Douglas public meetings in 2022
25 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Commissioner
The City Commission will hold a work session to discuss utility rates, equipment bids, and board appointments. The regular meeting includes a public hearing regarding the Gaskin Avenue Historic District ordinance. The commission will also consider amendments to animal control and land development codes.
- Public hearing for Gaskin Avenue Historic District designation
- Amendment to Animal Control and Unified Land Development Code Ordinance
- Discussion of 2023 Pike Electric LLC Rates
- Estimate for Thompson Drive Reconductor Project with Pike Electric LLC
- Review of FY23 Durango Equipment Bid
City Commissioner
The City of Douglas Mayor and Commission will hold a work session and regular meeting. The agenda includes discussions on motor bids, ordinance amendments, and appointments to the Downtown Development Authority.
- First reading of an ordinance designating Gaskin Avenue Historic District as a local district
- Discussion regarding the FY23 200 HP motor bid
- Proposed amendments to the Design Review Committee Ordinance
- Approval of application fee for Certificate of Appropriateness
- Discussion of amendments to the Animal Control and Unified Land Development Code Ordinance
City Commissioner
The City Commission will discuss an airport service agreement with Michael Baker International. The meeting also includes a public hearing for amendments to the Unified Land Development Code regarding mobile home skirting. Additionally, officials will discuss GEFA water loans and regulations for mobile vendors and food trucks.
- Airport Service Agreement with Michael Baker International
- Amendment to Unified Land Development Code - Mobile Home Skirting
- Discussion of mobile vendors, food trucks, and farmers markets
- GEFA Water Loan discussion
- Appointment to the Douglas-Coffee County Economic Development Authority
City Commissioner
The City Commission will hold a public hearing and second reading regarding a rezoning petition for 733 Bowens Mill Road. The work session includes discussions on historic district designations, utility infrastructure, and land development code amendments.
- Rezoning application for 733 Bowens Mill Road
- Local designation of Gaskin Avenue Local Historic District
- Unified Land Development Code amendment regarding mobile home skirting
- ESG Engineering Task Orders for water main extension and master plan
- Repair or replacement of the Grundfos 88hp submersible pump at Bojo Ella Lift Station
City Commissioner
The City Commission will hold public hearings for alcohol beverage licenses at 110 Walker Street and 601 Gaskin Avenue. The agenda also includes a rezoning discussion for 733 Bowens Mill Road and several items regarding the Douglas Municipal Airport rehabilitation project.
- Public hearings for alcohol beverage licenses at 110 Walker Street and 601 Gaskin Avenue
- First reading of a rezoning application for 733 Bowens Mill Road
- Change Order 1 for the Airfield Electrical Replacement Project
- Agreement for airport engineering design and planning assistance
- Work authorization agreement for Douglas Municipal Airport rehabilitation
City Commissioner
The agenda consists primarily of procedural items including a review of September 26, 2022 minutes and updates from the City Manager. No specific ordinances or contracts are detailed in this document. An executive session or utility appeals hearing may follow if necessary.
- Review of September 26, 2022 Meeting Minutes
- City Manager updates
City Commissioner
The Douglas City Commission will hold a work session and regular meeting to discuss several municipal items. Topics include an update to the Airport Capital Improvement Plan for FY2024-FY2028 and road closure requests for the Gopher Tortoise Festival. The commission will also address equipment surplus and grant applications.
- Airport Capital Improvement Plan Update FY2024-FY2028
- Road closures for the Gopher Tortoise Festival
- Georgia Outdoor Stewardship Grant Application resolution
- Declaring equipment as surplus for sale
- Parks & Recreation Commission vacancy discussion
City Commissioner
The City Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on the 2022 Tax Millage Ordinance. The meeting also includes discussions regarding an alcohol license for Mack's Express and the 2022 LMIG Paving Project bid award.
- Public hearing and adoption of the 2022 Tax Millage Ordinance
- Alcohol license request by Bhaukikkumar N. Patel for Mack's Express
- Adoption of the Purchasing Policy Manual
- Bid award for the 2022 LMIG Paving Project
- Off-system purchase authorization agreement for TEA strips through MEAG
City Commissioner
The City Commission will hold a first reading of the 2022 Millage Tax Ordinance and discuss a budget amendment for fiscal year 2022. The agenda also includes discussions regarding airport water and sewer extensions, well house improvements, and an alley-way beautification project.
