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 April 27, 2016 and The Greater Baton Rouge Airport Commission Meeting of May 3, 2016.
Presentations and Special Recognitions
INTRODUCTIONS: A. SECTIONS 2.12 INTRODUCTIONS: 1. Amending the 2016 current expense budget for the South Burbank Crime Prevention & Development District (SBCPDD) so as to appropriate $50,000 for community programs and operational costs from the District's Fund Balance - Unassigned. By: South Burbank Crime Prevention & Development District Introduce for public hearing on May 25, 2016 2. Waiving the provisions of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Baton Rouge and Parish of East Baton Rouge, Title 9 (Licensing and Regulation of Trades and Occupations), Chapter 18 (Wine, Beer, and Liquor), Section 9:10010 (B), regarding the 300 feet distance requirement, so as to allow Zee Quick Mart, LLC, located at 7111 Hooper Road, to apply for an alcohol license. By: Councilwoman Banks-Daniel. Introduce for public hearing on May 25, 2016 3. Amending the 2016 Current Expense Budget for Emergency Medical Services to appropriate $1,400,000 from Fund Balance to provide for intergovernmental transfers to the Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals for the Upper Payment Limit (UPL) Medicaid reimbursement program. By: EMS Director. Introduce for public hearing on May 25, 2016 4. Authorizing the Metropolitan Council to declare Unit 200, Court Plaza Condominium, municipal address 10500 Coursey Boulevard, Unit 200, Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70816 as surplus property and not needed for a public purpose, and authorizing the sale of same pursuant to Louisiana Revised Statute 33:4712 et Seq., unto Investar Bank for the sum of $1,630,000.00, and authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a purchase agreement, cash sale/closing documents, and any and all documents in furtherance of this sale, with the Parish Attorney's Office to prepare, review, and/or approve all such documentation. By: Mayor's Office and Parish Attorney. Introduce for public on June 8, 2016 CONDEMNATIONS: None. B. ADJUDICATED PROPERTY INTRODUCTIONS: None. C. PLANNING AND ZONING INTRODUCTIONS: None. D. OTHER INTRODUCTIONS: 1. Authorizing settlement of the claim of Irell and Lena Shelmire for damages resulting from a sewer back-up in the claimant's home, in the amount of $18,544.64 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 May 25, 2016 2. Authorizing 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 $63,468.00, to continue to offset the cost associated with operating the FINS program for the Department of Juvenile Services for the Period of July 1, 2016 through June 30, 2017. Interim Director of Juvenile Services. Introduce for public hearing on May 25, 2016 3. Authorizing the Mayor-President to publish and to give written notice to all banks in this City and Parish of the intention of the City of Baton Rouge and Parish of East Baton Rouge to select a fiscal agency for the years 2017 through 2021, and to invite banks to respond under the terms and conditions of the notice and request for proposals, all in compliance with the provisions of Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, Title 39. By: Council Administrator-Treasurer. Introduce for public hearing on May 25, 2016 4. Authorizing the Mayor-President to amend a subrecipient contract with HIV/AIDS Alliance for Region 2 for an increase in the amount of $150,000.00 for a total amount not to exceed $599,547.00 under the Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program, for the grant period March 1, 2016 through February 28, 2017 and to amend the subrecipient contract if additional funding becomes available; and authorizing the Director of the DHDS to adjust the subrecipient contract budget and reallocate funding between service providers during the course of the program year to advance the purposes of the Ryan White program; and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By: Director of DHDS. Introduce for public hearing on May 25, 2016
Approving the amended bylaws of the Capital Area Finance Authority. By: Council Administrator/Treasurer.
RECREATION AND PARKS COMMISSION: One appointment to fill the unexpired term of John Taylor who passed away. Term Expires December 31, 2017. Current Ballot: Stanley Bienemy Stephanie Chavis-Guillory D’Adario Conway Sandra Davis Melody Evans William Huffstickler Braylon Hyde Brad Jackson Cody Jackson Frank LaNasa Robert Maxie Derrius Montgomery Anthony Nelson Don Ortega Jason Pierce Althea Spriggs Andrell Ward.
A resolution ordering and calling an election to be held in the Parish of East Baton Rouge, State of Louisiana, on November 8, 2016 for the purpose of authorizing the levy and collection of a 2.25 mills ad valorem tax on all property subject to taxation within the boundaries of the Parish of East Baton Rouge, State of Louisiana, for a period of ten (10) years, commencing with the tax collection for the year 2017, and annually thereafter, to and including the year 2026, for the purpose of providing funds (after paying reasonable and necessary expenses of collecting and administering the tax) to be used entirely and exclusively for the purpose of (i) providing funds to acquire, construct, operate and maintain facilities to serve elderly citizens in the Parish of East Baton Rouge, and to operate and maintain programs, services and activities for elderly citizens in the Parish of East Baton Rouge, in each case to be conducted and administered by the East Baton Rouge Parish Council on the Aging, Inc., or any successor thereto, and (ii) providing funds for the operating budget of the East Baton Rouge Parish Council on the Aging, Inc., or any successor thereto; making application to the Louisiana State Bond Commission; and providing for other matters in connection therewith. By: Councilwoman Collins-Lewis and Councilwoman Wicker.
CONDEMNATIONS: A. Emma Washington, Ernest Mills, and Yvonne Jefferson Mills 10121 Chanadia Avenue, Lot 71 and 72, Mayfair Park East Subdivision. District 12. (This item was deferred from the February 10, 2016 and March 9, 2016 Council Meetings) B. Mary Elizabeth Joseph 203 North 26th Street; Lot 24 Square 1 Lincoln Park Subdivision – Council District 10 (This item was deferred from the April 13, 2016 Council Meeting) C. Raymond Louis Scott 1679 Thomas H. Delpit Drive; Lot 3-B Swart Subdivision – Council District 10 (This item was deferred from the April 13, 2016 and April 27, 2016 Council Meetings) D. Brandon James Pate 235 New Rafe Mayer Road; Lot 4 Shady Acres Subdivision – Council District 2 E. Charles F. Farren, Jr. and The Estate of Florence S. Farren 16625 South Amite Drive; Lot 102 Stevendale Heights Subdivision – Council District 4 F. Debra Vaughn 480 Tuscaloosa Street; Lot 10, Square 5 Georgetown Subdivision – Council District 7 G. Stephanie C. Barrow Beckwith 456 Tuscaloosa Street; Lot 6, Square 5 Georgetown Subdivision – Council District 7 H. Tom Branon, Jr., Barbara Jean Wilson and The Estate of Florence Roach Branon 429 & 431 Tuscaloosa Street; Lot 24, Square 2 Georgetown Subdivision – Council District 7 I. Eddie Smith 6337 Kincaid Avenue; Lot 368 Bird Station Subdivision – Council District 7
Authorizing the appropriation of $12,000,000 of bond proceeds from the 2016A Sewer Revenue Bonds borrowed through the LDEQ State Revolving Loan Fund. These bond proceeds will be used to fund the North Wastewater Treatment Plant Master Plan Project, the Flannery Road/Florida Blvd SSO Rehabilitation Project, Phase2, and bond issuance costs related to the 2016A Sewer Revenue Bonds. (Budget Supplement No. 8449). By: Director of Environmental Services.
