1.CALL TO ORDER: 2.ROLL CALL: 3.INVOCATION: 4.PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: 5.PRESENTATIONS AND SPECIAL RECOGNITIONS: 6.ADOPTION AND APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Regular Council Meeting of October 9, 2013.
Introductions
Condemnation Items A - N Abatement Item O
Requesting a member of the Qualifications Review Committee for the CATS board to appear and give a report to the Metropolitan Council that includes but not limited to, a list of the board membership, an overview of their deliberations, and how they decided on their recommendations. By: Councilmembers Edwards and Amoroso.
A report to the Metropolitan Council by the Food Access Policy Commission. By: Councilman Loupe.
Granting to National Concrete Industries a franchise to construct and maintain benches for a period of 8 years, beginning January 1, 2014 and ending December 31, 2021, at locations and stops on bus routes in the City of Baton Rouge and to use and employ same for advertising; and providing a charge for other terms and conditions related thereto. By: Councilman Welch.
Consideration of suspending, rescinding or approving route and or fare changes approved by the CATS Board at their October 15, 2013 meeting in accordance with LRS. 48:1460 (9). By: CATS.
Receiving a report and presentation from HNTB regarding the City Parish Total Compensation Study. By: Councilwoman Marcelle.
Receiving a report from SEIU and having them present their analysis to the Metropolitan Council on the recent pay study and the 2010 pay study. By: Councilwoman Lewis.
Receiving a report from Judge Donald Johnson regarding the election of City Court and 19th Judicial District Court judges since redistricting. By: Councilwoman Marcelle.
Authorizing the Metropolitan Council to declare the immovable property and any attachments thereto known as the Western Remaining Area of lot 307-A, Inniswold Estates, being 22,043.3 square feet, after the acquisition of Parcel 2-14, fronting on Bluebonnet Blvd., not needed for a public purpose, and authorizing the said surplus property to be sold pursuant to Louisiana Revised Statute 33:4712 et seq. By: Parish Attorney & DPW.
Amending and re-adopting Ordinance 14266, known as the solid waste user fee ordinance, adopted December 12, 2007 so as to amend Section III (User Fees For Collection and Disposal-Established) effective January 1, 2014; and repealing all ordinances in conflict herewith and to provide the effect thereof. By: Finance and DPW Director.
Amending the Title IV-E reimbursement fund budget so as to appropriate $122,537.64 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.
Amending the 2013 current expense budget for the Hermitage Cross Creek Crime Prevention and Development District (HCCCPDD) so as to appropriate $13,100 from the South Burbank Crime Prevention & Development District (SBCPDD)in accordance with resolution passed by both districts. These resolutions release the SBCPDD from any further financial obligation to the HCCCPDD. By: Hermitage Cross Creek Crime Prevention & Development District.
Amend the 2013 allotment of positions for the City of Baton Rouge and Parish of East Baton Rouge, adopted by Ordinance #15423, dated 12/11/2012, so as to change the allotment of the Police Department Grant Fund as follows, effective October 24, 2013. POLICE DEPARTMENT/BRYNE CRIMINAL JUSTICE INNOVATION PROGRAM GRANT (BCJI) - ADD:(1) Community Outreach Specialist (Uncl), jc 300103, pg 2210 By: Police Chief and Interim Human Resources Director.
Amend the 2013 pay plan for the classified, unclassified, non-classified and Fire and Police employees of the City of Baton Rouge and Parish of East Baton Rouge, adopted by Ordinance #15422, dated 12/11/2012, so as to make the following changes, effective October 24, 2013. ADD: (1) Community Outreach Specialist (Unclassified), job code 300103, 2210 ($38,389-$53,139) By: Police Chief and Interim Human Resources Director.
Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a grant agreement and related documents with the U.S. Department of Justice Office of Justice Programs in the amount of $999,998. The grant will create a comprehensive, place-based plan to address priority crime issues in four interconnected neighborhoods along the border of 70805 and 70802. This program is funded 100% by federal funds. By: Mayor-President.
Authorization for the Mayor-President and/or Chairman of the Airport Commission to submit a grant application to the State of Louisiana, Department of Transportation, Office of Aviation for 100% State funding for a new Airport Rescue Fire Fighting Truck in the amount of $800,000.00; and authorization to accept and execute the Grant Agreement or any other necessary documents in connection therewith at the appropriate time. (Funding Source: State: $800,000.00) By: Director of Aviation.
A. Lot 213, Pecan Creek Nolan B. Johnson, III Brunswick Metro Council District 09 - Boe' Initial Bid Amount $ 200.00 Deposit Required (certified funds) $ 500.00 Appraised Value $126,000.00 Taxes Due $ 24,355.56 HIGH BIDDER: SHANTAMARIA BONIUS - $10,300.00 Intended Use: For Family.
B. Lot 16, Sherwood Oaks Park VALTT, L.L.C. North Sherwood Forest Blvd. Metro Council District 06 - Collins-Lewis Initial Bid Amount $ 400.00 Deposit Required (certified funds) $ 500.00 Appraised Value $ 3,000.00 Taxes Due $11,472.63 C. Lot 6, Square 19, Suburb Abramson W. T. Winfield North 29th Street Metro Council District 07 - Marcelle Initial Bid Amount $ 1,500.00 Deposit Required (certified funds) $ 500.00 Appraised Value $ 2,000.00 Taxes Due $ 1,347.39 D. Lot 7, Square 19, Suburb Abramson W. T. Winfield North 29th Street Metro Council District 07 - Marcelle Initial Bid Amount $ 1,500.00 Deposit Required (certified funds) $ 500.00 Appraised Value $ 2,000.00 Taxes Due $ 1,649.88 E. Lot 8, Square 1, Greenville Addition G T - Associates, Inc. North 39th Street Metro Council District 07 - Marcelle Initial Bid Amount $ 1,000.00 Deposit Required (certified funds) $ 500.00 Appraised Value $ 4,000.00 Taxes Due $ 4,395.36
A. VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT FIRE DISTRICT 8 - PRIDE: Consideration of reappointing or replacing Debra Ballard, whose term expires June 25, 2013, effective June 26, 2013. This appointment is for a two year term. B. VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS FIRE DISTRICT 4 - CENTRAL Consideration of reappointing or replacing Cliff Richardson, whose term expires September 16, 2013, effective September 17, 2013. This appointment is for a two year term.
CAPITAL AREA GROUND WATER CONSERVATION COMMISSION: Recommending the reappointment of Dr. John Westra to represent East Baton Rouge Parish. This recommendation must be forwarded to the Commission as soon as possible in order for the name to be submitted to the Governor.
CAPITAL AREA TRANSIT SYSTEM: One appointment to fill the unexpired term of Montrell McCaleb who resigned. Term Expires 12-31-2014.
LIBRARY BOARD OF CONTROL: One appointment to fill the unexpired term of Melanie Way who resigned. Term Expires May 15, 2016.
CHANGE ORDERS: 1. Project Title: Rotunda & Terminal Modifications Project Number: NA Original Estimated Cost: $10,004,088.00 Purchase Order Number: PO120207 Account Number: 492.0996002.651400.8981002 & 492.0996002.651400.8981005 Council Award Date: January 11, 2012 Contractor: J. Reed Constructors, Inc. Change Order Number: Two (2) Extend Contract time by 177 days Change Order Amount: $ 192,546.09 Original Contract Amount: $8,770,875.00 Net Previous Changes: $ 249,858.00 New Contract Amount: $9,213,279.09 Description: Rotunda & Terminal Modifications Why Required: Add/delete various items to complete project. 2. Project Title: Airline Highway-Goodwood Boulevard Area Sewer Rehabilitation Project - Phase I Project Number: 11-AR-MS-0027 Original Estimated Cost: $10,100,000.00 Purchase Order Number: PO121054 Account Number: 411.7578143.752400.6077221 Council Award Date: June 13, 2012 Contractor: Grady Crawford Construction Co., Inc. Change Order Number: 2 (Two) Change Order Amount: $ 4,500.00 Original Contract Amount: $8,985,770.27 Net Previous Changes: $ 78,291.92 New Contract Amount: $9,068,562.19 3. Project Title: South Wastewater Treatment Plant Wet Weather Improvements - Phase II Project Number: 08-TP-BD-0055 Original Estimated Cost: $109,065,000.00 Purchase Order Number: PO111564 Account Number: 441.7578523.752400.6057208 Council Award Date: October 26, 2011 Contractor: Brasfield & Gorrie, LLC Change Order Number: 4 (Four) (Extend contract for an additional 7 days) Change Order Amount: $ 714,894.80 Original Contract Amount: $111,251,000.00 Net Previous Changes: $(3,200,532.50) CREDIT New Contract Amount: $108,765,362.30 Description: Various changes for revised scope of work at the Effluent FM Outfall, Chlorine Contact Basin, and Standby Generator Facility. Also includes ($128,521) credit for value engineered cost savings to the demolition of the existing Wet Weather PS, rerouting of electrical duct banks, and PLC/HMI programming modifications. Why Required: Changes due to unforeseen site conditions, value engineered modifications, and owner-initiated direction. 4. Project Title: Central Consolidation, Consolidated Pump Stations Project Project Number: 09-PS-MS-0035 Original Estimated Cost: $16,400,000.00 Purchase Order Number: PO111598 Account Number: 441.7578713.752400.6087349 Council Award Date: October 26, 2011 Contractor: Layne Heavy Civil, Inc. (formerly Reynolds, Inc.) Change Order Number: 4 (Four) (Extend contract for 57 additional days)Change Order Amount: $ 376,215.09 Original Contract Amount: $20,497,631.90 Net Previous Changes: $ 570,692.80 New Contract Amount: $21,444,539.79 Description: Revised proposed 36" Force Main Tie-in to Existing 36" force main at PS 003, Revised manhole and piping at PS 004 and PS 010, revision to Bubbler Panels at PS 002, 003, 004, and 005, and Hurricane Isaac site preparations Why Required: Changes due to unforeseen site conditions, utility conflicts and owner-initiated direction 5. Project Title: Bluebonnet Blvd. / Jefferson Highway Area Sewer Rehabilitation Project, Phase II Project Number: 10-AR-MS-0043 Original Estimated Cost: $5,500,000.00 Purchase Order Number: PO111165 Account Number: 411.7578133.752400.6077214 Council Award Date: June 9, 2011 Contractor: Layne Heavy Civil (formerly Reynolds, Inc.) Change Order Number: 2 (Two) (Final) (Extend Contract for 227 days) Change Order Amount: ($ 730,027.76) CREDIT Original Contract Amount: $4,482,896.35 Net Previous Changes: $ 325,412.26 New Contract Amount: $4,078,280.85 Description: To reduce total project cost based on final adjustment of quantities Why Required: Project Closeout 6. Project Title: South Boulevard - Saint Joseph Street & 25th Street - North Acadian Sewer Upgrades Project Number: 08-GS-ST-0018 & 09-GS-UF-0008 Original Estimated Cost: $14,200,000.00 Purchase Order Number: PO100929 Account Number: 411.7578213.752400.6087341; 415.7578213.752400.6087341; 431.7578213.752400.6087341; 421.7578213.752400.6087341; 433.7578213.752400.6087341; 430.7578213.752400.6087341 Council Award Date: June 23, 2010 Contractor: Layne Heavy Civil (formerly Reynolds, Inc.) Change Order Number: 4 (Four) (Final) Change Order Amount: ($ 1,517,310.57)(CREDIT) Original Contract Amount: $17,965,049.20 Net Previous Changes: $ 1,219,668.13 New Contract Amount: $17,667,406.76 Description: To reduce total project cost based on final adjustment of quantities Why Required: Project Closeout
1. Energy Managements System at the Traffic Engineering Building Project 12-BMC-CP-1001 - Account 012.7010000.632180- Council Award Date: Contractor: Siemens, Inc Estimated Cost: $70,000.00 Contract Amount: $68,500.00 Total Change Orders (): 0.00 Final Cost: $68,500.00 Days Allocated: 60 Days Used: 60 Liquidated Damages: None 2. Acadian Thruway - Claycut Road Area Sewer Rehabilitation Project Project 10-AR-BD-0046 - Account 411.7578123.752400.6077217; 433.7578123.752400.6077217; 434.7578123.752400.6077217 - Council Award Date: October 12, 2011 Contractor: Allen and LeBlanc, LLC Estimated Cost: $6,900,000.00 Contract Amount: $6,297,277.60 Total Change Orders (2): ($1,417,490.31) CREDIT Final Cost: $4,879,787.29 Days Allocated: 544 Days Used: 544 Liquidated Damages: None 3. Bluebonnet Blvd./Jefferson Hwy. Area Sewer Rehabilitation Project - Phase II Project 10-AR-MS-0043 - Account 411.7578133.752400.6077214- Council Award Date: June 08, 2011 Contractor: Layne Heavy Civil (formerly Reynolds, Inc) Estimated Cost: $5,500,000.00 Contract Amount: $4,482,896.35 Total Change Orders (2): ($404,615.50) CREDIT Final Cost: $4,078,280.85 Days Allocated: 574 Days Used: 574 Liquidated Damages: None 4. Sharp Road/Florida Boulevard Area Sewer Rehabilitation Project Project 09-AR-BD-0013- Account 411.7578123.752400.6077217; 433.7578123.752400.6077217; 434.7578123.752400.6077217 - Council Award Date: June 9, 2010 Contractor: Layne Heavy Civil (formerly Reynolds, Inc) Estimated Cost: $18,000,000.00 Contract Amount: $17,492,855.00 Total Change Orders(1): ($ 1,423,675.25) CREDIT Final Cost: $16,069,179.75 Days Allocated: 741 Days Used: 741 Liquidated Damages: None 5. South Boulevard - Saint Joseph Street & 25th Street - North Acadian Sewer Upgrades Project 08-GS-ST-0018 & 09-GS-UF-0008- Account - 411.7578213.752400.6087341; 415.7578213.752400.6087341; 431.7578213.752400.6087341; 421.7578213.752400.6087341; 433.7578213.752400.6087341; 430.7578213.752400.6087341 Council Award Date: June 23, 2010 Contractor: Layne Heavy Civil (formerly Reynolds, Inc) Estimated Cost: $14,200,000.00 Contract Amount: $17,965,049.20 Total Change Orders (4): ($ 297,642.44)(CREDIT) Final Cost: $17,667,406.76 Days Allocated: 850 Days Used: 850 Liquidated Damages: None
C. ACCEPTANCE OF LOW BIDS: *LOCAL **IN STATE 1. Sales Tax Street and Road Rehabilitation Program Project 13-11 (Streets in Iberville Terrace) Project 13-AO-ST-0040- Account 147.7210012.647100.2025413 ESTIMATE: $628,482.97 **R. J. Daigle and Sons Contractors, Inc $531,205.00 *Barber Brothers Contracting Company, LLC $550,563.00 *F. G. Sullivan, Jr. Contractor, LLC $567,165.00 **Barrier Construction Company $598,739.75 *Coastal Bridge Company, LLC $620,490.25 2. ACCEPTING THE BIDS RECEIVED FOR THE PAINTING OF THE BTR TERMINAL CANOPY. (ACCOUNT NO: 482.0985002.647900.8850002). ESTIMATE: $70,000 Bidders Bid Amount Bob’s Painting Company $ 65,000.00 Blue Ribbon Painting, LLC $ 80,300.00 Turnkey Residential Construction $ 108,000.00 Rust Busters Painting, LLC $ 275,700.00 3. ACCEPTING THE BIDS RECEIVED FOR THE FLOOR CARE IN THE TERMINAL BUILDING AT THE BTR METRO AIRPORT (TERM JANUARY 1, 2014 – DECEMBER 31, 2014. (ACCOUNT NO: 481.0940002.642210.0000000) ESTIMATE: $100,000 Bidders Bid Amount Imperial Janitorial Service $107,928.00 Crockett Janitorial $110,480.00 Jani-King $135,368.00 Jani-Care $183,060.00 Primero Services Inc. Service Master $207,016.00 Buckley Services, Inc. $210,440.00 Sparkling Touch, LLC $255,200.00 Supreme Janitorial Service $363,480.00 First Class Cleaning, LLC $852,400.00
Authorizing the Mayor President to execute an Agreement with the State of Louisiana, Department of Transportation and Development, that provides for construction through the Federal Off-System Bridge Rehabilitation and Replacement Program in connection with the Woodlake Drive Bridge Over Jones Creek being; State and Federal Aid Project No. H.006080.6 and in association with City-Parish Project No. 10-FM-MS-008A (O'Neal Lane Force Main Group A). Construction funding under this agreement, in the amount of $90,015.00, shall be non-participating under the federal program and is therefore a 100% local cost in accordance with the terms of the agreement. (Acct No. 442.7578223.752400.6087362) By: Director of Public Works.
E.Authorizing the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute a Contract For Appraisal Services with James, Inc. in connection with Sherwood Forest Blvd - Goodwood Blvd Sewer Area Upgrades, being Project No. 11-FM-MS-0023 in an amount not to exceed $37,714.00. (Account No. 433.7578223.750120.6087374) By: Director of Public Works. F. Authorizing the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute a Contract For Appraisal Services with The Lakvold Group, LLC in connection with Sanitary Sewer System Upgrades, South Forced Lower Basin Capacity Improvements SGU-C-0005 (Oak Villa Blvd.-Monterrey Blvd.), being Project No. 11-FM-MS-0025 in an amount not to exceed $23,571.00. (Account No.434.7578223.750120.6087375) By: Director of Public Works. G. Authorizing the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute a Contract For Appraisal Services with George Platt, Inc. in connection with Sanitary Sewer System Upgrades, South Forced Lower Basin Capacity Improvements SGU-C-0005 (Oak Villa Blvd.-Monterrey Blvd.), being Project No. 11-FM-MS-0025 in an amount not to exceed $23,571.00. (Account No. 434.7578223.750120.6087375) By: Director of Public Works.
H. Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a Wetland Mitigation Contract with First Louisiana Resource, LLC to satisfy mitigation requirements assigned by the US Army Corps of Engineers in connection with South Forcemain System Capacity Improvement Project SFL-C-0003(Multiple Pump Stations, Burbank Drive - Siegen Lane), being Project No. 11-PS-MS-0026 in an amount of $20,850.00. (Account No.415.7578323.750120.6087376) By: Director of Public Works.
Authorizing the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute a Contract For Appraisal Services with L. Smith Real Estate Group, LLC in connection with Sherwood Forest Blvd - Goodwood Blvd Sewer Area Upgrades, being Project No. 11-FM-MS-0023 in an amount not to exceed $37,714.00. (Account No.433.7578223.750120.6087374) By: Director of Public Works.
Authorizing the Mayor-President to approve the contract with Christmas Depot to provide consulting, labor and equipment for the Festival of Lights, in an amount not to exceed $40,000. (Account No. 012.7001000.643550.4000000) By: Director of Public Works.
Authorizing the Mayor-President to approve the Director of Public Works to hire (1) Public Works Operations Manager, job code 109725 at Pay Grade 2250 ($46,662 - $64,591) at step 9 ($59,110). By: Director of Public Works.
Authorization for the Mayor-President and/or Chairman of the Airport Commission to execute Supplemental Agreement No. 1 to the Stein Engineers, Inc. Professional Services Contract for construction services associated with the Parking Garage Structural Repairs - Phase I, in an amount not to exceed $5,000.00 (Account No. 487.0984002.647200.8940012). By: Director of Aviation.
Authorization for the Mayor-President and/or Chairman of the Airport Commission to execute Supplemental Agreement No. 1 with Michael Baker Jr., Inc. for special services (Task Order No. 1.1- A-GIS, Design/As-built Survey) required for the development of runway approaches for the Runway 22R CAT II, ILS and Runway 4L/22R Threshold Recovery projects in an amount not to exceed $201,858.00; and authorization to execute any and all necessary documents in connection therewith at the appropriate time (Account no. 482.0989002.652200.8188998) By: Director of Aviation.
Authorization for the Mayor-President and/or Chairman of the Airport Commission to execute Supplemental Agreement No. 6 to the Washer, Hill & Lipscomb Architecture Contract for additional construction services for the Rotunda & Terminal Modifications project in an amount not to exceed $66,835.00. (Account No. 492.0996202.651400.8981005) By: Director of Aviation.
Authorization for the Mayor-President and/or Chairman of the Airport Commission to execute a Professional Services Agreement with Assaf, Simmoneaux, Tauzin & Associates, Inc. for preliminary design, design, and construction services for the Terminal Building Emergency Generator in an amount not to exceed $157,222.13 (Account no. 482.0989002.651900.8490503) By: Director of Aviation.
Authorization for the Mayor-President and/or Chairman of the Airport Commission to request 100% reimbursement from the State Aviation Trust Fund to reimburse the Airport for costs associated with the FAA Reimbursable Agreements for the Runway 4L-22R Threshold Recovery & LLWAS projects in the amount of $417,761.00. By: Director of Aviation.
Authorization for the Mayor-President and/or Chairman of the Airport Commission to request the State of Louisiana for FY 2014/2015 Capital Outlay funding for the Airport Aviation Business Park in the amount of $2,000,000.00 for year 1, and $2,200,000.00 for year 2; and authorizing the execution of any and all necessary documents in connection therewith at the appropriate time. By: Director of Aviation.
Authorization for the Mayor-President and/or Chairman of the Airport Commission to execute Supplemental Agreement No. 1 to the Star Service Inc. Professional Services Contract to inspect and clean approximately 120 VAV boxes in the Airport Terminal Building air conditioning and heating system in an amount not to exceed $20,100.00 (Account No. 481.0940002.6433550.) By: Director of Aviation.
S. Authorizing the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute Supplemental Agreement No. 1 to the Contract for Engineering Services with Gulf Engineers & Consultants, Inc. (G.E.C.), w/subconsultants: Volkert, Inc.; GOTECH, Inc.; Ardaman & Associates, Inc.; Crump Wilson Architects, LLC; Clemson Engineering Hydraulics, Inc.; for additional engineering services in connection with the Multiple Pump Stations, Highway 61 - Plank Road Project, being Project No. 11-PS-MS-0035 in the amount of $77,279.29. (Account No. 441.7578333.752200.6087380) By: Director of Public Works. T. Authorizing the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute a Contract For Acquisition and Relocation Services with Professional Engineering Consultants Corporation in connection with Hooper Road Pump Stations Capacity Improvements Project, being Project No. 10-PS-MS-0048 in an amount not to exceed $22,500.00. (Account No. 411.7578333.750120.6087368) By: Director of Public Works.
U. Authorizing the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute Supplemental Agreement No. 4 to the Contract for Engineering Services with Shread-Kuyrkendall & Associates, Inc. for additional engineering services in connection with Capitol Lake Drive - Gayosa Street Area Capacity Improvements, Project No. 07-PS-BD-0048 in an amount of $67,897.99. (Account No. 411.7578213.752200.6087341; 415.7578213.752200.6087341) By: Director of Public Works. V. Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute Supplemental Agreement No. 1 with Forte & Tablada, Inc. for engineering services in association with the Green Light Plan Old Hammond Highway (LA 426) (Segment 1) project, having City-Parish Project No. 12-CS-HC-0043 in an amount not to exceed $45,565.10. (Account No. 374.7260522.652200.5925512) By: Director of Public Works. W. Authorizing the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute Supplemental Agreement No. 2 to the Contract for Engineering Services with Forte & Tablada, Inc., w/subconsultant: GeoEngineers, Inc., for additional engineering services in connection with the South Gravity System Capacity Improvement Project SGU-C-0003 (Sherwood Forest Blvd - Goodwood Blvd Pipeline Project), being Project No. 11-FM-MS-0005, for an amount not to exceed $26,598.79. (Account No. 411.7578223.752200.6087374) By: Director of Public Works.
Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute an agreement with Stantec Consulting Services for professional services providing consulting service to support the development and implementation of Downtown Development District Projects being, , in an amount not to exceed $45,000.00.(Account No. 012.7001000.652300.400000) By: Director of Public Works.
Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a contract with Craig Hebert Engineering, LLC, for professional services in connection with the Library Branch Exterior Lighting Replacement (Project No. 13-ASD-CP-0012), in an amount not to exceed $22,500.00. (Account No. 111.1200015.643540.0000000) By: Director of Public Works.
Authorizing the Mayor President to execute an Agreement with the State of Louisiana, Department of Transportation and Development, that provides for construction through the Federal Surface Transportation Program (STP>200k) in connection with the OLOL Medical Complex Area Streets Rehabilitation Improvements being, City-Parish Project No. 12-CR-ST-0023, and State and Federal Aid Project No. H.010650. Construction funding for this project will be at an 80% Federal and 20% local cost share in accordance with the terms of the agreement. (Account No. 147.7210012.647100.2010213) By: Director of Public Works.
Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a Consulting Services Agreement with URS Corporation for environmental consulting services at the East Baton Rouge Renewable Energy Center (formerly Devil's Swamp Landfill), in an amount not to exceed $27,500. By: Director of Public Works.
Certifying to the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development that the City of Baton Rouge and Parish of East Baton Rouge Agree to Certain Stipulations Required By the LADOTD as prerequisites for participation by the City of Baton Rouge and Parish of East Baton Rouge in the Off-System Bridge Replacement Program. By: Director of Public Works.
Authorization to amend Metropolitan Council Resolution No. 43219, Adopted April 28, 2004 to include the Airport Aviation Business Park, Planning and Construction project. By: Director of Aviation.
Amending Title 1, Chapter 1, Part IV, Section 1:2 (a). "Order of Business at Regular Meetings" so as to remove Presentations and Special Recognitions from the Metropolitan Council Agenda. By: Councilmen Loupe and Wilson.
An Ordinance, Amending Baton Rouge Code of Ordinances, Title 1 (Municipal and Parish Organization), Chapter 1 (Governing Body), Part 1 (Rules of Procedure), Section 1:1(a), so as to add provisions for presentations and special recognitions at council meetings and zoning meetings. By: Councilwoman Daniel.
GG. Rescinding and directing the Clerk of Court to cancel the Decision and Order recorded on August 1, 2013, at Original 251, Bundle 12518, in "City of Baton Rouge V. BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. - Abatement Proceeding NO. 13-2013-07-24 (1332 St. Alban's Drive, LOT 96, Kensington Estates Subdivision). By: Councilman Loupe. HH. Rescinding and directing the Clerk of Court to cancel the Decision and Order recorded on April 24, 2009, at Original 530, Bundle 12143, in "City of Baton Rouge V. Clifford W. Miles - Abatement Proceeding No. Ab01-2009-04-22 (10831 Cedar Bend Avenue). By: Councilwoman Edwards. II. Rescinding and directing the Clerk of Court to cancel the Decision and Order recorded on October 16, 2013 at Original 247 of Bundle 12537 in the matter of "City of Baton Rouge vs. Wright Williams, Sr., Wright Williams, Jr., Shawn L. Ware, Kenneth L. Williams, George Kelvin Williams & Debra J. Jackson" - Condemnation Proceeding No. 9104 (2626 Lula Avenue; Lot 4 & West ½ of 5, Square 14, Bogan Subdivision). By: Councilwoman Marcelle. JJ. Rescinding and directing the Clerk of Court to cancel the Decision and Order recorded on May 28, 2013 at Original 715 of Bundle 12501 in the matter of "City of Baton Rouge vs. Annie Turner White, Julia White Harris, & Bessie White Baker" - Condemnation Proceeding No. 9036 (2802 Lula Avenue; Lot 1 & West ½ of 2, Square 12, Bogan Subdivision). By: Councilwoman Marcelle.
Discussion concerning the Biggert-Waters Flood Insurance Reform Act of 2012 and the resultant flood insurance cost increases and how they affect EBRP. By: Councilmembers Heck and Welch.
OO. A resolution providing for canvassing the returns and declaring the results of the special election held in the Brownsfield Fire Protection District No. 3 of the Parish of East Baton Rouge, State of Louisiana, on Saturday, October 19, 2013, for the purpose of authorizing renewal of the levy and collection of a ten (10) mills ad valorem tax for a period of ten (10) years for fire protection purposes of the Brownsfield Fire Protection District No. 3 of the Parish of East Baton Rouge, State of Louisiana; and providing for other matters in connection therewith. By: Bond Counsel. PP. A resolution providing for canvassing the returns and declaring the results of the special election held in the Brownsfield Fire Protection District No. 3 of the Parish of East Baton Rouge, State of Louisiana, on Saturday, October 19, 2013, for the purpose of authorizing the levy and collection of a ten (10) mills ad valorem tax for a period of ten (10) years for fire protection purposes of the Brownsfield Fire Protection District No. 3 of the Parish of East Baton Rouge, State of Louisiana; and providing for other matters in connection therewith. By: Bond Counsel. QQ. A resolution providing for canvassing the returns and declaring the results of the special election held by the Parish of East Baton Rouge, Louisiana, on Saturday, October 19, 2013, for the purpose of authorizing the renewal of the levy and collection of an ad valorem tax of 3.13 mills on all property subject to taxation within the boundaries of the Parish of East Baton Rouge, State of Louisiana, for a period of ten (10) years, to provide funds to the Department of Emergency Medical Services of the Parish of East Baton Rouge, State of Louisiana to be used entirely and exclusively to pay the operation and maintenance costs and expenses of providing emergency medical services within the Parish of East Baton Rouge, State of Louisiana; and providing for other matters in connection therewith. By: Bond Counsel.
Waiving the provisions of Title 9 (Licensing and Regulation of Trades and Occupations), Chapter 18 (Wine, Beer and Liquor), Section 1006 (Hours of Operation and Closing Times for Licensed or Permitted Businesses and Organizations) of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Baton Rouge and Parish of East Baton Rouge, so as to allow the Catfish Queen Partnership in Commendam, operating in the Atrium at the Belle of Baton Rouge Casino, to extend its hours of operation by two hours on the morning of October 27, 2013. By: Councilwoman Marcelle.
Amending the provisions of Title 9 (Licensing and Regulation of Trades and Occupations), 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 amend Section 1004 (Organizations and Businesses Exempted from License Requirements), Subsection (A). By: Councilwoman Daniel.
Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a contract with Dr. Michael Stuart for infectious disease treatment to the inmates of the East Baton Rouge Parish Prison in an amount not to exceed $50,000 for the calendar year 2013. By: EMS Director
Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a contract with Hood Dental for dental services to the inmates of the East Baton Rouge Parish Prison in an amount not to exceed $25,000 for the calendar year 2013. By: EMS Director . ADJOURNMENT
Announcements & Adjournment
Oct 23, 2013 Metropolitan Council
1.CALL TO ORDER: 2.ROLL CALL: 3.INVOCATION: 4.PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: 5.PRESENTATIONS AND SPECIAL RECOGNITIONS: 6.ADOPTION AND APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Regular Council Meeting of October 9, 2013.
Introductions
Condemnation Items A - N Abatement Item O
Requesting a member of the Qualifications Review Committee for the CATS board to appear and give a report to the Metropolitan Council that includes but not limited to, a list of the board membership, an overview of their deliberations, and how they decided on their recommendations. By: Councilmembers Edwards and Amoroso.
A report to the Metropolitan Council by the Food Access Policy Commission. By: Councilman Loupe.
Granting to National Concrete Industries a franchise to construct and maintain benches for a period of 8 years, beginning January 1, 2014 and ending December 31, 2021, at locations and stops on bus routes in the City of Baton Rouge and to use and employ same for advertising; and providing a charge for other terms and conditions related thereto. By: Councilman Welch.
Consideration of suspending, rescinding or approving route and or fare changes approved by the CATS Board at their October 15, 2013 meeting in accordance with LRS. 48:1460 (9). By: CATS.
Receiving a report and presentation from HNTB regarding the City Parish Total Compensation Study. By: Councilwoman Marcelle.
Receiving a report from SEIU and having them present their analysis to the Metropolitan Council on the recent pay study and the 2010 pay study. By: Councilwoman Lewis.
Receiving a report from Judge Donald Johnson regarding the election of City Court and 19th Judicial District Court judges since redistricting. By: Councilwoman Marcelle.
Authorizing the Metropolitan Council to declare the immovable property and any attachments thereto known as the Western Remaining Area of lot 307-A, Inniswold Estates, being 22,043.3 square feet, after the acquisition of Parcel 2-14, fronting on Bluebonnet Blvd., not needed for a public purpose, and authorizing the said surplus property to be sold pursuant to Louisiana Revised Statute 33:4712 et seq. By: Parish Attorney & DPW.
Amending and re-adopting Ordinance 14266, known as the solid waste user fee ordinance, adopted December 12, 2007 so as to amend Section III (User Fees For Collection and Disposal-Established) effective January 1, 2014; and repealing all ordinances in conflict herewith and to provide the effect thereof. By: Finance and DPW Director.
Amending the Title IV-E reimbursement fund budget so as to appropriate $122,537.64 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.
Amending the 2013 current expense budget for the Hermitage Cross Creek Crime Prevention and Development District (HCCCPDD) so as to appropriate $13,100 from the South Burbank Crime Prevention & Development District (SBCPDD)in accordance with resolution passed by both districts. These resolutions release the SBCPDD from any further financial obligation to the HCCCPDD. By: Hermitage Cross Creek Crime Prevention & Development District.
Amend the 2013 allotment of positions for the City of Baton Rouge and Parish of East Baton Rouge, adopted by Ordinance #15423, dated 12/11/2012, so as to change the allotment of the Police Department Grant Fund as follows, effective October 24, 2013. POLICE DEPARTMENT/BRYNE CRIMINAL JUSTICE INNOVATION PROGRAM GRANT (BCJI) - ADD:(1) Community Outreach Specialist (Uncl), jc 300103, pg 2210 By: Police Chief and Interim Human Resources Director.
Amend the 2013 pay plan for the classified, unclassified, non-classified and Fire and Police employees of the City of Baton Rouge and Parish of East Baton Rouge, adopted by Ordinance #15422, dated 12/11/2012, so as to make the following changes, effective October 24, 2013. ADD: (1) Community Outreach Specialist (Unclassified), job code 300103, 2210 ($38,389-$53,139) By: Police Chief and Interim Human Resources Director.
Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a grant agreement and related documents with the U.S. Department of Justice Office of Justice Programs in the amount of $999,998. The grant will create a comprehensive, place-based plan to address priority crime issues in four interconnected neighborhoods along the border of 70805 and 70802. This program is funded 100% by federal funds. By: Mayor-President.
Authorization for the Mayor-President and/or Chairman of the Airport Commission to submit a grant application to the State of Louisiana, Department of Transportation, Office of Aviation for 100% State funding for a new Airport Rescue Fire Fighting Truck in the amount of $800,000.00; and authorization to accept and execute the Grant Agreement or any other necessary documents in connection therewith at the appropriate time. (Funding Source: State: $800,000.00) By: Director of Aviation.
A. Lot 213, Pecan Creek Nolan B. Johnson, III Brunswick Metro Council District 09 - Boe' Initial Bid Amount $ 200.00 Deposit Required (certified funds) $ 500.00 Appraised Value $126,000.00 Taxes Due $ 24,355.56 HIGH BIDDER: SHANTAMARIA BONIUS - $10,300.00 Intended Use: For Family.
B. Lot 16, Sherwood Oaks Park VALTT, L.L.C. North Sherwood Forest Blvd. Metro Council District 06 - Collins-Lewis Initial Bid Amount $ 400.00 Deposit Required (certified funds) $ 500.00 Appraised Value $ 3,000.00 Taxes Due $11,472.63 C. Lot 6, Square 19, Suburb Abramson W. T. Winfield North 29th Street Metro Council District 07 - Marcelle Initial Bid Amount $ 1,500.00 Deposit Required (certified funds) $ 500.00 Appraised Value $ 2,000.00 Taxes Due $ 1,347.39 D. Lot 7, Square 19, Suburb Abramson W. T. Winfield North 29th Street Metro Council District 07 - Marcelle Initial Bid Amount $ 1,500.00 Deposit Required (certified funds) $ 500.00 Appraised Value $ 2,000.00 Taxes Due $ 1,649.88 E. Lot 8, Square 1, Greenville Addition G T - Associates, Inc. North 39th Street Metro Council District 07 - Marcelle Initial Bid Amount $ 1,000.00 Deposit Required (certified funds) $ 500.00 Appraised Value $ 4,000.00 Taxes Due $ 4,395.36
A. VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT FIRE DISTRICT 8 - PRIDE: Consideration of reappointing or replacing Debra Ballard, whose term expires June 25, 2013, effective June 26, 2013. This appointment is for a two year term. B. VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS FIRE DISTRICT 4 - CENTRAL Consideration of reappointing or replacing Cliff Richardson, whose term expires September 16, 2013, effective September 17, 2013. This appointment is for a two year term.
CAPITAL AREA GROUND WATER CONSERVATION COMMISSION: Recommending the reappointment of Dr. John Westra to represent East Baton Rouge Parish. This recommendation must be forwarded to the Commission as soon as possible in order for the name to be submitted to the Governor.
CAPITAL AREA TRANSIT SYSTEM: One appointment to fill the unexpired term of Montrell McCaleb who resigned. Term Expires 12-31-2014.
LIBRARY BOARD OF CONTROL: One appointment to fill the unexpired term of Melanie Way who resigned. Term Expires May 15, 2016.
