CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL INVOCATION PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE PRESENTATIONS AND SPECIAL RECOGNITIONS
Adoption and Approval of Minutes
ADOPTION AND APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. 17-00205 The Greater Baton Rouge Airport Commission Meeting of February 7, 2017, The Regular Council Meeting of February 8, 2017 and the Regular Council Zoning Meeting of February 15, 2017. By Council Administrator/Treasurer.
SECTION 2.12 INTRODUCTIONS 2. 17-00182 Authorizing the Parish Attorney's office to acquire through purchase, exchange and/or expropriation proceedings and to take such other actions as may be required in connection with the acquisition of land necessary for North Sherwood Forest Drive Improvements (South Choctaw Drive to LA 37), being City-Parish Project No. 01-CS-US-0016, State Project No. H.004578, Federal Aid Project No. STP-8020(025). By Parish Attorney. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on March 8, 2017 Cover Letter 3. 17-00185 To amend the 2017 Current Expense Budget for Emergency Medical Services to appropriate $2,750,000 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 Emergency Medical Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on March 8, 2017 Cover Letter 4. 17-00204 Authorizing settlement of the claim of Rick David for damages resulting from a sewer back-up in the claimant's house, for a total amount of $26,097.41; which amount shall be paid from the account "Insurance - General Liability"(012.4630000.644100).* This matter may be discussed In Executive Session. (In Proper Person). By Parish Attorney. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on March 8, 2017 Supporting Documentation to be hand delivered. 5. 17-00206 Authorizing settlement of the matter entitled “Reginald Bennett v. Anthony Augustine, et al”, Suit No. 645742, on the docket of the 19th Judicial District Court in the amount of $40,000.00, plus court costs in the amount of $301.00, for a total amount of $40,301.00, which amount shall be paid from the account designated "Insurance – Auto Liability" (012.4630000.644200). *This matter may be discussed in Executive Session. (Attorney of Record is Anne Marie Muller-Mccrary with Gordon Mckernan Injury Attorneys). By Parish Attorney. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on March 8, 2017 Supporting Documentation 6. 17-00211 Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute amendment No. 1 to the agreement with Exponent, Inc, for consulting services in connection with S. J. Louis Construction of Texas, Ltd. v. City of Baton Rouge and Parish of East Baton Rouge, No 3:14-CV-00566, United States District Court for the Middle District of Louisiana for additional consulting services, in an amount of $12,500.00, for a total amount not to exceed $30,000.00, contingent upon adequate funding having been provided for such services. By Parish Attorney. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on March 8, 2017 Supporting Documentation 7. 17-00231 Authorizing settlement of the claim of State Farm Mutual Life Insurance Company as subrogee of Dusty Michele Garlington for damages resulting from an automobile accident, in the amount of $11,892.20. Amount shall be paid from the account designated "Insurance – Auto Liability” (012.4630000.644200). *This matter may be discussed in Executive Session. (Represented by: State Farm Mutual Life Insurance Company). By Parish Attorney. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on March 8, 2017 Supporting Documentation 8. 17-00235 Amending the Code of Ordinances of the City of Baton Rouge and Parish of East Baton Rouge to add Section 1:2.1 to Title 1, Chapter 1, Part 1 relative to the introduction of all ordinances and resolutions at least six days prior to public hearing; providing for exceptions in the case of emergencies, change orders, final acceptances, acceptance of law bids, and discussion items and reports that do not require a vote by the Metropolitan Council. By Councilman Trae Welch. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on March 8, 2017 cover memo CONDEMNATION INTRODUCTIONS 9. 17-00172 The Estate of Dorsey Hawkins 814 East Johnson Street; Lot 8, Square 51 South Baton Rouge Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker Introduce for public hearing/meeting on March 8, 2017 10. 17-00173 The Estate of Joshua A. Lloyd, III 1706 Curtis Street; Lot 8-A, Square 2 Airport Subdivision - Council District 2 - Banks Introduce for public hearing/meeting on March 8, 2017 11. 17-00174 The Estate of Lamont J. Turner 326 Brice Street; S. 1/2 of E. 1/2 of Lot 16, Square 324 Magnesiaville Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker Introduce for public hearing/meeting on March 8, 2017 12. 17-00175 The Estate of Ruby V. Carter 3121 Seneca Street; Lot 14 & W 1/2 of Lot 13, Square 11 Baton Rouge Terrace Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole Introduce for public hearing/meeting on March 8, 2017 13. 17-00176 The Estate of Joseph Melvin Dyer 6384 Osborne Avenue; Lot 326 Bird Station Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole Introduce for public hearing/meeting on March 8, 2017 14. 