Jan 4, 2016

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Jan 4, 2016

City of Norcross
65 Lawrenceville Street
Norcross, GA 30071
Meeting Agenda
Monday, January 4, 2016
6:30 PM
Council Chambers
Mayor and Council
Mayor Bucky Johnson
Mayor Pro Tem Josh Bare
Councilmember Craig Newton
Councilmember David McLeroy
Councilmember Andrew Hixson
Councilmember Pierre Levy
Mayor and Council
A.
Meeting Agenda
January 4, 2016
Call to order by Mayor Bucky Johnson
PLEASE TURN OFF ALL CELL PHONES AND ELECTRONIC DEVICES
B.
Prayer
C.
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America
D.
Roll Call (recorded)
E.
Presentation of previous meetings minutes for acceptanceand
acceptance of the agenda as presented for scheduled meeting.
15-4267
Approval of Previous Meeting Minutes
Attachments:
CC - Minutes - 12-07-2015 - Regular Mtg
CC - Minutes - 12-21-2015 - Policy
15-4275
F.
Acceptance of the Agenda
Ceremonial Presentations, Recognitions, and Swearing In Ceremonies
15-4273
Recognition of Councilmember Charlie Riehm
Attachments:
15-4269
Inauguration of Mayor Bucky Johnson
Attachments:
15-4271
Oath of Office - Newton2016
Inauguration of Council Member Pierre Levy
Attachments:
G.
Oath of Office - Mayor
Inauguration of Councilmember Craig Newton
Attachments:
15-4270
Charlie Riehm Proclamation
Oath of Office - Levy
Floor Open to Citizens Desiring to Address the Governing Authority
a. The floor is open to citizens desiring to address the governing authority
b. Comments by Council
City of Norcross
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Printed on 1/1/2016
Mayor and Council
Meeting Agenda
January 4, 2016
H.
Public Hearings
PH.
15-4251
SUP2015-0005, 125 Lawrenceville Street
Attachments:
I.
Staff Report SUP2015-0005 12-09-2015 updated
Reports of the Mayor and Council Members
a. General Announcements
*****January Events*****
JANUARY 8 - First Friday Concert – John Burke and Lindsay Drake, 7 - 9 p.m.,
Norcross Community Center
JANUARY 11- Movie Monday, Ricki and the Flash, 1:30 p.m. & 6:30 p.m., Norcross
Community Center
JANUARY 11- FEBRUARY 3 – Women's Strength and Balance Class, Monday and
Wednesdays, 8:30 – 9:30 a.m., Norcross Community Center
JANUARY 18 – City Hall Closed for Martin Luther King Holiday
JANUARY 19- Policy Work Session, 6:30 p.m., City Hall, 2nd Floor Conference Room
JANUARY 21, LCI Beaver Ruin Greenway Public Meeting, 6:30 p.m., Norcross
Community Center
JANUARY 22 - Art Show Opening Reception, Peter McIntosh Photography, 6:30 p.m.,
The Rectory
JANUARY 25- Movie Monday, Tomorrowland, 1:30 p.m. & 6:30 p.m., Norcross
Community Center
JANUARY 26, Farmers Market Public Meeting, 6:30 p.m., The Greenhouse, 19
Holcomb Bridge Road
J.
Board Appointments
15-4276
Board Appointments
K.
Consent Agenda
1.
15-4246
Discuss Use of New Park Property Located at 205
Lawrenceville Street
Attachments:
City of Norcross
Memo - Community Garden Recommendation
Page 3
Printed on 12/30/2015
Mayor and Council
2.
15-4262
Meeting Agenda
Resolution to Permit Alcohol Consumption at Various
Special Events
Attachments:
3.
15-4260
15-4243
Memo and 2016 Alcohol Permits
Results of Application for CDBG Funds for Fiscal Year
2016, and next steps
Attachments:
4.
January 4, 2016
Memo - CDBG Application
Holcomb Bridge Road Railway Crossing Discussion
Attachments:
HBR Railroad Crossing Intersection Study
appendix c
Gwinnett Co. Response re Holcomb Bridge Rd
5.
15-4264
Municipal Competitive Trust Signature Authority
Resolution
Attachments:
6.
15-4272
K.
Items for Discussion
L.
Adjourn in memory of
Resolution - Authorized Officials001
Appointment of Mayor Pro Tem for 2016
Signed by _________________________________Mayor Bucky Johnson
Attest: _______________________________ Monique Lang, City Clerk
City of Norcross
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Printed on 1/1/2016
City of Norcross
Norcross, GA 30071
Legislation Details (With Text)
File #:
15-4267
Version: 1
Type:
Agenda Item
Status:
Agenda Ready
File created:
12/22/2015
In control:
Mayor and Council
On agenda:
1/4/2016
Final action:
Title:
Sponsors:
Indexes:
Code sections:
Attachments:
Date
1. CC - Minutes - 12-07-2015 - Regular Mtg, 2. CC - Minutes - 12-21-2015 - Policy
Ver.
Action By
Action
Result
Title
Motion
A motion to Approve the December 7th Regular Council Meeting, and
Executive Session, the December 21st Policy Work Session and Executive
Session.
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City of Norcross
Norcross, GA 30071
Meeting Minutes - Draft
Monday, December 7, 2015
6:30 PM
Council Chambers
Mayor and Council
Mayor Bucky Johnson
Councilmember David McLeroy
Councilmember Craig Newton
Councilmember Charlie Riehm
Councilmember Andrew Hixson
Mayor and Council
A.
December 7, 2015
Call to order by Mayor Bucky Johnson
PLEASE TURN OFF ALL CELL PHONES AND ELECTRONIC DEVICES
B.
Prayer
C.
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America
D.
Roll Call (recorded)
Present
E.
6 - Mayor Bucky Johnson, Council Member Craig Newton, Council Member
Charlie Riehm, Council Member Andrew Hixson, Council Member David
McLeroy and Mayor Pro Tem Josh Bare
Presentation of previous meetings minutes for acceptanceand
acceptance of the agenda as presented for scheduled meeting.
15-4248
Attachments:
CC - Minutes - 11-02-2015 - Regular Mtg
CC - Minutes - 11-16-2015 - Policy
CC - Minutes - 11-18-2015 - Special Called
A motion was made by Council Member David McLeroy, seconded by Council
Member Charlie Riehm, to Approve the November 2nd Regular Council
Meeting, and Executive Session, the November 16th Policy Work Session and
Executive Session and the November 18th Special Called Meeting. The motion
was APPROVED by the following vote:
Aye:
Abstain:
15-4249
5-
Council Member Newton, Council Member Riehm, Council Member
Hixson, Council Member McLeroy and Mayor Pro Tem Bare
0
A motion was made by Council Member Craig Newton, seconded by Council
Member Charlie Riehm, to Accept the Agenda as Presented with the following
items being moved to discussion:
3. 15-4233 ARC Call for Applications for LCI Studies
4. 15-4239 Parks Master Plan Update
6. 15-4243 Holcomb Bridge Road Railway Crossing Discussion
10. 15-4241 Proposed Regularly Scheduled Meetings with Boards, Authorities
and Commissions to meet with Council
13. 15-4195 Livestock Discussion
The motion was APPROVED by the following vote:
Aye:
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Abstain:
F.
December 7, 2015
0
Ceremonial Presentations, Recognitions, and Swearing In Ceremonies
15-4253
Norcross Police Department's Good Citizenship Award
Presentation
Citizen Service Award
Presented to
Maria Arguello Rodriguez
Who went above and beyond to assist law enforcement
in protecting our community.
and
Citizen Service Award
Presented to
Rodney Kellum
Who went above and beyond to assist law enforcement
in protecting our community.
G.
Floor Open to Citizens Desiring to Address the Governing Authority
a. The floor is open to citizens desiring to address the governing authority
H.
Public Hearings
I.
Reports of the Mayor and Council Members
a. General Announcements
J.
Board Appointments
City of Norcross
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Mayor and Council
15-4250
December 7, 2015
Board Appointments
A motion was made by Council Member Charlie Riehm, seconded by Mayor Pro
Tem Josh Bare, to Approve the Appointments of the following board members
and term expiration as presented:
Norcross Public Arts Commission
Alex Villasana
10/5/2020
Sean Casey
11/2/2020
Aye:
Abstain:
5-
0
A motion was made by Council Member Andrew Hixson, seconded by Mayor
Pro Tem Josh Bare, to Approve the Re-Appointment of the following board
member and term expiration as presented:
Planning & Zoning BOA
David Butsko
11/2/2019
Aye:
Abstain:
5-
0
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Josh Bare, seconded by Council
Member Charlie Riehm, to Approve the Appointment and Re-Appointment of
the following board members and term expiration as presented:
Sustainable Norcross
Greg Cothran
12/7/2017
Bea Grossman
12/7/2019
Carol Jordan
12/7/2019
Aye:
Abstain:
K.
5-
0
Consent Agenda
Approval of the Consent Agenda
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Bare, seconded by Council Member
Hixson, to Approve the Consent Agenda. The motion carried by the following
vote:
City of Norcross
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Mayor and Council
Aye:
Abstain:
1.
15-4237
5-
December 7, 2015
0
Discovery Garden Park Board
Attachments:
DGP Packet and By-Laws
The Agenda Item was Approved by consent vote.
2.
15-4233
ARC 2016 Call for Applications for LCI Studies
Attachments:
davis_MEMO_15-11-30
resolution lci implementation T-13
5.
15-4223
Agreement with VOIANCE for Over the Phone
Language Interpretation
Attachments:
Agenda Item - VOIANCE 091815
VOIANCE Service Agreement
Change Order No 1 Voiance Service Agreement
7.
15-4244
Request to Surplus Items - Police Department
Attachments:
Memo - Surplus Auction
8.
15-4245
Approval of Contract with Stewart Brothers, Inc. for
Street Resurfacing and Repairs
Attachments:
Memo - Streets Resurfacing SPLOST
Contractor Agreement - Streets Resurfacing SPLOST
9.
15-4236
Transfer of Code Enforcement from Community
Development to the Police Department
Attachments:
ORDINANCE 08-2015 Change Code Enforcement from Comunity Developmnent to Police D
City of Norcross
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Mayor and Council
11.
15-4242
December 7, 2015
Request for Approval of Janitorial Services Contract
Attachments:
Memo - Janitorial Services Contract
Janitorial Services Contract
12.
15-4240
Selection of Primary and Alternate Delegate for ECG
Board
Attachments:
Voting Delegate Resolution
L.
Items for Discussion
3.
15-4238
Summerour Park Change Order
Attachments:
Memo - Summerour Park Change Order
A motion was made by Council Member Craig Newton, seconded by Council
Member David McLeroy, Approve the attached Change Order and Budget
Amendment for the purchase of Concession Equipment and Stamped Engineer
Drawings in the amount of $17,789.00 funded by SPLOST Recreation. The
motion was APPROVED by the following vote:
Aye:
Abstain:
4.
15-4239
5-
0
Parks Master Plan Update
Attachments:
Memo - Parks Master Plan
A motion was made by Council Member Andrew Hixson, seconded by Council
Member Craig Newton,Approve the selection of Lose & Associates, Inc. to
conduct the Parks Master Plan Update in the amount of $49,090.00 funded by
SPLOST - Recreation Fund. The motion was APPROVED by the following vote:
Aye:
Abstain:
6.
15-4243
5-
0
Attachments:
appendix c
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Josh Bare, seconded by Council
Member Charlie Riehm, that this agenda item be Tabled to the December 21,
2015, Policy Work Session The motion was APPROVED by the following vote:
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Aye:
Abstain:
10.
15-4241
5-
December 7, 2015
0
Proposed Regularly Scheduled Meetings with Boards,
Authorities and Commissions to meet with Council
Attachments:
Memo - Scheduled Meetings with Boards
This matter was discussed and referred to the City Manager for review and
implementation.
13.
15-4195
Livestock Discussion
Attachments:
ORDINANCE 09-2015 Keeping of Chickens
A motion was made by Council Member Andrew Hixson, seconded by Mayor
Pro Tem Josh Bare, to amend Article I of Chapter 115 by deleting the
definitions for “livestock” and “livestock quarters” in section 115-5 in their
entirety and substituting new definitions in lieu thereof, and amend Article III of
Chapter 115 by deleting paragraph (b)(8) of Section 115-78 and inserting the
following in lieu thereof inserting a new paragraph (b)(8) of Section 115-78 with
the following enacting clause:
The Mayor and City Council of the City of Norcross, Georgia, hereby ordains
that the adopted Code of Ordinances is hereby amended as more particularly
set forth below. It is the intention of the Mayor and City Council, and it is
hereby ordained that the following provisions shall become and be made a part
of the Code of the City of Norcross, and the Sections in the Code in the
Ordinance be renumbered to accomplish that intention.
Aye:
4-
Hixson and Mayor Pro Tem Bare
Opposed:
1-
Council Member McLeroy
Abstain:
M.
0
Adjourn in memory of
Signed by _________________________________Mayor Bucky Johnson
Attest: _______________________________ Monique Lang, City Clerk
City of Norcross
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City of Norcross
Norcross, GA 30071
Monday, December 21, 2015
6:30 PM
2nd Floor Conference Room
Policy Work Session
Mayor Bucky Johnson
Council Member Craig Newton
Council Member Andrew Hixson
Council Member David McLeroy
Council Member Charlie Riehm
Policy Work Session
December 21, 2015
ROLL CALL
Present
5 - Mayor Bucky Johnson, Mayor Pro Tem Josh Bare, Council Member Craig
Newton, Mayor Pro Tem David McLeroy and Mayor Pro Tem Andrew
Hixson
Absent
1 - Council Member Charles Riehm
Citizen Input
General Updates
Board Appointments
Council - General Discussion
PH.
