Columbia County public meetings in 2022

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will consider several rezoning requests and variances for properties on Mullikin Road, Cobbham Road, and Furys Ferry Road. The meeting also includes votes on public works contracts for road widening and safety lighting.

• Rezoning of 6297 Cobbham Road from Residential Agricultural to Special (18.59 +/- acres)
• Construction contract with ER Snell Contractor, Inc. for Horizon South Pkwy (SR388) Widening Project
• Agreement with Yancey Power System for main switchgear upgrades at Jim Blanchard WTP
• Safety lighting proposals from Georgia Power for multiple intersections including Tanner Ct and Blue Ridge Dr
• Conditional use request for massage at 444 Furys Ferry Road

The Board of Commissioners approved several major infrastructure contracts, including a $22.3M road widening project and a $2.8M contract for The Market. They also granted multiple zoning changes and variances and approved various equipment purchases and personnel contracts.

• Approved $22,312,902.86 construction contract with ER Snell Contractor, Inc. for Horizon South Pkwy widening
• Approved $2,867,202 construction contract to Duckworth Development, LLC for The Market
• Approved $434,233.69 automated license plate reader system agreement with CelPlan
• Approved $344,712.75 purchase of security and traffic cameras from Utilicom Supply
• Approved rezoning of 6297 Cobbham Road from R-A to S-1 for art classes and produce stand
• Approved rezoning of 425 Furys Ferry Road from PDD to P-1
• Approved $13,600, $52,500, and $14,681 payments for right of way/easements for road projects
• Approved William Eubank as Interim Deputy Director for Engineering Services at $94,036.80 annually

Planning Commission

The Columbia County Planning Commission will review several land-use requests, including rezoning, variances, and business licenses. The body will also consider a final plat for a 101-lot residential section and a conditional use permit for a gym.

• Rezoning of 20 acres at 3894 Gordon Highway from Residential Agricultural to Light Industrial
• Final plat for Highland Lakes Section III, 101 lots on 32.8 acres off William Few Parkway
• Conditional Use for Gym at 472 Flowing Wells Road
• Massage Operator’s Licenses for Eleven Eleven Wellness Studio LLC and N&P Group LLC at 108 North Belair Road
• Variation for 4130 Columbia Road regarding corridor protection overlay district

The Planning Commission approved an architectural review for Gateway ENT, two massage operator licenses, and a 101-lot final plat for Highland Lakes Section III. Several other requests were approved with specific conditions regarding landscaping, lighting, and signage, while two applications for 3894 Gordon Highway were withdrawn.

• Approved architectural review for Gateway ENT at 4975 Gateway Boulevard (unanimous)
• Approved massage operator licenses for Eleven Eleven Wellness Studio LLC and Total Thai Wellness (unanimous)
• Approved final plat for Highland Lakes Section III, 101 lots (unanimous)
• Approved with conditions Minor S-1 Revision at 4798 Hardy McManus Road (unanimous)
• Approved with conditions Master Sign Plan at 444 North Belair Road (unanimous)
• Approved with conditions Major Plan Revision to PUD at 3801 Park Lane (4-1)
• Accepted withdrawal of rezoning and variance requests for 3894 Gordon Highway (unanimous)
• Approved with conditions Conditional Use for a Gym at 472 Flowing Wells Road (unanimous)

Development and Engineering Services

The Development and Planning Services Committee is meeting to discuss a re-bid for The Market and several development requests. The body will consider a variance for Hot Shot Liquor and an ancillary dwelling request for a property on Wateroak Lane.

• BID#2022043-BID2720 The Market-REBID
• Variance request from LN Wine & Liquor Inc dba Hot Shot Liquor regarding Code Section 6-56
• Alcoholic Beverage License for Hadden Outdoors LLC
• Ancillary Dwelling request for 435 Wateroak Lane (Tax Map 081E Parcel 005)

The Development and Planning Services Committee approved forwarding several items to the December 20, 2022 Board of Commissioners Consent Agenda. These include a construction contract for The Market, a liquor license, a zoning variance, and an ancillary dwelling request.

• Approved forwarding $2,867,202 construction contract for The Market to Duckworth Development, LLC
• Approved forwarding variance request for LN Wine & Liquor Inc dba Hot Shot Liquor regarding nonuse forfeiture
• Approved forwarding Alcoholic Beverage License for Hadden Outdoors, LLC
• Approved forwarding request to exceed 1,800 square feet for an ancillary dwelling at 435 Wateroak Lane
• Approved November 8, 2022 meeting minutes

Community and Emergency Services

The Community and Emergency Services Committee is meeting to discuss new business and review staff reports. The primary item for consideration is an agreement to purchase software for emergency services.

• Agreement with EMS Technology Solutions, LLC to purchase Operative IQ Software
• Fire Response Summary Report
• Fire Response Monthly Report
• Year to Date Budget Report

The Community and Emergency Services Committee approved the minutes from November 22, 2022. The committee also approved forwarding an agreement to purchase Operative IQ software for Fire and Emergency Services to the Board of Commissioners.

• Approved minutes of the November 22, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved forwarding agreement with EMS Technology Solutions, LLC to purchase Operative IQ software for $7,820 to the Board of Commissioners

Public Works Services

The Public Works and Engineering Services Committee will discuss infrastructure contracts, utility upgrades, and road improvements. The meeting includes public hearings on right-of-way abandonment and the creation of several street light districts.

• Public hearing on abandonment of John Deere Parkway Right-of-Way
• Public hearing and resolutions to establish Street Light Districts for seven areas including Highland Lakes Sec 1C and Crawford Creek Sec 10
• Construction contract with ER Snell Contractor, Inc. for Horizon South Pkwy (SR388) Widening Project
• Agreement with Yancey Power System for main switchgear upgrades at Jim Blanchard WTP
• Striping contract with Peek Pavement Markings, LLC for River Watch Pkwy

The Public Works and Engineering Services Committee approved forwarding several infrastructure contracts, lighting resolutions, and improvement acceptances to the Board of Commissioners for final action. The committee also held two public hearings regarding right-of-way abandonment and the establishment of street light districts.

• Approved forwarding $22,312,902.86 Horizon South Pkwy widening contract to Board of Commissioners
• Approved forwarding $111,646.35 River Watch Pkwy striping contract to Board of Commissioners
• Approved forwarding $120,032.71 White Oak Business Park Road Extension change order to Board of Commissioners
• Approved forwarding $18,000 Savannah Rapids Pavilion parking lot lighting agreement to Board of Commissioners
• Approved forwarding $8,900 Terracon Consultants geotechnical services agreement to Board of Commissioners
• Approved forwarding Resolutions 22-41 through 22-47 to establish seven street light districts to Board of Commissioners
• Approved forwarding acceptance of improvements for Lot 6 at Gateway Square, Highland Lakes Sec III, and Hickory Woods Subdivision to Board of Commissioners
• Approved forwarding 2023 Local Maintenance Improvement Grant application to Board of Commissioners

Management and Internal Services

The Management and Internal Services Committee is reviewing several service agreements and equipment purchases. The body will discuss contracts for website management, grant coordination, and transportation services. The meeting includes reports on the FY 2023 budget and personnel savings.

• Master Services Agreement with CivicPlus for the website
• Independent Contractor Agreement with Sarah K. Ruppersburg for a grants coordinator
• Contract with Deanne Specialty Transportation Inc. for FY 2023 DHS Coordinated Transportation Grant
• Purchase of Security and Traffic Cameras from Utilicom Supply
• Automated License Plate Reader System Agreement with CelPlan

The Management and Internal Services Committee approved forwarding several contracts and purchase requests to the December 20, 2022 Board of Commissioners Consent Agenda. These items include security technology, vehicle procurement, and software agreements. The committee also approved the minutes from the November 8, 2022 meeting.

• Approved November 8, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Forwarded Thrombosis Awareness Month Proclamation to Board of Commissioners
• Forwarded CivicPlus website master services agreement to Board of Commissioners
• Forwarded grant coordinator agreement with Sarah K. Ruppersburg to Board of Commissioners
• Forwarded FY 2023 DHS Coordinated Transportation grant and Deanna Specialty Transportation Inc. contract to Board of Commissioners
• Forwarded $57,979 Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD purchase from Alan Jay Fleet Sales to Board of Commissioners
• Forwarded $20,000 FME Software Agreement to Board of Commissioners
• Forwarded $344,712.75 security and traffic camera purchase from Utilicom Supply to Board of Commissioners

General

The Columbia County Construction Board is meeting to approve its 2023 meeting schedule and review a contractor complaint update. The board will also review a monthly numbers report.

• Approval of 2023 Meeting Schedule
• Contractor Complaint update
• Monthly Numbers report

Committee Meetings

The Audit Committee is meeting to review the Fiscal Year 2021/2022 Audit Results Summary. The body will also consider draft reports for the Clerk of Courts and the Streetlights Fund, and receive a December Internal Audit Update.

• Fiscal Year 2021/2022 Audit Results Summary
• Draft Report: Clerk of Courts
• Draft Report: Streetlights Fund
• December Internal Audit Update

The Audit Committee unanimously approved the minutes from the September 13, 2022 meeting. The committee received a summary of the Fiscal Year 2021/2022 audit results and reviewed draft internal audit reports for the Clerk of Courts and the Streetlights Fund.

• Approved September 13, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will consider several infrastructure contracts, including road resurfacing and park upgrades. The meeting includes discussions on zoning text amendments and specific land-use requests. An executive session is scheduled to discuss property acquisitions and easements for road and sewer projects.

• GDOT Project Delivery Agreement for resurfacing White Oak Rd, Countyline Rd, and Sawdust Rd
• Contract with Quality Plus Services for Autumn Trail Culvert Replacement Project
• Rezoning request for 3981 Mullikin Road from R-1 to S-1 (tabled to Dec 20)
• Conditional Use request for massage services at 108 North Belair Road
• Agreement with Bliss Products and Services, Inc. for Riverside Park shade structures and bleachers

The Board approved several infrastructure contracts, including road resurfacing and culvert replacement. It authorized multiple property payments for the Hardy McManus and Chamblin Road projects and approved a plan revision for independent living apartments. A rezoning request for Mullikin Road was tabled.

• Approved $330,189.20 for Riverside Park shade structures and bleachers
• Approved $248,445.00 for Autumn Trail Culvert Replacement Project
• Approved plan revision for 180 independent living units at 2221 Indigo Hall Drive
• Approved conditional use for massage at 108 North Belair Road
• Approved $609,000 payment to George & Diane Sleister for Chamblin Road project
• Approved various payments totaling $144,600 for Hardy McManus Road widening
• Approved resurfacing of White Oak Rd, Countyline Rd, and Sawdust Rd
• Tabled rezoning of 3981 Mullikin Road to December 20, 2022

Planning Commission

The Columbia County Planning Commission will review several land-use requests, including rezonings and variances. The body will also conduct architectural and sign reviews for specific commercial properties.

• RZ22-12-03: Rezoning 337 +/- acres off Horizon South Parkway from R-A to PUD
• RZ22-12-02: Rezoning 18.59 +/- acres at 6297 Cobbham Road from R-A to S-1
• RZ22-12-01: Conditional Use for Massage at 444 Furys Ferry Road
• RZ22-12-04: Rezoning 0.768 +/- acres at 425 Furys Ferry Road from PDD to P-1
• Preliminary Plat for Clarinbridge, 10.89 acres off Chamblin Road

The Commission approved a conditional use for a massage business and several site-specific rezoning and variance requests. A rezoning request for 6297 Cobbham Road was denied, and a large PUD rezoning off Horizon South Parkway was postponed.

• Approved Sign Review for Piedmont Prompt Care (unanimous)
• Approved Architectural Review for Hutton Self Storage (unanimous)
• Approved Preliminary Plat for Clarinbridge (unanimous)
• Approved Conditional Use for Massage at 444 Furys Ferry Road (unanimous)
• Denied rezoning from R-A to S-1 at 6297 Cobbham Road (2-2)
• Postponed rezoning from R-A to PUD off Horizon South Parkway to Jan 5, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning from PDD to P-1 at 425 Furys Ferry Road with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved variances for 425 Furys Ferry Road and 4155 Wheeler Road with conditions (unanimous)

Community and Emergency Services

The Community and Emergency Services Committee is meeting to discuss new business regarding park improvements and fire services. The body will review a contractor agreement for Riverside Park and receive fire department budget and response reports.

• Independent Contractor Agreement with Bliss Products and Services, Inc. to replace shade structures and bleachers at Riverside Park
• Fire Services Donations
• Fire Response Summary Report
• Fire Response Monthly Report
• Year to Date Budget Report for Fire and Emergency Services

The committee approved forwarding two items to the December 6, 2022 Board of Commissioners consent agenda. These include a contract for park improvements and the acceptance of fire safety donations.

• Approved forwarding $330,189.20 contract with Bliss Products and Services, Inc. for Riverside Park shade structures and bleachers
• Approved forwarding acceptance of $2,000 in monetary donations for Columbia County Fire Rescue fire safety supplies
• Approved October 25, 2022 meeting minutes

Public Works Services

The Public Works and Engineering Services Committee is meeting to discuss several infrastructure projects and utility agreements. The body will consider contracts for road work, culvert replacement, and lighting upgrades.

• Intergovernmental Agreement with the City of Grovetown for sewer line exchange
• Lighting Services Agreement with Georgia Power for BMX Track Lighting Upgrades at Blanchard Woods Park
• Project Delivery Agreement with GDOT for resurfacing White Oak Rd, Countyline Rd, and Sawdust Rd
• Construction Contract with Quality Plus Services for the Autumn Trail Culvert Replacement Project
• Acquisition Services with Colliers Engineering & Design for the Hereford Farm Rd Widening Project

The Public Works and Engineering Services Committee approved forwarding multiple items to the December 6, 2022 Board of Commissioners agenda. These include road resurfacing agreements, a culvert replacement contract, and a sewer line exchange with the City of Grovetown.

• Approved October 25, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Forwarded $1,440/year phone allowance transfer for Water Utility Engineering to Board of Commissioners
• Forwarded sewer line exchange agreement with City of Grovetown to Board of Commissioners
• Forwarded Georgia Power lighting agreement for Blanchard Woods Park BMX track to Board of Commissioners
• Forwarded Resolution 22-32 to add one street light at Summerlin Phase IV to Board of Commissioners
• Forwarded GDOT agreement for resurfacing White Oak Rd, Countyline Rd, and Sawdust Rd to Board of Commissioners
• Forwarded $248,445.00 Autumn Trail Culvert Replacement contract with Quality Plus Services to Board of Commissioners
• Forwarded Colliers Engineering & Design contract for Hereford Farm Rd Widening to Board of Commissioners

Planning Commission

The Columbia County Planning Commission will review several land use requests, including rezoning and conditional use permits. The body will also consider minor waivers and temporary use authorizations for various properties.

• Rezoning from R-1 to S-1 at 3981 Mullikin Road (2.6 +/- acres)
• Conditional Use for Massage at 108 North Belair Road (1.32 +/- acres)
• Variation to Section 90-99 Corridor protection overlay district at 4130 Columbia Road
• Major S-1 Plan Revision at 2221 Indigo Hall Drive (10.5 +/- acres)
• Massage Operator's License for Lisa Anne Kessler dba Evans Therapeutic Massage at 326 Connor Circle

The Commission approved a major plan revision for 2221 Indigo Hall Drive and a rezoning request for 3981 Mullikin Road. It also granted two temporary use authorizations and two massage-related licenses. One variation request for 4130 Columbia Road was postponed.

• Approved Major S-1 Plan Revision at 2221 Indigo Hall Drive with environmental and planning conditions (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning from R-1 to S-1 at 3981 Mullikin Road with sewer connection condition (unanimous)
• Approved Conditional Use for Massage at 108 North Belair Road with a one-suite limit (unanimous)
• Approved Massage Operator's License for Lisa Anne Kessler dba Evans Therapeutic Massage (unanimous)
• Approved Temporary Use Authorization for 4008 Highland Pond Road (unanimous)
• Approved Temporary Use Authorization for 3612 Mistletoe Road (unanimous)
• Postponed variation request for 4130 Columbia Road to December 15, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved November 3, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will discuss several zoning changes, variances, and a text amendment to sign ordinances. The meeting includes decisions on alcoholic beverage licenses and a contract for a fleet services concrete pad. Executive sessions will address employee merit payments and land acquisitions for road projects.

• Rezone 11.35 acres at William Few Parkway from General Industrial to Light Industrial
• Rezoning 7.00 acres at 5520 Hereford Farm Road from Single Family Residential to Special
• Alcoholic Beverage Licenses for Harvard Liquor and The New York Butcher Shoppe
• Construction contract with R.D. Brown Contractors for Fleet Services Concrete Pad Addition
• Land acquisitions and condemnation orders for the Hardy McManus Road widening project

The Board approved a 2.5% merit payment for eligible employees and allocated funds and condemnation orders for the Hardy McManus Road widening project. Several zoning changes, variances, and business licenses were also approved, while one variance request was denied.

• Approved 2.5% one-time merit payment for eligible employees (unanimous)
• Approved $25,400 for right of way/easements for Hardy McManus Road widening (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 22-35 and 22-36 for Hardy McManus Road condemnation (unanimous)
• Approved $197,834 for WebEx local and long distance calling (unanimous)
• Approved $294,204.94 contract with R.D. Brown Contractors for Fleet Services Concrete Pad (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 5520 Hereford Farm Road from R-1 to S-1 for drywall & metal stud company (unanimous)
• Denied variance request for 356 Paces Ferry Road (unanimous)
• Approved $65,450 network assessment by Presidio Network Solutions (unanimous)

Management and Internal Services

The Management and Internal Services Committee is meeting to discuss a service agreement for the Columbia County Foundation for Children and technology upgrades. The body will also review budget reports and personnel savings.

• FY 2023 Service Agreement for Columbia County Foundation for Children
• Authorization for Network Assessment by Presidio Network Solutions
• Implementation of WebEx Calling for County Local and Long-Distance
• FY 23 Personnel Savings report
• Year to Date Budget Report and SPLOST Update

The committee approved forwarding three items to the Board of Commissioners for final action. These include a service agreement for the Columbia County Foundation for Children and two technology contracts with Presidio Network Solutions.

• Approved October 11, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved forwarding FY 2023 service agreement for Columbia County Foundation for Children to Board of Commissioners
• Approved forwarding $65,450 network assessment by Presidio Network Solutions to Board of Commissioners
• Approved forwarding $197,834.00 WebEx calling implementation by Presidio to Board of Commissioners

Development and Engineering Services

The Development and Planning Services Committee is meeting to discuss a construction contract for fleet services and the potential abandonment of a portion of John Deere Parkway. The body will also review alcoholic beverage licenses and easement encroachment agreements.

• Construction Contract with R.D. Brown Contractors for Fleet Services Concrete Pad Addition (Bid 2022038-BID2720)
• Resolution 22-34 to initiate potential abandonment of a portion of John Deere Parkway
• Alcoholic Beverage Licenses for Harvard Liquor, The New York Butcher Shoppe, and Formosas II
• Easement Encroachment Agreement for 1460 Knob Hill Circle
• Easement Encroachment Agreement for 505 Split Pine Trail

The Development and Planning Services Committee approved forwarding several items to the Board of Commissioners for final action. These include a construction contract for a fleet services concrete pad and three alcoholic beverage licenses. The committee also approved forwarding two easement encroachment agreements and a road abandonment resolution.

• Approved forwarding $294,204.94 contract with R.D. Brown Contractors for Fleet Services Concrete Pad Addition
• Approved forwarding Resolution 22-34 to initiate potential abandonment of portion of John Deere Parkway
• Approved forwarding alcoholic beverage license for Veer Sai LLC dba Harvard Liquor
• Approved forwarding alcoholic beverage license for Jacks Good Eats LLC dba The New York Butcher Shoppe
• Approved forwarding alcoholic beverage license for Formosas Asian Restaurant LLC dba Formosas II
• Approved forwarding easement encroachment agreement for Ramon & Angela Lopez (1460 Knob Hill Circle)
• Approved forwarding easement encroachment agreement for Jorge L. Chang (505 Split Pine Trail)
• Approved October 11, 2022 meeting minutes

Board of Commission

The Board of Commission is meeting to receive updates on the budget, projects, ARPA, and broadband. The session includes discussions regarding the hospital, library books, ordinances, and personnel.

• Budget update
• ARPA update
• Broadband update
• Hospital discussion
• Ordinance discussion

The Board received updates on the general fund, SPLOST, GO Bond projects, ARPA funds, and broadband. No substantive votes or final actions were taken during the meeting.

• Entered executive session to discuss personnel (unanimous)
• Adjourned from executive session (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Columbia County Planning Commission is meeting to consider several land-use changes, including rezoning requests and variances. The body will also review a preliminary plat for a 115-lot development and a text amendment regarding signs.

• Preliminary Plat for Whispering Pines Section 6: 115 lots on 56.57 acres off William Few Parkway
• RZ22-11-01: Rezone 7.00 acres at 5520 Hereford Farm Road from R-1 to S-1
• RZ22-10-02: Rezone 11.35 acres at William Few Parkway from M-2 to M-1
• VA22-11-01: Variance for 356 Paces Ferry Road regarding lot and structure requirements
• TA22-11-01: Text Amendment to Chapter 90 Zoning, Section 90-135 Signs

The Commission approved several rezoning and variance requests, including a light industrial rezone and a special district rezone with specific buffer conditions. A variance request for a property on Paces Ferry Road was denied. The board also approved a text amendment regarding zoning signs.

• Approved Massage Operator’s License for Island Wellness Massage LLC (Unanimous)
• Approved Preliminary Plat for Whispering Pines Section 6 (Unanimous)
• Approved Major Plan Revision RZ22-10-03 for 475 Clear Sky Drive (Unanimous)
• Approved rezoning RZ22-10-02 from General Industrial to Light Industrial with traffic conditions (Unanimous)
• Approved variance VA22-10-01 for 243 Farmington Dr. W. with stormwater condition (Unanimous)
• Approved rezoning RZ22-11-01 to Special District for 5520 Hereford Farm Road with fencing and buffer conditions (Unanimous)
• Denied variance VA22-11-01 for 356 Paces Ferry Road (Unanimous)
• Approved Text Amendment TA22-11-01 to Section 90-135 Signs (Unanimous)

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners is meeting to vote on a consent agenda featuring multiple engineering and public works contracts. The body will also discuss a contract for the 2022 NJCAA Division I Women's Soccer Championship and hold an executive session regarding land acquisitions.

• Contract for the 2022 NJCAA Division I Women's Soccer Championship
• Independent Contractor Agreements with Turnipseed Engineers, Infrastructure Systems Management LLC, Keck & Wood, and Bluewater Engineering
• Purchase of a Peterbilt Dump Truck from Peterbilt of Atlanta
• Mutual Aid Agreement between Columbia County, GA and Fort Gordon, GA
• Executive session for land acquisitions including Hardy McManus Road widening and Water Utility Campus expansion

The Board of Commissioners approved several property acquisitions and infrastructure contracts. Key actions included funding for the Water Utility Campus expansion and various road and drainage projects. The board also approved a contract for the 2022 NJCAA Division I Women's Soccer Championship.

• Approved $525,000 to Allen & Cami Nodorft for Water Utility Campus expansion
• Approved $157,100 to Stratford Community Association, Inc for Hardy McManus Road widening
• Approved purchase of Peterbilt dump truck for $133,346.33
• Approved purchase of portable restroom trailer for $59,590
• Approved 2022 NJCAA Division I Women's Soccer Championship contract
• Approved $52,500 agreement with Infrastructure Systems, Management, LLC for water/sewer relocation
• Approved $29,450 agreement with Keck & Wood for SR 104/Washington Road traffic report
• Approved mutual aid agreement with Fort Gordon

Community and Emergency Services

The Community and Emergency Services Committee is meeting to discuss equipment purchases and service contracts. The body will also review a mutual aid agreement with Fort Gordon and fire response reports.

• Purchase of Portable Restroom Trailer from Comforts of Home Services, Inc.
• 2022 NJCAA Division I Women's Soccer Championship Contract
• Mutual Aid Agreement between Columbia County, GA and Fort Gordon, GA
• Animal Services Donations
• Public discussion regarding book placement in the children's section at the Library

The committee approved forwarding several items to the November 1, 2022 Board of Commissioners meeting, including a restroom trailer purchase and a mutual aid agreement. The meeting also included staff reports from Fire Services and public comment regarding library content.

• Approved forwarding purchase of portable restroom trailer from Comforts of Home Services, Inc. for $59,590 to Board consent agenda
• Approved forwarding acceptance of $250 donation to Columbia County Animal Services to Board consent agenda
• Approved forwarding 2022 NJCAA Division I Women's Soccer Championship contract to Board debate agenda
• Approved forwarding mutual aid agreement between Columbia County, GA and Fort Gordon, GA to Board consent agenda
• Approved September 27, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Public Works Services

The Public Works and Engineering Services Committee will discuss several independent contractor agreements and project change orders. The body will also review a budget report and construction project updates for the Water Utility.

• Contract with Turnipseed Engineers for Crawford Creek Generators & Reuse System
• Contract with Infrastructure Systems, Management, LLC for Horizon South & Hardy McManus Road Water/Sewer Relocation
• Contract with Keck & Wood for SR 104/Washington Road traffic engineering report
• Purchase of a Peterbilt Dump Truck from Peterbilt of Atlanta
• Contract with Bluewater Engineering for Waltons Pass Drainage System Improvements

The Public Works and Engineering Services Committee approved forwarding several contractor agreements, a vehicle purchase, and change orders to the November 1, 2022 Board of Commissioners consent agenda. The committee also approved the minutes from the September 27, 2022 meeting.

• Approved September 27, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Forwarded $29,633 Turnipseed Engineers agreement for Crawford Creek project
• Forwarded -$289,300.59 change order for Woodbridge Pump Station (L&L Utilities, Inc.)
• Forwarded $52,500 Infrastructure Systems, Management, LLC agreement for water/sewer relocation
• Forwarded $29,450 Keck & Wood agreement for SR 104/Washington Road traffic report
• Forwarded $133,346.33 purchase of Peterbilt dump truck from Peterbilt of Atlanta
• Forwarded $19,975 Bluewater Engineering agreement for Waltons Pass drainage improvements
• Forwarded $140,456.57 change order for Savannah Rapids Pavilion parking lot (Reeves Construction Company)

Planning Commission

The Columbia County Planning Commission will discuss an appeal regarding district boundaries and signs, as well as a final plat for a residential agricultural project. The body will also receive information on two minor waivers.

• Appeal AP22-10-01 regarding district boundaries and signs at Club Car Drive and Washington Road
• Final Plat for White Oak Road Group, LLC involving 53.26 +/- acres and 6 lots (R-A zoning)
• Minor Waiver MW22-10-01 for 0.19 +/- acres at 2311 Laurens Street
• Minor Waiver MW22-10-02 for 0.23 +/- acres at 2351 Laurens Street

The Columbia County Planning Commission approved a final plat for a 6-lot residential subdivision on 53.26 acres off Pine Ridge and White Oak Roads. A zoning appeal was postponed to January 2023. Two minor waivers on Laurens Street were presented as information only.

• Approved final plat for White Oak Road Group, LLC (6 lots, R-A zoning) (3-0)
• Postponed appeal AP22-10-01 on district boundaries and signs to January 5, 2023 (3-0)
• Approved October 6, 2022 meeting minutes (2-0, one abstention)
• Approved meeting agenda (3-0)

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will vote on a consent agenda including inmate medical services and security camera purchases. The debate agenda features two zoning requests, and an executive session is scheduled to discuss land acquisitions for road projects.

• Major PUD Revision for 56.52 +/- acres at 0 Georgia Pine trail (RZ22-10-01)
• Ancillary Dwelling request for 3.04 +/- acres at 6440 Washington Road
• Contract with CorrectHealth for Inmate Medical Services
• Right of way/easements for Hardy McManus Road and Horizon South Parkway widening projects
• Purchase of security and traffic cameras from ASAP Security Services

The Board of Commissioners approved a consent agenda including a $869,236.33 contract with CorrectHealth for inmate medical services, purchases of UPS systems, security cameras, and a courtroom audio-visual solution, plus several other items. They also approved a major PUD revision for a property on Georgia Pine Trail, an ancillary dwelling exceeding 1,800 sq ft on Washington Road, and right-of-way acquisitions for road widening projects. All votes were unanimous except one abstention.

• Approved $869,236.33 contract with CorrectHealth for inmate medical services (unanimous)
• Approved $332,701 agreement with Conference Technologies for Justice Center audio-visual solution (unanimous)
• Approved $302,359.73 purchase of security and traffic cameras from ASAP Security Services (unanimous)
• Approved major PUD revision for 56.52 acres at 0 Georgia Pine Trail with buffer conditions (unanimous)
• Approved ancillary dwelling exceeding 1,800 sq ft at 6440 Washington Road (4-0, Skinner abstained)
• Approved $22,000 to $36,700 right-of-way payments for Hardy McManus Road widening (unanimous)
• Approved $5,900 and $119,100 right-of-way payments for Horizon South Parkway widening (unanimous)
• Approved purchase agreement with Charles and Hannelore Garner for parcels 082E015 and 082E015A (unanimous)

Management and Internal Services

The Management and Internal Services Committee is reviewing several service agreements and equipment purchases. The body will discuss contracts for inmate medical services and social service providers, as well as technology upgrades for the Justice Center.

• Contract with CorrectHealth for Inmate Medical Services
• Service Agreements with Concerned Women, Inc. and I Care4, Inc.
• Justice Center Courtroom Audio-Visual Solution with Conference Technologies, Inc.
• Purchase of Security and Traffic Cameras from ASAP Security Services
• Purchase of two Easton 16kVA 1 Phase UPS Systems

The Management and Internal Services Committee approved forwarding several items to the October 18 Board of Commissioners Consent Agenda, including a $869,236.33 contract with CorrectHealth for inmate medical services, a $332,701 Justice Center audio-visual system, and $302,359.73 in security cameras. All votes were unanimous. The committee also recognized a GMIS International G2C award for the 'Christmas in Columbia County' citizen portal.

• Approved forwarding $869,236.33 inmate medical contract with CorrectHealth to consent agenda
• Approved forwarding $332,701 Justice Center audio-visual agreement with Conference Technologies, Inc.
• Approved forwarding $302,359.73 security and traffic camera purchase from ASAP Security Services
• Approved forwarding $60,740 purchase of two Easton UPS systems from United Power & Battery
• Approved forwarding GDOT FY2024 5311 Rural Transportation Program application with $25,000 local match
• Approved forwarding Domestic Violence Awareness Month proclamation to consent agenda
• Approved forwarding service agreements with Concerned Women, Inc. and I Care4, Inc.
• Approved forwarding December 2022 committee meetings to be held on December 13, 2022

Development and Engineering Services

The Development and Planning Services Committee is meeting to discuss new business and review departmental reports. The agenda includes a request regarding an ancillary dwelling and a proclamation for Community Planning Month.

• Ancillary Dwelling request for 6440 Washington Road (Tax Map 024 Parcel 061C), 3.04 +/- acres, zoned R-A
• Community Planning Month Proclamation
• September 2022 Planning Department and August 2022 Plan Review workload reports
• Development Services Division Monthly and Financial Reports
• Temporary Event Alcohol Permits

The Development and Planning Services Committee approved forwarding a proclamation declaring October as Community Planning Month to the Board of Commissioners' consent agenda. It also approved forwarding a request to exceed 1,800 square feet for an ancillary dwelling at 6440 Washington Road to the debate agenda. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was largely procedural.

• Approved forwarding Community Planning Month proclamation to Board consent agenda
• Approved forwarding ancillary dwelling size-exceed request (6440 Washington Road) to Board debate agenda
• Approved minutes of September 13, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Columbia County Planning Commission will consider several land use requests, including a major PUD revision and a conceptual plan for 115 lots. The body will also discuss a text amendment regarding sign regulations and a temporary use authorization.

• Major PUD Revision (RZ22-10-01) for 56.52 +/- acres at 0 Georgia Pine Trail
• Conceptual Plan for Whispering Pines Phase VI (115 lots) off 0 Georgia Pine Trail
• Initiation of Text Amendment of Section 90-135 Signs
• Final Plat for Hanover Place (30 lots) off Evans to Locks Road
• Temporary Use Authorization for 4.63 +/- acres at 7003 Moontown Road

The Columbia County Planning Commission approved a temporary use authorization at 7003 Moontown Road, a preliminary plat for Four Oaks Phase III (21 lots off Hereford Farm Road), a final plat for Hanover Place (30 lots off Evans to Locks Road), and a major PUD revision for 56.52 acres at 0 Georgia Pine Trail. The commission also approved a conceptual plan for Whispering Pines Phase VI (115 lots) and initiated a text amendment to Section 90-135 (Signs). An appeal regarding district boundaries and signs at Club Car Drive and Washington Road was postponed to October 20, 2022.

• Approved Temporary Use Authorization for 4.63 acres at 7003 Moontown Road (R-A zoned) — motion carried 4-0.
• Approved Preliminary Plat for Four Oaks Phase III, 21 lots on 13.4 acres off Hereford Farm Road (R-2 zoned) — motion carried 4-0.
• Approved Final Plat for Hanover Place, 30 lots on 7.15 acres off Evans to Locks Road (PRD zoned) — motion carried 4-0.
• Approved with conditions Major PUD Revision RZ22-10-01 for 56.52 acres at 0 Georgia Pine Trail (PUD zoned) — motion carried 4-0.
• Postponed to October 20, 2022, Appeal AP22-10-01 regarding district boundaries and signs at Club Car Drive and Washington Road — motion carried 4-0.
• Approved Conceptual Plan for Whispering Pines Phase VI, 115 lots on 54.40 acres off 0 Georgia Pine Trail (PUD zoned) — motion carried 4-0.
• Approved Initiation of Text Amendment of Section 90-135 (Signs) — motion carried 4-0.
• Approved minutes of September 15, 2022, and the October 6, 2022 agenda — both carried unanimously.

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will discuss temporarily halting new billboard permits on unzoned property and a rezoning request for 102.8 acres off Harlem Grovetown Road. The meeting also includes votes on healthcare contracts and various public works equipment purchases.

• Resolution Number 22-31 to temporarily halt new billboard permits within unzoned property
• Rezoning of 102.8 +/- acres off Harlem Grovetown Road from R-A to R-1A
• Contract renewal with Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield and a proposal from United HealthCare Services, Inc.
• Contract to Blair Construction, Inc. for the Ronald Reagan Sewer Line Project
• Purchase of multiple vehicles and equipment from Peterbilt of Atlanta and Yancey Bros.

The Board voted 4-1 to revoke the alcohol license of Stay Social Tap & Table, LLC for failing to meet the 50% food-sales requirement. It also voted unanimously not to renew Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield and to accept a proposal from United HealthCare Services, Inc. for county employee health insurance. A rezoning of 102.8 acres off Harlem Grovetown Road from R-A to R-1A was approved 4-1 with conditions including public water/sewer and sidewalks.

• Revoked alcohol license for Stay Social Tap & Table, LLC (4-1)
• Approved rezoning of 102.8 acres off Harlem Grovetown Road to R-1A (4-1)
• Voted not to renew Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield contract (unanimous)
• Accepted United HealthCare Services, Inc. proposal for health insurance (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 22-31 halting new billboard permits in unzoned property (unanimous)
• Approved $329,940 sewer line contract with Blair Construction (consent agenda)
• Approved $115,916 traffic signal improvements agreement with Keck & Wood (consent agenda)
• Approved $12,207 for easements for Wynngate Sewer project (unanimous)

Community and Emergency Services

The Community and Emergency Services Committee is meeting to discuss community service agreements and receive fire department reports. The agenda includes a presentation regarding the placement of books in county libraries.

• Presentation by Priscilla Bence concerning the placement of books in County libraries
• Service Agreement with the City of Harlem Oliver Hardy Festival
• The Family Y Steiner Branch Lease Agreement
• Animal Services Donations
• Fire Response Summary, Monthly, and Year to Date Budget Reports

The Community and Emergency Services Committee approved forwarding three items to the Board of Commissioners consent agenda: acceptance of $600 in donations to Animal Services, a service agreement with the City of Harlem for the Oliver Hardy Festival, and a lease agreement with The Family Y for the Steiner Branch. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting also included introductions and a presentation of fire response reports.

• Approved forwarding $500 from Deborah Rabe and $100 from K&S Alterations to Animal Services for shelter and spay/neuter to the Board of Commissioners consent agenda
• Approved forwarding the service agreement with the City of Harlem for the Oliver Hardy Festival to the Board of Commissioners consent agenda
• Approved forwarding the lease agreement with The Family Y for the Steiner Branch to the Board of Commissioners consent agenda

Public Works Services

The Public Works and Engineering Services Committee is meeting to discuss water utility contracts and engineering proposals. The body will review several vehicle and equipment purchases and the acceptance of infrastructure improvements for four LLCs.

• Contract award to Blair Construction, Inc. for the Ronald Reagan Sewer Line Project
• Engineering services proposal with Keck & Wood for Washington Rd. Corridor Improvements
• Agreement with Alfred Benesch & Company for I-20 Gateway Signage and Landscaping Project
• Purchase of pumper truck, dump trucks, and cab & chassis from Peterbilt of Atlanta
• Acceptance of improvements for Hanover Place, LLC, APS Tanner Court Investments, LLC, Edmondson Moncrief, LLC, and Grand Oak River Island, LLC

The Public Works and Engineering Services Committee approved forwarding multiple items to the October 4 Board of Commissioners consent agenda, including a $329,940 sewer line contract with Blair Construction, vehicle purchases totaling over $1 million, and several infrastructure agreements. The committee also approved a Stormwater Awareness Week proclamation and a flood hazard mitigation progress report. All decisions were recommendations to the full board, not final approvals.

• Approved forwarding $329,940 sewer line contract with Blair Construction to full board
• Approved forwarding $95,208.75 maintenance agreement with Yancey Power Systems
• Approved forwarding purchase of two Peterbilt cab & chassis ($234,920) and a pumper truck ($209,999.72)
• Approved forwarding purchase of a single axle CDL dump truck ($133,346.33) and a compact track loader ($164,936)
• Approved forwarding purchase of two replacement dump trucks ($264,926)
• Approved forwarding $115,916.13 traffic signal agreement with Keck & Wood for Washington Road corridor
• Approved forwarding rejection of RFQ for The Pass sidewalk extension
• Approved forwarding $68,750 agreement with Alfred Benesch & Company for I-20 Gateway Signage

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will vote on several rezoning and variance requests, including a planned residential development. The meeting also includes approvals for vehicle purchases and infrastructure projects, such as the Range Road Culvert Replacement.

• RZ22-07-04: Rezone 107.94 +/- acres at Clanton Road and Old Pearre Place from R-A to PRD
• RZ22-08-02: Major S-1 revision for 26.7+/- acres at 2540 William Few Parkway
• Range Road Culvert Replacement Project contracts with Fort Gordon and Blair Construction, Inc.
• Purchase of vehicles for the Sheriff's Office, Extension Services, Parks and Recreation, and Facility Maintenance
• Executive session regarding land acquisitions and condemnation for Hardy McManus Road widening

The Board approved a rezoning of 107.94 acres at Clanton Road and Old Pearre Place from Residential Agricultural to Planned Residential Development, with conditions including a traffic study and road improvements. The vote was 3-2, with Vice Chairman Richardson and Commissioner Melear opposed. The Board also approved a major S-1 revision for a church at 2540 William Few Parkway, three variances, and several consent agenda items including vehicle purchases and a $1.03 million broadband disaster recovery equipment purchase.

• Approved RZ22-07-04 rezoning 107.94 acres at Clanton Road to PRD (3-2)
• Approved RZ22-08-02 major S-1 revision for church at 2540 William Few Parkway (unanimous)
• Approved VA22-09-01 variance at 6244 Winfield Circle (unanimous)
• Approved VA22-09-02 variance at 376 Westmont Drive (unanimous)
• Approved VA22-09-03 variance and easement encroachment at 163 Creekview Circle (unanimous)
• Approved $1,032,802.26 for broadband disaster recovery equipment from Presidio (consent)
• Approved $548,627.91 for 11 Dodge Durangos and 3 Dodge Chargers for Sheriff's Office (consent)
• Approved three condemnation resolutions for Hardy McManus Road widening (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Columbia County Planning Commission will review a rezoning request and conceptual plan for a 70-lot development. The body will also consider a massage operator's license and a provisional home occupation permit.

• RZ22-09-02: Rezoning 102.8 +/- acres off Harlem Grovetown Road from R-A to R-1A
• Conceptual Plan-Marshall Mills: 70 lots on 102.8 +/- acres off Harlem Grovetown Road
• Massage Operator's License: Integrity Health, LLC dba Wholistic Health Center at 537 Blackburn Drive
• Provisional Home Occupation: JHall Backhoe & Transport Services at 5788 Lanatte Lane
• AP22-09-01: Appeal regarding nonconforming uses at 208 Flowing Wells Rd

The Planning Commission voted unanimously to deny an appeal for nonconforming use at 208 Flowing Wells Rd and approved a rezoning of 102.8 acres off Harlem Grovetown Road from R-A to R-1A with amended conditions. They also approved a massage operator's license and a provisional home occupation, both unanimously.

• Denied AP22-09-01 appeal for nonconforming use at 208 Flowing Wells Rd (unanimous)
• Approved RZ22-09-02 rezoning of 102.8 acres off Harlem Grovetown Rd from R-A to R-1A with amended conditions (unanimous)
• Approved massage operator's license for Integrity Health LLC dba Wholistic Health Center at 537 Blackburn Dr (unanimous)
• Approved provisional home occupation for JHall Backhoe & Transport Services at 5788 Lanatte Lane (unanimous)

Management and Internal Services

The Management and Internal Services Committee is meeting to discuss a service agreement with Columbia County Cares and several vehicle acquisitions. The body will also consider IT equipment and services for disaster recovery sites and a memorandum of understanding with Augusta University / Georgia Cyber Center.

• Service Agreement with Columbia County Cares
• Purchase of vehicles for Sheriff's Office, Extension Services, Parks and Recreation, and Facility Maintenance
• Equipment and services from Mainline and Presidio for IT and Broadband Disaster Recovery Sites
• Memorandum of Understanding with Augusta University / Georgia Cyber Center
• Rejection of Bid # 2022031-BID1414 for County Trucks Fleet REBID

The Management and Internal Services Committee voted unanimously to forward nine items to the September 20 Board of Commissioners Consent Agenda. Items include a service agreement with Columbia County Cares, acceptance of a $6,000 workers' compensation safety grant, rejection of a county truck fleet bid, and purchases of vehicles for Extension Services, Sheriff's Office, Parks and Recreation, and Facility Maintenance. Also forwarded were a memorandum of understanding with Augusta University/Georgia Cyber Center, equipment for IT and broadband disaster recovery sites, and a $1,032,802.26 purchase for the Broadband Disaster Recovery Site. No items were debated or voted down.

• Approved forwarding service agreement with Columbia County Cares to full Board (unanimous)
• Approved forwarding $6,000 ACCG workers' compensation safety grant to full Board (unanimous)
• Approved forwarding rejection of Bid#2022031-BID1414 county truck fleet rebid to full Board (unanimous)
• Approved forwarding purchase of 2023 Ford F-250 for UGA Extension Services ($53,760) to full Board (unanimous)
• Approved forwarding purchase of 11 Dodge Durangos and 3 Dodge Chargers for Sheriff's Office ($548,627.91) to full Board (unanimous)
• Approved forwarding purchase of 2023 Ford Transit van for Parks and Recreation ($51,369) to full Board (unanimous)
• Approved forwarding purchase of Transit Connect cargo van for Facility Maintenance ($31,511) to full Board (unanimous)
• Approved forwarding purchase of equipment and services for Broadband Disaster Recovery Site ($1,032,802.26) to full Board (unanimous)

Development and Engineering Services

The Development and Planning Services Committee is meeting to discuss infrastructure contracts and business requests. The body will consider agreements for culvert replacement and facility renovations, as well as alcohol license applications.

• IGSA Task Order and contract with Blair Construction, Inc. for Range Road Culvert Replacement at Ft. Gordon
• Independent contract with Continental Construction for Animal Services Facility Renovations
• Variance request from Riverwood Spirits LLC at 5118 Washington Road
• Alcoholic Beverage License for JK In Evans LLC (Chef JK Korean BBQ Master) and Laxmi II LLC (Gas World 11)
• Dissolution of Adopt a Mile Program

The Development and Planning Services Committee approved forwarding 10 items to the Board of Commissioners' consent agenda for September 20 or October 4, 2022. Items include a culvert replacement project with Fort Gordon, a contract with Blair Construction, an alarm monitoring contract amendment, dissolution of the Adopt a Mile Program, a change order for the Sheriff's Office building, a shade structure purchase for Animal Services, an Animal Services facility renovation contract, a liquor license variance for Riverwood Spirits, and alcohol licenses for Chef JK Korean BBQ Master and Gas World 11. The committee also approved the minutes of the August 9, 2022 meeting.

• Approved forwarding IGSA Task Order with Fort Gordon for Range Road culvert replacement to the Board of Commissioners consent agenda.
• Approved forwarding Independent Contractor Agreement with Blair Construction, Inc. for Range Road culvert replacement to the Board of Commissioners consent agenda.
• Approved forwarding Amendment Number 1 to the contract with A-Com Security Company, LLP. for fire and burglary alarm monitoring to the Board of Commissioners consent agenda.
• Approved forwarding dissolution of the Adopt a Mile Program to the Board of Commissioners consent agenda.
• Approved forwarding Change Order Number 01 with S.D. Clifton for the CCSO Administration Building ($176,300) to the Board of Commissioners consent agenda.
• Approved forwarding purchase of a shade structure from Bliss Products for Animal Services ($22,679.50) to the Board of Commissioners consent agenda.
• Approved forwarding Independent Contract with Continental Construction for Animal Services Facility Renovations (not to exceed $70,000) to the Board of Commissioners consent agenda.
• Approved forwarding variance request to Section 6-56 Expiration from Riverwood Spirits LLC. at 5118 Washington Road to the Board of Commissioners consent agenda.

Committee Meetings

The Audit Committee is meeting to discuss draft reports regarding Information Technology and the Procurement Department. The committee will also receive a September Internal Audit Update.

• Draft report on Information Technology
• Draft report on Procurement Department
• September Internal Audit Update

The Columbia County Audit Committee met on September 13, 2022, and received draft internal audit reports for the Information Technology and Procurement departments from Serotta Maddocks Evans & Company. No votes or decisions were taken on the reports; the meeting was informational only. The committee also heard an update on audits underway for the Clerk of Court, Street Light Fund, and Broadband Utility.

• Approved minutes from June 14, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Received IT Department internal audit draft report — no action taken
• Received Procurement Department internal audit draft report — no action taken
• Noted internal audits started or due for Clerk of Court, Street Light Fund, Broadband Utility

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will consider several rezoning and variance requests, including a light industrial to residential change on Baker Place Road. The meeting also includes votes on infrastructure contracts and a first reading of an ordinance regarding real property appraisal waivers.

• Rezoning of 24.14 acres on Baker Place Road from M-1 (Light Industrial) to PRD (Planned Residential Development)
• Construction contract with Reeves Construction Company for White Oak Business Park Road Extension, Ph 2
• Construction contract with Reeves Construction Company for William Few Parkway Rehabilitation, Phase II
• Construction contract with Blair Construction Inc. for Wood Creek Ln Stormwater Emergency Repair Project
• First reading of Ordinance Number 22-05 regarding waiver of appraisal requirements for low fair market value real property

The Board of Commissioners approved a $5.76 million contract for the White Oak Business Park Road extension phase two and a rezoning of 24 acres on Baker Place Road from light industrial to planned residential development. They also approved a $2.02 million contract for William Few Parkway rehabilitation phase two, a $498,500 purchase of a Hi-Vac X-8, and a $290,706 stormwater emergency repair contract. Several zoning variances and conditional uses were approved, while a sign variance at 3864 Washington Road was denied.

• Approved $5,755,884.75 contract to Reeves Construction for White Oak Business Park Road extension phase two (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 24.14 acres on Baker Place Road from M-1 to PRD (4-1)
• Approved $2,023,575 contract to Reeves Construction for William Few Parkway rehabilitation phase two (unanimous)
• Approved $498,500 purchase of Hi-Vac X-8 from P&H Supply Co. (unanimous)
• Approved $290,706 contract to Blair Construction for Wood Creek Lane stormwater emergency repair (unanimous)
• Approved conditional use for massage at 535 Blackburn Drive (unanimous)
• Denied variance to sign regulations at 3864 Washington Road (unanimous)
• Approved $6,000 to Chris & Jessica Valley for right of way for Hardy McManus Road widening (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Columbia County Planning Commission will consider several rezoning requests and variances. The meeting includes a public hearing for an appeal regarding nonconforming land use and three separate variance requests for lot and structure requirements.

• RZ22-07-04: Rezone 107.94 +/- acres at Clanton Road and Old Pearre Place from R-A to PRD
• RZ22-08-02: Major S-1 Revision for 26.7+/- acres at 2540 William Few Parkway
• Final Plat for Jackson Heights Phase II (65 Lots) off Old Belair Lane
• Appeal AP22-09-01 regarding nonconforming uses at 206 Flowing Wells Rd
• Variances for 6244 Winfield Circle, 376 Westmont Drive, and 163 Creekview Circle

The Columbia County Planning Commission approved a rezoning of 107.94 acres at Clanton Road and Old Pearre Place from R-A to PRD for a 165-lot development, with conditions including a 50-foot buffer and traffic improvements. They also approved a major S-1 revision for 26.7 acres at 2540 William Few Parkway, a temporary use authorization, a final plat for Jackson Heights Phase II, and three variances. An appeal regarding nonconforming use at 206 Flowing Wells Rd was postponed to September 15.

• Approved RZ22-07-04 rezoning to PRD for 165 lots (4-1)
• Approved RZ22-08-02 Major S-1 Revision at 2540 William Few Pkwy (unanimous)
• Approved Temporary Use Authorization at 334 Leitner Mill Rd (unanimous)
• Approved Final Plat for Jackson Heights Phase II, 65 lots (unanimous)
• Postponed AP22-09-01 appeal to Sept 15 (unanimous)
• Approved VA22-09-01 variance at 6244 Winfield Circle (unanimous)
• Approved VA22-09-02 variance at 376 Westmont Drive (unanimous)
• Approved VA22-09-03 variance at 163 Creekview Circle with conditions (unanimous)

General

The Columbia County Construction Board will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and receive a year-to-date report on permits and inspections. The board will also receive an update regarding a contractor complaint.

• Approval of June 7, 2022 meeting minutes
• Update on Contractor Complaint
• YTD Permits & Inspections report

Community and Emergency Services

The Community and Emergency Services Committee will meet to discuss several service items and review fire department reports. The body will consider donations for animal services and agreements related to a fire rescue boot drive.

• Presentation by Angela Bakos regarding Resourced Network, Inc.
• Animal Services Donations
• Gateway Park Playground Repair
• 2022 Columbia County Fire Rescue Boot Drive Donation Service Agreements with the Burn Foundation and Columbia County Community Connections
• Fire Response and Year to Date Budget Reports

The committee approved forwarding several items to the Board of Commissioners consent agenda, including $25,100 in donations to Animal Services and $37,348.14 for Gateway Park playground repairs. It also approved forwarding two fire rescue boot drive service agreements totaling $64,309.64. No substantive decisions were made; all actions were recommendations to the full board.

• Approved forwarding $25,000 donation from Elizabeth Halter and $100 from Kerry Goodwin to Animal Services to full board consent agenda
• Approved forwarding $37,348.14 for Gateway Park playground replacement equipment to full board consent agenda
• Approved forwarding two $32,154.82 service agreements with Burn Foundation and Columbia County Community Connections from boot drive proceeds to full board consent agenda
• Approved minutes of July 26, 2022 meeting unanimously

Public Works Services

The Public Works and Engineering Services Committee is meeting to discuss several construction contracts and equipment purchases. The body will review items related to the Water Utility and Engineering Services before presenting them to the Board of Commissioners.

• Construction contract with Blair Construction Inc. for Wood Creek Ln Stormwater Emergency Repair Project
• Construction contract with Reeves Construction Company for White Oak Business Park Road Extension, Ph 2
• Construction contract with Reeves Construction Company for William Few Parkway Rehabilitation, Phase II
• Purchase of a Bobcat Compact Track Loader and attachments for Stormwater Utility
• Revision of Ordinance Number 22-05 regarding appraisal waivers for low fair market value real property

The Public Works and Engineering Services Committee approved forwarding multiple items to the September 6, 2022 Board of Commissioners consent agenda, including a $5.8 million contract for the White Oak Business Park Road extension phase two, a $2 million contract for William Few Parkway rehabilitation phase two, and a $290,706 stormwater emergency repair contract. The committee also approved forwarding a first reading of an ordinance revising appraisal requirements for low-value property to the debate agenda. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved forwarding $5,755,884.75 contract to Reeves Construction for White Oak Business Park Road extension phase two to consent agenda
• Approved forwarding $2,023,575 contract to Reeves Construction for William Few Parkway rehabilitation phase II to consent agenda
• Approved forwarding $290,706 contract to Blair Construction for Wood Creek Lane stormwater emergency repair to consent agenda
• Approved forwarding $498,500 purchase of Hi-Vac X-8 from P&H Supply Co. to consent agenda
• Approved forwarding $143,683.42 purchase of Bobcat compact track loader for Stormwater Utility to consent agenda
• Approved forwarding $11,476 service contract with Trojan Technologies for wastewater UV equipment to consent agenda
• Approved forwarding first reading of Ordinance 22-05 (appraisal waiver for low-value property) to debate agenda
• Approved forwarding abandonment of drainage easement in River Island Section 3 to consent agenda

Planning Commission

The Columbia County Planning Commission is meeting to discuss several land-use requests, including rezonings and variances. The body will hold public hearings on specific property modifications and zoning changes across the county.

• RZ22-07-04: Rezone 107.94 +/- acres at Clanton Road and Old Pearre Place from R-A to PRD
• RZ22-08-04: Conditional Use for Massage at 535 Blackburn Drive
• RZ22-08-05: Rezone 10.17 +/- acres at 5560 Burks Mountain Road from R-A to S-1
• RZ22-08-06: Rezone 24.14 +/- acres at Baker Place Road from M-1 to PRD
• VA22-08-03: Variance for signs at 3864 Washington Road

The Columbia County Planning Commission approved several rezoning, conditional use, and variance requests, including a major PUD revision for a deck and fence, a conditional use for massage therapy, a rezoning to S-1, and a variance for a pool. One rezoning request for a residential development on Baker Place Road failed in a 2-2 vote. A rezoning on Clanton Road was postponed to September 1, 2022.

• Postponed RZ22-07-04 (rezoning to PRD) to September 1, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved RZ22-08-03 (Major PUD Revision for deck/fence) with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved RZ22-08-04 (Conditional Use for Massage) with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved RZ22-08-05 (Rezoning to S-1) with conditions (unanimous)
• Denied RZ22-08-06 (Rezoning to PRD) (2-2 vote)
• Approved RZ22-08-07 (Major Plan Revision for daycare) (unanimous)
• Approved VA22-08-02 (Variance) (4-0)
• Denied VA22-08-03 (Sign variance) (unanimous)

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will vote on a consent agenda featuring various service agreements and IT contracts. The debate agenda includes a rezoning request for Gordon Highway and a variance for Wrightsboro Road. The board will also discuss an intergovernmental agreement for LOST distributions with Grovetown and Harlem.

• Rezoning of 17.67 +/- acres at 3448 Gordon Highway from R-A to S-1
• Variance request for 4311 Wrightsboro Road
• Major PUD Revision for 925 Ronald Reagan Drive and North Belair Road
• Riverside Boat Ramp Replacement bid #2022026-BID2720
• Right of way and easements for the Hardy McManus Road Widening Project

Management and Internal Services

The Management and Internal Services Committee is meeting to discuss service agreements and technology expenditures. The body will consider various software licenses, disaster recovery equipment, and road renaming.

• FY23 Service Agreements with CSRA Alliance for Fort Gordon and FireKFiveK
• Intergovernmental Agreement for LOST Distributions with the Cities of Grovetown and Harlem
• Annual payments for Microsoft Enterprise Agreement and iasWorld Software
• Renaming a private road from White Oak Way to Seven Branches Road
• Purchase of a Disaster Recovery Cisco Firewall and equipment from Presidio

The Management and Internal Services Committee approved forwarding 14 items to the August 16, 2022 Board of Commissioners agenda, including service agreements, software payments, road renaming, and technology purchases. All motions were unanimous. No final decisions were made; the committee serves a recommending role.

• Approved forwarding FY23 Service Agreement with CSRA Alliance for Fort Gordon to Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding FY23 Service Agreement with FireKFiveK to Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding 2022 ACCG GSIWCF Safety Incentive Discount form to Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding Intergovernmental Agreement for LOST Distributions with Grovetown and Harlem to Debate Agenda
• Approved forwarding 2022-2023 Microsoft Enterprise Agreement annual payment of $284,910.28 to Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding 2022-2023 iasWorld Software annual support and license payment of $162,595 to Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding renaming private road from White Oak Way to Seven Branches Road to Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding purchase of disaster recovery equipment from Presidio totaling $307,890.89 to Consent Agenda

Development and Engineering Services

The Development and Planning Services Committee is meeting to discuss infrastructure bids and land agreements. The body will review a boat ramp replacement and the rejection of a prefabricated data center bid.

• Bid #2022026-BID2720 Riverside Boat Ramp Replacement
• Rejection of Bid# 2022027-BID2720 for the Prefabricated Data Center
• Alcoholic Beverage License for 4052 Jimmie Dyess Inc dba Super Express 12
• Encroachment Agreement for BEC Custom Homes and Development, Inc. at 1588 River Island Parkway

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider several final plats for residential developments and a provisional home occupation. The body will also hold public hearings regarding a variance and two major zoning revisions.

• Final Plat for River Oaks Phase 2 (44 lots) off Hardy McManus Rd
• Final Plat for River Island Section 2 Phase 3 (61 lots) off Blackstone Camp Road
• Provisional Home Occupation for Elduets Farm at 6952 Moontown Drive East
• Variance VA22-08-01 for 4311 Wrightsboro Road
• Major PUD and S-1 zoning revisions for 925 Ronald Reagan Drive and 2540 William Few Parkway

The Columbia County Planning Commission approved a temporary use authorization, two final plats, two variances, and a major PUD revision, all unanimously. A provisional home occupation was disapproved, and a major S-1 revision was postponed to September 1st, 2022. The minutes are draft and not yet official.

• Approved Temporary Use Authorization for 8025 Lakeside Drive (unanimous)
• Approved Final Plat for River Oaks Phase 2, 44 lots off Hardy McManus Rd (unanimous)
• Approved Final Plat for River Island Section 2 Phase 3, 61 lots off Blackstone Camp Road (unanimous)
• Disapproved Provisional Home Occupation for Elduets Farm at 6952 Moontown Drive East (unanimous)
• Approved Variance VA22-08-01 at 4311 Wrightsboro Road with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved Major PUD Revision RZ22-08-01 at 925 Ronald Reagan Drive with conditions (unanimous)
• Postponed Major S-1 Revision RZ22-08-02 at 2540 William Few Parkway to September 1, 2022 (unanimous)

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will consider a resolution to set the 2022 millage rate for property taxes. The meeting also includes votes on several public works contracts and a rezoning request off Furys Ferry Road.

• Resolution 22-24 to establish the 2022 millage rate for ad valorem taxes
• RZ22-07-06: Rezoning 2.95 acres off Furys Ferry Road from R-2 to C-C
• Contract with Georgia DOT for right of way in the Hereford Farm Road Widening project
• Purchase of Jim Blanchard WTP Main Switchgear Upgrades from Yancey Power Systems
• Reconsideration of action taken on July 19, 2022, regarding RZ22-06-04

The board voted 3-2 to reconsider and approve a conditional use for a single needle tattoo parlor at Tax Map 079 Parcel 098D, limited to Suites 8 & 9. They also approved the 2022 millage rate, postponed a rezoning request, and approved numerous contracts and easements.

• Approved Resolution 22-24 establishing 2022 millage rate (unanimous)
• Approved conditional use for single needle tattoo at Tax Map 079 Parcel 098D, Suites 8 & 9 only (3-2)
• Postponed RZ22-07-05 rezoning at 3448 Gordon Highway to Aug 16, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved withdrawal of RZ22-07-06 rezoning off Furys Ferry Road (unanimous)
• Approved $569,022.45 bid to Utilicom for Sheriff's Office Real Time Crime Center (consent)
• Approved $15,390,000 GDOT contract for Hereford Farm Road widening right of way (consent)
• Approved $40,000 contract with Tanko Lighting for streetlight procedure update services (unanimous)
• Approved right-of-way/easement payments totaling $62,000 for Hardy McManus Road widening (unanimous)

Community and Emergency Services

The Community and Emergency Services Committee is meeting to review new business and staff reports. The agenda includes a discussion regarding a CJCC MAT Grant for Drug Court.

• CJCC MAT Grant for Drug Court
• 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 the Criminal Justice Coordinating Council BJA Adult Drug Court Grant Q19-08-027 for drug court to the August 2, 2022 Board of Commissioners consent agenda. The committee also approved the minutes of the June 28, 2022 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved forwarding BJA Adult Drug Court Grant Q19-08-027 to BOC consent agenda
• Approved minutes of June 28, 2022 meeting

Public Works Services

The Public Works and Engineering Services Committee is discussing equipment for the Sheriff's Office and water utility upgrades. The body is also reviewing several street lighting agreements and road improvement contracts.

• Proposal from Axon Enterprises, Inc. for Sheriff's Office interrogation room equipment
• Bid #2022028-BID2720 for Sheriff's Office Real Time Crime Center
• Main switchgear upgrades for Jim Blanchard WTP via Yancey Power Systems
• Contract with Georgia Department of Transportation for Hereford Farm Road Widening (PI #0012865)
• Resolution 22-25 to amend One Marshall Place Street Light District #1994-322

The Public Works and Engineering Services Committee approved forwarding multiple items to the August 2, 2022 Board of Commissioners meeting, including a $569,022.45 bid for the Sheriff's Office Real Time Crime Center and a $15.39 million contract for the Hereford Farm Road widening project. All motions carried unanimously. The committee also forwarded several other contracts and agreements for approval.

• Approved forwarding Axon Enterprises proposal for Sheriff's Office interrogation room equipment (do not exceed $100,000)
• Approved forwarding bid to Utilicom Supply Associates for Real Time Crime Center ($569,022.45)
• Approved forwarding purchase from Yancey Power Systems for WTP switchgear upgrades ($299,685.55)
• Approved forwarding Georgia Power safety lighting at two intersections (upfront $385.42, annual $621.36)
• Approved forwarding Resolution 22-25 to amend One Marshall Place Street Light District
• Approved forwarding Tanko Lighting contract for streetlight procedure updates ($40,000)
• Approved forwarding Georgia Power lighting agreement for Gateway Blvd Roundabout (upfront $18,785, monthly $112.02)
• Approved forwarding GDOT contract for Hereford Farm Road widening right of way ($15,390,000)

Planning Commission

The Columbia County Planning Commission will review several land use requests, including a plan revision and two rezoning applications. The body will hold public hearings to determine if specific parcels should change their zoning designations.

• Public hearing for RZ22-07-05: Rezoning 17.67 +/- acres at 3448 Gordon Highway from R-A to S-1
• Public hearing for RZ22-07-06: Rezoning 2.95 +/- acres off Furys Ferry Road from R-2 to C-C
• Plan Revision (H2f1) for 216 South Belair Road (4.77 +/- acres)

The Columbia County Planning Commission unanimously denied two rezoning requests: one for a concrete plant at 3448 Gordon Highway and another for commercial use off Furys Ferry Road. It also approved a minor plan revision at 216 South Belair Road with a condition. The meeting was otherwise procedural.

• Approved RZ22-07-07, Minor S-1 Plan Revision at 216 South Belair Road (unanimous, with condition that buffer fence move not approved)
• Denied RZ22-07-05, Rezoning from R-A to S-1 at 3448 Gordon Highway (unanimous)
• Denied RZ22-07-06, Rezoning from R-2 to C-C off Furys Ferry Road (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of July 7, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved July 21, 2022 agenda (unanimous)

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will discuss a resolution for SPLOST 23-28 and various land-use requests. The meeting includes decisions on alcoholic beverage licenses, professional service contracts, and several rezoning and variance applications.

• Resolution 22-26 regarding SPLOST 23-28
• Conditional use request for a convenience store with gas pumps at 220 South Belair Road
• Conditional use request for a tattoo parlor at 4150 Washington Road
• Rezone request from R-A to S-1 at 5221 Parham Road
• Alcoholic beverage licenses for Utsav Enterprise LLC (Super Express 4) and Tsushi 2 LLC (Takosushi)

The Columbia County Board of Commissioners approved the SPLOST 23-28 resolution and a consent agenda with numerous contracts and grants. They also made several zoning decisions, including approving a conditional use for a convenience store with gas pumps, denying a tattoo parlor request, and approving multiple rezones and variances. All votes were unanimous except for the tattoo parlor denial (3-2) and the Major PUD Revision (4-1).

• Approved Resolution 22-26 SPLOST 23-28 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including $130,000 grant for Juvenile Court and $614,000 Wildwood Park bathhouse contract (unanimous)
• Approved conditional use for convenience store with gas pumps at 220 South Belair Rd (unanimous)
• Denied conditional use for tattoo parlor at 4150 Washington Rd (3-2)
• Approved rezone R-2 to P-1 at 460 North Belair Rd (unanimous)
• Approved rezone R-A to S-1 for water tower at 5221 Parham Rd (unanimous)
• Approved Major PUD Revision at New Petersburg Drive (4-1)
• Approved $51,000 and other payments for right of way for Hardy McManus Rd widening (unanimous)

Management and Internal Services

The Management and Internal Services Committee is meeting to review proposed resolutions and agreements regarding SPLOST 23-28. The body will also discuss personnel policies, board appointments, and several technology infrastructure contracts.

• Resolution 22-26 SPLOST 23-28
• Intergovernmental Agreement with Grovetown and Harlem SPLOST 23-28
• Annual Support and License Agreement for MUNIS Software
• WC Fiber, LLC IRU for Millhouse Station, MacArthur Park, and Fury’s Ferry Road Construction
• Dedicated Internet Access Agreement with Cogent Communications

The Management and Internal Services Committee approved forwarding multiple items to the July 19, 2022 Board of Commissioners meeting, including a $130,000 grant for Juvenile Court, SPLOST 23-28 resolutions and agreements, and several policy amendments. All decisions were unanimous and will be considered by the full board.

• Approved forwarding FY23 Criminal Justice Coordinating Council Incentive Grant Y23-8-007 for Juvenile Court ($130,000) to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding Resolution 22-26 SPLOST 23-28 to BOC Debate Agenda
• Approved forwarding Intergovernmental Agreement with Grovetown and Harlem for SPLOST 23-28 proceeds to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding reappointment of Dr. Angela Burke to DBHDD Region Two Advisory Council (3-year term ending June 30, 2025) to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding Community Connections Provision of Service Agreement (July 1, 2022 – June 30, 2023) to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding amendments to policies 305.1 (DOT drug/alcohol testing), 401.1 (education reimbursement to $5,250/year), and 614.1 (vehicle allowance to 58.0 cents/mile) to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding MUNIS software renewal with Tyler Technologies ($279,244.73) to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding Cisco Smartnet renewal ($264,423.60), Cisco Enterprise Agreement renewal ($101,573.28), WC Fiber IRUs, and Cogent Internet Agreement to BOC Consent Agenda

Development and Engineering Services

The Development and Planning Services Committee is meeting to discuss infrastructure projects and business permits. The body will consider bids for park renovations and a traffic signal, as well as various liquor licenses and a zoning variance.

• BID# 2022013-BID2720 for Wildwood Park Area 2 Bathhouse & Area 3 Renovations
• Traffic signal at Columbia Rd (SR 232) and South Old Belair Rd
• Professional Services Contract with PFA Engineering, Inc. for Fleet Maintenance Shops HVAC Renovation
• Alcoholic Beverage Licenses for Utsav Enterprise LLC (Super Express 4) and Tsushi 2 LLC (Takosushi)
• Ancillary Dwelling request for 2643 Panda Lane

The Development and Planning Services Committee approved forwarding several items to the July 19, 2022 Board of Commissioners Consent Agenda, including a $614,000 contract for Wildwood Park renovations, a $300,000 traffic signal project, and a $45,000 engineering contract. It also approved forwarding two alcoholic beverage licenses, a variance for a liquor license, and an ancillary dwelling size request. The committee approved the June 14, 2022 minutes and received informational staff reports.

• Approved forwarding $614,000 bid to R.D. Brown Contractors for Wildwood Park bathhouse/restroom renovations to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding $300,000 traffic signal installation at Columbia Rd & South Old Belair Rd to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding $45,000 contract with PFA Engineering for Fleet Maintenance HVAC design to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding alcoholic beverage license for Utsav Enterprise LLC dba Super Express 4 to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding alcoholic beverage license for Tsushi 2 LLC dba Takosushi to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding variance for Hot Shot Liquor license extension to Dec 31, 2022 to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding ancillary dwelling size request at 2643 Panda Lane to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved minutes of June 14, 2022 meeting unanimously

Planning Commission

The Columbia County Planning Commission will discuss various land use requests, including rezonings, variances, and a massage operator's license. The body is reviewing several conditional use permits and a major PUD revision.

• RZ22-07-04: Rezone 107.94 +/- acres at R-A to PRD (Planned Residential Development)
• RZ22-06-03: Conditional Use for a convenience store with gas pumps at 220 South Belair Road
• RZ22-06-04: Conditional Use for a tattoo parlor at 4150 Washington Road
• RZ22-07-01: Rezone 7.56 +/- acres at 5221 Parham Road from R-A to S-1 (Special)
• Massage Operator's License for Chloe Helen Roy dba Helen's Healing Hands at 4571 Cox Road

The Columbia County Planning Commission approved all ten land-use applications on the agenda, including rezoning, conditional use, variance, and license requests, each with unanimous votes. One large rezoning request for a 107.94-acre property was postponed to the August 18, 2022 meeting at the applicant's request. All decisions are recommendations to the Board of Commissioners.

• Approved massage operator's license for Chloe Helen Roy dba Helen's Healing Hands at 4571 Cox Road, Suite B (unanimous)
• Approved temporary use authorization for 5193 Oak Springs Drive, R-A zoned (unanimous)
• Approved Major PUD Revision RZ22-07-02 for 208-212 New Petersburg Drive with condition (unanimous)
• Approved conditional use for convenience store with gas pumps at 220 South Belair Road with condition (unanimous)
• Approved variance VA22-06-05 at 220 South Belair Road with condition (unanimous)
• Approved conditional use for tattoo parlor at 4150 Washington Road (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning R-2 to P-1 at 460 North Belair Road with condition (unanimous)
• Approved variance VA22-06-06 at 460 North Belair Road with condition (unanimous)

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will review a consent agenda featuring various service contracts, equipment purchases, and engineering proposals. The meeting includes discussions on road and sewer projects and an executive session regarding property acquisitions.

• Construction contract with Columbia Engineering for William Few Parkway widening from Chamblin Rd to Lewiston Rd
• Construction contract with Remac, Inc. for Riverwatch Parkway Pavement Preservation
• Engineering proposals for Little Kiokee Creek Gravity Sewer and Euchee Creek Harlem Interceptor Sewer Project
• Independent contractor agreements for Juvenile Court and Accountability County Defense Counsel
• Purchase of playground equipment for Savannah Rapids Park

The Columbia County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a consent agenda containing over 20 items, including a $2.55 million construction contract for LMIG 2022, a $220,360 playground purchase, and multiple engineering and service agreements. They also approved several debate agenda items, including a change order for Whispering Pines intersection improvements and four property/easement acquisitions for road and sewer projects. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved LMIG 2022 construction contract to Beam's Contracting, Inc. for $2,548,870.59 (unanimous)
• Approved playground equipment purchase for Savannah Rapids Park for $220,360.19 (unanimous)
• Approved change order #1 with Dee Haire, Inc. for Whispering Pines intersection improvements for $47,600.75 (unanimous)
• Approved $9,000 to Jamie & Shanon Bryant for right of way for Hardy McManus Road Widening (unanimous)
• Approved $64,677 additional deposit for Lewiston Road widening condemnation settlement (unanimous)
• Approved $190,000 to LD & N LLC for Tubman Road fire station property (unanimous)
• Approved $10,000 to Randolph E. Watkins, III for Kelly Branch II Sewer Project easement (unanimous)
• Rejected two bids for SR 232 Columbia Rd and S. Old Belair Rd signal improvements (unanimous)

Community and Emergency Services

The Community and Emergency Services Committee is discussing several independent contractor agreements for library and senior center instruction. The body is also reviewing treatment and administration proposals for various Columbia County Judicial Circuit courts. Fire and Emergency Services will provide response and budget reports.

• Independent Contractor Agreement with Kristine Galindo for Senior Center Ceramics Instructor
• Library Services Agreement with the Greater Clarks Hill Regional Library System
• Purchase of playground equipment for Savannah Rapids Park
• Agreement with Georgia Family Crisis Solutions for Adult Felony Drug Court and Veteran's Courts
• Proposal from CSRA Probation Services, Inc. for Felony Accountability Court drug testing

The Community and Emergency Services Committee approved forwarding 14 items to the July 5, 2022 Board of Commissioners consent agenda. These include agreements for a ceramics instructor, library services, a soccer tournament, playground equipment, computer class instruction, a grant, juvenile court contracts, and various court treatment services. No items were denied or tabled; all actions were unanimous.

• Approved forwarding Independent Contractor Agreement with Kristine Galindo for Senior Center Ceramics Instructor
• Approved forwarding Library Services Agreement with Greater Clarks Hill Regional Library System
• Approved forwarding Tournament Agreement with GA Bulls Soccer Club
• Approved forwarding purchase of playground equipment for Savannah Rapids Park ($220,360.19)
• Approved forwarding Independent Contract with Alex Cooper for computer class instruction at libraries
• Approved forwarding acceptance of Lib Tech Grant from GPLS ($37,637)
• Approved forwarding Juvenile Court Independent Contracts with 9 contractors for one-year term
• Approved forwarding agreements with Georgia Family Crisis Solutions, AmericanWork, LLC, CSRA Probation Services, and Tanya Jeffords for court treatment services

Public Works Services

The Public Works and Engineering Services Committee is discussing various infrastructure projects, including sewer and road improvements. The body is reviewing engineering proposals and construction contracts for several county projects.

• Construction contract with Augusta Industrial Services for Zola Drive Storm Drain Rehabilitation
• Engineering proposal for William Few Parkway widening from Chamblin Rd to Lewiston Rd
• Construction contract with Remac, Inc. for Riverwatch Parkway Pavement Preservation
• Change Order No. 2 for Beam's Contracting Inc. regarding watermain from Washington to Flowing Wells
• Rejection of bids for SR 232 Columbia Rd @ S. Old Belair Rd and S. Old Belair Rd at Old Belair Lane

The Public Works and Engineering Services Committee approved forwarding numerous items to the July 5, 2022 Board of Commissioners consent agenda, including a $2.5 million construction contract for LMIG 2022, several engineering proposals, and rejections of two bids. All motions were unanimous. The committee also forwarded two property items to the Board's executive session.

• Approved forwarding $2,548,870.59 construction contract to Beam's Contracting for LMIG 2022
• Approved forwarding $115,000 IT equipment purchase for CCSO Administration Building
• Approved forwarding $233,614.23 change order to Beam's Contracting for watermain project
• Approved forwarding $66,302.60 purchase of two trench rollers from Ferguson Waterworks
• Approved forwarding $108,615.33 engineering proposal for Little Kiokee Creek Gravity Sewer
• Approved forwarding $9,000 engineering proposals for Euchee Creek and Kiokee Creek projects
• Approved forwarding rejection of bids for SR 232 and S. Old Belair Rd improvements
• Approved forwarding $88,934.91 contract for Zola Drive Storm Drain Rehabilitation

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will consider the adoption of the annual budget for all funds for fiscal year 2022/2023. The meeting includes votes on several state agency lease extensions and zoning requests.

• Resolution 22-23 Adopting an Annual Budget for All Funds of Columbia County Georgia for Fiscal Year 2022/2023
• RZ22-05-05: Major PUD Revision for 0.29 +/- acres at 935 Ellis Lane
• RZ22-06-01: Rezone 2.03 +/- acres at 191 Baston Road from C-2 & C-3 to C-2
• Resolutions 22-15 through 22-20 to establish Street Light Districts in six neighborhoods
• Ordinance Number 22-04 amending Wireless Telecommunications Facilities (Second Reading)

The Board unanimously approved the FY2022/23 budget, which was balanced with no property tax increase and no new programs unless authorized. They also approved several contracts, grants, and agreements, including a $308,299 grant for the Accountability Court and a $538,753 insurance renewal. Additionally, they approved a cost of living increase for eligible employees effective July 3, 2022.

• Approved FY2022/23 budget (unanimous)
• Approved $308,299 grant for Accountability Court (unanimous)
• Approved $538,753 insurance renewal (unanimous)
• Approved $250,000 Justice Center surveillance replacement (unanimous)
• Approved $215,000 Justice Center network upgrade (unanimous)
• Approved $180,772 sports fencing at Lonnie Morris Park (unanimous)
• Approved cost of living increase for employees (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning at 191 Baston Road from C-3 to C-2 (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Columbia County Planning Commission will meet to discuss new and unfinished business. The primary item for review is a conceptual plan for a residential development on Mullikin Road.

• Conceptual Plan for Mullikin Road Development: 51 lots on 55.43 +/- acres (Tax Map 077 Parcels 050B & 050A Portion), currently zoned R-1

The Columbia County Planning Commission unanimously approved the concept plan for the Mullikin Road Development, a 51-lot single-family residential subdivision on 55.43 acres off Mullikin Road. The motion carried unanimously with four commissioners present. Public questions about environmental concerns and timelines were answered by staff and the applicant's team.

• Approved Concept Plan for Mullikin Road Development, Tax Map 077 Parcels 050B & 050A (portion of), 51 lots, 55.43 acres, R-1 zoning (unanimous)
• Approved May 19, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved June 16, 2022 agenda (unanimous)

Board of Commission

The Audit Committee is meeting to review draft reports on lodging tax, alcohol licensing, and Geographic Information Systems. The committee will also receive a June internal audit update.

• Draft report on Lodging Tax Audit of Selected Hotels/Motels
• Draft report on Alcohol Licensing and Occupational Tax
• Draft report on Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
• June Internal Audit Update

The Audit Committee received and reviewed draft internal audit reports from Serotta Maddocks Evans & Company covering lodging tax compliance, the Licensing Department, and the GIS Department. The lodging tax audit found variances between hotel-reported sales and state filings, while the licensing and GIS audits found no significant exceptions. The committee also received an update on ongoing audits for Clerk of Court, Information Technology, Procurement, Street Light Fund, and Broadband.

• Approved minutes from March 8, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Received draft lodging tax audit report
• Received draft alcohol licensing and occupational tax audit report
• Received draft GIS department audit report
• Noted internal audit update for Clerk of Court, IT, Procurement, Street Light Fund, and Broadband

Management and Internal Services

The Management and Internal Services Committee is discussing several contract extensions and renewals. The body is reviewing agreements for state services, disaster debris management, and technology upgrades for the Justice Center.

• Extension of State Properties Commission Agreements for Family & Children Services, Driver Services, and Community Supervision
• Renewal agreements with Ceres Environmental Services, Inc. and Debris Tech, Inc. for disaster debris services
• Justice Center surveillance replacement with A3 Communications and network upgrade
• Rejection of Bid # 2022001-BID1414 for County Trucks - Fleet
• Renewal of EyeMed Vision and Mission Square – Mesirow Financial Investment Management, Inc. advisory services

The Management and Internal Services Committee approved forwarding 15 items to the June 21, 2022 Board of Commissioners meeting, including consent agenda items and two debate agenda items. Notable approvals include a $308,299 grant for the Accountability Court, a $538,753 insurance renewal, and a $250,000 surveillance replacement. No items were denied or tabled; all actions were unanimous.

• Approved forwarding June 2022 Nulla Bona report to BOC consent agenda
• Approved forwarding three State Properties Commission agreement extensions (DFCS, Driver Services, Community Supervision) to BOC consent agenda
• Approved forwarding EyeMed Vision renewal to BOC consent agenda
• Approved forwarding Mesirow Financial advisory services agreement to BOC consent agenda
• Approved forwarding amendment to Comprehensive Policy 204.1 Hiring Process to BOC debate agenda
• Approved forwarding Community Correctional Services agreement with Client Management Systems to BOC consent agenda
• Approved forwarding two disaster debris management renewals (Ceres, Debris Tech) to BOC consent agenda
• Approved forwarding $308,299 Criminal Justice Coordinating Council grant for Accountability Court to BOC consent agenda

Development and Engineering Services

The Development and Planning Services Committee is meeting to discuss several new business items including service contracts and beverage licenses. The body will also review monthly workload and financial reports from the Planning and Development Services divisions.

• Independent Contractor Agreement with Maner Builders Supply for Lonnie Morris Park Sports Fencing Replacement
• Furniture for the Columbia County Sheriff's Office New Administration Building
• Alcoholic Beverage License for Thurmond Marina LLC dba Clarks Hill Marina
• Alcoholic Beverage License for Floors 360 Inc dba Bartram Trail Golf Club
• Easement Encroachment Agreement at 395 Pump House Road

The Development and Planning Services Committee approved forwarding seven items to the June 21, 2022 Board of Commissioners consent agenda, including contracts for fire monitoring, sports fencing, sheriff's office furniture, two alcohol licenses, and an easement agreement. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was brief and procedural.

• Approved forwarding fire/intrusion monitoring agreement with Acom Integrated Solutions to BOC consent agenda
• Approved forwarding $180,772 sports fencing contract with Maner Builders Supply for Lonnie Morris Park to BOC consent agenda
• Approved forwarding up to $370,000 furniture purchase for Sheriff's Office Administration Building to BOC consent agenda
• Approved forwarding alcohol license for Thurmond Marina LLC dba Clarks Hill Marina to BOC consent agenda
• Approved forwarding alcohol license for Floors 360, Inc. dba Bartram Trail Golf Club to BOC consent agenda
• Approved forwarding easement encroachment agreement for 395 Pump House Road to BOC consent agenda
• Approved minutes of May 10, 2022 meeting unanimously

General

The Columbia County Construction Board will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and review a contractor complaint. The board will also receive a monthly report on permits and inspections.

• Approval of February 24, 2022 meeting minutes
• Review of contractor complaint
• Monthly Permits & Inspections report

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will consider several rezoning requests and a wireless telecommunications ordinance. The meeting includes votes on various service contracts and the establishment of multiple street light districts.

• Rezone 4031 River Watch Parkway from Single Family Residential to Professional
• Conditional use request for a daycare at 208 Flowing Wells Road
• First reading of Ordinance 22-04 regarding Wireless Telecommunications Facilities
• Establishment of street light districts in Anderson Farms, Hawes Creek, Kelarie, Royal Oak & Linsmore, Whispering Pines, and Wrights Farm
• Executive session to discuss right of way and easements for the Hardy McManus Road Widening Project

The Board approved a $657,389.40 change order for the Columbia County Performing Arts Center, adding 177 days to the project. It also denied a rezoning request at 4031 River Watch Parkway, approved several other zoning changes, and passed a consent agenda with numerous contracts and purchases. The board approved multiple right-of-way acquisitions for road and sewer projects.

• Approved Performing Arts Center change order #13 for $657,389.40 and 177 days (unanimous)
• Denied rezoning R3 to P1 at 4031 River Watch Parkway (unanimous)
• Approved change of conditions for sign at 420 Lewiston Road (unanimous, Melear abstained)
• Approved major S-1 revision to add Horizon Towing at 949 Appling Harlem Road (unanimous)
• Denied conditional use for daycare at 208 Flowing Wells Road (4-1, Duncan opposed)
• Approved first reading of wireless telecommunications ordinance 22-04 (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of six street light district resolutions (unanimous)
• Approved $65,600 to William Martin for right of way for Hardy McManus Road widening (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Columbia County Planning Commission will discuss several land-use requests, including rezoning applications and plat approvals. The body will also consider a massage operator's license and a home occupation permit.

• Public hearing for rezoning 5221, 5225, and 5233 Columbia Road from R-1 to C-C
• Public hearing for rezoning 191 Baston Road from C-2/C-3 split to C-2
• Final Plat for Grimaud Farms Section II (20 lots) off White Oak Road
• Preliminary Plat for Tillery Park South (67 lots) off Baker Place Road
• Massage Operator’s License for Treasure Butler dba Budding at 4434 Columbia Road

The Columbia County Planning Commission approved all agenda items, including a major PUD revision at 935 Ellis Lane, a massage operator's license, several plats, and a rezoning at 191 Baston Road. Two applications related to Columbia Road were withdrawn without prejudice after public concerns. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Major PUD Revision at 935 Ellis Lane (unanimous)
• Approved Massage Operator's License for Treasure Butler dba Budding (unanimous)
• Approved County Initiated Rezoning at 208-212 New Petersburg Drive (unanimous)
• Approved Individual Plat for Abundance Point off Mistletoe Road (unanimous)
• Approved Preliminary Plat for Tillery Park South off Baker Place Road (unanimous)
• Approved Final Plats for Grimaud Farms Section II and Highland Lakes Section 1C (unanimous)
• Approved Provisional Home Occupation for Basket of Beauty with condition (unanimous)
• Approved Rezoning and Variance at 191 Baston Road (unanimous)

Public Works Services

The Public Works and Engineering Services Committee is meeting to discuss infrastructure contracts, zoning ordinances, and street lighting. The session includes a public hearing regarding the establishment of multiple street light districts.

• Public hearing and resolutions to establish Street Light Districts for Anderson Farms (Section II), Hawes Creek, Kelarie (Section 5B), Royal Oak & Linsmore (Section II), Whispering Pines (Section 5A), and Wrights Farm (Section II)
• Ordinance Number 22-04 amending Wireless Telecommunications Facilities regulations
• Bids for County Exterminating Services and Elevator Maintenance Services
• Contract with Peek Pavement Markings for Fiscal Year 2022 Striping Project B
• Contract with Augusta Industrial Services for Windmill Plantation Storm Water Rehabilitation Project

The Public Works and Engineering Services Committee approved forwarding multiple items to the June 7, 2022 Board of Commissioners agenda, including a $657,389.40 change order for the Columbia County Performing Arts Center, contracts for exterminating and elevator maintenance, and several street light district resolutions. All actions were approvals to forward, not final decisions. The committee also held a public hearing with no comments on proposed street light districts.

• Approved forwarding $657,389.40 change order #13 for Performing Arts Center to BOC debate agenda
• Approved forwarding exterminating contract with Northwest Exterminating Company to BOC consent agenda
• Approved forwarding elevator maintenance contract with Otis Elevator to BOC consent agenda
• Approved forwarding Ordinance 22-04 (wireless telecom facilities) to BOC debate agenda
• Approved forwarding Resolutions 22-15 through 22-20 establishing six street light districts to BOC debate agenda
• Approved forwarding Resolution 22-21 amending Hidden Creek street light district to BOC consent agenda
• Approved forwarding Georgia Power safety lighting proposal ($932.04) to BOC consent agenda
• Approved forwarding Peek Pavement Markings striping contract ($78,151.90) to BOC consent agenda

Community and Emergency Services

The Community and Emergency Services Committee is meeting to discuss several service agreements and contract renewals. The body will review items related to IT management, athletic field usage, and catering services.

• Agreement with BOSS for IT Service Desk and Asset Management Software
• Agreement with Savannah Rapids Kayak, Rental LLC
• Contract renewal with Simke Tennis Academy
• Contract renewal with Bulls Soccer Club for Athletic Field and Park Usage
• Contract renewal with Silver Palm Catering Company, LLC for the Exhibition Center Caterer

The Community and Emergency Services Committee approved forwarding multiple agreements and contract renewals to the June 7, 2022 Board of Commissioners consent agenda. These include an IT service desk software agreement, kayak rental, tennis academy, bass tournaments, soccer club, sheriff's nutrition services, catering, and fire equipment repair authorization. No items were denied or tabled; all actions were approvals for forwarding.

• Approved forwarding IT service desk software agreement ($21,424) to BOC consent agenda
• Approved forwarding Savannah Rapids Kayak Rental agreement to BOC consent agenda
• Approved forwarding Simke Tennis Academy contract renewal to BOC consent agenda
• Approved forwarding Clark Hill CSRA Bass Tournaments agreement ($5,000) to BOC consent agenda
• Approved forwarding Bulls Soccer Club field/park usage contract renewal to BOC consent agenda
• Approved forwarding Sheriff's Office nutrition services contract renewal to BOC consent agenda
• Approved forwarding Silver Palm Catering contract renewal to BOC consent agenda
• Approved forwarding 3M Scott in-house repair center authorization to BOC consent agenda

Planning Commission

The Columbia County Planning Commission will review several plat applications and conceptual plans. The body will also hold public hearings for six requests involving rezoning, PUD revisions, and conditional use permits.

• Public hearing for RZ22-05-04: Rezone 4031 River Watch Parkway from R-3 to P-1
• Public hearing for RZ22-05-08: Conditional Use for a Daycare at 208 Flowing Wells Road
• Public hearing for VA22-05-01: Variations for 4285 Washington Road and Rountree Way
• Preliminary Plat for Canton Park Phase 3 off River Watch Parkway (20 lots, 7.59 +/- acres)
• Final Plat for Tankersley Farm off Cobbham Road (7 lots, 34.12 +/- acres)

The Columbia County Planning Commission approved several plats, a conceptual plan, and rezoning requests, while denying a daycare conditional use and a rezoning to professional. A major PUD revision was postponed to June 2, 2022. All votes were 4-0 except the daycare denial, which was 3-1.

• Approved Individual Plat for Bradley & Jeter (4-0)
• Approved Conceptual Plan for The Brooks Phase 2 (4-0)
• Approved Preliminary Plat for Canton Park Phase 3 (4-0)
• Approved Final Plat for Tankersley Farm (4-0)
• Denied RZ22-05-04 rezone to P-1 at 4031 River Watch Parkway (4-0)
• Postponed RZ22-05-05 Major PUD Revision to June 2, 2022 (4-0)
• Approved with conditions RZ22-05-06 Change of Conditions at 420 Lewiston Road (4-0)
• Approved with conditions RZ22-05-07 Major S-1 Revision at 949 Appling Harlem Road (4-0)

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will vote on several contract renewals and variance requests. The meeting includes second readings for ordinances regarding alcoholic beverages and zoning, as well as a proposed rezone on Furys Ferry Road.

• Second reading of Ordinance 22-02 Amending Chapter 6, Alcoholic Beverages
• Second reading of Ordinance 22-03 Amending Chapter 90, Zoning
• Rezone request for 825 Furys Ferry Road from R-1 to S-1
• Contract renewals with Cintas Corporation, Pollock Financial Services, and Cherry Bekaert, LLP
• Resolution 22-13 to establish a Street Light District in Jackson Heights, Phase I

The Columbia County Board of Commissioners approved a rezoning from R-1 to S-1 for 6.16 acres at 825 Furys Ferry Road and a major S-1 revision for 1.76 acres at 837 Furys Ferry Road, both unanimously. They also approved variances for an ancillary dwelling and detached garage at 4221 Green Ivy Lane, and passed second readings of ordinances amending alcoholic beverage and zoning regulations. All consent agenda items, including multiple contract renewals and three alcoholic beverage license variances, were approved unanimously.

• Approved rezoning R-1 to S-1 for 6.16 acres at 825 Furys Ferry Road (unanimous)
• Approved S-1 revision for 1.76 acres at 837 Furys Ferry Road with lighting and plat conditions (unanimous)
• Approved variances for ancillary dwelling and detached garage at 4221 Green Ivy Lane (unanimous)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance 22-02 amending alcoholic beverage regulations (unanimous)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance 22-03 amending zoning allowed uses (unanimous)
• Approved second reading of Resolution 22-13 establishing Street Light District in Jackson Heights Phase I (unanimous)
• Approved $43,600 to Patrick McNamara for right of way for Hardy McManus Road Widening (unanimous)
• Approved $100,000 to Kara Blackburn for right of way for Hardy McManus Road Widening (unanimous)

Management and Internal Services

The Management and Internal Services Committee is meeting to discuss the renewal of several operational and technology contracts. The committee will also review budget reports and personnel savings.

• Uniform Services Renewal with Cintas Corporation
• County-Wide Copier Services renewal with Pollock Financial Services, Inc.
• External Auditing Services renewal with Cherry Bekaert, LLP
• Technology renewals with Dell, Layer 3 Communications, and Mainline Information Systems
• Renewal of agreement with Woolpert for Cityworks-related Hardware and Software Services

The Management and Internal Services Committee approved forwarding ten contract renewals to the May 17, 2022 Board of Commissioners Consent Agenda. These include uniform services, copier services, external auditing, scanning, mapping, Cityworks hardware/software, managed security, Dell equipment, and Mainline Information Systems. The committee also approved the April 12, 2022 minutes and received informational reports on personnel savings, budget, SPLOST, and investments.

• Approved forwarding Cintas uniform services renewal to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding Pollock Financial copier services renewal to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding Cherry Bekaert external auditing renewal to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding Scanning America contract renewal #2 to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding Fred Daniel Mapping Services renewal ($41,400) to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding Woolpert Cityworks hardware/software renewal ($38,400) to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding Layer 3 Communications managed security renewal ($77,000) to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding Dell and Mainline Information Systems renewals to BOC Consent Agenda

Development and Engineering Services

The Development and Planning Services Committee is meeting to discuss several variance requests and a GDOT agreement. The body will also consider an ancillary dwelling request for a property on Lake Ridge Trail.

• GDOT Indemnification and Hold Harmless Agreement for Washington Road Gateway Landscape Improvements
• Alcoholic Beverage License for Pluto 2007 LLC dba Lewiston Express
• Variance requests from APS Beverages LLC, Riverwood Spirits LLC, and Southern Wine Shop LLC
• Ancillary Dwelling request for 170 Lake Ridge Trail (Tax Map 014 Parcel 110)

The Development and Planning Services Committee approved forwarding several items to the Board of Commissioners' consent agendas, including a GDOT indemnification agreement for Washington Road landscape improvements, an alcohol license for Pluto 2007 LLC, and three variance requests to extend alcohol license expiration dates. It also approved forwarding a request to exceed the size limit for an ancillary dwelling at 170 Lake Ridge Trail. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved forwarding GDOT indemnification agreement for Washington Road Gateway Landscape Improvements to May 17 BOC consent agenda
• Approved forwarding alcohol license for Pluto 2007 LLC dba Lewiston Express to June 7 BOC consent agenda
• Approved forwarding variance for APS Beverages LLC to extend license 90 days to Sept 28, 2022
• Approved forwarding variance for Riverwood Spirits LLC to extend license 90 days to Sept 28, 2022
• Approved forwarding variance for Southern Wine Shop LLC dba Southern Beverage Outlet to extend license 184 days to Dec 31, 2022
• Approved forwarding request to exceed 1,800 sq ft for ancillary dwelling at Tax Map 014 110 (170 Lake Ridge Trail)

Planning Commission

The Columbia County Planning Commission is meeting to discuss several land use requests. The body will hold public hearings on two rezoning applications and review a PUD revision.

• Public hearing: Rezone 455 Marie Street from R-2 (Single Family Residential) to P-1 (Professional)
• Public hearing: Rezone portion of 825 Furys Ferry Road from R-1 (Single Family Residential) to S-1 (Special)
• Public hearing: Major S-1 (Special) Revision for 837 Furys Ferry Road
• Minor PUD Revision for 5106 Washington Road
• Information-only Minor Waivers for 819 and 821 Lillian Park Drive

The Columbia County Planning Commission approved a minor PUD revision at 5106 Washington Road with sign conditions, and approved a rezoning and major S-1 revision at Furys Ferry Road with lighting and plat conditions. A rezoning request at 455 Marie Street was withdrawn without prejudice because the applicant was not present. Two minor waivers on Lillian Park Drive were presented as information only.

• Approved RZ22-05-02, Minor PUD Revision at 5106 Washington Road, with sign conditions (unanimous)
• Approved RZ22-05-03 Part I, Rezone R-1 to S-1 at 825 Furys Ferry Road, with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved RZ22-05-03 Part II, Major S-1 Revision at 837 Furys Ferry Road, with conditions (unanimous)
• Withdrew without prejudice RZ22-05-01, Rezone R-2 to P-1 at 455 Marie Street (unanimous)
• Approved April 21, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0, Carraway abstained)
• Approved May 5, 2022 agenda (unanimous)

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners is conducting a public hearing to review the proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2022/2023. The session includes a review of the General Fund, tax digest projections, and sales tax collections.

• Public hearing on Proposed Budget for Fiscal Year 2022/2023
• Review of General Fund Budget Summary
• Review of Tax Digest Projection
• Review of Sales Tax Collections

The Board of Commissioners held a public hearing for the proposed Fiscal Year 2023 budget. County Manager Johnson presented the General Fund Budget Summary, Tax Digest Projections, Sales Tax Collections, and the Budget Calendar. No public comment was made, and the meeting adjourned without any decisions or votes.

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will consider several zoning changes, variances, and contract renewals. The meeting includes discussions on public works projects and the first reading of ordinances regarding alcoholic beverages and zoning.

• Rezone requests for 629 Furys Ferry Road, 633 Furys Ferry Road, 576 Gibbs Road, and 4351 Columbia Road
• Contract with Blair Construction, Inc. for the Crawford Creek Sewer Phase II project
• First reading of Ordinance 22-02 amending Chapter 6, Alcoholic Beverages
• Intergovernmental Agreement for roads and infrastructure in Phase II of White Oak Business Park
• Contract renewal with Brainfuse Inc. for online tutoring and job assistant services

The Columbia County Board of Commissioners approved a consent agenda including a $2.89 million sewer contract, several contract renewals, and various donations. They also approved multiple rezoning and variance requests, including a conditional use for a car wash, and advanced two ordinance amendments on first reading. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved $2,886,909.70 contract with Blair Construction for Crawford Creek Sewer Phase II (unanimous)
• Approved $1,482,751 agreement with Cayenta for utility billing services (unanimous)
• Approved conditional use for car wash at 4186 Crosstowne Court (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 629 Furys Ferry Road from R-2 to P-1 (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 633 Furys Ferry Road from R-2 to P-1 (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 576 Gibbs Road from R-1 to R-2 (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 22-02 amending alcoholic beverage regulations (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 22-03 amending zoning use provisions (unanimous)

Community and Emergency Services

The Community and Emergency Services Committee is discussing various contract renewals and donations. The body is also considering the reclassification of nine Fire Fighter positions to Engineer.

• Contract renewals with Brainfuse Inc., Georgia Glamping Company, and Russell Loyd
• Contract renewals with Columbia County Cares, Inc. and Columbia County Convention & Visitors Bureau, Inc.
• Contract renewal with Professional Disc Golf Association, Inc. for Wildwood Park
• Reclassification of 9 Fire Fighter positions to Engineer
• Contract renewal with EPR Systems USA, Inc. for Fireworks Software RMS

The Community and Emergency Services Committee approved forwarding 14 items to the May 3, 2022 Board of Commissioners consent agenda, including contract renewals, donations, and a firefighter reclassification. One item, the Alex Cooper contract renewal, was removed from the agenda. The meeting was procedural, with no final decisions made by the committee itself.

• Approved forwarding Brainfuse contract renewal ($12,000) to BOC consent agenda
• Approved forwarding Georgia Glamping contract renewal to BOC consent agenda
• Approved forwarding Russell Loyd Wildwood Park Ranger's Cottage lease renewal to BOC consent agenda
• Approved forwarding Columbia County Cares facility lease renewal to BOC consent agenda
• Approved forwarding Convention & Visitors Bureau contract renewal to BOC consent agenda
• Approved forwarding Professional Disc Golf Association contract renewal to BOC consent agenda
• Approved forwarding Animal Services donations ($1,000 + $157) to BOC consent agenda
• Approved forwarding UGA Extension Services contract ($138,117) to BOC consent agenda

Public Works Services

The Public Works and Engineering Services Committee is reviewing several construction contracts and utility agreements. The meeting includes a public hearing regarding the establishment of a street light district. The body will also discuss road infrastructure and traffic signal applications.

• Public hearing on proposed Street Light Districts for Jackson Heights, Phase I
• Contract with RD Brown Contractors for Department of Family & Childrens Services renovations
• Contract with Blair Construction, Inc. for Crawford Creek Sewer Phase II
• Intergovernmental Agreement for White Oak Business Park Phase II roads and infrastructure
• GDOT Traffic Signal Applications for Horizon South Parkway at John Huffman Way and Fury's Ferry Road at Blackstone Camp Road

The Public Works and Engineering Services Committee approved forwarding multiple contracts and agreements to the May 3, 2022 Board of Commissioners consent agenda, including a $2.89M sewer project, a $1.48M utility billing agreement, and a $656,500 laydown yard contract. The committee also forwarded resolutions for street light districts and various infrastructure improvements. All motions were unanimous.

• Approved forwarding RD Brown Contractors $92,000 interior renovation contract for DFCS facility to BOC consent agenda
• Approved forwarding IGA with Development Authority for White Oak Business Park Phase II roads/infrastructure to BOC consent agenda
• Approved forwarding RD Brown Contractors $656,500 laydown yard contract on William Few Parkway to BOC consent agenda
• Approved forwarding Blair Construction $2,886,909.70 Crawford Creek Sewer Phase II contract to BOC consent agenda
• Approved forwarding Cayenta/Harris $1,482,751 utility billing agreement to BOC consent agenda
• Approved forwarding Resolution 22-13 establishing Jackson Heights Phase I street light district to BOC debate agenda
• Approved forwarding two Georgia Power lighting agreements totaling $44,516 for Martinez Park to BOC consent agenda
• Approved forwarding acceptance of improvements for Crawford Creek South Phase X, Jones Mill Phase III, and Whispering Pines Sections 4B/5B to BOC consent agenda

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review several rezoning requests and variances, including a proposed car wash and ceramic coating business. The body will also consider massage operator licenses and conceptual plans for residential developments.

• Public hearings for rezoning and conditional use for a car wash at 4186 Crosstowne Court
• Rezoning requests for 629 Furys Ferry Road, 633 Furys Ferry Road, 576 Gibbs Road, and 4351 Columbia Road
• Massage Operator's Licenses for Ahimsa Healing & Wellness LLC, Abide Holistic Wellness Studio, and Peaceful Dawn
• Conceptual plans for Four Oaks Phase III and IV off Hereford Farm Road
• Final plats for Crawford Creek South X, Jones Mill Phase III, and Whispering Pines 4B & 5B

The Columbia County Planning Commission approved all items on the agenda except one variance, which was denied. Approvals included three massage operator licenses, a temporary use authorization, two conceptual plans, two architectural reviews, three final plats, a conditional use for a car wash, several rezoning requests, and a text amendment. The commission denied a variance for an ancillary dwelling at 4221 Green Ivy Lane but approved a related variance with conditions.

• Approved massage operator licenses for Ahimsa Healing & Wellness, Abide Holistic Wellness Studio, and Peaceful Dawn (unanimous)
• Approved temporary use authorization at 2754 Summit Ridge Road (unanimous)
• Approved conceptual plans for Four Oaks Phase III and Phase IV (unanimous)
• Approved architectural reviews for Pinnacle Bank and StoreEase (unanimous)
• Approved final plats for Crawford Creek South X, Jones Mill Phase III, and Whispering Pines 4B & 5B (unanimous)
• Approved conditional use for car wash at 4186 Crosstowne Court with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved rezones at 629 Furys Ferry Rd, 633 Furys Ferry Rd, 576 Gibbs Rd, 4351 Columbia Rd, and off Winfield Rd (unanimous)
• Denied variance for ancillary dwelling at 4221 Green Ivy Lane (3-0, Dempsey abstained); approved related variance with conditions (3-0)

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will review several land use requests, including a conditional use for a gym and various Planned Unit Development revisions. The meeting also includes votes on alcoholic beverage licenses and various county service contracts.

• Conditional use for a gym at 1901 William Few Parkway (RZ22-03-04)
• Major PRD Revision for 49.19 +/- acres at 5001 High Meadows Drive (RZ22-03-14)
• Alcoholic beverage licenses for Sprint Food Stores, Gas World, APS Toast LLC, Spirit 1, and Yosko Japanese Restaurant
• Independent contractor agreement with Mukti Patel for Staff Attorney
• Right of way and easement acquisitions for Hardy McManus Road and Horizon South Parkway widening projects

Management and Internal Services

The Management and Internal Services Committee is meeting to discuss various county contracts, insurance agreements, and technology purchases. The body will also review budget reports and personnel savings for Fiscal Year 2022.

• Independent Contract Agreement with Mukti Patel for Superior Court Staff Attorney
• Amendment to Employee On-Site Clinic and Medical Services Agreement with MedNow
• Amendment to Employee Vision Insurance Agreement with EyeMed Vision Care
• Intergovernmental Agreement with Glascock County for a 2016 Dodge Charger
• Purchase of BriefCam Forensic Video Solution

The Management and Internal Services Committee approved forwarding 10 items to the April 19, 2022 Board of Commissioners Consent Agenda. These include contracts, amendments, a bid award, and a proclamation. No items were denied or tabled; all actions were unanimous.

• Approved forwarding Superior Court Independent Contractor Agreement with Mukti Patel ($3,500/month) to Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding Amendment 1 to MedNow Employee On-Site Clinic and Medical Services Agreement to Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding Amendment 1 to EyeMed Vision Care Employee Vision Insurance Agreement to Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding Mission Square Amendment to Administrative Services Agreement (plans 306048, 106222) to Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding Motorcycle Awareness Month Proclamation (May 2022) to Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding Renewal 1 to Temporary Workers contract with Express Employment Professionals to Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding BID# 2022011-BID1414 award to Overhead Door of Augusta ($223,310) to Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding Intergovernmental Agreement with Glascock County for 2016 Dodge Charger purchase to Consent Agenda

Development and Engineering Services

The Development and Planning Services Committee is meeting to discuss new business and review staff reports. The primary focus of the debate agenda is the consideration of several alcoholic beverage license applications.

• Alcoholic Beverage License for Junior Food Stores of West Florida Inc dba Sprint Food Stores (4 separate applications)
• Alcoholic Beverage License for Gas World 5 Food Store LLC dba Gas World
• Alcoholic Beverage License for APS Toast LLC
• Alcoholic Beverage License for Guru Hari Darshan #1 LLC dba Spirit 1
• Alcoholic Beverage License for Gloria Iriarte dba Yosko Japanese Restaurant

The Development and Planning Services Committee approved forwarding eight alcoholic beverage license applications to the April 19, 2022 Board of Commissioners Consent Agenda. The committee also unanimously approved the minutes from the March 8, 2022 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made; the remaining agenda items were informational reports.

• Approved forwarding alcohol license for Junior Food Stores dba Sprint Food Stores 900720 to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding alcohol license for Junior Food Stores dba Sprint Food Stores 900721 to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding alcohol license for Junior Food Stores dba Sprint Food Stores 900733 to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding alcohol license for Junior Food Stores dba Sprint Food Stores 900749 to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding alcohol license for Gas World 5 Food Store LLC dba Gas World to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding alcohol license for APS Toast LLC to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding alcohol license for Guru Hari Darshan #1 LLC dba Spirit 1 to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding alcohol license for Gloria Iriarte dba Yosko Japanese Restaurant to BOC Consent Agenda

General

The Columbia County Planning Commission will discuss several land-use requests, including a conditional use permit for a gym and multiple Planned Unit Development (PUD) revisions. The body will also review massage operator licenses and residential plat approvals.

• Conditional use for a gym at 1901 William Few Parkway (RZ22-03-04)
• Massage Operator’s Licenses for Vitality Therapeutic Massage LLC and Bliss & Co LLC at 4434 Columbia Road
• Conceptual plan for 72 lots at 1915 William Few Parkway
• Final plats for Tillery Park 1A and 1B off Baker Place Road
• Public hearings for PUD revisions at 5048 Hereford Farm Road, 819 & 821 Lillian Park Drive, 770 Gateway Center Boulevard, 2525 Trade Center Drive, and 5001 High Meadows Drive

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will consider several zoning revisions and rezoning requests across the county. The meeting also includes approvals for public works contracts and the recognition of a sister city in Poland.

• Rezone 96.82 +/- acres off Wrightsboro Road from PUD (Planned Unit Development)
• Rezone 1.0 +/- acre portion at 475 Lewiston Road from C-2 to M-1 (Light Industrial)
• Contract with Southern Asphalt for paving of Grimaud Farms, Phase I
• Contract with Dee Haire, Inc. for Evanston sewer replacement
• Resolution 22-14 recognizing sister city Nowy Sacz, Poland

The Columbia County Board of Commissioners approved a consent agenda with numerous contracts and agreements, including a $769,022 stormwater rehabilitation contract and a $309,492.87 gateway landscaping contract. They also approved several rezoning requests, including a major PUD revision off Wrightsboro Road (4-1) and a rezoning to M-1 for a self-storage facility on Lewiston Road. A rezoning request at 213 South Old Belair Road was postponed to May 3, 2022.

• Approved consent agenda including $769,022 stormwater contract (unanimous)
• Approved $309,492.87 gateway landscaping contract (unanimous)
• Approved major PUD revision off Wrightsboro Road (4-1)
• Approved rezoning to M-1 for self-storage at 475 Lewiston Road (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning from C-2 to R-4 at 6564 Washington Road (unanimous)
• Postponed RZ22-03-01 to May 3, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved variance for car port at 420 Halifax Court (unanimous)
• Denied grievance appeal, upheld termination (unanimous)

Community and Emergency Services

The Community and Emergency Services Committee is meeting to discuss several new business items including contractor agreements and equipment purchases. The body will also review fire response and budget reports.

• Independent Contractor Agreement with Sarah K. Ruppersburg for a grants coordinator
• Purchase of Christmas light displays from IES, Inc. for Evans Towne Center Park
• Tournament Agreement with Major League Fishing (MLFLW) Phoenix Bass Fishing League (BFL)
• Resolution 22-11 declaring Columbia County a Hidden Heroes County
• Intergovernmental Agreement with Harlem, Ga for surplus fire equipment

The Community and Emergency Services Committee approved forwarding several items to the March 29, 2022 Board of Commissioners consent agenda, including a $12,918 independent contractor agreement for a grants coordinator, acceptance of $4,650 in Animal Services donations, a $150,000 purchase of Christmas light displays, a fishing tournament agreement, a resolution declaring Columbia County a Hidden Heroes County, and a surplus fire equipment donation agreement. No items were denied or tabled; all actions were approvals to forward.

• Approved forwarding grants coordinator contract with Sarah K. Ruppersburg ($12,918, ARPA funded)
• Approved forwarding acceptance of Animal Services donations ($4,650)
• Approved forwarding purchase of Christmas light displays from IES, Inc. ($150,000)
• Approved forwarding tournament agreement with Major League Fishing (May 21, 2022, Clarks Hill Lake)
• Approved forwarding Resolution 22-11 declaring Columbia County a Hidden Heroes County
• Approved forwarding intergovernmental agreement with Harlem, GA for surplus fire equipment donation

Public Works Services

The Public Works and Engineering Services Committee is meeting to discuss several construction and service contracts. The body will review agreements for water utility improvements and various engineering projects including paving and stormwater rehabilitation.

• Lease Agreement with Norit Activated Carbon for Porta-PAC
• Contract with Bluewater Engineering for Water Utility Campus Stormwater Improvements
• Contract with Dee Haire, Inc. for Evanston sewer replacement
• Construction Contract with Southeast Pipe Survey for 2022 Storm Water Rehabilitation Projects
• Construction Contract with Southern Asphalt for paving of Grimaud Farms, Phase I

The Public Works and Engineering Services Committee approved forwarding ten items to the March 29, 2022 Board of Commissioners consent agenda, including contracts for stormwater rehabilitation, sewer replacement, and landscaping. All votes were unanimous. The committee also approved the February 22, 2022 minutes and forwarded two executive session property items to the BOC.

• Approved forwarding Norit Activated Carbon lease agreement ($27,800) to BOC consent agenda
• Approved forwarding Bluewater Engineering stormwater contract ($35,200) to BOC consent agenda
• Approved forwarding Dee Haire, Inc. sewer replacement contract ($87,852.25) to BOC consent agenda
• Approved forwarding Southeast Pipe Survey stormwater rehabilitation contract ($769,022) to BOC consent agenda
• Approved forwarding Augusta Quality, LLC gateway landscaping contract ($309,492.87) to BOC consent agenda
• Approved forwarding Southern Asphalt paving contract for Grimaud Farms Phase I ($55,335) to BOC consent agenda
• Approved forwarding Tillery Park Section 1-A and 1-B improvement acceptances to BOC consent agenda
• Approved forwarding two executive session property items to BOC meeting

Planning Commission

The Columbia County Planning Commission will review several land-use requests, including rezoning and conditional use permits. The body is also considering massage operator licenses and home occupation permits.

• Public hearing for conditional use of a gym at 1901 William Few Parkway
• Public hearing for a convenience store with gas pumps at 128 Old Evans Road
• Rezone request from C-2 to M-1 at 475 Lewiston Road
• Massage operator licenses for 3685 River Watch Parkway and 4158 Washington Road
• Provisional home occupation for Breaking Chains Fitness LLC at 6690 Swint Combs Road

The Columbia County Planning Commission approved several zoning and land-use requests, including a major PUD revision, a rezone to R-4, a conditional use for a gym (postponed), and a convenience store withdrawal. All votes were unanimous. The commission also approved two massage operator licenses, a temporary use authorization, a provisional home occupation, an individual plat, and multiple variances and special revisions.

• Approved massage operator license for Anjelica Rosario dba The Sunny Orchid Thai Bodywork & Massage (unanimous)
• Approved massage operator license for Yonggui & Zs Inc dba Oriental Massage (unanimous)
• Approved temporary use authorization at 276 G.R. Tucker Road (unanimous)
• Approved provisional home occupation for Breaking Chains Fitness LLC with condition of max 6 clients/day (unanimous)
• Approved individual plat for White Oak Road Group, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved Major S-1 Revision at 949 Appling Harlem Road with conditions (unanimous)
• Postponed conditional use for gym at 1901 William Few Parkway to March 31, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved Major PUD Revision off Wrightsboro Road with conditions (unanimous)

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will meet for a work session to review the Fiscal Year 22/23 budget. No other items are listed for discussion or decision.

• Fiscal Year 22/23 budget review

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

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will vote on several rezoning requests, variances, and personnel reclassifications. The meeting includes discussions on the 2022 Local Emergency Operations Plan and various road project easements.

• Additional $850,000 for Hereford Farm Road Widening Project (PI 0012865)
• Rezone from R-2 to M-1 (Light Industrial) for 1.5 acres off South Old Belair Road
• Rezone from R-4 to S-1 (Special) for 23.17 acres at 3850 Kamper Klub Road
• Alcoholic Beverage License for Senor Mezcal LLC
• Easements for Fury's Ferry road and Horizon South road projects

The Board of Commissioners approved the consent agenda, the 2022 Local Emergency Operations Plan, a rezoning to M-1 with conditions, two variances, and several easement purchases. They denied an ancillary dwelling request and a rezoning from R-4 to S-1, and postponed a zoning condition change to March 29, 2022.

• Approved consent agenda including EAP contracts, dental renewal, position reclassifications, Climavision lease, policy amendment, PCA resolution, Dell equipment purchase ($206,694.70), Hereford Farm Road PE budget increase ($850,000) and AECOM task order ($757,278.80), and Senor Mezcal liquor license (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 Columbia County Local Emergency Operations Plan (unanimous)
• Denied ancillary dwelling at 305 Canterbury Drive (4-1)
• Denied rezoning from R-4 to S-1 at 3850 Kamper Klub Road (3-2)
• Postponed RZ22-03-01 (change of conditions at 213 South Old Belair Road) to March 29, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning from R-2 to M-1 off South Old Belair Road with condition to pave access road (unanimous)
• Approved variance for setbacks/buffers off South Old Belair Road with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved variance at 5727 Old Augusta Highway with conditions (unanimous)

Board of Commission

The Audit Committee is meeting to review draft reports regarding management services. The committee will also receive an internal audit update for March.

• Draft report on Customer Service / 311 Call Center
• Draft report on Animal Services
• Draft report on Tax Assessor
• March Internal Audit Update

The Audit Committee received and reviewed draft internal audit reports for the Customer Service/311 Call Center, Animal Services, and Tax Assessor departments. No formal decisions were made; the reports were presented for information. The committee also received an update on upcoming audits for Lodging Tax, Alcohol Licensing, Occupational Tax, Clerk of Court, IT, and GIS departments.

• Approved minutes from January 11, 2022 Special Called Audit Committee meeting (unanimous)
• Received draft internal audit reports for Customer Service/311, Animal Services, and Tax Assessor
• Noted internal audit update: audits started or due for Lodging Tax, Alcohol Licensing, Occupational Tax, Clerk of Court, IT, and GIS

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will hold an elected officials work session to review the budget for Fiscal Year 22/23.

• Fiscal Year 22/23 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. No formal votes or decisions were recorded; the session was informational only.

• No formal decisions or votes recorded; session was for budget discussion only

Management and Internal Services

The Management and Internal Services Committee is meeting to discuss personnel and operational updates. The body will consider contracts for employee assistance and dental services, as well as position reclassifications within the Planning and Development Services divisions.

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) contracts with Employee Services, Inc.
• United Concordia Dental Product Renewal for 2023 and 2024
• Reclassifying Planning Technician to Planner I and three positions in Development Services
• Lease Agreement between Climavision and Columbia County Board of Commissioners
• Resolution No. 22-10 establishing participation in Purchasing Cooperative of America (PCA)

The Management and Internal Services Committee approved forwarding multiple items to the March 15, 2022 Board of Commissioners agenda, including contracts for Employee Assistance Program, dental renewal, position reclassifications, emergency operations plan, lease agreement, policy amendment, cooperative membership, and Dell equipment purchase. All items were approved for forwarding; no items were denied or tabled. The meeting was procedural, with no final decisions made by the committee itself.

• Approved forwarding EAP contracts with Employee Services, Inc. to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding United Concordia dental renewal for 2023-2024 to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding Planning Technician to Planner I reclassification to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding three Development Services reclassifications to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding 2022 Local Emergency Operations Plan to BOC Debate Agenda
• Approved forwarding Climavision lease agreement to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding Resolution 22-10 for Purchasing Cooperative of America membership to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding $206,694.70 Dell equipment purchase to BOC Consent Agenda

Development and Engineering Services

The Development and Planning Services Committee is meeting to discuss budget increases for road construction and various land use and licensing requests. The body will review planning and development workload and financial reports.

• Additional $850,000 in PE Budget for Hereford Farm Road Widening Project (PI 0012865), including AECOM Supplemental Task Order 7
• Alcoholic Beverage License for Senor Mezcal LLC
• Ancillary Dwelling request for 305 Canterbury Drive (Tax Map 067 Parcel 079G), 2.2 +/- acres zoned R-1

The Development and Planning Services Committee approved forwarding several items to the March 15, 2022 Board of Commissioners agenda. These include an additional $850,000 in PE budget and a $757,278.80 task order with AECOM for the Hereford Farm Road widening project, an alcoholic beverage license for Senor Mezcal LLC, and an ancillary dwelling at 305 Canterbury Drive. The committee also unanimously approved the minutes from the February 8, 2022 meeting.

• Approved forwarding $850,000 PE budget increase and $757,278.80 Task Order 7 with AECOM for Hereford Farm Road widening to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding alcoholic beverage license for Senor Mezcal LLC to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding ancillary dwelling at 305 Canterbury Drive (Tax Map 067 Parcel 079G) to BOC Debate Agenda
• Approved minutes of February 8, 2022 meeting unanimously

Planning Commission

The Columbia County Planning Commission will discuss several land-use changes, including rezonings and variances. The body is also reviewing a massage operator's license and a temporary use authorization.

• RZ21-11-07: Rezone 23.17 +/- acres at 3850 Kamper Klub Road from R-4 to S-1
• RZ22-03-02: Rezone 1.5 +/- acres off South Old Belair Road from R-2 to M-1
• VA22-03-01: Variance for 2.5 +/- acres at 5727 Old Augusta Highway
• Massage Operator’s License for Leonard Silas dba Restorative Therapy Solutions at 230 East Trippe Street
• Temporary Use Authorization for 0.96 +/- acres at 4629 Calais Circle

The Columbia County Planning Commission approved a rezoning for 23.17 acres at 3850 Kamper Klub Road from R-4 to S-1, with conditions including road paving and health requirements. They also approved a massage operator's license, denied a temporary use authorization, and approved a rezoning and variances for properties off South Old Belair Road. A motion to disapprove a change of conditions at 213 South Old Belair Road failed.

• Approved RZ21-11-07 rezoning at 3850 Kamper Klub Road to S-1 with conditions (4-1)
• Approved massage operator's license for Leonard Silas dba Restorative Therapy Solutions (unanimous)
• Denied temporary use authorization at 4629 Calais Circle (unanimous)
• Motion to disapprove RZ22-03-01 change of conditions at 213 South Old Belair Road failed (2-3)
• Approved RZ22-03-02 rezoning off South Old Belair Road to M-1 with condition (unanimous)
• Approved VA22-03-02 variance at 074C Parcel 009 with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved VA22-03-01 variance at 5727 Old Augusta Highway with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved moving April 7 meeting to March 31 (unanimous)

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will discuss several rezoning requests and variances, including properties off Wrightsboro Road and Baker Place Road. The meeting also includes votes on emergency medical equipment and various public works agreements.

• RZ22-02-02: Rezone 31.02 +/- acres off Wrightsboro Road and a revision for 265.94 +/- acres off Baker Place Road
• RZ22-02-03: Rezone 173.55 +/- total acres off Baker Place Road to Planned Unit Development
• Purchase of 18 Lucas 3 chest compression systems and 25 Zoll X-Series EKG monitors
• Resolution Number 22-09 to suspend Utility Encroachment Permitting Fee collections
• Professional Services Agreement with Goodwyn Mills Cawood for the Building A replacement project

The Columbia County Board of Commissioners approved a rezoning from R-A to PRD for a 31.02-acre parcel off Wrightsboro Road, along with a major PRD revision for a 265.94-acre parcel off Baker Place Road, both with conditions. The board also approved a rezoning from R-A to PUD for multiple parcels off Baker Place Road, and a variance for property at 408 Old Anderson Road. All votes were 3-1 with Commissioner Galeas opposed, except the variance which was unanimous.

• Approved RZ22-02-02 Part I rezoning to PRD for Tax Map 051 Parcel 069 (3-1)
• Approved RZ22-02-02 Part II major PRD revision for Tax Map 051 Parcel 049B (3-1)
• Approved RZ22-02-03 rezoning to PUD for multiple Baker Place Road parcels (3-1)
• Approved VA22-02-05 variance and encroachment agreement for 408 Old Anderson Road (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including $387,532.36 for 18 Lucas 3 chest compression systems and $1,035,788.91 for 25 Zoll EKG monitors (unanimous)
• Approved Love Locks public art sculpture at Savannah Rapids Park (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 22-09 suspending utility encroachment permitting fee collections (unanimous)
• Approved easement agreements with Georgia Power and USPS for sewer projects (unanimous)

General

The Columbia County Construction Board is meeting to approve previous meeting minutes and review a reports on permits and inspections from January 2022. The board will also address an upcoming formal complaint.

• Approval of November 30, 2021 meeting minutes
• Discussion of an upcoming formal complaint
• Review of January 2022 Permits & Inspections Report

Community and Emergency Services

The Community and Emergency Services Committee is meeting to discuss new business regarding public art and fire department equipment. The body will also review fire response and budget reports.

• Love Locks Public Art Sculpture at Savannah Rapids Park
• Request to purchase 18 Lucas 3 chest compression systems
• Request to purchase 25 Zoll X-Series EKG monitors
• 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 Board of Commissioners: a Love Locks public art sculpture proposal, the purchase of 18 Lucas 3 chest compression systems for $387,532.36, and the purchase of 25 Zoll X-Series EKG monitors with a software agreement for $1,035,788.91. All purchases are funded by ARPA funds. The committee also approved the minutes from the January 25, 2022 meeting.

• Approved forwarding Love Locks Public Art Sculpture proposal to BOC Debate Agenda
• Approved forwarding $387,532.36 purchase of 18 Lucas 3 chest compression systems to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding $1,035,788.91 purchase of 25 Zoll X-Series EKG monitors and software agreement to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved minutes of January 25, 2022 meeting

Public Works Services

The Public Works and Engineering Services Committee is meeting to discuss professional service agreements, construction change orders, and equipment purchases. The body will also consider a resolution regarding utility encroachment permitting fees.

• Professional Services Agreement with Goodwyn Mills Cawood for Building A replacement
• Realignment Agreement with Queensborough National Bank and Trust Company for Evans Town Center Blvd
• Purchase of Mast Arm Poles from Southern Lighting & Traffic Systems for William Few Pkwy and Riverwood Pkwy
• Resolution Number 22-09 regarding Suspension of Utility Encroachment Permitting Fee Collections
• Permanganate System purchase for Jim Blanchard WTP from Merrick

The Public Works and Engineering Services Committee approved forwarding 10 items to the March 1, 2022 Board of Commissioners meeting. These include contracts, purchases, and agreements for projects like the Building A replacement, Plaza Park change order, and a traffic signal application. The committee also approved the minutes from the January 25, 2022 meeting and added a new item to the agenda. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved forwarding the professional services agreement with Goodwyn Mills Cawood for the Building A replacement project ($166,988)
• Approved forwarding change order 1 for Plaza Park to deduct $144,945.23
• Approved forwarding the engineering proposal with Ardurra Group for the annual biosolids land application program ($15,500)
• Approved forwarding the purchase of a permanganate system for Jim Blanchard WTP from Merrick ($250,458)
• Approved forwarding the realignment agreement with Queensborough National Bank for a portion of Evans Town Center Blvd
• Approved forwarding the purchase of stream mitigation credits for Horizon South Parkway widening ($354,990)
• Approved forwarding the purchase of mast arm poles from Southern Lighting & Traffic Systems ($51,600)
• Approved forwarding Resolution 22-09 on suspension of utility encroachment permitting fee collections and the GDOT traffic signal application for South Old Belair Road at Columbia Road

Planning Commission

The Columbia County Planning Commission is reviewing several land use requests, including preliminary plats for residential developments and an industrial park plat. The body will hold public hearings regarding rezoning for residential developments and a variance for a property on Old Anderson Road.

• Public hearing for RZ22-02-02: Rezone 31.02 +/- acres off Wrightsboro Road to PRD and a major revision for 265.94 +/- acres off Baker Place Road
• Public hearing for RZ22-02-03: Rezone 173.55 +/- total acres off Baker Place Road to PUD
• Public hearing for VA22-02-05: Variance for 408 Old Anderson Road
• Preliminary Plats for Highland Lakes Section II (57 lots) and Section III (101 lots) off William Few Parkway
• Individual Plat for White Oak Business Park Phase II (5 lots) off Innovation Parkway

The Columbia County Planning Commission approved several development requests, including preliminary plats for Highland Lakes Sections II and III, an individual plat for White Oak Business Park Phase II, a minor S-1 revision, and two rezoning requests (RZ22-02-02 and RZ22-02-03) with conditions. A variance for 408 Old Anderson Road was approved with conditions by a 3-2 vote. The meeting minutes from February 3, 2022, and the agenda were also approved.

• Approved the February 3, 2022 meeting minutes.
• Approved the February 17, 2022 agenda.
• Approved Preliminary Plat for Highland Lakes Section II (57 lots, 26+/- acres, off William Few Parkway).
• Approved Preliminary Plat for Highland Lakes Section III (101 lots, 65.67+/- acres, off William Few Parkway).
• Approved Individual Plat for White Oak Business Park Phase II (5 lots, 159.74+/- acres, off Innovation Parkway).
• Approved with conditions Minor S-1 Revision RZ22-02-04 at 216 South Belair Road.
• Approved with conditions Rezones RZ22-02-02 Part I and Part II (off Wrightsboro Road and Baker Place Road).
• Approved with conditions Rezone RZ22-02-03 (off Baker Place Road).

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will vote on several land-use variances and a rezoning request off Gateway Boulevard. The meeting includes approvals for county vehicle purchases, a justice center renovation contract, and bond issuance resolutions.

• RZ22-02-01: Rezone 2.77 acres off Gateway Boulevard from R-1 to P-1
• Award of Columbia County Justice Center Annex Renovations to R.D. Brown Contractors, Inc.
• Resolutions 22-07 and 22-08 regarding General Obligation Refunding Bond Series 2022
• Purchase of Chevrolet Traverses for Sheriff's Department and a Bandit Chipper for Roads and Bridges
• Resolutions 22-03 through 22-05 to establish Street Light Districts in Crawford Creek South Phase IX, Johns Landing, and Kelarie Section 5A

The Board approved a $1,684,000 contract with R.D. Brown Contractors for the Justice Center Annex renovation, and approved a $177,451 easement payment for the Horizon South Parkway widening project. Several rezoning and variance requests were approved, including a rezoning for a medical clinic and variances for site grading and buffers. The board also approved resolutions to refund portions of its general obligation bonds.

• Approved the consent agenda, including a $1,684,000 contract with R.D. Brown Contractors for the Justice Center Annex renovation.
• Approved a $177,451 payment to SSB Manufacturing for a permanent and temporary easement for the Horizon South Parkway Road Widening Project.
• Approved a rezoning from R-1 to P-1 for a proposed medical clinic at Tax Map 068 Parcel 960, subject to conditions.
• Approved a variance to reduce the required buffer for property at Tax Map 060 Parcel 1628, with conditions including a 25-foot buffer with a fence.
• Approved a variance to reduce the required buffer for property at Tax Map 060 Parcel 1630, with conditions.
• Approved a variance to revise building setbacks for property at 475 Columbia Industrial Boulevard.
• Approved Resolutions 22-07 and 22-08 to issue General Obligation Refunding Bonds to refund portions of the GO Bond Series 2017 and 2022.
• Approved the second reading of resolutions to establish street light districts in three subdivisions.

Management and Internal Services

The Management and Internal Services Committee is meeting to discuss various county contracts, equipment acquisitions, and administrative updates. The body will review items including a medical society service agreement and personnel policy revisions.

• FY2022 Service Agreement for Richmond County Medical Society Project Access, Inc.
• Purchase of Bandit Chipper for Roads and Bridges
• Purchase of Chevrolet Traverses for Sheriff's Department
• City of Grovetown Master Services Agreement for Heritage Park and Euchee Creek Park
• Revisions to Comprehensive Policy Numbers 104.1 Definitions and 236.1 Catastrophic Leave

The Management and Internal Services Committee approved forwarding 15 items to the February 15, 2022 Board of Commissioners agenda, including service agreements, purchases, and appointments. All items were approved unanimously and will be considered by the full board. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved forwarding FY2022 service agreement with Project Access to BOC consent agenda
• Approved forwarding $855.90 property tax refund to Mark Hopper to BOC consent agenda
• Approved forwarding contract with Angela Chambers for court reporting at $1,733.33/month to BOC consent agenda
• Approved forwarding meeting date change from April 5 to March 29, 2022 to BOC consent agenda
• Approved forwarding policy revisions to Comprehensive Policies 104.1 and 236.1 to BOC debate agenda
• Approved forwarding $185,286 Judicial ARPA Grant addendum to BOC consent agenda
• Approved forwarding purchase of Bandit Chipper for $102,083.20 to BOC consent agenda
• Approved forwarding purchase of three Chevrolet Traverses for $88,002 to BOC consent agenda

Development and Engineering Services

The Development and Planning Services Committee is meeting to discuss several contracts and license applications. Key items include a construction award for the Justice Center Annex and a relocation agreement for the Savannah Rapids Pavilion parking lot.

• Award of BID# 2021036-BID2720 for Columbia County Justice Center Annex Renovations to R.D.Brown Contractors, Inc.
• Atlanta Gas Light Relocation Agreement for Savannah Rapids Pavilion Parking Lot Expansion
• Alcoholic Beverage License for LN Wine & Liquor Inc dba Hot Shot Liquor
• Alcoholic Beverage License for Jennifer Chen dba Baby Jo's
• Alcoholic Beverage License for Ruby Tuesday Operations LLC dba Ruby Tuesday

The Development and Planning Services Committee approved forwarding several items to the Board of Commissioners, including a $1.68 million contract for the Justice Center Annex renovation and a $19,347.64 Atlanta Gas Light relocation agreement. It also forwarded three alcoholic beverage licenses and an encroachment agreement. The committee approved the January 11, 2022 minutes. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved forwarding $1,684,000 Justice Center Annex renovation bid to R.D. Brown Contractors, Inc. to BOC consent agenda
• Approved forwarding $19,347.64 Atlanta Gas Light relocation agreement for Savannah Rapids Pavilion parking lot expansion to BOC consent agenda
• Approved forwarding alcoholic beverage license for LN Wine & Liquor Inc. dba Hot Shot Liquor to BOC consent agenda
• Approved forwarding alcoholic beverage license for Jennifer Chen dba Baby Jo's to BOC consent agenda
• Approved forwarding alcoholic beverage license for Ruby Tuesday Operations LLC dba Ruby Tuesday to BOC consent agenda
• Approved forwarding encroachment agreement for Christopher West and Diana Monticelli (Tax Map 081 508) to BOC consent agenda
• Approved minutes of January 11, 2022 meeting as presented

Planning Commission

The Columbia County Planning Commission is meeting to discuss several land-use requests, including rezoning and variances. The body will review conceptual plans for residential developments and a massage operator's license application.

• RZ21-12-03: Rezone 14.353 acres at 4204 Washington Road from R-2 to PRD
• RZ22-02-01: Rezone 2.77 acres off Gateway Boulevard from R-1 to P-1
• Conceptual Plan for Knollwood: 168 lots on 94.71 acres off Clanton Road & Old Washington Road
• Massage Operator’s License for Chloe Helen Roy dba Helen’s Helping Hands at 4090 Washington Road
• VA22-02-01: Variance for 8.84 acres at 475 Columbia Industrial Boulevard

The Columbia County Planning Commission denied the conceptual plans for Four Oaks Phase III and IV, along with related grading variances, after public concerns. It approved several other items, including a rezoning, a variance, a massage license, and multiple plats and conceptual plans. The meeting also included a withdrawal of a rezoning request and approval of previous minutes.

• Denied Conceptual Plan for Four Oaks Phase IV (44 lots) (unanimous)
• Denied Conceptual Plan for Four Oaks Phase III (22 lots) (3-2)
• Denied Variance VA22-02-03 for major site grading at Four Oaks Phase IV (4-1)
• Denied Variance VA22-02-04 for major site grading at Four Oaks Phase III (3-2)
• Approved with conditions rezoning RZ22-02-01 to P-1 at Gateway Boulevard (unanimous)
• Approved with condition variance VA22-02-02 for buffers at Gateway Boulevard (unanimous)
• Approved with condition variance VA22-02-01 for lot requirements at Columbia Industrial Blvd (unanimous)
• Approved massage operator's license for Helen's Helping Hands (unanimous)

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will consider several zoning variances and a major special revision for properties on Gordon Highway and Columbia Road. The meeting includes votes on infrastructure contracts for sewer lines, safety lighting, and street light districts.

• Variance requests for 3157 & 3165 Gordon Highway and 670 South Old Belair Road
• Major S-1 Special Revision for 46.03 +/- acres at 5462 Columbia Road
• Blair Construction proposal to replace a 12" sewer line in West Lake Subdivision
• First reading of Resolutions 22-03 through 22-05 to establish Street Light Districts
• Georgia Power proposal for safety lighting at various County intersections

The Columbia County Board of Commissioners approved a consent agenda with multiple contracts and donations, and unanimously approved three land-use items: a variance for building height at Gordon Highway, a major S-1 zoning revision at Columbia Road, and a variance with conditions at South Old Belair Road. They also approved first readings for street light districts and several property easement payments.

• Approved consent agenda including Planters Communications dark fiber agreement, $2,100 Animal Services donations, and $60,900 sewer line replacement (unanimous)
• Approved variance for building height up to 86 feet at 3157 & 3165 Gordon Highway (unanimous)
• Approved major S-1 zoning revision to add building at 5462 Columbia Road (unanimous)
• Approved variance with conditions for setbacks/buffers at 670 South Old Belair Road (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Resolutions 22-03 through 22-05 for street light districts (unanimous)
• Approved $26,200 payment to George Snelling for Horizon South Parkway widening (unanimous)
• Accepted easement donation from 3475 Riverwatch Parkway LLC for Kelly Branch Sewer Phase II (unanimous)
• Approved $3,300 payment and accepted easement donations for Wynngate Sewer project (unanimous)

Public Works Services

The Public Works and Engineering Services Committee is reviewing several infrastructure contracts and utility expansions. The meeting includes a public hearing regarding the establishment of street light districts for three specific areas.

• Public hearing and resolutions to establish Street Light Districts for Crawford Creek South Phase IX, Johns Landing, and Kelarie Section 5A
• Justice Center Renovations professional services contract revision with Chris Booker & Associates, P.C.
• Proposal from Advanced Wireless Solutions, Inc. for AMI/Flex-Net Expansion Project
• Proposal with Blair Construction to replace a 12" sewer line in West Lake Subdivision
• Contract with Gearig Civilworks for Full Depth Reclamation on Arthur Grimaud Way

The Public Works and Engineering Services Committee approved forwarding multiple items to the February 1, 2022 Board of Commissioners meeting, including a contract revision for the Justice Center Renovation project, acceptance of a $103,863.61 material donation for a waterline extension, and resolutions to establish street light districts in three subdivisions. All actions were approvals to forward, not final decisions.

• Approved forwarding Justice Center Renovations contract revision with Chris Booker & Associates to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding acceptance of $103,863.61 material donation from Keith Blaschke for Tom Bartles waterline extension
• Approved forwarding AMI/Flex-Net Expansion proposal from Advanced Wireless Solutions to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding Blair Construction sewer line replacement proposal ($60,900) for West Lake Subdivision
• Approved forwarding Resolutions 22-03 through 22-05 to establish street light districts in Crawford Creek South Phase IX, Johns Landing, and Kelarie Section 5A
• Approved forwarding Georgia Power safety lighting proposal for six intersections
• Approved forwarding Stormwater Service Fee Credit Manual revision
• Approved forwarding Gearig Civilworks contract ($60,000) for full depth reclamation on Arthur Grimaud Way

Community and Emergency Services

The Community and Emergency Services Committee is meeting to discuss several service agreements and reports. The body will consider a right-of-use agreement for dark fiber and contracts for CPR training and alert services.

• Planters Communications Indefeasible Right-of-Use Agreement for Dark Fiber/White Oak Rd
• Agreement with Executive CPR and First Aid Training
• Motorola Mach Alert Service Contract Renewal
• Animal Services Donations

The Community and Emergency Services Committee approved forwarding four items to the February 1, 2022 Board of Commissioners Consent Agenda: a dark fiber agreement with Planters Communications for White Oak Road, acceptance of $2,100 in Animal Services donations, an agreement with Executive CPR and First Aid Training, and renewal of the Motorola Mach Alert service contract. The committee also unanimously approved the minutes from the December 14, 2021 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved forwarding Planters Communications dark fiber agreement for White Oak Road to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding $2,100 Animal Services donations for medical care and spay/neuter to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding Executive CPR and First Aid Training agreement to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding Motorola Mach Alert service contract renewal to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved minutes of December 14, 2021 meeting (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider several final plats for residential developments and multiple massage operator's licenses. The body will also hold public hearings regarding a special revision and a variance request.

• Final Plats for Yelton Farms (3340 Ray Owens Road), Wrights Farm Section 2 (Reynolds Road), and Royal Oak & Linsmore II (Canterbury Farms Parkway)
• Variance request VA22-01-02 for 3157 & 3165 Gordon Highway
• Variance request VA22-01-03 for 670 South Old Belair Road
• Major S-1 Revision for 5462 Columbia Road
• Six massage operator's license applications for various locations

The Columbia County Planning Commission approved all items on the agenda, including a variance for properties on Gordon Highway, several massage operator licenses, final plats for three subdivisions, a major S-1 revision, and a variance on South Old Belair Road. All votes were unanimous with four commissioners present.

• Approved variance VA22-01-02 for 3157 & 3165 Gordon Highway (unanimous)
• Approved temporary use authorization at 1142 Lakeview Drive (unanimous)
• Approved massage licenses for C-Y Transformations, Faith ONeill, Michelle Schmidt, Amera Fischer, Your Me Time Massage & Spa, and Kristen Luke (unanimous)
• Approved final plat for Yelton Farms, 17 lots at 3340 Ray Owens Road (unanimous)
• Approved final plat for Wrights Farm Section 2, 79 lots off Reynolds Road (unanimous)
• Approved final plat for Royal Oak & Linsmore II, 73 lots off Canterbury Farms Parkway (unanimous)
• Approved major S-1 revision RZ22-01-06 at 5462 Columbia Road (unanimous)
• Approved variance VA22-01-03 at 670 South Old Belair Road with conditions (unanimous)

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will discuss several rezoning requests and PUD revisions. The body is also considering a resolution to halt the issuance of new alcohol licenses for off-premise consumption of distilled spirits.

• Resolution Number 22-06 to halt new alcohol licenses for off-premise consumption of distilled spirits
• Rezone request for 5457 Tubman Road from S-1 to R-A
• Rezone request for 4165 Wheeler Road from C-1 to M-1
• Rezone request for 1209 Lakeview Drive from R-A to S-1
• Professional services contract with JLA for Columbia County Fire Rescue, Station 2 Replacement

The Columbia County Board of Commissioners approved the consent agenda, including purchases and agreements, and several rezoning requests. They also approved a resolution halting new off-premise distilled spirits licenses. All votes were unanimous except for one rezoning that passed 4-1.

• Approved consent agenda with purchases and agreements (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning from S-1 to R-A at 5457 Tubman Road (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning from C-1 to M-1 at 4165 Wheeler Road (unanimous)
• Approved variances for 4165 Wheeler Road with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved Major PUD revisions at 1028 and 1030 Bartram Ridge (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning from R-A to S-1 at 1209 Lakeview Drive (4-1)
• Approved Resolution 22-06 halting new off-premise distilled spirits licenses (unanimous)

Development and Engineering Services

The Development and Planning Services Committee is meeting to discuss professional services contracts and alcoholic beverage licenses. The body will also review requests for an ancillary dwelling and final plats for two development projects.

• Professional Services Contract with JLA for Columbia County Fire Rescue, Station 2 Replacement
• Agreement with Schindler Elevator Corporation for the Harlem Library
• Alcoholic Beverage Licenses for Dharti 1982 LLC (Speedy Liquor & Wine) and Frey Enterprises LLC (Buzzed Bull Creamery & Roll On In)
• Ancillary Dwelling request for 130 Lake Ridge Trail
• Final Plats for Wrights Farm Section 2 (Wrightsboro Road) and Royal Oak and Linsmore Section II (Chamblin Road)

The Development and Planning Services Committee approved forwarding several items to the January 18, 2022 Board of Commissioners meeting, including a $224,000 professional services contract for Fire Station 2 replacement, an elevator agreement for Harlem Library, two alcoholic beverage licenses, an ancillary dwelling request, and two final plats. All items were approved unanimously and will be considered by the full Board.

• Approved forwarding $224,000 contract with JLA for Fire Station 2 replacement to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding $9,567 agreement with Schindler Elevator for Harlem Library to BOC Debate Agenda
• Approved forwarding alcoholic beverage license for Dharti 1982 LLC dba Speedy Liquor & Wine to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding alcoholic beverage license for Frey Enterprises LLC dba Buzzed Bull Creamery & Roll On In to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding ancillary dwelling request at 130 Lake Ridge Trail to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding final plat for Wrights Farm Section 2 with 2-year warranty to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding final plat for Royal Oak and Linsmore Section II with 2-year warranty to BOC Consent Agenda

Management and Internal Services

The Management and Internal Services Committee will discuss board appointments and a Homeland Security Grant Program agreement. The body is also reviewing the purchase of John Deere 5100 tractors and a surplus agreement with Sunset Auction Company, Inc.

• FY2020 Homeland Security Grant Program Agreement with Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency
• Purchase of John Deere 5100 Tractors
• Agreement with Sunset Auction Company, Inc for County Surplus
• Memorandum of Understanding with the Board of Education for ARPA funding
• Use of Mission Square 401(a) Forfeiture Assets

The Management and Internal Services Committee approved forwarding several items to the January 18, 2022 Board of Commissioners Consent Agenda, including board appointments, a $37,863 homeland security grant agreement, purchase of three John Deere tractors for $229,966.50, use of Mission Square 401(a) forfeiture assets, an auction agreement for surplus, and an ARPA MOU with the Board of Education. The committee also approved the December 14, 2021 minutes. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved forwarding board and committee appointments to BOC Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding FY2020 Homeland Security Grant agreement ($37,863) to BOC
• Approved forwarding purchase of three John Deere 5100 tractors ($229,966.50) to BOC
• Approved forwarding use of Mission Square 401(a) forfeiture assets to BOC
• Approved forwarding agreement with Sunset Auction Company for surplus sale to BOC
• Approved forwarding ARPA MOU with Board of Education to BOC
• Approved December 14, 2021 minutes (unanimous)

General

The Special Called Audit Committee will meet to discuss the Fiscal Year 2020/2021 Audit Results Summary. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the December 14, 2021 meeting.

• Fiscal Year 2020/2021 Audit Results Summary

The Audit Committee met and received a presentation from Cherry Bekaert on the Fiscal Year 2020/2021 audit results. The auditor reported a clean (unmodified) opinion, no material weaknesses, and no compliance findings. The committee approved the minutes from the December 14, 2021 meeting.

• Approved minutes of December 14, 2021 Audit Committee meeting (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Columbia County Planning Commission will review several land-use changes, including rezoning requests and variances. The body will also consider a massage operator's license and elect officers.

• Massage Operator’s License for Sol Cave and Spa LLC at 7013 Evans Town Center Boulevard Suite 201
• Rezone from S-1 to R-A for 7.34 +/- acres at 5457 Tubman Road
• Rezone from C-1 to M-1 and variances for 0.68 +/- acres at 4165 Wheeler Road
• Major PUD Revisions for 1028 Bartram Ridge and 1030 Bartram Ridge
• Rezone from R-A to S-1 for 21.2 +/- acres at 1209 Lakeview Drive

The Columbia County Planning Commission approved several rezoning requests, variances, and a massage operator's license, all unanimously. A variance request for properties on Gordon Highway was postponed to January 20, 2022. The meeting was otherwise procedural, with no other substantive decisions.

• Approved massage operator's license for Sol Cave and Spa LLC (unanimous)
• Approved rezone RZ22-01-01 from S-1 to R-A at 5457 Tubman Road (unanimous)
• Approved rezone RZ22-01-02 from C-1 to M-1 at 4165 Wheeler Road (unanimous)
• Approved variances VA22-01-01 with conditions at 4165 Wheeler Road (unanimous)
• Approved Major PUD revisions RZ22-01-03 and RZ22-01-04 with conditions at 1028 and 1030 Bartram Ridge (unanimous)
• Approved rezone RZ22-01-05 from R-A to S-1 with condition at 1209 Lakeview Drive (unanimous)
• Postponed variance VA22-01-02 to January 20, 2022 for properties at 3157 & 3165 Gordon Highway (unanimous)

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will consider resolutions regarding qualifying fees for 2022 county offices and a new redistricting map. Additionally, the board will review a major Planned Unit Development revision near Ronald Reagan Drive and North Belair Road.

• Resolution 22-01: Qualifying fees for 2022 County Office elections
• Resolution 22-02: Redistricting map approval
• RZ21-12-06: Major PUD revision for parcels off Ronald Reagan Drive & North Belair Road
• Easement Encroachment Agreement

The Columbia County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved Resolution 22-01, setting qualifying fees for 2022 elections, and Resolution 22-02, approving a redistricting map for introduction as local legislation. They also approved a major PUD revision and easement encroachment agreement for parcels off Ronald Reagan Drive and North Belair Road, subject to conditions. The meeting was brief and procedural, with no other substantive decisions.

• Approved Resolution 22-01 fixing 2022 qualifying fees (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 22-02 approving redistricting map (unanimous)
• Approved major PUD revision and easement agreement for Tax Map 072 Parcels 231Q & 545 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of December 21, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Re-elected Gary L. Richardson as Vice Chairman (unanimous)