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Home My WebLink About2020-03-10 Meeting Minutes Public Service Committee Meeting Commission Chamber - 3/10/2020 ATTENDANCE: Present: Hons. Davis, Chairman; Hasan, Vice Chairman; Clarke and Fennoy, members. Absent: Hon. Hardie Davis, Jr., Mayor. PUBLIC SERVICES 1. New Application: A.N. 20-05: A request by Boskey H. Bhavsar-Shah for a retail package Beer & Wine License to be used in connection with Masters Xpress, LLC located at 3011 Washington Rd. District 7. Super District 10. Item Action: Approved Motions Motion Type Motion Text Made By Seconded By Motion Result Approve Motion to approve. Motion Passes 4-0. Commissioner Ben Hasan Commissioner William Fennoy Passes 2. New Ownership: A.N. 20-06: A request by Ritilal B. Patel for a retail package Beer & Wine License to be used in connection with Lucky 7 located at 1857 Gordon Highway STE. C. District 2. Super District 9. Item Action: Approved Motions Motion Type Motion Text Made By Seconded By Motion Result Approve Motion to approve. Motion Passes 4-0. Commissioner Ben Hasan Commissioner William Fennoy Passes 3. Existing Location: A.N. 20-07: A request by Raju Vemuganti for a retail package Beer & Wine License to be used in connection with E Z Go Food Mart located at 1801 Marvin Griffin Rd. District 1 Super District 9. Item Action: Approved Motions Motion Type Motion Text Made By Seconded By Motion Result Approve Motion to approve. Motion Passes 4-0. Commissioner Ben Hasan Commissioner John Clarke Passes 4. Discussion: A request by Coby G. Brooks of Twin Peaks Augusta located at 277 Robert C. Daniel Pkwy. for an Alcohol Special Event License for the week of April 5-12, 2020. There will be Sunday Sales. District 3. Super District 10. Item Action: Approved Motions Motion Type Motion Text Made By Seconded By Motion Result Approve Motion to approve. Motion Passes 4-0. Commissioner Ben Hasan Commissioner John Clarke Passes 5. Discussion: A request by Dr. Jan Scholer of Wild Wings Augusta located at 3035 Washington Rd for an Alcohol Special Event License for the week of April 5-12, 2020. There will be Sunday Sales. District 7. Super District 10. Item Action: Approved Motions Motion Type Motion Text Made By Seconded By Motion Result Approve Motion to approve. Motion Passes 4-0. Commissioner John Clarke Commissioner Ben Hasan Passes 6. Discussion: A request by Robert Q. Jones of Buffalo Wild Wings located at 120 Robert C. Daniel Pkwy. for an Alcohol Special Event License for the week of April 6-12, 2020. There will be Sunday Sales. District 7. Super District 10. Item Action: Approved Motions Motion Type Motion Text Made By Seconded By Motion Result Approve Motion to approve. Motion Passes 4-0. Commissioner John Clarke Commissioner Ben Hasan Passes 7. Discussion: A request by Cal Everett of Hooters of Augusta located at 2834 Washington Rd for an Alcohol Special Event License for the week of April 5-12, 2020. There will be Sunday Sales. District 7. Super District 10. Item Action: Approved Motions Motion Type Motion Text Made By Seconded By Motion Result Approve Motion to approve. Motion Passes 4-0. Commissioner John Clarke Commissioner Ben Hasan Passes 8. Discussion: A request by Brett Summers of Top Dawg Tavern located at 2821Washington Rd for an Alcohol Special Event License for the week of April 6-12, 2020. There will be Sunday Sales. District 7. Super District 10. Item Action: Approved Motions Motion Type Motion Text Made By Seconded By Motion Result Approve Motion to approve. Motion Passes 4-0. Commissioner John Clarke Commissioner Ben Hasan Passes 9. Discussion: A request by MingMing Yin for a Massage Operator License to be used in connection with Double Liu I, Inc located at 3450 Wrightsboro Rd Ste. 2290. District 5. Super District 9. Item Action: Approved Motions Motion Type Motion Text Made By Seconded By Motion Result Approve Motion to approve. Motion Passes 4-0. Commissioner Ben Hasan Commissioner John Clarke Passes 10. A motion to receive as information an emergency procurement of roof replacement services at the McDuffie Woods Community Center. Item Action: Approved Motions Motion Type Motion Text Made By Seconded By Motion Result Approve Motion to approve receiving this item as information. Motion Passes 4-0. Commissioner Ben Hasan Commissioner John Clarke Passes 11. Motion to approve Change Order #2 to Johnson Laschober and Associates in the amount of $64,500 for design and engineering services at Fleming Park. Item Action: Approved Motions Motion Type Motion Text Made By Seconded By Motion Result Approve Motion to approve. Motion Passes 4-0. Commissioner John Clarke Commissioner Ben Hasan Passes 12. Motion to receive as information a Letter of Support between Augusta and The Warrior Alliance. Item Action: Approved Motions Motion Type Motion Text Made By Seconded By Motion Result Approve Motion to approve, ratify and forward to the Commission. Motion Passes 4-0. Commissioner Ben Hasan Commissioner John Clarke Passes 13. Approve the City of Augusta as the owners of the James Brown commemorative sidewalk vinyl graphics to be installed in May and waive the required insurance indemnification as required by the Sidewalk Item Action: Approved Encroachment Permit for this application. (Requested by Commissioner Mary Davis) Motions Motion Type Motion Text Made By Seconded By Motion Result Approve Motion to approve. Motion Passes 4-0. Commissioner Ben Hasan Commissioner John Clarke Passes 14. Discussion of rate increase for RAT-PDEV. Item Action: Disapproved Motions Motion Type Motion Text Made By Seconded By Motion Result Deny Motion to deny the request. Mr. Fennoy votes No. Motion Passes 3-1. Commissioner Ben Hasan Commissioner John Clarke Passes Motions Motion Type Motion Text Made By Seconded By Motion Result Approve Substitute motion to approve. Commissioner William Fennoy Dies for lack of Second 15. Motion to approve the Rental Car Concessions and Lease Agreement - GSP (THRIFTY). Item Action: Approved Motions Motion Type Motion Text Made By Seconded By Motion Result Approve Motion to approve. Motion Passes 4-0. Commissioner John Clarke Commissioner Ben Hasan Passes 16. Augusta, Georgia to receive Environmental Covenant to enforce restrictions on 1762 Lovers Lane, Augusta, Georgia. Item Action: Approved Motions Motion Type Motion Text Made By Seconded By Motion Result Approve Motion to approve. Motion Passes 4-0. Commissioner John Clarke Commissioner Ben Hasan Passes 17. Motion to approve the minutes of the Public Services Committee held on February 25, 2020. Item Action: Approved Motions Motion Type Motion Text Made By Seconded By Motion Result Approve Motion to approve. Motion Passes 4-0. Commissioner John Clarke Commissioner Ben Hasan Passes www.augustaga.gov Public Service Committee Meeting 3/10/2020 1:00 PM Attendance 3/10/20 Department: Presenter: Caption: Background: Analysis: Financial Impact: Alternatives: Recommendation: Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Public Service Committee Meeting 3/10/2020 1:00 PM Alcohol Application Department:Planning & Development Presenter:Julietta H. Walton Caption:New Application: A.N. 20-05: A request by Boskey H. Bhavsar-Shah for a retail package Beer & Wine License to be used in connection with Masters Xpress, LLC located at 3011 Washington Rd. District 7. Super District 10. Background:This is a New Application. Analysis:The applicant meets the requirements of the City of Augusta's Alcohol Ordinance. Financial Impact:The applicant will pay a fee of $1,330.00 Alternatives: Recommendation:The Planning & Development approved the application subject to additional information not contradicting the applicant’s statements. The Sheriff’s Office approved the application subject to additional information not contradicting applicant’s statements. Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Finance. Law. Administrator. Clerk of Commission Public Service Committee Meeting 3/10/2020 1:00 PM Alcohol Application Department:Planning & Development Presenter:Julietta H. Walton Caption:New Ownership: A.N. 20-06: A request by Ritilal B. Patel for a retail package Beer & Wine License to be used in connection with Lucky 7 located at 1857 Gordon Highway STE. C. District 2. Super District 9. Background:This is a New Ownership Application. Formerly in the name of Rahulkumar Patel. Analysis:The applicant meets the requirements of the City of Augusta's Alcohol Ordinance. Financial Impact:The applicant will pay a fee of $1,330.00 Alternatives: Recommendation:The Planning & Development approved the application subject to additional information not contradicting the applicant’s statements. The Sheriff’s Office approved the application subject to additional information not contradicting applicant’s statements. Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Law Administrator Clerk of Commission Public Service Committee Meeting 3/10/2020 1:00 PM Alcohol Application Department:Planning & Development Presenter:Julietta H. Walton Caption:Existing Location: A.N. 20-07: A request by Raju Vemuganti for a retail package Beer & Wine License to be used in connection with E Z Go Food Mart located at 1801 Marvin Griffin Rd. District 1 Super District 9. Background:This is an Existing Location. Analysis:The applicant meets the requirements of the City of Augusta's Alcohol Ordinance. Financial Impact:The applicant will pay a fee of $1,330.00 Alternatives: Recommendation:The Planning & Development approved the application subject to additional information not contradicting the applicant’s statements. The Sheriff’s Office approved the application subject to additional information not contradicting applicant’s statements. Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Law Administrator Clerk of Commission Public Service Committee Meeting 3/10/2020 1:00 PM Alcohol Special Event Department:Planning & Develoment Presenter:Julietta H.Walton Caption:Discussion: A request by Coby G. Brooks of Twin Peaks Augusta located at 277 Robert C. Daniel Pkwy. for an Alcohol Special Event License for the week of April 5-12, 2020. There will be Sunday Sales. District 3. Super District 10. Background:This is a Masters Week Event. Analysis:The applicant meets the requirements of the City of Augusta's Alcohol Ordinance. Financial Impact:The applicant will pay a fee of $1,000.00 Alternatives: Recommendation:The Planning & Development approved the application subject to additional information not contradicting the applicant’s statements. The Sheriff’s Office approved the application subject to additional information not contradicting applicant’s statements. Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Law Administrator Clerk of Commission Public Service Committee Meeting 3/10/2020 1:00 PM Alcohol Special Event Department:Planning & Development Presenter:Julietta H. Walton Caption:Discussion: A request by Dr. Jan Scholer of Wild Wings Augusta located at 3035 Washington Rd for an Alcohol Special Event License for the week of April 5-12, 2020. There will be Sunday Sales. District 7. Super District 10. Background:This is a Masters Week Event. Analysis:The applicant meets the requirements of the City of Augusta's Alcohol Ordinance. Financial Impact:The applicant will pay a fee of $1,000.00 Alternatives: Recommendation:The Planning & Development approved the application subject to additional information not contradicting the applicant’s statements. The Sheriff’s Office approved the application subject to additional information not contradicting applicant’s statements. Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Law Administrator Clerk of Commission Public Service Committee Meeting 3/10/2020 1:00 PM Alcohol Special Event Department:Planning & Development Presenter:Julietta H. Walton Caption:Discussion: A request by Robert Q. Jones of Buffalo Wild Wings located at 120 Robert C. Daniel Pkwy. for an Alcohol Special Event License for the week of April 6-12, 2020. There will be Sunday Sales. District 7. Super District 10. Background:This is a Masters Week Event. Analysis:The applicant meets the requirements of the City of Augusta's Alcohol Ordinance. Financial Impact:The applicant will pay a fee of $1,000.00. Alternatives: Recommendation:The Planning & Development approved the application subject to additional information not contradicting the applicant’s statements. The Sheriff’s Office approved the application subject to additional information not contradicting applicant’s statements. Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Law Administrator Clerk of Commission Public Service Committee Meeting 3/10/2020 1:00 PM Alcohol Special Event Department:Planning & Development Presenter:Julietta H. Walton Caption:Discussion: A request by Cal Everett of Hooters of Augusta located at 2834 Washington Rd for an Alcohol Special Event License for the week of April 5-12, 2020. There will be Sunday Sales. District 7. Super District 10. Background:This is a Masters Week Event. Analysis:The applicant meets the requirements of the City of Augusta's Alcohol Ordinance. Financial Impact:The applicant will pay a fee of $1,000.00. Alternatives: Recommendation:The Planning & Development approved the application subject to additional information not contradicting the applicant’s statements. The Sheriff’s Office approved the application subject to additional information not contradicting applicant’s statements. Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Law Administrator Clerk of Commission Public Service Committee Meeting 3/10/2020 1:00 PM Alcohol Special Event Department:Planning & Development Presenter:Julietta H. Walton Caption:Discussion: A request by Brett Summers of Top Dawg Tavern located at 2821Washington Rd for an Alcohol Special Event License for the week of April 6-12, 2020. There will be Sunday Sales. District 7. Super District 10. Background:This is a Masters Week Event Analysis:The applicant meets the requirements of the City of Augusta's Alcohol Ordinance. Financial Impact:The applicant will pay a fee of $800.00. Alternatives: Recommendation:The Planning & Development approved the application subject to additional information not contradicting the applicant’s statements. The Sheriff’s Office approved the application subject to additional information not contradicting applicant’s statements. Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Law Administrator Clerk of Commission Public Service Committee Meeting 3/10/2020 1:00 PM Massage Operator License Department:Planning & Development Presenter:Julietta H. Walton Caption:Discussion: A request by MingMing Yin for a Massage Operator License to be used in connection with Double Liu I, Inc located at 3450 Wrightsboro Rd Ste. 2290. District 5. Super District 9. Background:This is a New Location. Analysis:The applicant meets the requirements of the City of Augusta's Ordinance that regulates Message Therapy. Financial Impact:The applicant will pay a fee of $155 for a Massage Operator License and a fee based on gross revenue. Alternatives: Recommendation:The Planning & Development approved the application subject to additional information not contradicting applicant’s statements. The Sheriff’s Office approved the application subject to additional information not contradicting applicant’s statements. Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Finance. Law. Administrator. Clerk of Commission Hixon's Roofing Phone: Company Representative David Hixon Phone: (803) 341-1729 david@hixonsroofing.com 02/06/2020 Claim Information Eric Johnson Augusta-Richmond county Central Service Department 3431 Old McDuffie Road Augusta, GA 30906 (706) 432-5476 Job: Eric Johnson Roofing Section Hixon's Roofing will work Safely at all times under OSHA and the Contractors Rules and Regulations Install 2.5' ISO throughout roof (Insulation) Install a new 60 mil White GAF TPO mechanically attached per manufacture specification. Install termination bar for TPO roof Re Flash around curbs and roof penetrations Install new TPO pipe boots Provide Dumpster Hixon's will provide a lift for the period of the job Warranty: Hixon's will provide a 10 year workmanship warranty *This metal roof has several patches and leaks. It is our recommendation that we Install a TPO roof system over the existing roof. We do not recommend replacing the metal because the pitch of the roof is to low and we cannot guarantee that it will not leak. We can guarantee the TPO roof system.* TOTAL $73,900.00 Please make all checks payable to Hixon's Roofing. Payment is due upon completion of work. If the job is through insurance; the first check is due on the day of completion along with any out of pocket expenses. If the job is through our financing company; we will send an invoice and handle the rest. In the unlikely event that collection procedures become necessary, I understand that I, not my insurance company, am responsible for the entire account balance. I shall pay all monies to Hixon's Roofing , and I will be responsible for invoice amount plus all fees involved in the collection. Interest of 5% will be applied to any balance remaining after 30 days from invoice. I also acknowledge that it is my full responsibility to pay 50% of the balance owed to cover Collection Fees, if sent to a Collection Agency, plus court cost and any interest incurred if litigated. Any payment made with credit card, there will be a 3% additional service charge. Any signed contract cancellations will result in an amount of 25% of the total contract due to Hixon's Roofing immediately upon cancellation. Satellite Disclaimer: If your home has a satellite dish we will have to remove it in order to properly install your roof. We will do our best to ensure it is put back in the correct position, but we are not responsible for ensuring that you have signal after we put the dish back in place. Note: If Hixon's Roofing finds more than one layer of shingles while tearing off old shingles/membrane there will be an extra charge per square. If you have a split air conditioner system, it’s your responsibility to confirm that the unit was installed up to code. If the supply line in the attic is touching the roof decking there is a possibility the roof nails will penetrate through the decking and could hit the supply line causing air to quit working. Cover items in your attic due to debris falling when a roof is removed and replaced. Hixon's Roofing is not responsible for anything that may be damaged in the attic. By signing below, you agree to these terms. Company Authorized Signature Date Customer Signature Date Customer Signature Date Public Service Committee Meeting 3/10/2020 1:00 PM Emergency Roof Rpair at McDuffie Woods Communty Center Department:Recreation and Parks Presenter:Ron Houck Caption:A motion to receive as information an emergency procurement of roof replacement services at the McDuffie Woods Community Center. Background:A recent roof assessment conducted at a number of facilities through the Augusta Central Services Department and specifically the McDuffie Woods Community Center has led to a recommendation for a roof replacement at this facility. Because of the poor existing condition of the existing roof and the fact the Recreation and Parks recently invested funds to repair the wood gym floor, a complete roof replacement was the recommendation to rectify the number of lakes and failed patches. Analysis:It was crucial to immediately initiate an emergency roof replacement to prevent any further damage and provide a safe environment for our park patrons and staff. This facility houses a senior nutrition program, league basketball play and other programs. This emergency work approved by Geri Sams, Augusta's Procurement Director will avoid any threat to public health, safety or operation maintenance costs associated with a poor roof. Central Services will take the lead on this wok. Financial Impact:The emergency purchase order is for the amount of $73,900.00. Alternatives: Recommendation:To receive as information Funds are Available in the Funds are available in account 328061110 - 5413120 212066402 - 5413120 Following Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Finance. Procurement. Law. Administrator. Clerk of Commission RECREATION AND PARKS SPLOST 7 RECOMMENDATIONS November 12, 2019 SPLOST 7 Funding by Year and Category PROJECT Hiking/Biking Trails and River Walk Enhancements and Expansions Neighborhood Parks/Urban Parks / Open Space and Playgrounds Community Center Improvements/Equipment Sports Facility Field and Court Improvements Swimming Pools and Splash Pads ADA Audit and Improvements, Reforestation, and Cemetery Improvements, Implementation of Master Plan - Priority of funding to approved projects categories listed above will be determined based upon study results Administration Total - Quality of Life APPROVED 8-18-15 4,000,000 2,000,000 4,000,000 4,000,000 1,750,000 750,000 1,000,000 - 17,500,000 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 TOTALS - - 1,100,000 - 1,000,000 750,000 2,850,000 - 650,000 650,000 200,000 250,000 500,000 - - 325,000 375,000 3,500,000 125,000 1,100,000 - 1,000,000 750,000 1,100,000 - 1,000,000 750,000 600,000 850,000 300,000 - - - - 3,125,000125,0005,175,0001,375,0005,450,000 1,750,000 3,750,000 2,850,000 1,000,000 1,050,000 3,500,000 750,000 2,250,000 17,500,000 - - 250,000 125,000 - - - - - 125,000125,000 --- - WWW.AUGUSTAGA.GOV SPLOST 7 Financial Summary WWW.AUGUSTAGA.GOV Not-Committed Underway Spent $1,750,000 $4,750,000 $11,000,000 Recommendations Designs Underway WWW.AUGUSTAGA.GOV New Community Center Removal of Tennis Courts Closing Pool Incorporating Splash Pad Site Improvements DYESS PARK $1,000,000 Recommendations Designs Underway WWW.AUGUSTAGA.GOV Walking Trail New Basketball Courts New Football Field Center Renovations JAMESTOWN PARK $442,000 Recommendations Designs Underway WWW.AUGUSTAGA.GOV Design Construction Phase 2 Trail Development LOMBARD MILL POND TRAIL $490,000 $45,580 $444,420 Recommendations Designs Underway WWW.AUGUSTAGA.GOV Julian Smith Casino BBQ Pit Site Improvements LAKE OLMSTEAD PARK $1,700,000 $700,000 $400,000 $350,000 Recommendations Designs Underway WWW.AUGUSTAGA.GOV Removal of Fence and Electrical Create a Multipurpose Field Walking Track/Trail Pavillion Swimming Pool Upgrade Center Modifications FLEMING PARK $1,000,000 Recommendations Designs Underway WWW.AUGUSTAGA.GOV McBean Splash Pad Irrigation / Landscape Playground Equipment ADDITIONAL ITEMS $1,210,000 $125,000 $335,000 $750,000 Recommendations for Non-Committed Funds WWW.AUGUSTAGA.GOV Brigham Complex Safety Improvements Aquatics Center Rental Facilities Security Cameras All Recaptured Project funds to be allocated towards Cemetery Improvements NON-COMMITTED $11,000,000 $6,000,000 $1,500,000 $2,000,000 $1,000,000 $500,000 TBD Questions WWW.AUGUSTAGA.GOV FLEMING PARK MASTERPLAN AND MEMORIAL CONCEPTS FEBRUARY 2020 COLEMAN A V E . SM I T H D R . LUMPKIN RD. BR I A R W O O D A V E . MEMORIAL PLAN VIEW MEMORIAL PERSPECTIVE VIEWMASTERPLAN 0 SCALE: 1" = 100' 100'200'50'100' N MULTIPURPOSE GREEN SPACE BERNIE WARD COMMUNITY CENTER REPLASTER AND REPAINT LANES IN POOL SPLASH PAD NEW FLAG COURT AND ADA COMPLIANT ENTRY MAINTAIN EXISTING PLAYGROUND MAINTAIN EXISTING PARKING NEW RESTROOM FACILITY MELQUAN ROBINSON MEMORIAL NEW LIGHTING TYP. WALKING TRAIL BUTLER HIGH SCHOOL WALKING TRAIL NEW PICNIC PAVILION TYP. OVERFLOW PARKING FUTURE STAGE JEFF MAXWELL BRANCH LIBRARY NEW GROUP SHELTER Public Service Committee Meeting 3/10/2020 1:00 PM Fleming Park Improvement Project Department:Recreation and Parks Department Presenter:Ron Houck Caption:Motion to approve Change Order #2 to Johnson Laschober and Associates in the amount of $64,500 for design and engineering services at Fleming Park. Background:In November of 2019, The Augusta Commission approved reallocation of SPLOST VII funds for Recreation and Parks. As a part of the recommendations for Fleming Park was $1,000,000 for the removal of fence and electrical poles/fixtures, creation of a multi-purpose field, walking track, pavilion/restrooms, swimming pool replastering and community center modifications. Analysis:Because of the change of project scope, our engineer of record will incur an increase in design and engineering fees in the amount of $64,500. Attached to the agenda item is the backup document on change order #2, the probable opinion of costs associated with the revised scope, and a revised master plan for the park to reflect best use of the site within the budgeted dollars available. Any further enhancement, new construction, etc. would be a viable option as SPLOST 8 projects are being formulated. Financial Impact:$64,500 Alternatives:1. To Approve the Motion 2. Move No Action. Recommendation:1. Move to Approve. Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: FUNDS ARE AVAILABLE IN ACCOUNT: Recreation SPLOST 329061110 – 5212115 217057213 - 5212115 REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Finance. Procurement. Law. Administrator. Clerk of Commission Mr. Johnson: On behalf of Mayor Hardie Davis, Jr. and the Augusta Commission, we are pleased to provide this letter of support to The Warrior Alliance and the veteran skills development program, Operation Double Eagle. The Warrior Alliance has worked with the Augusta-Richmond County Consolidated Government (Augusta, Georgia to create a unique opportunity that leverages our rich history of military veterans and our world-renowned reputation as the mecca for golf. We are a community that recognizes that veterans are our greatest assets, and we are committed to ensuring that all individuals that have served our nation are provided opportunities to thrive in their post-military lives. Augusta, Georgia fully supports veterans participating in the Operation Double Eagle education, through an executed Lease Agreement approved by the Augusta Commission on June 12, 2018 that extends to 2028. Along with this agreement, the Augusta Commission has entered into an Augusta Municipal Golf Course Renovation Service Agreement which details the deliverables to perform the required services of the Augusta Municipal Golf Course. We appreciate the benefits of the training and apprenticeship program, as well as the potential economic and environmental impact that a fully accessible renovation of the Augusta Municipal Golf Course will have within our community. We will assist your efforts and participate in the success of Operation Double Eagle through the following: · Build awareness and support of The Warrior Alliance organization’s Operation Double Eagle program at the Augusta Municipal Golf Course · Provide opportunities for maintenance and apprenticeship projects for Operation Double Eagle veterans at the Augusta Municipal Golf Course · Provide Augusta Municipal Golf Course benefits to Operation Double Eagle sponsors and donors · Work with local service organizations to recruit veterans for Operation Double Eagle · Support The Warrior Alliance in growing the game of golf through adaptive golf training and disabled veteran golf tournaments at the Augusta Municipal Golf Course. · Provide for the Director of Recreation and Parks to serve as a member of the Operation Double Eagle Advisory Council. The operations of the Augusta Municipal Golf Course, managed under contract with Cypress Golf Management, is fully supportive of the Warrior Alliance Program and realizes the benefits of having additional trained groundskeepers to assist their efforts in maintaining this public facility. With a renovated golf course that is totally ADA accessible, this will only enhance the opportunities to provide a better quality product for the community as well as enhanced opportunities for the golf operations to be a sustainable operation. Augusta fully supports the Warrior’s Alliances commitment to deliver a signature, ADA compliant golf course, and be recognized as one of the most accessible golf facilities in the nation. Augusta will remain a strong advocate for the long term objective of attracting world-wide programs for adaptive golf, as well as the vision to utilize the renovated course to increase play for all levels of golf abilities. In addition, Augusta, GA will work with The Warrior Alliance to support its fundraising efforts to renovate the Augusta Municipal Golf Course through: · Establishing a donation program through the use of a percentage amount of non-member golf fees for the renovation. · Considering The Warrior Alliance social enterprise offerings that provide benefit Augusta, GA and raise funds for Operation Double Eagle. As an example there may be a product such as an instant cooling towel that the warrior alliance develops a partnership with, which is then sold at our golf course, with a percentage of sales going to support the renovations of the Augusta Municipal Golf Course. We appreciate all that The Warrior Alliance is doing to help Augusta, GA to become a destination for veteran workforce development and we are committed to creating a tremendous opportunity for veterans of all abilities to learn, play and work in the game of golf. Public Service Committee Meeting 3/10/2020 1:00 PM The Warrior Alliance Program Department:Recreation and Parks Department Presenter:Ron Houck Caption:Motion to receive as information a Letter of Support between Augusta and The Warrior Alliance. Background:The Warrior Alliance signature offering, Operation Double Eagle, addresses the most pressing issue that veterans face upon their return home: successful integration into the civilian workforce. The vision is to rehabilitate and re-skill wounded, ill and injured veterans as part of a historical golf course renovation project. As an important off-shoot to benefit the entire golfing community and the possibilities of attracting events into Augusta, is the 18-hole renovation project that has everyone excited Analysis:The Letter of Support with the Warrior Alliance will help further demonstrate Augusta’s desire to achieve success on both fronts. Financial Impact:No hard-cost to Augusta. Alternatives:1. To receive as information 2. Move no action Recommendation:1. To receive as information Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: N/A REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Finance. Law. Administrator. Clerk of Commission Public Service Committee Meeting 3/10/2020 1:00 PM JB commenmorative sidewalk vinyl Department: Presenter:Commissioner Mary Davis Caption:Approve the City of Augusta as the owners of the James Brown commemorative sidewalk vinyl graphics to be installed in May and waive the required insurance indemnification as required by the Sidewalk Encroachment Permit for this application. (Requested by Commissioner Mary Davis) Background:The Encroachment Permit requires the project to carry insurance indemnifying the City of Augusta. Once installed the sidewalk vinyl should be property of the ARC. Based on the city owning the property once completed the insurance indemnification should be waive. Analysis: Financial Impact: Alternatives: Recommendation: Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: 1 January 17, 2020 Mr. Jarvis Sims Interim Administrator 535 Telfair Street, suite 910 Augusta, Georgia 30901 Dear Mr. Sims, RATP Dev is the city’s contractor to provide fixed route and paratransit public transportation services in the City of Augusta and the surrounding rural areas. We have been providing this service under contract with the city since 2013. We are currently in negotiations with the Transport Workers Union of America (TWU) to establish a new collective bargaining agreement (CBA) covering Augusta Transit employees. Our current CBA is set to expire January 31, 2019 and by this letter, I’d like to give you an update on negotiations to date. Negotiations have been constructive and have gone very well with the notable exception of economics. RATP Dev began discussions with the union on October 30, 31 and November 1. We had follow-up meetings November 12, 13 and 14 as well as December 11 and 12. The tone at the bargaining table was constructive and was focused around problem solving. A lot has already been accomplished and there is still work to be done on some general contract language, but our major point of difference is wages. Economics With respect to wages, the union’s initial request was a $2.00 per hour pay raise. We continue to negotiate and the current request is a $1.50 per hour pay increase in the first year of the contract. The union’s wage issue is fueled by the disproportionate variance between Augusta Transit pay rates to other regional transit markets and similar commercial driving opportunities available here in the CSRA. Similar commercial driving jobs available in the CSRA pay much higher wages with the closest top pay, exceeding the Augusta Transit top operator pay by $3.44 per hour. The inability to pay a living wage that is competitive to other local opportunities impacts our ability to recruit and retain quality employees, inherently leading to service issues. Augusta Market Comparators Start Rate Top Rate School bus $13.39 $16.83 City Truck Driver (B license) $13.70 $20.55 Heavy Equipment Operator $13.07 $19.02 Augusta Transit $13.13 $13.39 2 Regional transit opportunities (avg.) $22.42 These wage gaps are significant and in our judgment the union has taken a very firm position. At this point in the negotiations we are recommending a proactive approach to economics which will avoid the possibility of a work stoppage or other labor disruption. The current labor market is increasingly competitive and we are observing an increased likelihood of work stoppages. There have been recent transit strikes in southeastern Massachusetts, Washington DC and in Fairfax, VA. The Washington strike was particularly noteworthy as it lasted more than two months and resulted in a significant disruption of transit. By this letter, RATP Dev is requesting that the city of Augusta increase each of RATP Dev’s revenue hour billing rates by $2.67. This request equates to a request of $181,718 for CY 2020 when using the revenue hour estimates from our current contract with the city. We will propose these rates to the union and anticipate passing through the increase to the employees. The requested increase gives us the funding to make a much-needed $1.50 market adjustment to our pay rates. This is a much more competitive wage that gets us closer to a livable wage for the region. Higher wages will help us retain the great people that we already have and attract high-quality applicants to add to our team going forward. This improved employee retention and attraction translates to higher quality, safer, more dependable transit service for the City of Augusta and the surrounding rural communities. If you need additional information, please don’t hesitate to reach out to me. Sincerely, Steve Sherrer Regional Vice President - Southeast P (386) 631-5577 steven.sherrer@ratpdev.com cc: Ms. Sharon Dottery, Transit Director Mr. Matt Booterbaugh, RATP Dev - SVP of Operations and Innovation 3 Public Service Committee Meeting 3/10/2020 1:00 PM RATP-DEV Department:Augusta Public Transit Presenter:Sharon Dottery Caption:Discussion of rate increase for RAT-PDEV. Background:RATP-DEV is the city’s contractor to provide Fixed Route, ADA Paratransit and Rural (Richmond Transit) services in the City of Augusta since 2013. They are currently in negotiations with the Transport Workers Union of America (TWU) to establish a new collective bargaining agreement (CBA) covering Augusta Transit Management employees. Analysis:RATP Dev began discussions with the union on October 30, 31 and November 1. We had follow-up meetings November 12, 13 and 14 as well as December 11 and 12. The tone at the bargaining table was constructive and was focused around problem solving. A lot has already been accomplished and there is still work to be done on some general contract language, but our major point of difference is wages. With respect to wages, the union’s initial request was a $2.00 per hour pay raise. We continue to negotiate and the current request is a $1.50 per hour pay increase in the first year of the contract. The union’s wage issue is fueled by the disproportionate variance between Augusta Transit pay rates to other regional transit markets and similar commercial driving opportunities available here in the CSRA. Similar commercial driving jobs available in the CSRA pay much higher wages with the closest top pay, exceeding the Augusta Transit top operator pay by $3.44 per hour. Augusta Market Comparators Start Rate Top Rate School Bus $13.39 $16.83 City Truck Driver (B license)$13.70 $20.55 Heavy Equipment Operator $13.07 $19.02 Augusta Transit Management $13.13 $13.39 Regional Transit Opportunities (avg.) $22.42 Financial Impact:The 2020 budget does not support this request for an additional $181,718 in operating expenditures. A source of additional funding would have to be identified. Options include: General Fund Contingency, TIA discretionary. Alternatives:The vendor is stating that inability to pay a living wage that is competitive to other local opportunities impacts our ability to recruit and retain quality employees, inherently leading to service issues. Recommendation:Transit is not in support of this request. Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: Funding is not available in the 2020 budget; additional funds would need to be allocated. Possible sources of funds: General Fund Contingency TIA Discretionary REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Finance. Procurement. Law. Administrator. Clerk of Commission Invitation to Bid Sealed bids will be received at this office until Thursday, December 5, 2019 @ 11:00 a.m. for furnishing for: Bid Item #19-299 Rental Car Concession and Lease Agreements for Augusta GA – Augusta Regional Airport Commodity Code: 023-975-14 Bids will be received by Augusta, GA Commission hereinafter referred to as the OWNER at the offices of: Geri A. Sams, Director Augusta Procurement Department 535 Telfair Street - Room 605 Augusta, Georgia 30901 Bid documents may be viewed on the Augusta, Georgia web site under the Procurement Department ARCbid. Bid documents may Documents may be examined during regular business hours at the offices of Augusta, GA Procurement Department. Non-Mandatory Pre-Proposal/Telephone Conference will be held on Tuesday, November 19, 2019 @ 2:00 p.m. in the Procurement Department, 535 Telfair Street, Room 605. If you choose to teleconference there is a $35.00 fee. Make the $35.00 check payable “Augusta Georgia Commission” and mail to Geri A. Sams, Director Augusta Procurement Department 535 Telfair Street - Room 605 Augusta, Georgia 30901. All questions must be submitted in writing by fax to 706 821-2811 or by email to procbidandcontract@augustaga.gov to the office of the Procurement Department by Thursday, November 21, 2019 @ 5:00 P.M. No bid will be accepted by fax, all must be received by mail or hand delivered. No bids may be withdrawn for a period of ninety (90) days after bids have been opened, pending the execution of contract with the successful bidder. A $5,000 Bid Bond, Cashiers, Treasurer’s Check or bank draft of any State or National Bank is required. A 100% performance bond and a 100% payment bond will be required for award. Invitation for bids and specifications. An invitation for bids shall be issued by the Procurement Office and shall include specifications prepared in accordance with Article 4 (Product Specifications), and all contractual terms and conditions, applicable to the procurement. All specific requirements contained in the invitation to bid including, but not limited to, the number of copies needed, the timing of the submission, the required financial data, and any other requirements designated by the Procurement Department are considered material conditions of the bid which are not waiveable or modifiable by the Procurement Director. All requests to waive or modify any such material condition shall be submitted through the Procurement Director to the appropriate committee of the Augusta, Georgia Commission for approval by the Augusta, Georgia Commission. Please mark BID number on the outside of the envelope. Bidders are cautioned that acquisition of BID documents through any source other than the office of the Procurement Department is not advisable. Acquisition of BID documents from unauthorized sources placed the bidder at the risk of receiving incomplete or inaccurate information upon which to base his qualifications. Correspondence must be submitted via mail, fax or email as follows: Augusta Procurement Department Attn: Geri A. Sams, Director of Procurement 535 Telfair Street, Room 605 Augusta, GA 30901 Fax: 706-821-2811 or Email: procbidandcontract@augustaga.gov No bid will be accepted by fax, all must be received by mail or hand delivered. GERI A. SAMS, Procurement Director Publish: Augusta Chronicle October 24, 31, November 7, 14, 2019 Metro Courier October 24, 2019 Official VENDORS THE HERTZ CORPORATION (HERTZ) 8501 Williams Rd. Estero, FL 33928 GSP TRANSPORTATION INC. (DOLLAR & THRIFTY) 2429 SOUTH HIGHWAY 14 GREER, SC 29650 AVIS BUDGET CAR RENTAL, LLC (AVIS AND ZIPCAR) 6 SYLVAN WAY PARSIPPANY, NJ 07054 AVIS BUDGET CAR RENTAL, LLC (BUDGET AND PAYLESS) 6 SYLVAN WAY PARSIPPANY, NJ 07054 ENTERPRISE LEASING COMPANY- SOUTHEAST LLC (ENTERPRISE RENT- A-CAR) 101 BUSINESS PARK BLVD. STE 1100 COLUMBIA, SC 29203 ENTERPRISE LEASING COMPANY- SOUTHEAST LLC (ALAMO RENT A CAR AND NATIONAL CAR RENTAL) 101 BUSINESS PARK BLVD., STE 1100, COLUMBIA, SC 29203 Attachment B Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes E-Verify #729687 57097840 / 610946 60918165 / 142032 60918165 / 142032 46068 46068 Addendums 1 Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes SAVE Form Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Bid Bond Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes March 1, 2020 - February 28, 2021 $370,000.00 $140,000.00 $281,332.00 $240,753.00 $277,935.00 $278,958.00 March 1, 2021 - February 28, 2022 $371,850.00 $140,000.00 $286,959.00 $245,568.00 $277,935.00 $278,958.00 March 1, 2022 - February 28, 2023 $373,709.25 $140,000.00 $292,698.00 $250,479.00 $277,935.00 $278,958.00 March 1, 2023 - February 28, 2024 $375,577.80 $140,000.00 $298,552.00 $255,489.00 $277,935.00 $278,958.00 March 1, 2024 - February 28, 2025 $377,458.69 $140,000.00 $304,523.00 $260,598.00 $277,935.00 $278,958.00 5 Year Total $1,858,592.74 $700,000.00 $1,464,064.00 $1,252,887.00 $1,389,675.00 $1,394,790.00 Total Number Specifications Mailed Out: 10 Total Number Specifications Download (Demandstar): 3 Total Electronic Notifications (Demandstar): 17 Georiga Procurement Registry: 90 Pre-proposal / Telephone Conference: 6 Total packages submitted: 6 Total Noncompliant: 0 Bid Opening Bid Item #19-299 Rental Car Concession and Lease Agreements for Augusta, Georgia - Augusta Regional Airport Bid Due: Thursday, December 19, 2019 @ 11:00 a.m. ANNUAL MINIMUM GUARANTEE Page 1 of 1 Public Service Committee Meeting 3/10/2020 1:00 PM Rental Car Concessions and Lease Agreement- GSP Department:Augusta Regional Airport Presenter:Herbert Judon Caption:Motion to approve the Rental Car Concessions and Lease Agreement - GSP (THRIFTY). Background:The Airport received six (6) bids in response to the Invitation to Bid for the Airport’s six (6) Rental Car Concessions. Bidders were required to provide a minimum annual guarantee for each year of the five (5) year contract with the high bidder having the opportunity to make the first selection as to terminal counter space and rental car ready return lot, which is now being leased in blocks rather than individual spaces. Each of the remaining bidders was able to select their spaces according to their bids. Analysis:Bids received were as follows: The five-year MAG bids came in as follows: Hertz – $1,868,592.74 Avis/Zipcar – $1,464,064.00 Alamo/National – $1,394,790.00 Enterprise – $1,389,675.00 Budget/Payless – $1,252,887.00 GSP- $700,000.00 Financial Impact:Revenue-GSP- $700,000.00 Alternatives:To Deny Recommendation:Recommends Approval Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: Revenue Account 551000000-3492404 REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Procurement Finance Law Administrator Clerk of Commission Public Service Committee Meeting 3/10/2020 1:00 PM 1762 Lovers Lane, Augusta, Georgia Department:Law Presenter:G. Alls Caption:Augusta, Georgia to receive Environmental Covenant to enforce restrictions on 1762 Lovers Lane, Augusta, Georgia. Background:A prior finding and settlement with the EPA has determined that no subsequent user of the property may utilize the groundwater for drinking purposes. Analysis:N/A Financial Impact:N/A Alternatives:N/A Recommendation:Accept the covenant. Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: N/A REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Finance. Law. Administrator. Clerk of Commission Public Service committee Meeting commission chamber - zlz5lz020 ATTENDANCE: Present: Hons. Davis, chairman; Hasan, vice chairman; clarke and Fennoy, members. Absent: Hon. Hardie Davis, Jr., Mayor. PUBLIC SERVICES 1. New Location: A.N. 20-02: A request consumption on premise Liquor, Beer connection with Topgolf USA AG, LLC Topgolf Way. There will be Sunday Sales. by Eldridge A. Burns, Jr. for a Item& Wine License to be used in Action: dba Topgolf Flex located at 437 Approved District 7. Super District 10. Motions Motion Motion Textrype Motion to ^ aDDrove.APProve uotio, passes 4-0. Motions Motion Motion Textr ype Motion to ^ apDrove.APProve Motion passes 4-0. Made By Seconded By Commissioner Commissioner Ben Hasan John clarke Passes Motion Result Motion Result 2. New Location: A.N. 20-03: A request by Ginger Rene Thomas for a ltem consumption on premise Liquor, Beer & Wine License to be used in Action: connection with Cliffism's located at2416 Windsor Spring Rd. Suite 2. Therc Approvedwill be Dance. District 6. Super District 10. Made By Commissioner Ben Hasan Seconded By Commissioner William Fennoy Passes 3. New Location: A.N. 20-0 4: A request by XieYue Lin for a on premise ltem consumption Liquor, Beer & Wine License to be used in connection with Action: Kung fu Crab House located at 2801Washington Rd. Suite 105. There will Approved be Sunday Sales. District 7. Super District 10. 4. Discussion: A request by Miranda Wade for a Massage Operator License to Item be used in connection with Miranda's Therapeutic Touch Massage located at Action: 3458 Peach Orchard Rd. Suite B. District 6. Super District 10. Approved Motions Motion Motion Text'l'ype Motion to . aDDrove.APProve vGtion Passes 4-0. Motions Motion-'"""" Motion Text'l'ype Motion to . aDDrove.APProve vtltion Passes 4-0. Made By Seconded By Commissioner Commissioner Ben Hasan William FennoY Made By Seconded By Motion Result Passes Motion Result Commissioner Commissioner Ben Hasan william Fennoy Passes 5. For Approval. The Planning & Development Department recommends Item amending Augusta, Georgia Code, Noise, Section 3-6-2 (b and d), so as to Action: amend tlie hours for events at the Olmstead Stadium, 78 Milledge Road, and Approved to provide an effective date. Motions f#:" Motion rext Made Bv seconded By f*il Commissioner Commissioner John clarke Ben Hasan Passes Motion to aDDrove.APProve ruto,ionPasses 4-0. 6. Motion to approve the Director's Purchase Authority in the amount of Item $25,000.00 as-approved by the Aviation Commission at the January 30th, Action: 2020 Aviation Commission Meeting. Approved Motions H:tl" Motion Text Made By seconded By MotionI YPe etr'uutrttr ,Y Result Motion to Approve il5ffiu,,., i"rTt',x1".'* $",ffiI:ffi:, passes 4-0. 7. Motion to approve the amended leased area for the Warrior Alliance Double Item Eagle Performance Center. Action: Approved Motions X:'1"' Motion Text Made By Seconded By Motion r ype svlv'uuu DJ Result Motion to approve. a __.-,,_ Mr. Hasan votes Commissioner CommissionerApprove No. william Fennoy Mary Davis Passes Motion Passes 3-1. 8. Motion to approve the minutes of the Public Services Committee held on ItemFebruary 11,2020. Action: Approved Motions X::ti"' Motion Texr Made By seconded By Motion I YPe -''--- -r Result Motion to Approve ffi5,1"";'**,., :J#ti::fJ* fff##';:ffi:, passes 4-0. 9. Motion to increase the Daniel Field grant budget by $268,650. The additional ltem local match $4,430 will come from fund balance appropriation. Action: Approved Motions Motion Motion Text Made Seconded MotionrYPe By By Result Unanimous consent is given to add this item to the agenda. Motions Y:11'" Motion Text Made Bv Seconded Bv fffilr ype Motion toaoorove. Commissioner Commissioner D,Approve n;il;" Passes John clarke william Fennoy rasses 4-0. www.augustaqa.qov Public Service Committee Meeting 3/10/2020 1:00 PM Minutes Department: Presenter: Caption:Motion to approve the minutes of the Public Services Committee held on February 25, 2020. Background: Analysis: Financial Impact: Alternatives: Recommendation: Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: