Macon-Bibb County public meetings in 2021

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review a resolution to approve a new Commission District Map and request state legislative changes. The agenda also includes an ordinance for a homeless census using ARP funds and a large supplemental budget appropriation. Other items involve park renovations and grant acceptances.

• Resolution approving a new Commission District Map
• Ordinance to fund a homeless census using up to $250,000 in ARP funds
• $166,413 contract with Sam Hall & Sons, Inc. for Gateway Park renovations
• $2,551,318 supplemental appropriation for the FY 2021 General Fund
• Acceptance of a $132,510 grant for Accountability Court programs

Board of Commissioners

The Ad Hoc Committee on Reapportionment will elect a chairman and review a proposed commission district map. The committee will consider a resolution to approve the map and request that the Georgia General Assembly amend the Macon-Bibb County Charter.

• Election of Chairman
• Review of Commission District Map
• Resolution to approve a new Commission District Map
• Request for local legislation to amend the Macon-Bibb County Charter

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing a $2,551,318 supplemental appropriation for the FY 2021 General Fund Budget. The agenda also includes a contract for Gateway Park renovations and several alcohol beverage license applications. Additionally, the committee will discuss state legislative support for per diem increases in child care.

• $166,413 construction contract with Sam Hall & Sons for Gateway Park renovation
• Acceptance of a $132,510 ESG grant for Accountability Court programs
• $2,551,318 supplemental appropriation to the FY 2021 General Fund Budget
• Recommendation to deny an alcohol license for Discount Grocery on Rocky Creek Road
• $60,000 appropriation from the Confiscated Fund Balance for a settlement agreement

The Committee of the Whole approved an ordinance to conduct a comprehensive census of homeless citizens and fund street-level social workers using up to $250,000 in ARPA funds, with a 7-1 vote. A new alcohol license for Discount Grocery was denied, while Beverage South's license was approved. The Gateway Park renovation contract and a lease for the Public Defender's Office were also approved.

• Approved homeless census and social worker ordinance (7-1)
• Denied alcohol license for Discount Grocery (unanimous)
• Approved alcohol license for Beverage South (unanimous)
• Approved $166,413 Gateway Park renovation contract (unanimous)
• Approved lease for Public Defender's Office at $1,350/month (unanimous)
• Approved FY2021 budget amendment to $186,392,211 (unanimous)
• Approved $60,000 supplemental appropriation from confiscated funds (unanimous)
• Tabled coin-operated amusement machine distance ordinance (4-3)

Pedestrian Safety Review Board

This special called meeting consists of procedural items. The board will approve the November 16, 2021, minutes and sign a form for the Mayor.

• Approval of November 16, 2021, minutes
• Signing of form for Mayor

The Pedestrian Safety Review Board approved minutes and unanimously agreed to review the crossing area at Cirrus Academy and how students cross Pio Nono Avenue. They also agreed to review placement of Pedestrian Activated Lights on Mercer University Drive at Montpelier Avenue and Pio Nono Avenue. A Vision Zero update noted a 3-year Transportation Coordinator position with about $400,000 in funding. The Walking Audit Form was completed and will be posted on the board's website.

• Approved November 16, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Agreed to review crossing area at Cirrus Academy and Pio Nono Avenue (unanimous)
• Agreed to review Pedestrian Activated Lights on Mercer University Drive at Montpelier and Pio Nono Avenues (unanimous)

Friends of Rosa Parks Square Board

The Friends of Rosa Parks Square Board met and approved the December 10, 2020 minutes. They discussed updates on the CFCG fund agreement, new board member nominations, and a professional services agreement with HGOR for park improvements, all pending Macon-Bibb County Commission approval. No final decisions were made on these items.

• Approved December 10, 2020 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Discussed revised CFCG fund agreement, pending MBC Commission approval
• Discussed new board member nominations, pending MBC Commission approval
• Discussed HGOR professional services agreement for Bid Sets, pending MBC Commission approval

Friends of Rosa Parks Square Board

The board will review the 50% construction documents for the Rosa Parks Square renovation. The meeting also includes discussions regarding committee recruitment, board member nominations, and goals for next year.

• Review of 50% construction documents for Rosa Parks Square renovation
• Discussion on committee attendance and recruitment
• Board member nominations

Pre-Commission Meeting

The Pre-Commission meeting includes discussions on a $2,211,420 SPLOST appropriation for improvements to Mattie Hubbard Jones Park, Bloomfield Park, and the Macon Coliseum. The agenda also covers new alcohol beverage licenses, county holiday updates, and contract approvals for Gateway Park renovations.

• $2,211,420 SPLOST appropriation for Mattie Hubbard Jones Park, Bloomfield Park, and Macon Coliseum
• $166,413 construction contract for Gateway Park renovation
• Reappointment of Christopher C. Tsavatewa to the Board of Health
• New alcohol beverage licenses, including a recommended denial for P&P Liquor Store
• Ordinance establishing Juneteenth as a new County Holiday

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is reviewing several items, including appointments to the Board of Health and SPLOST Advisory Board. The agenda includes new alcohol beverage licenses and updates to the county policy manual regarding holidays and overtime. Additionally, the board will consider grant acceptances and infrastructure support resolutions.

• Appropriation of up to $2,211,420 from SPLOST for Mattie Hubbard Jones Park and Macon Coliseum
• $166,413 contract for Gateway Park renovation with Sam Hall & Sons, Inc.
• New alcohol beverage licenses for businesses on Montpelier, Zebulon Road, and Hazel Street
• Ordinance to establish Juneteenth as a new County Holiday
• Acceptance of $108,841 and $165,711 VOCA grants for the District Attorney and Solicitor General

Committee on Committees

The committee is discussing the creation of an Ad Hoc Committee on Reapportionment. Aside from this item, the agenda contains only procedural overview information.

• Creation of an Ad Hoc Committee on Reapportionment

The Committee on Committees met and unanimously approved the appointment of Commissioners Paul Bronson, Elaine Lucas, and Bill Howell to the Ad Hoc Committee on Reapportionment, with Mayor Lester Miller and Mayor Pro Tem Seth Clark serving as non-voting ex-officio members. The committee will draw new commission district lines based on 2020 census data, with a map due to the state by December 10, 2021. No other substantive business was conducted.

• Approved the appointment of Commissioners Bronson, Lucas, and Howell to the Ad Hoc Committee on Reapportionment, with Mayor Miller and Mayor Pro Tem Clark as ex-officio members (motion by Clark, second by Bronson, unanimous).
• The committee will only draw lines for the County Commission, not for the school board or water authority.
• The new map must be approved by December 7, 2021, and delivered to the state by December 10, 2021.

Pedestrian Safety Review Board

The board will review reports from several subcommittees regarding policy, engineering, and enforcement. The meeting also includes an update on the Vision Zero Workplan.

• Vision Zero Workplan Update by Bob Dallas
• Subcommittee reports on policy, engineering, and enforcement
• Approval of October 19, 2021 minutes

The Pedestrian Safety Review Board approved a formal process to present recommendations to the Mayor and County Commission, and agreed to provide $50 gift cards and lunch to Walking Audit participants. The board also scheduled a special called meeting for December 14 at the Rookery. No other substantive decisions were made; most items were updates or discussions.

• Approved October 19, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted formal process to present recommendations to Mayor and County Commission (unanimous)
• Approved $50 gift card and lunch for Walking Audit participants (unanimous)
• Scheduled special called meeting for December 14 at 11:30 a.m. at the Rookery (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review several items including aviation consulting services and new alcohol beverage licenses. The agenda also includes resolutions for solid waste franchise agreements and a new clean energy loan program.

• Authorization of up to $40,000,000 in UDA revenue bonds
• Design-build contract for Middle Georgia Community Food Bank renovations up to $4,000,000
• Construction agreement for Brookdale Resource Center totaling $357,565
• Solid waste franchise agreements with a 5% monthly billing fee to the County
• Ordinance establishing a Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) loan program

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is considering several appointments to local boards and commissions. The meeting includes discussions on new alcohol licenses, grant acceptances, and multiple construction and service contracts. Members will also review a proposal for a new property clean energy loan program.

