City of Savannah


City Council Regular Meeting


AGENDA


Thursday, April 11, 2024 - 2:00 p.m.


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

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

NOTE TO AUDIENCE

Meeting will begin at 2:00p.m.

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April 11, 2024, City Council Regular Meeting
CALL TO ORDER
INVOCATION
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
1. Adoption of the Regular Meeting Agenda for April 11, 2024.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
2. Approval of the Minutes for the Work Session and City Manager's Briefing Held on March 28, 2024, at 12:30 p.m.
Exhibit 1: Draft Minutes - March 28, 2024, City Council Workshop.pdf
3. Approval of the Minutes for the Regular Meeting Held on March 28, 2024, at 2:00 p.m.
Exhibit 1: Draft Minutes - March 28, 2024, City Council Regular Meeting.pdf
4. Approval of the Minutes for the Special Called Meeting Visioning Session Retreat on March 25, 2024.
Exhibit 1: Draft Minutes - Special Called Meeting March 25 2024.pdf
5. Approval of the Minutes for the Special Called Meeting Visioning Session Retreat on March 26, 2024.
Exhibit 1: Draft Minutes - Special Called Meeting March 26 2024.pdf
ORGANIZATIONAL ITEMS
PRESENTATIONS
6. An Appearance by Representatives of Advocates for Restorative Communities of Savannah (ARCS) to Receive a Proclamation Declaring the Month of April 2024 as “2nd Chance Month” in Savannah, GA.
7. An Appearance by Representatives of the Live Oak Public Libraries to Receive a Proclamation Declaring April 7-15, 2024 as “National Library Week” in Savannah, GA.
8. An Appearance by Representatives of Gamma Sigma Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority to Receive a Proclamation Declaring April 11, 2024 as “AKA Black Maternal Health Day” in Savannah, GA.
9. Presentation of the Employee Engagement Team and Recognition of the 2023 City of Savannah Employee of the Year.
10. Presentation of the 2020-2023 City of Savannah Accomplishments Report.
ALCOHOL LICENSE HEARINGS - (CITY MANAGER RECOMMENDS APPROVAL OF ALL ITEMS IN THIS SECTION UNLESS NOTED OTHERWISE)
11. Approval of a Class C (Liquor, Beer, Wine) Alcohol License with Sunday Sales and a Class A (Liquor, Beer, Wine) Caterer License to Ryan Williamson for Flora & Fauna Savannah, LLC t/a Flora Fauna, a Restaurant Located at 2401-2403 Bull Street. The establishment is located between West 40th and West 41st Streets in Aldermanic District 2.
Exhibit 1: Checklist - Flora & Fauna.pdf
Exhibit 2: Density Map - Flora & Fauna.pdf
Exhibit 3: Measurement Report - Flora Fauna.pdf
Exhibit 4: Alcohol Reports - Flora & Fauna.pdf
Exhibit 5: Security Plan - Flora & Fauna.pdf
PUBLIC HEARINGS
ZONING HEARINGS
12. Petition from FARM-Starland Properties, LLC on Behalf of Ryan Williamson for a Special Use Permit to Establish a Restaurant with Alcohol Sales with Conditions at 2401-2403 Bull Street (PIN 20065 47009) within TC-1 Zoning District in Aldermanic District 2 (File No. 24-001093-ZA).
Exhibit 1: MPC Recommendation Packet (File No. 24-001093-ZA).pdf
Exhibit 2: Combined Maps (File No. 24-001093-ZA).pdf
PETITIONS
ORDINANCES - FIRST AND SECOND READING - (CITY MANAGER RECOMMENDS APPROVAL OF ALL ITEMS IN THIS SECTION UNLESS NOTED OTHERWISE)
13. Ordinance to Amend of Chapter 1, Personal Conduct, of Part 9, Offenses, of the Code of the City of Savannah, Georgia.
Exhibit 1: Ordinance - Lost or Stolen Firearm.docx
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)
14. Authorize the City Manager to Execute a Contract for the Rental of Four (4) Vehicles with Premier Truck Rental in the Amount of $64,621. These vehicles were used to ensure uninterrupted service delivery and mitigate any potential utility service disruptions. (Fleet)
