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Meeting Name: Board of Commissioners Agenda status: Final
Meeting date/time: 11/20/2024 10:00 AM Minutes status: Draft  
Meeting location: Assembly Hall
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24-0770 1  Consent - Board of CommissionersAdoption 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 Second Regular Meeting Agenda for separate consideration.   Not available Video Video
24-0771 1  Consent - Board of CommissionersProclamations for Spreading on the Minutes. Proclamation recognizing “Save A Girl Save A World Appreciation Day.” (Hall) November 8, 2024 Proclamation recognizing “Johns Creek Government Day.” (Thorne) November 14, 2024 Proclamation recognizing “Black Wealth Summit Appreciation Day.” (Pitts) November 15, 2024 Proclamation recognizing “Corey Ivory Appreciation Day.” (Hall) November 15, 2024 Proclamation recognizing “Ferrari Simmons Appreciation Day.” (Hall) November 15, 2024 Proclamation recognizing “Dr. Derrian Perry Appreciation Day.” (Hall) November 15, 2024   Not available Not available
24-0772 1  Consent - Board of CommissionersFULTON COUNTY COMMUNITY ZONING BOARD The Fulton County Board of Commissioners shall appoint seven (7) members to a Community Zoning Board for unincorporated Fulton County. Each member of the Fulton County Board of Commissioners shall nominate, for full Board approval, a member to the Community Zoning Board. All members shall be residents of Fulton County. From the membership of the Community Zoning Board, the Board of Commissioners shall appoint a Chair and Vice-Chair, to serve no more than two (2) years. Members of the Community Zoning Board serve at the pleasure of the Board of Commissioners and may be removed upon motion of the nominating Commissioner and affirmative vote of a majority of the Board of Commissioners. Term = The members shall serve a term consistent with that of the member of the Board of Commissioners making the nomination. Members shall serve no more than two (2) terms, either consecutive or non-consecutive. Term below expired: 12/31/2014 Vacant (District 1) Commissioner Thorne has nominated Jody Reichel for a District appointment to a term ending    Not available Not available
24-0773 1  Consent - Open & Responsible GovernmentRatification of October 2024 Grants Activity Report.   Not available Not available
24-0774 1  Consent - Open & Responsible GovernmentRequest approval to renew an existing contract - Department of External Affairs 23RFP081423A-KM, External Grant Writing & Support Services in an amount not to exceed $80,000.00 with Strategic Funding Group, Inc. (Atlanta, GA) to provide External Grant Writing Services. This action exercises the first of two renewal options. One renewal option remains. Effective January 1, 2025 through December 31, 2025.   Not available Not available
24-0775 1  Consent - Open & Responsible GovernmentRequest approval to renew an existing contract - Department of External Affairs 23RFP081423A-KM, External Grant Writing & Support Services in an amount not to exceed $20,000.00 with Think and Ink Grant Consulting, (Atlanta, GA) to provide External Grant Writing Services. This action exercises the first of two renewal options. One renewal option remains. Effective January 1, 2025 through December 31, 2025.   Not available Not available
24-0776 1  Consent - Open & Responsible GovernmentRequest approval to renew an existing contract - Department of Information Technology, 21ITB0929B -EC, W-2, 1099, and Affordable Care Act Filing, Processing, Printing, and Mailing Services, in an amount not to exceed $40,000.00 with National Payment Corporation (Tampa, FL) to provide a system to process, print, fold, and mail W-2 forms, 1099-Misc forms, 1099-R forms and Affordable Care Act (ACA) forms for employees, poll workers, retirees and vendors of the County. This action exercises the third of three renewal options. No renewal options remain. Effective Dates: January 1, 2025, through December 31, 2025.   Not available Not available