15-4251
Attachments:
Staff Report SUP2015-0005 12-09-2015 updated
This matter was Referred to the Mayor and Council, due back on 1/4/2016
1.
15-4246
Discuss Use of New Park Property Located at 205
Lawrenceville Street
This matter was Referred to the Mayor and Council, due back on 1/4/2016
2.
15-4262
Resolution to Permit Alcohol Consumption at Various
Special Events
Attachments:
Memo - 2016 Alcohol Permits
This matter was Referred to the by the Mayor and Council, due back on
1/4/2016
3.
15-4260
Results of Application for CDBG Funds for Fiscal Year
2016, and next steps
Attachments:
Memo - CDBG Application
This matter was Referred to the by the Mayor and Council, due back on
1/4/2016
4.
15-4243
Attachments:
appendix c
Gwinnett Co. Response re Holcomb Bridge Rd
This matter was Referred to the Mayor and Council, due back on 1/4/2016.
City of Norcross
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Policy Work Session
5.
15-4264
December 21, 2015
Municipal Competitive Trust Signature Authority
Resolution
Attachments:
Resolution - Authorized Officials001
This matter was Moved to the Mayor and Council, due back on 1/4/2016
6.
15-4263
National Citizen Survey
Attachments:
National Citizen Survey Reference
This matter was Referred to the Retreat, due back on 1/25/2016
Adjourn to Executive Session for Personnel, Real Estate or Legal
Signed by: ___________________________________ Mayor Bucky Johnson
Attest: _________________________________ Monique Lang, City Clerk
City of Norcross
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City of Norcross
Norcross, GA 30071
File #:
15-4275
Version: 1
Type:
Agenda Item
Status:
Agenda Ready
File created:
12/29/2015
In control:
Mayor and Council
On agenda:
1/4/2016
Final action:
Title:
Sponsors:
Indexes:
Code sections:
Attachments:
Date
Ver.
Action By
Action
Result
Title
Motion
Motion to Accept the Agenda as Presented with the following items being moved
to discussion:
City of Norcross
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City of Norcross
Norcross, GA 30071
File #:
15-4273
Version: 1
Type:
Recognition
Status:
Agenda Ready
File created:
12/29/2015
In control:
Mayor and Council
On agenda:
1/4/2016
Final action:
Title:
Sponsors:
Indexes:
Code sections:
Attachments:
Date
1. Charlie Riehm Proclamation
Ver.
Action By
Action
Result
Title
City of Norcross
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City of Norcross
Proclamation for Councilmember Charlie Riehm
WHEREAS, Councilmember Charlie Riehm is a two-decade resident of the City of Norcross; and
WHEREAS, Councilmember Riehm has been an activist and visionary who has been a critical
contributor to the successful and sustained revitalization of Norcross for the past fifteen years; and
WHEREAS, Councilmember Riehm has utilized his skills in assembling many talented, dedicated, and
creative Norcross citizens to serve on boards, teams, and organizations which have, in turn, been
instrumental in the successful revitalization of Norcross; and
WHEREAS, Councilmember Riehm has served the Norcross community in various ways, which have
greatly contributed to the thoughtful growth and success of the town. His service includes but has not
been limited to the following:
o Liquor by the Drink initiative
o Treasurer of the Downtown Development Authority (DDA)
o Founding member of the Progressive Development Committee (PDC)
o PDC Chair for several terms
o Preservation of the Historic Methodist Church and Rectory (now the Norcross Cultural
Arts and Community Center)
o Summer Concerts in the Park
o Permanent home for Kudzu Arts Zone
o Establishment of the Norcross Welcome Center
o Committee Member, Art Splash
o President, Norcross Arts Alliance
o Co-Founder, Norcross Arts Commission
o Champion for the Tree Board
o Champion for the Nature Trail behind Johnson Dean Park
o Champion for Revitalization of the City’s Parks to include Thrasher Park, Rossie
Brundage Park, Lillian Webb Park, the new Johnson Dean Park, the new Pinnacle
Point Park, and the forthcoming Community Garden; and
WHEREAS, Councilmember Riehm has also built a successful record of accomplishment in Gwinnett
County, being recognized by the County as a Champion of the Arts, as a graduate of Senior Leadership
Gwinnett, and most critically as a founding member of the Southwest Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce;
and
WHEREAS, Councilmember Riehm has garnered the support of city staff who respect him, his
judgement, contributions, and his integrity, which has been evident in his commitment to the City and its
employees; and
WHEREAS, Councilmember Riehm has earned the respect of colleagues and many residents for his
honesty, integrity, excellent work ethic, and his dedication to always doing what is BEST for Norcross;
and
WHEREAS, Charlie Riehm is a good and trusted friend, neighbor, colleague, husband, father, and
grandfather who is living an exemplary life of civic involvement in this community; and
WHEREAS Mayor and Council do hereby recognize and honor Charlie Riehm for his dedicated and
devoted service to Norcross and its citizens and hereby express appreciation for the contributions he has
willingly made to our community with the utmost integrity and the highest of ethics. Charlie Riehm’s
experience, presence, vision, influence, and guidance on the Norcross City Council will be sorely missed.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT in order to thank and recognize Charlie Riehm for his
untiring and outstanding service in a meaningful and long lasting way, Mayor and Council hereby
bestow upon him the lifelong title of “Councilmember Emeritus.”
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused this seal to be affixed. This fourth
day of January 2016.
_____________________________
Bucky Johnson, Mayor City of Norcross
City of Norcross
Norcross, GA 30071
File #:
15-4269
Version: 1
Type:
Agenda Item
Status:
Agenda Ready
File created:
12/28/2015
In control:
Mayor and Council
On agenda:
1/4/2016
Final action:
Title:
Sponsors:
Indexes:
Code sections:
Attachments:
Date
1. Oath of Office - Mayor
Ver.
Action By
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Result
Title
City of Norcross
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City of Norcross
Oath of Office
Mayor Bucky Johnson
“I, Bucky Johnson, do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will faithfully perform the
duties of Mayor of the City of Norcross, Georgia, and that I will support and defend
the Charter and Code thereof as well as the Constitution and laws of the State of
Georgia and of the United States of America.”
“I, Bucky Johnson, swear (or affirm) that I am not incumbent in any office of trust
under the government of the United States, any other state, or any foreign state which
by the laws of the State of Georgia, I am prohibited from holding and should I seek
such, my resignation from office shall be instanter;”
I, further swear (or affirm) that I am not the holder of any unaccounted for public
money due this or any other State or political subdivision or authority thereof;”
I, further swear (or affirm) I am qualified to hold the office for which I have been
elected, and for so long as I am serving as Mayor of the City of Norcross, Georgia, I
do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will support and defend the Constitution of the
United States of America and the Constitution of the State of Georgia, and I will
faithfully perform and discharge the duties of my elected office, conscientiously and
without malice or partiality, to the best of my ability;”
So Help Me God.
January 4, 2016
Pamela D. South, Chief Judge
Attest: Monique Lang, City Clerk
City of Norcross
Norcross, GA 30071
File #:
15-4271
Version: 1
Type:
Agenda Item
Status:
Agenda Ready
File created:
12/28/2015
In control:
Mayor and Council
On agenda:
1/4/2016
Final action:
Title:
Sponsors:
Indexes:
Code sections:
Attachments:
Date
1. Oath of Office - Newton2016
Ver.
Action By
Action
Result
Title
City of Norcross
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City of Norcross
Oath of Office
Council Member Craig Newton
“I, Craig Newton, do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will faithfully perform the duties
of Council Member of the City of Norcross, Georgia, and that I will support and
defend the Charter and Code thereof as well as the Constitution and laws of the State
of Georgia and of the United States of America.”
“I, Craig Newton, swear (or affirm) that I am not incumbent in any office of trust under
the government of the United States, any other state, or any foreign state which by the
laws of the State of Georgia, I am prohibited from holding and should I seek such,
my resignation from office shall be instanter;”
elected, and for so long as I am serving as a Council Member of the City of Norcross,
Georgia, I do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will support and defend the
Constitution of the United States of America and the Constitution of the State of
Georgia, and I will faithfully perform and discharge the duties of my elected office,
conscientiously and without malice or partiality, to the best of my ability;”
So Help Me God.
January 4, 2016
City of Norcross
Norcross, GA 30071
File #:
15-4270
Version: 1
Type:
Agenda Item
Status:
Agenda Ready
File created:
12/28/2015
In control:
Mayor and Council
On agenda:
1/4/2016
Final action:
Title:
Sponsors:
Indexes:
Code sections:
Attachments:
Date
1. Oath of Office - Levy
Ver.
Action By
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Title
City of Norcross
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City of Norcross
Oath of Office
Council Member Pierre Levy
“I, Pierre Levy, do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will faithfully perform the duties
of Council Member of the City of Norcross, Georgia, and that I will support and
defend the Charter and Code thereof as well as the Constitution and laws of the State
of Georgia and of the United States of America.”
“I, Pierre Levy, swear (or affirm) that I am not incumbent in any office of trust under
the government of the United States, any other state, or any foreign state which by the
laws of the State of Georgia, I am prohibited from holding and should I seek such,
my resignation from office shall be instanter;”
elected, and for so long as I am serving as a Council Member of the City of Norcross,
Georgia, I do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will support and defend the
Constitution of the United States of America and the Constitution of the State of
Georgia, and I will faithfully perform and discharge the duties of my elected office,
conscientiously and without malice or partiality, to the best of my ability;”
So Help Me God.
January 4, 2016
City of Norcross
Norcross, GA 30071
File #:
15-4251
Version: 1
Type:
Agenda Item
Status:
Agenda Ready
File created:
11/20/2015
In control:
Mayor and Council
On agenda:
1/4/2016
Final action:
Title:
Sponsors:
Indexes:
Code sections:
Attachments:
1. Staff Report SUP2015-0005 12-09-2015 updated
Date
Ver.
Action By
12/21/2015
1
Policy Work Session
12/9/2015
1
Planning and Zoning
Action
Result
Recommended for Approval
Pass
Title
Drafter
Jon Davis
Motion
A motion to Approve Permit SUP2015-0005 to allow the use of the building as a
mixed use development with commercial, office and residential uses and
applying the following condition:
1. The Special Use Permit is allowed to run with the property.
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SUP2015-0005
Action
Special Use Permit
Property Location
125 Lawrenceville St.
Norcross, GA 30071
Petitioner
City of Norcross DDA
65 Lawrenceville St.
Petitioner’s Request
SUP to continue to allow the use of the building
as a mixed use development with commercial,
office and residential uses.
Vicinity Map
The subject parcel is located at 125 Lawrenceville St., Norcross, GA 30071 and is a
property of the Downtown Development Authority of the City of Norcross. The property
is known as The Cotton Gin and has been utilized as a mixed use building with
commercial, office and residential uses included in it since it was purchased by the DDA.
An existing Special Use Permit which allowed the inclusion of a residential apartment in
the building was linked to the original tenet in the apartment unit.
City of Norcross Planning & Zoning December 2, 2015.
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Analysis
The Cotton Gin has been used as a mixed use building for several years and is an
excellent example of the mixed use concept which is fully supported by the long term
land use plans, comprehensive plans and livable center initiative studies. The DDA
wishes to continue that use pattern in the building and is requesting a new special use
permit which will allow, indefinitely the presence of rental residential apartments in the
structure.
Staff Recommendation
Staff recommends that this application for a Special Use Permit be allowed for the
following reasons:
1- The site is within the downtown area of the city and has a successful history
of mixed use activities.
2- The use of the building as mixed use in in complete agreement with the long
term land use plans of the city.
If the Planning & Zoning Board wishes to approve this Special Use Permit Application
for the proposed use the following conditions should be applied:
1. The Special Use Permit is allowed to run with the property.
Update from P&Z 12/9/2015
The Planning and Zoning Board reviewed the request at the 12/9/2015 public hearing.
At that time the Board voted 3-0 to approve the Special Use Permit as requested.
City of Norcross Planning & Zoning December 2, 2015.
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City of Norcross
Norcross, GA 30071
File #:
15-4276
Version: 1
Type:
Agenda Item
Status:
Agenda Ready
File created:
12/29/2015
In control:
Mayor and Council
On agenda:
1/4/2016
Final action:
Title:
Board Appointments
Sponsors:
Indexes:
Code sections:
Attachments:
Date
Ver.
Action By
Action
Result
Title
Board Appointments
Drafter
Mayor & Council
Motion
A motion to Approve the Appointment of the following board member and term
as presented:
Architectural Board
John Blackwelder
City of Norcross
1/4/2016 - 1/3/2019
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City of Norcross
Norcross, GA 30071
File #:
15-4246
Version: 1
Type:
Agenda Item
Status:
Agenda Ready
File created:
11/10/2015
In control:
Mayor and Council
On agenda:
1/4/2016
Final action:
Title:
Discuss Use of New Park Property Located at 205 Lawrenceville Street
Sponsors:
Indexes:
Code sections:
Attachments:
1. Memo - Community Garden Recommendation
Date
Ver.
Action By
12/21/2015
1
Policy Work Session
11/16/2015
1
Policy Work Session
Action
Result
Referred to the
Title
Discuss Use of New Park Property Located at 205 Lawrenceville Street
Drafter
Councilmember Bare
Motion
A motion to retain Sean Murphy with B+C Studio Inc. to prepare a concept plan
for the additional property to extend the community garden at Lawrenceville
Street.
City of Norcross
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PUBLIC WORKS, UTILTIES & PARKS
__________________________________________________________________________________________________
TO:
Mayor and City Council
FROM:
Rudolph Smith/City Manager
DATE:
January 4, 2016
SUBJECT:
Addendum to the Community Garden Contract
CC:
Rudolph Smith, City Manager
Presented By: Rudolph Smith/City Manager
Project Description
I recommend that the city retain Sean Murphy with b+c Studio Inc. to prepare a concept plan for
the additional property to extend the community garden at Lawrenceville Street. Mr. Murphy is
also the vendor who prepared the initial concept plan for the Community Garden.
Staff Recommendation:
Funding Source:
Project Cost:
345 LIVELY AVENUE, NORCROSS, GEORGIA 30071
(678) 421-2069 FAX (770) 255-2335
http://www.norcrossga.net
City of Norcross
Norcross, GA 30071
File #:
15-4262
Version: 1
Type:
Agenda Item
Status:
Agenda Ready
File created:
12/16/2015
In control:
Policy Work Session
On agenda:
1/4/2016
Final action:
Title:
Resolution to Permit Alcohol Consumption at Various Special Events
Sponsors:
Indexes:
Code sections:
Attachments:
1. Memo - 2016 Alcohol Permits
Date
Ver.
Action By
12/21/2015
1
Policy Work Session
Action
Result
Title
Resolution to Permit Alcohol Consumption at Various Special Events
Drafter
Mary Beth Bender
Motion
A motion to Approve the attached Resolution to Permit the Sale and
Consumption of Alcohol at Various Special Events in the City as Presented.
City of Norcross
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RESOLUTION TO PERMIT THE SALE AND CONSUMPTION
OF ALCOHOL IN TO-GO CUPS, TO PERMIT SIDEWALK SALES
BY LICENSED LOCAL ESTABLISHMENTS IN DOWNTON
HISTORIC NORCROSS, AND TO PERMIT OPEN CONTAINERS
DURING THE 2016 CONCERT SERIES AND MUSIC EVENTS
WHEREAS, the citizens of the City of Norcross and the surrounding
communities attended the Concert Series and Music Events of 2015 held at Thrasher
Park, Lillian Webb Park, S. Peachtree Street & Skin Alley; and
WHEREAS, the Parks and Recreation Division of the City of Norcross
Department of Public Works, Utilities and Parks has scheduled the Concert Series and
Music Events of 2016 (hereinafter the “2016 Summer Concert Series”), beginning on
May 27, 2016 and continuing through October 8, 2016; and
WHEREAS, the Mayor and Council of the City of Norcross, Georgia have
determined that the public interest will be served by granting an exception for the
Summer Concert Series permitting the public consumption of alcoholic beverages during
the 2016 Summer Concert Series at the designated location of each of said events and
during the hours of 7:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m., subject to the requirements of the Norcross
Code of Ordinances, Chapter 4, Section 4-5; and
determined that one or more public streets of Downtown Historic Norcross will be closed
for each of the 2016 Summer Concert Series events and that it is in the public interest to
permit any establishment located in the Historic Downtown Norcross District that is
licensed to dispense alcoholic beverages by the drink for consumption on the premises to
dispense an alcoholic beverage in a paper or plastic cup, or other container other than a
can, bottle, or glass, for removal from the premises during the designated hours for each
of the 2016 Summer Concert Series events pursuant to Norcross Code of Ordinances,
Chapter 4, Section 4-5; and
determined that the public interest will be served by permitting any establishment located
in the Historic Downtown Norcross District that is licensed to dispense alcoholic
beverages by the drink for consumption on the premises to apply for a Temporary
Outdoor Sales Permit to set up a temporary booth, stand, kiosk or tent for the sale of
alcoholic beverages (a "temporary bar") immediately adjacent to said establishment
during the designated hours for each of the 2016 Summer Concert Series events pursuant
to Norcross Code of Ordinances Chapter 4, Section 4-6; and
determined that the public interest will be served granting an exception for the 2016
Summer Concert Series permitting the open consumption and possession of alcoholic
beverages by the public in the Historic Downtown Norcross District during the
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designated hours for each of the 2016 Summer Concert Series events, subject to the
requirements of the Norcross Code of Ordinances, Chapter 4, Section 4-5.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the City of
Norcross, Georgia as follows:
I.
Exception Granted for Sale of Alcoholic Beverages For Removal from the
Premises: An exception for the 2016 Summer Concert Series, a city sponsored
event, is hereby granted to permit any establishment located in the Historic
Downtown Norcross District that is licensed to dispense alcoholic beverages by
the drink for consumption on the premises to dispense an alcoholic beverage in a
paper or plastic cup, or other container other than a can, bottle, or glass, for
removal from the premises between the hours of 7:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. (the
“designated hours”) during the Concert Series and Music Events of 2016
(hereinafter the “2016 Summer Concert Series”) at each of the following locations
as is specifically set forth below:,
May 27 – Thrasher Park
June 10 – Thrasher Park
June 24 – Thrasher Park
July 8 – Thrasher Park
July 16 - Skin Alley/Betty Mauldin Park
July 22 – Thrasher Park
August 5 – Thrasher Park
August 13 – Skin Alley/Betty Mauldin Park
August 19 – Thrasher Park
September 2 – Thrasher Park
September 24 – Skin Alley/Betty Mauldin Park
October 8 – Skin Alley/Betty Mauldin Park
II.
Temporary Outdoor Sales Permits for Sidewalk Sales of Alcoholic Beverages
during the 2016 Summer Concert Series. Any establishment located in the
Historic Downtown Norcross District that is licensed to dispense alcoholic
beverages by the drink for consumption on the premises to dispense an alcoholic
beverage may apply for a Temporary Outdoor Sales Permit to set up a temporary
booth, stand, kiosk or tent for the sale of alcoholic beverages (a "temporary bar")
immediately adjacent to said establishment during the 2016 Summer Concert
Series during the designated hours on the days designated for each such event
pursuant to Norcross Code of Ordinances, Chapter 4, Section 4-6 and the
following conditions, as follows:
(1)
Said temporary bar must be located on the sidewalk immediately adjacent
to or in front of said establishment; or
III.
(2)
Said temporary bar must be located on a public or private parking lot
immediately adjacent to said establishment; provided however;
(3)
No temporary bar may be permitted on any public street or in any
designated parking area on any public street;
(4)
The location, size and configuration of said temporary bar must be
approved by the City Manager or his designee and must be properly zoned
and approved by the Community Development Director.
(5)
The establishment applying for the temporary outdoor sales permit shall
pay the fees as adopted by city council in the schedule of fees and kept on
file in the City Clerk's office.
(6)
Any establishment that is granted a temporary outdoor sales permit shall
be required to comply with all general ordinances and the licensing and
regulations for a consumption on the premises establishment.
(7)
All employees of the temporary outdoor sales permittee working the
establishment's temporary bar dispensing, selling, serving, taking orders or
mixing alcoholic beverages shall be required to have a pouring permit.
(8)
As a condition on the issuance of the temporary outdoor sales permit, the
permittee shall indemnify and hold the city harmless from claims, demand
or cause of action which may arise from activities associated with the
event and/or the operation of the temporary bar.
(9)
The City Manager or his designee may immediately revoke any or all
temporary outdoor sales permits issued for an event if it is determined that
continued alcohol sales may endanger the health, welfare or safety of the
public.
(10)
Nothing contained herein shall be construed to create a vested right for
any establishment to be issued a temporary outdoor permit.
(11)
Prior to the issuance of each Temporary Outdoor Sales Permit for the 2016
Summer Concert Series, the location and configuration of each such
temporary bar must be approved by the Chief of Police for crowd control,
traffic control measures and security measures.
Exception Granted for Personal Consumption of Alcoholic Beverages by
the Public: An exception for the 2016 Summer Concert Series, a city
sponsored series of events, is hereby granted to permit open consumption and
possession of alcoholic beverages in paper or plastic cups only in the designated
locations for each such event, the Historic Downtown Norcross District and the
streets and sidewalks and other public places within or immediately adjacent to
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the Historic Downtown Norcross District (as may be more specifically
described in the crowd control, road closure and traffic control plan approved by
the Chief of Police) during the designated hours, subject to the requirements of
the Norcross Code of Ordinances, Chapter 4, Section 4-5.
IV.
Area Covered by Exceptions: The Exceptions shall apply only in the
designated locations for each such event, the Historic Downtown Norcross
District and the streets and sidewalks and other public places within or
immediately adjacent to the Historic Downtown Norcross District, as may be
more specifically described in the crowd control, road closure and traffic control
plan approved by the Chief of Police (hereinafter the “designated areas”).
V.
Open Consumption, Open Container and Possession of Alcoholic
Beverages on City Property are permitted during the Event. The provisions
of Norcross Code of Ordinances, Chapter 4, Sections 4-1, 4-3 and 4-4 shall not
apply during the designated hours or in the designated areas for each event in
the 2016 Summer Concert Series.
VI.
Restrictions on Open Consumption, Open Container and Possession of
Alcoholic Beverages during the Event. The provisions of Chapter 4, Sections
4-5 (b) (1) through (3) shall control the sale of alcoholic beverages for removal
from the premises by any establishment licensed to dispense alcoholic
beverages by the drink, and the personal consumption of alcoholic beverages by
members of the public during the designated hours and in the designated areas
for each event in the 2016 Summer Concert Series, namely:
1. One drink limit. Any establishment licensed to dispense alcoholic
beverages by the drink is authorized to dispense an alcoholic beverage
in a paper or plastic cup, or other container other than a can, bottle, or
glass; provided, however, any establishment licensed to dispense
alcoholic beverages by the drink shall not dispense to any person more
than one such alcoholic beverage at a time, and no person shall remove
at one time more than one such alcoholic beverage from the premises
of any establishment licensed to dispense alcoholic beverages by the
drink.
2. Size limited to 16 fluid ounces. No container in which an alcoholic
beverage is dispensed and removed from any establishment licensed to
dispense alcoholic beverages by the drink shall exceed 16 fluid ounces
in size. No person shall hold in his possession on the streets and
sidewalks, or in other public places within or immediately adjacent to
The Historic Downtown Norcross District, or in the designated areas
for each event in the 2016 Summer Concert Series any open alcoholic
beverage container which exceeds 16 fluid ounces in size; and
3. Drinking from can, bottle, or glass prohibited. It shall be unlawful for
any person to drink or attempt to drink any alcoholic beverage from a
can, bottle, or glass or to possess in an open can, bottle, or glass any
alcoholic beverage on the streets and sidewalks, rights of way, and
parking lots, whether public or private including, but not limited to the
designated area for the 2016 Summer Concert Series.
VII.
Approval by Chief of Police: Prior to the issuance of any Temporary Outdoor
Sales Permit, a crowd control, road closure and traffic control plan proving for the
orderly movement of motor vehicle and pedestrian traffic during the 2016
Summer Concert Series must be approved by the Chief of Police for crowd
control, traffic control measures and security measures. Norcross Code of
Ordinances, Chapter 4, Section 4-6 (f).
VIII.
Revocation of Exception for Sale of Alcoholic Beverages For Removal from
the Premises. The City Manager or his designee shall immediately revoke the
Exception for the sale of Alcoholic Beverages for Removal from the Premises,
without notice, if he or the Chief of Police determines that continued alcohol sales
may endanger the health, welfare or safety of the public. Upon such revocation,
all establishments licensed to dispense alcoholic beverages by the drink shall
immediately cease the sale of alcoholic beverages for removal from the premises.
Norcross Code of Ordinances, Chapter 4, Section 4-53 (c).
IX.
Revocation of Temporary Outdoor Sales Permits. The City Manager or his
designee shall immediately revoke any or all Temporary Outdoor Sales Permits,
all such establishments shall immediately cease the sale of alcoholic beverages
from such temporary outdoor bars and close and dismantle such temporary
outdoor bars. Norcross Code of Ordinances, Chapter 4, Section 4-6 (g).
X.
Cancellation of Event. In the event that the 2016 Summer Concert Series is
cancelled, the Temporary Outdoor Sales Permits and these Exceptions shall also
be revoked.
XI.
Compliance with Laws. All establishments licensed to dispense alcoholic
beverages by the drink shall at all times comply with all federal, state and local
laws and regulations.
ADOPTED this ____ day of _______, 2016.
______________________________
Bucky Johnson, Mayor
ATTEST:
______________________________
Monique Lang, City Clerk
RESOLUTION TO PERMIT OPEN CONTAINERS
DURING THE ANNANDALE’S JAZZY THING EVENT
ON APRIL 30, 2016
determined that the public interest will be served by granting an exception for the
Annandale’s Jazzy Thing Special Event on April 30, 2016 permitting the public
consumption of alcoholic beverages for the Annandale’s Jazzy Thing Special Event in
Lillian Webb Park between the hours of 5:45 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. on April 30, 2016 (the
“designated hours”), subject to the requirements of the Norcross Code of Ordinances,
Chapter 4, Section 4-5;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the
City of Norcross, Georgia as follows:
I.
Exception Granted for Personal Consumption of Alcoholic Beverages by the
Public: An exception for the Annandale’s Jazzy Thing Special Event, a city
sponsored event, is hereby granted to permit open consumption and possession of
alcoholic beverages in paper or plastic cups only in Lillian Webb Park between
the hours of 5:45 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. on April 30, 2016 (the “designated hours”),
subject to the requirements of the Norcross Code of Ordinances, Chapter 4,
Section 4-5.
II.
Area Covered by Exceptions: The Exceptions shall apply only in Lillian Webb
Park (hereinafter the “designate area”).
III.
Open Consumption, Open Container and Possession of Alcoholic Beverages
on City Property are permitted during the Event. The provisions of Norcross
Code of Ordinances, Chapter 4, Sections 4-1, 4-3 and 4-4 shall not apply during
the designated hours or in the designated areas for the Annandale’s Jazzy Thing
Special Event.
IV.
Alcoholic Beverages during the Event. The provisions of Chapter 4, Sections 45 (b) (2) through (3) shall control the personal consumption of alcoholic
beverages by members of the public during the designated hours and in the
designated areas for the Annandale’s Jazzy Thing Special Event, namely:
1.
Size limited to 16 fluid ounces. No container in which an alcoholic
beverage is dispensed and removed from any establishment licensed to
dispense alcoholic beverages by the drink shall exceed 16 fluid ounces in
size. No person shall hold in his possession on the streets and sidewalks, or
in other public places within or immediately adjacent to The Historic
Downtown Norcross District, or in the designated areas for the
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Annandale’s Jazzy Thing Special Event any open alcoholic beverage
container which exceeds 16 fluid ounces in size; and
2.
Drinking from can, bottle, or glass prohibited. It shall be unlawful for any
person to drink or attempt to drink any alcoholic beverage from a can,
bottle, or glass or to possess in an open can, bottle, or glass any alcoholic
beverage on the streets and sidewalks, rights of way, and parking lots,
whether public or private including, but not limited to the designated area
for the Annandale’s Jazzy Thing Special Event.
V.
Revocation of Exception for Open Consumption, Open Container and
Possession of Alcoholic Beverages during the Event. The City Manager or his
designee shall immediately revoke the Exception for open consumption, open
container and possession of alcoholic beverages, without notice, if he or the Chief
of Police determines that continued open consumption, open container and
possession of alcoholic beverages may endanger the health, welfare or safety of
the public.
VI.
Cancellation of Event. In the event that the 2016 Art Splash is cancelled, these
Exceptions shall also be revoked.
VII.
______________________________
ATTEST:
______________________________
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OF ALCOHOL IN TO-GO CUPS, TO PERMIT SIDEWALK SALES BY
LICENSED LOCAL ESTABLISHMENTS IN DOWNTON HISTORIC
NORCROSS, AND TO PERMIT OPEN CONTAINERS DURING THE
JUNE 18, 2016 BLUESBERRY MUSIC FEST
WHEREAS, the City of Norcross has scheduled the BluesBerry Music Fest on June 18,
2016 (the “BluesBerry Music Fest”); and
WHEREAS, the Mayor and Council of the City of Norcross, Georgia have determined
that the public interest will be served by granting an exception for the BluesBerry Music Fest
permitting the public consumption of alcoholic beverages for the BluesBerry Music Fest at Betty
Mauldin Park and the Historic Downtown Norcross District and during the hours of 5:00 p.m.
and 10:00 p.m. on June 18, 2016 (the “designated hours”), subject to the requirements of the
Norcross Code of Ordinances, Chapter 4, Section 4-5; and
WHEREAS, the Iron Horse Tavern (Dunwoody Restaurant Group, Inc.) has requested
that the City of Norcross, Georgia (hereinafter, the “City”) issue a temporary outdoor sales
permit to allow the sale of alcoholic beverages during the designated hours in the private parking
lot of Iron Horse Tavern; and
that one or more public streets of Downtown Historic Norcross will be closed during the
BluesBerry Music Fest and that it is in the public interest to permit any establishment located in
the Historic Downtown Norcross District that is licensed to dispense alcoholic beverages by the
drink for consumption on the premises to dispense an alcoholic beverage in a paper or plastic
cup, or other container other than a can, bottle, or glass, for removal from the premises during
the designated hours during the BluesBerry Music Fest pursuant to Norcross Code of
Ordinances, Chapter 4, Section 4-5; and
that the public interest will be served by permitting any establishment located in the Historic
Downtown Norcross District that is licensed to dispense alcoholic beverages by the drink for
consumption on the premises to apply for a Temporary Outdoor Sales Permit to set up a
temporary booth, stand, kiosk or tent for the sale of alcoholic beverages (a "temporary bar")
immediately adjacent to said establishment during the designated hours during the BluesBerry
Music Fest pursuant to Norcross Code of Ordinances Chapter 4, Section 4-6; and
that the public interest will be served granting an exception for the BluesBerry Music Fest
permitting the open consumption and possession of alcoholic beverages by the public in the
Historic Downtown Norcross District during the designated hours during the BluesBerry Music
Fest, subject to the requirements of the Norcross Code of Ordinances, Chapter 4, Section 4-5.
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I.
Exception Granted for Sale of Alcoholic Beverages For Removal from the Premises:
An exception for the BluesBerry Music Fest on June 18, 2016 (the “BluesBerry Music
Fest”), a city sponsored event, is hereby granted to permit any establishment located in
the Historic Downtown Norcross District that is licensed to dispense alcoholic beverages
by the drink for consumption on the premises to dispense an alcoholic beverage in a
paper or plastic cup, or other container other than a can, bottle, or glass, for removal from
the premises during the BluesBerry Music Fest at Betty Mauldin Park and the Downtown
Historic Norcross and during the hours of 5:00 p.m. and 10:00 p.m. on June 18, 2016 (the
Chapter 4, Section 4-5.
II.
Temporary Outdoor Sales Permits for Sidewalk Sales of Alcoholic Beverages during
the BluesBerry Music Fest. Any establishment located in the Historic Downtown
Norcross District that is licensed to dispense alcoholic beverages by the drink for
consumption on the premises to dispense an alcoholic beverage may apply for a
Temporary Outdoor Sales Permit to set up a temporary booth, stand, kiosk or tent for the
sale of alcoholic beverages (a "temporary bar") immediately adjacent to said
establishment during the BluesBerry Music Fest during the designated hours pursuant to
Norcross Code of Ordinances, Chapter 4, Section 4-6 and the following conditions, as
follows:
(1)
Said temporary bar must be located on the sidewalk immediately adjacent to or in
front of said establishment; or
(2)
Said temporary bar must be located on a public or private parking lot immediately
adjacent to said establishment; provided however;
(3)
No temporary bar may be permitted on any public street or in any designated
parking area on any public street;
(4)
The location, size and configuration of said temporary bar must be approved by
the City Manager or his designee and must be properly zoned and approved by the
Community Development Director.
(5)
The establishment applying for the temporary outdoor sales permit shall pay the
fees as adopted by city council in the schedule of fees and kept on file in the City
Clerk's office.
(6)
Any establishment that is granted a temporary outdoor sales permit shall be
required to comply with all general ordinances and the licensing and regulations
for a consumption on the premises establishment.
(7)
(8)
permittee shall indemnify and hold the city harmless from claims, demand or
cause of action which may arise from activities associated with the event and/or
the operation of the temporary bar.
(9)
The City Manager or his designee may immediately revoke any or all temporary
outdoor sales permits issued for an event if it is determined that continued alcohol
sales may endanger the health, welfare or safety of the public.
(10)
Nothing contained herein shall be construed to create a vested right for any
establishment to be issued a temporary outdoor permit.
(11)
Prior to the issuance of each Temporary Outdoor Sales Permit for the BluesBerry
Music Fest, the location and configuration of each such temporary bar must be
approved by the Chief of Police for crowd control, traffic control measures and
security measures.
III.
Public: An exception for the BluesBerry Music Fest, a city sponsored event, is hereby
granted to permit open consumption and possession of alcoholic beverages in paper or
plastic cups only in Betty Mauldin Park , the Historic Downtown Norcross District and
the streets and sidewalks and other public places within or immediately adjacent to the
Historic Downtown Norcross District (as may be more specifically described in the
crowd control, road closure and traffic control plan approved by the Chief of Police)
during the designated hours, subject to the requirements of the Norcross Code of
Ordinances, Chapter 4, Section 4-5.
IV.
Area Covered by Exceptions: The Exceptions shall apply only in Betty Mauldin
Park, the Historic Downtown Norcross District and the streets and sidewalks and other
public places within or immediately adjacent to the Historic Downtown Norcross
District, as may be more specifically described in the crowd control, road closure and
traffic control plan approved by the Chief of Police (hereinafter the “designated areas”).
V.
Open Consumption, Open Container and Possession of Alcoholic Beverages on
City Property are permitted during the Event. The provisions of Norcross Code of
Ordinances, Chapter 4, Sections 4-1, 4-3 and 4-4 shall not apply during the designated
hours or in the designated areas for the BluesBerry Music Fest.
VI.
Restrictions on Open Consumption, Open Container and Possession of Alcoholic
Beverages during the Event. The provisions of Chapter 4, Sections 4-5 (b) (1)
through (3) shall control the sale of alcoholic beverages for removal from the premises
by any establishment licensed to dispense alcoholic beverages by the drink, and the
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personal consumption of alcoholic beverages by members of the public during the
designated hours and in the designated areas for the BluesBerry Music Fest, namely:
1. One drink limit. Any establishment licensed to dispense alcoholic beverages by the
drink is authorized to dispense an alcoholic beverage in a paper or plastic cup, or
other container other than a can, bottle, or glass; provided, however, that any
establishment licensed to dispense alcoholic beverages by the drink shall not dispense
to any person more than one such alcoholic beverage at a time, and no person shall
remove at one time more than one such alcoholic beverage from the premises of any
establishment licensed to dispense alcoholic beverages by the drink.
2. Size limited to 16 fluid ounces. No container in which an alcoholic beverage is
dispensed and removed from any establishment licensed to dispense alcoholic
beverages by the drink shall exceed 16 fluid ounces in size. No person shall hold in
his possession on the streets and sidewalks, or in other public places within or
immediately adjacent to The Historic Downtown Norcross District, or in the
designated areas for the BluesBerry Music Fest any open alcoholic beverage
container which exceeds 16 fluid ounces in size; and
3. Drinking from can, bottle, or glass prohibited. It shall be unlawful for any person to
drink or attempt to drink any alcoholic beverage from a can, bottle, or glass or to
possess in an open can, bottle, or glass any alcoholic beverage on the streets and
sidewalks, rights of way, and parking lots, whether public or private including, but
not limited to the designated area for the BluesBerry Music Fest.
VII.
Approval by Chief of Police: Prior to the issuance of any Temporary Outdoor
Sales Permit, a crowd control, road closure and traffic control plan proving for the
orderly movement of motor vehicle and pedestrian traffic during the BluesBerry
Music Fest must be approved by the Chief of Police for crowd control, traffic
control measures and security measures. Norcross Code of Ordinances, Chapter
4, Section 4-53 (e) (1).
VIII.
Norcross Code of Ordinances, Chapter 4, Section 4-6 (f).
IX.
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X.
Cancellation of Event. In the event that the BluesBerry Music Fest is cancelled,
all Temporary Outdoor Sales Permits and these Exceptions shall also be revoked.
XI.
ADOPTED this ___________day of __________, 2016.
____________________________________
ATTEST:
____________________________________
OF ALCOHOL IN TO-GO CUPS SALES BY LICENSED LOCAL
ESTABLISHMENTS IN DOWNTON HISTORIC NORCROSS
AND TO PERMIT OPEN CONTAINERS
DURING THE ANNUAL NORCROSS ART SPLASH 2016
WHEREAS, the citizens of the City of Norcross and the surrounding communities
attended the Annual Norcross Art Splash in 2015 held in Thrasher Park and the Historic
Downtown Norcross District; and
WHEREAS, Splash Festivals, Inc. has scheduled the Annual Norcross Art Splash (the
“2016 Art Splash”) for October 1, 2016 and 2, 2016 in Thrasher Park and the Historic
Downtown Norcross District; and
that the public interest will be served by granting an exception for the 2016 Art Splash permitting
the public consumption of alcoholic beverages for the 2016 Art Splash in Thrasher Park and the
Historic Downtown Norcross District and between the hours of 10:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. on
Saturday, October 1, 2016 and 12:30 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, October 2, 2016 (the
“designated hours”), subject to the requirements of the Norcross Code of Ordinances, Chapter 4,
Section 4-5; and
that one or more public streets of Downtown Historic Norcross will be closed during the 2016
Art Splash and that it is in the public interest to permit any establishment located in the Historic
Downtown Norcross District that is licensed to dispense alcoholic beverages by the drink for
consumption on the premises to dispense an alcoholic beverage in a paper or plastic cup, or other
container other than a can, bottle, or glass, for removal from the premises during the designated
hours during the 2016 Art Splash pursuant to Norcross Code of Ordinances, Chapter 4, Section
4-5.
I.
Exception Granted for Sale of Alcoholic Beverages For Removal from the Premises:
An exception for the Annual Norcross Art Splash (the “2016 Art Splash”) for October 1,
2016 and 2, 2016, a city sponsored event, is hereby granted to permit any establishment
located in the Historic Downtown Norcross District that is licensed to dispense alcoholic
beverage in a paper or plastic cup, or other container other than a can, bottle, or glass, for
removal from the premises during the 2016 Art Splash in the Historic Downtown
Norcross District and between the hours of 10:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. on Saturday,
October 1, 2016 and 12:30 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, October 2, 2016 (the
Chapter 4, Section 4-5.
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II.
Exception Granted for Personal Consumption of Alcoholic Beverages by the Public:
An exception for the 2016 Art Splash, a city sponsored event, is hereby granted to permit
open consumption and possession of alcoholic beverages in paper or plastic cups only in
Thrasher Park and the Historic Downtown Norcross District and the streets and sidewalks
and other public places within or immediately adjacent to the Historic Downtown
Norcross District (as may be more specifically described in the crowd control, road
closure and traffic control plan approved by the Chief of Police) during the designated
hours, subject to the requirements of the Norcross Code of Ordinances, Chapter 4,
Section 4-5.
III.
Area Covered by Exceptions: The Exceptions shall apply only in Thrasher Park and the
Historic Downtown Norcross District and the streets and sidewalks and other public
places within or immediately adjacent to the Historic Downtown Norcross District, as
may be more specifically described in the crowd control, road closure and traffic control
plan approved by the Chief of Police (hereinafter the “designated areas”).
IV.
Open Consumption, Open Container and Possession of Alcoholic Beverages on City
Property are permitted during the Event. The provisions of Norcross Code of
Ordinances, Chapter 4, Sections 4-1, 4-3 and 4-4 shall not apply during the designated
hours or in the designated areas for the 2016 Art Splash.
V.
Restrictions on Open Consumption, Open Container and Possession of Alcoholic
Beverages during the Event. The provisions of Chapter 4, Sections 4-5 (b) (1) through
(3) shall control the sale of alcoholic beverages for removal from the premises by any
establishment licensed to dispense alcoholic beverages by the drink, and the personal
consumption of alcoholic beverages by members of the public during the designated
hours and in the designated areas for the 2016 Art Splash, namely:
1.
One drink limit. Any establishment licensed to dispense alcoholic beverages by the
drink is authorized to dispense an alcoholic beverage in a paper or plastic cup, or
other container other than a can, bottle, or glass; provided, however, that any
establishment licensed to dispense alcoholic beverages by the drink shall not
dispense to any person more than one such alcoholic beverage at a time, and no
person shall remove at one time more than one such alcoholic beverage from the
premises of any establishment licensed to dispense alcoholic beverages by the
drink.
2.
Size limited to 16 fluid ounces. No container in which an alcoholic beverage is
dispensed and removed from any establishment licensed to dispense alcoholic
beverages by the drink shall exceed 16 fluid ounces in size. No person shall hold in
his possession on the streets and sidewalks, or in other public places within or
immediately adjacent to The Historic Downtown Norcross District, or in the
designated areas for the 2016 Art Splash any open alcoholic beverage container
which exceeds 16 fluid ounces in size; and
3.
Drinking from can, bottle, or glass prohibited. It shall be unlawful for any person
to drink or attempt to drink any alcoholic beverage from a can, bottle, or glass or to
possess in an open can, bottle, or glass any alcoholic beverage on the streets and
sidewalks, rights of way, and parking lots, whether public or private including, but
not limited to the designated area for the 2016 Art Splash.
VI.
Approval by Chief of Police: Prior to the 2016 Art Splash, a crowd control, road closure
and traffic control plan proving for the orderly movement of motor vehicle and pedestrian
traffic during the 2016 Art Splash must be approved by the Chief of Police for crowd
control, traffic control measures and security measures. Norcross Code of Ordinances,
Chapter 4, Section 4-53 (e) (1).
VII.
Revocation of Exception for Sale of Alcoholic Beverages For Removal from the
Premises. The City Manager or his designee shall immediately revoke the Exception for
the sale of Alcoholic Beverages for Removal from the Premises, without notice, if he or
the Chief of Police determines that continued alcohol sales may endanger the health,
welfare or safety of the public. Upon such revocation, all establishments licensed to
dispense alcoholic beverages by the drink shall immediately cease the sale of alcoholic
beverages for removal from the premises. Norcross Code of Ordinances, Chapter 4,
Section 4-53 (c).
VIII.
Cancellation of Event. In the event that the 2016 Art Splash is cancelled, these
Exceptions shall also be revoked.
IX.
Compliance with Laws. All establishments licensed to dispense alcoholic beverages by
the drink shall at all times comply with all federal, state and local laws and regulations.
______________________________
ATTEST:
______________________________
RESOLUTION TO ISSUE A SPECIAL ALCOHOL PERMIT,
TO PERMIT THE SALE AND CONSUMPTION OF ALCOHOL IN
TO-GO CUPS, TO PERMIT SIDEWALK SALES BY LICENSED
LOCAL ESTABLISHMENTS IN DOWNTON HISTORIC
NORCROSS, AND TO PERMIT OPEN CONTAINERS DURING THE
JULY 3, 2016 SUMMER CONCERT
WHEREAS, the Parks and Recreation Division of the City of Norcross
Department of Public Works, Utilities and Parks has scheduled the July 3, 2016 Summer
Concert to be held at Lillian Webb Park; and
determined that the July 3, 2016 Summer Concert is a special event associated with and
benefits the cause of a charitable or civic organization for which a temporary license to
sell alcohol may be issued, subject to the requirements of Norcross Code of Ordinances,
Chapter 4, Section 4-53; and
WHEREAS, Chastain Concessions, LLC (D/B/A “Premier Events”) has
requested that the City of Norcross, Georgia (hereinafter, the “City”) issue a special
alcohol permit to allow the sale of alcoholic beverages between the hours of 4:00 p.m.
and 10:00 p.m. on July 3, 2016 at two locations in Lillian Webb Park; and
WHEREAS, the Downtown Development Authority of the City of Norcross (the
“DDACN”) has requested that the City issue a resolution excepting the July 3, 2016
Summer Concert to authorize any establishment in the Historic Downtown District that is
dispense an alcoholic beverage in a paper or plastic cup subject to the requirements of
Norcross Code of Ordinances Chapter 4, Section 4-5; and
determined that the public interest will be served by issuing a Special Alcohol Permit for
the July 3, 2016 Summer Concert permitting the sale of malt alcoholic beverages at two
locations in Lillian Webb Park by Chastain Concessions, LLC (D/B/A “Premier Events”)
between the hours of 4:00 p.m. and 10:00 p.m. (hereinafter, the “designated hours”) on
July 3, 2016 pursuant to Norcross Code of Ordinances, Chapter 4, Section 4-53; and
WHEREAS, the City has determined that one or more public streets of
Downtown Historic Norcross will be closed for the duration of the July 3, 2016 Summer
Concert and that it is in the public interest to permit any establishment located in the
Historic Downtown Norcross District that is licensed to dispense alcoholic beverages by
the drink for consumption on the premises to dispense an alcoholic beverage in a paper or
plastic cup, or other container other than a can, bottle, or glass, for removal from the
premises during the designated hours for the July 3, 2016 Summer Concert pursuant to
Norcross Code of Ordinances, Chapter 4, Section 4-5; and
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WHEREAS, the City has determined that the public interest will be served by
permitting any establishment located in the Historic Downtown Norcross District that is
apply for a Temporary Outdoor Sales Permit to set up a temporary booth, stand, kiosk or
tent for the sale of alcoholic beverages (a "temporary bar") immediately adjacent to said
establishment during the designated hours for the July 3, 2016 Summer Concert pursuant
to Norcross Code of Ordinances Chapter 4, Section 4-6; and
WHEREAS, the City has determined that the public interest will be served by
granting an exception for the July 3, 2016 Summer Concert permitting the open
consumption and possession of alcoholic beverages by the public in the Historic
Downtown Norcross District during the designated hours for the July 3, 2016 Summer
Concert, subject to the requirements of the Norcross Code of Ordinances, Chapter 4,
Section 4-5.
I.
Special Alcohol Permit for Licensed Vendor to Sell Malt Beverages: Chastain
Concessions, LLC (D/B/A “Premier Events”), a state and county licensed beer
vendor, whose principal business address is P.O. Box 52997, Atlanta, Georgia
30355 (hereinafter, the “Vendor”) upon satisfying the following conditions, shall
be issued a Special Alcohol Permit and a temporary license to allow the sale of
malt alcohol beverages by said Vendor between the hours of 4:00 p.m. and 10:00
p.m. on July 3, 2016 at two locations in Lillian Webb Park pursuant to Norcross
Code of Ordinances, Chapter 4, Section 4-53, and the following conditions, as
follows:
(1)
Prior to the issuance of said Special Alcohol Permit, the Vendor must
complete all applications and pay the required fees required by the City;
(2)
Prior to the issuance of said Special Alcohol Permit, said Vendor shall
provide the City with a certificate of insurance in an amount not less than
$1,000,000.00 and shall name the City, its elected officials and employees
as additional insureds under the terms of the policy.
(3)
The Vendor shall be required to comply with all the general ordinances
and licensing regulations for a “consumption on the premises”
establishment with the exception of the full-service kitchen requirement.
Norcross Code of Ordinances, Chapter 4, Section 4-53 (a).
(4)
Any employee of the Vendor working with the July 3, 2016 Summer
Concert in any position dispensing, selling, serving, taking orders or
pouring alcoholic beverages shall not be required to obtain a pouring
permit for the July 3, 2016 Summer Concert. Norcross Code of
Ordinances, Chapter 4, Section 4-53 (b).
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july 3 2016 resolution special alcohol permit sales and consumption (revised by JEU) (3)
(5)
Prior to the issuance of said Special Alcohol Permit, said Vendor shall
provide the City with satisfactory proof that each of them agrees to
indemnify and hold the City, its elected officials and employees harmless
from any and all claims, demands or other causes of action arising from
any of the activities associated with the July 3, 2016 Summer Concert.
Norcross Code of Ordinances, Chapter 4, Section 4-53 (d).
(6)
Prior to the issuance of said Special Alcohol Permit, the two locations
within Lillian Webb Park where it will set up its alcohol vending
operations locations must be approved by the City Manager or his
designee and each location must be properly zoned and approved by the
Community Development Director. Norcross Code of Ordinances,
Chapter 4, Section 4-53 (e) (2).
II.
Exception Granted for Sale of Alcoholic Beverages For Removal from the
Premises: An exception for the July 3, 2016 Summer Concert, a city sponsored
event, is hereby granted to permit any establishment located in the Historic
Downtown Norcross District that is licensed to dispense alcoholic beverages by
the drink for consumption on the premises to dispense an alcoholic beverage in a
paper or plastic cup, or other container other than a can, bottle, or glass, for
removal from the premises between the hours of 4:00 p.m. and 10:00 p.m. on July
3, 2016 (hereinafter, the “designated hours”) pursuant to Norcross Code of
Ordinances, Chapter 4, Section 4-5;
III.
Temporary Outdoor Sales Permits for Sidewalk Sales of Alcoholic Beverages
during the July 3, 2016 Summer Concert. Any establishment located in the
Historic Downtown Norcross District that is licensed to dispense alcoholic
beverage may apply for a Temporary Outdoor Sales Permit to set up a temporary
booth, stand, kiosk or tent for the sale of alcoholic beverages (a "temporary bar")
immediately adjacent to said establishment during the July 3, 2016 Summer
Concert during the designated hours pursuant to Norcross Code of Ordinances,
Chapter 4, Section 4-6 and the following conditions, as follows:
(1)
Said temporary bar must be located on the sidewalk immediately adjacent
to or in front of said establishment; or
(2)
Said temporary bar must be located on a public or private parking lot
immediately adjacent to said establishment; provided however;
(3)
No temporary bar may be permitted on any public street or in any
designated parking area on any public street;
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(4)
The location, size and configuration of said temporary bar must be
approved by the City Manager or his designee and must be properly zoned
and approved by the Community Development Director.
(5)
The establishment applying for the temporary outdoor sales permit shall
pay the fees as adopted by city council in the schedule of fees and kept on
file in the City Clerk's office.
(6)
Any establishment that is granted a temporary outdoor sales permit shall
be required to comply with all general ordinances and the licensing and
regulations for a consumption on the premises establishment.
(7)
(8)
permittee shall indemnify and hold the city harmless from claims, demand
or cause of action which may arise from activities associated with the
event and/or the operation of the temporary bar.
(9)
The City Manager or his designee may immediately revoke any or all
temporary outdoor sales permits issued for an event if it is determined that
continued alcohol sales may endanger the health, welfare or safety of the
public.
(10)
Nothing contained herein shall be construed to create a vested right for
any establishment to be issued a temporary outdoor permit.
(11)
Prior to the issuance of each Temporary Outdoor Sales Permit for the July
3, 2016 Summer Concert, the location and configuration of each such
temporary bar must be approved by the Chief of Police for crowd control,
traffic control measures and security measures.
IV.
Public: An exception for the July 3, 2016 Summer Concert, a city sponsored
event, is hereby granted to permit open consumption and possession of alcoholic
beverages in paper or plastic cups only in Lillian Webb Park, the Historic
Downtown Norcross District and the streets and sidewalks and other public places
within or immediately adjacent to the Historic Downtown Norcross District (as
may be more specifically described in the crowd control, road closure and traffic
control plan approved by the Chief of Police) during the designated hours, subject
to the requirements of the Norcross Code of Ordinances, Chapter 4, Section 4-5.
V.
Area Covered by Special Alcohol Permit and Exceptions: The Special
Alcohol Permit and the Exceptions shall apply only to the area of Lillian Webb
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Park, the Historic Downtown Norcross District and the streets and sidewalks and
other public places within or immediately adjacent to the Historic Downtown
Norcross District, as may be more specifically described in the crowd control,
road closure and traffic control plan approved by the Chief of Police (hereinafter
the “designated areas”).
VI.
Open Consumption, Open Container and Possession of Alcoholic Beverages
on City Property are permitted during the Event. The provisions of Norcross
Code of Ordinances, Chapter 4, Sections 4-1, 4-3 and 4-4 shall not apply during
the designated hours or in the designated areas for the July 3, 2016 Summer
Concert.
VII.
Alcoholic Beverages during the Event. The provisions of Chapter 4, Sections 45 (b) (1) through (3) shall control the distribution and sale of malt alcohol
beverages by the Vendor and the sale of alcoholic beverages for removal from the
premises by any establishment licensed to dispense alcoholic beverages by the
drink, and the personal consumption of alcoholic beverages by members of the
public during the designated hours and in the designated areas for the July 3, 2016
Summer Concert, namely:
1. One drink limit. The Vendor and any establishment licensed to
dispense alcoholic beverages by the drink is authorized to dispense an
alcoholic beverage in a paper or plastic cup, or other container other
than a can, bottle, or glass; provided, however, that neither the Vendor
nor any establishment licensed to dispense alcoholic beverages by the
drink shall dispense to any person more than one such alcoholic
beverage at a time, and no person shall remove at one time more than
one such alcoholic beverage from the Vendor or from the premises of
any establishment licensed to dispense alcoholic beverages by the
drink.
2. Size limited to 16 fluid ounces. No container in which an alcoholic
beverage is dispensed and removed from the Vendor or from any
establishment licensed to dispense alcoholic beverages by the drink
shall exceed 16 fluid ounces in size. No person shall hold in his
possession on the streets and sidewalks, or in other public places
within or immediately adjacent to The Historic Downtown Norcross
District or Lillian Webb Park any open alcoholic beverage container
which exceeds 16 fluid ounces in size; and
3. Drinking from can, bottle, or glass prohibited. It shall be unlawful for
any person to drink or attempt to drink any alcoholic beverage from a
can, bottle, or glass or to possess in an open can, bottle, or glass any
alcoholic beverage on the streets and sidewalks, rights of way, and
parking lots, whether public or private including, but not limited to the
designated area for the July 3, 2016 Summer Concert.
VII.
Approval by Chief of Police: Prior to the issuance of said Special Alcohol
Permit or any Temporary Outdoor Sales Permit, a crowd control, road closure and
traffic control plan proving for the orderly movement of motor vehicle and
pedestrian traffic during the July 3, 2016 Summer Concert must be approved by
the Chief of Police for crowd control, traffic control measures and security
measures. Norcross Code of Ordinances, Chapter 4, Section 4-6 (f).
VIII.
Revocation of Special Alcohol Permit. The City Manager or his designee shall
immediately revoke the Special Alcohol Permit for the July 3, 2016 Summer
Concert, without notice, if he or the Chief of Police determines that continued
alcohol sales may endanger the health, welfare or safety of the public. Upon such
revocation, the Vendor shall immediately cease the sale of alcoholic beverages,
and the Vendor shall take such steps as are deemed reasonable and prudent by the
City Manager to secure and/or remove all alcoholic beverages from the July 3,
2016 Summer Concert premises. Norcross Code of Ordinances, Chapter 4,
Section 4-53 (c).
IX.
Norcross Code of Ordinances, Chapter 4, Section 4-53 (c).
X.
XI.
Cancellation of Event. In the event that the July 3, 2016 Summer Concert is
cancelled, this Special Alcohol Permit and these Exceptions shall also be revoked.
XII.
Compliance with Laws. The Vendor and all establishments licensed to dispense
alcoholic beverages by the drink shall at all times comply with all federal, state
and local laws and regulations.
______________________________
ATTEST:
______________________________
City of Norcross
Norcross, GA 30071
File #:
15-4260
Version: 1
Type:
Agenda Item
Status:
Agenda Ready
File created:
12/14/2015
In control:
Mayor and Council
On agenda:
1/4/2016
Final action:
Title:
Results of Application for CDBG Funds for Fiscal Year 2016, and next steps
Sponsors:
Indexes:
Code sections:
Attachments:
1. Memo - CDBG Application
Date
Ver.
Action By
12/21/2015
1
Policy Work Session
Action
Result
Title
Results of Application for CDBG Funds for Fiscal Year 2016, and next steps
Drafter
Jeff Mueller
Motion
A motion to Approve Supplemental Funding for the following projects in the
amount of $128,846.00 funded by____________:
1.Goodwick Way, north side from Newbury Road to Huddersfield Way, 450 linear
feet, estimated
cost, including design and construction: $33,000.
2. Newbury Road, west side from the Newbury Road cul-de-sac to Goodwick
Way, 2,600 linear
feet, estimated cost, including design and construction: $191,000.
3. West Peachtree Street, north side from Langford Drive to Hunter Street, 560
linear feet,
estimated cost, including design and construction: $42,000.
4. Garner Street, south side from Mitchell Road to the end, 480 linear feet,
estimated cost,
including design and construction: $34,000.
OR
City of Norcross
Page 1 of 2
File #: 15-4260, Version: 1
A motion to Approve Supplemental Funding for the following projects in the
amount of $52,846.00 funded by ______________:
1.Goodwick Way, north side from Newbury Road to Huddersfield Way, 450 linear
feet, estimated
cost, including design and construction: $33,000.
2. Newbury Road, west side from the Newbury Road cul-de-sac to Goodwick
Way, 2,600 linear
feet, estimated cost, including design and construction: $191,000.
City of Norcross
Page 2 of 2
CITY OF NORCROSS
Community Development Department TO: Mayor and City Council FM: Jeff Mueller, City Engineer DATE: December 22, 2015 RE: Agenda Item ~ Results of Application for CDBG Funds for Fiscal Year 2016, and next steps. Mayor and City Council, The Gwinnett County Community Development Department has awarded the city of Norcross $171, 154.00 for fiscal year 2016 projects. This award can be used for the following projects: 1. Goodwick Way, north side from Newbury Road to Huddersfield Way, 450 linear feet, estimated cost, including design and construction: $33,000. 2. Newbury Road, west side from the Newbury Road cul‐de‐sac to Goodwick Way, 2,600 linear feet, estimated cost, including design and construction: $191,000. 3. West Peachtree Street, north side from Langford Drive to Hunter Street, 560 linear feet, estimated cost, including design and construction: $42,000. 4. Garner Street, south side from Mitchell Road to the end, 480 linear feet, estimated cost, including design and construction: $34,000. The requested amount in the application was $300,000. This amount was intended to cover both design and construction for the four locations. This memo is sent to request local funding to meet the short fall, or receive direction on cutting the scope of the four projects to meet either the grant award only or a combination of the grant award and a smaller local funding amount. At the Policy Work Session on December 21, 2015, staff was directed to present two options for consideration for additional funding: 1. Fund all four projects at a cost of $128,846; 2. Fund only Goodwick Way and Newbury Road at a cost of $52,846. Please do not hesitate to let me know if you have any questions. City of Norcross
Norcross, GA 30071
File #:
15-4243
Version: 2
Type:
Agenda Item
Status:
Tabled in Council
File created:
11/9/2015
In control:
Mayor and Council
On agenda:
1/4/2016
Final action:
Title:
Sponsors:
Indexes:
Code sections:
Attachments:
1. HBR Railroad Crossing Intersection Study, 2. appendix c, 3. Gwinnett Co. Response re Holcomb
Bridge Rd .
Date
Ver. Action By
12/21/2015
1
Policy Work Session
12/7/2015
1
Mayor and Council
11/16/2015
1
Policy Work Session
Action
Result
Referred to the
Title
Drafter
Chief Summers
City of Norcross
Page 1 of 1
Holcomb Bridge Road Railroad
Crossing Intersection Improvement
Traffic Study
Existing Conditions, Findings, Alternatives and
Recommendations
January 8, 2014
Prepared For:
City of Norcross, Georgia
Prepared By:
Moreland Altobelli Associates, Inc.
Contact Information
Karla Poshedly
Moreland Altobelli Associates, Inc.
2211 Beaver Ruin Road, Suite 190
Norcross, Georgia 30071
770-263-5945
Holcomb Bridge Road Railroad Crossing Intersection Improvement – Traffic Study
Table of Contents
1.0
Introduction ............................................................................ 1
1.1
1.2
Purpose of this report ............................................................................... 1
Overview of the report............................................................................. 1
2.0
Existing Conditions ................................................................. 3
2.1
2.2
2.3
2.4
2.5
Background Information ......................................................................... 3
Traffic Counts ............................................................................................ 3
Pedestrian Traffic ...................................................................................... 3
Crash Data ................................................................................................ 3
Identification of Traffic Problems and Objectives ................................. 7
3.0
Public Involvement ................................................................ 7
4.0
Description of Alternatives .................................................... 8
4.1
4.2
Alternatives Considered .......................................................................... 8
Traffic Control Alternatives ...................................................................... 9
5.0
Summary of Public Survey................................................... 13
6.0
Conclusions .......................................................................... 14
Appendix A - Traffic Counts, Truck Percentages and Collision Diagram
at Holcomb Bridge Rd at Thrasher St..................................................... A
Appendix B – Summary of Public Meetings .......................................... B
Appendix C – Cost Estimates ................................................................. C
1.0
Introduction
1.1
Purpose of this report
The purpose of this report is to document the findings of a traffic engineering study of the
Holcomb Bridge Road railroad crossing. The study identifies the traffic and safety problems
of the at-grade railroad crossing and provides options for its relocation and/or reconstruction.
See Figure 1: Project Location Map.
1.2 Overview of the report
This report is separated into five primary chapters: Existing Conditions, Public Involvement,
Description of Traffic Control Alternatives, Results of the Public Survey and Conclusions.
The Existing Conditions chapter (2) presents information on traffic counts, pedestrian traffic
and crash statistics. The existing conditions section presents traffic and pedestrian patterns in
the Central Business District (CBD). Crash statistics were obtained from Georgia Department
of Transportation and are discussed in detailed. The last section of the Existing Conditions
chapter identifies the traffic problems relating to the reported information contained in the
previous sections.
Chapter 3 of the report describes the public involvement process used in determining the
most supported solution to the traffic problems identified.
Chapter 4 of the report describes the traffic control alternatives that were considered.
Chapter 5 provides the results of the public survey taken to determine how much public
support is there for different alternatives.
The last chapter (Chapter 6) of the report contains the conclusions and summarizes the key
traffic findings and the proposed preferred alternative.
1
Figure 1: Project Location Map
2
2.0
Existing Conditions
2.1 Background Information
This project evolved from two previous studies conducted by the Atlanta Regional
Commission (ARC). The ARC’s Livable Centers Initiative (LCI) study completed in August
2012 and the 2013 Norcross Town Center LCI Supplemental Study identified three possible
options to improving the railroad crossings in Norcross. ARC has also funded this
supplemental study with the main emphasis on the improvement of the Holcomb Bridge
Road railroad crossing.
2.2 Traffic Counts
Bi-directional daily traffic volumes and intersection turning movements were collected in
September 2013 in the CBD of Norcross. Truck classification counts were also collected to
determine the truck percentages in the CBD area. Currently, trucks are prohibited in the City
and in particular, prohibited from the use of the Holcomb Bridge Road railroad crossing.
The truck percentage on Holcomb Bridge Road was measured as being 4% with 3% singleunit trucks and 1% heavy trucks. The percent trucks on roadways in the study area are
contained in Appendix A.
Figure 2 displays the daily two-way traffic volumes in the CBD. Figure 3 displays the AM
and PM peak hour traffic patterns that were identified from the intersection turning
movements. All of the traffic counts are contained in Appendix A.
2.3 Pedestrian Traffic
The pedestrian traffic was counted at all of the CBD intersections. Figure 4 displays the
major pedestrian travel patterns that were identified from the pedestrian counts taken.
2.4 Crash Data
The most recent available crash data was obtained from the GDOT for the intersection of
Holcomb Bridge Road at Thrasher Street. The intersection of Holcomb Bridge Road at
Thrasher Street had four crashes in 2012. These four crashes are shown in a collision
diagram in Appendix A. Three of the angle collisions were between a northbound vehicle on
Thrasher Street and an eastbound vehicle on Holcomb Bridge Road. The fourth collision
was a sideswipe of a parked vehicle on southbound Thrasher Street.
One factor that could be contributing to the angle collisions at the intersection of Holcomb
Bridge Road at Thrasher Street is the restricted sight distance for vehicles looking left on
northbound Thrasher Street created by the elevated railroad crossing. Northbound vehicles
on Thrasher Street that are focused on the limited visual gaps in traffic traveling over the
railroad track, fail to yield to the vehicles on Holcomb Bridge Road eastbound.
Another factor that could contribute to the angle collisions is the traffic control. Three-way
stop controlled intersections can create confusion relating to which vehicle has the right-ofway.
3
Figure 2: Daily Traffic Volumes
4
Figure 3: AM and PM Peak Hour Traffic Patterns
5
Figure 4: Major Pedestrian Travel Patterns
6
There were no vehicular-train crashes in 2012; however on November 26, 2013, a large truck
was hung on the railroad track at the Holcomb Bridge Road crossing. Notification to
Norfolk-Southern was made but it was not in time to stop a train from colliding with the
truck. A train derailment occurred and the crash resulted in a considerable amount of
property damage to the train, vehicles and surrounding property. The City of Norcross police
have reported several incidents where heavy trucks that are prohibited from using the
crossing, attempt to cross and are hung on the track because of the vertical grade.
2.5 Identification of Traffic Problems and Objectives
Observations, discussions with stakeholders and the City resulted in the identification of
traffic and safety problems.
1. The steep grade at the railroad crossing causes trucks to become hung up on the
railroad tracks potentially resulting in train-truck crashes.
2. The railroad crossing grade creates a restricted sight distance for vehicles on
Thrasher Street, which is a contributing factor to angle collisions on Holcomb Bridge
Road.
3. The railroad crossing grade creates a restricted sight distance for pedestrians trying to
cross Holcomb Bridge Road.
4. The railroad crossing surface makes it difficult for pedestrians with strollers or
wheelchairs to cross the track.
5. There are no pedestrian sidewalks along Holcomb Bridge Road connecting Thrasher
Street to South Peachtree Street.
6. Traffic flow is slowed by the vertical grade and surface of the railroad crossing track.
7. The scenic view of the CBD is obstructed from eastbound approaching traffic on
Holcomb Bridge Road by the steep grade of the railroad crossing.
3.0
Public Involvement
The Holcomb Bridge Road railroad crossing is an integral part of the CBD of Norcross.
Changes to this crossing can impact businesses and residences of Norcross. Therefore, public
involvement is an important part of this study.
An outline of the public involvement process was established during the kick-off meeting
held on August 29, 2013 at the City of Norcross (see minutes of the meeting in Appendix B).
A stakeholders group of nine civic and business leaders was established from the list below.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
Norfolk-Southern Representative
Downtown Development Authority
Merchants of Downtown
Councilman representative
City of Norcross
Homebuilders Representative
Norcross Police
RockTenn
Bike & Pedestrian Interest
7
The first of two stakeholder meetings was held on September 26, 2013 (see minutes of
meeting in Appendix B). The stakeholders discussed the objectives of the study, as shown
below:
Pedestrian safety
Holcomb Bridge Road as gateway to downtown
Improve traffic flow
Solution should not be a bypass to downtown; it is not good for the economy of CBD
Solution cannot incorporate a 4-way stop to keep the railroad crossing clear of vehicles at all
times.
Reduce traffic congestion
Bike and pedestrian accommodations
The stakeholders were presented with the three LCI options and three other alternatives that
varied from relocation of the railroad crossing to reconstruction of the existing crossing. The
stakeholders decided that only two alternatives would be viable alternatives: the no-build
alternative and the “build” alternative that would include the raising of the road elevation on
Holcomb Bridge Road west of the railroad crossing and both approaches of Thrasher Street.
The stakeholders decided that different types of traffic control could be proposed to the
public that would each include the build alternative to determine if the public would support
a change in traffic operations at the intersection of Holcomb Bridge Road at Thrasher Street.
These alternatives are described in detail in the next chapter.
A public meeting was held on October 29, 2013 (see minutes of the meeting in Appendix B).
A public survey of the alternatives was administered at the public meeting and placed on the
Norcross website until November 12, 2014. The survey was used to gauge support for the
build or no-build alternatives and to determine if there is public support for a change in
traffic control. The results of the survey are summarized in Chapter 5.
A second stakeholders meeting was held on November 20, 2013 (see minutes of the meeting
in Appendix B). The results of the public survey and additional information concerning the
property impacts of the build alternative were presented at the meeting. Project cost
estimates of the preferred alternative were also provided.
4.0
Description of Alternatives
4.1 Alternatives Considered
One build alternative was considered to address the identified traffic problems at the
Holcomb Bridge Road railroad crossing. This alternative would raise the elevation of
Holcomb Bridge Road and Thrasher Street to match the elevation of the railroad crossing.
The alternative would also include construction of a sidewalk along Holcomb Bridge Road
from Thrasher Street to South Peachtree Street. This build alternative was compared to the
no-build alternative. Six traffic control alternatives were considered with the build alternative
as graphically shown in the following section.
8
4.2
Traffic Control Alternatives
Alternatives to Traffic Control Changes at Holcomb Bridge Road and Thrasher Street with
the Build Alternative.
1. No changes – Existing 3-way Stop Control
2. Place 4-foot median on Holcomb Bridge Road and convert Thrasher Street on both
sides of Holcomb Bridge Road to right-out and right-in only.
9
3. Prohibit left-turns from Holcomb Bridge Road westbound onto Thrasher Street
through posting of no left-turn signs.
4. Make intersection a two-way stop condition. Remove eastbound Holcomb Bridge
Road Stop Sign.
10
5. Signalize intersection of Holcomb Bridge Road at Thrasher Street. Set timing for 4way stop dwell. The signal would operate similar to a 4-way stop but would improve
traffic flow and would be preempted by passing trains so that no vehicles would get
trapped on the railroad tracks.
11
Alternatives to Traffic Control Changes at Holcomb Bridge Road at South Peachtree Street
with Build Alternative
6. Signalize intersection of Holcomb Bridge Road at South Peachtree Street. Set timing
for 4-way stop dwell. The signal would operate similar to a 4-way stop but would
improve traffic flow and would be preempted by passing trains so that no vehicles
would get trapped on the railroad tracks.
12
5.0
Summary of Public Survey
The public survey results indicated that 59% of the public is supportive of the build
alternative to raise the grade of Holcomb Bridge Road and Thrasher Street. Figure 5 below
charts the results of the survey. (See Appendix B for the complete results.)
Figure 5: Are you in support of the Build Alternative?
59%
17%
17%
7%
Yes
No
Conditional
Uncommitted
The survey allowed respondents to explain their level of support. Seventeen percent (17%)
responded “No” with explanations that the project would adversely affect the residential
property owners at the intersection, the project would be too drastic a change and that
oversize vehicles would be able to use the crossing. The conditional respondents (17%) were
also concerned with property owner impacts, oversize trucks using the crossing and would
support it if it would not harm the charm of the area from an aesthetic point of view.
Uncommitted respondents were not sure of the impact to the area and property owners.
With regard to the traffic control alternatives, the only alternative that was supported by over
half of the survey respondents (52%) was Alternative 1 that would maintain the existing 3way stop control. Some respondents commented that if the existing 3-way stop control
delays traffic too much after the improvement is made, then the City should consider a traffic
signal Holcomb Bridge Road at Thrasher Street and/or South Peachtree Street (Alternatives 5
and 6).
13
6.0
Conclusions
Based upon the public support, the preferred alternative is to raise the elevation of Holcomb
Bridge Road and Thrasher Street to match the railroad crossing and provide sidewalks along
Holcomb Bridge Road from Thrasher Street to South Peachtree Street.
Because of the public concern for the property impacts of the project, the proposed concept
was adjusted away from the home at the southwest corner of the intersection so as to reduce
the impacts and eliminate the originally proposed retaining wall in front of the home (see
Figure 6).
It should be noted that the concept for the preferred alternative was drawn using GIS data
from Gwinnett County. Only actual survey can identify conclusively the impacts of the
project on the property owners. Also, features such as trees located on the property
landscape would have to be survey-located and evaluated by an arborist to determine the
future viability of a tree and solutions to protect the survival of a tree during and after
construction.
Cost estimates of the preferred alternative were determined to be approximately $500,000.
See Appendix C for a detailed cost estimate. The estimate includes right-of-way, utility
relocation and construction costs of the project. The cost estimate does not include
replacement of the railroad gates and bells. If the railroad equipment needs to be replaced it
could cost an additional $350,000.
Additionally, because railroad coordination is an expensive and time-consuming process, it is
recommended that the City submit all sidewalk and railroad surface improvements that are
needed at the other railroad crossing in the City. A cost estimate and description of these
additional improvements are contained in Appendix C. The recommended improvements at
other crossings are estimated to cost $38,000.
14
Figure 6: The Preferred Alternative
15
Before and after photos of the implementation of the project from the view perspective of the
home on the southwest corner are shown in Figures 7 and 8.
Figure 7: Before Photo
Figure 8: After Photo
16
Appendix C – Cost Estimates
C
SUMMARY OF PROJECT COSTS
Holcomb Bridge Road at Thrasher Street Improvement
City of Norcross, Georgia
NON-CONSTRUCTION COSTS
A.
RIGHT-OF-WAY INCLUDING EASEMENTS
B.
REIMBURSABLE UTILITIES
NON-CONSTRUCTION SUBTOTAL
CONSTRUCTION COSTS
C.
GRADING & DRAINAGE
D.
BASE AND PAVING
E.
CONCRETE ITEMS
F.
SIGNING AND STRIPING
H.
TRAFFIC CONTROL & MISC.
I.
EROSION CONTROL
CONSTRUCTION SUBTOTAL
$41,200
$5,000
$46,200
$91,210
$110,169
$139,295
$4,021
$46,193
$15,080
$405,967
ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION
$40,597
TOTAL CONSTRUCTION COSTS
$446,564
TOTAL PROJECT COSTS
$492,764
DETAIL COST ESTIMATE
Holcomb Bridge Road at Thrasher Street Improvement
CITY OF NORCROSS, GEORGIA
A.
RIGHT-OF-WAY INCL EASEMENTS
B.
REIMBURSABLE UTILITIES
C.
GRADING AND DRAINAGE
210-0100
550-1180
550-1240
550-4224
603-2180
603-7000
668-1100
GRADING COMPLETE - PROJECT 13508
STORM DRAIN PIPE, 18 IN, H 1-10
STORM DRAIN PIPE, 24 IN, H 1-10
FLARED END SECTION 24 IN, STORM DRAIN
STN DUMPED RIP RAP, TP 3, 12"
PLASTIC FILTER FABRIC
CATCH BASIN, GP 1
$41,200
$5,000
LS
LF
LF
EA
SY
SY
EA
1
200
480
1
15
15
9
$
$
$
$
$
$
$44,500.00
31.40
42.84
614.18
32.65
2.80
2,080.06
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
SUBTOTAL
D.
BASE & PAVING
318-3000
310-1101
402-3113
413-1000
AGGREGATE SURFACE COURSE
GR AGGR BASE CRS, INCL MATL
RECYCLED ASPH CONC 12.5 MM SUPERPAVE, GP 1 or 2,
INCL BITUM MATL & H LIME
RECYCLED ASPH CONC 25 MM SUPERPAVE, GP 1 OR 2,
INCL BITUM MATL & H LIME
RECYCLED ASPH CONC 19 MM SUPERPAVE, GP 1 OR
2,INCL BITUM MATL & H LIME
BITUM TACK COAT
E.
CONCRETE ITEMS
441-0016
441-0018
441-0104
441-0303
441-4020
441-4030
441-6216
500-3115
DRIVEWAY CONCRETE, 6 IN TK
DRIVEWAY CONCRETE, 8 IN TK
CONC SIDEWALK, 4 IN
CONC SPILLWAY, TP 3
CONC VALLEY GUTTER, 6 IN
CONC VALLEY GUTTER, 8 IN
CONC CURB & GUTTER, 8 IN X 24 IN, TP 2
CLASS A CONC, TP P2, RETAINIJNG WALL
402-3121
402-3190
$91,209.67
TN
TN
220
1800
$
$17.77 $
16.88 $
3,909.40
30,384.00
TN
220
$
75.45
$
16,599.00
TN
600
$
62.61
$
37,566.00
TN
GL
300
190
$
71.90 $
$
0.74 $
SUBTOTAL
21,570.00
140.60
$110,169.00
SY
SY
SY
EA
SY
SY
LF
LF
600
90
550
2
100
30
2150
150
$32.90
$41.15
$24.20
$1,538.30
34.00
41.40
12.15
$458.00
19,740.00
3,703.50
13,310.00
3,076.60
3,400.00
1,242.00
26,122.50
68,700.00
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
SUBTOTAL
F.
SIGNING AND STRIPING
636-1033
636-2080
653-1501
653-1502
653-1704
653-1801
HIGHWAY SIGNS, TP 1 MATL, REFL SHEETING, TP 9
GALV STEEL POSTS, TP 8
THERMOPLASTIC SOLID TRAF STRIPE, 5 IN, WHITE
THERMOPLASTIC SOLID TRAF STRIPE, 5 IN, YELLOW
SF
LF
LF
LF
LF
LF
20
60
2100
2000
40
260
$
$
$
$
$
$
18.32
8.72
0.57
0.61
5.12
1.96
$139,294.60
$
$
$
$
$
$
SUBTOTAL
G.
TRAFFIC CONTROL & MISCELLANEOUS
150-1000
634-1200
TRAFFIC CONTROL
RIGHT-OF-WAY MARKERS
RAILROAD CROSSING- SIDEWALK
XXX-XXXX
44,500.00
6,280.00
20,563.20
614.18
489.75
42.00
18,720.54
LS
EA
LS
1
2
1
366.40
523.20
1,197.00
1,220.00
204.80
509.60
$4,021.00
$ 38,000.00 $
$
96.64 $
$8,000.00 $
38,000.00
193.28
8,000.00
SUBTOTAL
$46,193.28
H.
EROSION CONTROL
163-0232
163-0240
163-0300
163-0520
163-0550
165-0010
165-0030
165-0101
165-0105
167-1000
167-1500
171-0010
171-0030
643-8200
700-6910
700-7000
700-8000
700-8100
TEMPORARY GRASSING
MULCH
CONSTRUCTION EXIT
CONSTR AND REMOVE TEMP PIPE SLOPE DRAIN
CONS & REM INLET SEDIMENT TRAP
MAINTENANCE OF TEMPORARY SILT FENCE, TP A
MAINTENANCE OF TEMPORARY SILT FENCE, TP C
MAINTENANCE OF CONSTRUCTION EXIT
MAINT OF INLET SEDIMENT TRAP
WATER QUALITY MONITORING AND SAMPLING
WATER QUALITY INSPECTIONS
TEMPORARY SILT FENCE, TYPE A
TEMPORARY SILT FENCE, TYPE C
BARRIER (ORANGE), 4 FT
PERMANENT GRASSING
AGRICULTURAL LIME
FERTILIZER MIXED GRADE
FERTILIZER NITROGEN CONTENT
AC
TN
EA
LF
EA
LF
LF
EA
EA
EA
MO
LF
LF
LF
AC
TN
TN
LB
1.0
6
2
100
9
850
200
2
9
1
4
1,700
400
200
1.0
3.0
1.00
50
$
36.11
$
207.48
$ 1,009.79
$
12.35
$
117.53
$
0.50
$
0.74
$
445.76
$
40.65
$
260.42
$
393.96
$
1.75
$
2.68
$
1.37
$
775.47
$
64.65
$
431.01
$
1.97
SUBTOTAL
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
36.11
1,244.88
2,019.58
1,235.00
1,057.77
425.00
148.00
891.52
365.85
260.42
1,575.84
2,975.00
1,072.00
274.00
775.47
193.95
431.01
98.50
$15,079.90
To:
Cc:
Karla Poshedly
L.N. Manchi
From: Dave Bearse
16 December 2013
Re: Norcross Grade Crossings
It was suggested to the City of Norcross that the City consider making relatively nominal
pedestrian or other improvements at other grade crossings in conjunction with Holcomb Bridge
Road crossing improvement. There is significant bureaucracy and associated administrative
expense for railroad coordination in obtaining railroad approval of the design and execution of
Railroad Force Account Estimates and Agreements (FAE, FAA) for even small projects. The
economy of scale in executing other small project concurrent with the Holcomb Bridge Road
project also applies to construction costs and well as railroad coordination cost.1
Below is a table of various generally small improvements (all but one being sidewalk
improvements) at grade crossings that the City may want to consider constructing concurrent
with Holcomb Bridge Road crossing construction. The estimated cost in the table are
planning-type costs prepared to assist in evaluating if the improvements should be pursued in
combination with the Holcomb Bridge Road project. A more detailed explanation of the
improvements and other comments follow the table.
Crossing
Improvement
Langford Road
717851F
Southside sidewalk
Northside sidewalk
Quiet Zone
3
Southside sidewalk
3
Southside sidewalk
3
Southside sidewalk
Jones St 717852M
Autry St 717855H
Rowan St 717857W
Total
Estimated Cost
$ 4,000
$ 12,000
2
$130,000
$ 7,000
$ 13,000
$ 14,000
$180,000
1
Recommended
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
$ 38,000
1 Planning type cost estimates assume the project is included with a significant Holcomb Bridge Road
improvement project that provides economy of scale.
2 Estimated cost of sidewalks on the north side of Jones, Autry and Rowan Sts is similar or more expensive.
3 See subsequent discussion. Cost may vary significantly.
1
Bureaucratic and administrative expenses alone can easily exceed basic design and construction cost. Mutliple
small projects may share the same FAE and railroad flagmen expense. Construction requires only nominally
more railroad-city contractor construction coordination. There is at most only nominal additional expense
associated with contractor insurance expense.
-1-
Norcross Crossings Improvements for Consideration Concurrent with Holcomb Bridge Road Improvement
(1) Langford Road 717851F
(a) There are gaps in the existing 4-foot wide sidewalk located along the south side of
Langford Rd at the crossing. The gap in the southeast quadrant of the crossing is
approximately 25 feet in length, and the gap in the southwest quadrant is approximately
50 feet in length.
Proposed Improvement: Construct approximately 75 LF of 5-foot wide concrete sidewalk
to connect the ends of sidewalks on either side of the crossing to the existing crossing
surface. (The existing asphalt and rubber crossing surface is sufficiently wide to allow the
new sidewalk to be configured such that the crossing surface is not required to be widened.)
Planning type cost estimate of additional design and construction expense: $4,000.
($1,500 design, $2,000 construction, $500 in NS FAA expense)
(b) Improvement for consideration: Install 5-foot wide concrete (210 LF) sidewalk on north
side of Langford Rd crossing in anticipation of a future sidewalk along the north side of
Langford Rd. Logical termini is that sidewalk connect private drive south of the crossing to
private drive north of the crossing.
Planning type cost estimate of additional design and construction expense (when added to
proposed sidewalk on south side of crossing): $12,000.
($2,000 design, $4,500 construction, $5,500 in NS FAA expense including 10-foot extension
of asphalt and rubber crossing surface)
(c) Improvement for consideration: Consider pursuit of a Quiet Zone (QZ) that would exempt
the crossing from FRA regulation that the locomotive horn be sounded in approach to the
crossing. A QZ is suggested for consideration at Langford Rd because the expense of
implementation at the Langford Rd crossing would be significantly less than QZ
implementation at other Norcross crossings. The expense would be less because the crossing
is already equipped with a QZ Supplemental Safety Measure (SSM), a raised median
adjacent to the crossing.2
Planning type cost estimate of additional design and construction expense: $130,000.
($3,000 consultant, $127,000 NS FAA expense to improve control equipment) 3
(2) Jones Street 717852M – The sidewalk along the south side of Jones St ends adjacent to the
east side of the crossing.
Proposed Improvement: Extend sidewalk on south side of Jones St from end on east side of
track to Thrasher St, and install Thrasher St cross walk.
Extend existing 8-foot wide asphalt sidewalk from its end on the east side of crossing to
9 feet west of track center line (including 10-foot extension of asphalt and rubber crossing
2
3
The other common SSM is four-quadrant gates. SSMs are generally required at at least one-half the crossings
within a QZ.
The existing type of control equipment is unknown to MA. There is a small chance the existing control equipment
may be the constant warning time (CWT) type equipment required by FRA regulation at crossings located within
QZs, in which case the estimate may be much less. Conversely UG cable requirements and other unknowns may
increase expense.
-2-
surface), then begin 5 foot wide concrete sidewalk angled southwest to a location 13 feet
from track center line with center line of sidewalk located 14 feet from the line of the edge of
Jones St pavement, then continue 5-foot wide concrete sidewalk parallel to Jones St to
Thrasher St. (Approximately 45 LF of 5 foot wide concrete sidewalk.) The purpose of the
angling is to avoid costly relocation of the southwest quadrant crossing signal. (Nearly
adjoins work on Thrasher St for Holcomb Bridge Road.)
Planning type cost estimate of additional design and construction expense: $7,000
($1,000 design, $1,000 construction, $5,000 NS Force Account including 10 foot extension
of asphalt and rubber crossing surface)
(3) Autry Street 717855H – No sidewalks on either side of Autry St connecting Thrasher St and
S. Peachtree St.
Proposed Improvement: Construct sidewalk on south side of crossing between Thrasher St
and S. Peachtree St, and install Thrasher St and S. Peachtree St crosswalks. (The sidewalk
proposed on south side of the crossing because it appears there would be less conflict with
utilities.)
Construct approximately 125 LF of 5-foot wide concrete sidewalk, including 10 LF on east
side of S. Peachtree St (to connect to existing sidewalk on the east side of S. Peachtree St),
and install 8-foot wide concrete panel crossing surface. Offset the center line of the new
sidewalk approximately 14 feet from the line of the edge of Autry St pavement (so as to
avoid conflict with southwest quadrant crossing signal).
($2,000 design, $2,500 construction, and including $8,500 NS Force Account including the
cost of a new 8-foot concrete panel crossing surface)
(4) Rowan Street 717857W – No sidewalks on either side of Rowan St connecting Thrasher St
and S. Peachtree St.
Proposed Improvement: Construct sidewalk on south side of crossing between Thrasher St
and S. Peachtree St, and install Thrasher St and S. Peachtree St crosswalks. (The new
sidewalk is proposed to be located on south side of the crossing to avoid conflict with
Rock Tenn sign in northwest corner of Rowan St-S. Peachtree St intersection.)
Construct approximately 160 LF of 5 foo wide concrete sidewalk, including 10 LF on east
side of S. Peachtree St requiring culvert or extension of existing driveway culvert, and install
8 foot wide concrete panel crossing surface. The center line of the new sidewalk would be
offset approximately 14 foot from line of edge of Rowan St pavement (so as to maintain low
juniper hedge buffer between sidewalk and Rowan St on east side of crossing, or farther than
14 feet from edge of pavement for maintenance of juniper hedge buffer).
($2,000 design, $3,500 construction, and including $8,500 NS Force Account [principally the
cost of new 8 foot concrete panel crossing surface])
-3-
Comments on south side only sidewalks at Rowan and Autry Streets, and Holcomb Bridge Rd:
Sidewalks on both sides of these streets would at least double sidewalk cost. Two sidewalks
however would provide relatively little more convenience or safety enhancement.
The T-intersections at S. Peachtree St on the east side of the Autry and Rowan Streets
crossings would require pedestrians walking along the north side of those street use only one
additional crosswalk (instead of two if those streets continued east of S. Peachtree St) if only
a south side sidewalk is provided.
Pedestrians may be expected to be most likely to be traveling to or from the city center. A
pedestrian walking east along the north side of Autry St toward downtown for example could
walk along the west side of Thrasher St and use the Holcomb Bridge Rd crossing.
There likely are more vehicular turning movements between Autry and Rowan Streets, and
S. Peachtree St to the north, than between those streets and S. Peachtree St to the south.
Pedestrians using crosswalks on the south side of the intersections would not be in conflict
with turning movements between S. Peachtree St to the north.
More people using one S. Peachtree St crosswalk, instead of pedestrian traffic being split
between two crosswalks, makes the one crosswalk nominally more prominent to vehicular traffic.
Brief discussion on sidewalk locations relative to crossing signals with gate:
Generally speaking, it is preferable to locate a sidewalk on the side opposite the street from a
crossing signal with gate. This location is preferable because crossing gate design is based on
highway vehicles, and not pedestrians. A highway vehicle traveling only 15 miles per hour is
traveling 22 feet per second (fps). Pedestrians walk at only a few feet per second. Locating the
sidewalk between the signal and street may cause a descending gate to tend to trap or impeded
pedestrian movement from the crossing.
Consider a person located approximately 10 feet from track center line pushing a stroller
toward the track (i.e. the front wheels of the stroller are approximately at the near rail) with the
crossing signal is located on the far side of the track when an approaching train is detected, and
crossing signals begin to flash. Standard practice is that the gate begin to descend 3-5 seconds after
the lights begin to flash.4 Walking travel time at 3 fps situates the front of the stroller at the gate
7 second after the lights begin to flash, thus the gate has begun to descend in front of the person
pushing the stroller.5
A sidewalk on the side opposite the signal eliminates pedestrians from having to rush to
complete crossing once they observe the gate beginning to descend (or perhaps much worse, decide
to turn back and re-cross the track). 6
There is no minimum numerical standard distance required between sidewalks and gates.
Moreland Altobelli Associates, Inc at typical gate installations generally recommends 3 feet from
edge of sidewalk to signal when sidewalk is located between street and signal.7 Installing a sidewalk
between the street and crossing signal may require costly crossing signal relocation.
4
5
6
7
FRA regulation is that the gate not begin to descend until at least three seconds after lights begin to flash, and that
the gate be horizontal at least five seconds before the arrival of a train at the crossing.
This is a single track example. In event of two tracks, the gate will be approaching horizontal when the person at
the near rail of the first track reaches the signal at the far side of the second track.
The conditions where cost or other considerations such as existing geometry support location of sidewalk between
the gate signal and street do not lend themselves to brief description.
MA typically recommends a minimum 4 feet between signal and nearest edge of sidewalk when sidewalk is
located on side opposite signal from the street
-4-
From: Jones, C. Elizabeth
Sent: Wednesday, December 16, 2015 5:33 PM
To: O'Brien, J. Patrick
Subject: FW: Holcomb Bridge Rd
C. Elizabeth Jones, Esq.
Thompson | O'Brien
(770) 925-0111 (phone)
[email protected]
From: [email protected] [mailto:[email protected]]
Sent: Tuesday, December 08, 2015 8:08 AM
To: Jones, C. Elizabeth
Subject: FW: Holcomb Bridge Rd
Please accept this correspondence in response to your inquiry concerning Holcomb Bridge Road. Our records indicate that Holcomb Bridge Rd between Peachtree Industrial Boulevard and South
Peachtree Street is a County maintained roadway. Holcomb Bridge Road between South Peachtree
Street and Buford Hwy is maintained by the City of Norcross.
If you have any additional questions please contact Gwinnett County Department of Transportation
at 770-822-7400.
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File #:
15-4264
Type:
Agenda Item
Status:
Agenda Ready
File created:
12/17/2015
In control:
Mayor and Council
On agenda:
1/4/2016
Final action:
Title:
Municipal Competitive Trust Signature Authority Resolution
Version: 1
Sponsors:
Indexes:
Code sections:
Attachments:
1. Resolution - Authorized Officials
Date
Ver.
Action By
12/21/2015
1
Policy Work Session
Action
Result
Title
Municipal Competitive Trust Signature Authority Resolution
Drafter
Rudolph Smith
Motion
A motion to Approve the attached Resolution Authorizing the Mayor and
City Manager to act as Authorized Officials to Communicate City Decisions
concerning the Trust.
City of Norcross
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Norcross, GA 30071
File #:
15-4272
Version: 1
Type:
Agenda Item
Status:
Agenda Ready
File created:
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In control:
Mayor and Council
On agenda:
1/4/2016
Final action:
Title:
Appointment of Mayor
Sponsors:
Pro Tem for 2016
Indexes:
Code sections:
Attachments:
Date
Ver.
Action By
Action
Result
Title
Appointment of Mayor Pro Tem for 2016
Motion
A Motion to Appoint ________________ as Mayor Pro Tem for 2016.
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