MINUTES
COUNCIL OF COLUMBUS, GEORGIA
REGULAR MEETING
JULY 8, 2014

The regular meeting of the Council of Columbus, Georgia was called to order at 9:03 A.M., Tuesday, July 8, 2014, on the 2nd Floor of the Citizens Service Center, located at 3111 Citizens Way, Columbus, Georgia Honorable Teresa Tomlinson, Mayor, presiding.
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PRESENT: Present other than Mayor Teresa Tomlinson and Mayor Pro Tem Evelyn Turner Pugh were Councilors R. Gary Allen, Mike Baker, Berry Henderson, Charles E. McDaniel, Jr. and Judy W. Thomas. City Manager Isaiah Hugley, City Attorney Clifton Fay, Deputy Clerk of Council Sandra Davis and Administrative Secretary Lindsey Glisson were also present. Councilor Glenn Davis took his seat at 9:04 a.m., Councilor Jerry Barnes took his seat at 9:10 a.m. and Councilor Bruce Huff took his seat at 9:33 a.m.
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ABSENT: Councilor Evelyn Woodson was absent, but was officially excused upon the adoption of Resolution No. 225-14, respectively. Clerk of Council Tiny B. Washington was also absent.
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INVOCATION: Led by Rev. Reggie William– South Columbus United Methodist Church.
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PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Led by Puddle Jumpers.

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MINUTES: Minutes of the June 17, 2014 meeting of the Council of the Consolidated Government of Columbus, Georgia was submitted and approved upon the adoption of a motion made by Councilor Allen and seconded by Councilor Barnes, which carried unanimously by those seven members of Council present with Councilors Davis and Huff being absent for this vote and Councilor Woodson being absent from this meeting.
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CITY ATTORNEY’S AGENDA:

THE FOLLOWING ORDINANCE AMENDING THE TEXT OF THE UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT ORDINANCE WAS SUBMITTED AND ITS CAPTION READ BY CITY ATTORNEY FAY AND WAS DELAYED ON SECOND READING: _____ _________

An ordinance – Amending the text of the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) providing for the Manchester Expressway Overlay District.

Councilor Baker made a motion to delay the ordinance. Seconded by Councilor Barnes, which carried unanimously by those seven members of Council present for this meeting with Councilors Davis and Huff being absent for this vote and Councilor Woodson being absent from this meeting.
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THE FOLLOWING ORDINANCE WAS SUBMITTED AND ITS CAPTION READ BY CITY ATTORNEY FAY AND WAS APPROVED ON SECOND READING: __

An ordinance (14-37) - Property located at 1112 29th Street, is proposed for rezoning from RMF1 (Residential Multifamily 1) to RO (Residential Office) Zoning District. (Muscogee County School District, owner) (REZN-5-14-0996) The purpose of the rezoning is for multifamily apartments (senior apartments).

Councilor McDaniel moved adoption of the ordinance. Seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Tuner Pugh and carried unanimously by those eight members of Council present for this meeting with Councilor Huff being absent for this vote and Councilor Woodson being absent from this meeting. (Councilor Davis upon returning to his seat at the table requested that his vote be cast in the affirmative.)
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THE FOLLOWING ORDINANCE WAS SUBMITTED AND ITS CAPTION READ BY CITY ATTORNEY FAY AND WAS APPROVED ON SECOND READING:

An Ordinance (14-38) - Reclassifying two positions at the Columbus Civic Center, effective July 1, 2014; and for other purposes.

Councilor Henderson moved adoption of the ordinance. Seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Tuner Pugh and carried unanimously by those eight members of Council present for this meeting with Councilor Huff being absent for this vote and Councilor Woodson being absent from this meeting. (Councilor Davis upon returning to his seat at the table requested that his vote be cast in the affirmative.)
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THE FOLLOWING ORDINANCE WAS SUBMITTED AND ITS CAPTION READ BY CITY ATTORNEY FAY AND WAS INTRODUCED ON FIRST READING:

An ordinance - Changing the official street and tax maps of the Consolidated Government of Columbus, Georgia by declaring a segment of Levy Road to include right-of-way surplus from the northwest right-of-way line of Melrich Avenue northwest a distance of 660’ more or less; Declaring a segment of Elvan Avenue to include right-of-way surplus from the east right-of-way line of Victory Drive to the west line of Levy Road; and for other purposes.
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THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS ALSO SUBMITTED AND ITS CAPTION READ BY CITY ATTORNEY FAY AND ADOPTED BY THE COUNCIL: _____ _

An Resolution (211-14) - Opposing any effort to reduce the strength of Fort Benning, Georgia, the elimination of the 3rd Armor Brigade Combat Team or its movement from Fort Benning and urging all Columbus citizens and other interested persons to contact their congressional representatives and the U.S. Army Environmental Command to oppose any such action.

