Legislation

WHEREAS, the Bishop Canevin Crusaders Baseball team won the WPIAL Class A title game on Tuesday, May 28 2024, after the Crusaders defeated Eden Christian Academy 10-3 at Wild Things Park in Washington Pennsylvania; and,

WHEREAS, as part of the Covid-19 pandemic emergency declaration in March 2020, the City moved many services online and the departments that accept, review, and issue permits to the public moved operations to the One Stop PGH online portal; and,

AN ORDINANCE GRANTING A TWENTY-FIVE (25) YEAR TAX ABATEMENT TO B9 HYATT AVE OWNER URBAN RENEWAL, LLC, 602 W. OFFICE CENTER DRIVE, SUITE 200, FT. WASHINGTON, PENNSYLVANIA 19034, FOR A PROJECT INVOLVING THE CONSTRUCTION OF AN APPROXIMATELY 354,400 SQUARE FOOT INDUSTRIAL WAREHOUSE/DISTRIBUTION BUILDING, INCLUSIVE OF 4,000 SQUARE FEET OF OFFICE SPACE, 53 LOADING DOCK SPACES, 166 TRAILER STORAGE SPACES AND 268 OFF-STREET PARKING SPACES LOCATED AT 105-135 HYATT AVENUE, NEWARK, NEW JERSEY AND IDENTIFIED ON THE CITY’S TAX MAP AS BLOCK 5020, LOT 69.03 (FORMERLY LOTS 69.03, 69.04, 69.05, AND 69.06). (EAST WARD)

To grant a Variance from the provisions of Sections 3332.035, R-3, residential district; 3321.05(B)(1), Vision clearance; 3332.21, Building lines; 3332.28, Side yard or rear yard obstruction; and 3332.41, Rooftop telecommunication installation, of the Columbus City Codes; for the property located at 476-482 E. WEBER RD. (43202), to allow a natural gas regulation station with reduced development standards in the R-3, Residential District (Council Variance #CV23-139).

To authorize the Director of the Department of Development to execute any and all necessary agreements and deeds for conveyance of title of two parcels of real property (787 Bassett Ave. and 791 Bassett Ave..) held in the Land Bank pursuant to the Land Reutilization Program.

To authorize the Interim Director of Neighborhoods to modify and increase a community planning services contract with MKSK to develop a comprehensive community plan for the Eastland community; to authorize an expenditure up to $35,000.00 from the General Fund to pay for the contract modification; to authorize payment for reasonable food and non-alcoholic beverages for outreach participants; and to declare an emergency. ($35,000.00)

To amend Ordinance 0493-2024, passed 2/26/2024, to reflect an updated contract per diem amount; to authorize and direct the Director of the Department of Public Safety to fully execute an amendment to Section 6 of the contract with the Franklin County Board of Commissioners for the housing and transport of prisoners; and to declare an emergency. ($0.00)

To grant a Variance from the provisions of Sections 3356.03, C-4 permitted uses; and 3363.41(a), Storage, of the Columbus City Codes; for the property located at 5705 CHANTRY DR. (43232), to allow wholesaling, yard waste collection, and outdoor storage with reduced setbacks in the L-C-4, Limited Commercial District (Council Variance #CV24-011).

To authorize the Director of the Department of Public Utilities to modify Indefinite Quantity Contracts with Facemyer Landscaping LLC/Ironsite, Inc. and Russell Tree Experts Ltd. for Invasive Plant Management Services to increase funding; to authorize the expenditure of $70,000.00 from the Water Operating Fund; and to declare an emergency. ($70,000.00)

To authorize the Director of Finance and Management to enter into a contract with Getinge USA Sales, LLC for the purchase of a Steam Sterilizer for the Division of Water, WQAL; and to authorize the expenditure of $59,789.00 from the Water Operating Fund. ($59,789.00)

To grant a Variance from the provisions of Sections 3367.01, M-2 manufacturing district; 3312.49(C), Required parking; 3367.15(B), M-2 manufacturing district special provisions; and 3367.29, Storage, of the Columbus City Codes; for the property located at 424 WOODLAND AVE. (43203), to allow retail use with reduced development standards in the M-2, Manufacturing District (Council Variance #CV24-014).

To authorize the Director of the Department of Public Safety to modify and extend its contract with SoundThinking Inc., formerly ShotSpotter, Inc. for use of a gunfire detection, alert, and analysis program in the Phase II coverage area; to authorize the expenditure of $210,000.00 from the General Fund for the first year of this three-year contract; to waive the competitive bidding provisions of Columbus City Code; and to declare an emergency. ($210,000.00)

To grant a Variance from the provisions of Sections 3332.037, R-2F residential district; 3312.25, Maneuvering; 3312.29, Parking space; 3312.49(C), Required Parking; 3332.05(A)(4), Area district lot width requirements; 3332.14, R-2F area district requirements; 3332.19, Fronting; 3332.25, Maximum side yards required; 3332.26, Minimum side yards permitted; and 3332.27, Rear yard, of the Columbus City Codes; for the property located at 41 S. CYPRESS AVE. (43222), to allow two single-unit dwellings on one lot with reduced development standards in the R-2F, Residential District (Council Variance #CV22-140).

To authorize the Director of Finance and Management to associate all General Budget reservations resulting from this ordinance with the appropriate Universal Term Contract Purchase Agreements for the purchase of Bill Presentment Services with Level One, LLC. for the Division of Power, the Division of Water and the Division of Sewerage and Drainage; and to authorize the expenditure of $1,170,000.00 from the Power Operating Fund, Water Operating Fund, Sewer Operating Fund and Stormwater Operating Fund; and to declare an emergency. ($1,170,000.00)

To grant a Variance from the provisions of Sections 3332.035, R-3, residential district; 3312.49, Required parking; 3332.05(A)(4), Area district lot width requirements; 3332.13, R-3 area district requirements; 3332.19, Fronting; 3332.26(F), Minimum side yard permitted; 3332.27, Rear yard; and 3332.28; Side or rear yard obstruction, of the Columbus City Codes; for the property located at 1588-1590 FRANKLIN AVE. (43205), to allow a two-unit dwelling and single-unit dwelling on one lot with reduced development standards in the R-3, Residential District (Council Variance #CV24-024).

To authorize the Director of Public Utilities to apply for, receive and execute Ohio EPA H2Ohio Initiative Public Water System Distribution Equipment Grant funding; to authorize the execution of grant and other requisite agreements funded with the H2Ohio grant and providing for the acceptance and administration of said grant award on behalf of the Department of Public Utilities; to authorize the expenditure of any awarded funds and the refund of any unused funds. ($6,824.00).

To authorize the Finance and Management Director to enter into a Universal Term Contract for the option to purchase Tire Repair Products with Taylor Truck Parts Limited; and to authorize the expenditure of $1.00. ($1.00)

To authorize the Director of Development to modify and extend the agreement, in an amount up to $249,845.00, with Tony R. Wells Foundation for the purpose of acting as fiscal manager of the American Dream Downpayment Initiative (ADDI) program; to authorize the transfer and expenditure of up to $249,845.00 from the 2024 General Fund Budget; to advance funding per a predetermined schedule; and to declare an emergency. ($249,845.00)

Dept/ Agency: Health and Community Wellness Action: ( ) Ratifying (X) Authorizing ( ) Amending Type of Service: Gift Donation Gift: Acceptance of Grant Funding Purpose: To provide funding to defray costs and provide sponsorship for National Health Centers Week to the Department of Health and Community Wellness. Entity Name: Fidelis Care Entity Address: 550 Broad Street, 12th Floor, Newark, New Jersey 07102 Gift Value: $2,500.00 City Contribution: No municipal funds required Other Funding Source/Amount: $0.00 Contract Period: Not Applicable Additional Information: Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:5-29.

Dept/ Agency: Administration/Office of Management and Budget Action: (X) Ratifying (X) Authorizing ( ) Amending Type of Service: Temporary Emergency Appropriation Purpose: To provide a temporary emergency appropriation for the Ryan White HIV/AIDS Related Health and Support Services to the Newark Eligible Metropolitan Area Funding Source: United States Department of Health and Human Services, Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) Appropriation Amount: $4,229,266.00 Budget Year: 2024 Contract Period: March 1, 2024 through February 28, 2025 Contract Basis: ( ) Bid ( ) State Vendor ( ) Prof. Ser. ( ) EUS ( ) Fair & Open ( ) No Reportable Contributions ( ) RFP ( ) RFQ ( ) Private Sale (X) Grant ( ) Sub-recipient ( ) n/a Additional Information: Funds accepted by Apply and Accept Resolution 7R5-b adopted on January 24, 2024. Operating Agency: Department of Health and Community Wellness Two-Thirds vote of full membership required.

Dept/ Agency: Administration/ Division of Central Purchasing Action: ( ) Ratifying (X) Authorizing ( ) Amending Type of Service: Cooperative Purchasing Agreement Purpose: To purchase trophies, plaques, and other recognition items. Entity Name: Performance Trophies and Medals Entity Address: 3 Anna Drive, Budd Lake, New Jersey 07869 Contract Amount: Not to exceed $50,000.00 Funding Source: 2024 Budget/Department of Recreation, Cultural Affairs and Senior Services (Recreation)/NW011-160-1606-71280-B2024; NW011-160-1606-83840-B2024; and NW011-160-1606-83850-B2024/Department of Recreation, Cultural Affairs and Senior Services (Senior Services)/NW011-160-1609-71280-B2024; NW011-160-1609-83840-B2024; and NW011-160-1606-83850-B2024/Mayor’s Office-Municipal Court/NW011-010-0107-83010-B2024 Contract Period: Upon Municipal Council authorization through the expiration of the contract or December 31, 2024, inclusive of any extensions granted by MCCPC Contract Basis: ( ) Bid ( ) State Vendor ( ) Prof. Ser. ( ) EUS ( ) Fair & Open ( ) No Reportable Contributions ( ) RFP ( ) RFQ ( ) Private Sale ( ) Grant ( ) Sub-recipient (X) n/a Additional Information: Resolution 7R1-c, adopted on January 18, 2023, authorized the membership in the Morris County Cooperative Pricing Council Contract #39. This Cooperative Purchasing Agreement will provide for the purchase of trophies, plaques, and other recognition items for the Department of Recreation, Cultural Affairs, and Senior Services.

Dept./ Agency: Recreation, Cultural Affairs and Senior Services Action: ( ) Ratifying (X) Authorizing ( ) Amending Type of Service: Memorandum of Understanding with Ironbound Boxing Academy Purpose: To inspire youth to develop life skills, to succeed academically, and to create relationships through the sport of boxing. Entity Name: Ironbound Boxing and Education, a NJ Non-profit Corporation Entity Address: 1 Gateway Center, Suite 120, Newark, New Jersey 07102 Contract Period: Two (2) years from the date of the MOU execution Contract Basis: ( ) Bid ( ) State Vendor ( ) Prof. Ser. ( ) EUS ( ) Fair & Open ( ) No Reportable Contributions ( ) RFP ( ) RFQ ( ) Private Sale ( ) Grant ( ) Sub-recipient (X) n/a Additional Information: Memorandum of Understanding, pursuant to N.J.S.A 40:12-20 et seq.

Dept/ Agency: Water and Sewer Utilities Action: (X) Ratifying (X) Authorizing (X) Amending Type of Service: Professional Services Contract Purpose: Amendment #2 for Design and Construction Administration of Improvements to the Peddie Ditch CSO. Entity Name: Arcadis U.S., Inc. Entity Address: 17-17 Route 208 North, Fair Lawn, New Jersey 07410 Contract Amount: Not to exceed $549,200.00 Funding Source: 2024 Budget/Department of Water and Sewer Utilities/NW044-17C-17C01-94710-B2017 Contract Period: Until completion of construction as per N.J.S.A. 40A:11-15(9) Contract Basis: ( ) Bid ( ) State Vendor (X) Prof. Ser. ( ) EUS ( ) Fair & Open (X) No Reportable Contributions ( ) RFP ( ) RFQ ( ) Private Sale ( ) Grant ( ) Sub-recipient ( ) n/a Additional Information: Original Resolution 7R12-e adopted on December 18, 20213, awarded contract in the amount of $276,900.00. Amendment #1 increased the contract amount by $58,300.00, for a new total contract amount not to exceed of $335,200.00. Amendment #2 amends the scope of work and increases the contract amount by $214,000.00, for a total contract amount not to exceed of $549,200.00.

Dept/ Agency: Recreation, Cultural Affairs and Senior Services Action: ( ) Ratifying (X) Authorizing ( ) Amending Type of Service: Accepting a Gift Gift: Swimsuits and goggles valued at $1,800.00. Purpose: To accept a gift in the form of swimsuits and goggles for children who would love to participate in aquatic programs, but may not have the acceptable bathing attire for participation Entity Name: New Jersey Recreation & Park Association Entity Address: 1 Wheeler Way, Princeton NJ 08540-5915 Gift Value: $1,800.00 City Contribution: $0.00 Other Funding Source/Amount: $0.00 Contract Period: Not Applicable Additional Information: The Aquatics Section of the New Jersey Recreation & Park Association (NJRPA), the New Jersey Swim Safety Alliance, and Dolfin Swim Wear would like to donate 100 swimsuits and 48 pairs goggles to the City of Newark.