PRESENTATIONS AND SPECIAL RECOGNITIONS:
1. CALL TO ORDER 2. ROLL CALL 3. INVOCATION 4. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ADOPTION AND APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Regular Council Meeting of March 26, 2014 and The Greater Baton Rouge Airport Commission Meeting of April 1, 2014.
INTRODUCTIONS: A. SECTION 2.12 INTRODUCTIONS: 1. Amending the 2014 Budget so as to appropriate $1,200,000 for facility upgrades and equipment for the River Center funded from state sales tax rebates on hotel/motel rooms dedicated for River Center and Riverfront Improvements. By: Mayor-President. Introduce of public hearing on April 23, 2014 2. Amending the 2014 Current Expense Budget for the Delmont Service Center to appropriate 14,000.00 from the center's prior year' current self-generated revenues for the following: S.W.E.E.P.(Senior Wellness Enrichment and Enhancement Program), Fun Friday for seniors, other annual programs, ie. Senior Thanksgiving Luncheon, Senior Winter Social, and Christmas Toy Distribution. By: Delmont Service Center Director. Introduce of public hearing on April 23, 2014 CONDEMNATIONS/ ABATEMENTS: Condemnations - 3. Morris Anderson, Mildred Anderson Hurlock, Mavis Anderson Ross Miller, Kevin A. Anderson, Stanley W. Anderson , Jr. & Dawn Anderson Dailey 198 Flonacher Road; 2 acres in Section 30 T4S R1W - Council District 01 Introduce for public hearing on April 23, 2014 4. Bernice Tickles O'Dell Prophet, Isiah Prophet & Clifford Evans 24477 Plank Road & Rear Shed & Barn; Lot 7-A-1-A, Moses Tickles Estate - Council District 01 Introduce for public hearing on April 23, 2014 5. Gladys L. Jackson Jones & Reginald Keith Jones 1024 Baranco Street & Rear Garage; Lot 12, Square 1, North Baton Rouge Subdivision - Council District 02 Introduce for public hearing on April 23, 2014 6. Cornelia Doss Bell & James A. Doss 12741 Camden Street; Lots 27, 28 & 29, Square 3, St. Irma Lee Subdivision - Council District 02 Introduce for public hearing on April 23, 2014 7. Vincent Mosely 965 St. John Lane & Rear Trailer & Rear Shed; Lots 4, 5 & 6, Square 3, St. Irma Lee Subdivision - Council District 02 Introduce for public hearing on April 23, 2014 8. Lloyd J. Rivet 4825 Evangeline Street & Rear Shed; Lots 33 & 34, square 8, North Highlands Addition Subdivision - Council District 05 Introduce for public hearing on April 23, 2014 9. Joyce M. Varise 5111 Jean Street; Lot 87, South Dayton Subdivision - Council District 07 Introduce for public hearing on April 23, 2014 10. Charles Armstead 954 N. 47th Street & Rear Sheds; Lot 25, Square 52, Greenville Extension Subdivision - Council District 07 Introduce for public hearing on April 23, 2014 11. Douglas Seymore 4340 Pawtucket Street; Lot 22-B, Square 2, Dayton Subdivision - Council District 10 Introduce for public hearing on April 23, 2014 12. Clara Murrell 1124 St. Joseph Street; NE Portion of Lots 10 & 11, Square 261, Swart Subdivision - Council District 10 Introduce for public hearing on April 23, 2014 13. Charles Hunter & Chandelle Rougeou 8720 Old Hammond Highway; Lot C-1, Country Club Terrace Subdivision - Council District 11 Introduce for public hearing on April 23, 2014 Abatements - None. B. ADJUDICATED PROPERTY INTRODUCTIONS: None. C. PLANNING AND ZONING INTRODUCTIONS: 1. TND 1-07 Rouzan This property is located south of Perkins Road, west of Glasgow Avenue and north of Sweetbriar Street, on Tracts F-1-B-1-A, F-1-A-1-A-1-A-1-A-1, F-1-A-1-A-2-A and the remainder of Tract M-3B of the Ralph M. Ford Property; an Undesignated Tract of Richland Plantation; and Lots 1 through 73, Tracts G-1, G-2, G-3, G-4 and G-5 of Rouzan (Mimosa District), to approve the Concept Plan for this Traditional Neighborhood Development, and rezone from A1 (Single Family Residential) to TND (Traditional Neighborhood Development). (Council District 12-Delgado) Introduce of public hearing on April 23, 2014 D. OTHER INTRODUCTIONS: 1. Authorizing the Metropolitan Council to adopt the revised and amended provisions of state law concerning the sale of adjudicated property as contained in LA. R. S. 47:2196 et seq., and to amend its procedures and policies to comply therewith for the sale of adjudicated property. By: Parish Attorney Introduce of public hearing on April 23, 2014 2. 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: Interim Director of Juvenile Services. Introduce of public hearing on April 23, 2014 3. Approving the responses provided to the annual Louisiana Compliance Questionnaire for the year 2013 as required by the Legislative Auditor of the State of Louisiana. By: Finance Director. Introduce of public hearing on April 23, 2014
CONDEMNATIONS/ABATEMENTS: Condemnations - A. Leonce Vallery, Jr. Ella D. Vallery, & Jonathan Maurice Vallery 4025 Alliquipa Street - Lot 6, Square 34, Prosperity Subdivision - Council District 10 (This item was deferred from the March 12, 2014 Council Meeting) B. Sharon S. Price 1925 Ellerslie Drive - Lot 11, Square 2, Ellerslie Subdivision - Council District 10 (This item was deferred from the March 12, 2014 Council Meeting) C. Eddie Aron Jackson & Lula Jackson 16451 Charlton Road; 1.58 ac. in Section 58, T5S, R1E - Council District 01 (This item was deferred from the March 26, 2014 Council Meeting) D. Prince Solomon Ajak 2509 North Street (Garage Apartment Only); Lot 2, Square 2, Perkins Town Subdivision - Council District 07 E. Jeffrey Bowman 4945 Bank Street; Lot 11, Square 8, White Plains Subdivision - Council District 07 F. Honore Spears & Sieta Spears 4777 Enterprise Street; Lot 11-A, Square 2, White Plains Subdivision - Council District 07 G. Larry Levern Briggs & Deloris Brown Briggs 4051 Geronimo Street; Lots 5, 6, 7, & 8, Square 6, Dayton Subdivision - Council District 10 H. Robert C. Duhe 1365 Plank Road; Lot 10, Grand-Odom Tract - Council District 10 Abatements - I. Gines R. Delgado; 5455 Boston Street, Lot 13, Square 3, College Hills Subdivision - Council District 12 (This item was deferred from the December 11, 2013 and the March 12, 2014 Council Meetings)