Mayor Tomlinson requested that staff put some information on CCG-TV to let the citizens know how to get in contact the public comment officer for this particular issue.

Councilor McDaniel moved adoption of the resolution. Seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Tuner Pugh and carried unanimously by those eight members of Council present for this meeting with Councilor Huff being absent for this vote and Councilor Woodson being absent from this meeting. (Councilor Davis upon returning to his seat at the table requested that his vote be cast in the affirmative.)
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THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS ALSO SUBMITTED AND ITS CAPTION READ BY CITY ATTORNEY FAY AND ADOPTED BY THE COUNCIL:

A Resolution (212-14) - Authorizing a hardship variance to waive the minimum street frontage requirement at 7827 Layfield Road, thereby relieving landlocked lots at this location. The current zoning classification is RE1 (Residential Estate 1) (Mitchell Watkins-owner)

Councilor McDaniel moved adoption of the resolution. Seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Tuner Pugh and carried unanimously by those eight members of Council present for this meeting with Councilor Huff being absent for this vote and Councilor Woodson being absent from this meeting. (Councilor Davis upon returning to his seat at the table requested that his vote be cast in the affirmative.)
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EXECUTIVE SESSION:

City Attorney Fay requested a brief executive session to discuss litigation.

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PUBLIC AGENDA:

MR. RICKET CARTER, RE: CITY, PUBLIC SAFETY AND RACISM IN CCG:

Mr. Ricket Carter, did not respond when called upon to speak before the members of Council. (See Below for his late arrival and comments.)
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MS. PAMELA PATE, RE: AN INVESTIGATION CONDUCTED BY LAW ENFORCEMENT AND BED BUG ISSUES AT COLUMBUS GARDENS APARTMENT COMPLEX:

Ms. Pamela Pate, did not respond when given the opportunity to speak before the members of Council.
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MS. NIKITA T. HAWKINS, REPRESENTING ORDER OF EASTER STAR RAVEN CHAPTER 1095, RE: THE FIRST ANNUAL HEALTH FAIR:

Ms. Nikita T. Hawkins, representing Order of Easter Star, Re: Raven Chapter 1095, approached the rostrum to announce the First Annual Health Fair. She then recognized Ms. Mattie Cohen who was seated in the audience. She invited everyone out to the Health Fair on July 12, 2014, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., located at 1200 Warren Williams Road and is free to the community.
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MR. RICKET CARTER, RE: CITY, PUBLIC SAFETY AND RACISM IN CCG:

At this time, Mayor Tomlinson recognized the presence of Mr. Carter, who was now seated in the audience.

Mr. Ricket Carter, approached the rostrum to speak on incidents involving Public Safety and young African Americans. He then recalled the incident where he had an encounter with Columbus Police Officers and mentioned some statements made by Police Officers in the Federal deposition.

Mayor Tomlinson provided some general information as a result of Mr. Carter’s litigation against the City with the case being thrown out of court. She added that Mr. Carter does owe the city monies for cost related to that litigation, which was fully reviewed by a court of law. She maintained that the City is unable to assist him further with this matter.

Mr. Carter then made some closing remarks before leaving the rostrum.
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CHAPLAIN PAUL VOORHEES, REPRESENTING CHAPLAIN PAUL VOORHEES MINISTRIES, INC., RE: SAFETY CONCERNS:

Chaplain Paul Voorhees, representing Chaplain Paul Voorhees Ministries, Inc., came before the Mayor and members of Council and first introduced Ms. Lakeisha Stringer.
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Note: Councilor Bruce Huff arrived at 9:33 a.m.
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Chaplain Voorhees expressed concerns with the criminal environment in the South Columbus area where the children are growing up. He spoke of the safety issues for the children now and recalling fond memories from his childhood when times were different growing up in South Columbus. He particularly expressed concerns with the mobile home areas where a lot of the crime is occurring.

Mayor Tomlinson asked Chaplain Voorhees for the areas or addresses of the mobile homes he is making reference to, because we are taking a look at mobile homes from a law enforcement and code enforcement standpoint.

