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January 24, 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: February 7, 2024

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Agenda — 102 items

  1. 1 CALL TO ORDER: Chairman Robert L. Pitts ▶ jump to 23:19
  2. 2 ROLL CALL: Tonya R. Grier, Clerk to the Commission ▶ jump to 23:21
  3. 3 INVOCATION: Reverend Clifton Dawkins, Jr., County Chaplain ▶ jump to 23:41
  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 Recess Meeting Agenda for separate consideration. (ADOPTED AS AMENDED) 24-0022 adopt as amended Pass ▶ jump to 25:22
  10. 10 Proclamations for Spreading on the Minutes. (SPREAD ON THE MINUTES UPON ADOPTION OF THE CONSENT AGENDA) Proclamation recognizing “Robert Barnett, Jr. Remembrance Day.” (Arrington) January 16, 2024 Proclamation recognizing “Sonja Ricks Mason Remembrance Day.” (Hall) January 17, 2024 Proclamation recognizing “Mack Wilbourn Appreciation Day.” (Hall/Arrington) January 17, 2024 Proclamation recognizing “Lawrence C. McDaniel Sr. Remembrance Day.” (Abdur-Rahman) January 17, 2024 Proclamation recognizing “TV One Appreciation Day.” (Hall) January 19, 2024 Proclamation recognizing “Diane Powell Larché Remembrance Day.” (Arrington/Hall) January 19, 2024 24-0023
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  12. 12 Commissioners' District Board Appointments
  13. 13 ANIMAL WELFARE HEARING BOARD (APPROVED UPON ADOPTION OF THE CONSENT AGENDA) The Animal Welfare Hearing Board shall consist of seven (7) members appointed by the Board of Commissioners. Each Commissioner shall appoint one (1) member to serve for two (2) years. Thereafter, all members may be appointed for an additional term of three (3) years and until their successors are appointed. Term = 2 Years/3 Years Term below expired: 12/31/2023 Katie Factor (Barrett) Commissioner Barrett nominated Katie Factor for a District reappointment to a term ending December 31, 2026. 24-0024
  14. 14 HOUSING AUTHORITY OF FULTON COUNTY (APPROVED UPON ADOPTION OF THE CONSENT AGENDA) Nine (9) members serve on this authority. Seven (7) regular members (each Commissioner appoints one (1) person to serve) and two (2) housing resident members are appointed by the Board of Commissioners. The enabling statute calls the Housing Authority Board members "Commissioners." Term = 5 Years for BOC Appointees 1 Year for Resident Members Term below expires: 7/13/2027 Vacant (Abdur-Rahman) Vice Chair Abdur-Rahman nominated Earnestine Pittman for a District appointment to an unexpired term ending July 13, 2027. 24-0025
  15. 15 Open & Responsible Government
  16. 16 Request approval to extend an existing contract - Department of Real Estate and Asset Management, Task Order No. 2 for the Fulton County Government Behavioral Health Crisis Center, at no additional cost for extension of “time only” with Sizemore Group, LLC (Atlanta, GA), the Architect for Record, to continue without disruption providing architectural, engineering and construction administration services for the Behavioral Health Crisis Center currently under construction. Effective upon BOC approval through the completion of the project as determined by the County. (APPROVED UPON ADOPTION OF THE CONSENT AGENDA)
  17. 17 Request approval of a revenue generating contract - Department of Real Estate and Asset Management, 23ITB138788C-JNJ, Electronic Equipment Recycling Services with Vantage Point ITAD, Inc. (Oklahoma City, OK), to provide electronic equipment recycling services for the County. This is a revenue generating contract and the anticipated revenue is $23,000.00 annually. Effective dates: January 1, 2024 through December 31, 2024, with two renewal options. (APPROVED UPON ADOPTION OF THE CONSENT AGENDA)