- First reading of the 2022 Millage Tax Ordinance
- FY'22 budget amendment discussion
- Bid award for Airport Water and Sewer Extensions
- Bid award for Well House 2 and Well House 4 improvements
- Purchase of a Forcible Entry Door Simulator from East Coast Rescue Solutions
City Commissioner
The City of Douglas Mayor and Commission will hold a work session and regular meeting. Discussion topics include Local Option Sales Tax renegotiation and an easement request from the Coffee County Food Bank. The commission will also consider second readings for amendments to the Unified Land Development Code and the Manufactured/Mobile Home Overlay.
- L.O.S.T. renegotiation discussion
- Amendments to the Unified Land Development Code (ULDC)
- Amendments to the Manufactured/Mobile Home Overlay ordinance
- Easement request from Coffee County Food Bank
- Appointments to Airport Commission
City Commissioner
The City Commission will hold first readings for ordinances regarding the Unified Land Development Code and the Gaskin Avenue Historic District. The agenda also includes discussions on utility valve purchases and Plant Vogtle project tender options. Additionally, the commission will discuss various board appointments.
- First reading of ordinance to designate Gaskin Avenue Historic District as a Local District
- First reading of text amendments to the Unified Land Development Code (ULDC)
- Discussion regarding the purchase of Hydra-Stop Insta Valves
- Approval of service contract with Southern Georgia Regional Commission for grant writing
- Discussion of vehicle purchases related to Covid supply chain issues
City Commissioner
The City Commission will hold a work session and regular meeting to discuss several items. These include an alcohol license public hearing, equipment bids, and a ground lease with the State of Georgia.
- Public hearing for Jay Shree Ram, LLC's alcoholic beverage license
- FY23 football and soccer equipment bid discussion
- FY23 multiple pad mount transformers bid discussion
- Ground lease between City of Douglas and State of Georgia
- Coffee County Food Bank metal awning variance request
City Commissioner
The Mayor and Commission will hold a work session and regular meeting. The agenda includes adopting the FY'23 budget and ratifying a contract with Freedom Fireworks LLC. Commissioners will also discuss a Planning Commission vacancy and declaring equipment as surplus.
- Adoption of the FY'23 Budget
- Ratification of Freedom Fireworks LLC contract
- Discussion of Douglas-Coffee County Planning Commission vacancy
- Discussion of declaring equipment as surplus
- Discussion of City of Douglas elected car allowance
City Commissioner
The City Commission will conduct a public hearing for the FY'23 budget and a second reading for a rezoning petition for Parcel 0117C 010. The work session includes discussions regarding airport land leases, water meter procurement, and engineering services for Georgia ARPA projects.
- Public hearing for FY'23 budget
- Second reading and public hearing for rezoning Parcel 0117C 010
- Discussion of airport land lease agreement with Wiregrass Foundation
- Discussion of Hersey Water Meters & Registers from Water Works Supply
- Discussion of ESG Task Order for Georgia ARPA projects engineering services
City Commissioner
The City Commission will consider a rezoning petition for Parcel 0117C 010 and a proposal to increase the purchasing threshold for electrical transformers to $100,000.00. The agenda also includes discussions on infrastructure contractors and appointments to local development authorities.
- First reading of rezoning petition for Parcel 0117C 010
- Bid award for Sears and Leader Street
- Increasing electrical transformer purchasing threshold to $100,000.00
- Approval of contractor for 2017 CDBG mitigation improvements
- Second reading of Zoning Board of Appeals Ordinance amendment
City Commissioner
The City of Douglas Mayor and Commission will hold a work session to discuss the proposed fiscal year 2023 budget. City Manager Charles W. Davis is scheduled to present the proposal.
- Discussion of the FY'23 Proposed Budget
City Commissioner
The City Commission will hold public hearings for rezoning petitions at 606 E Mitchell Street and 806 Pine Street. A work session includes discussions on a broadband element amendment for Coffee County and several cities. Officials will also discuss utility repairs and professional services agreements for the police and fire departments.
- Rezoning petition for 606 E Mitchell Street
- Rezoning petition for 806 Pine Street
- Broadband element amendment for Coffee County and local cities
- Professional services agreement for Police and Fire Department
- Belt press repairs at the Wastewater Treatment Plant
City Commissioner
The City Commission will discuss rezoning petitions for 606 E Mitchell Street and 806 Pine Street. The agenda includes discussions regarding applying for FY 2022 CDBG funds for an Early Head Start/Head Start building. Officials will also review a paving contract for Pearl Ave and an ordinance amendment.
- Rezoning petition for 606 E Mitchell Street
- Rezoning petition for 806 Pine Street
- FY 2022 CDBG funding application for Head Start building
- Paving contract for Pearl Ave with Burke Paving
- Ordinance to amend Section 2-19 regarding City meetings
City Commissioner
The City Commission will hold public hearings regarding multiple alcoholic beverage license applications. The agenda also includes discussions on broadband adoption and an ordinance amendment.
- Public hearings for alcoholic beverage licenses (Hutto Company, LLC; Knight Brothers Investment Group, LLC; M&M Douglas 2022, Inc.; Nirmala's Kitchen, LLC)
- Adoption of Broadband Element and Resolution for Joint Comprehensive 2018 Short Term Work Plan
- First reading of an ordinance to amend Section 2-19 regarding meetings
- Resolution authorizing an intergovernmental agreement and development agreement
- Discussion of a county request to use the Old Electric/Old Public Works Office
City Commissioner
The City Commission will discuss several appointments to local boards and authorities. The agenda also includes discussions regarding utility station relocation and well rehabilitation.
- Temporary nine-month variance of City Ordinance 111-73 for a modular building
- Quote from Pike Electric LLC to relocate a regulator station on Thompson Drive
- Proposal from Woodrow Sapp for the rehab of Well 4
- Appointment to the Douglas - Coffee County Land Bank Authority
- Approval to sell fuel at cost for the Douglas Warbird Expo
City Commissioner
The City Commission will discuss awards for engineering and architectural services related to CDBG grants and an alcoholic beverage license application. The agenda also includes discussions on sewer maintenance, utility upgrades, and road closure requests.
- RFQ Awards for Engineering and Architectural Services (CDBG Grants)
- Re-roofing of the Water Department at 320 S. Pearl Ave.
- Sewer and Storm Water Maintenance Bid
- Slip lining a 30" storm drain at the Purchasing Building
- Road closure requests for First Baptist Church and South Georgia State College
City Commissioner
The City Commission will discuss an amendment to add a Broadband Element to the Joint Comprehensive Short Term Work Plan for Coffee County and several cities. The agenda also includes discussions regarding ARPA funding and an IPT agreement between Douglas and Quitman.
- Amendment to add a Broadband Element for Coffee County, Ambrose, Broxton, Douglas, and Nicholls
- Extension of Section T Single Plot Sales in specific zones
- Discussion of IPT Agreement between the City of Douglas and the City of Quitman
- ARPA Funding discussion
City Commissioner
The City of Douglas Mayor and Commission will hold a work session and regular meeting. Discussion items include bids for baseball, softball, and swim equipment, as well as annual concrete repair work. The commission will also review debris removal from Well 4 and engineering upgrades at the wastewater treatment plant.
- FY22 Baseball, Softball, and Swim Equipment Bid 1-24-22
- Annual Concrete Work Bid 1-24-22 for several departments
- Woodrow Sapp quote to remove debris from Well 4
- ESG Engineering Task Order for WWTP aeration-filtration upgrades
City Commissioner
The City Commission will discuss a request to rehabilitate buildings on Airport Circle and several grant applications, including those for historic preservation and public safety. The agenda also includes discussions regarding utility purchasing and appointments to the Downtown Development Authority.
- Request by Chris Rounds to rehabilitate and lease buildings on Airport Circle
- Deadline extension for Community Home Investment Program (CHIP) Grant
- Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation Grant Award to Police Department
- Application for Historic Preservation Fund CLG Survey and Planning Grant
- Purchasing Okonite brand wire from single-source vendor Stuart C. Irby Utilities
City Commissioner
The City Commission will hold a work session to discuss budget ratification and the Greenway Trail Phase IV bid. The agenda also includes discussions regarding utility service rates, riser pole installations, and new meter reading equipment.
- Budget Ratification discussion
- Greenway Trail Phase IV Bid discussion
- Pike Electric LLC 2022 Hourly Rates/Request for Services
- PCC Airfoils Riser Pole Changeout and EZ Blockchain Riser Pole Installation
- Purchase of New Handheld Meter Reading Equipment