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 June 24, 2015, Regular Council Zoning Meeting of July 15, 2015, Special Council Meeting of July 15, 2015 and The Greater Baton Rouge Airport Commission Meeting of July 7, 2015.
INTRODUCTIONS: A. SECTION 2.12 INTRODUCTIONS: 1. Amending the 2015 current expense budget for the South Burbank Crime Prevention & Development District (SBCPDD) so as to appropriate $25,000 for community programs and recurring operational costs from the District's Fund Balance-Unassigned. By: South Burbank Crime Prevention & Development District. Introduce for public hearing on August 12, 2015 2. Authorizing the imposition of a service fee or charge on certain criminal, traffic, and civil matters and establishment of a special account designated "City Court Technology Fund" in accordance with La. R.S. 13:2002.2. By: Clerk of Court / Administrator. Introduce for public hearing on August 12, 2015 3. Amending the 2015 Current Expense Budget for the Office of the Parish Attorney so as to appropriate $25,000.00 from fund balance undesignated for the legal services account for payment of the legal expenses incurred by the Registrar of Voters for the defense of suit no. 640,374, entitled "Norman Browning, et al vs. Steve Raborn". By: Council Administrator. Introduce for public hearing on August 12, 2015 4. Amending Title 1, Chapter 3, Part IV of The Code of Ordinances for the Employees' Retirement System of the City of Baton Rouge and Parish of East Baton Rouge to change benefits for members hired on or after September 1, 2015 in accordance with Resolution 51398 adopted by the Metropolitan Council on March 25, 2015. By: Mayor-President. Introduce for public hearing on August 12, 2015 5. Amending Title 1 (Municipal and Parish Organization), Chapter 3 (Personnel), Part III (Vacations & Sick Leave) of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Baton Rouge and Parish of East Baton Rouge, so as to amend the provisions regarding leave for unclassified department heads. By: Mayor-President. Introduce for public hearing on August 12, 2015 6. Authorization to appropriate $20,000 from the Airports Cash & Investments Account - Capital Outlay 481.0000000.100009.0000000 to be placed in Account 482.0989002.652310.8490506 for the Airport's match for a State Grant in the amount of $2,980,000.00 for the North General Aviation Development Project. (BS# 008439) By: Director of Aviation. Introduce for public hearing on August 12, 2015 7. Authorizing settlement of the matter entitled "Terrell Void vs. Officer Danny Forbes and the City of Baton Rouge", No. 617,810 on the docket of the 19th Judicial District Court, in the amount of $192,347.48, plus court costs in the amount of $1,063.44, for a total amount of $193,410.92, and appropriating $193,410.92 for such purpose. * This matter may be discussed in executive session. Counsel of Record is James G. Knipe, III, (Manasseh, Gill, Knipe & Belander, P.L.C.) By: Parish Attorney. Introduce for public hearing on August 12, 2015 8. Amending the 2015 Current Expense Budget so to appropriate a budget for the EBRATS Building Special Taxing District for the remainder of the calendar year 2015 in the amount of $89,580, in accordance with the Cooperative Endeavor Agreement dated July 9, 2015. By: EBRATS Building Special Taxing District Introduce for public hearing on August 12, 2015 9. Amending the 2015 current expense and capital budgets for the Alsen Fire Protection District so as to appropriate $141,157 from Alsen's Fund Balance-Unassigned for operational needs and improvements to the fire station. By: Alsen Fire Protection District Introduce for public hearing on August 12, 2015 CONDEMNATIONS: 10. James P. Fort 10772 Kingfisher Street; Lot 17, Square A, Brown Subdivision - Council District 02 Introduce for public hearing on August 12. 2015 11. Roosevelt Hamilton, Lucille H. Hawkins, Elnora H. Parker, Jimmie Selders, James, Selders, and Isador Hamilton 2786 N. Lark Street; Lot 21, Square C, Scotland Subdivision - Council District 02 Introduce for public hearing on August 12. 2015 12. James O. Ervin and John S. Campbell, Jr. 3775 Brightside Drive; Portion of Lot 11, & West ½ of Lot 12, Arlington Plantation Subdivision - Council District 03 Introduce for public hearing on August 12. 2015 13. Sylvia (Slyvia) C. Oliver 8244 & 8246 Keel Avenue; Lot 107, Riverland Subdivision - Council District 03 Introduce for public hearing on August 12. 2015 14. Colen B. Dungan 5852 Denovea Street; Lot 58, Greendale Subdivision - Council District 05 Introduce for public hearing on August 12. 2015 15. Anthony C. Victor, Sr. and Audrey M. Victor 6143 Shiloh Street; Lot 129, Fairlane Subdivision - Council District 05 Introduce for public hearing on August 12. 2015 16. Elvin Sterling and Norma G. Sterling 5875 Stearns Street and Rear Shed; Lots 14 & 15, Square 53, Fortune Addition - Council District 05 Introduce for public hearing on August 12. 2015 17. Charles D. Betz, Jr. and Sarah T. Betz 6244 Dawson Drive (Shed Only); Lot 43, Denham Place Subdivision - Council District 05 Introduce for public hearing on August 12. 2015 18. Dennis Hamilton 5777 St. Katherine Avenue; Lot 31, Brookstown Place Subdivision - Council District 05 Introduce for public hearing on August 12. 2015 19. Joseph Brown, Jr. 4002 Greenwell Street; Lot 49, Lakewood Subdivision - Council District 05 Introduce for public hearing on August 12. 2015 20. Everbank 1134 Monterrey Boulevard; Lot 49, Villa del Rey Subdivision - Council District 06 Introduce for public hearing on August 12. 2015 21. E. Jacob Construction, Inc. 9555 Elite Drive; Lot 4, E. Forest Ridge Subdivision - Council District 06 Introduce for public hearing on August 12. 2015 22. Louise D. Patterson 2731 Ontario Street and Rear Shed; Lot 54, Square 2, Victory Place Subdivision - Council District 07 Introduce for public hearing on August 12. 2015 23. Clara Burchell and Richard Fisher 3243 Calumet Street (Rear Shed Only); Lot 29, Square 3, Rosalie Park Subdivision - Council District 07 Introduce for public hearing on August 12. 2015 24. Edward A. Michel 2950 Dougherty Drive; Lot 38, Fieldcrest Subdivision - Council District 07 Introduce for public hearing on August 12. 2015 25. Helen Bertha Wright and Audrey Feltus Hawkins 3031 Seneca Street and Garage and Rear Shed; Lot 10 & East ½ of Lot 11, Square 12, Baton Rouge Terrace Subdivision - Council District 07 Introduce for public hearing on August 12. 2015 26. Helen H. Bradley Johnson 3015 Seneca Street and Rear Shed; Lot 12, & West ½ of Lot 11, Square 12, Baton Rouge Terrace Subdivision - Council District 07 Introduce for public hearing on August 12. 2015 27. Claude Porter 3181 Winnebago Street; Lot 8, Square 1, Plank Road/Fairacre Farms Subdivision - Council District 07 Introduce for public hearing on August 12. 2015 28. Wiley Williams, III, Johnnie Williams, Louis L. Williams, Irma L. Williams Friday, Edward Williams, and Bobby L. Williams 2229 Thomas H. Delpit Drive; Lot 8, Square 37, South Baton Rouge Subdivision - Council District 10 Introduce for public hearing on August 12. 2015 29. Wiley Williams, III, Johnnie Williams, Louis L. Williams, Irma L. Williams Friday, Edward Williams, and Bobby L. Williams 2231 Thomas H. Delpit Drive; Lot 8, Square 37, South Baton Rouge Subdivision - Council District 10 Introduce for public hearing on August 12. 2015 30. Willie Evans Gaines 2221 Maryland Street; Lot 6, Square 41, South Baton Rouge Subdivision - Council District 10 Introduce for public hearing on August 12. 2015 31. Robert C. Duhe' and Thomas P. Duhe' 1455 W. Roosevelt Street; Lot 21, Square 177, South Baton Rouge Subdivision - Council District 10 Introduce for public hearing on August 12. 2015 32. Shelton Buckley and Rita Ann Buckley 3015 Evangeline Street; West 28.3' of Lot 28 & East Portion of Lot 29, Square 7, Delmont Place Subdivision - Council District 10 Introduce for public hearing on August 12. 2015 33. Herman Stevenson, Jr. and Katina Stevenson 4043 N. Downing Drive; Lot 221, Westminster Place Subdivision - Council District 11 Introduce for public hearing on August 12. 2015 B. ADJUDICATED PROPERTY INTRODUCTIONS: 1. Lot 21, Winchester Lloyd E. Walker, Jr. Shadows End Avenue Metro Council District 04 - Wilson Initial Bid Amount $ 100.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds) $ 500.00 Appraised Value $20,000.00 Taxes Due $12,250.52 Bids received August 19, 2015. Introduce for public hearing August 26, 2015. 2. Lot 48-B, Hillside Farms Lloyd E. Walker, Jr. Hagen Drive Metro Council District 01 - Welch Initial Bid Amount $ 100.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds) $ 500.00 Appraised Value $17,500.00 Taxes Due $ 1,196.52 Bids received August 19, 2015. Introduce for public hearing August 26, 2015. 3. Lot 35, Square 54, Greenville Extension Samuel L. Wilson, Jr. North 47th Street Metro Council District 07 - Marcell Initial Bid Amount $ 100.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds) $ 500.00 Appraised Value $ 4,000.00 Taxes Due $ 3,496.16 Bids received August 19, 2015. Introduce for public hearing August 26, 2015. 4. Lot 36, Square 54, Greenville Extension Samuel L. Wilson, Jr. North 47th Street Metro Council District 07 - Marcelle Initial Bid Amount $ 100.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds) $ 500.00 Appraised Value $ 4,000.00 Taxes Due $ 1,410.03 Bids received August 19, 2015. Introduce for public hearing August 26, 2015. 5. Lot 6, Square 104, South Baton Rouge Oscar Garner, Jr. 558 West Johnson Street Metro Council District 10 - Wicker Initial Bid Amount $ 500.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds) $ 500.00 Appraised Value $10,000.00 Taxes Due $ 1,303.75 Bids received August 19, 2015. Introduce for public hearing August 26, 2015. 6. Lot 1-A, Square 30, University Place Robert McKinnis 10096 Avenue K Metro Council District 02 - Banks-Daniel Initial Bid Amount $ 1,000.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds) $ 500.00 Appraised Value $11,000.00 Taxes Due $ 2,802.21 Bids received August 19, 2015. Introduce for public hearing August 26, 2015. 7. Lot 67, Square 16, South Baton Rouge David N. Washington 2174 Virginia Street Metro Council District 10 - Wicker Initial Bid Amount $ 1,000.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds) $ 500.00 Appraised Value $ 7,000.00 Taxes Due $ 711.48 Bids received August 19, 2015. Introduce for public hearing August 26, 2015. 8. Lot B, Nellie, Dougherty Prescott Antonio D. Edwards Mohican-Prescott at Beechwood Metro Council District 07 - Marcelle Initial Bid Amount $ 3,000.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds) $ 500.00 Appraised Value $45,000.00 Taxes Due $10,491.06 Bids received August 19, 2015. Introduce for public hearing August 26, 2015. 9. Lot 28, Square 1, Levera Clyde O. Edwards Joseph Street Metro Council District 07 - Marcelle Initial Bid Amount $ 250.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds) $ 500.00 Appraised Value $13,000.00 Taxes Due $ 3,132.80 Bids received August 19, 2015. Introduce for public hearing August 26, 2015. 10. Lot 11 pt., Square 222, Istrouma Kenyetta Smith Wyandotte Street Metro Council District 10 - Wicker Initial Bid Amount $ 300.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds) $ 500.00 Appraised Value $ 2.000.00 Taxes Due $ 376.93 Bids received August 19, 2015. Introduce for public hearing August 26, 2015. 11. Lot 36, Square 1, Progress Park Addition Julie A. Thomas North 30th Street Metro Council District 07 - Marcelle Initial Bid Amount $ 500.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds) $ 500.00 Appraised Value $ 1.000.00 Taxes Due $ 670.24 Bids received August 19, 2015. Introduce for public hearing August 26, 2015. C. PLANNING AND ZONING INTRODUCTIONS: 1. PA-5-15 16064 Tiger Bend Road To amend the Comprehensive Land Use Plan from RN (Residential Neighborhood) to (MUA) Mixed Use Arterial, located on the south side of Tiger Bend Road, east of Antioch Road, on Tract B. Section 47, T8S, R2E, GLD, EBRP, LA. (Council District 9-Boé) Introduce for public hearing on August 19, 2015 2. Case 22-15 16064 Tiger Bend Road To rezone from R (Rural) to HC1 (Heavy Commercial One), located on the south side of Tiger Bend Road, east of Antioch Road, on Tract B. Section 47, T8S, R2E, GLD, EBRP, LA. (Council District 9- Boé) Introduce for public hearing on August 19, 2015 3. TA-10-15 Definitions Amending Title 7 (Unified Development Code), Chapters 2 (Definitions) of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Baton Rouge and the Parish of East Baton Rouge so as to repeal and reserve Chapter 2 and to create Chapter 20 (Definitions). Introduce for public hearing on August 19, 2015 4. TA-11-15 Fee References Amending Title 7 (Unified Development Code), Chapter 16 (Signs), Chapter 18 (Landscape, Clearing and Trees) and Chapter 19 (Amendments) of the Code of Ordinance of the City of Baton Rouge and Parish of East Baton Rouge so as to Amend and Reenact Sections 16.16.C.1.c (Signs - Licensing), 18.10.C (Landscape, Clearing and Trees - Administrative Guidelines) and 19.97 (Amendments - Land Use Plan Amendment Fee Schedule) so as to remove references to specific fee dollar amounts. Introduce for public hearing on August 19, 2015 5. Case 23-15 (5400-5500) Mancuso Lane To rezone from SPUD (Small Planned Unit Development) to LC2 (Light Commercial Two), located on the north and east sides of Mancuso Lane, east of Essen Lane, on Tract 1-A of the Humphrey T. Olinde Property. Section 55, T7S, R1E, GLD, EBRP, LA. (Council District 11-Heck) Introduce for public hearing on August 19, 2015 6. Case 24-15 8028 Pecue Lane To rezone from R (Rural) to LC1 (Light Commercial One), located on the west side of Pecue Lane, north of Woodridge Place, on Lots 3 and 4 of Airline Heights Subdivision. Section 49, T8S, R2E, GLD, EBRP, LA. (Council District 11-Heck) Introduce for public hearing on August 19, 2015 7. Case 25-15 6636 Government Street To rezone from A1 (Single Family Residential) to A2.9 (Two Family Residential), located on the south side of Government Street, west of the unimproved right-of-way of Marquette Avenue, on Lot B, Block 3 of Goodwood Place Subdivision. Section 82, T7S, R1E, GLD, EBRP, LA. (Council District 11-Heck) Introduce for public hearing on August 19, 2015 8. Case 26-15 16168 Old Hammond Highway To rezone from A3.3 (Limited Residential) to HC1 (Heavy Commercial One), located on the south side of Old Hammond Highway, east of O'Neal Lane, on the E.G. Blakewood Tract. Section 74, T7S, R2E, GLD, EBRP, LA. (Council District 9- Boé) Introduce for public hearing on August 19, 2015 9. Case 27-15 (17400-17700) Hoo Shoo Too Road To rezone from C1 (Light Commercial) to A2.5 (Town House), located on the south side of Hoo Shoo Too Road, east of Jefferson Highway, on Lots C-3, C-4 and C-5-A of the Dr. EJ. Herpich Property. Section 39, T8S, R2E, GLD, EBRP, LA. (Council District 9- Boé) Introduce for public hearing on August 19, 2015 10. PA-6-15 6012 and 6800 River Road To amend the Comprehensive Land Use Plan from (OS) Open Space to (C) Commercial, located on the west side of River Road, south of Brightside Drive, on Tract C and D of the Port of Greater Baton Rouge Property. Section 63, T7S, R1W, GLD, EBRP, LA and Section 44, T8S, R1W, GLD, EBRP, LA (Council District 3-Loupe) By: Councilmembers Delgado and Loupe. Introduce for public hearing on August 19, 2015 11. Case 32-15 6012 and 6800 River Road To rezone from M2(Heavy Industrial) to HC1 (Heavy Commercial One), located on the west side of River Road, south of Brightside Drive, on Tract C and D of the Port of Greater Baton Rouge Property. Section 63, T7S, R1W, GLD, EBRP, LA and Section 44, T8S, R1W, GLD, EBRP, LA (Council District 3-Loupe) By: Councilmembers Delgado and Loupe. Introduce for public hearing on August 19, 2015 12. TA-9-15 Amending Title 7 (Unified Development Code), Chapter 15 (Floodways, Floodplains, Drainage and Water Quality) of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Baton Rouge and the Parish of East Baton Rouge so as to amend and reenact Chapter 15 to incorporate additional National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) standards. By: Planning Director. Introduce for public hearing on August 19, 2015 13. ISPUD-4-15 Ivy Park Apartments - Phase II A proposed development consisting of 60 multi-family units, located on the west side of Jones Creek Road between Green Trails Avenue and Seven Pines Avenue, on a portion of Tract A-3-A-1-A-1 of Woodlawn Estates Subdivision. Section 60, T7S, R2E, GLD, EBRP, LA. (Council District 8-Amoroso) By: Planning Director. Introduce for public hearing on August 19, 2015 14. RV-5-15 Revocation of a 20 foot emergency access servitude, located on Lots 441, 442, 443 and 444 of Santa Maria, 7th Filing. (Council District 9-Boe’) By: Planning Director. Introduce for public hearing on August 19, 2015 D. OTHER INTRODUCTIONS: 1. Granting a five-year property tax abatement estimated at $335,774 per year for the property located at 333 Laurel Street, Baton Rouge. This application is referred by the Louisiana Economic Development Restoration Tax Abatement Program to the City of Baton Rouge as RTA#2103-0919 for the purpose of encouraging private investment and restoration of property. By: Planning Director. Introduce for public hearing on August 12, 2015 2. Authorizing the Mayor-President to accept a grant award from the US Environmental Protection Agency in the amount of up to $400,000 to be administered by the Planning Commission to conduct environmental assessments of brownfield sites in East Baton Rouge Parish. Additionally, authorizing the Finance Department to record said grant award and file all costs reports. By: Planning Director. Introduce for public hearing on August 12, 2015 3. Authorizing the Mayor-President to accept a grant award under the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program, Hurricane Isaac, in the amount of $1,275,985.00. By: MOHSEP Director. Introduce for public hearing on August 12, 2015 4. 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 Green Light Plan - Glen Oaks Drive (Plank Road to McClelland Drive) Improvement, being Project No. 12-CS-HC-0047. By: Parish Attorney. Introduce for public hearing on August 12, 2015 5. Authorizing settlement of the claim of James & Evelyn Pierson dba Pierson's Brilliant Minds for damages resulting from a sewer back-up in the claimant's business, in the amount of $65,121.78 which amount shall be paid from the account designated "Insurance - General Liability" (012.4630000.644100). * This matter may be discussed in executive session. (In Proper Person) By: Parish Attorney. Introduce for public hearing on August 12, 2015 6. Authorizing settlement of the claim of Penske Truck Rentals for property damages resulting from an auto accident with an employee of the Office of Social Services, in the amount of $23,504.45 which amount shall be paid from the account designated "Insurance - Auto Liability" (012.4630000.644200). *This matter may be discussed in executive session. (In Proper Person) By: Parish Attorney. Introduce for public hearing on August 12, 2015 7. Authorizing settlement of the claim of Progressive Security Insurance as subrogee of Amanda Smith for damages resulting from an auto accident with a City Constable, in the Amount of $16,305.29, which amount shall be paid from the account designated "Insurance - Auto Liability" (012.4630000.644200). *This matter may be discussed in executive session. (In Proper Person) ) By: Parish Attorney. Introduce for public hearing on August 12, 2015 8. Authorizing settlement of the matter entitled "Albertha Selders vs. Officer Lakeitha Penn & Baton Rouge Police Department", Suit No. 628,785 on the docket of the 19th Judicial District Court, in the amount of $20,000.00, plus court costs in the amount of $1,328.00, for a total amount of $21,328.00, which amount shall be paid from the account designated "Insurance - Auto Liability" (012.4630000.644200.). * This matter may be discussed in executive session. Counsel of Record is Amos Davis, Attorney at Law By: Parish Attorney. Introduce for public hearing on August 12, 2015 9. Authorizing the Mayor-President on behalf of Baton Rouge City Court to enter into a contract renewing the Professional Services Agreement with LaJaun Brown in the amount of $29,167.00 so as to provide services as Domestic Violence Interventionist for the Baton Rouge City Court Domestic Violence Court for the period June 1, 2015 through December 31, 2015, funded by Baton Rouge City Court's approved Grant Contract with the Louisiana Commission on Law Enforcement and Domestic Violence Court's program income. By: Clerk of Court / Administrator. Introduce for public hearing on August 12, 2015 10. Authorizing the Mayor-President on behalf of Baton Rouge City Court to execute a grant award from Louisiana Commission on Law Enforcement for the purpose of operating the Baton Rouge City Court Domestic Violence Court, in the amount of $35,000.00, and further authorizing the Administrative Judge and/or Clerk of Court/Administrator of Baton Rouge City Court to accept and execute all grant agreements and/or necessary documents in connection therewith at the appropriate time. By: Clerk of Court / Administrator. Introduce for public hearing on August 12, 2015 11. An Ordinance appointing and ratifying the appointment of commissioners to the Board of Sewerage Commissions for the Harveston Waste Water Treatment District pursuant to La. R.S. 33:3913. By: Harveston Waste Water Treatment District. Introduce for public hearing on August 12, 2015 12. Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute such documents as may be needed in order to mutually terminate, revoke, and cancel the Cooperative Endeavor Agreement, the donation, and all related ancillary agreements pertaining to the proposed library which was to be constructed in the Rouzan Development. By: Library Board of Control. Introduce for public hearing on August 12, 2015 13. Authorizing the Jewel J. Newman Community Center to engage in the solicitation of funds where the solicitation utilizes The Jewel J. Newman Community Center name in its title of a capital campaign. The funds raised will aide in making necessary enhancements/renovations to the Jewel J. Newman Community Center. By: Jewel J. Newman Community Center. Introduce for public hearing on August 12, 2015
D. An Ordinance creating the Third-Florida Economic Development District within the City of Baton Rouge, Louisiana; defining the boundaries thereof from which area City sales tax increments will be determined and used to fund a portion of the costs of an economic development project costs as described herein, all in accordance with and authorized by Chapter 27 of Title 33 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, as amended; designating the governing authority of the district pledging and dedicating the two percent of incremental sales tax collected within the boundaries of the Third-Florida Economic Development District to be used to finance said economic development project costs; requiring the baseline sales tax collection rate in the Third-Florida Economic Development District to be certified; and providing for other matters in connection with the foregoing. By: Councilwoman Wicker. N. Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute and deliver a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement by and between the City of Baton Rouge, the Third-Florida Economic Development District, and the Third-Florida Development, LLC and otherwise providing with respect thereto. By: Councilwoman Wicker.
