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April 10, 2024 ·10:00 AM Final ·This document is tentative, has not been ratified or approved by the Board of Commissioners, and is not binding on the County or any officer. Scheduled date for ratification: April 17, 2024

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Agenda — 79 items

  1. 1 CALL TO ORDER: Chairman Robert L. Pitts ▶ jump to 26:22
  2. 2 ROLL CALL: Tonya R. Grier, Clerk to the Commission ▶ jump to 26:35
  3. 3 INVOCATION: Reverend Clifton Dawkins, Jr., County Chaplain ▶ jump to 26:59
  4. 4 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Recite in unison
  5. 5 ANNOUNCEMENTS
  6. 6 PLEASE SWITCH ALL ELECTRONIC DEVICES (CELL PHONES, PAGERS, PDAs, ETC.) TO THE SILENT POSITION DURING THIS MEETING TO AVOID INTERRUPTIONS. IF YOU NEED REASONABLE MODIFICATIONS DUE TO A DISABILITY, INCLUDING COMMUNICATIONS IN AN ALTERNATE FORMAT PLEASE CONTACT THE OFFICE OF THE CLERK TO THE COMMISSION. FOR TDD/TTY OR GEORGIA RELAY SERVICE ACCESS DIAL 711.
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  8. 8 CONSENT AGENDA
  9. 9 Adoption of the Consent Agenda. All matters listed on the Consent Agenda are considered routine by the County Commission and will be enacted by one motion. No separate discussion will take place on these items. If discussion of any Consent Agenda item is desired, the item will be moved to the Regular Meeting Agenda for separate consideration. (ADOPTED) 24-0220 adopt Pass ▶ jump to 28:07
  10. 10 Proclamations for Spreading on the Minutes. (SPREAD ON THE MINUTES UPON ADOPTION OF THE CONSENT AGENDA) Proclamation recognizing “Georgia State University Black Law Students Association Appreciation Day.” (Abdur-Rahman) March 23, 2024 Proclamation recognizing “Eagle Scout Rushik Peddi Appreciation Day.” (Thorne) March 23, 2024 Proclamation recognizing “Eagle Scout Ryan Todd Feldstein Appreciation Day.” (Thorne) March 23, 2024 Proclamation recognizing “Ray Carter Appreciation Day.” (Pitts) March 28, 2024 Proclamation recognizing “Alonzo F. Brewer, Jr. Remembrance Day.” (Abdur-Rahman) April 1, 2024 24-0221
  11. 11 Arts and Libraries
  12. 12 Request approval to award a contract without competition - Fulton County Library System, 24SSN141498B-RT, Movie Performance License in an amount not to exceed $16,166.00 with Swank Motion Pictures, Inc. This action will satisfy federal copyright requirements to allow library facilities to show legal movies anywhere inside Library buildings. Effective upon BOC approval for a 12-month period. (APPROVED UPON ADOPTION OF THE CONSENT AGENDA)
  13. 13 Request approval of an art contract in the amount of $8,000.00 to commission Karen Anderson Singer d/b/a Tiny Doors ATL LLC to create an original 3D sculpture that embodies the rich history and sense of place of Fulton County and 20 small scale replicas that will be gifted to visiting dignitaries, and authorization of the County Attorney to approve this contract as to form and to make necessary changes to the contract to protect the County’s interest prior to execution. The term of this contract is upon BOC approval through December 31, 2024. (APPROVED UPON ADOPTION OF THE CONSENT AGENDA) 24-0223
  14. 14 Infrastructure and Economic Development
  15. 15 Request approval of a Water Vault Easement Dedication of 376 square feet to Fulton County, a political subdivision of the State of Georgia, from 116 North Main LLC, for the purpose of constructing the 116 & 126 North Main Street Project at 0 Christine Drive, Alpharetta, Georgia 30009. (APPROVED UPON ADOPTION OF THE CONSENT AGENDA) 24-0224
  16. 16 Request approval of a Water Line Easement Dedication of 8,083 square feet to Fulton County, a political subdivision of the State of Georgia, from Moslem and Leila Eskandari for the purpose of constructing the Avalon Village Project at 2385 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, Georgia 30009. (APPROVED UPON ADOPTION OF THE CONSENT AGENDA) 24-0225
  17. 17 Request approval of a Sewer Easement Dedication of 2,779 square feet to Fulton County, a political subdivision of the State of Georgia, from Moslem and Leila Eskandari for the purpose of constructing the Avalon Village Project at 2385 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, Georgia 30009. (APPROVED UPON ADOPTION OF THE CONSENT AGENDA) 24-0226