• Request for Urban Development Authority to issue up to $40,000,000 in revenue bonds
• Up to $4,000,000 design-build contract for Middle Georgia Community Food Bank renovations
• $357,565 construction agreement for Brookdale Resource Center renovation
• Acceptance of a $40,000 grant for the Project Safe Neighborhoods program
• Establishment of a new Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) Loan Program

The Committee of the Whole approved several appointments, alcohol licenses, grants, and contracts, including a $40 million revenue bond authorization for the Urban Development Authority. A request to increase Board of Equalization pay was discussed but deferred to the next meeting. A motion to add an agenda item on homeless assistance passed 5-4, but the item was then tabled.

• Approved appointment of Jim Crisp to Urban Development Authority (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Kay Beliveau to SPLOST Advisory Committee (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Sanjeev Venkat to SPLOST Advisory Committee (unanimous)
• Reappointed Tom Ellington to Land Bank Authority (unanimous)
• Approved new alcohol licenses for Mt. Pleasant Store, Tash Inc., MV Nail Spa, and Debbie's Food Mart; rejected Kitchen Pride Food Store (unanimous)
• Approved $50,000 EMA grant and $40,000 Project Safe Neighborhoods grant (unanimous)
• Approved $114,000 medical dispensary contract with Macon Occupational Medicine (8-1, Wilder dissenting)
• Authorized $40,000,000 revenue bonds for Urban Development Authority (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is reviewing a large grant application for road improvements and nominations for the Hospital Authority Board. The agenda also includes several community grants for food security, youth services, and domestic violence support.

• Application for $2,127,465.09 in Local Maintenance and Improvement Grant funds
• Nominations to succeed Jim Adams and Fred Schnell on the Hospital Authority Board
• Sale of 57 parcels of surplus real property via auction
• $100,000 CDBG-CV grant for Meals on Wheels of Middle Georgia
• $87,224 JAG grant for the Bibb County Sheriff's Office

Committee of the Whole

The Committee is reviewing several grant applications and fund appropriations. This includes accepting federal grants for law enforcement and allocating CDBG-CV funds to local non-profits. The committee will also consider appointments to the Hospital Authority Board.

• LMIG grant application for $2,127,465.09 to fund road projects
• $87,224 JAG grant for the Bibb County Sheriff's Office and Adult Felony Drug Court
• Sale of 57 parcels of surplus real property via auction
• $100,000 in CDBG-CV funds for Meals on Wheels of Middle Georgia, Inc.
• Solar array project at Thomas Jackson Juvenile Justice Center

The Committee of the Whole approved a resolution confirming Macon-Bibb County's commitment to an equitable, diverse and inclusive community by a 5-4 vote, with Mayor Miller breaking the tie. A motion to table the resolution failed 5-4. The committee also approved several grants, contracts, and appropriations, including a $2.1 million road grant and a $100,000 Meals on Wheels agreement.

• Approved equity resolution (5-4, mayor broke tie)
• Tabling motion for equity resolution failed (5-4)
• Approved LMIG grant of $2,127,465.09 (7-1)
• Approved sale of 57 surplus parcels (unanimous)
• Approved $100,000 Meals on Wheels CDBG-CV agreement (unanimous)
• Approved $16,390 Big Brothers Big Sisters CDBG-CV agreement (unanimous)
• Approved $30,000 Crisis Line & Safe House CDBG-CV agreement (unanimous)
• Approved $63,840 supplemental appropriation for Superior Court Clerk (unanimous)

Pedestrian Safety Review Board

The Pedestrian Safety Review Board will review subcommittee reports and discuss old business items. These include an update on the Vision Zero Workplan and Health Department grant funding. No new business is scheduled for this meeting.

• Vision Zero Workplan Update (Bob Dallas)
• Health Department Grant Funding (Charise Stephens)
• National Pedestrian Safety Month - October 2021

The board unanimously endorsed Irene's Law, which mandates sidewalks and streetlights on Old Clinton Road following a pedestrian fatality. They also approved the September minutes and received updates on road safety audits, pedestrian safety month activities, and the Vision Zero program.

• Approved September 21, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Endorsed Irene's Law (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will act on several public safety contracts and grant acceptances. This includes a design-build contract for a new fire training facility and the purchase of a fire pumper. The agenda also covers local appointments and new alcohol beverage licenses.

• $2,800,000 design-build contract for a Fire Safety Training Facility
• $574,472 purchase of a triple combination fire pumper
• $74,600 purchase of bedding equipment for Brookdale Resource Center
• Acceptance of a $109,295.01 H.E.A.T. grant for the Sheriff's Office
• New alcohol beverage licenses for local food marts

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is holding a public hearing regarding an ordinance to amend Chapter 26 of the Code of Ordinances. The proposal modifies the Business Registration Certificate renewal period and introduces a fee for business name changes. It also establishes a minimum fine for operating without a valid certificate.

• Amendment to Chapter 26 regarding Occupation Tax
• Modification of Business Registration Certificate Renewal Period
• New fee for business name changes
• Minimum fine for operating without a valid business registration certificate
• Enforcement by the Tax Commissioner and Inspectors

Friends of Rosa Parks Square Board

The Friends of Rosa Parks Square Board will review construction documents for the park's renovation. The meeting also includes committee reports and discussions regarding board member nominations.

• Review of 50% construction documents for Rosa Parks Square Renovation
• Approval of August 10, 2021 meeting minutes
• Discussion on board member nominations
• Committee reports from Communications/Design, Fund Raising, and Board Development

The Friends of Rosa Parks Square Board approved the minutes from prior meetings and scheduled Design/Communications Subcommittee meetings for the first Wednesday of each month at 3 p.m. They also reviewed 50% complete construction documents for the Rosa Parks Square renovation, with the bid set expected by early November. No fundraising or board development reports were given, and the next full board meeting was cancelled due to a holiday.

• Approved minutes from Strategic Planning and August 10, 2021 meetings (unanimous)
• Scheduled Design/Communications Subcommittee meetings for first Wednesday at 3 p.m. (unanimous)
• Reviewed 50% complete construction documents for Rosa Parks Square renovation

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing several appointments to local boards and commissions. The agenda also includes requests to accept new roads into the county system and approve various grants. Additionally, the committee will consider several contracts for public safety and infrastructure.

• A contract with Warren Associates, Inc. for a Fire Safety Training Facility up to $2,800,000
• Acceptance of Barrington Place and Allentowne Subdivision roads into the County Road System
• A $574,472 purchase agreement with Sutphen Corporation for a fire pumper
• A $109,295.01 H.E.A.T. grant for the Bibb County Sheriff's Office
• New alcohol beverage licenses for several food marts, including Family Food Mart and Citgo Food Mart

The Committee of the Whole approved numerous contracts, grants, appointments, and ordinances, including a $2.8 million design-build contract for a Fire Safety Training Facility. A motion to add $125,000 for neighborhood watch committees failed by a 6-2 vote. All other items were approved unanimously.

• Approved $2.8M design-build contract with Warren Associates for Fire Safety Training Facility (unanimous)
• Approved $574,472 purchase of Sutphen fire pumper (unanimous)
• Approved $24,922,157 supplemental appropriation for outstanding purchase orders (unanimous)
• Approved $2.5M for Crime Prevention and Violence Interruption Grant Program (unanimous)
• Approved repeal of development impact fees (unanimous)
• Approved abandonment of Wilson Street East and sale of 0.33 acre to QuikTrip for $86,250 (unanimous)
• Approved transfer of 0.76 acres at 477 Hawthorne Street to Urban Development Authority (unanimous)
• Denied motion to add $125,000 for neighborhood watch committees (6-2 vote failed)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is holding a public education session regarding updates to the Macon-Bibb County Scrap Tire Ordinance. The provided agenda does not detail the specific nature of these changes.

• Recent changes in the Macon-Bibb County Scrap Tire Ordinance

Pedestrian Safety Review Board

The Pedestrian Safety Review Board will review subcommittee reports and updates on the Vision Zero Workplan. The meeting includes a vote on promotional materials and discussions regarding grant funding.

• Vote: PSRB Brochure and RAC Card
• Vision Zero Workplan Update
• Health Department Grant Funding update
• National Pedestrian Safety Month (October 2021)
• Grant Funding: GOHS

The Pedestrian Safety Review Board unanimously approved a motion to request the Macon-Bibb County Commission press GDOT to install Pedestrian Activated Flashing Lights at two locations on Mercer University. The board also approved expenditures for shirts for National Pedestrian Safety Month, adopted a brochure and RAC cards with color changes, and discussed traffic calming projects and school zone camera issues.

• Approved June 15, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Requested GDOT install Pedestrian Activated Flashing Lights on Mercer University at Atwood Drive and Summerhill Drive (unanimous)
• Approved expenditures for polo shirts and t-shirts for National Pedestrian Safety Month (unanimous)
• Adopted PSRB Brochure and RAC Cards with color change to fluorescent yellow (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is holding a public education session regarding updates to the county's scrap tire management ordinance. This session covers amendments to Chapters 12 and 22 of the local code.

• Amendments to Chapter 12 and 22 regarding Scrap Tire Management

Committee of the Whole

The committee is reviewing a proposed $1,970,000 agreement for gunshot detection services. It will also consider an ordinance to appropriate approximately $12 million in ARPA funds for COVID-19 revenue replacement. Other items include alcohol license applications and various board appointments.

• $1,970,000 agreement with ShotSpotter, Inc. for gunshot detection services
• $12,033,487.12 appropriation from ARPA funds for revenue replacement
• $327,996.99 contract with Yancey Brothers Company for landfill equipment repair
• $123,200 purchase of a server upgrade for public safety towers
• Amendments to the alcoholic beverage licensing code

Board of Commissioners

The Macon-Bibb County Board of Commissioners is reviewing several major expenditures and administrative updates during this special called meeting. Key items include funding for gunshot detection, landfill equipment repairs, and public safety tower upgrades. The agenda also includes various board appointments and new alcohol beverage license applications.

• Ordinance to appropriate up to $1,970,000 in ARP funds for ShotSpotter, Inc. services
• Agreement with Yancey Brothers Company, Inc. for $327,996.99 for landfill equipment repair
• Purchase and sale agreement with Williams Communications, Inc. for $123,200 for server upgrades
• Ordinance to amend alcoholic beverage licensing proration and fingerprinting requirements
• New alcohol beverage licenses for businesses including Cracker Barrel

Friends of Rosa Parks Square Board

The Friends of Rosa Parks Square Board will review committee reports and approve minutes from the August 10, 2021 meeting. The board is also scheduled to discuss the HGOR Plan regarding shading options, park rentals, and upcoming programming.

• Approval of August 10, 2021 meeting minutes
• HGOR Plan shading options and park rentals
• Committee reports on communications, fundraising, and board development

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider federal grants for airport runway design and relocation. The agenda also includes approving contracts for ice rink repairs and park improvements. Additionally, the board will review several alcohol beverage license applications.

• Accepting an FAA grant of up to $1,267,578 for Runway 5 extension design
• Approving a $1,300,000 contract to replace the Coliseum Ice Rink floor
• Authorizing a $147,400 appropriation for blight and building improvements
• Accepting a $10,000 grant for the Bibb County Sheriff's Office Community Fund
• Reviewing new alcohol beverage licenses for PaceCar Express, Tru by Hilton, and Barks and Brews

Board of Commissioners

The Macon-Bibb County Commission and Bibb County Board of Education are holding a special called meeting. The agenda includes discussions regarding subsequent tax sales, blight, Macon violence prevention, and the Mayor's Literacy Council.

• Subsequent tax sales and blight
• Macon violence prevention
• Mayor's Literacy Council

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing several appointments, new alcohol beverage licenses, and various county contracts. Items include a $10,000 grant for the Sheriff's Office and playground equipment for South Bibb Recreation Center.

• $1,300,000 construction contract for Coliseum Ice Rink Floor replacement
• $10,000 Peyton Anderson Foundation Grant for the Bibb County Sheriff's Office
• $124,600 purchase of playground equipment for South Bibb Recreation Center
• $71,595 purchase of a passenger boarding ramp for Middle Georgia Regional Airport
• Extension of the moratorium on pawnbroker licensing

The Macon-Bibb County Committee of the Whole approved a $1.3 million contract to replace the Coliseum ice rink floor, funded by 2018 SPLOST. Also approved were several alcohol licenses, a park donation, grants, contracts, purchases, and a moratorium extension on pawnbroker licenses. Two items were removed from the agenda, and the meeting included an executive session and a tour of the new health department.

• Approved $1.3M Coliseum ice rink floor replacement contract (unanimous)
• Approved alcohol license for PaceCar Express (Bronson dissenting)
• Approved alcohol licenses for Tru by Hilton and Barks and Brews (unanimous)
• Accepted park facility improvements and named park 'North Highlands Park' (unanimous)
• Accepted $10,000 grant from Peyton Anderson Foundation for homeless assistance (unanimous)
• Approved $105,000 Tyler Technologies software amendment (unanimous)
• Approved $71,595 passenger boarding ramp for airport (unanimous)
• Extended moratorium on pawnbroker licensing (unanimous)

Pedestrian Safety Review Board

The board will review subcommittee reports regarding engineering, enforcement, and policy. Discussion topics include camera installations at dangerous intersections and updates to the Vision Zero Workplan.

• Vote on PSRB Brochure and RAC Card
• Installation of cameras at dangerous intersections
• Vision Zero Workplan update
• Health Department Grant Funding update
• Establishment of bylaws

Pre-Commission Meeting

The Pre-Commission meeting includes proposals to reduce the 2021 millage rate from 20.331 to 19.901 Mills. Officials will also consider increasing the minimum wage for county employees to $15 per hour by 2023. Additionally, the body is reviewing street light requests and public safety salary increases.

• Ordinance to reduce millage rate from 20.331 to 19.901 Mills
• Resolution to increase county employee minimum wage to $15 per hour by 2023
• Salary increases for public safety employees based on years of service
• Request for two street lights on Misty Valley Drive
• Petition for one street light on Ray Road

Board of Commissioners

The Board is considering a reduction in the 2021 millage rate and an increase to the county minimum wage. Other items for committee review include $1.4 million in ARP funds for Meals on Wheels and a $1.3 million contract for Coliseum repairs.

• Ordinance to reduce the 2021 millage rate from 20.331 to 19.901 mills
• Resolution to raise the county employee minimum wage to $15 per hour by 2023
• Proposed $1,300,000 contract for Coliseum Ice Rink floor replacement
• Proposed $1,400,000 ARP fund appropriation for Meals on Wheels of Middle Georgia
• Resolution for street light installations on Misty Valley Drive and Ray Road

Board of Commissioners

This public education session covers recent updates to the Macon-Bibb County alcohol code. No specific decisions or votes are listed for this session.

• Recent changes in the Macon-Bibb County alcohol code

Friends of Rosa Parks Square Board

The board will review reports from the communications, design, and fundraising committees. Members are also scheduled to receive an HGOR update and vote on a strategic plan.

• Vote on Strategic Plan
• HGOR update
• Committee reports for Communications, Design, and Fund Raising

Board of Commissioners

The commission is holding a public education session regarding recent changes to the Macon-Bibb County alcohol code. No specific decisions or votes are listed for this item.

• Information on recent changes to the county alcohol code

Friends of Rosa Parks Square Board

The Friends of Rosa Parks Square Board unanimously approved the HGOR Schematic Plan for park improvements and adopted the Strategic Plan, which dissolves all subcommittees and establishes new committees. The board also appointed Susannah Maddux as Fund-Raising Committee Chair and set a regular monthly meeting time for the Design/Communications Committee. Two members, Kunj Patel and LaNita Pless-King, were removed due to lack of attendance.

