City of Savannah


City Council Regular Meeting


AGENDA


Thursday, February 10, 2022 - 2:00 pm


City Hall
2 East Bay Street
Savannah, GA 31401
www.savannahga.gov
SAVANNAH CITY COUNCIL

Van R. Johnson, II, Mayor
Kesha Gibson-Carter, Post 1, At-large, Chairman
Alicia Miller Blakely, Post 2, At-large
Bernetta B. Lanier, District 1
Detric Leggett, District 2
Linda Wilder-Bryan, District 3
Nick Palumbo, District 4, Vice-Chairman
Dr. Estella Edwards Shabazz, District 5, Mayor Pro Tem
Kurtis Purtee, District 6
Jay Melder, City Manager
Mark Massey, City Clerk
R. Bates Lovett, City Attorney

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February 10, 2022 City Council Regular Meeting
CALL TO ORDER
INVOCATION
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
1. Adoption of the Regular Meeting Agenda for February 10, 2022.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
2. Approval of the Minutes for the Work Session and City Manager's Briefing held on January 27, 2022 at 4:30 p.m.
Exhibit 1: Minutes - January 27, 2022 City Council Workshop.pdf
3. Approval of the Minutes for the Regular Meeting held on January 27, 2022 at 6:30 p.m.
Exhibit 1: Minutes - January 27, 2022 City Council Regular Meeting.pdf
ORGANIZATIONAL ITEMS
PRESENTATIONS
4. Appearance by and Recognition of Healthcare Georgia Foundation’s Donation of $50,000 to the Savannah Affordable Housing Fund.
5. A Proclamation Declaring February 18, 2022, as the Annual Arbor and Tree Planting Day in the City of Savannah.
6. A Proclamation Recognizing the Office of Capital Projects Managements for Contributions Made Since Formation of the Department in 2017 As Well As for Their Commitment to Ensuring Quality Construction of Infrastructure and Facilities Throughout the City for Staff, Citizens and Visitors.
Exhibit 1: Proclamation - Capital Improvements Projects Staff Recognition.docx
ALCOHOL LICENSE HEARINGS - (CITY MANAGER RECOMMENDS APPROVAL OF ALL ITEMS IN THIS SECTION UNLESS NOTED OTHERWISE)
7. Approval of a Class C (Liquor, Beer, Wine) (By the Drink) Alcohol License with Sunday Sales to Anthony Debreceny for Nomada, a Restaurant at 143 Bull Street between W. Oglethorpe Avenue and W. State Street in District 2. (New Owner/New Request)
PUBLIC HEARINGS
ZONING HEARINGS
8. Petition of Robert McCorkle on Behalf of MCG Savannah Owners, LLC to Rezone 7810 Abercorn St. (PIN 20559 01005) from B-C (Community Business) to RMF-2-25 (Residential Multifamily 2- 25 units per acre), District 4, File No. 21-005936. Property is part of the Oglethorpe Mall (privately owned), and includes the former Sears store and auto service center, restaurant out parcel and associated parking.
Exhibit 1: MPC Recommendation Packet for 7810 Abercorn Street (File No. 21-005936-ZA)
Exhibit 2: 7810 Aberocorn Street Maps (File No. 21-005936-ZA)
Exhibit 3: Photos of 7810 Abercorn Street (File No. 21-005936-ZA)
Exhibit 4: Existing Apartments within within 1-mile of 7810 Abercorn Street (File No. 21-005936-ZA)
Exhibit 5: Draft Ordinance for 7810 Abercorn Street (File No. 21-005936-ZA)
9. Petition of Guinnevere McMillon on Behalf of Russell Goeken to Secure a Special Use Permit with Conditions for a Bar/Tavern at 2312 Abercorn Street (PIN 20065 37004) in Aldermanic District 2. File No. 21-006078-ZA.