  18. 18 Request approval of an Indemnification, Maintenance, and Land Use Agreement for Private Improvement (Indemnification Agreement) between Fulton County, a political subdivision of the State of Georgia, and Stonewall Tell Home Builders, Inc., for the purpose granting conditional approval to allow stormwater infrastructure within a portion the County’s existing sanitary sewer easement at 0 Campbellton Road, South Fulton, Georgia 30331. (APPROVED UPON ADOPTION OF THE CONSENT AGENDA) 24-0227
  19. 19 Justice and Safety
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  21. 20 Request approval of an Intergovernmental Agreement for animal control services between Fulton County, Georgia and City of East Point for a period of time that shall terminate at 2400 hours on December 31, 2028. The purpose of this Intergovernmental Agreement is to provide vital and necessary animal control services for the County’s homeless pets while enforcing the animal control laws of Fulton County in a manner that reflects quality and professionalism. (APPROVED UPON ADOPTION OF THE CONSENT AGENDA) 24-0228
  22. 21 Request approval of the 2024 Equitable Sharing Agreement and Certification with the U.S. Department of Justice for the Fulton County District Attorney’s Office, establishing the requirements for participation in the Federal Equitable Sharing Program and the restrictions upon the use of federally forfeited cash, property, or proceeds. (APPROVED UPON ADOPTION OF THE CONSENT AGENDA) 24-0229
  23. 22 Request approval of Subrecipient Grant Contract between Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency (“GEMA/HS”), an agency of the State of Georgia (“State”), the FY24 Georgia Gang Activity Prosecution Grant (Grant) and Fulton County, Office of District Attorney and Fulton County Sheriff, named as a sub-recipients in the Grant in an amount not to exceed $73,149.00. Effective upon BOC approval through the term of the Grant. 100% grant funded. (APPROVED UPON ADOPTION OF THE CONSENT AGENDA) 24-0230
  24. 23 Request approval of an award without competition - District Attorney, 2023 Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) FY 23 Improving Adult and Youth Crisis Stabilization and Community Reentry Program Award Number 15PBJA-23-GG-02254-CSCR, in the amount of $750,000.00 with Morehouse School of Medicine named as a sub-awardee in the Grant in an amount not to exceed $300,000.00. Effective upon BOC approval through the term of the Grant. 100% grant funded. (APPROVED UPON ADOPTION OF THE CONSENT AGENDA) 24-0231
  25. 24 REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
  26. 25 Adoption of the Regular Meeting Agenda. (ADOPTED) 24-0232 adopt Pass ▶ jump to 28:36
  27. 26 Ratification of Minutes. (RATIFIED) Regular Meeting Minutes, March 6, 2024 Recess Meeting Post Agenda Minutes, March 20, 2024 24-0233 ratify Pass ▶ jump to 29:07
  28. 27 Presentation of Proclamations and Certificates. (PRESENTED) Proclamation recognizing “Meak Productions Appreciation Day.” (Hall/Arrington) 24-0234 ▶ jump to 29:20
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  30. 29 PUBLIC HEARINGS
  31. 30 Public Comment - Citizens are allowed to voice County related opinions, concerns, requests, etc. during the Public Comment portion of the Commission meeting. Priority for public comment will be given to Fulton County citizens and those individuals representing businesses or organizations located within Fulton County, including their employees, whether such persons are commenting in-person, via emails or via Zoom or other electronic media (i.e., phone call). Non-Fulton County citizens will only be heard after all in-person Fulton County citizens, representatives of business and organizations located within Fulton County, including their employees, have been heard and the time allotted for public comment has not expired, except as otherwise provided in this code section. County staff shall verify the residency of each public speaker prior to such person being heard by the board. Speakers will be granted up to two minutes