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012924 Study Session Mins AdoptedPage 1 of 3 MINUTES OF JANUARY 29, 2024 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 STUDY SESSION The Study Session of January 29, 2024 for the City Council of the City of North Augusta, having been duly publicized, was called to order by Mayor Briton S. Williams at 6:00 p.m. and also streamed online for public viewing at the City Facebook page: “City of North Augusta – Public Information” and City YouTube page: “City of North Augusta Public Information.” Per Section 30-4-80(e) notice of the meetings was sent out by email to the current maintained “Agenda Mailout” list consisting of news media outlets and individuals or companies requesting notification. Notice of the meetings 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. Members present were Mayor Williams, Councilmembers Buck, Carpenter, McCauley, McGhee (arrived at 7:04pm), and Presnell. Member absent was Councilmember Toole. Also in attendance were James S. Clifford, City Administrator; J.D. McCauley, Assistant Administrator; Thomas C. Zeaser, Director of Engineering and Public Works; Chief Junior Johnson, Director of Public Safety; Tommy Paradise, Director of Planning and Development; James E. Sutton, Director of Public Services; Rick Meyer, Director of Parks & Recreation, Karl Waldhauer, Manager of Tourism; Lynda Williamson, Director of Finance; Kayla Ferguson, Manager of Human Resources; Ricky Jones, Manager of Information Technology; and Jamie Paul, City Clerk. Page 2 of 3 ITEM 1. CITY COUNCIL MEETING: Administrator Clifford led Council’s discussion of items for the February 5, 2024 regular meeting. (See Attachment #1) ITEM 2. DEPARTMENT DETAILS: City department directors and managers provided departmental updates. (See Attachment #2) ITEM 3. MAYOR’S MATTERS: (A) FOCUS ITEM(S): i. Presentation on the Parks & Recreation Master Plan Administrator Clifford explained that the presentation is for the Council to use the information to assist in shaping the potential funding for CPST V as items are placed on the list. Parks and Recreation Director Meyer reviewed the history of the Parks, Recreation, and Tourism (PRT) Master Plan which started back in 2022. He clarified that the PRT Master Plan is just a draft. Mr. Meyer introduced Rick McMackin, Project Manager of The LandPlan Group South and Representatives of the The LandPlan Group South, Christopher Lambka and Olivia Etheridge; and Ryan Bland, Senior Planner of BOUDEAUX. They presented on the Parks & Recreation Master Plan Draft Recommendations to Council. (See Attachment #3Ai) ii. Presentation on Riverside Village Development Administrator Clifford stated that the presentation is a conceptual plan from SouthCity Partners that the City has had recent interactions with since December 2023, regarding some of the undeveloped parcels in Riverside Village. SouthCity and in partnership with Greenstone wanted to present their vision which would affect the updating of the Master Development Agreement (MDA). Chris Schoen, Greenstone Properties provided the history of the MDA and their relationship with SouthCity Partners. He introduced Brooks Young, Vice President of Development at SouthCity Partners. Mr. Young provided the history of SouthCity Partners and highlighted on some projects they have completed and are relevant. He presented on Riverside Village Development specifically on Parcel K rendering, Parcel C rendering, and Parcels G & H rendering. (See Attachment #3Aii) Discussion ensued relating to having retail versus restaurants and timeline from start to finish. (B) Mayor Williams will share reflections and announcements related to current City events and opportunities Mayor Williams read into the minutes the Notice of Assembly of Members of City Council for Retreat Workshop on February 21st in Lexington, SC. (See Attachment #3B) Page 1 of 2 PUBLIC HEARING Proposed Third Amendment to Master Development Agreement February 5, 2024 – 5:30 p.m. - Municipal Center – 100 Georgia Avenue, 3rd Floor - Council Chambers DRAFT AGENDA: CITY OF NORTH AUGUSTA CITY COUNCIL MEETING (Immediately Following the February 5, 2024 Public Hearing at 5:30 pm) February 5, 2024 – 6:00 p.m. – Municipal Center – 100 Georgia Avenue, 3rd Floor - Council Chambers The Public Hearing and City Council meeting will be streamed for public viewing online at: • “City of North Augusta – Public Information” on www.Facebook.com • “City of North Augusta Public Information” on www.YouTube.com CITIZEN COMMENTS: Citizens may speak to Mayor and City Council on each item listed on this agenda. The Mayor will call for comments prior to Council’s discussion. Speakers shall give their name and address in an audible tone of voice. Speaker Forms are provided on the credenza at the entrance for speakers desiring that the minutes indicate that they addressed Council on a specific topic. The form will be included as part of the minutes of the meeting. Citizen comments are limited to five minutes. CITIZEN ASSISTANCE: Individuals needing special assistance or sign interpreter to participate in the meeting, please notify the Administration Department 48 hours prior to the meeting. 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3. ROLL CALL 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: • Regular City Council Meeting minutes of January 22, 2024 • Study Session minutes of January 29, 2024 OLD BUSINESS 5. PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT: Ordinance No. 2024-02 – To Abandon a Portion of a Storm Sewer Easement Located in Green Forest Commons Subdivision – Second Reading 6. ADMINISTRATION: 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- Remove from Table; First Reading ATTACHMENT #1 Page 1 of 2 Page 2 of 2 NEW BUSINESS 7. PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT: Impact Fees – by TischlerBise, Inc.; Receipt of Information 8. PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT: Ordinance No. 2024-03 – Riverside Village – Master Development Agreement – First Reading 9. PUBLIC SAFETY: Ordinance No. 2024-04 – Granting an Easement to Dominion Energy South Carolina, Inc. for Placement of Facilities to Serve Public Safety Headquarters – First Reading 10. ADMINISTRATION: Resolution No. 2024-06 – Appointment of Hearing Officer for Business Licenses 11. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS: 12. PRESENTATIONS/COMMUNICATIONS/RECOGNITION OF VISITORS: A. Citizen Comments: At this time, citizens may speak to Mayor and City Council regarding matters not listed on the agenda. Speakers shall give their name and address for the records. Speaker Forms are provided on the credenza for speakers desiring that the minutes indicate that they addressed Council on a specific topic. The form will be included as part of the minutes of the meeting. Citizen comments are limited to five minutes. B. Council Comments: 13. ADJOURNMENT ATTACHMENT #1 Page 2 of 2 FINANCE: • Cycle 1 Due Date – February 5 • Cycle 2 Disconnect – February 6-7 • Tax bills were generated and mailed last week. They are due May 1st • Finance and IT hosted the GovSense team last week on site and are in the first stages of implementing the new software. PUBLIC SERVICES: • Clay Street Pump Station • Residential Recycling Collection Schedule PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT: • ARTS SC Policy Subcommittee this Thursday afternoon • BZA meeting on February 6th • Planning Department has started using the Augusta Chronicle for required newspaper notices PUBLIC SAFETY: • We had a new PSO and Firefighter start last week and another PSO started today • We are hosting an Emergency Vehicle Drivers Training course for Fire Apparatus through the South Carolina Fire Academy PARKS AND RECREATION: • Riverview Park Activities Center Senior Stretch Instructor Ruth Reynolds was recognized today during her class with the WJBF Channel 6 Giving Your Best Award. • Nike NIBC High School Basketball Event- March 7-9. • Parks & Recreation Youth Basketball program has 2 full weeks of play remaining with the finals of the 38th annual Roundball Classic scheduled for Saturday, Feb. 10. TOURISM: • The Audio-Visual upgrade for the Community Center Banquet Room is ahead of the initial schedule reported and should be complete by the end of the week. The project includes an upgraded sound system and four monitors around the perimeter of the room. • The American Red Cross will host a blood drive at the Community Center from 10:00am-2:00pm on Wednesday, January 31st. • The Tourism & Marketing Coordinator position is posted and will remain open until Friday, February 16th. ENGINEERING AND PUBLIC WORKS: • Bluff Avenue Streetscape • SCDOT Road Resurfacing HUMAN RESOURCES: • See the following page for the Employment Opportunities list DEPARTMENT DETAILS for January 29, 2024 ATTACHMENT #2 Page 1 of 2 To apply and to see full job descriptions please visit www.northaugustasc.gov/jobs. You may also contact Human Resources for more information at 803-442-5710 or kferguson@northaugustasc.gov. The City of North Augusta is an Equal Opportunity Employer EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES Communications Technician I – Public Safety Grade: 10 Salary/Pay Rate: $19.65 - $23.58 Closing Date: Until Filled Firefighter – Public Safety Grade: 4 Salary/Pay Rate: $13.31 - $15.97/hour Closing Date: Until Filled Heavy Equipment Operator I – Streets & Drains Grade: 9 Salary/Pay Rate: $18.68 - $22.42 Closing Date: Until Filled Public Safety Officer – Public Safety Grade: 16 Salary/Pay Rate: $23.83 - $28.59/hour Closing Date: Until Filled Tourism and Marketing Coordinator – Tourism Grade: 12 Salary/Pay Grade: $44,909.07 - $53,890.89 Closing Date: February 16, 2024 Trades Worker – Streets & Drains Grade: 8 Salary/Pay Rate: $16.58 - $19.89/hour Closing Date: Until Filled ATTACHMENT #2 Page 2 of 2 North Augusta Parks, Recreation, & Tourism Master Plan Draft Recommendations –January 29, 2024 ATTACHMENT #3Ai Page 1 of 68 ATTACHMENT #3Ai Page 2 of 68 MEANINGFUL ENGAGEMENT WHAT WE HEARD FROM THE COMMUNITY ATTACHMENT #3Ai Page 3 of 68 MEANINGFUL ENGAGEMENT ▪992 SURVEY RESPONDENTS AT 3.9% OF TOTAL POPULATION ▪100+ INDIVIDUAL CONVERSATIONS WITH MEMBERS OF THE COMMUNITY ATTACHMENT #3Ai Page 4 of 68 MEANINGFUL ENGAGEMENT ▪Respondents agree that the Parks, Recreation, and Tourism employees are wonderful, and the facilities are being well maintained! ▪North Augusta parks, facilities, and trails are highly used by the community with over 63% of respondents visiting a park more than 20 times per year. ▪When asked if recreation facilities and parks and the greeneway were well maintained respondents agreed overwhelmingly at 83% and 87%. ▪Passive park use is consistently the top use and top desired use of park facilities on a consistent basis, i.e. walking on trails/greeneway, picnicking, use of playgrounds, etc. with 91% of respondents saying they participate in general passive park activities and over 50% say they participate in these activities often. ATTACHMENT #3Ai Page 5 of 68 MEANINGFUL ENGAGEMENT ▪The top four facilities or programs respondents would like to see more of are Splash Pads (51%), Trails/Greenways (50%), Fields/Activities for people with disabilities (47%) and tied for fourth at 45% Exercise Classes and Weight Training Facilities. ▪Participants have mixed feelings on whether they feel informed about existing facilities, events, and programs with just over half, 54%, responding true, and only 32% agree that advertisements about upcoming programs and events are adequate. ▪Over 85% of parks and recreation facilities users and 78% of greeneway users say they feel safe while visiting or using a facility; however, 43% of respondents commented that they would feel more comfortable with an increased police presence ATTACHMENT #3Ai Page 6 of 68 INVENTORY AND ANALYSIS KNOW THE FACILITIES THAT WE HAVE ATTACHMENT #3Ai Page 7 of 68 INVENTORY AND ANALYSIS ATTACHMENT #3Ai Page 8 of 68 BENCHMARKING HOW DOES NORTH AUGUSTA COMPARE ATTACHMENT #3Ai Page 9 of 68 BENCHMARKING ATTACHMENT #3Ai Page 10 of 68 BENCHMARKING ATTACHMENT #3Ai Page 11 of 68 ATTACHMENT #3Ai Page 12 of 68 CITY INDIVIDUAL RATE IN-CITY INDIVIDUAL RATE OUT OF CITY SENIOR RATE IN-CITY North Augusta $80 $135 $50 Anderson $140 $279 $50 Conway*$385 $440 $220 North Myrtle Beach*$529 $529 $443 Goose Creek $60 $325 $60 Annual Membership Comparison *Has a Pool or Aquatics Center ATTACHMENT #3Ai Page 13 of 68 GUIDING PRINCIPLES VALUES THAT WILL SET THE STANDARD OF PARKS, RECREATION, & TOURISM ATTACHMENT #3Ai Page 14 of 68 ACCOMMODATING AND INCLUSIVE Ensure all parks in North Augusta are inclusive of individuals of all ages and abilities. PASSIVE GREENSPACE/ OPEN SPACE/ TREES Preserve, maintain, and increase access to nature throughout North Augusta. ACCESS TO PARKS AND TRAILS All North Augustans should have access to a park, green space, and/or trail from their front door within a 15-minute bike ride or walk. VIBRANT AND INVITING Maintain existing facilities to keep them vibrant, attractive, and inviting. ATTACHMENT #3Ai Page 15 of 68 SMALL THINGS MATTER Continue the implementation and maintenance of small-scale amenities such as bike racks, water stations, and emergency call stations which largely contribute to the success of North Augusta’s parks and recreation facilities. ENHANCE SAFETY & SECURITY All parks and facilities users (residents and visitors) feel safe and secure due to well-designed and maintained way-finding, entrances, parking, and lighting. CONTINUE THE MOMENTUM ATTACHMENT #3Ai Page 16 of 68 RECOMMENDATIONS CONTINUE THE MOMENTUM…LEAVE A LEGACY ATTACHMENT #3Ai Page 17 of 68 RECOMMENDATIONS ATTACHMENT #3Ai Page 18 of 68 BUNTING PARK ▪Install fence at top of hill and landscape along sidewalk on Marion Avenue. ▪Move park sign into center of landscape median in cul-de-sac. ▪Playground: o Replace all playground equipment and install new surfacing. o Install covered pavilion and seating. o Consider fence around playground area. o Consider commissioning a mural along the concrete retaining wall by local artist or local school. ATTACHMENT #3Ai Page 19 of 68 BUNTING PARK ▪Install slides on the hillside. ▪Construct small performance stage in the park. ▪Refresh all landscape on hillside. ▪Address drainage issues. ▪Fix bare spots and resod main lawn. ▪Ensure park entry ramp from Bunting Drive meets ADA. ▪Stair and handrail from Marion Avenue needs to be repaired/replaced. ▪Improve site lighting. ATTACHMENT #3Ai Page 20 of 68 BUNTING PARK CONCEPT ATTACHMENT #3Ai Page 21 of 68 BUNTING PARK INSPIRATION IMAGES ATTACHMENT #3Ai Page 22 of 68 BUNTING PARK INSPIRATION IMAGES ATTACHMENT #3Ai Page 23 of 68 ATTACHMENT #3Ai Page 24 of 68 SUMMERFIELD PARK PHASE ONE: ▪Splash Pad is highly used in this location and needs to be replaced and upgraded. ▪Install 5’ fence along wood line at soccer field. ▪Install decorative 5’ tall fence and expand evergreen screen along north property line between park and neighborhood. ▪Reengage old school building property owner and explore opportunity to purchase or partner for use as an event/activities center. ATTACHMENT #3Ai Page 25 of 68 SUMMERFIELD PARK ▪Soccer Fields: o Address drainage issues at both fields. o Consider using artificial turf for one or both fields. o Install underdrain system on remaining fields. o Consider installing 20’ tall netting on the Old Edgefield Road side of the park to limit ball lose. ▪Renovate all pavilions and restrooms. ▪Clean up, light, and provided cameras to Wal-Mart connection to make access safer. ▪Add additional benches and seating around park. ▪Ensure ADA access meets code. ▪Install an 8’ wide concrete walking loop inside of the park. ▪Create a formal event lawn with flat concrete area for stage or tent placement during events. Phase Two: ▪Install new street landscaping along Old Edgefield Road. ▪Playground: o Replace all playground equipment. o Make inclusive. o Install new surfacing. o Install new water fountain. o Replace/install new trash receptacles. ▪Basketball Courts: o Repair retaining wall. o Install concrete ribbon curb around court to address edge failure. o Install shade sails and covered seating. ATTACHMENT #3Ai Page 26 of 68 SUMMERFIELD PARK CONCEPT ATTACHMENT #3Ai Page 27 of 68 SUMMERFIELD PARK INSPIRATION IMAGES ATTACHMENT #3Ai Page 28 of 68 ATTACHMENT #3Ai Page 29 of 68 ATTACHMENT #3Ai Page 30 of 68 MAUDE EDENFIELD PARK ▪Coordinate with North Augusta Elementary School Administration and School Board to discuss feasibility of creating a connection to the elementary school and park. ▪Install new inclusive playground with new surfacing and seating. ▪Create a restroom/pavilion at playground. ▪Provide ADA parking spaces and access to the playground and park facilities. ▪Basketball Court: o Relocate court away from playground. o Install fence along endline. o Create signage to turn court lighting on. ATTACHMENT #3Ai Page 31 of 68 MAUDE EDENFIELD PARK ▪Redesign parking lot and provide ADA parking spaces and access. ▪Rebuild bridge over creek. ▪Provide access/views to the creek. ▪Perform stream restoration project along creek. ▪Design and construct new performance stage. ▪Coordinate with SCDOT and Install midblock crosswalk with rectangular rapid flashing beacon (RRFB) across East Buena Vista Avenue to Riverside Boulevard to the North Augusta Greeneway along . ▪Tennis Courts: o Refresh landscape around tennis courts. o Create seating areas or covered space. o Install sidewalks to entrances. o Replace message board. ▪Create four (4) pickleball courts with shade structure for spectators/individuals waiting on court to open. ▪Create a park plaza at the corner of East Buena Vista Avenue and Brookside Avenue. o Install a park sign. ATTACHMENT #3Ai Page 32 of 68 MAUDE EDENFIELD PARK CONCEPT ATTACHMENT #3Ai Page 33 of 68 MAUDE EDENFIELD PARK INSPIRATION IMAGES ATTACHMENT #3Ai Page 34 of 68 ATTACHMENT #3Ai Page 35 of 68 COMMUNITY CENTER ATTACHMENT #3Ai Page 36 of 68 COMMUNITY CENTER ATTACHMENT #3Ai Page 37 of 68 COMMUNITY CENTER ATTACHMENT #3Ai Page 38 of 68 RIVERVIEW ACTIVITIES CENTER ATTACHMENT #3Ai Page 39 of 68 RIVERVIEW ACTIVITIES CENTER ATTACHMENT #3Ai Page 40 of 68 ATTACHMENT #3Ai Page 41 of 68 RIVERVIEW ACTIVITIES CENTER ATTACHMENT #3Ai Page 42 of 68 RIVERVIEW PARK ▪Install shade structure at tennis courts for spectators/individual waiting on court to open. ▪Demolish