Ms. Lakeisha Stringer added that we are available to provide assistance for South Columbus.
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BOXWOOD RECREATION CENTER:

Councilor Barnes recalled that with regards to the Boxwood Recreation Center, St. Thomas Episcopal Church has been partnering with the City in working with the children in the community and providing other programs. He announced that on July 19, 2014, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., they would be hosting an event and asking for volunteers to tutor the children.

Mr. Seth Brown- Crime Prevention Director, came forward to expound further on the positive activities that are happening at the Boxwood Recreation Center, as well as, the community support.

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CITY MANAGER’S AGENDA:

THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS SUBMITTED AND EXPLAINED BY CITY MANAGER HUGLEY AND WAS ADOPTED BY THE COUNCIL:

A Resolution (213-14) - Authorizing the City Manager to enter into an agreement with the Development Authority and Kemira Chemicals, Inc., to convey a 20 ft. wide and 196.88 ft. long sanitary sewer easement across Canal Street and other adjoining properties along Bull Creek as part of the Columbus East Industrial Park for maintenance of existing sanitary sewer facilities.

Mayor Pro Tem Turner Pugh moved adoption of the ordinance. Seconded by Councilor Allen and carried unanimously by those nine members of Council present with Councilor Woodson being absent from this meeting.
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THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS SUBMITTED AND EXPLAINED BY CITY MANAGER HUGLEY AND WAS ADOPTED BY THE COUNCIL:

A Resolution (214-14) - In support of the City participating in the establishment of a local Continuum of Care in accordance with the Homeless Assistance and Rapid Transition to Housing (HEARTH) Continuum of Care Program adopted in 24 CRF Part 578.

Deputy City Manager David Arrington approached the rostrum to explain the new rules outlined by the Federal Government for the City to come into compliance by the deadlines established.

Mayor Pro Tem Turner Pugh moved adoption of the ordinance. Seconded by Councilor Barnes and, after some additional comments, was carried unanimously by those nine members of Council present with Councilor Woodson being absent from this meeting.
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THE FOLLOWING TWO RESOLUTIONS WERE SUBMITTED AND EXPLAINED BY CITY MANAGER HUGLEY AND WERE ADOPTED BY THE COUNCIL PURSUANT TO THE ADOPTION OF A SINGLE MOTION MADE BY COUNCILOR MCDANIEL AND SECONDED BY COUNCILOR HUFF, WHICH CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY BY THOSE NINE MEMBERS OF COUNCIL PRESENT, WITH COUNCILOR WOODSON BEING ABSENT FOR THE MEETING:
A Resolution (215-14) - Authorizing a request for the acceptance of a donation in the amount of $250.00 from Macy’s “Heart Your Park” to be used for Cooper Creek Park.

A Resolution (216-14) - Authorizing a request for the acceptance of one Sunny Health and Fitness Indoor Cycling Bike and one Sunny Health and Fitness Magnetic Recumbent Bike that will be purchased and donated by members of Gallops Seniors Center.
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THE FOLLOWING SIX PURCHASING RESOLUTIONS, HAVING BEEN INCLUDED WITH THE CITY MANAGER’S AGENDA WERE SUBMITTED AND EXPLAINED BY CITY MANAGER HUGLEY AND ADOPTED BY THE COUNCIL PURSUANT TO THE ADOPTION OF A SINGLE MOTION MADE BY COUNCILOR MCDANIEL AND SECONDED BY MAYOR PRO TEM TURNER PUGH, WHICH CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY BY THOSE NINE MEMBERS OF COUNCIL PRESENT, WITH COUNCILOR WOODSON BEING ABSENT FOR THIS MEETING:

A Resolution (217-14) - Authorizing payment to Tyler Technologies (Dallas, TX) in the amount of $59,947.20 for annual software license maintenance for the Energov Software permitting system utilized by Inspections and Code; and the Energov Software Business License system utilized by the Finance Department’s Revenue Division. This maintenance payment will cover ongoing support for both systems from July 1, 2014 through June 30, 2015.

A Resolution (218-14) - Authorizing the execution of Change Order 1 with McMath-Turner Construction Company (Columbus, GA) in the amount of $137,653.45.

A Resolution (219-14) - Authorizing the execution of a construction contract with Alexander Contracting Company, Inc. (Fortson, GA) in the amount of $589,505.85 for roadway and drainage improvements for County Line Road.

A Resolution (220-14) - Authorizing the payment to Motorola Solutions (Atlanta, GA), in the amount of $157,505.16, for CAD/Mobile Data Terminal (MDT) hardware maintenance. This payment will cover the period from July 1, 2014 through June 30, 2015.

A Resolution (221-14) - Authorizing payment to Dataworks Plus, LLC, in the amount of $36,207.00, for the annual maintenance agreement for the mug shot system utilized at the jail. The maintenance period will be for one year, from August 1, 2014 through July 31, 2015.

A Resolution (222-14) - Authorizing the purchase of an upgrade to the IT Network at the Annex, from Netplicity (Greensboro, GA), in the amount of $56,138.50.


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DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY:

At the request of Councilor McDaniel, the tabulation vote for the Development Authority was called on as the next order of business. Deputy Clerk of Council Davis advised Council that there are two nominees for the seat of Dick Ellis, who is not eligible to succeed himself on the Development Authority of Columbus. She stated that Councilor Davis has nominated Ms. Jacki Lowe and Councilor Woodson has nominated Ms. Becca Hardin. A roll call vote resulted in a five to four inconclusive vote for action with Councilors Allen, Davis, Henderson, Huff and Thomas voting for Ms. Lowe and Mayor Pro Tem Turner Pugh and Councilors Baker, Barnes and McDaniel voting for Ms. Hardin with Councilor Woodson being absent from the meeting. This matter would be brought forth at the next business meeting.
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HEALTHCARE BENEFIT CONSULTANT – NORTHWESTERN (WORKING SPOUSE EXCLUSION):

Human Resources Director Reather Hollowell, came forward to recall that Council had asked for some additional information on the working spouse that has been excluded.

Ms. Kathy Showers- Northwestern Benefits, approached the rostrum to advise that the $1.18 million of net savings was arrived from reviewing a twelve-month period of claims incurred by spouses on the City’s medical plan taking in account there would be a loss of current surcharges and contributions that are being collected. She continued outlining this information using a power point presentation. (A copy of this presentation was not filed for the record.)
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Note: Councilor McDaniel left the meeting at approximately 10:03 p.m.
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In conclusion of the presentation, Ms. Showers and Mr. Phil Goldstein, also representing Northwestern Benefits, responded to various questions from the Mayor and the members of Council, as well as, the discussion on the introduction of additional options with regards to the working spouse. Internal Auditor John Redmond was asked to come forward to explain and describe a method of spreading the cost to allow the continuation in the healthcare plan for working spouses.

As a result of the information provided, the following referrals were made by the Mayor and members of Council and are listed below:

Provide information on all options available to cover the spousal cost. (Request of Councilor Davis)
Provide a copy of the information, suggestions, as well as the options presented by Internal Auditor John Redmond with regards to the working spouse coverage. (Request of Councilor Allen)

Provide a report outlining the affects these options would have on the other plans. (Request of Mayor Tomlinson)

Human Resources Director Hollowell reminded everyone of what has been adopted by Council that passes additional cost in the form of premiums on to the employees in the amount of $4.5 million; this would take effect January 1, 2015. She explained that as there are discussions on spreading the $1.1 million cost among the employees, it would be on top of what the premiums already are and would be increased as of January 1st. She explained other increases that would be incurred by the employees in January. She then displayed a worksheet that shows the Health Plan Premiums and Health Plan Levels as of January 1, 2015.

Mayor Tomlinson requested that Human Resources Director Hollowell provide the worksheet with the Health Plan Premiums and Health Plan Benefit Levels that will be effective as of January 1, 2015 to the Council via email and/or mail packets.

Using the scenario provided by Internal Auditor Redmond, Ms. Showers provided the calculation for achieving the $1.18 million savings by spreading the cost for working spouses among all 1042 spouses with the monthly surcharge being $109.08 and if spread among all employees the amount would be $44.96.

After Ms. Showers and Mr. Goldstein from Northwestern Benefit made some closing remarks, this matter was then concluded.
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REFERRALS:

At this time, the following referrals were made by the Mayor and members of Council and are provided as follows:
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DILLINGHAM STREET BRIDGE BIKE LANES:
Due to an article in the Columbus Ledger-Enquirer on the safety concerns of citizens for the bicycle lane on the Dillingham Street Bridge, there was a request for information on what has and what is going to be done to handle this issue. It was also suggested that staff have discussions with experienced bicyclists and to drive on the bridge while bicyclists are present so that they may get a full idea of the safety issue. (Request of Councilor Thomas)

In addition, have staff to look into 10- foot lanes and protected lanes, as well as, check with other cities that have implemented these and how has it worked for them. (Request of Mayor Tomlinson)
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CIVIC CENTER:
Provide information/update on the status of the Civic Center’s Food and Beverage Contract with there being upcoming scheduled events. (Request of Councilor Thomas)
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FARR ROAD:
Have staff determine the date for which Farr Road is to be restriped due to citizens’ complaints on the safety of the road after they have been repaved. (Request of Councilor Huff)
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FARRFIELD MANOR:
There have been complaints on the trees and shrubbery surrounding the entrance to Farrfield Manor with motorist having limited vision exiting the manor. (Request of Councilor Huff)
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ABANDONED DWELLINGS:
Have staff provide the CCG policy on abandoned dwellings; particularly, in situations where the dwelling has drug activity occurring on the premises. (Request of Councilor Huff)
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INSPECTIONS & CODE ENFORCEMENT:
The article in the Columbus Ledger-Enquirer was brought up to Council and it was requested that the issue surrounding the Inspections & Code Enforcement employees be on the agenda for the July Council Work Session. (Request of Councilor Allen)
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18th AVENUE SPEED TABLES:

Mayor Tomlinson announced that the speed tables that were on 18th Avenue are going back in. She explained that the roadway is being repaved and citizens were concerned that the speed tables were removed. City Manager Hugley agreed with this statement.
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CLERK OF COUNCIL’S AGENDA:

DEPUTY CLERK OF COUNCIL DAVIS SUBMITTED THE FOLLOWING ITEMS AS INFORMATION FOR THE MAYOR & COUNCIL: _________________ _______________________________

(1) Application of Elizabeth Hurst to temporarily close the 1000 block of Broadway, on Friday, July 4, 2014, from 6:00 p.m. to midnight, in connection with the “First Friday Artwalk and Concert”.

(2) Application of Crystal Crawford to temporarily close Albion Way, from Fort Benning Road to the entrance of Columbus Housing Authority Property (Chapman Home), on Saturday, July 5, 2014, from 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., in connection with the “Kids Block Party”.

(3) Application of Joanne Cogle to temporarily close the outer southbound lane of Victory Drive, from Lumpkin Boulevard to South Lumpkin Road, the outer southbound lane of South Lumpkin Road, from Victory Drive to Waterworks Road, and Broadway, from 5th Street to 10th Street, on Saturday, July 19, 2014, from 7:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., in connection with the “Sprint Triathlon”.

(4) Application of Dr. Jacqueline Carter to temporarily close Branton Woods Drive, from Viking Drive North to Branton Lane, on Saturday, September 27, 2014, from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., in connection with the “Canaan Family Fun Day Event”.

(5) Application of Courtney Ellis to temporarily close Dixon Drive, from 15th Street to Hilton Avenue, on Thursday, October 9, 2014, from 10:00 a.m. to 10:30 p.m., in connection with the “Midtown Mingle”.

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THE FOLLOWING THREE RESOLUTIONS WERE SUBMITTED AND EXPLAINED BY DEPUTY CLERK OF COUNCIL DAVIS AND ADOPTED BY THE COUNCIL UPON A SINGLE MOTION MADE BY COUNCILOR ALLEN AND SECONDED BY COUNCILOR BAKER, WHICH CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY BY THOSE EIGHT MEMBERS PRESENT WITH COUNCILOR MCDANIEL BEING ABSENT FOR THE VOTE AND COUNCILOR WOODSON BEING ABSENT FOR THE MEETING: _____________ __

A Resolution (223-14) - Excusing Councilor Jerry Barnes from the June 24, 2014, Council Meeting.

A Resolution (224-14) - Excusing Councilor Charles E. McDaniel from the June 24, 2014, Council Meeting.

A Resolution (225-14) - Excusing Councilor Evelyn Woodson from the July 8, 2014, Council Meeting.

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THE FOLLOWING ITEM WAS SUBMITTED AND EXPLAINED BY DEPUTY CLERK OF COUNCIL DAVIS AND RECEIVED BY THE COUNCIL: ___ ___

Official Appointment Form submitted by New Horizons Community Services Board requesting to reappoint Ms. Nancy Schroeder to another term of office.

