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MINUTES OF SEPTEMBER 18, 2023
Briton S. Williams, Mayor
Jenafer F. McCauley, Councilmember – Mayor Pro Tem
David B. Buck, Councilmember
Pat C. Carpenter, Councilmember
David W. McGhee, Councilmember
Eric H. Presnell, Councilmember
Kevin W. Toole, Councilmember
ORDER OF BUSINESS
The Public Power Hour was streamed for public viewing online at: “City of North Augusta – Public
Information” on www.Facebook.com and “City of North Augusta Public Information” on
www.YouTube.com.
PUBLIC POWER HOUR
The September 18, 2023 Public Power Hour began at 5:30pm Members present were Mayor Williams,
Councilmembers Buck, Carpenter, McCauley, McGhee, and Presnell
Member absent was Councilmember Toole.
Also, in attendance were Ricky Jones, Manager of Information Technology and Jamie Paul, City Clerk.
1. April Jordan Director of Cumbee Center to Assist Abused Persons, Inc, spoke on October being
Domestic Violence Awareness Month and the purple ribbons that will be on the light poles
downtown with information that will accompany the ribbons. (See Attachment #1)
For more details see the following link for Public Power Hour:
https://www.northaugustasc.gov/government/mayor-city-council/mayor/public-power-hour
The Public Power Hour concluded at 5:44 pm.
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REGULAR MEETING
The Regular meeting of the City Council of the City of North Augusta of September 18, 2023 having been
duly publicized was called to order by Mayor Williams at 6:00pm and also streamed online for public
viewing at “City of North Augusta – Public Information” on www.Facebook.com and on the City YouTube
page: “City of North Augusta Public Information”. Per Section 30-4-80, (e) notice of the meeting by email
was sent out to the current maintained “Agenda Mailout” list consisting of news media outlets and
individuals or companies requesting notification. Notice of the meeting was also posted on the outside
doors of the Municipal Center, the main bulletin board of the Municipal Center located on the first floor,
and the City of North Augusta website.
Mayor Williams rendered the invocation and the Pledge of Allegiance.
Members present were Mayor Williams, Councilmembers Buck, Carpenter, McCauley, McGhee, and
Presnell.
Member absent was Councilmember Toole.
Also, in attendance were James S. Clifford, City Administrator; Rachelle Moody, Assistant City
Administrator; Kelly F. Zier, City Attorney; Tommy Paradise, Director of Planning & Development; Ricky
Jones, Manager of Information Technology, and Jamie Paul, City Clerk.
Mayor Williams introduced Boy Scout Troop #7 and invited them up to recite the Pledge of Allegiance.
ITEM 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
The minutes of the City Council Meeting of August 21, Special Called City Council Meeting of September
7, Special Called City Council Public Hearing and Meeting of September 11, and Study Session of
September 11, 2023, were approved as submitted by general consent.
ITEM 5. PROCLAMATIONS:
a. Direct Support Professionals Recognition Week, September 10-16, 2023
Mayor Williams read the proclamation for Direct Support Professionals Recognition Week, September
10-16, 2023 and presented to Tawanda Baitmon, Quality Assurance Coordinator for Tri-Development
Center of Aiken County, Inc. and team. (See Attachment #5a)
b. Constitution Week, September 17-23, 2023
Mayor Williams read the proclamation for Constitution Week, September 17-23, 2023 and presented to
Lauren Hammond of the Daughters of American Revolution Chapter. (See Attachment #5b)
c. Stormwater Awareness Week, September 24-30, 2023
Mayor Williams read the proclamation for Stormwater Awareness Week, September 24-30, 2023 and
presented to Stormwater Manager Tanya Strickland. (See Attachment #5c)
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d. Recognition of Don “Ramblin” Rhodes
Mayor Williams read the proclamation recognizing the late Don “Ramblin” Rhodes and presented the
proclamation to Mr. Rhodes sister, Linda Humphrey. (See Attachment #5d)
NEW BUSINESS
ITEM 6. PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT: Ordinance No. 2023-15 Adopting the North Augusta
Development Code, Chapter 18 of the City of North Augusta, South Carolina Code of Ordinances,
Providing for New Zoning and Land Development Regulations and Updating the City-Wide Zoning Map
Accordingly – First Reading
Mayor Williams stated that at the public hearing there were numerous suggestions with potential changes
for the development code. He requested that with the input received from the public and staff to have
the Planning Commission review again and provide recommendations at a future Council meeting.
