Presentations and Special Recognition
PRESENTATIONS AND SPECIAL RECOGNITION
CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL INVOCATION PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Adoption and Approval of Minutes
1. 17-01155 Adoption and approval of minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of August 9, 2017 and the Regular Council Zoning Meeting of August 16, 2017. By Council Administrator/Treasurer.
SECTION 2.12 INTRODUCTIONS 2. 17-01114 Amending Title 14 (Animals), Chapter 5 (Animal Cruelty Prohibited), Section 14:502 (Seizure and Disposition of Animal Cruelly Treated) of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Baton Rouge and Parish of East Baton Rouge to provide for the posting of a bond for the care of animal seized when a person is charged with animal cruelty. By Director Animal Control and Rescue Center. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 proposed ordinance DRAFT 3. 17-01147 Authorizing the Mayor-President to accept a grant award in the amount of $58,870.26 under the Emergency Management Performance Grant (EMPG), FY2017 Program for East Baton Rouge Parish. EMPG is a 100% federally funded grant program through the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). By Kellie McGaha, Mayor's Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness Interim Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Legislation Cover Letter 4. 17-01149 Authorizing the Mayor-President to apply for a nationally competitive Flood Mitigation Assistance (FMA) 2017 Grant Program. Federal funding is available for up to 75% of the eligible activity costs. By Kellie McGaha, Mayor's Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness Interim Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Cover Letter 5. 17-01150 Authorizing the Mayor-President to apply for The Pre-Disaster Mitigation (PDM) 2017 Grant Program. Federal funding is available for up to 75% of the eligible activity costs. By Kellie McGaha, Mayor's Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness Interim Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Cover Letter 6. 17-01159 Authorizing settlement of the matter entitled “April Overman v. City of East Baton Rouge, et al,” Suit No.: 3:13-CV-00614-EWD on the docket of the United States District Court- Middle District of Louisiana, in the amount of $148,944.19; and appropriating $148,944.19 for such purpose. *This matter may be discussed in executive session. (Attorney of record is John-Michael Lawrence). By Parish Attorney. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Legislation 7. 17-01167 Amending the 2017 current expense and capital budgets so as to increase appropriations for the August 2016 flood recovery effort from $65,501,000 to an amount not to exceed $69,501,000. By Finance Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Supporting Documentation 8. 17-01174 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 Office of Community Development as follows, effective September 30, 2017, contingent upon execution of interagency professional service contracts. Office of Community Development General Administration Add: (1) Executive Assistant, jc 108540 Add: (1) Grant Monitor, jc 300600 (uncl) Delete: (1) Senior Administrative Specialist, jc 110630 Compliance and Administration Division - Administrative Services Delete: (1) Senior Program Analyst, jc 105670 Delete: (1) Senior Fiscal Specialist, jc 111130 Compliance and Administration Division - Planning and Reporting Delete: (1) Program Analyst, jc 105668 Delete: (1) Senior Program Analyst, jc 105670 Operations and Management Division – Housing Services Delete: (1) Assistant Urban Development Director, jc 101570 Delete: (4) Carpenter, jc 151215 Delete: (2) Intake Specialist, jc 105672 Delete: (3) Program Specialist, jc 105662 Delete: (1) Senior Program Analyst, jc 105670 Delete: (2) Senior Program Specialist, jc 105665 Delete: (1) Trades Technician, jc 151090 Delete: (1) Tradeswork Supervisor, jc 151130 Operations and Management Division – Program and Project Management Delete: (1) Community Development Division Manager, jc105660 Delete: (3) Program Analyst, jc 105668 Delete: (3) Senior Housing Inspector, jc 107520. By Human Resources Director and Urban Development Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Cover Letter 9. 17-01175 Amend the 2017 pay plan for the classified, unclassified, non-classified and Fire and Police employees of the City of Baton Rouge and Parish of East Baton Rouge, adopted by Ordinance #16403, dated 12/13/2016, so as to make the following changes, effective September 30, 2017, contingent upon execution of interagency professional service contracts. Office of Community Development Add: Grant Monitor (uncl), job code 300600, pay grade 2190 ($35,516-$60,464). By Human Resources Director and Urban Development Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Cover Letter 10. 17-01190 Authorizing the Mayor-President to enter into a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with BenaTerra Resources, LLC for the right to conduct a two year scoping study of the Irene Road Red Mud Lakes Property to determine the economic and financial feasibility of commercially processing the spent bauxite stockpiles, and granting BenaTerra Resources, LLC, the exclusive right to enter into a spent bauxite stockpile processing agreement, on terms and conditions to be determined at the conclusion of the scoping study. By Director of Environmental Services. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Legislation Supporting Documentation CONDEMNATION INTRODUCTIONS 11. 17--1124 Willie J. Arrington 2325 Willow Street; Lot 6+: Lots 6 & 7, Square 3 Lawndale Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 12. 17-01125 Morrise Mason Price Plain 4766 Sherwood Street; Lot 10 PT +: East 1/2 of Lots 10 & 11, Square 12 North Highlands Addition Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 13. 17-01126 David E. Yeates 2119 Alabama Street (House and Rear Shed); Lot 54+: Lots 54 & 56, Square 11 South Baton Rouge Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 14. 17-01127 Susie Ross Lewis 1827 Spanish Town Road; Lot 3 PT, Square 27 Gracie Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 15. 17-01128 Good Deeds, LLC 2714 Wenonah Street; Lots 7 & 8, Square 34; Istrouma Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 16. 17-01129 Corey A. Howard 2271 Tennessee Street; Lot 16, Square 38 South Baton Rouge Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 17. 17-01130 AAK Properties, LLC 12646 Jefferson Highway; Lot 21-A Jeffaire Commercial Park Subdivision - Council District 11 - Watson Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 18. 17-01131 Anthony Leon Gauthier, Betty Gauthier Smith, Alice Gauthier Raby, Brenda Gauthier Ethron, and Raymond Gauthier, Jr. 2547 Barber Street; Lot 52+, Square 17 Pitcher Place Subdivision - Council District 12 - Freiberg Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 19. 17-01133 Anthanette Marie Wallace 7135 Poinsettia Drive (House and Rear Shed); Lot 13 Fairlane Subdivision - Council District 5 - Green Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Picture Picture Picture Inspector's Report 20. 17-01134 Thomas Edison Tonguis and Francis Blanche Territo Tonguis 10566 Red Oak Drive (House, Carport, and Shed); Lot 39 Red Oak Subdivision - Council District 6 - Collins-Lewis Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Picture Picture Picture Inspector's Report 21. 17-01136 Robin Anthony Nesbitt and Michelle Ponds Nesbitt 845 North Foster Drive; Lot B-L Blouin, Phillips & Keener Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 22. 17-01138 The Estate of Arthur L. Kelley 1315 North 35th Street; Lot 41, Square 11 Eden Park Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 23. 17-01139 The Estate of Linda Hawkins Griffin 1575 North 44th Street; Lot 9, Square 24 Greenville Extension Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 24. 17-01140 Aristide Ferrer Sagarra 218 North 25th Street (House and Rear Shed); Lot 8, Square 1 Lincoln Park Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Picture Picture Picture Inspector's Report 25. 17-01141 Willie Hare and Goldie Berry Hare 215 Sonora Street; Lot 7, Square 22 South Baton Rouge Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Picture Picture Picture Inspector's Report 26. 17-01142 Robert Berry, Jr. 2323 Brownlee Street (House, Rear Shed & Garage); Lot P-1, Square 12 Balis Subdivision - Council District 12 - Freiberg Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Picture Picture Picture Inspector's Report 27. 17-01143 Vernon A. Huey & Olivia C. Huey 229 Eddie Robinson Sr. Drive; Portion of Lot 50, Square 1 Bonnecaze Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 28. 17-01144 Samuel D. Davis, Jr., Alvin Davis, Richard Davis, Emma Davis Collins, Rudolph Davis, Lutisher Davis Collins, Robert R. Davis, Thelma Davis Holmes, Juliette Davis Williams, Joyce Davis Green, Mary L. Davis Turner, Julius Davis, Willie Davis, Pearl Davis Gilmore, Ann Davis, Albert Davis, Jr., Marie Richardson Lee, Pearlie Richardson Baldwin, Willie Richardson, Rose Richardson Forward, John Richardson, The Estate of Joyce Davis, and The Estate of Emma Jean R. Shepard Wells Street (House and Rear Shed); Lot 48-A, Sq. 4 Wells Place (Property No. 585211) - Council District 7 - Cole Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Picture Picture Picture Inspector's Report 29. 17-01145 Rosa Lee Clark Stewart 181 Port Hudson-Plains Road; 1.00-Acre Portion of Griffith Plantation on the North Side of Plains-Port Hudson Road, Bound North by Grant D. Thomas, East by Grant D. Thomas, South by Plains-Port Hudson Road, and West by Freddie Dixon. 1952. Less R/W to State. Portion of Griffith Plantation (Property No. 1185632) - Council District 1 - Welch Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 30. 17-01151 Gerald J. Charlet, Jr. 1957 Bahm Street (House and Side Carport); Lot 20 & East ½ of Lot 21 , Square 10 East Fairfields Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Picture Picture Inspector's Report ADJUDICATED PROPERTY INTRODUCTIONS 31. 17-01160 Lot: Subdivision: Applicant: Address: Metro Council District: Initial Bid Amount Advanced costs required (certified funds): Appraised Value: Taxes Due: Bids Received: 3, Part Alphonse Robinson Tract Dewanna R. Trask Robinson Road 1 - Welch $ 3,000.00 $ 730.00 $ 137,000.00 $ 2,266.77 (Adjudicated for 2003 taxes) 9/20/2017 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 27 32. 17-01162 Lot: Subdivision: Applicant: Address: Metro Council District: Initial Bid Amount Advanced costs required (certified funds): Appraised Value: Taxes Due: Bids Received: 22+, Square 28 Zion City Anna M. Etuk Ford Street 5 - Green $ 200.00 $ 1,340.00 $ 6,000.00 $ 1,684.96 (Adjudicated for 1996 taxes) 9/20/2017 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 27 PLANNING AND ZONING INTRODUCTIONS 33. 17-01093 PA-16-17 14122 Jefferson Highway To amend the Comprehensive Land Use Plan from Residential Neighborhood (RN) to Commercial (C) on property located on the south side of Jefferson Highway, between Dale and Briarplace Drive, on Lot C of Daleview Subdivision, First Filing. Section 5, T8S, R2E, GLD, EBRP, LA (Council District 9 - Hudson) PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Recommend approval, based upon an examination of the area in a greater level of detail than performed at the creation of the plan and compatibility with adjacent land use This case is related to 68-17. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 20, 2017 Application Staff Report 34. 17-01094 Case 68-17 14122 Jefferson Highway To rezone from Limited Residential (A3.1) to Light Commercial (LC2) on property located on the south side of Jefferson Highway, between Dale and Briarplace Drive, on Lot C of Daleview Subdivision, First Filing. Section 5, T8S, R2E, GLD, EBRP, LA (Council District 9 - Hudson) PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Staff certifies that the proposed request meets the criteria for a change of zoning if the companion comprehensive plan amendment is approved, being compatible with surrounding uses, and conforming to UDC requirements This case is related to PA-16-17 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 20, 2017 Application Staff Report 35. 17-01095 Case 58-17 BFC Plaza Subdivision To rezone from Rural (R) to Heavy Commercial (HC1) on property located to the northeast side of Jefferson Highway, west of Sherwood Forest Boulevard, on Lot 1. Section 58, T7S, R2E, GLD, EBRP, LA (Council District 8 - Amoroso) PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Staff certifies that the proposed request meets the criteria for a change of zoning being compatible with surrounding uses and conforming to UDC requirements The Planning Commission is initiating rezoning on this commercial subdivision created prior to 1994 as directed by Metro Council. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 20, 2017 Staff Report 36. 17-01096 Case 59-17 Coursey Commercial Park To rezone from Rural (R) to Heavy Commercial (HC1) on property located to the north and south side of Coursey Boulevard, east of Legacy Court, on Tracts 1-A, 1-B, 2-A-1, 2-A-2, 2-A-3, 3-B-1-A, 3-B-1-B-1, 3-B-1-B-2, 3-B-1-C, 3-B-1-D, 4-A, 4-B-1, C-1-A, and C-2-B. Section 57, T7S, R2E, GLD, EBRP, LA (Council District 8 - Amoroso) PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Staff certifies that the proposed request meets the criteria for a change of zoning being compatible with surrounding uses and conforming to UDC requirements The Planning Commission is initiating rezoning on this commercial subdivision created prior to 1994 as directed by Metro Council. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 20, 2017 Staff Report 37. 17-01097 Case 60-17 Lake Sherwood Commercial Complex To rezone from Rural (R) to Heavy Commercial (HC1) on property located to the east side of Sherwood Forest Boulevard, south of Weiner Creek. Section 51, T7S, R2E, GLD, EBRP, LA (Council District 8 - Amoroso) PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Staff certifies that the proposed request meets the criteria for a change of zoning being compatible with surrounding uses and conforming to UDC requirements Staff certifies that the proposed request meets the criteria for a change of zoning being compatible with surrounding uses and conforming to UDC requirements Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 20, 2017 Staff Report 38. 17-01098 Case 61-17 Shenandoah Business Park, (3650 O’Neal Lane) To rezone from Rural (R) to Limited Residential (A3.1) on property located on the west side of O’Neal Lane, south of King Bradford Drive, known as Tract E. Section 53, T7S, R2E, GLD, EBRP, LA (Council District 8 - Amoroso) PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Staff certifies that the proposed request meets the criteria for a change of zoning being compatible with surrounding uses and conforming to UDC requirements The Planning Commission is initiating rezoning on this commercial subdivision created prior to 1994 as directed by Metro Council. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 20, 2017 Staff Report 39. 17-01099 Case 62-17 Shenandoah Business Park, (O’Neal Lane at George O’Neal Road) To rezone from from Rural (R) to Light Commercial (LC2) on property located at the northwest quadrant of the intersection of O’Neal Lane and George O’Neal Road, known as Tracts B-1-A-1, B-1-A-2, B-1-A-3, and B-1-B-1. Section 53, T7S, R2E, GLD, EBRP, LA (Council District 8 - Amoroso) PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Staff certifies that the proposed request meets the criteria for a change of zoning being compatible with surrounding uses and conforming to UDC requirements The Planning Commission is initiating rezoning on this commercial subdivision created prior to 1994 as directed by Metro Council. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 20, 2017 Staff Report 40. 