8. CONDEMNATIONS: A. Frank Williams & Rachel Williams 4150 Winbourne Avenue; Lot 29, Square 2, Eaton Place Subdivision - Council District 07 (This item was deferred from the April 22, 2015 Council Meeting) B. Benjamin Taylor & Bessie Taylor 6758 Ford Street; Lot C, Square 14, Zion City Subdivision - Council District 5 (This item was deferred from the May 13, 2015 Council Meeting) C. William C. Harrison 575 Mills Avenue; Lots 21, 22, & 23, Square 17, University Place Subdivision - Council District 02 (This item was deferred from the June 10, 2015 Council Meeting) * DUE TO LOSS OF A QUORUM, ITEMS 8. D - L WERE NOT CONSIDERED AT THE JUNE 24, 2015 COUNCIL MEETING D. Gwendolyn Watkins, Donna Warriner, Sheila Pittman, Felicia Thompson, & Elliott Thompson 7016 Scenic Hwy.; Lots 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 & 6, Square 13, Bank Subdivision - Council District 10 (This item was deferred from the March 25, 2015 and April 22, 2015 Council Meetings) E. Michael Lyron Dupuy 18115 Plank Road 4.42 acres in Tract 5 - Council District 1 (This item was deferred from April 22, 2015 Council Meeting) F. Eva Curry 9002 Whitfield Street (Front Building Only); Lot 7, Square 2, Taylor Tract - Council District 02 G. Timothy Allen Damon & Carol D. Damon 1728 Port Drive; Lot 29-B, South Highland Industrial Park Subdivision - Council District 03 H. Creola Givens 5656 Peerless Street & Rear Shed; Lots 7 & 8, Square 48, Fortune Subdivision - Council District 05 I. Lennard Dwight Lewis, Johnny Thompson & Louise Lewis Thompson; 6150 Landis Drive; Lot 214, Fairlane Subdivision - Council District 05 J. Larry Hebert & Veronica Nelson Hebert 3833 Sycamore Street (Garage Only); Lot 22, Square 7, Schorten Place Subdivision - Council District 05 K. Binning Properties, LLC; 3023 North Street; Lot 4, Square 2, Progress Park Subdivision - Council District 07 L. Weller Avenue Baptist Church 3535 Mohican Street; Lot Y, Tunica Subdivision - Council District 07 M. Frederick E. Wicker 9347 Port Hudson-Pride Road & Shed; Tract D, Louella Wicker Price Estate - Council District 01 N. Neichole Hess 1048 Sparrow Street; Lots 14 & 15, Square 10, Scotland Heights Subdivision - Council District 02 O. James Lavy & Ida C. Lavy 1763 Snipe Street; Lot 16, Square 108(1), North Baton Rouge Subdivision - Council District 02 P. Juanita Early 1454 Cardinal Street & Rear Garage; Lots 11 & 12, Square 16, North Baton Rouge Subdivision - Council District 02 Q. John D. Thomas & Alice W. Thomas 2952 75th Avenue; Lot 196, Woodaire Subdivision - Council District 02 R. Gerald Charlet & Susan Charlet 5348 Hammond Street; Lot 296, Brookstown Place Subdivision - Council District 05 S. Thurman C Varnado & Margaret B. Varnado 4108 Fairfields Avenue & Rear Garage; Lot 192, Belfair Homes Subdivision - Council District 07 T. Will Parker 1051 N. 49th Street & Rear Shed; Lot 43, Square 51, Greenville Extension Subdivision - Council District 07 U. Expert Maintenance Service, LLC 4779 Sherwood Street; Lot 35, Square 11, North Highlands Addition Subdivision - Council District 07 V. Beatrice Hogan 1463 N. 49th Street; Lot 25, Square 56, Greenville Extension Subdivision - Council District 07 W. Mechelle Williams & Charley Causey 1121 N. 32nd Street; Lot 8, Square 10, Richmond Park Subdivision - Council District 07 X. Elizabeth G Louviere, Drew M Louviere, Lance J Louviere Testamentary Trust 2336 Main Street; Lot 35, Square 2, Combouzou Subdivision - Council District 10 Y. Elnora Avant 2705 River Road; Lot A, Square 179, South Baton Rouge Subdivision - Council District 10 Z. Joseph A Broussard, Sr. & Joseph A Broussard, Jr. 954 Terrace Street; Northeast Portion of Lot 1, Swart Subdivision - Council District 10 AA. Nathan H Reed, Sr. & Gertrude R Young 285 W. Harrison Street & Rear Sheds; Lot 10 Square 26, South Baton Rouge Subdivision - Council District 10 BB. Andrea Demon Hamilton 1996 70th Avenue; Lots 30 & 31, Square 8, Bank Subdivision - Council District 10
PUBLIC HEARINGS: A. Case 12-15 1660 Lobdell Avenue To rezone from C1 (Light Commercial) to C-AB-1 (Commercial Alcoholic Beverage One), on the west side of Lobdell Avenue, south of Old Goodwood Village Avenue, on a portion of Lot M-4 of the Goodwood Estates Subdivision. Section 90, T-7-S, R-1-E, GLD, EBRP, LA. (Council District 11-Heck) Planning Commission Staff Recommendation: Approval, based on consistency with the Comprehensive Plan, compliance with ordinance requirements, and compatibility with surrounding neighborhood. Commission Action: Motion to defer to July 20, 2015 to allow applicants to meet with the neighborhood to review revised application. Motion carried, 7-0 (This item was deferred from the May 20, 2015 Council Meeting and the June 17, 2015 Council Zoning Meeting) B. PA-3-15 FUTUREBR Transportation Element Amendment A proposed amendment to the Major Street Plan to reduce the designated right-of-way width of a portion of Perkins Road between Glasgow Avenue and Congress. (Council District 12-Delgado) Commission Action: Motion to defer until July 20, 2015. Motion carried, 7-0 (This item was deferred from the June 17, 2015 Council Zoning Meeting) C. Amending Title 1, Chapter 3, Part IV of The Code of Ordinances for the Employees' Retirement System of the City of Baton Rouge and Parish of East Baton Rouge to change benefits for members hired on or after July 1, 2015 in accordance with Resolution 51398 adopted by the Metropolitan Council on March 25, 2015. By: Mayor-President. (This item was deferred from the June 10, 2015 Council Meeting) * DUE TO LOSS OF A QUORUM, ITEMS 9. D - S WERE NOT CONSIDERED AT THE JUNE 24, 2015 COUNCIL MEETING D. An Ordinance creating the Third-Florida Economic Development District within the City of Baton Rouge, Louisiana; defining the boundaries thereof from which area City sales tax increments will be determined and used to fund a portion of the costs of an economic development project costs as described herein, all in accordance with and authorized by Chapter 27 of Title 33 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, as amended; designating the governing authority of the district pledging and dedicating the two percent of incremental sales tax collected within the boundaries of the Third-Florida Economic Development District to be used to finance said economic development project costs; requiring the baseline sales tax collection rate in the Third-Florida Economic Development District to be certified; and providing for other matters in connection with the foregoing. By: Councilwoman Wicker. E. Authorizing the appropriation of $1,000,000 of sewer impact fees, collected within the City of Zachary by EBROSCO, for the Rollins Road Regional Pump Station Capacity Project (Budget Supplement No. 8447). By: Interim Director of Public Works. F. An Ordinance approving and ratifying the appointment of commissioners to the Board of Sewerage Commissions for the Harveston Waste Water Treatment District pursuant to La. R.S. 33:3913. By: The Harveston Waste Water Treatment District. G. Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a contract with Louisiana Waste & Consulting Company, LLC for maintenance and servicing of the residential garbage carts for the period August 1, 2015 through February 28, 2018 at a monthly cost of 22 cents per cart. By: Mayor-President. H. Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a contract with BFI Waste Services, LLC, d/b/a Republic Services of Baton Rouge, for the collection and transportation of garbage, trash, and other waste materials from residential dwellings, multi-family units, and government agencies within East Baton Rouge Parish (excluding the cities of Baker and Zachary) for the period September 3, 2015 through February 28, 2018. By: Mayor-President. I. Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a contract with Progressive Waste Solutions for the collection, processing, and marketing of curbside recyclables from residential dwellings within East Baton Rouge Parish (excluding the cities of Baker and Zachary) for the period November 1, 2015 through February 28, 2018. By: Mayor-President. J. Authorization to appropriate $252,000 from the Airport's Cash & Investments Account - Capital Outlay - 481.0000000.100009.0000000 to be placed in Account 482.0989002.651400.8940008 for the North End Development of the Multiplex Facility. By: Director of Aviation. K. Amending the Code of Ordinances, Title 1, Municipal and Parish Organization; Chapter 1, Governing Body; Part 1, Rules of Procedure; Sections 1:8, 1:9, & 1:12 so as to amend the rules and procedures for the Metropolitan Council. By: Councilman Delgado. L. Requesting a report from DPW listing all bridge outages in the parish and what's being done to reopen them with timelines. By: Councilman Welch. M. Authorizing the Mayor-President to grant a Vegetation Management Servitude to Dixie Electric Membership Corporation on a certain tract or parcel of land containing 2.02 acres (Lot 3-A) in the 3rd Ward of the Parish of East Baton Rouge, Section 54-T5S-R2E, along Hooper Road. By: Fire Chief. N. Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute and deliver a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement by and between the City of Baton Rouge, the Third-Florida Economic Development District, and the Third-Florida Development, LLC and otherwise providing with respect thereto. By: Councilwoman Wicker. O. Requesting the designation of Census Tract 40.05 Block Group 1in Lieu of Census Tract 39.04 Block Group 3, as an Enterprise Zone for participation in the Enterprise Zone Program. By: Councilman Amoroso. P. Authorization for the Mayor-President and/or Chairman of the Airport Commission to execute Supplemental Agreement No. 3 with Architects+ for re-design and bidding Services for the Multiplex Facility in an amount not to exceed $252,000.00. By: Director of Aviation. Q. Recommending that the Metropolitan Council of the Parish of East Baton Rouge and City of Baton Rouge authorize the Mayor-President on behalf of the City of Baton Rouge to and for the Parish of East Baton Rouge to enter into an Interagency Agreement/Contract with the Juvenile Court of East Baton Rouge Parish, in the amount of $61,971.00, to continue to offset the cost associated with operating the FINS Program for the Department of Juvenile Services for the period of July 1, 2015 through June 30, 2016. By: Interim Director of Juvenile Services. R. PA-4-15 7950 Airline Highway To amend the Comprehensive Land Use Plan from C (Commercial) to (I) Industrial, on the southwest side of Airline Highway, north of Tom Drive, on lots 14 and 15 of the Goodwood Homesites Subdivision. Section 71, T-7-S, R-1-E, GLD, EBRP, LA. (Council District 6-Collins-Lewis) Planning Commission Staff Recommendation Denial of the request, but approval of an alternative designation of Employment Center (EC) based on examination of the area at a greater level of detail than was done at the time of FUTUREBR adoption. Commission Action: Motion to approve carried, 7-0. (This item was deferred from the June 17, 2015 Council Zoning Meeting) S. Case 16-15 7950 Airline Highway To rezone from C2 (Heavy Commercial) to M1 (Light Industrial), on the west side of Airline Highway, north of Tom Drive, on lots 14 and 15 of the Goodwood Homesites Subdivision. Section 71, T-7-S, R-1-E, GLD, EBRP, LA. (Council District 6-Collin-Lewis) Planning Commission Staff Recommendation Approval, based on compliance with ordinance requirements, and compatibility with surrounding area. Commission Action: Motion to approve carried, 7-0. (This item was deferred from the June 17, 2015 Council Zoning Meeting) T. Authorizing the Mayor-President to submit the 2015-2019 Consolidated Plan and Strategy (CPS) and Action Plan 2015 federal entitlement grant applications to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), Home Investment Partnership (HOME), Housing Opportunities for People with AIDS (HOPWA) and the Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) programs (Totaling approximately $6,773,177 plus $800,000 in estimated program income); Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute grant agreements for the Action Plan 2015 at the appropriate time; Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute the related 2015 Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) grant agreement with the Louisiana Housing Corporation (LHC) in the amount of approximately $733,000; Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute the related Louisiana Emergency Solutions Grant with the Louisiana Housing Corporation (LHC) in the amount of approximately $154,500; and authorizing the Mayor-President or Urban Development Director to execute the related community development contracts. By: Assistant Urban Development Director U. Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a grant agreement and related documents with the Federal Transit Administration in the amount of $2,765,341 to fund the Nicholson Corridor High Capacity Transit System Plan, and appropriating $1 million of traffic impact fees to satisfy the local matching requirement. By: Mayor-President V. Authorizing settlement of the claim of Joshua Chataignier for damages resulting from an auto accident with a Baton Rouge Police Officer, in the amount of $12,134.55, which amount shall be paid from the account designated "Insurance - Auto Liability" (012.4630000.644200). *This matter may be discussed in executive session. (In Proper Person) By: Parish Attorney. W. Authorizing settlement of the claim of James Myers for damages resulting from a sewer back-up in the claimant's fourplex, in the amount of $55,990.94 which amount shall be paid from the account designated "Insurance - General Liability" (012.4630000.644100). * This matter may be discussed in executive session. (In Proper Person) By: Parish Attorney. X. Authorizing settlement of the claim of Robert L. Warren for damages resulting from a sewer back-up in the claimant's fourplex, in the amount of $46,013.92 which amount shall be paid from the account designated "Insurance - General Liability" (012.4630000.644100). * This matter may be discussed in executive session. (In Proper Person) By: Parish Attorney. Y. Authorizing settlement of the claim of Irma Plummer dba Wiat Holdings, LLC for damages resulting from a sewer back-up in the claimant's fourplex, in the amount of $36,025.90 which amount shall be paid from the account designated "Insurance - General Liability" (012.4630000.644100). * This matter may be discussed in executive session. (In Proper Person) By: Parish Attorney. Z. Authorizing settlement of the claim of David Guidry for damages resulting from a sewer back-up in the claimant's fourplexs, in the amount of $43,355.54 which amount shall be paid from the account designated "Insurance - General Liability" **This matter may be discussed in Executive Session. By: Parish Attorney. AA. Authorizing settlement of the matter entitled "The Louisiana DOTD vs. City of Baton Rouge, et al", suit no. 580,238 on the docket of the 19th Judicial District Court, in the amount of $44,000.00, plus court costs in the amount of $72.00, for a total amount of $44,072.00, which amount shall be paid from the account designated "Insurance - Auto Liability" (012.4630000.644200.). * This matter may be discussed in executive session. (Counsel of record is Jacob K. Wilson, State of Louisiana, DOTD) By: Parish Attorney. BB. Authorizing settlement of the matter entitled "Rosina Lagarde vs. Kendell Griffin, et al", no. 601,551 on the docket of the 19th Judicial District Court, in the amount of $113,814.37, plus court costs in the amount of $1,010.20, for a total amount of $114,824.57, and appropriating $114,824.57 for such purpose. * This matter may be discussed in executive session. (Counsel of record is Anne Marie Muller, Gordon McKernan Injury Attorneys) By: Parish Attorney. (Read as a 2.12 introduction) CC. Authorizing the Mayor-President on behalf of the Division of Human Development and Services East Baton Rouge Parish Head Start program, the authority to purchase 15 Automated External Defibrilators (AED's) to be installed at each EBR Head Start facility, with grant funds from the Administration for Children and Families, Office of Head Start, in an amount not to exceed $25,282.20; and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By: DHDS Director. DD. Authorizing the Mayor-President on behalf of the Division of Human Development and Services East Baton Rouge Parish Head Start program, the authority to purchase and install SL14 Security Laminate (Clear Armor) to all windows and doors throughout all city owned Head Start facilites, with grant funds from the Administration for Children and Families, Office of Head Start, in an amount not to exceed $79,983; and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By: DHDS Director. EE. Authorizing the Mayor-President on behalf of the Division of Human Development and Services East Baton Rouge Parish Head Start program, the authority to surplus through the EBR Purchasing Department Procurement procedures, the following vehicles purchased with grant funds from the Administration for Children and Families, Office of Head Start: 2008 Chevy MID Bus - school bus VIN #1GBJG31K381170106 2001 Chevy Astro Van VIN #1GCFG25M111184826 2001 Chevy Cargo Van - VIN #1GNDM19W81B133945 2002 Chevy Malibu - VIN #1G1ND52J42M646109 2003 Chevy Astro Van - VIN #1GNDM19X73B126884 2003 Chevy Astro Van - VIN #1GNDM19X23B126565 2007 Ford Taurus GL - VIN #1FALP52U5VA193324 and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By: DHDS Director. FF. Authorizing the Mayor-President on behalf of the Division of Human Development and Services East Baton Rouge Parish Head Start program, the authority to purchase a copier as follows: Toshiba e-Studio 5560CT, with large capacity paper feeder, saddle stich finisher; 2 or 3 hole punch, for the Head Start Administrative office, located at 4523 Plank Road, with grant funds from the Administration for Children and Families, Office of Head Start, in an amount not to exceed $10,929; and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By: DHDS Director. GG. Authorizing the Mayor-President on behalf of the Division of Human Development and Services East Baton Rouge Parish Head Start program, the authority to remove the existing playground, purchase and install new playground equipment at the Wonderland Head Start Center, located at 1500 Oleander Street, with grant funds from the Administration for Children and Families, Office of Head Start, in an amount not to exceed $31,910; and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By: DHDS Director. HH. Authorizing the Mayor-President on behalf of the Division of Human Development and Services East Baton Rouge Parish Head Start program, the authority to remove the existing playground, purchase and install new playground equipment at the Progress Road II Head Start Center, located at 1881 Progress Road, with grant funds from the Administration for Children and Families, Office of Head Start, in an amount not to exceed $15,050; and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By: DHDS Director. II. Authorizing the Mayor-President on behalf of the Division of Human Development and Services East Baton Rouge Parish Head Start program, the authority to remove the existing playground, purchase and install new playground equipment at the Charlie Thomas Head Start Center, located at 8686 Pecan Tree Drive, with grant funds from the Administration for Children and Families, Office of Head Start, in an amount not to exceed $82,700; and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By: DHDS Director. JJ. Amending and re-enacting Ordinance 15791 so as to grant to Entergy Gulf States Louisiana, L.L.C. the right, privilege and franchise, for a period of 50 years from the effective date of this ordinance, to lay, maintain and operate mains and pipes in, under, along and through the public streets, avenues, alleys, roads, highways, and other public places of and within the City of Baton Rouge for the transmission, distribution and sale of gas to the city of Baton Rouge and its inhabitants; providing regulations and conditions for the exercise of said right, privilege and franchise, and penalties for violation hereof. By: Mayor-President. KK. Authorizing the Mayor-President to accept a sub-recipient grant from the Capital Resource Conservation and Development Council, Inc. on behalf of the Department of Environmental Services in the total amount of $21,840 for the period of one year at the hourly rate of $17.50 , 24 hours per week, to provide funds for the partial reimbursement to the City-Parish for the inspection of private sewage treatment systems in the Comite River Watershed in East Baton Rouge Parish. By: Director of Public Works.
