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CITY GOVERNMENT
OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF CITY COUNCIL
SAVANNAH, GEORGIA
The regular meeting of Council was held this date at 2:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of City Hall. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited in unison followed by the Invocation by Reverend Leonard Smalls, Litway Baptist Church in Thunderbolt, GA.
Alderman Johnson welcomed and introduced the candidates for the Chatham County Youth Commission present in Council Chambers and thanked them for attending the meeting.
Mayor DeLoach presented Tiwanna Crawford, Assistant to the Clerk of Council with her 5 year service pin and Attorney Brooks Stillwell with his 15 year service pin.
He also recognized LaTeia Lott, Administrative Assistant to the Clerk of Council for successfully completing 101 hours of course work and instruction to fulfill the educational requirements of the Georgia Clerks Education Institute to be recognized as a Georgia Certified Clerk. She received her certificate at the GMA conference held in Savannah June 23-27, 2017 at the Savannah International Trade & Convention Center.
Due to the recent events which occurred in Downtown Savannah Mayor DeLoach read the following statement as it relates to crime:
This July 5th our city faced a tragedy that included multiple shootings, and which ended in a deadly car crash and lives lost. Sadly these events follow a national trend that show a growing increase in violence nationwide, as well as a disregard for human lives. We must cherish every life in Savannah. While it is necessary, and right, to stop and mourn those who lost their lives in these, and all tragedies, myself, council, and the Chief remain focused on our long range plan to support public safety and reduce crime. Make no mistake; we are at war with gangs in our community. We are at war with those that want to disrupt any law abiding citizen and wreak havoc our beloved city. But we cannot flinch, we cannot become reactionary, we cannot change policy based on emotions, and we must stay with our strategic plan.
In January 2016, we made a commitment to reduce crime and begin to change a culture in our city. We are starting to see results, including a reduction of crime in the city of Savannah by 5% in 2016 and have seen a 6% drop in violent crime so far in 2017. While these decreases may seem small, they represent a significant change in course, one that should not be minimized, and each crime prevented is one less victim, one less family in mourning. SCMPD is fully staffed for the first time in 20 years, plus the creation of 18 additional officers this year.
We have bought and installed 25 new security cameras. The cameras are part of our Lights, Camera, Action strategy. One of the new cameras was used in capturing the footage that police used on the 5th. We promised more cameras, and we have delivered. The paper was wrong in its editorial today, these cameras have been up and functioning since January. The City Manager is currently working with the Chief on where else we need cameras, and the best technology to use.
Our strategic plan, which will be implemented this January, designates public safety as our number 1 priority. Every aspect of the city will be focused around this goal of creating a safe and thriving Savannah. One of the most ambitious aspects of this was voted on two weeks ago by this council to accept the recommendation from the Berkshire Study which includes hiring 150 additional new police officers over 3 years, and having a response time of 7 minutes or less for violent crimes. This was a specific study done so we know how many officers we really need to patrol our city and keep us safe.
While a drop of crime is important, we must also make sure the department has the tools they need to remove the criminals off our streets. SCMPD has a clearance rate of almost 10% above the national average at 72% that is a significant number. SCMPD has arrested over 100 gang members alone since Jan 2016. As Chief Lumpkin said yesterday, the OTM Gang which was behind this attack has gone from several dozen members to just a 2-3 because of arrests. The Department along with the DA and the Federal Prosecutor are not taking gun charges lightly and will work hard to go after these offenders to the full extent of the law.
More importantly our Department is focusing more on intelligence led policing, anticipating and preventing crime, rather then simply reacting to it. The Chief has just hired Daniel Kelin who is focused on nothing but collecting intelligence. Kelin has experience working intelligence in Philadelphia as well as our military’s special forces. The experience he has, and the data he will collect will be invaluable to the department.
Another important aspect of our plan is to give youths options in our community other than crime and violence. This summer alone we are providing over 340 paying jobs to our youth in the Summer 500, Clean City Corps, SIP, and Youth Build. There are an additional 200 kids in our Summer Youth Camps with partnerships with our public schools and the Police Dept. We must find them productive alternatives to keep them busy. Between Youth Enrichment Programs and Youth Employment Programs we will touch over 7000 students in 2017.
We also are striving to develop a recreation program to provide at risk youth a chance to relate to adult leaders as positive role models and interact with their pears in a wholesome manner. We have not provided these programs for decades and we must resume now.
We will continue to see crime in our city as long as poverty continues to be the underlying issue. That is why we have concentrated on blight reduction, better paying jobs, and neighborhood clean ups.