CHANGE ORDERS: 1. Project Title: Rotunda & Terminal Modifications Project Number: NA Original Estimated Cost: $10,004,088.00 Purchase Order Number: PO120207 Account Number: 492.0996002.651400.8981002 & 492.0996002.651400.8981005 Council Award Date: January 11, 2012 Contractor: J. Reed Constructors, Inc. Change Order Number: Two (2) Extend Contract time by 177 days Change Order Amount: $ 192,546.09 Original Contract Amount: $8,770,875.00 Net Previous Changes: $ 249,858.00 New Contract Amount: $9,213,279.09 Description: Rotunda & Terminal Modifications Why Required: Add/delete various items to complete project. 2. Project Title: Airline Highway-Goodwood Boulevard Area Sewer Rehabilitation Project - Phase I Project Number: 11-AR-MS-0027 Original Estimated Cost: $10,100,000.00 Purchase Order Number: PO121054 Account Number: 411.7578143.752400.6077221 Council Award Date: June 13, 2012 Contractor: Grady Crawford Construction Co., Inc. Change Order Number: 2 (Two) Change Order Amount: $ 4,500.00 Original Contract Amount: $8,985,770.27 Net Previous Changes: $ 78,291.92 New Contract Amount: $9,068,562.19 3. Project Title: South Wastewater Treatment Plant Wet Weather Improvements - Phase II Project Number: 08-TP-BD-0055 Original Estimated Cost: $109,065,000.00 Purchase Order Number: PO111564 Account Number: 441.7578523.752400.6057208 Council Award Date: October 26, 2011 Contractor: Brasfield & Gorrie, LLC Change Order Number: 4 (Four) (Extend contract for an additional 7 days) Change Order Amount: $ 714,894.80 Original Contract Amount: $111,251,000.00 Net Previous Changes: $(3,200,532.50) CREDIT New Contract Amount: $108,765,362.30 Description: Various changes for revised scope of work at the Effluent FM Outfall, Chlorine Contact Basin, and Standby Generator Facility. Also includes ($128,521) credit for value engineered cost savings to the demolition of the existing Wet Weather PS, rerouting of electrical duct banks, and PLC/HMI programming modifications. Why Required: Changes due to unforeseen site conditions, value engineered modifications, and owner-initiated direction. 4. Project Title: Central Consolidation, Consolidated Pump Stations Project Project Number: 09-PS-MS-0035 Original Estimated Cost: $16,400,000.00 Purchase Order Number: PO111598 Account Number: 441.7578713.752400.6087349 Council Award Date: October 26, 2011 Contractor: Layne Heavy Civil, Inc. (formerly Reynolds, Inc.) Change Order Number: 4 (Four) (Extend contract for 57 additional days)Change Order Amount: $ 376,215.09 Original Contract Amount: $20,497,631.90 Net Previous Changes: $ 570,692.80 New Contract Amount: $21,444,539.79 Description: Revised proposed 36" Force Main Tie-in to Existing 36" force main at PS 003, Revised manhole and piping at PS 004 and PS 010, revision to Bubbler Panels at PS 002, 003, 004, and 005, and Hurricane Isaac site preparations Why Required: Changes due to unforeseen site conditions, utility conflicts and owner-initiated direction 5. Project Title: Bluebonnet Blvd. / Jefferson Highway Area Sewer Rehabilitation Project, Phase II Project Number: 10-AR-MS-0043 Original Estimated Cost: $5,500,000.00 Purchase Order Number: PO111165 Account Number: 411.7578133.752400.6077214 Council Award Date: June 9, 2011 Contractor: Layne Heavy Civil (formerly Reynolds, Inc.) Change Order Number: 2 (Two) (Final) (Extend Contract for 227 days) Change Order Amount: ($ 730,027.76) CREDIT Original Contract Amount: $4,482,896.35 Net Previous Changes: $ 325,412.26 New Contract Amount: $4,078,280.85 Description: To reduce total project cost based on final adjustment of quantities Why Required: Project Closeout 6. Project Title: South Boulevard - Saint Joseph Street & 25th Street - North Acadian Sewer Upgrades Project Number: 08-GS-ST-0018 & 09-GS-UF-0008 Original Estimated Cost: $14,200,000.00 Purchase Order Number: PO100929 Account Number: 411.7578213.752400.6087341; 415.7578213.752400.6087341; 431.7578213.752400.6087341; 421.7578213.752400.6087341; 433.7578213.752400.6087341; 430.7578213.752400.6087341 Council Award Date: June 23, 2010 Contractor: Layne Heavy Civil (formerly Reynolds, Inc.) Change Order Number: 4 (Four) (Final) Change Order Amount: ($ 1,517,310.57)(CREDIT) Original Contract Amount: $17,965,049.20 Net Previous Changes: $ 1,219,668.13 New Contract Amount: $17,667,406.76 Description: To reduce total project cost based on final adjustment of quantities Why Required: Project Closeout
1. Energy Managements System at the Traffic Engineering Building Project 12-BMC-CP-1001 - Account 012.7010000.632180- Council Award Date: Contractor: Siemens, Inc Estimated Cost: $70,000.00 Contract Amount: $68,500.00 Total Change Orders (): 0.00 Final Cost: $68,500.00 Days Allocated: 60 Days Used: 60 Liquidated Damages: None 2. Acadian Thruway - Claycut Road Area Sewer Rehabilitation Project Project 10-AR-BD-0046 - Account 411.7578123.752400.6077217; 433.7578123.752400.6077217; 434.7578123.752400.6077217 - Council Award Date: October 12, 2011 Contractor: Allen and LeBlanc, LLC Estimated Cost: $6,900,000.00 Contract Amount: $6,297,277.60 Total Change Orders (2): ($1,417,490.31) CREDIT Final Cost: $4,879,787.29 Days Allocated: 544 Days Used: 544 Liquidated Damages: None 3. Bluebonnet Blvd./Jefferson Hwy. Area Sewer Rehabilitation Project - Phase II Project 10-AR-MS-0043 - Account 411.7578133.752400.6077214- Council Award Date: June 08, 2011 Contractor: Layne Heavy Civil (formerly Reynolds, Inc) Estimated Cost: $5,500,000.00 Contract Amount: $4,482,896.35 Total Change Orders (2): ($404,615.50) CREDIT Final Cost: $4,078,280.85 Days Allocated: 574 Days Used: 574 Liquidated Damages: None 4. Sharp Road/Florida Boulevard Area Sewer Rehabilitation Project Project 09-AR-BD-0013- Account 411.7578123.752400.6077217; 433.7578123.752400.6077217; 434.7578123.752400.6077217 - Council Award Date: June 9, 2010 Contractor: Layne Heavy Civil (formerly Reynolds, Inc) Estimated Cost: $18,000,000.00 Contract Amount: $17,492,855.00 Total Change Orders(1): ($ 1,423,675.25) CREDIT Final Cost: $16,069,179.75 Days Allocated: 741 Days Used: 741 Liquidated Damages: None 5. South Boulevard - Saint Joseph Street & 25th Street - North Acadian Sewer Upgrades Project 08-GS-ST-0018 & 09-GS-UF-0008- Account - 411.7578213.752400.6087341; 415.7578213.752400.6087341; 431.7578213.752400.6087341; 421.7578213.752400.6087341; 433.7578213.752400.6087341; 430.7578213.752400.6087341 Council Award Date: June 23, 2010 Contractor: Layne Heavy Civil (formerly Reynolds, Inc) Estimated Cost: $14,200,000.00 Contract Amount: $17,965,049.20 Total Change Orders (4): ($ 297,642.44)(CREDIT) Final Cost: $17,667,406.76 Days Allocated: 850 Days Used: 850 Liquidated Damages: None
C. ACCEPTANCE OF LOW BIDS: *LOCAL **IN STATE 1. Sales Tax Street and Road Rehabilitation Program Project 13-11 (Streets in Iberville Terrace) Project 13-AO-ST-0040- Account 147.7210012.647100.2025413 ESTIMATE: $628,482.97 **R. J. Daigle and Sons Contractors, Inc $531,205.00 *Barber Brothers Contracting Company, LLC $550,563.00 *F. G. Sullivan, Jr. Contractor, LLC $567,165.00 **Barrier Construction Company $598,739.75 *Coastal Bridge Company, LLC $620,490.25 2. ACCEPTING THE BIDS RECEIVED FOR THE PAINTING OF THE BTR TERMINAL CANOPY. (ACCOUNT NO: 482.0985002.647900.8850002). ESTIMATE: $70,000 Bidders Bid Amount Bob’s Painting Company $ 65,000.00 Blue Ribbon Painting, LLC $ 80,300.00 Turnkey Residential Construction $ 108,000.00 Rust Busters Painting, LLC $ 275,700.00 3. ACCEPTING THE BIDS RECEIVED FOR THE FLOOR CARE IN THE TERMINAL BUILDING AT THE BTR METRO AIRPORT (TERM JANUARY 1, 2014 – DECEMBER 31, 2014. (ACCOUNT NO: 481.0940002.642210.0000000) ESTIMATE: $100,000 Bidders Bid Amount Imperial Janitorial Service $107,928.00 Crockett Janitorial $110,480.00 Jani-King $135,368.00 Jani-Care $183,060.00 Primero Services Inc. Service Master $207,016.00 Buckley Services, Inc. $210,440.00 Sparkling Touch, LLC $255,200.00 Supreme Janitorial Service $363,480.00 First Class Cleaning, LLC $852,400.00
Authorizing the Mayor President to execute an Agreement with the State of Louisiana, Department of Transportation and Development, that provides for construction through the Federal Off-System Bridge Rehabilitation and Replacement Program in connection with the Woodlake Drive Bridge Over Jones Creek being; State and Federal Aid Project No. H.006080.6 and in association with City-Parish Project No. 10-FM-MS-008A (O'Neal Lane Force Main Group A). Construction funding under this agreement, in the amount of $90,015.00, shall be non-participating under the federal program and is therefore a 100% local cost in accordance with the terms of the agreement. (Acct No. 442.7578223.752400.6087362) By: Director of Public Works.
E.Authorizing the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute a Contract For Appraisal Services with James, Inc. in connection with Sherwood Forest Blvd - Goodwood Blvd Sewer Area Upgrades, being Project No. 11-FM-MS-0023 in an amount not to exceed $37,714.00. (Account No. 433.7578223.750120.6087374) By: Director of Public Works. F. Authorizing the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute a Contract For Appraisal Services with The Lakvold Group, LLC in connection with Sanitary Sewer System Upgrades, South Forced Lower Basin Capacity Improvements SGU-C-0005 (Oak Villa Blvd.-Monterrey Blvd.), being Project No. 11-FM-MS-0025 in an amount not to exceed $23,571.00. (Account No.434.7578223.750120.6087375) By: Director of Public Works. G. Authorizing the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute a Contract For Appraisal Services with George Platt, Inc. in connection with Sanitary Sewer System Upgrades, South Forced Lower Basin Capacity Improvements SGU-C-0005 (Oak Villa Blvd.-Monterrey Blvd.), being Project No. 11-FM-MS-0025 in an amount not to exceed $23,571.00. (Account No. 434.7578223.750120.6087375) By: Director of Public Works.
H. Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a Wetland Mitigation Contract with First Louisiana Resource, LLC to satisfy mitigation requirements assigned by the US Army Corps of Engineers in connection with South Forcemain System Capacity Improvement Project SFL-C-0003(Multiple Pump Stations, Burbank Drive - Siegen Lane), being Project No. 11-PS-MS-0026 in an amount of $20,850.00. (Account No.415.7578323.750120.6087376) By: Director of Public Works.
Authorizing the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute a Contract For Appraisal Services with L. Smith Real Estate Group, LLC in connection with Sherwood Forest Blvd - Goodwood Blvd Sewer Area Upgrades, being Project No. 11-FM-MS-0023 in an amount not to exceed $37,714.00. (Account No.433.7578223.750120.6087374) By: Director of Public Works.
Authorizing the Mayor-President to approve the contract with Christmas Depot to provide consulting, labor and equipment for the Festival of Lights, in an amount not to exceed $40,000. (Account No. 012.7001000.643550.4000000) By: Director of Public Works.
Authorizing the Mayor-President to approve the Director of Public Works to hire (1) Public Works Operations Manager, job code 109725 at Pay Grade 2250 ($46,662 - $64,591) at step 9 ($59,110). By: Director of Public Works.
Authorization for the Mayor-President and/or Chairman of the Airport Commission to execute Supplemental Agreement No. 1 to the Stein Engineers, Inc. Professional Services Contract for construction services associated with the Parking Garage Structural Repairs - Phase I, in an amount not to exceed $5,000.00 (Account No. 487.0984002.647200.8940012). By: Director of Aviation.
Authorization for the Mayor-President and/or Chairman of the Airport Commission to execute Supplemental Agreement No. 1 with Michael Baker Jr., Inc. for special services (Task Order No. 1.1- A-GIS, Design/As-built Survey) required for the development of runway approaches for the Runway 22R CAT II, ILS and Runway 4L/22R Threshold Recovery projects in an amount not to exceed $201,858.00; and authorization to execute any and all necessary documents in connection therewith at the appropriate time (Account no. 482.0989002.652200.8188998) By: Director of Aviation.
Authorization for the Mayor-President and/or Chairman of the Airport Commission to execute Supplemental Agreement No. 6 to the Washer, Hill & Lipscomb Architecture Contract for additional construction services for the Rotunda & Terminal Modifications project in an amount not to exceed $66,835.00. (Account No. 492.0996202.651400.8981005) By: Director of Aviation.
Authorization for the Mayor-President and/or Chairman of the Airport Commission to execute a Professional Services Agreement with Assaf, Simmoneaux, Tauzin & Associates, Inc. for preliminary design, design, and construction services for the Terminal Building Emergency Generator in an amount not to exceed $157,222.13 (Account no. 482.0989002.651900.8490503) By: Director of Aviation.
Authorization for the Mayor-President and/or Chairman of the Airport Commission to request 100% reimbursement from the State Aviation Trust Fund to reimburse the Airport for costs associated with the FAA Reimbursable Agreements for the Runway 4L-22R Threshold Recovery & LLWAS projects in the amount of $417,761.00. By: Director of Aviation.
Authorization for the Mayor-President and/or Chairman of the Airport Commission to request the State of Louisiana for FY 2014/2015 Capital Outlay funding for the Airport Aviation Business Park in the amount of $2,000,000.00 for year 1, and $2,200,000.00 for year 2; and authorizing the execution of any and all necessary documents in connection therewith at the appropriate time. By: Director of Aviation.
Authorization for the Mayor-President and/or Chairman of the Airport Commission to execute Supplemental Agreement No. 1 to the Star Service Inc. Professional Services Contract to inspect and clean approximately 120 VAV boxes in the Airport Terminal Building air conditioning and heating system in an amount not to exceed $20,100.00 (Account No. 481.0940002.6433550.) By: Director of Aviation.
S. Authorizing the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute Supplemental Agreement No. 1 to the Contract for Engineering Services with Gulf Engineers & Consultants, Inc. (G.E.C.), w/subconsultants: Volkert, Inc.; GOTECH, Inc.; Ardaman & Associates, Inc.; Crump Wilson Architects, LLC; Clemson Engineering Hydraulics, Inc.; for additional engineering services in connection with the Multiple Pump Stations, Highway 61 - Plank Road Project, being Project No. 11-PS-MS-0035 in the amount of $77,279.29. (Account No. 441.7578333.752200.6087380) By: Director of Public Works. T. Authorizing the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute a Contract For Acquisition and Relocation Services with Professional Engineering Consultants Corporation in connection with Hooper Road Pump Stations Capacity Improvements Project, being Project No. 10-PS-MS-0048 in an amount not to exceed $22,500.00. (Account No. 411.7578333.750120.6087368) By: Director of Public Works.
U. Authorizing the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute Supplemental Agreement No. 4 to the Contract for Engineering Services with Shread-Kuyrkendall & Associates, Inc. for additional engineering services in connection with Capitol Lake Drive - Gayosa Street Area Capacity Improvements, Project No. 07-PS-BD-0048 in an amount of $67,897.99. (Account No. 411.7578213.752200.6087341; 415.7578213.752200.6087341) By: Director of Public Works. V. Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute Supplemental Agreement No. 1 with Forte & Tablada, Inc. for engineering services in association with the Green Light Plan Old Hammond Highway (LA 426) (Segment 1) project, having City-Parish Project No. 12-CS-HC-0043 in an amount not to exceed $45,565.10. (Account No. 374.7260522.652200.5925512) By: Director of Public Works. W. Authorizing the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute Supplemental Agreement No. 2 to the Contract for Engineering Services with Forte & Tablada, Inc., w/subconsultant: GeoEngineers, Inc., for additional engineering services in connection with the South Gravity System Capacity Improvement Project SGU-C-0003 (Sherwood Forest Blvd - Goodwood Blvd Pipeline Project), being Project No. 11-FM-MS-0005, for an amount not to exceed $26,598.79. (Account No. 411.7578223.752200.6087374) By: Director of Public Works.
Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute an agreement with Stantec Consulting Services for professional services providing consulting service to support the development and implementation of Downtown Development District Projects being, , in an amount not to exceed $45,000.00.(Account No. 012.7001000.652300.400000) By: Director of Public Works.
Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a contract with Craig Hebert Engineering, LLC, for professional services in connection with the Library Branch Exterior Lighting Replacement (Project No. 13-ASD-CP-0012), in an amount not to exceed $22,500.00. (Account No. 111.1200015.643540.0000000) By: Director of Public Works.
Authorizing the Mayor President to execute an Agreement with the State of Louisiana, Department of Transportation and Development, that provides for construction through the Federal Surface Transportation Program (STP>200k) in connection with the OLOL Medical Complex Area Streets Rehabilitation Improvements being, City-Parish Project No. 12-CR-ST-0023, and State and Federal Aid Project No. H.010650. Construction funding for this project will be at an 80% Federal and 20% local cost share in accordance with the terms of the agreement. (Account No. 147.7210012.647100.2010213) By: Director of Public Works.
Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a Consulting Services Agreement with URS Corporation for environmental consulting services at the East Baton Rouge Renewable Energy Center (formerly Devil's Swamp Landfill), in an amount not to exceed $27,500. By: Director of Public Works.
Certifying to the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development that the City of Baton Rouge and Parish of East Baton Rouge Agree to Certain Stipulations Required By the LADOTD as prerequisites for participation by the City of Baton Rouge and Parish of East Baton Rouge in the Off-System Bridge Replacement Program. By: Director of Public Works.
Authorization to amend Metropolitan Council Resolution No. 43219, Adopted April 28, 2004 to include the Airport Aviation Business Park, Planning and Construction project. By: Director of Aviation.
Amending Title 1, Chapter 1, Part IV, Section 1:2 (a). "Order of Business at Regular Meetings" so as to remove Presentations and Special Recognitions from the Metropolitan Council Agenda. By: Councilmen Loupe and Wilson.
An Ordinance, Amending Baton Rouge Code of Ordinances, Title 1 (Municipal and Parish Organization), Chapter 1 (Governing Body), Part 1 (Rules of Procedure), Section 1:1(a), so as to add provisions for presentations and special recognitions at council meetings and zoning meetings. By: Councilwoman Daniel.
GG. Rescinding and directing the Clerk of Court to cancel the Decision and Order recorded on August 1, 2013, at Original 251, Bundle 12518, in "City of Baton Rouge V. BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. - Abatement Proceeding NO. 13-2013-07-24 (1332 St. Alban's Drive, LOT 96, Kensington Estates Subdivision). By: Councilman Loupe. HH. Rescinding and directing the Clerk of Court to cancel the Decision and Order recorded on April 24, 2009, at Original 530, Bundle 12143, in "City of Baton Rouge V. Clifford W. Miles - Abatement Proceeding No. Ab01-2009-04-22 (10831 Cedar Bend Avenue). By: Councilwoman Edwards. II. Rescinding and directing the Clerk of Court to cancel the Decision and Order recorded on October 16, 2013 at Original 247 of Bundle 12537 in the matter of "City of Baton Rouge vs. Wright Williams, Sr., Wright Williams, Jr., Shawn L. Ware, Kenneth L. Williams, George Kelvin Williams & Debra J. Jackson" - Condemnation Proceeding No. 9104 (2626 Lula Avenue; Lot 4 & West ½ of 5, Square 14, Bogan Subdivision). By: Councilwoman Marcelle. JJ. Rescinding and directing the Clerk of Court to cancel the Decision and Order recorded on May 28, 2013 at Original 715 of Bundle 12501 in the matter of "City of Baton Rouge vs. Annie Turner White, Julia White Harris, & Bessie White Baker" - Condemnation Proceeding No. 9036 (2802 Lula Avenue; Lot 1 & West ½ of 2, Square 12, Bogan Subdivision). By: Councilwoman Marcelle.
Discussion concerning the Biggert-Waters Flood Insurance Reform Act of 2012 and the resultant flood insurance cost increases and how they affect EBRP. By: Councilmembers Heck and Welch.
OO. A resolution providing for canvassing the returns and declaring the results of the special election held in the Brownsfield Fire Protection District No. 3 of the Parish of East Baton Rouge, State of Louisiana, on Saturday, October 19, 2013, for the purpose of authorizing renewal of the levy and collection of a ten (10) mills ad valorem tax for a period of ten (10) years for fire protection purposes of the Brownsfield Fire Protection District No. 3 of the Parish of East Baton Rouge, State of Louisiana; and providing for other matters in connection therewith. By: Bond Counsel. PP. A resolution providing for canvassing the returns and declaring the results of the special election held in the Brownsfield Fire Protection District No. 3 of the Parish of East Baton Rouge, State of Louisiana, on Saturday, October 19, 2013, for the purpose of authorizing the levy and collection of a ten (10) mills ad valorem tax for a period of ten (10) years for fire protection purposes of the Brownsfield Fire Protection District No. 3 of the Parish of East Baton Rouge, State of Louisiana; and providing for other matters in connection therewith. By: Bond Counsel. QQ. A resolution providing for canvassing the returns and declaring the results of the special election held by the Parish of East Baton Rouge, Louisiana, on Saturday, October 19, 2013, for the purpose of authorizing the renewal of the levy and collection of an ad valorem tax of 3.13 mills on all property subject to taxation within the boundaries of the Parish of East Baton Rouge, State of Louisiana, for a period of ten (10) years, to provide funds to the Department of Emergency Medical Services of the Parish of East Baton Rouge, State of Louisiana to be used entirely and exclusively to pay the operation and maintenance costs and expenses of providing emergency medical services within the Parish of East Baton Rouge, State of Louisiana; and providing for other matters in connection therewith. By: Bond Counsel.
Waiving the provisions of Title 9 (Licensing and Regulation of Trades and Occupations), Chapter 18 (Wine, Beer and Liquor), Section 1006 (Hours of Operation and Closing Times for Licensed or Permitted Businesses and Organizations) of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Baton Rouge and Parish of East Baton Rouge, so as to allow the Catfish Queen Partnership in Commendam, operating in the Atrium at the Belle of Baton Rouge Casino, to extend its hours of operation by two hours on the morning of October 27, 2013. By: Councilwoman Marcelle.
Amending the provisions of Title 9 (Licensing and Regulation of Trades and Occupations), 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 amend Section 1004 (Organizations and Businesses Exempted from License Requirements), Subsection (A). By: Councilwoman Daniel.
Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a contract with Dr. Michael Stuart for infectious disease treatment to the inmates of the East Baton Rouge Parish Prison in an amount not to exceed $50,000 for the calendar year 2013. By: EMS Director
Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a contract with Hood Dental for dental services to the inmates of the East Baton Rouge Parish Prison in an amount not to exceed $25,000 for the calendar year 2013. By: EMS Director . ADJOURNMENT
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