City Council Business Meeting
Regular MeetingCharlotte, NC · April 9, 2018
Minutes
City of Charlotte
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Government Center
600 East 4th Street
Charlotte, NC 28202
Meeting Minutes
Monday, April 9, 2018
5:00 PM
Council Chambers
City Council Business Meeting
Mayor Vi Lyles
Mayor Pro Tem Julie Eiselt
Council Member Dimple Ajmera
Council Member Tariq Scott Bokhari
Council Member Ed Driggs
Council Member Larken Egleston
Council Member Justin Harlow
Council Member LaWana Mayfield
Council Member James Mitchell
Council Member Matt Newton
Council Member Greg Phipps
Council Member Braxton Winston II
City Council Business Meeting Meeting Minutes April 9, 2018
ACTION REVIEW
CALL TO ORDER
The City Council of the City of Charlotte, North Carolina convened for Action
Review on Monday, April 9, 2018 at 5:01 p.m. in Room 267 of the Charlotte
Mecklenburg Government Center with Mayor Vi Lyles presiding.
1. 15-7681 Mayor and Council Consent Item Questions
Mayor and Council may ask questions about Consent agenda items.
2. 15-7682 Agenda Overview
There was no Agenda Overview.
3. 15-7924 Regional Water Supply / Sewer Capacity Update
Angela Lee, Director of Charlotte Water updated City Council on water and
wastewater capacity, as well as system planning efforts.
4. 15-7743 Mobility - Connectivity in Charlotte
Liz Babson, Director of Transportation and Scott Curry, Transportation provided
an overview of connectivity in Charlotte, including information on the proposed
Charlotte Walks Sidewalk Construction Ordinance revisions.
5. 15-7683 Answers to Mayor and Council Consent Item
Questions
There were no Consent item questions.
6. 15-7684 Closed Session (as necessary)
A motion was made by Council Member Mayfield and seconded by Council
Member Egleston to Go into Closed Session pursuant to GS 143-318.11 (a)(4) to
discuss matters relating to the location of industries or businesses in the City of
Charlotte, including potential economic development incentives that may be
offered in negotiations. The motion carried unanimously.
RECESS
The meeting recessed at 6:20 p.m. to go into closed session in Room 267. The
closed session recessed at 6:33 p.m. and the meeting was moved to the Meeting
Chamber for the regularly scheduled Business meeting.
BUSINESS MEETING
CALL TO ORDER
The City Council of the City of Charlotte, North Carolina reconvened for Action
Review on Monday, April 9, 2018 at 6:40 p.m. in the Meeting Chamber of the
Charlotte Mecklenburg Government Center with Mayor Vi Lyles presiding.
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Present: 12 - Mayor Vi Lyles, Mayor Pro Tem Julie Eiselt, Council Member Dimple Ajmera,
Council Member Tariq Scott Bokhari, Council Member Ed Driggs, Council Member
Larken Egleston, Council Member Justin Harlow, Council Member LaWana
Mayfield, Council Member James Mitchell, Council Member Matt Newton, Council
Member Greg Phipps, and Council Member Braxton Winston II
INTRODUCTIONS
INVOCATION
Mayor Lyles explained the protocol for the invocation.
Council Member Mitchell led the Invocation.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS
7. 15-7649 National Volunteer Week Proclamation
Mayor Lyles read a proclamation recognizing April 15 - 21, 2018 as National
Volunteer Week.
8. 15-7813 Fair Housing Month
Mayor Lyles read a proclamation recognizing April 2018 as Fair Housing Month.
PUBLIC FORUM
9. 15-7685 Public Forum
The following speakers addressed City Council:
1. Richard Simmons - Affordable Housing for Seniors
2. Sharon Edwards - Affordable Housing in Charlotte
3. John Divine - Affordable Housing
4. Christian Cano - Supporting Undocumented and Transgender Community
5. James Covington - Supportive Housing Communities (SHC)
6. Isael Mejia - Worker's Center
7. Martina Lowery - Affordable Housing
8. Jonathan Collazo - Gun Laws
9. Kris Barrows - Low Staffing on LYNX Blue Line
10. Jose Hernandez-Paris - Worker's Center
CONSENT
10. 15-7686 Consent agenda items 24 through 60 may be
considered in one motion except for those items
removed by a Council member. Items are removed
by notifying the City Clerk.
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Approval of the Consent Agenda
A motion was made by Council Member Mitchell and seconded by Council
Member Newton to Approve the Consent Agenda as presented with the exception
of Item No. 38 which was Pulled by Staff at the Request of Council and Item No.
53 which was Pulled by Staff because it was Settled. The motion carried
unanimously.
PUBLIC HEARING
11. 15-7287 Public Hearing on the Fiscal Year 2019 Annual Action
Plan for Housing and Community Development
There being no speakers, either for or against, a motion was made by Council
Member Eiselt and seconded by Council Member Mayfield to Open and Close the
Public Hearing. The motion carried unanimously.
12. 15-6866 Public Comment on the South End Vision Plan and
Plan Amendments
The following speakers addressed City Council:
1. Michael Smith, CEO, Charlotte Center City Partners
2. Terry Shook
3. Rick Shanley
4. Justin Lane
5. Brad Picot
6. Brooks Whiteside
7. David Hanley
A motion was made by Council Member Mayfield and seconded by Council
Member Ajmera to Close the Public Hearing. The motion carried unanimously.
POLICY
13. 15-7687 City Manager’s Report
Marcus Jones, City Manager briefed Council on the 30 day memo and Debra
Campbell, Assistant City Manager made a presentation about the 2018 All
American City Award - the City of Charlotte has been named a finalist.
BUSINESS
NOMINATIONS TO BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS
The Mayor read the rules and procedures regarding nominations to Boards and
Commissions.
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14. 15-7633 Nomination to the Business Advisory Committee
One appointment for a three-year term beginning April 29, 2018 and ending April
28, 2021.
A motion was made by Council Member Ajmera and seconded by Council
Member Winston II to Reappoint Scott Campagna. The motion carried
unanimously.
15. 15-7634 Nomination to the Charlotte International Cabinet
One appointment for a partial term of a member or a staff person from the
Charlotte Regional Partnership beginning immediately and ending June 30, 2019.
A motion was made by Council Member Ajmera and seconded by Council
Member Winston II to Appoint Marvin Price. The motion carried unanimously.
16. 15-7635 Nomination to the Citizens Review Board
One appointment for a partial term beginning immediately and ending July 31,
2018.
A motion was made by Council Member Ajmera and seconded by Council
Member Winston II to Appoint E. Thomas Bowers. The motion carried
unanimously.
17. 15-7637 Nominations to the Charlotte Tree Advisory
Commission
One appointment for a partial term beginning immediately and ending
December 13, 2018 and one appointment for a partial term beginning
immediately and ending December 13, 2020.
A motion was made by Council Member Ajmera and seconded by Council
Member Winston II to Appoint Wayne Robinson and Alea Tuttle. The motion
carried unanimously.
18. 15-7638 Nominations to Civil Service Board
Three appointments for three-year terms beginning May 16, 2018 and ending May
15, 2021.
A motion was made by Council Member Ajmera and seconded by Council
Member Winston II to Appoint David McCleary and Reappoint Brenda Johnson
and Victoria Watlington. The motion carried unanimously.
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19. 15-7639 Nominations to the Community Relations Committee
Two appointments for partial terms beginning immediately and ending June 30,
2019 and one appointment for a partial term beginning immediately and ending
June 30, 2018, and then continuing for a full three-year term beginning July 1,
2018 and ending June 30, 2021.
A motion was made by Council Member Ajmera and seconded by Council
Member Winston II to Appoint Savannah Turner. The motion carried
unanimously.
The two remaining appointments will be brought back to the next business
meeting for Council consideration.
20. 15-7640 Nominations to Keep Charlotte Beautiful
Two appointments for partial terms beginning immediately and ending June 30,
2018, and then continuing for full three-year terms beginning July 1, 2018 and
ending June 30, 2021.
A motion was made by Council Member Ajmera and seconded by Council
Member Winston II to Appoint Matt Wilson. The motion carried unanimously.
The remaining appointment will be brought back to the next business meeting
for Council consideration.
21. 15-7641 Nominations to the Neighborhood Matching Grants
Fund
Two appointments for two-year terms in the Neighborhood Representative
category beginning April 16, 2018 and ending April 15, 2020; one appointment for
a two-year term in the Business Representative category beginning April 16, 2018
and ending April 15, 2020; one appointment for a two-year term in the
Neighborhood Organizational Leader category beginning April 16, 2018 and
ending April 15, 2020; two appointments for two-year terms in the Non-Profit
Organization category beginning April 16, 2018 and ending April 15, 2020; and,
one appointment for a two-year term recommended by the School
Superintendent beginning April 16, 2018 and ending April 15, 2020.
A motion was made by Council Member Ajmera and seconded by Council
Member Winston II to Reappoint Colin Pinkney and James White; Laura
McLettie; William Hughes; to Appoint Ryan Deal and Yvette Townsend-Ingram;
and Reappoint Keva Womble. The motion carried unanimously.
22. 15-7642 Nomination to Passenger Vehicle for Hire
One appointment for a partial term in the Company Operating Certificate
Licensee category beginning immediately and ending June 30, 2019.
A motion was made by Council Member Ajmera and seconded by Council
Member Winston II to Appoint Adedamola Ekundayo. The motion carried
unanimously.
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23. 15-7688 Mayor and City Council Topics
The City Council members may share information and raise topics for discussion.
CONSENT
24. 15-7667 2017 Homeland Security Grant Program
A motion was made by Council Member Mitchell and seconded by Council
Member Newton to Approve this Consent Item.The motion carried unanimously.
25. 15-7673 Solid Waste Services Refuse Vehicle Tire and Related
Services Contract
A motion was made by Council Member Mitchell and seconded by Council
Member Newton to Approve this Consent Item.The motion carried unanimously.
26. 15-7674 Solid Waste Services Automated Vehicle Locator
Contract Amendment
A motion was made by Council Member Mitchell and seconded by Council
Member Newton to Approve this Consent Item.The motion carried unanimously.
27. 15-7675 Solid Waste Services Video Monitoring Product and
Services Contract
A motion was made by Council Member Mitchell and seconded by Council
Member Newton to Approve this Consent Item.The motion carried unanimously.
28. 15-7610 Purchase Traffic Signal Controllers
A motion was made by Council Member Mitchell and seconded by Council
Member Newton to Approve this Consent Item.The motion carried unanimously.
29. 15-7576 Private Developer Funds Appropriation
A motion was made by Council Member Mitchell and seconded by Council
Member Newton to Approve this Consent Item.The motion carried unanimously.
30. 15-7594 Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning Supplies
and Services Contract
A motion was made by Council Member Mitchell and seconded by Council
Member Newton to Approve this Consent Item.The motion carried unanimously.
31. 15-7598 Amend Contract for Sale of City Property located on
West Tyvola Road
A motion was made by Council Member Mitchell and seconded by Council
Member Newton to Approve this Consent Item.The motion carried unanimously.
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32. 15-7621 Brigmore Drive Storm Drainage Improvement Project
A motion was made by Council Member Mitchell and seconded by Council
Member Newton to Approve this Consent Item.The motion carried unanimously.
34. 15-7153 Royston Road Channel Stabilization Project
A motion was made by Council Member Mitchell and seconded by Council
Member Newton to Approve this Consent Item.The motion carried unanimously.
33. 15-7596 LaSalle Street Storm Drainage Improvement Project
A motion was made by Council Member Mitchell and seconded by Council
Member Newton to Approve this Consent Item.The motion carried unanimously.
35. 15-7149 Marlwood-Waverly Water Quality Enhancement
Project
A motion was made by Council Member Mitchell and seconded by Council
Member Newton to Approve this Consent Item.The motion carried unanimously.
36. 15-7529 Wilmore Drive/Park Avenue and Little Sugar Creek
Tributary Trunk Sewer to North Tryon Street Sanitary
Sewer Design-Build Services Contract Amendment
A motion was made by Council Member Mitchell and seconded by Council
Member Newton to Approve this Consent Item.The motion carried unanimously.
37. 15-7521 Interlocal Agreement for Stevens Creek Sewer Phase
I and Stream Restoration
A motion was made by Council Member Mitchell and seconded by Council
Member Newton to Approve this Consent Item.The motion carried unanimously.
38. 15-7473 Sugar Creek 54 inch Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation
This item was Pulled by Staff.
39. 15-7251 Fiscal Year 2018 Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation
A motion was made by Council Member Mitchell and seconded by Council
Member Newton to Approve this Consent Item.The motion carried unanimously.
40. 15-7500 Airport Concourse A North Expansion Phase I Design
Services Contract Amendment
A motion was made by Council Member Mitchell and seconded by Council
Member Newton to Approve this Consent Item.The motion carried unanimously.
41. 15-7643 Federal Aviation Administration Reimbursable
Agreement
A motion was made by Council Member Mitchell and seconded by Council
Member Newton to Approve this Consent Item.The motion carried unanimously.
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42. 15-7601 Airport Taxiway M Rehabilitation Design Services
Contract
A motion was made by Council Member Mitchell and seconded by Council
Member Newton to Approve this Consent Item.The motion carried unanimously.
43. 15-7418 Aircraft Training Cabins Donation
A motion was made by Council Member Mitchell and seconded by Council
Member Newton to Approve this Consent Item.The motion carried unanimously.
44. 15-7254 Airport North End Taxiway Environmental
Assessment
A motion was made by Council Member Mitchell and seconded by Council
Member Newton to Approve this Consent Item.The motion carried unanimously.
45. 15-7636 Citywide Voice Communications Services
A motion was made by Council Member Mitchell and seconded by Council
Member Newton to Approve this Consent Item.The motion carried unanimously.
46. 15-7622 Executive Recruiting Services
A motion was made by Council Member Mitchell and seconded by Council
Member Newton to Approve this Consent Item.The motion carried unanimously.
47. 15-7584 iNovah Software Maintenance and Support Contract
Amendments
A motion was made by Council Member Mitchell and seconded by Council
Member Newton to Approve this Consent Item.The motion carried unanimously.
48. 15-7608 Citywide Safety Shoes Contract
A motion was made by Council Member Mitchell and seconded by Council
Member Newton to Approve this Consent Item.The motion carried unanimously.
49. 15-7647 Refund of Property and Business Privilege License
Taxes
A motion was made by Council Member Mitchell and seconded by Council
Member Newton to Approve this Consent Item.The motion carried unanimously.
50. 15-7680 Meeting Minutes
A motion was made by Council Member Mitchell and seconded by Council
Member Newton to Approve this Consent Item.The motion carried unanimously.
PROPERTY TRANSACTIONS
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51. 15-7894 Property Transactions - 25th Street Connection,
Parcel #6
A motion was made by Council Member Mitchell and seconded by Council
Member Newton to Approve this Consent Item.The motion carried unanimously.
52. 15-7897 Property Transactions - 25th Street Connection,
Parcel #8
A motion was made by Council Member Mitchell and seconded by Council
Member Newton to Approve this Consent Item.The motion carried unanimously.
53. 15-7906 Property Transactions - 25th Street Connection,
Parcel #12.1
This item was Settled.
54. 15-7892 Property Transactions - Franklin to Vest Water Main,
Parcel #1
A motion was made by Council Member Mitchell and seconded by Council
Member Newton to Approve this Consent Item.The motion carried unanimously.
55. 15-7898 Property Transactions - Goose Creek Pump Station -
Part 2, Parcel #35
A motion was made by Council Member Mitchell and seconded by Council
Member Newton to Approve this Consent Item.The motion carried unanimously.
56. 15-7896 Property Transactions - Lincoln Heights Drainage
Improvements, Parcel #7
A motion was made by Council Member Mitchell and seconded by Council
Member Newton to Approve this Consent Item.The motion carried unanimously.
57. 15-7900 Property Transactions - Lincoln Heights Drainage
Improvements, Parcel #12
A motion was made by Council Member Mitchell and seconded by Council
Member Newton to Approve this Consent Item.The motion carried unanimously.
58. 15-7899 Property Transactions - Rocky River Road
Improvement, Parcel #26
A motion was made by Council Member Mitchell and seconded by Council
Member Newton to Approve this Consent Item.The motion carried unanimously.
59. 15-7604 Aviation Property Transaction - 8215 Robbie Circle
A motion was made by Council Member Mitchell and seconded by Council
Member Newton to Approve this Consent Item.The motion carried unanimously.
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60. 15-7735 Aviation Property Transaction - 9200 Dorcas Lane
A motion was made by Council Member Mitchell and seconded by Council
Member Newton to Approve this Consent Item.The motion carried unanimously.
ADJOURNMENT
A motion was made by Council Member Driggs and seconded by Council
Member Mayfield to Adjourn the meeting. The motion carried unanimously. The
meeting adjourned at 8:39 p.m.
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Agenda
City of Charlotte
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Government Center
600 East 4th Street
Charlotte, NC 28202
Meeting Agenda
Monday, April 9, 2018
Council Chambers
City Council Business Meeting
Mayor Vi Lyles
Mayor Pro Tem Julie Eiselt
Council Member Dimple Ajmera
Council Member Tariq Scott Bokhari
Council Member Ed Driggs
Council Member Larken Egleston
Council Member Justin Harlow
Council Member LaWana Mayfield
Council Member James Mitchell
Council Member Matt Newton
Council Member Greg Phipps
Council Member Braxton Winston II
City Council Business Meeting Meeting Agenda April 9, 2018
5:00 P.M. ACTION REVIEW, CHARLOTTE-MECKLENBURG
GOVERNMENT CENTER, ROOM 267
1. Mayor and Council Consent Item Questions
Staff Resource(s):
Danny Pleasant, City Manager’s Office
Time: 5 minutes
Synopsis
Mayor and Council may ask questions about Consent agenda items. Staff will address questions at the end
of the Action Review meeting.
2. Agenda Overview
Staff Resource(s):
Marcus Jones, City Manager
3. Regional Water Supply / Sewer Capacity Update
Staff Resource(s):
Angela Lee, Charlotte Water
Time: 30 minutes
Explanation
§ This presentation will update City Council on water and wastewater capacity, as well as system
planning efforts.
Future Action
During an upcoming business meeting, Council action will be requested to extend the Biosolids Management
Agreement, and to initiate an agreement with Belmont and Mount Holly for connection to the Long Creek
Waste Water Treatment Plant.
Agenda Review April 9 -ver 5 Final
4. Mobility - Connectivity in Charlotte
Staff Resource(s):
Liz Babson, Transportation
Scott Curry, Transportation
Time: 30 minutes
Explanation
§ This presentation will provide an overview of connectivity in Charlotte, including information on the
proposed Charlotte Walks Sidewalk Construction Ordinance revisions.
Future Action
Council action will be requested at the April 23, 2018 business meeting on the following items:
§ The proposed ordinance changes amending the sidewalk construction requirements in Chapter 19 of
the City Code, and
§ A policy to permit reimbursement for affordable housing projects that reconstruct substandard
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sidewalk on thoroughfares.
Draft 4-9-18 Presentation-4j
5. Answers to Mayor and Council Consent Item Questions
Staff Resource(s):
Danny Pleasant, City Manager’s Office
Time: 10 minutes
Synopsis
Staff responses to questions from the beginning of the Action Review meeting.
6. Closed Session (as necessary)
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6:30 P.M. CITY COUNCIL BUSINESS MEETING,
CHARLOTTE-MECKLENBURG GOVERNMENT CENTER,
CHAMBER
Call to Order
Introductions
Invocation
Pledge of Allegiance
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AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS
7. National Volunteer Week Proclamation
Action:
Mayor Lyles will read a proclamation recognizing April 15 - 21, 2018 as National Volunteer Week.
8. Fair Housing Month
Action:
Mayor Lyles will read a proclamation recognizing April 2018 as Fair Housing Month.
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PUBLIC FORUM
9. Public Forum
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10. Consent agenda items 24 through 60 may be considered in
one motion except for those items removed by a Council
member. Items are removed by notifying the City Clerk.
Consideration of Consent Items shall occur in the following order:
A. Items that have not been pulled, and
B. Items with citizens signed up to speak to the item.
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PUBLIC HEARING
11. Public Hearing on the Fiscal Year 2019 Annual Action Plan
for Housing and Community Development
Action:
Hold a public hearing on the proposed Fiscal Year 2019 Annual Action Plan for Housing and
Community Development.
Staff Resource(s):
Pamela Wideman, Housing and Neighborhood Services
Warren Wooten, Housing and Neighborhood Services
Policy
§ The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) mandates the development of an
Annual Action Plan to receive federal funding for housing and community development activities.
§ The Fiscal Year 2019 Annual Action Plan for Housing and Community Development (the Plan) is the
City of Charlotte’s strategy for the use of federal funds in providing housing and community
development activities.
§ The Plan supports the City’s housing policy to preserve existing housing, expand the supply of low
and moderate-income housing, and support family self-sufficiency.
Community Input
§ Housing and Neighborhood Services staff convened public forums on January 24, February 14, and
February 20, to receive input for the development of the Plan. Staff received no public comments
from these meetings.
§ A draft copy of the Plan was placed in several libraries throughout Charlotte, and copies were also
placed at the Charlotte Housing Authority and Old City Hall facilities.
Next Steps
§ City Council will be asked to approve the Plan at their April 23, 2018 business meeting, and the Plan
will be submitted to HUD on or before May 15, 2018.
Explanation
§ The Plan includes housing and community development needs and resources for the City and
Regional Housing Consortium.
§ The Regional Housing Consortium is a partnership among the City, Mecklenburg County, and the
towns of Cornelius, Pineville, Matthews, Mint Hill, Huntersville, and Davidson.
§ In Fiscal Year 2019, the City expects to receive the following federal funding allocation, totaling to
$10,283,239:
- Community Development Block Grant (CDBG): $5,351,235,
- HOME Investment and Partnerships (HOME): $2,299,536,
- Emergency Solution Grants: $466,608, and
- Housing Opportunity for Persons with AIDS (HOPWA): $2,165,860.
§ The final budget is expected to be determined in the next 60 to 90 days. Should any of the
anticipated funding amounts change, City Council is not required to hold another public hearing or
amend the approved Plan. The changes can be handled administratively by the City.
Attachment(s)
Draft Fiscal Year 2019 Annual Action Plan for Housing and Community Development
FY19 -Annual Action Plan
12. Public Comment on the South End Vision Plan and Plan
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Amendments
Action:
Receive public comments on the South End Vision Plan and amendments to the South End Station
Area Plan and the New Bern Transit Station Area Plan.
Staff Resource(s):
Taiwo Jaiyeoba, Planning
Monica Holmes, Planning
Explanation
§ The South End Vision Plan (Plan) focuses on the neighborhood within four Blue Station Areas -
Carson Station, Bland Station, East/West Station, and New Bern Station. I-277 is the northern limit
of the study area, with Foster Avenue forming the southern edge, S. Tryon Street being the
western boundary, and one block east of South Boulevard forming the eastern boundary. The plan
was created by compiling extensive input from South End neighborhood leaders, business owners,
residents, and other stakeholders. It envisions a South End that continues to be on Charlotte’s
leading edge of urban livability, technology, and sustainability.
§ The Plan includes a refreshed vision statement, along with goals and implementation strategies to
achieve that vision, including amendments to two existing area plans (South End Station Area Plan
and New Bern Station Area Plan). The Plan also incorporates the recommendations from detailed
corridor studies for South Tryon Street and South Boulevard within the plan area.
§ The South End Vision planning process began in Summer 2016 as a combined effort between the
City of Charlotte and Charlotte Center City Partners. Stantec (consultant), an international urban
design and architecture firm, was hired to lead the Vision Plan process. Their work included
stakeholder interviews, facilitating the steering committee meetings, organizing and responding to
the public engagement, and utilizing their expertise to craft a Vision Plan document with
recommendations.
§ City Council will be asked to adopt the vision and concept (Chapters 1, 2, and 3) of the South End
Vision Plan, as well as the New Bern Station Area Plan Amendments and the South End Station Area
Plan Amendments at a future City Council meeting.
§ Chapters 4 and 5 of the Plan serve as an implementation guide, and as standard practice for all
Area Plans, are not adopted by City Council.
Community Input
§ Staff held two public meetings, with over 100 people in attendance at the kickoff and 200 people in
attendance at the second public meeting in July 2017.
§ A 20+ stakeholder steering committee led the process. City staff, in conjunction with Charlotte
Center City Partners and the consultant, facilitated four steering committee meetings.
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Planning Commission (Planning Committee)
§ The consultant presented an overview of the process and policy recommendations to the Planning
Committee at their July 18, 2017 meeting.
§ The Planning Committee was briefed on the Plan during their September 19, October 17, and
November 21, 2017 meetings.
Transportation and Planning Committee
§ The Transportation and Planning Committee (Committee) reviewed the draft Plan during their regular
meeting on October 9, 2017.
§ The Committee voted unanimously (Ajmera, Lyles, Phipps, and Smith; Kinsey absent) to refer the
plan to the full City Council for public comment.
Next Steps
§ The Planning Committee is expected to continue their review of the South End Vision Plan and the
amendments following public hearing and make a recommendation to the City Council.
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§ The Transportation and Planning Committee is expected to continue their review of the Plan in April
and make a recommendation to the City Council.
§ It is anticipated that City Council will be asked to adopt the Plan and amendments at a future City
Council meeting once Planning Committee and Transportation and Planning Committee have finished
their review of the plan.
Attachment(s)
South End Vision Plan (Draft):
<http://charlottenc.gov/planning/AreaPlanning/Pages/SouthEndVisionPlan.aspx>
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POLICY
13. City Manager’s Report
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BUSINESS
14. Nomination to the Business Advisory Committee
Action:
Nominate citizens to serve as specified.
Staff Resource(s):
Stephanie Kelly, City Clerk’s Office
Explanation
§ One appointment for a three-year term beginning April 29, 2018 and ending April 28, 2021.
- Scott Campagna is eligible and interested in reappointment.
Attachment(s)
Business Advisory Committee Applicants
15. Nomination to the Charlotte International Cabinet
Action:
Nominate citizens to serve as specified.
Staff Resource(s):
Stephanie Kelly, City Clerk’s Office
Explanation
§ One appointment for a partial term of a member or a staff person from the Charlotte Regional
Partnership beginning immediately and ending June 30, 2019.
- Vanessa Goeschl did not meet attendance requirements.
Attachment(s)
Charlotte International Cabinet Applicants
16. Nomination to the Citizens Review Board
Action:
Nominate citizens to serve as specified.
Staff Resource(s):
Stephanie Kelly, City Clerk’s Office
Explanation
§ One appointment for a partial term beginning immediately and ending July 31, 2018.
- David Smith did not meet attendance requirements.
Attachment(s)
Citizens Review Board Applicants
17. Nominations to the Charlotte Tree Advisory Commission
Action:
Nominate citizens to serve as specified.
Staff Resource(s):
Stephanie Kelly, City Clerk’s Office
Explanation
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§ One appointment for a partial term beginning immediately and ending December 13, 2018.
- Robbie Kirk has resigned.
§ One appointment for a partial term beginning immediately and ending December 13, 2020.
- Diatra Fullwood has resigned.
Attachment(s)
Charlotte Tree Advisory Commission Applicants
18. Nominations to Civil Service Board
Action:
Nominate citizens to serve as specified.
Staff Resource(s):
Stephanie Kelly, City Clerk’s Office
Explanation
§ Three appointments for three-year terms beginning May 16, 2018 and ending May 15, 2021.
- Victoria Watlington and Brenda Johnson are eligible and interested in reappointment.
- Ashley Hewitt has completed two full terms and is not eligible for reappointment.
Attachment(s)
Civil Service Board Applicants
19. Nominations to the Community Relations Committee
Action:
Nominate citizens to serve as specified.
Staff Resource(s):
Stephanie Kelly, City Clerk’s Office
Explanation
§ Two appointments for partial terms beginning immediately and ending June 30, 2019.
- Kawana Davis and Gary Young did not meet attendance requirements.
§ One appointment for a partial term beginning immediately and ending June 30, 2018, and then
continuing for a full three-year term beginning July 1, 2018 and ending June 30, 2021.
- Matthew Comer resigned.
Attachment(s)
Community Relations Committee Applicants
20. Nominations to Keep Charlotte Beautiful
Action:
Nominate citizens to serve as specified.
Staff Resource(s):
Stephanie Kelly, City Clerk’s Office
Explanation
§ Two appointments for partial terms beginning immediately and ending June 30, 2018, and then
continuing for full three-year terms beginning July 1, 2018 and ending June 30, 2021.
- William Babb did not meet attendance requirements.
- Joshua Middleton has resigned.
Attachment(s)
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Keep Charlotte Beautiful Applicants
21. Nominations to the Neighborhood Matching Grants Fund
Action:
Nominate citizens to serve as specified.
Staff Resource(s):
Stephanie Kelly, City Clerk’s Office
Explanation
§ Two appointments for two-year terms in the Neighborhood Representative category beginning April
16, 2018 and ending April 15, 2020.
- Colin Pinkney and James White III are eligible and interested in reappointment.
§ One appointment for a two-year term in the Business Representative category beginning April 16,
2018 and ending April 15, 2020.
- Laura McClettie is eligible and interested in reappointment.
§ One appointment for a two-year term in the Neighborhood Organizational Leader category beginning
April 16, 2018 and ending April 15, 2020.
- Thomas Burch has completed two terms and is not eligible for reappointment.
§ Two appointments for two-year terms in the Non-Profit Organization category beginning April 16,
2018 and ending April 15, 2020.
- Kellie Anderson has completed two terms and is not eligible for reappointment.
- Clair Craig-Lane did not meet attendance requirements.
§ One appointment for a two-year term recommended by the School Superintendent beginning April
16, 2018 and ending April 15, 2020.
- Keva Womble is eligible and interested in reappointment.
Attachment(s)
Neighborhood Matching Grants Fund Applicants
22. Nomination to Passenger Vehicle for Hire
Action:
Nominate citizens to serve as specified.
Staff Resource(s):
Stephanie Kelly, City Clerk’s Office
Explanation
§ One appointment for a partial term in the Company Operating Certificate Licensee category
beginning immediately and ending June 30, 2019.
- Robert Walker has resigned.
Attachment(s)
Passenger Vehicle for Hire Applicants
23. Mayor and City Council Topics
The City Council members may share information and raise topics for discussion.
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CONSENT
24. 2017 Homeland Security Grant Program
Action:
A. Authorize the Charlotte Homeland Security Director (Charlotte Fire Chief) to accept a grant
for $160,000 from the North Carolina Department of Public Safety, Office of the North
Carolina Emergency Management received through the United States Department of
Homeland Security 2017 Homeland Security Grant Program, and
B. Adopt a budget ordinance appropriating $160,000 in Homeland Security Grant Program
funds.
Staff Resource(s):
Pete Key, Fire
Richard Granger, Fire
Explanation
§ The 2017 Homeland Security Grant Program allowed eligible applicants to apply for funding through
the North Carolina Department of Public Safety, Office of the North Carolina Emergency
Management to aid in the prevention, protection, response, and recovery from potential terrorist
and other hazardous or catastrophic events.
§ The Charlotte Fire Department will use the grant funds to teach a 10-day structural collapse
training course for responding agencies in the Charlotte Urban Search and Rescue (USAR) region
and six other metro areas in the state of North Carolina (Asheville/Buncombe County, Greensboro,
Raleigh/Durham/Chapel Hill, Fayetteville, Greenville/New Bern, and Wilmington/New Hanover County).
- Expenses will include tuition for 81 students, compensation for 20 instructors, the purchase
of meals for those attending, and the purchase of needed supplies for the training.
§ Instructors for the course will be both external (Greensboro Fire Department and
North Carolina Emergency Management Personnel) and internal. Internal instructors
will be off-duty and paid as adjunct instructors so as not to supplant any pre-existing
local funds with federal funds.
§ The City of Charlotte has received funding sporadically for this training course since 2002 and will
continue to receive this funding in the future on an as-needed basis determined by the North
Carolina Department of Public Safety.
§ No City matching funds are required for receipt of this grant.
Fiscal Note
Funding: 2017 Homeland Security Grant Program
Attachment(s)
Memorandum of Agreement
Budget Ordinance
FY17_HSGP_MOA_1700-10_NCEM_S
DHS Budget Ordinance 4.9.18
25. Solid Waste Services Refuse Vehicle Tire and Related
Services Contract
Action:
A. Award a unit price contract to the lowest responsive bidder Parrish Tire Company for the
purchase of refuse collection vehicle tires and light-duty vehicle tires for three years, and
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B. Authorize the City Manager to renew the contract for up to two, one-year terms with
possible price adjustments and to amend the contract consistent with the purpose for which
the contract was approved.
Staff Resource(s):
Victoria Johnson, Solid Waste Services
Randy Harrington, Management and Financial Services
Explanation
§ Tires and tire services are necessary to safely maintain Solid Waste Services’ (SWS) fleet of 235
vehicles.
§ This contract includes tire inspection, tire replacement, and road call service during and after
normal business hours for all heavy-duty refuse collection vehicles and light-duty vehicles. These
requirements are unique to SWS and require a department specific contract.
§ The vendor will also inspect tires at the SWS facility five days a week after normal business hours
and replace tires as needed.
§ On January 22, 2018, the City issued an Invitation to Bid; four bids were received from interested
service providers.
§ Parrish Tire Company was selected as the lowest responsive, responsible bidder.
§ Estimated annual expenditures are $800,000.
Charlotte Business INClusion
No subcontracting goal was established for this contract because there are no subcontracting opportunities
(Part C: Section 2.1(a) of the Charlotte Business INClusion Policy).
Fiscal Note
Funding: Solid Waste Services Operating Budget
26. Solid Waste Services Automated Vehicle Locator Contract
Amendment
Action:
Approve contract amendment #1 for $390,000 to the Coretex Automated Vehicle Asset Location
Products & Services contract for continued monitoring and reporting.
Staff Resource(s):
Victoria Johnson, Solid Waste Services
Explanation
§ Coretex (dba Airtrak) currently provides Automated Vehicle Locator (AVL) equipment and monthly
monitoring services through a contract that began September 2016.
§ On June 13, 2016, City Council awarded a sole source contract for the replacement of AVL devices
that were reaching end of life.
§ The AVLs transmit vehicle global position system (GPS) data, vehicle and driver performance data,
and customer service delivery data at 15-second intervals via mobile networks.
§ The transmitted data is used to calculate service routing, generate performance benchmarking, and
investigate customer service requests and complaints.
§ Solid Waste Services (SWS) is requesting an amendment to increase the contract spend by an
estimated $390,000 to continue the monthly service data monitoring and reporting currently in
place.
§ This amendment allows SWS to maintain continuity of service delivery and compatibility of other
integrated systems. The City’s current curbside recycling vendor and newly awarded Multifamily
solid waste collection contract vendor use the same equipment.
§ The company will be paid the unit prices set forth in the contract, a copy of which is available upon
request.
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§ Total new estimated contract spend is $592,000 over the existing five year term of the contract.
Fiscal Note
Funding: Solid Waste Services Operating Budget
27. Solid Waste Services Video Monitoring Product and Services
Contract
Action:
A. Approve a contract with Advanced Digital Solutions, LLC for video monitoring products and
services for an initial term of three years,
B. Authorize the City Manager to renew the contract for up to two additional, one year terms
with possible price adjustments and to amend the contract consistent with the purpose for
which the contract was approved,
C. Authorize the City Manager to purchase maintenance and support for as long as Solid Waste
Services uses the video monitoring systems, and
D. Authorize the City Manager to purchase additional software licenses, services, and
hardware as needed from time to time to optimize the City’s use of the products, and to
approve other amendments consistent with the purpose for which the contracts were
approved, including price adjustments.
Staff Resource(s):
Victoria Johnson, Solid Waste Services
Explanation
§ Video monitoring enhances safety and security for Solid Waste Services (SWS) customers, staff,
facilities, and assets.
§ SWS seeks to expand the use of video monitoring beyond buildings and employee lots to include all
equipment lots and the new onsite Compressed Natural Gas fueling station.
§ The contract will expand the current video monitoring system by adding:
- Video cameras and components,
- Security cameras and components,
- Wireless cameras and components,
- Video recorders, and
- Related Services.
§ On January 26, 2017, the City issued a Request for Proposals (RFP); 12 proposals were received
from interested service providers.
§ Advanced Digital Systems, LLC (ADS) was selected as the best qualified firm to meet the City’s
needs on the basis of qualifications and responsiveness to RFP requirements. A key factor is that
ADS provides the software and equipment currently used by SWS, which eliminates the need to
replace functioning equipment due to incompatibility.
§ Annual contract expenditures are estimated to be $75,000, totaling to $375,000 over the five year
term.
Charlotte Business INClusion
No subcontracting goal was established because there are no subcontracting opportunities (Part C: Section
2.1(a) of the Charlotte Business INClusion Policy).
Fiscal Note
Funding: Solid Waste Services Operating Budget
28. Purchase Traffic Signal Controllers
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Action:
A. Approve the purchase of traffic signal controllers, as authorized by the sole source
exemption of G.S. 143-129 (e)(6), and
B. Approve a sole source contract in the amount of $220,600 with Econolite, Inc. for the
purchase of traffic signal controllers.
Staff Resource(s):
Liz Babson, Transportation
Charles Abel, Transportation
Sole Source Exemption
G.S. 143-129 (e) (6) provides that formal bidding requirements do not apply when:
- Performance or price competition are not available;
- A needed product is available from only one source or supply; or
- Standardization or compatibility is the overriding consideration.
§ Sole sourcing is necessary for this contract because the controllers must be compatible with our
existing software and communications network.
§ The City Council must approve purchases made under the sole source exception.
Explanation
§ Transportation, CATS, and Fire are currently implementing a traffic signal system that will give
priority treatment to buses and fire trucks at signalized intersections.
§ The traffic signal controllers are needed to standardize the controller software at all signalized
intersections within the City, which will work with the new bus and fire truck priority system.
§ The priority system will help to give CATS buses that are running behind schedule extra green time
at traffic signals and will reduce response times for Fire vehicles by ensuring that the signal is green
for the fire truck as it approaches.
§ This purchase will replace all the existing traffic signal controllers in the Uptown area (Council
Districts 1 and 2) and is anticipated to be completed by June 2018.
Charlotte Business INClusion
This is a sole source contract and is exempt (Part A: Appendix 1.27 of the Charlotte Business INClusion
Policy).
Fiscal Note
Funding: General Community Investment Plan
29. Private Developer Funds Appropriation
Action:
A. Approve a Developer Agreement with SC Hondros for traffic signal installations and
improvements, and
B. Adopt a budget ordinance appropriating $6,500 in private developer funds for traffic signal
installations and improvements.
Staff Resource(s):
Liz Babson, Transportation
Charles Abel, Transportation
Explanation
§ Private developer agreements and funds appropriations are needed when a developer is required
through the City rezoning process to make traffic signal improvements.
§ Funding contributions from private developers must be appropriated prior to the City’s initiation of
work.
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§ The $6,500 in private developer funding is for traffic signals, traffic signal modifications and/or
upgrades, and other related work associated with the developer project. The funding is restricted
to the project noted below.
§ The following developer is fully funding traffic signal modifications and improvements to mitigate
traffic impacts around their respective development project:
- Traffic signal modifications at the intersection of Mallard Creek Church Road and I-85 Ramp
($6,500) (Council District 4).
§ The signals are required to meet the same criteria as other traffic signals approved by the City.
§ Payments made by the developer are in response to estimates of work prepared by the Charlotte
Department of Transportation (CDOT) and supplied to the developer.
§ Any funding contributed by the developer for a signal project that is unused by the City will be
refunded after project completion.
§ CDOT will install and operate this signal as part of the existing signal systems in the area.
Fiscal Note
Funding: Private Developer Contribution
Attachment(s)
Map
Budget Ordinance
Traffic Signal Improvements Map_157576
Budget Ordinance_CDOT_4.9.2018 Agenda
30. Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning Supplies and
Services Contract
Action:
A. Approve the purchase of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning supplies and services
from a federal contract as authorized by G.S. 143-129(e)(9a),
B. Approve a unit price contract with United Technologies Corporation, Climate, Controls
Security dba Carrier Corporation for supplies and services for a term of two years under the
U.S. General Services Administration September 1, 2015 through August 31, 2020 Contract
Number GS-07F-0634W, and
C. Authorize the City Manager to extend the contract for an additional one-year term as long
as the federal contract is in effect, at prices and terms that are the same or more favorable
than those offered under the cooperative contract.
Staff Resource(s):
Mike Davis, Engineering and Property Management
William Haas, Engineering and Property Management
Federal Contract Exemption
G.S. 143-129(e)(9a) allows local government to purchase from contracts established by the United States
government, including any federal agency, if the contractor is willing to extend the same or more favorable
prices, terms and conditions as those established under the federal contract.
Explanation
§ This contract will provide original equipment manufacturer (OEM) supplies and services for Carrier
heating, ventilation, and air conditioning equipment. Many of the facilities maintained by the City
use Carrier equipment. Some repairs require OEM/proprietary supplies or services.
§ The City is responsible for the operations and maintenance of municipal facilities, structures, and
assets including office, warehouse, storage, vehicle maintenance, communication towers, and public
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safety.
§ On September 1, 2015, the unit price contract for supplies and services was awarded by the U.S.
General Services Administration (GSA) Federal Supply Service for a term of five years.
§ Carrier Corporation is willing to provide heating, ventilation, and air conditioning supplies and
services at the same or better terms as are provided in its contract with the GSA.
§ The company will be paid the unit prices set forth in the contract, a copy of which is available upon
request.
§ Annual expenditures under the contract are estimated to be $300,000.
Charlotte Business INClusion
This contract is federally sourced and is exempt (Part A: Appendix 27 of the Charlotte Business INClusion
Policy).
Fiscal Note
Funding: General Community Investment Plan
31. Amend Contract for Sale of City Property located on West
Tyvola Road
Action:
Approve an amendment to the existing contract between the City of Charlotte and Laurel Street
Residential, for the sale of 11.686 acres of property (tax parcel ID 143-133-01) located on West
Tyvola Road.
Staff Resource(s):
Mike Davis, Engineering and Property Management
Tony Korolos, Engineering and Property Management
Pamela Wideman, Housing and Neighborhood Services
Explanation
§ The City-owned property is 11.686 acres of vacant land located on West Tyvola Road, in Council
District 3, and it is currently conditionally zoned urban residential.
§ On February 13, 2017, City Council approved the private sale of the property to Laurel Street
Residential (Developer) for $1,235,000 subject to development of a mixed-income community
including a minimum of 120 units of affordable and workforce rental housing units.
§ The Developer would like to amend the existing contract to extend the closing date from June 15,
2018 to November 15, 2018 in order to secure funding with the U.S. Department of Housing and
Urban Development (HUD).
§ The Developer is using a HUD 221(d)(4) loan for housing unit construction at West Tyvola Road and
needs to complete the loan application.
§ Earnest money deposit funds totaling $40,000 are currently held in escrow.
Fiscal Note
Funding: Proceeds from the sale will be deposited into the City’s General Pay-As-You-Go Capital Program
Attachment(s)
Map
Location Map - Extend Closing Date for Sale of City Property - West Tyvola Road
32. Brigmore Drive Storm Drainage Improvement Project
Action:
Award a contract in the amount of $592,333.95 to the lowest responsive bidder Zoladz
Construction Co Inc for the Brigmore Drive Storm Drainage Improvement Project.
Staff Resource(s):
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Mike Davis, Engineering and Property Management
Stewart Edwards, Engineering and Property Management
Explanation
§ This project will address flooding on Brigmore Drive between Connan Lane and Entwhistle Court in
the Shadow Lake Neighborhood, located in Council District 6.
§ Work will include the installation of 420 linear feet of concrete pipe and associated paving, curb,
gutter, and utility relocations.
§ On February 20, 2018, the City issued an Invitation to Bid; 6 bids were received from interested
service providers.
§ Zoladz Construction Co Inc was selected as the lowest responsive, responsible bidder.
§ The project is anticipated to be complete by fourth quarter 2018.
Charlotte Business INClusion
Established SBE Goal: 12.00%
Committed SBE Goal: 12.15%
Zoladz Construction exceeded the established subcontracting goal, and has committed 12.15% ($72,000)
of the total contract amount to the following certified firms (Part B: Section 3 of the Charlotte Business
INClusion Policy):
§ On Time Construction (SBE, MBE) ($30,000) (concrete)
§ AMP Utility Distribution Services (SBE) ($27,000) (piping)
§ Maybury Fencing (SBE) ($15,000) (fencing)
Established MBE Goal: 5.00%
Committed MBE Goal: 5.06%
Zoladz Construction exceeded the established subcontracting goal, and has committed 5.06% ($30,000) of
the total contract amount to the following certified firms (Part B: Section 3 of the Charlotte Business
INClusion Policy):
§ On Time Construction (MBE, SBE) ($30,000) (concrete)
Fiscal Note
Funding: Storm Water Community Investment Plan
Attachment(s)
Map
Location Map - Brigmore Drive Storm Drainage Improvement Project
33. LaSalle Street Storm Drainage Improvement Project
Action:
Award a contract in the amount of $628,888.43 to the lowest responsive bidder Zoladz
Construction Co., Inc. for the LaSalle Street Storm Drainage Improvement Project.
Staff Resource(s):
Mike Davis, Engineering and Property Management
Stewart Edwards, Engineering and Property Management
Explanation
§ The LaSalle Street storm drainage improvement project will address failing storm drainage systems
on LaSalle Street between Botany Street and Senior Drive in the University Park Neighborhood,
located in Council District 2.
§ Work will include the installation of 1,300 linear feet of concrete pipe, incidental replacement of
sanitary sewer, curb, gutter, and sidewalk.
§ On February 21, 2018, the City issued an Invitation to Bid; four bids were received from interested
service providers.
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§ Zoladz Construction Co., Inc. was selected as the lowest responsive, responsible bidder.
§ The project is anticipated to be complete by fourth quarter 2018.
Charlotte Business INClusion
Established SBE Goal: 12.00%
Committed SBE Goal: 18.29%
Zoladz Construction exceeded the established subcontracting goal, and has committed 18.29% ($115,000)
of the total contract amount to the following certified firms (Part B: Section 3 of the Charlotte Business
INClusion Policy):
§ On Time Construction (SBE, MBE) ($35,000) (concrete)
§ All Points Trucking (SBE, WBE) ($35,000) (hauling)
§ AMP Utility Distribution Services (SBE) ($30,000) (piping)
§ Maybury Fencing (SBE) ($15,000) (fencing)
Established MBE Goal: 5.00%
Committed MBE Goal: 5.56%
Zoladz Construction exceeded the established subcontracting goal, and has committed 5.56% ($35,000) of
the total contract amount to the following certified firms (Part B: Section 3 of the Charlotte Business
INClusion Policy):
§ On Time Construction (MBE, SBE) ($35,000) (concrete)
Fiscal Note
Funding: Storm Water Community Investment Plan
Attachment(s)
Map
Location Map - LaSalle Street Storm Drainage Improvement Project
34. Royston Road Channel Stabilization Project
Action:
A. Reject the low-bid submitted by Sunrise Repair and Construction, Inc. for the Royston Road
Channel Stabilization Project, and
B. Award a contract in the amount of $373,007.68 to the lowest responsive bidder River
Works, Incorporated for the Royston Road Channel Stabilization Project.
Staff Resource(s):
Mike Davis, Engineering and Property Management
Stewart Edwards, Engineering and Property Management
Explanation
§ This project will address approximately 1,300 linear feet of eroding stream along Royston Road
between Camp Greene Street and Marlborough Road in Council District 3.
§ This project is the final phase of work and addresses the channel failures downstream of previous
work which corrected failing pipe in the roadway.
§ Work will include stream repair and stabilization, plantings, incidental paving, curb, gutter and
sidewalk.
§ On December 15, 2017, the City issued an Invitation to Bid; seven (7) bids were received from
interested service providers.
§ River Works, Incorporated was selected as the lowest responsive, responsible bidder.
§ The project is anticipated to be complete by first quarter 2019.
Reject Low-Bid Explanation
Sunrise Repair and Construction, Inc. bid in the amount of $297,711.00 was found to be non-responsive as
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a result of failing to meet the City’s Charlotte Business INClusion Program established subcontracting goal.
Charlotte Business INClusion
Established MBE Goal: 10.00 %
Committed MBE Goal: 10.16%
River Works, Incorporated exceeded the established subcontracting goal, and has committed 10.16%
($37,900) of the total contract amount to the following certified firms (Part B: Section 3 of the Charlotte
Business INClusion Policy):
§ Scott Trucking (MBE, SBE) ($24,000) (hauling)
§ Jones Grading & Fencing (MBE, SBE) ($8,900) (fencing)
§ Hemar Inc. (MBE, SBE) ($5,000) (concrete)
Fiscal Note
Funding: Storm Water Community Investment Plan
Attachment(s)
Map
Location Map - Royston Road Channel Stabilization Project
35. Marlwood-Waverly Water Quality Enhancement Project
Action:
Award a contract in the amount of $2,660,281.20 to the lowest responsive bidder United
Construction Company Inc for the Marlwood-Waverly Water Quality Enhancement project.
Staff Resource(s):
Mike Davis, Engineering and Property Management
Matt Gustis, Engineering and Property Management
Explanation
§ Pond projects are implemented in accordance with the City Council-approved Pond and Dam
Rehabilitation Policy, aimed at protecting as many existing ponds as possible prior to removal by
private development or structural failure, and to use these ponds as a highly cost-effective tool to
achieve water quality and flood control goals, and permit compliance.
§ On average, improving existing ponds costs one-fifth the expense of creating new water quality
measures providing equivalent environmental benefit.
§ The Marlwood-Waverly Water Quality Enhancement Project is located in Council District 5
encompassing two ponds and a drainage culvert.
§ The 5.9 acre Marlwood pond and 17.9 acre Waverly pond are located east of the intersection of
East W.T. Harris Boulevard and Albemarle Road. The ponds are located in the McAlpine Creek
watershed and improve polluted runoff from approximately 1,348 acres of developed land.
§ This project will also replace the drainage culvert under Marlwood Circle, which is structurally
deficient and contributing to failure of the existing pavement.
§ The project will include the following types of work:
- Erosion control,
- Storm drainage,
- Rebuilding the failing dam and spillway systems, and
- Seeding and site restoration.
§ These enhancements will improve the quality of water moving through the ponds before the water
discharges into the creek by allowing pollutants to settle out and remain in the sediment at the
bottom of the pond.
§ On December 22, 2017, the City issued an Invitation to Bid; three bids were received from
interested service providers.
§ United Construction Company Inc was selected as the lowest responsive, responsible bidder.
§ The project is anticipated to be complete by first quarter 2020.
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Charlotte Business INClusion
Established SBE Goal: 16.00%
Committed SBE Goal: 16.80%
United Construction exceeded the established subcontracting goal, and has committed 16.80%
($446,940.03) of the total contract amount to the following certified firms (Part B: Section 3 of the
Charlotte Business INClusion Policy):
§ Carolina Cajun Concrete (SBE) ($313,596.03) (grading)
§ Streeter Trucking (SBE, MBE) ($50,000) (hauling)
§ Davis & Sons Trucking (SBE, MBE) ($50,000) (hauling)
§ B&N Grading (SBE) ($23,000) (milling)
§ Maybury Fencing (SBE) ($10,344) (fencing)
Established MBE Goal: 5.00 %
Committed MBE Goal: 3.76%
United Construction failed to meet the established subcontracting goal, but earned the minimum Good Faith
Effort Points (Part B: Section 5 of the Charlotte Business INClusion Policy). United Construction has
committed 3.76% ($100,000) of the total contract amount to the following certified firms:
§ Streeter Trucking (MBE, SBE) ($50,000) (hauling)
§ Davis & Sons Trucking (MBE, SBE) ($50,000) (hauling)
A further detailed write-up of United Construction’s Good Faith Efforts is attached.
Fiscal Note
Funding: Storm Water Community Investment Plan
Attachment(s)
Map
Good Faith Efforts Summary
Location Map - Marlwood and Waverly Water Quality Enhancement Project
GFE Attachment - Marlwood-Waverly Water Quality Enhancement Project
36. Wilmore Drive/Park Avenue and Little Sugar Creek Tributary
Trunk Sewer to North Tryon Street Sanitary Sewer
Design-Build Services Contract Amendment
Action:
Approve contract amendment #1 for $19,498,569.90 with Sanders Utility Construction Co., Inc.
establishing Guaranteed Maximum Price for Phase 2 design-build services for Sanitary Sewer
Projects.
Staff Resource(s):
Angela Lee, Charlotte Water
Ron Hargrove, Charlotte Water
Carl Wilson, Charlotte Water
Explanation
§ On November 27, 2017, City Council approved a contract with Sanders Utility Construction Co., Inc.
in the amount of $1,979,256.83 for Design-Build Phase 1, preconstruction phase services. The
contract included planning services, real estate services, and completion of up to 60 percent of
design services.
§ This project has progressed to Phase 2, which is the construction phase. Sanders Utility
Construction Co., Inc. has established a Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP), which is the total price
of construction. The GMP will be awarded as an amendment to the Phase 1 contract referenced
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above.
§ This contract with Sanders Utility Construction Co., Inc. for Design-Build Phase 2 services includes
coordination of all construction activities, managing all subcontractors, and construction phased
collaboration with Charlotte Water.
§ Two projects within the Central Business District of Charlotte will be constructed through this
contract:
- Wilmore Drive/Park Avenue Sanitary Sewer Replacement (Council District 3), and
- Upper Little Sugar Creek Tributary Trunk Sewer to North Tryon Street Replacement (Council
District 1).
§ The purpose of these projects is to alleviate sewer capacity needs identified through Charlotte
Water’s Capacity Assurance Program, allow for future development, and rehabilitate aging sections
of the sanitary sewer collection system serving these areas.
§ Utilizing a Design-Build project delivery method will allow Charlotte Water to expedite the work to
meet a demanding schedule. Both projects are scheduled to be complete by the fourth quarter of
2019.
Charlotte Business INClusion
The City negotiates subcontracting participation for Design Build contracts after scopes of work are
defined for design and construction services (Part G: Section 2.7 of the Charlotte Business INClusion
Policy). Sanders Utility Construction Company has committed 8.09% ($1,577,402.00) of the approved tasks
to the following certified firms:
§ All Points Trucking, Inc. (SBE, WBE) (hauling)
§ B & B Concrete, Inc. (SBE) (concrete curb and gutter)
§ Buffkin Trucking, Inc. (MBE, SBE) (hauling)
§ Jim Bob’s Grading and Paving, Inc. (SBE) (paving)
§ Martin Landscaping Co., Inc. (SBE, WBE) (seeding and mulching)
Fiscal Note
Funding: Charlotte Water Community Investment Plan
Attachment(s)
Map
Wilmore Dr/Park Ave & Upper Little Sugar DB Projects - Map
37. Interlocal Agreement for Stevens Creek Sewer Phase I and
Stream Restoration
Action:
Adopt a resolution to approve an interlocal agreement with Mecklenburg County pursuant to which
the County will pay the City to construct a portion of the Stevens Creek Sewer Phase I and Stevens
Creek Stream Restoration Project.
Staff Resource(s):
Angela Lee, Charlotte Water
Ron Hargrove, Charlotte Water
Carl Wilson, Charlotte Water
Explanation
§ The City and Mecklenburg County have overlapping projects identified along a portion of Stevens
Creek in the Town of Mint Hill. The City and County have negotiated an agreement to construct
these projects under one contract, which will provide a mutual benefit.
- The City’s portion of the project includes design and construction of approximately 10,000
feet of sanitary sewer ranging from eight to 24 inches diameter, with an estimated
construction cost of $4,000,000.
- The County’s portion of the project includes design and construction of 10,000 feet of
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stream restoration along Stevens Creek, with an estimated construction cost of $2,000,000.
§ The proposed interlocal agreement outlines cost-sharing for construction and maintenance.
§ The City’s design contract with GHD Consulting Services Inc. for the sanitary sewer portion of the
project was approved by Council on November 14, 2016.
§ The City has completed the design phase and has incorporated the County-designed stream
restoration portions of the project.
§ Charlotte Water is preparing to advertise and receive bids for construction. The final financial
obligation will be known once construction bids are received for the project.
§ The Mecklenburg County Board of County Commissioners will be asked to approve the interlocal
agreement at their April 10, 2018 meeting.
§ The construction contract, budget ordinance to accept the County contribution, and construction
administration contract are anticipated to be submitted for City Council consideration in the summer
of 2018.
§ Project construction is expected to start in the fall of 2018 and conclude by the end of 2019.
Charlotte Business INClusion
This is an interlocal agreement contract and is exempt (Part A: Appendix 1.27 of the Charlotte Business
INClusion Policy).
Fiscal Note
Funding: Charlotte Water Community Investment Plan
Attachment(s)
Map
Interlocal Agreement Resolution
2012-02-08 RCA MAP
Resolution
38. Sugar Creek 54 inch Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation
Action:
Award a contract in the amount of $3,142,477.65 to the lowest responsive bidder Insituform
Technologies, LLC for the 54 inch Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation project along Sugar Creek.
Staff Resource(s):
Angela Lee, Charlotte Water
Ronald Hargrove, Charlotte Water
Explanation
§ Charlotte Water operates and maintains approximately 4,300 miles of sanitary sewer lines
throughout the service area. Many of these pipes are more than 50 years old and often need repairs
or rehabilitation.
§ During routine inspections and evaluations, the Sugar Creek Sewer Outfall and associated manholes
were found to have severe interior corrosion due to hydrogen sulfide gas exposure.
§ This project will install 6,425 linear feet of 54 inch pipe lining within the existing Sugar Creek Sewer
Outfall just northwest of Polk Street in the Town of Pineville (adjacent to City Council District 3).
The lining is a corrosion resistant product that will extend the life of the sewer line another 50
years. The work will also include manhole repairs; consisting of the application of a corrosion
resistant spray coating to the interior walls and diverting the sewage flow during construction
activities.
§ On January 18, 2018, the City issued an Invitation to Bid for the Sugar Creek 54 inch Sanitary
Sewer Rehabilitation Project; six bids were received from interested service providers.
§ Insituform Technologies, LLC was selected as the lowest responsive, responsible bidder.
§ The project is anticipated to be complete by the fourth quarter of calendar year 2018.
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Charlotte Business INClusion
Established MSBE Goal: 7.00%
Committed MSBE Goal: 0.00%
Insituform Technologies, LLC failed to meet the established subcontracting goal but earned the minimum
Good Faith Effort Points Part B: Section 5 of the Charlotte Business INClusion Policy).
A further detail write-up of Insituform Technologies, LLC Good Faith Efforts is attached.
Fiscal Note
Funding: Charlotte Water Community Investment Plan
Attachment(s)
Map
Good Faith Efforts Summary
RCAMap_SugarCreek54
GFE SummaryAttachment-SugarCreek54inchSSRehabilitation
39. Fiscal Year 2018 Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation
Action:
A. Reject the low-bid submitted by AM-Liner East, Inc. for failing to meet the established MSBE
goal and Good Faith Efforts requirement,
B. Award a contract in the amount of $3,799,850.25 to the lowest responsive bidder IPR
Southeast LLC for the Fiscal Year 2018 Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation project, and
C. Authorize the City Manager to approve up to three renewals in the amount above, with
possible adjustments in unit prices and each renewal cap in an amount no greater than the
percentage change in the Engineering News Record Construction Cost Index, and to amend
the contract consistent with the purpose for which the contract was approved.
Staff Resource(s):
Angela Lee, Charlotte Water
Ronald Hargrove, Charlotte Water
Explanation
§ The City operates and maintains more than 4,300 miles of sanitary sewer lines throughout the
service area. Many of these pipes are more than 50 years old and often need repairs, replacement,
or rehabilitation.
§ This contract will provide contractor services to Charlotte Water for medium to large scale repair,
replacement and rehabilitation projects.
§ The contract provides unit prices for various types of sewer main repairs including:
- Repair of sewer system defects on pipes, manholes and service lines,
- Installing sections of new pipe to replace defective pipe,
- Installing pipe liners, and
- Internal cleaning and television inspection of pipeline infrastructure.
§ The work is necessary in order to maintain operational integrity of the sanitary sewer system.
Charlotte Water will also be able to address structural issues (i.e., cracked pipes, leaking manholes,
etc.) as a preventative measure to reduce sanitary sewer overflows with this contract.
§ On December 8, 2017, the City issued an Invitation to Bid; three bids were received from interested
service providers.
§ IPR Southeast LLC was selected as the lowest responsive, responsible bidder.
§ The contract is anticipated to last approximately one year.
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Reject Low-Bid Explanation
§ The low-bid of $3,728,588.61 submitted by AM-Liner East, Inc. was found not to be responsive for
failing to meet the established MSBE goal and Good Faith Efforts requirement.
§ IPR Southeast LLC was the second lowest bidder at $3,799,850.25 and exceeded the established
MSBE subcontracting goal.
Charlotte Business INClusion
Established MSBE Goal: 10.00%
Committed MSBE Goal: 17.11%
IPR Southeast LLC exceeded the established subcontracting goal and has committed 17.11% ($650,000) of
the total contract amount to the following certified firm(s) (Part B: Section 3 of the Charlotte Business
INClusion Policy):
§ JAAMCO Drain Cleaning & Video Inspection, Inc. (SBE) ($350,000) (cctv and cleaning)
§ P&H Utilities LLC (SBE) ($300,000) (open cut repairs and restoration)
Fiscal Note
Funding: Charlotte Water Community Investment Plan
40. Airport Concourse A North Expansion Phase I Design
Services Contract Amendment
Action:
A. Approve contract amendment #1 in the amount of $153,820 with Perkins+Will North
Carolina, Inc. to provide design services for a replacement chiller and associated cooling
tower as part of the Concourse A North Expansion Phase I project, and
B. Adopt a budget ordinance appropriating $153,820 from the Aviation Discretionary Fund to
the Aviation Community Investment Plan Fund.
Staff Resource(s):
Brent Cagle, Aviation
Jack Christine, Aviation
Explanation
§ On September 8, 2015, City Council approved the Concourse A North Expansion Phase I design
services contract in the amount of $7,835,982 with Perkins+Will North Carolina, Inc.
§ One of the chillers used for heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning in existing Concourse A is more
than 25 years old and has exceeded its useful life.
§ Contract amendment #1, in the amount of $153,820, will allow Perkins+Will North Carolina, Inc. to
design a new chiller that provides conditioned air to both the existing Concourse A and the
Concourse A Expansion.
§ The new total value of this contract, including the amendment, is $7,989,802.
§ This activity is occurring on airport property, which is in Council District 3.
Charlotte Business INClusion
All additional work involved in this amendment will be performed by Perkins+Will North Carolina, Inc. and
their existing sub-consultants (Part D: Section 6 of the Charlotte Business INClusion Policy).
Perkins+Will North Carolina, Inc. has committed 16.90 percent ($26,000) of the total contract amendment
amount to the following certified firms:
§ Laurene, Rickher & Sorrell (SBE) ($16,000) (structural engineering)
§ C-Design (SBE) ($10,000) (architectural design services)
Fiscal Note
Funding: Aviation Community Investment Plan
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Attachment(s)
Budget Ordinance
Airport ORD04918 - Airport Chiller Replacement Contract
41. Federal Aviation Administration Reimbursable Agreement
Action:
A. Approve a reimbursable agreement in the amount of $475,063.77 with the Federal Aviation
Administration to allocate one additional Federal Aviation Administration staff to support
the Airport’s Environmental Impact Statement,
B. Authorize the City Manager to amend the agreement consistent with the City’s business for
which the contract was approved, and
C. Adopt a budget ordinance in the amount of $475,063.77 from the Aviation Discretionary
Fund to the Aviation Community Investment Plan Fund.
Staff Resource(s):
Brent Cagle, Aviation
Jack Christine, Aviation
Explanation
§ On March 2, 2016, the City entered a Memorandum of Understanding between the Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA) that established the framework for the FAA to prepare an Environmental
Impact Statement (EIS) for the Fourth Parallel Runway project and associated capital projects.
§ Due to the FAA’s increased workload associated with the management of environmental activities
across the region, this reimbursable agreement will temporarily allocate one additional FAA staff, for
up to two years, to provide in the review of, and/or the provision of comments regarding
environmental forms and documentation associated with Aviation-proposed capital projects.
§ The $475,063.77 includes two years of total personnel and operating costs associated with the
FAA’s management of the Airport’s EIS program. This is a FAA staff member that will be located
within its agency, not at the Airport.
§ The benefit to both Aviation and FAA is to have dedicated staff to support time critical Aviation
projects without adversely affecting FAA operations.
§ This reimbursable agreement provides funding for the FAA to establish these services.
§ This activity is occurring on airport property, which is in Council District 3.
Fiscal Note
Funding: Aviation Community Investment Plan
Attachment(s)
Budget Ordinance
Airport ORD04918 - FAA reimbursable agreement
42. Airport Taxiway M Rehabilitation Design Services Contract
Action:
A. Approve a professional services contract in the amount of $888,000 with Delta Airport
Consultants, Inc. to provide design services for the Taxiway M Rehabilitation project, and
B. Adopt a budget ordinance in the amount of $888,000 from the Aviation Discretionary Fund
to the Aviation Community Investment Plan Fund.
Staff Resource(s):
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Brent Cagle, Aviation
Jack Christine, Aviation
Explanation
§ As part of the Airport’s Pavement Management program, Taxiway M is eligible for concrete
pavement rehabilitation to extend the useful life of the surface and maintain operational capacity.
§ The professional services contract will include surveying, geotechnical investigation, engineering,
construction administration, and construction material testing.
§ On March 23, 2017, the City issued a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for General Engineering
Consultant Task Order Services. In response to the RFQ, the City received 25 proposals from
interested professional service providers.
§ Delta Airport Consultants, Inc. is the best qualified firm to meet the City’s needs based on its
experience on similar airfield projects.
§ This activity is occurring on airport property, which is in Council District 3.
Disadvantaged Business Enterprise
The City negotiates subcontracting participation after the proposal selection process.
Delta Airport Consultants has committed 11.44% ($101,615) of the total contract amount to the following
firms:
§ On-Spec Engineering (DBE) ($41,205) (geotechnical testing)
§ Accutech Surveying & Mapping (DBE) ($37,500) (design surveys)
§ Connico (DBE) ($22,910) (schematic and construction estimate)
Fiscal Note
Funding: Aviation Community Investment Plan
To be replaced by future passenger facility charge funds.
Attachment(s)
Budget Ordinance
Airport ORD04918 - Taxiway M Rehab Design Services Contract
43. Aircraft Training Cabins Donation
Action:
Authorize the City Manager to accept a donation from American Airlines of two aircraft training
cabins to be used for emergency training at the Airport.
Staff Resource(s):
Brent Cagle, Aviation
Jack Christine, Aviation
Explanation
§ Multiple agencies at the Airport conduct emergency training drills and exercises using simulated
aircraft.
§ American Airlines has offered to donate two cabin trainers that simulate the interior cabins of an
actual aircraft.
§ These training cabins will allow multiple agencies, such as Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department,
the Charlotte Fire Department, and Aviation Security and Airside Operations, to use for safety and
security training purposes.
§ This activity is occurring on airport property, which is in Council District 3.
Attachment(s)
Assignment of Assets
AA Assignment of Assets (updated).pdf
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44. Airport North End Taxiway Environmental Assessment
Action:
A. Approve a professional services contract in the amount of $249,660 with Ricondo &
Associates, Inc. to prepare an Environmental Assessment for the North End-Around
Taxiway, and
B. Adopt a budget ordinance in the amount of $249,660 from the Aviation Discretionary Fund
to the Aviation Community Investment Plan Fund.
Staff Resource(s):
Brent Cagle, Aviation
Jack Christine, Aviation
Explanation
§ The Airport is currently in the planning stages for the North End-Around Taxiway. The Taxiway will
allow taxiing aircraft to move around the runway instead of across active runways.
§ The North End-Around Taxiway will reduce opportunities for runway incursions (the improper
presence of an aircraft on the runway). It will also increase the level of airfield efficiency by
providing a non-stop route to the air carrier ramp.
§ In accordance with Federal Aviation Administration regulations, an environmental assessment is
necessary to document the environmental impacts associated with construction of this project.
§ On July 27, 2017, City Council approved contracts for planning consultation services with four
vendors: Landrum and Brown, Inc., RS&H Architects Engineers Planners, Inc., GS&P/NC PC, and
Ricondo & Associates, Inc.
§ Of the four consultants approved for planning consultation services, Ricondo & Associates, Inc. best
meets the City’s needs in terms of qualifications, experience, and responsiveness to RFQ
requirements for this project.
§ This activity is occurring on airport property, which is in Council District 3.
Disadvantaged Business Enterprise
The City negotiates subcontracting participation after the proposal selection process. Ricondo &
Associates, Inc. has committed 6.90% ($17,358) of the total contract amount to the following certified
firms:
§ Edward-Pitman Environmental Inc. (DBE) ($13,500) (wetland and biological resources survey)
§ Khafra Engineering Consultants Inc. (DBE) ($3,858) (hazardous materials, solid waste and pollution
prevention)
Fiscal Note
Funding: Aviation Community Investment Plan
To be replaced by future passenger facility charge funds, future federal grant funds, and future General
Airport Revenue Bonds.
Attachment(s)
Budget Ordinance
Airport ORD04918 - North End Taxiway Environmental Assessment.xlsx
45. Citywide Voice Communications Services
Action:
A. Approve an extension of up to five years to the contract with NCapital LLC, formerly NCloud
Leasing LLC, for the continued provision and expansion of the citywide voice over IP (VoIP)
telephone communications system,
B. Approve an extension of up to two years to the contracts with AT&T North Carolina for the
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continued provision of the local voice telecommunications service to certain City facilities,
and
C. Approve an extension of up to two years to the contract with Call Coverage, Inc. for
continued provision of the CallXpress voice mail system and related services for certain
City facilities.
Staff Resource(s):
Jeffrey Stovall, Innovation and Technology
Explanation
§ The City’s existing AT&T Centrex telephone system, which formerly provided desktop phone service
to most City users, is being replaced due to AT&T’s announced intention to sunset the system in
2019.
§ Innovation & Technology is replacing the Centrex system with an IP Telephony system that runs
over the City’s data network rather than a separate dedicated telephone system.
- IP telephones are a newer, more cost effective and efficient technology that enables
integration into other systems, such as mobile devices and email.
§ Extensions of three different contracts are required in order to continue the transition to the IP
telephony system without disruption of essential services to City users. The three different
contracts are represented in Actions A-C, respectively.
Action A
§ The IP telephone system is the natural extension of an existing NCloud hosted Cisco IP telephone
system used by the City’s call centers and the Emergency Operations Center.
- To acquire the Cisco IP telephone system, the City leveraged its existing contract with NWN
Corporation (NCapital’s parent company) for Cisco products and services. The NWN contract
was awarded by City Council on April 11, 2011 after a competitive bid process.
- The current contract with NCapital was put in place in November 2016 due to internal
reorganizations at NWN. The essential elements of the NWN contract have been carried
over into the current NCapital contract.
Action B
§ The majority of the City’s desktop phones have been converted to the NCloud IP telephone system,
including CMGC. Some City facilities still operate the Centrex system, but will be upgraded with the
IP telephone system before Centrex is discontinued in 2019. A contract extension with AT&T
through December 2019 is required to allow for an orderly transition.
- In addition to Centrex, additional local telephone related services covered by the AT&T
contracts include Megalinks, PRIs, and Business Lines.
Action C
§ CallXpress, a separate voicemail system provided by Call Coverage, supports the Centrex system.
It is separate from the voicemail system provided through the NCapital contract.
- CallXpress must be maintained in order to provide voicemail services to City users that are
still using Centrex, until replacement of the Centrex system is complete, currently
anticipated by end of calendar year 2019. Therefore a further contract extension is
required.
§ Estimated expenses for each of the contracts is as follows:
- NCapital: $873,000 per year for up to four years,
- AT&T North Carolina: $2.3 million per year for up to two years, and
- Call Coverage: $85,000 per year for up to two years.
Charlotte Business INClusion
No subcontracting goals were set because there are no subcontracting opportunities (Part C: Section 2.1
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(a) of the Charlotte Business INClusion Policy).
Fiscal Note
Funding: Various Departments’ Operating Budgets
46. Executive Recruiting Services
Action:
A. Approve contracts with the following companies for Executive Recruiting Services for an
initial term of three years:
- Creative Management Staffing Services LLC,
- Krauthamer & Associates, Inc.,
- The Mercer Group, Inc.,
- Ralph Andersen & Associates,
- Reffett Associates, and
B. Authorize the City Manager to renew the contracts for up to two additional one year terms
with possible price adjustments and to amend the contracts consistent with the purpose for
which the contracts were approved.
Staff Resource(s):
Sheila Simpson, Human Resources
Explanation:
§ On an as-needed basis, the City uses search firms in the recruitment and selection of high
executive-level positions such as Department Directors.
§ Use of executive search firms is a best practice amongst large cities, and allows the City to have
immediate access to pre-qualified firms who can assist with strategic recruitment of exemplary
talent.
§ These firms, which have the ability to identify and attract qualified individuals broadly, will be used
as needed to assist in the recruitment process including developing employment profiles, strategies,
processes, and timelines for each position.
§ These firms will also be responsible for advertisement of positions, screening applications, scheduling
interviews, and developing selection criteria and interview questions.
§ On November 21, 2017, the City issued a Request for Qualifications; 18 proposals were received
from interested service providers.
§ The above firms were determined to best meet the City’s needs on the basis of experience and
qualifications.
§ It is anticipated that the contract can be renewed for up to two additional, one-year terms at
prices to be negotiated based on market conditions.
§ The estimated contract expenditure for each contract is $120,000 over the initial three year term of
the contract.
Charlotte Business INClusion
The City negotiates subcontracting participation after the selection process (Part C:2.1 of the Charlotte
Business Inclusion Policy). Creative Management Staffing Services has identified Asgard Group LLC (MWBE) to
perform 3% (Management and Business Consulting). Reffett Associates (VET) has committed to 3% of the
total contract amount with MWBE firms in various scopes of services such as:
§ Transportation
§ Printing
§ Background checks
§ Research
Fiscal Note
Funding: Human Resources Operating Budget
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47. iNovah Software Maintenance and Support Contract
Amendments
Action:
A. Approve a contract amendment with N. Harris Computer Corporation dba System
Innovators, Inc. to renew the iNovah Software Support and Maintenance services contract
for a term of one year, and authorize the City Manager to approve additional renewal terms
for as long as the City uses the system,
B. Authorize the City Manager to approve price adjustments and amend the contract
consistent with the purpose for which the contract was awarded, and
C. Authorize the City Manager to purchase additional software licenses, services, and
hardware required to maintain the system for as long as the City uses the system.
Staff Resource(s):
Randy Harrington, Management and Financial Services
Teresa Smith, Management and Financial Services
Explanation
§ The iNovah Cashiering System provides secure collection of water, sewer, storm water, and other
revenues from over-the-counter customers.
§ The City entered into a Contract to purchase the iNovah Cashiering System from System Innovators
in 2007.
§ On June 3, 2015, the City entered into a new contract in the amount of $63,673 for maintenance
and support with System Innovators, Inc. (now N. Harris Computer Corporation). This contract is
set to expire on June 30, 2018.
§ In January 2017, expenditures with N. Harris Computer Corporation were approved in the amount of
$92,000 for development of an iNovah system interface with another City financial system to
eliminate data entry inefficiencies.
§ This contract amendment will allow the City to continue purchasing iNovah Software support and
maintenance for as long as the City uses the system.
§ The estimated annual cost for ongoing maintenance and support is $35,000.
Fiscal Note
Funding: Management and Financial Services Operating Budget
48. Citywide Safety Shoes Contract
Action:
A. Approve the purchase of safety shoes from a cooperative purchasing contract as authorized
by G.S. 143-129(e)(3),
B. Approve a unit price contract with Cintas Corporation for the purchase of safety shoes for a
term of one year under U. S. Communities contract 12-JLH-011, and
C. Authorize the City Manager to extend the contract for additional one-year terms as long as
the cooperative contract is in effect, at prices and terms that are the same or more
favorable than those offered under the cooperative contact.
Staff Resource(s):
Randy Harrington, Management and Financial Services
Kay Elmore, Management and Financial Services
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Cooperative Purchasing Exemption
NC S.L. 2001-328, effective January 1, 2002, authorizes competitive group purchasing.
Explanation
§ City employees in various departments are required to wear safety shoes to comply with OSHA
regulations and City safety guidelines.
§ A cooperative purchasing agreement results from the consolidation and competitive solicitation of
multiple public agency requirements. By aggregating common needs all agencies are able to leverage
economies of scale, such as volume discounts, improved terms and conditions, reduced
administrative costs, and access to professional and technical expertise that can be utilized on a
local, regional, and national level.
§ City Council approved a cooperative contract with W. W. Grainger through National IPA for
Maintenance, Repair, and Operating Supplies on March 24, 2014, that includes safety shoes, and
will be used in addition to this contract to fulfill all of the City’s safety shoe needs.
§ The companies will be paid the unit prices set forth in the contract, copies of which are available
upon request.
§ Annual combined expenditures throughout the City are estimated to be $200,000.
Charlotte Business INClusion
These are cooperative purchasing contracts and are exempt (Part A: Appendix 27 of the Charlotte Business
INClusion Policy).
Fiscal Note
Funding: Various Departments’ Operating Budgets
49. Refund of Property and Business Privilege License Taxes
Action:
A. Adopt a resolution authorizing the refund of property taxes assessed through clerical or
assessment error in the amount of $8,118.00, and
B. Adopt a resolution authorizing the refund of business privilege license payments in the
amount of $30.00.
Staff Resource(s):
Randy Harrington, Management and Financial Services
Teresa Smith, Management and Financial Services
Explanation
§ Mecklenburg County notified and provided the City the list of Property Tax and Business Privilege
License Tax refunds due to clerical or assessment error.
Attachment(s)
Taxpayers and Refunds Requested
Resolution Property Tax Refunds
Business Privilege License Refunds
Resolution Privilege License Refunds
List of Taxpayers and Refunds Requested
Resolution
List of Business Privilege License Refunds
Resolution Bus
50. Meeting Minutes
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Action:
Approve the titles, motions, and votes reflected in the Clerk’s record as the minutes of:
- February 26, 2018, Business Meeting
- March 5, 2018, Strategy Session
Staff Resource(s):
Stephanie Kelly, City Clerk’s Office
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PROPERTY TRANSACTIONS
51. Property Transactions - 25th Street Connection, Parcel #6
Action: Approve the following Acquisition: 25th Street Connection, Parcel #6
Project: 25th Street Connection, Parcel #6
Owner(s): Fountains Noda Holdings, LLC
Property Address: 511 East 25th Street
Total Parcel Area: 106,246 sq. ft. (2.439 ac.)
Property to be acquired by Fee: 4,748 sq. ft. (.109 ac.) in Fee Simple
Property to be acquired by Easements: 1,501 sq. ft. (.034 ac.) in Temporary
Construction Easement
Structures/Improvements to be impacted: None
Landscaping to be impacted: None
Zoned: I-2
Use: Industrial
Tax Code: 083-053-08
Purchase Price: $164,905
Council District: 1
52. Property Transactions - 25th Street Connection, Parcel #8
Action: Approve the following Condemnation: 25th Street Connection, Parcel #8
Project: 25th Street Connection, Parcel #8
Owner(s): Florida Carbonic Manufacturing Company
Property Address: 2201 North Davidson Street
Total Parcel Area: 50,729 sq. ft. (1.165 ac.)
Property to be acquired by Fee: 1,464 sq. ft. (.034 ac.) in Fee Simple
Property to be acquired by Easements: 2,951 sq. ft. (.068 ac.) in Temporary
Construction Easement, plus 439 sq. ft. (.01 ac.) in Utility Easement, plus 1,556 sq. ft. (.036
ac.) in Sidewalk/Utility/Gas Line Easement
Structures/Improvements to be impacted: None
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Landscaping to be impacted: None
Zoned: I-2
Use: Industrial
Tax Code: 083-053-09
Appraised Value: $117,875
Recommendation: We are currently waiting on signed documents but to avoid delay in the
project schedule, staff recommends proceeding to condemnation during which time
negotiations can continue, mediation is available and if necessary, just compensation can be
determined by the court.
Council District: 1
53. Property Transactions - 25th Street Connection, Parcel
#12.1
Action: Approve the following Condemnation: 25th Street Connection, Parcel #12.1
Project: 25th Street Connection, Parcel #12.1
Owner(s): WDF-4 Wood Noda Owner, LLC
Property Address: 2100 North Brevard Street
Total Parcel Area: 146,076 sq. ft. (3.353 ac.)
Property to be acquired by Fee: 4,234 sq. ft. (.097 ac.) in Fee Simple
Property to be acquired by Easements: 315 sq. ft. (.007 ac.) in Storm Drainage
Easement, plus 4,286 sq. ft. (.098 ac.) in Sidewalk and Utility Easement, plus 1,151 sq. ft.
(.026 ac.) in Waterline Easement, plus 11,994 sq. ft. (.275 ac.) in Temporary Construction
Easement, plus 745 sq. ft. (.017 ac.) in Utility Easement
Structures/Improvements to be impacted: None
Landscaping to be impacted: None
Zoned: TOD
Use: Commercial
Tax Code: 083-047-01
Appraised Value: $0
Recommendation: We are currently waiting on signed documents but to avoid delay in the
project schedule, staff recommends proceeding to condemnation during which time
negotiations can continue, mediation is available and if necessary, just compensation can be
determined by the court.
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Council District: 1
54. Property Transactions - Franklin to Vest Water Main, Parcel
#1
Action: Approve the following Acquisition: Franklin to Vest Water Main, Parcel #1
Project: Franklin to Vest Water Main, Parcel #1
Owner(s): Maria Diaz
Property Address: 2404 Sanders Avenue
Total Parcel Area: 7,444 sq. ft. (.171 ac.)
Property to be acquired by Fee: 7,444 sq. ft. (.171 ac.) in Fee Simple
Structures/Improvements to be impacted: Single family dwelling
Landscaping to be impacted: None
Zoned: R-1
Use: Single-family Residential
Tax Code: 069-067-05
Purchase Price: $92,000
Council District: N/A
55. Property Transactions - Goose Creek Pump Station - Part 2,
Parcel #35
Action: Approve the following Condemnation: Goose Creek Pump Station - Part 2, Parcel #35
Project: Goose Creek Pump Station - Part 2, Parcel #35
Owner(s): Craig L. Souder and Nancy N. Souder
Property Address: 14153 Maple Hollow Lane
Total Parcel Area: 71,641 sq. ft. (1.645 ac.)
Property to be acquired by Easements: 6,638 sq. ft. (.152 ac.) in Sanitary Sewer
Easement, plus 6,358 sq. ft. (.146 ac.) in Temporary Construction Easement
Structures/Improvements to be impacted: None
Landscaping to be impacted: Trees
Zoned: I-2
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Use: Single-family Residential
Tax Code: 195-141-32
Appraised Value: $7,625
Property Owner’s Concerns: The property owner is concerned with project impacts to
trees and overall property.
City’s Response to Property Owner’s Concerns: Staff informed the property owner that
the City would restore and repair areas impacted.
Recommendation: To avoid delay in the project schedule, staff recommends proceeding to
condemnation during which time negotiations can continue, mediation is available and if
necessary, just compensation can be determined by the court.
Council District: N/A (Mint Hill)
56. Property Transactions - Lincoln Heights Drainage
Improvements, Parcel #7
Action: Approve the following Acquisition: Lincoln Heights Drainage Improvements, Parcel #7
Project: Lincoln Heights Drainage Improvements, Parcel #7
Program: Flood Control
Owner(s): Albert B. McMullen
Property Address: 1955 Garnette Place
Total Parcel Area: 12,500 sq. ft. (.287 ac.)
Property to be acquired by Easements: 2,991.86 sq. ft. (.069 ac.) in Storm Drainage
Easement, plus 625.05 sq. ft. (.014 ac.) in Temporary Construction Easement
Structures/Improvements to be impacted: None
Landscaping to be impacted: None
Zoned: R-5
Use: Single-family Residential
Tax Code: 075-036-23
Purchase Price: $10,225
Council District: 2
57. Property Transactions - Lincoln Heights Drainage
Improvements, Parcel #12
Action: Approve the following Condemnation: Lincoln Heights Drainage Improvements,
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Parcel #12
Project: Lincoln Heights Drainage Improvements, Parcel #12
Program: Flood Control
Owner(s): Gloria Helms Horton, Eli W. Horton, Thomas Ray Helms, Jr., Shirley E. Helms,
Rachel Helms Cassada and Galen Cassada
Property Address: 2111 LaSalle Street
Total Parcel Area: 5,918 sq. ft. (.136 ac.)
Property to be acquired by Easements: 183.86 sq. ft. (.004 ac.) in Storm Drainage
Easement, plus 142.28 sq. ft. (.003 ac.) in Temporary Construction Easement
Structures/Improvements to be impacted: None
Landscaping to be impacted: Trees
Zoned: R-12
Use: Single-family Residential
Tax Code: 075-036-66
Appraised Value: $175
Recommendation: To obtain clear title and avoid delay in the project schedule, staff
recommends proceeding to condemnation.
Council District: 2
58. Property Transactions - Rocky River Road Improvement,
Parcel #26
Action: Approve the following Condemnation: Rocky River Road Improvement, Parcel #26
Project: Rocky River Road Improvement, Parcel #26
Owner(s): Alvin M. Washington and Tia M. Washington
Property Address: 7509 Rockland Drive
Total Parcel Area: 9,837 sq. ft. (.226 ac.)
Property to be acquired by Easements: 49 sq. ft. (.001 ac.) in Utility Easement
Structures/Improvements to be impacted: None
Landscaping to be impacted: None
Zoned: R-3
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Use: Single-family Residential
Tax Code: 049-222-02
Appraised Value: $125
Outstanding Concerns: The property owner has become non-responsive.
Recommendation: To avoid delay in the project schedule, staff recommends proceeding to
condemnation during which time negotiations can continue, mediation is available and if
necessary, just compensation can be determined by the court.
Council District: 4
59. Aviation Property Transaction - 8215 Robbie Circle
Action:
Approve the following Property Acquisition - 8215 Robbie Circle
Project: Airport Environmental Impact Statement Mitigation Land
Owner(s): Judith P. Smith
Property Address: 8215 Robbie Circle
Total Parcel Area: .603 acres
Property to be acquired by Easements: N/A
Structures/Improvements to be impacted: Single-family home
Landscaping to be impacted: Trees and shrubs
Zoned: R-3
Use: Single-family Residential
Tax Code: 141-111-20
Purchase Price: $201,000 and all relocation benefits in compliance with federal, state, and
local regulations.
Council District: This property is located in unincorporated Mecklenburg County
60. Aviation Property Transaction - 9200 Dorcas Lane
Action: Approve the following Property Acquisition - 9200 Dorcas Lane
Project: Airport Environmental Impact Statement Mitigation Land (South)
Owner(s): Merlin & Sarah Wilson
Property Address: 9200 Dorcas Lane
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Total Parcel Area: .886 acres
Property to be acquired by Easements: N/A
Structures/Improvements to be impacted: Single Family Home
Landscaping to be impacted: Trees and Shrubs
Zoned: R-3
Use: Single-family Residential
Tax Code: 141-261-80
Purchase Price: $219,700 and all relocation benefits in compliance with Federal, State or
Local regulations.
Council District: This property is located in unincorporated Mecklenburg County
Adjournment
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REFERENCES
61. Reference - Charlotte Business INClusion Policy
The following excerpts from the City’s Charlotte Business INClusion Policy are intended to provide further
explanation for those agenda items which reference the Charlotte Business INClusion Policy in the business
meeting agenda.
Part A: Administration & Enforcement
Appendix Section 20: Contract: For the purposes of establishing an MWSBE subcontracting goal on a
Contract, the following are examples of contract types:
§ Any agreement through which the City procures services from a Business Enterprise, other than
Exempt Contracts.
§ Contracts include agreements and purchase orders for (a) construction, re-construction, alteration
and remodeling; (b) architectural work, engineering, surveying, testing, construction management
and other professional services related to construction; and (c) services of any nature (including
but not limited to general consulting and technology-related services) , and (d) apparatus,
supplies, goods or equipment.
§ The term “Contract” shall also include Exempt Contracts for which an SBE, MBE or WBE Goal has
been set.
§ Financial Partner Agreements, Development Agreements, and Construction Manager-at-Risk
Agreements shall also be deemed “Contracts,” but shall be subject to the provisions referenced in
the respective Parts of the Charlotte Business INClusion Program Policy.
Appendix Section 27: Exempt Contracts: Contracts that fall within one or more of the following
categories shall be “Exempt Contracts” from all aspects of the Charlotte Business INClusion Policy, unless
the Department responsible for procuring the Contract decides otherwise:
No Competitive Process Contracts: Contracts or purchase orders that are entered into without a
competitive process, or entered into based on a competitive process administered by an entity other than
the City shall be Exempt Contracts, including but not limited to contracts that are entered into by sole
sourcing, piggybacking, buying off the North Carolina State contract, buying from a competitive bidding
group purchasing program as allowed under G.S. 143-129(e)(3), or using the emergency procurement
procedures established by the North Carolina General Statutes.
Managed Competition Contracts: Managed competition contracts pursuant to which a City Department
or division competes with Business Enterprises to perform a City function shall be Exempt Contracts.
Real Estate Leasing and Acquisition Contracts: Contracts for the acquisition or lease of real estate shall
be Exempt Contracts.
Federal Contracts Subject to DBE Requirements: Contracts that are subject to the U.S. Department of
Transportation Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Program as set forth in 49 CFR Part 26 or any successor
legislation shall be Exempt Contracts.
State Contracts Subject to MWBE Requirements: Contracts for which a minority and women business
participation goal is set pursuant to G.S. 143-128.2(a) due to a building project receiving funding from the
State of North Carolina shall be Exempt Contracts.
Financial Partner Agreements with DBE or MWBE Requirements: Contracts that are subject to a
disadvantaged business development program or minority and women business development program
maintained by a Financial Partner shall be Exempt Contracts.
Interlocal Agreements: Contracts with other units of federal, state, or local government shall be Exempt
Contracts.
Contracts for Legal Services: Contracts for legal services shall be Exempt Contracts, unless otherwise
indicated by the City Attorney.
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Contracts with Waivers: Contracts for which the SBO Program Manager or the City Manager waives the
SBO Program requirements shall be Exempt Contracts (such as when there are no SBE subcontracting
opportunities on a Contract).
Special Exemptions: Contracts where the Department and the Program Manager agree that the
Department had no discretion to hire an SBE (e.g., emergency contracts or contracts for banking or
insurance services) shall be Exempt Contracts.
Appendix Section 35: Informal Contracts: Contracts and purchase orders through which the City
procures services from a Business Enterprise that fall within one of the following two categories:
Construction Contracts Less Than or Equal To $500,000:
Service and Commodities Contracts That Are Less Than or Equal To $100,000:
Part B: Formal Construction Bidding
Part B: Section 2.1: When the City Solicitation Documents for a Construction Contract contain an MWSBE
Goal, each Bidder must either: (a) meet the MWSBE Goal, or (b) comply with the Good Faith Negotiation
and Good Faith Efforts requirements. Failure to do so constitutes grounds for rejection of the Bid. The
City Solicitation Documents will contain certain forms that Bidders must complete to document having met
these requirements.
Part B: Section 2.3: No Goals When There Are No Subcontracting Opportunities.
The City shall not establish Subcontracting Goals for Contracts where: a) there are no subcontracting
opportunities identified for the Contract; or b) there are no SBEs, MBEs or WBEs (as applicable) to perform
scopes of work or provide products or services that the City regards as realistic opportunities for
subcontracting.
Part C: Services Procurement
Part C: Section 2.1: When the City Solicitation Documents for a Service Contract do not contain an SBE
Goal, each Proposer must negotiate in good faith with each MWSBE that responds to the Proposer’s
solicitations and each MWSBE that contacts the Proposer on its own accord. Additionally, the City may
negotiate a Committed SBE Goal with the successful Proposer after the Proposal Opening.
Part C: Section 2.1: No Goal When There Are No MWSBE Subcontracting Opportunities. The City shall not
establish an MWSBE Goal for Service Contracts where there are no MWSBEs certified to perform the scopes
of work that the City regards as realistic opportunities for subcontracting.
Part D: Post Contract Award Requirements
Part D: Section 6: New Subcontractor Opportunities/Additions to Scope, Contract Amendments
If a Contractor elects to subcontract any portion of a Contract that the Contractor did not previously
identify to the City as a subcontracting opportunity, or if the scope of work on a Contract increases for
any reason in a manner that creates a new MWSBE subcontracting opportunity, the City shall either:
§ Notify the Contractor that there will be no Supplemental MWSBE Goal for the new work; or
§ Establish and notify the Contractor of a Supplemental MWSBE Goal for the new work.
62. Reference - Property Acquisitions and Condemnations
§ The City has negotiated in good faith to acquire the properties set forth below
§ For acquisitions, the property owner and staff have agreed on a price based on appraisals and/or
estimates.
§ In the case of condemnations, the value was established by an independent, certified appraisal
followed by a third-party appraisal review.
§ Real Estate staff diligently attempts to contact all property owners by:
- Sending introductory letters via regular and certified mail,
- Making several site visits,
- Leaving door hangers and business cards,
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- Seeking information from neighbors,
- Searching the internet,
- Obtaining title abstracts, and
- Leave voice messages.
§ For most condemnation cases, City staff and the property owner(s) have been unable to reach a
settlement. In some cases, condemnation is necessary to ensure a clear title to the property.
§ If the City Council approves the resolutions, the City Attorney’s office will initiate condemnation
proceedings. As part of the condemnation process, real estate staff and the City Attorney’s Office
will continue to negotiate, including court-mandated mediation, in an attempt to resolve the matter.
Most condemnation cases are settled by the parties prior to going to court.
§ If a settlement cannot be reached, the case will proceed to a trial before a judge or jury to
determine “just compensation.”
§ Full text of each resolution is on file with the City Clerk’s Office.
§ The definition of easement is a right created by grant, reservation, agreement, prescription, or
necessary implication, which one has in the land of another, it is either for the benefit of land, such
as right to cross A to get to B, or “in gross,” such as public utility easement.
§ The definition of fee simple is an estate under which the owner is entitled to unrestricted powers to
dispose of the property, and which can be left by will or inherited, commonly, synonym for
ownership.
63. Reference - Property Transaction Process
Property Transaction Process Following City Council Approval for Condemnation
The following overview is intended to provide further explanation for the process of property transactions
that are approved by City Council for condemnation.
Approximately six weeks of preparatory work is required before the condemnation lawsuit is filed. During
this time, City staff continues to negotiate with the property owner in an effort to reach a mutual
settlement.
§ If a settlement is reached, the condemnation process is stopped, and the property transaction
proceeds to a real estate closing.
§ If a settlement cannot be reached, the condemnation lawsuit is filed. Even after filing, negotiations
continue between the property owner and the City’s legal representative. Filing of the
condemnation documents allows:
- The City to gain access and title to the subject property so the capital project can proceed
on schedule.
- The City to deposit the appraised value of the property in an escrow account with the Clerk
of Court. These funds may be withdrawn by the property owner immediately upon filing, and
at any time thereafter, with the understanding that additional funds transfer may be required
at the time of final settlement or at the conclusion of litigation.
§ If a condemnation lawsuit is filed, the final trial may not occur for 18 to 24 months; however, a vast
majority of the cases settle prior to final trial. The City’s condemnation attorney remains actively
engaged with the property owner to continue negotiations throughout litigation.
- North Carolina law requires that all condemnation cases go through formal non-binding mediation, at
which an independent certified mediator attempts to facilitate a successful settlement. For the
minority of cases that do not settle, the property owner has the right to a trial by judge or jury in
order to determine the amount of compensation the property owner will receive.
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