PUBLIC HEARINGS: A. Case 12-15 1660 Lobdell Avenue To rezone from C1 (Light Commercial) to C-AB-1 (Commercial Alcoholic Beverage One), on the west side of Lobdell Avenue, south of Old Goodwood Village Avenue, on a portion of Lot M-4 of the Goodwood Estates Subdivision. Section 90, T-7-S, R-1-E, GLD, EBRP, LA. (Council District 11-Heck) Planning Commission Staff Recommendation: Approval, based on consistency with the Comprehensive Plan, compliance with ordinance requirements, and compatibility with surrounding neighborhood. Commission Action: Motion to defer to July 20, 2015 to allow applicants to meet with the neighborhood to review revised application. Motion carried, 7-0 (This item was deferred from the May 20, 2015 Council Meeting and the June 17, 2015 Council Zoning Meeting) B. PA-3-15 FUTUREBR Transportation Element Amendment A proposed amendment to the Major Street Plan to reduce the designated right-of-way width of a portion of Perkins Road between Glasgow Avenue and Congress. (Council District 12-Delgado) Commission Action: Motion to defer until July 20, 2015. Motion carried, 7-0 (This item was deferred from the June 17, 2015 Council Zoning Meeting) C. Amending Title 1, Chapter 3, Part IV of The Code of Ordinances for the Employees' Retirement System of the City of Baton Rouge and Parish of East Baton Rouge to change benefits for members hired on or after July 1, 2015 in accordance with Resolution 51398 adopted by the Metropolitan Council on March 25, 2015. By: Mayor-President. (This item was deferred from the June 10, 2015 Council Meeting) * DUE TO LOSS OF A QUORUM, ITEMS 9. D - S WERE NOT CONSIDERED AT THE JUNE 24, 2015 COUNCIL MEETING D. An Ordinance creating the Third-Florida Economic Development District within the City of Baton Rouge, Louisiana; defining the boundaries thereof from which area City sales tax increments will be determined and used to fund a portion of the costs of an economic development project costs as described herein, all in accordance with and authorized by Chapter 27 of Title 33 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, as amended; designating the governing authority of the district pledging and dedicating the two percent of incremental sales tax collected within the boundaries of the Third-Florida Economic Development District to be used to finance said economic development project costs; requiring the baseline sales tax collection rate in the Third-Florida Economic Development District to be certified; and providing for other matters in connection with the foregoing. By: Councilwoman Wicker. E. Authorizing the appropriation of $1,000,000 of sewer impact fees, collected within the City of Zachary by EBROSCO, for the Rollins Road Regional Pump Station Capacity Project (Budget Supplement No. 8447). By: Interim Director of Public Works. F. An Ordinance approving and ratifying the appointment of commissioners to the Board of Sewerage Commissions for the Harveston Waste Water Treatment District pursuant to La. R.S. 33:3913. By: The Harveston Waste Water Treatment District. G. Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a contract with Louisiana Waste & Consulting Company, LLC for maintenance and servicing of the residential garbage carts for the period August 1, 2015 through February 28, 2018 at a monthly cost of 22 cents per cart. By: Mayor-President. H. Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a contract with BFI Waste Services, LLC, d/b/a Republic Services of Baton Rouge, for the collection and transportation of garbage, trash, and other waste materials from residential dwellings, multi-family units, and government agencies within East Baton Rouge Parish (excluding the cities of Baker and Zachary) for the period September 3, 2015 through February 28, 2018. By: Mayor-President. I. Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a contract with Progressive Waste Solutions for the collection, processing, and marketing of curbside recyclables from residential dwellings within East Baton Rouge Parish (excluding the cities of Baker and Zachary) for the period November 1, 2015 through February 28, 2018. By: Mayor-President. J. Authorization to appropriate $252,000 from the Airport's Cash & Investments Account - Capital Outlay - 481.0000000.100009.0000000 to be placed in Account 482.0989002.651400.8940008 for the North End Development of the Multiplex Facility. By: Director of Aviation. K. Amending the Code of Ordinances, Title 1, Municipal and Parish Organization; Chapter 1, Governing Body; Part 1, Rules of Procedure; Sections 1:8, 1:9, & 1:12 so as to amend the rules and procedures for the Metropolitan Council. By: Councilman Delgado. L. Requesting a report from DPW listing all bridge outages in the parish and what's being done to reopen them with timelines. By: Councilman Welch. M. Authorizing the Mayor-President to grant a Vegetation Management Servitude to Dixie Electric Membership Corporation on a certain tract or parcel of land containing 2.02 acres (Lot 3-A) in the 3rd Ward of the Parish of East Baton Rouge, Section 54-T5S-R2E, along Hooper Road. By: Fire Chief. N. Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute and deliver a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement by and between the City of Baton Rouge, the Third-Florida Economic Development District, and the Third-Florida Development, LLC and otherwise providing with respect thereto. By: Councilwoman Wicker. O. Requesting the designation of Census Tract 40.05 Block Group 1in Lieu of Census Tract 39.04 Block Group 3, as an Enterprise Zone for participation in the Enterprise Zone Program. By: Councilman Amoroso. P. Authorization for the Mayor-President and/or Chairman of the Airport Commission to execute Supplemental Agreement No. 3 with Architects+ for re-design and bidding Services for the Multiplex Facility in an amount not to exceed $252,000.00. By: Director of Aviation. Q. Recommending that the Metropolitan Council of the Parish of East Baton Rouge and City of Baton Rouge authorize the Mayor-President on behalf of the City of Baton Rouge to and for the Parish of East Baton Rouge to enter into an Interagency Agreement/Contract with the Juvenile Court of East Baton Rouge Parish, in the amount of $61,971.00, to continue to offset the cost associated with operating the FINS Program for the Department of Juvenile Services for the period of July 1, 2015 through June 30, 2016. By: Interim Director of Juvenile Services. R. PA-4-15 7950 Airline Highway To amend the Comprehensive Land Use Plan from C (Commercial) to (I) Industrial, on the southwest side of Airline Highway, north of Tom Drive, on lots 14 and 15 of the Goodwood Homesites Subdivision. Section 71, T-7-S, R-1-E, GLD, EBRP, LA. (Council District 6-Collins-Lewis) Planning Commission Staff Recommendation Denial of the request, but approval of an alternative designation of Employment Center (EC) based on examination of the area at a greater level of detail than was done at the time of FUTUREBR adoption. Commission Action: Motion to approve carried, 7-0. (This item was deferred from the June 17, 2015 Council Zoning Meeting) S. Case 16-15 7950 Airline Highway To rezone from C2 (Heavy Commercial) to M1 (Light Industrial), on the west side of Airline Highway, north of Tom Drive, on lots 14 and 15 of the Goodwood Homesites Subdivision. Section 71, T-7-S, R-1-E, GLD, EBRP, LA. (Council District 6-Collin-Lewis) Planning Commission Staff Recommendation Approval, based on compliance with ordinance requirements, and compatibility with surrounding area. Commission Action: Motion to approve carried, 7-0. (This item was deferred from the June 17, 2015 Council Zoning Meeting) T. Authorizing the Mayor-President to submit the 2015-2019 Consolidated Plan and Strategy (CPS) and Action Plan 2015 federal entitlement grant applications to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), Home Investment Partnership (HOME), Housing Opportunities for People with AIDS (HOPWA) and the Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) programs (Totaling approximately $6,773,177 plus $800,000 in estimated program income); Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute grant agreements for the Action Plan 2015 at the appropriate time; Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute the related 2015 Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) grant agreement with the Louisiana Housing Corporation (LHC) in the amount of approximately $733,000; Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute the related Louisiana Emergency Solutions Grant with the Louisiana Housing Corporation (LHC) in the amount of approximately $154,500; and authorizing the Mayor-President or Urban Development Director to execute the related community development contracts. By: Assistant Urban Development Director U. Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a grant agreement and related documents with the Federal Transit Administration in the amount of $2,765,341 to fund the Nicholson Corridor High Capacity Transit System Plan, and appropriating $1 million of traffic impact fees to satisfy the local matching requirement. By: Mayor-President V. Authorizing settlement of the claim of Joshua Chataignier for damages resulting from an auto accident with a Baton Rouge Police Officer, in the amount of $12,134.55, which amount shall be paid from the account designated "Insurance - Auto Liability" (012.4630000.644200). *This matter may be discussed in executive session. (In Proper Person) By: Parish Attorney. W. Authorizing settlement of the claim of James Myers for damages resulting from a sewer back-up in the claimant's fourplex, in the amount of $55,990.94 which amount shall be paid from the account designated "Insurance - General Liability" (012.4630000.644100). * This matter may be discussed in executive session. (In Proper Person) By: Parish Attorney. X. Authorizing settlement of the claim of Robert L. Warren for damages resulting from a sewer back-up in the claimant's fourplex, in the amount of $46,013.92 which amount shall be paid from the account designated "Insurance - General Liability" (012.4630000.644100). * This matter may be discussed in executive session. (In Proper Person) By: Parish Attorney. Y. Authorizing settlement of the claim of Irma Plummer dba Wiat Holdings, LLC for damages resulting from a sewer back-up in the claimant's fourplex, in the amount of $36,025.90 which amount shall be paid from the account designated "Insurance - General Liability" (012.4630000.644100). * This matter may be discussed in executive session. (In Proper Person) By: Parish Attorney. Z. Authorizing settlement of the claim of David Guidry for damages resulting from a sewer back-up in the claimant's fourplexs, in the amount of $43,355.54 which amount shall be paid from the account designated "Insurance - General Liability" **This matter may be discussed in Executive Session. By: Parish Attorney. AA. Authorizing settlement of the matter entitled "The Louisiana DOTD vs. City of Baton Rouge, et al", suit no. 580,238 on the docket of the 19th Judicial District Court, in the amount of $44,000.00, plus court costs in the amount of $72.00, for a total amount of $44,072.00, which amount shall be paid from the account designated "Insurance - Auto Liability" (012.4630000.644200.). * This matter may be discussed in executive session. (Counsel of record is Jacob K. Wilson, State of Louisiana, DOTD) By: Parish Attorney. BB. Authorizing settlement of the matter entitled "Rosina Lagarde vs. Kendell Griffin, et al", no. 601,551 on the docket of the 19th Judicial District Court, in the amount of $113,814.37, plus court costs in the amount of $1,010.20, for a total amount of $114,824.57, and appropriating $114,824.57 for such purpose. * This matter may be discussed in executive session. (Counsel of record is Anne Marie Muller, Gordon McKernan Injury Attorneys) By: Parish Attorney. (Read as a 2.12 introduction) CC. Authorizing the Mayor-President on behalf of the Division of Human Development and Services East Baton Rouge Parish Head Start program, the authority to purchase 15 Automated External Defibrilators (AED's) to be installed at each EBR Head Start facility, with grant funds from the Administration for Children and Families, Office of Head Start, in an amount not to exceed $25,282.20; and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By: DHDS Director. DD. Authorizing the Mayor-President on behalf of the Division of Human Development and Services East Baton Rouge Parish Head Start program, the authority to purchase and install SL14 Security Laminate (Clear Armor) to all windows and doors throughout all city owned Head Start facilites, with grant funds from the Administration for Children and Families, Office of Head Start, in an amount not to exceed $79,983; and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By: DHDS Director. EE. Authorizing the Mayor-President on behalf of the Division of Human Development and Services East Baton Rouge Parish Head Start program, the authority to surplus through the EBR Purchasing Department Procurement procedures, the following vehicles purchased with grant funds from the Administration for Children and Families, Office of Head Start: 2008 Chevy MID Bus - school bus VIN #1GBJG31K381170106 2001 Chevy Astro Van VIN #1GCFG25M111184826 2001 Chevy Cargo Van - VIN #1GNDM19W81B133945 2002 Chevy Malibu - VIN #1G1ND52J42M646109 2003 Chevy Astro Van - VIN #1GNDM19X73B126884 2003 Chevy Astro Van - VIN #1GNDM19X23B126565 2007 Ford Taurus GL - VIN #1FALP52U5VA193324 and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By: DHDS Director. FF. Authorizing the Mayor-President on behalf of the Division of Human Development and Services East Baton Rouge Parish Head Start program, the authority to purchase a copier as follows: Toshiba e-Studio 5560CT, with large capacity paper feeder, saddle stich finisher; 2 or 3 hole punch, for the Head Start Administrative office, located at 4523 Plank Road, with grant funds from the Administration for Children and Families, Office of Head Start, in an amount not to exceed $10,929; and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By: DHDS Director. GG. Authorizing the Mayor-President on behalf of the Division of Human Development and Services East Baton Rouge Parish Head Start program, the authority to remove the existing playground, purchase and install new playground equipment at the Wonderland Head Start Center, located at 1500 Oleander Street, with grant funds from the Administration for Children and Families, Office of Head Start, in an amount not to exceed $31,910; and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By: DHDS Director. HH. Authorizing the Mayor-President on behalf of the Division of Human Development and Services East Baton Rouge Parish Head Start program, the authority to remove the existing playground, purchase and install new playground equipment at the Progress Road II Head Start Center, located at 1881 Progress Road, with grant funds from the Administration for Children and Families, Office of Head Start, in an amount not to exceed $15,050; and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By: DHDS Director. II. Authorizing the Mayor-President on behalf of the Division of Human Development and Services East Baton Rouge Parish Head Start program, the authority to remove the existing playground, purchase and install new playground equipment at the Charlie Thomas Head Start Center, located at 8686 Pecan Tree Drive, with grant funds from the Administration for Children and Families, Office of Head Start, in an amount not to exceed $82,700; and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By: DHDS Director. JJ. Amending and re-enacting Ordinance 15791 so as to grant to Entergy Gulf States Louisiana, L.L.C. the right, privilege and franchise, for a period of 50 years from the effective date of this ordinance, to lay, maintain and operate mains and pipes in, under, along and through the public streets, avenues, alleys, roads, highways, and other public places of and within the City of Baton Rouge for the transmission, distribution and sale of gas to the city of Baton Rouge and its inhabitants; providing regulations and conditions for the exercise of said right, privilege and franchise, and penalties for violation hereof. By: Mayor-President. KK. Authorizing the Mayor-President to accept a sub-recipient grant from the Capital Resource Conservation and Development Council, Inc. on behalf of the Department of Environmental Services in the total amount of $21,840 for the period of one year at the hourly rate of $17.50 , 24 hours per week, to provide funds for the partial reimbursement to the City-Parish for the inspection of private sewage treatment systems in the Comite River Watershed in East Baton Rouge Parish. By: Director of Public Works.
ADJUDICATED PROPERTIES: * DUE TO LOSS OF A QUORUM, ITEMS 10. A - S WERE NOT CONSIDERED AT THE JUNE 24, 2015 COUNCIL MEETING A. Lot 4-D-5, Breeden Real Estate Referral 15560 Port Hudson-Pride Road Service of Louisiana, LLC Metro Council District 01 - Welch Initial Bid Amount $ 100.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds) $ 500.00 Appraised Value $40,000.00 Taxes Due $ 918.40 High Bidder: Real Estate Referral Service $100.00 Intended Use: Resell. B. Lot 73-A, Bayou Fountain Subdivision Bayou Fountain, L.L.C. Bayou Fountain Avenue Metro Council District 03 - Loupe Initial Bid Amount $ 500.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds) $ 500.00 Appraised Value $10,000.00 Taxes Due $ 6,231.56 High Bidder: Bayou Fountain, L.L.C. $500.00 Intended Use: Investment and put back into commerce. C. Lot 73-B, Bayou Fountain Subdivision Bayou Fountain, L.L.C. Bayou Fountain Avenue Metro Council District 03 - Loupe Initial Bid Amount $ 500.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds) $ 500.00 Appraised Value $10,000.00 Taxes Due $ 6,240.91 High Bidder: Bayou Fountain, L.L.C. $500.00 Intended Use: Investment and put back into commerce. D. Lot 26, Square 11, Eden Park Good Deeds, L.L.C. North 35th Street Metro Council District 02 - Banks-Daniel Initial Bid Amount $ 50.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds) $ 500.00 Appraised Value $ 2,000.00 Taxes Due $10,981.57 High Bidder: Good Deeds, L.L.C. $50.00 Intended Use: Keep it clean. E. Lot 28+, Square 4, Northdale Addition First Alpine Baptist Church Chestnut Street Metro Council District 10 - Wicker Initial Bid Amount $ 100.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds) $ 500.00 Appraised Value $ 4,000.00 Taxes Due $ 3,509.06 High Bidder: First Alpine Baptist Church $100.00 Intended Use: Maintain community garden. F. Lot 10, Baker Lots & Acres George W. Williams Robinson Street, Baker Metro Council District 02 - Banks-Daniel Initial Bid Amount $ 200.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds) $ 500.00 Appraised Value $ 7,250.00 Taxes Due $ 4,862.33 High Bidder: George W. Williams $200.00 Intended Use: Add to my property, maintain. G. Lot 5 pt., Square 13, Gracie Riddick Investments, LLC North Street Metro Council District 10 - Wicker Initial Bid Amount $ 500.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds) $ 500.00 Appraised Value $ 1,500.00 Taxes Due $ 1,231.56 High Bidder: Riddick Investments, L.L.C. $500.00 Intended Use: Keep grass cut and remove trash. H. Lot 102, Oak Forest Real Estate Referral Oak Forest Avenue Service of Louisiana, LLC Metro Council District 06 - Collins-Lewis Initial Bid Amount $ 100.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds) $ 500.00 Appraised Value $12,000.00 Taxes Due $ 1,957.12 High Bidder: Anthony N. Graphia $500.00 Intended Use: Clean lot, put back into commerce. I. Lot 25+, Square 19, University Place Marshall Flowers Avenue D Metro Council District 02 - Banks-Daniel Initial Bid Amount $ 100.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds) $ 500.00 Appraised Value $15,000.00 Taxes Due $ 564.77 High Bidder: Marshall Flowers $100.00 Intended Use: Build a house. J. Lot 5, Square 1, Monte Vista Frederick G. Dettmann South Eugene Metro Council District 07 - Marcelle Initial Bid Amount $ 2,000.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds) $ 500.00 Appraised Value $20,000.00 Taxes Due $ 2,171.64 High Bidder: Frederick G. Dettmann $2,000.00 Intended Use: Outdoor addition to existing adjoining business. K. Lot 41, Belfair Homes Joey Weeks Carleton Drive Metro Council District 07 - Marcelle Initial Bid Amount $ 500.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds) $ 500.00 Appraised Value $ 6,000.00 Taxes Due $ 2,419.28 High Bidder: Joey Weeks $500.00 Intended Use: Maintenance and preservation for community. L. Lot 46, Belfair Homes Joey Weeks Carleton Drive Metro Council District 07 - Marcelle Initial Bid Amount $ 500.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds) $ 500.00 Appraised Value $ 6,000.00 Taxes Due $ 1,825.14 High Bidder: Joey Weeks $500.00 Intended Use: Maintenance and preservation for community. M. Lot 106, Park Addition Constance Savoy 1668 North 39th Street Metro Council District 07 - Marcelle Initial Bid Amount $ 100.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds) $ 500.00 Appraised Value $10,000.00 Taxes Due $ 1,794.86 High Bidder: Gretchen Pennywell $1,600.00 Intended Use: Personal use. N. Lot 43, Square 13, South Baton Rouge David N. Washington 2020 Georgia Street Metro Council District 10 - Wicker Initial Bid Amount $ 1,000.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds) $ 500.00 Appraised Value $15,000.00 Taxes Due $ 2,156.82 High Bidder: David N. Washington $4,600.00 Intended Use: Rental. O. Lot B-1, Section 78, T7S, R1E. Huston M. Williams 845 North Foster Drive Metro Council District 07 - Marcelle Initial Bid Amount $ 5,000.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds) $ 500.00 Appraised Value $ 55,000.00 Taxes Due $ 12,852.64 High Bidder: Dominique Banks $33,000.00 Intended Use: Resale. P. Lot 10, Square 100, Istrouma Bernadine Dunn 3325 Alliquippa Street Metro Council District 10 - Wicker Initial Bid Amount $ 100.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds) $ 500.00 Appraised Value $ 7,000.00 Taxes Due $ 951.83 High Bidder: Bernadine Dunn $100.00 Intended Use: Income. Q. Lot 4, Square 10, Hickey Town Southern Lifestyle Convention Street Metro Council District 10 - Wicker Initial Bid Amount $ 1,000.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds) $ 500.00 Appraised Value $32,000.00 Taxes Due $ 4,688.94 High Bidder: Southern Lifestyle Development $1,000.00 Intended Use: Residential. R. Lot 6, Square 6, Georgetown Haytham Amous Tuscaloosa Metro Council District 07 - Marcelle Initial Bid Amount $ 500.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds) $ 500.00 Appraised Value $ 1,000.00 Taxes Due $ 600.47 High Bidder: Haytham Amous $500.00 Intended Use: Keep it clean. S. Lot 7, Square 6, Georgetown Haytham Amous Tuscaloosa Metro Council District 07 - Marcelle Initial Bid Amount $ 500.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds) $ 500.00 Appraised Value $ 1,000.00 Taxes Due $ 600.74 High Bidder: Haytham Amous $500.00 Intended Use: Keep it clean. T. Lot 20, Square 55, Greenville Extension Charles W. Oliver 1262 North 47th Street Metro Council District 07 - Marcelle Initial Bid Amount $ 500.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds) $ 500.00 Appraised Value $ 8,000.00 Taxes Due $ 1,051.44 HIGH BIDDER: Charles W. Oliver $2,000.00 Intended Use: To live in. U. Lot 2, Square 355, Dickerson Place Lloyd E. Walker, Jr. South 16th Street Metro Council District 10 - Wicker Initial Bid Amount $ 100.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds) $ 500.00 Appraised Value $11,000.00 Taxes Due $ 1,318.48 HIGH BIDDER: Lloyd E. Walker, Jr. $3,000.00 Intended Use: Re-sale. V. Lot 35, Whispering Oaks Lloyd E. Walker, Jr. Lazy Oaks Drive Metro Council District 02 - Banks-Daniel Initial Bid Amount $ 100.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds) $ 500.00 Appraised Value $10,000.00 Taxes Due $ 1,698.98 HIGH BIDDER: Lloyd E. Walker, Jr. $3,000.00 Intended Use: Re-sale. W. Lot 10+, Square 9, Northdale Leslie Dalcourt North 20th Street Metro Council District 10 - Wicker Initial Bid Amount $ 700.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds) $ 500.00 Appraised Value $ 6,000.00 Taxes Due $ 3,471.78 HIGH BIDDER: Leslie Dalcourt $1,000.00 Intended Use: Build a home. X. Lot 147, Holiday Woods Patricia A. Brown East Monarch Metro Council District 05 - Edwards Initial Bid Amount $ 200.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds) $ 500.00 Appraised Value $14,000.00 Taxes Due $ 2,936.32 HIGH BIDDER: Patricia A. Brown $700.00 Intended Use: Add to family property. Y. Lot 74, Bryan Estates Damon & Damon Regatta Drive Properties, L.L.C. Metro Council District 05 - Edwards Initial Bid Amount $ 100.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds) $ 500.00 Appraised Value $ 6,000.00 Taxes Due $ 1,291.87 HIGH BIDDER: Damon & Damon Properties $100.00 Intended Use: Add to my property. Z. Lot 115, Highland Gardens Latanya Thomas Dalton Street Metro Council District 07 - Marcelle Initial Bid Amount $ 100.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds) $ 500.00 Appraised Value $ 1,500.00 Taxes Due $ 4,842.49 HIGH BIDDER: Latanya Thomas $1,700.00 Intended Use: Build on it. AA. Lot 116, Highland Gardens Latanya Thomas Dalton Street Metro Council District 07 - Marcelle Initial Bid Amount $ 100.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds) $ 500.00 Appraised Value $ 1,500.00 Taxes Due $10,157.31 HIGH BIDDER: Latanya Thomas $1,400.00 Intended Use: Build on it. BB. Lot 30, Square 24, Eden Park Freddie L. Johnson North 37th Street Metro Council District 07 - Marcelle Initial Bid Amount $ 100.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds) $ 500.00 Appraised Value $ 1,500.00 Taxes Due $ 1,039.37 HIGH BIDDER: Freddie L. Johnson $1,500.00 Intended Use: Keep clean.
APPOINTMENTS: * DUE TO LOSS OF A QUORUM, ITEM 12. A. WAS NOT CONSIDERED AT THE JUNE 24, 2015 COUNCIL MEETING A. VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT - ALSEN ST. IRMA LEE: One appointment to fill the vacancy left by Joe Williams, who resigned. This term expires on January 1, 2016. Current Ballot: No information received (This item was deferred from the April 22, 2015 and May 27, 2015 Council Meetings) B. COMPLETE STREETS CITIZENS ADVISORY COMMITTEE: One appointment to concur in the nomination by the Federation of Greater Baton Rouge Civic Association. This term expires on July 31, 2017. Current Ballot: Nancy Curry (Received letter requesting appointment) C. COMPLETE STREETS CITIZENS ADVISORY COMMITTEE: One appointment to concur in the nomination by Bike Baton Rouge. This term expires on July 31, 2017. Current Ballot: Aaron Cherry (Received letter requesting appointment) D. COMPLETE STREETS CITIZENS ADVISORY COMMITTEE: One appointment to concur in the nomination by The Advocacy Center. This term expires on July 31, 2017. Current Ballot: Stephen Kauffman (Received letter requesting appointment) E. COMPLETE STREETS CITIZENS ADVISORY COMMITTEE: One appointment to concur in the nomination by the board of the Mayor's Healthy City Initiative. This term expires on July 31, 2017. Current Ballot: (Received letter requesting appointment) Andy Allen F. COMPLETE STREETS CITIZENS ADVISORY COMMITTEE: One appointment to concur in the nomination by Louisiana State University. This term expires on July 31, 2017. Current Ballot: Dennis Mitchell (Received letter requesting appointment) G. COMPLETE STREETS CITIZENS ADVISORY COMMITTEE: One appointment to concur in the nomination by Southern University. This term expires on July 31, 2017. Current Ballot: Peter Breaux (Received letter requesting appointment) H. COMPLETE STREETS CITIZENS ADVISORY COMMITTEE: One appointment to concur in the nomination by the Baton Rouge Sustainable Transportation Advisory Committee. This term expires on July 31, 2017. Current Ballot: Beaux Jones (Received letter requesting appointment) I. COMPLETE STREETS CITIZENS ADVISORY COMMITTEE: One appointment to concur in the nomination by the Baton Rouge Growth Coalition. This term expires on July 31, 2017. Current Ballot: Laurence Lambert (Received letter requesting appointment) J. COMPLETE STREETS CITIZENS ADVISORY COMMITTEE: One appointment to fill a vacancy on the newly created Complete Streets Citizens Advisory Committee. This is a Council Appointment. This term expires on July 31, 2017. Current Ballot: Eric Dexter Carlton Jones Joshua Melder Rachel Stewart Eric White K. COMPLETE STREETS CITIZENS ADVISORY COMMITTEE: One appointment to fill a vacancy on the newly created Complete Streets Citizens Advisory Committee. This is a Council Appointment. This term expires on July 31, 2019. Current Ballot: Eric Dexter Carlton Jones Joshua Melder Rachel Stewart Eric White L. COMPLETE STREETS CITIZENS ADVISORY COMMITTEE: One appointment to concur in the nomination of the Planning Director or his designee. This term expires on July 31, 2019. Current Ballot: Frank Duke (Received letter requesting appointment) M. COMPLETE STREETS CITIZENS ADVISORY COMMITTEE: One appointment to concur in the nomination of the Baton Rouge Area Chamber. This term expires on July 31, 2019. Current Ballot: Logan Anderson (Received letter requesting appointment) N. COMPLETE STREETS CITIZENS ADVISORY COMMITTEE: One appointment to concur in the nomination of the Baton Rouge Chapter of the AARP. This term expires on July 31, 2019. Current Ballot: Dr. Jeanne George (Received letter requesting appointment) O. COMPLETE STREETS CITIZENS ADVISORY COMMITTEE: One appointment to concur in the nomination of the Center for Planning Excellence. This term expires on July 31, 2019. Current Ballot: Rachel Diresto (Received letter requesting appointment) P. COMPLETE STREETS CITIZENS ADVISORY COMMITTEE: One appointment to concur in the nomination of the Greater Baton Rouge Association of Realtors. This term expires on July 31, 2019. Current Ballot: J. Michael “Mike” Walker (Received letter requesting appointment) Q. PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION: One appointment to fill the unexpired term of W. T. Winfield who resigned. This term expires on December 31, 2015. (Must be a City of Baton Rouge resident) Current Ballot: Dixon McMakin Christopher Odinet Myles Reed R. HOUSING AUTHORITY OF EAST BATON ROUGE PARISH: Consideration of reappointing or replacing Anita Gray (tenant representative) , whose term expires on August 9, 2015, effective August 10, 2015. This is a five (5) year term. Current Ballot: no information received S. HOUSING AUTHORITY OF EAST BATON ROUGE PARISH: Consideration of reappointing or replacing Tommie Gipson, whose term expires on August 9, 2015, effective August 10, 2015. This is a five (5) year term. Current Ballot: Tommie Gipson (Received letter requesting reappointment) Nicholas Randall
ITEMS: * DUE TO LOSS OF A QUORUM, ITEM 13. A.1. WAS NOT CONSIDERED AT THE JUNE 24, 2015 COUNCIL MEETING A. CHANGE ORDERS: 1. Project Title: Government St. - South Acadian Thwy. Project Project Number: 09-GS-MS-0043 Original Estimated Cost: $9,700,000.00 Purchase Order Number: Account Number: 411.7578213.752400.6087360; 415.7578213.752400.6087360; 441.7578213.752400.6087360 Council Award Date: April 23, 2014 Contractor: JB James Construction, LLC Change Order Number: 2 (Two) Change Order Amount: $ 125,860.19 Original Contract Amount: $11,989,083.50 Net Previous Changes: ($ 991,250.00) New Contract Amount: $11,123,693.69 Description: Additional length and increased casing pipe size for jack and bore at PS-4, add pay item for 48" manholes and delete pay items for 72" manholes, an increase in quantity of 24" reinforced concrete pipe. Why Required: To facilitate the Government-S. Acadian project and reduce future costs resulting from changes attributed to unforeseen conditions or other conflicts. 2. Project Title: Renovations for East Baton Rouge Public Safety Complex Baton Rouge Police Headquarters Project Number: 14-ASC-CP-0850 Original Estimated Cost: $4,200,000.00 Purchase Order Number: PO141297 Account Number: 324.7510571.651900.5220314 Council Award Date: July 23, 2014 Contractor: Stuart & Company General Contractors, LLC Change Order Number: 4 (four) (extend contract for 76 additional days) Change Order Amount: $ 160,200.00 Original Contract Amount: $4,141,000.00 Net Previous Changes: $ 102,361.00 New Contract Amount: $4,403,561.00 Description: Various changes to the scope of work such as electrical modifications, addition of canopy, increased scope for carpet replacement at Academy due to water damage, as well as other miscellaneous items, including credits for revisions to glazing at upper level and flooring revisions. Why Required: Unforeseen conditions and requested by the user agency. Additional time required due to changes in the scope of work. 3. Project Title: Sales Tax Street and Road Rehabilitation Program Project No. 13-14 (S. River Rd, Goodwood/Lobdell Intersection & Audubon Ave) Project Number: 13-AO-ST-0039 Original Estimated Cost: $468,813.24 Purchase Order Number: PO140431 Account Number: 147.7210012.647100.2025713 Council Award Date: January 22, 2014 Contractor: Coastal Bridge Company LLC Change Order Number: 4 (Four) (Final) Change Order Amount: $ (169.84) Original Contract Amount: $392,049.83 Net Previous Changes: $ 81,298.58 New Contract Amount: $473,178.57 Description: Adjustment of Final Quantities. Why Required: Increase/decrease contract items to final amount & cost. 4. Project Title: Delmont Area Improvements Project Number: 09-SW-US-0069 Original Estimated Cost: $569,277.28 Purchase Order Number: PO120566 Account Number: 146.7210042.652360.2044510 341.7548852.652360.5925210 Council Award Date: April 11, 2012 Contractor: LA Contracting Enterprise, LLC Change Order Number: 1 (one) Change Order Amount: ($ 23,884.80) Original Contract Amount: $404,418.20 Net Previous Changes: $0.00 New Contract Amount: $380,533.40 Description: Reconciliation of Quantities Why Required: Reconciliation of Quantities 5. Project Title: Runway 4L/22R Threshold Relocation Project Number: 3-22-0006-101-2014 Original Estimated Cost: $1,625,225 Purchase Order Number: PO141813 Account Number: 482.0989002.652310.8189001 Council Award Date: October 8, 2014 Contractor: Ernest P. Breaux, Electrical Inc. Change Order Number: Two (2) Change Order Amount: $ (184,690.89) Decrease Original Contract Amount: $ 1,996,489.44 Net Previous Changes: $ 60,873.62 New Contract Amount: $ 1,872,672.18 Description: Field changes for Runway 4L/22R Threshold Relocation. Why Required: To construct project in accordance with applicable FAA standards. 6. Project Title: Runway 22R Special CAT II Upgrade Project Number: xxx xxx Original Estimated Cost: $1,895,420 Purchase Order Number: PO141734 Account Number: 482.0989002.652310.8498987 Council Award Date: September 24, 2014 Contractor: Ernest P. Breaux, Electrical, Inc. Change Order Number: Two (2) Change Order Amount: $ 25,257.19 Original Contract Amount: $ 1,764,868.50 Net Previous Changes: $ 192,732.48 New Contract Amount: $ 1,982,858.17 Description: Field changes for Runway 22R Special CAT II and reconcile quantities. Why Required: To construct project in accordance with applicable FAA standards. B. FINAL ACCEPTANCES: 1. Library Branch Exterior Lighting Replacement (Bluebonnet, Central, Greenwell Springs, and Pride Chaneyville Branches) Project 14-ASC-CP-0864 - Account 111.1200015.647200.0; 111.1200015.643550.0- Council Award Date: October 22, 2015 Contractor: Allrite Electric, Inc. Estimated Cost: $390,395.50 Contract Amount: $341,340.00 Total Change Orders (1): $ 12,207.62 Final Cost: $353,547.62 Days Allocated: 180 Days Used: 175 Liquidated Damages: None 2. Sales Tax Street and Road Rehabilitation Program Project No. 13-14 (S. River Rd, Goodwood/Lobdell Intersection & Audubon Ave) Project 13-AO-ST-0039 - Account 147.7210012.647100.2025713 - Council Award Date: January 22, 2014 Contractor: Coastal Bridge Company LLC Estimated Cost: $468,813.24 Contract Amount: $392,049.83 Total Change Orders(4): $ 81,128.74 Final Cost: $473,178.57 Days Allocated: 90 Days Used: 101 Liquidated Damages: None 3. Delmont Area Improvements Project 09-SW-US-0069- Account-146.7210042.652360.2044510 341.7548852.652360.5925210- Council Award Date: April 11, 2012 Contractor: LA Contracting Enterprise, LLC Estimated Cost: $569,277.28 Contract Amount: $404,418.20 Total Change Orders (1): $(23,884.80) Final Cost: $380,533.40 Days Allocated: 85 Days Used: 62 Liquidated Damages: None * DUE TO LOSS OF A QUORUM, ITEM 13. C. 1. WAS NOT CONSIDERED AT THE JUNE 24, 2015 COUNCIL MEETING C. ACCEPTANCE OF LOW BIDS: *LOCAL **IN STATE 1. Annual Parishwide Manhole Rehabilitation Project Project 15-MH-UF-0001 - Account 411.7570203.752400.6070149 ESTIMATE: $1,400,000.00 *NCMC, LLC $2,569,273.00 2. Scada Master Plan Project Project 12-PS-MS-0021- Account 411.7579043.752400.6140301 415.7579043.752400.6140301; 441.7579043.752400.6140301 434.7579043.752400.6140301 ESTIMATE: $1,500,000.00 ***TESCO Controls, Inc. $1,284,578.00 3. Sales Tax Street and Road Rehabilitation Program Project 15-04 Streets in Magnolia Trace Pkwy & Shadows at White Oak Project 15-AO-ST-0017 - Account 147.7210012.647100.2010415 ESTIMATE: $500,000.00 *Barber Brothers Contracting Company, LLC $475,432.00 **Barriere Construction Company $557,328.00 4. Annual Contract for Wastewater Treatment Sludge Hauling and Disposal Services Annual Contract A15-1100 - Account 410.7070423.642260.000000 410.7070433.642260.000000 ESTIMATE: $425,000.00 ***Terra Renewal West LLC dba Denali Water Solutions LLC $ 366,750.00 *Sprint Waste Services, L.P. $ 388,500.00 ***Stafford Transport of Louisiana, Inc. $ 530,100.00 ***Synagro South, LLC $1,535,000.00 (The terms of this contract shall be for two years with three options of renewal for additional one year terms not to exceed five years. The unit cost (rates) for sludge hauling services may be subject to a one-time adjustment if the contract enters into a third year as described in Appendix 1 of the contract.) * DUE TO LOSS OF A QUORUM, ITEMS 13. D. - 13. Q. WERE NOT CONSIDERED AT THE JUNE 24, 2015 COUNCIL MEETING D. Authorizing the Mayor-President to enter into a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with Hunt & Hunt Development, Inc. and the City of Zachary to enable the connection of the Clairmont development and surrounding properties to the EBROSCO sewer system, the transfer of a sewer pump station site and issuing of accompanying sewer impact fee credits in connection with the development of Clairmont. (Account No. 412.7570913.752400.7082044) By: Director of Public Works. (This item was deferred from the June 10, 2015 Council) E. Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a contract with Crump Wilson Architects, for professional services in connection with the New EMS Station #8, Carpenter Road, Zachary, LA, Project No. 15-ASD-CP-0879, in an amount not to exceed $37,250.00. (Account No. 336.7510601.650110.5983715) By: Director of Public Works. F. Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a contract with Domain Architecture, for professional services in connection with the BREC Sports Academy Reroofing, Project No. 15-ASD-CP-0637, in an amount not to exceed $18,939.00. (Account No. 012.7505000.647200.4000000) By: Director of Public Works. G. Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a contract with MB Design Consultants, LLC to provide surveys, and design services for the construction of the Florida Boulevard at Foster Sidewalk Improvement project, being City-Parish Project No. 15-SW-HC-0024 in an amount not to exceed $36,822.02. (Account No. 146.7210042.652360.2045614) By: Director of Public Works. H. Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a contract with Bonton Associates, LLC to provide surveys, and design services for the construction of the Christian Street Sidewalk Improvement project, being City-Parish Project No. 15-SW-HC-0022 in an amount not to exceed $38,831.14. (Account No. 146.7210042.652360.2045414) By: Director of Public Works. I. Authorizing the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute Supplemental Agreement No. 1 with CDM Smith, Inc., w/subconsultants Digital Engineering, Gulf South Engineering and Testing, Inc., H. Davis Cole & Associates, LLC, Hartman Engineering, Inc., Shread-Kuykendall & Associates, Inc., Gibson Engineering, Inc., BCG Engineering & Consulting, Inc. in association with King Engineering Associates, for engineering services in connection with the North Wastewater Treatment Plant Master Plan Plant Improvements Project, being Project No. 13-TP-MS-0047, R.F.Q. No. 13-TP-MS-011, for an amount not to exceed $75,000.00. (Account No. 441.7579023.752200.6140601) By: Director of Public Works. J. Authorizing the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute Articles of Agreement - Changes to Utility Facilities with Entergy Gulf States Louisiana, LLC for the relocation and/or adjustment of electrical distribution facilities associated with Multiple Pump Stations Burbank Drive-Siegen Lane, Project No. 11-PS-MS-0026 in an amount not to exceed $307,877.99. (Account No. 443.7578323.752400.6087376) By: Director of Public Works. K. Authorizing the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute Supplemental Agreement No. 5 to the Contract for Engineering Services with Gotech, Inc., w/subconsultants: Professional Service Industries, Inc. (PSI); and Monroe & Corie, Inc., for additional engineering services in connection with Highland Road - Burbank Drive Sanitary Sewer System Upgrade (South Forced Lower STN System Capacity Improvements SFL-C-0005), Project No. 08-FM-ST-0023 in an amount of $31,249.78. (Account No. 432.7578223.752200.6087347) By: Director of Public Works. L. Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute Supplemental Agreement No. 2 to the contract with ECM Consultants, Inc. for engineering services in association with Green Light Plan Project Glen Oaks Drive (Plank Road to McClelland Drive), having City-Parish Project No. 12-CS-HC-0047, in an amount not to exceed $128,340.62. This Supplemental Agreement will incorporate additional Topographic Survey, Property Surveys, Right-of-Way Maps and Drainage Analysis and Design. By: Director of Public Works. M. Authorizing and approving the selection of the Advocate as the official journal of the Parish of East Baton Rouge and City of Baton Rouge for the period July 1, 2015 through June 30, 2016 in accordance with R.S. 43:141 (A). By: Council Administrator-Treasurer. N. Rescinding and cancelling the Decision and Order issued on May 27, 2015, in "City of Baton Rouge V. Tabitha Vu - Condemnation Proceeding No. 9320 (2924 73rd Avenue; Lot 67, Woodaire Subdivision). By: Councilwoman Daniel. O. Rescinding and directing the Clerk of Court to cancel the Decision and Order recorded on June 16, 2015 at Original 447 of Bundle 12660 in the matter of "City of Baton Rouge vs. Chanel Wells" - Condemnation Proceeding No. 9324; (3511 Prescott Road; Portion of Lot 3, Plank Road Subdivision). By: Councilwoman Marcelle. P. Rescinding and directing the Clerk of Court to cancel the Decision and Order recorded on June 16, 2015 at Original 446 of Bundle 12660 in the matter of "City of Baton Rouge vs. Chanel Wells" - Condemnation Proceeding No. 9323; (3475 Prescott Road; Portion of Lot 3, Plank Road Subdivision). By: Councilwoman Marcelle. Q. Authorizing the Mayor-President to enter into agreements with various private and public entities in support of the City-Parish obligations with regard to the USBC Tournament for 2017 Women's Tournament. By: Mayor-President. R. Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a contract with Domain Architecture, for professional services in connection with the Carver Branch Library Roof Restoration, Project No. 15-ASD-CP-0922, in an amount not to exceed $19,409.00. (Account No. 111.1200015.643540.0) By: Interim Director of Public Works. S. Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute an agreement with Grace Hebert Architects + Moffatt & Nichol, Joint Venture with sub-consultants Henry C. Eyre, Jr. P.E., Inc.; Daniel T. Calongne & Associates; McKnight Landscape Architects; Forte and Tablada for Architectural Design Services in connection with the City of Baton Rouge Dock Expansion - Baton Rouge, LA in an amount not to exceed $369,435.00 C/P Project 15-ASD-CP-0904, RFQ No. 15-DP-CP-001 (Account No.337.7520335.652200.5983815) By: Interim Public Works Director. T. Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute Supplemental Agreement No. 6 to the Annual Contract A13-0799 with Corporate Green, LLC for the Landscape Maintenance of areas adjacent to and underneath the Interstate from North Street to North Blvd. in a supplemental amount of $24,908.00 bringing the total contract to a not to exceed amount of $249,686.40. (Account No. 012.7507000.643550.0000000) By: Interim Public Works Director. U. Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a contract with Forte & Tablada, Inc. to provide surveys, and design services for the construction of the Gardere Lane Ped Improvement project, being RFQ No. 15-ES-PW-001 and City-Parish Project No. 15-SW-US-0004 in an amount not to exceed $261,742.01 (Account No. 146.7210042.652360.2045214 - NOT TO EXCEED $172,742.01 337.7540102.652360.2045214 - NOT TO EXCEED $89,000) By: Interim Director of Public Works. V. Authorizing the Mayor President to execute Supplemental Agreement No.8 to the State of Louisiana Urban Systems contract with Forte and Tablada Inc. for Engineering and Land Surveying Services in association with Green Light Plan Project Nicholson Drive a(Brightside Lane/West Lee Drive Intersection Improvements), having State Project (DOTD) NO. H.002822 (LA 30), Federal Aid Project No. CMAO-1701 (509), and City Parish Project No. 01-CS-US-0017, in an amount not to exceed $87,000 to be funded with GLP funds only. By: Interim Public Works Director. W. Authorization for the Mayor-President and/or Chairman of the Airport Commission to execute a Lease Agreement with Legal Air, L.L.C. to lease approximately 3.9 acres of land for a Corporate Hangar, T-Hangars and Box Hangars for a period of thirty (30) years with a twenty-five (25) year option to renew at a rental rate of $27,181.44 per year / $2,265.12 per month. By: Director of Aviation. X. Authorization for the Mayor-President and/or Chairman of the Airport Commission to execute a Lease Agreement with 337, L.L.C. to lease up to approximately 3 acres of land for T-Hangars and a Public Fuel and Oil Sales Operation for a period of thirty (30) years with a twenty-five (25) year option to renew at a rental rate up to $20,908.80 per year / $1,742.40 per month. By: Director of Aviation. Y. Authorization for the Mayor-President and/or Chairman of the Airport Commission to Consent to an Assignment from Word of Life Christian Center to 337, L.L.C. to construct T-Hangars. By: Director of Aviation. Z. Authorization for the Mayor-President and/or Chairman of the Airport Commission to execute Supplemental Agreement No. 5 to the Stanley Consultants, Inc., Contract for Bidding and Construction Administration Services for the Low-Level Windshear Alert System (LLWAS) in an amount not to exceed $48,730.70. (Account No. 482.0989002.652200.8890015) By: Director of Aviation. AA. Authorization for the Mayor-President and/or Chairman of the Airport Commission to execute Supplemental Agreement No. 5 to the Stanley Consultants, Inc., Contract for Bidding and Construction Administration Services for the Low-Level Windshear Alert System (LLWAS) in an amount not to exceed $48,730.70. (Account No. 482.0989002.652200.8890015) By: Director of Aviation. BB. Rescinding and directing the Clerk of Court to cancel the Decision and Order recorded on September 3, 2013 at Original 456 of Bundle 12526 in the matter of "City of Baton Rouge vs. Waseem A. Siddiqui"- Condemnation Proceeding No. 9180 (12046 Old Hammond Highway Hwy.; Lot 9, Old Hammond Highway Park I Subdivision). By: Councilman Amoroso. CC. Rescinding and directing the Clerk of Court to cancel the Decision and Order recorded on January 16, 2014 at Original 698 of Bundle 12554 in the Matter of "City of Baton Rouge Vs. Gerald P. Coleman"- Condemnation Proceeding No. 9137 (2730 Curtis Street; Lot 4, Square 10, Roosevelt Place Subdivision). By: Councilwoman Daniel. DD. Rescinding and directing the Clerk of Court to cancel the Decision and Order recorded on November 14, 2014 at Original 198 of Bundle 12618 in the matter of "City of Baton Rouge vs. Ruby Lee McKinley Jones, Geneva McKinley Spears, Joann McKinley Dunbar, Yvonne McKinley Lawton, William Jerome McKinley, John Louis McKinley, Pauline McKinley Patterson, Glenda McKinley Howard, Glenn McKinley, Lisa Anderson, Frankie Anderson Lersonna Anderson, Kendra Anderson, Simon D. Jackson, Sharon Jackson Winfrey, Shawanda Jackson, Craigland McKinley, Marcus McKinley, Kelvin McKinley, Dinah McKinley, Gregory McKinley & Kirkland Robertson"- Condemnation Proceeding No. 9236 (7575 Hanks Drive; Lot B, Victoria Farms Subdivision). By: Councilwoman Edwards. EE. Authorizing the Mayor-President to establish payroll deduction codes for employees participating in the Healthy Lives' Farm to Work program. By: Mayor-President. FF. Requesting a final report from the Planning Commission on the merits of amending the comprehensive land use plan (FUTUREBR) and the zoning map of the City of Baton Rouge and Parish of East Baton Rouge of June 1976, as contained in and made a part of the "Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance of the City of Baton Rouge and Parish of East baton rouge for 1958", as amended, so as to change the comprehensive land use plan from OS (Open Space) to C (Commercial) and to rezone from M2 (Heavy Industrial) to HC1 (Heavy Commercial One) on tract c and d of the Port of Greater Baton Rouge property. Section 63, T7S, R1W, GLD, EBRP, LA and section 44, T8S, R1W, GLD, EBRP, LA; By:Councilman Delgado & Councilman Loupe. GG. Authorizing the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute Articles of Agreement - Changes to Utility Facilities with Dixie Electric Membership Corporation (DEMCO) for the removal, relocation, adjustment and upgrade of electrical distribution facilities associated with PS 430 as part of the Zachary Area Transmission Network Improvements Project - Phase V for a fee not to exceed $34,949.71. (Account No. 441.7578703.752520.6087340) By: Director of Environmental Services.
Adjournment & Announcements
Jul 22, 2015 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 June 24, 2015, Regular Council Zoning Meeting of July 15, 2015, Special Council Meeting of July 15, 2015 and The Greater Baton Rouge Airport Commission Meeting of July 7, 2015.
INTRODUCTIONS: A. SECTION 2.12 INTRODUCTIONS: 1. Amending the 2015 current expense budget for the South Burbank Crime Prevention & Development District (SBCPDD) so as to appropriate $25,000 for community programs and recurring operational costs from the District's Fund Balance-Unassigned. By: South Burbank Crime Prevention & Development District. Introduce for public hearing on August 12, 2015 2. Authorizing the imposition of a service fee or charge on certain criminal, traffic, and civil matters and establishment of a special account designated "City Court Technology Fund" in accordance with La. R.S. 13:2002.2. By: Clerk of Court / Administrator. Introduce for public hearing on August 12, 2015 3. Amending the 2015 Current Expense Budget for the Office of the Parish Attorney so as to appropriate $25,000.00 from fund balance undesignated for the legal services account for payment of the legal expenses incurred by the Registrar of Voters for the defense of suit no. 640,374, entitled "Norman Browning, et al vs. Steve Raborn". By: Council Administrator. Introduce for public hearing on August 12, 2015 4. Amending Title 1, Chapter 3, Part IV of The Code of Ordinances for the Employees' Retirement System of the City of Baton Rouge and Parish of East Baton Rouge to change benefits for members hired on or after September 1, 2015 in accordance with Resolution 51398 adopted by the Metropolitan Council on March 25, 2015. By: Mayor-President. Introduce for public hearing on August 12, 2015 5. Amending Title 1 (Municipal and Parish Organization), Chapter 3 (Personnel), Part III (Vacations & Sick Leave) of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Baton Rouge and Parish of East Baton Rouge, so as to amend the provisions regarding leave for unclassified department heads. By: Mayor-President. Introduce for public hearing on August 12, 2015 6. Authorization to appropriate $20,000 from the Airports Cash & Investments Account - Capital Outlay 481.0000000.100009.0000000 to be placed in Account 482.0989002.652310.8490506 for the Airport's match for a State Grant in the amount of $2,980,000.00 for the North General Aviation Development Project. (BS# 008439) By: Director of Aviation. Introduce for public hearing on August 12, 2015 7. Authorizing settlement of the matter entitled "Terrell Void vs. Officer Danny Forbes and the City of Baton Rouge", No. 617,810 on the docket of the 19th Judicial District Court, in the amount of $192,347.48, plus court costs in the amount of $1,063.44, for a total amount of $193,410.92, and appropriating $193,410.92 for such purpose. * This matter may be discussed in executive session. Counsel of Record is James G. Knipe, III, (Manasseh, Gill, Knipe & Belander, P.L.C.) By: Parish Attorney. Introduce for public hearing on August 12, 2015 8. Amending the 2015 Current Expense Budget so to appropriate a budget for the EBRATS Building Special Taxing District for the remainder of the calendar year 2015 in the amount of $89,580, in accordance with the Cooperative Endeavor Agreement dated July 9, 2015. By: EBRATS Building Special Taxing District Introduce for public hearing on August 12, 2015 9. Amending the 2015 current expense and capital budgets for the Alsen Fire Protection District so as to appropriate $141,157 from Alsen's Fund Balance-Unassigned for operational needs and improvements to the fire station. By: Alsen Fire Protection District Introduce for public hearing on August 12, 2015 CONDEMNATIONS: 10. James P. Fort 10772 Kingfisher Street; Lot 17, Square A, Brown Subdivision - Council District 02 Introduce for public hearing on August 12. 2015 11. Roosevelt Hamilton, Lucille H. Hawkins, Elnora H. Parker, Jimmie Selders, James, Selders, and Isador Hamilton 2786 N. Lark Street; Lot 21, Square C, Scotland Subdivision - Council District 02 Introduce for public hearing on August 12. 2015 12. James O. Ervin and John S. Campbell, Jr. 3775 Brightside Drive; Portion of Lot 11, & West ½ of Lot 12, Arlington Plantation Subdivision - Council District 03 Introduce for public hearing on August 12. 2015 13. Sylvia (Slyvia) C. Oliver 8244 & 8246 Keel Avenue; Lot 107, Riverland Subdivision - Council District 03 Introduce for public hearing on August 12. 2015 14. Colen B. Dungan 5852 Denovea Street; Lot 58, Greendale Subdivision - Council District 05 Introduce for public hearing on August 12. 2015 15. Anthony C. Victor, Sr. and Audrey M. Victor 6143 Shiloh Street; Lot 129, Fairlane Subdivision - Council District 05 Introduce for public hearing on August 12. 2015 16. Elvin Sterling and Norma G. Sterling 5875 Stearns Street and Rear Shed; Lots 14 & 15, Square 53, Fortune Addition - Council District 05 Introduce for public hearing on August 12. 2015 17. Charles D. Betz, Jr. and Sarah T. Betz 6244 Dawson Drive (Shed Only); Lot 43, Denham Place Subdivision - Council District 05 Introduce for public hearing on August 12. 2015 18. Dennis Hamilton 5777 St. Katherine Avenue; Lot 31, Brookstown Place Subdivision - Council District 05 Introduce for public hearing on August 12. 2015 19. Joseph Brown, Jr. 4002 Greenwell Street; Lot 49, Lakewood Subdivision - Council District 05 Introduce for public hearing on August 12. 2015 20. Everbank 1134 Monterrey Boulevard; Lot 49, Villa del Rey Subdivision - Council District 06 Introduce for public hearing on August 12. 2015 21. E. Jacob Construction, Inc. 9555 Elite Drive; Lot 4, E. Forest Ridge Subdivision - Council District 06 Introduce for public hearing on August 12. 2015 22. Louise D. Patterson 2731 Ontario Street and Rear Shed; Lot 54, Square 2, Victory Place Subdivision - Council District 07 Introduce for public hearing on August 12. 2015 23. Clara Burchell and Richard Fisher 3243 Calumet Street (Rear Shed Only); Lot 29, Square 3, Rosalie Park Subdivision - Council District 07 Introduce for public hearing on August 12. 2015 24. Edward A. Michel 2950 Dougherty Drive; Lot 38, Fieldcrest Subdivision - Council District 07 Introduce for public hearing on August 12. 2015 25. Helen Bertha Wright and Audrey Feltus Hawkins 3031 Seneca Street and Garage and Rear Shed; Lot 10 & East ½ of Lot 11, Square 12, Baton Rouge Terrace Subdivision - Council District 07 Introduce for public hearing on August 12. 2015 26. Helen H. Bradley Johnson 3015 Seneca Street and Rear Shed; Lot 12, & West ½ of Lot 11, Square 12, Baton Rouge Terrace Subdivision - Council District 07 Introduce for public hearing on August 12. 2015 27. Claude Porter 3181 Winnebago Street; Lot 8, Square 1, Plank Road/Fairacre Farms Subdivision - Council District 07 Introduce for public hearing on August 12. 2015 28. Wiley Williams, III, Johnnie Williams, Louis L. Williams, Irma L. Williams Friday, Edward Williams, and Bobby L. Williams 2229 Thomas H. Delpit Drive; Lot 8, Square 37, South Baton Rouge Subdivision - Council District 10 Introduce for public hearing on August 12. 2015 29. Wiley Williams, III, Johnnie Williams, Louis L. Williams, Irma L. Williams Friday, Edward Williams, and Bobby L. Williams 2231 Thomas H. Delpit Drive; Lot 8, Square 37, South Baton Rouge Subdivision - Council District 10 Introduce for public hearing on August 12. 2015 30. Willie Evans Gaines 2221 Maryland Street; Lot 6, Square 41, South Baton Rouge Subdivision - Council District 10 Introduce for public hearing on August 12. 2015 31. Robert C. Duhe' and Thomas P. Duhe' 1455 W. Roosevelt Street; Lot 21, Square 177, South Baton Rouge Subdivision - Council District 10 Introduce for public hearing on August 12. 2015 32. Shelton Buckley and Rita Ann Buckley 3015 Evangeline Street; West 28.3' of Lot 28 & East Portion of Lot 29, Square 7, Delmont Place Subdivision - Council District 10 Introduce for public hearing on August 12. 2015 33. Herman Stevenson, Jr. and Katina Stevenson 4043 N. Downing Drive; Lot 221, Westminster Place Subdivision - Council District 11 Introduce for public hearing on August 12. 2015 B. ADJUDICATED PROPERTY INTRODUCTIONS: 1. Lot 21, Winchester Lloyd E. Walker, Jr. Shadows End Avenue Metro Council District 04 - Wilson Initial Bid Amount $ 100.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds) $ 500.00 Appraised Value $20,000.00 Taxes Due $12,250.52 Bids received August 19, 2015. Introduce for public hearing August 26, 2015. 2. Lot 48-B, Hillside Farms Lloyd E. Walker, Jr. Hagen Drive Metro Council District 01 - Welch Initial Bid Amount $ 100.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds) $ 500.00 Appraised Value $17,500.00 Taxes Due $ 1,196.52 Bids received August 19, 2015. Introduce for public hearing August 26, 2015. 3. Lot 35, Square 54, Greenville Extension Samuel L. Wilson, Jr. North 47th Street Metro Council District 07 - Marcell Initial Bid Amount $ 100.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds) $ 500.00 Appraised Value $ 4,000.00 Taxes Due $ 3,496.16 Bids received August 19, 2015. Introduce for public hearing August 26, 2015. 4. Lot 36, Square 54, Greenville Extension Samuel L. Wilson, Jr. North 47th Street Metro Council District 07 - Marcelle Initial Bid Amount $ 100.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds) $ 500.00 Appraised Value $ 4,000.00 Taxes Due $ 1,410.03 Bids received August 19, 2015. Introduce for public hearing August 26, 2015. 5. Lot 6, Square 104, South Baton Rouge Oscar Garner, Jr. 558 West Johnson Street Metro Council District 10 - Wicker Initial Bid Amount $ 500.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds) $ 500.00 Appraised Value $10,000.00 Taxes Due $ 1,303.75 Bids received August 19, 2015. Introduce for public hearing August 26, 2015. 6. Lot 1-A, Square 30, University Place Robert McKinnis 10096 Avenue K Metro Council District 02 - Banks-Daniel Initial Bid Amount $ 1,000.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds) $ 500.00 Appraised Value $11,000.00 Taxes Due $ 2,802.21 Bids received August 19, 2015. Introduce for public hearing August 26, 2015. 7. Lot 67, Square 16, South Baton Rouge David N. Washington 2174 Virginia Street Metro Council District 10 - Wicker Initial Bid Amount $ 1,000.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds) $ 500.00 Appraised Value $ 7,000.00 Taxes Due $ 711.48 Bids received August 19, 2015. Introduce for public hearing August 26, 2015. 8. Lot B, Nellie, Dougherty Prescott Antonio D. Edwards Mohican-Prescott at Beechwood Metro Council District 07 - Marcelle Initial Bid Amount $ 3,000.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds) $ 500.00 Appraised Value $45,000.00 Taxes Due $10,491.06 Bids received August 19, 2015. Introduce for public hearing August 26, 2015. 9. Lot 28, Square 1, Levera Clyde O. Edwards Joseph Street Metro Council District 07 - Marcelle Initial Bid Amount $ 250.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds) $ 500.00 Appraised Value $13,000.00 Taxes Due $ 3,132.80 Bids received August 19, 2015. Introduce for public hearing August 26, 2015. 10. Lot 11 pt., Square 222, Istrouma Kenyetta Smith Wyandotte Street Metro Council District 10 - Wicker Initial Bid Amount $ 300.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds) $ 500.00 Appraised Value $ 2.000.00 Taxes Due $ 376.93 Bids received August 19, 2015. Introduce for public hearing August 26, 2015. 11. Lot 36, Square 1, Progress Park Addition Julie A. Thomas North 30th Street Metro Council District 07 - Marcelle Initial Bid Amount $ 500.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds) $ 500.00 Appraised Value $ 1.000.00 Taxes Due $ 670.24 Bids received August 19, 2015. Introduce for public hearing August 26, 2015. C. PLANNING AND ZONING INTRODUCTIONS: 1. PA-5-15 16064 Tiger Bend Road To amend the Comprehensive Land Use Plan from RN (Residential Neighborhood) to (MUA) Mixed Use Arterial, located on the south side of Tiger Bend Road, east of Antioch Road, on Tract B. Section 47, T8S, R2E, GLD, EBRP, LA. (Council District 9-Boé) Introduce for public hearing on August 19, 2015 2. Case 22-15 16064 Tiger Bend Road To rezone from R (Rural) to HC1 (Heavy Commercial One), located on the south side of Tiger Bend Road, east of Antioch Road, on Tract B. Section 47, T8S, R2E, GLD, EBRP, LA. (Council District 9- Boé) Introduce for public hearing on August 19, 2015 3. TA-10-15 Definitions Amending Title 7 (Unified Development Code), Chapters 2 (Definitions) of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Baton Rouge and the Parish of East Baton Rouge so as to repeal and reserve Chapter 2 and to create Chapter 20 (Definitions). Introduce for public hearing on August 19, 2015 4. TA-11-15 Fee References Amending Title 7 (Unified Development Code), Chapter 16 (Signs), Chapter 18 (Landscape, Clearing and Trees) and Chapter 19 (Amendments) of the Code of Ordinance of the City of Baton Rouge and Parish of East Baton Rouge so as to Amend and Reenact Sections 16.16.C.1.c (Signs - Licensing), 18.10.C (Landscape, Clearing and Trees - Administrative Guidelines) and 19.97 (Amendments - Land Use Plan Amendment Fee Schedule) so as to remove references to specific fee dollar amounts. Introduce for public hearing on August 19, 2015 5. Case 23-15 (5400-5500) Mancuso Lane To rezone from SPUD (Small Planned Unit Development) to LC2 (Light Commercial Two), located on the north and east sides of Mancuso Lane, east of Essen Lane, on Tract 1-A of the Humphrey T. Olinde Property. Section 55, T7S, R1E, GLD, EBRP, LA. (Council District 11-Heck) Introduce for public hearing on August 19, 2015 6. Case 24-15 8028 Pecue Lane To rezone from R (Rural) to LC1 (Light Commercial One), located on the west side of Pecue Lane, north of Woodridge Place, on Lots 3 and 4 of Airline Heights Subdivision. Section 49, T8S, R2E, GLD, EBRP, LA. (Council District 11-Heck) Introduce for public hearing on August 19, 2015 7. Case 25-15 6636 Government Street To rezone from A1 (Single Family Residential) to A2.9 (Two Family Residential), located on the south side of Government Street, west of the unimproved right-of-way of Marquette Avenue, on Lot B, Block 3 of Goodwood Place Subdivision. Section 82, T7S, R1E, GLD, EBRP, LA. (Council District 11-Heck) Introduce for public hearing on August 19, 2015 8. Case 26-15 16168 Old Hammond Highway To rezone from A3.3 (Limited Residential) to HC1 (Heavy Commercial One), located on the south side of Old Hammond Highway, east of O'Neal Lane, on the E.G. Blakewood Tract. Section 74, T7S, R2E, GLD, EBRP, LA. (Council District 9- Boé) Introduce for public hearing on August 19, 2015 9. Case 27-15 (17400-17700) Hoo Shoo Too Road To rezone from C1 (Light Commercial) to A2.5 (Town House), located on the south side of Hoo Shoo Too Road, east of Jefferson Highway, on Lots C-3, C-4 and C-5-A of the Dr. EJ. Herpich Property. Section 39, T8S, R2E, GLD, EBRP, LA. (Council District 9- Boé) Introduce for public hearing on August 19, 2015 10. PA-6-15 6012 and 6800 River Road To amend the Comprehensive Land Use Plan from (OS) Open Space to (C) Commercial, located on the west side of River Road, south of Brightside Drive, on Tract C and D of the Port of Greater Baton Rouge Property. Section 63, T7S, R1W, GLD, EBRP, LA and Section 44, T8S, R1W, GLD, EBRP, LA (Council District 3-Loupe) By: Councilmembers Delgado and Loupe. Introduce for public hearing on August 19, 2015 11. Case 32-15 6012 and 6800 River Road To rezone from M2(Heavy Industrial) to HC1 (Heavy Commercial One), located on the west side of River Road, south of Brightside Drive, on Tract C and D of the Port of Greater Baton Rouge Property. Section 63, T7S, R1W, GLD, EBRP, LA and Section 44, T8S, R1W, GLD, EBRP, LA (Council District 3-Loupe) By: Councilmembers Delgado and Loupe. Introduce for public hearing on August 19, 2015 12. TA-9-15 Amending Title 7 (Unified Development Code), Chapter 15 (Floodways, Floodplains, Drainage and Water Quality) of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Baton Rouge and the Parish of East Baton Rouge so as to amend and reenact Chapter 15 to incorporate additional National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) standards. By: Planning Director. Introduce for public hearing on August 19, 2015 13. ISPUD-4-15 Ivy Park Apartments - Phase II A proposed development consisting of 60 multi-family units, located on the west side of Jones Creek Road between Green Trails Avenue and Seven Pines Avenue, on a portion of Tract A-3-A-1-A-1 of Woodlawn Estates Subdivision. Section 60, T7S, R2E, GLD, EBRP, LA. (Council District 8-Amoroso) By: Planning Director. Introduce for public hearing on August 19, 2015 14. RV-5-15 Revocation of a 20 foot emergency access servitude, located on Lots 441, 442, 443 and 444 of Santa Maria, 7th Filing. (Council District 9-Boe’) By: Planning Director. Introduce for public hearing on August 19, 2015 D. OTHER INTRODUCTIONS: 1. Granting a five-year property tax abatement estimated at $335,774 per year for the property located at 333 Laurel Street, Baton Rouge. This application is referred by the Louisiana Economic Development Restoration Tax Abatement Program to the City of Baton Rouge as RTA#2103-0919 for the purpose of encouraging private investment and restoration of property. By: Planning Director. Introduce for public hearing on August 12, 2015 2. Authorizing the Mayor-President to accept a grant award from the US Environmental Protection Agency in the amount of up to $400,000 to be administered by the Planning Commission to conduct environmental assessments of brownfield sites in East Baton Rouge Parish. Additionally, authorizing the Finance Department to record said grant award and file all costs reports. By: Planning Director. Introduce for public hearing on August 12, 2015 3. Authorizing the Mayor-President to accept a grant award under the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program, Hurricane Isaac, in the amount of $1,275,985.00. By: MOHSEP Director. Introduce for public hearing on August 12, 2015 4. 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 Green Light Plan - Glen Oaks Drive (Plank Road to McClelland Drive) Improvement, being Project No. 12-CS-HC-0047. By: Parish Attorney. Introduce for public hearing on August 12, 2015 5. Authorizing settlement of the claim of James & Evelyn Pierson dba Pierson's Brilliant Minds for damages resulting from a sewer back-up in the claimant's business, in the amount of $65,121.78 which amount shall be paid from the account designated "Insurance - General Liability" (012.4630000.644100). * This matter may be discussed in executive session. (In Proper Person) By: Parish Attorney. Introduce for public hearing on August 12, 2015 6. Authorizing settlement of the claim of Penske Truck Rentals for property damages resulting from an auto accident with an employee of the Office of Social Services, in the amount of $23,504.45 which amount shall be paid from the account designated "Insurance - Auto Liability" (012.4630000.644200). *This matter may be discussed in executive session. (In Proper Person) By: Parish Attorney. Introduce for public hearing on August 12, 2015 7. Authorizing settlement of the claim of Progressive Security Insurance as subrogee of Amanda Smith for damages resulting from an auto accident with a City Constable, in the Amount of $16,305.29, which amount shall be paid from the account designated "Insurance - Auto Liability" (012.4630000.644200). *This matter may be discussed in executive session. (In Proper Person) ) By: Parish Attorney. Introduce for public hearing on August 12, 2015 8. Authorizing settlement of the matter entitled "Albertha Selders vs. Officer Lakeitha Penn & Baton Rouge Police Department", Suit No. 628,785 on the docket of the 19th Judicial District Court, in the amount of $20,000.00, plus court costs in the amount of $1,328.00, for a total amount of $21,328.00, which amount shall be paid from the account designated "Insurance - Auto Liability" (012.4630000.644200.). * This matter may be discussed in executive session. Counsel of Record is Amos Davis, Attorney at Law By: Parish Attorney. Introduce for public hearing on August 12, 2015 9. Authorizing the Mayor-President on behalf of Baton Rouge City Court to enter into a contract renewing the Professional Services Agreement with LaJaun Brown in the amount of $29,167.00 so as to provide services as Domestic Violence Interventionist for the Baton Rouge City Court Domestic Violence Court for the period June 1, 2015 through December 31, 2015, funded by Baton Rouge City Court's approved Grant Contract with the Louisiana Commission on Law Enforcement and Domestic Violence Court's program income. By: Clerk of Court / Administrator. Introduce for public hearing on August 12, 2015 10. Authorizing the Mayor-President on behalf of Baton Rouge City Court to execute a grant award from Louisiana Commission on Law Enforcement for the purpose of operating the Baton Rouge City Court Domestic Violence Court, in the amount of $35,000.00, and further authorizing the Administrative Judge and/or Clerk of Court/Administrator of Baton Rouge City Court to accept and execute all grant agreements and/or necessary documents in connection therewith at the appropriate time. By: Clerk of Court / Administrator. Introduce for public hearing on August 12, 2015 11. An Ordinance appointing and ratifying the appointment of commissioners to the Board of Sewerage Commissions for the Harveston Waste Water Treatment District pursuant to La. R.S. 33:3913. By: Harveston Waste Water Treatment District. Introduce for public hearing on August 12, 2015 12. Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute such documents as may be needed in order to mutually terminate, revoke, and cancel the Cooperative Endeavor Agreement, the donation, and all related ancillary agreements pertaining to the proposed library which was to be constructed in the Rouzan Development. By: Library Board of Control. Introduce for public hearing on August 12, 2015 13. Authorizing the Jewel J. Newman Community Center to engage in the solicitation of funds where the solicitation utilizes The Jewel J. Newman Community Center name in its title of a capital campaign. The funds raised will aide in making necessary enhancements/renovations to the Jewel J. Newman Community Center. By: Jewel J. Newman Community Center. Introduce for public hearing on August 12, 2015
D. An Ordinance creating the Third-Florida Economic Development District within the City of Baton Rouge, Louisiana; defining the boundaries thereof from which area City sales tax increments will be determined and used to fund a portion of the costs of an economic development project costs as described herein, all in accordance with and authorized by Chapter 27 of Title 33 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, as amended; designating the governing authority of the district pledging and dedicating the two percent of incremental sales tax collected within the boundaries of the Third-Florida Economic Development District to be used to finance said economic development project costs; requiring the baseline sales tax collection rate in the Third-Florida Economic Development District to be certified; and providing for other matters in connection with the foregoing. By: Councilwoman Wicker. N. Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute and deliver a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement by and between the City of Baton Rouge, the Third-Florida Economic Development District, and the Third-Florida Development, LLC and otherwise providing with respect thereto. By: Councilwoman Wicker.