the old restroom building behind Field 2. ▪Provide enhanced crosswalks at greenway crossings. ▪Expand and add additional parking in Grey Lot. PHASE TWO: Baseball/Softball Fields: ▪Replace all black vinyl fencing throughout campus that is delaminating or showing age. ▪Fields 1-4: o Replace backstops to be black vinyl (net backstops with a low brick or stone retaining wall as an upgrade to set the facility apart from others). o Install new dugouts. PHASE ONE: ▪Perform an ADA facility audit. ▪Install Concrete walking loop around playground and splash pad. ▪Perform concrete sidewalk repairs throughout campus. ▪Landscape refresh and soil stabilization through planting at main parking lot and tennis/baseball fields. ▪Install 2 picinic shelters, 1 with restroom, at playground and splash pad. ▪Install shade structure over playground and splash pad. ▪Create 5 (a minimum of 4) pickleball courts with shade structure for spectators/individuals waiting on court to open. ATTACHMENT #3Ai Page 43 of 68 RIVERVIEW PARK PHASE THREE: ▪Convert High School Baseball Field into three little league fields -225’ Fence Line ▪Add additional sidewalks to new fields. ▪Install covered bleachers at new fields. ▪Add netting at central restroom and concession to each backstop for foul balls. ▪Continue upgrade of all field lighting to LED. ▪Develop wayfinding system, signage, and color- coded site map. ▪Renovate and provide roofed batting cages. Parking: ▪Create overflow grass parking areas with stalite permatill firelane media south of Fairfield Ave. ▪Continue LED parking lot lighting conversion. ▪Install a primary dumpster location. ▪Renovate existing Riverview Park pavilion. ATTACHMENT #3Ai Page 44 of 68 RIVERVIEW PARK CONCEPT ATTACHMENT #3Ai Page 45 of 68 RIVERVIEW PARK INSPIRATION IMAGES ATTACHMENT #3Ai Page 46 of 68 ATTACHMENT #3Ai Page 47 of 68 ATTACHMENT #3Ai Page 48 of 68 GREENEWAY ▪Provide downtown connection along Bluff Road to Wade Hampton Veterans Park. ▪Provide connection from Maude Edenfield Park across East Buena Vista Avenue. ▪Create a restroom, café, and bike shop in the old Johnson Electric building along the greeneway. ▪The North Augusta Greeneway is a non- electric& non-motorized recreation trail (only electric/motorized vehicles allowed are law enforcement, first responders, and maintenance vehicles). ATTACHMENT #3Ai Page 49 of 68 GREENEWAY SECTION ATTACHMENT #3Ai Page 50 of 68 GREENEWAY CONNECTION INSPIRATION IMAGES ATTACHMENT #3Ai Page 51 of 68 NACC PARK DIAGRAM ATTACHMENT #3Ai Page 52 of 68 NACC PROPERTY INSPIRATION IMAGES ATTACHMENT #3Ai Page 53 of 68 NACC PROPERTY INSPIRATION IMAGES ATTACHMENT #3Ai Page 54 of 68 ATTACHMENT #3Ai Page 55 of 68 ATTACHMENT #3Ai Page 56 of 68 ATTACHMENT #3Ai Page 57 of 68 ATTACHMENT #3Ai Page 58 of 68 OPERATIONS AND FINANCE ATTACHMENT #3Ai Page 59 of 68 CITY INDIVIDUAL RATE IN-CITY INDIVIDUAL RATE OUT OF CITY SENIOR RATE IN-CITY North Augusta $80 $135 $50 Anderson $140 $279 $50 Conway*$385 $440 $220 North Myrtle Beach*$529 $529 $443 Goose Creek $60 $325 $60 Annual Membership Comparison *Has a Pool or Aquatics Center ATTACHMENT #3Ai Page 60 of 68 ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP ▪Individual Rate In-City o 3 Months -$50 o 6 Months -$75 o Annual -$120 ▪Family Rate In-City o 3 Months -$125 o 6 Months -$200 o Annual -$275 ▪Individual Rate Outside City o 3 Months -$80 o 6 Months -$125 o Annual -$200 ▪Family Rate Outside City o 3 Months -$185 o 6 Months -$310 o Annual -$545 ATTACHMENT #3Ai Page 61 of 68 ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP ▪Individual Rate In-City o 3 Months -$50 o 6 Months -$75 o Annual -$120 ▪Family Rate In-City o 3 Months -$125 o 6 Months -$200 o Annual -$275 ▪Individual Rate Outside City o 3 Months -$80 o 6 Months -$125 o Annual -$200 ▪Family Rate Outside City o 3 Months -$185 o 6 Months -$310 o Annual -$545 ATTACHMENT #3Ai Page 62 of 68 OPERATIONS RECOMMENDATIONS ATTACHMENT #3Ai Page 63 of 68 OPERATIONS RECOMMENDATIONS ATTACHMENT #3Ai Page 64 of 68 POLICE PRESENCE ▪Provide at least one bicycle police officer assigned to the greeneway and downtown. ▪Provide an increased presence during special events and tournaments. ATTACHMENT #3Ai Page 65 of 68 PHASING AND IMPLEMENTATION ATTACHMENT #3Ai Page 66 of 68 ATTACHMENT #3Ai Page 67 of 68 ATTACHMENT #3Ai Page 68 of 68 ATTACHMENT #3Aii Page 1 of 9 South City Partners South City Partners was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. As a fully integrated real estate development company, South City Partners focuses on creating extraordinary residences in distinctive communities while providing financial partners exceptional returns. A philosophy of creating value – for residents, for investors, and for the surrounding community – through teamwork and execution is how South City Partners defines itself as a company. •3,800+ Units Developed Since 2011 •200,000+ Square feet of Class-A Retail Space •Numerous Award-Winning Properties ATTACHMENT #3Aii Page 2 of 9 Alpharetta City Center (Amorance) In 2011, the City of Alpharetta unveiled a much-anticipated request for proposal (RFP) for the redevelopment of 26 acres in the heart of downtown Alpharetta with the goal to create a vibrant downtown environment as a gathering place for citizens and an attractive setting for businesses. After rewarding the deal to a team led by South City Partners, we delivered 168 luxury apartments, 72,000 square feet of high-end retail and dining, and a class-A office building. This project transformed the area into a lively city center with continual activity and energy. ATTACHMENT #3Aii Page 3 of 9 Riverside Village Master Site Plan ATTACHMENT #3Aii Page 4 of 9 Parcel K Rendering ATTACHMENT #3Aii Page 5 of 9 Parcel K Courtyard & Amenity Space ATTACHMENT #3Aii Page 6 of 9 Parcel C Rendering ATTACHMENT #3Aii Page 7 of 9 Parcel C Courtyard & Amenity Space ATTACHMENT #3Aii Page 8 of 9 Parcel G & H Rendering ATTACHMENT #3Aii Page 9 of 9 Notice of Assembly of Members of City Council for Retreat Workshop Date: February 21, 2024 Location: Lexington, SC General Information On Wednesday, February 21, 2024, the Mayor, City Council, and staff will be traveling to Lexington, SC. The purpose of this workshop will be to discuss potential CPST V projects, to update the CPST IV spend plan, and provide an update on tourism efforts. This workshop is being held off site/out of the City to have Mayor, Council, and staff together for discussion with minimal distractions. Council will also tour downtown Lexington to learn what they have done to revitalize their downtown. Since a quorum of Council members will be present in Lexington, this will constitute a “meeting” as identified by the Freedom of Information Act. However, there will be no votes or formal action by the Council during their presence in Lexington. This will be an open meeting and the Public may attend. Location for Assembly in Lexington The Mayor, Council members, and staff will be assembling at the Town of Lexington, 111 Maiden Ln, Lexington, SC. It is anticipated that the parties should arrive at approximately 9:00 am and return to North Augusta by approximately 6:00 pm. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Any individual or media member desiring additional information related to this gathering by the Council should contact City Administrator, James S. Clifford. ATTACHMENT #3B Page 1 of 1