It was moved by Mayor Williams, seconded by Councilmember McCauley, to table Ordinance No. 2023-
15 Adopting the North Augusta Development Code, Chapter 18 of the City of North Augusta, South
Carolina Code of Ordinances, Providing for New Zoning and Land Development Regulations and Updating
the City-Wide Zoning Map Accordingly – First Reading and have the Planning and Development
Commission update the recommended changes to the Development Code and bring back to a future
Council meeting. Unanimously Approved.
(See Attachment #6)
ITEM 7. ADMINISTRATION: Resolution No. 2023-33 Advising the City Administrator how to Respond
to Greenstone NG, LLC, Concerning a Proposal for the Sale by Greenstone NG LLC of the Property
Generally Known as the MEDAC Building to the City
No public comment.
Mayor Williams read a portion of the resolution into the record clarifying that the City will not be pursuing
the purchase of such property at this time related to the MEDAC Building.
It was moved by Councilmember McCauley, seconded by Councilmember Buck, to approve Resolution No.
2023-33 Advising the City Administrator how to Respond to Greenstone NG, LLC, Concerning a Proposal
for the Sale by Greenstone NG LLC of the Property Generally Known as the Medac Building to the City and
not to accept the proposal from Greenstone NG, LLC. Unanimously Approved.
(See Attachment #7)
ITEM 8. ADMINISTRATION: Resolution No. 2023-34 Authorizing Multiple Expenditures from Fund 36
Ancillary to the Regional Solid Waste Transfer Station Project
No public comment.
Mr. Clifford stated that the funding would come from the interest of Fund 36 Ancillary to purchase
ancillary items and projects associated with the transfer station, not to exceed $795,000.
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It was moved by Councilmember Carpenter, seconded by Councilmember McGhee, to approve Resolution
No. 2023-34 Authorizing Multiple Expenditures from Fund 36 Ancillary to the Regional Solid Waste
Transfer Station Project. Unanimously Approved.
(See Attachment #8)
ITEM 9. ADMINISTRATION: Resolution No. 2023-35 to Provide a Local Match for a Municipal Association
of South Carolina Hometown Economic Development Grant
No public comment.
Mr. Clifford stated that the City is earmarking the funds to match if the City is awarded the grant.
It was moved by Councilmember Presnell, seconded by Councilmember McCauley, to approve Resolution
No. 2023-35 to Provide a Local Match for a Municipal Association of South Carolina Hometown Economic
Development Grant. Unanimously Approved.
(See Attachment #9)
ITEM 10. PARKS, RECREATION, AND TOURISM: Resolution No. 2023-36 Authorizing the City of North
Augusta to Accept the Low Bid from Kenrick’s Construction for the Riverview Park Dugout
Replacements, Fields 1 & 2
No public comment.
Mr. Clifford explained there were numerous bidders, however, the budgeted amount was for $60,000 and
the low bid came in at $77,352. He clarified the resolution includes the additional allocation from the
Capital Projects Fund to award the contract to Kenrick’s Construction for the full amount.
It was moved by Councilmember Presnell, seconded by Councilmember McGhee, to approve Resolution
No. 2023-36 Authorizing the City of North Augusta to Accept the Low Bid from Kenrick’s Construction for
the Riverview Park Dugout Replacements, Fields 1 & 2. Unanimously Approved.
(See Attachment #10)
ITEM 11. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
Assistant Administrator Moody pointed out that the Sanitation Department has filled all open positions
and will be fully on board over the next couple of weeks.
Ms. Moody stated that the City should be receiving the Urban Tree Canopy Expansion Grant, a federal
grant through the Inflation Reduction Act. She explained that project will be done in three areas in the
City’s public right-of-way with 256 trees. She noted that the areas were chosen strategically based on the
City’s tree canopy study. She added that the grant amount would be for $459,301, project to start in the
new year, and will be completed over three phases.
ITEM 12. PRESENTATIONS/COMMUNICATIONS/RECOGNITION OF VISITORS:
A. Citizen Comments:
No comment.