Exhibit 1: Funding Verification - Fleet Water Distribution Vehicles.pdf
Exhibit 2: Purchasing Notes - Fleet Water Distribution Vehicles.pdf
15. Authorize the City Manager to Execute a Contract for Ammunition with Gulf State Distributors in the Amount of $74,783. The ammunition will be utilized for the training of new hires, current officers, and specialized units. (SPD)
Exhibit 1: Funding Verification - Ammunition.pdf
Exhibit 2: Purchasing Notes - Ammunition.pdf
16. Authorize the City Manager to Execute an Annual Contract and Maintenance Agreement with Vertosoft for OpenGov Software in the Amount of $309,750. OpenGov is a budget and performance software solution used by the City for financial management operations in a cloud based environment for the public sector. This contract will provide regular maintenance and support as well as licensing to the City. (ITS)
Exhibit 1: Funding Verification - OpenGov.pdf
Exhibit 2: Purchasing Notes - OpenGov.pdf
17. Authorize the City Manager to Execute a Contract for Leasing of 300 Automated External Defibrillators with Avive Solutions in the Amount of $114,999 Annually for Five Years, with a Total Amount Not to Exceed $574,995. Leasing the defibrillators enables the City to outfit its facilities with the devices at a much lower cost while shifting much of its liability onto the vendor. (Risk Management)
Exhibit 1: Funding Verification - AED Lease.pdf
Exhibit 2: Purchasing Notes - AED Lease.pdf
18. Authorize the City Manager to Execute a Contract for a Parking Matters Study with Stantec Consulting Services in the Amount of $128,285. The Parking and Mobility Services Department will use Stantec to conduct the analysis, evaluate the existing parking situation, and develop strategies to optimize parking utilization and efficiency. (Parking & Mobility Services)
Exhibit 1: Funding Verification - Parking Matters Study.pdf
Exhibit 2: Purchasing Notes - Parking Matters Study.pdf
19. Authorize the City Manager to Execute a Contract for the Installation of New Ballfield Lights with MUSCO Sports Lighting, LLC in an Amount Not to Exceed $838,445. The installation of new ballfield lights at the Guy Minick Youth Sports Complex will provide more opportunities for youth and adult sports teams to conduct practices and games during evening hours. (Recreation & Leisure Services)
Exhibit 1: Funding Verification - Guy Minick Lights.pdf
Exhibit 2: Purchasing Notes - Guy Minick Lights.pdf
20. Authorize the City Manager to Execute a Contract for Three (3) Elgin Pelican Street Sweepers with Environmental Product Group c/o Elgin Sweeper Company in the Amount of $869,100. The new sweepers will replace units that are at the end of their useful life and have been identified as FY24 replacements. (Fleet)
Exhibit 1: Funding Verification - Elgin Pelican Street Sweepers.pdf
Exhibit 2: Purchasing Notes - Elgin Pelican Street Sweepers.pdf
21. Authorize the City Manager to Execute a Contract for Eight (8) Rear Loader Chassis with Battle Motors c/o Crane Carrier Company in the Amount of $1,430,624. Seven (7) of the rear loader truck chassis are planned FY24 replacements and one (1) will be a fleet addition for the Sanitation Department. (Fleet)
Exhibit 1: Funding Verification - Rear Loader Chassis.pdf
Exhibit 2: Purchasing Notes - Rear Loader Chassis.pdf
22. Authorize the City Manager to Execute a Contract for Three (3) Front Loading Refuse Trucks and Eight (8) Refuse Bodies with Solid Waste Applied Technologies c/o New Way Under in the Amount of $2,163,000. The front-loading refuse trucks will replace units 6701, 6742, and 6743 which are planned FY24 replacements. (Fleet)
Exhibit 1: Funding Verification - Front Loading Refuse Trucks & Bodies.pdf
Exhibit 2: Purchasing Notes - Front Loading Refuse Trucks & Bodies.pdf