As we continue to mourn all the lives lost this year in Savannah, and pray for all those affected by violent crime. We must work together to find positive solutions to these complex issues.
We are one Savannah. We strive to be a safe Savannah. And all of Savannah is open for business!
Bob Milie, Savannah resident and longtime service industry associate appeared making the following statement:
Good afternoon and thank you Mr. Mayor and Council for making time today to address, hear and involve such an important part of the community. He stated he is honored to have been asked to speak today and knows that the matter at hand was of progress, respect and mutual gain. Today is not to cast stones, throw shade or grab the pitch forks. While we understand and appreciate anger as a part of grief and embrace grief while we demand growth. We need to harness that raw energy and emotion into a creative and productive outlet for you all, the people in this room and the people that could not be present.
First we would like to honor Scott's life and the actions that led to his death. Those actions are the sort that brings our involvement here today as Scott decided to take action, actions that saved the lives of innocent and unknown civilians; actions that gravely cost him his life and robbed his family and loved ones of such a beacon of light, love and friendship. He asked that everyone stand for a moment of silence to remember his life and mourn for those that loved him and the ones that never had the opportunity to.
Part of the rich image and brand of Savannah is that of the "Hostess City" then all of those in the service industry of our city are recognized as trade ambassadors; a trade that does or has employed 1 in 7 people in this City. Our elected have a role that encompasses so much in such broad strokes, but the narrow focus is representation to, for and of the citizens and visitors, one you do not take lightly. Today is a day to say power shared is power gained and that your strongest resource is here in this room, your active and engaged citizenry. While many moves aimed at crime and poverty reduction have taken hold, with much more on the horizon there arises a larger need and demand of the group here to create and codify action.
Some of the aims of today are simple and some are long lasting. We need to encourage a greater buy in from the County government as a stakeholder of the police to guide and direct shared resources, while being cognizant that those resources when shared are good for the City and equally good for the County.
Desire establishment of a "Bar Beat" which codifies a relationship between the Savannah service industry stakeholders and their employees to a dedicated and detailed cadre of officers that outside of regional precinct jurisdiction create relationships for the long-term safety of the employees, police and citizenry. We need to alleviate the fear of employees and owners that notifying and calling the police of dangers they may see present in or outside of their establishment out of fear to ping against their liquor license. Whereas that should be consistent with a mature and responsible business community and their employees recognizing the police as a tool, and consistent with the police motto of "see something, say something".
There has been much desire for street closures that occur during large scale events beyond just St. Patrick's Day, possibly between Congress and Saint Julian Streets. Not only does this create a safer environment for patrons and pedestrians but allows greater control by the force to monitor and protect the public. We have an instance where an individual felt comfortable enough on July 4th amidst a crowd of thousands to drive up and fire into a group of people. The cost associated will be with new initiatives but what cannot be measured is the return on investment that may occur as revenue increases from the increase in tourism from a renewed sense of safety.
Lastly, a service industry task force advocacy group between some of the parties present the Mayor's Office, Council and the Public Safety officials that creates a public to private partnership that meets at least quarterly to not only address these current issues but those yet present themselves. An institutional norm that codifies not only needs and advocacy but provides pathways to organic success in the name of safety and growth.
To return to the matter at hand, this group has the ability to memorialize Scott's life and memory with not only the lives he saved but with countless names, faces and voices that through direct action of this Council and City Manager will never hopefully be put in such a dangerous and dire situation. Scott's legacy will be of love and action, love of others and actions to protect. Join us in taking these and other actions that this group said in his name will create a legacy not only to protect the employees of Downtown, the service industry but the people that come to enjoy our City.
Respectfully, Fraternally and Gratefully
Every concerned member of this our community.
Moreover in lasting and loving memory and gratitude to Scott.
Pastor Matthew Southall Brown, Jr. appeared stating he has experience working with at risk youth and offered his support. He suggested bringing the gangs together in a forum and talking to them face to face. He stated issues cannot be solved without face to face communication. He continued stating the youth are lost and desire love.
Lafayette Webber a resident of Jasper County appeared stating he believes the City of Savnnah needs to seriously consider banning guns on the streets. He stated violators should be given a ten year sentence.
Joe Wenum, Thomas Square resident appeared stating he is furious about the events that occurred in Downtown Savannah. He stated he along with other residents in the area are out trying to help. He wants Council to take more responsiblility for the crime that is occurring in the City. He expressed his concerns with the SCMPD and their lack of support for their neighborhood.