17-01100 Case 63-17 Sherwood Forest Office Park; First, Second and Third Filings To rezone from Rural (R) to Light Commercial (LC1) on property located on the east side of Sherwood Forest Boulevard, between of Jacks Bayou and Wentling Avenue. Sections 50 and 58, T7S, R2E, GLD, EBRP, LA (Council District 8 - Amoroso) PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Staff certifies that the proposed request meets the criteria for a change of zoning being compatible with surrounding uses and conforming to UDC requirements The Planning Commission is initiating rezoning on this commercial subdivision created prior to 1994 as directed by Metro Council. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 20, 2017 Staff Report 41. 17-01101 Case 64-17 11271 Tams Drive To rezone from Single Family Residential (A1) to Neighborhood Commercial (NC) on property located on the west side of North Sherwood Forest Drive, at the southwest quadrant of the intersection of Tams Drive and North Sherwood Forest Drive, on Lot 169, Red Oak, 4th Filing. Section 1, T7S, R1E, GLD, EBRP, LA (Council District 6 - Collins-Lewis) 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 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 20, 2017 Application Staff Report 42. 17-01102 Case 65-17 2834 Greenwood Drive To rezone from Light Industrial (M1) to Commercial Alcoholic Beverage (Restaurant) (CAB1) on property located to the south side of Greenwood Drive, north east of the Perkins Road overpass, on a portion of Lot 17, 18, 19 of Hundred Oaks Park. Section 67, T7S, R1W, GLD, EBRP, LA (Council District 12 - Freiberg) PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Staff certifies that the proposed request is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan, and compatible with surrounding uses; although the request does not conform to Unified Development Code requirements, it will reduce the extent of the nonconformity Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 20, 2017 Application Staff Report 43. 17-01103 Case 66-17 6401 Bluebonnet Boulevard #2011 To rezone from Heavy Commercial (C2) to Commercial Alcoholic Beverage (Restaurant) (CAB1) on property located to the north of Mall of Louisiana Boulevard, on a portion of Tract ML-1 of the Mall of Louisiana, Phase I and II. Section 58, T7S, R1E, GLD, EBRP, LA (Council District 11 - Watson) 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 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 20, 2017 Application Staff Report 44. 17-01104 Case 67-17 6650 Cedar Grove Drive To rezone from Single Family Residential (A2) to Rural (R) on property located on the east side of Cedar Grove Drive, between Sumrall Drive and Glen Oaks Drive, on a portion of a Lot called GLEN OAKS ELEM & JUNIOR HIGH. Section 96, T6S, R1E, GLD, EBRP, LA (Council District 5 - Green) 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 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 20, 2017 Application Staff Report 45. 17-01105 Case 69-17 6571 Bluebonnet Boulevard To rezone from Heavy Commercial (C2) to Commercial Alcoholic Beverage (Restaurant) (CAB1) on property located on the east side of Bluebonnet Boulevard, south of Picardy Avenue, on a portion of Tract 5-A of the Mall of Louisiana, Phase I and II. Section 57, T7S, R1E, GLD, EBRP, LA (Council District 11 - Watson) 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 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 20, 2017 Application Staff Report 46. 17-01106 Case 70-17 18111 Highland Market Drive To rezone from Heavy Commercial (C2) to Commercial Alcoholic Beverage (Restaurant) (CAB1) on property located to the east side of Highland Road, north of Perkins Road East, on a portion of Tract Y-1-B of the former Leon R. Kleinpeter Tract. Section 55, T8S, R2E, GLD, EBRP, LA (Council District 9 - Hudson) 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 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 20, 2017 Application Staff Report 47. 17-01107 Case 71-17 12602 Coursey Boulevard To rezone from Neighborhood Office (NO) to Neighborhood Commercial (NC) on property located on the south side of Coursey Boulevard, at the southeast quadrant of the intersection of Tartan Drive and Coursey Boulevard, on Lot 149 of Sherwood Oaks Subdivision, 2nd Filing. Section 57, T7S, R2E, GLD, EBRP, LA (Council District 8 -Amoroso) Request to defer to September 18 by Councilman Amoroso Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 20, 2017 Application 48. 17-01108 RV-4-17 Slate Street Revocation of a 60 foot right-of-way located between North 29th Street and North 30th Street. Section 45, T7S, R1W, GLD, EBRP, LA (Council District 7 - Cole) PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Staff certifies that the proposed request meets the minimum requirements of the UDC for Planning Commission consideration, provided the applicant dedicates a utility servitude the width of the existing right-of-way and provides a recorded map indicating the revoked right-of-way Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 20, 2017 Application Staff Report Plans 49. 17-01111 SNC-2-17 Burrell Road to Huggins Road A proposed street name change for Burrell Road, located to the north of Jackson Road and east of Reames Road. Section 20, T4S, R2E, GLD, EBRP, LA (Council District 1 -Welch) Request to defer to September 18 by the applicant Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 20, 2017 Application 50. 17-01112 SNC-3-17 Thomas Augustin Way to Goodleaf Way A proposed street name change for Thomas Augustin Way, located to the north of Adelia Court and Goodwood Avenue, and east of Louis Babin Lane. Section 82, T7S, R1E, GLD, EBRP, LA (Council District 11 - Watson) PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Staff Commission certifies that consideration the proposed request meets the minimum requirements of the UDC for Planning Commission consideration Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 20, 2017 Application Staff Report 51. 17-01113 SNC-4-17 Anna Bullion Way to Goodridge Way A proposed street name change for Anna Bullion Way, located to the north of Adelia Court and Goodwood Avenue, and south of Louis Babin Lane. Section 82, T7S, R1E, GLD, EBRP, LA (Council District 11 - Watson) PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Staff Commission certifies that consideration the proposed request meets the minimum requirements of the UDC for Planning Commission consideration Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 20, 2017 Application Staff Report 52. 17-01168 RV-8-17 Santa Maria, 5th Filing Revocation A request to revoke a portion of a 15 foot GSU servitude, located between Southern Hills Avenue and Ward Creek, on Lot 402 of Santa Maria, 5th Filing (Council District 9 - Hudson) PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Planning Staff certifies that the proposed request meets the minimum requirements of the UDC COMMISSION ACTION: No hearing before the Planning Commission required, per UDC Section 4.13.D Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 20, 2017 LONO from Dept of Development Exhibit Zoning Map Aerial Map 53. 17-01169 RV-9-17 Englewood Revocation A request to revoke a portion of a five foot servitude, located northeast of the intersection of Englewood Drive and Highland Road, on Lot 1-B-1-B-1 of Englewood Subdivision (Council District 3 - Loupe) PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Planning Staff certifies that the proposed request meets the minimum requirements of the UDC COMMISSION ACTION: No hearing before the Planning Commission required, per UDC Section 4.13.D Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 20, 2017 Zoning Map Aerial Map LONO from Dept of Development Exhibit 54. 17-01172 RV-10-17 Lake Estates at Oak Hills Revocation A request to revoke a portion of a 30 foot drainage servitude, located southwest of West Lake Estates Avenue, on Lot 5-A of the Lake Estates at Oak Hills Subdivision (Council District 3 - Loupe) PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Planning Staff certifies that the proposed request meets the minimum requirements of the UDC COMMISSION ACTION: No hearing before the Planning Commission required, per UDC Section 4.13.D Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 20, 2017 LONO from Dept of Development Exhibit Zoning Map Aerial Map 55. 17-01173 RV-11-17 Lakeside Subdivision A request to revoke a portion of a 25 foot drainage servitude, located east of the intersection of Shady Lake Parkway and High Lake Drive, on Lot 25-B of Lakeside Subdivision (Council District 3 - Loupe) PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Planning Staff certifies that the proposed request meets the minimum requirements of the UDC COMMISSION ACTION: No hearing before the Planning Commission required, per UDC Section 4.13.D Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 20, 2017 Exhibit LONO from Dept of Development Zoning Map Aerial Map OTHER INTRODUCTIONS 56. 17-01092 Rescinding and directing the Clerk of Court to cancel the Decision and Order recorded on July 3, 2017 at Original 862 of Bundle 12823 in the matter of "City of Baton Rouge vs. Ibrahim Khoder and Gerry Susan Carr Khoder” - Condemnation Proceeding No. 9744 (6485 Renoir Avenue; Lot 514; Melrose East Subdivision). By Councilwoman Donna Collins-Lewis. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Legislation Supporting Documentation 57. 17-01109 Rescinding and directing the Clerk of Court to cancel the Decision and Order recorded on December 6, 2016 at Original 951 of Bundle 12776 in the matter of "City of Baton Rouge vs. The Estate of Alex Carter” - Condemnation Proceeding No. 9631 (235 New Rafe Mayer Road; Lot 4, Square 32, Shady Acres Subdivision). By Councilwoman Chauna Banks. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Legislation Supporting Documentation 58. 17-01110 Rescinding and directing the Clerk of Court to cancel the Decision and Order recorded on December 6, 2016 at Original 948 of Bundle 12776 in the matter of "City of Baton Rouge vs. Aslee Smith, Estalla Smith Woods and The Estate of Samuel Smith, Jr.” -Condemnation Proceeding No. 9628 (820 Scenic Hwy; Lot 3 and 4, Square 39, Gracie Subdivision). By Councilwoman Tara Wicker. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Legislation Supporting Documentation 59. 17-01123 Rescinding and directing the Clerk of Court to cancel the Decision and Order recorded on September 29, 2015 at Original 279 of Bundle 12685 in the matter of "City of Baton Rouge vs. Paul Brown, Robert Brown, Jr., Troy Brown & Ruby O’Conner” -Condemnation Proceeding No. 9402 (1591 Utah Street & Rear Shed; Lots 12 & 13, Square 2, Butler Place Subdivision). By Parish Attorney. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Legislation Supporting Documentation 60. 17-01152 Authorizing settlement of the claim of Donna Roman for damages resulting from a sewer back-up in the claimant’s home, for a total amount of $14,410.18 which amount shall be paid from the account designated "Insurance –General Liability" (012.4630000.644100). * This matter may be discussed in executive session. (In Proper Person). By Parish Attorney. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Legislation Supporting Documentation to be hand delivered. 61. 17-01153 Authorizing settlement of the claim of the Estate of Cheney Joseph for damages resulting from an automobile accident, in the amount of $11,840.06. 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 Mary Terrell Joseph-McGlinchey Stafford). By Parish Attorney. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Legislation Supporting Documentation to be hand delivered. 62. 17-01154 Authorizing settlement of the claim of Equian o/b/o Safe Auto Insurance Company as Subrogee of Luevaller Jenkins for damages resulting from an automobile accident, in the amount of $15,212.20. Amount shall be paid from the account designated "Insurance – Auto Liability” (012.4630000.644200). *This matter may be discussed in executive session. (Represented by Equian o/b/o Safe Auto Insurance Company). By Parish Attorney. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Legislation Supporting Documentation to be hand delivered. 63. 17-01157 Authorizing the Mayor-President to 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 $21,876 for the period October 1, 2017 to September 30, 2018 and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith at the appropriate time. By Human Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Cover Letter 64. 17-01161 Authorizing the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute Supplemental Agreement No. 4 to the contract with Compliance EnviroSystems, LLC (CES) for professional services in connection with Annual Parishwide Sewer Cleaning and Physical Inspection Services (General Retainer Contract) being Project No. 15-PI-MS-0041 to continue providing O&M support services for the first one year renewal period for an amount not to exceed $250,000.00. (Account No. 410.7070713.647660.0000000). By Environmental Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Council Memo 65. 17-01176 Authorizing the Mayor President through the Department of Transportation and Drainage to submit a System Preservation Project to the Capital Region Metropolitan Planning Organization (CRMPO) for consideration of federal funding assistance under the Federal Fiscal Year (FFY) 2020, 2021, and 2022 "Call for Surface Transportation Block Grant Program (STBG) Project Funds for Urban Areas Greater than 200,000 Population (STBG>200K)," in connection with the GLP project Nicholson Drive Segment 1. With the commitment that the estimated 30%+ local cost share required for the estimated $21,200,000 total project cost which will be available through the 1/2 Cents Sales Tax Transportation and Street Improvements Program- Green Light Plan. By Transportation and Drainage Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Council Memo and Backup Documents 66. 17-01177 Authorizing the Mayor-President to enter into a contract with York Risk Services to provide full-service comprehensive Liability Claims Management program as a Third-Party Administrator (TPA) for the City of Baton Rouge, Parish of East Baton Rouge, Louisiana employees beginning October 1, 2017. By Parish Attorney. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Supporting Documentation 67. 17-01179 Authorizing the Mayor President through the Department of Transportation and Drainage to submit a System Preservation Project to the Capital Region Metropolitan Planning Organization (CRMPO) for consideration of federal funding assistance under the Federal Fiscal Year (FFY) 2020, 2021, and 2022 "Call for Surface Transportation Block Grant Program (STBG) Project Funds for Urban Areas Greater than 200,000 Population (STBG>200K)," in connection with the GLP project Perkins Rd Segment 1. With the commitment that the estimated 30%+ local cost share required for the estimated $26,500,000 total project cost which will be available through the 1/2 Cents Sales Tax Transportation and Street Improvements Program- Green Light Plan. By Transportation and Drainage Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Council Memo and Backup Documents 68. 17-01180 Amending Resolution 51645 so as to add Councilwoman Barbara Freiberg to the Body Camera Study Committee. By Councilman Amoroso & Councilwoman Wicker. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 proposed resolution 69. 17-01181 Authorizing the Mayor President through the Department of Transportation and Drainage to submit a System Preservation Project to the Capital Region Metropolitan Planning Organization (CRMPO) for consideration of federal funding assistance under the Federal Fiscal Year (FFY) 2020, 2021, and 2022 "Call for Surface Transportation Block Grant Program (STBG) Project Funds for Urban Areas Greater than 200,000 Population (STBG>200K)," in connection with the GLP project Old Hammond Hwy Seg 2. With the commitment that the estimated 30%+ local cost share required for the estimated $19,000,000 total project cost which will be available through the 1/2 Cents Sales Tax Transportation and Street Improvements Program- Green Light Plan. By Transportation and Drainage Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Council Memo and Backup Documents 70. 