Exhibit 1: MPC Recommendation Packet for 2312 Abercorn Street (File No. 21-006078-ZA)
Exhibit 2: Maps for 2312 Abercorn Street (File No. 21-006078-ZA)
Exhibit 3: Photos for 2313 Abercorn Street (File No. 21-006078-ZA)
Exhibit 4: Letter of Opposition for 2312 Abercorn Street (File No. 21-006078-ZA)
Exhibit 5: Letters of Support for 2312 Abercorn Street (File No. 21-006078-ZA)
Exhibiti 6: Parking Agreement fr 2312 Abercorn Street (File No. 21-006078-ZA)
Exhibit 6: Alcohol Density Map for 2312 Abercorn Street (File No. 21-006078-ZA)
10. Petition of Metropolitan Planning Commission on Behalf of the Mayor and Aldermen for a Text Amendment to the Historic Buildings Map of Section 7.11 Streetcar Historic Overlay District. File No. 21-005613-ZA. The revision will add nine historic and architectural significant buildings constructed during the Period of Significance (1799-1935) to the Contributing Resources Map.
Exhibit 1: MPC Recommendation Packet to Amend Section 7.11 (File No. 21-005613-ZA)
Exhibit 2: Proposed Update to the Contributing Resources Map for the Streetcar Historic Overlay District (File No. 21-005613-ZA)
Exhibit 3: Property Assessment for Proposed Contributing Buildings (File No. 21-005613-ZA)
Exhibit 4: List of Contributing Structures within the Streetcar Historic Overaly District (File No. 21-005613-ZA)
Exhibit 5: Proposed Ordinance to Amend Section 7.11 of the Zoning Ordinance (File No. 21-005613-ZA)
11. Petition of Bridget Lidy on Behalf of the Mayor and Aldermen to Amend Section 8.7.11 of the Zoning Ordinance. Proposed revisions will provide more flexibility and address the need for Child/Adult Daycare Homes in Residential areas with new conditions including site plan review for parking and safe drop off areas, as well as separation requirements such as HOA approval where necessary.
Exhibit 1: MPC Recommendation Packet to Amend Section 8.7.11 (File No. 21-006547-ZA)
Exhibit 2: Draft Ordinance to Amend Section 8.7.11 (File No. 21-006547-ZA)
PETITIONS
ORDINANCES - FIRST AND SECOND READING - (CITY MANAGER RECOMMENDS APPROVAL OF ALL ITEMS IN THIS SECTION UNLESS NOTED OTHERWISE)
12. Petition of Robert McCorkle on Behalf of MCG Savannah Owners, LLC to Rezone 7810 Abercorn Street (PIN 20559 01005) from B-C (Community Business) to RMF-2-25 (Residential Multifamily 2- 25 units per acre), District 4. Property is part of the Oglethorpe Mall (privately owned), and includes the former Sears store and auto service center, restaurant out parcel and associated parking.
Exhibit 1: MPC Recommendation Packet for 7810 Abercorn Street (File No. 21-005936-ZA)
Exhibit 2: 7810 Aberocorn Street Maps (File No. 21-005936-ZA)
Exhibit 3: Photos of 7810 Abercorn Street (File No. 21-005936-ZA)
Exhibit 4: Existing Apartments within within 1-mile of 7810 Abercorn Street (File No. 21-005936-ZA)
Exhibit 5: Draft Ordinance for 7810 Abercorn Street (File No. 21-005936-ZA)
13. Petition of Metropolitan Planning Commission on Behalf of the Mayor and Aldermen for a Text Amendment to the Historic Buildings Map of Section 7.11 Streetcar Historic Overlay District. File No. 21-005613-ZA. The revision will add nine historic and architectural significant buildings constructed during the Period of Significance (1799-1935) to the Contributing Resources Map.
Exhibit 1: MPC Recommendation Packet to Amend Section 7.11 (File No. 21-005613-ZA)
Exhibit 2: Proposed Update to the Contributing Resources Map for the Streetcar Historic Overlay District (File No. 21-005613-ZA)
Exhibit 3: Property Assessment for Proposed Contributing Buildings (File No. 21-005613-ZA)
Exhibit 4: List of Contributing Structures within the Streetcar Historic Overaly District (File No. 21-005613-ZA)
Exhibit 5: Proposed Ordinance to Amend Section 7.11 of the Zoning Ordinance (File No. 21-005613-ZA)
14. Petition of Bridget Lidy on Behalf of the Mayor and Aldermen to Amend Section 8.7.11 of the Zoning Ordinance. Proposed revisions will provide more flexibility and address the need for Child/Adult Daycare Homes in Residential areas with new conditions including site plan review for parking and safe drop off areas, as well as separation requirements such as HOA approval where necessary.
Exhibit 1: MPC Recommendation Packet to Amend Section 8.7.11 (File No. 21-006547-ZA)
Exhibit 2: Draft Ordinance to Amend Section 8.7.11 (File No. 21-006547-ZA)
ORDINANCES - FIRST READING
ORDINANCES - SECOND READING - (CITY MANAGER RECOMMENDS APPROVAL OF ALL ITEMS IN THIS SECTION UNLESS NOTED OTHERWISE)
CONSENT AGENDA - (This section shall include all routine items for which it is anticipated there will be no debate or requests for public input. Any Alderman can remove consent items for discussion or separate consideration.)
PURCHASING ITEMS - (CITY MANAGER RECOMMENDS APPROVAL OF ALL ITEMS IN THIS SECTION UNLESS NOTED OTHERWISE)
15. Authorize the City Manager to Execute a Contract for the Purchase of an Emergency Backup Power Generator for Lift Station 7 with Cummins Power South in the Amount of $34,244. Lift Station 7 services 3,557 feet of gravity main and 21 sewer manholes along the Casey Canal. The equipment will replace the existing generator that is beyond repair.
Exhibit 1: Funding Verification - Emergency Backup Generator
Exhibit 2: Purchasing Notes - Emergency Backup Generator
16. Authorize the City Manager to Execute a Contract for the Purchase of Three Dump Trucks with Roberts International Trucks, Inc. in the Amount of $374,997. The three dump trucks will be utilized by the Street Cleaning, Street Maintenance, and Stormwater Management Departments.
Exhibit 1: Funding Verification - Dump Trucks
Exhibit 2: Purchasing Notes - Dump Trucks
17. Authorize the City Manager to Execute a Contract for Two Dump Trucks with Stainless Steel Dump Bodies with Roberts International Trucks, Inc. in the Amount of $278,798. The two dump trucks will be utilized by the Water Reclamation and Industrial and Domestic Water Departments.
Exhibit 1: Funding Verification - Dump Trucks with Stainless Steel
Exhibit 2: Purchasing Notes - Dump Trucks with Stainless Steel
18. Authorize the City Manager to Execute a Contract for Two Roll-Off Container Trucks with Environmental Products Group, Inc. in the Amount of $342,700. The two roll off container trucks will be utilized by the Sanitation Refuse Disposal Division.
Exhibit 1: Funding Verification - Roll Off Container Trucks
Exhibit 2: Purchasing Notes - Roll Off Container Trucks
19. Authorize the City Manager to Execute a Contract for Landscape Architect and ISA Certified Arborist with Pat-Ted Consulting, LLC for an Amount up to $30,000. The services will be used to provide review of site development plans submitted to Development Services Office to ensure compliance with the City's Landscape and Tree Protection Ordinance.
Exhibit 1: Funding Verification - Landscape Architect and ISA Certified Arborist
Exhibit 2: Purchasing Notes - Landscape Architect and ISA Certified Arborist
20. Notification of an Emergency Purchase Procurement of Two 550 Horsepower Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) in the Amount of $114,488. The Industrial and Domestic Plant uses the VFDs to pump 15 million gallons of potable water to the major industries and the main groundwater system.
Exhibit 1: Funding Verification - Emergency Purchase
Exhibit 2: Purchasing Notes - Emergency Purchase
Exhibit 3: Emergency Purchase (Confidential)
21. Authorize the City Manager to Execute a Contract Modification for the Add -On of Additional Shot Clocks to Portable Backstops in the Enmarket Arena from Porter in the Amount of $5,984. The modification is for the add-on of rear shot clocks and support.
Exhibit 1: Funding Verification - Additional Shot Clocks
Exhibit 2: Purchasing Notes - Additional Shot Clocks
SAVANNAH AIRPORT COMMISSION
BOARD APPOINTMENTS
RESOLUTIONS - (CITY MANAGER RECOMMENDS APPROVAL OF ALL ITEMS IN THIS SECTION UNLESS NOTED OTHERWISE)
22. Approval of a Resolution Accepting a $50,000 Donation from Community Housing Services Agency Inc. via Healthcare Georgia Foundation for the Savannah Affordable Housing Fund.
Exhibit 1: CHSA Healthcare GA SAHF Donation Resolution.pdf
23. Approval of a Resolution Ratifying the Mayor's Extension of the Emergency Mask or Face Covering Order
AGREEMENTS
24. Approval of a Water and Sewer Agreement with WL Southeast Gateway Owner, LLC for Southeast Gateway, a Development Consisting of Warehouse and Office Space Located at 380 Fort Argyle Road.
Exhibit 1: Water & Sewer Agreement - Southeast Gateway.pdf
25. Authorize the City Manager to Execute an Agreement for a Litter Removal Program with Union Mission, Inc for an Amount up to $140,400 (Per Occupied Room Fund). The agreement will assist in meeting the City's goals of Re-establishing and Preserving Neighborhoods and Soft Skills and Workforce Training for Unemployed and Underemployed. Program is used to clean litter in specific downtown areas.
Exhibit 1: Funding Verification - Litter Removal Program
REAL ESTATE ITEMS - (CITY MANAGER RECOMMENDS APPROVAL OF ALL ITEMS IN THIS SECTION UNLESS NOTED OTHERWISE)
26. Authorize the City Manager to Approve Underground Easement to Georgia Power Company at 2155 West Gwinnett Street (PIN 20598 01001).
Exhibit 1: Map & Pictures - 2155 W Gwinnett St - GA PWR.pdf
Exhibit 2: Underground Distribution Construction Agreement - 2155 West Gwinnett Street.pdf
Exhibit 3: Easement - 2155 West Gwinnett Street.pdf
Exhibit 4: EXHIBIT A - 2155 West Gwinnett Street.pdf
27. Approval of a Revocable Canal Crossing Easement Over the Savannah Ogeechee Canal.
Cobblestone Revocable Canal Crossing Easement 2-3-22.pdf
CITY ATTORNEY ITEMS
MISCELLANEOUS
28. Approval of a Major Subdivision, Camden Crossing and Cottage Row Phase 1, which is Located South of I-16 on Little Neck Road in Aldermanic District 5. This subdivision will consist of 64 lots with varying lot sizes.
Exhibit 1: Subdivision Plat Camden Crossing & Cottage Row
Exhibit 2: Master Plan - New Hampstead PUD.pdf
Exhibit 3: New Hampstead Amended Land Use Plan .pdf
29. Approval of a Major Subdivision, L.R. Moore Subdivision, Which is Located at the Intersections of Betty Drive and Riviera Drive in Aldermanic District 4. This subdivision will consist of six lots with varying lot sizes.
Exhibit 1: Major Subdivision L.R. Moore Subdivision.pdf
30. Appearance by Representatives of the Savannah Book Festival, which Has a Festival Every Year in February with More than 30 Authors, to Provide an Update Pertaining to the 2022 Festival.
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