Allison Spencer a rape survivor appeared asking Council to fund the Special Victim Unit (SVU) as it is severely under funded. She expressed her concerns with the unit being under staffed. She stated her case has been sitting untouched for over a year.
Melissa Swanson, Owner of The Rail Pub appeared in support of street closings, barracades. She stated Council has plans in place and is asking that they use the plans and utilize the business owners for support and input.
Rev. Leonard Smalls, Litway Baptist Church Pastor appeared stating he is an ex offender and functioned as a thug in the City and believes he can assist the City with it's needs as it relates to violent crimes. He stated he gave a proposal to Chief Lumpkin 2 years ago that he feels could help with the issues. He concluded stating he is an activist in the community and although it is hard to embrace him at times he wants to help.
Approved upon motion of Alderman Bell, seconded by Alderman Shabazz, and unanimously carried.
Approved upon motion of Alderman Bell, seconded by Alderman Shabazz, and unanimously carried.
A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND ALDERMEN OF THE CITY OF SAVANNAH AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AFFIDAVIT OF EXECUTIVE SESSION.
BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Aldermen of the City of Savannah as follows:
At the meeting held on the 6th day of July, 2017 the Council entered into a closed session for the purpose of discussing Litigation and Real Estate. At the close of the discussions upon this subject, the Council reentered into open session and herewith takes the following action in open session:
- The actions of Council and the discussions of the same regarding the matter set forth for the closed session purposes are hereby ratified;
- Each member of this body does hereby confirms that to the best of his or her knowledge, the subject matter of the closed session was devoted to matters within the specific relevant exception(s) as set forth above;
- The presiding officer is hereby authorized and directed to execute an affidavit, with full support of the Council in order to comply with O.C.G.A. §50-14-4(b); 17
- The affidavit shall be included and filed with the official minutes of the meeting and shall be in a form as required by the statute.
ADOPTED AND APPROVED: JULY 6, 2017 upon motin of Alderman Bell, seconded by Alderman Shabazz, and unanimously carried.
Alderman Miller introduced Dr. Jennifer Frum, Interim President of Armstrong State University. Dr. Frum will be the 8th President of the University. She was accompanied by Regent Don Waters. Dr. Frum thanked Mayor DeLoach and Council for inviting her and welcoming her with open arms.
Heath Lloyd, Interim Revenue Director appeared stating there are some concerns from the residents and the City has been looking into them. Staff held a meeting with the owner and discussed many of the concerns that will be heard today. He stated what staff and the residents need to work on is a commitment not to do anything at that location.
Rev. Leonard Smalls, Litway Missionary Baptist Church Pastor appeared stating he lives in the area where the proposed establishment will be. He stated the location is too close to St. Peters Baptist Church that is in the neighborhood.
Betty Jones, Feiler Park Neighborhood Association President appeared in opposition of the establishment being in the neighborhood. She stated the residents are in agreement that there are currently more than enough alcohol selling establishments in the neighborhood and adding another would not help with the crime, blight or loitering that currently exist.
Elleree Peters, Assistant Pastor of St. Peters Baptist Church appeared stating she spoke with Mr. Patel and seems to be a wonderful gentleman. She stated Mr. Patel told her that if the community did not support him having a business in the community that he would not open the establishment. There are currently five alcohol selling establishments in the areas and if this one opens there will be one in each block. She concluded stating she is representing mothers, the elderly and families in the area who want to live and worship in a neighborhood that is free of crime and loitering.
Curtis Bellemon appeared stating he came before Council a month ago and asked that they deny the approval of an alcohol license which they did not do. He stated he is back today with the same request because on July 4th when he went out to his property there was loitering, drinking and drug use in front of the establishment. He stated he called the police and they witnessed the activities occurring in front of a "no loitering" sign and did nothing.
Nikhil Patel, owner of the proposed establishment appeared stating he has made improvements to the building and is trying to build a standard for the location. He stated he wants to be a part of the neighborhood and wants to present the new location in a manner that will be beneficial to not only himself but the community.
Alderman Shabazz stated she stands with her constituents and is opposed to the establishment opening in her district. She asked Attorney Stillwell to look into the State law that was mentioned by Rev. Smalls as it relates to the distance between the church and the proposed establishment.
Hearing closed upon motion of Alderman Shabazz, seconded by Alderman Miller, and unanimously carried.
Continued to the meeting of July 20, 2017 upon motion of Alderman Shabazz, seconded by Alderman Johnson, and unanimously carried.
Marcus Lotson, Metropolitan Planning Commission appeared to briefly describe the petitioner's reqest.
Hearing closed upon motion of Alderman Durrence, seconded by Alderman Miller, and unanimously carried.
Approved upon motion of Alderman Durrence, seconded by Alderman Miller, and unanimously carried.
Hearing closed upon motion of Alderman Durrence, seconded by Alderman Miller, and unanimously carried.
Approved upon motion of Alderman Durrence, seconded by Alderman Miller, and unanimously carried.
Marcus Lotson, Metropolitan Planning Commission appeared to briefly describe the petitioner's request.
Attorney Stillwell stated Council asked staff to look into the area in which large hotels could be built in the Historic District and surrounding areas and passed a stay for a 6 month period and asked that Council come up with a long term solution. Staff asked the MPC to do a review of the matter which was done but in a deeper scope than anticipated. Many questions and concerns were expressed by developers and hotel owners and meetings were held to discuss the concerns and the MPC draft. An agreement was made subject to Council's approval.
Harold Yellin appeared stating they are prepared for the continuance of the item and stated they are comfortable with it being heard again in four weeks. He stated it is clear the text amendment was defeated 9 to 1 by the MPC because there was no involvement with the stakeholders. Meetings have been held since then that have included the community and stakeholders and there was a consensus that a new ordinance would be appropriate just not the one proposed. He concluded stating this is a large property and they want to get it right the first time rather than approve something that will change.
Hearing closed upon motion of Alderman Foster, seconded by Alderman Miller, and unanimously carried.
Alderman Foster made the following motion which was seconded by Alderman Durrence and unanimously carried:
To approve the amendment to the zoning ordinance concerning hotels which was considered by the MPC with the following changes:
1. The definition for "Hotel, Small" will be a hotel containing not more than 55-74 rooms
2. The definition for "Hotel, Large" will be a hotel containing more than 55-74 rooms
3. The use "Hotel, Small" will be allowed in all zoning districts where hotels are currently allowed
4. The use "Hotel, Large" will only be allowed in the zoning districts in the more commercial districts of the downtown. These areas are listed in the MPC staff report. The City Manager may recommend changes in these zones at the August 3, 2017 meeting, prior to adoption of the ordinance implementing these changes.
5. All provisions implementing changes in parking requirements will be removed
6. All changes implementing changes in the rules for addition of bonus stories will be removed
7. Prior to the August 3, 2017 meeting, the City Manager shall prepare a recommendation to Council concerning the appropriate definition of "Hotel-Small," and the Council will determine the definition which will be contained in the ordinance to be adopted by Council. The City Attorney will prepare a draft of this ordinance for consideration at the August 3, 2017 meeting.
No Action Required
Ordinance read for the first time in Council July 6, 2017, then by unanimous consent of Council read a second time, placed upon its passage, adopted and approved upon a motion by Alderman Durrence, seconded by Alderman Miller, and unanimously carried.
Bridget Lidy, Tourism, Management and Ambassadorship Director presented a PowerPoint Presentation to describe the process and proposed changes.
Jason Combs appeared stating he and Clinton Edminster who are both board members of the Thomas Square Neighborhood Association were at the table for many of these discussions. The expansion of this use was a condition of their participation and it has to be considered because if it is written in the TN-2 zoning classification that is where many of the areas that are currently R-4 will be if the new zoning goes forward which means the owner occupied provision that is currently in the ordinance will be expanded to other areas.
Patrick Connell appeared stating he hopes the people that are involved in the process on both sides do not get lost. They have tried to come to the table and ask the hard questions to help solve some of the problems that are created by others however, there is still a major issue as it relates to the requirement of everything having to be owner occupied. If this is made a part of the ordinance it will put many of the business owners out of order. He concluded asking that this be reconsidered.
Bates Lovett appeared representing the Downtown Neighborhood Association stating the residents are not anti short term vacation rental rather they are pro neighbors. The neighborhoods want neighbors and not non occupied short term vacation rentals.
Matthew Hallett appeared stating tourists in short term vacation rentals are good for Savannah but not at the expense of actual residents. His concern is that the balance is tipping and neighborhoods are turning into transient areas and he would like to see more neighbors.
Linda King, Savannah Area Realtors President appeared stating some of their concerns are the failure to enforce existing regulations, any requirement to register residential rental property and the lack of any fair housing considerations. She concluded stating they oppose the moratorium.