each. Members of the public will not be allowed to yield or donate time to other speakers. The Public Comment portion of the meeting will not exceed sixty (60) minutes at the Regular Meeting, nor will this portion exceed sixty (60) minutes at the Recess Meeting. In the event the 60-minute time limit is reached prior to public comments being completed, public comment will be suspended and the business portion of the BOC meeting will commence. Public comment will resume at the end of the meeting. For more information or to arrange a speaking date, contact the Clerk’s Office. (CONDUCTED) 20 Speakers: Commissioner Arthur Ferdinand (Cyber Security Leadership); L.A. Pink (Fulton County Jail); Mike Russell (Fulton County Jail); Brother Anthoney Muhammad (Citizens for Human Rights); Derrick D. Blassingame (Fulton County System); J. Wesley Day (Justice/Solicitor Office); Joseph Williams (Justice/South Training Center); Paul Hershey (Elected Officials); Renee Pate (Fulton County Jail); Siegfred White (Fulton County Jail); Maria Gaudio (Fulton County Jail/Elections); Duwon Robinson (Tax Commissioner Office); Sandra L. Williams (Item #24-0247); Linda H. Williams (Women Jail Services); Greg Fann (Item #24-0247); Eric Richardson (Fulton County Jail); Hakeem Williams (District Representative/Fulton County Jail); Rodney Floyd (Cyber Security Leadership); Robby Caban (Lifeline/Fulton County Animal Services) and Holly Kesler (Fulton County Funds) 5 Zoom Comments: Kevin Muldowney (Registration and Elections); Maureen Sheeran (Fulton County Jail/Animal Services/Item #24-0247); Matt Rowenczak (Elections); Bree Sharper (Fulton County Animal Services) and Ben Howard (Senior Services) 24-0235 ▶ jump to 37:12
  32. 31 COUNTY MANAGER'S ITEMS
  33. 32 Open & Responsible Government
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  35. 33 Presentation, review and approval of April 10, 2024, Budget Soundings and Resolution. (PRESENTED/APPROVED) 24-0236 approve Pass ▶ jump to 95:38
  36. 34 Request approval of the Supplemental Pricing Resolution Authorizing, among other things, the Issuance and Sale of General fund Tax Anticipation Notes in the Aggregate Principal Amount of $225,000,000.00. This Resolution provides acceptance of the lowest acceptable bid for the short-term borrowing arrangement for the County’s 2024 Tax Anticipation Note which matures December 31, 2024. (APPROVED) 24-0237 approve Pass ▶ jump to 96:19
  37. 35 Request approval to modify the classification section of the Classification and Compensation plan by adding the new titles of Seamstress, Sheriff’s Office (Grade 12), Fixed Assets Accountant (Grade 19), and by moving the existing title of Cyber Security Program Manager (Grade 53) to the key classifications section at Grade K11. (APPROVED) 24-0238 approve Pass ▶ jump to 96:51
  38. 36 Request approval to extend an existing contract - Information Technology, 20RFP894152K-BKJ, Office 365 Implementation Services, in an amount not to exceed $424,270.00 with B2B Technologies, LLC (Atlanta, GA) for an additional 12 month period for additional technical needs related to the upgrade of IT infrastructure associated with the implementation of Office 365. Effective upon BOC approval. (APPROVED) approve Pass ▶ jump to 98:04
  39. 37 Request approval to increase the spending authority - Department of Real Estate and Asset Management, 22ITB134934C-MH, Moving Services in the total amount of $252,000.00 with (C) Tuxedo Logistics, LLC dba Allied Commercial Services (Columbus, GA), requesting additional funding to cover the costs in support of Phase II relocation of Clerk of Superior and Magistrate Courts and the IT Records Division to the newly renovated Fulton County Central Warehouse located at 5600 Campbellton-Fairburn Road, Atlanta, GA 30212. Effective upon BOC approval. (APPROVED) 24-0240 approve Pass ▶ jump to 98:37
  40. 38 Request approval to increase the spending authority - Department of Real Estate and Asset Management, 22ITB121622K-DJ, Industrial Racking for the Fulton County Central Warehouse in an amount not to exceed $104,522.00 with McGee Storage & Handling (Norcross, GA) to cover the costs to purchase, deliver and install 74 total bays of additional pallet-racking, equipment cages and related components for the Department of Registration and Elections at the Fulton County Central Warehouse located at 5600 Campbellton-Fairburn Road, Atlanta, GA 30213. Effective upon BOC approval. (APPROVED) 24-0241 approve Pass ▶ jump to 100:17
  41. 39 Request approval of recommended proposals - Department of Real Estate and Asset Management, 23RFP138733K-BKJ, Standby Professional Services for Facilities Related Planning, Design, Engineering and Assessments-Architectural and Engineering Services in the total amount not to exceed $1,600,000.00 with (A) Sizemore Group, LLC (Atlanta, GA) in an amount not to exceed $400,000.00; (B) KHAFRA Engineering Consultants, Inc. (Atlanta, GA) in an amount not to exceed $400,000.00, (C) Heery + Russell, a joint venture (formed by Turner & Townsend Heery, LLC. and H.J. Russell and Company, Inc.) (Atlanta, GA) in an amount not to exceed $400,000.00, and (D) WSP USA Environment & Infrastructure, Inc. (Kennesaw, GA) in an amount not to exceed $400,000.00, to provide standby professional services for facilities related design, engineering and assessments in the areas of architectural and engineering services on an as needed, task order assignment basis for a variety of capital projects in support of the Department of Real Estate and Asset Management. Effective upon BOC approval through December 31, 2024, with two renewal options. (APPROVED) 24-0242 approve Pass ▶ jump to 100:50
  42. 40 Request approval of a change order greater than 10% - Department of Real Estate and Asset Management, 23RFP041723K-JA, Design/Build Services for Fulton County Behavioral Health Crisis Center in an amount not to exceed $3,066,235.31 with Hogan Construction Group, LLC (Norcross, GA) for contract modifications required in order to complete construction of the new facility and connected areas at the Fulton County Behavioral Health Crisis Unit at the Oak Hill Child. Adolescent, & Family. Effective upon BOC approval. (APPROVED) 24-0243 approve Pass ▶ jump to 101:19
  43. 41 Request approval to increase the spending authority - Department of Real Estate and Asset Management, 22ITB134934C-MH, Moving Services in the total amount of $105,295.00 with (A) Beltmann Relocation Group (Stone Mountain, GA) in the amount of $22,975.00, (B) ALS Van Line Services, Inc. (Atlanta, GA) in the amount of $47,320.00, and (C) Tuxedo Logistics, LLC dba Allied Commercial Services (Columbus, GA) in the amount of $35,000.00 to cover the costs for additional moving services in support of the upcoming 2024 Presidential Primaries and General Election runoffs for delivering and picking up voting equipment and related materials to designated Countywide voting precincts for the Department of Registration and Elections. Effective upon BOC approval. (APPROVED) 24-0244 approve Pass ▶ jump to 103:56
  44. 42 Health and Human Services
  45. 43 Request approval of a contract between Fulton County and Destination Tomorrow, Inc. in the amount of $100,000.00 to support the Wellness Journey Program, a comprehensive HIV testing program aimed at increasing awareness, reducing stigma, improving access to testing services within the community and addressing all the barriers which impede a healthy productive lifestyle for individuals; and to authorize the Chairman to disburse funds and execute and administer contracts, and other related documents consistent with any necessary agreement in support of this funding allotment. The term of this Contract shall be upon approval through December 31, 2024. (HELD ON 4/10/24) (APPROVED) 24-0245 approve ▶ jump to 104:32
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  47. 44 Request approval of the lowest responsible bidder - Public Works, 23ITB139950K-DB Hembree Road Water Tanks Rehabilitation in an amount not to exceed $1,613,760.00 with Tank Pro, Inc. (Northport, AL), to provide construction and rehabilitation services for the elevated Hembree Road Water Storage Tanks. Effective upon issuance of the Notice to Proceed for 180 consecutive calendar days. (APPROVED) 24-0246 approve Pass ▶ jump to 107:21
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  49. 46 COMMISSIONERS' ACTION ITEMS
  50. 47 Request approval of a Resolution establishing policies limiting the use of Fulton County staff for certain events by members of the Fulton County Board of Commissioners; and for other purposes. (Thorne) (HELD ON 4/10/24) (APPROVED AS AMENDED) 24-0247 approve ▶ jump to 108:01
  51. 47 Request approval of a contract between Fulton County and Destination Tomorrow, Inc. in the amount of $100,000.00 to support the Wellness Journey Program, a comprehensive HIV testing program aimed at increasing awareness, reducing stigma, improving access to testing services within the community and addressing all the barriers which impede a healthy productive lifestyle for individuals; and to authorize the Chairman to disburse funds and execute and administer contracts, and other related documents consistent with any necessary agreement in support of this funding allotment. The term of this Contract shall be upon approval through December 31, 2024. (HELD ON 4/10/24) (APPROVED) 24-0245 hold Pass ▶ jump to 106:49
  52. 48 Request approval of an Ordinance to change the term “Regular Meeting” to “First Regular Meeting” and the term “Recess Meeting” to “Second Regular Meeting.” (Pitts) (APPROVED) 24-0248 approve Pass ▶ jump to 140:40
  53. 49 COUNTY MANAGER'S PRESENTATION AND DISCUSSION ITEMS
  54. 50 Open & Responsible Government
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  56. 51 Presentation of 2024 State Legislative Session Update. (PRESENTED) ▶ jump to 245:22
  57. 52 Infrastructure and Economic Development
  58. 53 Presentation: Renew the District redevelopment initiative along Fulton Industrial Boulevard. (HELD ON 3/20/24) (PRESENTED) 24-0217 ▶ jump to 261:37
  59. 53 Request approval of a Resolution establishing policies limiting the use of Fulton County staff for certain events by members of the Fulton County Board of Commissioners; and for other purposes. (Thorne) (HELD ON 4/10/24) (APPROVED AS AMENDED) 24-0247 hold Pass ▶ jump to 120:49
  60. 54 COMMISSIONERS' PRESENTATION AND DISCUSSION ITEMS
  61. 54 Request approval of a Resolution establishing policies limiting the use of Fulton County staff for certain events by members of the Fulton County Board of Commissioners; and for other purposes. (Thorne) (HELD ON 4/10/24) (APPROVED AS AMENDED) 24-0247 approve ▶ jump to 120:49
  62. 55 Discussion: Fulton County Procurement Review - Presentation of Findings (Ellis) (DISCUSSED) 24-0250 ▶ jump to 142:13
  63. 55 Request approval of a Resolution establishing policies limiting the use of Fulton County staff for certain events by members of the Fulton County Board of Commissioners; and for other purposes. (Thorne) (HELD ON 4/10/24) (APPROVED AS AMENDED) 24-0247 approve Fail ▶ jump to 124:53
  64. 56 Discussion: Time-keeping and use of temporary/part-time positions. (Ellis) (HELD ON 4/10/24) (REMOVED) ITEM REMOVED AS REQUESTED BY COMMISSIONER ELLIS 24-0215 ▶ jump to 286:36
  65. 56 Request approval of a Resolution establishing policies limiting the use of Fulton County staff for certain events by members of the Fulton County Board of Commissioners; and for other purposes. (Thorne) (HELD ON 4/10/24) (APPROVED AS AMENDED) 24-0247 call the question Pass ▶ jump to 138:06
  66. 57 Discussion: Election (Thorne) (HELD ON 4/10/24 AND 4/17/24) 24-0251 ▶ jump to 286:48
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  68. 58 Discussion: Outstanding water bill from City of Atlanta (Pitts) (DISCUSSED) 24-0252 ▶ jump to 299:04
  69. 59 Discussion: Animal Services (Barrett) (DISCUSSED) 24-0253 approve Fail ▶ jump to 331:22
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  71. 61 EXECUTIVE SESSION
  72. 62 Executive (CLOSED) Sessions regarding litigation (County Attorney), real estate (County Manager), and personnel (Pitts). PRESENT IN THE EXECUTIVE SESSION REGARDING LITIGATION, REAL ESTATE, CYBERSECURITY AND PERSONNEL: Chairman Pitts, Vice Chair Abdur-Rahman, Commissioners: Thorne, Ellis, Barrett, Hall, Arrington, and; County Manager Dick Anderson; County Attorney Y. Soo Jo; and Clerk to the Commission Tonya R. Grier. 24-0254 enter into executive session Pass ▶ jump to 239:57
  73. 63 ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 4:29 p.m.
  74. 71 Discussion: Animal Services (Barrett) (DISCUSSED) 24-0253 call the question Pass ▶ jump to 345:05
  75. 74 Executive (CLOSED) Sessions regarding litigation (County Attorney), real estate (County Manager), and personnel (Pitts). PRESENT IN THE EXECUTIVE SESSION REGARDING LITIGATION, REAL ESTATE, CYBERSECURITY AND PERSONNEL: Chairman Pitts, Vice Chair Abdur-Rahman, Commissioners: Thorne, Ellis, Barrett, Hall, Arrington, and; County Manager Dick Anderson; County Attorney Y. Soo Jo; and Clerk to the Commission Tonya R. Grier. 24-0254 approve Pass ▶ jump to 241:47
  76. 75 Executive (CLOSED) Sessions regarding litigation (County Attorney), real estate (County Manager), and personnel (Pitts). PRESENT IN THE EXECUTIVE SESSION REGARDING LITIGATION, REAL ESTATE, CYBERSECURITY AND PERSONNEL: Chairman Pitts, Vice Chair Abdur-Rahman, Commissioners: Thorne, Ellis, Barrett, Hall, Arrington, and; County Manager Dick Anderson; County Attorney Y. Soo Jo; and Clerk to the Commission Tonya R. Grier. 24-0254 approve Fail ▶ jump to 242:14
  77. 76 Executive (CLOSED) Sessions regarding litigation (County Attorney), real estate (County Manager), and personnel (Pitts). PRESENT IN THE EXECUTIVE SESSION REGARDING LITIGATION, REAL ESTATE, CYBERSECURITY AND PERSONNEL: Chairman Pitts, Vice Chair Abdur-Rahman, Commissioners: Thorne, Ellis, Barrett, Hall, Arrington, and; County Manager Dick Anderson; County Attorney Y. Soo Jo; and Clerk to the Commission Tonya R. Grier. 24-0254 approve Pass ▶ jump to 242:52
  78. 77 Executive (CLOSED) Sessions regarding litigation (County Attorney), real estate (County Manager), and personnel (Pitts). PRESENT IN THE EXECUTIVE SESSION REGARDING LITIGATION, REAL ESTATE, CYBERSECURITY AND PERSONNEL: Chairman Pitts, Vice Chair Abdur-Rahman, Commissioners: Thorne, Ellis, Barrett, Hall, Arrington, and; County Manager Dick Anderson; County Attorney Y. Soo Jo; and Clerk to the Commission Tonya R. Grier. 24-0254 approve Pass ▶ jump to 243:30
  79. 78 Executive (CLOSED) Sessions regarding litigation (County Attorney), real estate (County Manager), and personnel (Pitts). PRESENT IN THE EXECUTIVE SESSION REGARDING LITIGATION, REAL ESTATE, CYBERSECURITY AND PERSONNEL: Chairman Pitts, Vice Chair Abdur-Rahman, Commissioners: Thorne, Ellis, Barrett, Hall, Arrington, and; County Manager Dick Anderson; County Attorney Y. Soo Jo; and Clerk to the Commission Tonya R. Grier. 24-0254 approve Pass ▶ jump to 244:24