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PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, direct support professionals, including direct care workers, personal assistants,
personal attendants, in-home support workers, and paraprofessionals, are key to providing
publicly funded, long-term support and services for millions of individuals with disabilities; and
WHEREAS, direct support professionals arrive for work every day ready to do all they can to
ensure the health and safety of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and autism,
providing essential support that ensures all individuals are included as a valued part of their
community, supported at home, at work, and in their communities, and empowered to live with
dignity that all people deserve: and
WHEREAS, direct support professionals ensure that individuals with disabilities thrive through
connections to their families, friends, and communities, thereby avoiding more costly institutional
care; and
WHEREAS, providing a broad range of individualized supports, from navigating the routines of
daily home life, job training, financial matters, medical appointments, and personal interest to
providing transportation o school, work, religious, and recreational activities and keeping people
with disabilities safe and healthy during the pandemic and volunteering to quarantine with
individuals served to reduce transmission of the virus direct support professional must build close,
respectful, and trusting relationships with the people they serve to empower them to fully
participate in their communities; and
WHEREAS, increased awareness and recognition of direct support professionals can help
alleviate the critical and growing shortage of these important healthcare workers in the Palmetto
State.
NOW THEREFORE, I, Briton S. Williams, Mayor of the City of North Augusta, South Carolina,
do hereby proclaim September 10 - 16, 2023, as
DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONALS RECOGNITION WEEK
in the City of North Augusta, South Carolina, and urge all our citizens to honor our direct support
professionals for their dedication and contributions that enhance the lives of individuals of all
ages with disabilities.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the seal of the City of North
Augusta, South Carolina, to be affixed this 18th day of September, 2023.
Briton S. Williams, Mayor
City of North Augusta
ATTACHMENT #5a Page 1 of 1
PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, our Founding Fathers, including South Carolinians, Pierce Butler, Charles
Pinckney, John Rutledge, and Charles Cotesworth Pinckney, risked their fortunes, and some even
their lives, to secure the blessings of liberty for themselves and their posterity, did ordain and
establish a Constitution for the United States of America; and
WHEREAS, September 17, 2023, marks the two hundred and thirty-sixth anniversary of the
drafting of the Constitution of the United States by the Constitutional Convention; and
WHEREAS, the anniversary of the signing of the Constitution provides an historic opportunity
for all Americans to learn about and recall the achievements of our Founders, and to reflect on
the rights and privileges of citizenship as well as its attendant responsibilities; and
WHEREAS, the independence guaranteed to the American people by the Constitution should be
celebrated by appropriate ceremonies and activities during Constitution Week, September 17
through 23, 2023, as designated by proclamation of the President of the United States of America
in accordance with Public Law 915.
NOW THEREFORE, I, Briton S. Williams, Mayor of the City of North Augusta, South Carolina,
do hereby proclaim September 17 - 23, 2023, as
CONSTITUTION WEEK
in the City of North Augusta, South Carolina, and urge all our citizens to reflect during that week
on the many benefits of our Federal Constitution and the privileges and responsibilities of
American citizenship.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the seal of the City of North
Augusta, South Carolina, to be affixed this 18th day of September, 2023.
Briton S. Williams, Mayor
City of North Augusta
ATTACHMENT #5b Page 1 of 1
PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, polluted water released into our local creeks, streams, reservoirs, and rivers can cause harm
to human health and wildlife, contaminate our drinking water sources, and threaten the ability to take part
in recreational water activities; and
WHEREAS, population growth, residential and commercial development, and the resulting changes to the
natural drainage and hydrology of the land will only deepen our concern for stormwater quantity and
quality in the City of North Augusta; and
WHEREAS, the most common source of pollution to our water resources is stormwater runoff that includes
yard waste, pet waste, vehicle fluids, trash, and sediment; and
WHEREAS, these impacts cannot be entirely avoided, or eliminated, but can be reduced with the use of
education, outreach, and change in everyday pollution prevention practices; and
WHEREAS, our Stormwater Management Department is equipped to aid in the development and
implementation of effective education and outreach programs in connection with other municipalities and
organizations within the CSRA, that will meet state and federal stormwater pollution control requirements;
and
WHEREAS, this need arises from regulatory requirements, but also from the local community members,
residents of our City, and local stakeholders and decision makers that will benefit from a greater awareness
of the cumulative impacts our decisions make at home, at work, at school, and through local policy, effect
the water quality of the Savannah River and our local water resources; and
WHEREAS, the year 2023 marks the 2nd annual Stormwater Awareness Week sponsored in the City of
North Augusta.
NOW THEREFORE, I, Briton S. Williams, Mayor of the City of North Augusta, South Carolina, do hereby
proclaim the week September 24 – September 30, 2023, as
Stormwater Awareness Week
in the City of North Augusta and I urge all citizens to pay tribute to water resources and to recognize the
impact we can have to protect and preserve the water quality our creeks, streams, reservoirs, and rivers
and the quality of life water brings to our city.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the seal of the City of North Augusta,
South Carolina, to be affixed this 18th day of September, 2023.
Briton S. Williams, Mayor
City of North Augusta
ATTACHMENT #5c Page 1 of 1
PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, Don Rhodes longtime North Augusta resident passed away on June 9, 2023; and
WHEREAS, Don was originally born in Gainesville, Texas, however, considered North Augusta as his
home. He graduated from the University of Georgia School of Journalism in 1967, where he was hired by
Morris Communications Company as a police beat reporter for the Savannah Evening Press; and
WHEREAS, Don transferred to Augusta in 1970, where he covered politics and entertainment for the
Augusta Herald and Augusta Chronicle until 1993 when he transferred within the Morris Communications
Company family owned business to the corporate communications department; and
WHEREAS, Don served as the publication’s editor of the Morris Communications Company and
publications manager of the National Barrel Horse Association and the Augusta Futurity until his passing;
and
WHEREAS, Don was known nationally for his music column “Ramblin Rhodes” and observed its 50th
anniversary in October 2020. He also served on the Board of Directors for the Augusta Museum of History,
Arts and Heritage Center of North Augusta, and the Heritage Council of North Augusta; and
WHEREAS, Don has been the historian of the Jesse C. Lynch Memorial American Legion Post 71 in North
Augusta and was made an honorary lifetime member of the Augusta Genealogical Society; and
WHEREAS, Don was a noted author that published nine books including James Brown “Say it Loud”, Ty
Cobb “Safe at Home”, and most recently stories about North Augusta; and
WHEREAS, Don could always be counted on for research knowledge for projects, exhibits, historical
markers, and presentations. He had numerous music associations which included entertainers such as
Brenda Lee, Dolly Parton, Becky Hobbs, The Judd’s, and locally James Brown, Flo Carter, and the Lewis
family. In addition, he was friends with Sharon Jones and was instrumental in naming the North Augusta
Amphitheater after her; and
WHEREAS, Don Rhodes was a special friend to all who knew him. His love for North Augusta and its
history was evident in his life. His dedication and literary efforts will live on for generations to come.
NOW THEREFORE, I, Briton S. Williams, on behalf of the citizens of the City of North Augusta do hereby
recognize
Don “Ramblin” Rhodes
dedication to the City of North Augusta and his citizens and as a final tribute to Don Rhodes: “Thanks for
the Memories.”
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the seal of the City of North Augusta,
South Carolina, to be affixed this 18th day of September, 2023.
