Presentations and Special Recognitions
PRESENTATIONS AND SPECIAL RECOGNITIONS
CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL INVOCATION PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Adoption and Approval of Minutes
ADOPTION AND APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. 17-00072 The Greater Baton Rouge Airport Commission meeting of January 10, 2017 and the Regular Council meeting of January 11, 2017. By Council Administrator/Treasurer.
INTRODUCTIONS SECTION 2.12 INTRODUCTIONS 2. 17-00061 Authorizing the Mayor-President to accept an additional grant award in the amount of $20,000.00 under the Entergy Program 2016. By JoAnne H. Moreau, Mayor's Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 8, 2017 Cover Letter 3. 17-00084 Authorizing settlement of the claim of Robert and Joy Pearce for damages resulting from a sewer back-up in the claimant’s home, for a total amount of $14,134.92; and appropriating $14,134.92 for such purpose, which amount shall be paid from the account designated "Insurance - General Liability" (012.4630000.644100.0). * This matter may be discussed in executive session. (In Proper Person). By Parish Attorney. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 8, 2017 Supporting Documentation to be hand delivered. Proposed Resolution 4. 17-00085 Authorizing settlement of the matter entitled “Donna Mcgee v. City/Parish of East Baton Rouge, et al”, Suit No. 640,845, on the docket of the 19th Judicial District Court in the amount of $20,000.00, plus court costs in the amount of $916.50, for a total amount of $20,916.50; and appropriating $20,916.50 for such purpose, 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 Christopher W. Deagano with Spencer Calahan Injury Lawyers). By Parish Attorney. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 8, 2017 Supporting Documentation to be hand delivered. Proposed Resolution 5. 17-00086 Authorizing settlement of the matter entitled “Angel Coleman, et al v. City/Parish of East Baton Rouge et al”, Suit No. 642,552, on the docket of the 19th Judicial District Court in the amount of $15,000.00, plus court costs in the amount of $979.97, for a total amount of $15,979.97; and appropriating $15,979.97 for such purpose, 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 Brady Patin with Spencer Calahan Injury Lawyers). By Parish Attorney. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 8, 2017 Supporting Documentation to be hand delivered. Proposed Resolution 6. 17-00087 Authorizing settlement of the matter entitled “Laura Drew, et al v. Michael Mason, et al”, Suit No. 632,742, on the docket of the 19th Judicial District Court in the amount of $30.000.00, plus court costs in the amount of $1,009.00, for a total amount of $31,009.00; and appropriating $31,009.00 for such purpose, 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 Erik M. Tadda with The Tadda Law Firm). By Parish Attorney. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 8, 2017 Supporting Documentation to be hand delivered. Proposed Resolution 7. 17-00088 Authorizing settlement of the claim of Diana Graham for damages resulting from a sewer back-up in the claimant’s home, for a total amount of $15,623.93; and appropriating $15,623.93 for such purpose, which amount shall be paid from the account designated "Insurance - General Liability" (012.4630000.644100.0). * This matter may be discussed in executive session. (In Proper Person). By Parish Attorney. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 8, 2017 Supporting Documentation to be hand delivered. Proposed Resolution 8. 17-00103 Amend the 2017 allotment of positions for the City of Baton Rouge and Parish of East Baton Rouge, adopted by Ordinance #16404, dated 12/13/2016, so as to change the allotment of the Mayor-President’s Office as follows, effective February 9, 2017. MAYOR-PRESIDENT’S OFFICE ADD: (1) Chief Service Officer (Unclassified), jc 310105 & (1) Community Outreach Coordinator (Unclassified), jc 310065 MAYOR-PRESIDENT’S OFFICE/OFFICE OF NEIGHBORHOOD REVITALIZATION DELETE: (1) Chief Service Officer, jc 105565 & (1) Community Outreach Coordinator, jc 105680. By Human Resources Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 8, 2017 Cover Letter CONDEMNATION INTRODUCTIONS 9. 17-00064 Ibrahim Khoder and Gerry Susan Carr Khoder 6485 Renoir Avenue, Lot 514 Melrose East Subdivision - Council District 6 - Collins-Lewis Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 8, 2017 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 10. 17-00065 Ellis Edward Whitehead 5530 Byron Street, Lot 9, Square 12 White Plains Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 8, 2017 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 11. 17-00066 West Chimes Place, LLC 2863 Thomas Delpit Drive, Lot 32, Square 46 South Baton Rouge Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 8, 2017 Picture Picture Picture Inspector's Report 12. 17-00067 Collis B.Temple, Jr. and Soundra T. Johnson 1137 Charles T. Smith Drive, Lot 11-A, Square 3 Young Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 8, 2017 Picture Picture Picture Inspector's Report 13. 17-00068 Mary Simon 1976 Alabama Street, Lot 33, Square 10 South Baton Rouge Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 8, 2017 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 14. 17-00069 Gertie W. Brown and Joseph Brown 2610 & 2612 Georgia Street, Portion of lot 6, Square 52 South Baton Rouge Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 8, 2017 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 15. 17-00070 Andrew Lloyd Gilmore 288 West Grant Street, Lot 24, Square 102 South Baton Rouge Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 8, 2017 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 16. 17-00071 Addie L. Bryant 2828 Illinois Street, Lot B, Square 164 South Baton Rouge Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 8, 2017 Picture Picture Picture Inspector's Report ADJUDICATED PROPERTY INTRODUCTIONS 17. 17-00089 Lot: 15, Square 8 Subdivision: McGrath Heights Applicant: Mathew Laborde Address: Jura Street Metro Council District: 7 - Cole Initial Bid Amount $ 100.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 725.00 Appraised Value: $ 5,000.00 Taxes Due: $ 1,785.58 Bids Received: 2/15/2017 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 22, 2017 18. 17-00090 Lot: E, Square 276 Subdivision: Swart Applicant: Rudy Mann Address: 1238 South 14th Street Metro Council District: 10 - Wicker Initial Bid Amount $ 500.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 500.00 Appraised Value: $ 2,500.00 Taxes Due: $ 3,919.81 Bids Received: 2/15/2017 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 22, 2017 19. 17-00091 Lot: 3, Square 6 Subdivision: North Batonb Rouge Applicant: Now Properties, L.L.C. Address: 8442 Scotland Avenue Metro Council District: 2 - Banks Initial Bid Amount $ 500.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 500.00 Appraised Value: $ 42,500.00 Taxes Due: $ 2,938.60 Bids Received: 2/15/2017 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 22, 2017 20. 17-00092 Lot: 2, Square 6 Subdivision: North Baton Rouge Applicant: Now Properties, L.L.C. Address: 8478 Scotland Avenue Metro Council District: 2 - Banks Initial Bid Amount $ 500.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 500.00 Appraised Value: $ 15,000.00 Taxes Due: $ 4,310.98 Bids Received: 2/15/2017 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 22, 2017 21. 17-00093 Lot: 1, Square 9 Subdivision: East Fairfields Applicant: Patsy Rankins Address: 1866 North Foster Drive Metro Council District: 7 - Cole Initial Bid Amount $ 3,000.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 775.00 Appraised Value: $ 35,000.00 Taxes Due: $ 17,589.52 Bids Received: 2/15/2017 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 22, 2017 22. 17-00094 Lot: 6, Square 54 Subdivision: Istrouma Applicant: Exxon Mobil Corporation Address: Scenic Highway Metro Council District: 10 - Wicker Initial Bid Amount $ 5,000.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 675.00 Appraised Value: $ 30,000.00 Taxes Due: $ 1,370.22 Bids Received: 2/15/2017 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 22, 2017 23. 17-00095 Lot: 7, Square 54 Subdivision: Istrouma Applicant: Exxon Mobil Corporation Address: Scenic Highway Metro Council District: 10 - Wicker Initial Bid Amount $ 5,000.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 500.00 Appraised Value: $ 9,600.00 Taxes Due: $ 1,081.47 Bids Received: 2/15/2017 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 22, 2017 24. 17-00096 Lot: 10+, Square 54 Subdivision: Istrouma Applicant: Exxon Mobil Corporation Address: Pocahontas Metro Council District: 10 - Wicker Initial Bid Amount $ 40,000.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 675.00 Appraised Value: $ 120,000.00 Taxes Due: $ 27,696.23 Bids Received: 2/15/2017 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 22, 2017 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 22, 2017 PLANNING AND ZONING INTRODUCTIONS 25. 17-00074 [PA-1-17] 400-500 UND Harding Boulevard (Southern University Alumni Association) To amend the Comprehensive Land Use Plan from Industrial to University District on property located on the south side of Harding Boulevard (LA HWY 408), south of Southern University, on Tract Y-1-A being a portion of Shada and Riverview Farms Plantation. Section 50, T6S, R1W, GLD, EBRP, LA (Council District 10-Wicker). By Planning Director. PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Recommend approval, based upon a change in condition since the creation of the plan COMMISSION ACTION: Motion to approve carried, 7-0 This item is related to Case 1-17 Staff Report Future Land Use Map Aerial Map Zoning Map 26. 17-00075 [Case 1-17] 400-500 UND Harding Boulevard (Southern University Alumni Association) To zone Heavy Commercial (HC1) property located on the south side of Harding Boulevard (LA HWY 408), south of Southern University, on Tract Y-1-A being a portion of Shada and Riverview Farms Plantation. Section 50, T6S, R1W, GLD, EBRP, LA (Council District 10-Wicker). By Planning Director. PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Staff certifies that the proposed request meets the minimum criteria for a change of zoning, if the Comprehensive Plan Amendment is approved to make it consistent with the Comprehensive Plan, being compatible with surrounding uses, and conforming to Unified Development Code requirements. COMMISSION ACTION: Motion to approve carried, 7-0 This item is related to PA-1-17 Staff Report Zoning Map Aerial Map 27. 17-00076 [TA-1-17] Chapter 7, Nonconformities To revise Chapters 7 and 11 to add restrictions regarding building on contiguous nonconforming lots in Single Family Residential (A1) zoning with common ownership and revises Chapter 11 for consistency. By Planning Director. PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Staff recommends approval in order to better protect the character of existing neighborhoods. COMMISSION ACTION: Motion to defer to February 20 carried, 7-0 Request to defer to February 20 by a citizen Staff Report 28. 17-00077 [Case 67-16] 7949 Jefferson Highway, Suite A To rezone from Light Commercial (C1) to Commercial Alcoholic Beverage - Restaurant (CAB1) on property located on the northeast side of Jefferson Highway, north of Brandon Drive, on a portion of Lot M-1, referred to as the Larimore Tract. Section 83, T7S, R1E, GLD, EBRP, LA (Council District 11-Watson). By Planning Director. PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Staff certifies that the proposed request meets the minimum criteria for a change of zoning, being consistent with the Comprehensive Plan, compatible with surrounding uses, and conforming to Unified Development Code requirements COMMISSION ACTION: Motion to approve carried 7-0 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 15, 2017 Staff Report Zoning Map Aerial Map 29. 17-00078 [Case 68-16] 6031 Siegen Lane, Suite H To rezone from Heavy Commercial (C2) to Commercial Alcoholic Beverage – Restaurant (CAB1) on property located on the southeast quadrant of the intersection of Siegen Lane and Cloverland Avenue, on a portion of Lot 32 of Cloverland Subdivision. Section 67, T7S, R1E, GLD, EBRP, LA (Council District 11-Watson). By Planning Director. PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Staff certifies that the proposed request meets the minimum criteria for a change of zoning, being consistent with the Comprehensive Plan, compatible with surrounding uses, and conforming to Unified Development Code requirements COMMISSION ACTION: Motion to approve carried, 7-0 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 15, 2017 Staff Report Zoning Map Aerial Map 30. 17-00079 [Case 69-16] 9400-9500 UND and 9500-9600 UND Perkins Road To rezone from Off Street Parking and Light Commercial (C1) to Light Commercial (LC2) on property located west of Bluebonnet Boulevard, on the south side of Perkins Road, to the north side of Hyacinth Avenue, on Tract C-1-A-2, C-1-A-3, and a 0.338 Acre Tract, all being a portion of the original Vito Roppolo Property. Sections 59, T8S, R1E, GLD, EBRP, LA (Council District 12-Freiberg). By Planning Director. PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Staff certifies that the proposed request meets the minimum criteria for a change of zoning, being consistent with the Comprehensive Plan, compatible with surrounding uses, and conforming to Unified Development Code requirements COMMISSION ACTION: Motion to approve carried, 7-0 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 15, 2017 31. 17-00080 [Case 70-16] 12841 North Oak Hills Parkway To rezone from Single Family Residential (A1) to Neighborhood Office (NO) on property located at the northwest quadrant of the intersection of Siegen Lane and North Oak Hills Parkway on Lot U-1-A-1 of Oak Hills Park Subdivision, 8th Filing. Section 37, T8S, R1E, GLD, EBRP, LA (Council District 3-Loupe). By Planning Director. PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Staff certifies that the proposed request meets the minimum criteria for a change of zoning, being consistent with the Comprehensive Plan, compatible with surrounding uses, and conforming to Unified Development Code requirements. COMMISSION ACTION: Motion to defer to February 20 carried, 7-0 Request to defer to February 20 by Councilman Loupe Staff Report Zoning Map Aerial Map 32. 17-00081 [Case 71-16] 3627 Perkins Road, Building 2 To rezone from Light Commercial (C1) to Commercial Alcoholic Beverage –Restaurant (CAB1) located on the north side of Perkins Road, at the northeast quadrant of the intersection of Perkins Road and South Acadian Thruway on a portion of Tract A-2-A of the Robert G. Claitor Property of the East Estates Subdivision. Section 94, T7S, R1E, GLD, EBRP, LA. (Council District 12- Freiberg). By Planning Director. PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Staff certifies that the proposed request meets the minimum criteria for a change of zoning, being consistent with the Comprehensive Plan, compatible with surrounding uses, and conforming to Unified Development Code requirements COMMISSION ACTION: Motion to approve carried, 7-0 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 15, 2017 Staff Report Zoning Map Aerial Map 33. 17-00082 [PUD-1-03] Creekstone (aka Towne Center at Cedar Lodge) Concept Plan Revision 2 To revise an existing PUD Concept Plan to allow limited Commercial Alcoholic Beverage - Bars and Lounges (CAB2) use on property located on the south side of Jefferson Highway, to the north of Corporate Boulevard, on Tracts TC-1, TC-2, TC-3-A-1, TC-3-A- 2, TC-3-A-3, TC-3-J, TC-3-K, and TC-3-L-1 of Cedar Lodge Plantation. Section 91, T7S, R1E, GLD, EBRP, LA (Council District 11-Watson). By Planning Director. PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Staff certifies that the proposed request meets the minimum requirements of the UDC for Planning Commission consideration COMMISSION ACTION: Motion to approve carried, 7-0 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 15, 2017 Staff Report Plans Zoning Map Aerial Map OTHER INTRODUCTIONS 34. 17-00060 Authorizing the Parish Attorney's Office to institute expropriation proceedings and/or to take such other actions as may be required in connection with the acquisition of land necessary for the Green Light Plan - Pecue Lane/I-10 Interchange, being Project No. 09-CS-US-0041. By Parish Attorney. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 8, 2017 Legislation Supporting Documentation 35. 17-00101 Authorizing the Mayor-President to amend and accept a grant on behalf of the Division of Human Development and Services/Office of Social Services with the local board of Emergency Food and Shelter Program for emergency shelter funds in the amount of $22,346, for a total not to exceed $44,697 for the period October 1, 2016 to September 30, 2017 and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith at the appropriate time. By Human Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 8, 2017 Cover Letter
CONDEMNATIONS 36. 16-00448 LOUIS E. WENDT 3233 Carlotta Street, North 1/2 of Lot 5, Square 4 Louisiana Terrace Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker This item was deferred from October 26, 2016 Picture Inspector's Report Picture 37. 16-00452 THELMA GAULDEN 1751 North 36th Street, Lot 25, Square 15 Eden Park Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole This item was deferred from October 26, 2016 Picture Inspector's Report Picture 39. 16-00466 LEON JENKINS 9457 Scenic Highway, Lot 16, Square 1 (GARAGE ONLY) Scotland Heights Subdivision - Council District 2 - Banks-Daniel This item was deferred from October 26, 2016 Picture Inspector's Report Picture 40. 16-00623 Tina Bolds Millon 1934 Spanish Town Road, Lot G, Square 30 (House and Rear Shed) Gracie Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker This item was deferred from November 22, 2016 Picture Picture Inspector's Report Picture Picture 41. 16-00627 Louise Thompson 7363 Dan Drive, Lot 138 Greendale Subdivision - Council District 5 - Green This item was deferred from November 22, 2016 Picture Picture Inspector's Report Picture Picture 42. 16-00628 Patricia E. Baranco 991 Maximillian Street, Lot 8, Square 247 Swart Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker This item was deferred from November 22, 2016 Picture Picture Picture Inspector's Report Picture Picture 43. 17-00008 Charley Payne and The Estate of Willie Mae Goings Payne 1717 Kaufman Street; Lot 50, Square 61 Monte Sano Highland Farms Subdivison - Council District 10 - Wicker Picture Picture Inspector's Report 44. 17-00009 The Estate of Perry Miller and The Estate of Lana Sheryl Miller 2507 Winnebago Street (House and Garage); West 1/2 Lots 11 & 12, Sqaure 206; Istrouma Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker Picture Picture Picture Inspector's Report 47. 17-00012 Sally Bradford Howard 1847 Nebraska Street; Lot 12, Square 8; South Baton Rouge Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker Picture Picture Inspector's Report 48. 17-00013 The Estate of Shangrila Carey 7625 Glen Oaks Drive; Lot 38; South Forest Heights Park Subdivision - Council District 5 - Green Picture Picture Inspector's Report 49. 17-00014 Arnold J. Red 1202 Dare Street; Lot 22, Square 2 Hero Park Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker Picture Picture Picture Inspector's Report 50. 17-00015 The Estate of Gertrude Williams Nicholas and The Estate of Wesley L. Nicholas 2462 Fairfields Avenue; Lot 21, Square 3 Fairfields Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole Picture Picture Picture Picture Inspector's Report 51. 17-00016 Lewis North and Pauline Cooper North 4936 Hammond Street; Lot 11, Square 6; White Plains Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole Picture Picture Picture Inspector's Report 52. 17-00017 Theresa Dumas Johnson 5290 Underwood Avenue; Lot 17, Square C; Dougherty Place Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole Picture Picture Inspector's Report 53. 17-00018 Beverly L. Jackson and Henry Jackson, Jr. 755 Terrace Street; Lot A, Square 262; Swart Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker Picture Picture Inspector's Report 54. 17-00019 Nona Mae Dunn Knox and The Estate of Aleter J. Boyer 2052 Kansas Street; Lot 51, Square 9; South Baton Rouge Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker Picture Picture Picture Inspector's Report
PUBLIC HEARING / MEETING 55. 16-00888 Authorizing settlement of the matter entitled "Ernest Taylor v. City of Baton Rouge, et al", Civil Action No. 3:15-CV-00153-BAJ-RLM on the docket of the USDC Middle District Court of Louisiana, in the amount of $50,000.00; and appropriating $50,000.00. for such purpose. * This matter may be discussed in executive session. (Counsel of record is Terrence J. Donahue, Jr., Donahue Law Firm). By Parish Attorney. Supporting Documentation to be hand delivered. Proposed Resolution 56. 17-00003 Authorizing settlement of the claim of Iberia Bank for damages resulting from a sewer back-up in the claimant's business, in the amount of $143,091.43; and appropriating $143,091.43 for such purpose. * This matter may be discussed in executive session. (In Proper Person). By Parish Attorney. Supporting Documentation to be hand delivered. Proposed Resolution Other
57. 17-00004 Authorizing settlement of the claim of Liberty Mutual Fire Insurance Company as subrogee of Felton Brown for damages resulting from an auto accident with a Mosquito Control employee, in the amount of $11,373.95; and appropriating $11,373.95 for such purpose , 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. Supporting Documentation to be hand delivered. Proposed Resolution 58. 17-00005 Authorizing settlement of the matter entitled “Angel Smith, et al v. the City/Parish of East Baton Rouge”, Suit No. 607,732, on the docket of the 19th Judicial District Court- Section 23, consolidated with the matter entitled “Affirmative Insurance Company v. City/Parish of East Baton Rouge”, Suit No. 607,940, on the docket of the 19th Judicial District Court-Section 24 in the amount of $46,330.97, plus court costs in the amount of $564.10, for a total amount of $46,895.07; and appropriating $46,895.07 for such purpose, which amount shall be paid from the account designated "Insurance - Auto Liability" (012.4630000.644200). *This matter may be discussed in Executive Session. (Counsellors of Record - James R. Coxe, III/Coxe & Coxe Attorneys and Maryanna B. Hayes/ Boyer, Hebert, Abels & Angelle). By Parish Attorney. Supporting Documentation to be hand delivered. Proposed Resolution
17-00020 Authorizing the Mayor-President to accept on behalf of the City of Baton Rouge- Parish of East Baton Rouge $1,161,364 in Program Year 2015 Continuum of Care grant funds from the US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and execute contracts with local HUD-designated recipient organizations subject to review and approval of the Grants and Contracts Review Committee and Parish Attorney's Office. By Urban Development Director. Resolution Text Proposed Resolution
60. 17-00048 Authorization to appropriate a total of $1,262,037.00 from various Airport Accounts as follows: $446,836 from Airport Cash & Investment- Discretionary Account (481.0000000.100006.0000000) and $815,201 from Airport Cash & Investments Account – Capital Improvement (481.0000000.100009.0000000) to be placed in account (482.0989002.652230.8890017) to fund the Environmental Assessment & Benefits Cost Analysis Study. By Interim Aviation Director. Cover Letter Proposed Resolution 61. 17-00050 Authorization for the Mayor-President and/or Chairman of the Airport Commission to execute Supplemental Agreement No. 1 to the Professional Services contract with Kutchins & Groh to conduct an Environmental Assessment & Benefit Cost Analysis Study for the Relocation of Plank Road, as part of Phase II of the Airport’s Master Plan Study in an amount not to exceed $1,262,037.00 (Account 482.0989002.652230.8890017- BS# 008514). By Interim Aviation Director. Cover Letter Proposed Resolution
17-00053 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 Keyless Entry System 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 $14,447.91; and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By Human Services Director. Cover Letter Proposed Resolution
17-00054 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 Camera Surveillance System Upgrade 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 $70,872.75; and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By Human Services Director. Cover Letter Proposed Resolution
17-00056 Authorizing the Mayor-President on behalf of the Division of Human Development and Services East Baton Rouge Parish Head Start program, to amend the 2017 budget from $10,041,443 to $10,105,862, with grant funds from the Administration for Children and Families, Office of Head Start; and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By Human Services Director. Cover Letter Proposed Resolution
17-00057 Authorizing the Mayor-President on behalf of the Division of Human Development and Services East Baton Rouge Parish Early Head Start program, to amend the 2017 budget from $1,098,470 to $1,034,051, with grant funds from the Administration for Children and Families, Office of Head Start; and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By Human Services Director. Cover Letter Proposed Resolution
66. 16-00796 Lot: 75-B-2 Subdivision: North Baton Rouge Applicant: Charles Robertson Address: Central Road Metro Council District: 2 - Banks Initial Bid Amount $ 300.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 725.00 Appraised Value: $ 6,500.00 Taxes Due: $ 391.12 Bids Received: 1/25/2017 High Bidder: Charles Robertson - $300.00 Intended Use: Green space 67. 16-00797 Lot: 316 Subdivision: Bird Station Applicant: Tramelle Neldare Address: Osborne Avenue Metro Council District: 7 - Cole Initial Bid Amount $ 300.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 500.00 Appraised Value: $ 2,000.00 Taxes Due: $ 1,809.89 Bids Received: 1/18/2017 High Bidder: Michael Jones - $600.00 Intended Use: Investment 68. 16-00798 Lot: 32, Square 1 Subdivision: Clarksdale Applicant: Clifton Henderson Address: Curtis Street Metro Council District: 2 - Banks Initial Bid Amount $ 3,000.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 725.00 Appraised Value: $ 2,500.00 Taxes Due: $ 1,050.16 Bids Received: 1/18/2017 High Bidder: Clifton Henderson - $3,000.00 Intended Use: Add to my home 69. 16-00799 Lot: 74-I-2 Subdivision: North Baton Rouge Applicant: Charles Robertson Address: Southern Avenue Metro Council District: 2 - Banks Initial Bid Amount $ 300.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 725.00 Appraised Value: $ 7,500.00 Taxes Due: $ 465.04 Bids Received: 1/18/2017 High Bidder: Charles Robertson - $300.00 Intended Use: Green space 70. 16-00800 Lot: 8 (part), Square 2 Subdivision: Fryoux Place Applicant: Marlo A. Anderson Address: North 22nd Street Metro Council District: 7 - Cole Initial Bid Amount $ 100.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 675.00 Appraised Value: $ 3,000.00 Taxes Due: $ 5,767.74 Bids Received: 1/18/2017 High Bidder: Marlo A. Anderson - $1,100.00 Intended Use: Build on
APPOINTMENTS 16-00685 PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION Consideration of reappointing or replacing Tara Wicker, whose term expires on December 31, 2016, effective January 1, 2017. This appointment is for a four (4) year term. (Must be a Councilmember) Current Ballot No information received This item was deferred from November 9, 2016 and January 11, 2017
17-00029 CAPITAL AREA TRANSIT SYSTEM - (CATS) Consideration of reappointing or replacing Kevin O'Gorman, whose term expired on December 31, 2016, effective January 1, 2017. This is a three (3) year term. Current Ballot Coletta Barrett Kahli Cohran Telita Hayes-Colbert Christopher Huddleston Frank LaNasa Kevin O'Gorman (Sent letter requesting reappointment) Ercel Placide This item was deferred from January 11, 2017 Request Kevin O'Gorman
17-00030 CAPITAL AREA TRANSIT SYSTEM - (CATS) Consideration of reappointing or replacing Kenneth Perret, whose term expired on December 31, 2016, effective January 1, 2017. This is a three (3) year term. Current Ballot Coletta Barrett Kahli Cohran Telita Hayes-Colbert Christopher Huddleston Frank LaNasa Kevin O'Gorman (Sent Letter Requesting reappointment) Ercel Placide This item was deferred from January 11, 2017 Request - Kevin O'Gorman
CHANGE ORDERS 17-00100 Airline Highway Pipelines Project - Group B Project Number: 10-GS-MS-007B Original Estimated Cost: $ 16,000,000.00 Purchase Order Number: 151342 Account Number: 443.7578243.752400.6087364 Council Award Date: 11/24/2015 Contractor: Eutaw Construction Co., Inc. Change Order Number: Two Change Order Amount: $ 266,069.04 Original Contract Amount: $ 13,997,420.50 Net Previous Changes: $ (31,321.98) New Contract Amount: $ 14,232,167.56 Description: New bid items required to complete redesign. Why Required: To facilitate change in construction method.
ACCEPTANCE OF LOW BIDS 17-00098 NWWTP Odor Hood Assembly Project: 16-TP-UF-0036 Account: 411.7070433.653160.0000000 Estimate: $200,000.00 *Local **In State **Spinks Construction, Inc. $ 264,000.00 **Volute, Inc. $ 267,700.00
OTHER ITEMS 17-00058 AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR-PRESIDENT ON BEHALF OF THE CITY OF BATON ROUGE AND PARISH OF EAST BATON ROUGE TO INCREASE ANNUAL CONTRACT A16-0799 IN THE AMOUNT OF $186,374.00 FOR THE LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE OF 81 BOULEVARDS AND RIGHT OF WAYS THROUGHOUT EAST BATON ROUGE PARISH BRINGING THE TOTAL CONTRACT AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $1,313,785.00. CONTRACTS AWARDED TO CORPORATE GREEN LLC-DBA GREEN SEASONS, H AND O INVESTMENTS LLC AND ROTOLO CONSULTANTS INC. By Maintenance Director. This item was deferred from January 11, 2017 Cover Letter Proposed Resolution
17-00059 Authorizing the approval of the Notice of Owner of Cancellation and Termination of Contract with Law Industries, LLC and the City of Baton Rouge and/or the Parish of East Baton Rouge, awarded on March 9, 2016 (Resolution 52007), for the Chaneyville Volunteer Fire Station 42 Construction, City-Parish Project No. 15-ASC-CP-0939, and acceptance of all work performed to date, due to unstable soil conditions discovered at the site. By Interim Buildings and Grounds Director. Cover Letter
17-00073 Amending Resolution 52563, Adopted December 14, 2016 in order to correct the change order amount from a credit of ($468,799.00) to a credit of ($468,779.00) for the North Airport Development -Multiplex and Taxiway Mike Project. By Interim Aviation Director. Cover Letter
17-00083 Expressing the intent of the Mayor-President to appropriate the local match requirement, currently estimated at $3,686,000, for the 2017-2018 State Capital Outlay Request for the Old Hammond Highway (LA 426) Roadway Improvements from Boulevard De Province to Millerville Road project, to be provided by Green Light Plan sales tax revenues. By Finance Director. Supporting Documentation
17-00097 Requesting the Planning Commission to study possible amendments to the Unified Development Code provisions to add regulations and criteria to allow outdoor shooting ranges. By Councilman Chandler Loupe. cover memo Proposed Resolution
17-00099 Requesting the Planning Commission to study possible amendments to the Unified Development Code provisions to allow reception halls in Rural zones subject to additional review and approval through a conditional use permit. By Councilman Chandler Loupe. cover memo Proposed Resolution
17-00102 Authorize the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute a contract with Cox Engineering, Inc. to provide Category F services for engineering of the repair or restoration of the electrical and instrumentation at PS 52 in response to the August 2016 flood for a fee not to exceed $40,000.00. By Environmental Services Director. Council Memo
ADJOURNMENT
Jan 25, 2017 Metropolitan Council
Presentations and Special Recognitions
PRESENTATIONS AND SPECIAL RECOGNITIONS
CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL INVOCATION PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Adoption and Approval of Minutes
ADOPTION AND APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. 17-00072 The Greater Baton Rouge Airport Commission meeting of January 10, 2017 and the Regular Council meeting of January 11, 2017. By Council Administrator/Treasurer.
INTRODUCTIONS SECTION 2.12 INTRODUCTIONS 2. 17-00061 Authorizing the Mayor-President to accept an additional grant award in the amount of $20,000.00 under the Entergy Program 2016. By JoAnne H. Moreau, Mayor's Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 8, 2017 Cover Letter 3. 17-00084 Authorizing settlement of the claim of Robert and Joy Pearce for damages resulting from a sewer back-up in the claimant’s home, for a total amount of $14,134.92; and appropriating $14,134.92 for such purpose, which amount shall be paid from the account designated "Insurance - General Liability" (012.4630000.644100.0). * This matter may be discussed in executive session. (In Proper Person). By Parish Attorney. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 8, 2017 Supporting Documentation to be hand delivered. Proposed Resolution 4. 17-00085 Authorizing settlement of the matter entitled “Donna Mcgee v. City/Parish of East Baton Rouge, et al”, Suit No. 640,845, on the docket of the 19th Judicial District Court in the amount of $20,000.00, plus court costs in the amount of $916.50, for a total amount of $20,916.50; and appropriating $20,916.50 for such purpose, 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 Christopher W. Deagano with Spencer Calahan Injury Lawyers). By Parish Attorney. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 8, 2017 Supporting Documentation to be hand delivered. Proposed Resolution 5. 17-00086 Authorizing settlement of the matter entitled “Angel Coleman, et al v. City/Parish of East Baton Rouge et al”, Suit No. 642,552, on the docket of the 19th Judicial District Court in the amount of $15,000.00, plus court costs in the amount of $979.97, for a total amount of $15,979.97; and appropriating $15,979.97 for such purpose, 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 Brady Patin with Spencer Calahan Injury Lawyers). By Parish Attorney. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 8, 2017 Supporting Documentation to be hand delivered. Proposed Resolution 6. 17-00087 Authorizing settlement of the matter entitled “Laura Drew, et al v. Michael Mason, et al”, Suit No. 632,742, on the docket of the 19th Judicial District Court in the amount of $30.000.00, plus court costs in the amount of $1,009.00, for a total amount of $31,009.00; and appropriating $31,009.00 for such purpose, 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 Erik M. Tadda with The Tadda Law Firm). By Parish Attorney. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 8, 2017 Supporting Documentation to be hand delivered. Proposed Resolution 7. 17-00088 Authorizing settlement of the claim of Diana Graham for damages resulting from a sewer back-up in the claimant’s home, for a total amount of $15,623.93; and appropriating $15,623.93 for such purpose, which amount shall be paid from the account designated "Insurance - General Liability" (012.4630000.644100.0). * This matter may be discussed in executive session. (In Proper Person). By Parish Attorney. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 8, 2017 Supporting Documentation to be hand delivered. Proposed Resolution 8. 17-00103 Amend the 2017 allotment of positions for the City of Baton Rouge and Parish of East Baton Rouge, adopted by Ordinance #16404, dated 12/13/2016, so as to change the allotment of the Mayor-President’s Office as follows, effective February 9, 2017. MAYOR-PRESIDENT’S OFFICE ADD: (1) Chief Service Officer (Unclassified), jc 310105 & (1) Community Outreach Coordinator (Unclassified), jc 310065 MAYOR-PRESIDENT’S OFFICE/OFFICE OF NEIGHBORHOOD REVITALIZATION DELETE: (1) Chief Service Officer, jc 105565 & (1) Community Outreach Coordinator, jc 105680. By Human Resources Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 8, 2017 Cover Letter CONDEMNATION INTRODUCTIONS 9. 17-00064 Ibrahim Khoder and Gerry Susan Carr Khoder 6485 Renoir Avenue, Lot 514 Melrose East Subdivision - Council District 6 - Collins-Lewis Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 8, 2017 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 10. 17-00065 Ellis Edward Whitehead 5530 Byron Street, Lot 9, Square 12 White Plains Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 8, 2017 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 11. 17-00066 West Chimes Place, LLC 2863 Thomas Delpit Drive, Lot 32, Square 46 South Baton Rouge Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 8, 2017 Picture Picture Picture Inspector's Report 12. 17-00067 Collis B.Temple, Jr. and Soundra T. Johnson 1137 Charles T. Smith Drive, Lot 11-A, Square 3 Young Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 8, 2017 Picture Picture Picture Inspector's Report 13. 17-00068 Mary Simon 1976 Alabama Street, Lot 33, Square 10 South Baton Rouge Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 8, 2017 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 14. 17-00069 Gertie W. Brown and Joseph Brown 2610 & 2612 Georgia Street, Portion of lot 6, Square 52 South Baton Rouge Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 8, 2017 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 15. 17-00070 Andrew Lloyd Gilmore 288 West Grant Street, Lot 24, Square 102 South Baton Rouge Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 8, 2017 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 16. 17-00071 Addie L. Bryant 2828 Illinois Street, Lot B, Square 164 South Baton Rouge Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 8, 2017 Picture Picture Picture Inspector's Report ADJUDICATED PROPERTY INTRODUCTIONS 17. 17-00089 Lot: 15, Square 8 Subdivision: McGrath Heights Applicant: Mathew Laborde Address: Jura Street Metro Council District: 7 - Cole Initial Bid Amount $ 100.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 725.00 Appraised Value: $ 5,000.00 Taxes Due: $ 1,785.58 Bids Received: 2/15/2017 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 22, 2017 18. 17-00090 Lot: E, Square 276 Subdivision: Swart Applicant: Rudy Mann Address: 1238 South 14th Street Metro Council District: 10 - Wicker Initial Bid Amount $ 500.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 500.00 Appraised Value: $ 2,500.00 Taxes Due: $ 3,919.81 Bids Received: 2/15/2017 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 22, 2017 19. 17-00091 Lot: 3, Square 6 Subdivision: North Batonb Rouge Applicant: Now Properties, L.L.C. Address: 8442 Scotland Avenue Metro Council District: 2 - Banks Initial Bid Amount $ 500.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 500.00 Appraised Value: $ 42,500.00 Taxes Due: $ 2,938.60 Bids Received: 2/15/2017 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 22, 2017 20. 17-00092 Lot: 2, Square 6 Subdivision: North Baton Rouge Applicant: Now Properties, L.L.C. Address: 8478 Scotland Avenue Metro Council District: 2 - Banks Initial Bid Amount $ 500.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 500.00 Appraised Value: $ 15,000.00 Taxes Due: $ 4,310.98 Bids Received: 2/15/2017 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 22, 2017 21. 17-00093 Lot: 1, Square 9 Subdivision: East Fairfields Applicant: Patsy Rankins Address: 1866 North Foster Drive Metro Council District: 7 - Cole Initial Bid Amount $ 3,000.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 775.00 Appraised Value: $ 35,000.00 Taxes Due: $ 17,589.52 Bids Received: 2/15/2017 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 22, 2017 22. 17-00094 Lot: 6, Square 54 Subdivision: Istrouma Applicant: Exxon Mobil Corporation Address: Scenic Highway Metro Council District: 10 - Wicker Initial Bid Amount $ 5,000.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 675.00 Appraised Value: $ 30,000.00 Taxes Due: $ 1,370.22 Bids Received: 2/15/2017 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 22, 2017 23. 17-00095 Lot: 7, Square 54 Subdivision: Istrouma Applicant: Exxon Mobil Corporation Address: Scenic Highway Metro Council District: 10 - Wicker Initial Bid Amount $ 5,000.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 500.00 Appraised Value: $ 9,600.00 Taxes Due: $ 1,081.47 Bids Received: 2/15/2017 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 22, 2017 24. 17-00096 Lot: 10+, Square 54 Subdivision: Istrouma Applicant: Exxon Mobil Corporation Address: Pocahontas Metro Council District: 10 - Wicker Initial Bid Amount $ 40,000.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 675.00 Appraised Value: $ 120,000.00 Taxes Due: $ 27,696.23 Bids Received: 2/15/2017 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 22, 2017 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 22, 2017 PLANNING AND ZONING INTRODUCTIONS 25. 17-00074 [PA-1-17] 400-500 UND Harding Boulevard (Southern University Alumni Association) To amend the Comprehensive Land Use Plan from Industrial to University District on property located on the south side of Harding Boulevard (LA HWY 408), south of Southern University, on Tract Y-1-A being a portion of Shada and Riverview Farms Plantation. Section 50, T6S, R1W, GLD, EBRP, LA (Council District 10-Wicker). By Planning Director. PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Recommend approval, based upon a change in condition since the creation of the plan COMMISSION ACTION: Motion to approve carried, 7-0 This item is related to Case 1-17 Staff Report Future Land Use Map Aerial Map Zoning Map 26. 17-00075 [Case 1-17] 400-500 UND Harding Boulevard (Southern University Alumni Association) To zone Heavy Commercial (HC1) property located on the south side of Harding Boulevard (LA HWY 408), south of Southern University, on Tract Y-1-A being a portion of Shada and Riverview Farms Plantation. Section 50, T6S, R1W, GLD, EBRP, LA (Council District 10-Wicker). By Planning Director. PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Staff certifies that the proposed request meets the minimum criteria for a change of zoning, if the Comprehensive Plan Amendment is approved to make it consistent with the Comprehensive Plan, being compatible with surrounding uses, and conforming to Unified Development Code requirements. COMMISSION ACTION: Motion to approve carried, 7-0 This item is related to PA-1-17 Staff Report Zoning Map Aerial Map 27. 17-00076 [TA-1-17] Chapter 7, Nonconformities To revise Chapters 7 and 11 to add restrictions regarding building on contiguous nonconforming lots in Single Family Residential (A1) zoning with common ownership and revises Chapter 11 for consistency. By Planning Director. PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Staff recommends approval in order to better protect the character of existing neighborhoods. COMMISSION ACTION: Motion to defer to February 20 carried, 7-0 Request to defer to February 20 by a citizen Staff Report 28. 17-00077 [Case 67-16] 7949 Jefferson Highway, Suite A To rezone from Light Commercial (C1) to Commercial Alcoholic Beverage - Restaurant (CAB1) on property located on the northeast side of Jefferson Highway, north of Brandon Drive, on a portion of Lot M-1, referred to as the Larimore Tract. Section 83, T7S, R1E, GLD, EBRP, LA (Council District 11-Watson). By Planning Director. PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Staff certifies that the proposed request meets the minimum criteria for a change of zoning, being consistent with the Comprehensive Plan, compatible with surrounding uses, and conforming to Unified Development Code requirements COMMISSION ACTION: Motion to approve carried 7-0 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 15, 2017 Staff Report Zoning Map Aerial Map 29. 17-00078 [Case 68-16] 6031 Siegen Lane, Suite H To rezone from Heavy Commercial (C2) to Commercial Alcoholic Beverage – Restaurant (CAB1) on property located on the southeast quadrant of the intersection of Siegen Lane and Cloverland Avenue, on a portion of Lot 32 of Cloverland Subdivision. Section 67, T7S, R1E, GLD, EBRP, LA (Council District 11-Watson). By Planning Director. PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Staff certifies that the proposed request meets the minimum criteria for a change of zoning, being consistent with the Comprehensive Plan, compatible with surrounding uses, and conforming to Unified Development Code requirements COMMISSION ACTION: Motion to approve carried, 7-0 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 15, 2017 Staff Report Zoning Map Aerial Map 30. 17-00079 [Case 69-16] 9400-9500 UND and 9500-9600 UND Perkins Road To rezone from Off Street Parking and Light Commercial (C1) to Light Commercial (LC2) on property located west of Bluebonnet Boulevard, on the south side of Perkins Road, to the north side of Hyacinth Avenue, on Tract C-1-A-2, C-1-A-3, and a 0.338 Acre Tract, all being a portion of the original Vito Roppolo Property. Sections 59, T8S, R1E, GLD, EBRP, LA (Council District 12-Freiberg). By Planning Director. PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Staff certifies that the proposed request meets the minimum criteria for a change of zoning, being consistent with the Comprehensive Plan, compatible with surrounding uses, and conforming to Unified Development Code requirements COMMISSION ACTION: Motion to approve carried, 7-0 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 15, 2017 31. 17-00080 [Case 70-16] 12841 North Oak Hills Parkway To rezone from Single Family Residential (A1) to Neighborhood Office (NO) on property located at the northwest quadrant of the intersection of Siegen Lane and North Oak Hills Parkway on Lot U-1-A-1 of Oak Hills Park Subdivision, 8th Filing. Section 37, T8S, R1E, GLD, EBRP, LA (Council District 3-Loupe). By Planning Director. PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Staff certifies that the proposed request meets the minimum criteria for a change of zoning, being consistent with the Comprehensive Plan, compatible with surrounding uses, and conforming to Unified Development Code requirements. COMMISSION ACTION: Motion to defer to February 20 carried, 7-0 Request to defer to February 20 by Councilman Loupe Staff Report Zoning Map Aerial Map 32. 17-00081 [Case 71-16] 3627 Perkins Road, Building 2 To rezone from Light Commercial (C1) to Commercial Alcoholic Beverage –Restaurant (CAB1) located on the north side of Perkins Road, at the northeast quadrant of the intersection of Perkins Road and South Acadian Thruway on a portion of Tract A-2-A of the Robert G. Claitor Property of the East Estates Subdivision. Section 94, T7S, R1E, GLD, EBRP, LA. (Council District 12- Freiberg). By Planning Director. PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Staff certifies that the proposed request meets the minimum criteria for a change of zoning, being consistent with the Comprehensive Plan, compatible with surrounding uses, and conforming to Unified Development Code requirements COMMISSION ACTION: Motion to approve carried, 7-0 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 15, 2017 Staff Report Zoning Map Aerial Map 33. 17-00082 [PUD-1-03] Creekstone (aka Towne Center at Cedar Lodge) Concept Plan Revision 2 To revise an existing PUD Concept Plan to allow limited Commercial Alcoholic Beverage - Bars and Lounges (CAB2) use on property located on the south side of Jefferson Highway, to the north of Corporate Boulevard, on Tracts TC-1, TC-2, TC-3-A-1, TC-3-A- 2, TC-3-A-3, TC-3-J, TC-3-K, and TC-3-L-1 of Cedar Lodge Plantation. Section 91, T7S, R1E, GLD, EBRP, LA (Council District 11-Watson). By Planning Director. PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Staff certifies that the proposed request meets the minimum requirements of the UDC for Planning Commission consideration COMMISSION ACTION: Motion to approve carried, 7-0 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 15, 2017 Staff Report Plans Zoning Map Aerial Map OTHER INTRODUCTIONS 34. 17-00060 Authorizing the Parish Attorney's Office to institute expropriation proceedings and/or to take such other actions as may be required in connection with the acquisition of land necessary for the Green Light Plan - Pecue Lane/I-10 Interchange, being Project No. 09-CS-US-0041. By Parish Attorney. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 8, 2017 Legislation Supporting Documentation 35. 17-00101 Authorizing the Mayor-President to amend and accept a grant on behalf of the Division of Human Development and Services/Office of Social Services with the local board of Emergency Food and Shelter Program for emergency shelter funds in the amount of $22,346, for a total not to exceed $44,697 for the period October 1, 2016 to September 30, 2017 and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith at the appropriate time. By Human Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 8, 2017 Cover Letter
CONDEMNATIONS 36. 16-00448 LOUIS E. WENDT 3233 Carlotta Street, North 1/2 of Lot 5, Square 4 Louisiana Terrace Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker This item was deferred from October 26, 2016 Picture Inspector's Report Picture 37. 16-00452 THELMA GAULDEN 1751 North 36th Street, Lot 25, Square 15 Eden Park Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole This item was deferred from October 26, 2016 Picture Inspector's Report Picture 39. 16-00466 LEON JENKINS 9457 Scenic Highway, Lot 16, Square 1 (GARAGE ONLY) Scotland Heights Subdivision - Council District 2 - Banks-Daniel This item was deferred from October 26, 2016 Picture Inspector's Report Picture 40. 16-00623 Tina Bolds Millon 1934 Spanish Town Road, Lot G, Square 30 (House and Rear Shed) Gracie Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker This item was deferred from November 22, 2016 Picture Picture Inspector's Report Picture Picture 41. 16-00627 Louise Thompson 7363 Dan Drive, Lot 138 Greendale Subdivision - Council District 5 - Green This item was deferred from November 22, 2016 Picture Picture Inspector's Report Picture Picture 42. 16-00628 Patricia E. Baranco 991 Maximillian Street, Lot 8, Square 247 Swart Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker This item was deferred from November 22, 2016 Picture Picture Picture Inspector's Report Picture Picture 43. 17-00008 Charley Payne and The Estate of Willie Mae Goings Payne 1717 Kaufman Street; Lot 50, Square 61 Monte Sano Highland Farms Subdivison - Council District 10 - Wicker Picture Picture Inspector's Report 44. 17-00009 The Estate of Perry Miller and The Estate of Lana Sheryl Miller 2507 Winnebago Street (House and Garage); West 1/2 Lots 11 & 12, Sqaure 206; Istrouma Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker Picture Picture Picture Inspector's Report 47. 17-00012 Sally Bradford Howard 1847 Nebraska Street; Lot 12, Square 8; South Baton Rouge Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker Picture Picture Inspector's Report 48. 17-00013 The Estate of Shangrila Carey 7625 Glen Oaks Drive; Lot 38; South Forest Heights Park Subdivision - Council District 5 - Green Picture Picture Inspector's Report 49. 17-00014 Arnold J. Red 1202 Dare Street; Lot 22, Square 2 Hero Park Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker Picture Picture Picture Inspector's Report 50. 17-00015 The Estate of Gertrude Williams Nicholas and The Estate of Wesley L. Nicholas 2462 Fairfields Avenue; Lot 21, Square 3 Fairfields Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole Picture Picture Picture Picture Inspector's Report 51. 17-00016 Lewis North and Pauline Cooper North 4936 Hammond Street; Lot 11, Square 6; White Plains Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole Picture Picture Picture Inspector's Report 52. 17-00017 Theresa Dumas Johnson 5290 Underwood Avenue; Lot 17, Square C; Dougherty Place Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole Picture Picture Inspector's Report 53. 17-00018 Beverly L. Jackson and Henry Jackson, Jr. 755 Terrace Street; Lot A, Square 262; Swart Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker Picture Picture Inspector's Report 54. 17-00019 Nona Mae Dunn Knox and The Estate of Aleter J. Boyer 2052 Kansas Street; Lot 51, Square 9; South Baton Rouge Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker Picture Picture Picture Inspector's Report
PUBLIC HEARING / MEETING 55. 16-00888 Authorizing settlement of the matter entitled "Ernest Taylor v. City of Baton Rouge, et al", Civil Action No. 3:15-CV-00153-BAJ-RLM on the docket of the USDC Middle District Court of Louisiana, in the amount of $50,000.00; and appropriating $50,000.00. for such purpose. * This matter may be discussed in executive session. (Counsel of record is Terrence J. Donahue, Jr., Donahue Law Firm). By Parish Attorney. Supporting Documentation to be hand delivered. Proposed Resolution 56. 17-00003 Authorizing settlement of the claim of Iberia Bank for damages resulting from a sewer back-up in the claimant's business, in the amount of $143,091.43; and appropriating $143,091.43 for such purpose. * This matter may be discussed in executive session. (In Proper Person). By Parish Attorney. Supporting Documentation to be hand delivered. Proposed Resolution Other
57. 17-00004 Authorizing settlement of the claim of Liberty Mutual Fire Insurance Company as subrogee of Felton Brown for damages resulting from an auto accident with a Mosquito Control employee, in the amount of $11,373.95; and appropriating $11,373.95 for such purpose , 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. Supporting Documentation to be hand delivered. Proposed Resolution 58. 17-00005 Authorizing settlement of the matter entitled “Angel Smith, et al v. the City/Parish of East Baton Rouge”, Suit No. 607,732, on the docket of the 19th Judicial District Court- Section 23, consolidated with the matter entitled “Affirmative Insurance Company v. City/Parish of East Baton Rouge”, Suit No. 607,940, on the docket of the 19th Judicial District Court-Section 24 in the amount of $46,330.97, plus court costs in the amount of $564.10, for a total amount of $46,895.07; and appropriating $46,895.07 for such purpose, which amount shall be paid from the account designated "Insurance - Auto Liability" (012.4630000.644200). *This matter may be discussed in Executive Session. (Counsellors of Record - James R. Coxe, III/Coxe & Coxe Attorneys and Maryanna B. Hayes/ Boyer, Hebert, Abels & Angelle). By Parish Attorney. Supporting Documentation to be hand delivered. Proposed Resolution
17-00020 Authorizing the Mayor-President to accept on behalf of the City of Baton Rouge- Parish of East Baton Rouge $1,161,364 in Program Year 2015 Continuum of Care grant funds from the US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and execute contracts with local HUD-designated recipient organizations subject to review and approval of the Grants and Contracts Review Committee and Parish Attorney's Office. By Urban Development Director. Resolution Text Proposed Resolution
60. 17-00048 Authorization to appropriate a total of $1,262,037.00 from various Airport Accounts as follows: $446,836 from Airport Cash & Investment- Discretionary Account (481.0000000.100006.0000000) and $815,201 from Airport Cash & Investments Account – Capital Improvement (481.0000000.100009.0000000) to be placed in account (482.0989002.652230.8890017) to fund the Environmental Assessment & Benefits Cost Analysis Study. By Interim Aviation Director. Cover Letter Proposed Resolution 61. 17-00050 Authorization for the Mayor-President and/or Chairman of the Airport Commission to execute Supplemental Agreement No. 1 to the Professional Services contract with Kutchins & Groh to conduct an Environmental Assessment & Benefit Cost Analysis Study for the Relocation of Plank Road, as part of Phase II of the Airport’s Master Plan Study in an amount not to exceed $1,262,037.00 (Account 482.0989002.652230.8890017- BS# 008514). By Interim Aviation Director. Cover Letter Proposed Resolution
17-00053 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 Keyless Entry System 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 $14,447.91; and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By Human Services Director. Cover Letter Proposed Resolution
17-00054 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 Camera Surveillance System Upgrade 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 $70,872.75; and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By Human Services Director. Cover Letter Proposed Resolution
17-00056 Authorizing the Mayor-President on behalf of the Division of Human Development and Services East Baton Rouge Parish Head Start program, to amend the 2017 budget from $10,041,443 to $10,105,862, with grant funds from the Administration for Children and Families, Office of Head Start; and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By Human Services Director. Cover Letter Proposed Resolution
17-00057 Authorizing the Mayor-President on behalf of the Division of Human Development and Services East Baton Rouge Parish Early Head Start program, to amend the 2017 budget from $1,098,470 to $1,034,051, with grant funds from the Administration for Children and Families, Office of Head Start; and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By Human Services Director. Cover Letter Proposed Resolution
66. 16-00796 Lot: 75-B-2 Subdivision: North Baton Rouge Applicant: Charles Robertson Address: Central Road Metro Council District: 2 - Banks Initial Bid Amount $ 300.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 725.00 Appraised Value: $ 6,500.00 Taxes Due: $ 391.12 Bids Received: 1/25/2017 High Bidder: Charles Robertson - $300.00 Intended Use: Green space 67. 16-00797 Lot: 316 Subdivision: Bird Station Applicant: Tramelle Neldare Address: Osborne Avenue Metro Council District: 7 - Cole Initial Bid Amount $ 300.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 500.00 Appraised Value: $ 2,000.00 Taxes Due: $ 1,809.89 Bids Received: 1/18/2017 High Bidder: Michael Jones - $600.00 Intended Use: Investment 68. 16-00798 Lot: 32, Square 1 Subdivision: Clarksdale Applicant: Clifton Henderson Address: Curtis Street Metro Council District: 2 - Banks Initial Bid Amount $ 3,000.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 725.00 Appraised Value: $ 2,500.00 Taxes Due: $ 1,050.16 Bids Received: 1/18/2017 High Bidder: Clifton Henderson - $3,000.00 Intended Use: Add to my home 69. 16-00799 Lot: 74-I-2 Subdivision: North Baton Rouge Applicant: Charles Robertson Address: Southern Avenue Metro Council District: 2 - Banks Initial Bid Amount $ 300.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 725.00 Appraised Value: $ 7,500.00 Taxes Due: $ 465.04 Bids Received: 1/18/2017 High Bidder: Charles Robertson - $300.00 Intended Use: Green space 70. 16-00800 Lot: 8 (part), Square 2 Subdivision: Fryoux Place Applicant: Marlo A. Anderson Address: North 22nd Street Metro Council District: 7 - Cole Initial Bid Amount $ 100.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 675.00 Appraised Value: $ 3,000.00 Taxes Due: $ 5,767.74 Bids Received: 1/18/2017 High Bidder: Marlo A. Anderson - $1,100.00 Intended Use: Build on
APPOINTMENTS 16-00685 PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION Consideration of reappointing or replacing Tara Wicker, whose term expires on December 31, 2016, effective January 1, 2017. This appointment is for a four (4) year term. (Must be a Councilmember) Current Ballot No information received This item was deferred from November 9, 2016 and January 11, 2017
17-00029 CAPITAL AREA TRANSIT SYSTEM - (CATS) Consideration of reappointing or replacing Kevin O'Gorman, whose term expired on December 31, 2016, effective January 1, 2017. This is a three (3) year term. Current Ballot Coletta Barrett Kahli Cohran Telita Hayes-Colbert Christopher Huddleston Frank LaNasa Kevin O'Gorman (Sent letter requesting reappointment) Ercel Placide This item was deferred from January 11, 2017 Request Kevin O'Gorman
17-00030 CAPITAL AREA TRANSIT SYSTEM - (CATS) Consideration of reappointing or replacing Kenneth Perret, whose term expired on December 31, 2016, effective January 1, 2017. This is a three (3) year term. Current Ballot Coletta Barrett Kahli Cohran Telita Hayes-Colbert Christopher Huddleston Frank LaNasa Kevin O'Gorman (Sent Letter Requesting reappointment) Ercel Placide This item was deferred from January 11, 2017 Request - Kevin O'Gorman
CHANGE ORDERS 17-00100 Airline Highway Pipelines Project - Group B Project Number: 10-GS-MS-007B Original Estimated Cost: $ 16,000,000.00 Purchase Order Number: 151342 Account Number: 443.7578243.752400.6087364 Council Award Date: 11/24/2015 Contractor: Eutaw Construction Co., Inc. Change Order Number: Two Change Order Amount: $ 266,069.04 Original Contract Amount: $ 13,997,420.50 Net Previous Changes: $ (31,321.98) New Contract Amount: $ 14,232,167.56 Description: New bid items required to complete redesign. Why Required: To facilitate change in construction method.
ACCEPTANCE OF LOW BIDS 17-00098 NWWTP Odor Hood Assembly Project: 16-TP-UF-0036 Account: 411.7070433.653160.0000000 Estimate: $200,000.00 *Local **In State **Spinks Construction, Inc. $ 264,000.00 **Volute, Inc. $ 267,700.00
OTHER ITEMS 17-00058 AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR-PRESIDENT ON BEHALF OF THE CITY OF BATON ROUGE AND PARISH OF EAST BATON ROUGE TO INCREASE ANNUAL CONTRACT A16-0799 IN THE AMOUNT OF $186,374.00 FOR THE LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE OF 81 BOULEVARDS AND RIGHT OF WAYS THROUGHOUT EAST BATON ROUGE PARISH BRINGING THE TOTAL CONTRACT AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $1,313,785.00. CONTRACTS AWARDED TO CORPORATE GREEN LLC-DBA GREEN SEASONS, H AND O INVESTMENTS LLC AND ROTOLO CONSULTANTS INC. By Maintenance Director. This item was deferred from January 11, 2017 Cover Letter Proposed Resolution
17-00059 Authorizing the approval of the Notice of Owner of Cancellation and Termination of Contract with Law Industries, LLC and the City of Baton Rouge and/or the Parish of East Baton Rouge, awarded on March 9, 2016 (Resolution 52007), for the Chaneyville Volunteer Fire Station 42 Construction, City-Parish Project No. 15-ASC-CP-0939, and acceptance of all work performed to date, due to unstable soil conditions discovered at the site. By Interim Buildings and Grounds Director. Cover Letter
17-00073 Amending Resolution 52563, Adopted December 14, 2016 in order to correct the change order amount from a credit of ($468,799.00) to a credit of ($468,779.00) for the North Airport Development -Multiplex and Taxiway Mike Project. By Interim Aviation Director. Cover Letter
17-00083 Expressing the intent of the Mayor-President to appropriate the local match requirement, currently estimated at $3,686,000, for the 2017-2018 State Capital Outlay Request for the Old Hammond Highway (LA 426) Roadway Improvements from Boulevard De Province to Millerville Road project, to be provided by Green Light Plan sales tax revenues. By Finance Director. Supporting Documentation
17-00097 Requesting the Planning Commission to study possible amendments to the Unified Development Code provisions to add regulations and criteria to allow outdoor shooting ranges. By Councilman Chandler Loupe. cover memo Proposed Resolution
17-00099 Requesting the Planning Commission to study possible amendments to the Unified Development Code provisions to allow reception halls in Rural zones subject to additional review and approval through a conditional use permit. By Councilman Chandler Loupe. cover memo Proposed Resolution
17-00102 Authorize the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute a contract with Cox Engineering, Inc. to provide Category F services for engineering of the repair or restoration of the electrical and instrumentation at PS 52 in response to the August 2016 flood for a fee not to exceed $40,000.00. By Environmental Services Director. Council Memo
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