Waiving the provisions of Title 9, Chapter 18, Section 1006 of the Code of Ordinances to allow for extended hours of operation for all Class A and R license holders in EBR Parish (with the exception of Baker, Central and Zachary) in conjunction with Bayou Country Superfest, for two hours from 12:00 a.m. until 2:00 a.m. on May 30, 2016. By: Councilman Loupe.
Authorization to appropriate a total of $1,010,000.00 from various Accounts; (1) $500,000 from the Airport's Cash & Investments for Maintenance & Operations - 481.0000000.100005.0000000 to Account No. 482..0985002.647200.8850006 for Terminal Building Renovations , (2) $510,000 from the Airport's Cash & Investments for Discretionary 481.0000000.100006.0000000 for parking garage lighting & HVAC replacement to be placed in Account Nos. 482.0986002.647200.8860050 ($450,000), 481.0920002.647200.0000000 ($20,000) and 481.0920002.647600.0000000 ($40,000) BS # 008492 By: Director of Aviation.
Authorizing the Mayor - President to accept a grant from the Louisiana Commission on Law Enforcement and Administration of Criminal Justice in the amount $25,334.00. The grant program allows the Baton Rouge Police Department the opportunity to participate in the Targeted Violent Criminals program which targets habitual/repeat violent offenders and builds cases to enhance their prosecution and sentencing. This grant is administered by the Capital District Law Enforcement Planning Council. The grant is 100% funded with no required match. By: Chief of Police.
Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute Emergency Solutions Grants program contract with the Louisiana Housing Corporation (LHC) in the amount of approximately $218,079; and authorizing the Mayor-President or Urban Development Director to execute the related community development contracts accordingly. By: Urban Development Director.
Authorizing settlement of the claim of Leroy Kinsey for damages resulting from an auto accident with a DPW employee, in the amount of $15,000.00, which amount shall be paid from the account designated "Insurance - Auto Liability" (012.4630000.644200). *This matter may be discussed in executive session. (Counsel of record is Jay R. Boltin/McKernan Law Firm). By: Parish Attorney.
Authorizing settlement of the claim of Josh and Connie Booker for damages resulting from a sewer back-up in the claimant's home, in the amount of $23,237.68 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.
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Consideration of reappointing or replacing Billy Ray, whose term expires on January 1, 2016, effective January 2, 2016. This is a two (2) year term. Current Ballot: Billy Ray
VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT - ALSEN-ST. IRMA LEE: Consideration of reappointing or replacing Donnie Millican, whose term expires on January 1, 2016, effective January 2, 2016. This is a two (2) year term. Current Ballot: Billy Ray
A. CHANGE ORDERS: 1. Project Title: Pump Station 058 Replacement Project Number: 09-PS-UF-0001 Original Estimated Cost: $14,400,000.00 Purchase Order Number: PO120970 Account Number: 411.7578323.752400.6087353 Council Award Date: May 9, 2012 Contractor: Cajun Constructors, Inc. Change Order Number: Six (6) (Final) (extend contract for 499 days) Change Order Amount: $( 2,971.65) Original Contract Amount: $13,012,000.00 Net Previous Changes: $ 241,415.33 New Contract Amount: $13,250,443.68 Description: Final adjustment of quantities and to closeout the project. Why Required: To facilitate closeout of the project 2. Project Title: Federal Aid Project H010650 / State Project H.010650Sales Tax Street And Road Rehabilitation Program (12-10) OLOL Medical Complex Area Streets East Baton Rouge Parish Project Number: 12-CR-ST-002315 Original Estimated Cost: $1,195,422.95 Purchase Order Number: PO160475 Account Number: 147.7210012.647100.2010215 Council Award Date: October 28, 2015 Contractor: Hard Rock Construction LLC Change Order Number: One (1) (extend contract for 26 additional days) Change Order Amount: $ 131,569.80 (EBR City/Parish obligation is 20% or $26,313.96) Original Contract Amount: $1,587,891.25 (EBR City/Parish obligation is 20% or $317,578.25) Net Previous Changes: -0- New Contract Amount: $1,719,461.05(EBR City/Parish obligation is 20% or $343,892.21) Description: Added Required Items for the Installation of handicap ramps Why Required: Handicap ramp installation are a program requirement for any street being rehabilitated. 3. Project Title: Terminal Building Generator Project Number: H.010854 Original Estimated Cost: $1,577,273.25 Purchase Order Number: PO150415 Account Number: 482.0989002.651900.8490503 ($43,531.00) 482.0989002.652200.8890014 ($8,454.00) Council Award Date" March 2, 2015 Contractor: J & J Electrical & Instrumentation Service Change Order Number: One (1) - Final - Contract extended by 42 days Change Order Amount: $ 51,985.00 Original Contract Amount: $1,489,000.00 Net Previous Changes: $ -0- New Contract Amount: $1,540,985.00 Description: Installation of Terminal Building Generator Why Required: Extend gas pipe & connect to utility company meter, automatic oiling system; tie in boiler, trace the existing damaged circuit serving the rental car garage; replace the inoperative 1200A circuit breaker and correct grounding issue; repair and replace underground circuit to rental garage & liquidated damages. 4. Project Title: Taxiway MARC Extension Project Number: xxx-xxx-xxx Original Estimated Cost: $970,000 Purchase Order Number: PO160400 Account Number: 482.0983002.652310.8830004 Council Award Date: February 25, 2016 Contractor: Hendrick Construction Change Order Number: One (1) Change Order Amount: $ (1,200.00) decrease Original Contract Amount: $ 913,428.00 Net Previous Changes: $ -0- New Contract Amount: $ 912,228.00 Description: Construction of new taxilane for service to the MARC facilities. Why Required: Allowance for 12" water main; additional clearing and debris removal. 5. Project Title: Wildlife Hazard Mitigation Improvements Project Number: A.I.P. 3-22-0006-102-2014 Original Estimated Cost: $1,375,710.00 Purchase Order Number: PO150428 Account Number: 482.0989002.652110.8189002 Council Award Date: January 14, 2015 Contractor: L. King Company, LLC Change Order Number: Two (2) Change Order Amount: $ 9,820.30 (Contract time increase 30 days) Original Contract Amount: $1,482,933.00 Net Previous Changes: $ 276,468.57 New Contract Amount: $1,769,221.87 Description: Enclosure of existing open drainage canals for Wildlife Hazard Mitigation Improvements Why Required: Add fencing for security and 24" piping for drainage for Wildlife Hazard Mitigation Improvements.