24-0777 1  Consent - Open & Responsible GovernmentRequest approval to renew existing contracts - Department of Real Estate and Asset Management, 22ITBC135037C-GS, Ballasts, Lamps, Light Fixtures and Related Supplies in an amount not to exceed $110,000.00 with (A) E. Sam Jones (Atlanta, GA) in an amount not to exceed $51,700.00; (B) Voss Electric Co. (Marietta, GA) in an amount not to exceed $25,300.00; (C) Summit Lighting Solutions (Lawrenceville, GA) in an amount not to exceed $12,100.00; (D) Regency Lighting (Los Angeles, CA) in an amount not to exceed $16,500.00; and, (E) Electrical Contractor (Covington, GA) in an amount not to exceed $4,400.00, to provide ballasts, lamps, light fixtures, and related items on an "as needed" basis for Fulton County facilities and parking lots. This action exercises the second of two renewal options. No renewal options remain. Effective dates: January 1, 2025, through December 31, 2025.   Not available Not available
24-0778 1  Consent - Open & Responsible GovernmentRequest approval of a Resolution approving a Lease Agreement between Fulton County, Georgia (Tenant) and Goode Van Slyke Properties, LLC, (Landlord) to continue providing library services at 409 John Wesley Dobbs Avenue, Atlanta, Georgia (Martin Luther King Jr. Branch Library); to authorize the Chairman to approve the Lease Agreement and related documents; to authorize the County Attorney to approve the Lease Agreement and related documents as to form and to make any modifications thereto to execution. Effective upon approval for a term of January 1, 2024 through December 31, 2004, with nine (9) renewal options. The monthly rental payment will be $12,040.00 per month, thorough 2028, if renewed and effective January 1st, 2029, the monthly rental payment shall increase to $12,728.00 for the five (5) available renewal periods ending December 2033, if renewed.   Not available Not available
24-0779 1  Consent - Open & Responsible GovernmentRequest approval of a Water Vault Easement Dedication of 859 square feet to Fulton County, Georgia, from Society of Saint Pius X of ATL, Inc., for the purpose of constructing the St. Michael’s Catholic Church Project at 715 Hardscrabble Road, Roswell, Georgia 30075.   Not available Not available
24-0780 1  Consent - Arts and LibrariesRequest approval of a Memorandum of Understanding (“MOU”) by and between Visual Artist Charly Palmer, Fulton County on behalf of the Auburn Avenue Research Library and the Atlanta-Fulton Public Library Foundation for the creation of an original artwork to commemorate AARL’s 30th Anniversary. This agreement shall remain in effect from the date of execution.   Not available Not available
24-0781 1  Consent - Health and Human ServicesRequest approval to increase the spending authority - Senior Services, 21RFP000027A-CJC, Senior Transportation Services in an amount not to exceed $321,577.55 with Transdev Incorporated (East Point, GA) to provide transportation services for Senior Services and Behavioral Health programs. This agenda item is 100% grant funded. These grant funds will be used between January 1, 2024 and December 31, 2024. Effective upon BOC approval.   Not available Not available
24-0782 1  Consent - Health and Human ServicesRequest approval to extend an existing contract - Public Works Department, 21RFP131557K-DB, Design/Build Services for Big Creek Water Reclamation Facility (WRF) Standby Generator System Project with the Georgia Power Company (Atlanta, GA) for an extension of time only to continue to provide installation and testing for power generation facilities at the Big Creek WRF at no additional cost. Effective upon BOC approval.   Not available Not available
24-0783 1  Consent - Justice and SafetyRequest approval of a Memorandum of Understanding between Fulton County and Douglas County for the provision of Back-Up 911 Service effective upon BOC approval through December 31, 2024, with five (5) renewal options ending December 31, 2029.   Not available Not available
24-0784 1  Consent - Justice and SafetyRequest approval to award a contract without competition - Police Department, 24SSREQ1337264B-RT, Draco Gas Delivery System in the amount not to exceed $27,375.00 with J & N Tactical Inc. (South Haven, MN) to provide a DRACO Gas Delivery System. Effective upon BOC approval for 12-month period. This is a one-time procurement.   Not available Not available
24-0785 1  Second Regular Meeting - BOCAdoption of the Second Regular Meeting Agenda.   Not available Video Video
24-0785 1  Second Regular Meeting - BOCAdoption of the Second Regular Meeting Agenda.   Not available Video Video
24-0786 1  Second Regular Meeting - BOCRatification of Minutes. Second Regular Meeting Minutes, October 16, 2024 First Regular Meeting Post Agenda Minutes, November 6, 2024   Not available Video Video
24-0787 1  Second Regular Meeting - BOCPresentation of Proclamations and Certificates.   Not available Video Video
24-0788 1  Public HearingsPublic 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   Not available Video Video
24-0789 1  Commissioners Presentation/DiscussionPresentation: Housing Authority of Fulton County   Not available Video Video
24-0790 1  CM Action Item - Open & Responsible GovernmentRequest approval to renew an existing contract - Department of Information Technology, 22ITBC1006B-PS, Fulton PC Refresh Enterprise Workstation in an amount not to exceed $1,950,000.00 with CDW Government (Vernon Hills, IL) to provide enterprise business class desktop personal computers (PCs), laptops, monitors and docking stations, specialty computing devices to include iPads, IMacs, MS Surface Pros and supporting peripherals. This action exercises the second of two renewal options. No renewal options remain. Effective January 1, 2025, through December 31, 2025.   Not available Video Video
24-0743 1  CM Action Item - Health and Human ServicesRequest approval to renew existing contracts - Senior Services, 21RFP000016A-CJC, Alternative Senior Transportation Services in an amount not to exceed $3,134,178.00 with Common Courtesy (Atlanta, GA) to provide transportation services/ride sharing to eligible Fulton County residents aged 60 and above. This action exercises the third of four renewal options. One renewal option remains. Effective January 1, 2025, through December 31, 2025. (HELD ON 11/6/24)   Not available Video Video
24-0791 1  CM Action Item - Justice and SafetyRequest approval to renew existing contracts - Police, 23RFP139745B-EC, Armed and Unarmed Security Services in the amount of $8,390,000.00 with Universal Protection Services dba Allied Universal Services (Atlanta, GA) to provide armed and unarmed security services for various County departments. This action exercises the first of two renewal options. One renewal option remains. Effective dates: January 1, 2025 through December 31, 2025.   Not available Video Video
24-0792 1  CM Action Item - Open & Responsible GovernmentPresentation of the Fulton County Operational Report.   Not available Video Video
24-0793 1  CM Action Item - Open & Responsible GovernmentPresentation of the FY2025 Proposed Operating Budget.   Not available Video Video
24-0794 1  CM Action Item - Open & Responsible GovernmentRequest approval of Task Order 2 - Department of Real Estate and Asset Management, 23ITB138741K-JAJ, Task Order Contract for Minor Construction Projects in an amount not to exceed $484,800.00 with Hawk Construction Company, LLC (Ellenwood, GA), to facilitate the repair of 101 jail cell doors and damaged cell walls located in jail housing unit 5 South at the Main Jail facility. Effective upon BOC approval until project completion as determined by the County.   Not available Video Video
24-0795 1  CM Action Item - Open & Responsible GovernmentRequest approval a of a statewide contract - Department of Real Estate and Asset Management, SWC# 99999-001-SPD0000112-0001, Fuel Card Management Services in an amount not to exceed $145,000.00 with WEX Bank (Salt Lake City, UT) to provide fuel card management services for Fulton County fleet vehicles. Effective date: January 1, 2025 through September 30, 2025.   Not available Video Video
24-0796 1  CM Action Item - Open & Responsible GovernmentRequest approval of a statewide contract - Department of Real Estate and Asset Management, SWC #99999-001-SPD0000154-0001, Facility Maintenance Solution in an amount not to exceed $131,368.00 with CGL Facility Management, LLC (Fayetteville, GA), to provide preventive and corrective maintenance services for the County-owned facility currently leased to the State of Georgia Department of Human Services located at 5710 Stonewall Tell Road, College Park, GA 30349. Effective dates: January 1, 2025, through July 14, 2025.   Not available Video Video
24-0797 1  CM Action Item - Open & Responsible GovernmentRequest approval of a recommended proposal - Department of Real Estate and Asset Management, 24RFP020124K-JA, Design/Build Services for North Fulton Health Human Services (HHS) Center in an amount not to exceed $15,417,450.00 with Beck PMI, Joint Venture, comprised of The Beck Group and Peachtree Mechanical Inc. (Atlanta, GA), to provide design/build services for the construction and renovation of 4700 North Point Parkway, Alpharetta, GA 30022. Effective upon issuance of Notice to Proceed (NTP) to substantial completion in 270 calendar days and final completion in 300 calendar days or as agreed between the County and the Design/Builder.   Not available Video Video
24-0798 1  CM Action Item - Open & Responsible GovernmentRequest approval of a recommended proposal - Department of Real Estate and Asset Management, 24RFP072424K-JA, Program Management and Professional Services for the Fulton County Jail Capital Improvement Program in an amount not to exceed $1,740,749.38 for Year 1, with ACR Partners, a joint venture comprised of AECOM Technical Services, Inc. (AECOM), Comprehensive Program Services (CPS) and H.J. Russell & Company (HJR) (Atlanta, GA), to provide a complete range of program management and professional services to support the Fulton County Jail Capital Improvement Program (“CIP”). Effective upon issuance of Notice to Proceed (NTP) for five (5) years, with one , two-year renewal option or until completion as determined by the County.   Not available Video Video
24-0799 1  CM Action Item - Health and Human ServicesRequest approval of a statewide contract - Community Development, SWC 99999-SPD-0000136-0008, Temporary Staffing Services in an amount not to exceed $148,075.00 with Corporate Temps 2000 (Norcross, GA) to continue temporary staffing services for the Department of Community Development. Effective January 1, 2025 through June 30, 2025.   Not available Video Video
24-0800 1  CM Action Item - Health and Human ServicesRequest approval of a statewide contract - Department of Senior Services, SWC99999-SPD0000136-003A, Temporary Staffing Services in an amount not to exceed $135,135.07 with New World Employment dba Snelling (Tucker, GA), to provide staffing services to support the operation of the Department of Senior Services facilities. Effective January 1, 2025 through June 30, 2025.   Not available Video Video
24-0801 1  CM Action Item - Health and Human ServicesRequest approval of the lowest responsible bidder - Department of Public Works, 24ITBC1329891A-JWT, Water Meter Vaults in the amount of $200,000.00 with Bartow Precast Inc., (Cartersville, GA), to provide water meter vaults. Effective January 1, 2025, through December 31, 2025, with two renewal options.   Not available Video Video
24-0802 1  CM Action Item - Health and Human ServicesRequest approval to extend an existing Contract - Public Works Department, 17RFP031617K-DJ, Progressive Design/Build Services for the Big Creek Water Reclamation Facility (WRF) Expansion Project Phase 2B with Archer Western-Brown and Caldwell Joint Venture (Atlanta, GA) in an amount not to exceed $279,436.22, utilizing the Owner’s Contingency to address additional work required and to extend the contract through March 21, 2025. Effective upon BOC approval.   Not available Video Video
24-0803 1  CM Action Item - Infrastructure and Economic DevelopmentRequest approval and associated funding of an initiative - Department of Economic Development - Select Fulton (Fulton Films Division), 2025 American Black Film Festival (ABFF) Honors in the amount of $30,000.00 with ABFF Ventures LLC dba NICE CROWD Burbank, CA to provide a Supporting Sponsorship in the amount of $25,000.00 and associated staff travel costs of $5,000.00 for the event. Effective upon approval, subject to appropriation of funding in the FY25 budget.   Not available Not available
24-0804 1  CM Action Item - Justice and SafetyRequest approval to utilize cooperative purchasing - Department of Emergency Services, General Services Administration Contract #GS-35F-0415V, in the amount of $219,852.13 with Quality Recording Solutions, LLC, Eventide (Roswell, GA) for the purchase of the 911 Recording System and to provide professional services required to upgrade and maintain the department’s current recording system. Effective upon BOC approval.   Not available Video Video
24-0805 1  CM Action Item - Justice and SafetyRequest approval to allocate $2,137,496.00 into the fiscal year 2024 budget for the Fulton County Sheriff’s Office. This amount will be drawn from the previously approved funding specifically designated for the Sheriff’s Office. The primary purpose of this allocation is to address and replenish the overtime expenses incurred over the past year. Additionally, these funds will be crucial for covering any unforeseen emergency overtime needs at the Jail, as well as facilitating payments related to the Public Safety Fair Labor Standards Act (PFLSA) for employees who have reached their maximum Compensatory Time.   Not available Video Video
24-0611 1  Commissioners Action ItemRequest approval of an Ordinance amending Part 1, Subpart B, Chapter 101- General Provisions and County Governing Authority Article I, Sec. 101-68 - Decorum, of the Code of Laws of Fulton County, Georgia Relating to Rules of Decorum Governing Meetings of the Board of Commissioners; and for other purposes. (Pitts) (HELD ON 9/18/24, 10/2/24, 10/16/24, AND 11/6/24)   Not available Video Video
24-0654 1  Commissioners Action ItemRequest approval of a Resolution to designate a resignation procedure for appointed members of the Boards, Commissions, Taskforces, Committees, Councils and authorities created under the authority of the Fulton County Board of Commissioners; and for other purposes. (Pitts) (HELD ON 10/2/24, 10/16/24, AND 11/6/24)   Not available Video Video
24-0655 1  Commissioners Action ItemRequest approval of a Resolution to ensure free accessibility to Fulton County records by County officials and employees as needed to fulfill their public duties and functions; and for other purposes. (Thorne) (HELD ON 10/2/24, 10/16/24, AND 11/6/24)   Not available Video Video
24-0767 1  Commissioners' Full Board AppointmentsATLANTA-FULTON COUNTY RECREATION AUTHORITY (STADIUM AUTHORITY) (MOTION TO HOLD FAILED ON 11/6/24) This Authority consists of nine (9) members: three (3) members appointed by the Board of Commissioners and six (6) members appointed by the City of Atlanta. Vacancies in the membership of the authority, whether caused by the expiration of term of office, death, resignation, or otherwise, shall be filled by the governing body of Fulton County or the City of Atlanta, upon the nomination of the chief executive officer and confirmation by the governing body of said city. Any member of the authority may be elected to succeed himself. All members, duly appointed, shall hold office until his or her successor shall be appointed and duly qualified. Any member, appointed to fill an unexpired term, shall serve only for the term of the member he or she replaced. Term = All subsequent terms of office shall be for four (4) years. Any person appointed to membership on the Authority who is a public official of the City of Atlanta or Fulton County at the time of his appointment shall serve as a mem   Not available Video Video
24-0764 1  CM Presentation - Open & Responsible GovernmentApproval of 2025 Legislative Agenda. (HELD ON 11/6/24)   Not available Video Video
24-0615 1  Commissioners Presentation/DiscussionDiscussion: Inmate Phone Contract & Jail Commissary Contract (Pitts) (HELD ON 9/18/24, 10/2/24, 10/16/24, AND 11/6/24)   Not available Video Video
24-0806 1  Commissioners Action ItemDiscussion: Update on City of Atlanta Water Bills (Barrett)   Not available Video Video
24-0807 1  Commissioners Action ItemDiscussion: Criminal Justice Coordinating Council (Barrett)   Not available Video Video
24-0808 1  Executive SessionExecutive (CLOSED) Sessions regarding litigation (County Attorney), real estate (County Manager), and personnel (Pitts).   Not available Video Video
24-0808 1  Executive SessionExecutive (CLOSED) Sessions regarding litigation (County Attorney), real estate (County Manager), and personnel (Pitts).   Not available Video Video
24-0808 1  Executive SessionExecutive (CLOSED) Sessions regarding litigation (County Attorney), real estate (County Manager), and personnel (Pitts).   Not available Video Video
24-0767 1  Commissioners' Full Board AppointmentsATLANTA-FULTON COUNTY RECREATION AUTHORITY (STADIUM AUTHORITY) (MOTION TO HOLD FAILED ON 11/6/24) This Authority consists of nine (9) members: three (3) members appointed by the Board of Commissioners and six (6) members appointed by the City of Atlanta. Vacancies in the membership of the authority, whether caused by the expiration of term of office, death, resignation, or otherwise, shall be filled by the governing body of Fulton County or the City of Atlanta, upon the nomination of the chief executive officer and confirmation by the governing body of said city. Any member of the authority may be elected to succeed himself. All members, duly appointed, shall hold office until his or her successor shall be appointed and duly qualified. Any member, appointed to fill an unexpired term, shall serve only for the term of the member he or she replaced. Term = All subsequent terms of office shall be for four (4) years. Any person appointed to membership on the Authority who is a public official of the City of Atlanta or Fulton County at the time of his appointment shall serve as a mem   Not available Video Video
24-0764 1  CM Presentation - Open & Responsible GovernmentApproval of 2025 Legislative Agenda. (HELD ON 11/6/24)   Not available Video Video
24-0764 1  CM Presentation - Open & Responsible GovernmentApproval of 2025 Legislative Agenda. (HELD ON 11/6/24)   Not available Video Video
24-0764 1  CM Presentation - Open & Responsible GovernmentApproval of 2025 Legislative Agenda. (HELD ON 11/6/24)   Not available Video Video
24-0764 1  CM Presentation - Open & Responsible GovernmentApproval of 2025 Legislative Agenda. (HELD ON 11/6/24)   Not available Video Video
24-0764 1  CM Presentation - Open & Responsible GovernmentApproval of 2025 Legislative Agenda. (HELD ON 11/6/24)   Not available Video Video
24-0764 1  CM Presentation - Open & Responsible GovernmentApproval of 2025 Legislative Agenda. (HELD ON 11/6/24)   Not available Video Video
24-0764 1  CM Presentation - Open & Responsible GovernmentApproval of 2025 Legislative Agenda. (HELD ON 11/6/24)   Not available Video Video
24-0764 1  CM Presentation - Open & Responsible GovernmentApproval of 2025 Legislative Agenda. (HELD ON 11/6/24)   Not available Video Video
24-0764 1  CM Presentation - Open & Responsible GovernmentApproval of 2025 Legislative Agenda. (HELD ON 11/6/24)   Not available Video Video
24-0764 1  CM Presentation - Open & Responsible GovernmentApproval of 2025 Legislative Agenda. (HELD ON 11/6/24)   Not available Video Video
24-0764 1  CM Presentation - Open & Responsible GovernmentApproval of 2025 Legislative Agenda. (HELD ON 11/6/24)   Not available Video Video
24-0764 1  CM Presentation - Open & Responsible GovernmentApproval of 2025 Legislative Agenda. (HELD ON 11/6/24)   Not available Video Video
24-0764 1  CM Presentation - Open & Responsible GovernmentApproval of 2025 Legislative Agenda. (HELD ON 11/6/24)   Not available Video Video
24-0764 1  CM Presentation - Open & Responsible GovernmentApproval of 2025 Legislative Agenda. (HELD ON 11/6/24)   Not available Video Video