1. CALL TO ORDER: 2. ROLL CALL: 3. INVOCATION: 4. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
PRESENTATIONS AND SPECIAL RECOGNITIONS
ADOPTION AND APPROVAL OF MINUTES
INTRODUCTIONS
CONDEMNATIONS
Amending the 2013 Current Expense Budget for the Dr. Martin L. King Jr. Community Center to appropriate $51,000 from the center's prior years' and current self-generated revenues. This will provide funding for center events and services, children programs, and a volunteer dinner. The supplement will also provide funding for a contract for consultant Cleve Dunn. By: Martin L. King Community Center.
B. A Resolution authorizing the East Baton Rouge Sewerage Commission to make application to the State Bond Commission for consent and authority to issue not to exceed $29,000,000 Taxable Revenue Refunding Bonds, Series 2013B of the East Baton Rouge Sewerage Commission, for the purpose of providing funds to refund or defease the outstanding principal amount of the Parish of East Baton Rouge, State of Louisiana Sales Tax Revenue Bonds, Series ST-2005A, and paying the costs of issuance of the Bonds; authorizing the execution and delivery of the Bond Purchase Agreement, one or more Credit Enhancement Devices, and any and all other documents required in connection with the issuance of the Bonds; authorizing the selection of the Underwriter in connection with the issuance, sale and delivery of the Bonds; authorizing the preparation and distribution of the Official Statement relating to the Bonds; and providing for other matters related thereto. By: Bond Counsel. C. A Resolution authorizing the East Baton Rouge Sewerage Commission to proceed with a not to exceed $230,000,000 financing through the Louisiana Local Government Environmental Facilities and Community Development Authority; requesting the Louisiana Local Government Environmental Facilities and Community Development Authority to issue its Subordinate Lien Revenue Bonds, in one or more series, and authorizing the borrowing by the East Baton Rouge Sewerage Commission from the sale thereof to allow it to finance the costs of upgrading, rehabilitating, extending and improving the sewerage disposal system owned by the East Baton Rouge Sewerage Commission, payable from the Sewer User Fees levied and collected pursuant to Ordinance No. 12334 and EBROSCO Ordinance No. 2068, and from the avails or proceeds of the one-half of one percent (1/2%) sales and use tax levied and collected by the Parish of East Baton Rouge, State of Louisiana, pursuant to Article VI, Section 29 of the Louisiana Constitution of 1974, as amended, and other constitutional and statutory authority, and pursuant to an election held in the Parish of East Baton Rouge, State of Louisiana, on April 16, 1988; and otherwise providing with respect thereto. By: Bond Counsel. D. A resolution making application to the State Bond Commission for consent and authority to issue Not to Exceed $11,000,000 Public Improvement Sales Tax Bonds, Series 2013 of the Parish of East Baton Rouge, State of Louisiana, for the purpose of providing funds to pay the costs of acquiring the land and buildings located at 9050, 9000 and 9048 Airline Highway within the City of Baton Rouge, State of Louisiana, for use as a public safety complex, and paying the costs of issuance of the Bonds; authorizing the preparation and distribution of the Request for Proposal for Direct Purchasers of the Bonds; authorizing the execution and delivery of the Bond Purchase Agreement, one or more credit enhancement devices, and any and all other documents required in connection with the issuance of the Bonds; and providing for other matters related thereto. By: Bond Counsel.
PRESENTATIONS AND SPECIAL RECOGNITIONS
Amending Title 9 (Licensing and Regulation of Trades), Chapter 18 (Wine, Beer, and Liquor) of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Baton Rouge and Parish of East Baton Rouge so as to create a new license for state licensed riverboat casinos to allow twenty-four hour operation on the gaming floor and in restricted locations. By: Councilwoman Marcelle.
Discussion of amending the Plan of Government to make the Police Chief an elected position and taking whatever action is deemed necessary. By: Councilwoman Marcelle.
Establishing a committee to identify and fully vet applicants to fill vacancies on the CATS Board. By: Council members Edwards and Marcelle.
Amending the Title IV-E reimbursement fund budget so as to appropriate $79,685.32 received from the state office of Juvenile Justice, representing reimbursements for certain expenditures eligible under the federal foster care reimbursement program (social security act, as amended, title IV-E, section 470, et seq.). These funds will be used for needs of the Department of Juvenile Services including personnel costs, fiscal management fees, and other associated costs. By: Director of Juvenile Services.
F. Authorizing the Mayor-President to enter into a contractual agreement with the Board of Supervisors of Louisiana State University and Agricultural and Mechanical College in the amount of $558,692 to coordinate all research activities for the BRAVE program under the U.S. Office of Justice Programs Community-Based Violence Prevention and Demonstration grant; and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By: Mayor-President. G. Authorizing the Mayor-President to enter into a contractual agreement with Healing Place Church Serve in the amount of $201,870 to provide case management; educational, career and job assistance; and community outreach for the BRAVE program under the U.S. Office of Justice Programs Community-Based Violence Prevention and Demonstration grant; and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By: Mayor-President. H. Authorizing the Mayor-President to enter into a contractual agreement with Capital Area Human Services District in the amount of $187,500 to provide substance abuse and mental health treatment to BRAVE program referred youth along with providing police mentoring to youth participants under the U.S. Office of Justice Programs Community-Based Violence Prevention and Demonstration grant; and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By: Mayor-President.
Authorizing the Mayor-President to accept a grant award from the Department of Homeland Security, FEMA, U S Fire Administration's Assistance to Firefighters Grant to the Baton Rouge Fire Department to purchase wellness and fitness equipment for the fire stations and headquarters building in the federal amount of $86,496 with a local cash match of $21,624 for the total amount of $108,120. Further authorizing the Finance Department to record said grant award and file all required cost reports. By: Ed Smith, Fire Chief.
J. Authorizing the Mayor-President to enter into a program contract agreement with the Louisiana Association of Community Action Partnership, Inc. for the obligation of the U.S. Department of Energy PY 2012 Weatherization Assistance Program funds in the amount of $628,356.92 to fund weatherization assistance program activities to 78 homes in East Baton Rouge Parish for the purpose of energy efficiency improvements for families of lower income households. By: Urban Development Director. K. Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute an amendment to the aforementioned contract agreement with the Louisiana Association of Community Action Partnership, Inc. for the obligation of the U.S. Department of Energy PY 2012 Weatherization Assistance Program funds for an additional allocation of funds in the amount of $97,070.39 to fund weatherization assistance program activities to 12 homes in East Baton Rouge Parish for the purpose of energy efficiency improvements for families of lower income households. By: Urban Development Director.
Authorizing the Mayor-President to enter into a contractual agreement on behalf of the Department of Juvenile Services with the State of Louisiana Office of Juvenile Justice and to sign all documents as required in connection therewith. By: Director of Juvenile Services.
Authorizing the Mayor-President on behalf of the Baton Rouge Workforce Investment Board Administrative Office, to enter into a contractual agreement with the Louisiana Workforce Commission (LWC) to collect data on employment experiences and outcomes of adult job seekers with disabilities in an amount not to exceed $30,000.00 for the period of January 1, 2013 through September 30, 2015. By: WIA Chief Administrator.
ADMINISTRATIVE MATTERS
APPOINTMENTS
CHANGE ORDERS
FINAL ACCEPTANCE
ACCEPTANCE OF LOW BIDS
K. Authorization for the Mayor-President and/or Chairman of the Airport Commission to execute a Professional Services Contract with Seabury APG for Air Service Development Services and a Leakage Study in an amount not to exceed $65,000 (Account # 481.0910002.643550.) By: Director of Aviation. L. Authorization for the Mayor-President and/or Chairman of the Airport Commission to execute a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with the State of Louisiana for the Airport Aviation Business Park, Planning and Construction Project in order to accept Capital Outlay funding in the amount of $191,425.00. By: Director of Aviation. M. Authorization for the Mayor-President and/or Chairman of the Airport Commission to execute an Amendment to the Lease and Concession Agreement with SSP America in order to extend the primary term for seven (7) years and provide for certain other terms and conditions arising from improvements made to their facilities. By: Director of Aviation. N. Amending Resolution NO. 49165, Adopted February 8, 2012 to provide for additional language to the Paradies Shops Lease and Concession Agreement to include certain other terms and conditions arising from improvements made to their facility. By: Director of Aviation. O. Authorization for the Mayor-President and/or Chairman of the Airport Commission to execute a Professional Services Contract with Courson Nickel, L.L.C. for the Louisiana Legislative Session for lobbying services in an amount not to exceed $51,000.00. (Account No. 481.0910002.643540.) By: Director of Aviation. P. Authorization to Amend Resolution No. 49188, Adopted February 8, 2012 to increase the grant amount from $2,000,000 to $2,306,933 for grants issued by the State for the installation of the CAT II Instrument Landing System - Phase I. By: Director of Aviation.
Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a contract with Suzanne Turner Associates to provide project management and design services for the restoration of subdivision entrances impacted by various Green Light Plan Projects, not to exceed total compensation of $49,000. (Account No. 339.7262002.643550.5920006) By: Director of Public Works.
Authorizing the Mayor President to execute Amendment No. 1 to the Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with the Pontchartrain Levee District for the use of the Mississippi River Levee Servitude in association with a Bicycle and Pedestrian Path from Levee station 79+14.3 to the southern Parish Line. (No funding is associated with this agreement) By: Director of Public Works
Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a contract with Dana Brown & Associates to provide project management and design services for the restoration of subdivision entrances impacted by various Green Light Plan Projects, not to exceed total compensation of $49,000. (Account No. 339.7262002.643550.5920006)By: Director of Public Works.
G. DPW recommends to the Metropolitan Council for their consideration and approval the acceptance as complete of a bridge that has been contracted in the Off-System Bridge Replacement Program under State Project No.: 713-17-0042/H.006078 (Elm Grove Garden Bridge over Lateral of Monte Sano Bayou), as the project has been completed in a satisfactory manner. (Construction cost are 100% State/Fed funded) By: Director of Public Works. H. DPW recommends to the Metropolitan Council for their consideration and approval to authorize the Mayor-President to execute an amendment to the Articles of Agreement to Relocate Utility Facilities with Baton Rouge Water Works Company, Inc. (BR Water) for the relocation of existing water distribution facilities on Green Light Plan Project Jones Creek Road - Segment 3, C-P Project No. 06-CS-HC-0051, for an additional lump sum compensation of $25,193.07. (Account No. 339.7260452.652380.5924506) By: Director of Public Works. I. Amending Resolution 49779 / EBROSCO Resolution 8978, adopted November 14, 2012, which authorized execution of the contract for professional services between the East Baton Rouge Sewerage Commission and TESCO Controls, Inc. in connection with the SCADA Master Plan Project, being Project No. 12-PS-MS-0021, so as to change the amount of said contract to read $14,591,553.00, rather than $14,541,393.00, as previously shown. (Account No. 434.7579043.752400.6140301) By: Director of Public Works. J. Authorizing the Mayor-President to enter into an agreement with Assaf, Simoneaux, Tauzin & Associates, Inc., for A Physical Assessment and Due Diligence Review: Mechanical, Electrical, & Plumbing Systems of Woman's Hospital, 9050, 9000 and 9048 Airline Highway, City-Parish Project No. 13-ASD-CP-0005, in an amount not to exceed $47,000.00. (Account No. 336.7510561.651300.5982511) By: Director of Public Works.
Amending Resolution 49914 adopted January 23, 2013 which established the Police Department/Sheriff's Office Merger committee so as to increase membership of the committee by five members to include, a member of the Mayor's Office, City of Baker Police Department, City of Central Police Department, City of Zachary Police Department, and the Constable's Office. By: Law Enforcement Unification Committee.
A resolution supporting pre-filed legislation at the State Legislature concerning the composition of the Greater Baton Rouge Airport Commission. By: Councilman Welch.
Mar 13, 2013 Metropolitan Council
1. CALL TO ORDER: 2. ROLL CALL: 3. INVOCATION: 4. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
PRESENTATIONS AND SPECIAL RECOGNITIONS
ADOPTION AND APPROVAL OF MINUTES
INTRODUCTIONS
CONDEMNATIONS
Amending the 2013 Current Expense Budget for the Dr. Martin L. King Jr. Community Center to appropriate $51,000 from the center's prior years' and current self-generated revenues. This will provide funding for center events and services, children programs, and a volunteer dinner. The supplement will also provide funding for a contract for consultant Cleve Dunn. By: Martin L. King Community Center.
B. A Resolution authorizing the East Baton Rouge Sewerage Commission to make application to the State Bond Commission for consent and authority to issue not to exceed $29,000,000 Taxable Revenue Refunding Bonds, Series 2013B of the East Baton Rouge Sewerage Commission, for the purpose of providing funds to refund or defease the outstanding principal amount of the Parish of East Baton Rouge, State of Louisiana Sales Tax Revenue Bonds, Series ST-2005A, and paying the costs of issuance of the Bonds; authorizing the execution and delivery of the Bond Purchase Agreement, one or more Credit Enhancement Devices, and any and all other documents required in connection with the issuance of the Bonds; authorizing the selection of the Underwriter in connection with the issuance, sale and delivery of the Bonds; authorizing the preparation and distribution of the Official Statement relating to the Bonds; and providing for other matters related thereto. By: Bond Counsel. C. A Resolution authorizing the East Baton Rouge Sewerage Commission to proceed with a not to exceed $230,000,000 financing through the Louisiana Local Government Environmental Facilities and Community Development Authority; requesting the Louisiana Local Government Environmental Facilities and Community Development Authority to issue its Subordinate Lien Revenue Bonds, in one or more series, and authorizing the borrowing by the East Baton Rouge Sewerage Commission from the sale thereof to allow it to finance the costs of upgrading, rehabilitating, extending and improving the sewerage disposal system owned by the East Baton Rouge Sewerage Commission, payable from the Sewer User Fees levied and collected pursuant to Ordinance No. 12334 and EBROSCO Ordinance No. 2068, and from the avails or proceeds of the one-half of one percent (1/2%) sales and use tax levied and collected by the Parish of East Baton Rouge, State of Louisiana, pursuant to Article VI, Section 29 of the Louisiana Constitution of 1974, as amended, and other constitutional and statutory authority, and pursuant to an election held in the Parish of East Baton Rouge, State of Louisiana, on April 16, 1988; and otherwise providing with respect thereto. By: Bond Counsel. D. A resolution making application to the State Bond Commission for consent and authority to issue Not to Exceed $11,000,000 Public Improvement Sales Tax Bonds, Series 2013 of the Parish of East Baton Rouge, State of Louisiana, for the purpose of providing funds to pay the costs of acquiring the land and buildings located at 9050, 9000 and 9048 Airline Highway within the City of Baton Rouge, State of Louisiana, for use as a public safety complex, and paying the costs of issuance of the Bonds; authorizing the preparation and distribution of the Request for Proposal for Direct Purchasers of the Bonds; authorizing the execution and delivery of the Bond Purchase Agreement, one or more credit enhancement devices, and any and all other documents required in connection with the issuance of the Bonds; and providing for other matters related thereto. By: Bond Counsel.
PRESENTATIONS AND SPECIAL RECOGNITIONS
Amending Title 9 (Licensing and Regulation of Trades), Chapter 18 (Wine, Beer, and Liquor) of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Baton Rouge and Parish of East Baton Rouge so as to create a new license for state licensed riverboat casinos to allow twenty-four hour operation on the gaming floor and in restricted locations. By: Councilwoman Marcelle.
Discussion of amending the Plan of Government to make the Police Chief an elected position and taking whatever action is deemed necessary. By: Councilwoman Marcelle.
Establishing a committee to identify and fully vet applicants to fill vacancies on the CATS Board. By: Council members Edwards and Marcelle.
Amending the Title IV-E reimbursement fund budget so as to appropriate $79,685.32 received from the state office of Juvenile Justice, representing reimbursements for certain expenditures eligible under the federal foster care reimbursement program (social security act, as amended, title IV-E, section 470, et seq.). These funds will be used for needs of the Department of Juvenile Services including personnel costs, fiscal management fees, and other associated costs. By: Director of Juvenile Services.
F. Authorizing the Mayor-President to enter into a contractual agreement with the Board of Supervisors of Louisiana State University and Agricultural and Mechanical College in the amount of $558,692 to coordinate all research activities for the BRAVE program under the U.S. Office of Justice Programs Community-Based Violence Prevention and Demonstration grant; and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By: Mayor-President. G. Authorizing the Mayor-President to enter into a contractual agreement with Healing Place Church Serve in the amount of $201,870 to provide case management; educational, career and job assistance; and community outreach for the BRAVE program under the U.S. Office of Justice Programs Community-Based Violence Prevention and Demonstration grant; and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By: Mayor-President. H. Authorizing the Mayor-President to enter into a contractual agreement with Capital Area Human Services District in the amount of $187,500 to provide substance abuse and mental health treatment to BRAVE program referred youth along with providing police mentoring to youth participants under the U.S. Office of Justice Programs Community-Based Violence Prevention and Demonstration grant; and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By: Mayor-President.
Authorizing the Mayor-President to accept a grant award from the Department of Homeland Security, FEMA, U S Fire Administration's Assistance to Firefighters Grant to the Baton Rouge Fire Department to purchase wellness and fitness equipment for the fire stations and headquarters building in the federal amount of $86,496 with a local cash match of $21,624 for the total amount of $108,120. Further authorizing the Finance Department to record said grant award and file all required cost reports. By: Ed Smith, Fire Chief.
J. Authorizing the Mayor-President to enter into a program contract agreement with the Louisiana Association of Community Action Partnership, Inc. for the obligation of the U.S. Department of Energy PY 2012 Weatherization Assistance Program funds in the amount of $628,356.92 to fund weatherization assistance program activities to 78 homes in East Baton Rouge Parish for the purpose of energy efficiency improvements for families of lower income households. By: Urban Development Director. K. Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute an amendment to the aforementioned contract agreement with the Louisiana Association of Community Action Partnership, Inc. for the obligation of the U.S. Department of Energy PY 2012 Weatherization Assistance Program funds for an additional allocation of funds in the amount of $97,070.39 to fund weatherization assistance program activities to 12 homes in East Baton Rouge Parish for the purpose of energy efficiency improvements for families of lower income households. By: Urban Development Director.
Authorizing the Mayor-President to enter into a contractual agreement on behalf of the Department of Juvenile Services with the State of Louisiana Office of Juvenile Justice and to sign all documents as required in connection therewith. By: Director of Juvenile Services.
Authorizing the Mayor-President on behalf of the Baton Rouge Workforce Investment Board Administrative Office, to enter into a contractual agreement with the Louisiana Workforce Commission (LWC) to collect data on employment experiences and outcomes of adult job seekers with disabilities in an amount not to exceed $30,000.00 for the period of January 1, 2013 through September 30, 2015. By: WIA Chief Administrator.
ADMINISTRATIVE MATTERS
APPOINTMENTS
CHANGE ORDERS
FINAL ACCEPTANCE
ACCEPTANCE OF LOW BIDS
K. Authorization for the Mayor-President and/or Chairman of the Airport Commission to execute a Professional Services Contract with Seabury APG for Air Service Development Services and a Leakage Study in an amount not to exceed $65,000 (Account # 481.0910002.643550.) By: Director of Aviation. L. Authorization for the Mayor-President and/or Chairman of the Airport Commission to execute a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with the State of Louisiana for the Airport Aviation Business Park, Planning and Construction Project in order to accept Capital Outlay funding in the amount of $191,425.00. By: Director of Aviation. M. Authorization for the Mayor-President and/or Chairman of the Airport Commission to execute an Amendment to the Lease and Concession Agreement with SSP America in order to extend the primary term for seven (7) years and provide for certain other terms and conditions arising from improvements made to their facilities. By: Director of Aviation. N. Amending Resolution NO. 49165, Adopted February 8, 2012 to provide for additional language to the Paradies Shops Lease and Concession Agreement to include certain other terms and conditions arising from improvements made to their facility. By: Director of Aviation. O. Authorization for the Mayor-President and/or Chairman of the Airport Commission to execute a Professional Services Contract with Courson Nickel, L.L.C. for the Louisiana Legislative Session for lobbying services in an amount not to exceed $51,000.00. (Account No. 481.0910002.643540.) By: Director of Aviation. P. Authorization to Amend Resolution No. 49188, Adopted February 8, 2012 to increase the grant amount from $2,000,000 to $2,306,933 for grants issued by the State for the installation of the CAT II Instrument Landing System - Phase I. By: Director of Aviation.
Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a contract with Suzanne Turner Associates to provide project management and design services for the restoration of subdivision entrances impacted by various Green Light Plan Projects, not to exceed total compensation of $49,000. (Account No. 339.7262002.643550.5920006) By: Director of Public Works.
Authorizing the Mayor President to execute Amendment No. 1 to the Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with the Pontchartrain Levee District for the use of the Mississippi River Levee Servitude in association with a Bicycle and Pedestrian Path from Levee station 79+14.3 to the southern Parish Line. (No funding is associated with this agreement) By: Director of Public Works
Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a contract with Dana Brown & Associates to provide project management and design services for the restoration of subdivision entrances impacted by various Green Light Plan Projects, not to exceed total compensation of $49,000. (Account No. 339.7262002.643550.5920006)By: Director of Public Works.
G. DPW recommends to the Metropolitan Council for their consideration and approval the acceptance as complete of a bridge that has been contracted in the Off-System Bridge Replacement Program under State Project No.: 713-17-0042/H.006078 (Elm Grove Garden Bridge over Lateral of Monte Sano Bayou), as the project has been completed in a satisfactory manner. (Construction cost are 100% State/Fed funded) By: Director of Public Works. H. DPW recommends to the Metropolitan Council for their consideration and approval to authorize the Mayor-President to execute an amendment to the Articles of Agreement to Relocate Utility Facilities with Baton Rouge Water Works Company, Inc. (BR Water) for the relocation of existing water distribution facilities on Green Light Plan Project Jones Creek Road - Segment 3, C-P Project No. 06-CS-HC-0051, for an additional lump sum compensation of $25,193.07. (Account No. 339.7260452.652380.5924506) By: Director of Public Works. I. Amending Resolution 49779 / EBROSCO Resolution 8978, adopted November 14, 2012, which authorized execution of the contract for professional services between the East Baton Rouge Sewerage Commission and TESCO Controls, Inc. in connection with the SCADA Master Plan Project, being Project No. 12-PS-MS-0021, so as to change the amount of said contract to read $14,591,553.00, rather than $14,541,393.00, as previously shown. (Account No. 434.7579043.752400.6140301) By: Director of Public Works. J. Authorizing the Mayor-President to enter into an agreement with Assaf, Simoneaux, Tauzin & Associates, Inc., for A Physical Assessment and Due Diligence Review: Mechanical, Electrical, & Plumbing Systems of Woman's Hospital, 9050, 9000 and 9048 Airline Highway, City-Parish Project No. 13-ASD-CP-0005, in an amount not to exceed $47,000.00. (Account No. 336.7510561.651300.5982511) By: Director of Public Works.
Amending Resolution 49914 adopted January 23, 2013 which established the Police Department/Sheriff's Office Merger committee so as to increase membership of the committee by five members to include, a member of the Mayor's Office, City of Baker Police Department, City of Central Police Department, City of Zachary Police Department, and the Constable's Office. By: Law Enforcement Unification Committee.
A resolution supporting pre-filed legislation at the State Legislature concerning the composition of the Greater Baton Rouge Airport Commission. By: Councilman Welch.