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072726 Study Session Mins AdoptedPage 1 of 3 MINUTES OF JULY 27, 2026 Briton S. Williams, Mayor Kevin W. Toole, Councilmember - Mayor Pro Tem Dennis C. Briatico, Councilmember David B. Buck, Councilmember Pat C. Carpenter, Councilmember John M. Felak, Councilmember Robert L. Freitas, Councilmember ORDER OF BUSINESS STUDY SESSION The Study Session of July 27, 2026 for the City Council of the City of North Augusta, having been duly publicized, was called to order by Mayor Williams at 6:00pm 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 Briatico, Buck, Felak, Freitas, and Toole. Member absent was Councilmember Carpenter. 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, Public Safety; Tommy Paradise, Director of Planning & Development; Ryan Metts, Superintendent of Utilities; Jeremy Jiunnies, Superintendent of Parks & Recreation, Karl Waldhauer, Director of Tourism; Lynda Williamson, Director of Finance; Jamie Barton, City Clerk; and Ricky Jones, Manager of Information Technology. Page 2 of 3 ITEM 1. CITY COUNCIL MEETING: Council discussed and provided guidance on the proposed items for the August 3, 2026 City Council 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. Quarterly Financial Update – Riverside Village at Hammond’s Ferry Finance Director Lynda Williamson presented a quarterly financial update on the Riverside Village at Hammond’s Ferry. (See Attachment #3Ai) ii. Kellogg Tract – Overview Planning & Development Director Tommy Paradise presented an overview on the Kellogg Tract. (See Attachment #3Aii) Discussion ensued regarding the proposed order of development. Historically, build-out has occurred with apartment development first, followed by residential development, and commercial development last. City Council also discussed the proposed annexation from Aiken County to the City, as well as other zoning considerations. Additional discussion focused on sewer capacity, including additional sewer capacity to be purchased by the developer to accommodate the proposed development and Public Safety coverage to serve the proposed development. iii. Riverside Village Parking Management Services – Presentation by PCI Municipal Services Jack Skelton, Principal Owner of PCI Municipal Services presented on parking management in the Riverside Village. (See Attachment #3Aiii) Discussion ensued regarding parking fee collection through an app, City revenue share of gross revenue, and how those revenues would be allocated toward operation and maintenance of City parking decks. (B) Mayor Williams will share reflections and announcements related to current City events and opportunities No announcements. Page 1 of 2 PUBLIC POWER HOUR August 3, 2026 – 5:30 p.m. - Municipal Center – 100 Georgia Avenue, 3rd Floor - Council Chambers DRAFT AGENDA: CITY OF NORTH AUGUSTA CITY COUNCIL MEETING August 3, 2026 – 6:00 p.m. – Municipal Center – 100 Georgia Avenue, 3rd Floor - Council Chambers The Public Power Hour 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 July 20, 2026 • Study Session minutes of July 27, 2026 5. PERSONNEL: a. Thomas C. Zeaser, Director of Engineering and Public Works; Retirement – Recognition of Service to the City of North Augusta OLD BUSINESS 6. PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT: Ordinance No. 2025-02 To Change the Corporate Limits of the City of North Augusta by Accepting the Petition Requesting Annexation by the Landowners and Annexing ± 381.29 Acres of Property Located East of Edgefield Road and North of Belvedere Clearwater Road, Tax Parcel Numbers 011-14-04-045 and 011-19-01-001 Owned by Walton South Carolina, LLC – First Reading – Remove from Table 7. PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT: Ordinance No. 2025-03 To Amend the Zoning Map of the City of North Augusta, South Carolina by Rezoning ± 86.12 Acres of Land Owned by the Kellogg Corporation, ET AL, Tax Parcel No. 012-08-01-001 from CR, Critical Areas to PD, Planned Development – First Reading – Remove from Table ATTACHMENT #1 Page 1 of 2 Page 2 of 2 8. PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT: Ordinance No. 2025-04 To Approve the General Development Plan for the 467± Acre Kellogg Planned Development Generally Located East of US 25 and North of SC 126 – First Reading – Remove from Table 9. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS 10. 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 11. ADJOURNMENT ATTACHMENT #1 Page 2 of 2 FINANCE: • Cycle 1 Customers o Due Date for July 10 bills is August 3 o Disconnection Date for July balances begins Tuesday, August 18 • Cycle 2 Customers o Disconnection Date for June balances begins Tuesday, August 4 o Due Date for July 26 bills is August 17 HUMAN RESOURCES: • For the week of July 27: o 3 new hires • See the last page for the Employment Opportunities list ENGINEERING AND PUBLIC WORKS: • Creighton Park Parking Lot • Crestview-Woodlawn Drainage Improvements • SRP WOW! Terrace leak • Martintown Road Resurfacing PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT: • RFP for Comprehensive Plan due by noon on Thursday • No BZA meeting for August (North Augusta Star failed to run public notice) • Traffic signal at Exit 1 & The Hive is operational and Mush Rd. is open • Preliminary Plat for Carolina Lakes approved • Preliminary Plat for Swallow Lake Townhomes approved • Code Enforcement o 8 New cases opened o 7 Cases closed o 13 Illegal signs removed o 6 Landscape inspections approved PUBLIC SERVICES: • Riverview Park Miracle Field Utility Service • Riverview Park Wastewater Main Inspections • Automated Water Meters PUBLIC SAFETY: • Public Safety will be hosting National Night Out at Riverview Park on August 4. • Officers will be patrolling school zones now that school is back in session and we remind everyone to be extra careful when driving in school zones. • Animal Shelter assistant is scheduled to start this Wednesday. DEPARTMENT DETAILS for July 27, 2026 ATTACHMENT #2 Page 1 of 3 PARKS AND RECREATION: • Activities Center: prepping for floor finish project • Fall Sports Registration: Football, cheerleading, Soccer, and Volleyball – July 20 - August 3 • Adult Wood bat league Regular Season through August 13 TOURISM: • North Augusta Chamber of Commerce Power Lunch (Tuesday, July 28) • Early Voting for U.S. Senate Special Primary (August 5 - August 7) at the Community Center • Visit Explore North Augusta’s Website or download the ENA App for more details and upcoming events: o https://explorenorthaugusta.com ATTACHMENT #2 Page 2 of 3 EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES Building Standards Inspector III – Building Standards Grade: 17 Salary/Pay Rate: $28.04 – 33.65/hour Closing Date: Until Filled Communications Technician I – Public Safety Grade: 10 Salary/Pay Rate: $20.84 - $25.01/hour Closing Date: Until Filled Firefighter – Public Safety Grade: 4 Salary/Pay Rate: $14.68 - $17.61/hour Closing Date: Until Filled Public Safety Officer – Public Safety Grade: 16 Salary/Pay Rate: $25.27 - $30.33/hour Closing Date: Until Filled Trolley Driver – Sanitation Grade: 6 Salary/Pay Rate: $16.73 – 20.08/hour Closing Date: Until Filled Vehicle Operator II – Sanitation Grade: 9 Salary/Pay Rate: $19.82 – 23.78/hour Closing Date: Until Filled To apply and to see full job descriptions please visit www.northaugustasc.gov/jobs. You may also contact Human Resources for more information at 803-442-5712 or sking@northaugustasc.gov. 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ATTACHMENT #3Aii Page 2 of 33 Project Location •Approximately 467 acres •86 acres currently within City Limits •Remaining 381acres currently in unincorporated Aiken County •Located between: •I-520 •Edgefield Road •Belvedere Clearwater Road ATTACHMENT #3Aii Page 3 of 33 1. Annexation ATTACHMENT #3Aii Page 4 of 33 Annexation Overview Applicant: Walton South Carolina, LLC, agent for Kellogg Corporation Request: •Annex approximately 381.29 acres •Parcel Numbers: •011-19-01-001 •011-14-04-045 Location roughly bound by: •Edgefield Road •I-520 •Belvedere Clearwater Road Requested Zoning Upon Annexation: PD –Planned Development ATTACHMENT #3Aii Page 5 of 33 Comprehensive Plan Consistency Future Land Use Designation The City's Comprehensive Plan designates the property as: Mixed Use The proposed Planned Development includes: ✓Residential Uses ✓Commercial Uses ✓Open Space Staff finds the request generally consistent with the Mixed Use future