Briton S. Williams, Mayor
City of North Augusta
ATTACHMENT #5d Page 1 of 1
ORDINANCE NO. 2023-15
ADOPTING THE NORTH AUGUSTA DEVELOPMENT CODE,
CHAPTER 18 OF THE CITY OF NORTH AUGUSTA, SOUTH CAROLINA
CODE OF ORDINANCES, PROVIDING FOR NEW ZONING AND LAND DEVELOPMENT
REGULATIONS AND UPDATING THE CITY-WIDE ZONING MAP ACCORDINGLY
WHEREAS, pursuant to Title 6, Chapters 29 and 31 of the South Carolina Code, the North
Augusta Planning Commission has the responsibility to prepare zoning and land development
regulations for adoption by the North Augusta City Council; and
WHEREAS, such zoning and land development regulations have been revised and updated
approximately every ten (10) years; and
WHEREAS; the most recently revised regulations were adopted in 2007 as the North
Augusta Development Code; and
WHEREAS, the North Augusta Planning Commission has spent several years in the
preparation of a Development Code which is consistent with the city's 2022 Comprehensive Plan;
and
WHEREAS, the proposed Development Code incorporates all city zoning and land
development regulations; and
WHEREAS, the proposed Development Code will replace the 2007 North Augusta
Development Code; and
WHEREAS, public comment was solicited through formal public hearings and informal
communication throughout the multiyear document preparation process; and
WHEREAS, the 2023 North Augusta Development Code is consistent with the city's 2022
Comprehensive Plan; and
WHEREAS, the North Augusta Planning Commission approved the draft North Augusta
Development Code on June 6, 2023 and recommended it to the City Council for approval; and
WHEREAS, City Council held a public hearing on September 11, 2023 in accordance with
Section 6-29-760 of the South Carolina Code of Laws; and
WHEREAS, an updated zoning map for the purposes of aligning existing zoning districts
with new zoning district names and designations has been prepared which does not change the
underlying zoning district classifications.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF NORTH AUGUSTA, SOUTH CAROLINA, IN MEETING DULY ASSEMBLED
AND BY THE AUTHORITY THEREOF, THAT:
ATTACHMENT #6 Page 1 of 4
ORDINANCE ADOPTING THE NORTH AUGUSTA’S DEVELOPMENT CODE
I. The North Augusta Development Code, Chapter 18 of The City of North Augusta, South
Carolina Code of Ordinances, Providing for New Zoning and Land Development Regulations for
the City of North Augusta, South Carolina, is hereby adopted and shall read as follows:
North Augusta Development Code Chapter 18 of the City of North Augusta Code of Ordinances
Article 1. Authority and Purpose
Article 2. Applicability and Conformity
Article 3. Nonconformities
Article 4. Zoning Districts Established
Article 5. Uses and Use Conditions
Article 6. Building and Lot Standards
Article 7. Landscaping, Buffers, Open Space, and Trails
Article 8. Parking, Loading, and Stacking
Article 9. Signs
Article 10. Mobility
Article 11. Adequate Public Facilities
Article 12. Utilities
Article 13. Environmental Standards
Article 14. Design and Performance Standards
Article 15. Floodplain Management
Article 16. Land Subdivision
Article 17. Administrative Roles and Responsibilities
Article 18. Administration and Enforcement
Article 19. Definitions
ATTACHMENT #6 Page 2 of 4
Appendix A. Definitions
Appendix B. Application Documents
Appendix C. Approved Plants
Appendix D. Construction Standards
Appendix E. Erosion and Sediment Control
Appendix F. Stormwater Quality
Appendix G. Stormwater System Design Standards (Text of ordinance)
II. Upon adoption of this ordinance on second and final reading, the previous Development
Code, Ordinance #2007-22, adopted December 17, 2007, along with all amendments thereto, is
repealed in its entirety.
III. All other Ordinances or parts of Ordinances in conflict herewith are, to the extent of
such conflict, hereby repealed.
IV. The North Augusta Development Code will be effective upon adoption.
V. All development applications deemed complete and received by the city prior to adoption of
the North Augusta Development Code will be processed under the 2007 North Augusta
Development Code.
VI. If the Planning Director determines that a project was significantly under design but not yet
submitted the Planning Director may, in his discretion, may allow the project to be developed
under the previous code.
VII. The attached city-wide Zoning Map for the City of North Augusta, South Carolina is hereby
adopted for the purposes of applying new zoning district names and designations and does not
change the underlying zoning district classifications.
VIII. Upon adoption of the 2023 North Augusta Development Code the previous Zoning Map,
adopted December 17, 2007 by Ordinance 2007-22, along with all amendments thereto, is
repealed in its entirety.