17-01182 Authorization for the Mayor-President and/or Chairman of the Airport Commission to execute Supplemental Agreement No. 1 to the Forte and Tablada, Inc. Contract for Design and Construction Administration Services for the North General Aviation Development Project in an amount not to exceed $113,808 (Account #482.0989002.652310.8490506). By Interim Aviation Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Cover Letter 71. 17-01184 Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute Articles of Agreement with AT &T Louisiana for modification to their utility facility on Green Light Plan Project Glen Oaks Drive (Plank Road to McClelland Drive) C-P Project No. 12-CS-HC-0047, for a maximum compensation of $46,781.57. ( Account No. 339.7260542.652310.5925712). By Transportation and Drainage Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Council Memo and Backup Documents 72. 17-01185 Authorizing the Mayor President through the Department of Transportation and Drainage to submit a System Preservation Project to the Capital Region Metropolitan Planning Organization (CRMPO) for consideration of federal funding assistance under the Federal Fiscal Year (FFY) 2020, 2021, and 2022 "Call for Surface Transportation Block Grant Program (STBG) Project Funds for Urban Areas Greater than 200,000 Population (STBG>200K)," in connection with the Dijon Extension Project Phase 2. With the commitment that the local cost share required for the estimated $7,5000,000 total project cost will be met through in-kind rights-of-way donations. By Transportation and Drainage Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Council Memo and Backup Documents 73. 17-01186 Authorizing the Mayor-President, on behalf of the Office of Community Development, to enter into a contract for grant management services and related activities with the East Baton Rouge Redevelopment Authority for Community Planning and Development grant programs of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, in an amount not to exceed $550,000.00. By Mayor-President. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Supporting Documentation 74. 17-01187 Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a contract with ECM Consulting, Inc. to provide professional engineering services for the Port Hudson Pride Road at Copper Mill Bayou Bridge Replacement project, being City-Parish Project No. l 6-BR-US-0020 in an amount not to exceed $139,232.68. (Account No. 145. 7545002.652330.5304613). By Transportation and Drainage Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Council Memo and Backup Documents 75. 17-01191 Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a grant agreement with the Corporation for National and Community Services to participate in the AmeriCorps VISTA program that will provide eight fellows to help lead and coordinate the effort to strengthen communities in underserved, impoverished areas. The total grant budget is $228,196. The local matching requirement will be met through in-kind services of $57,000 ,and cash match of $27,124. By Office of the Mayor-President. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Council Memo 76. 17-01192 Authorize the Mayor-President to execute a grant agreement with the National Association of Police Athletic/Activities Leagues, Inc. to participate in the National PAL Mentoring Initiative that will implement youth mentoring programs that strengthen and expand mentoring services to at-risk/high-risk youth populations and youth with enlisted parents. The total grant budget is $36,000. By Office of the Mayor-President. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Council Memo 77. 17-01198 Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a supplemental agreement No.1 for Professional Services with RCL Architecture, LLC in connection with the new facility construction for the EBRP Mosquito Abatement and Rodent Control District 1. The amount of the Professional Services Contract will not exceed $32,205, and the contract will be extended for three (3) months (Account No. 336.7520314.651300.598314). By Mosquito and Rodent Control Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Supplement Agreement-RCL Architecture, LLC Supplement Agreement-RCL Architecture, LLC 78. 17-01199 Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a supplemental agreement no. 1 for Professional Services with Beard International Services & Technologies, LLC in connection with the new facility construction for the EBRP Mosquito Abatement and Rodent Control District. The amount of the Professional Services Contract will not exceed $104,700, and the contract will be extended to March 31, 2018 (Account No. 336.7520314.651300.598314). By Mosquito and Rodent Control Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Cover Letter Beard International Services & Technologies Beard International Services & Technologies
CONDEMNATIONS 79. 17-00633 James R. Davis, Jr. and Annie H. Davis 6524 Buttonwood Drive, Lot 119 North Merrydale - Council District 5 - Green This item was deferred from May 24, 2017 Picture Picture Inspector's Report Picture Picture 80. 17-00635 Emil Rafael Duchene 2789 Morning Glory Avenue (House, Rear Shed & Abandoned Vehicle), Lot 7-A-1, Square 1 Belle Pointe Subdivision - Council District 12 - Freiberg This item was deferred from May 24, 2017 Picture Picture Inspector's Report Picture Picture 81. 17-01060 Bonnie Nobu Bourg and Troy Daniel Becker 1062 Sparrow Street; Lot 16, Sq. 10, Scotland Heights Subdivision - Council District 2 Picture Picture Inspector's Report Banks 82. 17-01061 TAMS, INC. 3522 Fairwoods Drive; Lot 30 Fairwoods Subdivision - Council District 7 Picture Picture Inspector's Report Cole 83. 17-01062 Bertha McCoy 6137 St. Katherine Ave; Lot 394 (House and rear shed) Brookstown Place Sudivision - Council District 5 - Green Picture Picture Inspector's Report 84. 17-01063 Annie Collins Spencer 1162 North 38th Street; Lot 8, Sq. 22 Eden Park Subdivision - Council District 7 Picture Picture Inspector's Report Cole 85. 17-01064 The Estate of Mary Early Winding 828 Eddie Robinson Sr. Drive (House & Rear Shed); N ½ of Lot 38, Sq. 240 Favrot Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker Picture Picture Inspector's Report 86. 17-01065 The Estate of Louisa Mae Antwine Scott 990 Bayberry Avenue; Lot 296 Park Vista Subdivision - Council District 2 - Banks Picture Picture Inspector's Report
17-01043 Authorizing the Mayor-President to accept a grant from the Louisiana Highway Safety Commission in the amount of $675,024.00. This grant program allows the Baton Rouge Police Department the opportunity to participate in overtime programs targeting impaired driving, speed enforcement, occupant protection, and underage drinking, along with obtaining law enforcement equipment. This grant is 100% state funded with no matching funds. By Police Chief. Legislation Cover Letter
17-01047 Authorizing the Mayor-President on behalf of Baton Rouge City Court to execute a grant award from Louisiana Commission on Law Enforcement for the purpose of providing advocacy within the operation of the Baton Rouge City Court Domestic Violence Court, in the amount of $14,400.00, 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 Cover Letter - Victim Advocate Application Award Letter Grant Budget
17-01048 Authorizing the Mayor-President on behalf of Baton Rouge City Court to execute a grant award from Louisiana Commission on Law Enforcement for the purpose of operating the Baton Rouge City Court Domestic Violence Court, in the amount of $47,200.00, 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 Cover Letter - BIP Application Grant Budget Award Letter
17-01049 Authorizing the Mayor-President on behalf of Baton Rouge City Court to enter into a Professional Services Agreement with LaJuan Brown Delmore in the amount of $55,800.00 so as to provide services as Domestic Violence BIP Interventionist for the Baton Rouge City Court Domestic Violence Court for the period of January 1, 2017 through December 31, 2017, grant funded by Louisiana Commission on Law Enforcement and cash match. By Clerk of Court/Judicial Administrator. Legislation Cover Letter - L. Delmore Contract - L. Delmore
17-01050 Authorizing the Mayor-President on behalf of Baton Rouge City Court to enter into a Professional Services Agreement with J.R. “John” Campbell in the amount of $15,000.00 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 Louisiana Commission on Law Enforcement and cash match. By Clerk of Court/Judicial Administrator. Legislation Contract - J. Campbell Contract - J. Campbell
17-01045 Appointing Ashley Beck as Council Administrator-Treasurer effective November 25, 2017 at Step 8 of pay range 2370. By Councilmembers Banks and Watson. Legislation resolution
17-00864 A resolution appointing a representative of the Parish of East Baton Rouge and City of Baton Rouge to the board of directors of the Louisiana Local Government Environmental Facilities and Community Development Authority. By Bond Counsel. This item was deferred from July 26, 2017 LCDA appointment
17-00865 A resolution appointing a representative of the East Baton Rouge Sewerage Commission to the board of directors of the Louisiana Local Government Environmental Facilities and Community Development Authority. By Bond Counsel. This item was deferred from July 26, 2017 LCDA
95. 17-01054 Rescinding and cancelling the Decision and Order issued on July 26, 2017, in the matter of "City of Baton Rouge v. Stanley Dixon, Sr. and Darius Dixon - Condemnation Proceeding No. 9750 (10310 Elm Grove Garden Drive; Lot L, Square 8; Elm Grove Garden Farms Subdivision). By Councilwoman Chauna Banks. Legislation Supporting Documentation 96. 17-01055 Rescinding and cancelling the Decision and Order issued on July 26, 2017, in the matter of "City of Baton Rouge v. Joshua C. White, Christian Michael White, Nakeya L. White, and Laneisha White - Condemnation Proceeding No.9751 (9797 Avenue B; Lot 30, Square 17; University Place Subdivision)). By Councilwoman Chauna Banks. Legislation Supporting Documentation 97. 17-01056 Rescinding and directing the Clerk of Court to cancel the Decision and Order recorded on May 16, 2017 at Original 515 of Bundle 12813 in the matter of "City of Baton Rouge vs. Joyce N. Leduff” - Condemnation Proceeding No. 9716 (1973 Kentucky Street; Lot 34; Square 15, South Baton Rouge Subdivision). By Councilwoman Tara Wicker. Legislation Supporting Documentation 98. 17-01057 Rescinding and directing the Clerk of Court to cancel the Decision and Order recorded on June 1, 2017 at Original 791 of Bundle 12816 in the matter of "City of Baton Rouge vs. Sidney Joseph Fremin”- Condemnation Proceeding No. 9729 (2049 Jasper Avenue; Lot 187, Broussard Plaza Subdivision). By Councilman Chandler Loupe. Legislation Supporting Documentation
17-01058 Authorizing the Mayor-President to accept a grant award in the amount of $10,000 from the Waterford III Entergy Operations, Inc. - 2016. By Kellie McGaha, Mayor's Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness Interim Director. Legislation Cover Letter
17-01059 Authorizing the Mayor-President to prepare and submit a hazard mitigation grant application under the reallocation of program funding from Hurricanes Gustav and Ike (DR-1786 and DR-1792). This funding requires a 25% non-federal cost share. By Kellie McGaha, Mayor's Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness Interim Director. Legislation Cover Letter
17-01067 Expressing the support of the Metropolitan Council for the investigation by the Louisiana Department of Justice into the July 5, 2016 shooting of Alton Sterling to be conducted and concluded as expeditiously as possible. By Councilmembers Buddy Amoroso, Lamont Cole, Donna Collins-Lewis, Barbara Freiberg, Erika Green, Dwight Hudson, Matt Watson, Trae Welch, & Tara Wicker. Legislation Cover Letter
17-01069 Authorizing the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute Amendment No. 3 with Professional Sewer Rehabilitation, Inc. for construction services in connection with the Annual Parishwide Sanitary Sewer and Storm Water Pump Station Wet Well Cleaning Project, being Project No. 15-PC-WC-0034, resulting in an increase in contract of $202,250.00. (Account No. 410.7070603.647610.0000000). By Environmental Services Director. Council Memo
17-01076 Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a contract with Shread-Kuyrkedal & Associates, Inc. to provide professional engineering services for the Port Hickey Road at Drainage Bayou Bridge Replacement project, being City-Parish Project No. 16-BR-US-0019 in an amount not to exceed $127,586.76. By Transportation and Drainage Director. Council Memo and Backup Documents
17-01077 Amending resolution 52831, adopted April 26, 2017, which authorized the Mayor-President to execute a contract for professional engineering services for the Cal Road and Moss Side Lane Bridge Replacements project, being City-Parish Project No. 16-BR-US-0021, so as to reflect the contract amount not to exceed $320,565.62 and amend Section 1 to reflect a cost of $217,889.93 for the Cal Road Bridge Replacement. By Transportation and Drainage Director. Legislation Agenda Space Request Council Memo
17-01078 Amending resolution 52242, adopted June 22, 2016 which authorized the Mayor-President to execute Supplemental Agreement No. 1 to a contract with Liacia Baaheth, LLC to provide right-of-way acquisition services in association with the Glen Oaks Drive (Plank Rd to McClelland Drive) improvement project, being city-parish project no. 12-CS-HC-0047, to provide for the vendor's proper name, being Lacy Baaheth, LLC. By Transportation and Drainage Director. Council Memo and Backup Documents
17-01079 Amending the 2017 Current Expense Budget so as to appropriate $23,000.00 for the purpose of establishing a special revenue fund budget entitled "19th Judicial District Court - Off-Duty Police Witness Fees" for the purpose of paying witness fees to off-duty law enforcement officers, in accordance with La. R.S. 15:255. By 19th Judicial District Court. Legislation Supporting Documentation - BS 8595 Other
17-01080 Fixing and Establishing the Annual Compensation of the City Constable for the term commencing January 1, 2019, in accordance with Section 11.05 of the Plan of Government. By Council Administrator/Treasurer. cover letter City Constable Pay comparison Resolution
17-01091 Amending resolution 52988 to revise the list of additional properties approved for the 24th street project by the Council pursuant to resolution 52988, said revisions to be made in accordance with the attached exhibit A-1. By Community Development Director. Legislation Supporting Documentation
109. 17-00931 Lot: Subdivision: Applicant: Address: Metro Council District: Initial Bid Amount Advanced costs required (certified funds): Appraised Value: Taxes Due: Bids Received: High Bidder: Intended Use: 45, Square 18 Hollywood Michael Jones Hollywood Street 5 - Green $ 500.00 $ 675.00 $ 6,700.00 $ 822.52 8/16/2017 Michael Jones - $1,000.00 Build it up 110. 17-00932 Lot: Subdivision: Applicant: Address: Metro Council District: Initial Bid Amount Advanced costs required (certified funds): Appraised Value: Taxes Due: Bids Received: High Bidder: Intended Use: 4+ (part), Square 348 Powers Michael Jones 635 Marcellious Lane 10 - Wicker $ 1,000.00 $ 780.00 $ 3,000.00 $ 1,430.18 8/16/2017 Michael Jones - $1,500.00 Build it up. 111. 17-00933 Lot: Subdivision: Applicant: Address: Metro Council District: Initial Bid Amount Advanced costs required (certified funds): Appraised Value: Taxes Due: Bids Received: High Bidder: Intended Use: 58, Square 1 Progress Park Charles L. Stewart, Jr. North 30th Street 7 - Cole $ 500.00 $ 780.00 $ 4,000.00 $ 2,410.33 8/16/2017 Charles L. Stewart, Jr. - $1,100.00 Additional property for family.
112. 17-00934 Lot: Subdivision: Applicant: Address: Metro Council District: Initial Bid Amount Advanced costs required (certified funds): Appraised Value: Taxes Due: Bids Received: High Bidder: 22+, Square 28 Zion City Anna M. Etuk Ford Street 5 - Green $ 200.00 $ 780.00 $ 6,000.00 $ 1,684.96 8/16/2017 DELETED by Parish Attorney due to publication error.
17-00935 Lot: Subdivision: Applicant: Address: Metro Council District: Initial Bid Amount Advanced costs required (certified funds): Appraised Value: Taxes Due: Bids Received: High Bidder: Intended Use: 16, Square 1 Clarksdale Anna M. Etuk Fairchild Street 2 - Banks $ 200.00 $ 500.00 $ 5,000.00 $ 1,045.97 8/16/2017 Anna M. Etuk Build on it.
ADMINISTRATIVE MATTER INTRODUCTIONS ADMINISTRATIVE MATTER ITEMS
114. 16-00521 BOARD OF APPEAL Concurring in the Mayor-Presidents reappointing or replacing Craig Sauviac, whose term expires on November 17, 2016, effective November 18, 2016. This is for a four (4) year term. Current Ballot This item was deferred from October 12, 2016, November 9, 2016, January 11, 2017, February 8, 2017 and March 8, 2017, and appears on the agenda due to a loss of quorum at the April 12, 2017 Council meeting. Deferred from the April 26, 2017 and the May 24, 2017 meeting. Due to expiration of time at the June 28, 2017, this item now appears on the agenda for July 26, 2017 115. 17-00803 Board of Appeal Concurring in the Mayor-President’s replacement of Pete Firmin. This is a four year term effective July 1, 2017. (General Contractor) Current Ballot This item was deferred from the June 14, 2017 Council meeting. Due to expiration of time at the June 28, 2017, this item now appears on the agenda for July 26, 2017 116. 17-00804 Board of Appeal Concurring in the Mayor-President’s replacement of Marvin Ragland Jr. This is a four year term effective July 1, 2017. (Architect) Current Ballot This item was deferred from the June 14, 2017 Council meeting. Due to expiration of time at the June 28, 2017, this item now appears on the agenda for July 26, 2017 117. 17-00805 Board of Appeal Concurring in the Mayor-President’s replacement of James Clary. This is a four year term effective July 1, 2017. Current Ballot This item was deferred from the June 14, 2017 Council meeting. Due to expiration of time at the June 28, 2017, this item now appears on the agenda for July 26, 2017 118. 17-00806 Board of Appeal Concurring in the Mayor-President’s replacement of Bill McDaniel. This is a four year term effective July 1, 2017. Current Ballot This item was deferred from the June 14, 2017 Council meeting. Due to expiration of time at the June 28, 2017, this item now appears on the agenda for July 26
17-01193 Capital Region Planning Commission One appointment to fill the unexpired term of John Delgado. Term expires 12-31-2019. (Must be an elected official) Current Ballot
17-01194 Capital Region Planning Commission One appointment to fill the unexpired term of Ryan Heck. Term expires 12-31-2019. (Must be an elected official) Current Ballot
17-01195 Capital Regioin Planning Commission Concurring in the Mayor's appointment of Rex Cabaniss. This term expires December 31, 2019. Current Ballot Joshua Joseph (Received letter requesting appointment)
122. 17-01122 City Court Exterior Repairs and Renovations – Phase I Project Number: 16-ASC-CP-0987 Original Estimated Cost: $ 355,900.00 Purchase Order Number: 160669 Account Number: 012.7805000.647200.4000000 Council Award Date: 4/27/2016 Contractor: Ribbeck Construction Corporation Change Order Number: Two (2) - Extend contract time by 161 calendar days Change Order Amount: $ 205,630.17 Original Contract Amount: $ 355,900.00 Net Previous Changes: $ 0.00 New Contract Amount: $ 561,530.17 Description: To provide additional work to repair deteriorated balustrade and cornice building elements over the five (5) entrance bays over the building entrance; Extend contract time by 161 days. Why Required: Continuation of existing renovation work to include additional areas. Time extension required due to change in scope of work. Cover Letter Other 123. 17-01146 River Center Branch Library Project Number: Original Estimated Cost: Purchase Order Number: Account Number: Council Award Date: Contractor: Change Order Number: Change Order Amount: 15-ASC-CP-0927 $ 15,100,000.00 160644 336.7520285.651300.5982311 4/27/2016 Buquet & LeBlanc, Incorporated Four (4) $ 36,833.00 Original Contract Amount: $ 14,564,000.00 Net Previous Changes: New Contract Amount: Description: Why Required: $ 157,494.00 $ 14,758,327.00 Remove chill water pipe and cap open ends; Reinstall chill water lines and backfill to top of subgrade. Mechanical Piping and Conduit conflicts, Cover Letter Other 124. 17-01163 PS 136 Rehabilitation and PS 481 Demolition Project Project Number: Original Estimated Cost: Purchase Order Number: Account Number: Council Award Date: Contractor: Change Order Number: Change Order Amount: 99-RMP-S16B $ 278,000.00 170419 411.7572803.752400.6087304 2/8/2017 The Lemoine Company, LLC One $ 0.00 Original Contract Amount: $ 310,800.00 Net Previous Changes: New Contract Amount: Description: Why Required: $ 0.00 $ 310,800.00 To provide for additional electrical components and misc. pump components at PS 136, final adjustment of quantities and to closeout the project. To facilitate closeout of the project. Council Memo 125. 17-01165 Highland Road Pipeline Improvements-Part B Project Number: Original Estimated Cost: Purchase Order Number: Account Number: 11-FM-MS-004B $ 9,900,000.00 150058 441.7578243.752400.6087373; 443.7578243.752400.6087373 11/12/2014 Hemphill Construction Company, Inc. Two $ (1,660,772.85) Council Award Date: Contractor: Change Order Number: Change Order Amount: Original Contract Amount: $ 8,719,760.00 Net Previous Changes: $ (718,814.94) New Contract Amount: $ 6,340,172.21 Description: Final adjustment of quantities and to closeout the project. Why Required: To facilitate closeout of the project. Council Memo 126. 17-01196 Change Order No.2-MARC New Facility Construction Contract As the result of unforeseen site conditions at the MARC’s new facility constructions site, additional earthwork and foundation modifications were required. In addition, project design changes, which include mechanical revisions for sub-surface drainage, electrical systems, facility signage, structural/pavement changes, and product alterations, were required. These items will extend the contract by 73 days. This contract time extension includes 45 days as the result of rain delays through June 30. These changes are all value added engineering to improve facility/site conditions and reduce the life-cycle cost. The cost of this change order will not exceed the project’s budget Project Number: 59083114 Original Estimated Cost: $ 7,227,000.00 Purchase Order Number: 1605909 Account Number: 336.1100004.651300.5983114 Council Award Date: 8/23/2017 Contractor: Ratcliff Construction Change Order Number: 2 Change Order Amount: $ 228,191.32 Original Contract Amount: $ 7,455,191.32 Net Previous Changes: $ 0.00 New Contract Amount: $ 7,747,831.03 Description: As the result of unforeseen site conditions at the MARC’s new facility construction site, additional earthwork and foundation modifications were required. In addition, project design changes, which include mechanical revisions for sub-surface drainage, electrical systems, facility signage, structural/pavement changes, and product alterations, were required. These items will extend the construction contract by 73 days. Why Required: Value Engineering for reduced life-cycle costs and due to site conditions. Time extension includes rain delays through June 2017. Change Order No.2-MARC New Facility Construction Contract Other
127. 17-01164 PS 136 Rehabilitation and PS 481 Demolition Project Project Number: 99-RMP-S16B Account Number: 411.7572803.752400.6087304 Council Award Date: 2/8/2017 Contractor: The Lemoine Company, LLC Estimated Cost: $ 278,000.00 Contract Amount: $ 310,800.00 Total Change Orders: (One): $ 0.00 Final Cost: $ 310,800.00 Days Allocated: 120 Days Used: 106 Liquidated Damages: $ 0.00 Council Memo 128. 17-01166 Highland Road Pipeline Improvements-Part B Project Number: Account Number: Council Award Date: Contractor: Estimated Cost: Contract Amount: 11-FM-MS-004B 441.7578243.752400.6087373; 443.7578243.752400.6087373 11/12/2014 Hemphill Construction Company, Inc. $ 9,900,000.00 $ 8,719,760.00 Total Change Orders: (Two): $ (2,379,587.79) Final Cost: $ 6,340,172.21 Days Allocated: 761 Days Used: 761 Liquidated Damages: $ 0.00 Council Memo
ACCEPTANCE OF LOW BIDS 129. 17-01148 East Baton Rouge Parish Prison Fire Alarm System Replacement. Awarding the contract to provide all labor, materials and equipment necessary to install and replace the current Fire Alarm System and all existing Fire Alarm Devices. Fire Marshall Submittals, equipment, cable, installation, panel connection, system programming and system certification. Approved or equal to New Edwards EST Net-workable Fire Alarm System, to the low bidder, Simpson Security Systems, Inc.; and directing the execution of the contract covering such work. Project: RQ041238 Account: 012.7805000.647200.4 Estimate: $119,420.00 *Local **In State ** Simpson Security Systems Inc. $ 112,488.00 ***Allied Systems $ 134,600.00 ***Facility Automation Inc. $ 239,985.00 Low Bidder Approval Bid Tabulation Bid Results 130. 17-01158 NWWTP Master Plan: Plant and Master SCADA Project: 13-TP-MS-047C Account: 436.7579323.752400.6140601; 411.7579323.752400.6140601 Estimate: $2,500,000.00 *Local **In State *QDS Systems, Inc. $ 2,290,000.00 **Ernest P. Breaux Electrical, LLC $ 2,649,830.00 Council Memo 131. 17-01178 Airpark Boulevard Extension Project: SP H.011976 Account: 482.0989002.652310.8490506 Estimate: $2,329,000.00 *Local **In State Magee Excavation and Development, L.L.C. $ 2,101,211.80 Boone Services, LLC $ 2,162,410.85 Command Construction $ 2,166,666.66 Kort Construction Services $ 2,200,962.50 Hard Rock Construction $ 2,201,287.25 Merrick, LLC $ 2,226,638.85 Barber Brothers $ 2,340,409.55 Cecil Perry Improvements $ 2,348,894.00 L. King Company $ 2,423,550.39 Industrial Enterprises, Inc. $ 3,055,535.88 Cover Letter 132. 17-01188 PECOS AVENUE BRIDGE REPLACEMENT OVER SHOE CREEK Project: 12-BR-PT-0019 Account: 145.7545002.652330.5304411 Estimate: $1,799,484.00 *Local **In State * Brown Industrial Construction, LLC $ 1,823,895.70 ** Guinn Construction, LLC $ 1,845,963.50 * Coastal Bridge Company, LLC $ 2,192,569.20 * JB James Construction, LLC $ 2,402,411.37 * James Construction Group, LLC $ 2,597,969.00 Council Memo and Backup Documents 133. 17-01189 SALES TAX STREET AND ROAD REHABILITATION PROGRAM PROJECT 15-09 PEAIRS RD & COMITE DR Project: 16-AO-ST-0027 Account: 147.7210012.647100.2025615 Estimate: $1,600,000.00 *Local **In State **R. J. Daigle and Sons Contractors, Inc. $ 1,130,816.89 **Barriere Construction Co. $ 1,227,452.25 *Barber Brothers Contg. Co., LLC $ 1,319,399.90 *Coastal Bridge Co., LLC $ 1,333,809.39 Council Memo and Backup Documents
17-01053 Requesting a report from the Finance Department regarding the utilization of the Industrial Tax Exemption Program in East Baton Rouge Parish. By Councilman Lamont Cole. This item was deferred from August 9, 2017 cover memo Report
135. 17-01118 Requesting a report from the Office of Community Development on the required return of $1.3 million – $1.5 million in federal funds and the source of those funds. By Councilwoman Banks. cover letter 136. 17-01119 Requesting a report from the Office of Community Development on the expenditure of the $11 million in HUD grant funds that were allocated to the City-Parish and then delegated to the State of Louisiana, including a report on the time-line of the transfer, the qualifications of victims to receive funds, and the amount that has been paid to flood victims. By Councilwoman Banks. cover letter 137. 17-01120 Requesting a report from the Office of Community Development on the structure of the department, including a list and description of the grants received from 2014-2017 by the department, the current fund balances, and the programs that the department operates. By Councilwoman Banks. cover letter 138. 17-01121 Requesting a report by the Office of Community Development of the job titles of all current employees, including years of service. By Councilwoman Banks.
17-01171 Expressing the opposition of the Metropolitan Council to the proposal by BREC staff to move the Baton Rouge Zoo from its location on Thomas Road in East Baton Rouge Parish. By Councilwoman Banks. Reason for emergency: The BREC Commission meets on August 24th to consider an item that would allow the BREC Superintendent to explore properties as a new site for the zoo. In order for this resolution to be forwarded to the Commission before its vote, it must be voted on by the Metro Council on August 23rd.
17-01183 Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a contract with CSRS, Inc. to provide Professional Services dealing with Public Outreach Support Services in connection with the proposed BTR Transportation Plan in an amount not to exceed $49,100.00. By Transportation and Drainage Director. Reason for emergency: This item and contract are time sensitive due to the needs of the BTR Transportation Plan ADJOURNMENT
Aug 23, 2017 Metropolitan Council
Presentations and Special Recognition
PRESENTATIONS AND SPECIAL RECOGNITION
CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL INVOCATION PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Adoption and Approval of Minutes
1. 17-01155 Adoption and approval of minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of August 9, 2017 and the Regular Council Zoning Meeting of August 16, 2017. By Council Administrator/Treasurer.
SECTION 2.12 INTRODUCTIONS 2. 17-01114 Amending Title 14 (Animals), Chapter 5 (Animal Cruelty Prohibited), Section 14:502 (Seizure and Disposition of Animal Cruelly Treated) of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Baton Rouge and Parish of East Baton Rouge to provide for the posting of a bond for the care of animal seized when a person is charged with animal cruelty. By Director Animal Control and Rescue Center. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 proposed ordinance DRAFT 3. 17-01147 Authorizing the Mayor-President to accept a grant award in the amount of $58,870.26 under the Emergency Management Performance Grant (EMPG), FY2017 Program for East Baton Rouge Parish. EMPG is a 100% federally funded grant program through the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). By Kellie McGaha, Mayor's Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness Interim Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Legislation Cover Letter 4. 17-01149 Authorizing the Mayor-President to apply for a nationally competitive Flood Mitigation Assistance (FMA) 2017 Grant Program. Federal funding is available for up to 75% of the eligible activity costs. By Kellie McGaha, Mayor's Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness Interim Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Cover Letter 5. 17-01150 Authorizing the Mayor-President to apply for The Pre-Disaster Mitigation (PDM) 2017 Grant Program. Federal funding is available for up to 75% of the eligible activity costs. By Kellie McGaha, Mayor's Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness Interim Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Cover Letter 6. 17-01159 Authorizing settlement of the matter entitled “April Overman v. City of East Baton Rouge, et al,” Suit No.: 3:13-CV-00614-EWD on the docket of the United States District Court- Middle District of Louisiana, in the amount of $148,944.19; and appropriating $148,944.19 for such purpose. *This matter may be discussed in executive session. (Attorney of record is John-Michael Lawrence). By Parish Attorney. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Legislation 7. 17-01167 Amending the 2017 current expense and capital budgets so as to increase appropriations for the August 2016 flood recovery effort from $65,501,000 to an amount not to exceed $69,501,000. By Finance Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Supporting Documentation 8. 17-01174 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 Office of Community Development as follows, effective September 30, 2017, contingent upon execution of interagency professional service contracts. Office of Community Development General Administration Add: (1) Executive Assistant, jc 108540 Add: (1) Grant Monitor, jc 300600 (uncl) Delete: (1) Senior Administrative Specialist, jc 110630 Compliance and Administration Division - Administrative Services Delete: (1) Senior Program Analyst, jc 105670 Delete: (1) Senior Fiscal Specialist, jc 111130 Compliance and Administration Division - Planning and Reporting Delete: (1) Program Analyst, jc 105668 Delete: (1) Senior Program Analyst, jc 105670 Operations and Management Division – Housing Services Delete: (1) Assistant Urban Development Director, jc 101570 Delete: (4) Carpenter, jc 151215 Delete: (2) Intake Specialist, jc 105672 Delete: (3) Program Specialist, jc 105662 Delete: (1) Senior Program Analyst, jc 105670 Delete: (2) Senior Program Specialist, jc 105665 Delete: (1) Trades Technician, jc 151090 Delete: (1) Tradeswork Supervisor, jc 151130 Operations and Management Division – Program and Project Management Delete: (1) Community Development Division Manager, jc105660 Delete: (3) Program Analyst, jc 105668 Delete: (3) Senior Housing Inspector, jc 107520. By Human Resources Director and Urban Development Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Cover Letter 9. 17-01175 Amend the 2017 pay plan for the classified, unclassified, non-classified and Fire and Police employees of the City of Baton Rouge and Parish of East Baton Rouge, adopted by Ordinance #16403, dated 12/13/2016, so as to make the following changes, effective September 30, 2017, contingent upon execution of interagency professional service contracts. Office of Community Development Add: Grant Monitor (uncl), job code 300600, pay grade 2190 ($35,516-$60,464). By Human Resources Director and Urban Development Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Cover Letter 10. 17-01190 Authorizing the Mayor-President to enter into a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with BenaTerra Resources, LLC for the right to conduct a two year scoping study of the Irene Road Red Mud Lakes Property to determine the economic and financial feasibility of commercially processing the spent bauxite stockpiles, and granting BenaTerra Resources, LLC, the exclusive right to enter into a spent bauxite stockpile processing agreement, on terms and conditions to be determined at the conclusion of the scoping study. By Director of Environmental Services. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Legislation Supporting Documentation CONDEMNATION INTRODUCTIONS 11. 17--1124 Willie J. Arrington 2325 Willow Street; Lot 6+: Lots 6 & 7, Square 3 Lawndale Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 12. 17-01125 Morrise Mason Price Plain 4766 Sherwood Street; Lot 10 PT +: East 1/2 of Lots 10 & 11, Square 12 North Highlands Addition Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 13. 17-01126 David E. Yeates 2119 Alabama Street (House and Rear Shed); Lot 54+: Lots 54 & 56, Square 11 South Baton Rouge Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 14. 17-01127 Susie Ross Lewis 1827 Spanish Town Road; Lot 3 PT, Square 27 Gracie Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 15. 17-01128 Good Deeds, LLC 2714 Wenonah Street; Lots 7 & 8, Square 34; Istrouma Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 16. 17-01129 Corey A. Howard 2271 Tennessee Street; Lot 16, Square 38 South Baton Rouge Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 17. 17-01130 AAK Properties, LLC 12646 Jefferson Highway; Lot 21-A Jeffaire Commercial Park Subdivision - Council District 11 - Watson Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 18. 17-01131 Anthony Leon Gauthier, Betty Gauthier Smith, Alice Gauthier Raby, Brenda Gauthier Ethron, and Raymond Gauthier, Jr. 2547 Barber Street; Lot 52+, Square 17 Pitcher Place Subdivision - Council District 12 - Freiberg Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 19. 17-01133 Anthanette Marie Wallace 7135 Poinsettia Drive (House and Rear Shed); Lot 13 Fairlane Subdivision - Council District 5 - Green Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Picture Picture Picture Inspector's Report 20. 17-01134 Thomas Edison Tonguis and Francis Blanche Territo Tonguis 10566 Red Oak Drive (House, Carport, and Shed); Lot 39 Red Oak Subdivision - Council District 6 - Collins-Lewis Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Picture Picture Picture Inspector's Report 21. 17-01136 Robin Anthony Nesbitt and Michelle Ponds Nesbitt 845 North Foster Drive; Lot B-L Blouin, Phillips & Keener Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 22. 17-01138 The Estate of Arthur L. Kelley 1315 North 35th Street; Lot 41, Square 11 Eden Park Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 23. 17-01139 The Estate of Linda Hawkins Griffin 1575 North 44th Street; Lot 9, Square 24 Greenville Extension Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 24. 17-01140 Aristide Ferrer Sagarra 218 North 25th Street (House and Rear Shed); Lot 8, Square 1 Lincoln Park Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Picture Picture Picture Inspector's Report 25. 17-01141 Willie Hare and Goldie Berry Hare 215 Sonora Street; Lot 7, Square 22 South Baton Rouge Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Picture Picture Picture Inspector's Report 26. 17-01142 Robert Berry, Jr. 2323 Brownlee Street (House, Rear Shed & Garage); Lot P-1, Square 12 Balis Subdivision - Council District 12 - Freiberg Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Picture Picture Picture Inspector's Report 27. 17-01143 Vernon A. Huey & Olivia C. Huey 229 Eddie Robinson Sr. Drive; Portion of Lot 50, Square 1 Bonnecaze Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 28. 17-01144 Samuel D. Davis, Jr., Alvin Davis, Richard Davis, Emma Davis Collins, Rudolph Davis, Lutisher Davis Collins, Robert R. Davis, Thelma Davis Holmes, Juliette Davis Williams, Joyce Davis Green, Mary L. Davis Turner, Julius Davis, Willie Davis, Pearl Davis Gilmore, Ann Davis, Albert Davis, Jr., Marie Richardson Lee, Pearlie Richardson Baldwin, Willie Richardson, Rose Richardson Forward, John Richardson, The Estate of Joyce Davis, and The Estate of Emma Jean R. Shepard Wells Street (House and Rear Shed); Lot 48-A, Sq. 4 Wells Place (Property No. 585211) - Council District 7 - Cole Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Picture Picture Picture Inspector's Report 29. 17-01145 Rosa Lee Clark Stewart 181 Port Hudson-Plains Road; 1.00-Acre Portion of Griffith Plantation on the North Side of Plains-Port Hudson Road, Bound North by Grant D. Thomas, East by Grant D. Thomas, South by Plains-Port Hudson Road, and West by Freddie Dixon. 1952. Less R/W to State. Portion of Griffith Plantation (Property No. 1185632) - Council District 1 - Welch Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 30. 17-01151 Gerald J. Charlet, Jr. 1957 Bahm Street (House and Side Carport); Lot 20 & East ½ of Lot 21 , Square 10 East Fairfields Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Picture Picture Inspector's Report ADJUDICATED PROPERTY INTRODUCTIONS 31. 17-01160 Lot: Subdivision: Applicant: Address: Metro Council District: Initial Bid Amount Advanced costs required (certified funds): Appraised Value: Taxes Due: Bids Received: 3, Part Alphonse Robinson Tract Dewanna R. Trask Robinson Road 1 - Welch $ 3,000.00 $ 730.00 $ 137,000.00 $ 2,266.77 (Adjudicated for 2003 taxes) 9/20/2017 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 27 32. 17-01162 Lot: Subdivision: Applicant: Address: Metro Council District: Initial Bid Amount Advanced costs required (certified funds): Appraised Value: Taxes Due: Bids Received: 22+, Square 28 Zion City Anna M. Etuk Ford Street 5 - Green $ 200.00 $ 1,340.00 $ 6,000.00 $ 1,684.96 (Adjudicated for 1996 taxes) 9/20/2017 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 27 PLANNING AND ZONING INTRODUCTIONS 33. 17-01093 PA-16-17 14122 Jefferson Highway To amend the Comprehensive Land Use Plan from Residential Neighborhood (RN) to Commercial (C) on property located on the south side of Jefferson Highway, between Dale and Briarplace Drive, on Lot C of Daleview Subdivision, First Filing. Section 5, T8S, R2E, GLD, EBRP, LA (Council District 9 - Hudson) PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Recommend approval, based upon an examination of the area in a greater level of detail than performed at the creation of the plan and compatibility with adjacent land use This case is related to 68-17. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 20, 2017 Application Staff Report 34. 17-01094 Case 68-17 14122 Jefferson Highway To rezone from Limited Residential (A3.1) to Light Commercial (LC2) on property located on the south side of Jefferson Highway, between Dale and Briarplace Drive, on Lot C of Daleview Subdivision, First Filing. Section 5, T8S, R2E, GLD, EBRP, LA (Council District 9 - Hudson) PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Staff certifies that the proposed request meets the criteria for a change of zoning if the companion comprehensive plan amendment is approved, being compatible with surrounding uses, and conforming to UDC requirements This case is related to PA-16-17 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 20, 2017 Application Staff Report 35. 17-01095 Case 58-17 BFC Plaza Subdivision To rezone from Rural (R) to Heavy Commercial (HC1) on property located to the northeast side of Jefferson Highway, west of Sherwood Forest Boulevard, on Lot 1. Section 58, T7S, R2E, GLD, EBRP, LA (Council District 8 - Amoroso) PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Staff certifies that the proposed request meets the criteria for a change of zoning being compatible with surrounding uses and conforming to UDC requirements The Planning Commission is initiating rezoning on this commercial subdivision created prior to 1994 as directed by Metro Council. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 20, 2017 Staff Report 36. 17-01096 Case 59-17 Coursey Commercial Park To rezone from Rural (R) to Heavy Commercial (HC1) on property located to the north and south side of Coursey Boulevard, east of Legacy Court, on Tracts 1-A, 1-B, 2-A-1, 2-A-2, 2-A-3, 3-B-1-A, 3-B-1-B-1, 3-B-1-B-2, 3-B-1-C, 3-B-1-D, 4-A, 4-B-1, C-1-A, and C-2-B. Section 57, T7S, R2E, GLD, EBRP, LA (Council District 8 - Amoroso) PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Staff certifies that the proposed request meets the criteria for a change of zoning being compatible with surrounding uses and conforming to UDC requirements The Planning Commission is initiating rezoning on this commercial subdivision created prior to 1994 as directed by Metro Council. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 20, 2017 Staff Report 37. 17-01097 Case 60-17 Lake Sherwood Commercial Complex To rezone from Rural (R) to Heavy Commercial (HC1) on property located to the east side of Sherwood Forest Boulevard, south of Weiner Creek. Section 51, T7S, R2E, GLD, EBRP, LA (Council District 8 - Amoroso) PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Staff certifies that the proposed request meets the criteria for a change of zoning being compatible with surrounding uses and conforming to UDC requirements Staff certifies that the proposed request meets the criteria for a change of zoning being compatible with surrounding uses and conforming to UDC requirements Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 20, 2017 Staff Report 38. 17-01098 Case 61-17 Shenandoah Business Park, (3650 O’Neal Lane) To rezone from Rural (R) to Limited Residential (A3.1) on property located on the west side of O’Neal Lane, south of King Bradford Drive, known as Tract E. Section 53, T7S, R2E, GLD, EBRP, LA (Council District 8 - Amoroso) PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Staff certifies that the proposed request meets the criteria for a change of zoning being compatible with surrounding uses and conforming to UDC requirements The Planning Commission is initiating rezoning on this commercial subdivision created prior to 1994 as directed by Metro Council. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 20, 2017 Staff Report 39. 17-01099 Case 62-17 Shenandoah Business Park, (O’Neal Lane at George O’Neal Road) To rezone from from Rural (R) to Light Commercial (LC2) on property located at the northwest quadrant of the intersection of O’Neal Lane and George O’Neal Road, known as Tracts B-1-A-1, B-1-A-2, B-1-A-3, and B-1-B-1. Section 53, T7S, R2E, GLD, EBRP, LA (Council District 8 - Amoroso) PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Staff certifies that the proposed request meets the criteria for a change of zoning being compatible with surrounding uses and conforming to UDC requirements The Planning Commission is initiating rezoning on this commercial subdivision created prior to 1994 as directed by Metro Council. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 20, 2017 Staff Report 40. 17-01100 Case 63-17 Sherwood Forest Office Park; First, Second and Third Filings To rezone from Rural (R) to Light Commercial (LC1) on property located on the east side of Sherwood Forest Boulevard, between of Jacks Bayou and Wentling Avenue. Sections 50 and 58, T7S, R2E, GLD, EBRP, LA (Council District 8 - Amoroso) PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Staff certifies that the proposed request meets the criteria for a change of zoning being compatible with surrounding uses and conforming to UDC requirements The Planning Commission is initiating rezoning on this commercial subdivision created prior to 1994 as directed by Metro Council. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 20, 2017 Staff Report 41. 17-01101 Case 64-17 11271 Tams Drive To rezone from Single Family Residential (A1) to Neighborhood Commercial (NC) on property located on the west side of North Sherwood Forest Drive, at the southwest quadrant of the intersection of Tams Drive and North Sherwood Forest Drive, on Lot 169, Red Oak, 4th Filing. Section 1, T7S, R1E, GLD, EBRP, LA (Council District 6 - Collins-Lewis) 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 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 20, 2017 Application Staff Report 42. 17-01102 Case 65-17 2834 Greenwood Drive To rezone from Light Industrial (M1) to Commercial Alcoholic Beverage (Restaurant) (CAB1) on property located to the south side of Greenwood Drive, north east of the Perkins Road overpass, on a portion of Lot 17, 18, 19 of Hundred Oaks Park. Section 67, T7S, R1W, GLD, EBRP, LA (Council District 12 - Freiberg) PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Staff certifies that the proposed request is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan, and compatible with surrounding uses; although the request does not conform to Unified Development Code requirements, it will reduce the extent of the nonconformity Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 20, 2017 Application Staff Report 43. 17-01103 Case 66-17 6401 Bluebonnet Boulevard #2011 To rezone from Heavy Commercial (C2) to Commercial Alcoholic Beverage (Restaurant) (CAB1) on property located to the north of Mall of Louisiana Boulevard, on a portion of Tract ML-1 of the Mall of Louisiana, Phase I and II. Section 58, T7S, R1E, GLD, EBRP, LA (Council District 11 - Watson) 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 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 20, 2017 Application Staff Report 44. 17-01104 Case 67-17 6650 Cedar Grove Drive To rezone from Single Family Residential (A2) to Rural (R) on property located on the east side of Cedar Grove Drive, between Sumrall Drive and Glen Oaks Drive, on a portion of a Lot called GLEN OAKS ELEM & JUNIOR HIGH. Section 96, T6S, R1E, GLD, EBRP, LA (Council District 5 - Green) 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 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 20, 2017 Application Staff Report 45. 17-01105 Case 69-17 6571 Bluebonnet Boulevard To rezone from Heavy Commercial (C2) to Commercial Alcoholic Beverage (Restaurant) (CAB1) on property located on the east side of Bluebonnet Boulevard, south of Picardy Avenue, on a portion of Tract 5-A of the Mall of Louisiana, Phase I and II. Section 57, T7S, R1E, GLD, EBRP, LA (Council District 11 - Watson) 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 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 20, 2017 Application Staff Report 46. 17-01106 Case 70-17 18111 Highland Market Drive To rezone from Heavy Commercial (C2) to Commercial Alcoholic Beverage (Restaurant) (CAB1) on property located to the east side of Highland Road, north of Perkins Road East, on a portion of Tract Y-1-B of the former Leon R. Kleinpeter Tract. Section 55, T8S, R2E, GLD, EBRP, LA (Council District 9 - Hudson) 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 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 20, 2017 Application Staff Report 47. 17-01107 Case 71-17 12602 Coursey Boulevard To rezone from Neighborhood Office (NO) to Neighborhood Commercial (NC) on property located on the south side of Coursey Boulevard, at the southeast quadrant of the intersection of Tartan Drive and Coursey Boulevard, on Lot 149 of Sherwood Oaks Subdivision, 2nd Filing. Section 57, T7S, R2E, GLD, EBRP, LA (Council District 8 -Amoroso) Request to defer to September 18 by Councilman Amoroso Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 20, 2017 Application 48. 17-01108 RV-4-17 Slate Street Revocation of a 60 foot right-of-way located between North 29th Street and North 30th Street. Section 45, T7S, R1W, GLD, EBRP, LA (Council District 7 - Cole) PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Staff certifies that the proposed request meets the minimum requirements of the UDC for Planning Commission consideration, provided the applicant dedicates a utility servitude the width of the existing right-of-way and provides a recorded map indicating the revoked right-of-way Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 20, 2017 Application Staff Report Plans 49. 17-01111 SNC-2-17 Burrell Road to Huggins Road A proposed street name change for Burrell Road, located to the north of Jackson Road and east of Reames Road. Section 20, T4S, R2E, GLD, EBRP, LA (Council District 1 -Welch) Request to defer to September 18 by the applicant Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 20, 2017 Application 50. 17-01112 SNC-3-17 Thomas Augustin Way to Goodleaf Way A proposed street name change for Thomas Augustin Way, located to the north of Adelia Court and Goodwood Avenue, and east of Louis Babin Lane. Section 82, T7S, R1E, GLD, EBRP, LA (Council District 11 - Watson) PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Staff Commission certifies that consideration the proposed request meets the minimum requirements of the UDC for Planning Commission consideration Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 20, 2017 Application Staff Report 51. 17-01113 SNC-4-17 Anna Bullion Way to Goodridge Way A proposed street name change for Anna Bullion Way, located to the north of Adelia Court and Goodwood Avenue, and south of Louis Babin Lane. Section 82, T7S, R1E, GLD, EBRP, LA (Council District 11 - Watson) PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Staff Commission certifies that consideration the proposed request meets the minimum requirements of the UDC for Planning Commission consideration Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 20, 2017 Application Staff Report 52. 17-01168 RV-8-17 Santa Maria, 5th Filing Revocation A request to revoke a portion of a 15 foot GSU servitude, located between Southern Hills Avenue and Ward Creek, on Lot 402 of Santa Maria, 5th Filing (Council District 9 - Hudson) PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Planning Staff certifies that the proposed request meets the minimum requirements of the UDC COMMISSION ACTION: No hearing before the Planning Commission required, per UDC Section 4.13.D Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 20, 2017 LONO from Dept of Development Exhibit Zoning Map Aerial Map 53. 17-01169 RV-9-17 Englewood Revocation A request to revoke a portion of a five foot servitude, located northeast of the intersection of Englewood Drive and Highland Road, on Lot 1-B-1-B-1 of Englewood Subdivision (Council District 3 - Loupe) PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Planning Staff certifies that the proposed request meets the minimum requirements of the UDC COMMISSION ACTION: No hearing before the Planning Commission required, per UDC Section 4.13.D Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 20, 2017 Zoning Map Aerial Map LONO from Dept of Development Exhibit 54. 17-01172 RV-10-17 Lake Estates at Oak Hills Revocation A request to revoke a portion of a 30 foot drainage servitude, located southwest of West Lake Estates Avenue, on Lot 5-A of the Lake Estates at Oak Hills Subdivision (Council District 3 - Loupe) PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Planning Staff certifies that the proposed request meets the minimum requirements of the UDC COMMISSION ACTION: No hearing before the Planning Commission required, per UDC Section 4.13.D Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 20, 2017 LONO from Dept of Development Exhibit Zoning Map Aerial Map 55. 17-01173 RV-11-17 Lakeside Subdivision A request to revoke a portion of a 25 foot drainage servitude, located east of the intersection of Shady Lake Parkway and High Lake Drive, on Lot 25-B of Lakeside Subdivision (Council District 3 - Loupe) PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Planning Staff certifies that the proposed request meets the minimum requirements of the UDC COMMISSION ACTION: No hearing before the Planning Commission required, per UDC Section 4.13.D Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 20, 2017 Exhibit LONO from Dept of Development Zoning Map Aerial Map OTHER INTRODUCTIONS 56. 17-01092 Rescinding and directing the Clerk of Court to cancel the Decision and Order recorded on July 3, 2017 at Original 862 of Bundle 12823 in the matter of "City of Baton Rouge vs. Ibrahim Khoder and Gerry Susan Carr Khoder” - Condemnation Proceeding No. 9744 (6485 Renoir Avenue; Lot 514; Melrose East Subdivision). By Councilwoman Donna Collins-Lewis. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Legislation Supporting Documentation 57. 17-01109 Rescinding and directing the Clerk of Court to cancel the Decision and Order recorded on December 6, 2016 at Original 951 of Bundle 12776 in the matter of "City of Baton Rouge vs. The Estate of Alex Carter” - Condemnation Proceeding No. 9631 (235 New Rafe Mayer Road; Lot 4, Square 32, Shady Acres Subdivision). By Councilwoman Chauna Banks. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Legislation Supporting Documentation 58. 17-01110 Rescinding and directing the Clerk of Court to cancel the Decision and Order recorded on December 6, 2016 at Original 948 of Bundle 12776 in the matter of "City of Baton Rouge vs. Aslee Smith, Estalla Smith Woods and The Estate of Samuel Smith, Jr.” -Condemnation Proceeding No. 9628 (820 Scenic Hwy; Lot 3 and 4, Square 39, Gracie Subdivision). By Councilwoman Tara Wicker. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Legislation Supporting Documentation 59. 17-01123 Rescinding and directing the Clerk of Court to cancel the Decision and Order recorded on September 29, 2015 at Original 279 of Bundle 12685 in the matter of "City of Baton Rouge vs. Paul Brown, Robert Brown, Jr., Troy Brown & Ruby O’Conner” -Condemnation Proceeding No. 9402 (1591 Utah Street & Rear Shed; Lots 12 & 13, Square 2, Butler Place Subdivision). By Parish Attorney. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Legislation Supporting Documentation 60. 17-01152 Authorizing settlement of the claim of Donna Roman for damages resulting from a sewer back-up in the claimant’s home, for a total amount of $14,410.18 which amount shall be paid from the account designated "Insurance –General Liability" (012.4630000.644100). * This matter may be discussed in executive session. (In Proper Person). By Parish Attorney. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Legislation Supporting Documentation to be hand delivered. 61. 17-01153 Authorizing settlement of the claim of the Estate of Cheney Joseph for damages resulting from an automobile accident, in the amount of $11,840.06. 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 Mary Terrell Joseph-McGlinchey Stafford). By Parish Attorney. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Legislation Supporting Documentation to be hand delivered. 62. 17-01154 Authorizing settlement of the claim of Equian o/b/o Safe Auto Insurance Company as Subrogee of Luevaller Jenkins for damages resulting from an automobile accident, in the amount of $15,212.20. Amount shall be paid from the account designated "Insurance – Auto Liability” (012.4630000.644200). *This matter may be discussed in executive session. (Represented by Equian o/b/o Safe Auto Insurance Company). By Parish Attorney. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Legislation Supporting Documentation to be hand delivered. 63. 17-01157 Authorizing the Mayor-President to 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 $21,876 for the period October 1, 2017 to September 30, 2018 and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith at the appropriate time. By Human Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Cover Letter 64. 17-01161 Authorizing the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute Supplemental Agreement No. 4 to the contract with Compliance EnviroSystems, LLC (CES) for professional services in connection with Annual Parishwide Sewer Cleaning and Physical Inspection Services (General Retainer Contract) being Project No. 15-PI-MS-0041 to continue providing O&M support services for the first one year renewal period for an amount not to exceed $250,000.00. (Account No. 410.7070713.647660.0000000). By Environmental Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Council Memo 65. 17-01176 Authorizing the Mayor President through the Department of Transportation and Drainage to submit a System Preservation Project to the Capital Region Metropolitan Planning Organization (CRMPO) for consideration of federal funding assistance under the Federal Fiscal Year (FFY) 2020, 2021, and 2022 "Call for Surface Transportation Block Grant Program (STBG) Project Funds for Urban Areas Greater than 200,000 Population (STBG>200K)," in connection with the GLP project Nicholson Drive Segment 1. With the commitment that the estimated 30%+ local cost share required for the estimated $21,200,000 total project cost which will be available through the 1/2 Cents Sales Tax Transportation and Street Improvements Program- Green Light Plan. By Transportation and Drainage Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Council Memo and Backup Documents 66. 17-01177 Authorizing the Mayor-President to enter into a contract with York Risk Services to provide full-service comprehensive Liability Claims Management program as a Third-Party Administrator (TPA) for the City of Baton Rouge, Parish of East Baton Rouge, Louisiana employees beginning October 1, 2017. By Parish Attorney. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Supporting Documentation 67. 17-01179 Authorizing the Mayor President through the Department of Transportation and Drainage to submit a System Preservation Project to the Capital Region Metropolitan Planning Organization (CRMPO) for consideration of federal funding assistance under the Federal Fiscal Year (FFY) 2020, 2021, and 2022 "Call for Surface Transportation Block Grant Program (STBG) Project Funds for Urban Areas Greater than 200,000 Population (STBG>200K)," in connection with the GLP project Perkins Rd Segment 1. With the commitment that the estimated 30%+ local cost share required for the estimated $26,500,000 total project cost which will be available through the 1/2 Cents Sales Tax Transportation and Street Improvements Program- Green Light Plan. By Transportation and Drainage Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Council Memo and Backup Documents 68. 17-01180 Amending Resolution 51645 so as to add Councilwoman Barbara Freiberg to the Body Camera Study Committee. By Councilman Amoroso & Councilwoman Wicker. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 proposed resolution 69. 17-01181 Authorizing the Mayor President through the Department of Transportation and Drainage to submit a System Preservation Project to the Capital Region Metropolitan Planning Organization (CRMPO) for consideration of federal funding assistance under the Federal Fiscal Year (FFY) 2020, 2021, and 2022 "Call for Surface Transportation Block Grant Program (STBG) Project Funds for Urban Areas Greater than 200,000 Population (STBG>200K)," in connection with the GLP project Old Hammond Hwy Seg 2. With the commitment that the estimated 30%+ local cost share required for the estimated $19,000,000 total project cost which will be available through the 1/2 Cents Sales Tax Transportation and Street Improvements Program- Green Light Plan. By Transportation and Drainage Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Council Memo and Backup Documents 70. 17-01182 Authorization for the Mayor-President and/or Chairman of the Airport Commission to execute Supplemental Agreement No. 1 to the Forte and Tablada, Inc. Contract for Design and Construction Administration Services for the North General Aviation Development Project in an amount not to exceed $113,808 (Account #482.0989002.652310.8490506). By Interim Aviation Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Cover Letter 71. 17-01184 Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute Articles of Agreement with AT &T Louisiana for modification to their utility facility on Green Light Plan Project Glen Oaks Drive (Plank Road to McClelland Drive) C-P Project No. 12-CS-HC-0047, for a maximum compensation of $46,781.57. ( Account No. 339.7260542.652310.5925712). By Transportation and Drainage Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Council Memo and Backup Documents 72. 17-01185 Authorizing the Mayor President through the Department of Transportation and Drainage to submit a System Preservation Project to the Capital Region Metropolitan Planning Organization (CRMPO) for consideration of federal funding assistance under the Federal Fiscal Year (FFY) 2020, 2021, and 2022 "Call for Surface Transportation Block Grant Program (STBG) Project Funds for Urban Areas Greater than 200,000 Population (STBG>200K)," in connection with the Dijon Extension Project Phase 2. With the commitment that the local cost share required for the estimated $7,5000,000 total project cost will be met through in-kind rights-of-way donations. By Transportation and Drainage Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Council Memo and Backup Documents 73. 17-01186 Authorizing the Mayor-President, on behalf of the Office of Community Development, to enter into a contract for grant management services and related activities with the East Baton Rouge Redevelopment Authority for Community Planning and Development grant programs of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, in an amount not to exceed $550,000.00. By Mayor-President. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Supporting Documentation 74. 17-01187 Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a contract with ECM Consulting, Inc. to provide professional engineering services for the Port Hudson Pride Road at Copper Mill Bayou Bridge Replacement project, being City-Parish Project No. l 6-BR-US-0020 in an amount not to exceed $139,232.68. (Account No. 145. 7545002.652330.5304613). By Transportation and Drainage Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Council Memo and Backup Documents 75. 17-01191 Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a grant agreement with the Corporation for National and Community Services to participate in the AmeriCorps VISTA program that will provide eight fellows to help lead and coordinate the effort to strengthen communities in underserved, impoverished areas. The total grant budget is $228,196. The local matching requirement will be met through in-kind services of $57,000 ,and cash match of $27,124. By Office of the Mayor-President. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Council Memo 76. 17-01192 Authorize the Mayor-President to execute a grant agreement with the National Association of Police Athletic/Activities Leagues, Inc. to participate in the National PAL Mentoring Initiative that will implement youth mentoring programs that strengthen and expand mentoring services to at-risk/high-risk youth populations and youth with enlisted parents. The total grant budget is $36,000. By Office of the Mayor-President. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Council Memo 77. 17-01198 Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a supplemental agreement No.1 for Professional Services with RCL Architecture, LLC in connection with the new facility construction for the EBRP Mosquito Abatement and Rodent Control District 1. The amount of the Professional Services Contract will not exceed $32,205, and the contract will be extended for three (3) months (Account No. 336.7520314.651300.598314). By Mosquito and Rodent Control Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Supplement Agreement-RCL Architecture, LLC Supplement Agreement-RCL Architecture, LLC 78. 17-01199 Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a supplemental agreement no. 1 for Professional Services with Beard International Services & Technologies, LLC in connection with the new facility construction for the EBRP Mosquito Abatement and Rodent Control District. The amount of the Professional Services Contract will not exceed $104,700, and the contract will be extended to March 31, 2018 (Account No. 336.7520314.651300.598314). By Mosquito and Rodent Control Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 13, 2017 Cover Letter Beard International Services & Technologies Beard International Services & Technologies
CONDEMNATIONS 79. 17-00633 James R. Davis, Jr. and Annie H. Davis 6524 Buttonwood Drive, Lot 119 North Merrydale - Council District 5 - Green This item was deferred from May 24, 2017 Picture Picture Inspector's Report Picture Picture 80. 17-00635 Emil Rafael Duchene 2789 Morning Glory Avenue (House, Rear Shed & Abandoned Vehicle), Lot 7-A-1, Square 1 Belle Pointe Subdivision - Council District 12 - Freiberg This item was deferred from May 24, 2017 Picture Picture Inspector's Report Picture Picture 81. 17-01060 Bonnie Nobu Bourg and Troy Daniel Becker 1062 Sparrow Street; Lot 16, Sq. 10, Scotland Heights Subdivision - Council District 2 Picture Picture Inspector's Report Banks 82. 17-01061 TAMS, INC. 3522 Fairwoods Drive; Lot 30 Fairwoods Subdivision - Council District 7 Picture Picture Inspector's Report Cole 83. 17-01062 Bertha McCoy 6137 St. Katherine Ave; Lot 394 (House and rear shed) Brookstown Place Sudivision - Council District 5 - Green Picture Picture Inspector's Report 84. 17-01063 Annie Collins Spencer 1162 North 38th Street; Lot 8, Sq. 22 Eden Park Subdivision - Council District 7 Picture Picture Inspector's Report Cole 85. 17-01064 The Estate of Mary Early Winding 828 Eddie Robinson Sr. Drive (House & Rear Shed); N ½ of Lot 38, Sq. 240 Favrot Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker Picture Picture Inspector's Report 86. 17-01065 The Estate of Louisa Mae Antwine Scott 990 Bayberry Avenue; Lot 296 Park Vista Subdivision - Council District 2 - Banks Picture Picture Inspector's Report
17-01043 Authorizing the Mayor-President to accept a grant from the Louisiana Highway Safety Commission in the amount of $675,024.00. This grant program allows the Baton Rouge Police Department the opportunity to participate in overtime programs targeting impaired driving, speed enforcement, occupant protection, and underage drinking, along with obtaining law enforcement equipment. This grant is 100% state funded with no matching funds. By Police Chief. Legislation Cover Letter
17-01047 Authorizing the Mayor-President on behalf of Baton Rouge City Court to execute a grant award from Louisiana Commission on Law Enforcement for the purpose of providing advocacy within the operation of the Baton Rouge City Court Domestic Violence Court, in the amount of $14,400.00, 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 Cover Letter - Victim Advocate Application Award Letter Grant Budget
17-01048 Authorizing the Mayor-President on behalf of Baton Rouge City Court to execute a grant award from Louisiana Commission on Law Enforcement for the purpose of operating the Baton Rouge City Court Domestic Violence Court, in the amount of $47,200.00, 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 Cover Letter - BIP Application Grant Budget Award Letter
17-01049 Authorizing the Mayor-President on behalf of Baton Rouge City Court to enter into a Professional Services Agreement with LaJuan Brown Delmore in the amount of $55,800.00 so as to provide services as Domestic Violence BIP Interventionist for the Baton Rouge City Court Domestic Violence Court for the period of January 1, 2017 through December 31, 2017, grant funded by Louisiana Commission on Law Enforcement and cash match. By Clerk of Court/Judicial Administrator. Legislation Cover Letter - L. Delmore Contract - L. Delmore
17-01050 Authorizing the Mayor-President on behalf of Baton Rouge City Court to enter into a Professional Services Agreement with J.R. “John” Campbell in the amount of $15,000.00 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 Louisiana Commission on Law Enforcement and cash match. By Clerk of Court/Judicial Administrator. Legislation Contract - J. Campbell Contract - J. Campbell
17-01045 Appointing Ashley Beck as Council Administrator-Treasurer effective November 25, 2017 at Step 8 of pay range 2370. By Councilmembers Banks and Watson. Legislation resolution
17-00864 A resolution appointing a representative of the Parish of East Baton Rouge and City of Baton Rouge to the board of directors of the Louisiana Local Government Environmental Facilities and Community Development Authority. By Bond Counsel. This item was deferred from July 26, 2017 LCDA appointment
17-00865 A resolution appointing a representative of the East Baton Rouge Sewerage Commission to the board of directors of the Louisiana Local Government Environmental Facilities and Community Development Authority. By Bond Counsel. This item was deferred from July 26, 2017 LCDA
95. 17-01054 Rescinding and cancelling the Decision and Order issued on July 26, 2017, in the matter of "City of Baton Rouge v. Stanley Dixon, Sr. and Darius Dixon - Condemnation Proceeding No. 9750 (10310 Elm Grove Garden Drive; Lot L, Square 8; Elm Grove Garden Farms Subdivision). By Councilwoman Chauna Banks. Legislation Supporting Documentation 96. 17-01055 Rescinding and cancelling the Decision and Order issued on July 26, 2017, in the matter of "City of Baton Rouge v. Joshua C. White, Christian Michael White, Nakeya L. White, and Laneisha White - Condemnation Proceeding No.9751 (9797 Avenue B; Lot 30, Square 17; University Place Subdivision)). By Councilwoman Chauna Banks. Legislation Supporting Documentation 97. 17-01056 Rescinding and directing the Clerk of Court to cancel the Decision and Order recorded on May 16, 2017 at Original 515 of Bundle 12813 in the matter of "City of Baton Rouge vs. Joyce N. Leduff” - Condemnation Proceeding No. 9716 (1973 Kentucky Street; Lot 34; Square 15, South Baton Rouge Subdivision). By Councilwoman Tara Wicker. Legislation Supporting Documentation 98. 17-01057 Rescinding and directing the Clerk of Court to cancel the Decision and Order recorded on June 1, 2017 at Original 791 of Bundle 12816 in the matter of "City of Baton Rouge vs. Sidney Joseph Fremin”- Condemnation Proceeding No. 9729 (2049 Jasper Avenue; Lot 187, Broussard Plaza Subdivision). By Councilman Chandler Loupe. Legislation Supporting Documentation
17-01058 Authorizing the Mayor-President to accept a grant award in the amount of $10,000 from the Waterford III Entergy Operations, Inc. - 2016. By Kellie McGaha, Mayor's Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness Interim Director. Legislation Cover Letter
17-01059 Authorizing the Mayor-President to prepare and submit a hazard mitigation grant application under the reallocation of program funding from Hurricanes Gustav and Ike (DR-1786 and DR-1792). This funding requires a 25% non-federal cost share. By Kellie McGaha, Mayor's Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness Interim Director. Legislation Cover Letter
17-01067 Expressing the support of the Metropolitan Council for the investigation by the Louisiana Department of Justice into the July 5, 2016 shooting of Alton Sterling to be conducted and concluded as expeditiously as possible. By Councilmembers Buddy Amoroso, Lamont Cole, Donna Collins-Lewis, Barbara Freiberg, Erika Green, Dwight Hudson, Matt Watson, Trae Welch, & Tara Wicker. Legislation Cover Letter
17-01069 Authorizing the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute Amendment No. 3 with Professional Sewer Rehabilitation, Inc. for construction services in connection with the Annual Parishwide Sanitary Sewer and Storm Water Pump Station Wet Well Cleaning Project, being Project No. 15-PC-WC-0034, resulting in an increase in contract of $202,250.00. (Account No. 410.7070603.647610.0000000). By Environmental Services Director. Council Memo
17-01076 Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a contract with Shread-Kuyrkedal & Associates, Inc. to provide professional engineering services for the Port Hickey Road at Drainage Bayou Bridge Replacement project, being City-Parish Project No. 16-BR-US-0019 in an amount not to exceed $127,586.76. By Transportation and Drainage Director. Council Memo and Backup Documents
17-01077 Amending resolution 52831, adopted April 26, 2017, which authorized the Mayor-President to execute a contract for professional engineering services for the Cal Road and Moss Side Lane Bridge Replacements project, being City-Parish Project No. 16-BR-US-0021, so as to reflect the contract amount not to exceed $320,565.62 and amend Section 1 to reflect a cost of $217,889.93 for the Cal Road Bridge Replacement. By Transportation and Drainage Director. Legislation Agenda Space Request Council Memo
17-01078 Amending resolution 52242, adopted June 22, 2016 which authorized the Mayor-President to execute Supplemental Agreement No. 1 to a contract with Liacia Baaheth, LLC to provide right-of-way acquisition services in association with the Glen Oaks Drive (Plank Rd to McClelland Drive) improvement project, being city-parish project no. 12-CS-HC-0047, to provide for the vendor's proper name, being Lacy Baaheth, LLC. By Transportation and Drainage Director. Council Memo and Backup Documents
17-01079 Amending the 2017 Current Expense Budget so as to appropriate $23,000.00 for the purpose of establishing a special revenue fund budget entitled "19th Judicial District Court - Off-Duty Police Witness Fees" for the purpose of paying witness fees to off-duty law enforcement officers, in accordance with La. R.S. 15:255. By 19th Judicial District Court. Legislation Supporting Documentation - BS 8595 Other
17-01080 Fixing and Establishing the Annual Compensation of the City Constable for the term commencing January 1, 2019, in accordance with Section 11.05 of the Plan of Government. By Council Administrator/Treasurer. cover letter City Constable Pay comparison Resolution
17-01091 Amending resolution 52988 to revise the list of additional properties approved for the 24th street project by the Council pursuant to resolution 52988, said revisions to be made in accordance with the attached exhibit A-1. By Community Development Director. Legislation Supporting Documentation
109. 17-00931 Lot: Subdivision: Applicant: Address: Metro Council District: Initial Bid Amount Advanced costs required (certified funds): Appraised Value: Taxes Due: Bids Received: High Bidder: Intended Use: 45, Square 18 Hollywood Michael Jones Hollywood Street 5 - Green $ 500.00 $ 675.00 $ 6,700.00 $ 822.52 8/16/2017 Michael Jones - $1,000.00 Build it up 110. 17-00932 Lot: Subdivision: Applicant: Address: Metro Council District: Initial Bid Amount Advanced costs required (certified funds): Appraised Value: Taxes Due: Bids Received: High Bidder: Intended Use: 4+ (part), Square 348 Powers Michael Jones 635 Marcellious Lane 10 - Wicker $ 1,000.00 $ 780.00 $ 3,000.00 $ 1,430.18 8/16/2017 Michael Jones - $1,500.00 Build it up. 111. 17-00933 Lot: Subdivision: Applicant: Address: Metro Council District: Initial Bid Amount Advanced costs required (certified funds): Appraised Value: Taxes Due: Bids Received: High Bidder: Intended Use: 58, Square 1 Progress Park Charles L. Stewart, Jr. North 30th Street 7 - Cole $ 500.00 $ 780.00 $ 4,000.00 $ 2,410.33 8/16/2017 Charles L. Stewart, Jr. - $1,100.00 Additional property for family.
112. 17-00934 Lot: Subdivision: Applicant: Address: Metro Council District: Initial Bid Amount Advanced costs required (certified funds): Appraised Value: Taxes Due: Bids Received: High Bidder: 22+, Square 28 Zion City Anna M. Etuk Ford Street 5 - Green $ 200.00 $ 780.00 $ 6,000.00 $ 1,684.96 8/16/2017 DELETED by Parish Attorney due to publication error.
17-00935 Lot: Subdivision: Applicant: Address: Metro Council District: Initial Bid Amount Advanced costs required (certified funds): Appraised Value: Taxes Due: Bids Received: High Bidder: Intended Use: 16, Square 1 Clarksdale Anna M. Etuk Fairchild Street 2 - Banks $ 200.00 $ 500.00 $ 5,000.00 $ 1,045.97 8/16/2017 Anna M. Etuk Build on it.
ADMINISTRATIVE MATTER INTRODUCTIONS ADMINISTRATIVE MATTER ITEMS
114. 16-00521 BOARD OF APPEAL Concurring in the Mayor-Presidents reappointing or replacing Craig Sauviac, whose term expires on November 17, 2016, effective November 18, 2016. This is for a four (4) year term. Current Ballot This item was deferred from October 12, 2016, November 9, 2016, January 11, 2017, February 8, 2017 and March 8, 2017, and appears on the agenda due to a loss of quorum at the April 12, 2017 Council meeting. Deferred from the April 26, 2017 and the May 24, 2017 meeting. Due to expiration of time at the June 28, 2017, this item now appears on the agenda for July 26, 2017 115. 17-00803 Board of Appeal Concurring in the Mayor-President’s replacement of Pete Firmin. This is a four year term effective July 1, 2017. (General Contractor) Current Ballot This item was deferred from the June 14, 2017 Council meeting. Due to expiration of time at the June 28, 2017, this item now appears on the agenda for July 26, 2017 116. 17-00804 Board of Appeal Concurring in the Mayor-President’s replacement of Marvin Ragland Jr. This is a four year term effective July 1, 2017. (Architect) Current Ballot This item was deferred from the June 14, 2017 Council meeting. Due to expiration of time at the June 28, 2017, this item now appears on the agenda for July 26, 2017 117. 17-00805 Board of Appeal Concurring in the Mayor-President’s replacement of James Clary. This is a four year term effective July 1, 2017. Current Ballot This item was deferred from the June 14, 2017 Council meeting. Due to expiration of time at the June 28, 2017, this item now appears on the agenda for July 26, 2017 118. 17-00806 Board of Appeal Concurring in the Mayor-President’s replacement of Bill McDaniel. This is a four year term effective July 1, 2017. Current Ballot This item was deferred from the June 14, 2017 Council meeting. Due to expiration of time at the June 28, 2017, this item now appears on the agenda for July 26
17-01193 Capital Region Planning Commission One appointment to fill the unexpired term of John Delgado. Term expires 12-31-2019. (Must be an elected official) Current Ballot
17-01194 Capital Region Planning Commission One appointment to fill the unexpired term of Ryan Heck. Term expires 12-31-2019. (Must be an elected official) Current Ballot
17-01195 Capital Regioin Planning Commission Concurring in the Mayor's appointment of Rex Cabaniss. This term expires December 31, 2019. Current Ballot Joshua Joseph (Received letter requesting appointment)
122. 17-01122 City Court Exterior Repairs and Renovations – Phase I Project Number: 16-ASC-CP-0987 Original Estimated Cost: $ 355,900.00 Purchase Order Number: 160669 Account Number: 012.7805000.647200.4000000 Council Award Date: 4/27/2016 Contractor: Ribbeck Construction Corporation Change Order Number: Two (2) - Extend contract time by 161 calendar days Change Order Amount: $ 205,630.17 Original Contract Amount: $ 355,900.00 Net Previous Changes: $ 0.00 New Contract Amount: $ 561,530.17 Description: To provide additional work to repair deteriorated balustrade and cornice building elements over the five (5) entrance bays over the building entrance; Extend contract time by 161 days. Why Required: Continuation of existing renovation work to include additional areas. Time extension required due to change in scope of work. Cover Letter Other 123. 17-01146 River Center Branch Library Project Number: Original Estimated Cost: Purchase Order Number: Account Number: Council Award Date: Contractor: Change Order Number: Change Order Amount: 15-ASC-CP-0927 $ 15,100,000.00 160644 336.7520285.651300.5982311 4/27/2016 Buquet & LeBlanc, Incorporated Four (4) $ 36,833.00 Original Contract Amount: $ 14,564,000.00 Net Previous Changes: New Contract Amount: Description: Why Required: $ 157,494.00 $ 14,758,327.00 Remove chill water pipe and cap open ends; Reinstall chill water lines and backfill to top of subgrade. Mechanical Piping and Conduit conflicts, Cover Letter Other 124. 17-01163 PS 136 Rehabilitation and PS 481 Demolition Project Project Number: Original Estimated Cost: Purchase Order Number: Account Number: Council Award Date: Contractor: Change Order Number: Change Order Amount: 99-RMP-S16B $ 278,000.00 170419 411.7572803.752400.6087304 2/8/2017 The Lemoine Company, LLC One $ 0.00 Original Contract Amount: $ 310,800.00 Net Previous Changes: New Contract Amount: Description: Why Required: $ 0.00 $ 310,800.00 To provide for additional electrical components and misc. pump components at PS 136, final adjustment of quantities and to closeout the project. To facilitate closeout of the project. Council Memo 125. 17-01165 Highland Road Pipeline Improvements-Part B Project Number: Original Estimated Cost: Purchase Order Number: Account Number: 11-FM-MS-004B $ 9,900,000.00 150058 441.7578243.752400.6087373; 443.7578243.752400.6087373 11/12/2014 Hemphill Construction Company, Inc. Two $ (1,660,772.85) Council Award Date: Contractor: Change Order Number: Change Order Amount: Original Contract Amount: $ 8,719,760.00 Net Previous Changes: $ (718,814.94) New Contract Amount: $ 6,340,172.21 Description: Final adjustment of quantities and to closeout the project. Why Required: To facilitate closeout of the project. Council Memo 126. 17-01196 Change Order No.2-MARC New Facility Construction Contract As the result of unforeseen site conditions at the MARC’s new facility constructions site, additional earthwork and foundation modifications were required. In addition, project design changes, which include mechanical revisions for sub-surface drainage, electrical systems, facility signage, structural/pavement changes, and product alterations, were required. These items will extend the contract by 73 days. This contract time extension includes 45 days as the result of rain delays through June 30. These changes are all value added engineering to improve facility/site conditions and reduce the life-cycle cost. The cost of this change order will not exceed the project’s budget Project Number: 59083114 Original Estimated Cost: $ 7,227,000.00 Purchase Order Number: 1605909 Account Number: 336.1100004.651300.5983114 Council Award Date: 8/23/2017 Contractor: Ratcliff Construction Change Order Number: 2 Change Order Amount: $ 228,191.32 Original Contract Amount: $ 7,455,191.32 Net Previous Changes: $ 0.00 New Contract Amount: $ 7,747,831.03 Description: As the result of unforeseen site conditions at the MARC’s new facility construction site, additional earthwork and foundation modifications were required. In addition, project design changes, which include mechanical revisions for sub-surface drainage, electrical systems, facility signage, structural/pavement changes, and product alterations, were required. These items will extend the construction contract by 73 days. Why Required: Value Engineering for reduced life-cycle costs and due to site conditions. Time extension includes rain delays through June 2017. Change Order No.2-MARC New Facility Construction Contract Other
127. 17-01164 PS 136 Rehabilitation and PS 481 Demolition Project Project Number: 99-RMP-S16B Account Number: 411.7572803.752400.6087304 Council Award Date: 2/8/2017 Contractor: The Lemoine Company, LLC Estimated Cost: $ 278,000.00 Contract Amount: $ 310,800.00 Total Change Orders: (One): $ 0.00 Final Cost: $ 310,800.00 Days Allocated: 120 Days Used: 106 Liquidated Damages: $ 0.00 Council Memo 128. 17-01166 Highland Road Pipeline Improvements-Part B Project Number: Account Number: Council Award Date: Contractor: Estimated Cost: Contract Amount: 11-FM-MS-004B 441.7578243.752400.6087373; 443.7578243.752400.6087373 11/12/2014 Hemphill Construction Company, Inc. $ 9,900,000.00 $ 8,719,760.00 Total Change Orders: (Two): $ (2,379,587.79) Final Cost: $ 6,340,172.21 Days Allocated: 761 Days Used: 761 Liquidated Damages: $ 0.00 Council Memo
ACCEPTANCE OF LOW BIDS 129. 17-01148 East Baton Rouge Parish Prison Fire Alarm System Replacement. Awarding the contract to provide all labor, materials and equipment necessary to install and replace the current Fire Alarm System and all existing Fire Alarm Devices. Fire Marshall Submittals, equipment, cable, installation, panel connection, system programming and system certification. Approved or equal to New Edwards EST Net-workable Fire Alarm System, to the low bidder, Simpson Security Systems, Inc.; and directing the execution of the contract covering such work. Project: RQ041238 Account: 012.7805000.647200.4 Estimate: $119,420.00 *Local **In State ** Simpson Security Systems Inc. $ 112,488.00 ***Allied Systems $ 134,600.00 ***Facility Automation Inc. $ 239,985.00 Low Bidder Approval Bid Tabulation Bid Results 130. 17-01158 NWWTP Master Plan: Plant and Master SCADA Project: 13-TP-MS-047C Account: 436.7579323.752400.6140601; 411.7579323.752400.6140601 Estimate: $2,500,000.00 *Local **In State *QDS Systems, Inc. $ 2,290,000.00 **Ernest P. Breaux Electrical, LLC $ 2,649,830.00 Council Memo 131. 17-01178 Airpark Boulevard Extension Project: SP H.011976 Account: 482.0989002.652310.8490506 Estimate: $2,329,000.00 *Local **In State Magee Excavation and Development, L.L.C. $ 2,101,211.80 Boone Services, LLC $ 2,162,410.85 Command Construction $ 2,166,666.66 Kort Construction Services $ 2,200,962.50 Hard Rock Construction $ 2,201,287.25 Merrick, LLC $ 2,226,638.85 Barber Brothers $ 2,340,409.55 Cecil Perry Improvements $ 2,348,894.00 L. King Company $ 2,423,550.39 Industrial Enterprises, Inc. $ 3,055,535.88 Cover Letter 132. 17-01188 PECOS AVENUE BRIDGE REPLACEMENT OVER SHOE CREEK Project: 12-BR-PT-0019 Account: 145.7545002.652330.5304411 Estimate: $1,799,484.00 *Local **In State * Brown Industrial Construction, LLC $ 1,823,895.70 ** Guinn Construction, LLC $ 1,845,963.50 * Coastal Bridge Company, LLC $ 2,192,569.20 * JB James Construction, LLC $ 2,402,411.37 * James Construction Group, LLC $ 2,597,969.00 Council Memo and Backup Documents 133. 17-01189 SALES TAX STREET AND ROAD REHABILITATION PROGRAM PROJECT 15-09 PEAIRS RD & COMITE DR Project: 16-AO-ST-0027 Account: 147.7210012.647100.2025615 Estimate: $1,600,000.00 *Local **In State **R. J. Daigle and Sons Contractors, Inc. $ 1,130,816.89 **Barriere Construction Co. $ 1,227,452.25 *Barber Brothers Contg. Co., LLC $ 1,319,399.90 *Coastal Bridge Co., LLC $ 1,333,809.39 Council Memo and Backup Documents
17-01053 Requesting a report from the Finance Department regarding the utilization of the Industrial Tax Exemption Program in East Baton Rouge Parish. By Councilman Lamont Cole. This item was deferred from August 9, 2017 cover memo Report
135. 17-01118 Requesting a report from the Office of Community Development on the required return of $1.3 million – $1.5 million in federal funds and the source of those funds. By Councilwoman Banks. cover letter 136. 17-01119 Requesting a report from the Office of Community Development on the expenditure of the $11 million in HUD grant funds that were allocated to the City-Parish and then delegated to the State of Louisiana, including a report on the time-line of the transfer, the qualifications of victims to receive funds, and the amount that has been paid to flood victims. By Councilwoman Banks. cover letter 137. 17-01120 Requesting a report from the Office of Community Development on the structure of the department, including a list and description of the grants received from 2014-2017 by the department, the current fund balances, and the programs that the department operates. By Councilwoman Banks. cover letter 138. 17-01121 Requesting a report by the Office of Community Development of the job titles of all current employees, including years of service. By Councilwoman Banks.
17-01171 Expressing the opposition of the Metropolitan Council to the proposal by BREC staff to move the Baton Rouge Zoo from its location on Thomas Road in East Baton Rouge Parish. By Councilwoman Banks. Reason for emergency: The BREC Commission meets on August 24th to consider an item that would allow the BREC Superintendent to explore properties as a new site for the zoo. In order for this resolution to be forwarded to the Commission before its vote, it must be voted on by the Metro Council on August 23rd.
17-01183 Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a contract with CSRS, Inc. to provide Professional Services dealing with Public Outreach Support Services in connection with the proposed BTR Transportation Plan in an amount not to exceed $49,100.00. By Transportation and Drainage Director. Reason for emergency: This item and contract are time sensitive due to the needs of the BTR Transportation Plan ADJOURNMENT