FINAL ACCEPTANCES: 1. Pump Station 058 Replacement Project 09-PS-UF-0001 - Account 411.7578323.752400.6087353 Council Award Date: May 9, 2012 Contractor: Cajun Constructors, Inc. Estimated Cost: $14,400,000.00 Contract Amount: $13,012,000.00 Total Change Orders (6): $ 238,443.68 Final Cost: $13,250,443.68 Days Allocated: 1236 Days Used: 1236 Liquidated Damages: None 2. Myrtle Avenue Bike Path Improvements Project 14-SW-DD-0024 - Account 344.1587216.652360.0872713 Council Award Date: April 8, 2015 Contractor: Industrial Enterprises, Inc. Estimated Cost: $103,000.00 Contract Amount: $ 78,389.60 Total Change Orders (1): $ 5,940.74 Final Cost: $ 84,330.34 Days Allocated: 75 Days Used: 43 Liquidated Damages: None 3. Terminal Building Generator - Project SP H.010854 - Account No. 482.0989002.651900.8490503 - Council Award Date: March 2, 2015. Contractor: J & J Electrical & Instrumentation Service, Inc. Estimated Cost: $ 1,577,273.25 Contract Amount: $ 1,489,000.00 Total Change Orders (1): $ 51,985.00 Final Cost: $ 1,540,585.00 Days Allocated: 312 Days Used: 312 Liquidated Damages: (9 days $ 700 a day = $6300.00) * Contractor does not contest liquidated damages.
ACCEPTANCE OF LOW BIDS: *LOCAL **IN STATE 1. Sales Tax Street And Road Rehabilitation Program Project 15-01 Streets In Carrington Place, Woodland Ridge Ave. & S. Harrell's Ferry Rd Project 15-AO-ST-0011 - Account 147.7210012.647100.2011015 ESTIMATE: $675,000.00 *Coastal Bridge Co., LLC $655,615.35 *F. G. Sullivan, Jr. Contractor, LLC $727,815.20 *Barber Brothers Contg. Co., LLC $737,729.75 **R. J. Daigle and Sons Contractors, Inc. $836,460.10 **Barriere Construction Co. $843,864.00 2. Wedgewood Subdivision Entrance (Firewood Drive At O'neal Lane), South Hills Subdivision Entrance (Hyacinth Avenue At Staring Lane & Rickwood Drive At Staring Lane) And O'neal Place Subdivision Entrance (Bristoe Avenue At O'neal Lane) Project 13-CS-HC-0028 ( T.O.'S 3, 4 &5)- Account 339.7260292.652310.5922906 (Wedgewood) 339.7260392.652310.5923906 (South Hills & Staring Ln.) 339.7260292.652310.5922906 (O'Neal Place) ESTIMATE: $70,000.00 **Corporate Green, DBA Green Seasons $96,553.21 (Wedgewood Subdivision: $51,938.42 South Hills & Staring Lane Subdivision: $24,810.27 O'Neal Place Subdivision: $19,804.52) 3. Canoe Bend Lake Pollutant Stabilization (Bayou Manchac Impaired Watershed System Project 15-DR-CI-0007 - Account- 012.7803000.652300.4000000 ESTIMATE: $140,000.00 *Sems, Inc. $205,930.00 **Hamp’s Construction, LLC $349,111.00
Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute an agreement with Cress & Lopresto Architects, LLC, for professional services in connection with the Public Safety Complex - S3 Building Renovation Design, being City-Parish Project No.16-ASD-CP-0996, in an amount not to exceed $19,600.00. (Account 012.7805000.647200.4) By: Interim Director of Buildings and Grounds.
Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a Lease Agreement with New Tropicana Holdings, Inc., d/b/a "Belle of Baton Rouge Casino and Hotel" for a designated and secure storage space within its parking building where the City Parish may store shipping containers and storage crates which will be used in the buildout and breakdown of the bowling facility needed to host the 2017 United States Bowling Congress Women's Open Bowling tournament. The lease term would begin July 1, 2016 and continue for a year - until the breakdown of the tournament facility - at a total cost of $64,000 or $4.26/square foot for the 15,000 square foot of space being leased. By: Mayor's Office - Interim Director of Buildings and Grounds.
Authorizing the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute Supplemental Agreement No. 6 to the Contract for Engineering Services with Evans-Graves Engineers, Inc., w/subconsultant: Louis J. Capozzoli & Associates, Inc. for additional engineering services during construction in connection with the South Boulevard - Saint Joseph Street Sewer Area Upgrades (South Service Area CGN-C-0003) Project No. 08- GS-ST-0018 in a not to exceed amount of $25,000.00(Account No. 411.7578213.752200.6087341) By: Environmental Services Director.
Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute and submit an application to the Capital Regions Planning Commission for a grant in the amount of $60,000 for the equipment used for vehicle detection. This equipment includes counter machines, software, computers and supplies. By: Director of Transportation & Drainage.
H. Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a contract with Duplantis Design Group, PC to provide professional design services for the construction of the BR:River Road Multiuse Path project, being City-Parish Project No. 15-DD-US-0039, State Project No. H.011859, and Federal Aid Project No. H011859 in an amount not to exceed $34,950.00. (Account No. 345.7546035.652200.8080300) By: Director of Transportation and Drainage I. Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a contract with G.E.C., Inc. to provide professional engineering services for the renovation of the Terrace Street Pump Station project, being City-Parish Project No. 16-DR-CI-0003 with approval of first phase services in an amount not to exceed $95,463.18 (Account No. By: Director of Transportation and Drainage J. Authorizing the Mayor President to execute Supplemental Agreement No. 7 to the contract with Neel-Schaffer, Inc., to provide engineering, construction administration, and inspection services in connection with the Baton Rouge Computerized Signal Synchronization System Phases IV and V being, City/Parish Project No. 01-TS-US- 0005, State Project No. H.004077 (formerly 700-17-0172), Federal Aid Project No. CM- 5006(042) in a supplemental amount not to exceed $285,660.00. Funding for this Supplemental Agreement being 80% federal with a required 20% local match. (Account No.341.7548492.652310.0485300) By: Director of Transportation & Drainage.