PUBLIC HEARINGS: A. Authorizing the appropriation of not to exceed $230,000,000 of Sewer Revenue Bonds, LCDA Series 2014A, for the purpose of funding projects in the Baton Rouge SSO Control and Wastewater Facilities Program and to fund other debt related matters related to the issuance of the series 2014 bonds (Budget Supplement #8009). By: Director of Public Works. B. Authorizing settlement of the claim of Charles Johnson for damages resulting from an auto accident with a Baton Rouge Police Officer, in the Amount of $12,000.00, which amount shall be paid from the account designated "Insurance - Auto Liability" (012.4630000.644200). *This matter may be discussed in executive session. By: Parish Attorney. C. Authorizing settlement of the claim of Enterprise Holdings-Damage Recovery Unit for damages resulting from an auto accident with a Baton Rouge Police Officer, in the amount of $17,743.68, which amount shall be paid from the account designated "Insurance - Auto Liability" (012.4630000.644200). *This matter may be discussed in executive session. By: Parish Attorney. D. Authorizing settlement of the matter entitled "Vanessa McDonald as the Natural Tutrix and Administrator of the Estate of Her Minor Child, Jala Sharon Wilkerson", Civil Action No. 13-583-SDD-SCR on the Docket of the USDC Middle District Court of Louisiana, in the amount of $50,000.00. *This matter may be discussed in executive session. By: Parish Attorney. E. Authorizing settlement of the matter entitled "Jaydee Williams, et al Vs. Tafari Beard, et al", No. 604,947 on the docket of the 19th Judicial District Court, in the amount of $23,355.00, plus court costs in the amount of $999.24, for a total amount of $24,354.27, which amount shall be paid from the account designated "Insurance - Auto Liability" (012.4630000.644200.). * This matter may be discussed in executive session. By: Parish Attorney. F. Authorizing the Parish Attorney's office to acquire through purchase, exchange and/or institution of expropriation proceedings and to take such other actions as may be required in connection with the acquisition of land necessary for the Antioch Road and Realignment Project (Airline Highway to LaLouisiane Court), being Project No. 13-CS-CI-0060. By: Parish Attorney. G. Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a subrecipient contract with the Volunteers of America of Greater Baton Rouge in the amount of $140,000.00 under the Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program, for the grant period March 1, 2014 through February 28, 2015 and to amend the subrecipient contract if additional funding becomes available; and authorizing the Director of the DHDS to adjust the subrecipient contract budget and reallocate funding between service providers during the course of the program year to advance the purposes of the Ryan White program; and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By: Director of DHDS. H. Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a subrecipient contract with the Capitol City Family Health Clinic in the amount of $16,000.00 under the Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program Minority AIDS Initiative, for the grant period March 1, 2014 through February 28, 2015 and to amend the subrecipient contract if additional funding becomes available; and authorizing the Director of the DHDS to adjust the subrecipient contract budget and reallocate funding between service providers during the course of the program year to advance the purposes of the Ryan White program; and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By: Director of DHDS. I. Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a subrecipient contract with HIV/AIDS Alliance for Region 2 in the amount of $145,000.00 under the Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program, for the grant period March 1, 2014 through February 28, 2015 and to amend the subrecipient contract if additional funding becomes available; and authorizing the Director of the DHDS to adjust the subrecipient contract budget and reallocate funding between service providers during the course of the program year to advance the purposes of the Ryan White program; and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By: Director of DHDS. J. Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a subrecipient contract with the Capitol City Family Health Center in the amount of $221,000.00 under the Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program, for the grant period March 1, 2014 through February 28, 2015 and to amend the subrecipient contract if additional funding becomes available; and authorizing the Director of the DHDS to adjust the subrecipient contract budget and reallocate funding between service providers during the course of the program year to advance the purposes of the Ryan White program; and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By: Director of DHDS. K. Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a subrecipient contract with Family Service of Greater Baton Rouge in the amount of $130,000.00 under the Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program, for the grant period March 1, 2014 through February 28, 2015 and to amend the subrecipient contract if additional funding becomes available; and authorizing the Director of the DHDS to adjust the subrecipient contract budget and reallocate funding between service providers during the course of the program year to advance the purposes of the Ryan White program; and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By: Director of DHDS. L. Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a subrecipient contract with the HIV/AIDS Alliance for Region 2 in the amount of $28,000.00 under the Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program Minority AIDS Initiative, for the grant period March 1, 2014 through February 28, 2015 and to amend the subrecipient contract if additional funding becomes available; and authorizing the Director of the DHDS to adjust the subrecipient contract budget and reallocate funding between service providers during the course of the program year to advance the purposes of the Ryan White program; and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By: Director of DHDS. M. Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a subrecipient contract with Our Lady of the Lake, Inc in the amount of $278,000.00 under the Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program, for the grant period March 1, 2014 through February 28, 2015 and to amend the subrecipient contract if additional funding becomes available; and authorizing the Director of the DHDS to adjust the subrecipient contract budget and reallocate funding between service providers during the course of the program year to advance the purposes of the Ryan White Program; and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By: Director of DHDS. N. Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a subrecipient contract with NOAIDS Task Force in the amount of $31,000.00 under the Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program, for the grant period March 1, 2014 through February 28, 2015 and to amend the subrecipient contract if additional funding becomes available; and authorizing the Director of the DHDS to adjust the subrecipient contract budget and reallocate funding between service providers during the course of the program year to advance the purposes of the Ryan White program; and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By: Director of DHDS. O. Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a subrecipient contract with Our Lady of the Lake, Inc. in the amount of $18,000.00 under the Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program Minority AIDS Initiative, for the grant period March 1, 2014 through February 28, 2014 and to amend the subrecipient contract if additional funding becomes available; and authorizing the Director of the DHDS to adjust the subrecipient contract budget and reallocate funding between service providers during the course of the program year to advance the purposes of the Ryan White program; and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By: Director of DHDS. P. Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a subrecipient contract with Department of Health & Hospitals, Office of Public Health, STD/HIV Program in the amount of $20,000.00 under the Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program, for the grant period March 1, 2014 through February 28, 2015 and to amend the subrecipient contract if additional funding becomes available; and authorizing the Director of the DHDS to adjust the subrecipient contract budget and reallocate funding between service providers during the course of the program year to advance the purposes of the Ryan White program; and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By: Director of DHDS. Q. Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a subrecipient contract with the Volunteers of America of Greater Baton Rouge in the amount of $54,000.00 under the Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program Minority AIDS Initiative, for the grant period March 1, 2014 through February 28, 2014 and to amend the subrecipient contract if additional funding becomes available; and authorizing the Director of the DHDS to adjust the subrecipient contract budget and reallocate funding between service providers during the course of the program year to advance the purposes of the Ryan White program; and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By: Director of DHDS. R. Authorizing the Mayor-President to accept a grant on behalf of the Division of Human Development and Services from the Administration for Children and Families, Office of Head Start, in the amount of $1,016,200 to support the East Baton Rouge Parish Early Head Start continuation grant budget period 1/01/2014 through 12/31/2014, for services to 72 infants and toddlers (56), and pregnant women (16); and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By: Director of DHDS. S. Authorizing the Mayor-President to accept a grant on behalf of the Division of Human Development and Services from the Administration for Children and Families, Office of Head Start, in the amount of $9,929,225 to support the East Baton Rouge Parish Head Start Program continuation grant budget period 1/01/2014 through 12/31/2014, for services to 1,502 children and families; and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By: Director of DHDS. T. Amending Title 11 (Traffic Code), Chapter 20 (Operation of Bicycles and Play Vehicles), Section 11:232 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Baton Rouge and Parish of East Baton Rouge, so as to prohibit skateboarding, bicycling, and roller skating on park structures. By: Downtown Development District & Department of Public Works.
ADMINISTRATIVE MATTERS:
APPOINTMENTS: A. INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT BOARD: Consideration of replacing Thomas Boone. This is a six (6) year term effective May 1, 2014 and will expire April 30, 2020. Current Ballot: Donald Bohach B. DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT: Concurring in the Mayor President’s recommendation to appoint Mr. Scott N. Hensgens to fill the unexpired term of Van Mayhall, who resigned. This term expires September 12, 2014. C. ATCHAFALAYA TRACE COMMISSION: Consideration of reappointing or replacing Gerren Sias whose term expires on May 13, 2014. This is a three year term. Current Ballot: Gerren Sias (received letter requesting reappointment) D. HOSPITAL SERVICE DISTRICT NO. 1 - BOARD OF COMMISSION (LANE REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER) Consideration of reappointing or replacing Jimmy Jackson, whose term expires May 9, 2014, effective May 10, 2014. This appointment is for a four year term. Current Ballot: Jimmy Jackson (received letter requesting reappointment) (Requires 9 votes for reappointment) E. HOSPITAL SERVICE DISTRICT NO. 1 - BOARD OF COMMISSION (LANE REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER) Consideration of reappointing or replacing Keith Elbourne, whose term expires May 9, 2014, effective May 10, 2014. This appointment is for a four year term. (Physician Appointment) Current Ballot: F. LIBRARY BOARD OF CONTROL Consideration of replacing Charles Boyles II, whose term expires May 16, 2014, effective May 17, 2014. This appointment is for a four year term. Current Ballot:
ITEMS: A. CHANGE ORDERS: 1. Project Title: Plank Road - Kleinpeter Road Sanitary Sewer System Upgrades Project Number: 09-GS-UF-0028 Original Estimated Cost: $8,600,000.00 Purchase Order Number: PO130485 Account Number: 411.7578233.752400.6087358; 441.7578233.752400.6087358 Council Award Date: January 9, 2013 Contractor: JB James Construction, LLC Change Order Number: 2 (Two) Change Order Amount: $ 204,408.48 Original Contract Amount: $9,331,605.66 Net Previous Changes: $ 59,145.00 New Contract Amount: $9,595,159.14 Description: Includes additional compensation for repair of unmarked existing sewer force main that was damaged, additional costs associated with an alignment change, removal and replacement of approx. 600 lf of gravity pipe that was inadvertently filled with flowable fill, removal of underground unforeseen obstructions in conflict with installation of pipe, and demolition of structures in conflict with construction Why Required: Changes due to unknown site & underground conditions and owner-initiated direction. 2. Project Title: Highland Road - Washington Street Area Sewer Rehabilitation Project Project Number: 11-AR-MS-0022 Original Estimated Cost: $14,200,000.00 Purchase Order Number: PO120007 Account Number: 434.7578123.752400.6077212; 4307578123.752400.6077212; 433.7578123.752400.6077212 Council Award Date: November 9, 2011 Contractor: Wharton-Smith, Inc. Change Order Number: 4(Four) (Final) (extend contract for an additional 195 days) Change Order Amount: ($1,606,657.85) Original Contract Amount: $11,483,138.00 Net Previous Changes: $ 31,106.60 New Contract Amount: $ 9,907,586.75 Description: Final adjustment of quantities in order to close out the project Why Required: Final adjustment of quantities required for project closeout. 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: 5 (Five) Change Order Amount: $ 439,246.42 Original Contract Amount: $111,251,000.00 Net Previous Changes: ($ 2,485,637.70) CREDIT New Contract Amount: $109,207,608.72 Description: Various changes for revised scope of work associated with Digester 1 & 2 rehabilitation, Gravity Influent Pump Station damage caused by accidental fire, Primary Treatment Facility additions, and various minor modifications to other process equipment work included in the original scope. Why Required: Changes due to unforeseen site conditions, design related modifications, and owner-initiated direction B. FINAL ACCEPTANCES: 1. Sales Tax Street & Road Rehabilitation Program, Project 13-08 (Crack Sealing: Phase 13/1) Project 12-CS-ST-0059 - Account 147.7210012.647100.2011113- Council Award Date: July 24, 2013 Contractor: Material Resources, Inc. Estimated Cost: $133,290.60 Contract Amount: $112,408.41 Total Change Orders (1): $ 7,152.81 Final Cost: $119,561.22 Days Allocated: 120 Days Used: 120 Liquidated Damages: None 2. Highland Road - Washington Street Area Sewer Rehabilitation Project Project 11-AR-MS-0022- Account 434.7578123.752400.6077212; 4307578123.752400.6077212; 433.7578123.752400.6077212 - Council Award Date:November 9, 2011 Contractor: Wharton-Smith, Inc. Estimated Cost: $14,200,000.00 Contract Amount: $11,483,138.00 Total Change Orders(4): ($ 1,575,551.25) CREDIT Final Cost: $ 9,907,586.75 Days Allocated: 545 Days Used: 545 Liquidated Damages: None 3. Millerville Road Improvements (S. Harrell's Ferry Rd to I-12) Project 87-CS-US-0050 - Account 341.7548082.652310.0480800- Council Award Date: October 26, 2011 Contractor: Boone Services, Inc. Estimated Cost: $2,733,583.90 Contract Amount: $2,269,550.07 Total Change Orders (1): $ 20,227.21 Final Cost: $2,289,777.28 Days Allocated: 283 Days Used: 341 Liquidated Damages: $ 27,840.00 4. Parish Wide Pavement Re-marking for East Baton Rouge Parish Project 12-TS-CI-0048 - Account 012.7025001.643550.0000000- Council Award Date: September 12, 2012 Contractor: Southern Synergy, LLC Estimated Cost: $220,000.00 Contract Amount: $208,000.00 Total Change Orders (1): ($ 15,915.25) Final Cost: $192,084.75 Days Allocated: 120 Days Used: 120 Liquidated Damages: None C. ACCEPTANCE OF LOW BIDS: *LOCAL **IN STATE 1. Sales Tax Street and Road Rehabilitation Program Project 13-18 (Crack Sealing: Phase 13/2) Project 13-CS-ST-0044 Account 147.7210012.647100.2026113 ESTIMATE: $79,965.75 **Clean Sweep, Inc $71,649.54 *Coastal Bridge Company $76,767.36 **Material Resources, Inc. $83,164.64 **Kort's Construction Services, INC. $95,959.20 2. Sales Tax Street and Road Rehabilitation Program Project 14-08 (Celtic Dr) Project 14-AO-ST-0004- Account 147.7210012.647100.2010815 ESTIMATE: $165,025.27 **Barriere Construction Company, LLC $148,486.58 **R.J. Daigle & Sons Contractors, INC $162,245.00 *F. G. Sullivan, Jr., Contractor, LLC $168,841.00 *Barber Brothers Contracting Company, LLC $179,838.00 D. Authorizing the Mayor-President to grant a right of entry to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, New Orleans District, to conduct surveys and other investigations and assessments in connection with the Mississippi River Levee Improvements, Item M-230-L, Baton Rouge Front Levee Phase 4 Project, Sheet Pile Cut-Off Wall, File Number H-04-47878 (Station 31+30 to Station 45+50), East Baton Rouge Parish By: Director of Public Works. E. Accepting the bid received on the sale of a 6.16 acre tract of land, identified as lots 12-A, 12-B, 12-C-1, 12-C-3, 12-C-4, and 12-C-5 Liberty Farms located on Liberty Drive at Blount Road. By: Director of Aviation. Minimum Bid Amount: $95,500 Bidder Bid Amount WE -Southern Memorial Gardens $145,000.00 F. Authorization to consent to assign and consent to mortgage leasehold interest from Newtron, Inc., and Newtron Development, Inc., to Executive Aviation, LLC. By: Director of Aviation. G. Authorization for the Mayor-President and/or Chairman of the Airport Commission to execute a Lease Agreement with A Affordable Bail Bonds for a period of five (5) years, with one (1) five (5) year option to renew at a rental rate of $35,465.00. By: Director of Aviation. H. Authorization for the Mayor-President and/or Chairman of the Airport Commission to execute a Non-Federal Reimbursable Agreement with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for engineering design support for the reclaiming of Runway 4L/22R displaced thresholds and a Category 2 Approach System for Runway 22R in the amount of $187,945.65; and authorization to execute any and all documents in connection therewith at the appropriate time. By: Director of Aviation. I. Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a professional services contract with Alison Marie Wisecarver for services related to the Baton Rouge Film Commission in the amount of $28,000. By: Mayor-President. ADJOURNMENT:
Apr 09, 2014 Metropolitan Council
PRESENTATIONS AND SPECIAL RECOGNITIONS:
1. CALL TO ORDER 2. ROLL CALL 3. INVOCATION 4. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ADOPTION AND APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Regular Council Meeting of March 26, 2014 and The Greater Baton Rouge Airport Commission Meeting of April 1, 2014.