  18. 18 Request approval to close out a contract - Department of Real Estate and Asset Management, 19ITB120358C-GS, Fire Sprinkler Protection System Maintenance Service with Central Fire Protection, Inc, (Conyers, GA) in an amount not to exceed $9,500.00 for final payment of services rendered through October 2023 to remove and replace existing fire pumps and controllers at the Fulton County Government Center Assembly Building and Fulton County Justice Center Tower. Effective upon BOC approval. (APPROVED UPON ADOPTION OF THE CONSENT AGENDA)
  19. 19 Ratification of December 2023 Grants Activity Report. (APPROVED) 24-0029 approve Pass ▶ jump to 268:05
  20. 20 Health and Human Services
  21. 21 Request approval of a Memorandum of Understanding between Fulton County, through its Department of Senior Services, and the Jewish Family & Career Services, Inc. (JFCS) to guide and direct their affiliation and working relationship to provide referrals and access to quality mobility services offered through Senior Services’ Alternative Senior Transportation Services for eligible seniors at JFCS. Effective upon Board approval through December 31, 2024. (APPROVED UPON ADOPTION OF THE CONSENT AGENDA) 24-0030
  22. 22 Infrastructure and Economic Development
  23. 23 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 Milton Land Invest, Inc. for the purpose of granting conditional approval to allow flat work and landscaping within the County’s existing water line easement area at 1240 Mayfield Road, Milton, Georgia 30009. (APPROVED UPON ADOPTION OF THE CONSENT AGENDA) 24-0031
  24. 24 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 Milton Land Invest, Inc., for the purpose of granting conditional approval to allow stormwater infrastructure within a portion of the County’s existing sanitary sewer easement at 1240 Mayfield Road, Milton, Georgia 30009. (APPROVED UPON ADOPTION OF THE CONSENT AGENDA) 24-0032
  25. 25 Request approval of a Water Line Easement Dedication of 87,578 square feet to Fulton County, a political subdivision of the State of Georgia, from JBGL Atlanta Development 2014, LLC, for the purpose of constructing the Knollwood Project at 5560 Abbotts Bridge Road, 5545 Abbotts Bridge Road and 11245 Parsons Road, Johns Creek, Georgia 30097. (APPROVED UPON ADOPTION OF THE CONSENT AGENDA) 24-0033
  26. 26 Request approval of a Sewer Easement Dedication of 25,389 square feet to Fulton County, a political subdivision of the State of Georgia, from JBGL Atlanta Development 2014, LLC, for the purpose of constructing the Knollwood Project at 5560 Abbotts Bridge Road and 5545 Abbotts Bridge Road, Johns Creek, Georgia 30097. (APPROVED UPON ADOPTION OF THE CONSENT AGENDA) 24-0034
  27. 27 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 Fulton HCB, LLC for the purpose of granting conditional approval to allow storm sewer pipe and related facilities, a private water service line and related facilities, sidewalk, benches and public art within a portion of the County’s existing sanitary sewer and water line easements at 2600 and 2616 Holcomb Bridge Road, Roswell, Georgia 30022. (APPROVED UPON ADOPTION OF THE CONSENT AGENDA) 24-0035
  28. 28 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 EV Townhome Land, LLC for the purpose of granting conditional approval to allow storm water piping and related facilities, a private water service line and related facilities, sidewalk, benches and public art within a portion of the County’s existing sanitary sewer and water line easements at 2614 and 2618 Holcomb Bridge Road, Roswell, Georgia 30022. (APPROVED UPON ADOPTION OF THE CONSENT AGENDA) 24-0036
  29. 29 Request approval of Sanitary Sewer System Ownership, Operation, Maintenance and Repair Agreement between Fulton County, Georgia, and EV Townhome Land, LLC (Owner), for the purpose of granting Fulton County all the Owner’s legal interests in and to the sanitary sewer system within the Development at 2614 and 2618 Holcomb Bridge Road, Roswell, Georgia 30022 as an extension of the County’s sanitary sewer system, and for other purposes. (APPROVED UPON ADOPTION OF THE CONSENT AGENDA) 24-0037
  30. 30 Request approval of Sanitary Sewer System Ownership, Operation, Maintenance and Repair Agreement between Fulton County, Georgia, and Fulton HCB, LLC (Owner), for the purpose of granting Fulton County all the Owner’s legal interest in and to the sanitary sewer system within the Development at 2616 and 2600 Holcomb Bridge Road, Roswell, Georgia 30022 as an extension of the County’s sanitary sewer system, and for other purposes. (APPROVED UPON ADOPTION OF THE CONSENT AGENDA) 24-0038
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  33. 32 Request approval of a Sewer Easement Dedication of 6,200 square feet to Fulton County, a political subdivision of the State of Georgia, from the Development Authority of Fulton County (Owner) and Majestic Airport Center IV, LLC (Lessee), for the purpose of constructing the Pullman Project at 4505 Derrick Industrial Parkway, Union City, Georgia 30349. (APPROVED UPON ADOPTION OF THE CONSENT AGENDA) 24-0039
  34. 33 Justice and Safety
  35. 34 Request approval of an Intergovernmental Agreement for Animal Control Services between Fulton County, Georgia and City of Hapeville 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)
  36. 35 Request approval of an Intergovernmental Agreement for Animal Control Services between Fulton County, Georgia, and City of Milton 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)
  37. 36 Request approval of an Intergovernmental Agreement for Animal Control Services between Fulton County, Georgia and City of Chattahoochee Hills 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)
  38. 37 Request approval of an Intergovernmental Agreement for Animal Control Services between Fulton County, Georgia and City of Roswell 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)
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  40. 38 Request approval of an Intergovernmental Agreement for Animal Control Services between Fulton County, Georgia and City of Fairburn 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)
  41. 39 Request approval of an Intergovernmental Agreement for Animal Control Services between Fulton County, Georgia and City of Sandy Springs 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)
  42. 40 Request approval of an Intergovernmental Agreement for Animal Control Services between Fulton County, Georgia and City of Johns Creek 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)
  43. 41 RECESS MEETING AGENDA
  44. 42 Adoption of the Recess Meeting Agenda. (ADOPTED) 24-0047 adopt Pass ▶ jump to 26:28
  45. 43 Ratification of Minutes. (RATIFIED) Recess Meeting Minutes, December 20, 2023 Regular Meeting Post Agenda Minutes, January 10, 2024 Special Called Meeting Post Agenda Minutes, January 16, 2024 24-0048 ratify Pass ▶ jump to 26:53
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  47. 44 Presentation of Proclamations and Certificates. (NONE) 24-0049 ▶ jump to 29:00
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  49. 46 PUBLIC HEARINGS
  50. 47 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 30 minutes at the Regular Meeting, nor will this portion exceed thirty minutes at the Recess Meeting. In the event the 30-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. Similarly, written comments (that were timely submitted) not previously read, may be read at the end of the meeting. For more information or to arrange a speaking date, contact the Clerk’s Office. (CONDUCTED) 22 Speakers: Judge Cassandra Kirk (Item #23-0967); Christopher Bruce (Item #23-0967); Michael Heekin (Item #24-0071); Paul Hershey (Elections/Funding); Melissa Fiorillo (Item #24-0071); Kevin Muldowney (Item #24-0071); Terry Ross (NPU-T/Item #24-0071); Lucia Frazier (District Attorney Office); Christine Propst (Board of Elections); Jimmy Gough (Arts Funding); Peter Hardy (Arts Funding); Chris Hayden (Democracy); Matt Rowenczak (Item #24-0051); Ginger Bradshaw (Item #24-0071/24-0051); Maria Gaudio (Item #24-0051); Julie Allen (Item #24-0071); Sara Toering (PAD); Clinton Deveaux (PAD); Derrick D. Blassingame (Elections); Lisa Adler (Arts Funding); Drew Umberger (PAD) and Quincy Shoulders (PAD) 2 Zoom Comments: Ben Howard (Senior Housing) and Opal Baker (Arts Funding) 20 Emailed Comments: Jane Zoellick (Arts Funding); Acree Macam (Board of Elections); Michele Sarkisian (Item #24-0051); Cassandra DeMarco (Board of Elections); Angela Murcia (Board of Elections); Janet Hogan (Board of Elections); Jennifer Maley (Board of Elections); Lynn C. Koehnemann (Board of Elections); Virginia Kriho (Board of Elections); Gary Uitvlugt (Board of Elections); Nancy Pierson (Board of Elections); Brittany Eames (Board of Elections); Helen Butler (Item #23-0967); Kina Hudson (Item #23-0967); Katie Benson (Board of Elections); Paula Barnes (Board of Elections); Bonnie Lamberth (Board of Elections); Stephanie Mills (Board of Elections); Lisa Norris (Board of Elections) and Patti Nathan (Board of Elections) 24-0050 ▶ jump to 29:13
  51. 48 COUNTY MANAGER'S ITEMS
  52. 49 Open & Responsible Government
  53. 50 Review and request approval of the FY2024 Final Adopted Budget and FY2024 Budget Resolution. (APPROVED AS AMENDED) 24-0051 approve as amended Pass ▶ jump to 117:17
  54. 51 Request approval of a Resolution allowing for implementation of a 5% COLA for employees in 2024, establishment of a new minimum wage of $38,000.00 or $18.27 per hour for employees, and implementation of an updated pay plan based on the second phase of the Segal Company market compensation survey. (APPROVED) 24-0052 approve Pass ▶ jump to 190:15
  55. 52 Presentation of the Fulton County Operational Report. (PRESENTED) 24-0053 ▶ jump to 190:45
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  57. 54 Request approval of a recommended proposal - Finance Department, 23RFP100423C-MH with PJC Group, LLC (Atlanta, GA) in an amount not to exceed $295,000.00 with PJC Group, LLC (Atlanta, Ga) to provide Annual Audit Services including OMB Uniform Guidance (Single Audit), T-SPLOST annual audit, and defined benefit pension plan audit, effective January 1, 2024 through December 31, 2024 with two renewal options. (APPROVED) approve Pass ▶ jump to 191:30
  58. 54 Review and request approval of the FY2024 Final Adopted Budget and FY2024 Budget Resolution. (APPROVED AS AMENDED) 24-0051 divide Fail ▶ jump to 136:21
  59. 55 Request approval to award a contract without competition - Department of Information Technology, 19RFP3152019K-DJ, Agenda Management System with Carahsoft Technology Corporation (Reston, VA) in an amount not to exceed $267,200.35 to provide licenses and professional services required to upgrade the existing agenda management system. Effective upon BOC approval until final acceptance of project deliverables and milestones. (HELD ON 1/24/24 AND 2/7/24) (APPROVED) approve ▶ jump to 191:58
  60. 55 Review and request approval of the FY2024 Final Adopted Budget and FY2024 Budget Resolution. (APPROVED AS AMENDED) 24-0051 approve Fail ▶ jump to 181:19
  61. 56 Request approval of qualifying fees - Registration & Elections - to approve qualifying fees for Fulton County offices to be filled in the 2024 primary or nonpartisan election. Effective upon BOC approval. (APPROVED) approve Pass ▶ jump to 193:12
  62. 56 Review and request approval of the FY2024 Final Adopted Budget and FY2024 Budget Resolution. (APPROVED AS AMENDED) 24-0051 call the question Pass ▶ jump to 188:18
  63. 57 Request approval of the lowest responsible bidders - Department of Real Estate and Asset Management, 23ITB138782C-JNJ, Glass and Plexiglas Repair and Replacement in the total amount not to exceed $105,000.00 with (A) Brad Construction Company II, LLC (Fayetteville, GA) in the amount not to exceed $65,000.00; and (B) P & E Mirror and Glass, LLC (Atlanta, GA) in the amount not to exceed $40,000.00, to provide glass and plexiglas repair and replacement on an as needed for the County. Effective January 1, 2024 through December 31, 2024, with two renewal options. (APPROVED) approve Pass ▶ jump to 193:39
  64. 58 Request approval of statewide contracts - Department of Real Estate and Asset Management, SWC99999-001-SPD0000203-0003, and SWC 99999-001- SPD0000203-0004, New Tires and Retread Tires in the total amount not to exceed $110,000.00 with (A) The Goody ear Tire & Rubber Company through Authorized Dealer NexTire Commercial, Inc. (Decatur, GA) in an amount not to exceed $80,000.00; and (B) Continental Tire the Americas through Authorized Dealer Javelin Southeast, Inc. dba Gordy Tire Company (Atlanta, GA) in an amount not to exceed $30,000.00, to provide tires, tubes, accessories and repair services for County fleet vehicles. Effective dates: January 1, 2024, through June 30, 2024. (APPROVED) approve Pass ▶ jump to 194:02
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  66. 60 Request approval of statewide contracts - Department of Real Estate and Asset Management, SWC 99999SPD-ES40199373-007; SWC 99999-001-SPD0000177-0009, and SWC 99999-001-SPD0000177-00022, in an total amount not to exceed $800,310.00 with (A) Griffin Chevrolet (Sylvester, GA) in an amount not to exceed $210,861.00 for the purchase of four (4) Class 1 trucks; (B) Environmental Products Group, Inc. (Atlanta, GA) in an amount not to exceed $343,469.00 for the purchase of one (1) Vactor Sewer Cleaner; and (C) G, J & L, Inc. (Augusta, GA) in an amount not to exceed $245,980.00 for the purchase of one (1) Excavator for the Department of Public Works. This is a one-time procurement. (APPROVED) approve Pass ▶ jump to 194:37
  67. 61 Request approval of a statewide contract - Department of Real Estate and Asset Management, SWC 99999-001-SPD0000183-0006, Police Pursuit and Special Services Vehicles in an amount not to exceed $611,020.00 with Wade Ford, Inc. (Smyrna, GA), to purchase and deliver sixteen (16) law enforcement/administrative vehicles for the Fulton County District Attorney’s Office. This is a one-time procurement. (HELD ON 1/24/24 AND 2/7/24) (APPROVED) approve ▶ jump to 195:42
  68. 62 Request approval for use of Beltline TAD Funds - Fulton County Library System, Library Capital Improvement Program Phase II (FCLS-CIP), Design/Build services in the amount of $2,797,780.00, to facilitate completion of additional construction projects for Phase I and Phase II library construction/renovation projects. Effective upon BOC approval. (APPROVED) approve Pass ▶ jump to 198:59
  69. 62 Request approval to award a contract without competition - Department of Information Technology, 19RFP3152019K-DJ, Agenda Management System with Carahsoft Technology Corporation (Reston, VA) in an amount not to exceed $267,200.35 to provide licenses and professional services required to upgrade the existing agenda management system. Effective upon BOC approval until final acceptance of project deliverables and milestones. (HELD ON 1/24/24 AND 2/7/24) (APPROVED) hold Pass ▶ jump to 192:40
  70. 63 Request approval to increase the spending authority - Department of Real Estate and Asset Management, 22ITB134949C-GS, Tree Removal Services Countywide in the amount of $260,000.00 with ArborServ, Inc. (Lithonia, GA), to provide additional tree removal services at the Fulton County Executive Airport-Charlie Brown Field by removing and clearing approximately 14-acres of obstructions in the runway environment located close to Fulton Industrial Boulevard and Sandy Creek Road. Effective upon BOC approval. (APPROVED) 24-0062 approve Pass ▶ jump to 199:24
  71. 64 Justice and Safety
  72. 65 Request approval to amend an existing contract, Sheriff Office, 22RFP0405B-PS, Delinquent Tax Sales Preparation Services to revise certain provisions of the contract agreement regarding compensation. Effective upon BOC approval. (APPROVED) 24-0063 approve Pass ▶ jump to 199:53
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  74. 67 COMMISSIONERS' ACTION ITEMS
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  76. 68 Request approval of a Resolution by the Fulton County Board of Commissioners directing an external review of the Board of Ethics; and for other purposes. (Arrington) (MOTION TO APPROVE FAILED ON 12/20/23 AND 1/10/24) (FAILED) ▶ jump to 200:17
  77. 69 Request approval of a Resolution by the Fulton County Board of Commissioners to revoke every action taken by the Fulton County Board of Ethics from January 1, 2014, through December 20, 2023; and for other purposes. (Arrington) (HELD ON 12/20/23) (MOTION TO APPROVE FAILED ON 1/10/24) (FAILED) approve Fail ▶ jump to 248:28
  78. 70 Request approval of an Ordinance to amend Chapter 2 (Administration), Article II (Officers and Employees), Division 2 (Code of Ethics) of the Fulton County Code to disband the Board of Ethics and to replace it with a slate of Ethics Hearing Officers; and for other purposes. (Arrington) (MOTION TO APPROVE FAILED ON 12/20/23 AND 1/10/24) (FAILED) approve Fail ▶ jump to 248:57
  79. 70 Request approval of a statewide contract - Department of Real Estate and Asset Management, SWC 99999-001-SPD0000183-0006, Police Pursuit and Special Services Vehicles in an amount not to exceed $611,020.00 with Wade Ford, Inc. (Smyrna, GA), to purchase and deliver sixteen (16) law enforcement/administrative vehicles for the Fulton County District Attorney’s Office. This is a one-time procurement. (HELD ON 1/24/24 AND 2/7/24) (APPROVED) hold Pass ▶ jump to 197:24
  80. 71 Request approval of a Resolution by the Fulton County Board of Commissioners directing an external review of the actions and procedures of the Board of Ethics over the past 5 years; and for other purposes. (Arrington) (MOTION TO APPROVE FAILED ON 1/24/24) (MOTION FAILED) 24-0064 approve Fail ▶ jump to 249:38
  81. 72 Request approval of an Ordinance to amend Chapter 2 (Administration), Article II (Officers and Employees), Division 2 (Code of Ethics) of the Fulton County Code of Ordinances to create a new Code Section 2-80.1 requiring the appointment of an Interim Ethics Hearing Officer where there exists a conflict of interest between the Board of Ethics and any party filing a complaint or any party accused of violating the Code of Ethics; and for other purposes. (Arrington) (MOTION TO APPROVE FAILED ON 1/24/24)(FILED) 24-0065 approve Fail ▶ jump to 250:25
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  83. 73 Request approval of a Resolution to allow for waiver of the signature requirement, if any, for traffic citations issued by the Fulton County Police Department for violations that occur within Unincorporated Fulton County if a motorist refuses to sign the citation; and for other purposes. (Arrington) 24-0066 approve Pass ▶ jump to 250:59
  84. 74 Request approval of a Resolution by the Fulton County Board Of Commissioners to acknowledge the importance of digital equity; to urge Congress to renew or extend the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) through 2024 so that all qualifying households in Fulton County will have access to affordable high-speed internet service; and for other purposes. (Barrett) (APPROVED) 24-0067 approve Pass ▶ jump to 257:33
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  86. 76 Commissioners' Full Board Appointments
  87. 77 BOARD OF ETHICS (APPROVED) Each member selected after the initial terms of office have expired shall serve a term of three (3) years or until the termination of his or her membership in the organization from which he or she was selected. The chair shall serve as chair for the remainder of the calendar year and until a successor is chosen. (See Fulton County Code of Laws, Section 2-80). Term = 3 years Term below expires: 2/12/2024 Chris Miller (Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce) The Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce recommended Chris Miller for a Full Board reappointment to a term ending February 12, 2027. 24-0068 approve Pass ▶ jump to 201:01
  88. 77 Request approval of a Resolution by the Fulton County Board of Commissioners directing an external review of the Board of Ethics; and for other purposes. (Arrington) (MOTION TO APPROVE FAILED ON 12/20/23 AND 1/10/24) (FAILED) approve Fail ▶ jump to 247:54
  89. 78 BOARD OF REGISTRATION AND ELECTIONS (APPROVED) The board shall be composed of five (5) members, each of whom shall be an elector and resident of Fulton County, who shall be appointed in the following manner: 1) Two (2) members shall be appointed by the governing authority of Fulton County from nominations made by the chairperson of the county executive committee of the political party whose candidates at the last preceding regular general election held for the election of all members of the General Assembly received the largest number of votes in this state for members of the General Assembly; 2) Two (2) members shall be appointed by the governing authority of Fulton County from nominations made by the chairperson of the county executive committee of the political party whose candidates at the election described in paragraph one (1) of this section received the second largest number of such votes; and 3) One (1) member shall be appointed by the governing authority of Fulton County from nominations made by the Fulton County legislative delegation in the General Assembly, which member shall be designated permanent chairperson of the board. The Fulton County legislative delegation shall be composed of all senators and representatives in the General Assembly whose districts are wholly or partially in Fulton County. Term = 2 Years Term below expires: 6/30/2025 Vacant (Fulton County Republican Party/BOC) The Fulton County Republican Party nominated Julie Adams for a Full Board appointment to an unexpired term ending June 30, 2025. 24-0071 approve Pass ▶ jump to 201:46
  90. 79 COUNTY MANAGER'S PRESENTATION AND DISCUSSION ITEMS
  91. 80 Open & Responsible Government
  92. 81 Presentation of the 2024 State Legislative Session Update. (PRESENTED) ▶ jump to 259:24
  93. 82 EXECUTIVE SESSION
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  95. 83 Executive (CLOSED) Sessions regarding litigation (County Attorney), real estate (County Manager), and personnel (Pitts). (APPROVED) PRESENT IN THE EXECUTIVE SESSION REGARDING LITIGATION, REAL ESTATE AND PERSONNEL: Chairman Pitts, Vice Chair Abdur-Rahman, Commissioners: Thorne, Ellis, Barrett, Hall, Arrington, and; County Manager Dick Anderson; County Attorney Y. Soo Jo; Public Works Director David Clark and Clerk to the Commission Tonya R. Grier. 24-0070 enter into executive session Pass ▶ jump to 202:40
  96. 84 ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 3:12 p.m
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  100. 97 Executive (CLOSED) Sessions regarding litigation (County Attorney), real estate (County Manager), and personnel (Pitts). (APPROVED) PRESENT IN THE EXECUTIVE SESSION REGARDING LITIGATION, REAL ESTATE AND PERSONNEL: Chairman Pitts, Vice Chair Abdur-Rahman, Commissioners: Thorne, Ellis, Barrett, Hall, Arrington, and; County Manager Dick Anderson; County Attorney Y. Soo Jo; Public Works Director David Clark and Clerk to the Commission Tonya R. Grier. 24-0070 approve Pass ▶ jump to 206:38
  101. 98 Executive (CLOSED) Sessions regarding litigation (County Attorney), real estate (County Manager), and personnel (Pitts). (APPROVED) PRESENT IN THE EXECUTIVE SESSION REGARDING LITIGATION, REAL ESTATE AND PERSONNEL: Chairman Pitts, Vice Chair Abdur-Rahman, Commissioners: Thorne, Ellis, Barrett, Hall, Arrington, and; County Manager Dick Anderson; County Attorney Y. Soo Jo; Public Works Director David Clark and Clerk to the Commission Tonya R. Grier. 24-0070 approve Pass ▶ jump to 207:04
  102. 99 Executive (CLOSED) Sessions regarding litigation (County Attorney), real estate (County Manager), and personnel (Pitts). (APPROVED) PRESENT IN THE EXECUTIVE SESSION REGARDING LITIGATION, REAL ESTATE AND PERSONNEL: Chairman Pitts, Vice Chair Abdur-Rahman, Commissioners: Thorne, Ellis, Barrett, Hall, Arrington, and; County Manager Dick Anderson; County Attorney Y. Soo Jo; Public Works Director David Clark and Clerk to the Commission Tonya R. Grier. 24-0070 approve Pass ▶ jump to 208:01