Authorization for the Mayor-President and/or Chairman of the Airport Commission to execute a Consulting Services Contract with Stein-Lasseigne for Design & Bidding Services for Airport Parking Garage Repairs and Improvements in an amount not to exceed $232,934.00. (Account No.498.0996412.651900.8940013). By: Director of Aviation.
Authorization for the Mayor-President and/or Chairman of the Airport Commission to execute Supplemental Agreement No. 1 with Stanley Consultants for Design & Bidding Services associated with the Taxiway "F" Extension Project in an amount not to exceed $579,233.00. (Account to be assigned). By: Director of Aviation.
M. Authorization for the Mayor-President and/or Chairman of the Airport Commission to execute Supplemental Agreement No. 5 to the Forte & Tablada Contract for Construction Administration Services for the Airfield Drainage - Wildlife Hazard Mitigation Project in an amount not to exceed $18,923.00. (Account No. 482.0989002.652110.5189002 $9,033.37 & 482.0986002.652310.8860049 $9,889.63). By: Director of Aviation. N. Authorization for the Mayor-President and/or Chairman of the Airport Commission to execute Supplemental Agreement No. 6 to the Forte & Tablada Contract for Construction Administration Services for the Airfield Drainage - Northwest Box Culvert in an amount not to exceed $79,287.00. (Account No. 482.0989002.652320.8490505). By: Director of Aviation.
Authorization for the Mayor-President and/or Chairman of the Airport Commission to execute a Memorandum of Understanding between the Greater Baton Rouge Airport District (GBRAD) and Regional Transit Authority (RTA) for the storage of buses in the event of an emergency during the 2016-2017 hurricane season at a rental rate of $250.00 per day or $2,500 per month. By: Director of Aviation.
Authorization for the Mayor-President and/or Chairman of the Airport Commission to execute Amendment No. 1 to the 2016 Professional Services Contract with Venyu Solutions, Inc. in order to increase the contract amount by $1060.50 for a grand total amount not to exceed $41,060.50. By: Director of Aviation.
Discussion of DPW Maintenance Lots. By: Councilman Welch.
Authorizing the Mayor-President on behalf of Baton Rouge City Court to enter into an agreement with Driver's History Information Sales, LLC (DHI) whereby City Court will extract and electronically transmit to DHI final traffic and criminal traffic violation disposition data in a bulk data special format on a monthly basis for a fixed amount of $3,000 per month and provide 3 years of back data of the same kind and format for the period of January 1, 2013 through December 31, 2015 for a fixed one-time fee amount of $5,000. By: Clerk of Court/Judicial Administrator.
A resolution approving the calling of an election by the St. George Fire Protection District No. 2, Parish of East Baton Rouge, State of Louisiana, on November 8, 2016, for the purpose of authorizing the renewal of the levy and collection of a 6.00 mills ad valorem tax on all property subject to taxation within the boundaries of the St. George Fire Protection District No. 2, for a period of ten (10) years, commencing in the year 2018 to and including the year 2027, to provide funds for development, operation and maintenance of the fire protection facilities, equipment and personnel of the St. George Fire Protection District No. 2. By: Bond Counsel.
A resolution approving the calling of an election by the St. George Fire Protection District No. 2, Parish of East Baton Rouge, State of Louisiana, on November 8, 2016, for the purpose of authorizing the renewal of the levy and collection of a 1.50 mills ad valorem tax on all property subject to taxation within the boundaries of the St. George Fire Protection District No. 2, for a period of five (5) years, commencing in the year 2017 to and including the year 2021, to provide funds for capital improvements for the St. George Fire Protection District No. 2. By: Bond Counsel.
Assigning recent annexation to designated City Court Section as required by La. R.S. 13:1952 and directing the Council Administrator Treasurer to forward notice of this assignment to the Senate Committee on Senate and Governmental Affairs and the House Committee on House and Governmental Affairs for approval. By: Council Administrator-Treasurer.
Creating a committee to provide information and recommendations to the Metropolitan Council on Smart City model for Baton Rouge, appointing the members of the committee, and providing for other related matters. By: Councilman Amoroso.
Resolution by the Metropolitan Council establishing a Transportation Technology and Innovation District. By: Office of the Mayor President and Councilman Buddy Amoroso.
Authorizing the Mayor-President, on behalf of the Division of Human Development and Services East Baton Rouge Parish Head Start Program, to authorize ERO Maintenance Inc., to install an Access Control System for all city owned Head Start facilities, with grant funds and capital improvement funds from the Administration for Children and Families, Office of Head Start, in an amount not to exceed 53,195.00; and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By: Director of DHDS.
AA. Rescinding and Directing The Clerk of Court to cancel the Decision and Order recorded on April 4, 2016 at Original 484 Of Bundle 12722 in the matter of "City of Baton Rouge VS. Lenora Malvania Robinson"- Condemnation Proceeding No. 9481 (1430 East Washington Street, Lot 5 Square 18, South Baton Rouge Subdivision). By: Councilwoman Wicker. BB. Rescinding and directing the Clerk of Court to cancel the Decision and Order recorded on October 22, 2015 at original 276 of bundle 12690 in the matter of "city of baton rouge vs. Jonathan R. Young"-Condemnation Proceeding No. 9410 (2551 & 2553 Lobelia Street; Lot 6, Square 8, Standard Heights Subdivision). By: Councilwoman Wicker. CC. Rescinding and directing the Clerk of Court to cancel the Decision and Order recorded on April 21, 2016 at Original 133 Of Bundle 12726 in the matter of "City Of Baton Rouge vs. Moniqua M. Young"- Condemnation Proceeding No. 9493 (958 West Roosevelt Street; Lots 46 & 48, Square 112, South Baton Rouge Subdivision). By: Councilwoman Wicker.
Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a contract with BBRL, Inc., for professional services to provide expert witness reports and testimony in connection with "Racon, Inc. vs City of Baton Rouge and Parish of East Baton Rouge, et al", being Suit No. 635,107, in the 19th Judicial District Court, in an amount not to Exceed $50,000.00. (Account No. 411.7578223.752500.6087347). By: Parish Attorney.
Authorizing payment of the judgment in the matter entitled "Brett Percle vs. the City of Baton Rouge, et al", Case No. 3:14-CV-449-SDD-RLB, on the docket of the United States District Court - Middle District of Louisiana, in the amount of $25,000.00, plus associated costs in the amount of $2,515.26, for a total amount of $27,515.26, which amount shall be paid from the Account designated “Insurance-Police Liability" (012.4630000.644300). * This matter may be discussed in Executive Session. (Counsel of record is Kearney Loughlin Attorney at Law). By: Parish Attorney. 14. ADJOURNMENT:
May 11, 2016 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 April 27, 2016 and The Greater Baton Rouge Airport Commission Meeting of May 3, 2016.
Presentations and Special Recognitions
INTRODUCTIONS: A. SECTIONS 2.12 INTRODUCTIONS: 1. Amending the 2016 current expense budget for the South Burbank Crime Prevention & Development District (SBCPDD) so as to appropriate $50,000 for community programs and operational costs from the District's Fund Balance - Unassigned. By: South Burbank Crime Prevention & Development District Introduce for public hearing on May 25, 2016 2. Waiving the provisions of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Baton Rouge and Parish of East Baton Rouge, Title 9 (Licensing and Regulation of Trades and Occupations), Chapter 18 (Wine, Beer, and Liquor), Section 9:10010 (B), regarding the 300 feet distance requirement, so as to allow Zee Quick Mart, LLC, located at 7111 Hooper Road, to apply for an alcohol license. By: Councilwoman Banks-Daniel. Introduce for public hearing on May 25, 2016 3. Amending the 2016 Current Expense Budget for Emergency Medical Services to appropriate $1,400,000 from Fund Balance to provide for intergovernmental transfers to the Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals for the Upper Payment Limit (UPL) Medicaid reimbursement program. By: EMS Director. Introduce for public hearing on May 25, 2016 4. Authorizing the Metropolitan Council to declare Unit 200, Court Plaza Condominium, municipal address 10500 Coursey Boulevard, Unit 200, Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70816 as surplus property and not needed for a public purpose, and authorizing the sale of same pursuant to Louisiana Revised Statute 33:4712 et Seq., unto Investar Bank for the sum of $1,630,000.00, and authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a purchase agreement, cash sale/closing documents, and any and all documents in furtherance of this sale, with the Parish Attorney's Office to prepare, review, and/or approve all such documentation. By: Mayor's Office and Parish Attorney. Introduce for public on June 8, 2016 CONDEMNATIONS: None. B. ADJUDICATED PROPERTY INTRODUCTIONS: None. C. PLANNING AND ZONING INTRODUCTIONS: None. D. OTHER INTRODUCTIONS: 1. Authorizing settlement of the claim of Irell and Lena Shelmire for damages resulting from a sewer back-up in the claimant's home, in the amount of $18,544.64 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 May 25, 2016 2. Authorizing 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 $63,468.00, to continue to offset the cost associated with operating the FINS program for the Department of Juvenile Services for the Period of July 1, 2016 through June 30, 2017. Interim Director of Juvenile Services. Introduce for public hearing on May 25, 2016 3. Authorizing the Mayor-President to publish and to give written notice to all banks in this City and Parish of the intention of the City of Baton Rouge and Parish of East Baton Rouge to select a fiscal agency for the years 2017 through 2021, and to invite banks to respond under the terms and conditions of the notice and request for proposals, all in compliance with the provisions of Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, Title 39. By: Council Administrator-Treasurer. Introduce for public hearing on May 25, 2016 4. Authorizing the Mayor-President to amend a subrecipient contract with HIV/AIDS Alliance for Region 2 for an increase in the amount of $150,000.00 for a total amount not to exceed $599,547.00 under the Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program, for the grant period March 1, 2016 through February 28, 2017 and to amend the subrecipient contract if additional funding becomes available; and authorizing the Director of the DHDS to adjust the subrecipient contract budget and reallocate funding between service providers during the course of the program year to advance the purposes of the Ryan White program; and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By: Director of DHDS. Introduce for public hearing on May 25, 2016
Approving the amended bylaws of the Capital Area Finance Authority. By: Council Administrator/Treasurer.
RECREATION AND PARKS COMMISSION: One appointment to fill the unexpired term of John Taylor who passed away. Term Expires December 31, 2017. Current Ballot: Stanley Bienemy Stephanie Chavis-Guillory D’Adario Conway Sandra Davis Melody Evans William Huffstickler Braylon Hyde Brad Jackson Cody Jackson Frank LaNasa Robert Maxie Derrius Montgomery Anthony Nelson Don Ortega Jason Pierce Althea Spriggs Andrell Ward.
A resolution ordering and calling an election to be held in the Parish of East Baton Rouge, State of Louisiana, on November 8, 2016 for the purpose of authorizing the levy and collection of a 2.25 mills ad valorem tax on all property subject to taxation within the boundaries of the Parish of East Baton Rouge, State of Louisiana, for a period of ten (10) years, commencing with the tax collection for the year 2017, and annually thereafter, to and including the year 2026, for the purpose of providing funds (after paying reasonable and necessary expenses of collecting and administering the tax) to be used entirely and exclusively for the purpose of (i) providing funds to acquire, construct, operate and maintain facilities to serve elderly citizens in the Parish of East Baton Rouge, and to operate and maintain programs, services and activities for elderly citizens in the Parish of East Baton Rouge, in each case to be conducted and administered by the East Baton Rouge Parish Council on the Aging, Inc., or any successor thereto, and (ii) providing funds for the operating budget of the East Baton Rouge Parish Council on the Aging, Inc., or any successor thereto; making application to the Louisiana State Bond Commission; and providing for other matters in connection therewith. By: Councilwoman Collins-Lewis and Councilwoman Wicker.
CONDEMNATIONS: A. Emma Washington, Ernest Mills, and Yvonne Jefferson Mills 10121 Chanadia Avenue, Lot 71 and 72, Mayfair Park East Subdivision. District 12. (This item was deferred from the February 10, 2016 and March 9, 2016 Council Meetings) B. Mary Elizabeth Joseph 203 North 26th Street; Lot 24 Square 1 Lincoln Park Subdivision – Council District 10 (This item was deferred from the April 13, 2016 Council Meeting) C. Raymond Louis Scott 1679 Thomas H. Delpit Drive; Lot 3-B Swart Subdivision – Council District 10 (This item was deferred from the April 13, 2016 and April 27, 2016 Council Meetings) D. Brandon James Pate 235 New Rafe Mayer Road; Lot 4 Shady Acres Subdivision – Council District 2 E. Charles F. Farren, Jr. and The Estate of Florence S. Farren 16625 South Amite Drive; Lot 102 Stevendale Heights Subdivision – Council District 4 F. Debra Vaughn 480 Tuscaloosa Street; Lot 10, Square 5 Georgetown Subdivision – Council District 7 G. Stephanie C. Barrow Beckwith 456 Tuscaloosa Street; Lot 6, Square 5 Georgetown Subdivision – Council District 7 H. Tom Branon, Jr., Barbara Jean Wilson and The Estate of Florence Roach Branon 429 & 431 Tuscaloosa Street; Lot 24, Square 2 Georgetown Subdivision – Council District 7 I. Eddie Smith 6337 Kincaid Avenue; Lot 368 Bird Station Subdivision – Council District 7
Authorizing the appropriation of $12,000,000 of bond proceeds from the 2016A Sewer Revenue Bonds borrowed through the LDEQ State Revolving Loan Fund. These bond proceeds will be used to fund the North Wastewater Treatment Plant Master Plan Project, the Flannery Road/Florida Blvd SSO Rehabilitation Project, Phase2, and bond issuance costs related to the 2016A Sewer Revenue Bonds. (Budget Supplement No. 8449). By: Director of Environmental Services.
Waiving the provisions of Title 9, Chapter 18, Section 1006 of the Code of Ordinances to allow for extended hours of operation for all Class A and R license holders in EBR Parish (with the exception of Baker, Central and Zachary) in conjunction with Bayou Country Superfest, for two hours from 12:00 a.m. until 2:00 a.m. on May 30, 2016. By: Councilman Loupe.
Authorization to appropriate a total of $1,010,000.00 from various Accounts; (1) $500,000 from the Airport's Cash & Investments for Maintenance & Operations - 481.0000000.100005.0000000 to Account No. 482..0985002.647200.8850006 for Terminal Building Renovations , (2) $510,000 from the Airport's Cash & Investments for Discretionary 481.0000000.100006.0000000 for parking garage lighting & HVAC replacement to be placed in Account Nos. 482.0986002.647200.8860050 ($450,000), 481.0920002.647200.0000000 ($20,000) and 481.0920002.647600.0000000 ($40,000) BS # 008492 By: Director of Aviation.
Authorizing the Mayor - President to accept a grant from the Louisiana Commission on Law Enforcement and Administration of Criminal Justice in the amount $25,334.00. The grant program allows the Baton Rouge Police Department the opportunity to participate in the Targeted Violent Criminals program which targets habitual/repeat violent offenders and builds cases to enhance their prosecution and sentencing. This grant is administered by the Capital District Law Enforcement Planning Council. The grant is 100% funded with no required match. By: Chief of Police.
Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute Emergency Solutions Grants program contract with the Louisiana Housing Corporation (LHC) in the amount of approximately $218,079; and authorizing the Mayor-President or Urban Development Director to execute the related community development contracts accordingly. By: Urban Development Director.
Authorizing settlement of the claim of Leroy Kinsey for damages resulting from an auto accident with a DPW employee, in the amount of $15,000.00, which amount shall be paid from the account designated "Insurance - Auto Liability" (012.4630000.644200). *This matter may be discussed in executive session. (Counsel of record is Jay R. Boltin/McKernan Law Firm). By: Parish Attorney.
Authorizing settlement of the claim of Josh and Connie Booker for damages resulting from a sewer back-up in the claimant's home, in the amount of $23,237.68 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.
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Consideration of reappointing or replacing Billy Ray, whose term expires on January 1, 2016, effective January 2, 2016. This is a two (2) year term. Current Ballot: Billy Ray
VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT - ALSEN-ST. IRMA LEE: Consideration of reappointing or replacing Donnie Millican, whose term expires on January 1, 2016, effective January 2, 2016. This is a two (2) year term. Current Ballot: Billy Ray
A. CHANGE ORDERS: 1. Project Title: Pump Station 058 Replacement Project Number: 09-PS-UF-0001 Original Estimated Cost: $14,400,000.00 Purchase Order Number: PO120970 Account Number: 411.7578323.752400.6087353 Council Award Date: May 9, 2012 Contractor: Cajun Constructors, Inc. Change Order Number: Six (6) (Final) (extend contract for 499 days) Change Order Amount: $( 2,971.65) Original Contract Amount: $13,012,000.00 Net Previous Changes: $ 241,415.33 New Contract Amount: $13,250,443.68 Description: Final adjustment of quantities and to closeout the project. Why Required: To facilitate closeout of the project 2. Project Title: Federal Aid Project H010650 / State Project H.010650Sales Tax Street And Road Rehabilitation Program (12-10) OLOL Medical Complex Area Streets East Baton Rouge Parish Project Number: 12-CR-ST-002315 Original Estimated Cost: $1,195,422.95 Purchase Order Number: PO160475 Account Number: 147.7210012.647100.2010215 Council Award Date: October 28, 2015 Contractor: Hard Rock Construction LLC Change Order Number: One (1) (extend contract for 26 additional days) Change Order Amount: $ 131,569.80 (EBR City/Parish obligation is 20% or $26,313.96) Original Contract Amount: $1,587,891.25 (EBR City/Parish obligation is 20% or $317,578.25) Net Previous Changes: -0- New Contract Amount: $1,719,461.05(EBR City/Parish obligation is 20% or $343,892.21) Description: Added Required Items for the Installation of handicap ramps Why Required: Handicap ramp installation are a program requirement for any street being rehabilitated. 3. Project Title: Terminal Building Generator Project Number: H.010854 Original Estimated Cost: $1,577,273.25 Purchase Order Number: PO150415 Account Number: 482.0989002.651900.8490503 ($43,531.00) 482.0989002.652200.8890014 ($8,454.00) Council Award Date" March 2, 2015 Contractor: J & J Electrical & Instrumentation Service Change Order Number: One (1) - Final - Contract extended by 42 days Change Order Amount: $ 51,985.00 Original Contract Amount: $1,489,000.00 Net Previous Changes: $ -0- New Contract Amount: $1,540,985.00 Description: Installation of Terminal Building Generator Why Required: Extend gas pipe & connect to utility company meter, automatic oiling system; tie in boiler, trace the existing damaged circuit serving the rental car garage; replace the inoperative 1200A circuit breaker and correct grounding issue; repair and replace underground circuit to rental garage & liquidated damages. 4. Project Title: Taxiway MARC Extension Project Number: xxx-xxx-xxx Original Estimated Cost: $970,000 Purchase Order Number: PO160400 Account Number: 482.0983002.652310.8830004 Council Award Date: February 25, 2016 Contractor: Hendrick Construction Change Order Number: One (1) Change Order Amount: $ (1,200.00) decrease Original Contract Amount: $ 913,428.00 Net Previous Changes: $ -0- New Contract Amount: $ 912,228.00 Description: Construction of new taxilane for service to the MARC facilities. Why Required: Allowance for 12" water main; additional clearing and debris removal. 5. Project Title: Wildlife Hazard Mitigation Improvements Project Number: A.I.P. 3-22-0006-102-2014 Original Estimated Cost: $1,375,710.00 Purchase Order Number: PO150428 Account Number: 482.0989002.652110.8189002 Council Award Date: January 14, 2015 Contractor: L. King Company, LLC Change Order Number: Two (2) Change Order Amount: $ 9,820.30 (Contract time increase 30 days) Original Contract Amount: $1,482,933.00 Net Previous Changes: $ 276,468.57 New Contract Amount: $1,769,221.87 Description: Enclosure of existing open drainage canals for Wildlife Hazard Mitigation Improvements Why Required: Add fencing for security and 24" piping for drainage for Wildlife Hazard Mitigation Improvements.
