City of Savannah
City Council Regular Meeting
AGENDA
Thursday, May 25, 2023 - 6:30 p.m.
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 |
| 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 |
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| Joseph A. Melder, City Manager |
| Mark Massey, City Clerk |
| R. Bates Lovett, City Attorney |
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NOTE TO AUDIENCE
Meeting will begin at 6:30p.m.
PUBLIC COMMENTS ARE NOW ACCEPTED
Please limit comments to 2 minutes.
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May 25, 2023 City Council Regular Meeting
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CALL TO ORDER
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INVOCATION
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PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
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APPROVAL OF AGENDA
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1. Adoption of the Regular Meeting Agenda for May 25, 2023.
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APPROVAL OF MINUTES
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2. Approval of the Minutes for the Work Session and City Manager's Briefing Held on May 11, 2023, at 12:00 p.m.
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Exhibit 1: Draft Minutes - May 11, 2023 City Council Workshop.pdf
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3. Approval of the Minutes for the Regular Meeting Held on May 11, 2023, at 2:00 p.m.
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Exhibit 1: Draft Minutes - May 11, 2023 City Council Regular Meeting.pdf
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ORGANIZATIONAL ITEMS
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PRESENTATIONS
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4. A Proclamation Declaring the Month of May as National Historic Preservation Month. It is important to celebrate the role of historic preservation in our lives and the contributions made by dedicated individuals in helping to safeguard the tangible aspects of the heritage that has shaped us as a people.
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ALCOHOL LICENSE HEARINGS - (CITY MANAGER RECOMMENDS APPROVAL OF ALL ITEMS IN THIS SECTION UNLESS NOTED OTHERWISE)
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5. Approval of a Class C (Liquor, Beer, Wine) (By the Drink) Alcohol License with Sunday Sales to C. Ansley Williams for Boar's Head Grill and Tavern, a Restaurant, Located at 1 N. Lincoln Street Ramp Between East Bay and East River Streets in Aldermanic District 2.
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Exhibit 1: Checklist - Boar's Head Tavern & Grill.doc
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Exhibit 2: Density Map - Boar's Head Grill and Tavern.pdf
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Exhibit 3: Alcohol Reports - Boar's Head Grill and Tavern.pdf
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Exhibit 4: Measurement Report - Boar's Head Grill and Tavern.pdf
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Exhibit 5: Security Plan - Boar's Head Grill and Tavern.pdf
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PUBLIC HEARINGS
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ZONING HEARINGS
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6. Approval of a Zoning Text Amendment to Permit “Pharmacy for Medical Cannabis Dispensary or Medical Marijuana Dispensary” as a Limited and Special Use in Certain Zoning Districts. (File No. 22-003953-ZA)
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Exhibit 1: MPC Recommendation Packet (File No. 22-003953-ZA).pdf
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Exhibit 2: Extend Temporary Stay of Medicinal Cannabis for an Additional 180 Days dated October 13, 2022.pdf
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Exhibit 3: Revised Draft Ordinance for Medical Cannabis Dispensaries (File No. 22-003953-ZA) .pdf
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7. Approval of a Zoning Text Amendment for Bridget Lidy on Behalf of the Mayor and Aldermen of the City of Savannah to Revise Sections 4.1.7 Buidling Measurements, 8.7.2 Generally, 8.7.4 Accessory Dwelling Units, 8.7.5 Caretaker Dwelling Unit as well as 13.2 and 13.5 Definitions of the Zoning Ordinance. Citywide. (File No. 22-005883)
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Exhibit 1: MPC Recommendation for Accessory Dwelling Units (File No. 22-05883-ZA).pdf
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Exhibit 2: Draft Ordinance for ADUs (File No. 22-005883-ZA) .pdf
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8. Approval of a Zoning Text Amendment for Bridget Lidy on Behalf of the Mayor and Aldermen of the City of Savannah to Revise Section 3.2, Public Notice Procedures, to Comply with the Georgia Zoning Procedures Law. Citywide. (File No. 23-001583)
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Exhibit 1: MPC Recommendation for Public Notification (File No. 23-001583-ZA).pdf
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Exhibit 2: Georgia HB 1405.pdf
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Exhibit 3: Draft Ordinance for Public Notification (File No. 23-005813-ZA).pdf
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PETITIONS
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ORDINANCES - FIRST AND SECOND READING - (CITY MANAGER RECOMMENDS APPROVAL OF ALL ITEMS IN THIS SECTION UNLESS NOTED OTHERWISE)
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9. Approval of a Zoning Text Amendment to Permit “Pharmacy for Medical Cannabis Dispensary or Medical Marijuana Dispensary” as a Limited and Special Use in Certain Zoning Districts. (File No. 22-003953-ZA)
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Exhibit 1: MPC Recommendation Packet (File No. 22-003953-ZA).pdf
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Exhibit 2: Extend Temporary Stay of Medicinal Cannabis for an Additional 180 Days dated October 13, 2022.pdf
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Exhibit 3: Revised Draft Ordinance for Medical Cannabis Dispensaries (File No. 22-003953-ZA) .pdf
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10. Approval of a Zoning Text Amendment for Bridget Lidy on Behalf of the Mayor and Aldermen of the City of Savannah to Revise Sections 4.1.7 Buidling Measurements, 8.7.2 Generally, 8.7.4 Accessory Dwelling Units, 8.7.5 Caretaker Dwelling Unit as well as 13.2 and 13.5 Definitions of the Zoning Ordinance. Citywide. (File No. 22-005883)
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Exhibit 1: MPC Recommendation for Accessory Dwelling Units (File No. 22-05883-ZA).pdf
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Exhibit 2: Draft Ordinance for Accessory Dwelling Units (File No. 22-005883-ZA) .pdf
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11. Approval of a Zoning Text Amendment for Bridget Lidy on Behalf of the Mayor and Aldermen of the City of Savannah to Revise Section 3.2 Public Notice Procedures to Comply with the Georgia Zoning Procedures Law. Citywide. File No. 23-001583.
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Exhibit 1: MPC Recommendation for Public Notification (File No. 23-001583-ZA).pdf
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Exhibit 2: Georgia HB 1405.pdf
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Exhibit 3: Draft Ordinance for Public Notification (File No. 23-005813-ZA).pdf
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12. Approval to Amend Article E. 'Hotel Motel Tax' of the 2023 Revenue Ordinance to Adjust the Hotel Motel Tax Rate from Six Percent to Eight Percent and Establish an Effective Collection Date of September 1, 2023.
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Exhibit 1. Article E. Hotel Motel Tax
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Exhibit 2- Article E. Hotel Motel Tax TRACKED CHANGES
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ORDINANCES - FIRST READING
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ORDINANCES - SECOND READING - (CITY MANAGER RECOMMENDS APPROVAL OF ALL ITEMS IN THIS SECTION UNLESS NOTED OTHERWISE)
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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.)
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PURCHASING ITEMS - (CITY MANAGER RECOMMENDS APPROVAL OF ALL ITEMS IN THIS SECTION UNLESS NOTED OTHERWISE)
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13. Authorize the City Manager to Execute Contract Modification No. 1 for Energy Performance Owner's Representative Services with 2KB Energy Services in an Amount Not to Exceed $199,654. The modification covers the additional responsibilities related to the investment grade energy audit (IGEA) activities and the negotiation and execution of a GESPC, if pursued, specifically for water resources facilities. (Sustainability)
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Exhibit 1: Funding Verification - Energy Performance Owner's Rep.pdf
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Exhibit 2: Purchasing Notes - Energy Performance Owner's Rep.pdf
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14. Authorize the City Manager to Execute a Contract with Stantec Consulting Services, LLC in an Amount Not to Exceed $492,500. The contract will encompass a range of services, including environmental assessments of properties, development of cleanup plans, grant management support, and reporting. The geographic focus of this grant-funded project includes the area between Habersham and Pennsylvania Ave north of Victory Drive, portions of the 37th St. / Victory Drive corridor, and neighborhoods in the west side of Savannah along Bay Street. (Sustainability)
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Exhibit 1: Funding Verification - Environmental Consultant.pdf
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Exhibit 2: Purchasing Notes - Environmental Consultant.pdf
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15. Authorize the City Manager to Execute a Contract for Temporary Traffic Table Installation and Removal Services with SABE, Inc. (Primary)(LOCAL)(DBE) and AWP, Inc. (Secondary) in the Amount of $206,720. The Transportation Services Department will use this service in an effort to expedite the installation of temporary traffic calming devices on approved residential streets. (Transportation)
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Exhibit 1: Funding Verification - Traffic Table.pdf
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Exhibit 2: Purchasing Notes - Traffic Table.pdf
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16. Authorize the City Manager to Execute a Contract to Procure Various Playground Renovations, Multi-Station Play Structures, and Site Amenities with GameTime c/o Dominica Recreation Products, Inc. in an Amount Not to Exceed $539,024. This equipment will replace aging park and playground features at 21 playgrounds as part of the Recreation Reimagined Initiative. (Parks & Recreation)
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Exhibit 1: Funding Verification - Various Multi-Station Play Structures.pdf
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Exhibit 2: Purchasing Notes - Various Multi-Station Play Structures.pdf
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17. Authorize the City Manager to Execute a Contract for PLX PenLink Software from PenLink in the Amount of $57,371. PLX PenLink will allow for the capability to aggregate and analyze the digital evidence the Savannah Police Department captures from mobile devices, social media, and other third-party systems. (Innovation + Technology)
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Exhibit 1: Funding Verification - Penlink Software.pdf
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Exhibit 2: Purchasing Notes - Penlink Software.pdf
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18. Authorize the City Manager to Execute a Contract for Recorder's Court A/V Solution with NetPlanner Systems, Inc. (LOCAL) in the Amount of $340,905. The Recorder's Court will use this project to implement a robust, cloud-based, audio-video conferencing and recording solution to three courtrooms allowing multiple parties reliable remote access to court proceedings. (Innovation + Technology)
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Exhibit 1: Funding Verification - Recorders Court A/V Solution.pdf
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Exhibit 2: Purchasing Notes - Recorders Court A/V Solution.pdf
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19. Authorize the City Manager to Procure a Contract for New and Replacement Mobile Data Terminals (MDT) with Law and Order Technology, LLC in an Amount Not to Exceed $920,000. The mobile data terminals will provide the Savannah Police Department (SPD) and Savannah Fire Department (SFD) real time GPS locations and information for current tasks. (IT)
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Exhibit 1: Funding Verification - Mobile Data Terminals.pdf
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Exhibit 2: Purchasing Notes - Mobile Data Terminals.pdf
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20. Authorize the City Manager to Execute a Contract for Modernization of the Elevators in the Savannah Police Department (SPD) Headquarters Building with TK Elevator (LOCAL) in an Amount Not to Exceed $886,035. The scope of the contract encompasses various updates and enhancements to the elevators, including the controller, motor, governor, car, hoist way, doors, car fixtures, and pit. (Capital Projects)
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Exhibit 1: Funding Verification - SPD Elevators.pdf
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Exhibit 2: Purchasing Notes - SPD Elevators.pdf
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SAVANNAH AIRPORT COMMISSION
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21. Approval of Change Order No. 2 with Barnett Southern Corporation for the Southeast Quadrant Stormwater Drainage Improvements Project, in the Amount of $51,175.
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BOARD APPOINTMENTS
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RESOLUTIONS - (CITY MANAGER RECOMMENDS APPROVAL OF ALL ITEMS IN THIS SECTION UNLESS NOTED OTHERWISE)
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22. Approval of a Resolution to Authorize the City Manager to Execute the Hotel/Motel Excise Tax under O.C.G.A. 48-13-51(b) by Amending the City of Savannah's Hotel Motel Tax Rate from 6% to 8%; to Allow All Necessary Acts to Accomplish the Intent of this Resolution; and to Provide an Effective Date for the Execution of September 1, 2023.
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Exhibit 1. Hotel Motel Tax Resolution
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AGREEMENTS
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23. Approval of a Water & Sewer Agreement with Ann Street Property Owner, LLC for Kehoe Assemblage, a Development Consisting of a 215 Hotel Rooms, 232 Apartments and 2 Restaurants in the President Street Service Area in District 2.
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Exhibit 1 : Water & Sewer Agreement - Kehoe Assemblage.pdf
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24. Approval of a Water & Sewer Agreement with Godley Station Enterprises, LLC for Brookline Subdivision Phases 3 & 4. This is for a development consisting of 109 single family homes in the Godley West service area in District 1.
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Exhibit 1 : Water & Sewer Agreement - Brookline Subdivision Phases 3 & 4.pdf
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25. Approval of a Water & Sewer Agreement with Marion Lake Owner, LLC for Marion Lake, a Development Consisting of a 305 Unit Multi-family Development in the Godley West Service Area in District 1.
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Exhibit 1 : Water & Sewer Agreement - Marion Lake.pdf
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REAL ESTATE ITEMS - (CITY MANAGER RECOMMENDS APPROVAL OF ALL ITEMS IN THIS SECTION UNLESS NOTED OTHERWISE)
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26. Authorize the City Manager to Approve Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Effecting a Second Extension of Facilities Use Agreement with the Savannah-Chatham County Public School System Board of Education.
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Exhibit 1 - BOE IGA - Map Attachment.pdf
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Exhibit 3 - BOE IGA - Current Agreement.pdf
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Exhibit 2 - BOE IGA - MOU Modified Extension of Facilities Use Agreement Exp 5-31-2025.pdf
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CITY ATTORNEY ITEMS
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27. Settlement #1
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MISCELLANEOUS
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28. Added Item on 05/22 - Authorize the City Manager to Execute a Contract for Network Maintenance Services, Equipment, and Security Annual Renewal with Layer 3 Communications (LOCAL) in an Amount Not to Exceed $1,075,000. The Innovation+Technology Services Department will use the service for hardware and software maintenance for designated Juniper, Aruba, and Palo Alto Networks equipment. (IT)
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Exhibit 1: Funding Verification - Network Maintenance, Equipment, and Security.pdf
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Exhibit 2: Purchasing Notes - Network Maintenance, Equipment, and Security.pdf
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