land use designation. ATTACHMENT #3Aii Page 6 of 33 Comprehensive Plan Consistency Housing & Economic Development Goals The Comprehensive Plan encourages: Housing Diversity •Provide varied housing choices •Attract and retain a diverse population The Comprehensive Plan encourages: Housing Supply •Encourage a variety of housing types •Support higher-density development where appropriate The Comprehensive Plan encourages: Economic Growth •Support regional economic development initiatives •Provide housing near expanding employment centers 2.2 PROVIDE A MORE VARIED HOUSING STOCK TO ATTRACT AND RETAIN A MORE DIVERSE POPULATION: Provide many different housing types to attract and retain the citizen population. 2.2.1. Promote mixed-income neighborhoods throughout North Augusta, especially in downtown and near employment centers. 2.2.2. Revise the zoning ordinance and map to incentivize a variety of housing types at higher densities, including multifamily, courtyard apartments, quadruplexes, duplexes, and accessory units, especially near Downtown and activity centers. 4.4 IDENTIFY TARGETED BUSINESSES AND INVESTMENT FOR THE I-20/I-520 INTERCHANGE: Create a unique and appropriate gateway to North Augusta that supports the economic vitality of the City. 4.4.1. Work with regional economic development organizations, such as Aiken-Edgefield-Saluda Economic Development Partnership and the Augusta Economic Development Authority to create strategies on how to develop the I-20/I-520 interchange to attract further investment to the area. ATTACHMENT #3Aii Page 7 of 33 How does Annexation zoning work? Development Code Requirements North Augusta Development Code Section 4.7 When property is annexed: •Property is automatically classified as R-14 unless another zoning district is requested. •The applicant may request a different zoning classification at the time of annexation. •The Planning Commission reviews whether the requested zoning is appropriate. •The Planning Commission makes a recommendation to City Council. The Planning Commission recommended the Planned Development zoning be applied should the property be annexed into the City of North Augusta. ATTACHMENT #3Aii Page 8 of 33 2. Rezoning ATTACHMENT #3Aii Page 9 of 33 Why is Rezoning Needed? A Planned Development General Development Plan can only be adopted if the property is zoned Planned Development. Planned Development Rezoning Request Rezone approximately 86.22 acres currently within the City Limits to: PD –Planned Development ATTACHMENT #3Aii Page 10 of 33 How is rezoning evaluated? Planning Commission Review Criteria The Development Code requires consideration of: ✓Comprehensive Plan consistency ✓Compatibility with surrounding uses ✓Transportation impacts ✓Public utilities and infrastructure ✓Environmental impacts ✓Neighborhood compatibility ✓Community development needs ATTACHMENT #3Aii Page 11 of 33 Compatibility With Surrounding Area North •Predominantly wooded and undeveloped County land South & West •Single-family neighborhoods •Commercial businesses and services East •Bound by I-520 Nearby Zoning •General Commercial (GC) •R-10 Residential •Urban Development (Aiken County) •Residential Conservation (Aiken County) ATTACHMENT #3Aii Page 12 of 33 Compatibility With Surrounding Area Residential Character & Stability Questions to consider: •Is the proposed zoning compatible with nearby neighborhoods? •Does the proposal provide appropriate transitions between uses? •Are buffering requirements included? The site functions as a transition area between the Edgefield Road and Belvedere-Clearwater Road commercial corridors and nearby residential neighborhoods. ATTACHMENT #3Aii Page 13 of 33 Transportation Considerations Applicant Submittals Traffic Impact Analysis (TIA) includes: •Recommended future traffic signals •Roadway improvements •Coordination with nearby development projects Staff recognizes that the development of the Kellogg Tract will create significant traffic impacts. Important Consideration Coordination with the adjacent Alidade Planned Development will be necessary to minimize impacts along Belvedere Clearwater Road. ATTACHMENT #3Aii Page 14 of 33 Utilities & Public Services Sewer Capacity at the Horse Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant Future Requirements Detailed utility calculations will be required during: •Site Plan Review •Preliminary Plat Review ATTACHMENT #3Aii Page 15 of 33 ATTACHMENT #3Aii Page 16 of 33 Environmental Considerations Existing Zoning CR –Critical Areas Why Was It Zoned CR? The district was established to protect: •Wetlands •Watercourses •Stormwater areas •Environmentally sensitive lands ATTACHMENT #3Aii Page 17 of 33 ATTACHMENT #3Aii Page 18 of 33 Environmental Considerations Wetlands report completed in January 2024 •15 acres of wetlands located on the property fed by streams •4 acre pond located near the center of the wetland area in Unincorporated Aiken County •U.S. Army Corp of Engineers reviews wetland field delineation •U.S. Army Corp of Engineers is permitting agency for wetland impacts ATTACHMENT #3Aii Page 19 of 33 Environmental Considerations Environmental Protections for Wetlands •Existing wetlands remain subject to protection requirements •50-foot wetland buffers required by City Stormwater Department •Delineation required for anything within 100 ft of any area that appears to be wetlands The property is located within an SCDES-designated Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) watershed. The Horse Creek TMDL establishes the maximum amount of a specific pollutant that a body of water can receive daily and still safely meet state water quality standards. Open Space Preservation •Minimum 25% open space •Approximately 117 acres preserved at buildout ATTACHMENT #3Aii Page 20 of 33 3. Planned Development General Development Plan Ordinance ATTACHMENT #3Aii Page 21 of 33 What is a Planned Development (PD)? also known as Planned Unit Development (PUD) A Planned Development: •Is authorized by South Carolina law •Is Intended for large, mixed-use projects •Allows flexibility in design •Requires a unified development plan •Must provide public benefits beyond conventional zoning Examples include: •Mixed housing types •Integrated commercial areas •Open space preservation •Coordinated transportation systems ATTACHMENT #3Aii Page 22 of 33 What is the Purpose of a Planned Development? The North Augusta Development Code encourages: ✓Flexible site design ✓Mixed-use development ✓Preservation of natural features ✓Coordinated infrastructure ✓Improved community amenities Staff finds the proposal generally meets the purpose of the PD District. ATTACHMENT #3Aii Page 23 of 33 Conceptual Land Use Plan ATTACHMENT #3Aii Page 24 of 33 Development Overview Residential •Up to 1,763 residential units •Variety of housing types including Single-family homes, Patio homes, Duplexes, Townhomes, Apartments and Condominiums Commercial •Approximately 27 acres •Retail and neighborhood-serving commercial uses •Up to 300,000 sq. ft. of mixed-use commercial area Open Space •Approximately 117 acres preserved •Minimum 25% open space ATTACHMENT #3Aii Page 25 of 33 ATTACHMENT #3Aii Page 26 of 33 Residential Development Summary Housing Mix with an Average density of 4.3 units per acre Tract A Up to 993 single-family detached homes Tract B Up to 810 units Mix of: •Single-family homes •Patio homes •Duplexes •Townhomes •Apartments* •Condos *Apartment Cap Maximum 300 apartment units (national average ranges from 250-300 units) ATTACHMENT #3Aii Page 27 of 33 Open Space & Environmental Preservation Preserving Natural Features •Minimum 25% open space preserved •Approximately 117 acres protected at buildout •Wetland protection areas maintained •Greeneway connection incorporated 117 acres preserved ≈ 89 football fields ATTACHMENT #3Aii Page 28 of 33 Transportation Improvements The proposal includes: •Collector road network •Divided medians •Multi-use paths •Greeneway connection •Internal connectivity between uses Bicycle & Pedestrian Features •8-foot multi-use path •Connection to the I-520 Greeneway •Walkable access to parks and open space ATTACHMENT #3Aii Page 29 of 33 Proposed Development Standards The General Development Plan includes: Architectural Standards •Reduced garage dominance •Front porches and pedestrian-oriented entrances Entrance Features •Monument signage •Landscaping enhancements •Enhanced Greeneway entry features Buffers •Separation between housing types where required ATTACHMENT #3Aii Page 30 of 33 Key Questions for Council: 1.Should the property be annexed into the City? 2.Is Planned Development the appropriate zoning district? 