Columbia County public meetings in 2023

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on multiple land use items, including a major PUD revision and various variances. The meeting also includes the review of a final plat for an 81-lot development off Baker Place Road.

• Final Plat for Kelarie Section 7: 81 lots on 29.6 +/- acres off Baker Place Road
• Public Hearing: Rezoning R-A to S-1 at 5019 High Meadows Drive
• Public Hearing: Major PUD Revision for 500 & 502 Furys Ferry Road
• Public Hearing: Variance for telecommunications tower height at 5019 High Meadows Drive
• Public Hearing: Sign variance for 1 Islamic Center Drive

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will review several rezoning applications, including changes for properties on Wrightsboro Road and Columbia Road. The meeting also includes discussions on establishing new street light districts and approving various service agreements.

• Rezoning from PUD to R-A at Wrightsboro Road (Tax Map 029 Parcel 037I)
• Rezoning from R-1 to C-C for 5221, 5233, & 5225 Columbia Road
• Establishment of Street Light Districts in Hanover Place and Canton Park Phase 3
• Agreement with Trane Technologies for Savannah Rapids Pavilion Chiller replacement
• Intergovernmental Agreement with the City of Grovetown for Fire Marshal Services

Management and Internal Services

The Management and Internal Services Committee is meeting to discuss a request for the Public Facilities Authority to issue bonds for projects. The body will also consider a new administrative assistant position for the Victim’s Advocate.

• Request of the Columbia County Public Facilities Authority for the issuance of bonds for projects
• Proposed new Victim’s Advocate Administrative Assistant position
• Fiscal Year 2024 Personnel Savings report
• Year to Date Budget Report
• SPLOST Update

Development and Engineering Services

The Development and Planning Services Committee is meeting to discuss personnel reclassification, service agreements, and alcohol licenses. The body will also consider variance and easement requests for specific residential properties.

• Alcoholic Beverage Licenses for 2 Boys Pizza and Grill LLC, Hampton Inn & Suites Augusta West, Miyako & Rockin Crab, Spirits Drive Thru, and The 1790 Club Inc
• Ancillary Dwelling Variance for 1351 Clary Cut Road
• Easement Encroachment Agreements for 858 Audubon Way and 1413 Knob Hill Circle
• Intergovernmental Agreement with the City of Grovetown for Fire Marshal Services
• Contractor Agreement with Trane Technologies for Savannah Rapids Pavilion Chiller replacement

Community and Emergency Services

The Community and Emergency Services Committee is meeting to discuss new business regarding fire services. The body will review payments and service agreements for training and alert systems.

• Annual payment to Target Solutions, Inc. for Training and Scheduling System
• Service Agreement with Motorola Solutions for the Mach Alert System
• Fire Response Summary Report
• Fire Response Monthly Report
• Year to Date Budget Report for Fire and Emergency Services

Public Works Services

The Public Works and Engineering Services Committee will discuss water utility agreements and engineering projects. The body is reviewing the establishment of street light districts and several no-parking zones. The meeting includes a public hearing regarding street lighting.

• Public hearing and resolutions to establish street light districts for Hanover Place and Canton Park Phase 3
• Resolutions to create 'No Parking' zones on Lower Croft Court, Weston Park Drive, and Grassington Court
• Georgia Power Encroachment Agreement for the Euchee Creek Interceptor Project
• Contractor agreements with GMC for Lakeside Park and W&A Engineering for Ray Owens Rd & White Oak Rd intersection
• Acceptance of improvements for Kelarie Section 7 and Copper Ridge Townhomes Phase 1

Committee Meetings

The Audit Committee is meeting to review the Fiscal Year 2022/2023 Audit Results Summary. The body will also consider draft reports regarding Human Resources and the Performing Arts Center.

• Fiscal Year 2022/2023 Audit Results Summary
• Draft report on Human Resources
• Draft report on Performing Arts Center
• December Internal Audit Update

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on several rezoning requests and variances. The body is also reviewing a final plat for a residential development and a massage operator's license.

• RZ23-12-02: Rezoning 11.1 acres at 5221, 5233, & 5225 Columbia Road from R-1 to C-C
• H1b1: Final plat for Wrights Farm Section III, 80 lots off Wrightsboro Road
• RZ23-12-04: Rezoning 3.0 acres on Rountree Way and Riverwatch Parkway from R-2 to C-2
• H1a1: Massage Operator's License for SLM Massage and Mobile Services at 544 Great Falls
• H1c1: Architectural Review for Parker's Kitchen at 5170 Columbia Road

Public Facilities Authority

The Columbia County Public Facilities Authority will meet to discuss new business and approve previous minutes. The primary item for consideration is a resolution regarding the issuance of revenue bonds for the City of Harlem.

• Resolution 23-01: Issuance of Revenue Bonds for the City of Harlem

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will review zoning revisions for properties on Industrial Park Drive and Gordon Highway. The meeting includes votes on various public works contracts, road improvement agreements, and a second reading of health department fee amendments.

• Zoning revisions for 650 Industrial Park Drive (RZ23-11-04) and 3566 Gordon Highway (RZ23-11-05)
• Contract with Blair Construction for White Oak Phase II Lift Station and Water Main
• Agreement with UTP Productions, Inc. for staff at the Columbia County Performing Arts Center
• Second reading of Resolution 23-51 regarding Columbia County Health Department Environmental Fees
• Executive session to discuss easements and condemnations for Hereford Farm Road and Hardy McManus Road

Community and Emergency Services

The Community and Emergency Services Committee will review several new business items regarding community services and tournament agreements. The meeting also includes staff reports concerning fire and emergency services response and budget data.

• Agreement with UTP Productions, Inc. for union stagehand employees at Columbia County Performing Arts Center
• Independent contractor agreement with Southern Asphalt, LLC for Wildwood Park Campground roadways
• Independent contractor agreement with Bliss Products and Services, Inc. for Wildwood Park Area 1 Campground playground
• Tournament agreement with Major League Fishing (MLFLW) Phoenix Bass Fishing League (BFL)
• Tournament agreement with GA Bulls Soccer Club

Public Works Services

The Public Works and Engineering Services Committee is meeting to discuss utility bids and infrastructure agreements. The body will consider awards for water main projects and various road safety and improvement contracts.

• Award bid and contract to Blair Construction for White Oak Phase II Lift Station and Water Main
• Proposal from Georgia Power for safety lighting at Harlem Grovetown Rd and Louisville Rd/Brown Circle and General Wood Crosswalk
• Purchase of replacement traffic signal equipment for Lewiston Rd Corridor from Presidio
• Independent contractor agreements with Keck & Wood for Clanton Rd and Cranston Engineering for Horizon South Pkwy - Chamblin Rd Connector Rd
• Resolution 23-56 regarding abandonment of a portion of Parcel 078B051P at Wheeler Rd and Flowing Wells Rd

General

The Construction Board is meeting to approve previous minutes and set the date for its next meeting. The board will also receive a year-to-date report on building standards permits and inspections.

• Approval of August 24, 2023 meeting minutes
• Scheduling of next meeting for February 22, 2024
• YTD Building Standards Permits and Inspections Report

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will vote on several rezoning requests and a contract for tennis court renovations. The body will also discuss a resolution urging Georgia to improve mental health services and review property easements for the Hereford Farm Road widening project.

• Rezoning requests for 4528 Hereford Farm Road, 4933 Hereford Farm Road, and 4136 Day Road
• Award of BID#2023020-BID3000 for Columbia County Tennis Courts Renovations to Continental Construction Company
• Resolution Number 23-53 urging the Governor and General Assembly to reform mental health services
• Alcoholic Beverage Licenses for Seoul Kitchen and Ivy Falls Wine and Spirits
• Easements for the Hereford Farm Road widening project involving multiple parcels

Planning Commission

The Columbia County Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two zoning revisions. The body will also consider a massage operator's license application.

• Massage Operator's License for Rosewater Spa & Wellness LLC at 620 Ponder Place Drive
• RZ23-11-04: Major PUD Revision for 1.9 +/- acres at 650 Industrial Park Drive
• RZ23-11-05: Major S-1 Revision for 9.87 +/- acres at 3566 Gordon Highway

Development and Engineering Services

The Development and Planning Services Committee is meeting to discuss project funding, contract awards, and business licenses. The body will review requests for landscaping funds and an easement agreement for a residential property.

• Additional funding for the Washington Rd Gateway Landscaping Project
• Award of BID#2023020-BID3000 for Columbia County Tennis Courts Renovations to Continental Construction Company
• Alcoholic Beverage License for MJ Family Korean Kitchen Inc dba Seoul Kitchen
• Alcoholic Beverage License for S 12 Enterprises LLC dba Ivy Falls Wine and Spirits
• Easement Encroachment Agreement for 204 Holden Drive

Public Facilities Authority

The Columbia County Public Facilities Authority will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and discuss pending applications. The agenda consists primarily of procedural items.

• Approval of September 13, 2023 Executive and Regular Session Minutes
• Discussion of pending applications

Management and Internal Services

The Management and Internal Services Committee is meeting to discuss several resolutions and procurement items. The body will review requests for sheriff's office equipment, vehicle purchases, and a transportation sub-contract.

• Resolution 23-53 urging Georgia's Governor and General Assembly to reform mental health services
• Purchase of fingerprinting equipment for the Columbia County Sheriff's Office
• Resolution 23-50 establishing participation in The Interlocal Purchasing System (TIPS)
• Sub-contract agreement with Deanna Specialty Transportation, Inc. for Columbia County Transit
• Application for FY2024 Transportation Trust Fund Program Allocation from the Georgia Department of Transportation

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will discuss the purchase of a fire pumper and heavy rescue unit. The meeting includes decisions on zoning revisions, variances, and several infrastructure contracts. The board will also address property easements for road widening and drainage projects.

• Purchase of a stock Fire Pumper and Heavy Rescue unit from Pierce Manufacturing
• RZ23-10-04: Major PRD Revision for 4045 Evans to Locks Road
• VA23-10-01: Variance for 3545 Riverwatch Parkway
• Contract with The Development Group for abatement and demolition for Furys Ferry Road Widening Project
• Agreement with Ardurra for the Chastain Place Turn Lane Project

Planning Commission

The Columbia County Planning Commission will hold public hearings on four rezoning and special revision requests. The body will also consider two massage operator's license applications.

• Massage Operator's License for Jenny Goeddel dba Revive Massage and Bodywork at 1106 Fury's Lane Unit B
• Massage Operator's License for Connie Rountree Massage Therapy LLC at 807-B Oakhurst Drive
• Public hearing for Euchee Creek Dog Boarding at 5594 Harlem Grovetown Road
• RZ23-11-02: Rezoning from R-1 to S-1 at 4933 Hereford Farm Road
• RZ23-11-03: Rezoning from R-2 to R-1 at 4136 Day Road and off Summer Place

Community and Emergency Services

The Community and Emergency Services Committee will meet to discuss a proclamation for retired educators. The committee will also review fire response and budget reports.

• Proclamation Honoring Retired Educators
• Fire Response Summary Report
• Fire Response Monthly Report
• Year to Date Budget Report for Fire and Emergency Services

Public Works Services

The Public Works and Engineering Services Committee is meeting to discuss several independent contractor agreements and easement acceptances. The body will also review water utility budget and construction reports.

• Contract with The Development Group for demolition on the Furys Ferry Road Widening Project
• Contract with Ardurra for the Chastain Place Turn Lane Project
• Agreement with University of Georgia Research Foundation, Inc. for Lakeside Park 319(h) Grant Project water monitoring
• Contract with Benesch for the Euchee Creek Greenway Multi-Use Trail Project
• Easement acceptance from River Island Property Owners Association, Inc. and Blackstone Investors, LLC for Blackstone Camp Road sidewalks

General

The Columbia County Hospital Authority is meeting to approve previous meeting minutes and discuss a supplemental resolution regarding revenue anticipation certificates. The meeting includes a scheduled executive session.

• Resolution Number 23-02 Supplemental of the Certificate Resolution of Columbia County Hospital Authority (Series 2023 Revenue Anticipation Certificates)
• Approval of July 19, 2023 Regular and Executive Session Minutes

Planning Commission

The Columbia County Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a buffer variance and a residential development revision. The body will also consider the approval of minutes from the October 5, 2023 meeting.

• Public hearing for VA23-10-01: Variance to Section 90-139 Buffers & Screening at 3545 Riverwatch Parkway
• Public hearing for RZ23-10-04: Major Planned Residential Development (PRD) Revision at 4045 Evans to Locks Road

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will consider several rezoning requests and a permitting and licensing software agreement. The meeting includes decisions on easement encroachments and a construction contract for fleet services HVAC improvements.

• Software Agreement with Clariti Cloud, Inc. and Unisys Corporation for Permitting and Licensing Solution
• Rezoning of 1808 Lonergan Hulme Road from M-1 to R-A
• Conditional use for Indoor Animal Care at 4104 Colben Boulevard
• Construction contract award to Gold Mech, Inc. for Fleet Services HVAC Improvements
• Major PUD Revision for 500 Oxbow Drive

Management and Internal Services

The Management and Internal Services Committee is meeting to discuss various county service agreements and technology upgrades. The body will consider fee schedule amendments for the health department and several software and consulting contracts.

• Resolution Number 23-51: Amendment to Columbia County Health Department Environmental Fees
• FY24 Service Agreements with Concerned Women Inc and Hattie Mae and Deborah Marshall Scholarship Foundation
• Technology Consulting and Services Agreement with Harpe Engineering
• Software Agreement with Clariti Cloud, Inc. and Implementation Services Agreement with Unisys Corporation for Permitting and Licensing Solution
• Agreement with Presidio for County Computer Network upgrades

Development and Engineering Services

The Development and Planning Services Committee is meeting to review a construction contract for fleet services and two easement encroachment agreements. The body will also consider an alcoholic beverage license application.

• Construction contract for Fleet Services HVAC Improvements to Gold Mech, Inc.
• Alcoholic Beverage License for Evergreen Alliance Golf Limited LP dba Champions Retreat Golf Club
• Easement Encroachment Agreement for 2133 Sinclair Drive (0.2 +/- Acres)
• Easement Encroachment Agreement for 4272 Washington Road (9.5 +/- acres)

Planning Commission

The Columbia County Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding four specific property requests. These include rezoning applications and a conditional use request for animal care.

• Public hearing for Frosty Lou LLC at 6218 Old Union Road (2.19 +/- acres)
• RZ23-10-01: Rezoning from M-1 to R-A at 1808 Lonergan Hulme Road (4.00 +/- acres)
• RZ23-10-02: Conditional use for Indoor Animal Care at 4104 Colben Boulevard (1.00 +/- acres)
• RZ23-10-03: Major PUD Revision at 500 Oxbow Drive (1.91 +/- acres)

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will discuss zoning text amendments and specific rezoning requests. The meeting includes votes on multiple infrastructure contracts and easements for road widening and interceptor projects.

• Rezoning of 5585 White Oak Road from Residential Agricultural to Special
• Contract with Kuhlke Construction & Associates Inc. for Columbia County Fire Rescue 2 Replacement
• Second reading of Ordinance Number 23-03 regarding Zoning Chapter 90 text amendments
• Easements for the Euchee Creek Interceptor, Hardy McManus Road, and Hereford Farm Road projects
• Alcoholic Beverage License for Trishlom LLC dba Super Lotto

Public Works Services

The Public Works and Engineering Services Committee is reviewing several independent contractor agreements and project awards. The body will discuss infrastructure improvements for roads and water utilities, as well as the replacement of Fire Rescue Station 2.

• Award of BID#2023021-BID2720 for Columbia County Fire Rescue 2 Replacement to Kuhlke Construction & Associates Inc.
• Contract with WSP USA Environment and Infrastructure, Inc. for Fire Rescue Station 2 inspections and testing
• Contract with Keck & Wood for Washington Rd at William Few Pkwy Intersection Operational Improvements
• Contract with W & A Engineering, LLC. for Ray Owens Rd at White Oak Rd Intersection Improvement
• Lease agreement amendment with New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC. for AT&T Antenna at 5984 Columbia Road

Community and Emergency Services

The Community and Emergency Services Committee will meet to review animal services donations. The session also includes staff reports on fire response and the year-to-date budget.

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

Planning Commission

The Columbia County Planning Commission will meet to discuss a temporary use authorization, a rezoning request, a PUD revision, and a variance. These items involve properties on Minyards Court, White Oak Road, Champions Circle, and Gateway Blvd.

• Temporary Use Authorization: 6005 Minyards Court (2.75 +/- acres)
• RZ23-09-01: Rezoning from R-A to S-1 at 5585 White Oak Road (6.00 +/- acres)
• RZ23-09-02: Major PUD Revision at 1870 Champions Circle (0.78 +/- acres)
• VA23-09-01: Variance to Section 90-98 at 4036 Gateway Blvd (0.93 +/- acres)

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss several land sales, including portions of John Deere Parkway and Evans Town Center Blvd. The agenda includes a first reading of a zoning text amendment and various contract approvals for inmate medical and treatment services.

• Sale of a portion of John Deere Parkway to Deere & Company
• Sale of a portion of Evans Town Center Blvd to Queensborough National Bank & Trust Company
• Ordinance Number 23-03, Text Amendment to Chapter 90 Zoning (First Reading)
• Ancillary Dwelling Variance for 656 Bent Creek Drive
• Resolution 23-47 Amending the Residential Street Light Tax Districts (Second Reading)

General

The Columbia County Public Facilities Authority is meeting to conduct organizational business. The body will vote on the election of officers and the approval of bylaws.

• Election of Officers
• Approval of Bylaws

Management and Internal Services

The Management and Internal Services Committee is meeting to discuss various county contracts and appointments. The body will consider amendments to medical services for inmates and several technology and transportation agreements.

• Amendment Number 1 to CorrectHealth Columbia, LLC for Inmate Medical Services
• Judicial Circuit Accountability Court contracts with DeVose & Associates and Russell Corley
• Purchase of 1/2 Ton Trucks
• Cisco Enterprise Agreement and Smartnet Renewal payment authorizations
• C3BU Dark Fiber Indefeasible Right of Use (IRU) Agreement with Gentry Fund

The Management and Internal Services Committee approved forwarding numerous items to the September 19 Board of Commissioners consent agenda, including appointments, contracts, grants, and purchases. All listed actions were approved for forwarding; no items were denied or tabled. The meeting concluded with an executive‑session personnel item also forwarded for approval.

• Approved forwarding appointment of Kellie Johnson to Convention and Visitors Bureau Board (term ending Dec 31 2023)
• Approved forwarding $904,005.36 amendment to CorrectHealth Columbia, LLC for inmate medical services
• Approved forwarding contract with DeVose & Associates for Judicial Circuit Accountability Court treatment services
• Approved forwarding contracts with Russell Corley for transportation and substance‑use testing for Judicial Circuit Accountability Court
• Approved forwarding $6,000 ACCG Group Self‑Insurance Workers’ Compensation Fund employee safety grant
• Approved forwarding purchase of thirteen Ram 1500 trucks for $546,000
• Approved forwarding $1,119,820.89 independent contract with SHI International Corp. for IT disaster recovery site
• Approved forwarding $101,932.16 Cisco Enterprise Agreement payment authorization for 2023‑2024

Development and Engineering Services

The Development and Planning Services Committee will discuss a construction change order for the 911 Center Addition and two business license applications. The body will also consider a variance for an ancillary dwelling at 656 Bent Creek Drive.

• Change Order Number 1 with Sommers Construction for 911 Center Addition
• Arcade Operator's License for Owens Holdings II LLC dba Retro City Arcade
• Alcoholic Beverage License for Trishlom LLC dba Super Lotto
• Ancillary Dwelling Variance for 656 Bent Creek Drive (Tax map 059 Parcel 135)

The Development and Planning Services Committee unanimously approved the minutes from the August 8, 2023 meeting. It also approved forwarding four items to the Board of Commissioners: a $6,115.84 change order with Sommers Construction for the 911 Center addition, an Arcade Operator's License for Owens Holdings II LLC dba Retro City Arcade, an Alcoholic Beverage License for Trishlom LLC dba Super Lotto, and an ancillary dwelling variance for 656 Bent Creek Drive. Each item was placed on the consent agenda for board consideration on the specified future dates.

• Approved August 8, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved forwarding $6,115.84 change order with Sommers Construction for 911 Center addition
• Approved forwarding Arcade Operator's License for Owens Holdings II LLC dba Retro City Arcade
• Approved forwarding Alcoholic Beverage License for Trishlom LLC dba Super Lotto
• Approved forwarding ancillary dwelling variance for 656 Bent Creek Drive (Tax map 059 Parcel 135)

Committee Meetings

The Audit Committee is meeting to review draft reports for specific county divisions and receive an internal audit update. The body will also consider the approval of minutes from the June 13, 2023 meeting.

• Draft report: Engineering Services Division
• Draft report: Tax Commissioner
• Draft report: Juvenile Court
• Internal Audit Update

The committee approved the minutes from the June 13, 2023 Audit Committee meeting by a unanimous vote. The agenda was presented by Chairman Melear. Draft reports for Engineering Services, Tax Commissioner, and Juvenile Court were delivered to the committee. An internal audit report for the Engineering Services Division was discussed.

• Approved June 13, 2023 Audit Committee minutes (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Columbia County Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding two specific property requests. The body will also consider text amendments to the zoning code.

• Public hearing for 3107 Carillon Way (MW23-09-01)
• Public hearing for 4078 Briarwood Court (MW23-09-02)
• Proposed text amendments to Chapter 90 Zoning, Section 90-97 and Section 90-147

The Planning Commission approved a text amendment to Chapter 90 Zoning regarding allowed uses and use provisions. The commission also approved two variance requests for residential properties. All decisions were made following public hearings.

• Approved Text Amendment to Chapter 90 Zoning, Section 90-97 and Section 90-147 (4-1)
• Approved variance MW23-09-01 for 3107 Carillon Way to reduce front setback from 30 to 27 feet (unanimous)
• Approved variance MW23-09-02 for 4078 Briarwood Court (unanimous)
• Approved August 17th, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved September 7th, 2023 agenda (unanimous)

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will consider several Planned Unit Development revisions and a rezoning request on Washington Road. The meeting also includes votes on various public works contracts, street lighting procedures, and property easements for road widening projects.

• Rezoning of 6697 Washington Road to C-2 with Conditional Use for Retail Package Sales
• PUD revisions for 2335, 2339, and 2341 Laurens Street
• Resolution 23-47 regarding Residential Street Light Tax Districts
• Contract with Blair Construction for Water Utility Laydown Yard and Campus Stormwater Improvements
• Project Delivery Agreement with GDOT for Clanton Road Improvements

The Board of Commissioners approved several infrastructure contracts, including a $593,685.80 resurfacing change order and traffic signal equipment. They also granted three PUD revisions for front-load garages and one rezoning for retail package sales. Personnel promotions in Facility Management and various easement donations were also approved.

• Approved $593,685.80 change order with ER Snell for TIA 2 group 2 resurfacing
• Approved $360,587.89 purchase for traffic signal equipment
• Approved three Major PUD Revisions for front-load garages at 2335, 2339, and 2341 Laurens Street
• Approved rezoning of 6697 Washington Road to C-2 with Conditional Use for Retail Package Sales
• Approved $365,776 contract with Blair Construction for Water Utility Campus stormwater improvements
• Approved $122,715.37 agreement with Bliss Products and Services for Martinez Dog Park shelters
• Approved Resolution 23-46 for the issuance of Revenue Anticipation Certificates by the Hospital Authority
• Approved promotions and salary changes for six employees in Facility Management

General

The Columbia County Construction Board will meet to approve minutes from the May 25, 2023 meeting. The board will also review the monthly permit report.

• Approval of May 25, 2023 meeting minutes
• Monthly Permit Report

Community and Emergency Services

The Community and Emergency Services Committee is meeting to discuss various contractor agreements and equipment purchases. The body will review items related to juvenile court, park amenities, and fire department software.

• Juvenile Court Independent Contractor Agreement with Jordan Michael Hanson
• Agreement with Fiserv, Inc. for Clover Sport Point of Sale System
• Independent Contract Agreement with Bliss Products and Services, Inc. for Martinez Park dog park shelters
• Independent Contractor Agreement with Petersburg Tennis Academy, LLC for tennis instruction
• Purchase of ProAQ medical dispatch software and Motorola Flex ProQA interface

The Community and Emergency Services Committee approved forwarding several contracts, equipment purchases, and proclamations to the September 5, 2023 Board of Commissioners Consent Agenda. These items include park improvements, fire service software, and community instruction agreements.

• Approved forwarding Juvenile Court agreement with Jordan Michael Hanson to Board of Commissioners
• Approved forwarding $59,088 Clover Sport POS agreement with Fiserv, Inc. to Board of Commissioners
• Approved forwarding $122,715.37 Martinez Park dog park shelter agreement with Bliss Products and Services, Inc. to Board of Commissioners
• Approved forwarding $2,406 in Animal Services donations to Board of Commissioners
• Approved forwarding tennis instruction agreement with Petersburg Tennis Academy, LLC. to Board of Commissioners
• Approved forwarding $238,633.32 Wildwood Park Campground purchase to Board of Commissioners
• Approved forwarding $61,020.78 MityLite, Inc. banquet chair purchase for Savannah Rapids Pavilion to Board of Commissioners
• Approved forwarding $65,194.95 ProQA software and Motorola interface purchase to Board of Commissioners

Public Works Services

The Public Works and Engineering Services Committee is discussing various utility and road projects. The body will review contracts for water utility improvements, traffic signal equipment, and road widening efforts.

• Easement Encroachment Agreement for 126 Autumn Leaf Way
• Contracts with Blair Construction and SRM Concrete for Water Utility Laydown Yard and Stormwater Improvements
• Intergovernmental Agreement with City of Grovetown for Harlem Grovetown Road
• Project Delivery Agreement with GDOT for Clanton Road Improvements
• Contract with The Development Company for demolition for the Hardy McManus Road Widening Project

The Public Works and Engineering Services Committee approved forwarding several contracts, equipment purchases, and agreements to the September 5, 2023 Board of Commissioners Consent Agenda. These items include road improvements, water utility projects, and vehicle purchases.

• Approved forwarding purchase of two Ford F250 trucks ($123,956) and three Ram 2500 trucks ($167,163)
• Approved forwarding $365,776 contract with Blair Construction for Water Utility Campus stormwater improvements
• Approved forwarding $360,587.89 purchase for traffic signal equipment from Utilicom, 360 Network Solutions, Temple and Rythm
• Approved forwarding $593,685.80 change order with ER Snell for TIA 2 group 2 resurfacing
• Approved forwarding $248,381 contract with Georgia Environmental Protection Division for Lakeside Park pollution grant
• Approved forwarding easement encroachment agreement for 126 Autumn Leaf Way
• Approved forwarding IGA with City of Grovetown for Harlem Grovetown Road
• Approved forwarding agreement with The Development Company for demolition for Hardy McManus Road widening

Planning Commission

The Columbia County Planning Commission is meeting to discuss several residential conceptual plans and final plats. The body will also hold public hearings regarding PUD revisions and a commercial rezoning request for retail package sales.

• Massage Operator's License for Glo Away Massage LLC at 3801 Washington Road Suite B
• Conceptual plans for Marshall Mills (81 lots) and Greenpoint North Phase 1 (128 lots)
• Final plat for Swint Road (13 lots)
• Public hearing for Fritz Landscaping at 873 Louisville Road
• Rezoning request for 6697 Washington Road to C-2 with Conditional Use for Retail Package Sales

The Commission unanimously approved two conceptual residential plans, one final plat, and a massage operator's license. It also recommended approval for four rezoning and PUD revisions and approved a provisional home occupation permit.

• Approved Massage Operator’s License for Glo Away Massage LLC (unanimous)
• Approved Conceptual Plan for Marshall Mills, 81 lots (unanimous)
• Approved Conceptual Plan for Greenpoint North Phase 1, 128 lots (unanimous)
• Approved Final Plat for Swint Road, 13 lots (unanimous)
• Approved Provisional Home Occupation for Fritz Landscaping (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of PUD Revisions for 2335, 2339, and 2341 Laurens Street (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of rezoning for 6697 Washington Road for Retail Package Sales (unanimous)

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners is meeting to conduct a public hearing regarding the millage rate. The session also includes the approval of minutes from the August 08, 2023 meeting.

• Public hearing on millage rate

The Board of Commissioners conducted a public hearing regarding the proposed millage rate. County Manager Johnson presented data on current and proposed rates, and three members of the public provided comments. No final vote on the millage rate was recorded during this meeting.

• Approved August 08, 2023 minutes (unanimous)

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will vote on establishing the 2023 millage rate for ad valorem property taxes. The meeting also includes decisions on personnel for the Sheriff's Office, road widening projects, and ancillary dwelling requests.

• Resolution 23-39 to establish the 2023 millage rate for ad valorem taxes
• Additional personnel for the Columbia County Sheriff's Office
• Ancillary dwelling requests for 623 Blanchard Road and 805 Little River Lane
• Hardy McManus Rd Widening Project amended option for Parcel 065 012
• Change Order 1 for Patriot's Park Turn Lanes with J A Long, Inc.

The Board of Commissioners unanimously approved Resolution 23-39 to set the 2023 millage rate for ad valorem property taxes. Other actions included approving several vehicle and equipment purchases and authorizing payments for road project easements.

• Approved Resolution 23-39 to establish 2023 millage rate (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 14 Dodge Chargers for $511,274.54
• Approved $50,000 change order for Patriot's Park Turn Lanes
• Approved four additional school crossing guard positions
• Approved ancillary dwellings for 623 Blanchard Road and 805 Little River Lane
• Approved $261,300 in total payments for Hardy McManus Road widening easements
• Approved $16,000 payment for Hereford Farm Road widening easement
• Appointed Gary Richardson, Connie Melear, Scott Johnson, and Andy Finch to Public Facilities Authority

Management and Internal Services

The Management and Internal Services Committee is meeting to review personnel additions for the Columbia County Sheriff's Office and various internal service contracts. The body will also discuss safety incentive discounts and technology agreements including dark fiber and software licensing.

• Additional Personnel for the Columbia County Sheriff's Office
• C3BU Dark Fiber IRU with Segra
• Annual Support Agreement and License Agreement for iasWorld Software 2023-2024
• Purchase of Vehicles and Equipment
• Public Facilities Authority Board Appointments

The Management and Internal Services Committee approved several items for forwarding to the August 15, 2023 Board of Commissioners meeting. These include vehicle and equipment acquisitions, personnel additions for the Sheriff's Office, and board appointments.

• Approved forwarding appointments of Gary Richardson, Scott Johnson, Connie Melear, and Andy Finch to the Public Facilities Authority
• Approved forwarding four additional school crossing guard positions for the Sheriff's Office
• Approved forwarding purchase of 14 Dodge Chargers ($511,274.54), one Elgin Sweeper ($381,900), six Grasshopper Mowers ($99,943.80), two Ford Transit Vans ($105,270), one Dodge Durango ($40,355), two Ram 3500s ($131,154), and one Excavator ($123,366)
• Approved forwarding $720 annual cell phone allowance for Fleet Services Parts Clerk (Position 1838)
• Approved forwarding C3BU Dark Fiber IRU with Segra
• Approved forwarding Annual Support and License Agreement with Tyler Technologies for iasWorld Software
• Approved forwarding ACCG GSIWCF and ACCG-IRMA Safety Incentive Discounts for 2024
• Approved forwarding proclamation recognizing India Day on August 26, 2023

Development and Engineering Services

The Development and Planning Services Committee will discuss a gas line replacement agreement and a change order for road work. The body will also consider two requests for ancillary dwellings on Blanchard Road and Little River Lane.

• Atlanta Gas Light agreement for Justice Center Gas line replacement
• Change Order 1 for Patriot's Park Turn Lanes with J A Long, Inc.
• Ancillary Dwelling request for 623 Blanchard Road (zoned R-1)
• Ancillary Dwelling request for 805 Little River Lane (zoned R-4)

The Development and Planning Services Committee approved forwarding several contracts and zoning requests to the August 15, 2023 Board of Commissioners Consent Agenda. These items include a gas line replacement and two ancillary dwelling requests.

• Approved July 11, 2023 meeting minutes
• Forwarded Atlanta Gas Light Justice Center gas line replacement contract to Board of Commissioners
• Forwarded $50,000 change order for Patriot's Park Turn Lanes (JA Long, Inc.) to Board of Commissioners
• Forwarded ancillary dwelling request for 623 Blanchard Road (Tax Map 072 Parcel 123A) to Board of Commissioners
• Forwarded ancillary dwelling request for 805 Little River Lane (Tax Map 014 Parcel 103) to Board of Commissioners

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners is meeting to conduct a public hearing regarding the millage rate. The session also includes the approval of minutes from the August 1, 2023 meeting.

• Public hearing on millage rate

The Board of Commissioners held a public hearing regarding a proposed millage rate of 4.895 mills, which is an increase of .253 mills. No public comments were made. A subsequent public hearing is scheduled for August 15 at 6:00 p.m.

• Approved August 01, 2023 minutes (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Columbia County Planning Commission will meet to discuss new business and text amendments. The primary item for consideration is a license application for a massage operator.

• Massage Operator's License for Xinga Wellness LLC at 4158 Washington Road Unit #10

The Planning Commission approved a massage operator's license for a specific business location on Washington Road. The commission also approved the agenda and the minutes from the July 20, 2023 meeting.

• Approved massage operator's license for Xing da Wellness LLC at 4158 Washington Road Unit #10 (Unanimous)
• Approved July 20th, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved August 3rd, 2023 agenda (Unanimous)

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners is meeting to conduct a public hearing regarding the millage rate. No other substantive business is listed on the agenda.

• Public hearing on millage rate

The Board of Commissioners held a public hearing regarding the 2023 tax digest and millage rate. No final decision was made during this meeting; further hearings are scheduled for August 8 and August 15.

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will review several zoning requests, including a master sign plan and conditional use permits. The meeting also includes decisions on infrastructure projects, including road widening and water treatment evaluations.

• Rezoning and variance requests for properties at Baston Road & Washington Road
• Master Sign Plan for 5000 Wrightsboro Road (93.62 +/- acres)
• Hardy McManus Road widening project easement acquisitions
• Purchase of X-8 Hydro Excavator from P&H Supply Company
• Rejection of Bid #2023017-BID2720 for Columbia County Fire Rescue 2 Replacement

The Board of Commissioners approved a variance for a convenience store to operate 24 hours a day. Other actions included approving several zoning requests, road widening expenditures, and equipment purchases.

• Approved 24-hour operation variance for convenience store at tax map 061 parcels 020M, 022A, & 022 (3-2)
• Approved $579,190 for wetland and stream mitigation credits for Hardy McManus Rd widening
• Approved $535,655 purchase of X-8 Hydro Excavator from P&H Supply Company
• Approved conditional use for massage at 4158 Washington Road Suite 10 (4-1)
• Approved $196,128.50 for pavilions at Gateway Park
• Approved Resolution 23-37 increasing Knob Hill Farm Rd speed limit from 25 to 30 mph
• Approved $256,419.87 change order for The Market
• Approved Alcoholic Beverage Licenses for Potmel LLC and Ridge Road Bait & Tackle LLC

Community and Emergency Services

The Community and Emergency Services Committee is meeting to discuss several service agreements and a proclamation. The body will review contracts for venue software and park installations, as well as fire department response and budget reports.

• Agreement with Ungerboeck International, LLC for Momentus-Venue Ops software
• Independent Contract with Bliss Products and Services, Inc. for pavilions at Gateway Park
• Independent Contractor Agreement with Christina Dezutter for Senior Center Ceramics Instructor
• Proclamation for Greenbrier High School Girl's Golf Team state championship
• Fire Response Summary, Monthly, and Year to Date Budget Reports

The Community and Emergency Services Committee approved forwarding four items to the August 01, 2023 Board of Commissioners Consent Agenda. These include a contract for park pavilions and software for venue operations. The committee also approved the minutes from the June 27, 2023 meeting.

• Approved minutes of the June 27, 2023 meeting
• Forwarded $8,500 agreement with Ungerboeck International, LLC for Momentus-Venue Ops software to Board of Commissioners
• Forwarded Proclamation recognizing Greenbrier High School Girls Golf Team state championship to Board of Commissioners
• Forwarded Independent Contractor Agreement with Christina Dezutter for Senior Center ceramics instructor to Board of Commissioners
• Forwarded $196,128.50 agreement with Bliss Products and Services, Inc. for Gateway Park pavilions to Board of Commissioners

Public Works Services

The Public Works and Engineering Services Committee is meeting to discuss infrastructure projects, utility equipment purchases, and road changes. The body will review several independent contractor agreements and project change orders.

• Reclassifying Winfield Hills Road to a Collector Road
• Resolution 23-37 to increase the speed limit on Knob Hill Farm Rd
• Rejection of Bid #2023017-BID2720 for Columbia County Fire Rescue 2 Replacement
• Proposal to purchase X-8 Hydro Excavator from P&H Supply Company
• Purchase of wetland and stream mitigation credits for Hardy McManus Rd Widening Project

The Public Works and Engineering Services Committee approved forwarding several change orders, equipment purchases, and road resolutions to the August 01, 2023 Board of Commissioners Consent Agenda. These items include water utility upgrades, road widening projects, and speed limit changes.

• Approved forwarding $535,655 X-8 Hydro Excavator purchase to Board of Commissioners
• Approved forwarding $579,190 wetland and stream mitigation credits for Hardy McManus Rd Widening
• Approved forwarding $256,419.87 change order for The Market to Board of Commissioners
• Approved forwarding $254,993.90 change order for Flowing Wells Rd Widening
• Approved forwarding Resolution 23-37 to increase Knob Hill Farm Rd speed limit from 25 to 30 mph
• Approved forwarding reclassification of Winfield Hills Road to a collector road
• Approved forwarding three contractor agreements with GMC totaling $102,300 for water and wastewater services
• Approved forwarding rejection of bid #2023017-BID2720 for Fire Rescue 2 replacement

Planning Commission

The Columbia County Planning Commission will consider several massage operator licenses and two preliminary residential plats. The body will also hold public hearings on rezoning, a variance, and a master sign plan.

• Highland Lakes West Section 1 preliminary plat for 53 lots off William Few Parkway
• Byrd Farm Estates preliminary plat for 15 lots off Louisville Road
• RZ23-07-03 Master Sign Plan for 5000 Wrightsboro Road
• RZ23-07-04 Rezoning from unzoned to S-1 (Special) at Baston Road & Washington Road
• VA23-07-01 Variance to Section 18-132 lot size and setbacks at Baston Road & Washington Road

The Commission approved four massage operator licenses and two residential preliminary plats. It recommended approval for a conditional use permit, a PUD revision, and a master sign plan, while denying a rezoning request and a variance for a site at Baston Road and Washington Road.

• Approved Massage Operator's Licenses for Wellness & Harmony, Moves 2 Make LLC, Comfort Care Massage & Bodywork LLC, and Katie Keaton Medical Massage (unanimous)
• Approved preliminary plat for Highland Lakes West Section 1, 53 lots (unanimous)
• Approved preliminary plat for Byrd Farm Estates, 15 lots (unanimous)
• Recommended approval with condition for Conditional Use for Massage at 4158 Washington Road Suite 10 (unanimous)
• Recommended approval with conditions for Major PUD Revision at 2485 Sunflower Drive (unanimous)
• Recommended approval for Master Sign Plan at 5000 Wrightsboro Road (unanimous)
• Denied recommendation for rezoning unzoned to S-1 at Baston Road & Washington Road (2-3)
• Denied recommendation for variance to Section 18-132 at Baston Road & Washington Road (2-3)

General

The Columbia County Hospital Authority is meeting to discuss new business including a certificate resolution and an intergovernmental contract. The board will also review minutes from previous meetings.

• Resolution 23-01 Certificate Resolution for the Series 2023 Revenue Anticipation Certificates
• Intergovernmental Contract with the Columbia County Hospital Authority

The Columbia County Hospital Authority approved Resolution 23-01 regarding Revenue Anticipation Certificates. The board also approved minutes from previous meetings and discussed one property item in executive session.

• Approved minutes from July 06, 2023 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from July 06, 2023 Executive Session (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 23-01 Certificate Resolution for the Series 2023 Revenue Anticipation Certificates (unanimous)

Board of Commission

The Board is reviewing several land-use requests, including rezonings for commercial use and variances for buffers and parking. The meeting also includes votes on infrastructure contracts and a development agreement for AU Medical Center.

• Rezoning of 5607 Columbia Road from Residential Agricultural to Community Commercial
• Rezoning of 170 South Belair Road from Single Family Residential to Community Commercial
• Development Agreement with AU Medical Center, Inc. and the Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia
• Construction contract with Blair Construction for the Miramar Drive Storm Sewer Extension Project
• Second reading of Resolution 23-35 to amend the Planning Services Division fee schedule

The Board of Commissioners approved several high-value infrastructure projects, including road resurfacing and storm sewer extensions. Other actions included approving a new fire pumper truck and various professional service agreements via a unanimous consent agenda.

• Approved $4.08M TIA 2 resurfacing contract with E.R. Snell Contractor
• Approved $2.33M Miramar Drive storm sewer extension contract with Blair Construction
• Approved $1.99M The Pass Culvert Replacement contract with Reeves Construction
• Approved $855,576 contract with Fire Line Inc. for an E-One pumper truck
• Approved $500,000 for traffic signal equipment upgrades at three intersections
• Approved amendment to the Planning Services Division fee schedule (Resolution 23-35)
• Approved variance to reduce buffer width for property at tax map 060 parcel 1697
• Approved $150,000 CJCC Incentive Grant for Juvenile Court

Management and Internal Services

The Management and Internal Services Committee is discussing several professional service agreements and grant awards. The body is reviewing contracts for internal and external auditing, software licensing, and medical product renewals for 2024.

• United Healthcare Medical Product Renewal for Year 2024
• Internal Auditing Services Agreement with Serotta, Maddocks, Evans & Company
• External Auditing Services agreement with Cherry Bekaert, LLP
• Microsoft Enterprise Agreement 2023-2026
• FY24 Criminal Justice Coordinating Council Incentive Grant Award Y24-8-007

The Management and Internal Services Committee approved forwarding several contracts, grant acceptances, and software agreements to the July 18, 2023 Board of Commissioners Consent Agenda. The actions include medical insurance renewals, auditing services, and technology licenses.

• Approved forwarding 2024 United Healthcare medical contract to Board of Commissioners
• Approved forwarding $150,000 CJCC Incentive Grant for Juvenile Court to Board of Commissioners
• Approved forwarding $25,000 CSRA Alliance for Fort Gordon Service Agreement to Board of Commissioners
• Approved forwarding internal auditing agreement with Serotta, Maddocks, Evans & Company to Board of Commissioners
• Approved forwarding $26,900 Project Safe Neighborhoods CJCC Grant to Board of Commissioners
• Approved forwarding $130,500 external auditing agreement with Cherry Bekaert, LLP to Board of Commissioners
• Approved forwarding $294,269.86 MUNIS software license agreement to Board of Commissioners
• Approved forwarding $378,131 Microsoft Enterprise Agreement (2023-2026) to Board of Commissioners

Development and Engineering Services

The Development and Planning Services Committee is meeting to discuss professional services agreements and land use requests. The body will review contracts for infrastructure and business licenses, as well as two ancillary dwelling requests.

• Professional Services Agreement with Cranston, LLC for Pickleball Courts at the Columbia County Racquet Club
• Change Order 1 with Beam's Contracting for Flowing Wells Rd Widening
• Ancillary Dwelling requests for 3312 and 3316 Tom Bartles Road
• Alcoholic Beverage Licenses for Ridge Road Bait & Tackle LLC and Potmel LLC dba Shishkebab Restaurant
• Conditional License, Encroachment & Maintenance Agreement with The Villages of Jones Creek

The Development and Planning Services Committee approved forwarding several agreements, licenses, and zoning requests to the Board of Commissioners for final action. These include a contract for pickleball courts and a road widening change order. The committee also approved the minutes from the June 13, 2023 meeting.