17-00177 The Estate of Albert Harris 735 Muse Street (House and Garage); Lot P, Square 23 North Baton Rouge Subdivision - Council District 2 - Banks Introduce for public hearing/meeting on March 8, 2017 15. 17-00178 The Estate of Clara McCoy Veal and Tower Credit, Inc. 3448 Canonicus Street; Lot B, Square 101 Istrouma Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole Introduce for public hearing/meeting on March 8, 2017 16. 17-00179 Capitol Park Community Development Corporation, Inc. 2028 A & B Kentucky Street; Lot 47, Square 14 South Baton Rouge Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker Introduce for public hearing/meeting on March 8, 2017 17. 17-00181 The Estate of Ernest T. Foster, The Estate of Lionel H. Foster, The Estate of Warren G. Foster, The Estate of Alvin L. Foster, The Estate of Gertrude Foster Fealing & The Estate of Joyce Foster Banks 2346 Edgewood Drive; Lot 7, Square 3 Edgewood Lawn Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole Introduce for public hearing/meeting on March 8, 2017 18. 17-00180 The Estate of Willie J. Reese 3116 Boyd Avenue (House and Rear Shed); Lot 7, Square 5 Richmond Park Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole Introduce for public hearing/meeting on March 8, 2017
CONDEMNATIONS 54. 16-00173 Tom Branon and Barbara J. Wilson 475 Tuscaloosa Street; Lot 18, Square 2 Georgetown Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole This item was deferred from August 24, 2016, September 28, 2016, and November 22, 2016 Picture Inspector's Report Picture Picture 55. 16-00619 The Estate of Harry Dixon 1007 North 47th Street, Lot 47, Square 53 Greenville Extension Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole This item was deferred from November 22, 2016 Picture Picture Inspector's Report Picture Picture 56. 16-00632 The Estate of Ed Harris and The Estate of Lucinda Harris 873 North 38th Street, Lot 38, Square 26 (House and Rear Shed) Eden Park Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole This item was deferred from November 22, 2016 Picture Picture Picture Inspector's Report Picture Picture 57. 17-00122 Albertha Jackson Wright, Beauregard Jackson, Jr., Lucille Jackson Dixon, Wilbert Louis Jackson, Phillip McCoy, Jr., The Estate of Lawrence Jackson, The Estate of James McCoy, The Estate of Myrtle Jackson Clarke, and The Estate of Gloria Dean Bray 17560 Old Scenic Hwy (House and Rear Shed), Lot 2 Knox Place Subdivision - Council District 1 - Welch Picture Picture Inspector's Report 58. 17-00123 Alonzo Knox and Janice Knox 268 Elmer Avenue, Lot P, Square 49 University Place Subdivision - Council District 2 - Banks Picture Picture Inspector's Report Page 14 59. 17-00124 Favored Brothers Investments, LLC 2666 Michelli Drive, Lot 322 Bird Station Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole Picture Inspector's Report Picture 60. 17-00125 The Estate of Albert Miles and The Estate of Carola S. Miles 3407 Anna Street (House, Rear Shed, & Carport), Lot 6, Square 6 Roppolo Villa Addition Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole Picture Picture Inspector's Report 61. 17-00126 The Estate of John Henry Broadway 1650 North 38th Street, Lot 5, Square 18 Eden Park Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole Picture Picture Inspector's Report 62. 17-00127 Melvin Ray Smith Jr. and Janet Ryals Smith 6430 Zachary-Slaughter Hwy. (House and Shed), Lot X-1 Lutschg, Irwin Tract - Council District 1 - Welch Picture Picture Inspector's Report 63. 17-00128 Adeline F. Perkins 1525 Apple Street, Lot 39, Square I Bookertown Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker Picture Picture Inspector's Report 64. 17-00129 Wholesale Homes of Walker, LLC c/o Dale Sterling 1550 Kaufman Street, Lot 11, Square 60 Monte Sano Highland Farms Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker Picture Picture Inspector's Report 65. 17-00130 Wisdom Adikema and Kaprishia Adikema 611 Garfield Street, Lot 75, Square 100 South Baton Rouge Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker Picture Picture Inspector's Report 66. 17-00131 Paul M. Claxton & Margaret B. Wilkinson 2008 Louisiana Avenue, Lot B, Square 15 Fuqua-Lamon Town - Council District 10 - Wicker Picture Picture Inspector's Report
17-00104 Authorizing the Baton Rouge City Court to execute a grant award from Irene W. and C.B. Pennington Foundation for the purpose of operating the Baton Rouge City Court Domestic Violence Court, in the amount of $20,000.00, and further authorizing the Administrative Judge and/or Clerk of Court/Judicial Administrator of Baton Rouge City Court to accept and execute all grant agreements and/or necessary documents in connection therewith at the appropriate time. By Clerk of Court/Judicial Administrator. Legislation Pennington Grant Cover Letter Award Letter from Pennington Foundation Application
17-00105 Authorizing the Mayor-President on behalf of Baton Rouge City Court to enter into a contract renewing the Professional Services Agreement with J.R. “John” Campbell in the amount of $20,000.00 so as to provide services as Domestic Violence Facilitator for the Baton Rouge City Court Domestic Violence Court for the period of January 1, 2017 through December 31, 2017, grant funded by Irene W. and C.B. Pennington Foundation. By Clerk of Court/Judicial Administrator. Legislation Cover Letter - J. Campbell (Pennington Grant Contract) Contract