Councilor Henderson made a motion that she be confirmed. Seconded by Councilor Allen and carried unanimously by those eight members of Council present with Councilor McDaniel being absent for the vote and Councilor Woodson being absent for the meeting.
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MINUTES OF THE FOLLOWING BOARDS WERE SUBMITTED
BY DEPUTY CLERK OF COUNCIL DAVIS AND OFFICIALLY
RECEIVED BY THE COUNCIL:________________________________
Mayor Pro Tem Tuner Pugh made a motion that these minutes are received. Seconded by Councilor Allen and carried unanimously by those eight members of Council present at the time, with Councilor McDaniel being absent for the vote and Councilor Woodson being absent for the meeting.

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BOARD APPOINTMENTS:

CIVIC CENTER ADVISORY BOARD:

Deputy Clerk of Council Davis advised that Ms. Laura A. Mann has resigned; this is the Council’s appointment. There were no nominations.

Councilor Henderson asked the Deputy Clerk to check to see if this is a District Council seat.
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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COUNCIL:

Deputy Clerk of Council Davis advised that we still need nominees for Mr. Chuck H. McDaniel, III- Council District Five, Ms. Gloria Enfinger- Council District Six and Ms. Clementine Cochran- Council District Ten. There were no nominations.
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DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF COLUMBUS:

Deputy Clerk of Council Davis advised that the tabulation vote was taken earlier.
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PENSION FUND, EMPLOYEE’S OF TRUSTEES:

Deputy Clerk of Council Davis advised that Mayor Tomlinson is nominating Ms. Lilliana McDaniel to replace Ms. Elizabeth James on the Pension Fund, Employees’ Board of Trustees.

Mayor Pro Tem Turner Pugh moved confirmation. Seconded by Councilor Allen and carried unanimously by those eight members present with Councilor McDaniel being absent for the vote and Councilor Woodson being absent from the meeting.
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PUBLIC SAFETY ADVISORY COMMISSION:

Deputy Clerk of Council Davis advised that Councilor Barnes is nominating Ms. Agnes Evans to replace Mr. Daniel Williams, Jr. on the Public Safety Advisory Commission.

Councilor Henderson moved confirmation. Seconded by Councilor Barnes and carried unanimously by those eight members present with Councilor McDaniel being absent for the vote and Councilor Woodson being absent from the meeting.
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RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD:

Deputy Clerk of Council Davis advised that Mr. Lyndon Burch has resigned from his seat on the Recreation Advisory Board; this is Councilor Huff’s nominee. There were no nominations.
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THE MEDICAL CENTER HOSPITAL AUTHORITY:

Deputy Clerk of Council Davis advised that Dr. Ronald Hudson has resigned from his position on The Medical Center Hospital Authority; therefore three nominees should be submitted to the authority for the authority to select a replacement. There were no nominations.
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YOUTH ADVISORY COUNCIL:

Deputy Clerk of Council Davis advised that Councilor Barnes is nominating Ms. Zabria Roberts for the Council District One representative. Councilor Henderson moved confirmation. Seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Turner Pugh and carried unanimously by those eight members present with Councilor McDaniel being absent for the vote and Councilor Woodson being absent from the meeting.
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Councilor Davis requested that his vote be cast in the affirmative for Agenda Items 2, 3, 5 and 6 on the City Attorney’s Agenda.
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At the earlier request of City Attorney Fay, Mayor Pro Tem Turner Pugh made a motion for the Council to go into executive session to discuss litigation. Seconded by Councilor Allen and carried unanimously by those eight members present with Councilor McDaniel being absent for the vote and Councilor Woodson being absent from the meeting.

At 11:29 a.m., the Council adjourned its regular meeting to go into executive session. At 12:03 p.m., the Council reconvened its regular meeting, at which time, Mayor Tomlinson announced that the Council did meet in executive session on litigation; however, no votes were taken.
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CCG-TV EMPLOYEE:

Mayor Tomlinson announced that Mr. Chris Thompson, who works with our CCG-TV, would be leaving the employment of the City of Columbus to accept a new job opportunity.

Mr. Chris Thompson, approached the rostrum to express his appreciation for the opportunities afforded him during his employment with the City.
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EARLY VOTING:

Mayor Tomlinson reminded everyone of the early voting; this is the run-off to the Primary Election. She said election date is July 22, 2014, but early voting would be this week and next, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. in the Citizen Service Center.
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With there being no other business to come before the Council, Councilor Barnes made a motion for adjournment. Seconded by Councilor Allen and carried unanimously by those eight members of Council present, with Councilor McDaniel being absent for the vote and Councilor Woodson being absent for the meeting, with the time being 12:06 p.m.


Sandra T. Davis, DCMC
Deputy Clerk of Council
The Council of Columbus, Georgia