City of Savannah


City Council Regular Meeting


AGENDA


Thursday, September 14, 2023 - 2:00 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
Joseph A. Melder, City Manager
Mark Massey, City Clerk
R. Bates Lovett, City Attorney
September 14, 2023 City Council Regular Meeting
CALL TO ORDER
INVOCATION
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
1. Adoption of the Regular Meeting Agenda for September 14, 2023.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
2. Approval of the Minutes for the Work Session and City Manager's Briefing Held on August 24, 2023, at 4:30 p.m.
Exhibit 1: DRAFT MINUTES_August 24, 2023 City Council Workshop.pdf
3. Approval of the Minutes for the Regular Meeting Held on August 24, 2023, at 6:30 p.m.
Exhibit 1: Draft Minutes - August 24, 2023 City Council Regular Meeting.pdf
ORGANIZATIONAL ITEMS
PRESENTATIONS
4. A Proclamation Recognizing September 15, 2023 - October 15, 2023 as Hispanic Heritage Month and Appearance by HOLA Savannah in Observance of National Hispanic Heritage Month. The City of Savannah honors and celebrates the contributions of Hispanic Americans in our history across the nation, as well as celebrating the contributions of Hispanic Americans who currently serve our communities here in Savannah.
5. Appearance By and Recognition of the City of Savannah Human Resources Staff in Recognition of Human Resources Professional Day.
6. Recognition of National Tradesmen Day and Appearance by City of Savannah Skilled Tradespeople. The City of Savannah takes great pride in its association with some of the most skilled tradespeople in the region, spanning various fields such as water and conveyance, stormwater management, building maintenance, fleet services, water treatment and supply, water reclamation, and countless others.
ALCOHOL LICENSE HEARINGS - (CITY MANAGER RECOMMENDS APPROVAL OF ALL ITEMS IN THIS SECTION UNLESS NOTED OTHERWISE)
7. Approval of a Class C (Beer, Wine) (By the Drink) Alcohol License with Sunday Sales and Class A (Beer, Wine) (Caterer) Alcohol License to Ryan Williamson for Strangebird, a Restaurant located at 1220 Barnard Street. The establishment is located between West Henry and West Duffy Streets in Aldermanic District 2.
Exhibit 1: Checklist - Strangebird.pdf
Exhibit 2: Density Map - Strangebird.pdf
Exhibit 3: Alcohol Reports - Strangebird.pdf
Exhibit 4: Measurement Report - Strangebird.pdf
Exhibit 5: Security Plan - Strangebird.pdf
8. Approval of a Class G (Wine) (Complimentary) (By the Drink) Alcohol License to Sydney Newsome for Syd Nichole, a Specialty Shop Located at 301 Passage Way Suite A-203. The establishment is located between Port and Pilot Streets in Aldermanic District 2.
Exhibit 1: Checklist - Syd Nichole.pdf
Exhibit 2: Density Map - Syd Nichole.pdf
Exhibit 3: Alcohol Reports - Syd Nichole.pdf
Exhibit 4: Measurement Report - Syd Nichole.pdf
Exhibit 5: Security Plan - Syd Nichole.pdf
9. Approval of a Class C (Beer, Liquor, and Wine) (By the Drink) Alcohol and a Class K (Beer, Liquor and Wine) (Transitional Permit) Alcohol License with Sunday Sales to Ruth Threatt for Sey Hey Restaurant and Lounge, a restaurant Located at 2505 Bull Street. The establishment is located between West 41st and West 42nd streets in Aldermanic District 2.
Exhibit 1: Checklist - Sey Hey.pdf
Exhibit 2: Density Map - Sey Hey.pdf
Exhibit 3: Alcohol Reports - Sey Hey.pdf
Exhibit 4: Measurement Report - Sey Hey.pdf
Exhibit 5: Security Plan - Sey Hey.pdf
Exhibit 6: Security Plan - Transitional Permit.pdf
10. Approval of a Class E (Beer, Wine) (By the Package) Alcohol License to ShivKumar Patel for 7-11 Minit Store, a Convenience Store Located at 3700 Waters Avenue. The establishment is located between East 53rd and East 54th Streets in Aldermanic District 3.
Exhibit 1: Checklist - 7-11 Minit Store.pdf
Exhibit 2: Density Map- 7-11 Minit Store.pdf
Exhibit 3: Alcohol Reports - 7-11 Minit Store.pdf
Exhibit 4: Measurement Report - 7-11 Minit Store.pdf
Exhibit 5: Security Plan - 7-11 Minit Store.pdf
PUBLIC HEARINGS
ZONING HEARINGS
11. Recommendations by the Historic Preservation Commission for a Text Amendment to the City of Savannah Zoning Ordinance Section 7.9, Victorian District Contributing Resources Map for 1001 Whitaker Street (20044 25001), 124 West Park Avenue (20044 24003), and 1015 Whitaker Street (20044 25002) which Are All Zoned TN-1 (Traditional Neighborhood-1). Aldermanic District 2 (File No. 23-003955-ZA). Recommend Denial.
Exhibit 1: Historic Preservation Commission Recommendation (File No. 23-003955-ZA).pdf
Exhibit 2: Map of Subject Properties.pdf
Exhibit 3: Photos of Subject Properties.pdf
12. Petition of Joshua Yellin on Behalf of Michael Condon, Vintage Home Restoration, LLC, for a Zoning Map Amendment of the 0.04-Acre Property Located at 222 West Duffy Street (PIN 20052 16013) from TN-1 (Traditional Neighborhood-1) to TC-1 (Traditional Commercial-1). Aldermanic District 2 (File No. 23-003454-ZA). [Continued from the August 24, 2023 Council Meeting at the Petitioner's Request]
Exhibit 1: MPC Recommendation Packet (File No. 23-003454-ZA).pdf
Exhibit 2: Maps for 222 West Duffy Street (File No. 23-003454-ZA).pdf
Exhibit 3: Site Visit for 222 West Duffy Street (File No. 23-003454-ZA).pdf
13. Petition of Joshua Yellin on Behalf of Michael Condon, Vintage Home Restoration, LLC, for a Special Use Permit with Conditions to Allow on Premises Consumption of Alcohol in Association with a Restaurant Located at 222 West Duffy Street (PIN 20052 16013). Aldermanic District 2 (File No. 23-003455-ZA). [Continued from the August 24, 2023 Council Meeting at the Petitioner's Request]
Exhibit 1: MPC Recommendation Packet (File No. 23-003455-ZA).pdf
Exhibit 2: Maps for 222 West Duffy Street (File No. 23-003454-ZA).pdf
Exhibit 3: Site Visit for 222 West Duffy Street (File No. 23-003454-ZA).pdf
14. Petition of Patrick Shay on Behalf of Live Oak Living, LLC, for a Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map Amendment Changing the Category from Residential Suburban Single Family to Traditional Commercial for the 0.18-Acre Property Located at 20 West 60th Street (PIN 20093 27003). Aldermanic District 5 (File No. 23-003919-ZA).
Exhibit 1: MPC Recommendation Packet (File No. 23-003919-ZA).pdf
Exhibit 2: Concepts for 4307 Bull Street.pdf
Exhibit 3: Site Plan for 20 West 60th Street (File No. 23-003919-ZA).pdf
Exhibit 4: Draft Traffic Engineering Study for 4307 Bull Street.pdf
15. Petition of Patrick Shay on Behalf of Live Oak Living, LLC, for a Zoning Map Amendment to Rezone 20 West 60th Street from RTF (Residential Two-family) to TC-1 (Traditional Commercial -1) with Conditions. Aldermanic District 5 (File No. 23-003824-ZA).
Exhibit 1: MPC Recommendation for 20 West 60th Street (File No. 23-003824-ZA).pdf
Exhibit 2: Concepts for 4307 Bull Street.pdf
Exhibit 3: Site Plan for 20 W. 60th Street (File No. 23-003824-ZA).pdf
Exhibit 4: Draft Traffic Engineering Study for 4307 Bull Street.pdf
16. Petition of Dolly Chisolm, Agent, on Behalf of Christian Sottile, Property Owner, and Ralston College on Behalf of Pelican Funds, LLC, Petitioner, for a Special Use Permit with Conditions to Establish an Educational Building Used by a College, University, or Seminary for the 0.13-acre Property at 115 West Bolton Street (PIN 20044 18001). Aldermanic District 2 (File No. 23-003820-ZA).
Exhibit 1: MPC Recommendation for 115 West Bolton Street (File No. 23-003820-ZA).pdf
Exhibit 2: Maps for 115 West Bolton Street (File No. 23-003820-ZA).pdf
Exhibit 3: Site Visit for 115 West Bolton Street (File No. 23-003820-ZA).pdf
Exhibit 4: Zoning Confirmation Letter for 115 West Bolton Street (23-003820-ZA).pdf
17. Petition of Russell Goeken on Behalf of Habersham Development, LLC, for a Special Use Permit with Conditions to Establish Accessory Alcohol Sales within a Restaurant for the 0.06-Acre Property Located at 3129 Bull Street (20088 03001). Aldermanic District 5 (File No. 23-003790-ZA).
Exhibit 1: MPC Recommendation for 3129 Bull Street (File No. 23-003790-ZA).pdf
Exhibit 2: Maps for 3129 Bull Street (File No. 23-003790-ZA).pdf
PETITIONS
18. Approval of an Honorary Street Designation for "Coach Ronald Booker Way' Located on Hopkins Street between Victory Drive and West 48th Street.
Exhibit 1: Coach Ronald Booker Way Petition
ORDINANCES - FIRST AND SECOND READING - (CITY MANAGER RECOMMENDS APPROVAL OF ALL ITEMS IN THIS SECTION UNLESS NOTED OTHERWISE)
19. Recommendations by the Historic Preservation Commission for a Text Amendment to the City of Savannah Zoning Ordinance Section 7.9, Victorian District Contributing Resources Map for 1001 Whitaker Street (20044 25001), 124 West Park Avenue (20044 24003) and 1015 Whitaker Street (20044 25002) which Are All zoned TN-1 (Traditional Neighborhood-1). Aldermanic District 2 (File No. 23-003955-ZA). Recommend Denial.
Exhibit 1: Historic Preservation Commission Recommendation (File No. 23-003955-ZA).pdf
Exhibit 2: Map of Subject Properties.pdf
Exhibit 3: Photos of Subject Properties.pdf
20. Petition of Joshua Yellin on Behalf of Michael Condon, Vintage Home Restoration, LLC, for a Zoning Map Amendment of the 0.04-Acre Property Located at 222 West Duffy Street (PIN 20052 16013) from TN-1 (Traditional Neighborhood-1) to TC-1 (Traditional Commercial-1). Aldermanic District 2 (File No. 23-003454-ZA). [Continued from the August 24, 2023 Council Meeting at the Petitioner's Request]
Exhibit 1: MPC Recommendation Packet (File No. 23-003454-ZA).pdf
Exhibit 2: Maps for 222 West Duffy Street (File No. 23-003454-ZA).pdf
Exhibit 3: Site Visit for 222 West Duffy Street (File No. 23-003454-ZA).pdf
21. Petition of Patrick Shay on Behalf of Live Oak Living, LLC, for a Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map Amendment Changing the Category from Residential Suburban Single Family to Traditional Commercial for the 0.18-acre Property Located at 20 W. 60th Street (PIN 20093 27003). Aldermanic District 5 (File No. 23-003919-ZA).
Exhibit 1: MPC Recommendation Packet for 20 W. 60th Street (File No. 23-003919-ZA).pdf
Exhibit Concepts for 4307 Bull Street.pdf
Exhibit 3 Site Plan for 20 W. 60th Street (File No. 23-003919-ZA).pdf
Exhibit 4: Draft Traffic Engineering Study for 4307 Bull Street.pdf
22. Petition of Patrick Shay on Behalf of Live Oak Living, LLC, for a Zoning Map Amendment to Rezone 20 West 60th Street from RTF (Residential Two-family) to TC-1 (Traditional Commercial -1) with Conditions. Aldermanic District 5 (File No. 23-003824-ZA).
Exhibit 1: MPC Recommendation for 20 West 60th Street (File No. 23-003824-ZA).pdf
Exhibit 2: Concepts for 4307 Bull Street.pdf
Exhibit 3: Site Plan for 20 W 60th Street (File No. 23-003824-ZA).pdf
Exhibit 4: Draft Traffic Engineering Study for 4307 Bull Street.pdf
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)
23. Authorize the City Manager to Execute Contract Modification No. 1 for Scrap Tire Disposal with Quality Tire Recycling, Inc. in the Amount of $55,000. This annual contract provides scrap tire disposal services for the following City locations: Dean Forest Road Landfill, Bacon Park Convenience Center, and Fleet Services.
Exhibit 1: Funding Verification - Scrap Tire Disposal.pdf
Exhibit 2: Purchasing Notes - Scrap Tire Disposal.pdf
24. Authorize the City Manager to Execute a Contract for Water and Sewer Manhole Adjustment with SamJay Services (LOCAL) in an Amount Not to Exceed $125,000. This service will be used to lower and raise water valve manholes, boxes, and sanitary sewer manholes on Victory Drive between Ogeechee Road and Downing Avenue. (Water & Sewer)
Exhibit 1: Funding Verification - Manhole Adjustment.pdf
Exhibit 2: Purchasing Notes - Manhole Adjustment.pdf
25. Authorize the City Manager to Execute a Contract Modification of Water, Sewer, and Stormwater Line Repair from Southern Champion Construction in an Amount Up to $2,000,000. The purpose of this increase is for labor and material service to support the successful operation of the City’s Water Resources Department’s infrastructure in compliance with regulatory guidelines.(Water & Sewer)
Exhibit 1: Funding Verification - Line Repair.pdf
Exhibit 2: Purchasing Notes - Line Repair.pdf
26. Authorize the City Manager to Execute a Contract for Circulatory Transit Services with Chatham Area Transit (LOCAL) in an Amount Not to Exceed $7,227,524. The transit services will provide public transportation within the City of Savannah's downtown area, Carver Village and Cloverdale to encourage public transportation to ease congestion of vehicle traffic. (Parking & Mobility)
Exhibit 1: Funding Verification- Circulator Service
Exhibit 2: Purchasing Note- Circulator Service
SAVANNAH AIRPORT COMMISSION
27. Approval of Amendment No. 3 to Task Order No. 3 with Pond & Company, for Redesign Fees Associated with the Air Cargo Facility Project, in the Amount of $1,541,319.
28. Approval to Purchase New Airfield Sign Panels from Allen Enterprises, in the Amount of $94,343.
29. Approval of Conde Nast Promotional Campaign Partnership with the Hilton Head Island – Bluffton Chamber of Commerce, in the Amount of $300,000.
BOARD APPOINTMENTS
RESOLUTIONS - (CITY MANAGER RECOMMENDS APPROVAL OF ALL ITEMS IN THIS SECTION UNLESS NOTED OTHERWISE)
30. Resolution Ratifying the Mayor’s August 29, 2023 Emergency Declaration.
Exhibit 1: Resolution Ratifying Mayor's Idalia Emergency Order.pdf
31. Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Submit the FY 2023 Continuum of Care (CoC) Application to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and to Enter into a Memorandum of Understanding and Grant Agreement with the Subrecipient, Chatham Savannah Authority for the Homeless, Inc., for Federal Assistance as the Project Sponsor.
Exhibit 1: Resolution Authorizing FY23 CoC Application.docx
AGREEMENTS
32. Approval of the Emergency Shelter Facilities License Agreement with St. Joseph's and Candler Hospitals.
Exhibit 1: Emergency Shelter Facilities License Agreement - Final.pdf
REAL ESTATE ITEMS - (CITY MANAGER RECOMMENDS APPROVAL OF ALL ITEMS IN THIS SECTION UNLESS NOTED OTHERWISE)
33. Authorize the City Manager to Execute Quitclaim Deeds to the Georgia Department of Transportation to Resolve Title Issues on Properties Along State Route 17-A.
Exhibit 1: Map - Parcels 8, 24, & 34.pdf
Exhibit 2: GDOT QCD Parcel 8 220385.09 Chatham OT Bridge Property - Final.pdf
Exhibit 3: GDOT QCD Parcel 24 2200385.09 Chatham OT Bridge Property - Final.pdf
Exhibit 4: GDOT QCD Parcel 34 2200385.09 Chatham OT Bridge Property - Final.pdf
34. Authorize the City Manager to Approve Quit Claim Deeds for Sewer Easement to Victory Drive Investors, LLC, and Victory Apartments Owner, LLC
Exhibit 1: Map - VDI Sewer Easement QCD.pdf
Exhibit 2: Survey - VCI Sewer-Easement QCD.pdf
Exhibit 3: QCD to VDI Sewer Easement.pdf
Exhibit 4: QCD to VOA - VDI Sewer Easement.pdf
35. Authorize the City Manager to Enter into a Partnership Agreement with the Galvan Foundation and Appropriate Up to $500,000 for the Acquisition and Renovation of the Kiah House Located at 505 W. 36th Street
Exhibit 1: Map & Street Scene - Kiah House.pdf
CITY ATTORNEY ITEMS
MISCELLANEOUS
36. (Added Item) Petition of John D. Northup III, Agent for Capital Development Partners, for a Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map (FLUM) Amendment from Residential - Suburban Single Family to Industry Light for ~52.86 Acres Located at 343 and 339 Buckhalter Road (10942 01003 & -01002A), 335 Buckhalter Road (10942 01002B), 331 Buckhalter Road (10942 01002C), 325 Buckhalter Road (10942 01002D), 323 Buckhalter Road (10942 01002F), 315 Buckhalter Road (10942 01002E), 309 Buckhalter Road (10942 01007 & -01008), and 311 Buckhalter Road (10942 01009). (File No. 23-002328-ZA). (Continued to the October 12, 2023, Council Meeting at the request of the petitioner.)
37. (Added Item) Petition of John D. Northrup III, Agent for Capital Development Partners, for a Zoning Map Amendment to Rezone ~52.86 Acres Located at 343 and 339 Buckhalter Road (10942 01003 & -01002A), 335 Buckhalter Road (10942 01002B), 331 Buckhalter Road (10942 01002C), 325 Buckhalter Road (10942 01002D), 323 Buckhalter Road (10942 01002F), 315 Buckhalter Road (10942 01002E), 309 Buckhalter Road (10942 01007 & -01008), and 311 Buckhalter Road (10942 01009) from R-A-CO (Residential Agricultural) to IL (Light Industrial) with Conditions. (File No. 23-000304-ZA). (Continued to the October 12, 2023, Council Meeting at the request of the petitioner.)
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