17-00106 Authorizing the Mayor-President to accept and adopt the East Baton Rouge Parish Hazard Mitigation Plan Update as the official Hazard Mitigation Plan for East Baton Rouge Parish. By JoAnne H. Moreau, Mayor's Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness Director. Cover Letter
17-00136 Authorizing settlement of the matter entitled “Sarah Green Bell v. Matthew Smith, et al”, Suit No. 627,705, on the docket of the 19th Judicial District Court, in the amount of $110,000.00, plus court costs in the amount of $270.00, for a total amount of $110,270.00; and appropriating $110,270.00 for such purpose, *This Matter May Be Discussed In Executive Session. (Attorneys of record are: Gail N. McKay with Gail N. McKay & Associates and Aiden C. Reynolds, Attorney at Law). By Parish Attorney. Supporting Documentation to be hand delivered. Proposed Resolution
17-00137 Authorizing the Mayor-President to amend a subrecipient contract with the Capitol City Family Health Clinic for an increase in the amount of $21,342.00 for a total amount not to exceed $62,042.00 total funding awarded under the Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program Minority AIDS Initiative, 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 Human Services Director. Legislation Cover Letter
17-00138 Authorizing the Mayor-President to amend a subrecipient contract with the Capitol City Family Health Center for an increase in the amount of $44,201.00 for a total amount not to exceed $650,722.00 total funding awarded 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 Human Services Director. Legislation Cover Letter
17-00141 Authorization to appropriate $125,000 from the Airport’s “Cash & Investments for Maintenance & Operations” Account (481.0000000.100005.0000000) to be placed in Account (482.0985002.647200.8850006) for the Airport Terminal Building Bathroom Renovations. By Interim Aviation Director. Cover Letter
17-00151 Authorizing the Mayor-President to amend the contractual agreement with the Board of Supervisors of Louisiana State University and Agricultural and Mechanical College in the amount not to exceed $806,233, an increase of $125,000, to coordinate all research activities for the BRAVE Program under the U.S. Office of Justice Programs Community-Based Violence Prevention and Demonstration Grant; and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By Mayor's Office. Legislation Cover Letter
75. 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 High Bidder: Mathew Laborde $100.00 Intended Use: Clean up neighborhood 76. 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 High Bidder: Rudy Mann $500.00 Intended Use: To live in 77. 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 High Bidder: Now Properties, L.L.C. $26,000.00 Intended Use: Urban Development center 78. 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 High Bidder: Charles E. Robertson, Jr. $49,500.00 Intended Use: Educational/office space, mixed use 79. 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 High Bidder: Patsy Rankins $3,000.00 Intended Use: Business purpose 80. 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 High Bidder: Exxon Mobil Corporation $5,000.00 Intended Use: Plant grass, beautify 81. 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 High Bidder: Exxon Mobil Corporation $5,000.00 Intended Use: Plant grass, beautify 82. 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 High Bidder: Exxon Mobil Corporation $12,000.00 Intended Use: Plant grass, beautify
ADMINISTRATIVE MATTERS
APPOINTMENTS 17-00164 CAPITAL AREA HUMAN SERVICES DISTRICT (CAHSD) Concurring in the names submitted by CAHSD for submission to the Governor to consider for appointment to the CAHSD. The CAHSD has one vacancy and recommends the reappointment of Victoria King whose term is expiring and also submitting the nomination of Frankie Robertson for consideration. (Names are submitted to the Metro-Council from CAHSD to be forwarded to the Governor for appointment). Current Ballot Victoria King Frankie Robertson Cover Letter Letter Application Application
CHANGE ORDERS 17-00165 Maintenance and Monitoring of Fire Alarms and Smoke Detectors at various City Parish Buildings Project Number: A14-0811 Original Estimated Cost: $ 16,850.00 Purchase Order Number: Account Number: 012.7803000.6435500.00000; 012.5010001.643550.0000 Council Award Date: Contractor: SiteSafe Security Change Order Number: Change Order Amount: $ 9,402.00 Original Contract Amount: $ 16,850.00 Net Previous Changes: $ New Contract Amount: $ 26,252.00 Description: Maintenance and monitoring of Fire Alarms and Smoke Detectors at: Jewel Newman Community Center Woman's Correctional Rehab Center Public Safety Facility Governmental Building (City Hall) Juvenile Services Parking Garage Mechanical Building Juvenile Court and Detention Why Required: Original bidder was removed and the contract will go to the next lowest bidder.