• Approved June 13, 2023 meeting minutes
• Forwarded $59,680 Cranston, LLC pickleball court agreement to Board Consent Agenda
• Forwarded $38,479.50 Beam's Contracting Flowing Wells Rd widening change order to Board Consent Agenda
• Forwarded The Villages of Jones Creek encroachment agreement to Board Debate Agenda
• Forwarded Sheriff's Office fingerprint processing MOU to Board Consent Agenda
• Forwarded Georgia Crime Information Center agreement renewal to Board Consent Agenda
• Forwarded alcoholic beverage licenses for Ridge Road Bait & Tackle LLC and Potmel LLC to Board
• Forwarded ancillary dwelling requests for 3312 and 3316 Tom Bartles Road to Board Consent Agenda

General

The Hospital Authority of Columbia County will meet to elect officers and approve bylaws. The board will also hold a general discussion regarding the issuance of bonds.

• Election of Officers
• Approval of Bylaws
• General discussion concerning the issuance of bonds
• Executive session regarding property

The Columbia County Hospital Authority elected its board officers and approved a set of legally reviewed bylaws with four specific amendments. The board also held an executive session to discuss a property matter regarding the issuance of bonds, though no action was taken.

• Elected James Allen as Chairman
• Elected Dewey Galeas as Vice Chairman
• Elected Ronnie Kurtz as Secretary
• Elected Walter Massingale as Treasurer
• Approved bylaws with four suggested changes (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Columbia County Planning Commission is meeting to discuss several land-use requests, including rezonings and variances. The body will also consider a massage operator's license and two subdivision plats.

• RZ23-06-04: Rezoning from M-2 to C-C at 5863 Washington Road
• RZ23-06-05: Rezoning from R-2 to C-C at 170 South Belair Road
• RZ23-06-02: Conditional Use for a Bed and Breakfast at 635 River Pines Drive
• White Oak Road Subdivision preliminary plat for 10 lots
• Misty Meadows Phase 1 final plat for 71 lots off William Few Parkway

The Commission recommended disapproval for a rezoning request and variance to build a gas station at 170 South Belair Road. Several other zoning requests, including a PUD revision and a massage operator's license, were approved.

• Recommended disapproval of rezoning from R-2 to C-C at 170 South Belair Road (unanimous)
• Recommended disapproval of variance for 170 South Belair Road (unanimous)
• Denied conditional use for Bed and Breakfast at 635 River Pines Drive (3-2)
• Approved Massage Operator's License for Prospering in Wellness LLC (unanimous)
• Approved Provisional Home Occupation for CS Customs (unanimous)
• Approved Preliminary Plat for White Oak Road Subdivision (unanimous)
• Approved Final Plat for Misty Meadows Phase 1 (unanimous)
• Recommended approval with condition of PUD Revision at 1000 West Lake Commons Road (unanimous)

Public Works Services

The Public Works and Engineering Services Committee will discuss various infrastructure contracts and project agreements. The body is reviewing water utility maintenance and several road and signal upgrades across the county.

• Hardy McManus Road Widening Project delivery agreement with GDOT
• Construction contract with Blair Construction for Miramar Drive Storm Sewer Extension
• Roundabout support for Wrightsboro Rd and Baker Place Rd and Columbia Rd and Louisville Rd
• Contract with Duke's Root Control, Inc. for a Precision I&I Microdetection Study
• Purchase of signal equipment for intersections at Evans to Locks Rd and N. Belair Rd

The Public Works and Engineering Services Committee approved forwarding several contracts, change orders, and agreements to the July 18, 2023 Board of Commissioners Consent Agenda. These items include road resurfacing, storm sewer extensions, and water utility studies. The committee also approved the minutes from the May 23, 2023 meeting.

• Approved $4,083,282.40 TIA 2 resurfacing contract with E.R. Snell Contractor
• Approved $2,326,939 Miramar Drive storm sewer extension contract with Blair Construction
• Approved $1,990,546.75 Pass Culvert Replacement contract with Reeves Construction
• Approved up to $500,000 for traffic signal equipment upgrades at three intersections
• Approved $82,225 contract with Duke's Root Control, Inc. for microdetection study
• Approved $94,900 change order with Ardurra for Euchee Creek sewer force main project
• Approved $78,685 change order with Ardurra for water treatment taste and odor project
• Approved letters of support to GDOT for roundabouts at Wrightsboro Rd/Baker Place Rd and Columbia Rd/Louisville Rd

Community and Emergency Services

The Community and Emergency Services Committee is meeting to discuss animal services donations and a service agreement with the City of Harlem for the Oliver Hardy Festival. The committee will also review a contract for a new fire truck and fire response reports.

• Contract with Fire Line Inc. for the purchase of an E-One Pumper Truck
• Service Agreement with the City of Harlem for the Oliver Hardy Festival
• Animal Services Donations
• Fire Response Summary and Monthly Reports
• Fire and Emergency Services Year to Date Budget Report

The committee approved forwarding three items to the July 18, 2023 Board of Commissioners Consent Agenda. These include a fire truck purchase, a festival service agreement, and animal services donations. The meeting also included fire response and budget reports.

• Approved forwarding $855,576 contract with Fire Line Inc. for an E-One pumper truck
• Approved forwarding $3,000 Service Agreement with the City of Harlem for the Oliver Hardy Festival
• Approved forwarding acceptance of $3,850 for Animal Services spay/neuter and medical needs
• Approved May 23, 2023 meeting minutes

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will consider the annual budget for all funds for Fiscal Year 2023/2024. The meeting includes several second readings for zoning and fee schedule amendments, as well as various contract renewals.

• Resolution 23-28 adopting the Annual Budget for All Funds for Fiscal Year 2023/2024
• Second readings for ordinances regarding mobile homes, subdivisions, home occupations, and zoning administration
• Second readings for fee schedule amendments for Water Utility, Land Development, and Building Standards
• Major PRD Revision for 34.15 +/- acres off Baker Place Road (RZ23-06-01)
• Executive session regarding $10,500 payment for right of way/easements for the Hardy McManus Road widening project

The Board of Commissioners unanimously approved the annual budget for all county funds for fiscal year 2023/2024. The board also passed several zoning and subdivision text amendments and updated fee schedules for water utilities, building standards, and stormwater compliance.

• Approved FY 2023/2024 Annual Budget for All Funds (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 23-26 amending Water Utility Fee Schedule (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 23-27 amending Stormwater Compliance Land Development Fee Schedule (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 23-29 amending Building Standards Fee Schedule (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 23-20 establishing Tillery Park Section 2 Street Light District (Unanimous)
• Approved five zoning and subdivision text amendments (Ordinances 23-02 through 23-06) (Unanimous)
• Approved $755,586 ACCG Property and Liability Insurance Renewal (Unanimous)
• Approved major PRD revision for property off Baker Place Road (Unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Columbia County Planning Commission will consider several land use requests, including a rezoning for commercial use and a conditional use permit for a bed and breakfast. The body will also review massage operator licenses and variance requests for specific properties.

• Rezoning from R-A to C-C (Community Commercial) at 5607 Columbia Road
• Conditional Use for a Bed and Breakfast at 635 River Pines Drive
• Massage Operator's License for Divine Wellness at 108 N Belair Rd Suite 7A
• Massage Operator's License for Body & Sole Augusta at 3685 Riverwatch Parkway
• Conceptual Plan for Four Oaks Phase 5 (16 Lots) off Stablebridge Way

The Commission approved a rezoning request and variance for a gas station at 5607 Columbia Road. It also approved a conceptual plan for a 16-lot residential development and two massage operator licenses. A request for a bed and breakfast was postponed.

• Approved Massage Operator's License for Dadra Major dba Divine Wellness (unanimous)
• Approved Massage Operator's License for Body Sole Therapeutic Massage of Augusta LLC dba Body & Sole Augusta (unanimous)
• Postponed Conditional Use for a Bed and Breakfast at 635 River Pines Drive to June 29, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved with conditions rezoning from R-A to C-C for 5607 Columbia Road (unanimous)
• Approved variance for buffers and use provisions at 5607 Columbia Road (unanimous)
• Approved with conditions variance for buffers and screening off Stablebridge Way (unanimous)
• Approved Conceptual Plan-Four Oaks Phase 5 for 16 lots off Stablebridge Way (unanimous)

Management and Internal Services

The Management and Internal Services Committee is meeting to discuss administrative appointments and various contract extensions. The body will review agreements for state agencies, technology services, and county equipment.

• Appointment of Vivan Cushman as Chairperson of the Board of Elections
• Appointment of the Initial Board of Directors for the Hospital Authority of Columbia County
• Purchase of a 3,000 gallon tanker from Fouts Brothers
• Renewal of FY 2023/2024 ACCG Property and Liability Insurance
• Right of Way Agreement with Georgia Department of Transportation for LPR Camera Locations

The Management and Internal Services Committee approved forwarding several items to the June 20, 2023 Board of Commissioners Consent Agenda. These include insurance renewals, technology contracts, and state agency agreement extensions. The committee also approved the May 9, 2023 meeting minutes.

• Approved May 9, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
• Forwarded FY2023/2024 ACCG-IRMA insurance renewal of $755,586 to Board of Commissioners
• Forwarded appointment of Vivian Cushman as Board of Elections Chairperson to Board of Commissioners
• Forwarded appointment of initial Board of Directors for Hospital Authority of Columbia County to Board of Commissioners
• Forwarded contract with Fouts Brothers for 3,000 gallon tanker to Board of Commissioners
• Forwarded extensions for State Properties Commission agreements (Driver Services, Community Supervision, and Family & Children Services) to Board of Commissioners
• Forwarded multiple technology renewals (Dell, Scanning America, Mainline Information Systems, Layer 3, A3 Communications, NetPlanner Systems, Fred Daniel Mapping, Highliter Cable, and Woolpert) to Board of Commissioners
• Forwarded acceptance of Judicial Council of Georgia ARPA funding and Accountability Courts grant J24-8-132 to Board of Commissioners

Committee Meetings

The Audit Committee is meeting to review draft reports regarding the Broadband Utility, Fire Services Fund, and the Sheriff's Office. The committee will also receive an internal audit update.

• Draft report on Broadband Utility
• Draft report on Fire Services Fund
• Draft report on Sheriff's Office
• Internal Audit Update

An internal audit conducted by Serotta Maddocks Evans & Co. evaluated the Broadband Utility Department's controls from July 1, 2022, to February 28, 2023. The audit found no exceptions in site visits, fees, capital asset purchases, purchase requisitions, purchase card transactions, timesheets, or Fuelman reports, but identified three exceptions regarding inventory.

• Reported three exceptions in inventory testing
• Confirmed no exceptions in fees testing
• Confirmed no exceptions in capital asset purchases
• Confirmed no exceptions in purchase requisitions
• Confirmed no exceptions in purchase card transactions
• Confirmed no exceptions in employee timesheets
• Confirmed no exceptions in Fuelman reports
• Confirmed no exceptions during site visit to Halali Farm Road tower

Development and Engineering Services

The Development and Planning Services Committee is meeting to discuss several contract renewals and administrative agreements. The body will review a proposed amendment to the Planning Services Division fee schedule and a memorandum with Fort Gordon.

• Renewal with Coastal Waste & Recycling of Georgia LLC for refuse services
• Renewal with A-Com Security Company, LLP for Fire and Intrusion Monitoring Services
• Supplemental Agreement with GDOT for William Few Pkwy Resurfacing (PI# 0017534)
• Resolution Number 23-35 to amend the Planning Services Division fee schedule
• Alcoholic Beverage License for K T O'Neal Restaurants LLC dba Rally Point Grille

The Development and Planning Services Committee approved forwarding multiple contracts, licenses, and agreements to the Board of Commissioners for final action on June 20, 2023. The committee also approved the minutes from the May 9, 2023 meeting.

• Approved May 9, 2023 meeting minutes
• Forwarded Coastal Waste & Recycling of Georgia LLC refuse services renewal to Board of Commissioners
• Forwarded A-Com Security Company, LLP fire and intrusion monitoring renewal to Board of Commissioners
• Forwarded GDOT Supplemental Agreement for William Few Pkwy Resurfacing to Board of Commissioners
• Forwarded alcoholic beverage license for K T O'Neal Restaurants LLC dba Rally Point Grille to Board of Commissioners
• Forwarded easement encroachment agreements for Tax Map 074J Parcel 053 and Tax Map 077A Parcel 099A to Board of Commissioners
• Forwarded Resolution Number 23-35 Planning Services Division fee schedule amendment to Board of Commissioners
• Forwarded Memorandum of Understanding with Fort Gordon for Military Compatibility to Board of Commissioners

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will discuss several first-reading ordinances regarding zoning, home occupations, and mobile homes. The meeting includes a proposal to halt new tattoo applications and a reconsideration of a conditional use request for a tattoo parlor on Commerce Drive. The body will also review various infrastructure contracts and fee schedule amendments.

• Resolution 23-34 to halt the issuance of new tattoo applications
• Reconsideration of RZ23-05-02 for a tattoo parlor at 308 Commerce Drive
• First readings of ordinances regarding mobile homes, subdivisions, home occupations, and zoning appeals
• Proposed fee schedule amendments for Parks and Recreation, Water Utility, and Building Standards
• Infrastructure projects including Horizon South Parkway widening and White Oak Business Park Road Extension

The Board reversed a previous denial to approve a conditional use request for a tattoo parlor, limited to one suite. The Board also approved numerous infrastructure contracts, mutual aid agreements for fire services, and the first reading of several zoning and subdivision ordinances.

• Approved conditional use for tattoo parlor at 308 Commerce Drive (4-1)
• Approved Resolution 23-34 halting new tattoo applications (unanimous)
• Approved $386,000 contract to Crosby Roofing & Gutters, LLC for Patriots Park reroof
• Approved $175,722.40 emergency pump purchase for Little River WTP
• Approved $440,106.89 Library Services Agreement with Greater Clarks Hill Regional Library System
• Approved Fire Services Mutual Aid Agreements with Grovetown, Harlem, Lincoln County, and Thomson-McDuffie County
• Approved first readings for Ordinances 23-02, 23-03, 23-04, 23-05, and 23-06 regarding zoning and subdivisions
• Approved $183,555 contract with Turnipseed Engineers for Water Treatment Plant improvements

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss five text amendments regarding mobile homes, subdivisions, and zoning. The body will also review a final plat for a 50-lot subdivision and hold public hearings on a residential development revision and a sign variance.

• Final Plat for Southwind Village Phase 3: 50 lots off Hereford Farm Road
• Architectural Review for West Lake Retail at 1000 West Lake Commons Drive
• Public Hearing RZ23-06-01: Major PRD Revision off Baker Place Road
• Public Hearing VA23-06-01: Sign variance off Prince George Ave & Jamestown Ave
• Text amendments to chapters 54, 74, and 90 regarding mobile homes, subdivisions, and zoning

The Commission unanimously approved five text amendments regarding mobile homes, subdivisions, and zoning administration. It also approved a final plat for Southwind Village Phase 3A and an architectural review for West Lake Retail. Two additional items regarding a PRD revision and a sign variance were recommended for approval.

• Approved text amendment for Section 54-9 Temporary use authorization (unanimous)
• Approved text amendment for Section 74-118 Variances (unanimous)
• Approved text amendment for Section 90-142 Home occupations (unanimous)
• Approved text amendment for Section 90-179 Appeals, variances, and minor waivers (unanimous)
• Approved text amendment for Section 90-180 Zoning changes; ordinance amendments (unanimous)
• Approved final plat for Southwind Village Phase 3A, 50 lots (unanimous)
• Approved architectural review for West Lake Retail at 1000 West Lake Commons Drive (unanimous)
• Recommended approval for RZ23-06-01 Major PRD Revision off Baker Place Road (unanimous)

General

The Columbia County Construction Board is meeting to conduct business. The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate items.

• Approval of meeting minutes from February 23, 2023

Public Works Services

The Public Works and Engineering Services Committee will discuss infrastructure contracts, water utility master planning, and fee schedule amendments. The body is also considering the establishment of a new street light district.

• Public hearing and Resolution 23-20 to establish a Street Light District for Tillery Park Sec 2
• Proposed fee schedule amendments for Water Utility, Land Development (Stormwater Compliance), and Building Standards
• Contract amendments for Horizon South Parkway Widening, White Oak Business Park Road Extension Ph 2, and S Old Belair Road intersection
• Purchase of four Marathon Balers for the Recycling Center from Becker Complete Compactor
• Emergency purchase of an influent pump for the Little River WTP from Xylem Water Solutions USA, Inc.

The committee approved forwarding several contracts, fee schedule amendments, and utility projects to the June 06, 2023 Board of Commissioners meeting. Actions included recommending a new park roof, water utility equipment, and the establishment of a street light district.

• Approved forwarding $386,000 Patriots Park reroof contract to Board
• Approved forwarding $82,489.84 purchase of four marathon balers for recycling center to Board
• Approved forwarding $175,722.40 emergency influent pump purchase for Little River WTP to Board
• Approved forwarding $183,555 Turnipseed Engineers agreement for WTP improvements to Board
• Approved forwarding first reading of Resolution 23-20 to establish Tillery Park Sec 2 Street Light District to Board
• Approved forwarding $94,600 Cranston Engineering Group PC watershed analysis agreement to Board
• Approved forwarding $60,744 Savannah Rapids Pavilion parking lot expansion change order to Board
• Approved forwarding water line extension for Craig Drive at $4,940 per lot to Board

Community and Emergency Services

The Community and Emergency Services Committee is discussing several contract renewals for community services and library programs. The body is also reviewing fire services mutual aid agreements and a resolution to amend parks and recreation fees.

• Resolution 23-25 Amending the Parks and Recreation Facility Rental and Membership Fee Schedule
• Fire Services Mutual Aid Agreements with City of Grovetown, City of Harlem, Lincoln County, and Thomson-McDuffie County
• Agreement for Ambulance, Emergency and Non-Emergency Medical Services with Gold Cross
• Renewal contracts with Simke Tennis Academy, Brainfuse Inc., and Columbia County Convention & Visitors Bureau, Inc.
• Library Services Agreement with the Greater Clarks Hill Regional Library System

The Community and Emergency Services Committee approved forwarding several renewal contracts, mutual aid agreements, and software licenses to the Board of Commissioners. These items include fire service agreements with neighboring cities and counties and various community program contracts.

• Approved April 25, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Forwarded UGA Board of Regents Extension Services contract ($191,593.07) to Board Consent Agenda
• Forwarded Library Services Agreement with Greater Clarks Hill Regional Library System ($440,106.89) to Board Debate Agenda
• Forwarded Gold Cross Ambulance and Medical Services agreement to Board Debate Agenda
• Forwarded Fire Services Mutual Aid Agreements with Grovetown, Harlem, Lincoln County, Thomson-McDuffie County, and Clarks Hill Volunteer Fire Dept to Board Consent Agenda
• Forwarded EPR Systems USA Fireworks software renewal ($45,616) to Board Consent Agenda
• Forwarded reclassification of Fire Technician Officer to Fire Technology Technician to Board Consent Agenda
• Forwarded Resolution 23-25 amending Parks and Recreation fee schedule to Board Debate Agenda

Planning Commission

The Columbia County Planning Commission will consider a conceptual plan for a subdivision on White Oak Road and a final plat for Greenpoint Phase 2. The body will also discuss five text amendments regarding mobile homes, subdivisions, home occupations, and zoning administration.

• Conceptual Plan: White Oak Road Subdivision, 107.58 +/- acres, 10 lots
• Final Plat: Greenpoint Phase 2 off Appling Harlem Road, 39.42 +/- acres, 89 lots
• Minor Waiver: 114 Crystal Creek Lane (presented as information only)
• Text Amendment: Chapter 54 Mobile Homes and Trailers, Section 54-9
• Text Amendments: Chapter 90 Zoning regarding home occupations and administration

The Commission approved a conceptual plan for the White Oak Road Subdivision and a final plat for Greenpoint Phase 2. Five proposed text amendments regarding mobile homes, subdivisions, and zoning were postponed to June 1, 2023.

• Approved conceptual plan for White Oak Road Subdivision (unanimous)
• Approved final plat for Greenpoint Phase 2 (unanimous)
• Postponed Text Amendment for Chapter 54 Mobile Homes and Trailers to June 1, 2023 (unanimous)
• Postponed Text Amendment for Chapter 74 Subdivisions to June 1, 2023 (unanimous)
• Postponed Text Amendment for Chapter 90 Zoning Section 90-142 Home occupations to June 1, 2023 (unanimous)
• Postponed Text Amendment for Chapter 90 Zoning Section 90-179 Appeals, variances, and minor waivers to June 1, 2023 (unanimous)
• Postponed Text Amendment for Chapter 90 Zoning Section 90-180 Zoning changes to June 1, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved May 4th, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will review a construction contract for road resurfacing and several zoning and variance requests. The meeting also includes a consent agenda with numerous contract renewals and intergovernmental agreements.

• Construction contract with Southern Asphalt for resurfacing White Oak Rd, County Line Rd, and Sawdust Rd
• Conditional use request for a place of worship at 102 S Belair Road
• Conditional use request for a tattoo parlor at 308 Commerce Drive
• Establishment of street light districts in Four Oaks Ph. 2C, Greenpoint Ph. 1B, Highland Lakes Sec 3, and River Oaks Ph 3
• Purchase of broadband fiber and duct for Hardy McManus Road Widening Project

The Board of Commissioners approved a multi-million dollar contract for road resurfacing and established several street light districts. They also granted conditional use and variance requests for properties on S Belair Road and Province Way, while denying a request for a tattoo parlor.

• Approved $4,661,445.11 contract with Southern Asphalt for resurfacing White Oak, County Line, and Sawdust Roads
• Approved establishment of street light districts in Four Oaks Ph. 2C, Greenpoint Ph. 1B, and Highland Lakes Sec 3
• Approved establishment of street light district in River Oaks Phase 3
• Approved conditional use for a place of worship at 102 S Belair Road
• Approved variance for buffers and screening at 102 S Belair Road
• Denied conditional use for a tattoo parlor at 308 Commerce Drive
• Approved variance to remove maximum building setback from Washington Road at 720 Province Way
• Approved $513,413.09 agreement with Presidio for computer network upgrades

Management and Internal Services

The committee is discussing various contract renewals, intergovernmental agreements, and technology purchases. Items include employee health and insurance renewals, disaster debris management, and broadband infrastructure for the Hardy McManus Road Widening Project.

• Broadband fiber and duct purchases for the Hardy McManus Road Widening Project
• Renewal contracts for employee group health insurance and life/disability products
• Renewal contracts for disaster debris management and monitoring
• Purchase of a replacement Ram 2500
• Intergovernmental Lease Agreement with the Development Authority of Columbia County

The Management and Internal Services Committee approved forwarding several contract renewals, purchase agreements, and administrative items to the May 16, 2023 Board of Commissioners Consent Agenda. Key items include a computer network upgrade and broadband purchases for a road project.

• Approved forwarding $513,413.09 Presidio computer network upgrade to Board of Commissioners
• Approved forwarding $59,400 broadband fiber purchase from Power & Telephone to Board of Commissioners
• Approved forwarding $58,250 broadband duct purchase from UtiliCom to Board of Commissioners
• Approved forwarding $51,521.94 purchase of a 2023 Ram 2500 to Board of Commissioners
• Approved forwarding $3,000 VocEdit software agreement for Superior Court to Board of Commissioners
• Approved forwarding renewal contracts for employee health insurance, life insurance, and medical services to Board of Commissioners
• Approved forwarding disaster debris management and monitoring renewals to Board of Commissioners
• Approved forwarding the cancellation of the July 4, 2023 Board of Commissioners meeting to Board of Commissioners

Development and Engineering Services

The Development and Planning Services Committee is meeting to discuss new business regarding local development and planning services. The body will review specific requests from businesses and property owners and receive monthly departmental reports.

• Mirin in Evans Inc dba Mirin Fusion Kitchen
• Refund request from S&P Construction, LLC for the Lions Gate Permit Fee
• Easement Encroachment Agreement for Tax map 051 parcel 2250
• April 2023 Planning Department and March 2023 Plan Review workload reports
• Development Services Division monthly and financial reports

The Development and Planning Services Committee approved forwarding an alcohol beverage license and an easement encroachment agreement to the Board of Commissioners. The committee also forwarded a denial of a permit fee refund request to the Board.

• Approved forwarding alcohol beverage license for Mirin in Evans Inc. dba Mirin Fusion Kitchen to June 06, 2023 Board of Commissioners Consent Agenda
• Forwarded denial of refund request from S&P Construction, LLC for Lions Gate permit fee to May 16, 2023 Board of Commissioners Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding Easement Encroachment Agreement for Tax map 051 parcel 2250 to May 16, 2023 Board of Commissioners Consent Agenda
• Approved minutes of April 11, 2023 meeting

Planning Commission

The Columbia County Planning Commission will consider several temporary use authorizations and a massage operator's license. The body will also hold public hearings regarding conditional uses and zoning variances for various commercial properties.

• Conditional Use for a Place of Worship at 102 S Belair Road
• Conditional Use for a Tattoo Parlor at 308 Commerce Drive
• Variance to Section 90-139 Buffers & Screening at 102 S Belair Road
• Variance to Section 90-98 Lot & Structure Requirements at 720 Province Way
• Massage Operator's License for Knead to Unwind, LLC at 1106 Furys Lane Suite A

The Columbia County Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend approval of a conditional use for a place of worship at 102 S Belair Road, a conditional use for a tattoo parlor at 308 Commerce Drive, and variances for buffers and lot requirements. The commission also approved a massage operator's license, three temporary use authorizations, and rescheduled the July 6 meeting to June 29. All decisions were unanimous.

• Approved meeting date change from July 6 to June 29 (5-0)
• Approved massage operator's license for Gabrielle Buchieri dba Knead to Unwind at 1106 Furys Lane Suite A (5-0)
• Approved temporary use authorization at 3565 Mistletoe Road (5-0)
• Approved temporary use authorization at 2754 Summit Ridge Road with no further extensions (5-0)
• Recommended approval of conditional use for place of worship at 102 S Belair Road (5-0)
• Recommended approval of variance to buffers & screening at 102 S Belair Road with conditions (5-0)
• Recommended approval of conditional use for tattoo parlor at 308 Commerce Drive with conditions (5-0)
• Recommended approval of variance to lot & structure requirements at 720 Province Way (5-0)

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners is holding a public hearing to discuss the proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2023/2024. The discussion includes the General Fund summary, tax digest projections, and sales tax collections.

• Public hearing on Proposed Budget for Fiscal Year 2023/2024
• Review of Budget Summary General Fund
• Review of Tax Digest Projection
• Review of Sales Tax Collections

The Board held a public hearing regarding the proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2023/2024. County Manager Johnson presented the General Fund Budget Summary, tax digest projections, and sales tax collections. No public comment was recorded, and no formal votes were taken.

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will review several rezoning requests, variances, and infrastructure contracts. The meeting includes a first reading for a new street light district and discussions on land acquisitions for road widening projects.

• Rezoning of 3.0 +/- acres at 4539-4551 Riverwatch Parkway and 525-533 Rountree Way from R-2 to C-2
• Resolution 23-16 to establish a Street Light District in River Oaks Ph 3
• Engineering contract with Cranston Engineering for the Chamblin-Horizon South Connector Project
• Classification of Lewis Road Culvert Failure as an emergency project
• Executive session to discuss easements and condemnations for the Hardy McManus Road Widening Project

The Board denied a rezoning request (RZ23-03-05) to change 3 acres from single-family residential to general commercial at 4539-4551 Riverwatch Parkway and adjacent Rountree Way, voting 3-2. A related variance (VA23-03-06) was also denied. The Board approved several other rezoning and variance requests, including a major PRD revision at 5001 High Meadows Drive and a rezoning to S-1 at 2278 Wortham Lane, both unanimously. The consent agenda, including numerous service agreements and contracts, was approved unanimously.

• Denied rezoning RZ23-03-05 from R-2 to C-2 at Riverwatch Parkway (3-2)
• Denied variance VA23-03-06 for same properties (3-2)
• Approved major PRD revision at 5001 High Meadows Drive (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning RZ23-04-02 from R-A to S-1 at 2278 Wortham Lane (unanimous)
• Approved major PUD revision off William Few Parkway (4-1)
• Approved variance VA23-04-01 for Campana Drive front setback (unanimous)
• Approved variance VA23-04-02 for Campana Drive front setback (unanimous)
• Approved variance VA23-04-03 for Husk Box Way wall height and hours (4-1)

Public Works Services

The Public Works and Engineering Services Committee is meeting to discuss water utility proposals and engineering contracts. The body will hold a public hearing regarding a new street light district and review several road resurfacing and connector projects.

• Public hearing and Resolution 23-16 to establish a Street Light District for River Oaks Ph 3
• FY 2023 Safety Striping Project B Contract with Peek Pavement Marking
• Resolution 23-18 and Project Delivery Agreement with GDOT for resurfacing Faircloth Dr/Library Dr and Government Center Way
• Engineering Contract with Cranston Engineering for the Chamblin-Horizon South Connector Project
• Classification of Lewis Road Culvert Failure as an emergency project

The Public Works and Engineering Services Committee approved forwarding several contracts, resolutions, and project rejections to the Board of Commissioners for final action on May 2, 2023. This included a public hearing for a new street light district and the classification of a culvert failure as an emergency project.

• Approved forwarding $71,887.50 engineering proposal for Jim Blanchard WTP loop access
• Approved forwarding Resolution 23-16 to establish a Street Light District in River Oaks Ph 3
• Approved forwarding $93,918.25 contract with Peek Pavement Marking for FY2023 Safety Striping Project B
• Approved forwarding rejection of Bid #2023005-BID5200 for Butterfield Ct Detention Pond Expansion Project
• Approved forwarding Resolution 23-18 and GDOT agreement for resurfacing Faircloth Dr, Library Dr, and Government Center Way
• Approved forwarding $38,400 contract with Cranston Engineering for Chamblin-Horizon South Connector Project
• Approved forwarding acceptance of improvements at Greenpoint Phase 2
• Approved forwarding classification of April 06, 2023 Lewis Road culvert failure as an emergency project

Community and Emergency Services

The Community and Emergency Services Committee is meeting to discuss various contract renewals for park services and community programs. The body will also review fire response and budget reports.

• Agreement renewals for kayak and bicycle rentals with Savannah Rapids Kayak Rental, LLC
• Jet Ski Rental Concessionaire Agreement with Keg Creek Watersports, LLC
• Athletic Field and Park Usage Agreement renewal with GA Bulls Soccer Club, LLC
• Wildwood Park Ranger's Cottage Lease Agreement renewal with Russell Loyd
• Nutrition Services Agreement renewal with the Columbia County Sheriff's Office for the Senior Center

The Community and Emergency Services Committee approved forwarding several contract renewals and a monetary donation to the May 02, 2023 Board of Commissioners Consent Agenda. These items include park concessionaires, lease renewals, and a nutrition services agreement. The committee also approved the March 28, 2023 meeting minutes.

• Approved March 28, 2023 meeting minutes
• Forwarded $500 donation for animal spay/neuter and medical needs to Board of Commissioners
• Forwarded Senior Center Ceramics Instructor renewal (Kristine Galindo) to Board of Commissioners
• Forwarded Wildwood Park Ranger's Cottage lease renewal (Russell Loyd) to Board of Commissioners
• Forwarded glamping site renewal (Georgia Glamping Company) to Board of Commissioners
• Forwarded kayak rental renewals for Riverside Park (Outdoor Augusta, LLC) and Savannah Rapids/Wildwood Parks (Savannah Rapids Kayak Rental, LLC) to Board of Commissioners
• Forwarded athletic field usage renewal (GA Bulls Soccer Club, LLC) to Board of Commissioners
• Forwarded nutrition services agreement renewal with Columbia County Sheriff's Office for Senior Center to Board of Commissioners

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss several rezoning requests, variances, and conceptual plans for residential and commercial properties. The body is also reviewing a massage operator's license application and a temporary use authorization.

• Rezoning from R-2 to C-2 for 3.0 +/- acres at 4539-4551 Riverwatch Parkway and 525-533 Rountree Way
• Major PRD Revision for 49.2 +/- acres at 5001 High Meadows Drive
• Rezoning from R-A to S-1 for 14.5 +/- acres at 2278 Wortham Lane
• Conceptual plan for Timber Creek (62.39 +/- acres) off Mullikin Road
• Massage Operator's License for Parichad Kormondy dba N & P Group, LLC at 101 Maple Drive Suite 5

The Planning Commission recommended approval for a rezoning and two variances to allow an express car wash on Riverwatch Parkway and Rountree Way. The commission also approved a massage operator's license, two conceptual residential plans, and a temporary use authorization.

• Recommended approval of rezoning from R-2 to C-2 for car wash at Riverwatch Pkwy & Rountree Way (3-2)
• Recommended approval of variance VA23-03-06 for Riverwatch Pkwy & Rountree Way (3-2)
• Recommended approval with glazing conditions of variation VA23-03-07 for Riverwatch Pkwy & Rountree Way (3-2)
• Approved Massage Operator’s License for Parichad Kormondy dba N & P Group, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved Conceptual Plan for Timber Creek off Mullikin Road (unanimous)
• Approved Conceptual Plan for Highland Lakes West Section 1 (unanimous)
• Approved Temporary Use Authorization for 1000 Madelyn Court (unanimous)
• Recommended approval with conditions of Major PRD Revision for 5001 High Meadows Drive (unanimous)

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will consider multiple rezoning requests, variances, and construction contracts for road improvements. The meeting includes a first reading of resolutions to establish street light districts and a request regarding ad valorem taxes for school district bonds.

• Rezoning requests for 4389 Hereford Farm Road, 3535 Stardust Road, and 3265 Jacqueline Drive
• Construction contracts for Patriot's Park turn lanes and S. Old Belair Rd intersection improvements
• Resolution 23-19 regarding ad valorem tax for Columbia County School District General Obligation Bonds
• Establishment of Street Light Districts in Four Oaks Ph. 2C, Greenpoint Ph. 1B, and Highland Lakes Sec 3
• Alcoholic Beverage License for Manshiv Enterprise LLC dba Toast Wine and Beverage

The Board of Commissioners approved several construction contracts for road improvements and intersection work. They also decided on multiple rezoning requests and variances, including the approval of a neurobehavioral center on Stardust Road. Additionally, the Board authorized the use of ARPA funds to settle fire pumper leases.

• Approved $717,887 contract with Reeves Construction for S. Old Belair Rd intersection (unanimous)
• Approved $545,934.66 contract with J.A. Long, Inc. for Patriot's Park turn lanes (unanimous)
• Approved $708,172.38 contract with Southern Asphalt for Water Utility Campus Paving (unanimous)
• Approved $583,421.49 payment from ARPA funds to settle two fire pumper leases (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 3535 Stardust Road to S-1 for a neurobehavioral center (3-2)
• Denied rezoning of 4389 Hereford Farm Road from R-2 to C-1 (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 3265 Jacqueline Drive to S-1 for a laydown yard (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 23-19 regarding ad valorem tax for School District bonds (unanimous)

Development and Engineering Services

The Development and Planning Services Committee is meeting to discuss the acceptance of improvements at Misty Meadows Phase I and two alcoholic beverage licenses. The body will also consider three easement encroachment agreements for properties on Egret Circle and Nuttall Street.

• Acceptance of Improvements at Misty Meadows Phase I
• Alcoholic Beverage License for Manshiv Enterprise LLC dba Toast Wine and Beverage
• Alcoholic Beverage License for JK in Evans LLC dba Chef JK Korean BBQ Master
• Easement Encroachment Agreements for 2055 Egret Circle, 2059 Egret Circle, and 825 Nuttall Street

The Development and Planning Services Committee approved forwarding multiple alcoholic beverage licenses and easement encroachment agreements to the Board of Commissioners for final action. The committee also approved the minutes from the March 14, 2023 meeting.

• Approved March 14, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved forwarding Misty Meadows Phase I improvements and agreement to April 18 Board Debate Agenda
• Approved forwarding alcoholic beverage license for Manshiv Enterprise LLC dba Toast Wine and Beverage to April 18 Board Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding alcoholic beverage license for JK in Evans LLC dba Chef JK Korean BBQ Master to May 02 Board Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding easement encroachment agreement for 2055 Egret Circle (Tax Map 081 385) to April 18 Board Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding easement encroachment agreement for 2059 Egret Circle (Tax Map 081 386) to April 18 Board Consent Agenda
• Approved forwarding easement encroachment agreement for 825 Nuttall Street (Tax Map 071 218) to April 18 Board Consent Agenda

Management and Internal Services

The Management and Internal Services Committee is meeting to discuss personnel appointments and employee benefits. The body will review a resolution regarding the county medical plan and a contract extension for technology services.

• Resolution 23-17 to include Deputy Coroners in the Columbia County Employee Medical Plan
• One-year extension of existing agreement with Presidio
• Appointments to the Fort Gordon Regional Growth Management Plan Implementation Group
• FY 23 Personnel Savings report
• Year to Date Budget, SPLOST, and Investment reports

The Management and Internal Services Committee approved forwarding three items to the April 18, 2023 Board of Commissioners Consent Agenda. These included personnel appointments, a medical plan amendment, and a contract extension. The committee also approved the March 14, 2023 meeting minutes.

• Approved March 14, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved forwarding appointments of Alison Couch and Glenn Kennedy to the Fort Gordon Regional Growth Management Plan Implementation Group to Board of Commissioners
• Approved forwarding Resolution 23-17 to include Deputy Coroners in the Employee Medical Plan to Board of Commissioners
• Approved forwarding a one-year extension of the agreement with Presidio to Board of Commissioners

Planning Commission

The Columbia County Planning Commission will consider several business licenses and home occupation requests. The body will also hold public hearings regarding zoning variances and a massage operator's license revocation.

• Massage Operator's License for Stephanie Hall dba Sport & Injury Bodyworks, LLC at 487 Brad Mary Lake Road
• Provisional Home Occupation requests for Savannah River Outdoors (5750 Cawley Road) and Cathey Construction and Services (816 Matts Lane)
• Conceptual Plan for Byrd Farm Estates, 15 lots on 29.4 +/- acres off Louisville Road
• Public hearing for variances at 330 E Milledgeville Road and 4567 Oxford Drive
• Public hearing for Massage Operator's License Revocation for Oriental Massage at 4158 Washington Road, Suite 10

The Commission approved a massage operator's license, two provisional home occupations, and a conceptual plan for a 15-lot residential development. It also recommended approval for two variances and granted a probationary period to a massage business facing license revocation.

• Approved Massage Operator’s License for Stephanie Hall dba Sport & Injury Bodyworks, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved Provisional Home Occupation for Savannah River Outdoors (unanimous)
• Approved Provisional Home Occupation for Cathey Construction and Services (unanimous)
• Approved Conceptual Plan for Byrd Farm Estates, 15 lots (unanimous)
• Recommended approval with conditions for variances at 330 E Milledgeville Road (unanimous)
• Recommended approval with condition for variance at 4567 Oxford Drive (unanimous)
• Approved 12-month probationary period for Oriental Massage license (3-1)

Community and Emergency Services

The Community and Emergency Services Committee will discuss the acceptance of a technology subgrant for an accountability court and the settlement of two fire pumper leases. The meeting also includes a recognition of EMA Director Shawn Granato.

• Acceptance of a Technology Subgrant Award Accountability Court Grant from the Criminal Justice Coordinating Council
• Settle 2 Fire Pumper Leases from PNC Equipment Finance
• Animal Services Donations
• Recognition of EMA Director Shawn Granato by GEMA Field Coordinator Collin Hopf
• Executive session to discuss Property A

The Community and Emergency Services Committee approved forwarding several financial items to the April 18, 2023 Board of Commissioners agenda. These include a technology subgrant, an animal services donation, and lease settlements for fire equipment.

• Approved minutes of the February 28, 2023 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved forwarding acceptance of $7,875 Technology Subgrant from Criminal Justice Coordinating Council
• Approved forwarding acceptance of $1,000 donation from Attic Treasures for Animal Services
• Approved forwarding $583,421.49 payment from ARPA funds for two fire pumper lease settlements from PNC Equipment Finance
• Approved forwarding Property A to the April 18, 2023 Board of Commissioners Executive Session Agenda

Public Works Services

The Public Works and Engineering Services Committee is meeting to discuss water utility purchases and engineering projects. The body will hold a public hearing on establishing street light districts and review several construction contracts for road improvements and resurfacing.

• Public hearing and resolutions to establish Street Light Districts for Four Oaks Ph. 2C, Greenpoint Ph. 1B, and Highland Lakes Sec 3
• Construction contracts for S. Old Belair Rd, Patriot's Park Turn Lanes, and resurfacing of White Oak Rd, County Line Rd, and Sawdust Rd
• Resolution 23-15 to create a “No Parking” zone on Bellewood Drive
• Independent Contractor Agreement with Southern Asphalt for Water Utility Campus Paving
• Purchase of a Ram 3500 Cab & Chassis from Thomson Motor Centre

The Public Works and Engineering Services Committee approved forwarding several construction contracts, vehicle purchases, and zoning resolutions to the Board of Commissioners for final action on April 18, 2023. The committee also held a public hearing regarding the establishment of three street light districts.

• Approved forwarding $4.4M Southern Asphalt resurfacing contract for White Oak, County Line, and Sawdust Roads
• Approved forwarding $3.9M Gearig Civilworks contract for 2023 LMIG
• Approved forwarding $717,887 Reeves Construction contract for S. Old Belair Rd at Old Belair Ln improvements
• Approved forwarding $708,172.38 Southern Asphalt contract for Water Utility Campus Paving
• Approved forwarding $545,934.66 J.A. Long, Inc. contract for Patriot's Park turn lanes
• Approved forwarding $61,973 purchase of a Ram 3500 Cab & Chassis from Thomson Motor Centre
• Approved forwarding Resolutions 23-09, 23-11, and 23-13 to establish street light districts in Four Oaks Ph. 2C, Greenpoint Ph. 1B, and Highland Lakes Sec 3
• Approved forwarding Resolution 23-15 to create a 'No Parking' zone on Bellewood Drive

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners is holding an elected officials work session. The primary purpose of the meeting is to review the budget for Fiscal Year 23/24.

• Fiscal Year 23/24 budget review

The Board of Commissioners held a work session to review new personnel and general fund capital requests. Elected and appointed officials discussed their budget requests with the Board. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners is meeting for a work session to review the Fiscal Year 23/24 budget. No other items are listed for decision or discussion.

• Fiscal Year 23/24 budget review

The Board of Commissioners conducted a budget work session to review the proposed general fund budget, operating funds, capital funds, and personnel requests. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will vote on a consent agenda including technology purchases and settlement agreements. The debate agenda includes several zoning appeals and variances, as well as authorization for a Government Efficiency and Functionality Study.

• Resolution 23-14 to participate in National Teva, Allergan, CVS, Walgreens and Walmart Settlements
• Purchase of Motorola Radios and Automated License Plate Reader Camera from Flock
• Construction contract with R.D. Brown Contractors, Inc. for Martinez Park Grading and Wall Construction
• Rezoning request for 343 Gardenia Drive from R-1 to R-2
• Authorization for a Government Efficiency and Functionality Study

The Board approved several high-cost procurement items, including new radios and IT equipment, and authorized a government efficiency study. Multiple zoning variances and road widening easements were also approved. A motion to overturn a Planning Commission decision on a PUD revision failed due to lack of a second.

• Approved $4,780,280.23 for Motorola radios
• Approved $253,017.77 for Dell IT equipment replacement
• Approved $399,348.34 contract with R.D. Brown Contractors for Martinez Park
• Authorized government efficiency study not to exceed $100,000 (3-1)
• Approved rezoning from R-1 to R-2 for 343 Gardenia Drive
• Approved variance for drive-thru window at 4408 Evans to Locks Road
• Approved $20,000+ in combined easements for Hereford Farm and Hardy McManus Road widening
• Approved Resolution 23-14 to participate in national pharmacy and wholesaler settlements

Planning Commission

The Columbia County Planning Commission will discuss several rezoning requests, variances, and plat approvals. The meeting includes public hearings for property changes on Jacqueline Drive, Cox Road, and Riverwatch Parkway.

• Rezoning of 3265 Jacqueline Drive from Residential Agricultural to Special
• Rezoning of 3.0 +/- acres on Riverwatch Parkway and Rountree Way from Single Family Residential to General Commercial
• Preliminary plat for Four Oaks Phase 4 (32 lots) off Hereford Farm Road
• Final plats for Canton Park Phase 3 (20 lots) and Tillery Park Section II (62 lots)
• Massage Operator's License for Jessica Yates dba Balance Bodywork at 3685 Riverwatch Parkway

The Commission recommended approval for multiple rezoning and variance requests, including a medical office on Stardust Road. It approved a massage operator's license, a home occupation request, and three residential plats. Three items regarding Riverwatch Parkway and Rountree Way were postponed to April 20, 2023.

• Recommended approval of rezoning to C-1 at 4389 Hereford Farm Road (Unanimous)
• Recommended approval of rezoning to P-1 at 3535 Stardust Road (4-1)
• Approved Massage Operator's License for Jessica Yates dba Balance Bodywork (Unanimous)
• Approved Provisional Home Occupation for Cloud Construction, Inc. (Unanimous)
• Approved preliminary plat for Four Oaks Phase 4 (Unanimous)
• Approved final plats for Canton Park Phase 3 and Tillery Park Section II (Unanimous)
• Recommended approval of rezoning to S-1 at 3265 Jacqueline Drive (Unanimous)
• Postponed rezoning and variance requests for Riverwatch Parkway/Rountree Way to April 20, 2023 (Unanimous)

Development and Engineering Services

The Development and Planning Services Committee is meeting to discuss a construction contract for Martinez Park and a landscaping encroachment agreement. The body will also review monthly workload and financial reports from the Planning and Development Services divisions.

• Construction Contract with R.D. Brown Contractors, Inc. for the Martinez Park Grading and Wall Construction Project (Bid # 2023004-BID3000)
• Encroachment Agreement-Landscaping for Grand Oak River Island, LLC (Tax map 081 Parcel 617, 24.68 +/- acres, PUD)

The Development and Planning Services Committee approved forwarding two items to the March 21, 2023 Board of Commissioners Consent Agenda. These include a construction contract for Martinez Park and an encroachment agreement for Grand Oak River Island, LLC.

• Approved forwarding $399,348.34 Martinez Park grading and wall construction contract with R.D. Brown Contractors, Inc. to Board of Commissioners
• Approved forwarding Encroachment Agreement for landscaping at Tax Map 081 Parcel 617 (Grand Oak River Island, LLC) to Board of Commissioners
• Approved February 14, 2023 meeting minutes

Committee Meetings

The Columbia County Audit Committee is meeting to discuss draft reports and an internal audit update. The session includes reviews of specific county departments and services.

• Draft report for Library System
• Draft report for Parks, Recreation & Events Department
• Draft report for Recycling Center
• Internal Audit Update

The Audit Committee approved the minutes from December 13, 2022. The committee received draft internal audit reports for the Library System, Parks, Recreation & Events Department, and the Recycling Center, and received an update on pending audits for the Sheriff's Office, Detention Center, Broadband Utility, and Fire Services Fund.

• Approved December 13, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Management and Internal Services

The Management and Internal Services Committee is reviewing several administrative and technology contracts. The body will discuss a resolution to participate in national settlements with Teva, Allergan, CVS, Walgreens, and Walmart.

• Resolution 23-14 regarding National Teva, Allergan, CVS, Walgreens and Walmart Settlements
• Authorization for a Government Efficiency and Functionality Study
• Purchase of Motorola Radios
• Purchase of Automated License Plate Reader Camera from Flock
• Dark Fiber IRU agreements with Gentry Fund, LLC and Segra

The Management and Internal Services Committee approved forwarding several procurement and legal items to the March 21, 2023 Board of Commissioners meeting. Key items include a large purchase of Motorola radios and a proposed government efficiency study.

• Approved February 14, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
• Forwarded Resolution 23-14 regarding national pharmacy/drug settlements to Board Consent Agenda
• Forwarded FY2023 Service Agreement with Richmond County Medical Society Project Access, Inc. to Board Consent Agenda
• Forwarded $4,780,280.23 purchase of Motorola radios to Board Consent Agenda
• Forwarded authorization for government efficiency and functionality study (not to exceed $100,000) to Board Debate Agenda
• Forwarded $253,017.77 Dell computer equipment purchase to Board Consent Agenda
• Forwarded $2,850 purchase of Flock Automated License Plate Reader camera to Board Consent Agenda
• Forwarded $1,307,536.15 funding source revision for CelPlan License Plate Reader project to Board Consent Agenda

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will hold a second reading of an ordinance regarding panhandling. The body is also reviewing several rezoning and variance requests and considering a resolution to change the composition of the Board of Elections.

• Ordinance Number 23-01 adding Section 58-10 Panhandling (Second Reading)
• Rezoning and variance requests for properties on Cobbham Road, Wrightsboro Road, Washington Road, and Birdsong Way
• Resolution Number 23-08 to amend the composition of the Columbia County Board of Elections
• Contracts with Ardurra Group, Inc., Hudson Grassing Company, Inc., and Peek Pavement Marking, LLC
• Executive session to discuss right of way and easements for Hardy McManus Road and Hereford Farm Road widening projects

The Board of Commissioners approved several rezoning and variance requests for telecommunications and commercial use. They also authorized various equipment purchases and payments for right-of-way easements for road widening projects.

• Approved rezoning and variance for a 260-foot wireless tower off Cobbham Road (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning at 4432 Wrightsboro Road from R-1 to S-1 (unanimous)
• Approved conditional use for a tattoo parlor at 3821 Washington Road (unanimous)
• Approved variance to remove residential separation requirement at 4750 Washington Road (3-2)
• Approved Resolution 23-08 to amend the Columbia County Board of Elections composition (unanimous)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance 23-01 regarding panhandling (unanimous)
• Approved $150,000 to purchase property adjacent to Jim Blanchard Water Treatment Plant (unanimous)
• Approved various easements for Hardy McManus and Hereford Farm Road Widening Projects (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Columbia County Planning Commission will review several land-use requests, including rezoning and variances. The body will also consider a final plat for a residential phase and a provisional home occupation request.

• Rezoning from R-3 to P-1 (Professional) at 3535 Stardust Road
• Rezoning from R-1 to R-2 (Single Family Residential) at 343 Gardenia Drive
• Variances for 3535 Stardust Road, 5460 Washington Road, and 4408 Evans to Locks Road
• Final Plat for Quaker Knoll Phase 2 (68 lots) off Wrightsboro Road
• Provisional Home Occupation request for Randolph Property Group II, LLC at 4864 Hardy McManus Road

The Commission approved a provisional home occupation for Randolph Property Group II and the final plat for Quaker Knoll Phase 2. Several rezoning and variance requests received recommendations for approval, while two items for 3535 Stardust Road were postponed.

• Approved Provisional Home Occupation for Randolph Property Group II, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved final plat for Quaker Knoll Phase 2 (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of rezoning from R-1 to R-2 at 343 Gardenia Drive (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of variance for 5460 Washington Road (unanimous)
• Recommended approval with tree buffer condition for variance at 4408 Evans to Locks Road (unanimous)
• Postponed rezoning and variance requests for 3535 Stardust Road to March 16, 2023 (unanimous)
• Moved April 6th meeting to March 30th (unanimous)

Public Works Services

The Public Works and Engineering Services Committee will discuss several utility proposals and infrastructure contracts. The body will review agreements for biosolids management, water treatment plant easements, and road striping.

• Engineering Proposal for Annual Biosolids Land Application Program with Ardurra Group, INC.
• Independent Contractor Agreement for Biosolids Management Services with Hudson Grassing Company, Inc.
• Georgia Power Easement Agreement for Clarks Hill Water Treatment Plant
• Engineering Proposal for Grovetown Tank Drain Improvements with Bluewater Engineering Services
• Striping Contract with Peek Pavement Marking, LLC for Fiscal Year 2023 Safety Striping Project A

The Public Works and Engineering Services Committee approved forwarding several utility and infrastructure contracts to the March 7, 2023 Board of Commissioners Consent Agenda. These items include water utility services, road striping, and land easements. The committee also approved the minutes from the January 24, 2023 meeting.

• Approved January 24, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Forwarded $15,500 Ardurra Group, Inc. biosolids contract to Board of Commissioners
• Forwarded Hudson Grassing Company, Inc. biosolids management agreement to Board of Commissioners
• Forwarded Georgia Power easement for Clarks Hill Water Treatment Plant to Board of Commissioners
• Forwarded $7,475 Bluewater Engineering Services Grovetown tank drain contract to Board of Commissioners
• Forwarded $70,293.90 Peek Pavement Marking, LLC safety striping contract to Board of Commissioners
• Forwarded $6,000 Option Agreement with Estate of Daisy Broadhurst Hunt to Board of Commissioners
• Forwarded Quaker Knoll Phase 2 improvements acceptance to Board of Commissioners

Community and Emergency Services

The Community and Emergency Services Committee is meeting to discuss new business including fleet purchases and contractor agreements. The body will review reports on fire response and budget status.

• Fleet Services vehicle and equipment purchases
• Independent contractor agreement with Renforce for the Accountability Court
• USSSA Baseball Tournament hosting agreement with Game Day JJ, LLC
• Animal Services purchase of replacement incinerator from Therm-Tec
• Animal Services and Fire Services donations

The Community and Emergency Services Committee approved several equipment purchases, contracts, and donations for forwarding to the March 7, 2023 Board of Commissioners Consent Agenda. These items include fleet vehicles, animal services equipment, and a baseball tournament hosting agreement.

• Approved minutes of January 24, 2023 meeting
• Forwarded purchase of one Gen 3 MowerMax ($233,904.50), three Grasshopper Mowers ($49,371.90), one Gradall XL 5100 ($600,000), and thirteen Ram 1500s ($558,896) to Board of Commissioners
• Forwarded Independent Contractor Agreement with Renforce for the Accountability Court to Board of Commissioners
• Forwarded acceptance of $1,574.62 donation to Animal Services to Board of Commissioners
• Forwarded hosting agreement with Game Day JJ, LLC for 14 baseball tournaments to Board of Commissioners
• Forwarded purchase of Therm-Tec incinerator for $110,732 to Board of Commissioners
• Forwarded acceptance of $100 donation to Fire Rescue to Board of Commissioners

General

The Columbia County Construction Board will meet to elect officers and approve minutes from December 13, 2022. The board will also review the monthly permit report.

• Election of officers
• Approval of December 13, 2022 meeting minutes
• Monthly Permit Report

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will discuss the first reading of a panhandling ordinance and resolutions to create a Public Facilities Authority and a Hospital Authority. The body is also reviewing several construction contracts and zoning revisions.

• Ordinance Number 23-01 adding Section 58-10 regarding Panhandling
• Construction contract with Sommers Construction, LLC for Sheriff's Office 911 Center Addition
• Professional Services Contract with Cranston Engineering for tennis court renovations at Lonnie Morris, Patriots Park, and Riverside Park
• Construction Contract with Augusta Quality, LLC for Washington Rd Gateway Landscaping
• Major PUD Revision for 15.9 +/- acres off Columbia Road (RZ23-01-04)

The Board approved multiple construction and service contracts, including a 911 center addition and road landscaping. They also passed resolutions to create a Public Facilities Authority and a Hospital Authority. Additionally, the Board approved right-of-way payments for the Hardy McManus Road widening project.

• Approved $485,900 contract with Sommers Construction, LLC for 911 Center Addition
• Approved $982,839.36 contract with Augusta Quality, LLC for Washington Rd Gateway Landscaping
• Approved Resolution 23-05 to create the Columbia County Public Facilities Authority
• Approved Resolution 23-06 to declare the need for a Hospital Authority
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 23-01 regarding panhandling
• Approved $95,260 contract with Cranston Engineering for tennis court renovations
• Approved right-of-way payments totaling $309,304 for Hardy McManus Road widening
• Approved major PUD revision for property at tax map 061 parcel 081U

Planning Commission

The Columbia County Planning Commission will discuss several postponed rezoning and variance appeals. The body is also reviewing a new 48-lot conceptual plan and various conditional use and special revision requests.

• Conceptual plan for Timber Creek, 48 lots off Mullikin Road
• Rezoning from R-1 to S-1 at 4432 Wrightsboro Road
• Conditional Use request for a tattoo parlor at 3821 Washington Road
• Rezoning from R-2 to C-1 at 4389 Hereford Farm Road
• Rezoning from Unzoned Railroad Right of Way to M-1 off Washington Road

The Planning Commission approved a minor PUD revision for 777 Jones Creek and recommended approval for a cell tower rezoning and height variance on Cobbham Road. Other actions included approving a 48-lot conceptual plan for Timber Creek and a home occupation for Augusta Dumpster Rentals, LLC.

• Approved Minor PUD Revision for 777 Jones Creek (4-1)
• Upheld staff decision to disapprove billboard appeal AP22-10-01 (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of R-A to S-1 rezoning for Cobbham Road cell tower (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of height variance VA23-01-04 for Cobbham Road tower (unanimous)
• Approved 48-lot conceptual plan for Timber Creek off Mullikin Road (unanimous)
• Approved Provisional Home Occupation for Augusta Dumpster Rentals, LLC (unanimous)
• Recommended approval with conditions for rezoning at 4432 Wrightsboro Road (unanimous)
• Recommended approval with condition for tattoo parlor at 3821 Wrightsboro Road (unanimous)

Management and Internal Services

The Management and Internal Services Committee is reviewing several resolutions, including the creation of a Public Facilities Authority and a Hospital Authority. The body is also discussing a new panhandling ordinance and various service contracts. Staff will provide reports on the FY 2023 personnel savings and the SPLOST update.

• Ordinance Number 23-01 adding Section 58-10 regarding Panhandling
• Resolution Number 23-05 requesting the creation of the Columbia County Public Facilities Authority
• Resolution Number 23-06 declaring the need for a Hospital Authority
• Agreement with Georgia Family Crisis Solutions for drug and veteran's court treatment services
• T-Mobile contract for County Camp Tower Attachment

The Management and Internal Services Committee approved forwarding several items to the February 21, 2023 Board of Commissioners meeting. These include requests to create a Public Facilities Authority and a Hospital Authority, as well as various service contracts and an ordinance regarding panhandling.

• Approved forwarding Resolution 23-05 to create Columbia County Public Facilities Authority
• Approved forwarding Resolution 23-06 to declare need for a Hospital Authority
• Approved forwarding Ordinance 23-01 adding Section 58-10 Panhandling to County Code
• Approved forwarding Resolution 23-08 to amend Columbia County Board of Elections composition
• Approved forwarding $110,000 ESRI subscription renewal payment for 2023-2024
• Approved forwarding $42,016 ArcGIS Urban Online Agreement with ESRI
• Approved forwarding $4,645.60 Statement of Work with CivicPlus, LLC
• Approved forwarding appointment of Rickie Dean to Animal Services Advisory Board

Development and Engineering Services

The Development and Planning Services Committee is reviewing several professional services and construction contracts. The body will also discuss alcoholic beverage licenses and a resolution regarding worker's compensation insurance requirements.

• Professional Services Contract with Cranston Engineering for tennis court renovations at Lonnie Morris, Patriots Park, and Riverside Park
• Construction contract with Sommers Construction, LLC for Columbia County Sheriff's Office 911 Center Addition
• Construction contract with Augusta Quality, LLC for Washington Rd Gateway Landscaping
• Alcoholic Beverage Licenses for Ortiz & Nadhia LLC dba Fuji Asian and Charros Express-Mex Inc
• Resolution 23-07 to temporarily halt worker’s compensation insurance requirements for companies with fewer than three employees

The Development and Planning Services Committee approved forwarding multiple contracts, change orders, and beverage licenses to the Board of Commissioners for final action. These include park renovations, a 911 center addition, and gateway landscaping.

• Approved forwarding $95,260 Cranston Engineering contract for tennis court renovations
• Approved forwarding -$5,749.93 change order for Justice Center Annex
• Approved forwarding $485,900 Sommers Construction, LLC contract for 911 Center Addition
• Approved forwarding $982,839.36 Augusta Quality, LLC contract for Washington Rd Gateway Landscaping
• Approved forwarding alcoholic beverage license for Ortiz & Nadhia LLC dba Fuji Asian
• Approved forwarding alcoholic beverage license for Charros Express-Mex Inc
• Approved forwarding Resolution 23-07 regarding worker's compensation insurance requirements
• Approved January 10, 2023 meeting minutes

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will vote on the adoption of the Parks and Recreation Master Plan and proposed fee changes for the Savannah Rapids Pavilion and Columbia County Exhibition Center. The meeting includes decisions on several zoning variances and the establishment of street light districts.

• Adoption of the Parks and Recreation Master Plan
• Proposed fee schedule amendments for Savannah Rapids Pavilion and Columbia County Exhibition Center
• Zoning variance requests for 3520 Washington Road and 1901 William Few Parkway
• PUD revision for 6114 Maness Court
• Right of way and easement acquisitions for the Hardy McManus Road Widening Project

Planning Commission

The Columbia County Planning Commission will discuss several land use requests, including a rezoning for 777 Jones Creek. The body will also review preliminary and final plats for residential developments and consider variations for properties on Columbia Road and Cooper Drive.

• RZ23-01-04: Major PUD Revision for 5356 Columbia Road (15.9 +/- acres)
• VA22-11-02: Variation for 4130 Columbia Road (3.5 +/- acres)
• Wrights Farm Section III: Preliminary Plat for 81 lots off Wrightsboro Road
• River Oaks Phase 3: Final Plat for 35 lots off Hardy McManus Road
• RZ23-02-01: Public hearing for rezoning 777 Jones Creek from PUD to S-1

The Commission approved a PUD revision at 5356 Columbia Road and a preliminary plat for Wrights Farm Section III. A variance for 4130 Columbia Road was approved with landscaping and signage conditions, and a rezoning request for 777 Jones Creek was withdrawn without prejudice.

• Approved Major PUD Revision for 5356 Columbia Road (unanimous)
• Approved Variation for 4130 Columbia Road with signage and landscaping conditions (unanimous)
• Approved Preliminary Plat for Wrights Farm Section III (unanimous)
• Approved Final Plat for River Oaks Phase 3 (unanimous)
• Withdrew without prejudice Rezoning for 777 Jones Creek from PUD to S-1 (unanimous)
• Approved Variance for signs at 140 Cooper Drive with POA approval condition (unanimous)

Community and Emergency Services

The Community and Emergency Services Committee is meeting to discuss several resolutions and contracts. Key items include the adoption of a master plan for parks and recreation and updates to facility fee schedules.

• Resolution Number 23-02: Adoption of the Parks and Recreation Master Plan
• Resolution 23-03: Fee schedule amendment for Savannah Rapids Pavilion
• Resolution 23-04: Fee schedule amendment for Columbia County Exhibition Center
• Contract with Bliss Products and Services Inc. for Martinez Park playground equipment
• Contract for Cardiotronix, LLC for AED inspection and calibration

The committee approved forwarding several items to the February 7, 2023 Board of Commissioners meeting, including a playground equipment contract and a Parks and Recreation Master Plan. They also recommended the acceptance of donations for animal services and the senior center. Fire services reports were presented during the meeting.

• Approved forwarding $1,149,978.35 contract with Bliss Products and Services Inc. for Martinez Park playground equipment
• Approved forwarding Resolution 23-02 Adoption of the Parks and Recreation Master Plan
• Approved forwarding acceptance of $3,140 donation for Columbia County Animal Services
• Approved forwarding acceptance of $4,545 donation for Columbia County Senior Center
• Approved forwarding $10,000 agreement with MLFLW, LLC for Tackle Warehouse Invitational Tournament
• Approved forwarding $22,937.47 Motorola Mach Alert Services Contract renewal
• Approved forwarding $6,381 contract with Cardiotronix, LLC for AED inspection and calibration
• Approved forwarding fee schedule amendments for Savannah Rapids Pavilion (Res 23-03) and Columbia County Exhibition Center (Res 23-04)

Public Works Services

The Public Works and Engineering Services Committee is meeting to discuss several infrastructure and facility projects. The body will review professional services contracts and the acceptance of improvements for specific residential phases.

• Professional Services Contract with Christopher Booker and Associates, P.C. for the Coroner's Office Renovation and Addition
• Purchase of Applied Information (AI) Glance Smart City Supervisory System Modules
• Revised Georgia Power Relocation Agreement for Horizon South Pkwy Widening (PI No 0008351)
• Acceptance for improvements for River Oaks Phase 3
• Acceptance for improvements for Tillery Park Section 2

The Public Works and Engineering Services Committee approved forwarding five contracts and two property items to the February 7, 2023 Board of Commissioners agenda. These items include a coroner's office renovation, smart city modules, and road widening agreements.

• Approved forwarding $56,000 contract with Christopher Booker and Associates, P.C. for Coroner's Office renovation and addition
• Approved forwarding $69,150.08 purchase of 16 Applied Information (AI) Glance Smart City Supervisory System Modules
• Approved forwarding Georgia Power relocation agreement for Horizon South Pkwy widening not to exceed $605,303
• Approved forwarding acceptance of improvements and easements for River Oaks Phase 3
• Approved forwarding acceptance of right of way and improvements for Tillery Park Section 2
• Approved forwarding Property A to the Board of Commissioners Executive Session
• Approved December 13, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Columbia County Planning Commission will discuss provisional home occupations and temporary use authorizations. The body will also hold public hearings on a PUD revision and two variances.

• Provisional Home Occupation: Home Prep, LLC at 6041 Old Union Road
• Provisional Home Occupation: Nana's Little Red School House at 2753 Scotts Ferry Road
• Temporary Use Authorization: 259 Louisville Road
• Public Hearing RZ23-01-10: Major PUD Revision at 6114 Maness Court
• Public Hearings VA23-01-05 and VA23-01-06: Variances for 3520 Washington Road and 1901 William Few Parkway

The Planning Commission unanimously approved two provisional home occupations, a temporary use authorization, and a PUD revision. A sign variance was approved with conditions, while a variance for lot and structure requirements was denied.

• Approved Provisional Home Occupation for Home Prep, LLC at 6041 Old Union Road (unanimous)
• Approved Provisional Home Occupation for Nana’s Little Red School House at 2753 Scott’s Ferry Road (unanimous)
• Approved Temporary Use Authorization for 259 Louisville Road (unanimous)
• Approved Major PUD Revision for 6114 Maness Court (unanimous)
• Approved Variance to Section 90-135 Signs for 3520 Washington Road with condition that combined sign face area not exceed 116.25 square feet (unanimous)
• Denied Variance to Section 90-98 List of Lot & Structure Requirements for 1901 William Few Parkway (3-2)

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will review several rezoning applications and the establishment of street light districts. The meeting also includes voting on various professional service contracts and the acceptance of three grants.

• Rezoning of 29.4 +/- acres off Louisville Road from R-A to R-1
• Rezoning of 2.92 +/- acres at 936 Appling Harlem Road from R-A to S-1
• Major PUD Revision for 17.8 +/- acres off Laurel Drive
• Resolutions 22-41 through 22-47 to establish Street Light Districts in seven areas
• Acceptance of VOCA, ARPA, and Emergency Management Performance grants

The Board of Commissioners approved three rezoning requests and a major PUD revision. They also authorized the establishment of seven street light districts and accepted several grants for judicial and emergency services.

• Approved first reading of Resolutions 22-41 through 22-47 to establish street light districts (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 23-01 for abandonment and surplus of part of John Deere Parkway (unanimous)
• Approved Major PUD revision for property off Laurel Drive (Tax map 060 Parcel 1698) with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning from R-A to R-1 for property off Louisville Road (Tax map 040 Parcel 043) limited to 15 lots (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning from R-A to S-1 for 936 Appling Harlem Road (Tax map 031A Parcel 047) with conditions (unanimous)
• Accepted Judicial Council ARPA grant funding of $1,011,758 (unanimous)
• Approved $1.51M professional services contract with Goodwyn Mills Cawood for Building A (unanimous)
• Accepted FY2022 Emergency Management Performance grant of $37,216 (unanimous)

Management and Internal Services

The Management and Internal Services Committee is meeting to discuss the acceptance of several grants and a service agreement. The body will also review a procurement policy revision and receive budget and investment reports.

• Acceptance of Criminal Justice Coordinating Council VOCA assistance grant
• Acceptance of Judicial Council ARPA Grant Funding CY23
• Acceptance of FY2022 Emergency Management Performance Grant Application
• Revision of Comprehensive Policy Number 603.1, Procurement
• Dedicated Internet Access Service Agreement with Lumen

The Management and Internal Services Committee approved forwarding several grant acceptances, a procurement policy revision, and an internet service agreement to the January 17, 2023 Board of Commissioners Consent Agenda. The committee also reviewed personnel savings, budget, SPLOST, and investment reports.

• Approved December 13, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Forwarded acceptance of Victims of Crime Act assistance grant C22-08-076 to Board of Commissioners
• Forwarded acceptance of $1,011,758 Judicial Council ARPA grant funding to Board of Commissioners
• Forwarded acceptance of $37,216 FY 2022 Emergency Management Performance grant to Board of Commissioners
• Forwarded revision of Comprehensive Policy Number 603.1, Procurement to Board of Commissioners
• Forwarded dedicated internet access agreement with Lumen to Board of Commissioners

Development and Engineering Services

The Development and Planning Services Committee is reviewing several contractor agreements for engineering and inspection services. The body will hold a public hearing regarding the establishment of street light districts for multiple subdivisions. Members will also review monthly planning and development workload reports.

• Public hearing on street light districts for Highland Lakes Sec 1C, River Island Sec 3 Ph 2C3, Somerset @ Williamsburg Ph 8, River Oaks Ph 2, Tillery Park 1A, Tillery Park 1B, and Crawford Creek Sec 10
• Contractor agreements with WSP USA Environment and Infastructure, Inc. for The Market, Building A, and Fire Rescue Station 2 Replacement
• Professional Services Contract with Goodwyn Mills Cawood for Building A
• Engineering Proposal from Bluewater Engineering Services for Old Trail Road E. Gravity Sewerline

The Development and Planning Services Committee approved forwarding multiple contractor agreements for engineering, testing, and inspections to the Board of Commissioners. A public hearing was held regarding the establishment of several street light districts, with no public comments received.

• Approved forwarding $1.51M contract with Goodwyn Mills Cawood for Building A
• Approved forwarding $9,754 agreement with WSP USA for The Market inspections and testing
• Approved forwarding $8,325 agreement with WSP USA for Building A geotechnical services
• Approved forwarding $7,074 agreement with WSP USA for Fire Rescue Station 2 Replacement geotechnical services
• Approved forwarding $6,100 agreement with WSP USA for Building A asbestos inspection and demolition report
• Approved forwarding $5,150 proposal from Bluewater Engineering Services for Old Trail Road E. gravity sewerline repair
• Approved minutes from December 13, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Columbia County Planning Commission will hold a meeting to discuss various land-use requests, including rezonings and variances. The body will also consider a massage operator's license and a master sign plan. Several items on the agenda are postponed from previous meetings.

• Rezoning of 337 +/- acres off Horizon South Parkway from R-A to PUD
• Rezoning of 29.4 +/- acres off Louisville Road from R-A to R-1 and a related Concept Plan for Byrd Farm Estates
• Rezoning of 4.0 +/- acres off Washington Road from Unzoned Railroad Right of Way to M-1
• Massage Operator's License application for Elizabeth D. McCoy at 444 Fury's Ferry Road
• Rezoning of 4389 Hereford Farm Road from R-2 to C-1 and a related variance request

The Planning Commission approved a PUD revision for Bartram Trails, a rezoning and concept plan for Byrd Farm Estates, and a special zoning request for Horizon Towing. Several other rezoning and variance requests were postponed or withdrawn.

• Elected Al Dempsey as Chairman and Michael W. Carraway as Vice-Chairman (4-0)
• Approved Bartram Trails Major PUD Revision with conditions (4-0)
• Approved rezoning of 29.4 acres off Louisville Road to R-1 with conditions (4-0)
• Approved Byrd Farm Estates Concept Plan (4-0)
• Approved rezoning of 936 Appling Harlem Road to S-1 with conditions (4-0)
• Approved Massage Operator's License for Elizabeth D. McCoy (4-0)
• Approved Greenpoint PUD Master Sign Plan (4-0)
• Approved Provisional Home Occupation for Linros Transport LLC (4-0)

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will discuss and decide on three zoning and land use requests. The meeting also includes the election of a Vice Chairman and the appointment of board and committee members.

• RZ22-12-05: Master Sign Plan for 444 North Belair Road
• RZ22-12-06: Major PUD Revision for 3801 Park Lane
• RZ22-12-09: Conditional Use for a Gym at 472 Flowing Wells Road
• Election of Vice Chairman
• Board and Committee Appointments

The Board of Commissioners elected Commissioner Richardson as Vice Chairman and approved three zoning requests involving a sign plan, a PUD revision, and a conditional use for a gym. The Board also approved various board and committee appointments.

• Elected Commissioner Richardson as Vice Chairman (unanimous)
• Approved reappointments and appointments to Boards and Committees (unanimous)
• Approved master sign plan for 444 North Belair Road with specific color and size conditions (unanimous)
• Approved major PUD revision for 3801 Park Lane with landscaping, lighting, and easement conditions (unanimous)
• Approved conditional use for a gym at 472 Flowing Wells Road with parking and backflow conditions (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from December 20, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Postponed Resolution 23-01 regarding John Deere Parkway to January 17, 2023