3.Does the proposed General Development Plan satisfy the City and State PD requirements? ATTACHMENT #3Aii Page 31 of 33 What happens next? Future Review Process Even if the Annexation, Rezoning, and General Development Plan are approved, additional reviews by City Staff and Planning Commission are required. Future approvals required include: •Subdivision Plans for individual neighborhood components •Site Plans for commercial parcels •Construction Plans and Building Permits ATTACHMENT #3Aii Page 32 of 33 What City Council Approval Does NOT Do Approval tonight does not: ✗Approve construction plans ✗Approve building permits ✗Approve subdivision plats ✗Eliminate future public meetings ✗Authorize development outside the approved GDP The General Development Plan establishes the general framework; it does not authorize immediate construction of any component. ATTACHMENT #3Aii Page 33 of 33 THE CITY OF NORTH AUGUSTA RFP# 2026003-ADMIN Riverside Village Parking Management PCI MUNICIPAL SERVICES, LLC THE MUNICIPAL PARKING EXPERTS PRESENTATION JULY 27, 2026 ATTACHMENT #3Aiii Page 1 of 13 Municipal Parking Experts Only Municipal Parking Specialists / Focused / Best Practices 23 Municipal Clients in 15 States / $100M Annual Revenue South Carolina Experience Folly Beach, Isle of Palms, Hilton Head Island Paid Parking Start Up Experience Boutique Business Model Direct relationship with Owners On Call Consultants Data Driven Management / Transparency Fact based decisions Flexibility / Partnership Approach 2 ATTACHMENT #3Aiii Page 2 of 13 Smart Technology Easy to Use / Efficient / Flexible / Expandable / Data / Transparency 3 Payments Compliance/Enforcement Data/Reporting ATTACHMENT #3Aiii Page 3 of 13 Mobile Payment Solution Scan to Pay ATTACHMENT #3Aiii Page 4 of 13 Virtual Permitting License Plate Based No Stickers / Hangtags ATTACHMENT #3Aiii Page 5 of 13 PARK North Augusta Branded with Purpose! Custom Parking App & Website 6 ATTACHMENT #3Aiii Page 6 of 13 ATTACHMENT #3Aiii Page 7 of 13 Wayfinding –VMS Signage ATTACHMENT #3Aiii Page 8 of 13 Automated Enforcement Process 9 Quality Verification Process for All Citations/Invoices VERGE Automated File Creation Manual Review & Verification Citation/Invoice Printed & Emailed/Mailed Web Payment & Appeal Management Every step is documented and stored for complete transparency FLPR System City Owns All Data ATTACHMENT #3Aiii Page 9 of 13 Parking Policies PARKING FEES •Off Street •2 Hours Free •3 hrs. $5 / +$1 per hr. / Day Max $12 •Plus Conv. Fee $0.55 •On Street •1 –2 hrs. $2 per hr. •3 –4 hrs. $3 per hr. •5+ hrs. $4 per hr. •Plus Conv. Fee $0.55 PAID HOURS •Off-Street •Center Street Deck –Free 8:30a –5p M-F •Municipal Center Lot –Free 8:30a –5p M-F •Hotel & Stadium Deck –Paid 24/7 •2 hours Free •On-Street –Paid 24/7 Best Practices Use pricing to manage parking space utilization. Price on-street for short term use. Price off-street for longer stays. EVENT PARKING •Baseball •Weekday $6 •Weekend $8 •Other Events •Small $5 •Large $10 •Plus Conv. Fees. $0.55 ATTACHMENT #3Aiii Page 10 of 13 Parking Program Revenue Projections On-Street Revenue 306,846$ Off-Street Revenue 656,767$ Event Revenue 239,400$ Total Revenue 1,203,014$ Annual Revenue Parking Revenue Projections Projections based upon proposed rates / policies. ATTACHMENT #3Aiii Page 11 of 13 Proposed Arrangement •PCI Delivers a “turnkey” Professional Paid Parking Program •PCI pays all normal operating expenses: payroll, uniforms, vehicle, supplies, technology expense, cleaning, parking payment signs, parking website, parking finder app •PCI makes investment in FLPR, VMS signage and software systems •PCI provides parking consulting for City •City pays utilities, major repairs, elevators, structural repairs •PCI paid a $12,500 monthly Management Fee •Revenue Share of Gross Revenue •City 75% / PCI 25% •Gross Revenue –All parking revenue collected net of sales tax and credit card fees •Note: South Carolina AG “non-binding” opinion •Projected City Net Revenue $715,000 annually ATTACHMENT #3Aiii Page 12 of 13 ATTACHMENT #3Aiii Page 13 of 13