8. CONDEMNATIONS: A. Frank Williams & Rachel Williams 4150 Winbourne Avenue; Lot 29, Square 2, Eaton Place Subdivision - Council District 07 (This item was deferred from the April 22, 2015 Council Meeting) B. Benjamin Taylor & Bessie Taylor 6758 Ford Street; Lot C, Square 14, Zion City Subdivision - Council District 5 (This item was deferred from the May 13, 2015 Council Meeting) C. William C. Harrison 575 Mills Avenue; Lots 21, 22, & 23, Square 17, University Place Subdivision - Council District 02 (This item was deferred from the June 10, 2015 Council Meeting) * DUE TO LOSS OF A QUORUM, ITEMS 8. D - L WERE NOT CONSIDERED AT THE JUNE 24, 2015 COUNCIL MEETING D. Gwendolyn Watkins, Donna Warriner, Sheila Pittman, Felicia Thompson, & Elliott Thompson 7016 Scenic Hwy.; Lots 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 & 6, Square 13, Bank Subdivision - Council District 10 (This item was deferred from the March 25, 2015 and April 22, 2015 Council Meetings) E. Michael Lyron Dupuy 18115 Plank Road 4.42 acres in Tract 5 - Council District 1 (This item was deferred from April 22, 2015 Council Meeting) F. Eva Curry 9002 Whitfield Street (Front Building Only); Lot 7, Square 2, Taylor Tract - Council District 02 G. Timothy Allen Damon & Carol D. Damon 1728 Port Drive; Lot 29-B, South Highland Industrial Park Subdivision - Council District 03 H. Creola Givens 5656 Peerless Street & Rear Shed; Lots 7 & 8, Square 48, Fortune Subdivision - Council District 05 I. Lennard Dwight Lewis, Johnny Thompson & Louise Lewis Thompson; 6150 Landis Drive; Lot 214, Fairlane Subdivision - Council District 05 J. Larry Hebert & Veronica Nelson Hebert 3833 Sycamore Street (Garage Only); Lot 22, Square 7, Schorten Place Subdivision - Council District 05 K. Binning Properties, LLC; 3023 North Street; Lot 4, Square 2, Progress Park Subdivision - Council District 07 L. Weller Avenue Baptist Church 3535 Mohican Street; Lot Y, Tunica Subdivision - Council District 07 M. Frederick E. Wicker 9347 Port Hudson-Pride Road & Shed; Tract D, Louella Wicker Price Estate - Council District 01 N. Neichole Hess 1048 Sparrow Street; Lots 14 & 15, Square 10, Scotland Heights Subdivision - Council District 02 O. James Lavy & Ida C. Lavy 1763 Snipe Street; Lot 16, Square 108(1), North Baton Rouge Subdivision - Council District 02 P. Juanita Early 1454 Cardinal Street & Rear Garage; Lots 11 & 12, Square 16, North Baton Rouge Subdivision - Council District 02 Q. John D. Thomas & Alice W. Thomas 2952 75th Avenue; Lot 196, Woodaire Subdivision - Council District 02 R. Gerald Charlet & Susan Charlet 5348 Hammond Street; Lot 296, Brookstown Place Subdivision - Council District 05 S. Thurman C Varnado & Margaret B. Varnado 4108 Fairfields Avenue & Rear Garage; Lot 192, Belfair Homes Subdivision - Council District 07 T. Will Parker 1051 N. 49th Street & Rear Shed; Lot 43, Square 51, Greenville Extension Subdivision - Council District 07 U. Expert Maintenance Service, LLC 4779 Sherwood Street; Lot 35, Square 11, North Highlands Addition Subdivision - Council District 07 V. Beatrice Hogan 1463 N. 49th Street; Lot 25, Square 56, Greenville Extension Subdivision - Council District 07 W. Mechelle Williams & Charley Causey 1121 N. 32nd Street; Lot 8, Square 10, Richmond Park Subdivision - Council District 07 X. Elizabeth G Louviere, Drew M Louviere, Lance J Louviere Testamentary Trust 2336 Main Street; Lot 35, Square 2, Combouzou Subdivision - Council District 10 Y. Elnora Avant 2705 River Road; Lot A, Square 179, South Baton Rouge Subdivision - Council District 10 Z. Joseph A Broussard, Sr. & Joseph A Broussard, Jr. 954 Terrace Street; Northeast Portion of Lot 1, Swart Subdivision - Council District 10 AA. Nathan H Reed, Sr. & Gertrude R Young 285 W. Harrison Street & Rear Sheds; Lot 10 Square 26, South Baton Rouge Subdivision - Council District 10 BB. Andrea Demon Hamilton 1996 70th Avenue; Lots 30 & 31, Square 8, Bank Subdivision - Council District 10
PUBLIC HEARINGS: A. Case 12-15 1660 Lobdell Avenue To rezone from C1 (Light Commercial) to C-AB-1 (Commercial Alcoholic Beverage One), on the west side of Lobdell Avenue, south of Old Goodwood Village Avenue, on a portion of Lot M-4 of the Goodwood Estates Subdivision. Section 90, T-7-S, R-1-E, GLD, EBRP, LA. (Council District 11-Heck) Planning Commission Staff Recommendation: Approval, based on consistency with the Comprehensive Plan, compliance with ordinance requirements, and compatibility with surrounding neighborhood. Commission Action: Motion to defer to July 20, 2015 to allow applicants to meet with the neighborhood to review revised application. Motion carried, 7-0 (This item was deferred from the May 20, 2015 Council Meeting and the June 17, 2015 Council Zoning Meeting) B. PA-3-15 FUTUREBR Transportation Element Amendment A proposed amendment to the Major Street Plan to reduce the designated right-of-way width of a portion of Perkins Road between Glasgow Avenue and Congress. (Council District 12-Delgado) Commission Action: Motion to defer until July 20, 2015. Motion carried, 7-0 (This item was deferred from the June 17, 2015 Council Zoning Meeting) C. Amending Title 1, Chapter 3, Part IV of The Code of Ordinances for the Employees' Retirement System of the City of Baton Rouge and Parish of East Baton Rouge to change benefits for members hired on or after July 1, 2015 in accordance with Resolution 51398 adopted by the Metropolitan Council on March 25, 2015. By: Mayor-President. (This item was deferred from the June 10, 2015 Council Meeting) * DUE TO LOSS OF A QUORUM, ITEMS 9. D - S WERE NOT CONSIDERED AT THE JUNE 24, 2015 COUNCIL MEETING D. An Ordinance creating the Third-Florida Economic Development District within the City of Baton Rouge, Louisiana; defining the boundaries thereof from which area City sales tax increments will be determined and used to fund a portion of the costs of an economic development project costs as described herein, all in accordance with and authorized by Chapter 27 of Title 33 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, as amended; designating the governing authority of the district pledging and dedicating the two percent of incremental sales tax collected within the boundaries of the Third-Florida Economic Development District to be used to finance said economic development project costs; requiring the baseline sales tax collection rate in the Third-Florida Economic Development District to be certified; and providing for other matters in connection with the foregoing. By: Councilwoman Wicker. E. Authorizing the appropriation of $1,000,000 of sewer impact fees, collected within the City of Zachary by EBROSCO, for the Rollins Road Regional Pump Station Capacity Project (Budget Supplement No. 8447). By: Interim Director of Public Works. F. An Ordinance approving and ratifying the appointment of commissioners to the Board of Sewerage Commissions for the Harveston Waste Water Treatment District pursuant to La. R.S. 33:3913. By: The Harveston Waste Water Treatment District. G. Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a contract with Louisiana Waste & Consulting Company, LLC for maintenance and servicing of the residential garbage carts for the period August 1, 2015 through February 28, 2018 at a monthly cost of 22 cents per cart. By: Mayor-President. H. Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a contract with BFI Waste Services, LLC, d/b/a Republic Services of Baton Rouge, for the collection and transportation of garbage, trash, and other waste materials from residential dwellings, multi-family units, and government agencies within East Baton Rouge Parish (excluding the cities of Baker and Zachary) for the period September 3, 2015 through February 28, 2018. By: Mayor-President. I. Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a contract with Progressive Waste Solutions for the collection, processing, and marketing of curbside recyclables from residential dwellings within East Baton Rouge Parish (excluding the cities of Baker and Zachary) for the period November 1, 2015 through February 28, 2018. By: Mayor-President. J. Authorization to appropriate $252,000 from the Airport's Cash & Investments Account - Capital Outlay - 481.0000000.100009.0000000 to be placed in Account 482.0989002.651400.8940008 for the North End Development of the Multiplex Facility. By: Director of Aviation. K. Amending the Code of Ordinances, Title 1, Municipal and Parish Organization; Chapter 1, Governing Body; Part 1, Rules of Procedure; Sections 1:8, 1:9, & 1:12 so as to amend the rules and procedures for the Metropolitan Council. By: Councilman Delgado. L. Requesting a report from DPW listing all bridge outages in the parish and what's being done to reopen them with timelines. By: Councilman Welch. M. Authorizing the Mayor-President to grant a Vegetation Management Servitude to Dixie Electric Membership Corporation on a certain tract or parcel of land containing 2.02 acres (Lot 3-A) in the 3rd Ward of the Parish of East Baton Rouge, Section 54-T5S-R2E, along Hooper Road. By: Fire Chief. N. Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute and deliver a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement by and between the City of Baton Rouge, the Third-Florida Economic Development District, and the Third-Florida Development, LLC and otherwise providing with respect thereto. By: Councilwoman Wicker. O. Requesting the designation of Census Tract 40.05 Block Group 1in Lieu of Census Tract 39.04 Block Group 3, as an Enterprise Zone for participation in the Enterprise Zone Program. By: Councilman Amoroso. P. Authorization for the Mayor-President and/or Chairman of the Airport Commission to execute Supplemental Agreement No. 3 with Architects+ for re-design and bidding Services for the Multiplex Facility in an amount not to exceed $252,000.00. By: Director of Aviation. Q. Recommending that the Metropolitan Council of the Parish of East Baton Rouge and City of Baton Rouge authorize the Mayor-President on behalf of the City of Baton Rouge to and for the Parish of East Baton Rouge to enter into an Interagency Agreement/Contract with the Juvenile Court of East Baton Rouge Parish, in the amount of $61,971.00, to continue to offset the cost associated with operating the FINS Program for the Department of Juvenile Services for the period of July 1, 2015 through June 30, 2016. By: Interim Director of Juvenile Services. R. PA-4-15 7950 Airline Highway To amend the Comprehensive Land Use Plan from C (Commercial) to (I) Industrial, on the southwest side of Airline Highway, north of Tom Drive, on lots 14 and 15 of the Goodwood Homesites Subdivision. Section 71, T-7-S, R-1-E, GLD, EBRP, LA. (Council District 6-Collins-Lewis) Planning Commission Staff Recommendation Denial of the request, but approval of an alternative designation of Employment Center (EC) based on examination of the area at a greater level of detail than was done at the time of FUTUREBR adoption. Commission Action: Motion to approve carried, 7-0. (This item was deferred from the June 17, 2015 Council Zoning Meeting) S. Case 16-15 7950 Airline Highway To rezone from C2 (Heavy Commercial) to M1 (Light Industrial), on the west side of Airline Highway, north of Tom Drive, on lots 14 and 15 of the Goodwood Homesites Subdivision. Section 71, T-7-S, R-1-E, GLD, EBRP, LA. (Council District 6-Collin-Lewis) Planning Commission Staff Recommendation Approval, based on compliance with ordinance requirements, and compatibility with surrounding area. Commission Action: Motion to approve carried, 7-0. (This item was deferred from the June 17, 2015 Council Zoning Meeting) T. Authorizing the Mayor-President to submit the 2015-2019 Consolidated Plan and Strategy (CPS) and Action Plan 2015 federal entitlement grant applications to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), Home Investment Partnership (HOME), Housing Opportunities for People with AIDS (HOPWA) and the Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) programs (Totaling approximately $6,773,177 plus $800,000 in estimated program income); Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute grant agreements for the Action Plan 2015 at the appropriate time; Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute the related 2015 Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) grant agreement with the Louisiana Housing Corporation (LHC) in the amount of approximately $733,000; Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute the related Louisiana Emergency Solutions Grant with the Louisiana Housing Corporation (LHC) in the amount of approximately $154,500; and authorizing the Mayor-President or Urban Development Director to execute the related community development contracts. By: Assistant Urban Development Director U. Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a grant agreement and related documents with the Federal Transit Administration in the amount of $2,765,341 to fund the Nicholson Corridor High Capacity Transit System Plan, and appropriating $1 million of traffic impact fees to satisfy the local matching requirement. By: Mayor-President V. Authorizing settlement of the claim of Joshua Chataignier for damages resulting from an auto accident with a Baton Rouge Police Officer, in the amount of $12,134.55, which amount shall be paid from the account designated "Insurance - Auto Liability" (012.4630000.644200). *This matter may be discussed in executive session. (In Proper Person) By: Parish Attorney. W. Authorizing settlement of the claim of James Myers for damages resulting from a sewer back-up in the claimant's fourplex, in the amount of $55,990.94 which amount shall be paid from the account designated "Insurance - General Liability" (012.4630000.644100). * This matter may be discussed in executive session. (In Proper Person) By: Parish Attorney. X. Authorizing settlement of the claim of Robert L. Warren for damages resulting from a sewer back-up in the claimant's fourplex, in the amount of $46,013.92 which amount shall be paid from the account designated "Insurance - General Liability" (012.4630000.644100). * This matter may be discussed in executive session. (In Proper Person) By: Parish Attorney. Y. Authorizing settlement of the claim of Irma Plummer dba Wiat Holdings, LLC for damages resulting from a sewer back-up in the claimant's fourplex, in the amount of $36,025.90 which amount shall be paid from the account designated "Insurance - General Liability" (012.4630000.644100). * This matter may be discussed in executive session. (In Proper Person) By: Parish Attorney. Z. Authorizing settlement of the claim of David Guidry for damages resulting from a sewer back-up in the claimant's fourplexs, in the amount of $43,355.54 which amount shall be paid from the account designated "Insurance - General Liability" **This matter may be discussed in Executive Session. By: Parish Attorney. AA. Authorizing settlement of the matter entitled "The Louisiana DOTD vs. City of Baton Rouge, et al", suit no. 580,238 on the docket of the 19th Judicial District Court, in the amount of $44,000.00, plus court costs in the amount of $72.00, for a total amount of $44,072.00, which amount shall be paid from the account designated "Insurance - Auto Liability" (012.4630000.644200.). * This matter may be discussed in executive session. (Counsel of record is Jacob K. Wilson, State of Louisiana, DOTD) By: Parish Attorney. BB. Authorizing settlement of the matter entitled "Rosina Lagarde vs. Kendell Griffin, et al", no. 601,551 on the docket of the 19th Judicial District Court, in the amount of $113,814.37, plus court costs in the amount of $1,010.20, for a total amount of $114,824.57, and appropriating $114,824.57 for such purpose. * This matter may be discussed in executive session. (Counsel of record is Anne Marie Muller, Gordon McKernan Injury Attorneys) By: Parish Attorney. (Read as a 2.12 introduction) CC. Authorizing the Mayor-President on behalf of the Division of Human Development and Services East Baton Rouge Parish Head Start program, the authority to purchase 15 Automated External Defibrilators (AED's) to be installed at each EBR Head Start facility, with grant funds from the Administration for Children and Families, Office of Head Start, in an amount not to exceed $25,282.20; and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By: DHDS Director. DD. Authorizing the Mayor-President on behalf of the Division of Human Development and Services East Baton Rouge Parish Head Start program, the authority to purchase and install SL14 Security Laminate (Clear Armor) to all windows and doors throughout all city owned Head Start facilites, with grant funds from the Administration for Children and Families, Office of Head Start, in an amount not to exceed $79,983; and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By: DHDS Director. EE. Authorizing the Mayor-President on behalf of the Division of Human Development and Services East Baton Rouge Parish Head Start program, the authority to surplus through the EBR Purchasing Department Procurement procedures, the following vehicles purchased with grant funds from the Administration for Children and Families, Office of Head Start: 2008 Chevy MID Bus - school bus VIN #1GBJG31K381170106 2001 Chevy Astro Van VIN #1GCFG25M111184826 2001 Chevy Cargo Van - VIN #1GNDM19W81B133945 2002 Chevy Malibu - VIN #1G1ND52J42M646109 2003 Chevy Astro Van - VIN #1GNDM19X73B126884 2003 Chevy Astro Van - VIN #1GNDM19X23B126565 2007 Ford Taurus GL - VIN #1FALP52U5VA193324 and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By: DHDS Director. FF. Authorizing the Mayor-President on behalf of the Division of Human Development and Services East Baton Rouge Parish Head Start program, the authority to purchase a copier as follows: Toshiba e-Studio 5560CT, with large capacity paper feeder, saddle stich finisher; 2 or 3 hole punch, for the Head Start Administrative office, located at 4523 Plank Road, with grant funds from the Administration for Children and Families, Office of Head Start, in an amount not to exceed $10,929; and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By: DHDS Director. GG. Authorizing the Mayor-President on behalf of the Division of Human Development and Services East Baton Rouge Parish Head Start program, the authority to remove the existing playground, purchase and install new playground equipment at the Wonderland Head Start Center, located at 1500 Oleander Street, with grant funds from the Administration for Children and Families, Office of Head Start, in an amount not to exceed $31,910; and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By: DHDS Director. HH. Authorizing the Mayor-President on behalf of the Division of Human Development and Services East Baton Rouge Parish Head Start program, the authority to remove the existing playground, purchase and install new playground equipment at the Progress Road II Head Start Center, located at 1881 Progress Road, with grant funds from the Administration for Children and Families, Office of Head Start, in an amount not to exceed $15,050; and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By: DHDS Director. II. Authorizing the Mayor-President on behalf of the Division of Human Development and Services East Baton Rouge Parish Head Start program, the authority to remove the existing playground, purchase and install new playground equipment at the Charlie Thomas Head Start Center, located at 8686 Pecan Tree Drive, with grant funds from the Administration for Children and Families, Office of Head Start, in an amount not to exceed $82,700; and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By: DHDS Director. JJ. Amending and re-enacting Ordinance 15791 so as to grant to Entergy Gulf States Louisiana, L.L.C. the right, privilege and franchise, for a period of 50 years from the effective date of this ordinance, to lay, maintain and operate mains and pipes in, under, along and through the public streets, avenues, alleys, roads, highways, and other public places of and within the City of Baton Rouge for the transmission, distribution and sale of gas to the city of Baton Rouge and its inhabitants; providing regulations and conditions for the exercise of said right, privilege and franchise, and penalties for violation hereof. By: Mayor-President. KK. Authorizing the Mayor-President to accept a sub-recipient grant from the Capital Resource Conservation and Development Council, Inc. on behalf of the Department of Environmental Services in the total amount of $21,840 for the period of one year at the hourly rate of $17.50 , 24 hours per week, to provide funds for the partial reimbursement to the City-Parish for the inspection of private sewage treatment systems in the Comite River Watershed in East Baton Rouge Parish. By: Director of Public Works.
PUBLIC HEARINGS: A. Case 12-15 1660 Lobdell Avenue To rezone from C1 (Light Commercial) to C-AB-1 (Commercial Alcoholic Beverage One), on the west side of Lobdell Avenue, south of Old Goodwood Village Avenue, on a portion of Lot M-4 of the Goodwood Estates Subdivision. Section 90, T-7-S, R-1-E, GLD, EBRP, LA. (Council District 11-Heck) Planning Commission Staff Recommendation: Approval, based on consistency with the Comprehensive Plan, compliance with ordinance requirements, and compatibility with surrounding neighborhood. Commission Action: Motion to defer to July 20, 2015 to allow applicants to meet with the neighborhood to review revised application. Motion carried, 7-0 (This item was deferred from the May 20, 2015 Council Meeting and the June 17, 2015 Council Zoning Meeting) B. PA-3-15 FUTUREBR Transportation Element Amendment A proposed amendment to the Major Street Plan to reduce the designated right-of-way width of a portion of Perkins Road between Glasgow Avenue and Congress. (Council District 12-Delgado) Commission Action: Motion to defer until July 20, 2015. Motion carried, 7-0 (This item was deferred from the June 17, 2015 Council Zoning Meeting) C. Amending Title 1, Chapter 3, Part IV of The Code of Ordinances for the Employees' Retirement System of the City of Baton Rouge and Parish of East Baton Rouge to change benefits for members hired on or after July 1, 2015 in accordance with Resolution 51398 adopted by the Metropolitan Council on March 25, 2015. By: Mayor-President. (This item was deferred from the June 10, 2015 Council Meeting) * DUE TO LOSS OF A QUORUM, ITEMS 9. D - S WERE NOT CONSIDERED AT THE JUNE 24, 2015 COUNCIL MEETING D. An Ordinance creating the Third-Florida Economic Development District within the City of Baton Rouge, Louisiana; defining the boundaries thereof from which area City sales tax increments will be determined and used to fund a portion of the costs of an economic development project costs as described herein, all in accordance with and authorized by Chapter 27 of Title 33 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, as amended; designating the governing authority of the district pledging and dedicating the two percent of incremental sales tax collected within the boundaries of the Third-Florida Economic Development District to be used to finance said economic development project costs; requiring the baseline sales tax collection rate in the Third-Florida Economic Development District to be certified; and providing for other matters in connection with the foregoing. By: Councilwoman Wicker. E. Authorizing the appropriation of $1,000,000 of sewer impact fees, collected within the City of Zachary by EBROSCO, for the Rollins Road Regional Pump Station Capacity Project (Budget Supplement No. 8447). By: Interim Director of Public Works. F. An Ordinance approving and ratifying the appointment of commissioners to the Board of Sewerage Commissions for the Harveston Waste Water Treatment District pursuant to La. R.S. 33:3913. By: The Harveston Waste Water Treatment District. G. Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a contract with Louisiana Waste & Consulting Company, LLC for maintenance and servicing of the residential garbage carts for the period August 1, 2015 through February 28, 2018 at a monthly cost of 22 cents per cart. By: Mayor-President. H. Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a contract with BFI Waste Services, LLC, d/b/a Republic Services of Baton Rouge, for the collection and transportation of garbage, trash, and other waste materials from residential dwellings, multi-family units, and government agencies within East Baton Rouge Parish (excluding the cities of Baker and Zachary) for the period September 3, 2015 through February 28, 2018. By: Mayor-President. I. Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a contract with Progressive Waste Solutions for the collection, processing, and marketing of curbside recyclables from residential dwellings within East Baton Rouge Parish (excluding the cities of Baker and Zachary) for the period November 1, 2015 through February 28, 2018. By: Mayor-President. J. Authorization to appropriate $252,000 from the Airport's Cash & Investments Account - Capital Outlay - 481.0000000.100009.0000000 to be placed in Account 482.0989002.651400.8940008 for the North End Development of the Multiplex Facility. By: Director of Aviation. K. Amending the Code of Ordinances, Title 1, Municipal and Parish Organization; Chapter 1, Governing Body; Part 1, Rules of Procedure; Sections 1:8, 1:9, & 1:12 so as to amend the rules and procedures for the Metropolitan Council. By: Councilman Delgado. L. Requesting a report from DPW listing all bridge outages in the parish and what's being done to reopen them with timelines. By: Councilman Welch. M. Authorizing the Mayor-President to grant a Vegetation Management Servitude to Dixie Electric Membership Corporation on a certain tract or parcel of land containing 2.02 acres (Lot 3-A) in the 3rd Ward of the Parish of East Baton Rouge, Section 54-T5S-R2E, along Hooper Road. By: Fire Chief. N. Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute and deliver a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement by and between the City of Baton Rouge, the Third-Florida Economic Development District, and the Third-Florida Development, LLC and otherwise providing with respect thereto. By: Councilwoman Wicker. O. Requesting the designation of Census Tract 40.05 Block Group 1in Lieu of Census Tract 39.04 Block Group 3, as an Enterprise Zone for participation in the Enterprise Zone Program. By: Councilman Amoroso. P. Authorization for the Mayor-President and/or Chairman of the Airport Commission to execute Supplemental Agreement No. 3 with Architects+ for re-design and bidding Services for the Multiplex Facility in an amount not to exceed $252,000.00. By: Director of Aviation. Q. Recommending that the Metropolitan Council of the Parish of East Baton Rouge and City of Baton Rouge authorize the Mayor-President on behalf of the City of Baton Rouge to and for the Parish of East Baton Rouge to enter into an Interagency Agreement/Contract with the Juvenile Court of East Baton Rouge Parish, in the amount of $61,971.00, to continue to offset the cost associated with operating the FINS Program for the Department of Juvenile Services for the period of July 1, 2015 through June 30, 2016. By: Interim Director of Juvenile Services. R. PA-4-15 7950 Airline Highway To amend the Comprehensive Land Use Plan from C (Commercial) to (I) Industrial, on the southwest side of Airline Highway, north of Tom Drive, on lots 14 and 15 of the Goodwood Homesites Subdivision. Section 71, T-7-S, R-1-E, GLD, EBRP, LA. (Council District 6-Collins-Lewis) Planning Commission Staff Recommendation Denial of the request, but approval of an alternative designation of Employment Center (EC) based on examination of the area at a greater level of detail than was done at the time of FUTUREBR adoption. Commission Action: Motion to approve carried, 7-0. (This item was deferred from the June 17, 2015 Council Zoning Meeting) S. Case 16-15 7950 Airline Highway To rezone from C2 (Heavy Commercial) to M1 (Light Industrial), on the west side of Airline Highway, north of Tom Drive, on lots 14 and 15 of the Goodwood Homesites Subdivision. Section 71, T-7-S, R-1-E, GLD, EBRP, LA. (Council District 6-Collin-Lewis) Planning Commission Staff Recommendation Approval, based on compliance with ordinance requirements, and compatibility with surrounding area. Commission Action: Motion to approve carried, 7-0. (This item was deferred from the June 17, 2015 Council Zoning Meeting) T. Authorizing the Mayor-President to submit the 2015-2019 Consolidated Plan and Strategy (CPS) and Action Plan 2015 federal entitlement grant applications to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), Home Investment Partnership (HOME), Housing Opportunities for People with AIDS (HOPWA) and the Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) programs (Totaling approximately $6,773,177 plus $800,000 in estimated program income); Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute grant agreements for the Action Plan 2015 at the appropriate time; Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute the related 2015 Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) grant agreement with the Louisiana Housing Corporation (LHC) in the amount of approximately $733,000; Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute the related Louisiana Emergency Solutions Grant with the Louisiana Housing Corporation (LHC) in the amount of approximately $154,500; and authorizing the Mayor-President or Urban Development Director to execute the related community development contracts. By: Assistant Urban Development Director U. Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a grant agreement and related documents with the Federal Transit Administration in the amount of $2,765,341 to fund the Nicholson Corridor High Capacity Transit System Plan, and appropriating $1 million of traffic impact fees to satisfy the local matching requirement. By: Mayor-President V. Authorizing settlement of the claim of Joshua Chataignier for damages resulting from an auto accident with a Baton Rouge Police Officer, in the amount of $12,134.55, which amount shall be paid from the account designated "Insurance - Auto Liability" (012.4630000.644200). *This matter may be discussed in executive session. (In Proper Person) By: Parish Attorney. W. Authorizing settlement of the claim of James Myers for damages resulting from a sewer back-up in the claimant's fourplex, in the amount of $55,990.94 which amount shall be paid from the account designated "Insurance - General Liability" (012.4630000.644100). * This matter may be discussed in executive session. (In Proper Person) By: Parish Attorney. X. Authorizing settlement of the claim of Robert L. Warren for damages resulting from a sewer back-up in the claimant's fourplex, in the amount of $46,013.92 which amount shall be paid from the account designated "Insurance - General Liability" (012.4630000.644100). * This matter may be discussed in executive session. (In Proper Person) By: Parish Attorney. Y. Authorizing settlement of the claim of Irma Plummer dba Wiat Holdings, LLC for damages resulting from a sewer back-up in the claimant's fourplex, in the amount of $36,025.90 which amount shall be paid from the account designated "Insurance - General Liability" (012.4630000.644100). * This matter may be discussed in executive session. (In Proper Person) By: Parish Attorney. Z. Authorizing settlement of the claim of David Guidry for damages resulting from a sewer back-up in the claimant's fourplexs, in the amount of $43,355.54 which amount shall be paid from the account designated "Insurance - General Liability" **This matter may be discussed in Executive Session. By: Parish Attorney. AA. Authorizing settlement of the matter entitled "The Louisiana DOTD vs. City of Baton Rouge, et al", suit no. 580,238 on the docket of the 19th Judicial District Court, in the amount of $44,000.00, plus court costs in the amount of $72.00, for a total amount of $44,072.00, which amount shall be paid from the account designated "Insurance - Auto Liability" (012.4630000.644200.). * This matter may be discussed in executive session. (Counsel of record is Jacob K. Wilson, State of Louisiana, DOTD) By: Parish Attorney. BB. Authorizing settlement of the matter entitled "Rosina Lagarde vs. Kendell Griffin, et al", no. 601,551 on the docket of the 19th Judicial District Court, in the amount of $113,814.37, plus court costs in the amount of $1,010.20, for a total amount of $114,824.57, and appropriating $114,824.57 for such purpose. * This matter may be discussed in executive session. (Counsel of record is Anne Marie Muller, Gordon McKernan Injury Attorneys) By: Parish Attorney. (Read as a 2.12 introduction) CC. Authorizing the Mayor-President on behalf of the Division of Human Development and Services East Baton Rouge Parish Head Start program, the authority to purchase 15 Automated External Defibrilators (AED's) to be installed at each EBR Head Start facility, with grant funds from the Administration for Children and Families, Office of Head Start, in an amount not to exceed $25,282.20; and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By: DHDS Director. DD. Authorizing the Mayor-President on behalf of the Division of Human Development and Services East Baton Rouge Parish Head Start program, the authority to purchase and install SL14 Security Laminate (Clear Armor) to all windows and doors throughout all city owned Head Start facilites, with grant funds from the Administration for Children and Families, Office of Head Start, in an amount not to exceed $79,983; and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By: DHDS Director. EE. Authorizing the Mayor-President on behalf of the Division of Human Development and Services East Baton Rouge Parish Head Start program, the authority to surplus through the EBR Purchasing Department Procurement procedures, the following vehicles purchased with grant funds from the Administration for Children and Families, Office of Head Start: 2008 Chevy MID Bus - school bus VIN #1GBJG31K381170106 2001 Chevy Astro Van VIN #1GCFG25M111184826 2001 Chevy Cargo Van - VIN #1GNDM19W81B133945 2002 Chevy Malibu - VIN #1G1ND52J42M646109 2003 Chevy Astro Van - VIN #1GNDM19X73B126884 2003 Chevy Astro Van - VIN #1GNDM19X23B126565 2007 Ford Taurus GL - VIN #1FALP52U5VA193324 and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By: DHDS Director. FF. Authorizing the Mayor-President on behalf of the Division of Human Development and Services East Baton Rouge Parish Head Start program, the authority to purchase a copier as follows: Toshiba e-Studio 5560CT, with large capacity paper feeder, saddle stich finisher; 2 or 3 hole punch, for the Head Start Administrative office, located at 4523 Plank Road, with grant funds from the Administration for Children and Families, Office of Head Start, in an amount not to exceed $10,929; and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By: DHDS Director. GG. Authorizing the Mayor-President on behalf of the Division of Human Development and Services East Baton Rouge Parish Head Start program, the authority to remove the existing playground, purchase and install new playground equipment at the Wonderland Head Start Center, located at 1500 Oleander Street, with grant funds from the Administration for Children and Families, Office of Head Start, in an amount not to exceed $31,910; and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By: DHDS Director. HH. Authorizing the Mayor-President on behalf of the Division of Human Development and Services East Baton Rouge Parish Head Start program, the authority to remove the existing playground, purchase and install new playground equipment at the Progress Road II Head Start Center, located at 1881 Progress Road, with grant funds from the Administration for Children and Families, Office of Head Start, in an amount not to exceed $15,050; and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By: DHDS Director. II. Authorizing the Mayor-President on behalf of the Division of Human Development and Services East Baton Rouge Parish Head Start program, the authority to remove the existing playground, purchase and install new playground equipment at the Charlie Thomas Head Start Center, located at 8686 Pecan Tree Drive, with grant funds from the Administration for Children and Families, Office of Head Start, in an amount not to exceed $82,700; and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By: DHDS Director. JJ. Amending and re-enacting Ordinance 15791 so as to grant to Entergy Gulf States Louisiana, L.L.C. the right, privilege and franchise, for a period of 50 years from the effective date of this ordinance, to lay, maintain and operate mains and pipes in, under, along and through the public streets, avenues, alleys, roads, highways, and other public places of and within the City of Baton Rouge for the transmission, distribution and sale of gas to the city of Baton Rouge and its inhabitants; providing regulations and conditions for the exercise of said right, privilege and franchise, and penalties for violation hereof. By: Mayor-President. KK. Authorizing the Mayor-President to accept a sub-recipient grant from the Capital Resource Conservation and Development Council, Inc. on behalf of the Department of Environmental Services in the total amount of $21,840 for the period of one year at the hourly rate of $17.50 , 24 hours per week, to provide funds for the partial reimbursement to the City-Parish for the inspection of private sewage treatment systems in the Comite River Watershed in East Baton Rouge Parish. By: Director of Public Works.
ADJUDICATED PROPERTIES: * DUE TO LOSS OF A QUORUM, ITEMS 10. A - S WERE NOT CONSIDERED AT THE JUNE 24, 2015 COUNCIL MEETING A. Lot 4-D-5, Breeden Real Estate Referral 15560 Port Hudson-Pride Road Service of Louisiana, LLC Metro Council District 01 - Welch Initial Bid Amount $ 100.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds) $ 500.00 Appraised Value $40,000.00 Taxes Due $ 918.40 High Bidder: Real Estate Referral Service $100.00 Intended Use: Resell. B. Lot 73-A, Bayou Fountain Subdivision Bayou Fountain, L.L.C. Bayou Fountain Avenue Metro Council District 03 - Loupe Initial Bid Amount $ 500.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds) $ 500.00 Appraised Value $10,000.00 Taxes Due $ 6,231.56 High Bidder: Bayou Fountain, L.L.C. $500.00 Intended Use: Investment and put back into commerce. C. Lot 73-B, Bayou Fountain Subdivision Bayou Fountain, L.L.C. Bayou Fountain Avenue Metro Council District 03 - Loupe Initial Bid Amount $ 500.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds) $ 500.00 Appraised Value $10,000.00 Taxes Due $ 6,240.91 High Bidder: Bayou Fountain, L.L.C. $500.00 Intended Use: Investment and put back into commerce. D. Lot 26, Square 11, Eden Park Good Deeds, L.L.C. North 35th Street Metro Council District 02 - Banks-Daniel Initial Bid Amount $ 50.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds) $ 500.00 Appraised Value $ 2,000.00 Taxes Due $10,981.57 High Bidder: Good Deeds, L.L.C. $50.00 Intended Use: Keep it clean. E. Lot 28+, Square 4, Northdale Addition First Alpine Baptist Church Chestnut Street Metro Council District 10 - Wicker Initial Bid Amount $ 100.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds) $ 500.00 Appraised Value $ 4,000.00 Taxes Due $ 3,509.06 High Bidder: First Alpine Baptist Church $100.00 Intended Use: Maintain community garden. F. Lot 10, Baker Lots & Acres George W. Williams Robinson Street, Baker Metro Council District 02 - Banks-Daniel Initial Bid Amount $ 200.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds) $ 500.00 Appraised Value $ 7,250.00 Taxes Due $ 4,862.33 High Bidder: George W. Williams $200.00 Intended Use: Add to my property, maintain. G. Lot 5 pt., Square 13, Gracie Riddick Investments, LLC North Street Metro Council District 10 - Wicker Initial Bid Amount $ 500.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds) $ 500.00 Appraised Value $ 1,500.00 Taxes Due $ 1,231.56 High Bidder: Riddick Investments, L.L.C. $500.00 Intended Use: Keep grass cut and remove trash. H. Lot 102, Oak Forest Real Estate Referral Oak Forest Avenue Service of Louisiana, LLC Metro Council District 06 - Collins-Lewis Initial Bid Amount $ 100.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds) $ 500.00 Appraised Value $12,000.00 Taxes Due $ 1,957.12 High Bidder: Anthony N. Graphia $500.00 Intended Use: Clean lot, put back into commerce. I. Lot 25+, Square 19, University Place Marshall Flowers Avenue D Metro Council District 02 - Banks-Daniel Initial Bid Amount $ 100.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds) $ 500.00 Appraised Value $15,000.00 Taxes Due $ 564.77 High Bidder: Marshall Flowers $100.00 Intended Use: Build a house. J. Lot 5, Square 1, Monte Vista Frederick G. Dettmann South Eugene Metro Council District 07 - Marcelle Initial Bid Amount $ 2,000.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds) $ 500.00 Appraised Value $20,000.00 Taxes Due $ 2,171.64 High Bidder: Frederick G. Dettmann $2,000.00 Intended Use: Outdoor addition to existing adjoining business. K. Lot 41, Belfair Homes Joey Weeks Carleton Drive Metro Council District 07 - Marcelle Initial Bid Amount $ 500.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds) $ 500.00 Appraised Value $ 6,000.00 Taxes Due $ 2,419.28 High Bidder: Joey Weeks $500.00 Intended Use: Maintenance and preservation for community. L. Lot 46, Belfair Homes Joey Weeks Carleton Drive Metro Council District 07 - Marcelle Initial Bid Amount $ 500.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds) $ 500.00 Appraised Value $ 6,000.00 Taxes Due $ 1,825.14 High Bidder: Joey Weeks $500.00 Intended Use: Maintenance and preservation for community. M. Lot 106, Park Addition Constance Savoy 1668 North 39th Street Metro Council District 07 - Marcelle Initial Bid Amount $ 100.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds) $ 500.00 Appraised Value $10,000.00 Taxes Due $ 1,794.86 High Bidder: Gretchen Pennywell $1,600.00 Intended Use: Personal use. N. Lot 43, Square 13, South Baton Rouge David N. Washington 2020 Georgia Street Metro Council District 10 - Wicker Initial Bid Amount $ 1,000.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds) $ 500.00 Appraised Value $15,000.00 Taxes Due $ 2,156.82 High Bidder: David N. Washington $4,600.00 Intended Use: Rental. O. Lot B-1, Section 78, T7S, R1E. Huston M. Williams 845 North Foster Drive Metro Council District 07 - Marcelle Initial Bid Amount $ 5,000.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds) $ 500.00 Appraised Value $ 55,000.00 Taxes Due $ 12,852.64 High Bidder: Dominique Banks $33,000.00 Intended Use: Resale. P. Lot 10, Square 100, Istrouma Bernadine Dunn 3325 Alliquippa Street Metro Council District 10 - Wicker Initial Bid Amount $ 100.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds) $ 500.00 Appraised Value $ 7,000.00 Taxes Due $ 951.83 High Bidder: Bernadine Dunn $100.00 Intended Use: Income. Q. Lot 4, Square 10, Hickey Town Southern Lifestyle Convention Street Metro Council District 10 - Wicker Initial Bid Amount $ 1,000.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds) $ 500.00 Appraised Value $32,000.00 Taxes Due $ 4,688.94 High Bidder: Southern Lifestyle Development $1,000.00 Intended Use: Residential. R. Lot 6, Square 6, Georgetown Haytham Amous Tuscaloosa Metro Council District 07 - Marcelle Initial Bid Amount $ 500.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds) $ 500.00 Appraised Value $ 1,000.00 Taxes Due $ 600.47 High Bidder: Haytham Amous $500.00 Intended Use: Keep it clean. S. Lot 7, Square 6, Georgetown Haytham Amous Tuscaloosa Metro Council District 07 - Marcelle Initial Bid Amount $ 500.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds) $ 500.00 Appraised Value $ 1,000.00 Taxes Due $ 600.74 High Bidder: Haytham Amous $500.00 Intended Use: Keep it clean. T. Lot 20, Square 55, Greenville Extension Charles W. Oliver 1262 North 47th Street Metro Council District 07 - Marcelle Initial Bid Amount $ 500.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds) $ 500.00 Appraised Value $ 8,000.00 Taxes Due $ 1,051.44 HIGH BIDDER: Charles W. Oliver $2,000.00 Intended Use: To live in. U. Lot 2, Square 355, Dickerson Place Lloyd E. Walker, Jr. South 16th Street Metro Council District 10 - Wicker Initial Bid Amount $ 100.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds) $ 500.00 Appraised Value $11,000.00 Taxes Due $ 1,318.48 HIGH BIDDER: Lloyd E. Walker, Jr. $3,000.00 Intended Use: Re-sale. V. Lot 35, Whispering Oaks Lloyd E. Walker, Jr. Lazy Oaks Drive Metro Council District 02 - Banks-Daniel Initial Bid Amount $ 100.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds) $ 500.00 Appraised Value $10,000.00 Taxes Due $ 1,698.98 HIGH BIDDER: Lloyd E. Walker, Jr. $3,000.00 Intended Use: Re-sale. W. Lot 10+, Square 9, Northdale Leslie Dalcourt North 20th Street Metro Council District 10 - Wicker Initial Bid Amount $ 700.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds) $ 500.00 Appraised Value $ 6,000.00 Taxes Due $ 3,471.78 HIGH BIDDER: Leslie Dalcourt $1,000.00 Intended Use: Build a home. X. Lot 147, Holiday Woods Patricia A. Brown East Monarch Metro Council District 05 - Edwards Initial Bid Amount $ 200.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds) $ 500.00 Appraised Value $14,000.00 Taxes Due $ 2,936.32 HIGH BIDDER: Patricia A. Brown $700.00 Intended Use: Add to family property. Y. Lot 74, Bryan Estates Damon & Damon Regatta Drive Properties, L.L.C. Metro Council District 05 - Edwards Initial Bid Amount $ 100.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds) $ 500.00 Appraised Value $ 6,000.00 Taxes Due $ 1,291.87 HIGH BIDDER: Damon & Damon Properties $100.00 Intended Use: Add to my property. Z. Lot 115, Highland Gardens Latanya Thomas Dalton Street Metro Council District 07 - Marcelle Initial Bid Amount $ 100.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds) $ 500.00 Appraised Value $ 1,500.00 Taxes Due $ 4,842.49 HIGH BIDDER: Latanya Thomas $1,700.00 Intended Use: Build on it. AA. Lot 116, Highland Gardens Latanya Thomas Dalton Street Metro Council District 07 - Marcelle Initial Bid Amount $ 100.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds) $ 500.00 Appraised Value $ 1,500.00 Taxes Due $10,157.31 HIGH BIDDER: Latanya Thomas $1,400.00 Intended Use: Build on it. BB. Lot 30, Square 24, Eden Park Freddie L. Johnson North 37th Street Metro Council District 07 - Marcelle Initial Bid Amount $ 100.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds) $ 500.00 Appraised Value $ 1,500.00 Taxes Due $ 1,039.37 HIGH BIDDER: Freddie L. Johnson $1,500.00 Intended Use: Keep clean.
APPOINTMENTS: * DUE TO LOSS OF A QUORUM, ITEM 12. A. WAS NOT CONSIDERED AT THE JUNE 24, 2015 COUNCIL MEETING A. VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT - ALSEN ST. IRMA LEE: One appointment to fill the vacancy left by Joe Williams, who resigned. This term expires on January 1, 2016. Current Ballot: No information received (This item was deferred from the April 22, 2015 and May 27, 2015 Council Meetings) B. COMPLETE STREETS CITIZENS ADVISORY COMMITTEE: One appointment to concur in the nomination by the Federation of Greater Baton Rouge Civic Association. This term expires on July 31, 2017. Current Ballot: Nancy Curry (Received letter requesting appointment) C. COMPLETE STREETS CITIZENS ADVISORY COMMITTEE: One appointment to concur in the nomination by Bike Baton Rouge. This term expires on July 31, 2017. Current Ballot: Aaron Cherry (Received letter requesting appointment) D. COMPLETE STREETS CITIZENS ADVISORY COMMITTEE: One appointment to concur in the nomination by The Advocacy Center. This term expires on July 31, 2017. Current Ballot: Stephen Kauffman (Received letter requesting appointment) E. COMPLETE STREETS CITIZENS ADVISORY COMMITTEE: One appointment to concur in the nomination by the board of the Mayor's Healthy City Initiative. This term expires on July 31, 2017. Current Ballot: (Received letter requesting appointment) Andy Allen F. COMPLETE STREETS CITIZENS ADVISORY COMMITTEE: One appointment to concur in the nomination by Louisiana State University. This term expires on July 31, 2017. Current Ballot: Dennis Mitchell (Received letter requesting appointment) G. COMPLETE STREETS CITIZENS ADVISORY COMMITTEE: One appointment to concur in the nomination by Southern University. This term expires on July 31, 2017. Current Ballot: Peter Breaux (Received letter requesting appointment) H. COMPLETE STREETS CITIZENS ADVISORY COMMITTEE: One appointment to concur in the nomination by the Baton Rouge Sustainable Transportation Advisory Committee. This term expires on July 31, 2017. Current Ballot: Beaux Jones (Received letter requesting appointment) I. COMPLETE STREETS CITIZENS ADVISORY COMMITTEE: One appointment to concur in the nomination by the Baton Rouge Growth Coalition. This term expires on July 31, 2017. Current Ballot: Laurence Lambert (Received letter requesting appointment) J. COMPLETE STREETS CITIZENS ADVISORY COMMITTEE: One appointment to fill a vacancy on the newly created Complete Streets Citizens Advisory Committee. This is a Council Appointment. This term expires on July 31, 2017. Current Ballot: Eric Dexter Carlton Jones Joshua Melder Rachel Stewart Eric White K. COMPLETE STREETS CITIZENS ADVISORY COMMITTEE: One appointment to fill a vacancy on the newly created Complete Streets Citizens Advisory Committee. This is a Council Appointment. This term expires on July 31, 2019. Current Ballot: Eric Dexter Carlton Jones Joshua Melder Rachel Stewart Eric White L. COMPLETE STREETS CITIZENS ADVISORY COMMITTEE: One appointment to concur in the nomination of the Planning Director or his designee. This term expires on July 31, 2019. Current Ballot: Frank Duke (Received letter requesting appointment) M. COMPLETE STREETS CITIZENS ADVISORY COMMITTEE: One appointment to concur in the nomination of the Baton Rouge Area Chamber. This term expires on July 31, 2019. Current Ballot: Logan Anderson (Received letter requesting appointment) N. COMPLETE STREETS CITIZENS ADVISORY COMMITTEE: One appointment to concur in the nomination of the Baton Rouge Chapter of the AARP. This term expires on July 31, 2019. Current Ballot: Dr. Jeanne George (Received letter requesting appointment) O. COMPLETE STREETS CITIZENS ADVISORY COMMITTEE: One appointment to concur in the nomination of the Center for Planning Excellence. This term expires on July 31, 2019. Current Ballot: Rachel Diresto (Received letter requesting appointment) P. COMPLETE STREETS CITIZENS ADVISORY COMMITTEE: One appointment to concur in the nomination of the Greater Baton Rouge Association of Realtors. This term expires on July 31, 2019. Current Ballot: J. Michael “Mike” Walker (Received letter requesting appointment) Q. PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION: One appointment to fill the unexpired term of W. T. Winfield who resigned. This term expires on December 31, 2015. (Must be a City of Baton Rouge resident) Current Ballot: Dixon McMakin Christopher Odinet Myles Reed R. HOUSING AUTHORITY OF EAST BATON ROUGE PARISH: Consideration of reappointing or replacing Anita Gray (tenant representative) , whose term expires on August 9, 2015, effective August 10, 2015. This is a five (5) year term. Current Ballot: no information received S. HOUSING AUTHORITY OF EAST BATON ROUGE PARISH: Consideration of reappointing or replacing Tommie Gipson, whose term expires on August 9, 2015, effective August 10, 2015. This is a five (5) year term. Current Ballot: Tommie Gipson (Received letter requesting reappointment) Nicholas Randall
ITEMS: * DUE TO LOSS OF A QUORUM, ITEM 13. A.1. WAS NOT CONSIDERED AT THE JUNE 24, 2015 COUNCIL MEETING A. CHANGE ORDERS: 1. Project Title: Government St. - South Acadian Thwy. Project Project Number: 09-GS-MS-0043 Original Estimated Cost: $9,700,000.00 Purchase Order Number: Account Number: 411.7578213.752400.6087360; 415.7578213.752400.6087360; 441.7578213.752400.6087360 Council Award Date: April 23, 2014 Contractor: JB James Construction, LLC Change Order Number: 2 (Two) Change Order Amount: $ 125,860.19 Original Contract Amount: $11,989,083.50 Net Previous Changes: ($ 991,250.00) New Contract Amount: $11,123,693.69 Description: Additional length and increased casing pipe size for jack and bore at PS-4, add pay item for 48" manholes and delete pay items for 72" manholes, an increase in quantity of 24" reinforced concrete pipe. Why Required: To facilitate the Government-S. Acadian project and reduce future costs resulting from changes attributed to unforeseen conditions or other conflicts. 2. Project Title: Renovations for East Baton Rouge Public Safety Complex Baton Rouge Police Headquarters Project Number: 14-ASC-CP-0850 Original Estimated Cost: $4,200,000.00 Purchase Order Number: PO141297 Account Number: 324.7510571.651900.5220314 Council Award Date: July 23, 2014 Contractor: Stuart & Company General Contractors, LLC Change Order Number: 4 (four) (extend contract for 76 additional days) Change Order Amount: $ 160,200.00 Original Contract Amount: $4,141,000.00 Net Previous Changes: $ 102,361.00 New Contract Amount: $4,403,561.00 Description: Various changes to the scope of work such as electrical modifications, addition of canopy, increased scope for carpet replacement at Academy due to water damage, as well as other miscellaneous items, including credits for revisions to glazing at upper level and flooring revisions. Why Required: Unforeseen conditions and requested by the user agency. Additional time required due to changes in the scope of work. 3. Project Title: Sales Tax Street and Road Rehabilitation Program Project No. 13-14 (S. River Rd, Goodwood/Lobdell Intersection & Audubon Ave) Project Number: 13-AO-ST-0039 Original Estimated Cost: $468,813.24 Purchase Order Number: PO140431 Account Number: 147.7210012.647100.2025713 Council Award Date: January 22, 2014 Contractor: Coastal Bridge Company LLC Change Order Number: 4 (Four) (Final) Change Order Amount: $ (169.84) Original Contract Amount: $392,049.83 Net Previous Changes: $ 81,298.58 New Contract Amount: $473,178.57 Description: Adjustment of Final Quantities. Why Required: Increase/decrease contract items to final amount & cost. 4. Project Title: Delmont Area Improvements Project Number: 09-SW-US-0069 Original Estimated Cost: $569,277.28 Purchase Order Number: PO120566 Account Number: 146.7210042.652360.2044510 341.7548852.652360.5925210 Council Award Date: April 11, 2012 Contractor: LA Contracting Enterprise, LLC Change Order Number: 1 (one) Change Order Amount: ($ 23,884.80) Original Contract Amount: $404,418.20 Net Previous Changes: $0.00 New Contract Amount: $380,533.40 Description: Reconciliation of Quantities Why Required: Reconciliation of Quantities 5. Project Title: Runway 4L/22R Threshold Relocation Project Number: 3-22-0006-101-2014 Original Estimated Cost: $1,625,225 Purchase Order Number: PO141813 Account Number: 482.0989002.652310.8189001 Council Award Date: October 8, 2014 Contractor: Ernest P. Breaux, Electrical Inc. Change Order Number: Two (2) Change Order Amount: $ (184,690.89) Decrease Original Contract Amount: $ 1,996,489.44 Net Previous Changes: $ 60,873.62 New Contract Amount: $ 1,872,672.18 Description: Field changes for Runway 4L/22R Threshold Relocation. Why Required: To construct project in accordance with applicable FAA standards. 6. Project Title: Runway 22R Special CAT II Upgrade Project Number: xxx xxx Original Estimated Cost: $1,895,420 Purchase Order Number: PO141734 Account Number: 482.0989002.652310.8498987 Council Award Date: September 24, 2014 Contractor: Ernest P. Breaux, Electrical, Inc. Change Order Number: Two (2) Change Order Amount: $ 25,257.19 Original Contract Amount: $ 1,764,868.50 Net Previous Changes: $ 192,732.48 New Contract Amount: $ 1,982,858.17 Description: Field changes for Runway 22R Special CAT II and reconcile quantities. Why Required: To construct project in accordance with applicable FAA standards. B. FINAL ACCEPTANCES: 1. Library Branch Exterior Lighting Replacement (Bluebonnet, Central, Greenwell Springs, and Pride Chaneyville Branches) Project 14-ASC-CP-0864 - Account 111.1200015.647200.0; 111.1200015.643550.0- Council Award Date: October 22, 2015 Contractor: Allrite Electric, Inc. Estimated Cost: $390,395.50 Contract Amount: $341,340.00 Total Change Orders (1): $ 12,207.62 Final Cost: $353,547.62 Days Allocated: 180 Days Used: 175 Liquidated Damages: None 2. Sales Tax Street and Road Rehabilitation Program Project No. 13-14 (S. River Rd, Goodwood/Lobdell Intersection & Audubon Ave) Project 13-AO-ST-0039 - Account 147.7210012.647100.2025713 - Council Award Date: January 22, 2014 Contractor: Coastal Bridge Company LLC Estimated Cost: $468,813.24 Contract Amount: $392,049.83 Total Change Orders(4): $ 81,128.74 Final Cost: $473,178.57 Days Allocated: 90 Days Used: 101 Liquidated Damages: None 3. Delmont Area Improvements Project 09-SW-US-0069- Account-146.7210042.652360.2044510 341.7548852.652360.5925210- Council Award Date: April 11, 2012 Contractor: LA Contracting Enterprise, LLC Estimated Cost: $569,277.28 Contract Amount: $404,418.20 Total Change Orders (1): $(23,884.80) Final Cost: $380,533.40 Days Allocated: 85 Days Used: 62 Liquidated Damages: None * DUE TO LOSS OF A QUORUM, ITEM 13. C. 1. WAS NOT CONSIDERED AT THE JUNE 24, 2015 COUNCIL MEETING C. ACCEPTANCE OF LOW BIDS: *LOCAL **IN STATE 1. Annual Parishwide Manhole Rehabilitation Project Project 15-MH-UF-0001 - Account 411.7570203.752400.6070149 ESTIMATE: $1,400,000.00 *NCMC, LLC $2,569,273.00 2. Scada Master Plan Project Project 12-PS-MS-0021- Account 411.7579043.752400.6140301 415.7579043.752400.6140301; 441.7579043.752400.6140301 434.7579043.752400.6140301 ESTIMATE: $1,500,000.00 ***TESCO Controls, Inc. $1,284,578.00 3. Sales Tax Street and Road Rehabilitation Program Project 15-04 Streets in Magnolia Trace Pkwy & Shadows at White Oak Project 15-AO-ST-0017 - Account 147.7210012.647100.2010415 ESTIMATE: $500,000.00 *Barber Brothers Contracting Company, LLC $475,432.00 **Barriere Construction Company $557,328.00 4. Annual Contract for Wastewater Treatment Sludge Hauling and Disposal Services Annual Contract A15-1100 - Account 410.7070423.642260.000000 410.7070433.642260.000000 ESTIMATE: $425,000.00 ***Terra Renewal West LLC dba Denali Water Solutions LLC $ 366,750.00 *Sprint Waste Services, L.P. $ 388,500.00 ***Stafford Transport of Louisiana, Inc. $ 530,100.00 ***Synagro South, LLC $1,535,000.00 (The terms of this contract shall be for two years with three options of renewal for additional one year terms not to exceed five years. The unit cost (rates) for sludge hauling services may be subject to a one-time adjustment if the contract enters into a third year as described in Appendix 1 of the contract.) * DUE TO LOSS OF A QUORUM, ITEMS 13. D. - 13. Q. WERE NOT CONSIDERED AT THE JUNE 24, 2015 COUNCIL MEETING D. Authorizing the Mayor-President to enter into a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with Hunt & Hunt Development, Inc. and the City of Zachary to enable the connection of the Clairmont development and surrounding properties to the EBROSCO sewer system, the transfer of a sewer pump station site and issuing of accompanying sewer impact fee credits in connection with the development of Clairmont. (Account No. 412.7570913.752400.7082044) By: Director of Public Works. (This item was deferred from the June 10, 2015 Council) E. Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a contract with Crump Wilson Architects, for professional services in connection with the New EMS Station #8, Carpenter Road, Zachary, LA, Project No. 15-ASD-CP-0879, in an amount not to exceed $37,250.00. (Account No. 336.7510601.650110.5983715) By: Director of Public Works. F. Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a contract with Domain Architecture, for professional services in connection with the BREC Sports Academy Reroofing, Project No. 15-ASD-CP-0637, in an amount not to exceed $18,939.00. (Account No. 012.7505000.647200.4000000) By: Director of Public Works. G. Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a contract with MB Design Consultants, LLC to provide surveys, and design services for the construction of the Florida Boulevard at Foster Sidewalk Improvement project, being City-Parish Project No. 15-SW-HC-0024 in an amount not to exceed $36,822.02. (Account No. 146.7210042.652360.2045614) By: Director of Public Works. H. Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a contract with Bonton Associates, LLC to provide surveys, and design services for the construction of the Christian Street Sidewalk Improvement project, being City-Parish Project No. 15-SW-HC-0022 in an amount not to exceed $38,831.14. (Account No. 146.7210042.652360.2045414) By: Director of Public Works. I. Authorizing the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute Supplemental Agreement No. 1 with CDM Smith, Inc., w/subconsultants Digital Engineering, Gulf South Engineering and Testing, Inc., H. Davis Cole & Associates, LLC, Hartman Engineering, Inc., Shread-Kuykendall & Associates, Inc., Gibson Engineering, Inc., BCG Engineering & Consulting, Inc. in association with King Engineering Associates, for engineering services in connection with the North Wastewater Treatment Plant Master Plan Plant Improvements Project, being Project No. 13-TP-MS-0047, R.F.Q. No. 13-TP-MS-011, for an amount not to exceed $75,000.00. (Account No. 441.7579023.752200.6140601) By: Director of Public Works. J. Authorizing the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute Articles of Agreement - Changes to Utility Facilities with Entergy Gulf States Louisiana, LLC for the relocation and/or adjustment of electrical distribution facilities associated with Multiple Pump Stations Burbank Drive-Siegen Lane, Project No. 11-PS-MS-0026 in an amount not to exceed $307,877.99. (Account No. 443.7578323.752400.6087376) By: Director of Public Works. K. Authorizing the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute Supplemental Agreement No. 5 to the Contract for Engineering Services with Gotech, Inc., w/subconsultants: Professional Service Industries, Inc. (PSI); and Monroe & Corie, Inc., for additional engineering services in connection with Highland Road - Burbank Drive Sanitary Sewer System Upgrade (South Forced Lower STN System Capacity Improvements SFL-C-0005), Project No. 08-FM-ST-0023 in an amount of $31,249.78. (Account No. 432.7578223.752200.6087347) By: Director of Public Works. L. Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute Supplemental Agreement No. 2 to the contract with ECM Consultants, Inc. for engineering services in association with Green Light Plan Project Glen Oaks Drive (Plank Road to McClelland Drive), having City-Parish Project No. 12-CS-HC-0047, in an amount not to exceed $128,340.62. This Supplemental Agreement will incorporate additional Topographic Survey, Property Surveys, Right-of-Way Maps and Drainage Analysis and Design. By: Director of Public Works. M. Authorizing and approving the selection of the Advocate as the official journal of the Parish of East Baton Rouge and City of Baton Rouge for the period July 1, 2015 through June 30, 2016 in accordance with R.S. 43:141 (A). By: Council Administrator-Treasurer. N. Rescinding and cancelling the Decision and Order issued on May 27, 2015, in "City of Baton Rouge V. Tabitha Vu - Condemnation Proceeding No. 9320 (2924 73rd Avenue; Lot 67, Woodaire Subdivision). By: Councilwoman Daniel. O. Rescinding and directing the Clerk of Court to cancel the Decision and Order recorded on June 16, 2015 at Original 447 of Bundle 12660 in the matter of "City of Baton Rouge vs. Chanel Wells" - Condemnation Proceeding No. 9324; (3511 Prescott Road; Portion of Lot 3, Plank Road Subdivision). By: Councilwoman Marcelle. P. Rescinding and directing the Clerk of Court to cancel the Decision and Order recorded on June 16, 2015 at Original 446 of Bundle 12660 in the matter of "City of Baton Rouge vs. Chanel Wells" - Condemnation Proceeding No. 9323; (3475 Prescott Road; Portion of Lot 3, Plank Road Subdivision). By: Councilwoman Marcelle. Q. Authorizing the Mayor-President to enter into agreements with various private and public entities in support of the City-Parish obligations with regard to the USBC Tournament for 2017 Women's Tournament. By: Mayor-President. R. Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a contract with Domain Architecture, for professional services in connection with the Carver Branch Library Roof Restoration, Project No. 15-ASD-CP-0922, in an amount not to exceed $19,409.00. (Account No. 111.1200015.643540.0) By: Interim Director of Public Works. S. Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute an agreement with Grace Hebert Architects + Moffatt & Nichol, Joint Venture with sub-consultants Henry C. Eyre, Jr. P.E., Inc.; Daniel T. Calongne & Associates; McKnight Landscape Architects; Forte and Tablada for Architectural Design Services in connection with the City of Baton Rouge Dock Expansion - Baton Rouge, LA in an amount not to exceed $369,435.00 C/P Project 15-ASD-CP-0904, RFQ No. 15-DP-CP-001 (Account No.337.7520335.652200.5983815) By: Interim Public Works Director. T. Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute Supplemental Agreement No. 6 to the Annual Contract A13-0799 with Corporate Green, LLC for the Landscape Maintenance of areas adjacent to and underneath the Interstate from North Street to North Blvd. in a supplemental amount of $24,908.00 bringing the total contract to a not to exceed amount of $249,686.40. (Account No. 012.7507000.643550.0000000) By: Interim Public Works Director. U. Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a contract with Forte & Tablada, Inc. to provide surveys, and design services for the construction of the Gardere Lane Ped Improvement project, being RFQ No. 15-ES-PW-001 and City-Parish Project No. 15-SW-US-0004 in an amount not to exceed $261,742.01 (Account No. 146.7210042.652360.2045214 - NOT TO EXCEED $172,742.01 337.7540102.652360.2045214 - NOT TO EXCEED $89,000) By: Interim Director of Public Works. V. Authorizing the Mayor President to execute Supplemental Agreement No.8 to the State of Louisiana Urban Systems contract with Forte and Tablada Inc. for Engineering and Land Surveying Services in association with Green Light Plan Project Nicholson Drive a(Brightside Lane/West Lee Drive Intersection Improvements), having State Project (DOTD) NO. H.002822 (LA 30), Federal Aid Project No. CMAO-1701 (509), and City Parish Project No. 01-CS-US-0017, in an amount not to exceed $87,000 to be funded with GLP funds only. By: Interim Public Works Director. W. Authorization for the Mayor-President and/or Chairman of the Airport Commission to execute a Lease Agreement with Legal Air, L.L.C. to lease approximately 3.9 acres of land for a Corporate Hangar, T-Hangars and Box Hangars for a period of thirty (30) years with a twenty-five (25) year option to renew at a rental rate of $27,181.44 per year / $2,265.12 per month. By: Director of Aviation. X. Authorization for the Mayor-President and/or Chairman of the Airport Commission to execute a Lease Agreement with 337, L.L.C. to lease up to approximately 3 acres of land for T-Hangars and a Public Fuel and Oil Sales Operation for a period of thirty (30) years with a twenty-five (25) year option to renew at a rental rate up to $20,908.80 per year / $1,742.40 per month. By: Director of Aviation. Y. Authorization for the Mayor-President and/or Chairman of the Airport Commission to Consent to an Assignment from Word of Life Christian Center to 337, L.L.C. to construct T-Hangars. By: Director of Aviation. Z. Authorization for the Mayor-President and/or Chairman of the Airport Commission to execute Supplemental Agreement No. 5 to the Stanley Consultants, Inc., Contract for Bidding and Construction Administration Services for the Low-Level Windshear Alert System (LLWAS) in an amount not to exceed $48,730.70. (Account No. 482.0989002.652200.8890015) By: Director of Aviation. AA. Authorization for the Mayor-President and/or Chairman of the Airport Commission to execute Supplemental Agreement No. 5 to the Stanley Consultants, Inc., Contract for Bidding and Construction Administration Services for the Low-Level Windshear Alert System (LLWAS) in an amount not to exceed $48,730.70. (Account No. 482.0989002.652200.8890015) By: Director of Aviation. BB. Rescinding and directing the Clerk of Court to cancel the Decision and Order recorded on September 3, 2013 at Original 456 of Bundle 12526 in the matter of "City of Baton Rouge vs. Waseem A. Siddiqui"- Condemnation Proceeding No. 9180 (12046 Old Hammond Highway Hwy.; Lot 9, Old Hammond Highway Park I Subdivision). By: Councilman Amoroso. CC. Rescinding and directing the Clerk of Court to cancel the Decision and Order recorded on January 16, 2014 at Original 698 of Bundle 12554 in the Matter of "City of Baton Rouge Vs. Gerald P. Coleman"- Condemnation Proceeding No. 9137 (2730 Curtis Street; Lot 4, Square 10, Roosevelt Place Subdivision). By: Councilwoman Daniel. DD. Rescinding and directing the Clerk of Court to cancel the Decision and Order recorded on November 14, 2014 at Original 198 of Bundle 12618 in the matter of "City of Baton Rouge vs. Ruby Lee McKinley Jones, Geneva McKinley Spears, Joann McKinley Dunbar, Yvonne McKinley Lawton, William Jerome McKinley, John Louis McKinley, Pauline McKinley Patterson, Glenda McKinley Howard, Glenn McKinley, Lisa Anderson, Frankie Anderson Lersonna Anderson, Kendra Anderson, Simon D. Jackson, Sharon Jackson Winfrey, Shawanda Jackson, Craigland McKinley, Marcus McKinley, Kelvin McKinley, Dinah McKinley, Gregory McKinley & Kirkland Robertson"- Condemnation Proceeding No. 9236 (7575 Hanks Drive; Lot B, Victoria Farms Subdivision). By: Councilwoman Edwards. EE. Authorizing the Mayor-President to establish payroll deduction codes for employees participating in the Healthy Lives' Farm to Work program. By: Mayor-President. FF. Requesting a final report from the Planning Commission on the merits of amending the comprehensive land use plan (FUTUREBR) and the zoning map of the City of Baton Rouge and Parish of East Baton Rouge of June 1976, as contained in and made a part of the "Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance of the City of Baton Rouge and Parish of East baton rouge for 1958", as amended, so as to change the comprehensive land use plan from OS (Open Space) to C (Commercial) and to rezone from M2 (Heavy Industrial) to HC1 (Heavy Commercial One) on tract c and d of the Port of Greater Baton Rouge property. Section 63, T7S, R1W, GLD, EBRP, LA and section 44, T8S, R1W, GLD, EBRP, LA; By:Councilman Delgado & Councilman Loupe. GG. Authorizing the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute Articles of Agreement - Changes to Utility Facilities with Dixie Electric Membership Corporation (DEMCO) for the removal, relocation, adjustment and upgrade of electrical distribution facilities associated with PS 430 as part of the Zachary Area Transmission Network Improvements Project - Phase V for a fee not to exceed $34,949.71. (Account No. 441.7578703.752520.6087340) By: Director of Environmental Services.
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