SAVANNAH AIRPORT COMMISSION
23. Approval to Purchase GPS Survey Equipment from Georgia Surveyors Exchange, in the Amount of $35,200.
24. Approval to Contract Services from KONE Inc. for the Installation of Elevator Door Lock Monitoring Devices on Four Terminal Elevators, in the Amount of $63,345.
25. Approval of Task Work Order No. 2 with Mead and Hunt for Design and Bid Phase Services for the Signage Upgrade Project, in the Amount of $67,835.
26. Approval to Purchase a Sweeper from Jerry Pate Turf & Irrigation, in the Amount of $89,164.
27. Approval to Procure One Skid Steer with High Flow Hydraulic System from Hendrix Machinery, in the Amount of $123,099.
28. Approval to Renew the 2024-2025 Annual Maintenance Agreement with KONE, Inc., in the Amount of $164,482.
29. Approval to Procure One Tractor with a Boom Mower from Hendrix Machinery, Inc., in the Amount of $173,519.
30. Approval to Amend the Purchase of Hold Room Seating to be Directly from Herman Miller, Inc., Replacing National Office Systems, in the Amount of $204,787.
31. Approval of Task Work Order No. 1 with AECOM for Design and Construction Phase Services to Upgrade the Runway 01 Instrument Landing System to a Mark 420 Instrument Landing System, in the Amount of $224,800.
32. Approval to Contract Services from Otis Elevator Company to Provide a Comprehensive Modernization Package on the Economy North and South Parking Elevators, in the Amount of $300,000.
33. Approval of a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) with Customs and Border Protection (CBP) for the Replacement of Information Technology and Communications Equipment, in the Amount NTE $332,000.
34. Approval to Ratify the Acceptance of Other Transactional Agreement No. 70T04024T7672N002 from the Transportation Security Administration, in the Amount of $1,091,109.67.
35. Approval of Task Work Order No. 4 with AECOM for Architectural and Design Services for the In-line Checked Baggage Inspection System, in the Amount of $1,281,180.
BOARD APPOINTMENTS
RESOLUTIONS - (CITY MANAGER RECOMMENDS APPROVAL OF ALL ITEMS IN THIS SECTION UNLESS NOTED OTHERWISE)
36. Resolution for the Adoption of the Vision Statement and Equity Definition for the 140th Administration of the City of Savannah, GA.
Exhibit 1: Resolution - Adoption of Vision Statement and Equity Definition of the 140th City Council.docx
AGREEMENTS
37. Authorize the City Manager to Accept the FY2024 Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Grant Award in the Amount $400,000 Transferring Dislocated Worker Funds to the Adult Funding Stream. The award will be used to provide training and supportive services to adults who are unemployed or underemployed from October 1, 2023, through June 30, 2025. The City serves as the fiduciary agent for the 10-county region.
Exhibit 1: FY24 Dislocated Workers Transfer to Adult Funds.pdf
REAL ESTATE ITEMS - (CITY MANAGER RECOMMENDS APPROVAL OF ALL ITEMS IN THIS SECTION UNLESS NOTED OTHERWISE)
38. Authorize the City Manager to Execute an Amendment to Extend the Intergovernmental Lease Agreement at the Coastal Georgia Center Located at 305 Fahm Street for Five Years at an Initial Rate of $553,661 per Year (Escalating at 3% per Year).
Exhibit 1: Map - 305 Fahm Street.pdf
Exhibit 2: Fully Executed IGA - 305 Fahm St.pdf
Exhibit 3: First Amendment to Contract.pdf
CITY ATTORNEY ITEMS
39. Settlement #1.
MISCELLANEOUS
40. Approval of a Major Subdivision - Brookline Phase 3. This proposed property totals 17.453 acres and will consist of 63 single family lots with varying lot sizes. The property has own entrance off Highlands Boulevard at Brookline Drive in Alderman District 1.
Exhibit 1: Plat - Major Subdivision - Brookline Phase 3.pdf
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