A Resolution (271-14) - Authorizing the City Manager to enter into an agreement with the Georgia Department of Transportation for the redevelopment and redesign of the Buena Vista Road Spiderweb. Councilor Henderson moved the adoption of the resolution. Seconded by Councilor Barnes.
Planning Department Director Jones responded to questions from Councilor Thomas as it relates to potential flooding with a tunnel and the provisions that would be put in place. He explained that staff is not at that point in terms of dealing with the actual engineering; however, flooding would be a chief concern that would need to be addressed when moving forward with this project.
After some additional comments related to the cost, the motion carried unanimously by those eight members of Council present with Councilors Allen and McDaniel being absent from this meeting.
Councilor Huff moved the adoption of the resolution. Seconded by Councilor Woodson and carried unanimously by those eight members of Council present at the time, with Councilors Allen and McDaniel being absent from this meeting.
Councilor Thomas recognized the presence of Mr. Ryan Clemmons- President of the Downtown Rotary Club of Columbus and Mr. Mack Cantrell- Assistant District Governor for the Rotary Club. One of the gentlemen did come forward to make some comments; however, the individual did not identify himself. For future instances such as this, Mayor Pro Tem Turner Pugh requested that when enhancements are to be made to an area, that the Councilor for that District be notified.
Councilor Thomas moved the adoption of the resolution. Seconded by Councilor Woodson and carried unanimously by those eight members of Council present at the time, with Councilors Allen and McDaniel being absent from this meeting.
A Resolution (275-14) - Authorizing the acceptance of a deed to that portion of Wellington Trace located in phase three, Wellington Pointe on behalf of Columbus, Georgia.