ATTACHMENT #6 Page 3 of 4
DONE, RATIFIED AND ADOPTED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF NORTH AUGUSTA, SOUTH CAROLINA, ON THIS _________ DAY OF
___________________, 2023.
First Reading:
Second Reading: Briton S. Williams, Mayor
ATTEST:
Jamie Paul, City Clerk
ATTACHMENT #6 Page 4 of 4
RESOLUTION NUMBER 2023-33
ADVISING THE CITY ADMINISTRATOR HOW TO RESPOND TO GREENSTONE
NG, LLC, CONCERNING A PROPOSAL FOR THE SALE BY GREENSTONE NG
LLC OF THE PROPERTY GENERALLY KNOWN AS THE MEDAC BUILDING TO
THE CITY
WHEREAS, the Greenstone NG, LLC has proposed to the City that the City purchase the
property know a the MEDAC Building; and,
WHEREAS, because of the location of the building and the ownership of the adjoining
parking deck, by the City, the Council has reviewed and considered such proposal; and,
WHEREAS, following a thorough review of matters related to the building, the City
Council has concluded that it is not in the best interest of the City to purchase the building at this
time; and,
WHEREAS, the City appreciates the offer by Greenstone, NG, LLC providing this
opportunity to purchase such property;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mayor and City Council for the City
of North Augusta, in meeting duly assembled and by the authority thereof have determined that
the City would not enter into a Purchase Contract related to the MEDAC Building;
AND, IT IS FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Administrator is hereby directed to
notify Greenstone NG, LLC of the City’s appreciation for the offer of the property for purchase
by the City but advise Greenstone NG, LLC that the City will not be pursuing the purchase of
such property at this time.
DONE, RATIFIED AND ADOPTED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF NORTH AUGUSTA, SOUTH CAROLINA, ON THIS ______ DAY
OF SEPTEMBER, 2023.
Briton S. Williams, Mayor
ATTEST:
Jamie Paul, City Clerk
ATTACHMENT #7 Page 1 of 1
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-34
AUTHORIZING MULTIPLE EXPENDITURES FROM FUND 36 ANCILLARY TO THE
REGIONAL SOLID WASTE TRANSFER STATION PROJECT
WHEREAS, in August 2020, the State of South Carolina received a $600 million
settlement as result of litigation against the U.S. Department of Energy related to plutonium
located at the Savannah River Site (SRS); and
WHEREAS, in July 2022, the State FY 2022-23 Appropriations Act, proviso 118.19
(72) appropriated a portion of the litigation settlement funds to the City of North Augusta for,
among other projects, $2,000,000 for a Regional Solid Waste Transfer Station; and
WHEREAS, City Council passed Resolution 2022-55 which formally acknowledged
this and other City projects selected for funding and designated allocations to be held in Fund
36 - Savannah River Settlement Appropriations Act until expenditures were made in
accordance with Council approval; and
WHEREAS, in February 2023, the City was advised that Aiken County would manage
litigation settlement funds on behalf of the City and only disperse project funding to City upon
receipt and approval of a “Draw Request” for a cash advance or reimbursement; and
WHEREAS, in May 2023, the City submitted and received its first draw request of the
principal for the transfer station totaling $199,650: and
WHEREAS, the litigation settlement funds allocated to the City of North Augusta
have been and continue to be invested in an interest bearing account in the local government
investment pool (LGIP) prior to relase to the City for expenditure; and
WHEREAS, interest earned on the City’s invested settlement funding is available for
City expenditure upon approval of a “Draw Request” by Aiken County and transferral into
City Fund 36; and
WHEREAS, the City has identified ancillary projects associated with the Regional
Solid Waste Transfer Station project as outlined in Attachment 1 and has submitted a “Draw
Request” of accrued interest for the ancillary project costs; and
WHEREAS, funds totaling $1,800,350 remain available from the principal to be
drawn for implementation of the Regional Solid Waste Transfer Station project.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and City Council of the City
of North Augusta, South Carolina, in a meeting duly assembled and by the authority thereof,
that:
1. The City Administrator is authorized to execute such documents as necessary to
procure the identified equipment and execute projects in accordance with City
procurement policy.
ATTACHMENT #8 Page 1 of 3
2. Ancillary transfer station project costs shall not exceed $795,000 drawn from the
interest generated from litigation settlement funds.
DONE, RATIFIED AND ADOPTED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF NORTH AUGUSTA, SOUTH CAROLINA, ON THIS ______ DAY OF
SEPTEMBER, 2023.
