Columbia County public meetings in 2021

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners is reviewing a wide range of administrative approvals, including several alcoholic beverage licenses and infrastructure contracts. The body will also discuss zoning revisions, variances, and employment contracts in executive session.

• Resolution 21-49: Issuance of up to $13,000,000 in revenue refunding bonds for the School for Arts-Infused Learning, Inc. (SAIL)
• Construction contracts with Reeves Construction Company for William Few Parkway rehabilitation and intersection improvements
• Construction contract with R.D. Brown Contractors, Inc. for Martinez Park
• Rezone request RZ21-12-01 for 2.09 +/- acres at 2029 William Few Parkway from S-1 to P-1
• Alcoholic beverage license requests for Gas World #5, La Cocina Del Rey, Charros Express-Mex, Riverwood Spirits, and Southern Beverage Outlet

The Columbia County Board of Commissioners approved a new ambulance services agreement with Gold Cross, including a $75,000 budget transfer and $500,000 in CARES Act funding for three quick response vehicles. They also approved several construction contracts, including road and park projects, and denied two alcoholic beverage licenses. All votes were unanimous except for one license approval that passed 4-1.

• Approved Gold Cross ambulance services agreement (unanimous)
• Approved $1,512,825 William Few Parkway rehabilitation contract (unanimous)
• Approved $1,305,022 Martinez Park construction contract (unanimous)
• Approved $504,245 William Few/Riverwood intersection improvements (unanimous)
• Denied alcoholic beverage license for Manshiv Enterprise LLC (unanimous)
• Denied alcoholic beverage license for Pranav Patel (unanimous)
• Approved alcoholic beverage license for APS Beverages LLC (4-1)
• Approved $955,104 Judicial Council ARPA grant (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Columbia County Planning Commission will discuss several land-use changes, including a rezoning request for 3850 Kamper Klub Road. The body will also consider a massage operator's license and a temporary use extension.

• RZ21-11-07: Rezone 23.17 +/- acres at 3850 Kamper Klub Road from R-4 to S-1
• RZ21-12-04: Rezone 0.816 +/- acres at 206 Flowing Wells Road from PDD to S-1
• RZ21-12-06: Major PUD Revision for 1.2 +/- acres off Ronald Reagan Drive & North Belair Road
• Massage Operator’s License for Em Body Massage LLC at 4436 Columbia Road Suite 204
• Temporary Use Authorization Extension for 2.79 +/- acres at 927 Carlene Drive

The Columbia County Planning Commission approved a massage operator's license for Em Body Massage LLC, a temporary use authorization extension for 927 Carlene Drive, and a major PUD revision off Ronald Reagan Drive & North Belair Road with conditions. They postponed a rezoning at 3850 Kamper Klub Road to March 3, 2022, and withdrew a rezoning at 206 Flowing Wells Road without prejudice. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Massage Operator's License for Em Body Massage LLC at 4436 Columbia Road Suite 204 (unanimous)
• Approved Temporary Use Authorization Extension at 927 Carlene Drive with 60-day condition (unanimous)
• Approved Major PUD Revision RZ21-12-06 off Ronald Reagan Drive & North Belair Road with conditions (unanimous)
• Postponed rezoning RZ21-11-07 at 3850 Kamper Klub Road to March 3, 2022 (unanimous)
• Withdrew without prejudice rezoning RZ21-12-04 at 206 Flowing Wells Road (unanimous)

Community and Emergency Services

The Community and Emergency Services Committee will meet to discuss animal services donations. The committee will also review fire response summary and monthly reports, as well as a year-to-date budget report.

• Animal Services Donations
• Fire Response Summary Report
• Fire Response Monthly Report
• Fire and Emergency Services Year to Date Budget Report

The Community and Emergency Services Committee approved forwarding the acceptance of donations totaling $3,750 for animal medical care and spay/neuter services to the December 21, 2021 Board of Commissioners Consent Agenda. The committee also approved the minutes of the November 23, 2021 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved forwarding animal services donations to BOC consent agenda
• Approved minutes of November 23, 2021 meeting

Development and Engineering Services

The Development and Planning Services Committee will consider several alcoholic beverage licenses and two easement encroachment agreements. The body will also receive monthly workload and financial reports from the Planning and Development Services divisions.

• Alcoholic Beverage License: Gas World 5 Food Store LLC dba Gas World #5
• Alcoholic Beverage License: Oshun 1 Inc dba La Cocina Del Rey
• Alcoholic Beverage License: Charros Express-Mex Inc
• Alcoholic Beverage License: Riverwood Spirits LLC
• Easement Encroachment Agreements at 582 Farmington Circle and 403 Lakestone Way

The Development and Planning Services Committee approved forwarding five alcoholic beverage licenses to the Board of Commissioners' consent agenda, effective January 1, 2022. It also voted to deny three other alcohol license applications. The committee approved two easement encroachment agreements and the previous meeting's minutes.

• Approved forwarding alcohol license for Gas World 5 Food Store LLC dba Gas World #5
• Approved forwarding alcohol license for Oshun 1 Inc dba La Cocina Del Rey
• Approved forwarding alcohol license for Charros Express-Mex Inc
• Approved forwarding alcohol license for Riverwood Spirits LLC
• Approved forwarding alcohol license for Southern Wine Shop LLC dba Southern Beverage Outlet
• Denied alcohol licenses for Manshiv Enterprise LLC dba Liquor Market, Pranav Patel, and APS Beverages LLC (2-1)
• Approved forwarding easement encroachment agreement for 582 Farmington Circle
• Approved forwarding easement encroachment agreement for 403 Lakestone Way

Management and Internal Services

The Management and Internal Services Committee is meeting to discuss several grant acceptances and personnel requests. The body is reviewing contracts for probation services and emergency medical services, as well as technology infrastructure updates.

• Acceptance of Judicial Council ARPA and CJCC grants (J22-8-132 and B50-8-128)
• Gold Cross agreement for ambulance, emergency and non-emergency medical services
• Magistrate Court contract with CSRA Probation Services, Inc.
• Purchase of Cisco Firewall Upgrade and Integration Services from Presidio
• Intergovernmental Agreement with City of Belton, SC for five surplus Dodge Chargers

The Management and Internal Services Committee approved forwarding 12 items to the December 21, 2021 Board of Commissioners meeting, including acceptance of a $955,104 Judicial Council ARPA grant, a new Coroner's Office position, and a $7,000 stipend for part-time and reserve deputies. All votes were unanimous. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved forwarding $955,104 Judicial Council ARPA grant to BOC consent agenda
• Approved forwarding new Coroner's Office Administrative Coordinator I position ($19.87/hr) to BOC
• Approved forwarding $64,402 CJCC grant J22-8-132 for Accountability Courts to BOC
• Approved forwarding Magistrate Court contract with CSRA Probation Services to BOC
• Approved forwarding $7,000 stipend for 14 part-time/reserve deputies to BOC
• Approved forwarding Gold Cross ambulance agreement (effective Jan 1, 2022) to BOC debate agenda
• Approved forwarding $238,955.69 Cisco firewall upgrade purchase from Presidio to BOC
• Approved forwarding CJCC Coronavirus Emergency Supplemental Grant B50-8-128 to BOC

Public Works Services

The Public Works and Engineering Services Committee is discussing several infrastructure contracts and utility proposals. The body will review engineering and construction projects for local roads, culverts, and sewer extensions.

• Construction contracts with Reeves Construction Company for William Few Parkway Rehabilitation and intersection improvements
• Construction contract with R.D. Brown Contractors, Inc. for Martinez Park
• Engineering proposals for Butterfield Ct Detention Pond, Autumn Trail Culvert, and The Pass Culvert
• Network Vulnerability Assessment Proposal from Southern Flow, Inc for Water Utility
• Resolution 21-48 to amend Deerwood Estates, Section III, Street Light District #244

The Public Works and Engineering Services Committee approved forwarding 15 items to the December 21, 2021 Board of Commissioners consent agenda, including contracts, engineering proposals, and a sewer extension. The committee also moved an executive session property item to the BOC meeting. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved forwarding Senior Project Manager position and reclassifications to BOC consent agenda
• Approved forwarding $20,000 SCADA vulnerability assessment proposal to BOC consent agenda
• Approved forwarding $10,000 Anderson Circle sewer extension acceptance to BOC consent agenda
• Approved forwarding Resolution 21-48 for Deerwood Estates street light to BOC consent agenda
• Approved forwarding $60,463.20 purchase of 15 Smart City modules to BOC consent agenda
• Approved forwarding $1,512,825 William Few Parkway rehabilitation contract to BOC consent agenda
• Approved forwarding $1,305,022 Martinez Park construction contract to BOC consent agenda
• Moved executive session Property A to December 21, 2021 BOC meeting

Board of Commission

The Audit Committee will review the audit results summary for Fiscal Year 2020/2021. The body will also examine draft reports and receive an internal audit update.

• Fiscal Year 2020/2021 Audit Results Summary
• Draft reports for SPLOST Funds (2011-2016, 2017-2022, 2017 Go Bond)
• Draft reports for Facility Management
• Draft reports for Coroner's Office
• December Internal Audit Update

The Audit Committee received and reviewed three draft internal audit reports from Serotta Maddocks Evans & Company covering SPLOST funds, Facility Management, and the Coroner's Office. No formal votes were taken on the reports; the meeting was informational. The committee also approved the minutes from the September 14, 2021 meeting and removed an item from the agenda.

• Approved minutes from September 14, 2021 Audit Committee meeting (unanimous)
• Removed Fiscal Year 2020/2021 External Audit Results Summary from agenda
• Received draft SPLOST funds internal audit report
• Received draft Facility Management internal audit report
• Received draft Coroner's Office internal audit report

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will discuss zoning revisions and the issuance of bonds for the School for Arts-Infused Learning, Inc. The meeting includes votes on dissolving two committees and several public works projects.

• Resolution 21-49: Issuance of up to $13,000,000 in Revenue Refunding Bonds for the School for Arts-Infused Learning, Inc. (SAIL)
• RZ21-11-05: Rezone 11.42 acres at 4848 Wrightsboro Road from R-1 to PUD and a PUD revision at 729 Reynolds Road
• RZ21-11-06: Major PUD revision for 11.2 acres off Baker Place Road, Warrior Way, and William Few Parkway
• Resolution 21-46 and 21-47: Dissolution of the Community Events Committee and the Monument and Public Arts Committee
• Resolution 21-43: First reading to establish a Street Light District in Crawford Creek South, Phase VIIIB

The Columbia County Board of Commissioners approved a rezoning from R-1 to PUD for 11.42 acres at 4848 Wrightsboro Road (3-1) and a major PUD revision for the Wrights Farm development, subject to conditions. They also approved a major PUD revision for five parcels off Baker Place Road with traffic and planning conditions. The board denied an agreement with Engel Entertainment and failed to approve a resolution for SAIL revenue refunding bonds.

• Approved RZ21-11-05 Part I rezoning to PUD at 4848 Wrightsboro Road (3-1)
• Approved RZ21-11-05 Part II Major PUD Revision for Wrights Farm (unanimous)
• Approved RZ21-11-06 Major PUD Revision off Baker Place Road (unanimous)
• Denied agreement with Engel Entertainment (unanimous)
• Failed to approve Resolution 21-49 for SAIL revenue refunding bonds (2-2 tie)
• Approved $4,090,672.21 contract with Beam's Contracting for 2021 LMIG Phase 2
• Approved raising special off-duty compensation for firefighters to $40/hour
• Approved speed hump installation on Shallow Creek Crossing for $3,000

Planning Commission

The Columbia County Planning Commission will review several land-use requests, including rezoning and variances. The body will also consider a plan revision for a property on Columbia Road.

• RZ21-12-01: Rezone 2.09 acres at 2029 William Few Parkway from S-1 to P-1
• RZ21-12-03: Rezone 14.353 acres at 4204 Washington Road from R-2 to PRD
• VA21-12-02: Variance for 0.9 acres at 101 Bellewood Drive
• VA21-12-03: Sign variance for 47 acres at 785 Innovation Parkway
• RZ21-12-05: Plan revision for 101.03 acres at 4600 Columbia Road

The Columbia County Planning Commission unanimously voted to disapprove a request to rezone 2.09 acres at 2029 William Few Parkway from S-1 (Special) to P-1 (Professional). The commission also approved a minor revision to a Special zoning district at 4600 Columbia Road, approved two variances with conditions, and postponed a rezoning request for 4204 Washington Road to February 3, 2022.

• Approved the November 18, 2021 meeting minutes (3-0, with two abstentions).
• Approved the amended agenda, removing item H2g4 (RZ21-12-04).
• Approved RZ21-12-05, a minor S-1 (Special) revision for 101.03 acres at 4600 Columbia Road.
• Disapproved RZ21-12-01, a rezone from S-1 (Special) to P-1 (Professional) for 2.09 acres at 2029 William Few Parkway.
• Withdrew without prejudice RZ21-12-02, a major PUD revision for 1.08 acres off Ronald Reagan Drive & North Belair Road.
• Postponed to February 3, 2022, RZ21-12-03, a rezone from R-2 to PRD for 14.353 acres at 4204 Washington Road.
• Approved with conditions VA21-12-02, a variance for 0.9 acres at 101 Bellewood Drive.
• Approved with conditions VA21-12-03, a variance for 47 acres at 785 Innovation Parkway.

General

The Columbia County Construction Board is meeting to approve previous minutes and set a 2022 meeting schedule. The board will also address new business regarding concrete washouts and electrical grounding.

• Approval of October 14, 2020 meeting minutes
• Election of officers
• Establishment of 2022 meeting schedule
• Discussion of concrete washouts
• Discussion of electrical grounding

Community and Emergency Services

The Community and Emergency Services Committee will review resolutions to dissolve two existing committees. The meeting also includes a request regarding special off-duty compensation for fire and emergency services.

• Resolution 21-46: Dissolution of the Community Events Committee
• Resolution 21-47: Dissolution of the Monument and Public Arts Committee
• Ordinance Number 21-XX: Amending code regarding placement of memorials, monuments, sculptures, park benches, and works of art on county property
• Request to increase special off duty compensation for Fire and Emergency Services

The Community and Emergency Services Committee approved forwarding several items to the December 7, 2021 Board of Commissioners meeting. These include resolutions to dissolve the Community Events Committee and the Monument and Public Arts Committee, and a request to raise special off-duty compensation for firefighters to $40 per hour with a four-hour minimum, effective January 1, 2022. The committee also approved forwarding the first reading of an ordinance amending county code regarding memorials, monuments, and works of art on county property. The minutes of the October 26, 2021 meeting were approved unanimously.

• Approved forwarding Resolution 21-46 (dissolution of Community Events Committee) to the Board of Commissioners Consent Agenda.
• Approved forwarding Resolution 21-47 (dissolution of Monument and Public Arts Committee) to the Board of Commissioners Consent Agenda.
• Approved forwarding Ordinance 21-08 (amending code on memorials, monuments, and works of art) to the Board of Commissioners Debate Agenda for first reading.
• Approved forwarding a request to increase special off-duty compensation for firefighters to $40/hour with a 4-hour minimum, effective January 1, 2022, to the Board of Commissioners Consent Agenda.
• Approved the minutes of the October 26, 2021 meeting as presented.

Public Works Services

The committee will discuss water utility matters and engineering services. Items include a street light district proposal for Crawford Creek South and a speed hump installation on Shallow Creek Crossing.

• Moontown Road Water Line Extension
• Speed Hump Installation on Shallow Creek Crossing
• Public hearing for Crawford Creek South, Phase VIIIB Street Light District
• Resolutions 21-43 to establish a Street Light District in Crawford Creek South, Phase VIIIB
• Georgia Power proposal for safety lighting at Tubman Rd and Louisville Rd intersection

The Public Works and Engineering Services Committee approved forwarding several items to the December 7, 2021 Board of Commissioners meeting. These include a water line extension on Moontown Road, a speed hump installation on Shallow Creek Crossing, a street light district for Crawford Creek South, and a contract for road work. The committee also approved the minutes from the October 26, 2021 meeting.

• Approved forwarding the Moontown Road water line extension to the Board of Commissioners Consent Agenda, including acceptance of a $20,000 contribution and waiver of two tap fees.
• Approved forwarding the Water Distribution System Construction Specification Addendum to maintain DR 14 as the standard PVC water line.
• Approved forwarding the Verizon Wireless change of ownership for the Harlem High School elevated tank.
• Approved forwarding the installation of speed humps on Shallow Creek Crossing at an estimated cost of $3,000.
• Approved forwarding Resolution 21-43 to establish a street light district for Crawford Creek South, Phase VIIIB, and authorize Georgia Power to proceed.
• Approved forwarding the Georgia Power proposal for safety lighting at Tubman Road and Louisville Road.
• Approved forwarding the contract with Beam's Contracting for 2021 LMIG Phase 2 in the amount of $4,090,672.21.
• Approved the minutes of the October 26, 2021 meeting.

Planning Commission

The Columbia County Planning Commission will consider several rezoning requests and Planned Unit Development (PUD) revisions. The body will also review massage operator licenses and a temporary use authorization.

• Rezone from R-1 to PUD for 11.42 +/- acres at 4848 Wrightsboro Road
• Major PUD Revision for 71.1 +/- acres at 729 Reynolds Road
• Rezone from R-4 to S-1 for 23.17 +/- acres at 3850 Kamper Klub Road
• Massage Operator's Licenses for 807 Oakhurst Dr Suite B and 3685 River Watch Parkway Suite 105
• Final Plat for 5 lots at 478 Wilkins Road

The Columbia County Planning Commission approved two massage operator licenses, a temporary use authorization, a final plat, a minor PUD revision, and two major PUD revisions with conditions. It also postponed a decision on a rezone request to December 16, 2021. All votes were 3-0. These minutes are a draft and not yet officially approved.

• Approved massage operator license for Krystina Carrino dba Le Salon Day Spa, 807 Oakhurst Dr Suite B, for on-premise and mobile services (3-0).
• Approved massage operator license for Kristen Luke, 3685 River Watch Parkway Suite 105, for on-premise services only (3-0).
• Approved temporary use authorization for 0.46 acres at 3694 Johns Road, zoned R-4 (3-0).
• Approved final plat for Paul Okojie, 5 lots on 7.67 acres at 478 Wilkins Road, zoned R-1 and M-1 (3-0).
• Approved with condition minor PUD revision RZ21-11-08 at 5118 and 5120 Washington Road, limiting signage per tenant (3-0).
• Approved with conditions rezone RZ21-11-05 Part I and major PUD revision Part II at 4848 Wrightsboro Road and 729 Reynolds Road, including buffer and setback requirements (3-0).
• Approved with conditions major PUD revision RZ21-11-06 off Baker Place Road, Warrior Way, and William Few Parkway, including traffic and amenity conditions (3-0).
• Postponed to December 16, 2021 decision on rezone RZ21-11-07 at 3850 Kamper Klub Road (3-0).

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will discuss several rezoning and variance requests, including properties on Appling Harlem Road and Owens Road. The meeting also includes votes on countywide refuse services and emergency medical services amendments.

• Contract with Orion Waste Solutions for Countywide Refuse Services RFP 2021024-RFP1415
• RZ21-11-03: Rezone 0.905 acres at 1803 Appling Harlem Road from R-A to C-2
• RZ21-11-04: Rezone 39.45 combined acres at 4315 & 4299 Owens Road to PRD
• Amendment #3 for Ambulance, Emergency and Non-Emergency Medical Services with Gold Cross EMS
• Resolutions 21-40 and 21-41 to establish Street Light Districts in Dolmen, Longford & Wicklow at Canterbury Farms and Whispering Pines

The Columbia County Board of Commissioners approved a 2% lump sum merit payment for all eligible employees, to be distributed before January 1, 2022. The board also approved several contracts, including a $208,559.65 striping and signage contract, and denied a rezoning request at 1803 Appling Harlem Road. A rezoning request for properties on Owens Road was withdrawn without prejudice.

• Approved 2% lump sum merit payment for eligible employees (unanimous)
• Approved LMIG SAP Striping and Signage contract to Peek Pavement Markings for $208,559.65 (unanimous)
• Denied rezoning from R-A to C-2 at 1803 Appling Harlem Road (unanimous)
• Allowed withdrawal without prejudice of rezoning at 4315 & 4299 Owens Road (unanimous)
• Approved major S-1 zoning revision at 213 South Old Belair Road (3-2)
• Approved conditional use for massage at 4436 Columbia Road (unanimous)
• Approved variance for drive-thru at 4292 & 4272 Washington Road (unanimous)
• Approved amendment #3 with Gold Cross EMS (unanimous)

Management and Internal Services

The Management and Internal Services Committee is meeting to discuss personnel additions for Fire Service and several service agreements. The body will also review budget amendments and technology policy updates.

• Request to add four unfunded recruit positions to Fire Service staffing
• Agreement with Engel Entertainment
• FY 2022 Service Agreement for Safe Homes of Augusta
• Budget Amendment for Fire Services Fund
• Proposal from dbIntegrations to repair the Crestron unit in Judicial Center Courtroom 4

The Management and Internal Services Committee approved forwarding ten items to the November 16, 2021 Board of Commissioners Consent Agenda, including agreements, budget amendments, and policy changes. All motions carried unanimously. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved forwarding Engel Entertainment agreement to BOC consent agenda
• Approved forwarding Safe Homes of Augusta service agreement to BOC consent agenda
• Approved forwarding four unfunded Fire Service recruit positions to BOC consent agenda
• Approved forwarding FY2021 Emergency Management Performance Grant ($37,216) to BOC consent agenda
• Approved forwarding Fire Services budget amendment ($434,742) to BOC consent agenda
• Approved forwarding Judge Carl Brown donation ($1,402.45) to BOC consent agenda
• Approved forwarding dbIntegrations Crestron repair proposal ($11,130.37) to BOC consent agenda
• Approved forwarding Cisco Enterprise agreement modification ($62,547.33) to BOC consent agenda

Development and Engineering Services

The Development and Planning Services Committee will discuss a waste services contract and the rejection of a construction bid for The Market. The body will also review right of way and utility improvements for the White Oak Business Park.

• Contract with Orion Waste Solutions for Countywide Refuse Services RFP 2021024-RFP1415
• Rejection of Bid #2021032-BID2720 for Construction of The Market
• Purchase of file storage carousel for Columbia County Sheriff's Office Administration Building
• Acceptance of right of way improvements, utility easements, and detention pond for White Oak Business Park (Extension of Innovation Parkway)

The Development and Planning Services Committee approved forwarding several items to the November 16, 2021 Board of Commissioners Consent Agenda, including a contract with Orion Waste Solutions for countywide refuse services, rejection of a bid for construction of The Market, purchase of Lektriever Carousels for the Sheriff's Office, and acceptance of right-of-way improvements for White Oak Business Park. The committee also approved the minutes of the October 12, 2021 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved forwarding Orion Waste Solutions refuse contract to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding rejection of bid #2021032-BID2720 for The Market construction
• Approved forwarding $152,745.02 purchase of Lektriever Carousels from Kardex Remstar
• Approved forwarding acceptance of White Oak Business Park right-of-way improvements
• Approved minutes of October 12, 2021 meeting

General

The body is meeting to discuss financial updates and project statuses. The agenda includes reviews of fund balances, SPLOST, LOST, and Cares Act funding.

• Fund Balance and Project Update
• SPLOST Update
• LOST Update
• Cares Act Update
• AU Hospital Update

The Columbia County Board of Commissioners held a planning advance with no formal votes or final decisions. Staff presented updates on fund balance, SPLOST, LOST, CARES Act funding, AU Hospital, public safety, and gateway signage, with discussions only. The board entered executive session for personnel matters and took no final actions.

• No formal decisions made; all items were informational or discussion-only
• Entered executive session to discuss personnel (unanimous)
• Adjourned from executive session with no final actions taken

Planning Commission

The Columbia County Planning Commission is meeting to discuss several land-use requests, including rezoning applications and plat approvals. The body will hold public hearings on five specific requests regarding variances and zoning changes.

• Rezone 1803 Appling Harlem Road from R-A to C-2 (General Commercial)
• Rezone 4315 & 4299 Owens Road to PRD (Planned Residential Development)
• Final Plat for Anderson Farms Section II (24 lots) off Louisville Road
• Final Plat for Kelarie Section 5B (61 lots) off Baker Place Road
• Conditional Use for Massage at 4436 Columbia Road

The Columbia County Planning Commission approved several development requests, including sign reviews, temporary use authorizations, conceptual plans, preliminary and final plats, and a major S-1 revision for a school expansion. They denied a temporary use authorization for a travel trailer at 651 Gibbs Road due to code enforcement issues, and denied a rezoning for a hotel/gas station at 1803 Appling Harlem Road for conflicting with the Vision 2035 plan. A rezoning to PRD at Owens Road was also denied.

• Approved sign review for Greenpoint PUD community markers (unanimous)
• Approved temporary use authorization for travel trailer at 1680 Swint Road (unanimous)
• Denied temporary use authorization for travel trailer at 651 Gibbs Road (unanimous)
• Approved conceptual plan for Hamilton Grove Revision, 136 lots (unanimous)
• Approved preliminary plat for River Oaks Phase III, 34 lots (unanimous)
• Approved final plats for Anderson Farms Section II and Kelarie Section 5B (unanimous)
• Approved with condition RZ21-11-01, major S-1 revision for Savannah River Academy (unanimous)
• Denied RZ21-11-03, rezone to C-2 for hotel/gas station (unanimous)

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will consider several rezoning requests and variances, including a proposal for 6322 Wrightsboro Road. The meeting also covers multiple road resurfacing and widening agreements with the Georgia Department of Transportation.

• RZ21-10-09: Rezone 3.1 acres at 6322 Wrightsboro Road from Residential Agricultural to Community Commercial
• SR 47 and SR 10 resurfacing contract item agreements with Georgia Department of Transportation
• Ordinance 21-07: Second reading to create a Broadband Ready Community chapter
• Engineering proposal with Goodwyn Mills Cawood, LLC for a Water and Sewer Master Plan
• Furys Ferry Rd Widening Supplemental Agreement No. 2 with Georgia Department of Transportation

The Columbia County Board of Commissioners denied a rezoning request from R-A to C-C for 3.1 acres at 6322 Wrightsboro Road, after hearing from both opponents and the owner's representative. The board also approved the consent agenda, which included various contracts, donations, and agreements, and made several other decisions on licenses, variances, and contracts.

• Denied rezoning RZ21-10-09 from R-A to C-C at 6322 Wrightsboro Road (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including Trane service agreement, donations, and GDOT contracts (unanimous)
• Denied revocation of Fresco Cafe's beer and wine license and denied distilled spirits license (unanimous)
• Approved second reading of Broadband Ready Community ordinance (unanimous)
• Tabled major PUD revision at 1000 West Lake Commons Drive until Dec 21, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved variance at 605 Spyglass Road with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved conditional use for tattoo at 721 Gateway Center Boulevard (unanimous)
• Approved water and sewer master plan contract with Goodwyn Mills Cawood for $297,000 (unanimous)

Community and Emergency Services

The Community and Emergency Services Committee is meeting to discuss new business regarding building automation and library grants. The body will also review fire response and budget reports.

• Trane Service Agreement for Building Automation System at CCPAC
• ARPA Tech Grant for the Greater Clarks Hill Regional Library
• Animal Services Donations
• Donation from Mr. and Mrs. Wegner for Fire and Emergency Services
• Fire Response Summary, Monthly, and Year to Date Budget Reports

The Community and Emergency Services Committee approved forwarding four items to the November 2, 2021 Board of Commissioners Consent Agenda: a Trane service agreement for the Columbia County Performing Arts Center, animal services donations totaling $660, an ARPA Tech Grant of $17,057.24 for the Greater Clarks Hill Regional Library, and a $200 donation from Mr. and Mrs. Wegner for fire safety supplies. The committee also approved the minutes of the September 28, 2021 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved forwarding Trane Service Agreement for CCPAC to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding animal services donations ($100, $200, $210, $150) to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding ARPA Tech Grant ($17,057.24) for library to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding $200 donation from Mr. and Mrs. Wegner for fire safety supplies to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved minutes of September 28, 2021 meeting (unanimous)

Public Works Services

The Public Works and Engineering Services Committee is meeting to discuss water utility master plans and road resurfacing agreements. The body will consider several design contracts and the establishment of new street light districts.

• Public hearing and resolutions to establish Street Light Districts for Dolmen, Longford and Wicklow at Canterbury Farms and Whispering Pines, Section 4A
• Engineering Proposal for Master Plan from Goodwyn Mills Cawood, LLC
• GDOT Contract Item Agreements for SR 47 and SR 10 resurfacing
• Design contracts with Bluewater Engineering for Mullins Pond and Petersburg Detention Pond
• Contract with 41 South Creative for Columbia County Wayfinding & Signage System, Phase II

The Public Works and Engineering Services Committee approved forwarding numerous items to the November 2, 2021 Board of Commissioners meeting, including contracts for road resurfacing, a slope mower, street light districts, and design services. All votes were unanimous. One agenda item, the I-20 Gateway Signage design contract, was removed from the agenda.

• Approved forwarding GDOT SR 47 resurfacing agreement ($23,000) to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding GDOT SR 10 resurfacing agreement ($15,000) to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding purchase of RC tracked slope mower ($61,000) to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding Resolutions 21-40 and 21-41 for street light districts to BOC Debate Agenda
• Approved forwarding Georgia Power safety lighting proposal ($603.60 annual) to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding Bluewater Engineering design contracts for Mullins Pond ($46,250) and Petersburg Detention Pond ($95,650) to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding Wayfinding & Signage Phase II contract with 41 South Creative ($77,870) to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding final plats for Kelarie Section 5B and Anderson Farms Section II to BOC Consent Agenda

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider several rezoning requests, variances, and temporary use authorizations. The body is also reviewing conceptual and preliminary plats for residential developments.

• RZ21-10-04: Rezone 4.56 acres at 4848 Wrightsboro Road from R-1 to PUD
• RZ21-10-09: Rezone 3.1 acres at 6322 Wrightsboro Road from R-A to C-C
• Conceptual Plan for Highland Lakes Sections II & III: 158 lots on 91.67 acres off William Few Parkway
• Preliminary Plat for Greenpoint Phase II: 89 lots on 41.0 acres off Appling Harlem Road
• Massage Operator’s License for Awakened Renewed LLC at 427 Blue Ridge Drive

The Columbia County Planning Commission approved several rezoning, variance, and development requests, including a conceptual plan for 158 residential lots at Highland Lakes and a preliminary plat for 89 lots at Greenpoint Phase II. The commission also approved variances for properties on Spyglass Road and La Vista Drive, and a conditional use for a tattoo studio. A rezoning request at 6322 Wrightsboro Road was disapproved due to sewer access concerns, and a variance for a fence on Greenway Drive was denied.

• Approved withdrawal of RZ21-10-04 (Wrightsboro Road & Reynolds Road) (unanimous)
• Approved variance VA21-10-01 at 605 Spyglass Road with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved temporary use authorizations at 231 Langston Drive and 2573 Scotts Ferry Road (unanimous)
• Approved conceptual plan for Highland Lakes Sections II & III, 158 lots (unanimous)
• Approved preliminary plat for Greenpoint Phase II, 89 lots (unanimous)
• Approved massage operator's license for Awakened Renewed LLC (unanimous)
• Approved conditional use for tattoo studio at 721 Gateway Center Boulevard with condition (unanimous)
• Disapproved rezoning RZ21-10-09 at 6322 Wrightsboro Road (unanimous)

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will discuss a first reading of an ordinance to create a Broadband Ready Community. The meeting includes several rezoning requests and variance applications, as well as a consent agenda with various service agreements and easements.

• Ordinance Number 21-07 to create Chapter 18, Article XI, Broadband Ready Community
• RZ21-10-05: Rezone 15.0 +/- acres at 325 North Belair Road from R-2 to C-1
• RZ21-10-06: Rezone 1.93 +/- acres at 1880 William Few Parkway from M-2 to M-1 for a car wash
• Intergovernmental Agreement with Lincoln County for the purchase of three vehicles
• Executive session regarding easements for Horizon South Parkway Road widening project

The Board approved a rezoning from R-3 to S-1 for property on Kuhlke Drive and Brittany Way for a utility contracting business, with conditions including a landscape buffer review and stormwater easement. The motion to table the item failed, and the rezoning passed 4-1. Other actions included approving a consent agenda with various agreements and several PUD revisions and variances.

• Approved rezoning RZ21-09-04 from R-3 to S-1 for utility contracting business (4-1)
• Approved consent agenda including Mosaic Center service agreement and GDOT rural transit application
• Approved first reading of Broadband Ready Community ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved resolution supporting 2020 Proposed District Map V1 (unanimous)
• Tabled major PUD revision at 1000 West Lake Commons Drive to Nov 2 (unanimous)
• Approved major PUD revisions at 4412 and 4414 Ibis Way with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning to C-1 for medical office complex at 325 North Belair Road (unanimous)
• Approved $120,000 for right of way and easements for Horizon South Parkway widening (unanimous)

Development and Engineering Services

The Development and Planning Services Committee is meeting to discuss an alcoholic beverage license and several easement agreements. The body will also consider construction agreements for the Columbia County Sheriff's Administration Building.

• Alcoholic Beverage License for Augsburg Haus LLC
• Ancillary Dwelling request at 1863 Champions Circle
• Easement Encroachment Agreements for 5409, 5411, 5413, 5415, and 5417 Victoria Falls
• Utility Easement Acceptance for Cornerstone Creek Section 4 in Harlem, GA
• Georgia Power Easements and Construction Agreements for the Columbia County Sheriff's Administration Building

The Development and Planning Services Committee approved forwarding several items to the Board of Commissioners for final action, including an alcoholic beverage license, an ancillary dwelling, multiple easement encroachment agreements, a utility easement acceptance, and Georgia Power easements for the Sheriff's Administration Building. The committee also approved the minutes of the previous meeting and added an item to the agenda. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved forwarding alcoholic beverage license for Augsburg Haus LLC to Nov 2 BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding ancillary dwelling at 1863 Champions Circle to Oct 19 BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding easement encroachment agreements for 5409-5417 Victoria Falls to Oct 19 BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding utility easement acceptance for Cornerstone Creek Section 4 to Oct 19 BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding Georgia Power easements for Sheriff's Administration Building to Oct 19 BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved minutes of September 14, 2021 meeting (unanimous)

Management and Internal Services

The Management and Internal Services Committee is meeting to discuss a variety of administrative updates, including a new broadband community ordinance and transportation program applications. The body will also review service agreements and budget adjustments.

• Ordinance Number 21-07 to create Chapter 18, Article XI, Broadband Ready Community
• Service Agreement with The Mosaic Center
• GDOT Fiscal Year 2023 5311 Rural Transportation Program Application
• Verizon Tower Attachment Site Lease Addendum for 2298 County Camp
• Sale of surplus vehicles to Lincoln County

The Management and Internal Services Committee approved forwarding 12 items to the October 19, 2021 Board of Commissioners agenda, including a service agreement with The Mosaic Center, a policy revision, a rural transportation grant application, and several technology agreements. All votes were unanimous. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved forwarding service agreement with The Mosaic Center to BOC consent agenda
• Approved forwarding policy revision 105.1 (Public Records Request) to BOC consent agenda
• Approved forwarding December 2021 committee meetings to be held on Dec 14, 2021
• Approved forwarding GDOT FY2023 5311 Rural Transportation Program application with $6,459 for replacement shuttle van
• Approved forwarding adoption of revised GDOT Title VI Program Plan for public transit
• Approved forwarding FY20/21 budget adjustments for audit
• Approved forwarding intergovernmental agreement with Lincoln County for three vehicles ($7,500)
• Approved forwarding Ordinance 21-07 (Broadband Ready Community) to BOC debate agenda

Planning Commission

The Columbia County Planning Commission will consider several rezoning requests, variances, and plat approvals. The meeting includes public hearings for property changes and a request for a home occupation permit.

• Rezone from R-2 to C-1 (Neighborhood Commercial) at 325 North Belair Road
• Rezone from M-2 to M-1 (Light Industrial) with a conditional use for a car wash at 1880 William Few Parkway
• Preliminary Plat for Tillery Park Section II (62 lots) off Baker Place Road
• Final Plat for Crawford Creek South Phase IX (59 lots) off William Smith Boulevard
• Final Plat for Four Oaks Phase 2C (58 lots) off Hereford Farm Road

The Columbia County Planning Commission approved a major PUD revision for the commercial property at 1000 West Lake Commons Drive, allowing revised site layout and uses including restaurants, retail, and a drive-thru, subject to conditions. The commission also approved several residential plats, home occupations, and variances, while postponing two items to a later meeting.

• Approved RZ21-09-05 Major PUD Revision at 1000 West Lake Commons Drive (unanimous)
• Approved Provisional Home Occupation for Whitetail Landing Trees and Shrubs at 7015 Cobbham Road (unanimous)
• Approved Preliminary Plat for Tillery Park Section II, 62 lots off Baker Place Road (unanimous)
• Approved Final Plat for Champions Overlook Phase 1B, 4 lots at 5249 Riverwood Parkway (unanimous)
• Approved Final Plat for Felix Rosas, 6 lots at 5888 and 5910 Cobbham Road (unanimous)
• Approved Final Plat for Crawford Creek South Phase IX, 59 lots off William Smith Boulevard (unanimous)
• Approved Final Plat for Four Oaks Phase 2C, 58 lots off Hereford Farm Road (unanimous)
• Approved RZ21-10-05 Rezone to C-1 at 325 North Belair Road (unanimous)

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will consider several rezoning requests and planned development revisions. The meeting also includes approvals for public works contracts, equipment purchases, and intergovernmental agreements for road repairs.

• Major PRD Revision for 265.94 +/- acres off Baker Place Road (RZ21-09-03)
• Major PUD Revision for parcels at 2218-2228 Laurens Street (RZ21-09-06)
• Intergovernmental Agreement with the City of Harlem for Knox Rd repair and resurfacing
• Contract with Peek Pavement Markings for Fiscal Year 2022 Striping Project A
• Alcoholic Beverage License for Papi LLC dba Tipsy Bar & Grill

The Columbia County Board of Commissioners approved a major revision to a Planned Residential Development off Baker Place Road, allowing a berm within the buffer, and approved a major PUD revision on Laurens Street for front-loaded garages. They also tabled a rezoning request off Kuhlke Drive and Brittany Way to October 19, 2021, and postponed Fresco Cafe's distilled spirits license to November 2, 2021. The consent agenda was approved unanimously, including contracts for road striping, a video wall, and a trailer purchase.

• Approved major PRD revision for Tax Map 051 Parcel 049 off Baker Place Road (unanimous)
• Tabled RZ21-09-04 rezoning off Kuhlke Drive and Brittany Way to Oct 19 (unanimous)
• Approved major PUD revision for Laurens Street properties to allow front-loaded garages (unanimous)
• Approved variance for rear setback at 3821 Lady Court (unanimous)
• Postponed Fresco Cafe distilled spirits license to Nov 2 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including $154,055.35 striping contract and $116,932.48 video wall (unanimous)
• Approved easement encroachment agreement at 1143 Sumter Landing Circle with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved $16,594 for trade fixtures for Fury's Ferry Road Project (unanimous)

Public Works Services

The Public Works and Engineering Services Committee is meeting to discuss water utility procurement and engineering contracts. The body will consider several intergovernmental agreements for road repairs and plat approvals.

• Bid rejection for Reed Creek Sewer Phase II
• Intergovernmental Agreement with City of Harlem for Knox Rd repair and resurfacing
• Intergovernmental Support Agreement with the United States for Fort Gordon roadway repairs
• Contract with Peek Pavement Markings for Fiscal Year 2022 Striping Project A
• Easement Encroachment Agreement at 1143 Sumter Landing Circle

The Public Works and Engineering Services Committee approved forwarding 14 items to the October 5, 2021 Board of Commissioners meeting, including bid rejections, purchases, contracts, and agreements. All items were approved unanimously and will be considered by the full Board. The committee also heard a flood hazard mitigation progress report and staff budget reports.

• Approved forwarding bid rejection for Reed Creek Sewer Phase II to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding $30,299 purchase of 25-ton tag-a-long trailer from Kraftsman Trailers
• Approved forwarding $116,932.48 purchase of video wall from Solutionz, Inc.
• Approved forwarding Georgia Power Easement Agreement for Jim Blanchard Water Plant
• Approved forwarding $154,055.35 contract with Peek Pavement Markings for FY2022 Striping Project A
• Approved forwarding intergovernmental agreement with City of Harlem for Knox Rd repair
• Approved forwarding IGSA with US for Fort Gordon roadway repairs
• Approved forwarding easement encroachment agreement at 1143 Sumter Landing Circle to Debate Agenda

Community and Emergency Services

The Community and Emergency Services Committee is meeting to discuss agreements for park usage and software. The body will also review a memorandum of understanding for a search and rescue task force and fire department budget reports.

• GA Bulls Soccer Club Athletic Field and Park Usage Agreement
• CivicRec Software Agreement
• GEMA MOU for GSAR Task Force #3
• Fire Response Summary and Monthly Reports
• Year to Date Budget Report for Fire and Emergency Services

The Community and Emergency Services Committee approved forwarding three items to the October 5, 2021 Board of Commissioners Consent Agenda: an Athletic Field and Park Usage Agreement with GA Bulls Soccer Club, LLC; a CivicRec software renewal agreement with CivicPlus for $34,621.03; and a Memorandum of Understanding with GEMA for Georgia Search and Rescue Task Force #3. The committee also unanimously approved the minutes of the August 24, 2021 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved forwarding GA Bulls Soccer Club field and park usage agreement to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding CivicRec software renewal with CivicPlus ($34,621.03) to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding GEMA MOU for GSAR Task Force #3 to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved minutes of August 24, 2021 meeting (unanimous)

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will discuss land use changes, including two rezoning requests and two variances. The meeting also includes votes on contractor agreements and alcoholic beverage licenses.

• Rezone 287 Settlement Road from C-2 to C-3 with Conditional Use for Light Industrial
• Rezone 4414 Hereford Farm Road and adjacent parcels from R-2 to P-1
• Variance requests for 287 Settlement Road and 4414 Hereford Farm Road
• 2021-22 Juvenile Court Independent Contractor Agreement (CHINS Prosecutor)
• Alcoholic Beverage License for Mi Rancho Familia Inc dba Mi Rancho Mexican Restaurant

The Columbia County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved all consent agenda items, including contracts, grants, and licenses. They also approved three rezoning requests and two variances for properties on Settlement Road and Hereford Farm Road. Additionally, the board temporarily suspended Fresco Café's beer and wine license pending a violation determination.

• Approved minutes of September 7, 2021 meeting.
• Approved consent agenda including Juvenile Court contractor, policy revisions, safety grant, Cityworks addendum, and Genetec support agreements.
• Approved rezoning of 287 Settlement Road from C-2 to C-3 with conditional use for light industrial.
• Approved variance to reduce setbacks and eliminate buffers for 287 Settlement Road.
• Approved rezoning of 4414 Hereford Farm Road from R-2 to P-1 for medical offices.
• Approved variance to reduce rear setback for existing garage at 4414 Hereford Farm Road.
• Temporarily suspended Fresco Café's beer and wine license pending violation determination.
• Approved $342,500 for right of way and easements for Horizon South Parkway widening.

Planning Commission

The Columbia County Planning Commission will review several land-use requests, including a variance and multiple development revisions. The body will also consider a massage operator's license and a final plat for a residential project.

• Public hearing for Major PRD Revision on 265.94 +/- acres off Baker Place Road
• Public hearing to rezone 0.94 & 1.26+/- acres off Kuhlke Drive and Brittany Way from R-3 to S-1
• Public hearing for Major PUD Revisions at 1000 West Lake Commons Drive and 2218-2228 Laurens Street
• Variance request for 3821 Lady Court regarding lot and structure requirements
• Final Plat for River Pines, 5 lots on 18.32 +/- acres at 3951 Mullikin Road

The Columbia County Planning Commission approved a major revision to the Tillery Park PRD, allowing a constructed berm instead of a natural buffer, with revised conditions. It also approved a rezoning for a utility contracting business, a final plat for River Pines, a massage operator's license, and a variance for a deck setback. A major PUD revision for West Lake Commons was postponed to October 7, 2021.

• Approved RZ21-09-03 Major PRD Revision for Tillery Park with revised conditions (unanimous)
• Approved RZ21-09-04 Rezone from R-3 to S-1 for utility contracting business with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved Final Plat for River Pines, 5 lots at 3951 Mullikin Road (unanimous)
• Approved Massage Operator's License for Robert Steudle LMT (unanimous)
• Approved VA21-09-03 Variance for deck setback at 3821 Lady Court with condition (unanimous)
• Approved RZ21-09-06 Major PUD Revision for Laurens Street front-loaded garages (unanimous)
• Postponed RZ21-09-05 Major PUD Revision for West Lake Commons to October 7, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of September 2, 2021 and agenda (unanimous)

Board of Commission

The Audit Committee will meet to review draft reports and receive an internal audit update. The session includes discussions on management services and a scheduled executive session.

• Draft report for Board of Elections
• Draft report for Building Standards
• Draft report for Lodging Tax Audit of Selected Hotels/Motels
• September Internal Audit Update

The Audit Committee met and approved the minutes from the June 8, 2021 meeting. Serotta Maddocks Evans & Company presented draft internal audit reports for the Board of Elections, Building Standards Department, and lodging tax audits of selected hotels/motels. The audits found no exceptions for the Board of Elections, but noted issues in Building Standards (one purchase card transaction over $2,000 without bids, one timesheet error) and discrepancies in lodging tax reporting among hotels. The committee took no formal action on the reports.

• Approved minutes from June 8, 2021 Audit Committee meeting (unanimous)
• Received draft internal audit reports for Board of Elections, Building Standards, and lodging tax
• Noted no exceptions in Board of Elections internal audit
• Noted one purchase card exception in Building Standards ($2,425 without bid documentation)
• Noted one timesheet exception in Building Standards (corrected in payment)
• Noted lodging tax reporting discrepancies among selected hotels

Development and Engineering Services

The Development and Planning Services Committee is meeting to discuss stream mitigation credits for Martinez Park improvements. The body is also considering alcoholic beverage licenses for three businesses.

• Stream Mitigation Credits for Martinez Park Improvements
• Alcoholic Beverage License for Mi Rancho Familia Inc dba Mi Rancho Mexican Restaurant
• Alcoholic Beverage License for Papi LLC dba Tipsy Bar & Grill
• Alcoholic Beverage License for Fresco Cafe

The Development and Planning Services Committee approved forwarding several items to the Board of Commissioners for action. These include the purchase of stream mitigation credits for Martinez Park Improvements from Yam Grandy for $56,640, and alcoholic beverage licenses for Mi Rancho Mexican Restaurant and Tipsy Bar & Grill. The committee also approved forwarding the denial of an alcoholic beverage license request for Fresco Cafe. The minutes of the August 10, 2021 meeting were approved unanimously.

• Approved forwarding stream mitigation credit purchase for Martinez Park Improvements ($56,640) to BOC consent agenda
• Approved forwarding alcoholic beverage license for Mi Rancho Familia Inc dba Mi Rancho Mexican Restaurant to BOC consent agenda
• Approved forwarding alcoholic beverage license for Papi LLC dba Tipsy Bar & Grill to BOC consent agenda
• Approved forwarding denial of alcoholic beverage license for Fresco Cafe to BOC consent agenda
• Approved minutes of August 10, 2021 meeting unanimously

Management and Internal Services

The Management and Internal Services Committee is meeting to discuss several administrative agreements and policy revisions. The body will review contracts for the Juvenile Court and technology support services.

• 2021-22 Juvenile Court Independent Contractor Agreement (CHINS Prosecutor)
• Comprehensive Policy Revisions Due to Job Title Changes
• 2021 ACCG – Group Self-Insurance Workers’ Compensation Fund Employee Safety Grant Award
• Cityworks Agreement Addendum
• Agreements with A3 Communications and NetPlanner Systems for Genetec support

The Management and Internal Services Committee approved forwarding several items to the September 21, 2021 Board of Commissioners Consent Agenda, including a contract with Mukti Patel as Juvenile Court CHINS Prosecutor at $1,333.33 per month, policy manual revisions for job title changes, acceptance of a $6,000 safety grant, a Cityworks agreement addendum with $100,000 payment to Azteca, and agreements with A3 Communications and NetPlanner Systems for Genetec support. The committee also approved the minutes from the August 10, 2021 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was adjourned at 9:13 a.m.

• Approved the August 10, 2021 meeting minutes unanimously.
• Approved forwarding the 2021-22 Juvenile Court Independent Contractor Agreement with Mukti Patel (CHINS Prosecutor) at $1,333.33/month to the BOC Consent Agenda.
• Approved forwarding Comprehensive Policy Manual revisions for job title changes to the BOC Consent Agenda.
• Approved forwarding acceptance of the ACCG Workers' Comp Safety Grant ($6,000) to the BOC Consent Agenda.
• Approved forwarding the Cityworks agreement addendum and $100,000 payment to Azteca to the BOC Consent Agenda.
• Approved forwarding agreements with A3 Communications and NetPlanner Systems for Genetec support to the BOC Consent Agenda.

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will consider several rezoning requests and variances for properties on River Watch Parkway, McCrary Court, Wrightsboro Road, and Bobby Jones Expressway. The meeting also includes votes on various engineering proposals and construction contracts for county facilities and road widening projects.

• Award of Columbia County Sheriff's Administration Building contract to SD Clifton Construction, Inc.
• Rezone of 4031 River Watch Parkway from R-3 (Single Family Residential) to P-1 (Professional)
• Rezone of 3001 McCrary Court from PUD to M-1 (Light Industrial)
• Rezone of 255 Bobby Jones Expressway from C-2 (General Commercial) to C-3 (Heavy Commercial)
• Professional services contracts with Infrastructure Consulting & Engineering (ICE) for Lewiston Rd and Furys Ferry Rd widening

The Columbia County Board of Commissioners approved a consent agenda including a $6.14 million contract with SD Clifton Construction for the Sheriff's Administration Building, along with numerous other contracts and purchases. They also approved several rezoning requests, including a change from PUD to M-1 light industrial at 3001 McCrary Court, and a variance for a construction office at 255 Bobby Jones Expressway. The board rejected a streetlight procedure audit proposal and approved a speed hump program update with a 51% participation threshold. Additionally, they approved right-of-way acquisitions for several road and sewer projects.

• Approved $6,140,000 contract with SD Clifton Construction for Sheriff's Administration Building
• Approved rezoning from PUD to M-1 for light industrial at 3001 McCrary Court with conditions
• Approved variance for 5-foot side/rear setbacks at 255 Bobby Jones Expressway with fence condition
• Approved change of conditions for 4045 Evans to Locks Road, adding 6-foot privacy fence
• Rejected Tanko Lighting streetlight procedure audit proposal
• Approved Speed Hump Program update with 51% participation (4-1 vote)
• Approved $578,667.60 engineering proposal for Euchee Creek Harlem interceptor sewer
• Approved right-of-way payments for Horizon South Parkway, Lewiston Road, and Crawford Creek projects

Planning Commission

The Columbia County Planning Commission will review requests for land rezoning and variances. The body will also consider a massage operator's license and a provisional home occupation permit.

• RZ21-09-01: Rezone 1.664+/- acres at 287 Settlement Road from C-2 to C-3 with Conditional Use for Light Industrial
• VA21-09-01: Variance for 1.664+/- acres at 287 Settlement Road regarding lot requirements and buffers
• RZ21-09-02: Rezone parcels at 4414 Hereford Farm Road from R-2 to P-1 (Professional)
• VA21-09-02: Variance for 0.46+/- acres at 4414 Hereford Farm Road regarding lot requirements
• Massage Operator’s License for Your Me Time Massage & Spa, LLC at 4571 Cox Road

The Columbia County Planning Commission unanimously approved all items on the September 2, 2021 agenda, including a massage operator's license, a provisional home occupation, two rezoning requests, and two variances. All motions carried unanimously with no opposition.

• Approved Massage Operator's License for Your Me Time Massage & Spa, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved Provisional Home Occupation for Magnolia Avenue Hair Salon, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved RZ21-09-01: Rezone from C-2 to C-3 with Conditional Use for Light Industrial at 287 Settlement Road (unanimous)
• Approved VA21-09-01: Variance to building setbacks and buffers at 287 Settlement Road (unanimous)
• Approved RZ21-09-02: Rezone from R-2 to P-1 at 4414 Hereford Farm Road (unanimous)
• Approved VA21-09-02: Variance to rear setback with condition (unanimous)

Public Works Services

The Public Works and Engineering Services Committee is meeting to discuss various infrastructure proposals, including water line extensions and sewer plant expansions. The body will also consider contracts for construction inspections on road widening projects.

• Professional Services Contract with ICE for Lewiston Rd Widening Project
• Professional Services Contract with ICE for Furys Ferry Rd Widening Project
• Engineering proposals for Kiokee Creek Water Pollution Control Plant Expansion and Euchee Creek Harlem Interceptor
• Resolution 21-36 to amend Maple Ridge, Section II, Street Light District #327A
• Proposal from Tanko Lighting for Streetlight Procedure Audit and Update Services

The Public Works and Engineering Services Committee approved forwarding multiple items to the September 7, 2021 Board of Commissioners meeting, including a $6.14 million contract for the Sheriff's Administration Building, several water utility projects, and various engineering contracts. All actions were approvals to forward, not final decisions. The committee also approved the minutes from the July 27, 2021 meeting.

• Approved forwarding $6,140,000 bid for Sheriff's Administration Building to SD Clifton Construction (unanimous)
• Approved forwarding $1,867,000 contract for water treatment plant electrical modifications to R.D. Brown Contractors
• Approved forwarding $149,046.35 change order for Performing Arts Center
• Approved forwarding $41,311 renovation proposal for Building G3 (Board of Elections)
• Approved forwarding $72,728.12 purchase of compact track loader from Bobcat of Augusta
• Approved forwarding $530,000 contract for Lewiston Rd widening inspections
• Approved forwarding $800,000 contract for Furys Ferry Rd widening inspections
• Approved forwarding rejection of striping bid BID#2021031

Community and Emergency Services

The Community and Emergency Services Committee is meeting to discuss several event agreements and a piece of equipment. The body will also review fire response and budget reports.

• American Cornhole Augusta Major- South Atlantic Conference Agreement
• Clark Hill Committee of the CSRA Bass Tournaments Agreement
• CSRA Mustang Club Agreement for the Mustang Club of America Grand National Show
• Purchase of Bobcat 5600
• Fire Response Summary, Monthly, and Year to Date Budget Reports

The Community and Emergency Services Committee approved forwarding four items to the September 7, 2021 Board of Commissioners Consent Agenda: agreements for the American Cornhole Augusta Major, Clark Hill Committee of the CSRA Bass Tournaments, CSRA Mustang Club Grand National Show, and the purchase of a Bobcat 5600. The meeting also included approval of the previous meeting's minutes and staff reports. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved forwarding American Cornhole agreement ($4,000) to Board consent agenda
• Approved forwarding Clark Hill Committee bass tournament agreement ($5,000) to Board consent agenda
• Approved forwarding CSRA Mustang Club agreement for 2022 Grand National Show to Board consent agenda
• Approved forwarding purchase of Bobcat 5600 ($66,927.88) to Board consent agenda
• Approved July 27, 2021 minutes unanimously

Planning Commission

The Columbia County Planning Commission will review several land-use requests, including rezoning and variances. The body is considering changes to property designations for sites on River Watch Parkway, McCrary Court, Wrightsboro Road, and Bobby Jones Expressway.

• RZ21-08-07: Rezone 0.93+/- acres at 4031 River Watch Parkway from R-3 to P-1
• RZ21-08-08: Rezone 11.7+/- acres at 3001 McCrary Court and Industrial Park Drive from PUD to M-1
• RZ21-08-09: Rezone 16.45+/- acres at 4848 Wrightsboro Road to R-1
• RZ21-08-10: Rezone 0.61+/- acres at 255 Bobby Jones Expressway from C-2 to C-3
• Provisional Home Occupation request for 2.24+/- acres at 281 Mount Folly Road

The Columbia County Planning Commission approved a temporary use authorization, a provisional home occupation, and several rezoning and variance requests. The commission denied a rezoning for an adult day care center at 4031 River Watch Parkway. A change of conditions for a residential development at 4045 Evans to Locks Road was approved after public concerns about stormwater runoff.

• Approved temporary use authorization for travel trailer at 5193 Oak Springs Drive (unanimous)
• Approved provisional home occupation for wood crafting at 281 Mount Folly Road with conditions (unanimous)
• Denied rezoning R3 to P1 for adult day care at 4031 River Watch Parkway (3-2)
• Approved rezoning PUD to M1 for light industrial at 3001 McCrary Court with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved variance to building setback at 3001 McCrary Court (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning R1/C1 to R1 at 4848 Wrightsboro Road (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning C2 to C3 at 255 Bobby Jones Expressway (unanimous)
• Approved change of conditions for PRD at 4045 Evans to Locks Road with conditions (unanimous)

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will discuss various land use changes, including rezoning and variances for properties on Baker Place Road, Flowing Wells Road, and Wateroak Lane. The body will also review several service agreements and a right-of-way encroachment ordinance.

• RZ21-08-02: Change of conditions for 50.62 +/- acres at 285 Flowing Wells Road
• RZ21-06-01: Rezone 10.23 +/- acres at 561 Baker Place Road from R-2 and M-1 to S-1
• Ordinance No. 21-06: Right-of-Way Encroachment Ordinance (Second Reading)
• Service agreements with CSRA Alliance for Fort Gordon, Columbia County Ballet, and Concerned Women, Inc.
• Executive session regarding Horizon South Parkway Road widening project easements

The Columbia County Board of Commissioners approved several rezoning, variance, and conditional use requests, including a change of conditions for Augusta Prep's athletic field lights and a tattoo parlor at 2569 Trade Center Drive. They denied variances for properties on Wateroak Lane and Carriage Hills Drive, and approved a right-of-way payment for the Horizon South Parkway widening project.

• Approved rezoning to S-1 for place of worship at 561 Baker Place Rd (unanimous)
• Approved major S-1 revision for place of worship at 571 Baker Place Rd (unanimous)
• Denied variance and easement encroachment at 5829 Carriage Hills Dr (unanimous)
• Approved variances for drive-thru at 516 North Belair Rd (unanimous)
• Approved major PUD revision for retaining wall at 227 Hornsby Ln (unanimous)
• Approved change of conditions for Augusta Prep lights at 285 Flowing Wells Rd (unanimous)
• Approved tattoo parlor at 2569 Trade Center Dr (3-1, Galeas opposed)
• Approved $187,882.50 for right of way at Horizon South Parkway (unanimous)

Development and Engineering Services

The Development and Planning Services Committee is meeting to discuss a change order for the CCSO Detention Center reroof and an easement encroachment agreement. The committee will also review monthly workload and financial reports from the Planning and Development Services divisions.

• CCSO Detention Center Reroof Change Order 01
• Easement Encroachment Agreement for 3586 Pebble Beach Drive
• Presentation of the new Future Land Use Map on Maps Online
• Temporary Event Alcohol Permits

The Development and Planning Services Committee approved forwarding two items to the August 17, 2021 Board of Commissioners Consent Agenda: a change order to deduct $42,990 from the CCSO Detention Center reroof contract, and an easement encroachment agreement for 3586 Pebble Beach Drive. The committee also approved the minutes of the July 13, 2021 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved forwarding change order 01 for CCSO Detention Center reroof to BOC Consent Agenda, deducting $42,990
• Approved forwarding easement encroachment agreement for 3586 Pebble Beach Drive to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved minutes of July 13, 2021 meeting (unanimous)

Management and Internal Services

The Management and Internal Services Committee is meeting to discuss various service agreements, personnel pay, and technology renewals. The body will also review budget reports and grant awards.

• Service Agreement with CSRA Alliance for Fort Gordon
• Service Agreements with Columbia County Ballet, Fire 5K and Concerned Women, Inc.
• Superior Court contract with CSRA Probation Services, Inc.
• 2021-2022 Microsoft Enterprise Agreement Annual Payment
• 2021-22 Criminal Justice Coordinating Council Grant Award Y22-8-008

The Management and Internal Services Committee approved forwarding 13 items to the August 17, 2021 Board of Commissioners Consent Agenda, including service agreements, grants, and contracts. All motions carried unanimously. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting also included presentations and informational reports.

• Approved forwarding Service Agreement with CSRA Alliance for Fort Gordon to BOC consent agenda
• Approved forwarding Service Agreements with Columbia County Ballet, Fire 5K, and Concerned Women, Inc. to BOC consent agenda
• Approved forwarding $22,000 supplemental pay for Extension Services employees to BOC consent agenda
• Approved forwarding Superior Court contract with CSRA Probation Services, Inc. to BOC consent agenda
• Approved forwarding 2022 ACCG-GSIWCF Safety Incentive Discount verification form to BOC consent agenda
• Approved forwarding Anthem medical plan provider contract for 2022 to BOC consent agenda
• Approved forwarding acceptance of $118,739 Juvenile Justice Incentive Grant to BOC consent agenda
• Approved forwarding ACCG-IRMA Safety Incentive Discount Program verification form to BOC consent agenda

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is meeting to discuss several postponed rezoning requests and plan revisions. The body will also hold public hearings for various variances and PUD revisions, as well as review final plats for new residential developments.

• Final Plat for Greenpoint Phase 1B (50 lots, 15.19+/- acres) off Appling Harlem Road
• Final Plat for Johns Landing (22 lots, 6.97+/- acres) off Lynnwood Drive
• Rezoning of 13.78+/- acres at 229 Lewiston Road from R-1 to S-1
• Rezoning of 10.23+/- acres at 561 Baker Place Road from R-2 and M-1 to S-1
• Massage Operator’s License for Retreat Spa and Salon, LLC at 4246 Washington Road

The Columbia County Planning Commission approved a rezoning for a church at 561 Baker Place Road, approved a temporary use authorization for one RV at 6123 Gray Road, and denied two driveway variances on Wateroak Lane. The commission also approved several other rezoning, variance, and plat requests, and withdrew a nursery rezoning at 229 Lewiston Road without prejudice.

• Approved RZ21-06-01 Part 1, church rezoning at 561 Baker Place Road (unanimous)
• Approved RZ21-06-01 Part 2, S-1 revision at 571 Baker Place Road (unanimous)
• Denied VA21-07-01, carport/fence variance at 5829 Carriage Hills Drive (unanimous)
• Approved TUA for one RV at 6123 Gray Road (unanimous)
• Approved RZ21-08-02, Augusta Prep lights increase to 18 days (4-0, Futch abstained)
• Denied VA21-08-01, driveway variance at 423 Wateroak Lane (unanimous)
• Denied VA21-08-02, driveway variance at 425 Wateroak Lane (unanimous)
• Approved VA21-08-04, 8-foot fence variance at 118 Lakestone Pond Way (3-2)

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will consider establishing the 2021 millage rate for property taxes. The meeting also includes votes on a commercial rezoning request and several public works contracts and right-of-way abandonments.

• Resolution 21-35 to establish the 2021 millage rate for ad valorem taxes
• RZ21-07-03: Rezone 0.51+/- acres at 454 North Belair Road from R-2 to C-2
• Ordinance No. 21-06: First reading of a Right-of-Way Encroachment Ordinance
• Abandonment of portions of Parham Rd and Evans Town Center Blvd right-of-way
• Purchase of a Mini Track Loader from Bobcat of Augusta

The Board unanimously approved Resolution 21-35 establishing the 2021 millage rate for ad valorem taxes, and approved a lease with the State Properties Commission for the Department of Community Supervision. A rezoning request at 454 North Belair Road was withdrawn without prejudice. The consent agenda, including various contracts, change orders, and right-of-way abandonments, was approved unanimously.

• Approved Resolution 21-35 establishing 2021 millage rate (unanimous)
• Approved lease with State Properties Commission for Dept. of Community Supervision (unanimous)
• Allowed withdrawal of rezoning at 454 North Belair Road (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including $25,000 animal services donation and $31,663.25 boot drive agreements (unanimous)
• Approved change orders for Plaza Parking Garage ($91,634.49) and WTP gallery painting ($11,305.49)
• Approved resolutions abandoning portions of Parham Rd and Evans Town Center Blvd right-of-way
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 21-06 (right-of-way encroachment) and Resolution 21-32 (driveway encroachment policy)
• Accepted multiple easement donations and approved payments for right-of-way acquisitions

Community and Emergency Services

The Community and Emergency Services Committee is meeting to discuss new business regarding animal services and fire department agreements. The committee will also review fire response and budget reports.

• Animal Services Donations
• 2021 CCFR Boot Drive Service Agreements with the Burn Foundation of America and Columbia County Community Connections
• Fire Response Summary Report
• Fire Response Monthly Report
• Year to Date Budget Report

The Community and Emergency Services Committee approved forwarding two items to the Board of Commissioners' consent agenda: acceptance of donations totaling $25,150 for animal medical care and spay/neuter services, and two service agreements with the Burn Foundation of America and Columbia County Community Connections, each for $31,663.25 from the 2021 Boot Drive proceeds. The meeting was brief, lasting four minutes, with no other substantive decisions.

• Approved forwarding $25,000 donation from Elizabeth Halter to BOC consent agenda
• Approved forwarding $100 donation from Vikki Scott to BOC consent agenda
• Approved forwarding $50 donation from Animal Advocates to BOC consent agenda
• Approved forwarding $31,663.25 service agreement with Burn Foundation of America to BOC consent agenda
• Approved forwarding $31,663.25 service agreement with Columbia County Community Connections to BOC consent agenda

Public Works Services

The Public Works and Engineering Services Committee is reviewing several infrastructure projects and utility contracts. The body will hold public hearings regarding the abandonment of portions of Parham Rd and Evans Town Center Blvd rights-of-way. Other items include a new Right-of-Way Encroachment Ordinance and various equipment purchases.

• Public hearings and resolutions for abandonment of Parham Rd and Evans Town Center Blvd rights-of-way
• Ordinance No. 21-06: Right-of-Way Encroachment Ordinance
• The Plaza Parking Garage Change Order 02
• Contract renewal with Hudson's Grassing Company, Inc. for Biosolids Management Services
• Georgia Power Relocation Agreement for Horizon South Parkway Widening

The Public Works and Engineering Services Committee approved forwarding multiple items to the August 3, 2021 Board of Commissioners meeting, including a $91,634.49 change order for the Plaza Parking Garage, a $41,740.14 mini track loader purchase, and several water utility contracts. The committee also approved forwarding resolutions to abandon portions of Parham Road and Evans Town Center Blvd right-of-way, and tabled a streetlight audit proposal to August 24. No public comments were made at the two public hearings.

• Approved forwarding Plaza Parking Garage Change Order 02 ($91,634.49) to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding mini track loader purchase from Bobcat of Augusta ($41,740.14) to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding Change Order No. 1 with B.R. Walden Construction for WTP gallery painting ($11,305.49) to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding engineering proposal from Turnipseed Engineers for Bill Dorn ground storage tank design ($27,000) to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding contract renewal with Hudson's Grassing for biosolids management ($31.28/ton) to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding maintenance agreement with TEMSCO for wastewater treatment plants ($10,200) to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding Resolution 21-29 (Parham Rd abandonment) and Resolution 21-30 (Evans Town Center Blvd abandonment) to BOC Consent Agenda
• Tabled Tanko Lighting streetlight audit proposal to August 24 meeting

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will consider conditional use requests for a daycare and a multi-use facility. The meeting includes a debate on cyber security insurance and various administrative contracts.

• Conditional Use for a Daycare at 4234 Columbia Road (RZ21-07-01)
• Conditional Uses for a Gym, School of the Arts, and Minor Vehicle Repair at 4107 Colben Boulevard (RZ21-07-02)
• FY 2021/2022 AIG Specialty Insurance Company Cyber Security policy
• Purchase of Dodge Chargers for Sheriff's Office from Akins Dodge
• Horizon South Parkway Road widening project easements (Executive Session)

The Board approved a conditional use for a daycare at 4234 Columbia Road, with conditions limiting enrollment to 33 children and requiring a landscape strip. They also approved conditional uses for a gym, school of the arts, and minor vehicle repair at 4107 Colben Boulevard. Two items were tabled: an easement encroachment agreement for 227 Hornsby Lane until August 17, 2021, and a lease with State Properties Commission until August 3, 2021. The board approved numerous consent agenda items, including purchases and agreements.

• Approved conditional use for daycare at 4234 Columbia Road with conditions (RZ21-07-01)
• Approved conditional uses for gym, school of arts, and minor vehicle repair at 4107 Colben Boulevard (RZ21-07-02)
• Tabled easement encroachment agreement for 227 Hornsby Lane to August 17, 2021
• Tabled lease with State Properties Commission to August 3, 2021
• Approved purchase of 12 Dodge Chargers for Sheriff's Office for $305,124
• Approved $219,000 for right of way and easements for Horizon South Parkway widening
• Approved Resolution 21-34 for condemnation of tax map 074H150 for utility improvements
• Approved $47,233.68 for AIG cyber security insurance policy

Planning Commission

The Columbia County Planning Commission will review several land-use requests, including two rezoning applications and one variance. The body will also consider a final plat for a residential agricultural estate.

• Public hearing for RZ21-07-03: Rezone 0.51+/- acres at 454 North Belair Road from R-2 to C-2
• Public hearing for RZ21-07-04: Rezone 13.78+/- acres at 229 Lewiston Road from R-1 to S-1
• Public hearing for VA21-07-01: Variance at 5829 Carriage Hills Drive
• Final Plat for Watson Estate: 7 lots on 252.42 +/- acres at 1515 Watson Bailey Road
• Information only: Temporary Use Authorization for 79.76 +/- acres at 4301 Evans to Locks Road

The Planning Commission voted 3-2 to disapprove a request to rezone 454 North Belair Road from R-2 to C-2 (General Commercial) and instead approve a rezone to C-C (Community Commercial) with conditions, including brick or stone on the building and a monument sign. The motion failed, so the property remains zoned R-2. The Commission also approved a final plat for Watson Estate, creating 7 lots on 252.42 acres, and postponed two rezoning requests and a variance to the August 5, 2021 meeting.

• Approved the July 1, 2021 meeting minutes unanimously.
• Approved the amended agenda for July 15, 2021 unanimously.
• Approved the Final Plat for Watson Estate, Tax Map 011 Parcel 006, 7 lots, 252.42 acres, at 1515 Watson Bailey Road, unanimously.
• Disapproved RZ21-07-03, rezone from R-2 to C-2, and failed to approve a rezone to C-C with conditions for 454 North Belair Road, by a 3-2 vote.
• Postponed RZ21-07-04, rezone from R-1 to S-1 for a plant nursery at 229 Lewiston Road, to August 5, 2021, unanimously.
• Postponed VA21-07-01, variance for a carport at 5829 Carriage Hills Drive, to August 5, 2021, unanimously.
• Postponed VA21-07-02, variance at 516 North Belair Road, to August 5, 2021, due to revised public advertisement.

Development and Engineering Services

The Development and Planning Services Committee is meeting to discuss several alcoholic beverage licenses and a construction materials testing proposal. The body will also review an easement encroachment agreement and monthly department workload reports.

• S&ME Proposal for Construction Materials Testing & Special Inspections for the new Sheriff's Office Administration Building
• Alcoholic Beverage Licenses for Super Lotto Store, Yosko Japanese Restaurant, Shishkabob Restaurant, and Cracker Barrel #171
• Easement Encroachment Agreement for 227 Hornsby Lane
• Agency User Agreement Renewal with Georgia Crime Information Center

The Development and Planning Services Committee approved forwarding several items to the Board of Commissioners, including a $43,721 contract for construction materials testing for the new Sheriff's Office Administration Building. It also forwarded three alcoholic beverage license renewals and one new license, an agency user agreement renewal with the Georgia Crime Information Center, and an easement encroachment agreement for 227 Hornsby Lane. The committee approved the minutes from the June 8, 2021 meeting and recognized planning staff for the Vision 2035 plan. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved forwarding S&ME testing proposal ($43,721) to BOC consent agenda
• Approved forwarding GCIC agency user agreement renewal to BOC consent agenda
• Approved forwarding alcohol license for Guru 100 LLC dba Super Lotto Store
• Approved forwarding alcohol license for Gloria Iriarte dba Yosko Japanese Restaurant
• Approved forwarding alcohol license for Sevgi LLC dba Shishkabob Restaurant
• Approved forwarding alcohol license for Cracker Barrel #171 to Aug 3 BOC agenda
• Approved forwarding easement encroachment agreement for 227 Hornsby Lane to BOC debate agenda
• Approved minutes of June 8, 2021 meeting

Management and Internal Services

The Management and Internal Services Committee is meeting to discuss a multi-jurisdictional pre-disaster hazard mitigation plan and several vendor agreements. The body will also review personnel savings and budget reports.

• Resolution No. 21-31: Adoption of the Columbia County Multi-Jurisdictional Pre-Disaster Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Contract with Fleming & Nelson LLP as conflict counsel for 2021 tax appeals
• Purchase of Dodge Chargers for Sheriff's Office from Akins Dodge
• Agreement with Concrete Coatings for Fleet Services Floor Improvements
• Cyber security insurance through AIG Specialty Insurance Company for FY 2021/2022

The Management and Internal Services Committee approved forwarding 15 items to the July 20, 2021 Board of Commissioners Consent Agenda. These include the purchase of twelve 2021 Dodge Chargers for the Sheriff's Office for $305,124, a $98,576.40 floor coating agreement for Fleet Services, and a $269,023.54 MUNIS software license. The committee also approved forwarding a resolution adopting the Multi-Jurisdictional Pre-Disaster Hazard Mitigation Plan and several other contracts and appointments. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved forwarding the Nulla Bona Report for July 2021 to the Board of Commissioners Consent Agenda.
• Approved forwarding the Tax Assessor Board's contract with Fleming & Nelson LLP for 2021 conflict tax appeals.
• Approved forwarding Resolution No. 21-31 adopting the Columbia County Multi-Jurisdictional Pre-Disaster Hazard Mitigation Plan.
• Approved forwarding the appointment of Dr. Angie Burke to the Region Two Advisory Council, term ending June 30, 2022.
• Approved forwarding the purchase of twelve 2021 Dodge Charger Pursuits from Akins Dodge for $305,124.
• Approved forwarding the agreement with Concrete Coatings for Fleet Services floor improvements for $98,576.40.
• Approved forwarding the renewal agreement with Woolpert for Cityworks services for $38,400.
• Approved forwarding the annual MUNIS software support and license agreement for $269,023.54.

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will vote on several land rezoning requests and a variance. The meeting also includes approvals for public works contracts, sewer easements, and a law enforcement training grant.

• Rezone requests for 120 Lewiston Road, 104 Preakness Drive/3950 Evans to Locks Road, and 608, 612, & 616 Byrd Drive
• Variance request for 3731 White Lane
• Proposal from S&ME for County-Wide Pavement Condition & Evaluation Survey
• Law Enforcement Training Grant from the Office of the Governor Criminal Justice Coordinating Council
• Sewer line construction easement for Woods at Reed Creek

The Columbia County Board of Commissioners approved several rezoning requests, including a change to C-2 at 120 Lewiston Road, a change to C-1 at 104 Preakness Drive, and a change to S-1 for a bird rescue on Byrd Drive. They also approved a $704,925.15 contract for the Dowling Drive sewer relocation and a $130,000 county-wide pavement survey. A sewer easement for the Woods at Reed Creek project was denied, and a lease item was removed due to a temporary restraining order.

• Approved rezoning to C-2 at 120 Lewiston Road (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning to C-1 at 104 Preakness Drive (4-1, Melear opposed)
• Approved rezoning to S-1 for bird rescue on Byrd Drive (unanimous)
• Approved $704,925.15 contract for Dowling Drive sewer relocation (unanimous)
• Approved $130,000 pavement condition survey and management system (unanimous)
• Denied sewer easement for Woods at Reed Creek (unanimous)
• Approved $182,598 law enforcement training grant (unanimous)
• Approved $20,000 for Chick-fil-A right of way for Horizon South Parkway (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Columbia County Planning Commission will discuss several land-use requests, including rezoning and conditional use permits. The body will also review architectural plans and final plats for residential and commercial projects.

• Rezoning of 10.23 acres at 561 Baker Place Road from R-2 and M-1 to S-1
• Conditional use requests for a daycare at 4234 Columbia Road and a gym, arts school, and vehicle repair at 4107 Colben Boulevard
• Architectural reviews for Storage Nest at 5060 High Meadows Drive and Popeyes at 422 Lewiston Road
• Final plats for Hawes Creek at Greenpoint (100.53 acres), Quaker Knoll Phase I (19.77 acres), and Canton Park II (4.53 acres)
• Massage Operator’s License for Jeremy Cully dba Muscle Anthropology at 1106 Suite A Furys Lane

The Columbia County Planning Commission approved several items, including architectural reviews for Storage Nest and Popeyes, a massage operator's license, three final plats, a minor S-1 revision, and conditional uses for a daycare and a gym. They also denied a temporary use authorization for three travel trailers and postponed a rezoning request to August 5, 2021.

• Approved architectural review for Storage Nest at 5060 High Meadows Drive.
• Approved with conditions architectural review for Popeyes at 422 Lewiston Road.
• Denied temporary use authorization for three travel trailers at 6123 Gray Road.
• Approved massage operator's license for Jeremy Cully dba Muscle Anthropology.
• Approved final plat for Hawes Creek at Greenpoint (17 lots).
• Approved final plat for Quaker Knoll Phase I (33 lots).
• Approved final plat for Canton Park II (34 lots).
• Approved conditional use for daycare at 4234 Columbia Road with conditions.

Community and Emergency Services

The Community and Emergency Services Committee is meeting to discuss several community service agreements and organizational updates. The body will also review fire response and budget reports.

• USA BMX Gold Cup Championship Agreement
• Georgia Bass Chapter Federation, Inc. Adult/College Tournament
• Memorandum of Understanding with UGA Cooperative Extension/Board of Regents
• Amendments to CVB By-Laws
• Animal Services Donation

The Community and Emergency Services Committee approved forwarding several items to the July 6, 2021 Board of Commissioners Consent Agenda, including a $15,000 agreement with USA BMX for the 2021 Gold Cup Championship Series, a $2,500 contract with Georgia Bass Federation for a fishing tournament, a Memorandum of Understanding with UGA Cooperative Extension, amendments to CVB Bylaws, and acceptance of a $694 donation for Animal Services. A lease with the State Properties Commission was moved to the Public Works and Engineering Services Committee for additional information. The meeting was adjourned at 8:39 a.m.

• Approved forwarding USA BMX Gold Cup Championship agreement ($15,000) to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding Georgia Bass Federation fishing tournament contract ($2,500) to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding MOU with UGA Cooperative Extension to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding CVB Bylaws amendments to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding Animal Services donation ($694) to BOC Consent Agenda
• Moved lease with State Properties Commission to Public Works and Engineering Services Committee

Public Works Services

The Public Works and Engineering Services Committee is meeting to discuss various engineering proposals, easement agreements, and service renewals. The body will consider items ranging from sewer relocations to countywide maintenance contracts.

• Proposal from Cranston Engineering for New Building A Project survey
• Agreement renewals with Northwest Exterminating Company and Otis Elevator
• Bid from Fortis Engineering Solutions, LLC for Dowling Drive Sewer Relocation
• Engineering proposal from ISM, LLC for Hereford Farm Road Widening
• Lease with State Properties Commission for the Department of Community Supervision

The Public Works and Engineering Services Committee approved forwarding 15 items to the July 6, 2021 Board of Commissioners Consent Agenda, including contracts, easements, and a lease. It also forwarded one item to the Debate Agenda and one to the Executive Session Agenda. All actions were approvals to forward, not final decisions.

• Approved forwarding Cranston Engineering survey proposal for New Building A ($15,400) to Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding Wildwood Park Area 1 bathhouse change order (deduct $4,008.12) to Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding Goff Electric proposal for Evans Library LED relighting ($14,300) to Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding Studio 3 Design Group proposal for Wildwood Park Area 2/3 renovations ($38,500) to Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding renewals for exterminating ($31,960) and elevator maintenance ($24,874.20) to Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding denial of sewer line easement for Woods at Reed Creek to Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding Fortis Engineering bid for Dowling Drive sewer relocation ($704,925.15) to Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding lease with State Properties Commission for Department of Community Supervision to Consent Agenda

Planning Commission

The Columbia County Planning Commission approved a rezoning request (RZ21-06-05) to change 9.43 acres at 120 Lewiston Road from residential to general commercial (C-2), with conditions on building materials and design. The commission also approved a rezoning (RZ21-06-06) for 9.17 acres at 104 Preakness Drive and 3950 Evans to Locks Road to neighborhood commercial (C-1), and a rezoning (RZ21-06-07) for 11.87 acres on Byrd Drive to special use (S-1) for an existing bird rescue with conditions. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved with conditions the rezoning of 9.43 acres at 120 Lewiston Road from R-1/C-1 to C-2 for a proposed grocery and commercial development.
• Approved the rezoning of 9.17 acres at 104 Preakness Drive and 3950 Evans to Locks Road from R-2/C-1 to C-1 for commercial use.
• Approved with conditions the rezoning of 11.87 acres at 608, 612, & 616 Byrd Drive from R-A to S-1 for an existing bird rescue and expanded uses.
• Approved a variance to the front setback requirement for a new house at 3731 White Lane.
• Approved a minor PUD revision for 1.769 acres off Trade Center Drive, shifting parking and building layout.
• Approved a minor S-1 revision for 2.33 acres at 5060 High Meadows Drive, allowing more metal panels on non-public-facing elevations.
• Approved an individual plat for 1 lot at 675 Mullins Colony Drive.
• Approved the minutes of the June 3, 2021 meeting and the June 17, 2021 agenda.

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will consider the annual budget for all county funds for fiscal year 2021/2022. The meeting includes votes on several rezoning requests, utility fee adoptions, and an agreement to purchase water and wastewater systems from the City of Harlem.

• Resolution 21-17: Adopting the Annual Budget for All Funds for Fiscal Year 2021/2022
• Intergovernmental Agreement to purchase Water Distribution and Wastewater Collection System from the City of Harlem
• RZ21-06-02: Conditional Use for a Daycare at 208 Flowing Wells Road
• RZ21-06-03: Rezone from Light Industrial to Townhouse Residential at 4459 Wrightsboro Road
• Resolution 21-25: Adoption of Utility Permitting Fees

The Board unanimously approved the FY2021/2022 annual budget for all county funds and adopted the Vision 2035 Comprehensive Plan update. They also approved the purchase of the City of Harlem's water and wastewater system, and denied two rezoning requests (a daycare and a townhouse development).

• Approved Resolution 21-17 adopting the FY2021/2022 annual budget for all county funds.
• Approved Resolution 21-28 adopting the Vision 2035 Comprehensive Plan update.
• Approved the intergovernmental agreement to purchase the water distribution and wastewater collection system from the City of Harlem, effective July 1, 2021.
• Denied the conditional use request for a daycare at 208 Flowing Wells Road (RZ21-06-02).
• Denied the rezoning from M-1 to T-R at 4459 Wrightsboro Road (RZ21-06-03).
• Approved variances for properties at 403 Lakestone Way and 2150 Discovery Drive.
• Approved the alcoholic beverage license for Manshiv Enterprise LLC dba Liquor Market, but denied the variance to Section 6-56 automatic forfeiture for nonuse.
• Approved the appointment of Mike Carraway to the Planning Commission, effective July 1, 2021.

Management and Internal Services

The Management and Internal Services Committee is meeting to discuss several contract renewals and state agreements. The body will also consider board appointments for regional health and emergency planning councils.

• Juvenile Court Independent Contracts
• State Properties Commission Agreement extensions for Department of Family & Children Services and Department of Driver Services
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Contract Renewal #3 with Employee Services, Inc.
• External Auditing Services Renewal with Cherry Bekaert, LLP
• Board appointments for the Department of Behavior Health and Development Disabilities Regional Advisory Council

The Management and Internal Services Committee approved forwarding 13 items to the June 15, 2021 Board of Commissioners Consent Agenda, including Juvenile Court independent contracts, several contract renewals, and board appointments. All motions carried unanimously. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved forwarding Juvenile Court independent contracts (8 contractors, salaries totaling $170,968.92) to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding DFCS building lease extension at $7,891.49/month to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding Driver Services building lease extension at $1/year to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding EAP contract renewal #3 with Employee Services, Inc. at $34,251.95/year to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding New York Life Group benefit products renewal to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding Express Employment Professionals temporary workers contract to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding board appointments (Behavior Health, Community Service Board, Local Emergency Planning Committee) to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding external auditing renewal with Cherry Bekaert, LLP at $68,000 to BOC Consent Agenda

Board of Commission

The Columbia County Audit Committee will meet to review draft reports regarding management services. The committee is scheduled to discuss internal audit updates and reports on specific county departments.

• Draft report on Water Utility
• Draft report on Planning
• Draft report on Code Compliance
• June Internal Audit Update

The Audit Committee received and reviewed draft internal audit reports for the Water Utility, Planning, and Code Enforcement departments from Serotta Maddocks Evans & Company. The audits found no significant exceptions, with minor recommendations including updating online rate schedules, improving inspection staffing, and documenting fee waiver requests. The committee approved the minutes from the March 9, 2021 meeting.

• Approved minutes from March 9, 2021 Audit Committee meeting (unanimous)
• Received draft internal audit reports for Water Utility, Planning, and Code Enforcement
• Noted audit recommendation to update online commercial sewer rates on 311 page
• Noted audit recommendation to assign additional personnel to inspections
• Noted audit recommendation to document fee waiver requests in Planning Department

Development and Engineering Services

The Development and Planning Services Committee is meeting to discuss the adoption of a comprehensive plan and review alcoholic beverage license applications. The body will also review monthly workload and financial reports from the Planning and Development Services divisions.

• Resolution Number 21-28 Adoption of the Vision 2035 Comprehensive Plan
• Alcoholic Beverage License for Manshiv Enterprise LLC dba Liquor Market
• Alcoholic Beverage License for Sprint Food Stores Inc dba Sprint Foods 749

The Development and Planning Services Committee approved forwarding several items to the Board of Commissioners. These include a recommendation to approve an alcoholic beverage license for Manshiv Enterprise LLC dba Liquor Market while denying a variance, approval of a license for Sprint Food Stores Inc. dba Sprint Foods 749, and adoption of Resolution 21-28 for the Vision 2035 Comprehensive Plan update. The committee also unanimously approved the minutes from the May 11, 2021 meeting.

• Approved forwarding liquor license for Manshiv Enterprise LLC dba Liquor Market to BOC June 15 debate agenda, with denial of variance to Section 6-56 (unanimous)
• Approved forwarding liquor license for Sprint Food Stores Inc. dba Sprint Foods 749 to BOC July 6 consent agenda (unanimous)
• Approved forwarding Resolution 21-28 Vision 2035 Comprehensive Plan update to BOC June 15 debate agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of May 11, 2021 meeting (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Columbia County Planning Commission is meeting to discuss several land-use changes, including rezonings and variances. The body will also review architectural plans and a provisional home occupation request.

• Rezone from M-1 to T-R (Townhouse Residential) at 4459 Wrightsboro Road
• Conditional Use for a Daycare at 208 Flowing Wells Road
• Architectural Review for Autozone at 430 Lewiston Road
• Final Plat for Kiokee Pointe at 550 County Line Road
• Variance requests for 403 Lakestone Way and 2150 Discovery Drive

The Columbia County Planning Commission denied a conditional use request for a daycare at 208 Flowing Wells Road, approved architectural reviews for an AutoZone and a retail building on Bluegrass Trail, approved a provisional home occupation for a salon, approved a final plat for Kiokee Pointe, approved a minor plan revision for a fire pit and pergola, postponed two rezoning requests for a place of worship, and approved variances for a retaining wall and an Amazon sign. A rezoning for townhouses on Wrightsboro Road failed in a 2-2 vote.

• Denied conditional use for daycare at 208 Flowing Wells Road (unanimous)
• Approved architectural review for AutoZone at 430 Lewiston Road (unanimous)
• Approved architectural review with conditions for retail building at 5148 & 5150 Bluegrass Trail (unanimous)
• Approved provisional home occupation for Kristi's Chop Shop at 3962 Gordon Highway (unanimous)
• Approved final plat for Kiokee Pointe at 550 County Line Road (unanimous)
• Approved minor S-1 revision for fire pit and pergola at 4921 Columbia Road (unanimous)
• Postponed to July 1, 2021 rezoning and site plan revision for 561/571 Baker Place Road (unanimous)
• Failed rezoning to T-R for townhouses at 4459 Wrightsboro Road (2-2 vote)

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will consider several rezoning requests, variances, and infrastructure contracts. The meeting includes discussions on utility permitting fees and the establishment of new street light districts.

• Rezone from R-3 to C3 with Conditional Use for Light Industrial at 4400 River Watch Parkway
• Conditional Use for a Special Event Facility at 507 CDP Industrial Boulevard
• Contract with Reeves Construction for Savannah Rapids Pavilion Upper Parking Lot Expansion
• Resolution 21-25 regarding the adoption of Utility Permitting Fees
• Resolutions 21-23 and 21-24 to establish Street Light Districts in Eagle Creek and Brigadier Landing, Phase II

The Columbia County Board of Commissioners approved the second reading of Ordinance 21-01 amending timber harvesting regulations, and approved several rezoning and variance requests, including a conditional use for a special event facility and a rezoning to C-3 with conditions. A variance request at 109 Shaw Street was denied after a motion to table failed. The board also approved a consent agenda with numerous contracts and agreements.

• Approved Ordinance 21-01 amending timber harvesting regulations (unanimous)
• Approved conditional use for special event facility at 507 CDP Industrial Blvd (unanimous)
• Approved zoning condition change off Hamilton Rd (4-1, Galeas opposed)
• Approved variance to buffers off Hamilton Rd (4-1, Galeas opposed)
• Denied variance at 109 Shaw St (3-2, Richardson and Skinner opposed)
• Approved rezoning to C-3 at 4400 River Watch Pkwy with conditions (4-1, Galeas opposed)
• Approved variances at 4285 Washington Rd (unanimous, Richardson recused)
• Approved consent agenda including $836,954.78 parking lot expansion contract (unanimous)

Community and Emergency Services

The Community and Emergency Services Committee is meeting to discuss new business regarding community and fire services. The body will consider several service agreements and a donation request.

• Georgia Glamping Company Long Term Glamping Site Renewal
• Nutrition Services Agreement between the Senior Center and Columbia County Sheriff's Office
• Library Services Agreement with the Greater Clarks Hill Regional Library System
• Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia Extension Services
• Donation request from Woodmen of the World for Fire and Emergency Services

The Community and Emergency Services Committee approved forwarding six items to the June 1, 2021 Board of Commissioners Consent Agenda, including renewals for glamping sites, nutrition services, library services, extension services, a donation, and an insurance broker agreement. No items were denied or tabled. The meeting was procedural, with all actions being recommendations for final approval by the Board.

• Approved forwarding Georgia Glamping Company long-term glamping site renewal to BOC consent agenda
• Approved forwarding $138,050 nutrition services agreement with Columbia County Sheriff's Office to BOC consent agenda
• Approved forwarding $405,723.94 library services agreement with Greater Clarks Hill Regional Library System to BOC consent agenda
• Approved forwarding $138,987 extension services contract with Board of Regents of University of Georgia to BOC consent agenda
• Approved forwarding $500 donation from Woodmen of the World to Fire Services fund to BOC consent agenda
• Approved forwarding insurance broker services agreement with Acrisure, LLC dba Head Capital Advisors to BOC consent agenda

General

The Public Works and Engineering Services Committee is meeting to discuss water utility change orders and engineering projects. The body will hold a public hearing regarding the establishment of street light districts and review several right-of-way abandonments.

• Public hearing on proposed street light districts for Brigadier Landing Phase II and Eagle Creek
• Contract with Reeves Construction for Savannah Rapids Pavilion Upper Parking Lot Expansion
• Agreement with GDOT for Right-of-Way acquisition for Hardy McManus Rd Widening
• Resolution 21-25 regarding the adoption of utility permitting fees
• Change orders for Jones Creek Force Main Phase II, Old Louisville ground storage tank, and Water Main Washington to Flowing Wells

The Public Works and Engineering Services Committee approved forwarding numerous items to the June 1, 2021 Board of Commissioners meeting, including change orders, contracts, resolutions, and a bid rejection. These items will be considered for final approval by the full Board. The committee also held a public hearing on proposed street light districts with no public comments.

• Approved forwarding change order #2 with Blair Construction for Jones Creek Force Main Phase II ($6,000)
• Approved forwarding change order #1 with Sol Construction for Old Louisville ground storage tank (net $147,448, +160 days)
• Approved forwarding rejection of bid for Kraftsman equipment trailer
• Approved forwarding change order #1 with Beam's Contracting for Washington to Flowing Wells water main ($288,393.84)
• Approved forwarding resolutions 21-23 and 21-24 to establish street light districts in Eagle Creek and Brigadier Landing Phase II
• Approved forwarding contract with Mid State Construction & Striping for FY2021 Striping Project B ($96,644.39)
• Approved forwarding contract with Reeves Construction for Savannah Rapids Pavilion upper parking lot expansion ($836,954.78)
• Approved forwarding developer agreement with Bulldog Trucking and Eben Gray's Tree Service for Grimaud Farms Section 2 (with $30,000 contribution condition)

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners is meeting for a work session to receive an update on the Fiscal Year 21/22 budget. No other items are listed for decision or discussion.

• Fiscal Year 21/22 budget update

The Board of Commissioners held a work session to review the proposed Fiscal Year 2022 budget. County Manager Johnson presented updates, stating the budget is balanced with no tax increase. No formal votes or decisions were made; the meeting was informational and adjourned after the presentation.

• Presented proposed FY2022 budget, balanced with no tax increase

Planning Commission

The Columbia County Planning Commission will discuss several land-use requests, including rezoning and variances. The body will also review a conceptual plan for a residential development and massage operator licenses.

• Conceptual Plan for The Woodlands at Riverwood: 164 lots on 94.71 +/- acres off Clanton Road and Old Washington Road
• RZ21-05-04: Rezone from R-3 to C3 with Conditional Use for Light Industrial at 4400 River Watch Parkway
• RZ21-05-02: Conditional Use for a Special Event Facility at 507 CDP Industrial Boulevard
• RZ21-05-03: Change of Conditions for 96.74+/- acres off Hamilton Road
• Massage operator licenses for Brianna McIntosh (1106 Furys Lane Suite A) and Chloe Helen Roy (4090 Washington Road Suite A)

The Columbia County Planning Commission approved the conceptual plan for The Woodlands at Riverwood, a 164-lot residential development off Clanton Road and Old Washington Road, with modifications including a roundabout and dust control. The commission also approved two massage operator licenses, a conditional use for a special event facility, a change of conditions and variance for a Hamilton Road property, a variation for a pet resort expansion, a variance for a crematory building, a rezoning for light industrial use, and a variance for a grocery store. All decisions are recommendations to the Board of Commissioners for final action on June 1, 2021.

• Approved The Woodlands at Riverwood concept plan, 164 lots, with modifications (unanimous)
• Approved massage operator license for Brianna McIntosh dba Massage by Bri (unanimous)
• Approved massage operator license for Chloe Helen Roy (unanimous)
• Approved conditional use for special event facility at 507 CDP Industrial Blvd (unanimous)
• Approved change of conditions for Hamilton Road property, RZ21-05-03, with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved variance to buffers for Hamilton Road property, VA21-05-02, with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved variation to Evans Town Center Overlay for pet resort at 4321 Evans to Locks Rd (unanimous)
• Approved variance for crematory at 109 Shaw St, VA21-05-03, with condition (3-1)

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will vote on a consent agenda featuring multiple service renewals and infrastructure agreements. The debate agenda includes a second reading for street light districts and a first reading for a timber harvesting ordinance.

• Lewiston Road Widening Georgia Power Relocation Agreement
• Washington Road Beautification design and permitting agreement with JLA
• RZ21-05-01 zoning revision for 6.36+/- acres at 2179 William Few Parkway
• Ordinance Number 21-01 regarding Regulation of Timber Harvesting
• Alcoholic Beverage License for The End Zone Bar & Grill LLC

The Columbia County Board of Commissioners approved five street light district resolutions, a change of conditions for a property on William Few Parkway, and a first reading of a timber harvesting ordinance. They denied an alcoholic beverage license for The End Zone Bar & Grill and approved a consent agenda including a $49,597 crime scene truck and a $1,011,565 Georgia Power relocation agreement.

• Approved street light districts for Bartram Trail, Crawford Creek, Highland Lakes, and Wright's Farm (unanimous)
• Denied alcoholic beverage license for The End Zone Bar & Grill LLC (unanimous)
• Approved change of conditions for property at 2179 William Few Parkway (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of timber harvesting ordinance 21-01 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including MedNow clinic agreement, crime scene truck ($49,597), and battery purchase ($76,800)
• Approved Georgia Power relocation agreement for Lewiston Road widening (not to exceed $1,011,565)
• Approved JLA design/permitting agreement for Washington Road Beautification ($152,500)
• Removed Juvenile Court Independent Contractor Agreements from agenda

Management and Internal Services

The Management and Internal Services Committee is meeting to review the FY20-21 Compensation Study. The body will also discuss several professional service agreements and contract renewals for county operations.

• Presentation of the FY20-21 Compensation Study
• MedNow Employee On-site Clinic and Medical Services Professional Services Agreement
• Renewal #1 with Ceres Environmental Services, Inc. and DebrisTech LLC for disaster debris services
• Juvenile Court Independent Contractor Agreements
• Purchase of a Crime Scene truck for the Sheriff's Department

The Management and Internal Services Committee approved forwarding multiple items to the May 18, 2021 Board of Commissioners Consent Agenda, including a MedNow on-site clinic agreement, renewals for disaster debris management and monitoring, nine juvenile court independent contractor agreements, a crime scene truck purchase, and several technology contracts. The committee also received informational presentations on the FY20-21 compensation study, personnel savings, budget, SPLOST, and investments. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved forwarding MedNow on-site clinic and medical services agreement to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding Ceres Environmental Services disaster debris management renewal to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding DebrisTech LLC disaster debris monitoring renewal to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding 9 juvenile court independent contractor agreements (e.g., Margaret Adams $24,999.96, Kathleen Connor $34,999.92) to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding purchase of crime scene truck for Sheriff's Department from Allan Vigil Ford for $49,597 to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding Scanning America contract renewal to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding battery purchase from American Power Systems for Broadband Utility for $76,800 to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding Planters, LLC Master Services Agreement to BOC Consent Agenda

Development and Engineering Services

The Development and Planning Services Committee is meeting to discuss infrastructure agreements and local ordinances. The body will consider liquor licenses and a residential dwelling request.

• Georgia Power Relocation Agreement for Lewiston Road Widening (PI No 0008350)
• Agreement with JLA for Washington Road Beautification design and permitting
• Ordinance Number 21-01 regarding Regulation of Timber Harvesting
• Alcoholic Beverage Licenses for Fresco Cafe LLC and The End Zone Bar & Grill LLC
• Ancillary Dwelling request for 3609 and 3619 Rivercrest Road

The Development and Planning Services Committee approved forwarding several items to the Board of Commissioners, including a $1,011,565 Georgia Power relocation agreement for the Lewiston Road widening project and a $152,500 agreement with JLA for the Washington Road Beautification project design. The committee also postponed an alcoholic beverage license for Manshiv Enterprise LLC dba Liquor Market until June 8, 2021, and forwarded other licenses and ordinances. All actions were approvals to forward, not final decisions.

• Approved forwarding Georgia Power relocation agreement ($1,011,565) for Lewiston Road widening to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding JLA agreement ($152,500) for Washington Road Beautification design to BOC Consent Agenda
• Postponed alcoholic beverage license for Manshiv Enterprise LLC dba Liquor Market until June 8, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved forwarding Ordinance 21-01 (timber harvesting regulation) to BOC Debate Agenda
• Approved forwarding alcoholic beverage license for Fresco Cafe LLC to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding alcoholic beverage license for The End Zone Bar & Grill LLC to BOC Debate Agenda
• Approved forwarding ancillary dwelling at 3609/3619 Rivercrest Road to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding Resolution 21-21 (Greenspace Advisory Board bylaws) and Resolution 21-22 (Tree Advisory Board bylaws) to BOC Consent Agenda

Planning Commission

The Columbia County Planning Commission is meeting to discuss several land use requests, including three temporary use authorizations and three final plats for residential developments. The body will also hold a public hearing regarding a zoning revision for a property on William Few Parkway.

• Final Plat for Jackson Heights Phase 1: 95 lots on 39.86+/- acres off Old Belair Lane
• Final Plat for Crawford Creek VIII-B: 84 lots on 34.72+/- acres off William Smith Boulevard
• Final Plat for Swint Farm Estates: 11 lots on 29.56+/- acres off Swint Road
• Public Hearing for RZ21-05-01: Change of Conditions and Major S-1 Revision at 2179 William Few Parkway
• Major PUD Revision for 4502 Guildford Court (RZ21-03-06)

The Columbia County Planning Commission approved all items on the agenda, including three temporary use authorizations for travel trailers, three final plats for residential subdivisions, a provisional home occupation, a massage operator's license, and a change of conditions and major revision for a property on William Few Parkway. The commission also voted to withdraw without prejudice a major PUD revision for 4502 Guildford Court, allowing the applicant to resolve a fence dispute with the HOA. All decisions are recommendations to the Board of Commissioners for final action on May 18, 2021.

• Approved temporary use authorization for travel trailer at 6320 Keg Creek Drive (unanimous)
• Approved temporary use authorization for travel trailer at 6941 Cottonwood Drive (unanimous)
• Approved temporary use authorization for travel trailer at 7478 Lakeside Drive (unanimous)
• Approved provisional home occupation for R Garrard Properties, LLC at 1781 Lonergan Hulme Road (unanimous)
• Approved final plat for Jackson Heights Phase 1, 95 lots off Old Belair Lane (unanimous)
• Approved final plat for Crawford Creek VIII-B, 84 lots off William Smith Boulevard (unanimous)
• Approved with condition final plat for Swint Farm Estates, 11 lots off Swint Road (unanimous)
• Approved massage operator's license for Abba's Therapeutic Massage LLC (unanimous)

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners is conducting a public hearing regarding the proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2021/2022. County Manager Johnson will present the general fund summary, tax digest projections, and sales tax collections.

• Public hearing for Proposed Budget for Fiscal Year 2021/2022
• Review of Budget Summary General Fund
• Review of Tax Digest Projection
• Review of Sales Tax Collections

The Board of Commissioners held a public hearing for the Fiscal Year 2022 budget. County Manager Johnson stated the budget is balanced with no tax increase. No public comment was made, and the meeting adjourned without any formal decisions or votes.

• Public hearing opened for FY2022 budget (no public comment)
• Meeting adjourned without formal action

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will consider several rezoning requests and conditional use permits for businesses. The meeting also includes a consent agenda with numerous public works contracts and emergency services renewals.

• Purchase of two 2021 Chevrolet Tahoes for $76,408.00
• Rezone request for 4204 Washington Road from R-2 to Planned Residential Development
• Conditional use requests for a car wash at 489 Columbia Industrial Boulevard and a gym at 705 North Belair Road
• Fury's Ferry Road Widening project contracts and agreements
• Resolution to increase speed limits on North Old Belair Rd and William Smith Blvd

The Columbia County Board of Commissioners approved a consent agenda including a $32,381,438.70 contract with E.R. Snell Contractor, Inc. for the Fury's Ferry Road widening project, along with related lighting and maintenance agreements. The board also approved several rezoning and conditional use requests, including a car wash and a gym, and allowed the withdrawal of a rezoning request for 4204 Washington Road without prejudice. All votes were unanimous except for the procurement policy amendment, which passed with opposition from Vice Chairman Richardson.

• Approved $32,381,438.70 contract for Fury's Ferry Road widening (unanimous)
• Approved $1,538,620.20 Georgia Power lighting agreement for Fury's Ferry Road (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning at 7161 Moontown Road from R-A/S-1 to R-A (unanimous)
• Approved conditional use for car wash at 489 Columbia Industrial Blvd (unanimous)
• Approved conditional use for gym at 705 North Belair Rd (unanimous)
• Approved variance for 6-foot fence at 730 Houston Lake Dr (unanimous)
• Allowed withdrawal of rezoning request for 4204 Washington Rd without prejudice (3-2)
• Amended procurement policy 603.1 with additional approval requirement (4-1)

Community and Emergency Services

The Community and Emergency Services Committee is reviewing several contract renewals for library, tutoring, and recreation services. The body is also discussing emergency services agreements and the purchase of two vehicles. Decisions made here will be presented to the Board of Commissioners.

• Purchase of two 2021 Chevrolet Tahoes for $76,408.00
• Appointment of Robert Eastman to the Animal Services Advisory Board
• Concessionaire Agreements with Savannah Rapids Kayak Rental, LLC and Outdoor Augusta, LLC
• Ticketmaster and Nederlander National Markets, LLC agreements for Columbia County Performing Arts Center
• Fire Services Mutual Aid Agreement renewal with the City of Augusta Consolidated Government

The Community and Emergency Services Committee approved forwarding 17 items to the May 4, 2021 Board of Commissioners agenda, including contract renewals, appointments, and equipment purchases. All items were approved unanimously and will be considered by the full Board.

• Approved forwarding Robert Eastman appointment to Animal Services Advisory Board
• Approved forwarding Brainfuse contract renewal ($12,000) for online tutoring
• Approved forwarding Simke Tennis Academy contract renewal
• Approved forwarding Alex Cooper contract renewal for library computer classes
• Approved forwarding Silver Palm contract renewal
• Approved forwarding Diane Giddings amendment for ceramics instruction
• Approved forwarding Convention & Visitors Bureau renewal (July 2021–June 2022)
• Approved forwarding purchase of two 2021 Chevrolet Tahoes ($76,408)

Public Works Services

The Public Works and Engineering Services Committee will discuss infrastructure projects, water utility contracts, and road improvements. The body will hold a public hearing regarding the establishment of several street light districts.

• Public hearing on street light districts for Bartram Trail Section X Phase 2, Crawford Creek South Phase VIII A, Highland Lakes Sections I & II, and Wright's Farm Phase 1
• Proposed speed limit increases on North Old Belair Rd and William Smith Blvd
• Fury's Ferry Road Widening bid from E R Snell Contractor, Inc.
• Professional services agreement with Dickinson Architects for Building 'A' Replacement Project
• Contract with Blair Construction for the Watervale Drainage Rehabilitation Project

The Public Works and Engineering Services Committee approved forwarding multiple items to the May 4, 2021 Board of Commissioners meeting, including a $32.4 million contract for the Fury's Ferry Road widening project. The committee also forwarded contracts for sewer, drainage, and street light district resolutions, along with several smaller purchases and agreements. All actions were recommendations to the full Board, not final approvals.

• Approved forwarding $32,381,438.70 Fury's Ferry Road widening contract to E.R. Snell Contractor (unanimous)
• Approved forwarding $1,538,620.20 Georgia Power lighting agreement for Fury's Ferry Road
• Approved forwarding $799,133 Watervale drainage rehabilitation contract with Blair Construction
• Approved forwarding $117,545.10 valve insertion purchase from Hydra-Stop LLC
• Approved forwarding $67,570 engineering proposal for Reed Creek Sanitary Sewer IV with Cranston Engineering
• Approved forwarding $500,000 additional funding for William Few lay-down yard
• Approved forwarding resolutions to establish street light districts in five subdivisions
• Approved forwarding $33,094.43 liquidated damages assessment to L&L Utilities

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will consider several zoning changes, including requests for light industrial and community commercial use. The meeting also includes votes on service contracts and discussions regarding right-of-way easements for road widening projects.

• Rezone from R-1 to C-C for 1.04 acres at 715 and 737 Furys Ferry Road
• Rezone from S-1 to M-1 for parcels at 3866 Rose Lane and 3862 Rose Court
• Contract with BRW Construction Group LLC for Reed Creek WPCP & CCFR Station #1 generators
• Resolution 21-06 for Street Light District 515B Southwind Village, Phase 2
• Easements for Horizon South Project and Fury’s Ferry Road Widening Project

The Columbia County Board of Commissioners approved multiple rezoning requests, variances, and right-of-way easement purchases for road projects. They also approved a consent agenda with contracts for generators, uniforms, and road work, and tabled a procurement policy revision to May 4, 2021.

• Approved consent agenda including $259,011 generator contract (unanimous)
• Approved LMIG 2021 road contract to Reeves Construction for $3,212,268 (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning from S-1 to C-3 at Rose Lane/Rose Court (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning from R-A & M-1 to R-A at Old Appling Harlem Hwy (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning from R-1 to C-C at Furys Ferry Rd with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved variance to remove max front setback at Furys Ferry Rd (unanimous)
• Approved $147,800 and $49,200 for right-of-way easements for Fury's Ferry Rd widening (unanimous)
• Tabled procurement policy revision to May 4, 2021 (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Columbia County Planning Commission will review several rezoning requests, variances, and preliminary plats. The body is deciding on land use changes for residential and industrial properties, including requests for a car wash and a gym.

• Rezone 4204 Washington Road from R-2 to PRD (15.44+/- acres)
• Conditional Use request for a car wash at 489 Columbia Industrial Boulevard
• Conditional Use request for a gym at 705 North Belair Road
• Preliminary Plat for Anderson Farms Section II (24 lots, 73.09+/- acres)
• Preliminary Plat for River Oaks Phase 2 (44 lots, 21.43+/- acres)

The Columbia County Planning Commission voted 3-2 to deny a rezoning request for 216 apartment units at 4204 Washington Road, despite staff recommending approval with conditions. The commission approved several other items, including two preliminary plats, a home occupation, a car wash conditional use, and multiple variances. All recommendations will be forwarded to the Board of Commissioners for final action on May 4, 2021.

• Denied RZ21-04-05, rezone to PRD for 216-unit apartment complex at 4204 Washington Road (3-2)
• Approved RZ21-04-06, rezone to R-A at 7161 Moontown Road (unanimous)
• Approved RZ21-04-07, conditional use for car wash at 489 Columbia Industrial Blvd (unanimous)
• Approved RZ21-04-08, conditional use for gym at 705 North Belair Road (unanimous)
• Approved VA21-04-04, variance for existing building setback at 705 North Belair Road (unanimous)
• Approved VA21-04-06, variation for metal siding at 705 North Belair Road (unanimous)
• Approved VA21-04-03, variance for fence at 730 Houston Lake Drive (unanimous)
• Approved VA21-04-05, variance for pool/cabana at 901 Big Oak Circle (unanimous)

Management and Internal Services

The Management and Internal Services Committee is meeting to discuss various service agreements, procurement bids, and policy revisions. The body will also review budget reports and personnel savings for Fiscal Year 20/21.

• Service Agreements with The Family Y and iCare
• Memorandum of Understanding with Georgia Emergency Management & Homeland Security Agency
• Agency Subscription Agreement with AT&T Mobility National Accounts
• Bid for Reed Creek WPCP & CCFR Station #1 Fixed Generators
• Contract Agreement with Titan Concrete Coating, LLC for Fleet and Animal Services floor improvements

The Management and Internal Services Committee approved forwarding several items to the April 20, 2021 Board of Commissioners agenda, including service agreements, a bid award, and policy amendments. All motions were unanimous. No final decisions were made; the committee's role was to recommend items for full board consideration.

• Approved forwarding service agreements with The Family Y and iCare to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding MOU with GEMA/HS for EM Grants Pro System to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding AT&T Mobility subscription agreement to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding bid award to BRW Construction Group, LLC ($259,011) for generators to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding procurement policy amendment (603.1) to BOC Debate Agenda
• Approved forwarding bid award to Cintas ($27,963) for uniforms to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding contract with Titan Concrete Coating, LLC ($124,684) for floor improvements to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding Family Y Steiner Branch lease renewal to BOC Consent Agenda

Development and Engineering Services

The Development and Planning Services Committee is meeting to discuss new business items including a construction bid and beverage licensing. The body will also review requests for ancillary dwellings at two specific properties.

• LMIG 2021, Bid # 2021011-BID3313, Reeves Construction Company
• Alcoholic Beverage License for Shaistah 786 LLC dba Short Stop
• Ancillary Dwelling request for 659 Gibbs Road S
• Ancillary Dwelling request for 6104 Gray Road

The Development and Planning Services Committee approved forwarding several items to the April 20, 2021 Board of Commissioners Consent Agenda, including a $3,212,268 road contract with Reeves Construction Company, an alcoholic beverage license for Shaistah 786 LLC dba Short Stop, and two ancillary dwelling requests. The committee also unanimously approved the minutes of the March 9, 2021 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved forwarding LMIG 2021 bid to BOC Consent Agenda: Reeves Construction Company, $3,212,268 (unanimous)
• Approved forwarding alcoholic beverage license for Shaistah 786 LLC dba Short Stop to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding ancillary dwelling request at 659 Gibbs Road S (Tax Map 074B Parcel 040) to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding ancillary dwelling request at 6104 Gray Road (Tax Map 039 Parcel 002C) to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved minutes of March 9, 2021 meeting (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Columbia County Planning Commission will hold public hearings on several rezoning and variance requests. The body is also considering massage operator licenses, a home occupation permit, and development plans for new residential lots.

• RZ21-04-02: Rezone from S-1 to M-1 (Light Industrial) for properties at 3866 Rose Lane, 3862 Rose Court, and off Rose Street
• RZ21-04-04: Rezone from R-1 to C-C (Community Commercial) at 715 and 737 Furys Ferry Road
• Conceptual Plan for Hamilton Grove: 139 lots on 96 +/- acres off Hamilton Road
• Preliminary Plat for River Island Section 2 Phase 3: 61 lots on 42.1 +/- acres off Blackstone Camp Road
• Massage Operator's Licenses for Heather Gault (106 Davis Road) and Lisa Anne Kessler (548 Blackburn Drive)

The Planning Commission voted 4-1 to approve a rezoning from S-1 (Special) to C-3 (Heavy Commercial) for properties at 3866 Rose Lane, 3862 Rose Court, and off Rose Street, with conditions. The original request for M-1 (Light Industrial) was disapproved unanimously. All other agenda items, including two massage operator's licenses, a provisional home occupation, a conceptual plan for Hamilton Grove, a preliminary plat for River Island, and several other rezoning and variance requests, were approved unanimously.

• Approved Massage Operator's License for Heather Gault at 106 Davis Road Suite D.
• Approved Massage Operator's License for Lisa Anne Kessler dba Evans Therapeutic Massage at 548 Blackburn Drive.
• Approved Provisional Home Occupation for MPi Manufacturing at 826 Lake Royal Drive.
• Approved Conceptual Plan for Hamilton Grove, 139 lots on 96 acres off Hamilton Road.
• Approved Preliminary Plat for River Island Section 2 Phase 3, 61 lots off Blackstone Camp Road.
• Approved Conditional Use for Massage at 1106 Furys Lane (RZ21-04-01).
• Disapproved rezoning to M-1, then approved rezoning to C-3 with conditions for properties on Rose Lane/Rose Court (RZ21-04-02), 4-1.
• Approved rezoning to R-A at 1635 Old Appling Harlem Highway (RZ21-04-03), rezoning to C-C at 715/737 Furys Ferry Road (RZ21-04-04), and variances VA21-04-02 and VA21-04-01.

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will vote on several infrastructure bids, alcoholic beverage licenses, and land use requests. The meeting includes discussions on the Harlem Wholesale Water Purchase Agreement and the Vision 2035 Comprehensive Plan Update.

• Rezone 4945 Wrightsboro Road from R-1 to M-1 and M-2
• Conditional Use for Massage at 106 Davis Road
• Bids for Ultra Violet Light Disinfection System (M.B. Kahn Construction Co., Inc.) and Reed Creek and Little River Improvements (Southern Civil LLC)
• Extension of the Harlem Wholesale Water Purchase Agreement
• Resolution 21-10 to transmit Vision 2035 Comprehensive Plan Update

The Columbia County Board of Commissioners approved a $6,000,000 purchase of Tax Map 065 009W at 4975 Hardy McManus Road, Evans, GA, and awarded a $12,798,897 contract to M.B. Kahn Construction Co., Inc. for an ultra violet light disinfection system. The board also approved a one-year extension of the Harlem Wholesale Water Purchase Agreement, a rezoning at 4945 Wrightsboro Road, and numerous other consent agenda items including bids, easements, and licenses.

• Approved $6,000,000 purchase of Tax Map 065 009W (4975 Hardy McManus Road, Evans, GA).
• Awarded $12,798,897 contract to M.B. Kahn Construction Co., Inc. for ultra violet light disinfection system.
• Approved one-year extension of Harlem Wholesale Water Purchase Agreement to expire April 1, 2022.
• Approved rezoning of 4945 Wrightsboro Road from R-1 to M-1 and M-2 with conditions.
• Approved $1,317,000 bid to Southern Civil LLC for Reed Creek and Little River improvements.
• Approved $86,699.36 amendment #4 with Kimley-Horn for Lewiston Road widening.
• Approved $55,000 purchase of 4 acres from Eleanor Shepherd for Crawford Creek Water Pollution Control Plant.
• Approved $19,250 to Winfield Community Center, Inc. for .55 acres for IT Pavilion.

Community and Emergency Services

The Community and Emergency Services Committee is meeting to discuss new business regarding animal services and a lease. The committee will also review fire response and budget reports.

• Animal Services Donations
• Columbia County Cares Lease
• Fire Response Summary Report
• Fire Response Monthly Report
• Year to Date Budget Report for Fire and Emergency Services

The Community and Emergency Services Committee approved forwarding two items to the March 30, 2021 Board of Commissioners Consent Agenda: donations to Animal Services totaling $3,375 and the Columbia County Cares lease. The committee also approved the minutes of the February 23, 2021 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved forwarding Animal Services donations ($175 from Michelle Artrip, $100 from Barbara Williams, $3,100 from Subaru of America) to the Board of Commissioners Consent Agenda.
• Approved forwarding the Columbia County Cares lease to the Board of Commissioners Consent Agenda.
• Approved the minutes of the February 23, 2021 Community and Emergency Services Committee meeting as presented.

Public Works Services

The Public Works and Engineering Services Committee is meeting to discuss water utility projects and engineering services. The body will consider several bids for infrastructure improvements and hold a public hearing regarding a new street light district.

• Public hearing and resolution to establish Street Light District 515B for Southwind Village, Phase 2
• Bids for Ultra Violet Light Disinfection System (M.B. Kahn Construction Co., Inc.) and Reed Creek and Little River Improvements (Southern Civil LLC)
• Reclassification of North Old Belair Road to a Minor Collector road
• Amendment #4 with Kimley-Horn for Lewiston Road Widening (PI # 0008350)
• Resolution 21-10 to transmit the Vision 2035 Comprehensive Plan Update

The Public Works and Engineering Services Committee approved forwarding multiple items to the March 30, 2021 Board of Commissioners meeting, including a $12,798,897 bid for an ultra violet light disinfection system, a $1,317,000 bid for Reed Creek and Little River improvements, and a budget adjustment for the Dowling Drive sewer extension. The committee also forwarded resolutions and contracts for street lighting, road reclassification, and other projects. No final decisions were made; all actions are recommendations to the full board.

• Approved forwarding $12,798,897 UV disinfection bid to M.B. Kahn Construction (unanimous)
• Approved forwarding $1,317,000 Reed Creek/Little River bid to Southern Civil LLC (unanimous)
• Approved forwarding Dowling Drive sewer extension budget increase to $725,000 (unanimous)
• Approved forwarding Resolution 21-06 for Street Light District 515B Southwind Village (unanimous)
• Approved forwarding North Old Belair Road reclassification to Minor Collector (unanimous)
• Approved forwarding $52,425 bid for three message boards to Safety Zone Specialist (unanimous)
• Approved forwarding Resolution 21-08 to amend Nicole's Cove Street Light District #402 (unanimous)
• Approved forwarding Resolution 21-10 for Vision 2035 Comprehensive Plan update (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Columbia County Planning Commission will hold public hearings on four rezoning and use requests. The body will also review architectural plans, a conceptual plan, and individual plats for various properties.

• RZ21-03-08: Rezone from R-A to M-2 for properties off Old Augusta Highway
• RZ21-03-09: Rezone from R-1 to M-1 and M-2 at 4945 Wrightsboro Road
• RZ21-03-07: Conditional Use for Massage at 106 Davis Road
• Conceptual Plan for 75 lots at 1915 William Few Parkway
• Architectural Review for Grand Oaks Evans at 850 Ronald Reagan Drive & 732 North Belair Road

The Columbia County Planning Commission approved the architectural review for the Grand Oaks Evans mixed-use development, a temporary use authorization for a travel trailer, a conceptual plan for 75 residential lots, and two individual plats. They also approved a conditional use for massage services and a rezoning with conditions, while postponing one PUD revision and withdrawing another rezoning request. All decisions are recommendations to the Board of Commissioners for final action on March 30, 2021.

• Approved architectural review for Grand Oaks Evans at 850 Ronald Reagan Drive & 732 North Belair Road.
• Approved temporary use authorization for a 34-foot travel trailer at 1228 Louisville Road.
• Approved conceptual plan for 75 lots at 1915 William Few Parkway.
• Approved individual plat for Eric Joerg & Stanley Perhonish at 1635 Old Appling Harlem Highway.
• Approved individual plat for The Kroger Company off Bluegrass Trail.
• Postponed to April 15, 2021, the Major PUD Revision at 4502 Guildford Court.
• Approved with condition the Conditional Use for Massage at 106 Davis Road, Suite D.
• Approved with conditions the rezone from R-1 to M-1/M-2 at 4945 Wrightsboro Road.

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners is meeting for a work session to review the Fiscal Year 21/22 budget. No other items are listed for decision or discussion.

• Fiscal Year 21/22 budget review

The Columbia County Board of Commissioners held a budget work session to review the Fiscal Year 21/22 budget. Division directors discussed their budget requests, and County Manager Johnson presented summaries of the proposed general fund, operating funds, capital funds, and personnel requests. No formal decisions or votes were made during this session.

• No formal decisions were made; the session was for discussion only.

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will discuss several land-use changes, including rezoning requests and variances. The meeting also includes a consent agenda for equipment purchases and service agreements.

• RZ21-03-02: Conditional Use for a Gym at 472 Flowing Wells Road
• RZ21-03-04: Major PUD Revision at 850 Ronald Reagan Drive and 732 North Belair Road
• RZ21-03-05: Rezone from R-1 to R-2 at 1915 William Few Parkway
• Resolution 21-02: Second reading to establish street light district 527 in Greenpoint, Phase 1-A
• Award of BID # 2021001-BID1512 for nuisance property cleanup to Thompson Building Wrecking Co., Inc.

The Columbia County Board of Commissioners approved all consent agenda items and all debate agenda items, including several rezoning, conditional use, and variance requests. All votes were unanimous with four commissioners present; Chairman Duncan was absent.

• Approved consent agenda including ICMA-RC agreement, HGAC participation, DHS transportation contract, equipment purchases, and ESRI subscription (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 21-02 establishing street light district 527 in Greenpoint Phase 1-A (unanimous)
• Approved conditional use for gym at 472 Flowing Wells Road, Unit G-2 (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning from S-1 to R-1 at 841 Halali Farm Road (unanimous)
• Approved major PUD revision at 850 Ronald Reagan Drive and 732 North Belair Road (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning from R-1 to R-2 at 1915 William Few Parkway with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved variance to reduce buffer at 4321 Evans to Locks Road (unanimous)
• Approved variance at 6697 Washington Road with conditions (unanimous)

Board of Commission

The Columbia County Audit Committee is meeting to approve prior minutes and receive draft reports on emergency management, risk management, Savannah Rapids Pavilion rental facilities, and community events, plus an internal audit update. The agenda is largely routine oversight with no major decisions listed.

• Approval of December 8, 2020 meeting minutes
• Draft report: Emergency Management
• Draft report: Risk Management
• Draft report: Savannah Rapids Pavilion (Rental Facilities)
• March Internal Audit Update

The Columbia County Audit Committee met and approved the minutes from the December 8, 2020 meeting. The committee received and reviewed draft internal audit reports for the Emergency Management Agency, Risk Management Department, Savannah Rapids Pavilion, and Community Events Department. The audits found no significant exceptions, though two minor issues were noted: a miscoded invoice at the Savannah Rapids Pavilion and an over-remittance from a catering vendor.

• Approved the minutes from the December 8, 2020 Audit Committee meeting.
• Received draft internal audit reports for Emergency Management, Risk Management, Savannah Rapids Pavilion, and Community Events.
• Noted an internal audit update stating a Hotel/Motel Lodging Tax audit will be presented when completed.
• Noted no exceptions in audits for Emergency Management, Risk Management, and Community Events.
• Noted a miscoded sound equipment invoice at Savannah Rapids Pavilion; management will review line codes.
• Noted a $61 over-remittance from The Silver Palm Catering Company; management will verify future payments.

Board of Commission

The Columbia County Board of Commissioners is holding a work session to review the Fiscal Year 21/22 budget. The agenda includes call to order, roll call, and adjournment, with the budget review as the main item.

• Fiscal Year 21/22 budget review

The Board of Commissioners held a work session to discuss budget requests from elected and appointed officials. County Manager Johnson reviewed new personnel and general fund capital requests, and officials discussed their budget needs with the board. No formal decisions were made; the session was for discussion only.

• No formal decisions made; budget requests discussed

Management and Internal Services

The Management and Internal Services Committee will meet to consider several items, including a resolution to join the HGAC cooperative purchasing program, a contract for coordinated transportation, and a new agreement with ICMA-RC to lower basis points. The committee will also discuss technology equipment replacement and an ESRI enterprise agreement subscription. Consent agenda items will be voted on collectively.

• ICMA-RC Agreement to Lower Basis Points
• Resolution No. 21-07 establishing Member Participation in the HGAC Cooperative Purchasing Program
• FY 2022 DHS Coordinated Transportation Contract with CSRA Regional Commission
• BID# 2021005-BID1415: Walker Mowers
• Subscription for Enterprise Agreement with ESRI for 2021-2024

The Management and Internal Services Committee approved forwarding seven items to the March 16, 2021 Board of Commissioners Consent Agenda, including an ICMA-RC agreement, HGAC cooperative purchasing resolution, a transportation contract, equipment purchases, and technology subscriptions. No items were denied or tabled. The meeting was otherwise procedural, with staff reports presented for information only.

• Approved forwarding ICMA-RC administrative services agreement to BOC consent agenda
• Approved forwarding Resolution No. 21-07 for HGAC Cooperative Purchasing Program
• Approved forwarding FY2022 DHS coordinated transportation contract with CSRA Regional Commission
• Approved forwarding purchase of two Walker Mowers from Harry's Equipment Center ($28,320.00)
• Approved forwarding purchase of two Ram 1500s and two Dodge Durangos from Thomson Motor Center ($120,830.00)
• Approved forwarding IT equipment lifecycle replacement from Dell, Inc. ($259,848.29)
• Approved forwarding ESRI subscription for 2021-2024 ($119,800/year)

Development and Engineering Services

The Development and Planning Services Committee will vote on consent agenda items and debate new business, including two alcoholic beverage licenses and a bid award for nuisance property cleanup. The meeting also includes staff reports on planning and development workloads and finances.

• Alcoholic Beverage License for Local Augusta LLC dba Local
• Alcoholic Beverage License for Frey Enterprises LLC dba Buzzed Bull Creamery & Roll On In
• Award BID #2021001-BID1512 for nuisance property cleanup to Thompson Building Wrecking Co., Inc.
• February 2021 Planning Department Work Load measurement monthly report
• Development Services Division Financial Report

The Development and Planning Services Committee approved forwarding three items to the Board of Commissioners: a $24,850 nuisance property cleanup contract to Thompson Building Wrecking Co., Inc., and alcoholic beverage licenses for Local Augusta LLC dba Local and Frey Enterprises LLC dba Buzzed Bull Creamery & Roll On In. The committee also approved the minutes of the February 9, 2021 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved forwarding $24,850 nuisance cleanup contract to Thompson Building Wrecking Co., Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved forwarding alcoholic beverage license for Local Augusta LLC dba Local (unanimous)
• Approved forwarding alcoholic beverage license for Frey Enterprises LLC dba Buzzed Bull Creamery & Roll On In (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of February 9, 2021 meeting (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Columbia County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on the draft Vision 2035 Comprehensive Plan Five Year Update and consider several rezoning, variance, and other land-use items. The agenda includes new business items such as a massage operator's license, a provisional home occupation, a temporary use authorization, and preliminary plats. Public hearings are scheduled for seven rezoning and variance cases, including a major S-1 revision, a conditional use for a gym, and multiple rezones.

• Public hearing on Vision 2035 Comprehensive Plan Five Year Update draft
• Massage Operator's License for Cebbi Farienty dba SisterReLeaf at 3685 River Watch Parkway Suite 100
• Preliminary plat for Crawford Creek South Phase X, 52 lots, off William Smith Boulevard
• RZ21-03-03: Rezone from S-1 to R-1 at 841 Halali Farm Road
• VA21-03-02: Variance for parking, buffers, and use provisions at 6697 Washington Road

The Columbia County Planning Commission approved a conditional use for a gym at 472 Flowing Wells Road (4-1), a rezoning from R-1 to R-2 for a subdivision at 1915 William Few Parkway, two preliminary plats (Crawford Creek South Phase X and River Pines), a massage operator's license, a provisional home occupation, a temporary use authorization, and two variances. The commission also voted to withdraw a major revision request for Augusta Christian Schools without prejudice. All recommendations will be forwarded to the Board of Commissioners for final action on March 16, 2021.

• Approved conditional use for gym at 472 Flowing Wells Road (4-1, Dempsey opposed)
• Approved rezoning from R-1 to R-2 at 1915 William Few Parkway with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved preliminary plat for Crawford Creek South Phase X, 52 lots (unanimous)
• Approved preliminary plat for River Pines, 5 lots (unanimous)
• Approved massage operator's license for Cebbi Farienty (unanimous)
• Approved provisional home occupation for Blue River Pools (unanimous)
• Approved temporary use authorization at 6492 Washington Road (unanimous)
• Approved variance for pet resort at 4321 Evans to Locks Road with condition (unanimous)

Board of Commission

The Columbia County Board of Commissioners will hold its regular meeting, including a consent agenda with multiple contracts and agreements, and a debate agenda featuring a major Planned Unit Development (PUD) revision and a resolution to establish a street light district. The board will also discuss legal matters and hold an executive session for personnel and property negotiations.

• RZ21-02-03: Major PUD revision for 0.72 acres at 3801 Park Lane
• Resolution 21-02: Establish street light district 527 in Greenpoint Phase 1-A (first reading)
• Alcoholic beverage license for Columbia County Performing Arts Center
• Purchase of trench roller (Bobcat of Augusta) and backhoe loader (Flint Equipment Co.)
• Award bid to Black and More Tree, Inc. for nuisance property cleanup

The Columbia County Board of Commissioners approved the consent agenda, which included agreements for bass tournaments, an alcohol license, engineering services, equipment purchases, and utility easement releases. They also approved the first reading of a street light district in Greenpoint, Phase 1-A, and approved right-of-way payments for road widening projects. A major PUD revision was withdrawn without prejudice.

• Approved consent agenda with multiple items (unanimous)
• Approved $4,000 agreement with Clarks Hill Committee for bass tournaments
• Approved alcoholic beverage license for Columbia County Performing Arts Center
• Approved $15,500 engineering proposal from ZEL Engineering for bio-solids monitoring
• Approved $29,925 purchase of trench roller from Bobcat of Augusta
• Approved $95,500 purchase of backhoe loader from Flint Equipment Co.
• Approved first reading of Resolution 21-02 for street light district 527 in Greenpoint (unanimous)
• Approved right-of-way payments for Flowing Wells Road and Horizon South Parkway projects (unanimous)

Community and Emergency Services

The Community and Emergency Services Committee will meet to approve the previous meeting's minutes, consider a consent agenda, and debate a new business item: a tournament agreement with the Clarks Hill Committee of the CSRA. They will also receive staff reports on fire response and budget, and may enter executive session for legal or personnel matters.

• Approval of January 26, 2021 minutes
• Clarks Hill Committee of the CSRA Tournament Agreement (new business)
• Fire Response Summary Report
• Fire Response Monthly Report
• Year to Date Budget Report

The Community and Emergency Services Committee approved forwarding a $4,000 agreement with the Clarks Hill Committee of the CSRA to the Board of Commissioners' March 2, 2021 consent agenda. The committee also unanimously approved the minutes from the January 26, 2021 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included only reports and procedural items.

• Approved forwarding the Clarks Hill Committee of the CSRA Tournament Agreement ($4,000) to the March 2, 2021 Board of Commissioners Consent Agenda.
• Approved the minutes of the January 26, 2021 Community and Emergency Services Committee meeting as presented.

Public Works Services

The Public Works and Engineering Services Committee will consider a postponed resolution to establish a street light district in Greenpoint Phase 1-A, along with several new business items including engineering proposals, equipment purchases, and utility easement quitclaim deeds. The committee will also review budget and construction reports from the Water Utility. This is a regular working meeting with both consent and debate agenda items.

• Resolution 21-02 to establish street light district 527 in Greenpoint, Phase 1-A (postponed from Jan. 26)
• Engineering proposal from ZEL Engineering for bio-solids monitoring annual reporting
• Purchase of trench roller from Bobcat of Augusta under Sourcewell Contract 032119-BAI
• Purchase of backhoe loader from Flint Equipment Co. under Florida Sherriff Association Contract FSA19-VEH17.0
• Quitclaim deeds for utility easements from William J. Harden; John Wright, Leslie Wright and Katherine J. Wright; Andy & Angela C. Passmore; and Algie Arbee

The Public Works and Engineering Services Committee approved forwarding several items to the March 2, 2021 Board of Commissioners agenda, including a street light district resolution, equipment purchases, and utility easement releases. No final decisions were made; all actions were recommendations for the full board.

• Approved forwarding Resolution 21-02 for street light district 527 in Greenpoint Phase 1-A to BOC Debate Agenda
• Approved forwarding $15,500 ZEL Engineering bio-solids monitoring proposal to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding $29,925 trench roller purchase from Bobcat of Augusta to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding $95,500 backhoe loader purchase from Flint Equipment Co. to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding quitclaim deed releases for utility easements (Harden, Wright, Passmore, Arbee) to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding $5,000 NPDES MS4 feasibility proposal with Goodwyn Mills Cawood to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding Georgia Power lighting agreement for Gateway Blvd roundabout ($38,265 upfront, $127.35/month) to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding revised plat for River Oaks Subdivision Phase 1A lots 156-161 to BOC Consent Agenda

Planning Commission

The Columbia County Planning Commission will consider two preliminary plats for new subdivisions: Grimaud Farms Section II (20 lots on 69.04 acres off White Oak Road) and Tillery Park Section I (126 lots on 48.1 acres off Baker Place Road). The commission will also hold public hearings on two major PUD revisions and review two minor waivers and a massage operator's license application. All items are for discussion or decision as listed on the agenda.

• Preliminary Plat for Grimaud Farms Section II, 20 lots, 69.04 acres, off White Oak Road
• Preliminary Plat for Tillery Park Section I, 126 lots, 48.1 acres, off Baker Place Road
• Public hearing: Major PUD Revision at 3801 Park Lane (0.72 acres)
• Public hearing: Major PUD Revision at 731 Bishops Circle (0.75 acres)
• Minor waivers at 2223 Laurens Street and 2027 Sinclair Drive (information only)

The Columbia County Planning Commission approved preliminary plats for Grimaud Farms Section II (20 lots) and Tillery Park Section I (126 lots), and denied a major PUD revision at 3801 Park Lane. A massage operator's license was approved, and another PUD revision was withdrawn. All decisions are recommendations to the Board of Commissioners for final action on March 2, 2021.

• Approved preliminary plat for Grimaud Farms Section II, 20 lots off White Oak Road (unanimous)
• Approved preliminary plat for Tillery Park Section I, 126 lots off Baker Place Road (unanimous)
• Denied major PUD revision at 3801 Park Lane (unanimous)
• Approved massage operator's license for Southern Bliss Massage, LLC (unanimous)
• Withdrawn without prejudice major PUD revision at 731 Bishops Circle (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of February 4, 2021 meeting (3-0, Futch abstained)

Board of Commission

The Columbia County Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings and vote on two rezoning requests, two variance requests, and a hearing on suspending the alcohol beverage license for Tumbleweeds Tavern DBA Backyard Tavern. The consent agenda includes a service agreement, a meeting date change, a resolution amending the Local Emergency Planning Committee bylaws, annual bank accounts, and software purchases. Executive session items include property condemnations for road and sewer projects.

• RZ21-02-01: Rezone 5.5+/- acres at 5959 Boulder Court from R-A to S-1
• RZ21-02-02: Rezone 83+/- acres off Swint Road and Old Appling Harlem Highway from M-1/R-A to R-1
• VA21-02-01: Variance to Section 90-135 Signs at 457 Park West Drive
• VA21-02-02: Variance to Section 90-53 at 4181 Mullikin Road
• Hearing on suspension of Alcohol Beverage License for Tumbleweeds Tavern DBA Backyard Tavern

The Board of Commissioners denied a rezoning request (RZ21-02-01) that would have allowed a dog boarding kennel at 5959 Boulder Court, with a 4-1 vote. They approved several other items, including a rezoning for residential use, two sign and setback variances, and upheld a suspension of an alcohol license for Tumbleweeds Tavern. The board also approved consent agenda items and three condemnation resolutions for road and sewer projects.

• Denied rezoning RZ21-02-01 for dog kennel at 5959 Boulder Court (4-1)
• Approved rezoning RZ21-02-02 from M-1/R-A to R-1 off Swint Road (unanimous)
• Approved sign variance VA21-02-01 at 457 Park West Drive (unanimous)
• Approved setback variance VA21-02-02 at 4181 Mullikin Road (unanimous)
• Upheld suspension of alcohol license for Tumbleweeds Tavern (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including $14,650 software purchase and $146,700.14 network support
• Approved condemnation resolutions for Dowling Drive sewer, Furys Ferry Road, and Lewiston Road projects
• Approved $500 for right of way at Hereford Farm and Blanchard Road intersection

Management and Internal Services

The Management and Internal Services Committee will consider several items, including a service agreement for Project Access, a resolution amending the Local Emergency Planning Committee bylaws, and the purchase of lease accounting software. They will also discuss annual bank accounts and support agreements for network equipment. The meeting includes routine approvals and staff reports on budget and broadband.

• Service Agreement for Project Access
• Resolution No. 21-01 Amending the Bylaws of the Local Emergency Planning Committee
• Annual Bank Accounts
• Purchase of Lease Accounting Software from LeaseQuery
• Support Agreements for Ciena Network Equipment, Software, and Services

The Management and Internal Services Committee approved forwarding six items to the February 16, 2021 Board of Commissioners Consent Agenda, including a service agreement for Project Access, a meeting date change, a resolution amending LEPC bylaws, annual bank accounts, lease accounting software purchase, and network equipment support agreements. No other substantive decisions were made; remaining agenda items were informational or procedural.

• Approved forwarding Service Agreement for Project Access FY2020 to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding change of Commissioners Meeting from April 6 to March 30, 2021
• Approved forwarding Resolution No. 21-01 amending LEPC bylaws
• Approved forwarding annual bank accounts as presented
• Approved forwarding purchase of lease accounting software from LeaseQuery ($14,650)
• Approved forwarding support agreements for Ciena network equipment ($146,700.14)

Development and Engineering Services

The Development and Planning Services Committee is meeting to consider a new alcoholic beverage license for the Columbia County Performing Arts Center, along with routine consent agenda items and staff reports. The meeting includes public comment opportunities and may enter executive session for exempt matters.

• Alcoholic Beverage License for Columbia County Performing Arts Center
• Approval of January 12, 2021 meeting minutes
• January 2021 Planning Department workload report
• December 2020 Plan Review workload report
• Temporary Alcoholic Beverage Permits for January 2021

The Development and Planning Services Committee approved forwarding the alcoholic beverage license for Columbia County Board of Commissioners dba Columbia County Performing Arts Center to the March 2, 2021 Board of Commissioners Consent Agenda. The committee also approved the minutes of the January 12, 2021 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made; remaining items were informational reports.

• Approved forwarding alcoholic beverage license for Columbia County Performing Arts Center to BOC Consent Agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of January 12, 2021 meeting (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Columbia County Planning Commission is meeting to consider rezoning requests, variances, plats, and licenses. The agenda includes two public hearings on rezoning: one for a 5.5-acre property at 5959 Boulder Court and another for an 83-acre site off Swint Road and Old Appling Harlem Highway. The commission will also review preliminary and final plats for several subdivisions and a massage operator's license.

• Rezone RZ21-02-01: 5.5 acres at 5959 Boulder Court from R-A to S-1
• Rezone RZ21-02-02: 83 acres off Swint Road/Old Appling Harlem Highway from M-1 and R-A to R-1
• Preliminary plat for Wrights Farm Section II: 79 lots on 22 acres off Wrightsboro Road
• Final plat for Connell Farms: 26 lots on 152.66 acres off Wrightsboro Road
• Massage operator's license for Bliss & Co LLC at 4573 Suite A Cox Road

Board of Commission

The Columbia County Board of Commissioners will hold its regular meeting, voting on a consent agenda with numerous purchases, contracts, and easements, and debating a major PUD revision for a property at 614 Whimbrel Court. The meeting also includes recognitions and an executive session for property acquisitions related to road and sewer projects.

• RZ20-12-04: Major PUD revision for 0.26 acres at 614 Whimbrel Court
• Georgia Glamping Company contract and sublease with Corps of Engineers
• Motorola Mach Alert service contract renewal
• Purchase of Vactor Jetter sewer cleaner from Environmental Products Group
• Hardy McManus Road widening task order with Pond & Company

The Board approved a Major PUD Revision for property at 614 Whimbrel Court to allow driveway access from Marsh Point Road, subject to conditions including brick driveway material and a decorative wall. The motion carried 3-2, with Chairman Duncan and Commissioners Skinner and Galeas in favor, and Vice Chairman Richardson and Commissioner Melear opposed. The Board also approved a consent agenda with numerous purchases, contracts, and easements, and several right-of-way acquisitions for road and sewer projects.

• Approved Major PUD Revision for 614 Whimbrel Court to allow driveway access from Marsh Point Road (3-2)
• Approved consent agenda including $608,319.80 Shadowmoor storm sewer improvements bid to Reeves Construction
• Approved $106,784.73 hardware purchase from Mainline Information Systems
• Approved $137,700 vactor jetter sewer cleaner purchase from Environmental Products Group
• Approved $148,117.89 task order 4 with Pond & Company for Hardy McManus Road widening
• Approved $76,700 for SCP parcel 6 for Horizon South Parkway right-of-way
• Approved $13,714 to Columbia County Development Authority for Horizon South Parkway right-of-way
• Approved $9,000 to Kimberly Parker for Dowling Drive sewer right-of-way

Community and Emergency Services

The Community and Emergency Services Committee will consider several new business items, including contracts, donations, and a position reclassification. The agenda also includes routine approval of minutes, consent agenda items, and staff reports. No major policy decisions are expected beyond these administrative and operational matters.

• Animal Services Donations
• Georgia Glamping Company, LLC Contract 2020-1829 and Sublease Agreement with Corps of Engineers
• American Cornhole, LLC South Atlantic Major Tournament Agreement
• Reclassification of Park Custodian to Park Services Worker
• Motorola Mach Alert Service Contract Renewal

Public Works Services

The Public Works and Engineering Services Committee will consider several purchases for the Water Utility, including a trench box, skid steer loader, and a sewer cleaner. The agenda also includes a public hearing and resolution to establish a street light district for Greenpoint, Phase 1-A, though the resolution vote was postponed to February 23, 2021. Other items include easement acceptances, an encroachment agreement, and various engineering services contracts.

• Purchase of a Vactor Jetter Sewer Cleaner from Environmental Products Group of Atlanta
• Public hearing on establishing Street Light District Number 527 for Greenpoint, Phase 1-A
• Resolution 21-02 to establish the street light district, postponed to February 23, 2021
• Bid award for Shadowmoor Storm Sewer Improvements to Reeves Construction Company
• Purchase of a Ford Explorer for Magistrate Court from Gerald Jones Ford

The Public Works and Engineering Services Committee approved forwarding several items to the February 2, 2021 Board of Commissioners Consent Agenda, including purchases of a trench box, skid steer loader, sewer cleaner, and vehicles, as well as contracts and easements. A public hearing for a street light district was held with no comments, and the related resolution was postponed to February 23, 2021. All actions were approvals to forward, not final decisions.

• Approved forwarding trench box purchase from Kundel Industries ($49,975.30)
• Approved forwarding skid steer loader purchase from Bobcat of Augusta ($107,099.85)
• Approved forwarding vactor jetter sewer cleaner purchase from Environmental Products Group ($137,700)
• Approved forwarding change order #1 with R.D. Brown for Burkes Mountain Booster Station (decrease $5,000, 20-day extension)
• Approved forwarding utility easements from Joseph & Shirley Briggs and Roy & Dorothy Gresham for Nicole's Cove sewer project
• Approved forwarding encroachment agreement with GA Subcontracting Professionals at 5104 Knox Farm Road
• Postponed Resolution 21-02 for street light district 527 in Greenpoint Phase 1A to February 23, 2021
• Approved forwarding multiple contracts and purchases including Hardy McManus Road task order ($148,117.89), Shadowmoor storm sewer bid ($608,319.80), and two vehicles

Planning Commission

The Columbia County Planning Commission will meet to elect 2021 officers, postponed from January 7, and consider a major revision to a Planned Unit Development at 614 Whimbrel Court. New business includes two minor waivers (presented as information only), a massage operator's license for Sarah Washington at 1105 Furys Lane, and final plats for Highland Lakes Phase 2 (98 lots) and Kelarie Section 5A (39 lots). The meeting also includes public comments and staff reports.

• Election of 2021 officers (postponed from Jan. 7)
• Major PUD revision, RZ20-12-04, 614 Whimbrel Court (0.26 acres)
• Massage operator's license for Sarah Washington, 1105 Furys Lane
• Final plat: Highland Lakes Phase 2, 98 lots, off William Few Pkwy
• Final plat: Kelarie Section 5A, 39 lots, off Baker Place Rd

Board of Commission

The Columbia County Board of Commissioners will hold its regular meeting on January 19, 2021, at 6:00 PM. The agenda includes approval of minutes, special recognitions, a consent agenda with administrative items, and a debate agenda with new business. Key items include rezonings, variances, and alcoholic beverage licenses, as well as a proclamation for Restaurant Week.

• Rezone R-A to S-1 at 4624 White Oak Road (5.22 acres)
• Rezone C-2 to C-3 at 3714 King Road (1.0 acre)
• Variance for buffers at 3714 King Road and 3100 Rosewood Drive
• Alcoholic beverage licenses for LN Wine and Liquor Inc. and Sairam Package Inc.
• Proclamation for Columbia County Restaurant Week (Jan 25, 2021)

The Columbia County Board of Commissioners approved several rezoning requests, variances, and a liquor license, while denying another liquor license. They also approved a consent agenda with administrative items and a restructuring of the Tax Assessor's office.

• Approved rezoning from R-A to S-1 at 4624 White Oak Road (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning from C-2 to C-3 at 3714 King Road (unanimous)
• Approved variances for properties at 3714 King Road and 3100 Rosewood Drive (unanimous)
• Denied alcoholic beverage license for Sairam Package Inc. dba Pumpkin Package (4-1)
• Approved alcoholic beverage license for LN Wine and Liquor Inc. with variance (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including reclassifications and service agreements (unanimous)
• Approved restructuring of Tax Assessor's office with salary changes (unanimous)

Management and Internal Services

The Management and Internal Services Committee will vote on consent agenda items and debate new business, including reclassifying a vacant Right of Way Specialist to Administrative Coordinator and the Human Resources Manager position, appointing a Department of Health Board member, approving Fire Rescue Boot Drive service agreements, and revising technology policies. Staff will also report on personnel savings, budget, SPLOST, and investments. The meeting includes public comment and a possible executive session on personnel.

• Reclassification of vacant Right of Way Specialist to Administrative Coordinator
• Appointment to Department of Health Board
• Reclassification of Human Resources Manager Position
• Columbia County Fire Rescue Boot Drive Service Agreements
• Gentry Fund, LLC Dark Fiber IRU

The Management and Internal Services Committee approved forwarding seven items to the January 19, 2021 Board of Commissioners Consent Agenda, including reclassifying the vacant Right of Way Specialist to Administrative Coordinator, reclassifying Human Resources Manager to Director, and appointing Commissioner Dewey Galeas to the Department of Health Board. The committee also approved forwarding Fire Rescue Boot Drive service agreements, revisions to two technology policies, and a dark fiber agreement with Gentry Fund, LLC. Minutes from the December 8, 2020 meeting were approved, and a personnel item was forwarded to the BOC executive session. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved forwarding reclassification of vacant Right of Way Specialist to Administrative Coordinator (Grade 19, $15.25/hr)
• Approved forwarding appointment of Commissioner Dewey Galeas to Department of Health Board (term ending Dec 31, 2022)
• Approved forwarding reclassification of Human Resources Manager (Grade 34) to Human Resources Director (Grade 38)
• Approved forwarding Fire Rescue Boot Drive service agreements with Columbia County Community Connections and Southeastern Firefighters Burn Foundation
• Approved forwarding revisions to Acceptable Use Policy 707.1
• Approved forwarding revisions to Anti-Virus Policy 703.1
• Approved forwarding Gentry Fund, LLC Dark Fiber IRU
• Approved minutes of Dec 8, 2020 meeting (Skinner abstained)

Development and Engineering Services

The Columbia County Development and Planning Services Committee is meeting to consider new business including a water and infrastructure evaluation, two alcoholic beverage licenses, and acceptance of improvements for several subdivisions. The committee will also review monthly reports from planning and development services and may enter executive session for legal matters. Public comment is limited to five minutes per speaker.

• Water and Infrastructure Evaluation presented by Deputy County Manager
• Alcoholic Beverage License for LN Wine and Liquor Inc.
• Acceptance of Improvements for Highland Lakes Phase II, Kelarie Section 5A, and Sprint Food Store Inc. Easement Plat
• Alcoholic Beverage License for Sairam Package Inc dba Pumpkin Package
• November-December 2020 Planning Department and Plan Review workload reports

Planning Commission

The Columbia County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on three rezoning requests, two variance requests, and two individual plats, along with a postponed PUD revision and a minor waiver. The commission will also elect officers for 2021 and approve previous meeting minutes.

• RZ20-12-04: Major PUD revision at 614 Whimbrel Court (postponed from Dec 17)
• RZ21-01-01: Rezone from R-A to S-1 at 4624 White Oak Road (5.22 acres)
• RZ21-01-02: Rezone from C-2 to C-3 at 3714 King Road (1.0 acre)
• VA21-01-02: Variance for lot/structure and buffer requirements at 3714 King Road
• Individual plats for White Oak Road Group (2 lots) and The Rowley Estate (7 lots)

The Columbia County Planning Commission approved two individual plats, two rezoning requests, and two variances, all with unanimous votes. They also postponed a major PUD revision and the election of officers to January 21, 2021. All decisions are recommendations to the Board of Commissioners for final action on January 19, 2021.

• Approved individual plat for White Oak Road Group, LLC (2 lots, 10.57 acres) (unanimous)
• Approved with conditions individual plat for The Rowley Estate (7 lots, 11.041 acres) (unanimous)
• Approved with conditions rezone RZ21-01-01 from R-A to S-1 at 4624 White Oak Road (unanimous)
• Approved rezone RZ21-01-02 from C-2 to C-3 at 3714 King Road (unanimous)
• Approved with conditions variance VA21-01-02 at 3714 King Road (unanimous)
• Approved with revised conditions variance VA21-01-01 at 3100 Rosewood Drive (unanimous)
• Postponed to Jan 21, 2021: Major PUD revision RZ20-12-04 at 614 Whimbrel Court (unanimous)
• Postponed to Jan 21, 2021: Election of Officers 2021 (unanimous)

Board of Commission

The Columbia County Board of Commissioners will hold its regular meeting, including a public hearing on a rezoning request, second readings of ordinances affecting county fees and elected officials' salaries, and several other rezoning and conditional use requests. The board will also elect a vice chair and consider appointments to boards and committees.

• RZ20-11-08: Major S-1 revision, 5.58 acres at 229 South Old Belair Road
• RZ20-12-01: Conditional use for single-wide manufactured home, 10.66 acres at 3594 Mistletoe Road
• RZ20-12-02 Part I: Rezone to R-1, 5.77 acres at 4521 Cox Road and adjacent
• RZ20-12-05: Rezone from C-2 to M-2, 23.83 acres off Horizon South Parkway
• Resolution 20-44: Fee schedule and authorization for Performing Arts Center General Manager