Kim Goode Savannah Area Realtors Vice President appeared stating the 90 day moratorium on short term residential properties is a disservice to property owners who may be under contract with the STVR purchasers and gives an unfair advantage to current STVR holders.
Lou Phelps, Parkside Resident appeared stating a huge portion of Downtown residents are renters and property owners do not live in the homes. She stated although the property owners will be notified the actual residents who will see the individuals renting the STVR's are the people who live and reside in the neighborhoods. She asked that this be considered in the enforcement process.
Robert McCorkle appeared stating ordinances are supposed to be rationally based and reasonably supported. He asked what about what is being recommended to the existing ordinance is rationally based as there is no evidence of any of the issues that have been stated during the meeting. There are issues surrounding STVR's but not to the extent being presented. He asked that the staff recommendations be approved and that STVR's not be put in an owner occupied situation.
Curtis Bellemont appeared stating he owns a one bedroom, one bathroom STVR and doesn't think applying the moratorium to areas other than Downtown is beneficial to STVR owners. He has taken blighted properties off the market and turned them into homes that he has sold because he loves the City and wants to help make the City better.
Ardis Wood appeared in opposition of the many STVR's.
William Claiborne appeared representing Southern Belle Vacation Rentals stating bad apples are the issues that are spoiling the rights of owners. He is opposed to Council taking away the property rights of owners instead of making decisions based on rational data.
Jonathan Kurdys appeared to express his concern about the proposed changes to the STVR ordinance. He stated they live and raise their family Downtown and support the current ordinance as written. They feel they have been blind sighted by the proposed changes and do not feel like they were properly notified of the process or changes, the process of input was unfair and he does not feel the voice of STVR owners have been heard.
Chassidy Malloy appeared asking that STVR's be limited in Savannah.
Bill Miltiades appeared to express his concerns about the restrictions trying to be imposed on the STVR's.
Marcia Thompson appeared in support of STVR's, she stated she has long term renters as well as short term renters and has never had an issue.
Corey Jones, Lucky Savannah appeared stating this has been the most engaged process he has ever been a part of, which started with fear but ended with hope. However, after hearing presentations today he is now in fear again. His biggest concern is a moratorium and going back to the original document that did not include the input of the community. He concluded stating this solution is creating more problems.
Chris Donegan appeared in opposition of the proposed changes stating this should be about the fabric of the City and what is to be portrayed. Downtown owners take a vigilant approach and are actively involved in what goes on in their community.
Walt Freeman, Southern Belle Vacation Rentals and Real Estate Company appeared stating he is in favor of the 35% cap. He stated they take a beating on a day to day basis from the City and homeowners but still stick up for everyone and try to do what they can.
Michael Jarrett appeared in opposition of the proposed changes stating they are bankrupting him. He stated his properties were non owner occupied before he bought them and a blight on the community before he changed them into beautiful vacation rentals, which generates over $700,000 in the City of Savannah which is in turn spent in the City.
Alderman Hall asked why is there a need for the owner occupied provision and he is a firm believer if something isn't broke don't try to fix it.
Alderman Foster asked Ms. Lidy to explain the proposals as it relates to the owner occupied provisions and the capping. Ms. Lidy stated there was not a consensus on the owner occupied provision suggestion therefore, staff decided to use the capping provision that other communities use as a way to manage the growth of STVR's. Staff is recommending a 20% cap per ward.
Mayor DeLoach stated he wants a City that is owner occupied and not majority vacation rentals and he is siding with the residents.
City Manager Hernandez stated a good faith effort was made to reach everyone that would be involved in this process as there were many public meetings held to keep the citizens and stakeholders notified of this process.
Alderman Durrence made a motion which was seconded by Alderman Johnson and unanimously carried to approve the short term vacation rental report with the following change that caps will be measured against residential properties instead of the total number of P.I.N.'s
Alderman Durrence stated in light of the time it will take for the vacation rental ordinance to get back to Council he recommended approval of the 90 day stay until the amendment is received from the Metropolitan Planning Commission. The motion died for lack of a second.
Alderman Durrence made a motion to deny the request, which was seconded by Alderman Miller, and unanimously carried.
Approved upon motion of Alderman Johnson, seconded by Alderman Miller, and unanimously carried.
Approved upon motion of Alderman Johnson, seconded by Alderman Miller, and unanimously carried.
Alderman Bell was out of the room for this vote.
Approved upon motion of Alderman Johnson, seconded by Alderman Miller, and unanimously carried.
Alderman Bell was out of the room for this vote.
Approved upon motion of Alderman Johnson, seconded by Alderman Miller, and unanimously carried.
Alderman Bell was out of the room for this vote.
Approved upon motion of Alderman Johnson, seconded by Alderman Miller, and unanimously carried.
Alderman Bell was out of the room for this vote.
Approved upon motion of Alderman Johnson, seconded by Alderman Miller, and unanimously carried.
Alderman Bell was out of the room for this vote.
Alderman Miller stated the City has an aged system that is deteriorating and wants the citizens to know what is being done.
Approved upon motion of Alderman Miller, seconded by Alderman Johnson, and unanimously carried.
Alderman Bell was out of the room for this vote.
Continued to the meeting of July 20, 2017, upon motion of Alderman Johnson, seconded by Alderman Foster, and unanimously carried.
Alderman Bell was out of the room for this vote.
Approved upon motion of Alderman Johnson, seconded by Alderman Miller, and unanimously carried.
Alderman Bell was out of the room for this vote.
Approved upon motion of Alderman Miller, seconded by Alderman Foster, and unanimously carried.
Approved upon motion of Alderman Hall, seconded by Alderman Shabazz, and unanimously carried.
Approved upon motion of Alderman Miller, seconded by Alderman Foster, and unanimously carried.
Approved upon motion of Alderman Shabazz, seconded by Alderman Miller, and unanimously carried.
Approved upon motion of Alderman Miller, seconded by Alderman Hall, and unanimously carried.
Approved upon motion of Alderman Johnson, seconded by Alderman Durrence, and unanimously carried.
Approved upon motion of Alderman Miller, seconded by Alderman Bell, and unanimously carried.
Approved upon motion of Alderman Bell, seconded by Alderman Hall, and unanimously carried.
Alderman Shabazz recused herself.
Approved upon motion of Alderman Johnson, seconded by Alderman Shabazz, and unanimously carried.
Approved upon motion of Alderman Bell, seconded by Alderman Hall, and unanimously carried.
Approved upon motion of Alderman Miller, seconded by Alderman Foster, and unanimously carried.
Approved upon motion of Alderman Miller, seconded by Alderman Foster, and unanimously carried.
Alderman Johnson recused himself and left the room.
Approved upon motion of Alderman Johnson, seconded by Alderman Miller, and unanimously carried.
Alderman Bell was out of the room for this vote
Approved upon motion of Alderman Johnson, seconded by Alderman Miller, and unanimously carried.
Alderman Bell was out of the room for this vote.
Alderman Hall recused himself.
SAVANNAH AIRPORT COMMISSION - One (1) appointment
Steve Green
CULTURAL AFFAIRS COMMISSION – Twelve (12) appointments
Lisa Clark
Barbara Essig
Darren Bagley-Heath
Andrea Hall-Houston
Patrick Kelsey
Kareem McMichael
Sue Ruby
Janice James
Linda Wilder-Bryan
Linda Evans
Rebecca Gaston-Dawson
Tanet Taharka-Myers
PARK & TREE COMMISSION – Five (5) appointments
Dolores Dyson Engle
Ronald Melander
Phillip Perrone
Audrey Platt
Sean Mannion
PILOTAGE COMMISSION – Two (2) appointments
Benjamin Bryan
Lux Lakshman
ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY AUTHORITY – One (1) appointment
Rebecca Elias
SAVANNAH-CHATHAM COUNCIL OF DISABILITY ISSUES – Seven (7) appointments
Anika Futch
Carol Stemsrud
Chasity Fortson
Dotti Black
Duane Bartels
Neil Ligon
Rebecca Dayoub
SAVANNAH RECREATION COMMISSION – Eight (8) appointments
Lemuel Campbell, Sr.
Albert Clarke, Jr.
Doris (Stewart) Liggins
Brent Buice
Herbert Baker
Stanley Mosley
Thomas Pace
Pamela Jones
DOWNTOWN SAVANNAH AUTHORITY – One (1) appointment
Christian Steinmetz, III
TRAFFIC CALMING – Three (3) appointments
Danielle Paul
Marsha Buford
Susan Atkinson
CHATHAM-SAVANNAH AUTHORITY FOR THE HOMELESS – One (1) appointment
Angela Grant
UNITED WAY BOARD OF TRUSTEES – One (1) appointment
Alderman Carol Bell
Approved upon motion of Alderman Johnson, seconded by Alderman Miller, and unanimously carried.
Alderman Bell was out of the room for this vote.
There being no further business, Mayor DeLoach declared this meeting of Council adjourned.