• Approved minutes from Strategic Planning and June 10, 2021 meetings (unanimous)
• Approved HGOR Schematic Plan for park improvements (unanimous)
• Adopted Strategic Plan (unanimous)
• Set Design/Communications Committee meetings for first Wednesday of each month at 4 p.m. (unanimous)
• Appointed Susannah Maddux as Fund-Raising Committee Chair (unanimous)
• Removed Kunj Patel and LaNita Pless-King from board due to lack of attendance

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider an ordinance to appropriate up to $800,000 for an employee vaccination incentive program. The agenda also includes several service agreements for cemetery maintenance and vehicle equipment. Proposals regarding minimum wage increases and millage rate reductions have been referred to the Committee of the Whole.

• $800,000 appropriation for an employee vaccination incentive program
• $142,124.45 agreement with Prologic ITS LLC for sheriff vehicle equipment
• $106,599.69 for playground equipment at Village Green and Booker T. Washington Parks
• $93,500 contract for cemetery maintenance at Rose Hill, Evergreen, and Fort Hill Cemeteries
• Proposal to increase the county minimum wage to $15 per hour by 2023

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing several contracts for county services and infrastructure. This includes funding for cemetery maintenance, courthouse analysis, and new playground equipment for local parks. The committee will also consider updates to the local emergency operations plan and arboricultural manual.

• $142,124.45 contract with ProLogic ITS LLC for sheriff vehicle equipment installation
• $106,599.69 for playground equipment at Village Green Park and Booker T. Washington Park
• $93,500 agreement with Paulk Landscaping for cemetery maintenance
• $52,035.00 purchase of a 2022 Ford F-350 truck from Riverside Ford, Inc.
• New alcohol beverage license for Back Porch Lounge at 2400 Riverside Drive

The Committee of the Whole approved all items on the agenda, including a new alcohol license, several contracts for services and equipment, adoption of updated plans, and acceptance of grants. All votes were unanimous. The meeting then went into executive session.

• Approved new alcohol license for Back Porch Lounge (unanimous)
• Approved $93,500 landscape maintenance contract with Paulk Landscaping (unanimous)
• Approved $142,124.45 contract with Prologic ITS for Sheriff vehicle equipment (unanimous)
• Approved $4,500 contract with Pi-Tech for courthouse cracking analysis (unanimous)
• Approved $106,599.69 playground equipment purchase from Gametime (unanimous)
• Approved professional services agreements for Veterans, Mental Health, and Drug Court programs (unanimous)
• Approved $52,035 purchase of 2022 Ford F-350 truck (unanimous)
• Approved $9,680 demolition oversight contract at 834 Lynmore Avenue (unanimous)

Pedestrian Safety Review Board

The Pedestrian Safety Review Board will review subcommittee reports and approve June minutes. The meeting includes updates on the Vision Zero Workplan and discussion regarding pedestrian crosswalk installations.

• Vote: PSRB Logo
• Installation of Highly Visible and Safe Pedestrian Crosswalks
• Vision Zero Workplan Update
• Establishment of Bylaws
• Health Department Grant Funding

Board of Commissioners

The Board is considering an ordinance to call for a special election regarding the Other Local Option Sales Tax (OLOST). This referendum would ask voters if a one percent increase in sales tax should be implemented in exchange for a reduction in property taxes. The agenda also includes several proposed appropriations of American Rescue Plan Act (ARP) funds.

• Ordinance to call for an OLOST Referendum regarding sales and property tax rates
• $5,000,000 ARP fund appropriation for blight elimination and affordable housing
• $4,266,650.33 agreement amendment for inmate medical and mental health services
• Approved: New alcohol beverage license for Sprint 5 at 3927 Napier Avenue
• $350,000 contract for a Solid Waste Disposal Convenience Center construction

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing several items including new alcohol beverage licenses and various service contracts. A major focus includes proposed appropriations from American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds for housing, blight removal, and food programs.

• $5,000,000 ARPA appropriation for blight elimination and affordable housing
• $4,000,000 ARPA appropriation for Brookdale Resource Center services
• $3,000,000 ARPA appropriation for Visit Macon tourism support
• $500,000 contract for sidewalk improvements at 682 Cherry Street
• New alcohol beverage licenses for several local businesses

Friends of Rosa Parks Square Board

The board will review committee reports regarding communications, design, and fundraising. The meeting also includes an update on HGOR and a vote on the Strategic Plan.

• Vote on the Strategic Plan
• Update on HGOR
• Committee reports for communications, design, and fundraising
• Approval of minutes from June 10, 2021, and the Strategic Planning Meeting

Committee of the Whole

The Committee is considering several infrastructure contracts, including painting and renovations for City Hall. The agenda also includes requests for new alcohol beverage licenses and airport-related project authorizations. Additionally, members are reviewing a proposal to designate a small business district.

• Designation of 'MLK Small and Minority-Owned Business District'
• $145,900 contract for City Hall and EMA/EOC exterior painting
• $83,871.55 renovation for the first floor of City Hall
• RFP for violence interruption workers to provide crisis response services
• New alcohol beverage licenses for four local businesses

The Committee of the Whole approved a resolution designating an area as 'Macon's Black Wall Street' for economic development, after an initial motion failed 8-2 and a subsequent motion passed 8-2. The committee also approved multiple contracts, including a $145,900 exterior painting of City Hall and a $118,000 roof replacement for the Facilities Management Building. Several new alcohol beverage licenses were approved, and Reginald A. Brown was appointed as Chief Information Officer.

• Approved new alcohol beverage licenses for Raceway, Greenwood Mart, Graffitis Pizza, and Light Mart (all unanimous)
• Approved $12,000 consulting agreement for Hangar A roof retrofit at Middle Georgia Regional Airport (unanimous)
• Approved $59,235.84 FAA reimbursable agreement for Runway 5 MALSR design review (unanimous)
• Approved $73,412.76 work authorization for environmental assessment for Runway 5-23 extension (unanimous)
• Approved $145,900 contract for exterior painting of City Hall and EMA/EOC Facilities (unanimous)
• Approved $83,871.55 contract for first floor City Hall interior renovation (unanimous)
• Approved $118,000 contract for roof replacement at Facilities Management Building (unanimous)
• Approved 'Macon's Black Wall Street' district designation (8-2) after initial motion failed (8-2)

Board of Commissioners

The Macon-Bibb County Commission held a special called meeting to consider an ordinance re-establishing the Eisenhower Business Improvement District along Eisenhower Parkway. The agenda also included several alcohol beverage license applications and various consent agenda items regarding airport services, facility maintenance, and equipment purchases.

• Ordinance re-establishing the Eisenhower Business Improvement District from I-475 to the Macon Mall
• $145,900 agreement with Intercontinental Commercial Services, Inc for painting City Hall and EMA/EOC Facilities
• $178,519 contract with Williams Communications, Inc for a microwave network update
• New alcohol beverage license for Raceway 6833 at 5127 Mercer University Drive
• $129,472.69 purchase of SCBA cylinders from Fisher Scientific Company LLC

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is holding a public hearing to collect input regarding the Eisenhower Business Improvement District (EBID). This session is for gathering community feedback on the re-establishment of the district.

• Public hearing for the Eisenhower Business Improvement District

Pedestrian Safety Review Board

The Pedestrian Safety Review Board will review subcommittee reports and discuss updates to the Vision Zero Workplan. The meeting also includes a vote on a new PSRB logo and discussion regarding the installation of highly visible pedestrian crosswalks.

• Vote: PSRB Logo
• Installation of Highly Visible and Safe Pedestrian Crosswalks
• Vision Zero Workplan Update
• Establishment of Bylaws
• Health Department Grant Funding

The Macon-Bibb County Pedestrian Safety Review Board approved the May 18, 2021 minutes and unanimously adopted Blue Logos 2 and 3 as official logos. The board also authorized spending remaining Health Department grant funds on a bin, rolling cart, banners, signs, and tripods. Updates were given on the Complete Streets Policy, Vision Zero, and National Pedestrian Safety Month, but no other formal decisions were made.

• Approved May 18, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted Blue Logos 2 and 3 as official logos (unanimous)
• Authorized purchase of bin, rolling cart, banners, signs, and tripods with remaining grant funds (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider adopting the FY2022 budget and appropriating funds for county operations. The agenda includes several contract approvals, such as design work for Bass Road and Rosa Parks Square. The board will also discuss potential renovations to City Hall and a request for proposals regarding violence interruption services.

• Adoption of the Fiscal Year 2022 Budget Ordinance
• Appropriation of up to $721,065 from SPLOST funds for Bass Road design work
• Contract modification with Atlas Company for $2,066,175.00 for the Bass Road Widening Project
• Agreement with Hughes, Good, O'Leary and Ryan Inc for Rosa Parks Square landscape plan up to $130,955
• Request for proposals (RFP) for violence interruption workers

Friends of Rosa Parks Square Board

The Friends of Rosa Parks Square Board met and approved the May 13, 2021 minutes. HGOR presented a draft schedule for completing bid sets for the square's design. The board received $46,300 from a Community Foundation grant and discussed a strategic plan, with a vote scheduled for the next meeting. No final decisions were made on the plan or bid sets.

• Approved agenda amendment to move HGOR tour to beginning (unanimous)
• Approved May 13, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing infrastructure projects and business applications. Key items include funding for the Bass Road Widening Project and a landscape plan for Rosa Parks Square. The committee is also considering several state grants and new alcohol beverage licenses.

• $2,066,175 contract modification and $721,065 appropriation for Bass Road Widening Project
• $130,955 contract for Rosa Parks Square landscape plan
• New alcohol beverage licenses for three local businesses
• Re-establishment of the Eisenhower Business Improvement District
• Acceptance of state grants for drug, mental health, and veterans courts

The Committee of the Whole unanimously approved several items, including a $2,066,175 contract modification for Bass Road widening design services and a $721,065 SPLOST appropriation for related work. New alcohol licenses were granted to three businesses, and the Eisenhower Business Improvement District was re-established. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved $2,066,175 contract modification for Bass Road widening design (unanimous)
• Approved $721,065 SPLOST appropriation for Bass Road widening design (unanimous)
• Approved alcohol license for Shiv 786 LLC at 4505 Broadway (unanimous)
• Approved alcohol license for Macon Beverage LLC at 4375 San Carlos Drive (unanimous)
• Approved alcohol license for Sprint 5 at 3927 Napier Avenue, pending questionnaire (unanimous)
• Approved $130,955 engineering/design plan for Rosa Parks Square (unanimous)
• Approved $240,000 ARCGIS software license over 3 years (unanimous)
• Re-established Eisenhower Business Improvement District (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Macon-Bibb County Commission is reviewing several items including new alcohol beverage licenses and official appointments. The agenda also includes ordinances regarding scrap tire management and tax incentive programs. Additionally, the board will consider various service contracts and grant acceptances for specialized courts.

• $8,558,773 supplemental appropriation to pay FY22 debt obligations
• $518,167.24 construction contract for Macon City Auditorium renovations
• Ordinance establishing a scrap tire management system
• $85,500 agreement with Williams Communication, Inc. for software maintenance
• New alcohol beverage licenses for Lucky Food Mart, La Bella Vita, and Vibez Middle Ga

Board of Commissioners

The Macon-Bibb County Commission is holding a public hearing regarding the Fiscal Year 2022 budget. Residents unable to attend in person may submit comments via email.

• Public hearing for the FY2022 Budget

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will review a large appropriation to fund fiscal year 2022 debt obligations. The agenda also includes reviews of new alcohol beverage licenses and several service contracts. Additionally, officials will consider ordinances regarding scrap tire management and tax incentives for blighted property.

• $8,558,773 appropriation for FY22 debt obligations
• $518,167.24 contract for Macon City Auditorium Renovations
• $120,000 auditing services agreement with Mauldin and Jenkins
• New alcohol beverage licenses for Lucky Food Mart, La Bella Vita, and Vibez Middle Ga
• Ordinance establishing a scrap tire management program

The Committee of the Whole unanimously approved all agenda items, including a supplemental appropriation of $8,558,773 for FY22 debt service, a $120,000 contract with Mauldin and Jenkins as external auditor, and a $518,167.24 construction management contract for the Macon City Auditorium renovations. New alcohol licenses, appointments, a scrap tire ordinance, a tax incentive program amendment, and new Lake Tobesofkee fees were also approved. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved $8,558,773 supplemental appropriation for FY22 debt service (unanimous)
• Approved Mauldin and Jenkins as external auditor for FY2021-2023, $120,000 (unanimous)
• Approved $518,167.24 contract with Sheridan Construction for Macon City Auditorium renovations (unanimous)
• Approved new alcohol licenses for Lucky Food Mart, La Bella Vita, and Vibez Middle Ga (unanimous)
• Approved appointments of James R. Davis to Tax Assessors Board and George Greer to Central Georgia Joint Development Authority (unanimous)
• Approved scrap tire management ordinance amending Chapters 12 and 22 (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to Community Redevelopment Tax Incentive Program for blighted commercial property (unanimous)
• Approved new fees for Lake Tobesofkee Recreation Area (unanimous)

Pedestrian Safety Review Board

The board will review subcommittee reports and approve minutes from previous meetings. Discussion items include the Vision Zero Workplan, bylaws, and Health Department grant funding. The meeting also includes a scheduled vote on a Complete Streets Policy.

• Vote: Complete Streets Policy
• Vision Zero Workplan Update
• Establishment of Bylaws
• Health Department Grant Funding
• National Pedestrian Safety Month planning

The Pedestrian Safety Review Board unanimously approved the Complete Streets Policy for Macon-Bibb County. The board also approved the February 16, 2021 and New Administration Orientation minutes. Updates were given on the Walking School Bus Initiative, Safe Routes to School Program, Vision Zero hiring, and grant funding, but no other formal votes were taken.

• Adopted Complete Streets Policy (unanimous)
• Approved February 16, 2021 and New Administration Orientation minutes (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Macon-Bibb County Board of Commissioners will review a resolution for radio equipment and several items on the consent agenda. Proposed actions include vehicle acquisitions, infrastructure maintenance contracts, and appointments to local authorities. The board will also refer a large debt service appropriation to the Committee of the Whole.

• $216,800.60 purchase of 60 Harris XL-150 Radios from Williams Communications, Inc.
• $102,879 purchase of three Ford Explorer vehicles for the District Attorney's Office
• $203,503 purchase of a flameless pothole patcher from Bergkamp, Inc.
• $426,000 in HOME grant funds for the Hawthorne Commons development project
• $8,558,773 supplemental appropriation to fund FY22 debt service obligations

Friends of Rosa Parks Square Board

The Friends of Rosa Parks Square Board is meeting to review committee reports and old business. Discussions include the park rededication ceremony, an official logo, and web page creation. The board will also discuss a strategic plan and committee activation.

• HGOR update
• Official logo discussion
• MBIT web page creation
• Park rededication ceremony discussion
• Strategic plan discussion

The Friends of Rosa Parks Square Board approved the April 8, 2021 meeting minutes unanimously. Members were informed that the County Attorney's Office is drafting a contract with HGOR for the park design project, and that a Downtown Challenge Grant of $46,300 would help fund it. A tentative park rededication ceremony date of June 26, 2021 was set. No formal votes were taken on these items; they were discussed and reported.

• Approved April 8, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Discussed HGOR contract drafting by County Attorney's Office
• Noted acceptance of $46,300 Downtown Challenge Grant for HGOR project
• Set tentative rededication ceremony date of June 26, 2021
• Appointed Marshall Talley to Communications Subcommittee

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing several purchase agreements and contract renewals. This includes allocating HOME grant funds for housing and authorizing equipment purchases for county departments.

• $426,000 in HOME funds for Hawthorne Commons development project
• $203,503 purchase of a truck-mounted pothole patcher from Bergkamp, Inc.
• $181,749 purchase of 50 Panasonic Toughpad tablets from ProLogic ITS LLC
• $102,879 for three Ford Explorer vehicles for the District Attorney's Office
• New alcohol beverage licenses for Chevron Food Mart and Kitchen Pride Food Store

The Committee of the Whole approved a new alcohol beverage license for Chevron Food Mart at 1106 Rocky Creek Rd, with a condition that no coin-operated machines be present while the license is held. The vote was 7-1, with Mayor Pro Tem Clark dissenting. The committee also denied a license for Kitchen Pride Food Store after the applicant could not be located, and approved several appointments, purchase agreements, and budget transfers.

• Approved alcohol license for Chevron Food Mart with condition of no coin-operated machines (7-1)
• Denied alcohol license for Kitchen Pride Food Store (unanimous)
• Appointed Otis Redding III to Macon-Bibb County Transit Authority (unanimous)
• Reappointed Elaine Lucas to Central Georgia Joint Development Authority (unanimous)
• Appointed Ember Bishop Bentley to Macon-Bibb County Industrial Authority (unanimous)
• Approved $102,879 purchase of three Ford Explorers from Wade Ford (unanimous)
• Approved $69,490.45 radio equipment purchase from Williams Communications (unanimous)
• Approved $426,000 grant to Hawthorne Commons Limited Partnership (unanimous)

Friends of Rosa Parks Square Board

The Friends of Rosa Parks Square Board held a strategic planning session, reviewing a draft Strategic Plan with goals in Design, Fund Raising, Communications, and Board Development & MBC Partnership, plus a SWOT analysis. Board members were told approximately $954,000 was available in the Rosa Parks Square Fund. No formal vote was taken; adoption of the plan was deferred to a future meeting.

• Reviewed draft Strategic Plan with four goal categories (Design, Fund Raising, Communications, Board Development & MBC Partnership)
• Noted approximately $954,000 available in Rosa Parks Square Fund
• Deferred vote to adopt Strategic Plan to a future meeting

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider a large appropriation for law enforcement center upgrades and new fire facilities. The agenda also includes various professional service agreements for probation services and park renovations. Additionally, the board will review several equipment purchases and alcohol beverage licenses.

• Appropriation of up to $3,790,976 for law enforcement center upgrades and new fire facilities
• Change order of $1,180,396.17 for the Train Center Project
• Renovation contracts for Mattie Hubbard Jones Park ($457,000) and North Macon Park ($785,675)
• Purchase of a Caterpillar tractor from Yancey Brothers Co for $467,136
• New alcohol beverage licenses for Bloomfield Mart and Family Food

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing several financial and administrative items. This includes proposals to use SPLOST funds for police and fire facility upgrades, as well as various contracts for park renovations and airport services.

• Ordinance to appropriate up to $3,790,976 from 2018 SPLOST for law enforcement and fire upgrades
• Change order of $1,180,396.17 for the Robert S. Train Memorial Recreation Center project
• $457,000 contract with International City Builders, Inc to renovate Mattie Hubbard Jones Park
• $467,136 purchase of a Caterpillar tractor from Yancey Brothers Co for the Solid Waste Department
• $785,675 contract with Spillers Design and Construction LLC for North Macon Park renovations

Pedestrian Safety Review Board

The board will review subcommittee reports covering engineering, enforcement, and policy. The agenda also includes an update on the Vision Zero Workplan and discussion of Health Department grant funding.

• Approval of February 16, March 16, and Orientation Meeting minutes
• Subcommittee reports on policy, engineering, enforcement, and coordination
• Vision Zero Workplan update
• Discussion regarding establishment of bylaws
• Health Department grant funding discussion

The Pedestrian Safety Review Board met via video conference on April 20, 2021, but took no formal votes. Approval of the March 16, 2021 minutes was deferred to the May meeting due to lack of quorum. Members discussed a new draft of the Complete Streets Policy, received updates on the Mercer University Road Safety Audit, grant funding deadlines, and the Vision Zero Workplan, and noted a May 6 deadline to submit an amended grant application.

• Deferred approval of March 16, 2021 minutes to May meeting (no quorum)
• Discussed Complete Streets Policy draft language and next legislative steps
• Received update on Mercer University Road Safety Audit improvements
• Noted May 6, 2021 deadline to submit amended Governor's Office of Highway Safety grant application

Board of Commissioners

The Board is reviewing a resolution to purchase the former Brookdale Elementary School property using CARES Act funds. The agenda also includes accepting an FAA grant for airport relief and authorizing landfill closure services.

• $1,500,000 purchase of former Brookdale Elementary School property
• $1,005,812 FAA grant for airport COVID-19 relief
• Contract with Hofstadter and Associates, Inc. for Walker Road Landfill closure up to $2,067,310
• $100,000 CARES Act appropriation for Brookdale Warming Center
• $250,000 purchase of fire department apparatuses

Construction Board of Appeals

The Macon-Bibb County Construction Board of Appeals met and discussed the appeal process, including how formal hearings should be, but tabled the matter due to time constraints. The board also heard public comments from a local builder about code enforcement concerns and discussed a potential state-level building code initiative.

• Tabled appeal process discussion (unanimous)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing several financial and infrastructure items. Discussions include a major contract for the Walker Road Landfill closure and fire department equipment purchases. The agenda also covers road registrations and new alcohol beverage licenses.

• Contract with Hofstadter and Associates, Inc. for Walker Road Landfill closure not to exceed $2,067,310
• Purchase of fire department pumpers totaling $250,000
• Budget transfer of $80,544 for Mattie Hubbard Jones Park and Culver Street improvements
• Purchase of a John Deere utility tractor for the airport for $83,450
• Registration of three paved roads in Goodall Woods Subdivision Phase II

The Committee of the Whole approved a $2,067,310 task release agreement with Hofstadter and Associates for landfill operations and closure of Walker Road Landfill, funded by 2018 SPLOST. It also approved a resolution to name the structure at 700 Poplar Street as 'Macon City Hall' after amending the original name. All items were approved unanimously, with no denials or tabling.

• Approved $13,000 budget transfer for Tax Commissioner camera systems (unanimous)
• Approved $2,067,310 landfill closure contract with Hofstadter and Associates (unanimous)
• Approved $80,544 blight bond transfer for Mattie Hubbard Jones Park and Culver Street improvements (unanimous)
• Accepted three roads in Goodall Woods Subdivision Phase II (unanimous)
• Dedicated portion of Sardis Church Road Extension in memory of Cary V. Becham (unanimous)
• Approved $250,000 purchase of fire apparatus from Station, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved $83,450 John Deere tractor purchase from Flint Equipment (unanimous)
• Approved $62,313 purchase of three Ford Escapes from Wade Ford (unanimous)

Friends of Rosa Parks Square Board

The Friends of Rosa Parks Square Board is meeting to review committee reports and old business. The agenda includes discussions on an official logo, web page creation, and a park rededication ceremony. The board will also consider the nomination of Clarence Thomas.

• Discussion regarding an official logo
• Update on HGOR
• MBIT web page creation
• Park rededication ceremony discussion
• Board nomination for Clarence Thomas

The Friends of Rosa Parks Square Board approved the minutes from the March 11, 2021 meeting. Members discussed a Downtown Challenge grant application, an HGOR update on park and auditorium improvements, and the selection of an official board logo. They also discussed creating a board web page and set a tentative date of June 26, 2021 for a park rededication ceremony. No other formal votes were taken.

• Approved the minutes from the March 11, 2021 meeting unanimously.
• Discussed applying for the Downtown Challenge grant from the Community Foundation of Central Georgia.
• Heard an update on HGOR regarding park improvements and Macon City Auditorium renovations.
• Discussed selecting an official board logo.
• Discussed creating a board web page.
• Set a tentative date of June 26, 2021 for the park rededication ceremony.

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is considering several budget amendments and contract approvals. Items include updates to the Capital Improvement Program and fund transfers for the Sheriff's Office and Engineering Department. The meeting also includes discussions on disaster mitigation plans and airport rent relief.

• $1,225,000 amendment to the FY2021 Capital Improvement Program
• Acceptance of a $50,000 Violence Against Women Act grant
• $91,981.48 purchase of two cargo transit vans from Wade Ford, Inc.
• $25,000 for speed awareness signs and traffic calming devices
• Resolution requesting opposition to legislation limiting voting rights

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on an ordinance concerning business license fees. The proposed ordinance would provide a one-time safe haven period for late payments.

• Ordinance for a one-time safe haven period for late Business License Fees

Committee of the Whole

The committee is reviewing several budget transfers, including funds for probate court licenses and sheriff's office repairs. Members will also consider day labor contracts for solid waste and a resolution regarding voting rights legislation.

• $1,225,000 amendment to the FY2021 Capital Improvement Program
• $80,000 appropriation for Probate Court weapons carry license processing
• $91,981.48 purchase of two S12 Cargo Transit Vans from Wade Ford, Inc.
• $25,000 transfer to the Engineering Department for speed signs and traffic calming devices
• New alcohol beverage license for Chevron Food Mart at 1106 Rocky Creek Rd

The Committee of the Whole approved a resolution requesting an RFP for surveillance cameras to deter littering along public roadways, with Commissioner Lucas dissenting. The commission also approved several financial items, including a $50,000 VAWA grant, budget transfers for the Sheriff's Office and Probate Court, and a $1,225,000 amendment to the Capital Improvement Program. A resolution requesting the local legislative delegation to oppose voting restrictions was approved as amended, with Commissioner Wynn dissenting. The alcohol license for Chevron Food Mart was tabled to April 13, 2021.

• Approved RFP for surveillance cameras to deter littering (8-1, Lucas dissenting)
• Approved $50,000 VAWA grant with no local match
• Approved $20,000 transfer to Sheriff's Office contract labor
• Approved $25,000 transfer from fuel to vehicle repair for Corrections
• Approved $80,000 supplemental for weapons carry license processing
• Approved $18,500 transfer for Superior Court flooring upgrades
• Approved $25,000 supplemental for speed awareness signs and traffic calming devices
• Approved $1,225,000 amendment to FY2021 Capital Improvement Program

Pedestrian Safety Review Board

The Pedestrian Safety Review Board will review reports from five subcommittees. The meeting includes an update on Vision Zero and the establishment of bylaws. No new business items are scheduled for this meeting.

• Subcommittee reports on policy, engineering, enforcement, communication, and coordination
• Vision Zero update
• Establishment of Bylaws

The Pedestrian Safety Review Board deferred approval of February minutes due to a lack of quorum. The board discussed recommending the Macon-Bibb County Commission adopt a Complete Streets Policy, including mandatory language and ADA accommodations, and considered a smaller committee to prepare the presentation. No formal votes were taken on these items.

• Deferred approval of February 16, 2021 minutes to the April meeting due to lack of quorum
• Discussed recommending the Macon-Bibb County Commission adopt a Complete Streets Policy
• Discussed forming a smaller committee to prepare the Complete Streets Policy presentation
• Heard updates on community events, a new 'You See Me' Kiosk, and Safe Routes to School outreach
• Heard an update on the Vision Zero Action Plan and potential support from GDOT
• Heard that board members with expired terms may continue serving until a successor is appointed

Board of Commissioners

The Board will consider budget transfers for IT security and weapons license processing. It will also review new labor contracts for solid waste projects and various community grants. Additionally, the meeting includes updates to alcohol licensing regulations.

• $100,000 budget transfer for IT Network Security Licensing Costs
• Ordinance to amend alcohol license distances near churches and recreation centers
• $15,000 grant for Randall Park bird habitat restoration
• $80,000 appropriation for Probate Court weapons license processing
• New labor contracts for solid waste projects at rates up to $16.32 per hour

Friends of Rosa Parks Square Board

The board will receive committee reports regarding communications, design, and fundraising. The meeting includes updates on the CFCG Fund Agreement and HGOR, as well as a discussion about an official logo.

• Update: CFCG Fund Agreement
• Update: HGOR
• Discussion: Official Logo
• MBIT Web Page Creation

The Friends of Rosa Parks Square Board approved the February 11, 2021 meeting minutes and selected Logo 3, presented by Mercer University Graphic Design Students, as the official board logo by a vote of 5-2. The board also discussed updates on the CFCG fund agreement, HGOR bid sets, and website creation, but took no formal action on those items.

• Approved the minutes from the February 11, 2021 meeting unanimously.
• Selected Logo 3 as the official board logo (5 votes for Logo 3, 2 for Logo 1).

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing several financial items, including a $100,000 transfer for network security software. Members are also considering new alcohol beverage licenses and code amendments regarding distance requirements near churches. Additionally, a resolution to reduce the jail population during the COVID-19 pandemic will be addressed.

• $100,000 budget transfer for IT Network Security Software
• $15,000 Avian Conservation Grant for Randall Park bird habitat
• Resolution to reduce jail population during the COVID-19 pandemic
• Ordinance amending alcohol license distance requirements near churches
• Seven-year lease extension with Due South Investments LLC

The Committee of the Whole approved several financial items, including a $100,000 IT budget transfer (8-1), a $15,000 conservation grant, and two smaller grants. It also approved new alcohol beverage licenses for multiple businesses, with two licenses removed from the agenda and one tabled. The committee approved code amendments for alcohol distance requirements and exclusive commercial solid waste collection, and a resolution supporting jail population reduction was amended and passed.

• Approved ordinance converting one part-time deputy coroner position to full-time.
• Approved $100,000 IT budget transfer for network security licensing (8-1, Tillman dissenting).
• Approved acceptance of Bill Terrell Conservation Grant ($15,000) for bird habitat at Randall Park.
• Approved acceptance of Peyton Anderson Foundation grant ($5,000) for homeless assistance.
• Approved acceptance of Community Foundation grant ($1,500) for roses at Rose Hill Cemetery.
• Approved new alcohol licenses for Ricky's Taco Shop, Hailey's Lounge, Quik Trip #1722, Sachin and Simal, Jeffersonville Grocery, Fasttrac, Emery Highway, and New Taco Girl.
• Removed alcohol license items for Family Food 2793, Kitchen Pride Food Store, and Manek 2021 from the agenda.
• Approved ordinance amending Chapter 4 for alcohol distance requirements (6-3) and Chapter 22 for exclusive commercial solid waste collection.

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing several budget appropriations and code amendments. This includes a $3 million appropriation for pay scale implementation and new security camera requirements for bars and nightclubs. The committee is also considering various contract renewals and appointments to local boards.

• Ordinance for security camera requirements on bars and nightclubs
• $14,714,211 in 2018 SPLOST proceeds appropriation for planned expenditures
• $3,083,972 supplemental budget appropriation for pay scale implementation
• $2,720,520 annual estimated cost increase for yard and bulky waste collection
• $50,000 monthly contract with Southern Center for Choice Theory for mental health services

The Committee of the Whole approved a $14,714,211 appropriation of 2018 SPLOST proceeds for planned expenditures (8-1), a new alcohol license for Discount Zone, and an ordinance requiring security cameras and training for private security businesses, effective July 1, 2021. Several budget transfers and contract agreements were also approved, including a $2.7M yard waste collection amendment. A proposed alcohol license for Chevron Food Mart was tabled (8-1).

• Approved $14,714,211 SPLOST appropriation (8-1)
• Approved new alcohol license for Discount Zone (unanimous)
• Tabled new alcohol license for Chevron Food Mart (8-1)
• Approved security camera/training ordinance, effective July 1, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved $3,083,972 budget appropriation for pay scale (unanimous)
• Approved $2,720,520/year yard waste collection amendment with ADS (unanimous)
• Approved $50,000/month mental health services contract (unanimous)
• Approved $13,000 indigent defense contracts with two law firms (unanimous)

Pedestrian Safety Review Board

The board will review subcommittee reports regarding policy, engineering, enforcement, communication, and interagency coordination. Members will also receive updates on the Vision Zero initiative and the establishment of bylaws.

• Subcommittee reports on policy, engineering, and enforcement
• Vision Zero update
• Establishment of bylaws

The Pedestrian Safety Review Board approved sending a draft of the Vision Zero Action Plan to a university researcher, discussed a proposed road diet on Eisenhower Parkway, and heard updates on speed camera legislation and grant funding. No final decisions were made on the road project or speed cameras.

• Approved sending draft Vision Zero Action Plan to UNC Chapel Hill (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from January 19, 2021 meeting (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is reviewing several proposals, including large-scale funding for planned expenditures via 2018 SPLOST proceeds. The agenda also includes requests for a local road improvement grant and the establishment of school zone speed cameras.

• $14,714,211 in 2018 SPLOST funds for various planned expenditures
• $1,928,431.65 Local Maintenance and Improvement Grant application for roads
• Establishment of an automated school zone speed camera program with Optotraffic, LLC
• $5,656,359 in SPLOST funds for the Walker Road Landfill closure
• Creation of the Rosa Parks Square Fund with the Community Foundation of Central Georgia

Friends of Rosa Parks Square Board

The Friends of Rosa Parks Square Board will review committee reports and park design elements. The meeting includes a vote to authorize the establishment of a CFCG fund agreement.

• Vote to authorize the establishment of a CFCG fund agreement
• Presentation on park design elements by George Muhammad
• Update on board member nominations
• Presentation regarding HGOR
• Discussion of Mercer University Graphic Design Class meeting

The Friends of Rosa Parks Square Board unanimously approved the minutes from January 14, 2021, and amended the agenda to add an HGOR presentation. The board voted unanimously to accept the Rosa Parks Square Fund Agreement with the Community Foundation of Central Georgia, which will be presented to the Macon-Bibb County Commission for final approval. HGOR presented a $214,200 cost estimate for park improvements, but the board did not approve it and requested a revised estimate. No official logo was chosen from Mercer University's designs; discussion will continue at the next meeting.

• Approved minutes from January 14, 2021 (unanimous)
• Amended agenda to add HGOR presentation (unanimous)
• Accepted Rosa Parks Square Fund Agreement with Community Foundation of Central Georgia (unanimous)
• Did not approve HGOR's $214,200 cost estimate for park improvements
• Did not select an official board logo from Mercer University designs

Committee of the Whole

The Committee is reviewing a $1.9 million road grant application and an ordinance for school zone speed cameras. Members will also consider appointments to the Macon Hospital Authority Board and the MLK Board. Additionally, the agenda includes funding for landfill closure and coroner services.

• $1,928,431.65 LMIG road grant application and matching funds
• Establishment of automated traffic enforcement cameras in school zones
• $5,656,359 appropriation for Walker Road Landfill closure
• $100,000 supplemental budget for Coroner's Office storage costs
• New alcohol beverage licenses for local businesses

Board of Commissioners

The Macon-Bibb County Board of Commissioners will consider several appointments to local boards and proclamations. The meeting also includes items regarding housing grants, street lighting, and budget appropriations.

• $157,000 for multi-family and single-family housing via Neighborhood Works
• $119,116 grant to Macon Area Habitat for Humanity for Roy Avenue construction
• $250,000 capital improvement agreement for the Macon Centreplex
• New business license for Rodeo Bar & Grill at 4053 Pio Nono Avenue
• $9,875 contract for tank removal at 1853 Jeffersonville Road

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole approved a new alcohol license for Rodeo Bar and Grill at 4053 Pio Nono Avenue, with an 8-1 vote. Numerous appointments to boards and commissions were approved, along with several contracts and funding agreements, including a $245,440 contract for the Sheriff's Office Outreach and Restorative Justice Center. The meeting ended with an executive session and no further action.

• Approved alcohol license for Rodeo Bar and Grill (8-1)
• Reappointed/appointed multiple members to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Board, Construction Board of Appeals, Keep Macon-Bibb Beautiful, River Edge, and Friends of Rosa Parks Square
• Approved $10,000 supplemental budget for Tax Commissioner software
• Approved $2,500 AAA grant for Fire Department
• Approved $119,116 NSP1 funds for Habitat for Humanity home at 4212 Roy Avenue
• Approved $157,000 for Neighborhood Works duplex and rehab
• Approved $245,440 contract for Sheriff's Office Outreach and Restorative Justice Center
• Approved $400,000 GDOT grant for Ocmulgee Heritage Trail engineering

Pedestrian Safety Review Board

The meeting includes subcommittee reports on policy, engineering, and enforcement. The board will also discuss the establishment of bylaws and a Vision Zero update. No new business is scheduled for this meeting.

• Establishment of Bylaws
• Vision Zero Update
• Subcommittee reports regarding policy, engineering, and enforcement

The Pedestrian Safety Review Board met via video conference and unanimously approved the minutes from its December 15, 2020 meeting. Members received updates on road safety projects, enforcement, public communication efforts, and the Vision Zero Work Plan, but took no other formal votes. The meeting was largely informational, with no substantive policy decisions made.

• Approved December 15, 2020 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review several appointments to various county boards and departments. The agenda also includes approving budget transfers for capital improvements and staff positions.

• $800,000 transfer from Fund Balance for the 2021 Capital Improvements Program
• $97,533 appropriation for Code Enforcement and Community Affairs positions
• Moratorium on licensing pawnbrokers in Macon-Bibb County
• New alcohol licenses for Romos Pizza, Family Corner, and Welcome
• Appointments for Directors of Procurement, Small Business Affairs, and Code Enforcement

Friends of Rosa Parks Square Board

The Friends of Rosa Parks Square Board will review committee reports and approve minutes from the December 10, 2020 meeting. The agenda includes updates regarding the CFCG Fund Agreement and board member nominations. No new business is scheduled for this meeting.

• Update on CFCG Fund Agreement
• Update on Board Member Nominations
• Committee reports from Communications, Design, and Fund Raising

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing several mayoral appointments for various county departments. The committee is also considering budget appropriations for the Capital Improvement Program and a runway rehabilitation project. Additionally, items regarding alcohol licenses and department renaming are on the agenda.

• $800,000 supplemental appropriation for the 2021 Capital Improvement Program
• Budget increase to $4,096,135.66 for Middle Georgia Regional Airport runway rehabilitation
• $97,533.00 appropriation for Code Enforcement and Community Affairs positions
• New alcohol beverage licenses for Romos Pizza, Family Corner, and Welcome
• Moratorium on new pawnbroker and retail distilled spirits licenses

Committee on Committees

The committee met to select a third member for the Committee on Committees. The agenda also included an item for further business.

• Selection of a third member for the Committee on Committees

The Committee on Committees voted 3-0 to abolish all standing committees and replace them with a single Committee of the Whole, effective immediately. The motion, made by Mayor Pro Tem Seth Clark and seconded by Commissioner Paul Bronson, was approved by Mayor Lester Miller and Commissioner Bronson. The change eliminates the four standing committees and gives all commissioners equal voting input on legislation.

• Appointed Commissioner Paul Bronson as third member of Committee on Committees (unanimous)
• Abolished all standing committees and established Committee of the Whole (3-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Macon-Bibb County Board of Commissioners will review several department director selections and informational updates for various authorities. Most items on the agenda are presented as information rather than for decision.

• Renaming Department of Business Development to Code Enforcement
• Creation of new Executive Director of Community Affairs position
• Liquor and Pawn Shop Moratorium information
• Appointments to the Macon Water Authority and Housing Authority
• Capital Improvement Program information