FINAL ACCEPTANCES 17-00197 St. Louis Street Plaza Paving Project Number: 16-ASC-CP-1008 Account Number: 012.7803000.647200.4 Council Award Date: 8/24/2016 Contractor: The Luster Group, LLC Estimated Cost: $ 75,000.00 Contract Amount: $ 69,500.00 Total Change Orders: (2): $ 7,052.32 Final Cost: $ 76,552.32 Days Allocated: 60 Days Used: 60 Liquidated Damages: $ None
ACCEPTANCE OF LOW BIDS 17-00234 Sales Tax Street and Road Rehabilitation Program Project (15-11) PCC Partial Depth Patching Project: 16-CP-ST-0029 Account: 147.7210012.647100.2025815 Estimate: $500,000.00 *Local **In State Forby Contracting, Inc. $ 393,750.00 Applied Polymerics, Inc. $ 482,750.00 Acceptance of Low Bids
Cancelling and rescheduling the following 2017 meetings; Cancelling the July 12 and the December 27 Council meetings; and rescheduling the November 22 Council Meeting to Tuesday, November 21 and the December 20 Council Zoning Meeting to Wednesday, December 6; and calling a special meeting for Tuesday, December 12 at 4:00 P.M. for the purpose of consideration of the 2018 Budget and related 2018 budget items. By Council Administrator/Treasurer. Meetings Proposed Resolution
17-00171 Authorizing the Mayor-President to enter into a contract with Environmental Systems Research Institute, Inc. (ESRI) in the amount of $64,665.75. The contract is for renewal of software licensing and maintenance support for technology used to operate the Parishwide Geographic Information System. By Information Services Director. Cover Letter
17-00184 Waiving the provisions of Title 2, Chapter 1, Part II, Section 2:50(a) of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Baton Rouge and Parish of East Baton Rouge to allow CHNA, Inc. to apply for a permit from the Director of Development for the construction within the right-of-way of a parklet on Capital Heights Avenue at Ward's Creek; Further providing that the issuance of a permit for construction of the parklet is subject to the review and and approval of the Director of Development pursuant to Section 2:68 of the Code of Ordinances and compliance with all other applicable ordinances, laws, and regulations of the City of Baton Rouge and Parish of East Baton Rouge. By Councilman Lamont Cole. proposed resolution
17-00198 Authorizing the Mayor-President to renew the Raising Cane’s River Center Rental Waiver Agreement with Visit Baton Rouge and SMG for the period January 1, 2017 through December 31, 2020. By Mayor-President, Visit Baton Rouge, and SMG. Supporting Documentation Contract Letters of Support
17-00135 Rescinding and directing the Clerk of Court to cancel the Decision and Order recorded on December 20, 2016 at Original 593 of Bundle 12780 in the matter of "City of Baton Rouge vs. Titus Randle, Jr. and The Estate of Rene Walker Randle"- Condemnation Proceeding No. 9643 (11641 Sherwood Hollow Court; Lot 32, Sherwood Meadow Subdivision 2nd Filing). By Councilman Buddy Amoroso. This item was deferred from February 8, 2017 Supporting Documentation Proposed Resolution
17-00200 Rescinding and directing the Clerk of Court to cancel the Decision and Order recorded on November 3, 2016 at Original 959 of Bundle 12768 in the matter of "City Of Baton Rouge vs. Raven Turner and Alfred Williams, III"- Condemnation Proceeding No. 9599 (993 Elysian Drive, Lot 240, Mayfair Park Subdivision). By Councilwoman Barbara Freiberg. Supporting Documentation
17-00201 Rescinding and directing the Clerk of Court to cancel the Decision and Order recorded on January 27, 2017 at Original 469 of Bundle 12789 in the matter of "City of Baton Rouge vs. The Estate of Thelma Carter"- Condemnation Proceeding No. 9646 (1487 Oriole Street; A certain lot measuring 40 feet on Eighth Street X 100 feet, being taken from the S ½ Block of 99, North Baton Rouge Subdivision). By Councilwoman Chauna Banks-Daniel. Supporting Documentation
17-00202 Rescinding and cancelling the Decision and Order issued on January 25, 2017, in the matter of "City of Baton Rouge vs. Lewis North and Pauline Cooper North- Condemnation Proceeding No. 9664 (4936 Hammond Street; Lot 11, Square; White Plains Subdivision). By Councilman Lamont Cole. Supporting Documentation
17-00232 Authorize the Mayor-President to execute a contract with C-K Associates, LLC for professional services to conduct monthly inspections and compliance monitoring of gas collection wells associated with the landfill gas collection and control system at the Renewable Energy Center, for an amount not to exceed $32,400.00. (Account No. 461.7060423.643550.0000000). By Environmental Services Director. Council Memo
17-00233 Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute an amendment to the Community Development Block Grant funds under the state Gustav/Ike Disaster Recovery Program to reallocate $1,300,000 for the renovations of the property at 1701 Main Street and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By Mayor's Office. Cover Letter ADJOURNMENT
CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL INVOCATION PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE PRESENTATIONS AND SPECIAL RECOGNITIONS
Adoption and Approval of Minutes
ADOPTION AND APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. 17-00205 The Greater Baton Rouge Airport Commission Meeting of February 7, 2017, The Regular Council Meeting of February 8, 2017 and the Regular Council Zoning Meeting of February 15, 2017. By Council Administrator/Treasurer.
SECTION 2.12 INTRODUCTIONS 2. 17-00182 Authorizing the Parish Attorney's office to acquire through purchase, exchange and/or expropriation proceedings and to take such other actions as may be required in connection with the acquisition of land necessary for North Sherwood Forest Drive Improvements (South Choctaw Drive to LA 37), being City-Parish Project No. 01-CS-US-0016, State Project No. H.004578, Federal Aid Project No. STP-8020(025). By Parish Attorney. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on March 8, 2017 Cover Letter 3. 17-00185 To amend the 2017 Current Expense Budget for Emergency Medical Services to appropriate $2,750,000 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 Emergency Medical Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on March 8, 2017 Cover Letter 4. 17-00204 Authorizing settlement of the claim of Rick David for damages resulting from a sewer back-up in the claimant's house, for a total amount of $26,097.41; which amount shall be paid from the account "Insurance - General Liability"(012.4630000.644100).* This matter may be discussed In Executive Session. (In Proper Person). By Parish Attorney. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on March 8, 2017 Supporting Documentation to be hand delivered. 5. 17-00206 Authorizing settlement of the matter entitled “Reginald Bennett v. Anthony Augustine, et al”, Suit No. 645742, on the docket of the 19th Judicial District Court in the amount of $40,000.00, plus court costs in the amount of $301.00, for a total amount of $40,301.00, which amount shall be paid from the account designated "Insurance – Auto Liability" (012.4630000.644200). *This matter may be discussed in Executive Session. (Attorney of Record is Anne Marie Muller-Mccrary with Gordon Mckernan Injury Attorneys). By Parish Attorney. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on March 8, 2017 Supporting Documentation 6. 17-00211 Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute amendment No. 1 to the agreement with Exponent, Inc, for consulting services in connection with S. J. Louis Construction of Texas, Ltd. v. City of Baton Rouge and Parish of East Baton Rouge, No 3:14-CV-00566, United States District Court for the Middle District of Louisiana for additional consulting services, in an amount of $12,500.00, for a total amount not to exceed $30,000.00, contingent upon adequate funding having been provided for such services. By Parish Attorney. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on March 8, 2017 Supporting Documentation 7. 17-00231 Authorizing settlement of the claim of State Farm Mutual Life Insurance Company as subrogee of Dusty Michele Garlington for damages resulting from an automobile accident, in the amount of $11,892.20. Amount shall be paid from the account designated "Insurance – Auto Liability” (012.4630000.644200). *This matter may be discussed in Executive Session. (Represented by: State Farm Mutual Life Insurance Company). By Parish Attorney. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on March 8, 2017 Supporting Documentation 8. 17-00235 Amending the Code of Ordinances of the City of Baton Rouge and Parish of East Baton Rouge to add Section 1:2.1 to Title 1, Chapter 1, Part 1 relative to the introduction of all ordinances and resolutions at least six days prior to public hearing; providing for exceptions in the case of emergencies, change orders, final acceptances, acceptance of law bids, and discussion items and reports that do not require a vote by the Metropolitan Council. By Councilman Trae Welch. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on March 8, 2017 cover memo CONDEMNATION INTRODUCTIONS 9. 17-00172 The Estate of Dorsey Hawkins 814 East Johnson Street; Lot 8, Square 51 South Baton Rouge Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker Introduce for public hearing/meeting on March 8, 2017 10. 17-00173 The Estate of Joshua A. Lloyd, III 1706 Curtis Street; Lot 8-A, Square 2 Airport Subdivision - Council District 2 - Banks Introduce for public hearing/meeting on March 8, 2017 11. 17-00174 The Estate of Lamont J. Turner 326 Brice Street; S. 1/2 of E. 1/2 of Lot 16, Square 324 Magnesiaville Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker Introduce for public hearing/meeting on March 8, 2017 12. 17-00175 The Estate of Ruby V. Carter 3121 Seneca Street; Lot 14 & W 1/2 of Lot 13, Square 11 Baton Rouge Terrace Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole Introduce for public hearing/meeting on March 8, 2017 13. 17-00176 The Estate of Joseph Melvin Dyer 6384 Osborne Avenue; Lot 326 Bird Station Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole Introduce for public hearing/meeting on March 8, 2017 14. 17-00177 The Estate of Albert Harris 735 Muse Street (House and Garage); Lot P, Square 23 North Baton Rouge Subdivision - Council District 2 - Banks Introduce for public hearing/meeting on March 8, 2017 15. 17-00178 The Estate of Clara McCoy Veal and Tower Credit, Inc. 3448 Canonicus Street; Lot B, Square 101 Istrouma Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole Introduce for public hearing/meeting on March 8, 2017 16. 17-00179 Capitol Park Community Development Corporation, Inc. 2028 A & B Kentucky Street; Lot 47, Square 14 South Baton Rouge Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker Introduce for public hearing/meeting on March 8, 2017 17. 17-00181 The Estate of Ernest T. Foster, The Estate of Lionel H. Foster, The Estate of Warren G. Foster, The Estate of Alvin L. Foster, The Estate of Gertrude Foster Fealing & The Estate of Joyce Foster Banks 2346 Edgewood Drive; Lot 7, Square 3 Edgewood Lawn Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole Introduce for public hearing/meeting on March 8, 2017 18. 17-00180 The Estate of Willie J. Reese 3116 Boyd Avenue (House and Rear Shed); Lot 7, Square 5 Richmond Park Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole Introduce for public hearing/meeting on March 8, 2017
CONDEMNATIONS 54. 16-00173 Tom Branon and Barbara J. Wilson 475 Tuscaloosa Street; Lot 18, Square 2 Georgetown Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole This item was deferred from August 24, 2016, September 28, 2016, and November 22, 2016 Picture Inspector's Report Picture Picture 55. 16-00619 The Estate of Harry Dixon 1007 North 47th Street, Lot 47, Square 53 Greenville Extension Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole This item was deferred from November 22, 2016 Picture Picture Inspector's Report Picture Picture 56. 16-00632 The Estate of Ed Harris and The Estate of Lucinda Harris 873 North 38th Street, Lot 38, Square 26 (House and Rear Shed) Eden Park Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole This item was deferred from November 22, 2016 Picture Picture Picture Inspector's Report Picture Picture 57. 17-00122 Albertha Jackson Wright, Beauregard Jackson, Jr., Lucille Jackson Dixon, Wilbert Louis Jackson, Phillip McCoy, Jr., The Estate of Lawrence Jackson, The Estate of James McCoy, The Estate of Myrtle Jackson Clarke, and The Estate of Gloria Dean Bray 17560 Old Scenic Hwy (House and Rear Shed), Lot 2 Knox Place Subdivision - Council District 1 - Welch Picture Picture Inspector's Report 58. 17-00123 Alonzo Knox and Janice Knox 268 Elmer Avenue, Lot P, Square 49 University Place Subdivision - Council District 2 - Banks Picture Picture Inspector's Report Page 14 59. 17-00124 Favored Brothers Investments, LLC 2666 Michelli Drive, Lot 322 Bird Station Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole Picture Inspector's Report Picture 60. 17-00125 The Estate of Albert Miles and The Estate of Carola S. Miles 3407 Anna Street (House, Rear Shed, & Carport), Lot 6, Square 6 Roppolo Villa Addition Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole Picture Picture Inspector's Report 61. 17-00126 The Estate of John Henry Broadway 1650 North 38th Street, Lot 5, Square 18 Eden Park Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole Picture Picture Inspector's Report 62. 17-00127 Melvin Ray Smith Jr. and Janet Ryals Smith 6430 Zachary-Slaughter Hwy. (House and Shed), Lot X-1 Lutschg, Irwin Tract - Council District 1 - Welch Picture Picture Inspector's Report 63. 17-00128 Adeline F. Perkins 1525 Apple Street, Lot 39, Square I Bookertown Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker Picture Picture Inspector's Report 64. 17-00129 Wholesale Homes of Walker, LLC c/o Dale Sterling 1550 Kaufman Street, Lot 11, Square 60 Monte Sano Highland Farms Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker Picture Picture Inspector's Report 65. 17-00130 Wisdom Adikema and Kaprishia Adikema 611 Garfield Street, Lot 75, Square 100 South Baton Rouge Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker Picture Picture Inspector's Report 66. 17-00131 Paul M. Claxton & Margaret B. Wilkinson 2008 Louisiana Avenue, Lot B, Square 15 Fuqua-Lamon Town - Council District 10 - Wicker Picture Picture Inspector's Report
17-00104 Authorizing the Baton Rouge City Court to execute a grant award from Irene W. and C.B. Pennington Foundation for the purpose of operating the Baton Rouge City Court Domestic Violence Court, in the amount of $20,000.00, and further authorizing the Administrative Judge and/or Clerk of Court/Judicial Administrator of Baton Rouge City Court to accept and execute all grant agreements and/or necessary documents in connection therewith at the appropriate time. By Clerk of Court/Judicial Administrator. Legislation Pennington Grant Cover Letter Award Letter from Pennington Foundation Application
17-00105 Authorizing the Mayor-President on behalf of Baton Rouge City Court to enter into a contract renewing the Professional Services Agreement with J.R. “John” Campbell in the amount of $20,000.00 so as to provide services as Domestic Violence Facilitator for the Baton Rouge City Court Domestic Violence Court for the period of January 1, 2017 through December 31, 2017, grant funded by Irene W. and C.B. Pennington Foundation. By Clerk of Court/Judicial Administrator. Legislation Cover Letter - J. Campbell (Pennington Grant Contract) Contract
17-00106 Authorizing the Mayor-President to accept and adopt the East Baton Rouge Parish Hazard Mitigation Plan Update as the official Hazard Mitigation Plan for East Baton Rouge Parish. By JoAnne H. Moreau, Mayor's Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness Director. Cover Letter
17-00136 Authorizing settlement of the matter entitled “Sarah Green Bell v. Matthew Smith, et al”, Suit No. 627,705, on the docket of the 19th Judicial District Court, in the amount of $110,000.00, plus court costs in the amount of $270.00, for a total amount of $110,270.00; and appropriating $110,270.00 for such purpose, *This Matter May Be Discussed In Executive Session. (Attorneys of record are: Gail N. McKay with Gail N. McKay & Associates and Aiden C. Reynolds, Attorney at Law). By Parish Attorney. Supporting Documentation to be hand delivered. Proposed Resolution
17-00137 Authorizing the Mayor-President to amend a subrecipient contract with the Capitol City Family Health Clinic for an increase in the amount of $21,342.00 for a total amount not to exceed $62,042.00 total funding awarded under the Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program Minority AIDS Initiative, 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 Human Services Director. Legislation Cover Letter
17-00138 Authorizing the Mayor-President to amend a subrecipient contract with the Capitol City Family Health Center for an increase in the amount of $44,201.00 for a total amount not to exceed $650,722.00 total funding awarded 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 Human Services Director. Legislation Cover Letter
17-00141 Authorization to appropriate $125,000 from the Airport’s “Cash & Investments for Maintenance & Operations” Account (481.0000000.100005.0000000) to be placed in Account (482.0985002.647200.8850006) for the Airport Terminal Building Bathroom Renovations. By Interim Aviation Director. Cover Letter
17-00151 Authorizing the Mayor-President to amend the contractual agreement with the Board of Supervisors of Louisiana State University and Agricultural and Mechanical College in the amount not to exceed $806,233, an increase of $125,000, to coordinate all research activities for the BRAVE Program under the U.S. Office of Justice Programs Community-Based Violence Prevention and Demonstration Grant; and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By Mayor's Office. Legislation Cover Letter
75. 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 High Bidder: Mathew Laborde $100.00 Intended Use: Clean up neighborhood 76. 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 High Bidder: Rudy Mann $500.00 Intended Use: To live in 77. 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 High Bidder: Now Properties, L.L.C. $26,000.00 Intended Use: Urban Development center 78. 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 High Bidder: Charles E. Robertson, Jr. $49,500.00 Intended Use: Educational/office space, mixed use 79. 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 High Bidder: Patsy Rankins $3,000.00 Intended Use: Business purpose 80. 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 High Bidder: Exxon Mobil Corporation $5,000.00 Intended Use: Plant grass, beautify 81. 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 High Bidder: Exxon Mobil Corporation $5,000.00 Intended Use: Plant grass, beautify 82. 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 High Bidder: Exxon Mobil Corporation $12,000.00 Intended Use: Plant grass, beautify
ADMINISTRATIVE MATTERS
APPOINTMENTS 17-00164 CAPITAL AREA HUMAN SERVICES DISTRICT (CAHSD) Concurring in the names submitted by CAHSD for submission to the Governor to consider for appointment to the CAHSD. The CAHSD has one vacancy and recommends the reappointment of Victoria King whose term is expiring and also submitting the nomination of Frankie Robertson for consideration. (Names are submitted to the Metro-Council from CAHSD to be forwarded to the Governor for appointment). Current Ballot Victoria King Frankie Robertson Cover Letter Letter Application Application
CHANGE ORDERS 17-00165 Maintenance and Monitoring of Fire Alarms and Smoke Detectors at various City Parish Buildings Project Number: A14-0811 Original Estimated Cost: $ 16,850.00 Purchase Order Number: Account Number: 012.7803000.6435500.00000; 012.5010001.643550.0000 Council Award Date: Contractor: SiteSafe Security Change Order Number: Change Order Amount: $ 9,402.00 Original Contract Amount: $ 16,850.00 Net Previous Changes: $ New Contract Amount: $ 26,252.00 Description: Maintenance and monitoring of Fire Alarms and Smoke Detectors at: Jewel Newman Community Center Woman's Correctional Rehab Center Public Safety Facility Governmental Building (City Hall) Juvenile Services Parking Garage Mechanical Building Juvenile Court and Detention Why Required: Original bidder was removed and the contract will go to the next lowest bidder.
FINAL ACCEPTANCES 17-00197 St. Louis Street Plaza Paving Project Number: 16-ASC-CP-1008 Account Number: 012.7803000.647200.4 Council Award Date: 8/24/2016 Contractor: The Luster Group, LLC Estimated Cost: $ 75,000.00 Contract Amount: $ 69,500.00 Total Change Orders: (2): $ 7,052.32 Final Cost: $ 76,552.32 Days Allocated: 60 Days Used: 60 Liquidated Damages: $ None
ACCEPTANCE OF LOW BIDS 17-00234 Sales Tax Street and Road Rehabilitation Program Project (15-11) PCC Partial Depth Patching Project: 16-CP-ST-0029 Account: 147.7210012.647100.2025815 Estimate: $500,000.00 *Local **In State Forby Contracting, Inc. $ 393,750.00 Applied Polymerics, Inc. $ 482,750.00 Acceptance of Low Bids
Cancelling and rescheduling the following 2017 meetings; Cancelling the July 12 and the December 27 Council meetings; and rescheduling the November 22 Council Meeting to Tuesday, November 21 and the December 20 Council Zoning Meeting to Wednesday, December 6; and calling a special meeting for Tuesday, December 12 at 4:00 P.M. for the purpose of consideration of the 2018 Budget and related 2018 budget items. By Council Administrator/Treasurer. Meetings Proposed Resolution
17-00171 Authorizing the Mayor-President to enter into a contract with Environmental Systems Research Institute, Inc. (ESRI) in the amount of $64,665.75. The contract is for renewal of software licensing and maintenance support for technology used to operate the Parishwide Geographic Information System. By Information Services Director. Cover Letter
17-00184 Waiving the provisions of Title 2, Chapter 1, Part II, Section 2:50(a) of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Baton Rouge and Parish of East Baton Rouge to allow CHNA, Inc. to apply for a permit from the Director of Development for the construction within the right-of-way of a parklet on Capital Heights Avenue at Ward's Creek; Further providing that the issuance of a permit for construction of the parklet is subject to the review and and approval of the Director of Development pursuant to Section 2:68 of the Code of Ordinances and compliance with all other applicable ordinances, laws, and regulations of the City of Baton Rouge and Parish of East Baton Rouge. By Councilman Lamont Cole. proposed resolution
17-00198 Authorizing the Mayor-President to renew the Raising Cane’s River Center Rental Waiver Agreement with Visit Baton Rouge and SMG for the period January 1, 2017 through December 31, 2020. By Mayor-President, Visit Baton Rouge, and SMG. Supporting Documentation Contract Letters of Support
17-00135 Rescinding and directing the Clerk of Court to cancel the Decision and Order recorded on December 20, 2016 at Original 593 of Bundle 12780 in the matter of "City of Baton Rouge vs. Titus Randle, Jr. and The Estate of Rene Walker Randle"- Condemnation Proceeding No. 9643 (11641 Sherwood Hollow Court; Lot 32, Sherwood Meadow Subdivision 2nd Filing). By Councilman Buddy Amoroso. This item was deferred from February 8, 2017 Supporting Documentation Proposed Resolution
17-00200 Rescinding and directing the Clerk of Court to cancel the Decision and Order recorded on November 3, 2016 at Original 959 of Bundle 12768 in the matter of "City Of Baton Rouge vs. Raven Turner and Alfred Williams, III"- Condemnation Proceeding No. 9599 (993 Elysian Drive, Lot 240, Mayfair Park Subdivision). By Councilwoman Barbara Freiberg. Supporting Documentation
17-00201 Rescinding and directing the Clerk of Court to cancel the Decision and Order recorded on January 27, 2017 at Original 469 of Bundle 12789 in the matter of "City of Baton Rouge vs. The Estate of Thelma Carter"- Condemnation Proceeding No. 9646 (1487 Oriole Street; A certain lot measuring 40 feet on Eighth Street X 100 feet, being taken from the S ½ Block of 99, North Baton Rouge Subdivision). By Councilwoman Chauna Banks-Daniel. Supporting Documentation
17-00202 Rescinding and cancelling the Decision and Order issued on January 25, 2017, in the matter of "City of Baton Rouge vs. Lewis North and Pauline Cooper North- Condemnation Proceeding No. 9664 (4936 Hammond Street; Lot 11, Square; White Plains Subdivision). By Councilman Lamont Cole. Supporting Documentation
17-00232 Authorize the Mayor-President to execute a contract with C-K Associates, LLC for professional services to conduct monthly inspections and compliance monitoring of gas collection wells associated with the landfill gas collection and control system at the Renewable Energy Center, for an amount not to exceed $32,400.00. (Account No. 461.7060423.643550.0000000). By Environmental Services Director. Council Memo
17-00233 Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute an amendment to the Community Development Block Grant funds under the state Gustav/Ike Disaster Recovery Program to reallocate $1,300,000 for the renovations of the property at 1701 Main Street and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By Mayor's Office. Cover Letter ADJOURNMENT