INTRODUCTIONS: A. SECTION 2.12 INTRODUCTIONS: 1. Amending the 2014 Budget so as to appropriate $1,200,000 for facility upgrades and equipment for the River Center funded from state sales tax rebates on hotel/motel rooms dedicated for River Center and Riverfront Improvements. By: Mayor-President. Introduce of public hearing on April 23, 2014 2. Amending the 2014 Current Expense Budget for the Delmont Service Center to appropriate 14,000.00 from the center's prior year' current self-generated revenues for the following: S.W.E.E.P.(Senior Wellness Enrichment and Enhancement Program), Fun Friday for seniors, other annual programs, ie. Senior Thanksgiving Luncheon, Senior Winter Social, and Christmas Toy Distribution. By: Delmont Service Center Director. Introduce of public hearing on April 23, 2014 CONDEMNATIONS/ ABATEMENTS: Condemnations - 3. Morris Anderson, Mildred Anderson Hurlock, Mavis Anderson Ross Miller, Kevin A. Anderson, Stanley W. Anderson , Jr. & Dawn Anderson Dailey 198 Flonacher Road; 2 acres in Section 30 T4S R1W - Council District 01 Introduce for public hearing on April 23, 2014 4. Bernice Tickles O'Dell Prophet, Isiah Prophet & Clifford Evans 24477 Plank Road & Rear Shed & Barn; Lot 7-A-1-A, Moses Tickles Estate - Council District 01 Introduce for public hearing on April 23, 2014 5. Gladys L. Jackson Jones & Reginald Keith Jones 1024 Baranco Street & Rear Garage; Lot 12, Square 1, North Baton Rouge Subdivision - Council District 02 Introduce for public hearing on April 23, 2014 6. Cornelia Doss Bell & James A. Doss 12741 Camden Street; Lots 27, 28 & 29, Square 3, St. Irma Lee Subdivision - Council District 02 Introduce for public hearing on April 23, 2014 7. Vincent Mosely 965 St. John Lane & Rear Trailer & Rear Shed; Lots 4, 5 & 6, Square 3, St. Irma Lee Subdivision - Council District 02 Introduce for public hearing on April 23, 2014 8. Lloyd J. Rivet 4825 Evangeline Street & Rear Shed; Lots 33 & 34, square 8, North Highlands Addition Subdivision - Council District 05 Introduce for public hearing on April 23, 2014 9. Joyce M. Varise 5111 Jean Street; Lot 87, South Dayton Subdivision - Council District 07 Introduce for public hearing on April 23, 2014 10. Charles Armstead 954 N. 47th Street & Rear Sheds; Lot 25, Square 52, Greenville Extension Subdivision - Council District 07 Introduce for public hearing on April 23, 2014 11. Douglas Seymore 4340 Pawtucket Street; Lot 22-B, Square 2, Dayton Subdivision - Council District 10 Introduce for public hearing on April 23, 2014 12. Clara Murrell 1124 St. Joseph Street; NE Portion of Lots 10 & 11, Square 261, Swart Subdivision - Council District 10 Introduce for public hearing on April 23, 2014 13. Charles Hunter & Chandelle Rougeou 8720 Old Hammond Highway; Lot C-1, Country Club Terrace Subdivision - Council District 11 Introduce for public hearing on April 23, 2014 Abatements - None. B. ADJUDICATED PROPERTY INTRODUCTIONS: None. C. PLANNING AND ZONING INTRODUCTIONS: 1. TND 1-07 Rouzan This property is located south of Perkins Road, west of Glasgow Avenue and north of Sweetbriar Street, on Tracts F-1-B-1-A, F-1-A-1-A-1-A-1-A-1, F-1-A-1-A-2-A and the remainder of Tract M-3B of the Ralph M. Ford Property; an Undesignated Tract of Richland Plantation; and Lots 1 through 73, Tracts G-1, G-2, G-3, G-4 and G-5 of Rouzan (Mimosa District), to approve the Concept Plan for this Traditional Neighborhood Development, and rezone from A1 (Single Family Residential) to TND (Traditional Neighborhood Development). (Council District 12-Delgado) Introduce of public hearing on April 23, 2014 D. OTHER INTRODUCTIONS: 1. Authorizing the Metropolitan Council to adopt the revised and amended provisions of state law concerning the sale of adjudicated property as contained in LA. R. S. 47:2196 et seq., and to amend its procedures and policies to comply therewith for the sale of adjudicated property. By: Parish Attorney Introduce of public hearing on April 23, 2014 2. 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: Interim Director of Juvenile Services. Introduce of public hearing on April 23, 2014 3. Approving the responses provided to the annual Louisiana Compliance Questionnaire for the year 2013 as required by the Legislative Auditor of the State of Louisiana. By: Finance Director. Introduce of public hearing on April 23, 2014
CONDEMNATIONS/ABATEMENTS: Condemnations - A. Leonce Vallery, Jr. Ella D. Vallery, & Jonathan Maurice Vallery 4025 Alliquipa Street - Lot 6, Square 34, Prosperity Subdivision - Council District 10 (This item was deferred from the March 12, 2014 Council Meeting) B. Sharon S. Price 1925 Ellerslie Drive - Lot 11, Square 2, Ellerslie Subdivision - Council District 10 (This item was deferred from the March 12, 2014 Council Meeting) C. Eddie Aron Jackson & Lula Jackson 16451 Charlton Road; 1.58 ac. in Section 58, T5S, R1E - Council District 01 (This item was deferred from the March 26, 2014 Council Meeting) D. Prince Solomon Ajak 2509 North Street (Garage Apartment Only); Lot 2, Square 2, Perkins Town Subdivision - Council District 07 E. Jeffrey Bowman 4945 Bank Street; Lot 11, Square 8, White Plains Subdivision - Council District 07 F. Honore Spears & Sieta Spears 4777 Enterprise Street; Lot 11-A, Square 2, White Plains Subdivision - Council District 07 G. Larry Levern Briggs & Deloris Brown Briggs 4051 Geronimo Street; Lots 5, 6, 7, & 8, Square 6, Dayton Subdivision - Council District 10 H. Robert C. Duhe 1365 Plank Road; Lot 10, Grand-Odom Tract - Council District 10 Abatements - I. Gines R. Delgado; 5455 Boston Street, Lot 13, Square 3, College Hills Subdivision - Council District 12 (This item was deferred from the December 11, 2013 and the March 12, 2014 Council Meetings)
PUBLIC HEARINGS: A. Authorizing the appropriation of not to exceed $230,000,000 of Sewer Revenue Bonds, LCDA Series 2014A, for the purpose of funding projects in the Baton Rouge SSO Control and Wastewater Facilities Program and to fund other debt related matters related to the issuance of the series 2014 bonds (Budget Supplement #8009). By: Director of Public Works. B. Authorizing settlement of the claim of Charles Johnson for damages resulting from an auto accident with a Baton Rouge Police Officer, in the Amount of $12,000.00, which amount shall be paid from the account designated "Insurance - Auto Liability" (012.4630000.644200). *This matter may be discussed in executive session. By: Parish Attorney. C. Authorizing settlement of the claim of Enterprise Holdings-Damage Recovery Unit for damages resulting from an auto accident with a Baton Rouge Police Officer, in the amount of $17,743.68, which amount shall be paid from the account designated "Insurance - Auto Liability" (012.4630000.644200). *This matter may be discussed in executive session. By: Parish Attorney. D. Authorizing settlement of the matter entitled "Vanessa McDonald as the Natural Tutrix and Administrator of the Estate of Her Minor Child, Jala Sharon Wilkerson", Civil Action No. 13-583-SDD-SCR on the Docket of the USDC Middle District Court of Louisiana, in the amount of $50,000.00. *This matter may be discussed in executive session. By: Parish Attorney. E. Authorizing settlement of the matter entitled "Jaydee Williams, et al Vs. Tafari Beard, et al", No. 604,947 on the docket of the 19th Judicial District Court, in the amount of $23,355.00, plus court costs in the amount of $999.24, for a total amount of $24,354.27, which amount shall be paid from the account designated "Insurance - Auto Liability" (012.4630000.644200.). * This matter may be discussed in executive session. By: Parish Attorney. F. Authorizing the Parish Attorney's office to acquire through purchase, exchange and/or institution of expropriation proceedings and to take such other actions as may be required in connection with the acquisition of land necessary for the Antioch Road and Realignment Project (Airline Highway to LaLouisiane Court), being Project No. 13-CS-CI-0060. By: Parish Attorney. G. Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a subrecipient contract with the Volunteers of America of Greater Baton Rouge in the amount of $140,000.00 under the Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program, for the grant period March 1, 2014 through February 28, 2015 and to amend the subrecipient contract if additional funding becomes available; and authorizing the Director of the DHDS to adjust the subrecipient contract budget and reallocate funding between service providers during the course of the program year to advance the purposes of the Ryan White program; and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By: Director of DHDS. H. Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a subrecipient contract with the Capitol City Family Health Clinic in the amount of $16,000.00 under the Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program Minority AIDS Initiative, for the grant period March 1, 2014 through February 28, 2015 and to amend the subrecipient contract if additional funding becomes available; and authorizing the Director of the DHDS to adjust the subrecipient contract budget and reallocate funding between service providers during the course of the program year to advance the purposes of the Ryan White program; and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By: Director of DHDS. I. Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a subrecipient contract with HIV/AIDS Alliance for Region 2 in the amount of $145,000.00 under the Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program, for the grant period March 1, 2014 through February 28, 2015 and to amend the subrecipient contract if additional funding becomes available; and authorizing the Director of the DHDS to adjust the subrecipient contract budget and reallocate funding between service providers during the course of the program year to advance the purposes of the Ryan White program; and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By: Director of DHDS. J. Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a subrecipient contract with the Capitol City Family Health Center in the amount of $221,000.00 under the Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program, for the grant period March 1, 2014 through February 28, 2015 and to amend the subrecipient contract if additional funding becomes available; and authorizing the Director of the DHDS to adjust the subrecipient contract budget and reallocate funding between service providers during the course of the program year to advance the purposes of the Ryan White program; and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By: Director of DHDS. K. Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a subrecipient contract with Family Service of Greater Baton Rouge in the amount of $130,000.00 under the Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program, for the grant period March 1, 2014 through February 28, 2015 and to amend the subrecipient contract if additional funding becomes available; and authorizing the Director of the DHDS to adjust the subrecipient contract budget and reallocate funding between service providers during the course of the program year to advance the purposes of the Ryan White program; and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By: Director of DHDS. L. Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a subrecipient contract with the HIV/AIDS Alliance for Region 2 in the amount of $28,000.00 under the Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program Minority AIDS Initiative, for the grant period March 1, 2014 through February 28, 2015 and to amend the subrecipient contract if additional funding becomes available; and authorizing the Director of the DHDS to adjust the subrecipient contract budget and reallocate funding between service providers during the course of the program year to advance the purposes of the Ryan White program; and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By: Director of DHDS. M. Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a subrecipient contract with Our Lady of the Lake, Inc in the amount of $278,000.00 under the Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program, for the grant period March 1, 2014 through February 28, 2015 and to amend the subrecipient contract if additional funding becomes available; and authorizing the Director of the DHDS to adjust the subrecipient contract budget and reallocate funding between service providers during the course of the program year to advance the purposes of the Ryan White Program; and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By: Director of DHDS. N. Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a subrecipient contract with NOAIDS Task Force in the amount of $31,000.00 under the Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program, for the grant period March 1, 2014 through February 28, 2015 and to amend the subrecipient contract if additional funding becomes available; and authorizing the Director of the DHDS to adjust the subrecipient contract budget and reallocate funding between service providers during the course of the program year to advance the purposes of the Ryan White program; and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By: Director of DHDS. O. Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a subrecipient contract with Our Lady of the Lake, Inc. in the amount of $18,000.00 under the Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program Minority AIDS Initiative, for the grant period March 1, 2014 through February 28, 2014 and to amend the subrecipient contract if additional funding becomes available; and authorizing the Director of the DHDS to adjust the subrecipient contract budget and reallocate funding between service providers during the course of the program year to advance the purposes of the Ryan White program; and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By: Director of DHDS. P. Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a subrecipient contract with Department of Health & Hospitals, Office of Public Health, STD/HIV Program in the amount of $20,000.00 under the Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program, for the grant period March 1, 2014 through February 28, 2015 and to amend the subrecipient contract if additional funding becomes available; and authorizing the Director of the DHDS to adjust the subrecipient contract budget and reallocate funding between service providers during the course of the program year to advance the purposes of the Ryan White program; and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By: Director of DHDS. Q. Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a subrecipient contract with the Volunteers of America of Greater Baton Rouge in the amount of $54,000.00 under the Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program Minority AIDS Initiative, for the grant period March 1, 2014 through February 28, 2014 and to amend the subrecipient contract if additional funding becomes available; and authorizing the Director of the DHDS to adjust the subrecipient contract budget and reallocate funding between service providers during the course of the program year to advance the purposes of the Ryan White program; and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By: Director of DHDS. R. Authorizing the Mayor-President to accept a grant on behalf of the Division of Human Development and Services from the Administration for Children and Families, Office of Head Start, in the amount of $1,016,200 to support the East Baton Rouge Parish Early Head Start continuation grant budget period 1/01/2014 through 12/31/2014, for services to 72 infants and toddlers (56), and pregnant women (16); and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By: Director of DHDS. S. Authorizing the Mayor-President to accept a grant on behalf of the Division of Human Development and Services from the Administration for Children and Families, Office of Head Start, in the amount of $9,929,225 to support the East Baton Rouge Parish Head Start Program continuation grant budget period 1/01/2014 through 12/31/2014, for services to 1,502 children and families; and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By: Director of DHDS. T. Amending Title 11 (Traffic Code), Chapter 20 (Operation of Bicycles and Play Vehicles), Section 11:232 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Baton Rouge and Parish of East Baton Rouge, so as to prohibit skateboarding, bicycling, and roller skating on park structures. By: Downtown Development District & Department of Public Works.
ADMINISTRATIVE MATTERS:
APPOINTMENTS: A. INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT BOARD: Consideration of replacing Thomas Boone. This is a six (6) year term effective May 1, 2014 and will expire April 30, 2020. Current Ballot: Donald Bohach B. DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT: Concurring in the Mayor President’s recommendation to appoint Mr. Scott N. Hensgens to fill the unexpired term of Van Mayhall, who resigned. This term expires September 12, 2014. C. ATCHAFALAYA TRACE COMMISSION: Consideration of reappointing or replacing Gerren Sias whose term expires on May 13, 2014. This is a three year term. Current Ballot: Gerren Sias (received letter requesting reappointment) D. HOSPITAL SERVICE DISTRICT NO. 1 - BOARD OF COMMISSION (LANE REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER) Consideration of reappointing or replacing Jimmy Jackson, whose term expires May 9, 2014, effective May 10, 2014. This appointment is for a four year term. Current Ballot: Jimmy Jackson (received letter requesting reappointment) (Requires 9 votes for reappointment) E. HOSPITAL SERVICE DISTRICT NO. 1 - BOARD OF COMMISSION (LANE REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER) Consideration of reappointing or replacing Keith Elbourne, whose term expires May 9, 2014, effective May 10, 2014. This appointment is for a four year term. (Physician Appointment) Current Ballot: F. LIBRARY BOARD OF CONTROL Consideration of replacing Charles Boyles II, whose term expires May 16, 2014, effective May 17, 2014. This appointment is for a four year term. Current Ballot:
ITEMS: A. CHANGE ORDERS: 1. Project Title: Plank Road - Kleinpeter Road Sanitary Sewer System Upgrades Project Number: 09-GS-UF-0028 Original Estimated Cost: $8,600,000.00 Purchase Order Number: PO130485 Account Number: 411.7578233.752400.6087358; 441.7578233.752400.6087358 Council Award Date: January 9, 2013 Contractor: JB James Construction, LLC Change Order Number: 2 (Two) Change Order Amount: $ 204,408.48 Original Contract Amount: $9,331,605.66 Net Previous Changes: $ 59,145.00 New Contract Amount: $9,595,159.14 Description: Includes additional compensation for repair of unmarked existing sewer force main that was damaged, additional costs associated with an alignment change, removal and replacement of approx. 600 lf of gravity pipe that was inadvertently filled with flowable fill, removal of underground unforeseen obstructions in conflict with installation of pipe, and demolition of structures in conflict with construction Why Required: Changes due to unknown site & underground conditions and owner-initiated direction. 2. Project Title: Highland Road - Washington Street Area Sewer Rehabilitation Project Project Number: 11-AR-MS-0022 Original Estimated Cost: $14,200,000.00 Purchase Order Number: PO120007 Account Number: 434.7578123.752400.6077212; 4307578123.752400.6077212; 433.7578123.752400.6077212 Council Award Date: November 9, 2011 Contractor: Wharton-Smith, Inc. Change Order Number: 4(Four) (Final) (extend contract for an additional 195 days) Change Order Amount: ($1,606,657.85) Original Contract Amount: $11,483,138.00 Net Previous Changes: $ 31,106.60 New Contract Amount: $ 9,907,586.75 Description: Final adjustment of quantities in order to close out the project Why Required: Final adjustment of quantities required for project closeout. 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: 5 (Five) Change Order Amount: $ 439,246.42 Original Contract Amount: $111,251,000.00 Net Previous Changes: ($ 2,485,637.70) CREDIT New Contract Amount: $109,207,608.72 Description: Various changes for revised scope of work associated with Digester 1 & 2 rehabilitation, Gravity Influent Pump Station damage caused by accidental fire, Primary Treatment Facility additions, and various minor modifications to other process equipment work included in the original scope. Why Required: Changes due to unforeseen site conditions, design related modifications, and owner-initiated direction B. FINAL ACCEPTANCES: 1. Sales Tax Street & Road Rehabilitation Program, Project 13-08 (Crack Sealing: Phase 13/1) Project 12-CS-ST-0059 - Account 147.7210012.647100.2011113- Council Award Date: July 24, 2013 Contractor: Material Resources, Inc. Estimated Cost: $133,290.60 Contract Amount: $112,408.41 Total Change Orders (1): $ 7,152.81 Final Cost: $119,561.22 Days Allocated: 120 Days Used: 120 Liquidated Damages: None 2. Highland Road - Washington Street Area Sewer Rehabilitation Project Project 11-AR-MS-0022- Account 434.7578123.752400.6077212; 4307578123.752400.6077212; 433.7578123.752400.6077212 - Council Award Date:November 9, 2011 Contractor: Wharton-Smith, Inc. Estimated Cost: $14,200,000.00 Contract Amount: $11,483,138.00 Total Change Orders(4): ($ 1,575,551.25) CREDIT Final Cost: $ 9,907,586.75 Days Allocated: 545 Days Used: 545 Liquidated Damages: None 3. Millerville Road Improvements (S. Harrell's Ferry Rd to I-12) Project 87-CS-US-0050 - Account 341.7548082.652310.0480800- Council Award Date: October 26, 2011 Contractor: Boone Services, Inc. Estimated Cost: $2,733,583.90 Contract Amount: $2,269,550.07 Total Change Orders (1): $ 20,227.21 Final Cost: $2,289,777.28 Days Allocated: 283 Days Used: 341 Liquidated Damages: $ 27,840.00 4. Parish Wide Pavement Re-marking for East Baton Rouge Parish Project 12-TS-CI-0048 - Account 012.7025001.643550.0000000- Council Award Date: September 12, 2012 Contractor: Southern Synergy, LLC Estimated Cost: $220,000.00 Contract Amount: $208,000.00 Total Change Orders (1): ($ 15,915.25) Final Cost: $192,084.75 Days Allocated: 120 Days Used: 120 Liquidated Damages: None C. ACCEPTANCE OF LOW BIDS: *LOCAL **IN STATE 1. Sales Tax Street and Road Rehabilitation Program Project 13-18 (Crack Sealing: Phase 13/2) Project 13-CS-ST-0044 Account 147.7210012.647100.2026113 ESTIMATE: $79,965.75 **Clean Sweep, Inc $71,649.54 *Coastal Bridge Company $76,767.36 **Material Resources, Inc. $83,164.64 **Kort's Construction Services, INC. $95,959.20 2. Sales Tax Street and Road Rehabilitation Program Project 14-08 (Celtic Dr) Project 14-AO-ST-0004- Account 147.7210012.647100.2010815 ESTIMATE: $165,025.27 **Barriere Construction Company, LLC $148,486.58 **R.J. Daigle & Sons Contractors, INC $162,245.00 *F. G. Sullivan, Jr., Contractor, LLC $168,841.00 *Barber Brothers Contracting Company, LLC $179,838.00 D. Authorizing the Mayor-President to grant a right of entry to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, New Orleans District, to conduct surveys and other investigations and assessments in connection with the Mississippi River Levee Improvements, Item M-230-L, Baton Rouge Front Levee Phase 4 Project, Sheet Pile Cut-Off Wall, File Number H-04-47878 (Station 31+30 to Station 45+50), East Baton Rouge Parish By: Director of Public Works. E. Accepting the bid received on the sale of a 6.16 acre tract of land, identified as lots 12-A, 12-B, 12-C-1, 12-C-3, 12-C-4, and 12-C-5 Liberty Farms located on Liberty Drive at Blount Road. By: Director of Aviation. Minimum Bid Amount: $95,500 Bidder Bid Amount WE -Southern Memorial Gardens $145,000.00 F. Authorization to consent to assign and consent to mortgage leasehold interest from Newtron, Inc., and Newtron Development, Inc., to Executive Aviation, LLC. By: Director of Aviation. G. Authorization for the Mayor-President and/or Chairman of the Airport Commission to execute a Lease Agreement with A Affordable Bail Bonds for a period of five (5) years, with one (1) five (5) year option to renew at a rental rate of $35,465.00. By: Director of Aviation. H. Authorization for the Mayor-President and/or Chairman of the Airport Commission to execute a Non-Federal Reimbursable Agreement with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for engineering design support for the reclaiming of Runway 4L/22R displaced thresholds and a Category 2 Approach System for Runway 22R in the amount of $187,945.65; and authorization to execute any and all documents in connection therewith at the appropriate time. By: Director of Aviation. I. Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a professional services contract with Alison Marie Wisecarver for services related to the Baton Rouge Film Commission in the amount of $28,000. By: Mayor-President. ADJOURNMENT: