BOC Work Session 7.19.22

July 19, 2022 - 09:00 AM

Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners Work Session Tuesday, July 19, 2022 - 10:00 AM

• 00:00:00

  Introduction

  
• 00:01:14

  Call To Order

  
• 00:01:58

  Approval of Agenda

  
• 00:02:18

  2022-0775

  Approval to appoint Helen Ellis, Brandon Harris and Alex Velker to the Upper Ocmulgee River Resource Conservation and Development Council, Inc. Term expires on June 20, 2023.

  
• 00:03:28

  2022-0776

  Approval of appointment to fill the unexpired term of Chris Fish on the Family & Children Services Board. Term expires June 30, 2024.

  
• 00:03:51

  2022-0781

  Approval of appointment to the Gwinnett Animal Control Hearing Board. Term expires July 31, 2023. Incumbent Sidra Safri. Chairwoman’s Appointment

  
• 00:04:09

  2022-0782

  Approval of appointment to the Gwinnett Animal Control Hearing Board. Term expires July 31, 2023. Incumbent Don Tam. District 1/Carden

  
• 00:04:27

  2022-0783

  Approval of appointment to the Gwinnett Animal Control Hearing Board. Term expires July 31, 2023. Incumbent Dr. Tameka Womack. District 2/Ku

  
• 00:04:46

  2022-0784

  Approval of appointment to the Gwinnett Animal Control Hearing Board. Term expires July 31, 2023. Incumbent Darryl Hughes. District 3/Watkins

  
• 00:05:05

  2022-0785

  Approval of appointment to the Gwinnett Animal Control Hearing Board. Term expires July 31, 2023. Incumbent Peg Murray. District 4/Fosque

  
• 00:05:22

  2022-0850

  Approval/authorization for the Chairwoman to sign any and all documents necessary to enter into an Intergovernmental Agreement with all cities located wholly or partially within Gwinnett County for the distribution of Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (SPLOST) Proceeds resulting from the November 8, 2022 referendum, if passed by the voters. Subject to approval as to form by the Law Department.

  
• 00:06:08

  2022-0851

  Approval/authorization for the Chairwoman to execute a Resolution and all other documents necessary to call for a referendum for a 2023 Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax Program; said referendum to be conducted on November 8, 2022. Subject to approval as to form by the Law Department.

  
• 00:06:29

  2022-0763

  Award BL061-22, purchase of bread on an annual contract (August 8, 2022 through August 7, 2023), Departments of Community Services, Corrections and Sheriff, to Bimbo Bakeries USA, Inc., base bid $361,288.00. (Staff Recommendation: Award)

  
• 00:07:22

  2022-0765

  Award BL065-22, purchase of safety shoes on an annual contract (July 21, 2022 through July 20, 2023), Departments of Community Services, Planning and Development, Transportation and Water Resources, to Saf-Gard Safety Shoe Co., base bid $157,750.00 (this represents a 2.5% decrease from the previous contract). (Staff Recommendation: Award)

  
• 00:08:02

  2022-0744

  Approval to renew BL075-18, provision of carpet and upholstery cleaning services on an annual contract (October 25, 2022 through October 24, 2023), Departments of Community Services, Fire and Emergency Services, Police Services, Support Services, and Water Resources, with Statewide Services, Inc., base bid $124,465.00. (Staff Recommendation: Approval)

  
• 00:08:50

  2022-0768

  Approval of the recommendation to increase the compensation of the Board of Equalization members from $100 to $120, effective September 1, 2022. (Staff Recommendation: Approval)

  
• 00:10:23

  2022-0749

  Award BL038-22, provision of commercial waste and recovered materials hauling on an annual contract (August 5, 2022 through August 4, 2023), to Georgia Waste Systems, LLC dba Waste Management, base bid $206,308.50. (Staff Recommendation: Award)

  
• 00:11:24

  2022-0786

  Award BL058-22, Mountain Park Aquatic Center & Activity Building roof replacement, to CGS, LLC, amount not to exceed $247,000.00. Contract to follow award. Subject to approval as to form by the Law Department. This contract is funded by the 2017 SPLOST Program. (Staff Recommendation: Award)

  
• 00:12:21

  2022-0809

  Award OS027-22, purchase of Claris Companion software subscriptions on an annual contract (July 20, 2022 through July 19, 2023), to Claris Healthcare, Inc., base amount $175,572.00. This contract is funded by the Atlanta Regional Commission. (Staff Recommendation: Award)

  
• 00:13:40

  2022-0753

  Approval to renew BL070-20, purchase of shelf stable meals on an annual contract (September 2, 2022 through September 1, 2023), with JA Foodservice Corporation, base bid $360,000.00. This contract is funded 79% by the Atlanta Regional Commission and 21% by the American Rescue Plan Act. (Staff Recommendation: Approval)

  
• 00:14:42

  2022-0664

  Approval/authorization of Change Order No. 2 final to BL103-20 Tribble Mill Park Improvements with Magnum Contracting, LLC, increasing the contract by $1,564.05 and extending the contract completion time by 90 days. The contract amount is adjusted from $2,835,735.35 to $2,837,299.40. This Project is funded by the 2017 SPLOST Program. Subject to approval as to form by the Law Department. (Staff Recommendation: Approval)

  
• 00:15:56

  2022-0665

  Approval/authorization of Change Order No. 1 final to BL037-20 George Pierce Park Improvements with TriScapes, Inc., decreasing the contract by $14,037.41 and extending the contract completion time by 236 days. The contract amount is adjusted from $2,554,084.00 to $2,540,046.59. This Project is funded by the 2014 SPLOST Program. Subject to approval as to form by the Law Department. (Staff Recommendation: Approval)

  
• 00:16:51

  2022-0738

  Approval/authorization to accept grant funds authorized with the annual contract for July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2023 from the Atlanta Regional Commission to be approved by the Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners. This annual contract will provide reimbursement for the eligible expenses incurred for senior services programs in Gwinnett County for the period of July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2023. The grant is funded through federal and state funds, with a required local match of $138,958.97 for a total contract amount of $2,174,757.65. The match requirement will be funded through the Health and Human Services Senior Services General Fund. Approval/authorization for the Chairwoman or designee to execute grant documents and any other necessary documents. Subject to approval as to form by the Law Department. (Staff Recommendation: Approval)

  
• 00:18:36

  2022-0755

  Approval of tax digest corrections, including changes to the digest, additions, deletions and errors discovered during the billing and collection process of the Tax Assessors and Tax Commissioner's Office. Adjustments amount to an increase of assessed value in the amount of $245,790.00, a decrease in assessed value of $16,406,080.00 for a net decrease of $16,160,290.00 for tax years 2016 through 2021. (Staff Recommendation: Approval) (Board of Assessors Approved on June 1, 2022, Vote 5-0)

  
• 00:19:51

  2022-0612

  Approval/authorization of a Resolution establishing the 2022 millage rates; authorizing the levy of taxes within Gwinnett County; and authorization for the Chairwoman to execute any and all documents related to the millage rates and digest submission to the Georgia Department of Revenue.

  
• 00:20:18

  2022-0767

  Approval/authorization of a Resolution Requesting Sales Tax Information from the Georgia Department of Revenue Pursuant to O.C.G.A. § 48- 2-15(d.1) and Naming a Designated Officer for All Related Purposes. Subject to approval as to form by the Law Department.

  
• 00:21:28

  2022-0777

  Approval/authorization of the May 31, 2022 Monthly Financial Status Report and ratification of all budget amendments.

  
• 00:23:20

  2022-0766

  Award OS022-22, purchase of triple combination rescue style pumpers, to Sutphen Corporation using a competitively procured Sourcewell contract in the amount of $5,408,037.18. This contract is funded by various SPLOST Programs. (Staff Recommendation: Award)

  
• 00:24:31

  2022-0816

  Approval to rescind award of BL008-22, provision of landscaping maintenance services on an annual contract (April 19, 2022 through April 18, 2023), to Seasons Landscapes Incorporated, and re-award to ACS Landscape Management, Inc. and Visionscapes, Inc., base bid $81,039.00. (Staff Recommendation: Approval)

  
• 00:25:47

  2022-0810

  Award RP008-22, provision of a wellness program on an annual contract (January 1, 2023 through December 31, 2023), to Sharecare, Inc., base amount $1,069,102.00 (negotiated cost savings of approximately $107,484.00). Contract to follow award. Subject to approval as to form by the Law Department. (Staff Recommendation: Award)

  
• 00:27:06

  2022-0721

  Approval to renew RP001-19, provision of medical and pharmacy benefit administration on an annual contract (January 1, 2023 through December 31, 2023), with Aetna Life Insurance Company, base amount $57,258,629.00. (Staff Recommendation: Approval)

  
• 00:27:59

  2022-0728

  Approval to renew RP001-21, provision of an HMO program on an annual contract (January 1, 2023 through December 31, 2023), with Kaiser Foundation Health Plan of Georgia, Inc., base amount $27,151,853.04. (Staff Recommendation: Approval)

  
• 00:28:45

  2022-0737

  Award BL062-22, RemedyForce service desk on an annual contract (July 30, 2022 through September 29, 2023), to RightStar, Inc., base bid $441,322.80. (Staff Recommendation: Award)

  
• 00:30:03

  2022-0742

  Award BL063-22, purchase of Liferay DXP Enterprise subscription and support on an annual contract (October 4, 2022 through October 3, 2023), to Link Development North America, LLC, base bid $120,940.88. (Staff Recommendation: Award)

  
• 00:30:50

  2022-0797

  Award OS020-22, provision of SAP maintenance and support services on a multi-year contract, to SAP Public Services, Inc. The initial term of this contract shall be August 1, 2022 through December 31, 2022, base amount $1,062,594.00. This contract may be automatically renewed on an annual basis for a total lifetime contract term of four (4) years, total base amount $3,885,723.00. Contract to follow award. Subject to approval as to form by the Law Department. (Staff Recommendation: Award)

  
• 00:32:41

  2022-0468

  Approval to renew RP019-21, provision and implementation of a digital automation solution on an annual contract (August 1, 2022 through July 31, 2023), with Carahsoft Technology Corporation, base amount $352,708.24. (Staff Recommendation: Approval)

  
• 00:34:05

  2022-0729

  Approval to renew OS024-18, Cisco maintenance and support on an annual contract (September 1, 2022 through August 31, 2023), with Prosys Information Systems, Inc., using a competitively procured State of Georgia contract, base amount $2,359,921.58. (Staff Recommendation: Approval)

  
• 00:35:38

  2022-0730

  Approval to renew OS029-20, purchase of EPermit hub digital plan room software on an annual contract (November 22, 2022 through November 21, 2023), with PermitRocket Software, LLC, base amount $153,077.24. (Staff Recommendation: Approval)

  
• 00:36:36

  2022-0757

  Approval/authorization for Declaration of Taking Condemnation proceedings for the property of Al Madinah Petroleum, Inc., consisting of 0.02 acres of fee simple right of way and 0.05 acres of 60-month temporary driveway easements, Tax Parcel No. R6244 081, 6367 Jimmy Carter Boulevard, amount $26,800.00. Subject to approval as to form by the Law Department. This project is funded by the 2014 SPLOST Program.

  
• 00:38:10

  2022-0758

  Approval/authorization for Declaration of Taking Condemnation proceedings for the property of Philip N. Moore and 6355 Jimmy Carter Blvd, LLC, consisting of 0.011 acres of permanent construction easement, 0.036 acres of 60-month temporary construction easement, and 0.013 acres of 60-month temporary driveway easement, Tax Parcel No. R6244 076, 6355 Jimmy Carter Boulevard, amount $14,000.00. Subject to approval as to form by the Law Department. This project is funded by the 2014 SPLOST program.

  
• 00:39:28

  2022-0759

  Approval/authorization for Declaration of Taking Condemnation proceedings for the property of Chi Atlanta I-85 LLC, consisting of 1.915 acres of fee simple right of way, 0.033 acres of 60-month temporary construction easement, and 1,182.80 linear feet of limited access rights, Tax Parcel No. R7153 130, 2935 Shawnee Industrial Way, amount $309,000.00. Subject to approval as to form by the Law Department. This project is funded by the 2014 SPLOST Program.

  
• 00:41:00

  2022-0751

  Approval of Time Lapse Requirements for Zoning of property located at 3175 Satellite Boulevard. The applicant, Banyan Street/GAP Satellite Place 600 Owner, LLC c/o Mahaffey Pickens Tucker, LLP, requests waiver of the 12-month time lapse requirement for zoning relating to prior case, RZM2021-00031.

  
• 00:42:05

  2022-0815

  Approval/authorization for the Chairwoman to execute a Resolution of Commitment supporting Gwinnett County’s application submission and program acceptance, if approved, for the Georgia Initiative for Community Housing. This program will offer collaboration and technical assistance that will help guide housing policy and support an action plan to expand housing opportunities. Approval for the Chairwoman, or designee, to execute any and all related documents. Subject to approval as to form by the Law Department. (Staff Recommendation: Approval)

  
• 00:43:12

  2022-0801

  Approval of Change Order No. 5 to RP014-18, provision of consulting services for an on-site assessment for a police situational awareness and crime response center, with Federal Engineering, Inc., extending the contract completion through December 31, 2022. Change Order to follow. Subject to approval as to form by the Law Department. (Staff Recommendation: Approval)

  
• 00:44:15

  2022-0774

  Approval/authorization to amend Chapter 34 of the Code of Ordinances of Gwinnett County by repealing Article III entitled "Alarm Systems" in its entirety and replacing it with a new Article III entitled "Alarm Systems." Subject to approval as to form by the Law Department.

  
• 00:45:57

  2022-0756

  Award OS024-22 purchase of TASER and body worn camera bundles on a multi-year contract, to Axon Enterprises, Inc. The initial term of this contract shall be upon execution through December 31, 2022, base amount $873,885.90. This contract may be automatically renewed on an annual basis for a total lifetime contract term of five (5) years, total base amount $4,335,672.70. Contract to follow award. Subject to approval as to form by the Law Department. (Staff Recommendation: Award)

  
• 00:47:31

  2022-0750

  Approval for the Sheriff to execute a Memorandum of Understanding with the United Way of Greater Atlanta to provide homeless individuals released from the Gwinnett County jail with shelter, substance abuse treatment, job skills training, crime prevention education, and case management assistance as an overall collaborative effort to reduce recidivism. Funding provided to the United Way of Greater Atlanta in the amount of $225,000.00 for FY 2022. Subject to approval as to form by the Law Department.

  
• 00:49:29

  2022-0739

  Award BL042-22, Gwinnett Justice and Administration Center campus lighting phase II project, to Electrical Contractor Incorporated, amount not to exceed $704,572.00. Contract to follow award. Subject to approval as to form by the Law Department. (Staff Recommendation: Award)

  
• 00:50:32

  2022-0747

  Award BL025-22, fire alarm replacement projects at various locations, to Entec Systems, Inc., amount not to exceed $213,912.00. (Staff Recommendation: Award)

  
• 00:51:25

  2022-0752

  Approval to declare the June 2022 surplus vehicle and equipment list as surplus/salvage to be disposed of in accordance with the Gwinnett County Code of Ordinances. (Staff Recommendation: Approval)

  
• 00:52:10

  2022-0779

  Approval/authorization of Change Order No. 1 to RP031-20, Construction Manager (CM) at Risk for the Preconstruction and Construction of Gwinnett County Fire Station No. 13, with Reeves Young, LLC, increasing the contract by $198,641.15 and extending the contract completion time by 21 days. The contract amount is adjusted from $7,000,000.00 to $7,198,641.15. This project is funded by the 2017 SPLOST Program. Subject to approval as to form by the Law Department. (Staff Recommendation: Approval)

  
• 00:53:12

  2022-0814

  Approval/authorization for the Chairwoman to execute any and all documents necessary to grant a Right of Way Easement to Jackson Electric Membership Corporation for installation and maintenance of an underground power line to serve the Police Fleet Maintenance Facility at 770 Hi Hope Road. Subject to approval as to form by the Law Department. (Staff Recommendation: Approval)

  
• 00:53:54

  2022-0802

  Award BL047-22, resurfacing of major County roads on a term contract, to E.R. Snell Contractor, Inc., base bid $7,579,255.00. Contract to follow award. Subject to approval as to form by the Law Department. This contract is funded by the 2017 SPLOST Program. (Staff Recommendation: Award)

  
• 00:55:34

  2022-0803

  Award BL048-22, resurfacing of residential County roads on a term contract, to E.R. Snell Contractor, Inc. and Sunbelt Asphalt Surfaces, Inc., base bid $18,582,172.00. Contract to follow award. Subject to approval as to form by the Law Department. This contract is funded by the 2017 SPLOST Program. (Staff Recommendation: Award)

  
• 00:56:32

  2022-0585

  Approval of incorporation of Hickory Ridge Road into the Gwinnett County Speed Hump Program. Total estimated cost is $24,000.00. This project is funded by the 2017 SPLOST Program. Subject to the approval as to form by the Law Department. (Staff Recommendation: Approval)

  
• 00:57:31

  2022-0586

  Approval of incorporation of Anderson-Livsey Lane (Castle Gate Drive to End of Street) into the Gwinnett County Speed Hump Program. Total estimated cost is $8,000.00. This project is funded by the 2017 SPLOST Program. Subject to the approval as to form by the Law Department. (Staff Recommendation: Approval)

  
• 00:58:29

  2022-0588

  Approval of incorporation of Rockbridge Drive into the Gwinnett County Speed Hump Program. Total estimated cost is $16,000.00. This project is funded by the 2017 SPLOST Program. Subject to the approval as to form by the Law Department. (Staff Recommendation: Approval)

  
• 00:59:19

  2022-0638

  Approval/authorization for the Chairwoman to sign a letter of consensus indicating agreement with the Georgia Department of Transportation and the Federal Highway Administration on the status of various documents related to the I-85 Planning and Environmental Linkages Study. Subject to approval as to form by the Law Department. (Staff Recommendation: Approval)

  
• 01:00:31

  2022-0682

  Approval/authorization for the Chairwoman to execute an Agreement with the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) for the acquisition of right of way for the SR 316 from East of Cedars Road to East of CR 5661/Fence Road Interchange project. This agreement outlines the requirements for Gwinnett County to acquire right of way for this project on roads which are maintained by GDOT. The agreement commits Federal Funds for the reimbursement up to an amount of $7,780,000.00 for eligible right of way expenses. The cost for the right of way acquisition for this project will be funded by GDOT. Approval/authorization for the Chairwoman or designee to execute any and all related documents. Subject to approval as to form by the Law Department. (Staff Recommendation: Approval)

  
• 01:01:50

  2022-0683

  Approval/authorization for the Chairwoman to execute an Agreement with the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) for the acquisition of right of way for the SR 316 at CR 5661/Fence Road & New Location from Fence Road to SR 8 Interchange project. This agreement outlines the requirements for Gwinnett County to acquire right of way for this project on roads which are maintained by GDOT. The agreement commits Federal Funds for the reimbursement up to an amount of $1,360,000.00 for eligible right of way expenses. The cost for the right of way acquisition for this project will be funded by GDOT. Approval/authorization for the Chairwoman or designee to execute any and all related documents. Subject to approval as to form by the Law Department. (Staff Recommendation: Approval)

  
• 01:02:54

  2022-0684

  Approval/authorization for the Chairwoman to execute an Agreement with the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) for the acquisition of right of way for the SR 316 from East of Fence Road to West of Sugarloaf Parkway Interchange project. This agreement outlines the requirements for Gwinnett County to acquire right of way for this project on roads which are maintained by GDOT. The agreement commits Federal Funds for the reimbursement up to an amount of $21,080,000.00 for eligible right of way expenses. The cost for the right of way acquisition for this project will be funded by GDOT. Approval/authorization for the Chairwoman or designee to execute any and all related documents. Subject to approval as to form by the Law Department. (Staff Recommendation: Approval)

  
• 01:03:44

  2022-0772

  Approval/authorization for the Chairwoman to execute a Purchase and Sale Agreement with The Haven at Hebron, Inc., on the Sugarloaf Parkway Extension Phase II project, including authority to execute any and all related documents necessary to consummate the transaction. This agreement involves the purchase of 10.245 acres of fee simple right of way, 1,444.86 linear feet of limited access rights, and 14,484.48 square feet of temporary driveway easement at a cost of $450,000.00. Subject to approval as to form by the Law Department. This agreement is funded by the 2014 SPLOST Program. (Staff Recommendation: Approval)

  
• 01:04:48

  2022-0778

  Approval/authorization to apply for and accept, if awarded Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Section 5307, 5337 and 5339 formula grant funds, in a total amount not to exceed $18,332,583.00, which includes a required local match of $5,341,347.00. These grant funds will provide Federal assistance for operating expenses, preventative maintenance, and bus purchases. Approval/authorization for the Chairwoman, or designee, to execute any and all related documents. Subject to approval as to form by the Law department.

  
• 01:06:02

  2022-0818

  Approval/authorization of a Resolution establishing the Gwinnett County Transportation Citizens Project Selection Committee. Subject to approval as to form by the Law Department. (Staff Recommendation: Approval)

  
• 01:06:25

  2022-0762

  Award BL049-22, Alcovy River pump station improvements, to Reeves Young, LLC, amount not to exceed $9,825,000.00. Contract to follow award. Subject to approval as to form by the Law Department. (Staff Recommendation: Award) (Water and Sewerage Authority Approved on July 11, 2022, Vote 3-0.)

  
• 01:07:22

  2022-0805

  Award BL060-22, repair and replacement of water service lines on an annual contract (July 20, 2022 through July 19, 2023), to The Dickerson Group, Inc., base bid $1,000,000.00. (Staff Recommendation: Award) (Water and Sewerage Authority Approved on July 11, 2022, Vote 3-0.)

  
• 01:08:04

  2022-0618

  Approval to renew BL012-19, coatings restoration on an annual contract (August 7, 2022 through August 6, 2023), with A&D Painting, Inc.; Baker Building Services, Inc.; CROM, LLC dba CROM Coatings and Restoration; and Llamas Coatings, Inc., base bid $1,750,000.00 (negotiated cost savings of approximately $9,466.00). (Staff Recommendation: Approval) (Water and Sewerage Authority Approved on July 11, 2022, Vote 3-0.)

  
• 01:08:49

  2022-0808

  Approval of Change Order No. 3 to RP001-20 The Water Tower Global Innovation Hub - Phase 1 with Reeves Young, LLC, extending the contract completion time by eighty-six (86) calendar days. Subject to approval as to form by the Law Department. (Staff Recommendation: Approval) (Water and Sewerage Authority Approved on July 11, 2022, Vote 3-0.)

  
• 01:09:51

  2022-0644

  Approval/authorization for the Chairwoman to execute a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) and a Contract Item Agreement (CIA) with the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) for water relocations associated with the SR 140 Jimmy Carter Boulevard at CR 1911 Brook Hollow Parkway project for an estimated cost of $7,988.95. Subject to approval as to form by the Law Department. (Staff Recommendation: Approval)

  
• 01:10:51

  2022-0807

  Approval/authorization for the Chairwoman to designate the Director of the Department of Water Resources (DWR) as an authorized agent for all documents necessary to submit an easement application to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACOE) for the Wayne Mason Raw Water Intake. Subject to approval as to form by the Law Department. (Staff Recommendation: Approval) (Water and Sewerage Authority Approved on July 11, 2022, Vote 3-0.)

  
• 01:12:18

  Adjournment