Briton S. Williams, Mayor
ATTEST:
Jamie Paul, City Clerk
ATTACHMENT #8 Page 2 of 3
ATTACHMENT 1
Ancillary projects associated with the Regional Solid Waste Transfer Station project:
Project / Equipment Amount Description
Transfer Trailer $130,000 For transport to landfill
Track Excavator $160,000 Direct support to transfer station
Residential Bulk Truck $100,000 Direct support to transfer station
Camera System $35,000 Monitoring system for the facility
Paving project $250,000 Pave upper and lower portions of the facility
Transfer station scale $120,000 Covers replacement parts or new scales
Total $795,000
ATTACHMENT #8 Page 3 of 3
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-35
A RESOLUTION TO PROVIDE A LOCAL MATCH FOR A MUNICIPAL ASSOCIATION OF
SOUTH CAROLINA HOMETOWN ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT GRANT
WHEREAS, the Municipal Association of South Carolina (MASC), offers
Hometown Economic Development Grants to South Carolina cities and towns to implement
economic development projects; and
WHEREAS, grant projects shall make a positive impact on the quality of life for
community residents; and
WHEREAS, the City of North Augusta seeks to request funding to upgrade a meeting
room in the Community Center to be digitally interactive and modern board room for
economic development use by the City, the Chamber and its community partners; and
WHEREAS, receipt of this grant would benefit the City, the North Augsuta Chamber
of Commerce, local businesses, residents and visitors.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and City Council of the City
of North Augusta, South Carolina, in meeting duly assembled and by the authority thereof,
that:
1. Staff shall submit a grant application for $25,000 for a Hometown Economic
Development Grant on or before September 29, 2023.
2. The Mayor and Council of North Augusta commit to provide a local cash/in-kind
match of $3,750, which equals the minimum 15% match required by the
Municipal Association of South Carolina, from the City’s Capital Projects Fund.
3. Grant and matching funds shall be used for purchasing items and amenities to
upgrade the meeting room.
4. The North Augusta procurement policy will be followed when securing all
services and products with funds awarded from a Hometown Economic
Development Grant.
DONE, RATIFIED AND ADOPTED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF NORTH AUGUSTA, SOUTH CAROLINA, ON THIS ______ DAY OF
SEPTEMBER, 2023.
Briton S. Williams, Mayor
ATTEST:
Jamie Paul, City Clerk
ATTACHMENT #9 Page 1 of 1
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-36
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF NORTH AUGUSTA
TO ACCEPT THE LOW BID FROM KENRICK’S CONSTRUCTION FOR THE
RIVERVIEW PARK DUGOUT REPLACEMENTS, FIELDS 1 & 2
WHEREAS, on August 3, 2021 the City of North Augusta was selected to receive a
South Carolina PRT PARD grant of $20,000 for the purpose of replacing Riverview Park
Dugouts; and
WHEREAS, the Parks, Recreation and Tourism Department identified the need for
Dugout replacement at Riverview Park Field #1 and Field #2 and Council approved $60,000
for the project in the fiscal year 2023 budget Capital Projects fund, that includes the South
Carolina PRT PARD grant of $20,000, reimbursable at the completion of the project; and
WHEREAS, on September 1, 2023, sealed bids were received, publicly opened and
read alout for the PROJECT; and
WHEREAS, the low bid by Kenrick’s Construction of North Augusta, South Carolina
is in the amount of $77,352.00; and
WHEREAS, Parks, Recreation and Tourism requests additional funding in the amount
of $17,352 from the Capital Projects fund to complete this project; and
WHEREAS, the Mayor and City Council of the City of North Augusta find that the
awarding of such bid for the PROJECT is in the best interest of the City.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and City Council of the City
of North Augusta, South Carolina, in meeting duly assembled and by the authority thereof,
that Kenrick’s Construction shall be awarded the contract for Riverview Park Dugout
Replacement at a total cost of $77,352
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the funding sources for this contract shall be as
follows:
Captial Projects Fund, Budget 2023 $60,000
Capital Projects Fund, additional allocation $17,352
TOTAL: $77,352
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Administrator shall be authorized to
enter into a contract with Kenrick’s Construction in the amount of $77,352.
ATTACHMENT #10 Page 1 of 2
DONE, RATIFIED AND ADOPTED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF NORTH AUGUSTA, SOUTH CAROLINA, ON THIS ______ DAY OF
SEPTEMBER, 2023.
Briton S. Williams, Mayor
ATTEST:
Jamie Paul, City Clerk
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