FINAL ACCEPTANCES: 1. Pump Station 058 Replacement Project 09-PS-UF-0001 - Account 411.7578323.752400.6087353 Council Award Date: May 9, 2012 Contractor: Cajun Constructors, Inc. Estimated Cost: $14,400,000.00 Contract Amount: $13,012,000.00 Total Change Orders (6): $ 238,443.68 Final Cost: $13,250,443.68 Days Allocated: 1236 Days Used: 1236 Liquidated Damages: None 2. Myrtle Avenue Bike Path Improvements Project 14-SW-DD-0024 - Account 344.1587216.652360.0872713 Council Award Date: April 8, 2015 Contractor: Industrial Enterprises, Inc. Estimated Cost: $103,000.00 Contract Amount: $ 78,389.60 Total Change Orders (1): $ 5,940.74 Final Cost: $ 84,330.34 Days Allocated: 75 Days Used: 43 Liquidated Damages: None 3. Terminal Building Generator - Project SP H.010854 - Account No. 482.0989002.651900.8490503 - Council Award Date: March 2, 2015. Contractor: J & J Electrical & Instrumentation Service, Inc. Estimated Cost: $ 1,577,273.25 Contract Amount: $ 1,489,000.00 Total Change Orders (1): $ 51,985.00 Final Cost: $ 1,540,585.00 Days Allocated: 312 Days Used: 312 Liquidated Damages: (9 days $ 700 a day = $6300.00) * Contractor does not contest liquidated damages.
ACCEPTANCE OF LOW BIDS: *LOCAL **IN STATE 1. Sales Tax Street And Road Rehabilitation Program Project 15-01 Streets In Carrington Place, Woodland Ridge Ave. & S. Harrell's Ferry Rd Project 15-AO-ST-0011 - Account 147.7210012.647100.2011015 ESTIMATE: $675,000.00 *Coastal Bridge Co., LLC $655,615.35 *F. G. Sullivan, Jr. Contractor, LLC $727,815.20 *Barber Brothers Contg. Co., LLC $737,729.75 **R. J. Daigle and Sons Contractors, Inc. $836,460.10 **Barriere Construction Co. $843,864.00 2. Wedgewood Subdivision Entrance (Firewood Drive At O'neal Lane), South Hills Subdivision Entrance (Hyacinth Avenue At Staring Lane & Rickwood Drive At Staring Lane) And O'neal Place Subdivision Entrance (Bristoe Avenue At O'neal Lane) Project 13-CS-HC-0028 ( T.O.'S 3, 4 &5)- Account 339.7260292.652310.5922906 (Wedgewood) 339.7260392.652310.5923906 (South Hills & Staring Ln.) 339.7260292.652310.5922906 (O'Neal Place) ESTIMATE: $70,000.00 **Corporate Green, DBA Green Seasons $96,553.21 (Wedgewood Subdivision: $51,938.42 South Hills & Staring Lane Subdivision: $24,810.27 O'Neal Place Subdivision: $19,804.52) 3. Canoe Bend Lake Pollutant Stabilization (Bayou Manchac Impaired Watershed System Project 15-DR-CI-0007 - Account- 012.7803000.652300.4000000 ESTIMATE: $140,000.00 *Sems, Inc. $205,930.00 **Hamp’s Construction, LLC $349,111.00
Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute an agreement with Cress & Lopresto Architects, LLC, for professional services in connection with the Public Safety Complex - S3 Building Renovation Design, being City-Parish Project No.16-ASD-CP-0996, in an amount not to exceed $19,600.00. (Account 012.7805000.647200.4) By: Interim Director of Buildings and Grounds.
Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a Lease Agreement with New Tropicana Holdings, Inc., d/b/a "Belle of Baton Rouge Casino and Hotel" for a designated and secure storage space within its parking building where the City Parish may store shipping containers and storage crates which will be used in the buildout and breakdown of the bowling facility needed to host the 2017 United States Bowling Congress Women's Open Bowling tournament. The lease term would begin July 1, 2016 and continue for a year - until the breakdown of the tournament facility - at a total cost of $64,000 or $4.26/square foot for the 15,000 square foot of space being leased. By: Mayor's Office - Interim Director of Buildings and Grounds.
Authorizing the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute Supplemental Agreement No. 6 to the Contract for Engineering Services with Evans-Graves Engineers, Inc., w/subconsultant: Louis J. Capozzoli & Associates, Inc. for additional engineering services during construction in connection with the South Boulevard - Saint Joseph Street Sewer Area Upgrades (South Service Area CGN-C-0003) Project No. 08- GS-ST-0018 in a not to exceed amount of $25,000.00(Account No. 411.7578213.752200.6087341) By: Environmental Services Director.
Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute and submit an application to the Capital Regions Planning Commission for a grant in the amount of $60,000 for the equipment used for vehicle detection. This equipment includes counter machines, software, computers and supplies. By: Director of Transportation & Drainage.
H. Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a contract with Duplantis Design Group, PC to provide professional design services for the construction of the BR:River Road Multiuse Path project, being City-Parish Project No. 15-DD-US-0039, State Project No. H.011859, and Federal Aid Project No. H011859 in an amount not to exceed $34,950.00. (Account No. 345.7546035.652200.8080300) By: Director of Transportation and Drainage I. Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a contract with G.E.C., Inc. to provide professional engineering services for the renovation of the Terrace Street Pump Station project, being City-Parish Project No. 16-DR-CI-0003 with approval of first phase services in an amount not to exceed $95,463.18 (Account No. By: Director of Transportation and Drainage J. Authorizing the Mayor President to execute Supplemental Agreement No. 7 to the contract with Neel-Schaffer, Inc., to provide engineering, construction administration, and inspection services in connection with the Baton Rouge Computerized Signal Synchronization System Phases IV and V being, City/Parish Project No. 01-TS-US- 0005, State Project No. H.004077 (formerly 700-17-0172), Federal Aid Project No. CM- 5006(042) in a supplemental amount not to exceed $285,660.00. Funding for this Supplemental Agreement being 80% federal with a required 20% local match. (Account No.341.7548492.652310.0485300) By: Director of Transportation & Drainage.
Authorization for the Mayor-President and/or Chairman of the Airport Commission to execute a Consulting Services Contract with Stein-Lasseigne for Design & Bidding Services for Airport Parking Garage Repairs and Improvements in an amount not to exceed $232,934.00. (Account No.498.0996412.651900.8940013). By: Director of Aviation.
Authorization for the Mayor-President and/or Chairman of the Airport Commission to execute Supplemental Agreement No. 1 with Stanley Consultants for Design & Bidding Services associated with the Taxiway "F" Extension Project in an amount not to exceed $579,233.00. (Account to be assigned). By: Director of Aviation.
M. Authorization for the Mayor-President and/or Chairman of the Airport Commission to execute Supplemental Agreement No. 5 to the Forte & Tablada Contract for Construction Administration Services for the Airfield Drainage - Wildlife Hazard Mitigation Project in an amount not to exceed $18,923.00. (Account No. 482.0989002.652110.5189002 $9,033.37 & 482.0986002.652310.8860049 $9,889.63). By: Director of Aviation. N. Authorization for the Mayor-President and/or Chairman of the Airport Commission to execute Supplemental Agreement No. 6 to the Forte & Tablada Contract for Construction Administration Services for the Airfield Drainage - Northwest Box Culvert in an amount not to exceed $79,287.00. (Account No. 482.0989002.652320.8490505). By: Director of Aviation.
Authorization for the Mayor-President and/or Chairman of the Airport Commission to execute a Memorandum of Understanding between the Greater Baton Rouge Airport District (GBRAD) and Regional Transit Authority (RTA) for the storage of buses in the event of an emergency during the 2016-2017 hurricane season at a rental rate of $250.00 per day or $2,500 per month. By: Director of Aviation.
Authorization for the Mayor-President and/or Chairman of the Airport Commission to execute Amendment No. 1 to the 2016 Professional Services Contract with Venyu Solutions, Inc. in order to increase the contract amount by $1060.50 for a grand total amount not to exceed $41,060.50. By: Director of Aviation.
Discussion of DPW Maintenance Lots. By: Councilman Welch.
Authorizing the Mayor-President on behalf of Baton Rouge City Court to enter into an agreement with Driver's History Information Sales, LLC (DHI) whereby City Court will extract and electronically transmit to DHI final traffic and criminal traffic violation disposition data in a bulk data special format on a monthly basis for a fixed amount of $3,000 per month and provide 3 years of back data of the same kind and format for the period of January 1, 2013 through December 31, 2015 for a fixed one-time fee amount of $5,000. By: Clerk of Court/Judicial Administrator.
A resolution approving the calling of an election by the St. George Fire Protection District No. 2, Parish of East Baton Rouge, State of Louisiana, on November 8, 2016, for the purpose of authorizing the renewal of the levy and collection of a 6.00 mills ad valorem tax on all property subject to taxation within the boundaries of the St. George Fire Protection District No. 2, for a period of ten (10) years, commencing in the year 2018 to and including the year 2027, to provide funds for development, operation and maintenance of the fire protection facilities, equipment and personnel of the St. George Fire Protection District No. 2. By: Bond Counsel.
A resolution approving the calling of an election by the St. George Fire Protection District No. 2, Parish of East Baton Rouge, State of Louisiana, on November 8, 2016, for the purpose of authorizing the renewal of the levy and collection of a 1.50 mills ad valorem tax on all property subject to taxation within the boundaries of the St. George Fire Protection District No. 2, for a period of five (5) years, commencing in the year 2017 to and including the year 2021, to provide funds for capital improvements for the St. George Fire Protection District No. 2. By: Bond Counsel.
Assigning recent annexation to designated City Court Section as required by La. R.S. 13:1952 and directing the Council Administrator Treasurer to forward notice of this assignment to the Senate Committee on Senate and Governmental Affairs and the House Committee on House and Governmental Affairs for approval. By: Council Administrator-Treasurer.
Creating a committee to provide information and recommendations to the Metropolitan Council on Smart City model for Baton Rouge, appointing the members of the committee, and providing for other related matters. By: Councilman Amoroso.
Resolution by the Metropolitan Council establishing a Transportation Technology and Innovation District. By: Office of the Mayor President and Councilman Buddy Amoroso.
Authorizing the Mayor-President, on behalf of the Division of Human Development and Services East Baton Rouge Parish Head Start Program, to authorize ERO Maintenance Inc., to install an Access Control System for all city owned Head Start facilities, with grant funds and capital improvement funds from the Administration for Children and Families, Office of Head Start, in an amount not to exceed 53,195.00; and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By: Director of DHDS.
AA. Rescinding and Directing The Clerk of Court to cancel the Decision and Order recorded on April 4, 2016 at Original 484 Of Bundle 12722 in the matter of "City of Baton Rouge VS. Lenora Malvania Robinson"- Condemnation Proceeding No. 9481 (1430 East Washington Street, Lot 5 Square 18, South Baton Rouge Subdivision). By: Councilwoman Wicker. BB. Rescinding and directing the Clerk of Court to cancel the Decision and Order recorded on October 22, 2015 at original 276 of bundle 12690 in the matter of "city of baton rouge vs. Jonathan R. Young"-Condemnation Proceeding No. 9410 (2551 & 2553 Lobelia Street; Lot 6, Square 8, Standard Heights Subdivision). By: Councilwoman Wicker. CC. Rescinding and directing the Clerk of Court to cancel the Decision and Order recorded on April 21, 2016 at Original 133 Of Bundle 12726 in the matter of "City Of Baton Rouge vs. Moniqua M. Young"- Condemnation Proceeding No. 9493 (958 West Roosevelt Street; Lots 46 & 48, Square 112, South Baton Rouge Subdivision). By: Councilwoman Wicker.
Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a contract with BBRL, Inc., for professional services to provide expert witness reports and testimony in connection with "Racon, Inc. vs City of Baton Rouge and Parish of East Baton Rouge, et al", being Suit No. 635,107, in the 19th Judicial District Court, in an amount not to Exceed $50,000.00. (Account No. 411.7578223.752500.6087347). By: Parish Attorney.
Authorizing payment of the judgment in the matter entitled "Brett Percle vs. the City of Baton Rouge, et al", Case No. 3:14-CV-449-SDD-RLB, on the docket of the United States District Court - Middle District of Louisiana, in the amount of $25,000.00, plus associated costs in the amount of $2,515.26, for a total amount of $27,515.26, which amount shall be paid from the Account designated “Insurance-Police Liability" (012.4630000.644300). * This matter may be discussed in Executive Session. (Counsel of record is Kearney Loughlin Attorney at Law). By: Parish Attorney. 14. ADJOURNMENT: