motion
Result
Approve
Motion to approve
receiving this item as
information and getting a
list of the vacant lots
with addresses that have
been cut including those
owned by the Land Bank,
those that are City-
owned, those owned by
private citizens and also
the contractors that have
cut them.
Commissioner
Ben Hasan
Commissioner
Brandon
Garrett
Passes
2. Discuss the Olive Road Overpass. (Requested by Commissioner Bill
Fennoy)
Item
Action:
Approved
Motions
Motion
Type Motion Text Made By Seconded By Motion
Result
Approve
Motion to approve
having Mr. Ussery bring
back recommendations
for preventive measures
to keep traffic from
striking the overpass and
keep the road closed in
the meantime.
Motion Passes 3-0.
Commissioner
Ben Hasan
Commissioner
Brandon
Garrett
Passes
3. Approve supplemental funding (SA1) for Engineering Phases of Design
Consultant Services Agreement to Cranston Engineering Group, Inc. in the
amount of $29,900 for the 9th Street (James Brown Blvd.) Improvements
Project as requested by the AED. RFP 18-171
Item
Action:
Approved
Motions
Motion
Type Motion Text Made By Seconded By Motion
Result
Approve
Motion to
approve.
Motion Passes
3-0.
Commissioner
Ben Hasan
Commissioner
Brandon Garrett Passes
4. Authorize a change order to Atlantic Coast Consulting’s (ACC) current PO for
the cost of additional tasks. The total cost of the additional tasks is
$49,500.00.
Item
Action:
Approved
Motions
Motion
Type Motion Text Made By Seconded By Motion
Result
Delete
Motion to delete this
item from the
agenda.
Motion Passes 3-0.
Commissioner
Ben Hasan
Commissioner
Brandon Garrett Passes
5. Presentation by Ms. Cherish Danforth regarding conditions of Rocky Creek to
Colony Park including erosion of land, flooding, "temporary bridge".
Item
Action:
Approved
Motions
Motion
Type Motion Text Made By Seconded By Motion
Result
Approve
Motion to approve
asking the Engineering
Department to bring back
a recommendation for a
plan to address the
problem on this property
with the ditch and the
creek in 30 days.
Motion Passes 3-0.
Commissioner
Brandon
Garrett
Commissioner
Ben Hasan Passes
6. Approve funding for Design Consultant Services Supplemental Agreement
Three to Alfred Benesch & Company (formally WR Toole Engineers) in the
amount of $53,095 for the East Augusta Roadway and Drainage Project as
requested by the AED. RFQ 06-202
Item
Action:
Approved
Motions
Motion
Type Motion Text Made By Seconded By Motion
Result
Approve
Motion to
approve.
Motion Passes
3-0.
Commissioner
Ben Hasan
Commissioner
Brandon Garrett Passes
7. Approve Initial Phase funding for Streambank Stabilization Design,
Permitting and Construction Engineering Services Agreement to Pond &
Company in the amount of $14,300 for Sandpipe Lane Site and $9,700 for
Morningside Drive Site as requested by the AED. RFQ 19-152
Item
Action:
Approved
Motions
Motion
Type Motion Text Made By Seconded By Motion
Result
Approve
Motion to
approve.
Motion Passes
3-0.
Commissioner
Ben Hasan
Commissioner
Brandon Garrett Passes
8. Consider proposal from Goodwyn, Mills and Cawood, Inc. (GMC) to provide
engineering and construction services for Utilities Department’s Fort Gordon
Screening and Equalization Improvements project, Irrigation Water Treatment
Plant Valve Actuation Improvements project and Cross Basin Lift Station and
Force Main project in the amount of $126,120.
Item
Action:
Approved
Motions
Motion
Type Motion Text Made By Seconded By Motion
Result
Approve
Motion to
approve.
Motion Passes
3-0.
Commissioner
Ben Hasan
Commissioner
Brandon Garrett Passes
9. Consider approving an amendment to the Georgia Power Governmental
Encroachment Agreement for Easement #30894.
Item
Action:
Approved
Motions
Motion
Type Motion Text Made By Seconded By Motion
Result
Approve
Motion to
approve.
Motion Passes
3-0.
Commissioner
Ben Hasan
Commissioner
Brandon Garrett Passes
10. Consider approving an Easement Abandonment and Deed of Dedication for
New Easement with Georgia Vitrified Brick and Clay.
Item
Action:
Approved
Motions
Motion
Type Motion Text Made By Seconded By Motion
Result
Approve
Motion to
approve.
Motion Passes
3-0.
Commissioner
Ben Hasan
Commissioner
Brandon Garrett Passes
11. Motion to approve the minutes of the Engineering Services Committee held
on August 13, 2019.
Item
Action:
Approved
Motions
Motion
Type
Motion Text Made By Seconded By Motion
Result
Approve
Motion to
approve.
Motion Passes
3-0.
Commissioner
Ben Hasan
Commissioner
Brandon Garrett Passes
12. Motion to determine that East Telfair Street, as shown on the attached map
has ceased to be used by the public to the extent that no substantial public
purpose is served by it or that its removal from the county road system is
otherwise in the best public interest, and to receive as information the results
of the public hearing held regarding the issue of abandonment pursuant to
O.C.G.A. §32-7-2, with the abandoned property to be quit-claimed to the
appropriate party(ies), as provided by law and an easement to be retained
over the entire abandoned portion for existing or future utilities as directed
by Augusta Engineering Department and Augusta Utilities Department and
adopt the attached Resolution.
Item
Action:
Approved
Motions
Motion
Type Motion Text Made By Seconded By Motion
Result
Approve
Motion to
approve.
Motion Passes
3-0.
Commissioner
Ben Hasan
Commissioner
Brandon Garrett Passes
13. Consider approving a Deed of Dedication and Maintenance Agreement for
River Watch Parkway Commercial/Retail Center.
Item
Action:
Approved
Motions
Motion
Type Motion Text Made By Seconded By Motion
Result
Approve
Motion to
approve.
Motion Passes
3-0.
Commissioner
Ben Hasan
Commissioner
Brandon Garrett Passes
14. Consider approving an Agreement for Relocation of Easement from
Berkmans Residential Properties.
Item
Action:
Approved
Motions
Motion
Type
Motion Text Made By Seconded By Motion
Result
Approve
Motion to
approve.
Motion Passes
3-0.
Commissioner
Ben Hasan
Commissioner
Brandon Garrett Passes
15. Approve adoption of the revised Street Lighting Ordinance (Augusta,
Georgia Code Chapter 3 Street Lighting, Section 7-3) to incorporate current
fee structure for the street light system. Requested by AED
Item
Action:
Approved
Motions
Motion
Type Motion Text Made By Seconded By Motion
Result
Approve
Motion to
approve.
Motion Passes
3-0.
Commissioner
Ben Hasan
Commissioner
Brandon Garrett Passes
16. Consider approving an Access, Utility and Fiber Agreement between
Augusta and Verizon Wireless of the East L.P. d/b/a Verizon Wireless.
Item
Action:
Approved
Motions
Motion
Type Motion Text Made By Seconded By Motion
Result
Approve
Motion to
approve.
Motion Passes
3-0.
Commissioner
Ben Hasan
Commissioner
Brandon Garrett Passes
www.augustaga.gov
Engineering Services Committee Meeting
8/27/2019 1:15 PM
Attendance 8/27/19
Department:
Presenter:
Caption:
Background:
Analysis:
Financial Impact:
Alternatives:
Recommendation:
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Engineering Services Committee Meeting
8/27/2019 1:15 PM
Olive Road Overpass
Department:
Presenter:Commissioner Bill Fennoy
Caption:Discuss the Olive Road Overpass. (Requested by
Commissioner Bill Fennoy)
Background:
Analysis:
Financial Impact:
Alternatives:
Recommendation:
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
July 10, 2019
Dr. Hameed Malik, P.E., Ph.D.
Director of Engineering
City of Augusta, Georgia
452 Walker Street
Augusta, Georgia 30901
Re: 9th Street (James Brown Blvd) Improvements
P.I. No.: # 0011419 TIA #: RC07—001218
Supplemental Agreement #1
Our File No.: 2016-0160
Dear Dr. Malik:
As we have previously discussed, we are submitting a supplemental agreement to our
contract now that we have verified the concept report and topographic survey basemap. Our
original scope of work included scope for survey work associated with right-of-way plats, if
needed. Since the proposed work is not for the right-of-way, we are submitting it as a
supplemental agreement. Please find the scope of work listed below along with the additional
fees.
Scope of Work
Cranston examined the topographical survey provided from the concept phase and found
it lacked connectivity in the storm sewer and underground utilities. We attempted to supplement
the data with GIS information provided by the City but still have a large section of our project
that is unaccounted for. During the design of our preliminary plans, we have identified several
locations where we need to verify the storm inverts and connectivity to allow for completion of
our storm design. Therefore, we are proposing an expedited utility survey of the existing storm
sewers at eight (8) of the intersections along the project corridor. Our survey crews will re-
establish their horizontal and vertical control datum since two of the three benchmarks used for
the concept have been disturbed or destroyed. Once control has been set, critical storm structure
tops and inverts will be shot to verify elevations for the proposed storm system to tie into.
Additional connectivity will be researched and investigated in the office and field verified to
Augusta-Richmond County, Georgia
BE IT ORDAINED by the Commission-Council of Augusta-Richmond County,
Georgia that the following Capital Project Budget is hereby amended:
Section 1: The project is authorized to CPB#371-041110-T15041218 to approve and award Preliminary and
and Final Engineering Design Consultant Services Agreement to Cranston Engineering
Section 2: The following revenues are anticipated to be available to the Consolidated
Government to complete the project.
TIA Design 576,923$
TIA Funds 7,900$
TIA Discretionary 22,000$
606,823$
Section 3: Copies of this Capital Project Budget shall be made available to the
Comptroller for direction in carrying out this project.
Adopted this ____________________ day of ______________________.
Approved
_________________________________________________
Honorable Hardie Davis, Mayor
CAPITAL PROJECT BUDGET
CPB#371-041110-T15041218
9th Street(James Brown Blvd.) Improvements
(RFP #18-171)
in the amount of $29,900.00 for the 9th Street(James Brown Blvd.) Improvements project requested by AED. RFP 18-171
Funding is available in the TIA project budget:
8/16/2019
Augusta-Richmond County, Georgia
CAPITAL PROJECT BUDGET
CPB#371-041110-T15041218
9th Street(James Brown Blvd.) Improvements
(RFP #18-171)
CPB AMOUNT CPB New
SOURCE OF FUNDS CPB ADDITION CPB
TIA Project
371-041110/5212115-T15041218 ($576,923) ($29,900) ($606,823)
TOTAL SOURCES: ($576,923) ($29,900) ($606,823)
USE OF FUNDS
ENGINEERING
371-041110-5414210/T15041218 $576,923 $29,900 $606,823
TOTAL USES: $576,923 $606,823
8/16/2019
(SA02 – For changes greater than $25,000) August 2019
ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT
SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT
Augusta Richmond County Project Number(s): 371-041110-T15041218
GDOT Number (s):
RC07-001218
PI 0013703
Supplemental Agreement Number: 1
Purchase Order Number: P360121
WHEREAS, We, Cranston Engineering Group, Inc. Consultant, entered into a contract with Augusta-
Richmond County on August 7, 2018 for engineering design services associated with the
improvements to 9th Street (James Brown Blvd.). Project RC07-001218, PI 0013703, File Reference
No. 19-014 (T), and
WHEREAS, certain revisions to the design requested by Augusta-Richmond County are not covered
by the scope of the original contract, we desire to submit the following Supplemental Agreement
to-wit:
Additional Engineering Services to consist of gathering additional right-of-way and subsurface
utilities related data, including associated surveying efforts.
It is agreed that as a result of the above described modifications the contract amount is increased
by $29,900.00 from $576,922.92 to a new total of $606,822.92
Any modifications to submittal dates shall be as identified in the attached proposal. This agreement
in no way modifies or changes the original contract of which it becomes a part, except as specifically
stated herein.
NOW, THEREFORE, We, Cranston Engineering Group, Inc. Consultant, hereby agree to said
Supplemental Agreement consisting of the above mentioned item, and agree that this Supplemental
Agreement is hereby made a part of the original contract to be performed under the specifications
thereof, and that the original contract is in full force and effect, except insofar as it might be
modified by this Supplemental Agreement.
RECOMMEND FOR APPROVAL:
CITY OF AUGUSTA-RICHMOND COUNTY Civil Services, Inc.
AUGUSTA, GEORGIA
Hardie Davis, Mayor
Approved Date: Approved: Date:
[ATTACHED CORPORATE SEAL]
ATTEST: ATTEST:
Title:
Title:
Engineering Services Committee Meeting
8/27/2019 1:15 PM
9th Street (James Brown Blvd.) Improvements Design Services
Department:9th Street (James Brown Blvd.) Improvements Design Services
Presenter:
Caption:Approve supplemental funding (SA1) for Engineering Phases of
Design Consultant Services Agreement to Cranston Engineering
Group, Inc. in the amount of $29,900 for the 9th Street (James
Brown Blvd.) Improvements Project as requested by the AED.
RFP 18-171
Background:The 9th Street (James Brown Blvd.) Improvements is a project
from the “Approved Investment List” of TIA that was approved
by voters of the CSRA in July 31, 2012 referendum. The 9th
Street is a Band 2 project. The project improvements consist of
improving roadway capacity and safety by resurfacing,
reconstructing the existing curb and gutter, replacing sidewalks
and improving the storm water system. In August 2018,
commission approved award of design phase of the project to
Cranston Engineering Group. The roadway design is in
progress and supplement services are warranted for gathering
additional right-of-way and subsurface utilities related data,
including associated surveying efforts.
Analysis:On August 7, 2018 commission approved to move the project
from preliminary initial concept to design and construction. The
project is in design phase and supplemental professional services
are needed for design completion. The purpose of this
supplement is to complete design and construction plans. It is a
TIA Band 2 project and construction contract shall be awarded
by December 31, 2019.
Financial Impact:Funds are available in the TIA project budget ($7,900) and TIA
Discretionary budget ($22,000).
Alternatives:1). Do not approve and find alternative to complete the project
and meet TIA project completion schedule.
Recommendation:Approve supplemental funding (SA1) for Engineering Phases of
Design Consultant Services Agreement to Cranston Engineering
Group, Inc. in the amount of $29,900 for the 9th Street (James
Brown Blvd.) Improvements Project as requested by the AED.
RFP 18-171.
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
Project TIA Funds ($7,900) 371041110-5414110 (JL
T15041218) & TIA Discretionary ($22,000) 235041110-
5414110
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Finance.
Law.
Administrator.
Clerk of Commission
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7 E. Congress Street
Suite 801
Savannah, GA 31401
(912) 236-3471
www.atlcc.net
May 6, 2019
Ms. Becky Padgett
City of Augusta
4330 Deans Bridge Road
Blythe, Georgia 30805
Re: Environmental Compliance Testing, Engineering and Consulting Services
2019 Additional Services
Dear Ms. Padgett,
The purpose of this correspondence is to submit our proposed scope of services for
additional work requested by the City. The attached details the scope as we understand and
budget estimates for each task. We assume that this additional work will remain under the
terms and conditions of our current agreement with the City as executed February 29,
2012.
We appreciate the opportunity to be of service to you on this project. Should you have
any questions or require any additional information, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Sincerely,
ATLANTIC COAST CONSULTING, INC.
Robert Brown, PE
CFO/ Vice President
cc: Richard Deason
file (G003-109)
2019 Additional Services - Deans Bridge Road MSW Landfill
Project Understanding
Augusta, Georgia operates the Deans Bridge Road Municipal Solid Waste (MSW) Landfill in
accordance with permits issued by the Georgia Environmental Protection Divisions (EPD).
Compliance with solid waste handling, stormwater, air and other permits is imperative for
proper operation of the facility in a manner that protects human health and the environment.
As an additional protection, Augusta, Georgia wishes to have a third party conduct periodic
inspections of the landfill similar to those conducted by the regulatory agency.
Scope of Work
The ACC’s Additional Scope of Services is as follows:
Initial Inspection: ACC personnel will travel to the landfill to perform an inspection of the
landfill. Inspection will include operational and records review similar to what is currently
conducted by an EPD District Office inspector. Inspection format will follow the current EPD
Land Protection Branch’s “Municipal Solid Waste Evaluation Report” form for review of the
solid waste handling activities, the most recent checklist for Title V (air permit) inspections
used by EPD’s Air Protection Branch (MSW Landfill only), and the Annual Compliance
Inspection & Certification form contained in the most recent version (2017) of each facilities
Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP). This inspection will also include a review of
the UST permit records and the special waste approval processes.
Regular Inspections: ACC personnel will travel to the landfill to perform a review of the landfill
on a weekly or bi-weekly basis. Regular reviews will include follow up on action items identified
in the initial inspection as well as spot checking of other compliance issues. Generally, the
spot checking of issues will vary through all the permits referenced above on a monthly basis.
ACC will prepare a report of any findings during the inspection for submittal to the City. This report
will be prepared and produced within two (2) weeks of the end of the inspection. Inspection
reports should be used by the City to correct any deficiencies identified and are not intended to
be shared with regulatory inspectors.
Special Waste Review Assistance: ACC personnel will review special waste documentation as
provided by the City. ACC will review the proposed waste stream information for completeness
and provide input regarding EPD requirements for disposal in the Deans Bridge Road MSW
Landfill.
Reporting: ACC personnel will review compliance reports such as Quarterly tonnage reports
and other reports required by the facility permits prior to submission to EPD.
Five year permit review: In 2018, the Board of the Department of Natural Resources revised
the Rules for Solid Waste Management at the request of the Georgia Environmental Protection
Division (EPD) to provide for a permit review of all operating solid waste management facilities
every five years. The Augusta Phase 2C landfill permit at the Deans Bridge Road facility is in
the initial wave (Wave 1) of facilities to be reviewed. A permit review application for the facility
must be submitted to the EPD by September 1, 2019. As part of this scope, ACC will coordinate
and attend a kick-off meeting with EPD to discuss the scope of issues that EPD would like to
see addressed in the updated permit plans.
Budget Estimates
Initial Inspections: $5,000.00
Regular Inspections $12,000.00 (monthly)
Special Waste Assistance $1,000.00 (monthly)
Reporting Assistance $1,000.00 (monthly)
Five Year Permit Review Plan Updates: $2,500.00
The budget totals for three months of services is $49,500.00
Assumptions
To develop the Scope of Work Described above, we made the following Assumptions:
1. ACC personnel will travel to the Augusta, Georgia’s facilities and spend a maximum of
two (2) days onsite for the initial inspection and one (1) day onsite for regular
inspections;
2. ACC personnel will mobilize out of our Roswell Georgia office; and
3. Two (2) hard copies of each inspection report will be prepared and submitted to
Augusta, Georgia. Electronic (PDF) copies will be provided as instructed by the Augusta,
Georgia, if requested.
4. The five year permit efforts are limited to the initial meeting with EPD and follow-up
with the City on permitting options.
5. Should more than three months of the monthly budgeted services be required, an
additional or revised purchase order will be issued.
Engineering Services Committee Meeting
8/27/2019 1:15 PM
Authorize a change order to Atlantic Coast Consulting’s (ACC) current PO for the cost of additional
tasks.
Department:Environmental Services
Presenter:
Caption:Authorize a change order to Atlantic Coast Consulting’s (ACC)
current PO for the cost of additional tasks. The total cost of the
additional tasks is $49,500.00.
Background:Atlantic Coast Consulting (ACC) currently has a contract with
the Environmental Services Department to perform various
engineering/environmental related tasks, many of which are
required by GA EPD in order for our facility to maintain
compliance.
Analysis:In light of Environmental Services not currently having a
Director, there are additional tasks that require the assistance of
ACC. Below is the detail of the tasks requested and the estimate
for each as provided by ACC: Initial Inspections: $ 5,000.00
Regular Inspections $12,000.00 (monthly) Special Waste
Assistance $1,000.00 (monthly) Reporting Assistance $1,000.00
(monthly) Five Year Permit Review Plan Updates: $2,500.00
The budget totals for three months of services is $49,500.00 The
focus of additional ACC consulting services is to maintain
landfill GA EPD compliance until a new Director is brought on
board.
Financial Impact:The total cost of the additional tasks is $49,500.00; and will be
paid from funds allocated in ESD budget 541-04-
4210/52.12115.
Alternatives:1. Authorize the change order for additional work. 2. Do not
authorize the change order, which will impact landfill operations
and possible GA EPD compliance.
Recommendation:Authorize the change order for additional work.
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
The total cost of the additional tasks is $49,500.00; and will be
paid from funds allocated in ESD budget 541-04-
4210/52.12115.
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Finance.
Procurement.
Law.
Administrator.
Clerk of Commission
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Engineering Services Committee Meeting
8/27/2019 1:15 PM
Cherish Danforth
Department:
Presenter:
Caption:Presentation by Ms. Cherish Danforth regarding conditions of
Rocky Creek to Colony Park including erosion of land, flooding,
"temporary bridge".
Background:
Analysis:
Financial Impact:
Alternatives:
Recommendation:
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Alfred Benesch & Company
1005 Broad Street, Suite 200
Augusta, GA 30901
www.benesch.com
P 706-722-4114
F 706-722-6219
July 23, 2019
Augusta Engineering Department
Attention: Mr. Hameed Malik, P.E., PhD.
452 Walker St., Suite 110
Augusta, Georgia 30901
Reference: East Augusta Engineering and Construction Support
Proposal for Engineering and Construction Support Services (BEN #P2019015)
Dear Dr. Malik:
Benesch appreciates this opportunity to present a request for supplement fees to complete design of the East
Augusta Phase III - Brunswick Avenue and Azealia Street and to continue to provide engineering services during
the construction phase of the East Augusta Phase VIII – Marion Homes Drainage Improvements project.
As discussed in our meeting on June 5, 2019, we have exhausted the original design budgets for the remaining
phases of the East Augusta projects to manage construction services associated with the East Augusta Phase VIII
- Marion Homes Drainage Improvements Project.
The following briefly outlines our scope of services to finalize the construction plans and assist with bidding and
preconstruction for East Augusta Phase III – Brunswick Avenue & Azalea Street and continued construction
support services associated with East Augusta Phase VIII – Marion Homes Drainage Improvements Project. A
man hour sheet is also attached.
Engineering Design Services – East Augusta Phase III – Brunswick Ave. & Azealia St.
Final Construction Plans
· Benesch will finalize construction and erosion and sedimentation control drawings.
o Drawings are bring converted to new design standards.
· Incorporate utility relocation plans provided by utility owners.
· Provide opinion of probable construction cost.
Bidding and Pre-Construction
· Coordinate delivery of all bid documents with City of Augusta Purchasing Department.
· Attend pre-bid, bid opening and pre-construction meetings.
Construction Support Services
Field Engineering
· Through construction of the Marion Homes Drainage and Roads Improvement Project we will continue
to respond to requests for information, identify potential conflicts, and address any outstanding project
items. Additionally, as requested, we will provide field engineering services to address conflict
resolution and design modifications. Time commitments for construction support services are based
upon the following:
o 45 weekly construction meetings and miscellaneous inspections
o Project Manager (2 hrs. / week)
o Construction Inspector (4 hrs. / week)
Erosion Control Measures Inspections
· Complete inspections of the erosion control measures per the NPDES permit requirements.
o Inspection of final stabilization of permanent grassing.
Time Frame & Schedule
We understand that the East Augusta Phase III project is scheduled to go to bid this Summer. We have currently
been working to submit final construction plans for review to the Augusta Engineering Department by July 31st.
Regarding construction support services, Benesch will continue to provide field engineering services as
requested. As of this time there are approximately 45-weeks remaining in the construction contract.
Completion of Services & Additional Services
We respectfully propose to work on an hourly rate basis against the following not to exceed fee lump sum. The
lump sum fees are proposed given the assumed scope of work and professional time commitments noted
above. We will not provide services exceeding this amount without written authorization from the Augusta
Engineering Department. Monthly invoices will include a detailed breakdown of all time dedicated to the
project.
· Engineering Design Services East Augusta Phase III $ 19,200.00
· Construction Support Services $ 33,895.00
· Total Design and Engineering Support Services: $ 53,095.00
The proposed scope of work excludes the following services. Should these or other professional services be
required, Benesch will respectfully provide a supplemental proposal based on a mutually established scope of
work.
· Environmental Site Assessments / Environmental Permitting (NEPA, etc.)
· NPDES Stormwater Sampling and Testing
· Construction Materials Testing
Again, thank you for this opportunity to submit a request for supplemental fees. Should you have any questions,
please do not hesitate to contact our office.
Sincerely,
Alfred Benesch & Company
Victor Conover, P.E., C.F.M.
Project Manager
Attachments: Man-hour/Fee Estimate (2 Pages)
7/3/2019
Augusta, Georgia
Augusta Engineering Department
East Augusta Engineering and Construction Support
P2019015
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Project Manager 32 $145.00 $4,640.00
Senior Designer 58 $105.00 $6,090.00
Designer 0 $95.00 $0.00
CAD Designer 110 $75.00 $8,250.00
Admin 4 $55.00 $220.00
Total per Rate Schedule $19,200.00 $19,200.00
Subconsultant Costs Number Rate Est. Cost ($)
Total Subconsultant Costs $0.00
Total Proposed Fees $19,200.00
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Project Location:
Owner:
Project Name:
Benesch Proposal #:
6/25/2019
Augusta, Georgia
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Total per Rate Schedule $33,895.00 $33,895.00
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Total Proposed Fees $33,895.00
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Augusta-Richmond County, Georgia
CAPITAL PROJECT BUDGET
EAST AUGUSTA STREET AND DRAINAGE IMPROVEMENTS
Capital Project Budget is hereby authorized:
Section 1: This project is authorized to CPB#328-041110-211828101. This project proposes to award
Design Consultant Services Supplemental Agreement Three in the amount of $53,095 for the
to Alfred Benesch & Company (formally WR Toole Engineers). Funds are available in the construction
Section 2: The following revenues are anticipated to be available to the Consolidated Government to
complete the project.
SPLOST Urban Phase III Recapture $500,000
GDOT STATE AID CONTRACT $450,000
SPLOST PHASE VI $4,133,563
SPLOST IV Fund Balance $1,781,597
SPLOST VII $3,586,980
SPLOST VII $53,095
$10,505,235
Section 3: Copies of this Capital Project Budget shall be made available to the Comptroller for direction in
carrying out this project.
Adopted this ____________________ day of ______________________.
Approved
____________________________________________________________
Original-Commission Council Office
Copy-Engineering Department
Copy-Finance Department
Copy-Procurement Department
CPB#328-041110-211828101
BE IT ORDAINED by the Commission-Council of Augusta-Richmond County, Georgia that the following
Honorable Hardie Davis, Jr., Mayor
East Augusta Roadway and Drainage and Improvements Project (Marion Homes SPLOST VII),
budget account #: East Augusta Street and Drainage Improvement Project 328-041110-211828101.
1 of 2 08.16.2019
Augusta-Richmond County, Georgia
CAPITAL PROJECT BUDGET
EAST AUGUSTA STREET AND DRAINAGE IMPROVEMENTS
CPB#328-041110-211828101
CPB AMOUNT CPB NEW
SOURCE OF FUNDS CPB ADDITION CPB
URBAN SPLOST PHASE III RECAPTURE
327-041110-296812333 ($500,000)($500,000)
GDOT STATE AID CONTRACT ($450,000)($450,000)
SPLOST PHASE VI ($3,200,000)($3,200,000)
328-041110-5414110-211828101
($933,563)($933,563)
SPLOST PHASE VI
328-041110-5414110-211828102
SPOLST IV FUND BALANCE ($1,781,597)($1,781,597)
SPLOST PHASE VII ($3,586,980) ($53,095) ($3,640,075)
TOTAL SOURCES:($10,452,140) ($53,095) ($10,505,235)
USE OF FUNDS
ENGINEERING
327-04-1110-5212115-209812101 $950,000 $950,000
ENGINEERING
328-04-1110-5212115-211828101
328-04-1110-5414110-211828102 $3,200,000 $3,200,000
ROADS
328-041110-5414110/211828101-5414110 $1,781,597 $1,781,597
ROADS
329-041110-5414110/217829109-5414110 $3,586,980 $53,095 $3,586,980
328-041110-5414110-211828102 $933,563 $933,563
TOTAL USES:$10,452,140 $53,095 $10,505,235
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AUGUSTA-RICHMOND COUNTY
ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT
SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT
(SA02 – For changes greater than $20,000) August 2019
WHEREAS, We, W. R. Toole Engineers., entered into a contract with Augusta-Richmond County on March
17, 2009, for Engineering Design Services for East Augusta Roadway & Drainage Improvement Project,
File Reference No. 09-014 (A), and
WHEREAS, certain revisions to the design requested by Augusta-Richmond County are not covered by the
scope of the original contract, we desire to submit the following Supplemental Agreement to-wit:
Engineering Design Services – East Augusta Phase III – Brunswick Ave &
Azaelia St and continued construction support services associated with East
Augusta Ph VIII
It is agreed that as a result of the above described modification the contract amount is increased by
$53,095.00 from $1,062,612.00 to a new total of $1,115,707.00.
Any modifications to submittal dates shall be as identified in the attached proposal. This agreement in no
way modifies or changes the original contract of which it becomes a part, except as specifically stated
herein.
NOW, THEREFORE, We, W.R. Toole Engineers, hereby agree to said Supplemental Agreement consisting
of the above mentioned items and prices, and agree that this Supplemental Agreement is hereby made a
part of the original contract to be performed under the specifications thereof, and that the original
contract is in full force and effect, except insofar as it might be modified by this Supplemental Agreement.
This _________ day of _____________, 2019.
RECOMMEND FOR APPROVAL:
CITY OF AUGUSTA-RICHMOND COUNTY W. R. TOOLE ENGINEERS, INC.,
AUGUSTA, GEORGIA
Mayor Hardie Davis, Jr.
Approved: Date Approved: Date
[ATTACHED CORPORATE SEAL]
ATTEST: ATTEST:
Title: ____________________________ Title: ____________________________
Augusta Richmond County Project Number(s): 328-041110-211828101
Supplemental Agreement Number: 3
Purchase Order Number: 163878
Engineering Services Committee Meeting
8/27/2019 1:15 PM
East Augusta Roadway and Drainage Improvements
Department:Engineering
Presenter:
Caption:Approve funding for Design Consultant Services Supplemental
Agreement Three to Alfred Benesch & Company (formally WR
Toole Engineers) in the amount of $53,095 for the East Augusta
Roadway and Drainage Project as requested by the AED. RFQ
06-202
Background:The East Augusta Street and Drainage Improvement project is
an identified and partially funded project to address flooding and
associated roadway improvements in the East Augusta area
bounded by East Boundary Street, the Levee, I-520 and Laney
Walker Blvd. The project consists of eight (8) phases. The
current status of the project is: design for all phases completed
and Phases 1 & 2 are constructed. Phase VIII (Marion Homes) is
under construction and Phase III (Brunswick Ave. & Azealia
St.) is ready to let. Construction phase of Phase III
improvements requires creation of final construction plan and
construction filed engineering support services for reviewing
design related various submittals/request for information to be
reviewed and approved that warrants design engineer services.
Analysis:On March 3, 2009 approved award of design phases of the
project to WR Toole Engineers (now Alfred Benesh &
Company). The project phase III design is complete and ready
for construction. This supplemental agreement covers services
preparation of final construction plans and during construction
bidding and construction phase for contractor request for field
information, utility conflicts assessment & resolution, field
engineering, and attending construction progress meetings.
Financial Impact:Funds are available in Project SPLOST VII funds.
Alternatives:1). Do not approve and find alternative to complete the project.
Recommendation:Approve funding for Design Consultant Services Supplemental
Agreement Three to Alfred Benesch & Company (formally WR
Toole Engineers) in the amount of $53,095 for the East Augusta
Roadway and Drainage Project as requested by the AED. RFQ
06-202.
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
SPLOST FUNDS: 329-041110-5414110 / 217829109-5414110
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Finance.
Procurement.
Law.
Administrator.
Clerk of Commission
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July 19, 2019
Hameed Malik, Ph.D., P.E.
Director, Augusta Engineering Department
452 Walker St., Suite 100
Augusta, GA 30901
Re: Proposal to Provide Streambank Stabilization Design Services and Constraint Review – Concept Phase
Project Area: Morningside Drive
Dr. Malik,
Pond is excited to deliver this scope of work and fee estimate to provide desktop study and survey review, concept
design, and constraint review/permitting analysis related to the proposed stabilization of the unnamed perennial
tributary to Raes Creek/Lake Olmstead located west of Morningside Drive. The project area or stream reach
considered in this proposal is limited to the channel located between Morningside Drive and John C. Calhoun
Expressway.
Task 1 – Desktop Study and Reference Reach Survey
Pond will complete a thorough review of information to be provided by the City (e.g., topographic survey, previous
design plans & CAD, previous permit application packages, etc.). Pond will complete a desktop analysis of the
project and vicinity including review of historic aerials, topography, and hydrography of the site to understand
changes in the watershed and landuse that may have affected the stream over time. Because the City has already
acquired topographic survey, Pond will not need to obtain additional survey for this exercise. Pond will conduct a
reference reach survey which is necessary to develop appropriate natural channel design criteria.
Task 2 – Concept Design
Pond will produce up to three (3) concept designs (layout and profile) based on information provided by the City,
the site visit (conducted July 15th, 2019), and the findings of Task 1. The concept depict general bank stabilization
techniques for the stream reach and will be produced in AutoCad. Rough Order of Magnitude design and
construction costs will be provided. Pond will deliver the concept designs electronically as well as on large full-size
prints (one copy).
Task 3 – Constraint Review & Permitting Analysis
Pond will provide a constraint review and permitting analysis that identifies major challenges or requirements
that would need to be addressed as part of any future project (e.g., land/property needs, public outreach, utility
conflicts, permitting, etc.). This includes review of the previous permit applications and discussion with USACE
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regulators to determine their interests or concerns with the previous project design. Pond would conclude this
task with a written summary report.
Task 4 – In-person Concept Review Meeting
Pond’s Project Manager and lead stream designer will participate in an in-person review meeting at the City office
to discuss the concept design, constraints, and path forward.
Fees per Task
Pond proposes to complete the professional services specifically stated above for the lump-sum fees listed below:
Task I – Desktop Study and Survey Review $2,500
Task 2 – Concept Design $4,000
Task 3 – Constraint Review & Permitting Analysis $1,200
Task 4 – In-person Review Meeting $2,000
Total Fee: $9,700
Conditions of Service
1. This fee does not include: engineering design beyond concept streambank stabilization layout and profile;
hydraulics and hydrology studies; field studies; Phase I/II Environmental Site Assessment; inperson
meetings with regulators; or permit preparation. Pond assumes that any necessary public outreach or
land access permissions would be conducted by the City.
2. Services not specifically included in the proposal, or material changes requested after professional
services have commenced, will be considered additional/out of scope services and will be approved via a
contract change order prior to commencement of the additional work.
Schedule
The concept design and summary report would be delivered within 30 days of NTP. The City would provide the
existing survey data, previous design files, and previous permit applications prior to or concurrent with NTP.
We appreciate your time and consideration in reviewing our proposal. If you have any questions or require further
information, please contact me at 706.255.0852 or martingi@pondco.com.
Sincerely,
Pond
Glenn Martin, PWS, CE
Environmental Project Manager
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July 19, 2019
Hameed Malik, Ph.D., P.E.
Director, Augusta Engineering Department
452 Walker St., Suite 100
Augusta, GA 30901
Re: Proposal to Provide Streambank Stabilization Design Services and Constraint Review – Concept Phase
Project Area: Sandpiper Lane
Dr. Malik,
Pond is excited to deliver this scope of work and fee estimate to provide desktop study and survey review, concept
design, and constraint review/permitting analysis related to the proposed stabilization of the unnamed perennial
tributary to Cranes Creek located between Sandpiper Lane and Ravenwood Drive. The project area or stream
reach considered in this proposal is approximately 1,500 linear feet in length.
Task 1 – Desktop Study and Field Survey,
Pond will complete a thorough review of information to be provided by the City (e.g., LIDAR). Pond will complete
a desktop analysis of the project and vicinity including review of historic aerials, topography, and hydrography of
the site to understand changes in the watershed and landuse that may have affected the stream over time.
Because current field-run topo does not exist for this stream reach, Pond will conduct an existing conditions survey
of the stream channel. Pond will also conduct a reference reach survey which is necessary to develop appropriate
natural channel design criteria.
Task 2 – Concept Design
Pond will produce one (1) concept design (layout and profile) based on information provided by the City, the site
visit (conducted July 15th, 2019), and the findings of Task 1. The concept will depict general bank stabilization
techniques for the stream reach and will be produced in AutoCad. Rough Order of Magnitude design and
construction costs will be provided. Pond will deliver the concept design electronically as well as on large full-size
prints (one copy).
Task 3 – Constraint Review & Permitting Analysis
Pond will provide a constraint review and permitting analysis that identifies major challenges or requirements
that would need to be addressed as part of any future project (e.g., land/property needs, public outreach, utility
conflicts, permitting, etc.). Pond would conclude this task with a written summary report.
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Task 4 – In-person Concept Review Meeting
Pond’s Project Manager and lead stream designer will participate in an in-person review meeting at the City office
to discuss the concept design, constraints, and path forward.
Fees per Task
Pond proposes to complete the professional services specifically stated above for the lump-sum fees listed below:
Task I – Desktop Study and Survey Review $5,500
Task 2 – Concept Design $6,000
Task 3 – Constraint Review & Permitting Analysis $800
Task 4 – In-person Review Meeting $2,000
Total Fee: $14,300
Conditions of Service
1. This fee does not include: engineering design beyond concept streambank stabilization layout and profile;
hydraulics and hydrology studies; field studies; Phase I/II Environmental Site Assessment; inperson
meetings with regulators; or permit preparation. Existing conditions survey is limited to the stream
channel and does not include survey of fences, structures, utilities, topography, etc. Pond assumes that
any necessary public outreach or land access permissions would be conducted by the City.
2. Services not specifically included in the proposal, or material changes requested after professional
services have commenced, will be considered additional/out of scope services and will be approved via a
contract change order prior to commencement of the additional work.
Schedule
The concept design and summary report would be delivered within 30 days of NTP. The City would provide the
existing relevant information prior to or concurrent with NTP.
We appreciate your time and consideration in reviewing our proposal. If you have any questions or require further
information, please contact me at 706.255.0852 or martingi@pondco.com.
Sincerely,
Pond
Glenn Martin, PWS, CE
Environmental Project Manager
REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS
TO PROVIDE
PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING SERVICES
FOR
STREAMBANK STABILIZATION DESIGN, PERMITTING and
CONSTRUCTION
AREA-WDIE WATERSHED MANGEMENT PROJECT
AUGUSTA, GA
AUGUSTA ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT
PROJECT SCOPE & ISSUES
Augusta, GA Engineering Department is currently requesting specific professional services from qualified
professional firms with experience in streambank stabilization and associated regulatory permitting to develop
comprehensive stream bank restoration program including evaluation of existing conditions and contributing
factors, design standards, warranted improvements design and construction plans, and engineering probable
opinion of construction cost.
1. PROJECT OBJECTIVE
The objective of Stream Bank Restoration and Improvements project in areas experiencing localized property
damages is to implement control measures and improvements that mitigate the failing banks conditions in
these areas and restore these banks in ecofriendly manner. Due to lack of area specific contributing factors
information, specific improvements cannot be identified without detail analysis of geomorphological and
hydrological condition at impacted segment of the creek. Therefore, we understand that this project, and
subsequently our scope of work, will be structured accordingly.
Work will be released as Task Order and completed in various phases depending size of drainage area of the
designated area and construction funding allocation. Augusta Engineering may select up to three qualified
firms under this RFQ.
2. CRITICAL EXPERIENCE:
The proposed team should demonstrate their capacity for success on projects involving restoration and
naturalization of stream systems in Southeast, preferably in Georgia and Carolina area. The assigned team
must have a strong understanding, and success in the application of the underlying principles of stream bank
restoration using a combination of engineered and bioremediation techniques. Specific desired qualifications
include:
An understanding of waterbody flow processes and the application of fluvial geomorphology and
restoration principles
An understanding of waterbody ecology and ecosystem-based habitat restoration
An understanding of engineering aspects of waterbody alluvial geomorphology and ecology, and the
application of engineering services to stream restoration with specific focus on development of
bioengineered/vegetative stabilization and stream bank restoration practices
Experience developing concept, preliminary design and construction plans for stream bank restoration
projects
Experience conducting sediment management analysis
Successful preparation of federal and state permit applications and approvals, and associated plans for
stream restoration projects
A demonstrated ability to meet project goals within the projected timeline
The selected consultant may be asked to provide some or all of the following services to analyze and document
existing and future flooding problems, and potential solutions to noted drainage problems within the areas
defined under released Task Order.
3. PROJECT SCOPE OF SERVICES:
The project scope of work shall include the following:
• Assessment of available relevant studies and data.
• Data collection including survey, as required, to verify existing conditions and drainage conveyance system.
• Detailed analysis of known and potential stream banks failing issues.
• Preparation of an overall stream bank restoration plan for the selected service area.
• Preparation of phased Improvements Construction Plan that includes budget estimates for proposed
improvements.
• Recommended prioritization of phased construction.
Alternative Analysis and Findings:
1. Create an alternatives analysis for problem area remedy.
2. Create Summary Report of findings
3. Summary of the existing drainage system;
4. List of priority projects
The selected firm will prepare recommendations to proactively protect property damage from stream erosion
and other threats. Recommendations could include feasibility studies, detailed construction drawings, and
specifications for stream bank stabilization; stream restoration; Stream work will be completed using natural
channel design where feasible. All designs must comply with the requirements of local, state (GA EPD), and
federal (USACE Savannah District) regulatory agencies.
4. SELECTION CRITERIA:
The Selection Team will only consider those firms who are able to demonstrate the following qualification
requirement(s):
A. Specialized experience of firm and related experience on projects of similar scope.
B. Expertise in urban stream and stream bank restoration design and regulatory permitting.
C. Past performance by the lead consulting firm, sub-consultants, and their employees on similar
projects.
D. Adequate staff with applicable and specialized expertise within the lead consulting firm and all
sub-consultants, and current workload.
E. Proposed project approach, including design team and sub-consultants; team organization and
structure; proposed schedule; and understanding of Project objectives.
F. Recent experience with maintaining schedules and budgets on relevant projects,
demonstrating expertise in cost control, quality of work, and ability to meet schedules, and
record of successfully completed projects without major legal or technical problems.
G. Demonstrated experience conducting public meetings.
H. Other factors relevant to the Project, including previous client satisfaction level.
I. Understanding of the area and context where the project is located.
5. SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS:
Submittals of Firm information and qualifications should be no more than ( 15) pages in length (exclusive of
cover and index sheets) and should include the following information.
A. Cover Letter
The cover letter may be up to two pages, and should identify the Prime Firm and all firms proposed for the
team. Include a contact telephone number and email address in the event the project manager needs to share
follow-up information. The letter must be signed and dated by an official authorized by the prime consultant.
B. Company Qualification
The section should demonstrate the firm’s overall qualifications to fulfill the requirements of the scope of work
along with the following:
1. Project understanding.
2. Summary of team organization.
3. Approach to Scope of Work including proposed deliverables. The approach should be responsive to the
items presented in this RFQ, but can be enhanced where it can be shown that doing so benefits the
project.
4. Proposed timeline and deliverables schedule, with interim dates or deliverables, demonstrating an
understanding of any federal, state, and local reviews required. The timeline shall commence as shown in
the Submission Schedule and Key Dates.
C. Team Qualifications
The Team Qualifications section should elaborate on the general information presented in the introduction to
establish the credentials and experience of the prime consultant and its team to undertake this type of project.
The following must be included:
1. Team Organization Chart showing all firms, contractual relationship between firms, and names of specific
staff proposed for this project, including their titles.
2. Identify a minimum of five similar projects the firm, acting as prime contractor, has conducted which
demonstrate its ability to conduct and manage the project. Examples should have been completed within
the past seven years. Provide a synopsis of each project and include the name of the project, project
location, client name, date completed, amount of the firm’s contract, and contact person.
3. If sub-consultants are involved, provide corresponding information describing their qualifications as
requested in paragraph two above. All sub-consultants shall also show a minimum of three similar projects
completed in the past seven years.
D. Team Experience
The Team Experience section must provide the professional credentials and experience of the persons
assigned to the project. Although standard resumes may be included, identify pertinent team experience to be
applied to this project. Specifically, the City is interested in the experience, expertise, and total quality of the
consultant’s proposed team. If principals of the firm will not be actively involved in the project, do not list
them. The submittal shall clearly indicate the Project Manager, and other key team members, and their
qualifications. The following must be included:
1. Complete description of team organization including identification of the Project Manager, key personnel,
office location, and roles and responsibilities of all sub-consultants.
2. Responsibilities to be fulfilled by each team member assigned to the Project. The description of
responsibilities shall include an estimated percentage of the total project that is to be completed by each
individual team member.
4. Ability of all sub-consultants to provide and maintain a local presence during the course of the Project. At a
minimum, the Project Manager shall demonstrate availability for numerous coordination meetings that
will take place in Augusta.
5. Current workload and firm/team capacity.
E. Technical Approach
The Technical Approach section must provide information on the consultant’s understanding an approach to
accomplishing the Project. The following must be included:
1. Project approach
2. Understanding of the area where the project is located
3. Approach to public outreach and public relations
4. Process for evaluation of alternatives, identifying permits and permit agencies, site and environmental
analysis, if applicable
5. Knowledge and specific experience in stream and stream bank restoration design and construction
practices
6. Management tools, techniques, and procedures used to maintain project schedules
F. References
The consultant must provide a minimum of three references which the City may contact regarding
qualifications and past performance. All three references must be familiar with projects for which members of
the submittal team have participated, including the designated Project Manager.
Sub-consultants shall provide a minimum of two references.
1. Name of Organization and Contact
2. Title of Contact
3. Address (delivery and email)
4. Telephone Numbers
6. EVALUATION CRITERIA:
Evaluation Process
All Qualifications will be evaluated by an Augusta, Georgia Selection Committee (Committee). The Committee may be
composed of Augusta, Georgia staff and other parties that may have expertise or experience in the services described
herein. The Committee will review the submittals and will rank the proposers. The evaluation of the Qualifications shall be
within the sole judgment and discretion of the Committee. All contacts during the evaluation phase shall be through the
Augusta, Georgia Procurement Office only. Proposers shall neither contact nor lobby evaluators during the evaluation
process. Attempts by Proposer to contact members of the Committee may jeopardize the integrity of the evaluation and
selection process and risk possible disqualification of Proposer.
The Committee will evaluate each proposal meeting the qualification requirements set forth in this RFQ. Proposers should
bear in mind that any proposal that is unrealistic in terms of the technical or schedule commitments may be deemed
reflective of an inherent lack of technical competence or indicative of a failure to comprehend the complexity and risk of
Augusta, Georgia’s requirements as set forth in this RFQ.
If needed, the selection process will include oral interviews. The consultant will be notified of the time and place of oral
interviews and if any additional information that may be required to be submitted.
Cumulative Scores will include the totals from Phase 1 – items 1 through 10. It is the intent of the Owner to conduct a fair
and comprehensive evaluation of all Qualifications received. The contract for this project/service will be awarded to the
proposer who submitted a proposal that is most advantageous to the Owner.
Evaluation Criteria
Qualifications will be evaluated according to each Evaluation Criteria, and scored on a zero to five point rating. The scores
for all the Evaluation Criteria will then be multiplied according to their assigned weight to arrive at a weighted score for
each proposal. A proposal with a high weighted total will be deemed of higher quality than a proposal with a lesser-
weighted total. The final maximum score for any project/service is five hundred (500) points.
Rating Scale
0 Not
Acceptable
Non-responsive, fails to meet RFQ specifications. The approach has no probability
of success. For mandatory requirement this score will result in disqualification of
proposal.
1 Poor
Below average, falls short of expectations, is substandard to that which is the
average or expected norm, has a low probability of success in achieving
project/service objectives per RFQ.
2 Fair Has a reasonable probability of success, however, some objectives may not be
met.
3 Average
Acceptable, achieves all objectives in a reasonable fashion per RFQ specification.
This will be the baseline score for each item with adjustments based on
interpretation of proposal by Evaluation Committee members.
4 Above
Average/Good
Very good probability of success, better than that which is average or expected as
the norm. Achieves all objectives per RFQ requirements and expectations.
5 Excellent/
Exceptional
Exceeds expectations, very innovative, clearly superior to that which is average or
expected as the norm. Excellent probability of success and in achieving all
objectives and meeting RFQ specification.
1. Completeness of Response (Pass/Fail)
a. Responses to this RFQ must be complete. Responses that do not include the proposal content
requirements identified within this RFQ and subsequent addenda and do not address each of the items
listed below will be considered incomplete, be rated a Fail in the Evaluation Criteria and will receive no
further consideration. Responses that are rated a Fail and are not considered may be picked up at the
delivery location or returned to the vendor (at vendor’s expense). Please provide shipping instructions
and/or fees upon the completion of the competitive process.
Conflict of Interest Statement (Pass/Fail)
b. Discloses any financial, business or other relationship with the Augusta, Georgia that may have an impact
upon the outcome of the contract or the construction project/service.
c. Lists current clients who may have a financial interest in the outcome of this contract or the construction
project/service that will follow.
d. Discloses any financial interest or relationship with any construction company that might submit a bid on
the construction project/ service.
2. Qualifications & Experience (15 points)
a. Relevant experience, specific qualifications, and technical expertise of the firm and sub-
consultants/proposers to conduct the required services as listed in this RFQ and adhering to all required
license requirement for federal, state and local services.
3. Organization & Approach (20 points)
a. Describes familiarity of project/service and demonstrates understanding of work completed to date and
project/service objectives moving forward
b. Roles and Organization of Proposed Team
i. Proposes adequate and appropriate disciplines of project/service team.
ii. Some or all of team members have previously worked together on similar project/service(s).
iii. Overall organization of the team is relevant to Augusta, Georgia needs.
c. Project and Management Approach
i. Team is managed by an individual with appropriate experience in similar project/services. This
person’s time is appropriately committed to the project/service.
ii. Team successfully addresses all requirements of this RFQ.
iii. The team and management approach responds to project/service issues. Team structure
provides adequate capability to perform both volume and quality of needed work within
project/service schedule milestones.
d. Roles of Key Individuals on the Team
i. Proposed team members, as demonstrated by enclosed resumes, have relevant experience for
their role in the project/service.
ii. Key positions required to execute the project/service team’s responsibilities are appropriately
staffed.
e. Working Relationship with Augusta, Georgia
i. Team and its leaders have experience working in the public sector and knowledge of public
sector procurement process.
ii. Team leadership understands the nature of public sector work and its decision-making process.
iii. Proposal responds to need to assist Augusta, Georgia during the /service.
4. Scope of Services to be Provided (15 points)
a. Detailed Scope of Services to be Provided
i. Proposed scope of services is appropriate for all phases of the work.
ii. Scope addresses all known project/service needs and appears achievable in the timeframes set
forth in the project/service schedule.
b. Project Deliverables
i. Deliverables are appropriate to schedule and scope set forth in above requirements.
c. Cost Control and Budgeting Methodology
i. Proposer has a system or process for managing cost and budget.
ii. Evidence of successful budget management for a similar project/service.
5. Schedule of Work (10 points)
a. Schedule shows completion of the work within or preferably prior to the Augusta, Georgia overall time
limits as specified in the RFQ.
b. The schedule serves as a project/service timeline, stating all major milestones and required submittals for
project/service management and applicable law compliance.
c. The schedule addresses all knowledgeable phases of the project/service, in accordance with the general
requirements of this RFQ.
d. Provide a Time-Logic Scale Critical Path Method (CPM) schedule with start and finish dates.
6. Proximity to Area (10 points)
a. Within Richmond County 10 points
b. Within CSRA 8 points
c. Within Georgia 6points
d. Within SE United States (includes AL, TN, NC, SC, FL) 4 points
e. All Others 2 points
7. References (5 points)
8. Financial and equipment statements
9. Presentation by Team (10 points) (Optional)
a. Team presentation conveying project/service understanding, communication skills, innovative ideas,
critical issues and solutions.
b. of at least three (3) agencies you currently or have previously Presentation by Team (10 points) (Optional)
c. Team presentation conveying project/service understanding, communication skills, innovative ideas,
critical issues and solutions.
d. Consulted for in the past three (3) years.
10. Q&A Response to Panel Questions (5 points) (Optional)
a. Proposer provides responses to various interview panel questions.
Augusta, Georgia reserves the right to reject any or all RFQs, waive irregularities in any statement, accept or reject all or
any part of any statement, waive any requirement of the proposals, and re-advertise as may be deemed in the best interest
of Augusta, Georgia. The Owner also maintains the right to negotiate with any firm, as necessary, to serve the best interests
of Owner.
The Owner will not be liable for any costs incurred by the firm prior to the signing of a contract.
Weighted scores for each Proposal will be assigned utilizing the table below:
Phase 1
No. Evaluation Criteria Rating
(0-5) Weight
Score
(Rating *
Weight)
1
Completeness of Response
Package submitted by the deadline
Package is complete (includes requested information as required
per this solicitation)
Attachment B is complete, signed and notarized
N/A Pass/Fail Pass/Fail
2 Qualifications & Experience 15
3 Organization & Approach 20
4
Scope of Services The project scope of work shall include the following:
• Assessment of available relevant studies and data.
• Data collection including survey, as required, to verify existing
conditions and drainage conveyance system.
• Detailed analysis of known and potential stream banks failing issues.
• Preparation of an overall stream bank restoration plan for the selected
service area.
• Preparation of phased Improvements Construction Plan that includes
budget estimates for proposed improvements.
• Recommended prioritization of phased construction.
15
5 Schedule of Work 10
6 Proximity to Area 10
7 References 5
8 Financial and Equipment statements 10
(Optional – Numbers 9 and 10) Rating
(0-5) Weight
Score
(Rating *
Weight)
9 Presentation by Team 10
10 Q&A Response to Panel Questions 5
Total: 100
Qualifications will be evaluated according to each Evaluation Criteria, and scored on a zero to five point rating. The scores for all the
Evaluation Criteria will then be multiplied according to their assigned weight to arrive at a weighted score for each proposal. A proposal
with a high weighted total will be deemed of higher quality than a proposal with a lesser-weighted total. The final maximum score for
any project/service is five hundred (500) points.
Engineering Services Committee Meeting
8/27/2019 1:15 PM
Engineering Services for Streambank Stabilization Design, Permitting and Construction
Department:Engineering
Presenter:
Caption:Approve Initial Phase funding for Streambank Stabilization
Design, Permitting and Construction Engineering Services
Agreement to Pond & Company in the amount of $14,300 for
Sandpipe Lane Site and $9,700 for Morningside Drive Site as
requested by the AED. RFQ 19-152
Background:Streambank erosion and failure are noted county-wide and its
impact has negative impact on adjacent properties. The objective
of Stream Bank Restoration and Improvements project in areas
experiencing localized property damages is to implement control
measures and improvements that mitigate the failing banks
conditions in these areas and restore these banks in an
ecofriendly manner. On May 7, 2019 Commission approved
award of Streambank Stabilization Design, Permitting and
Construction Engineering Services Agreement to three qualified
firms including Pond & Company. W ork is released as Phased
Task Order.
Analysis:Due to lack of area specific contributing factors information,
specific improvements cannot be identified without detail
analysis of geomorphological and hydrological condition at
impacted segment of the creek. Requested funding approval is
for Task Order one – Initial Phase services at two sites;
Sandpipe Lane site and Morningside Drive. Services are
provided by Pond & Company.
Financial Impact:Stormwater Utility Funds.
Alternatives:1). Do not approve and find alternative to address county-wide
streambank restoration needs.
Recommendation:
Approve Initial Phase funding for Streambank Stabilization
Design, Permitting and Construction Engineering Services
Agreement to Pond & Company in the amount of $14,300 for
Sandpipe Lane Site and $9,700 for Morningside Drive Site as
requested by the AED. RFQ 19-152
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
Stormwater Utility Funds 581-044320-5211120
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Finance.
Law.
Administrator.
Clerk of Commission
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8/27/2019 1:15 PM
Engineering Services for Utilities Department Projects on Fort Gordon
Department:Utilities
Presenter:Tom Wiedmeier
Caption:Consider proposal from Goodwyn, Mills and Cawood, Inc.
(GMC) to provide engineering and construction services for
Utilities Department’s Fort Gordon Screening and Equalization
Improvements project, Irrigation Water Treatment Plant Valve
Actuation Improvements project and Cross Basin Lift Station
and Force Main project in the amount of $126,120.
Background:Augusta Utilities Department (AUD) is the contracted water,
sanitary sewer, and non-potable irrigation utility provider for
Fort Gordon. Fort Gordon is undergoing a post-wide
transformation with new construction and renovation programs
as the Cyber Center of Excellence. Fort Gordon’s growth is
driving numerous AUD water and sanitary sewer capital
projects. Goodwyn, Mills and Cawood, Inc. (GMC) is well
suited to perform the mechanical, instrumentation and control,
and electrical scopes on these projects. Furthermore, GMC’s
services on these projects would help AUD’s management and
inspection workload regarding the large number of construction
projects on Fort Gordon. Thus, AUD requests GMC perform
design and construction services on following projects. GMC
proposes to complete bid documents and perform construction
services for the Screening and Equalization Improvements
project at the Fort Gordon Siphon. This project would construct
piping from the existing Equalization Tank to three currently
mothballed digester tanks on site. This would add one million
gallons equalization tankage capacity. The project also adds
screens to the two siphon influent locations to reduce debris
entering the siphon, which will improve siphon operations.
GMC proposes to design and perform construction services for
Fort Gordon Irrigation Water Treatment Plant (IWTP) Valve
Actuation Improvements. This project would replace 16
pneumatic actuated valves with electrically actuated valves.
This improvement would complete the plant valve actuator
conversion from air to electric. GMC proposes to provide
construction services on the Cross Basin Lift Station and Force
Main project. This project will manage Fort Gordon’s
increasing wastewater flow by rerouting more flow to AUD’s
Butler Creek Sanitary Sewer Interceptor. GMC performed the
design and their proposal to perform construction services would
be very efficient for the project. The cost for GMC to provide
engineering services will be recovered within AUD’s budget
paid by Fort Gordon.
Analysis:Based upon their qualifications as preapproved consultants
under RFQ #18-132 Engineering Consultant Services for
Utilities, the Utilities Department recommends contracting with
Goodwyn, Mills and Cawood, Inc. to perform engineering and
construction services for the Fort Gordon projects. Utilities
Department requests approval in the amount of $126,120.00 to
fund the proposed services.
Financial Impact:$126,120.00 funding is available from the following accounts:
507043490-5212115/88888888-5212115.
Alternatives:No alternatives are recommended.
Recommendation:Recommend approval for Utilities Department to contract with
Goodwyn, Mills and Cawood, Inc. for the proposed services in
the amount of $126,120.00.
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
Funds are available in the following accounts: 507043490-
5212115/88888888-5212115.
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Finance.
Procurement.
Law.
Administrator.
Clerk of Commission
Engineering Services Committee Meeting
8/27/2019 1:15 PM
Georgia Power Amendment to Governmental Encroachment Agreement 30894
Department:Augusta Utilities
Presenter:Tom Wiedmeier
Caption:Consider approving an amendment to the Georgia Power
Governmental Encroachment Agreement for Easement #30894.
Background:On September 19, 2006, Augusta entered into a Governmental
Encroachment Agreement, with Georgia Power, for the Rocky
Creek Sanitary Sewer Project. Since that time, the project has
been changed, from a gravity sanitary sewer to a force main.
This necessitated a change to the area needed, in the original
agreement, so that a lift station could be incorporated.
Analysis:Georgia Power has agreed to the new design and, by this
amendment, establishes the new area, to be used, for the project.
Financial Impact:None
Alternatives:Deny approval for the amendment to the Georgia Power
Governmental Encroachment Agreement for Easement #30894.
Recommendation:Approve the amendment to the Georgia Power Governmental
Encroachment Agreement for Easement #30894.
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
N/A
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Finance.
Procurement.
Law.
Administrator.
Clerk of Commission
Engineering Services Committee Meeting
8/27/2019 1:15 PM
Georgia Vitrified Brick & Clay Easement Exchange
Department:Augusta Utilities
Presenter:Tom Wiedmeier
Caption:Consider approving an Easement Abandonment and Deed of
Dedication for New Easement with Georgia Vitrified Brick and
Clay.
Background:In 2003, the Augusta Utilities Department acquired a sanitary
sewer easement, from Georgia Vitrified Brick and Clay. It has
come to AUD's attention that the plat, which was used to acquire
the easement, was incorrect. Georgia Vitrified Brick and Clay
has agreed to give Augusta a new easement over the actual
location of the sanitary sewer pipeline and AUD would like to
abandon the existing, incorrect, sewer easement.
Analysis:The sanitary sewer is not in the location indicated on the existing
plat "Exhibit A", so Augusta has no need, for it. Augusta does,
however, need an easement over the pipeline, in its correct
location, shown on "Exhibit B".
Financial Impact:None
Alternatives:Deny approval of an Easement Abandonment and Deed of
Dedication for New Easement, with Georgia Vitrified Brick and
Clay.
Recommendation:Approve an Easement Abandonment and Deed of Dedication for
New Easement, with Georgia Vitrified Brick and Clay.
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
N/A
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Finance.
Procurement.
Law.
Administrator.
Clerk of Commission
Engineering Services Committee Meeting Commission Chamber - 811312019
ATTENDANCE:
Present: Hons. M. Williams, Chairman; Hasan, Vice Chairman; Garreff
and Frantom, members.
Absent: Hon. Hardie Davis, Jr., Mayor.
ENGINEERING SERVICES
1. Approve a one-year extension of the contract
(CNG) maintenance services with Atlanta Gas
The total cost for the extension is $75,000.00.
Motions
Motion;""'"" Motion Text Made ByI ype Seconded By
Motion to
^ aDDrove.APProve vtotion passes
4-0.
for Compressed Natural Gas Item
and Light (AGL) Resources. Action:
Approved
Commisioner Sean CommissionerFrantom Ben Hasan
Motion
Result
Passes
2. Approve ESD to utilize the Georgia EPD Local Government Scrap Tire Item
Abatement Program and authorize the Administrator and Mayor to execute Action:
Agreements and Required Documents. Approved
Motions
Motion Motion TextI ype
Motion to refer this item
to the full Commission
Approve with no
recommendation.
Motion Passes 4-0.
Seconded By ffiXil
Commisioner:--------------- Passessean lrantom
Made By
Commissioner
Ben Hasan
3.
Authorize a change order to Atlanta Gas Light's (AGL) current purchase Item
Order (PO). Action:
Approved
Motions
X:11" Motion Text Made By seconded By Motion
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Motion to
Approve ffiL',oJ'iurr., f;mmisioner
Sean S:f#Hf"' passes
4_0.
4. Motion to approve the minutes of the Engineering Services Commiuee held Item
on July 30,2019. Action:
Approved
Motions
*j:" Motion Texr Made By Seconded By MotionIYPe ' ---- -r Result
Motion to
^ approve. Commisioner Sean CommissionerApprove Motion passes Frantom Ben Hasan Passes
4-0.
www.augustaga.gov
Engineering Services Committee Meeting
8/27/2019 1:15 PM
Minutes
Department:
Presenter:
Caption:Motion to approve the minutes of the Engineering Services
Committee held on August 13, 2019.
Background:
Analysis:
Financial Impact:
Alternatives:
Recommendation:
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
THIS RESOLUTION OF THE AUGUSTA-RICHMOND COUNTY COMMISSION TO
ABANDON EAST TELFAIR STREET AS A PART OF THE ROAD SYSTEM OF
AUGUSTA;
THIS RESOLUTION, adopted by the Augusta-Richmond County Commission
(“Commission”);
WHEREAS, it has been proposed that the Commission make a determination that East
Telfair Street as shown on the attached plat, has ceased to be used by the public to the extent that
no substantial public purpose is served by it or that its removal from the county road system is
otherwise in the best public interest and that the right-of-way should be abandoned as part of the
Richmond County Road System; and
WHEREAS, it has been Augusta, Georgia’s policy, pursuant to O.C.G.A § 32-7-2, to
reduce the number of roads in Augusta, Georgia that are not utilized or useful to the public and to
abandon such roads; and
WHEREAS, a Public Hearing was held on August 1, 2019 at the Augusta-Richmond
County Municipal Building, 2nd Floor Commission Chamber, 535 Telfair Street, Augusta,
Georgia; and
WHEREAS, notice of such Public Hearing was published in The Augusta Chronicle, the
newspaper in which Sheriff’s advertisements for Richmond County are published, on July 18,
2019 and July 25, 2019, and that the property owners located on East Telfair Street were given
notice; and
WHEREAS, the results of the Public Hearing were reported to the Board of
Commissioners and considered thereby; and
WHEREAS, the Commission, at their meeting held September 3, 2019, approved the
proposed abandonment, pursuant to O.C.G.A. § 32-7-2 and the requirements of said statute having
been met;
NOW THEREFORE, be it resolved by the Commission and it is hereby resolved by the
authority of same as follows:
1. It is hereby determined that all requirements of O.C.G.A. § 32-7-2 have been met for the
abandonment and removal above-said of the Right-of-Way and such Right-of-Way no
longer serves a substantial public purpose or that its removal from the county road system
is otherwise in the best public interest and is hereby abandoned as part of the Richmond
County Road System;
2. The land formerly comprising the Right-of-Way shall be quitclaimed as permitted by law
to the adjoining property owner, subject to easements and restrictions deemed necessary
by the Augusta Engineering Department and the Augusta Utilities Department, and the
Mayor and Clerk of Commission are hereby authorized to execute the documents necessary
to effectuate such transfer as directed by the Augusta Law Department.
3. This Resolution shall be recorded in the Minutes of the Augusta-Richmond County
Commission, accompanied by the exhibits referred to herein;
4. This Resolution shall become effective immediately upon its adoption.
DULY ADOPTED by the Augusta, Georgia Commission this ______ day of
_____________________, 2019.
AUGUSTA, GEORGIA COMMISSION
By: ________________________________
Hardie Davis, Jr.
As its Mayor
Attest: ______________________________
Lena J. Bonner
As its Clerk
Engineering Services Committee Meeting
8/27/2019 1:15 PM
Motion to Abandon Right Of Way
Department:Engineering
Presenter:Law
Caption:Motion to determine that East Telfair Street, as shown on the
attached map has ceased to be used by the public to the extent
that no substantial public purpose is served by it or that its
removal from the county road system is otherwise in the best
public interest, and to receive as information the results of the
public hearing held regarding the issue of abandonment
pursuant to O.C.G.A. §32-7-2, with the abandoned property to
be quit-claimed to the appropriate party(ies), as provided by law
and an easement to be retained over the entire abandoned portion
for existing or future utilities as directed by Augusta
Engineering Department and Augusta Utilities Department and
adopt the attached Resolution.
Background:Noah Wagner on behalf of Dominium has requested the
abandonment of East Telfair Street in its entirety (between East
Boundary Street and East Cedar Street) in order to fence the
River Glen Apartments, thereby making it a gated community
with a vehicle access gate off of East Boundary Street in order to
provide safety for the residents. The abandonment request has
been reviewed by all essential county departments and
administrators and approvals were received to this abandonment
request. A map of East Telfair Street is attached. Pursuant to
O.C.G.A. §32-7-2, a public hearing was held on August 1, 2019
for this matter.
Analysis:In addition to the information provided in the above Background
section, results of the public hearing will be presented to the
Commission. Notice to the property owners located thereon has
been provided, pursuant to O.C.G.A. §32-7-2(b)(1).
Financial Impact:Cost of publication and advertisement of public hearing.
Alternatives:
Approve or deny request to determine that East Telfair Street be
abandoned.
Recommendation:Approve determination and request for abandonment of East
Telfair Street pursuant to O.C.G.A. §32-7-2, with the abandoned
property to be quit-claimed to the appropriate party(ies) as
allowed by law, and an easement(s) as directed by the Augusta
Engineering Department and the Augusta Utilities Department
to be retained over the entire abandoned portion for existing or
future utilities and drainage and adopt the attached Resolution.
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Finance.
Law.
Administrator.
Clerk of Commission
Engineering Services Committee Meeting
8/27/2019 1:15 PM
River Watch Parkway Commercial/Retail Center Deed of Dedication and Maintenance Agreement
Department:Augusta Utilities
Presenter:Tom Wiedmeier
Caption:Consider approving a Deed of Dedication and Maintenance
Agreement for River Watch Parkway Commercial/Retail Center.
Background:Euchee Creek Development Co., Inc. developed a
commercial/retail center, on River Watch Parkway. Included, in
the development, was a water distribution center, which they
now wish to dedicate to Augusta.
Analysis:The water system has passed all testing and is ready to be
accepted into Augusta's system.
Financial Impact:None
Alternatives:Deny the approval of the Deed of Dedication and Maintenance
Agreement, for River Watch Parkway Commercial/Retail
Center.
Recommendation:Approve the Deed of Dedication and Maintenance Agreement,
for River Watch Parkway Commercial/Retail Center.
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
N/A
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Finance.
Procurement.
Law.
Administrator.
Clerk of Commission
Engineering Services Committee Meeting
8/27/2019 1:15 PM
Sanitary Sewer Easement Relocation
Department:Augusta Utilities
Presenter:Tom Wiedmeier
Caption:Consider approving an Agreement for Relocation of Easement
from Berkmans Residential Properties.
Background:When Berckman Road was relocated and the detention pond
behind Publix moved, Augusta's existing sanitary sewer had to
be relocated. During Augusta National's project of moving the
detention pond, they moved the sanitary sewer to a new
location. They now ask that Augusta abandon the easement over
the prior location of the sewer and accept the grant of a
new easement over the relocated pipeline.
Analysis:The sanitary sewer has passed all testing. Augusta no longer has
a pipe, within the easement it now owns. Augusta does need an
easement over the new pipeline, so that it can be maintained.
Financial Impact:None
Alternatives:Deny approval of an Agreement for Relocation of Easement,
from Berkmans Residential Properties.
Recommendation:Approve an Agreement for Relocation of Easement, from
Augusta National.
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
N/A
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Finance.
Procurement.
Law.
Administrator.
Clerk of Commission
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ORDINANCE NO. ___________
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE AUGUSTA, GEORGIA CODE CHAPTER 3,
ARTICLE 1 AND ARTICLE 2, RELATING TO STREETLIGHTING
MANAGEMENT TO ENACT A STREETLIGHTING USER FEE; TO MODIFY
AND/OR ADD TO PARTS OF CHAPTER 3 (STREETLIGHTING) ARTICLE 1
(GENERAL) AND ARTICLE 2 (CONSTRUCTION AND MAINTENANCE) TO
SUPPORT ENACTMENT AND ADMINISTRATION OF THE STREETLIGHTING
USER FEE; TO PROVIDE AN EFFECTIVE DATE AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
WHEREAS, street lights provide enhanced safety, improve property values and reduce
crime; and
WHEREAS, every parcel of real property, both public and private, either uses or benefits
from the existence and maintenance of the Augusta, Georgia streetlighting system; and
WHEREAS, current and anticipated growth will contribute to and increase the need for
improvement and maintenance of the streetlighting system; and continued economic
development depends upon effective solutions to the existing and continuing streetlighting
problems and preservation of the streetlighting system;
WHEREAS, based on the foregoing, the Augusta, Georgia Commission recommends
amending Chapter Three, Article One and Two, of the AUGUSTA, GEORGIA. CODE.
THE AUGUSTA, GEORGIA BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS ordains as follows:
SECTION 1. Various sections of AUGUSTA CODE CHAPTER 3 STREETLIGHTING,
ARTICLE 1 GENERAL, and ARTICLE 2 CONSTRUCTION AND MAINTENANCE are
hereby amended as set forth in “Exhibit A” hereto.
SECTION 2. This ordinance shall become effective upon its adoption in accordance with
applicable laws.
SECTION 3. All ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith are hereby
repealed.
Adopted this _____ day of , 2019.
___________________________
Hardie, Davis, Jr.
As its Mayor
Attest:
______________________________
Lena J. Bonner, Clerk of Commission
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Seal:
CERTIFICATION
The undersigned Clerk of Commission, Lena J. Bonner, hereby certifies that the
foregoing Ordinance was duly adopted by the Augusta, Georgia Commission
on_________________, 2019 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 CHAPTER 3 STREETLIGHTING ARTICLE 1 MANAGEMENT
§ 7-3-1. GENERALLY.
This Chapter shall be known as the Streetlighting Management Ordinance of
Augusta, Georgia.
§ 7-3-2. PROGRAM.
(a) There is hereby created and established within Augusta, Georgia a
Streetlighting Management Program.
(b) Pursuant to Constitutional authorization in 1970 Ga. Laws, p. 1097, the
Augusta, Georgia Commission is authorized and empowered to establish districts for
the purpose of erecting, establishing, maintaining, and operating streetlights and
lamps for illumination of public rights-of-way and real properties owned by Augusta,
Georgia.
(c) The administrative responsibility for the streetlighting management
program is hereby assigned to the Engineering Department of Augusta, Georgia.
(d) The Director of Engineering (or appointed designee) shall coordinate
and recommend to the Augusta, Georgia Commission standards and procedures that are
deemed necessary to implement the Streetlighting Management Program.
(e) The American National Standard for Roadway and Area Lighting
Equipment approved by the American National Standard Institute shall be used as the
standard for design, installation, and operation of street and roadway lighting in Augusta,
Georgia.
§ 7-3-3. OBJECTIVE
The objectives of this chapter include the following:
(a) To protect, maintain, and enhance the public health, safety, and general
welfare. This objective will be achieved by providing for regulation and management of
the Augusta, Georgia streetlighting system, including lighting within the public right-of-
way and real property owned and maintained by Augusta, Georgia.
(b) To comply with Federal Highway Administration streetlighting
regulations developed pursuant to the Nighttime Visibility and Safety criteria. These
requirements include:
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(1) Purpose of streetlighting;
(2) Federal guidance and recommendations regarding streetlighting;
(3) The impact and considerations of installing streetlighting;
(4) Criteria and analysis for lighting needs;
(5) Control of post-development streetlighting management through a
regulatory program of inspection, monitoring and enforcement of fees and
implementation of best management practices and policies and procedures promoting the
use of streetlighting infrastructure and low impact development techniques.
§ 7-3-4 DEFINITIONS.
(a) For the purposes of this chapter, unless specifically defined below, words
or phrases shall be interpreted so as to give them the meaning they have in common
usage and to give this chapter it’s most effective application. Words in the singular shall
include the plural, and words in the plural shall include the singular. Words used in the
present tense shall include the future tense. The word shall connote mandatory and not
discretionary; the word may is permissive.
(b) Unless otherwise specified, or it is apparent from the context, definitions
herein will be the same as those in other Augusta, Georgia Ordinances and as used
elsewhere in this Code.
(1) Appeal authority. The Augusta, Georgia Commission.
(2) Best Management Practices (BMPs). A wide range of management
procedures, control measures, activities, and prohibitions on practices which control
streetlighting and which are compatible with the planned land use.
(3) Department. The Engineering Department responsible for all
streetlighting management activities and implementation of the provisions of this chapter.
(4) DIRECTOR. Either the director of Department of Engineering or
any duly authorized representative of the Director.
(5) Governing body. The Augusta, Georgia Commission.
(6) Maintenance. Any action necessary to preserve streetlighting
facilities to function as designed, in order to serve the intended purposes set forth
in this chapter and to prevent failure of such facilities.
(7) Person. Any and all persons, natural or artificial and includes any
individual, firm, corporation, government agency, business, estate, trust, partnership,
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association, two (2) or more persons having a joint or common interest, or any other legal
entity.
(8) Procedure. A procedure adopted by and through the Director of
Engineering, to implement regulations adopted under this chapter, or to carry out other
responsibilities as may be required by the Code, ordinances or resolutions of Augusta,
Georgia.
(9) Regulation. Any ordinance, rule or requirement prepared by the
Engineering Department and adopted by Augusta, Georgia pursuant to the
requirements of this chapter.
(10) Service area. All land within the legal limits of Richmond
County, Georgia.
(11) Service charge. Charges applicable to a parcel of developed or
undeveloped land, which charge shall be reflective of the Augusta, Georgia
streetlight cost of providing streetlight management services and facilities. Service
charges will be based on measured or estimated costs.
(12) Site. Any lot, plot, parcel or tract of land.
(13) Streetlight management. The construction, maintenance and
operation of the streetlight program to meet the objectives of this chapter and which
shall include a system to address vegetative growth that negatively impacts the
program.
(14) Streetlight management facilities. Constructed or natural
components of a streetlight system, designed to perform a particular function, or multiple
functions, including, but not limited to illumination of streets and other Augusta, Georgia
owned or operated property.
(15) Streetlight Management Program (SMP) means the Streetlight
Management Program required to be developed and implemented under the terms and
conditions of Augusta, Georgia and refers to a comprehensive program to manage the
quantity and quality of streetlights utilized.
(16) Variance. The modification of the minimum streetlight
management requirements for specific circumstances where strict adherence of the
requirements would result in unnecessary hardship and not fulfill the intent of this
chapter.
§ 7-3-5. SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITY.
(a) The provisions of this chapter shall apply throughout Augusta, Georgia.
(b) The Director of the Engineering Department shall be responsible for the
coordination and enforcement of the provisions of this chapter.
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(c) The Augusta Engineering Department shall be responsible for the
management, maintenance, extension, and improvement of the Augusta, Georgia
streetlighting system, including activities necessary to light the public right-of-way and
other real property in Augusta, Georgia.
(d) The application of this chapter and the provisions expressed herein shall be
the minimum streetlighting management requirements and shall not be deemed a
limitation or repeal of any other powers granted by State statute.
§ 7-3-6. POWERS OF THE ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT.
(a) The Engineering Department shall have the power to administer and
enforce all regulations and procedures adopted to implement this chapter, including the
right to maintain an action or procedure in any court of competent jurisdiction to compel
compliance with or to restrain any violation of this chapter.
(b) The Engineering Department shall:
(1) Administer, coordinate and oversee acquisition, design,
construction, and operation and maintenance of municipal streetlighting facilities
and conveyances.
(2) Establish or oversee establishment of development standards and
guidelines for controlling the various aspects of streetlighting;
(3) Determine the manner in which streetlighting facilities should be
operated;
(4) Inspect private systems which connect to the Augusta, Georgia
streetlighting system;
(5) Advise the Augusta Commission and other Augusta departments on
issues related to streetlighting;
(6) Protect facilities and properties controlled by the Engineering
Department and prescribe how they are used by others;
(7) Require new, increased, or significantly changed
streetlighting contributions to comply with the terms of this chapter.
(8) Adopt and implement the streetlighting management program for
Augusta, Georgia.
(9) Adopt and implement the calculation and collection of streetlighting
service charges for Augusta, Georgia.
§ 7-3-7 MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTION.
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(c) The Engineering Department may require dedication of privately
owned streetlighting facilities which connect to the system owned by Augusta,
Georgia.
(d) The Engineering Department shall determine inspection schedules
necessary to enforce the provisions of this chapter.
(e) Authorized personnel of the Engineering Department, the
Marshal’s Office and the Planning Department, bearing proper credentials and
identification shall be permitted to enter, without hindrance, all properties for
regular inspections, periodic investigations, observation, measurement,
enforcement, in accordance with provisions of this chapter. Augusta, Georgia
shall duly notify the owner of said property or the representative on site, except
in the case of an emergency.
(f) Authorized personnel of the Engineering Department, the Marshal’s
Office and the Planning Department bearing proper credentials and identification,
shall be permitted to enter, without hindrance, all properties for which Augusta,
Georgia holds a negotiated easement for repairs, maintenance and other purposes
related to any portion of the streetlighting management facilities lying within said
easement. The Engineering Department shall duly notify the owner of said property
or the representative on site, except in the case of an emergency.
(h) If, after inspection, the condition of a facility presents any immediate
danger to the public health, safety or general welfare because of unsafe conditions or
improper maintenance, Augusta, Georgia may take action as may be necessary to
protect the public and make the facility safe and shall be compensated by the
responsible party for the cost of such effort.
§ 7-3-8 VARIANCES FOR REQUIREMENTS.
(a) The Engineering Department may grant a variance from requirements of
this chapter if exceptional circumstances applicable to a site exist such that strict
adherence to the provisions of this chapter will result in unnecessary hardship and will
not fulfill the intent of this chapter.
(b) A written request for a variance shall be required and shall state the
specific variance sought and the reasons, with supporting data, a variance should be,
granted. The request shall include all information necessary to evaluate the proposed
variance including any potential impact to surrounding properties.
(c) The Engineering Department will conduct a review of the request for
a variance and may respond in writing within thirty (30) working days of receiving
the request. Any variance request not reviewed within thirty (30) working days shall
be deemed denied by the Engineering Department.
§ 7-3-9 ESTABLISHMENT OF STREETLIGHTING ENTERPRISE FUND.
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There is established a streetlighting enterprise fund in Augusta, Georgia, together
with budgeting and accounting systems, for the purpose of dedicating and protecting all
funding including, but not limited to, rentals, rates, charges, fees and licenses, as may be
established and charged by the Augusta Commission from time to time, and other funds
that may be transferred or allocated for streetlighting management related purposes. All
streetlighting management related revenues and receipts shall be placed in the streetlighting
enterprise fund, and such revenues and receipts shall be used to pay for the expenses and
capital investments of the streetlighting management program; provided, however, that
other revenues, receipts and resources not accounted for in the streetlighting utility
enterprise fund may be applied to streetlighting management services, systems and facilities
as deemed appropriate by the Augusta Commission.
§ 7-3-10 STREETLIGHTING SERVICE CHARGES.
In order to fully recover the cost of providing streetlighting services and facilities while
fairly and reasonably apportioning the cost among property owners throughout the service
area, the following streetlighting rates shall apply:
(a) See the Augusta Commission approved current streetlighting Service Charge
rate table. Beginning on January 1, 2021 the Streetlighting Management Program charges
shall be annually increased by three percent (3%) for three years. The Augusta, Georgia
Commission may adjust the Streetlighting Management Program charges at any time by
ordinance or resolution.
§ 7-3-11 DETERMINATION AND MODIFICATION OF STREETLIGHTING
MANAGEMENT PROGRAM CHARGES.
Streetlighting management program charges may be determined and modified from time to
time by the Augusta, Georgia Commission so that the total revenue generated by said
charges and any other sources of revenue that will be made available to the streetlighting
management program will be sufficient to meet the cost of services and facilities, including
but not limited to compliance cost, the payment of debt service and related costs on revenue
bonds or loan obligations incurred for construction and improvements to the streetlighting
system.
§ 7-3-12 EFFECTIVE DATE OF STREETLIGHTING MANAGEMENT
PROGRAM CHARGES.
Streetlighting Management Program charges shall accrue beginning upon the effective date
of this ordinance and shall be billed annually thereafter to customers, except as specific
exemptions may apply.
§ 7-3-13 DISPOSITION OF SERVICE CHARGES AND FEES.
Streetlighting management program charge and fee revenues shall be assigned and
dedicated solely to the streetlighting management enterprise fund in Augusta, Georgia,
which shall be and remain separate from other funds, and shall be used only to fund
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identified streetlighting management program activities. The service charges and fees paid
to and collected by virtue of the provision of this chapter shall not be used for general or
other governmental or proprietary purposes of Augusta, Georgia, except to pay for costs
incurred by Augusta, Georgia in rendering services associated with the streetlighting
management and administration.
§ 7-3-14 EXEMPTIONS APPLICABLE TO STREETLIGHTING
MANAGEMENT PROGRAM CHARGES.
Except as provided in this Section, no public or private property shall be exempt from
streetlighting management program service charges or offset against such service charges.
No exception, offset, or other reduction in streetlighting service charges shall be granted
based on the age, tax, income or economic status, race, or religion of the customer, or other
condition unrelated to the Engineering Department’s cost of providing streetlighting
services and facilities.
(a) Ft Gordon, Georgia including contiguous properties owned or operated as
part of Fort operations shall be exempt from the streetlighting service
charge. No streetlighting services shall be provided by Augusta, Georgia to
the properties so exempt. If by agreement services are provided to the
properties so exempt the Engineering Department is authorized to calculate
the proportion of the streetlighting service charge commensurate with the
level and type of services provided by Augusta, Georgia to be charged all, or
a portion of, Fort Gordon. Such charges should be calculated by the
Engineering Department and included in an agreement for such services.
(b) The cities of Hephzibah, Georgia and Blythe, Georgia shall be exempt from
the streetlighting service charge. No streetlighting services shall be provided
by Augusta, Georgia to the properties so exempt. If by agreement services
are provided to one or both of these cities, the Engineering Department is
authorized to calculate the proportion of the streetlighting service charge
commensurate with the level and type of services provided by Augusta,
Georgia to be charged all, or a portion of, Hephzibah and Blythe. Such
charges shall be calculated by the Engineering Department and included in
an agreement for such servcies.
Augusta, Georgia may provide streetlighting on Augusta maintained county
roads within the City limits of Hephzibah and Blythe at the sole discretion of
Augusta, Georgia, but, unless otherwise provided in a written service
agreement, there will be no streetlighting fee charges to Hephzibah or
Blythe for such streetlighting system.
(c) A streetlighting service area can opt-out of streetlighting service charges if
following conditions are met:
i) A written opt-out petition signed by at least seventy-five (75) percent
of property owners served by the opt-out service area shall be
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submitted to the Augusta Engineering Department for review and
processing;
ii) A Streetlighting plan (Plan) must be provided for the opt-out service
area and it shall be submitted with the opt-out petition. The Plan
shall be prepared by a professional engineer and must show a level of
streetlighting that meets, or exceeds, Augusta, Georgia streetlighting
standards and requirements; and
iii) A Funding plan for the Streetlighting plan shall be submitted with
the opt-out petition and such plan shall include adequate funding for
construction, operational and maintenance of streetlighting for the
opt-out service area.
iv) All opt-out Streetlighting service areas not already operational on the
effective date of this ordinance, must be inspected by the
Engineering Department and determined to be operating consistent
with the Streetlighting plan before being granted opt-out status.
v) A list of properties that have been granted opt-out status shall be
maintained by the Engineering Department and such properties are
subject to review by the Department to ensure they are maintained
and operating in accordance with the approved opt-out Streetlighting
Plan. Non-compliant Streetlighting service areas will be removed
from the op-out list immediately.
§ 7-3-15 STREETLIGHTING MANAGEMENT SERVICE CHARGE
BILLING, DELINQUENCIES, AND COLLECTIONS.
The streetlighting management service charge may be billed and collected separately or
along with other rates, fees or charges as deemed most effective and efficient by the
Augusta, Georgia Commission. All policies of that billing mechanism shall be followed.
(a) A streetlighting management service fee charge shall be declared delinquent
if not paid within thirty (30) days of the date of billing. Unpaid streetlighting management
fees shall be collected using the methods of the billing mechanism chosen or by filing suit
to collect on an unpaid account and by using all methods allowed by Georgia law to collect
on any judgment obtained thereby.
(b) A streetlighting management service fee bill may be sent through the United
States mail, or by alternative means, notifying the customer of the amount of the bill, the
date the payment is due, and the date when past due. Failure to receive a bill is not
justification for non-payment. Regardless of the party to whom the bill is initially directed,
the owner of the real property shall be ultimately obligated to pay such fee.
(c) If a customer is underbilled or if no bill is correctly sent for real property,
Augusta, Georgia may backbill for the maximum period of time permitted by law, but shall
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not assess penalties for any delinquency due to the failure to send a bill, incorrect address,
or an under billing.
§ 7-3-16 APPEALS.
(a) Any person aggrieved by a decision of the Director of the Engineering
Department relating to the Streetlighting Management Program (including any decision
with reference to the granting or denial of a variance from the terms of this chapter and
streetlighting management fee decisions) must make a written Appeal of said decision to
the Augusta, Georgia Commission in accordance with this Code section and the Augusta,
Georgia Rules of Procedure. A written notice of Appeal shall be provided to the
Engineering Director and to the Augusta, Georgia Clerk of Commission within thirty (30)
days of appellant’s receipt of the Engineering Director’s final decision and shall be
captioned as follows: “Appeal of the Engineering Department’s Director decision relating
to Streetlighting Management” and shall contain the following information: appellant’s
name, a brief description of the streetlighting management fee issue decided by the
Director, a copy of the Director’s final decision and the relief sought by appellant.
Untimely appeals will not be considered or processed and shall be considered an
abandonment of the right to appeal and a failure on the part of the appellant to exhaust
administrative remedies.
(a) The Augusta, Georgia Administrator shall have the authority to settle
Appeals relating to Streetlighting Management Program at any time before such Appeal is
voted upon by the Augusta, Georgia Commission. Settlement agreements shall be in a
form approved by General Counsel.
(b) The Clerk of Commission shall place a timely Appeal on the Engineering
Services Committee in accordance with the Rules of Procedure and notice of the time and
date of such meeting should be provided to the appellant.
(c) Engineering Services Committee hearing procedures and effect of failure to
appear at hearing. Appeals appearing on the Engineering Services Committee shall be
treated as any other Committee agenda item, except that the appellant, or his or her
representative, shall have the right to address the Committee and to present evidence in
support of the appeal for a maximum of ten (10) minutes. The Engineering Director, or
his or her representative, shall also have the opportunity to present evidence relating to the
appeal for a maximum of ten (10) minutes. The Chairman of the Engineering Services
Committee may grant additional time equally to each party at his or her discretion.
(d) After considering the evidence presented, the Engineering Services
Committee shall make a recommendation to grant or deny the Appeal, or to send the item
to the full Augusta, Georgia Commission without recommendation. Regardless of the
action taken by the Committee, the Appeal shall be forwarded to the full Commission
agenda for a final decision. The Clerk of Commission shall make an audio recording of
the Appeal hearing and shall make such recording available to Commissioners within two
(2) business days following the hearing.
(e) Procedure to Speak to Full Commission Regarding Appeal.
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An appellant seeking to speak to the full Commission regarding his or her Appeal
must submit a request in writing, including his/her address and the relevant facts
associated with the decision being appealed, no later than 5:00 p.m. on the Wednesday
preceding the next regularly scheduled Commission meeting that follows the Engineering
Services Committee appeal hearing. Such request shall be provided to the Clerk of
Commission with a copy to be provided to the Engineering Director. When the Appeal is
heard by the Commission, the appellant and the Engineering Director shall each have five
(5) minutes to summarize the arguments and evidence presented to the Engineering
Services Committee. The Commission will not hold a new hearing and will not accept
new evidence. If the appellant has not made a timely request to address the full
Commission, the Commission may, at its discretion, dispose of the agenda item via the
Consent Agenda.
(f) Effect of Failure to Appear at Hearing. Failure on the part of the appellant
to appear before either the Engineering Services Committee or the full Augusta, Georgia
Commission is considered an abandonment of their right to appeal and a failure on the part
of the appellant to exhaust administrative remedies. The Engineering Director’s decision
is considered final and the award shall proceed accordingly. However, the Chairman of
the Engineering Services Committee or the Mayor, may, at his or her discretion, grant the
appellant one continuance to the next regularly scheduled Committee or Commission
Meeting. Such continuance may only be granted during the Committee or Commission
meeting and shall be recorded on the minutes of such meeting.
(g) If the appellant is dissatisfied with the Commission’s decision, he/she can
appeal said decision to the Superior Court of Richmond County within thirty (30) days of
the date of that decision. Said appeal shall consist of a review of the record in the appeal
process.
§ 7-3-17 COOPERATION WITH OTHER GOVERNMENTS.
Augusta, Georgia may enter into agreements with the State of Georgia or with
other local governments to carry out the purpose of this chapter. These agreements may
include, but are not limited to enforcement of provisions, resolution of disputes,
cooperative monitoring, and cooperative management of streetlight system and
management programs.
§ 7-3-18 PROPERTY OWNER LIABILITY; SUPPLEMENTAL CHARGES.
Any person in violation of any portion of this chapter shall be responsible for
all costs of Augusta, Georgia associated with the violation, including, but not limited
to, cleanup, personal injury, wrongful death, damage or destruction of property, or
other related expenses. Collection, and enforcement provision of this section is in
addition to collection methods provided in Section 7-3-15 of the Augusta, Georgia
Code.
§ 7-3-19 ENFORCEMENT; PENALTIES.
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(a) This chapter shall be enforced by the office of the Director of Engineering.
Citations for violation may be issued by inspectors from the Engineering Department, or
Augusta Marshall’s Department or any code enforcement officer of the Augusta
Planning Department. Citations shall specify the factual basis of violation(s), cite the
specific statutory or code provision involved, and the Court and date and time to which
returnable.
(b) Any person, cited for violating this chapter shall upon conviction be subject
to the penalties provided in § 1-6-1 to include a fine not exceeding one thousand dollars
($1,000) or by imprisonment not exceeding sixty (60) days, either or both, in the discretion
of the judge of the court having jurisdiction. Each day any violation of any provision of this
Code or of any such ordinance or rule, regulation or order shall constitute a separate
offence. Violation of this chapter may also constitute state or federal laws violation and
conviction of this chapter does not prohibit prosecution under state and federal laws.
(c) In addition, Augusta, Georgia may institute appropriate action or
proceedings at law or in equity for the enforcement of this chapter or to correct violations
of this chapter. Any court of competent jurisdiction may have the right to issue
restraining orders, temporary or permanent injunctions, and other appropriate forms of
remedy or relief. Each day of noncompliance is considered a separate offense. Nothing
herein contained shall prevent Augusta, Georgia from taking such other lawful action as
is necessary to prevent or remedy any violation, including application for injunctive
relief.
§ 7-3-20 SEVERABILITY.
If any term, requirement or provision of this chapter or the application thereof to
any person or circumstance shall, to any extent, be invalid or unenforceable, the
remainder of this chapter or the application of such terms, requirements and provisions to
person or circumstances other than those to which it is held invalid or unenforceable,
shall not be affected thereby and each term, requirement or provision of this chapter shall
be valid and be enforced to the fullest extent permitted by law.
§ 7-3-21 PRIOR INCONSISTENT ORDINANCES.
Any Code provisions, uncodified ordinances, or parts thereof adopted prior to the
date of adoption of this chapter are hereby repealed.
A:$85.00 per year
B:$107.36 per year
Streetlighting Management Ordinance of Augusta, GA
EXHIBIT A - Streetlighting Service Charge
Streetlight Fees Per Parcel
Residential and non-commercial
Commercial
Engineering Services Committee Meeting
8/27/2019 1:15 PM
Street Lighting Ordinance Revision
Department:Engineering
Presenter:
Caption:Approve adoption of the revised Street Lighting Ordinance
(Augusta, Georgia Code Chapter 3 Street Lighting, Section 7-3)
to incorporate current fee structure for the street light system.
Requested by AED
Background:The special revenue street light fund that accounts for the power
use, materials, and maintenance of Augusta’s existing street light
system. Fee generated funds are not sufficient to cover operation
and maintenance cost of the system. The issue has been
compounded since fees have not been adjusted over time to
account for street lighting items where costs have increased and
additional areas were serviced. On September 4, 2018 Augusta
Commission modified and approved the fee structure for the
street light system to generate needed revenue. However, the
Street Lighting Ordinance was not modified accordingly.
Analysis:Revision to Street Lighting ordinance is warranted to formalize
adopted street lighting fee structure and fee adopted on
September 4, 2018.
Financial Impact:N/A
Alternatives:N/A
Recommendation:Approve adoption of the revised Street Lighting Ordinance
(Augusta, Georgia Code Chapter 3 Street Lighting, Section 7-3)
to incorporate current fee structure for the street light system.
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
N/A
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Finance.
Law.
Administrator.
Clerk of Commission
Engineering Services Committee Meeting
8/27/2019 1:15 PM
Verizon Wireless Access, Utility and Fiber Agreement
Department:Augusta Utilities
Presenter:Tom Wiedmeier
Caption:Consider approving an Access, Utility and Fiber Agreement
between Augusta and Verizon Wireless of the East L.P. d/b/a
Verizon Wireless.
Background:Verizon Wireless requests an easement, across a portion of the
Highland Avenue Treatment Plant, to connect with their facility
located on said property. A fiber line will be located in said
easement.
Analysis:The easement has been located, to the specifications laid out by
the AUD Engineering Division, and will not interfere with the
daily activities, or future plans of Augusta's water treatment
plant.
Financial Impact:None
Alternatives:Deny approval of an Access, Utility and Fiber Agreement,
between Augusta and Verizon Wireless of the East L.P. d/b/a
Verizon Wireless.
Recommendation:Approve an Access, Utility and Fiber Agreement, between
Augusta and Verizon Wireless of the East L.P. d/b/a Verizon
Wireless.
Funds are
Available in the
Following
Accounts:
N/A
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Finance.
Procurement.
Law.
Administrator.
Clerk of Commission