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PRESENTATIONS AND SPECIAL RECOGNITIONS
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18-00543 Approval and adoption of the Metropolitan Council Zoning Meeting of April 18, 2018, Metropolitan Council Meeting of April 25, 2018 and the Greater Baton Rouge Airport Commission Meeting of May 1, 2018. By Council Administrator/Treasurer.
SECTION 2.12 INTRODUCTIONS 2. 18-00515 Amending Title 1 (Municipal and Parish Organization), Chapter 1 (Governing Body), Part 1 (Rules of Procedure) of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Baton Rouge and Parish of East Baton Rouge to amend Section 1:2.1 so as to require introduction and reading by title a first time of any discussion item added to the Metropolitan Council agenda not less than six days before that item can appear as an item for public hearing. By Councilman Dwight Hudson. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on May 23, 2018 cover memo 3. 18-00529 Providing for the extension of the City Limits of the City of Baton Rouge and the inclusion of the area described in the petition for annexation submitted by Kohl’s Department Stores, Inc.; a certain lot or parcel of land designated as parcel C-1-C-2-A, Siegen Park Mall, East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana, and being more particularly described in the petition for annexation. By Council Administrator/Treasurer. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on May 23, 2018 petition for annexation 4. 18-00530 A resolution authorizing the replacement of the existing letter of credit provided by JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., with an alternate letter of credit provided by Citibank, N.A., in connection with the $93,440,000 Road and Street Improvement Sales Tax Revenue Refunding Bonds, Series 2008A, of the Parish of East Baton Rouge; authorizing the preparation and distribution of a remarketing memorandum or similar offering document related to the remarketing of the Series 2008A Bonds; providing for the execution and delivery of a reimbursement agreement and any and all other documents and certificates required in connection with the provision of the alternate letter of credit; and providing for other matters related thereto. By Bond Counsel. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on May 23, 2018 Cover Letter 5. 18-00532 A resolution providing for canvassing the returns and declaring the result of the election held in the City of Baton Rouge, State of Louisiana, on Saturday, April 28, 2018, for the purpose of authorizing the levy and collection of a 0.87 mills ad valorem tax on all property subject to taxation within the boundaries of the City of Baton Rouge, State of Louisiana, for a period of ten (10) years, commencing with the tax collection for the year 2018, and annually thereafter, to and including the year 2027, to be used entirely and exclusively to provide funds to enable the City of Baton Rouge, State of Louisiana, to provide a three-platoon police system in the Police Department of the City of Baton Rouge; and providing for other matters in connection therewith. By Bond Counsel. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on May 23, 2018 Cover Letter 6. 18-00534 An ordinance authorizing an 0.87 ad valorem tax millage rate (Three-Platoon Police System) within the boundaries of the City of Baton Rouge on all taxable property therein to be levied during the calendar year 2018; providing notice that a public hearing regarding the adoption of this ordinance shall be held on Wednesday, June 13, 2018 at 4:00 P.M. in the Metropolitan Council Chambers at 222 Saint Louis Street, Third Floor, Baton Rouge, Louisiana. By Council Administrator/Treasurer. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on June 13, 2018 cover memo 7. 18-00551 Amending the Code of Ordinances of the City of Baton Rouge and Parish of East Baton Rouge, Title 9 (Licensing and Regulation of Trades and Occupations), Chapter 18 (Wine, Beer, and Liquor), Section 9:1005 (Special and Temporary Business or Organizational Permits) so as to add a section to create an on premise after hours permit. By Councilman LaMont Cole. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on May 23, 2018 Draft - Ordinance 8. 18-00555 Amending the 2018 current expense budget for the District 1 Volunteer Fire Protection District to appropriate $107,209.43 from the fire district's fund balance. This will provide funding for contractual obligations payable to the Zachary fire department for fire services provided in 2017. Budget Supplement 8636. By District 1 Volunteer Fire Protection District Chief. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on May 23, 2018 Supporting Documentation 9. 18-00557 Authorizing the Mayor-President to amend a contract with Hunt Guillot and Associates LLC. from the current amount of $17,500.00 to a not to exceed amount of $60,000 and to extend the contract period to December 31, 2018 for a contract period of 12/20/2017 to December 31, 2018. This contract will provide grant management and environmental review responsibilities for the Office of Community Development; and all other duties as assigned; and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. This amendment will allow the Office of Community Development to continue it business operations while conducting a full competitive RFP process for these services. By Purchasing Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on May 23, 2018 Cover Letter CONDEMNATION INTRODUCTIONS 10. 18-00519 Anne Harris Shields 3145 Toronto Drive, Lot 169 Village Cote Subdivision - Council District 4 - Wilson Introduce for public hearing/meeting on May 23, 2018 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 11. 18-00520 Moses Harris & Elnora Harris 5765 Alexander Ave (House and Rear Shed), Lot 232 Legion Village Subdivision - Council District 5 - Green Introduce for public hearing/meeting on May 23, 2018 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 12. 18-00521 Audrey Nabors Jackson 3637 Vaughn Drive, Lot 20 Village Park Subdivision - Council District 5 - Green Introduce for public hearing/meeting on May 23, 2018 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 13. 18-00522 Lillie Mae Montague 5047 Stearns Street (House and Rear Shed), Lot 6&7, Square 20 Fortune Addition Subdivision; Property ID:1338048 - Council District 5 - Green Introduce for public hearing/meeting on May 23, 2018 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 14. 18-00523 Donald Matthews 5130 Adams Ave, Lot 24 & 25, Square 13 East Fairfields Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole Introduce for public hearing/meeting on May 23, 2018 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 15. 18-00524 Gillis Hawthorne & Rashonda Hawthorne 5233 Washington Ave, Lot 3, Square 18 East Fairfields Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole Introduce for public hearing/meeting on May 23, 2018 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 16. 18-00525 Vernan Wayne Roberson 1420 North 46th Street, Lot 9, Square 54 Greenville Extension Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole Introduce for public hearing/meeting on May 23, 2018 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 17. 18-00526 Charles E. Burton & Orelia Burton 4747 Madison Ave (House and Rear Garage), Lot 18, Square 2 East Fairfields Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole Introduce for public hearing/meeting on May 23, 2018 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 18. 18-00527 Juanita Theresa Sanford Brown 4724 Madison Ave (Garage Only), Lot 23, Square 3 East Fairfields Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole Introduce for public hearing/meeting on May 23, 2018 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 19. 18-00528 Lugene Realty 3686 Brady Street, Lot 69, Square 285 Highland Gardens Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole Introduce for public hearing/meeting on May 23, 2018 Picture Picture Inspector's Report ADJUDICATED PROPERTY INTRODUCTIONS PLANNING AND ZONING INTRODUCTIONS OTHER INTRODUCTIONS 20. 18-00514 Authorizing the Mayor-President to apply for funding under the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) – August 2016 Flood (DR-4277). Governor John Bel Edwards announced a funding opportunity for East Baton Rouge Parish. This opportunity comes as a result of damages and losses that occurred within the Parish during the August 2016 Flood. By Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on May 23, 2018 Cover Letter 21. 18-00518 Authorizing the Mayor-President to submit a substantial amendment to the City- Parish Consolidated plan and strategy 2015-2019 and Action Plan 2016 to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for the purpose of revising the plan approved by Metropolitan Council Resolution 52562 so as to reallocate $3,300,000.00 in available Community Development Block Grant Declared Disaster Recovery Funds to rental housing construction and rehabilitation. By Community Development Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on May 23, 2018 Cover Letter Contract 22. 18-00533 Authorizing the Mayor-President to enter into a right of way and servitude agreement with Pennington Oil & Gas Interests, LLC, over a portion of those certain tracts or parcels of land situated in sections 79, 80, 81, 82, 83 and 84, Township 5 South, Range 1 West, East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana. By Director of Environmental Services. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on May 23, 2018 Supporting Documentation Contract Map 23. 18-00544 Authorization for the Mayor-President and/or Chairman of the Airport Commission to execute a Consultant Services Contract with Shread-Kuyrkendall & Associates, Inc. for Design Services for the Cell Lot/ Viewing Area in an amount not to exceed $43,196.00. (Account #5810-0900-30-0920-0000-0000-000000-643500). By Interim Aviation Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on May 23, 2018 Cover Letter 24. 18-00545 Authorization for the Mayor-President and/or Chairman of the Airport Commission to execute a Professional Services Agreement with Infrastructure Consulting & Engineering for an airport Pavement Strength (PCN) Report in an amount not to exceed $45,621.47 (Account# 5810-0900-30-0920-0000-0000-000000-643500). By Interim Aviation Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on May 23, 2018 Cover Letter 25. 18-00552 Authorizing the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute Articles of Agreement - Changes to Utility Facilities with Entergy Gulf States Louisiana, LLC for the relocation and/or adjustment of electrical distribution facilities associated with Florida Boulevard Pump Stations Improvements, Project No. 11-PS-MS-0003 in an amount not to exceed $195,969.57 (Account No. 80872-5443000004-SSO2RC0037-653580). By Environmental Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on May 23, 2018 Council Memo
26. 17-01609 Dwayne M. Armstrong and Cathy Ann Armstrong 2530 Laurel Street, Lot 5, Square 18 Duchein Place Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker This item was deferred from December 13, 2017 and February 14, 2018 Picture Picture Inspector's Report Picture Picture Picture Picture 27. 17-01610 Dwayne M. Armstrong and Cathy Ann Armstrong 2528 Laurel Street, Lot 4, Square 18 Duchein Place Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker This item was deferred from December 13, 2017 and February 14, 2018 Picture Picture Inspector's Report Picture Picture Picture Picture 28. 17-01568 Ann Robertson 2672 Jura Street, Lot 8, Square 7 McGrath Heights Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole This item was deferred from November 21, 2017, January 10, 2018, and March 14, 2018 Picture Picture Inspector's Report Picture Picture Picture Picture Picture Picture 29. 18-00089 William Thomas 2524 Delta Street, Lot 12, Square 4 Valley Park Annex Subdivision - Council District 12 - Freiberg This item was deferred from February 14, 2018 and March 14, 2018 Picture Picture Inspector's Report Picture Picture Picture Picture 30. 18-00212 Kenyatta Powell Jackson & Jonathan Jackson 1263 Fig Street, Lot 5, Square 30 Swart Addition Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker This item was deferred from March 14, 2018 Picture Picture Inspector's Report Picture Picture 31. 18-00454 Carolina Webb Johnson, Clinton Ray Johnson, Rosa Johnson Alexander, Roy Lee Johnson, Roosevelt Johnson, Catherine Johnson Thomas, Claudia Johnson Lawson, Barbara Ann Johnson, Joyce Marie Johnson Pinkins, Milton Johnson, Frank Johnson Jr. 14230 Glynn Rd, Lot 19 Pettit Place Subdivision - Council District 2 - Banks Picture Picture Inspector's Report 32. 18-00455 Harold Shyrigh Hood 5675 Guice Drive (House and Rear Shed), Lot 8 Oak Haven Subdivision - Council District 2 - Banks Picture Picture Inspector's Report 33. 18-00456 Susan Halley Kleinpeter 5329 Peerless Street, Lot 11-A, Square 35 Fortune Subdivision - Council District 5 - Green Picture Picture Inspector's Report 34. 18-00457 Le Hieu Tran 5357 Annette Street, Lot 16 Brookstown Place Subdivision - Council District 5 - Green Picture Picture Inspector's Report 35. 18-00458 The Estate of Joseph Roland Chenier, Charles Warner Chenier, Caesar S. Chenier, Jr. 1522 Tinga Street, Lot 4A, 4B, and 5 (Resub of Lots 4 and 5 Addition to Suburb Swart) Property Identification Number 005-6077-4 - Council District 10 - Wicker Picture Picture Inspector's Report 36. 18-00459 The Estate of Joseph Roland Chenier, Charles Warner Chenier, Caesar S. Chenier, Jr. 1526 Tinga Street, Lot 4A, 4B, and 5 (Resub of Lots 4 and 5 Addition to Suburb Swart) Property Identification Number 005-6078-2 - Council District 10 - Wicker Picture Picture Inspector's Report 37. 18-00460 Lee Bates 2186 Missouri St., Lot 67, Square 17 South Baton Rouge Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker Picture Picture Inspector's Report 38. 18-00461 Henry Louis Robinson 938 Louise Street, Lot 4, Square 2 Butler Place Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker Picture Picture Inspector's Report 39. 18-00462 Gerald J. Charlet, Jr. 1314 Julia Street, Lot 4PT, Square 276 Swart Subdivision (NE ¼ of N ½ of Lot 4 Sq. 276 Suburb Swart) - Council District 10 - Wicker Picture Picture Inspector's Report 40. 18-00463 Brunetta Aldridge Shamlin, Tensley Aldridge, Naomi Thornton, The Estate of Nahum Melvin Aldridge, The Estate of Ellen A. Ervin Lafayette 1818 Terrace Street (House and Rear Shed), Lot 59PT Swart Addition Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker Picture Picture Inspector's Report
18-00177 Authorizing the Mayor-President to permanently close North Street from the west right-of-way line of River Road which crosses the CN Railroad line to the Mississippi. By Transportation and Drainage Director. This item was deferred from February 28, 2018, March 14, 2018, and April 25, 2018 Legislation Council Memo Cover Letter
18-00469 Authorizing the Mayor-President on behalf of the City of Baton Rouge to execute Annual Contract 800001014 A17-0810, City-Parish Tree Maintenance and Removal Contract. Contract awarded to Bayou Tree Service, Inc. Contract to be used on an as needed basis with an amount not to exceed $100,000.00 (Account No. 1000-7600-30- 7620-0000-0000-000000-642260-4). By Director of Maintenance. This item was deferred from April 25, 2018 Legislation Council Memo
18-00437 Authorizing settlement of the claim of Diana Graham for damages resulting from a sewer back-up in the claimant's home, for a total amount of $18,859.88, which amount shall be paid from the account designated "Insurance - General Liability" (1000.4700.10.0550.0000.0000.000000.644110). *This matter may be discussed in Executive Session. (In Proper Person). By Parish Attorney. Legislation Supporting Documentation to be hand delivered.
18-00438 Authorizing settlement of the claim of Richard Tucker for damages resulting from a sewer back-up in the claimant's rental unit, for a total amount of $32,159.99, which amount shall be paid from the account designated "Insurance - General Liability" (1000.4700.10.0550.0000.0000.000000.644110). *This matter may be discussed in Executive Session. (In Proper Person). By Parish Attorney. Legislation Supporting Documentation to be hand delivered.
18-00439 Authorizing settlement of the claim of Charles Gauthier for damages resulting from a sewer back-up in the claimant's home, for a total amount of $36,458.95, which amount shall be paid from the account designated "Insurance - General Liability (1000.4700.10.0550.0000.0000.000000.644110). *This matter may be discussed in Executive Session. (In Proper Person). By Parish Attorney. Legislation Supporting Documentation to be hand delivered.
18-00448 Authorizing settlement of the matter entitled "John Reeves, III v. City/Parish and Officer Caan Castleberry," Suit No. 647,918, on the docket of the 19th Judicial District Court, in the amount of $285,000.00, plus court costs in the amount of $1,198.75, for a total amount of $286,198.75; and appropriating $286,198.75 for such purpose. *This matter may be discussed in Executive Session. (Attorney of record is Christopher W. DeAgano of the Law Offices of Spencer H. Calahan, LLC). By Parish Attorney. Legislation Supporting Documentation to be hand delivered. Other
18-00442 Authorizing the Mayor-President, on behalf of the Parish of East Baton Rouge and City of Baton Rouge, in accordance with Resolution Number 52193, adopted June 8, 2016, by the Metropolitan Council, to acquire certain properties with monies provided under the Flood Mitigation Assistance (FMA) Grant Program for East Baton Rouge Parish, and to execute all such sales and other documents necessary to acquire said properties and to comply with the terms, conditions and restrictions required under the aforementioned Grant. By Parish Attorney. Legislation Supporting Documentation Resolution
18-00443 Authorizing the Mayor-President, on behalf of the Parish of East Baton Rouge and City of Baton Rouge, in accordance with Resolution Number 53302, adopted December 13, 2017, by the Metropolitan Council, to acquire certain properties with monies provided through the Federal Emergency Management Advisory (FEMA) Flood Mitigation Assistance (FMA) Grant Program for East Baton Rouge Parish, and to execute all such sales and other documents necessary to acquire said properties and to comply with the terms, conditions and restrictions required under the aforementioned Grant. By Parish Attorney. Legislation Supporting Documentation Resolution
18-00452 A Resolution requesting the Louisiana Local Government Facilities and Community Development Authority to convert and remarket the $92,500,000 Louisiana Local Government Environmental Facilities and Community Development Authority Subordinate Lien Revenue Bonds (East Baton Rouge Sewerage Commission Projects), Series 2013B (LIBOR Index), to a new Index Floating Rate Period pursuant to the provisions of the Trust Indenture dated as of May 1, 2013, by and between the Louisiana Local Government Environmental Facilities and Community Development Authority and The Bank of New York Mellon Trust Company, N.A.; authorizing the execution and delivery of all documents required in connection with the conversion and remarketing of the Series 2013B Bonds; authorizing the preparation and distribution of the Reoffering Memorandum relating to the conversion and remarketing of the Series 2013B Bonds; and providing for other matters related thereto. By Bond Counsel. Cover Letter
18-00453 A First Supplemental Bond Resolution amending and supplementing Bond Resolution No. 53492; providing for the sale and issuance of Public Improvement Sales Tax Revenue Bonds, Series 2018, of the City of Baton Rouge, State of Louisiana, pursuant to the Bond Resolution; prescribing the form, fixing the details and providing for the payment of principal of and interest on the Series 2018 Bonds; and providing for other matters in connection therewith. By Bond Counsel. Cover Letter
18-00481 Authorizing the appropriation of $500,000 in bond proceeds from the 2018 Revenue Bonds for the Pride Fire Protection District No. 8 for the purpose of providing funds to construct and equip a fire station located within the jurisdictional boundaries of the District and paying all the associated costs of issuance. (Budget Supplement No. 8633). By Pride Fire Chief and Finance Director. Legislation Supporting Documentation for Budget Supplement 8633 Other
18-00451 Authorizes the Mayor-President to execute a Professional Services Agreement between the City of Baton Rouge, Parish of East Baton Rouge, and Mid-City Redevelopment Alliance to provide community organizing and capacity-building programs in the target area funded by the U.S. Department of Justice, Office of Justice, Byrne Criminal Justice Innovation program. By Mayor's Office. Legislation Authorization to Execute a Professional Services Agreement
18-00467 Approving the Gaudet/Watson Rules as the baseline for approval of Industrial Tax Exemption applications by the Metropolitan Council for projects in East Baton Rouge Parish. By Councilman Matt Watson. Legislation cover memo rules
18-00468 Authorization to appropriate a total of $125,000 from the Airport's cash accounts Capital Improvements (5810-0000-00-0000-0000-0000-000000-100009) to be placed in the Taxiway F (Construct) account (5821-0900-30-0910-0918-0000-000000-653000- A0073 E 9800000073-5821000000-0000000000653100) to fund Engineering and Construction cost overrun. (BS # 008588). By Interim Aviation Director. Legislation Cover Letter Other
18-00475 Authorizing the appropriation of $215,000 of sewer impact fees to fund Change Order #1 (Final) for the Rollins Road Regional Pump Station. (Budget Supplement No. 8453). By: Director of Environmental Services. By Environmental Services Director. Legislation Budget Supplement No. 8453
18-00476 Enacting an ordinance instituting a ninety (90) day moratorium prohibiting City-Parish Departments from hiring retired employees on a part-time basis when the employee seeks to return to work after retirement or after completion of their Deferred Retirement Option Plan. By Councilwoman Donna Collins-Lewis. Legislation Draft - Ordinance
ADMINISTRATIVE MATTER INTRODUCTIONS A. 18-00558 Amending the 2018 Annual Operating Budget and Capital Improvement Budget so as to authorize the appropriation of $18,000,000 in bond proceeds from the 2018 Public Improvement Sales Tax Revenue Bonds for the purpose of providing funds to renovate and improve the Baton Rouge River Center Performing Arts Theatre and paying all the associated costs of issuance. (Budget Supplement No. 8634). By Finance Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on May 23, 2018 Legislation Supporting Documentation for Budget Supplement 8634 ADMINISTRATIVE MATTER ITEMS
APPOINTMENTS 18-00535 ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL BOARD (ABC) One appointment to fill the unexpired term of Franz Borghardt in accordance with Section 2.17 of the Plan of Government. This term will expire on December 31, 2018. Current Ballot Charles E. Beard Carla G. Fowler Dewitte Hall Nolan B. Johnson, III Robert D. Ricci Augustin A. Richard, III Chase D. Tettleton Steven Scott Wilfong
18-00536 ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL BOARD (ABC) One appointment to fill the unexpired term of Tyjuana Smith-Gray in accordance with Section 2.17 of the Plan of Government. This term will expire on December 31, 2018. Current Ballot Charles E. Beard Carla G. Fowler Dewitte Hall Nolan B. Johnson, III Robert D. Ricci Augustin A. Richard, III Chase D. Tettleton Steven Scott Wilfong
18-00537 ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL BOARD (ABC) One appointment to fill the unexpired term of Phillip House in accordance with Section 2.17 of the Plan of Government. This term will expire on December 31, 2018. Current Ballot Charles E. Beard Carla G. Fowler Dewitte Hall Nolan B. Johnson, III Robert D. Ricci Augustin A. Richard, III Chase D. Tettleton Steven Scott Wilfong
18-00538 ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL BOARD (ABC) One appointment to fill the unexpired term of Timothy Pickett in accordance with Section 2.17 of the Plan of Government. This term will expire on December 31, 2018. Current Ballot Charles E. Beard Carla G. Fowler Dewitte Hall Nolan B. Johnson, III Robert D. Ricci Augustin A. Richard, III Chase D. Tettleton Steven Scott Wilfong
18-00539 ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL BOARD (ABC) One appointment to fill the unexpired term of Lauren Ventrella in accordance with Section 2.17 of the Plan of Government. This term will expire on December 31, 2018. Current Ballot Charles E. Beard Carla G. Fowler Dewitte Hall Nolan B. Johnson, III Robert D. Ricci Augustin A. Richard, III Chase D. Tettleton Steven Scott Wilfong
18-00540 BATON ROUGE FILM COMMISSION One appointment to fill the unexpired term of Kizzy Payton in accordance with Section 2.17 of the Plan of Government. This term expires May 15, 2020. ( Must be nominated by Baton Rouge Community College-BRCC). Current Ballot Gail Suberbielle
18-00541 HOUSING AUTHORITY OF EAST BATON ROUGE PARISH Consideration of replacing Tommie Gipson, Jr. who has resigned. This term will expire on August 9, 2020. Current Ballot George Downing Carla G. Fowler Cedric D. Washington, Sr.
18-00542 LIBRARY BOARD OF CONTROL Consideration of replacing Terrie Johnson in accordance with Section 2.17 of the Plan of Government. This term is a (4) four year term. This term expires May 15, 2022. Current Ballot Carla G. Fowler Norma R. Hardmon Nolan B. Johnson, III
18-00550 VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT-FIRE DISTRICT #3-BROWNSFIELD One appointment to fill the unexpired term of Berchmans Wilbert in accordance with Section 2.17 of the Plan of Government. This term expires December 31, 2018. Current Ballot George M. Kelly, Sr.
CHANGE ORDERS 66. 18-00546 Improvements to Phase I Parking Garage and Lighting Renovation Project Project Number: 9800000046 Original Estimated Cost: $ 4,700,000.00 Purchase Order Number: PO170674 Account Number: 5810-0900-30-0940-0000-0000-000000-647200 Council Award Date: 4/26/2017 Contractor: L. King Company, LLC Change Order Number: 3 Change Order Amount: $ 7,145.00 (Contract time increased by 25 days) Original Contract Amount: $ 4,644,974.00 Net Previous Changes: $ 16,087.00 New Contract Amount: $ 4,668,206.00 Description: Add two additional electric circuits and additional waterproofing. Why Required: As-built drawing omission and prevent additional water leaks from third floor slab. Legislation Cover Letter 67. 18-00548 South Air Carrier Apron Repairs Project Number: N/A Original Estimated Cost: $ 139,650.00 Purchase Order Number: 800000426 Account Number: 5810-0900-30-0920-0000-0000-000000-647900 Council Award Date: 9/13/2017 Contractor: Command Construction Industries, LLC Change Order Number: 1 Change Order Amount: $ (33,650.00) decrease Original Contract Amount: $ 139,650.00 Net Previous Changes: $ -0- New Contract Amount: $ 106,000.00 Description: South Air Carrier Apron panel replacements and repairs. Why Required: Several slabs had settled causing an uneven transition between concrete panels Legislation Cover Letter 68. 18-00553 Multiple Pump Station (Highway 61 – Plank Road) Project Number: 11-PS-MS-0035 Original Estimated Cost: $ 5,520,000.00 Purchase Order Number: 161012 Account Number: 80872-5443000004-SSO2RC0048-653400 Council Award Date: 8/24/2016 Contractor: Wharton-Smith, Inc. Change Order Number: Two Change Order Amount: $ 76,353.92 Original Contract Amount: $ 4,791,000.00 Net Previous Changes: $ 290,814.77 New Contract Amount: $ 5,158,168.69 Description: New bid items for additional electrical work at PS 43 and PS 513 and odor control work. Why Required: To facilitate the project.
FINAL ACCEPTANCES 69. 18-00547 Improvements to Phase I Parking Garage and Lighting Renovation Project Project Number: 9800000046 Account Number: 5810-0900-30-0940-0000-0000-000000-647200 Council Award Date: 4/26/2017 Contractor: L. King Company, LLC Estimated Cost: $ 4,700,000.00 Contract Amount: $ 4,644,974.00 Total Change Orders: (3): $ 23,232.00 Final Cost: $ 4,668,206.00 Days Allocated: 310 Days Used: 310 Liquidated Damages: $ 0.00 Legislation Cover Letter 70. 18-00549 South Air Carrier Apron Repairs Project Number: N/A Account Number: 5810-0900-30-0920-0000-0000-000000-647900 Council Award Date: 9/13/2017 Contractor: Command Construction Industries, LLC Estimated Cost: $ 139,650.00 Contract Amount: $ 139,650.00 Total Change Orders: (1): $ (33,650.00) decrease Final Cost: $ 106,000.00 Days Allocated: 14 Days Used: 14 Liquidated Damages: $ 0.00 Legislation Cover Letter 71. 18-00554 Sales Tax Street and Road Rehabilitation Program Project (15-12) Stumberg Ln, Telesmar Ave, Julia Aubin Dr, & Hyacinth Ave Project Number: 16-AO-ST-0030 Account Number: 9237100053-2341 00002-0000000000-647100 Council Award Date: 1/11/2017 Contractor: Coastal Bridge Co, LLC. Estimated Cost: $ 850,000.00 Contract Amount: $ 618,209.39 Total Change Orders: (2): $ (159,261.64) Final Cost: $ 485,947.76 Days Allocated: 125 Days Used: 103 Liquidated Damages: $ None Legislation Final Acceptance Documents 72. 18-00556 Sales Tax Street and Road Rehabilitation Program Project (15-07) Old Perkins Rd E/ Barringer Foreman Rd, Antioch Rd, Streets In Jefferson Quarters & Streets In Jefferson Park Project Number: 16-AO-ST-0025 Account Number: 9237100048-2341 00002-0000000000-647100 Council Award Date: 12/14/2016 Contractor: Coastal Bridge Co, LLC. Estimated Cost: $ 1,500,000.00 Contract Amount: $ 1,197,330.00 Total Change Orders: (1): $ (261,369.30) Final Cost: $ 935,960.70 Days Allocated: 140 Days Used: 149 Liquidated Damages: $ 6,300.00 Legislation Final Acceptance Documents
ACCEPTANCE OF LOW BIDS 18-00531 Greenwell Springs Library Renovation Project: 18-ASC-CP-1073 Account: 4610-1200-60-1200-0000-0000-0000-000000-652000 Estimate: $4,600,000.00 *Local **In State *Faulk & Meek General Contractors, L.L.C. $ 4,346,900.00 **Thrash Construction Services, LLC $ 4,581,450.00 *J. Reed Constructors, Inc. $ 4,852,500.00 *Capitol Construction, LLC $ 4,855,500.00 **Brunt Construction, Inc. $ 4,861,700.00 *Deumite Construction, L.L.C. $ 5,011,550.00 **Patin Construction Group, L.L.C. $ 5,515,000.00 Legislation Cover Letter Other
OTHER ITEMS 18-00516 Receiving the 2018 first quarterly report from the East Baton Rouge Council on Aging as required under the Cooperative Endeavor Agreement between the Council on Aging and the City of Baton Rouge, Parish of East Baton Rouge. By Council Administrator/Treasurer. report program report
OTHER ITEMS TO BE ADOPTED (EMERGENCY) 18-00517 Appointing the Interim Director of Aviation effective May 10, 2018. By Council Administrator/Treasurer. Reason for emergency: Ralph Hennessy's retirement is effective at the end of the work day on May 9th, so the appointment of an Interim Director needs to be handled at the May 9, 2018 Metropolitan Council meeting. Legislation cover memo Recommendation from Airport Commission Interim Aviation Director candidate resumes
26. 17-01609 Dwayne M. Armstrong and Cathy Ann Armstrong 2530 Laurel Street, Lot 5, Square 18 Duchein Place Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker This item was deferred from December 13, 2017 and February 14, 2018 Picture Picture Inspector's Report Picture Picture Picture Picture Picture Picture 27. 17-01610 Dwayne M. Armstrong and Cathy Ann Armstrong 2528 Laurel Street, Lot 4, Square 18 Duchein Place Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker This item was deferred from December 13, 2017 and February 14, 2018 Picture Picture Inspector's Report Picture Picture Picture Picture Picture
ADJOURNMENT
May 09, 2018 Metropolitan Council
Presentations And Special Recognitions
PRESENTATIONS AND SPECIAL RECOGNITIONS
CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL INVOCATION PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Adoption And Approval Of Minutes
18-00543 Approval and adoption of the Metropolitan Council Zoning Meeting of April 18, 2018, Metropolitan Council Meeting of April 25, 2018 and the Greater Baton Rouge Airport Commission Meeting of May 1, 2018. By Council Administrator/Treasurer.
SECTION 2.12 INTRODUCTIONS 2. 18-00515 Amending Title 1 (Municipal and Parish Organization), Chapter 1 (Governing Body), Part 1 (Rules of Procedure) of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Baton Rouge and Parish of East Baton Rouge to amend Section 1:2.1 so as to require introduction and reading by title a first time of any discussion item added to the Metropolitan Council agenda not less than six days before that item can appear as an item for public hearing. By Councilman Dwight Hudson. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on May 23, 2018 cover memo 3. 18-00529 Providing for the extension of the City Limits of the City of Baton Rouge and the inclusion of the area described in the petition for annexation submitted by Kohl’s Department Stores, Inc.; a certain lot or parcel of land designated as parcel C-1-C-2-A, Siegen Park Mall, East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana, and being more particularly described in the petition for annexation. By Council Administrator/Treasurer. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on May 23, 2018 petition for annexation 4. 18-00530 A resolution authorizing the replacement of the existing letter of credit provided by JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., with an alternate letter of credit provided by Citibank, N.A., in connection with the $93,440,000 Road and Street Improvement Sales Tax Revenue Refunding Bonds, Series 2008A, of the Parish of East Baton Rouge; authorizing the preparation and distribution of a remarketing memorandum or similar offering document related to the remarketing of the Series 2008A Bonds; providing for the execution and delivery of a reimbursement agreement and any and all other documents and certificates required in connection with the provision of the alternate letter of credit; and providing for other matters related thereto. By Bond Counsel. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on May 23, 2018 Cover Letter 5. 18-00532 A resolution providing for canvassing the returns and declaring the result of the election held in the City of Baton Rouge, State of Louisiana, on Saturday, April 28, 2018, for the purpose of authorizing the levy and collection of a 0.87 mills ad valorem tax on all property subject to taxation within the boundaries of the City of Baton Rouge, State of Louisiana, for a period of ten (10) years, commencing with the tax collection for the year 2018, and annually thereafter, to and including the year 2027, to be used entirely and exclusively to provide funds to enable the City of Baton Rouge, State of Louisiana, to provide a three-platoon police system in the Police Department of the City of Baton Rouge; and providing for other matters in connection therewith. By Bond Counsel. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on May 23, 2018 Cover Letter 6. 18-00534 An ordinance authorizing an 0.87 ad valorem tax millage rate (Three-Platoon Police System) within the boundaries of the City of Baton Rouge on all taxable property therein to be levied during the calendar year 2018; providing notice that a public hearing regarding the adoption of this ordinance shall be held on Wednesday, June 13, 2018 at 4:00 P.M. in the Metropolitan Council Chambers at 222 Saint Louis Street, Third Floor, Baton Rouge, Louisiana. By Council Administrator/Treasurer. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on June 13, 2018 cover memo 7. 18-00551 Amending the Code of Ordinances of the City of Baton Rouge and Parish of East Baton Rouge, Title 9 (Licensing and Regulation of Trades and Occupations), Chapter 18 (Wine, Beer, and Liquor), Section 9:1005 (Special and Temporary Business or Organizational Permits) so as to add a section to create an on premise after hours permit. By Councilman LaMont Cole. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on May 23, 2018 Draft - Ordinance 8. 18-00555 Amending the 2018 current expense budget for the District 1 Volunteer Fire Protection District to appropriate $107,209.43 from the fire district's fund balance. This will provide funding for contractual obligations payable to the Zachary fire department for fire services provided in 2017. Budget Supplement 8636. By District 1 Volunteer Fire Protection District Chief. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on May 23, 2018 Supporting Documentation 9. 18-00557 Authorizing the Mayor-President to amend a contract with Hunt Guillot and Associates LLC. from the current amount of $17,500.00 to a not to exceed amount of $60,000 and to extend the contract period to December 31, 2018 for a contract period of 12/20/2017 to December 31, 2018. This contract will provide grant management and environmental review responsibilities for the Office of Community Development; and all other duties as assigned; and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. This amendment will allow the Office of Community Development to continue it business operations while conducting a full competitive RFP process for these services. By Purchasing Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on May 23, 2018 Cover Letter CONDEMNATION INTRODUCTIONS 10. 18-00519 Anne Harris Shields 3145 Toronto Drive, Lot 169 Village Cote Subdivision - Council District 4 - Wilson Introduce for public hearing/meeting on May 23, 2018 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 11. 18-00520 Moses Harris & Elnora Harris 5765 Alexander Ave (House and Rear Shed), Lot 232 Legion Village Subdivision - Council District 5 - Green Introduce for public hearing/meeting on May 23, 2018 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 12. 18-00521 Audrey Nabors Jackson 3637 Vaughn Drive, Lot 20 Village Park Subdivision - Council District 5 - Green Introduce for public hearing/meeting on May 23, 2018 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 13. 18-00522 Lillie Mae Montague 5047 Stearns Street (House and Rear Shed), Lot 6&7, Square 20 Fortune Addition Subdivision; Property ID:1338048 - Council District 5 - Green Introduce for public hearing/meeting on May 23, 2018 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 14. 18-00523 Donald Matthews 5130 Adams Ave, Lot 24 & 25, Square 13 East Fairfields Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole Introduce for public hearing/meeting on May 23, 2018 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 15. 18-00524 Gillis Hawthorne & Rashonda Hawthorne 5233 Washington Ave, Lot 3, Square 18 East Fairfields Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole Introduce for public hearing/meeting on May 23, 2018 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 16. 18-00525 Vernan Wayne Roberson 1420 North 46th Street, Lot 9, Square 54 Greenville Extension Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole Introduce for public hearing/meeting on May 23, 2018 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 17. 18-00526 Charles E. Burton & Orelia Burton 4747 Madison Ave (House and Rear Garage), Lot 18, Square 2 East Fairfields Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole Introduce for public hearing/meeting on May 23, 2018 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 18. 18-00527 Juanita Theresa Sanford Brown 4724 Madison Ave (Garage Only), Lot 23, Square 3 East Fairfields Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole Introduce for public hearing/meeting on May 23, 2018 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 19. 18-00528 Lugene Realty 3686 Brady Street, Lot 69, Square 285 Highland Gardens Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole Introduce for public hearing/meeting on May 23, 2018 Picture Picture Inspector's Report ADJUDICATED PROPERTY INTRODUCTIONS PLANNING AND ZONING INTRODUCTIONS OTHER INTRODUCTIONS 20. 18-00514 Authorizing the Mayor-President to apply for funding under the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) – August 2016 Flood (DR-4277). Governor John Bel Edwards announced a funding opportunity for East Baton Rouge Parish. This opportunity comes as a result of damages and losses that occurred within the Parish during the August 2016 Flood. By Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on May 23, 2018 Cover Letter 21. 18-00518 Authorizing the Mayor-President to submit a substantial amendment to the City- Parish Consolidated plan and strategy 2015-2019 and Action Plan 2016 to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for the purpose of revising the plan approved by Metropolitan Council Resolution 52562 so as to reallocate $3,300,000.00 in available Community Development Block Grant Declared Disaster Recovery Funds to rental housing construction and rehabilitation. By Community Development Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on May 23, 2018 Cover Letter Contract 22. 18-00533 Authorizing the Mayor-President to enter into a right of way and servitude agreement with Pennington Oil & Gas Interests, LLC, over a portion of those certain tracts or parcels of land situated in sections 79, 80, 81, 82, 83 and 84, Township 5 South, Range 1 West, East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana. By Director of Environmental Services. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on May 23, 2018 Supporting Documentation Contract Map 23. 18-00544 Authorization for the Mayor-President and/or Chairman of the Airport Commission to execute a Consultant Services Contract with Shread-Kuyrkendall & Associates, Inc. for Design Services for the Cell Lot/ Viewing Area in an amount not to exceed $43,196.00. (Account #5810-0900-30-0920-0000-0000-000000-643500). By Interim Aviation Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on May 23, 2018 Cover Letter 24. 18-00545 Authorization for the Mayor-President and/or Chairman of the Airport Commission to execute a Professional Services Agreement with Infrastructure Consulting & Engineering for an airport Pavement Strength (PCN) Report in an amount not to exceed $45,621.47 (Account# 5810-0900-30-0920-0000-0000-000000-643500). By Interim Aviation Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on May 23, 2018 Cover Letter 25. 18-00552 Authorizing the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute Articles of Agreement - Changes to Utility Facilities with Entergy Gulf States Louisiana, LLC for the relocation and/or adjustment of electrical distribution facilities associated with Florida Boulevard Pump Stations Improvements, Project No. 11-PS-MS-0003 in an amount not to exceed $195,969.57 (Account No. 80872-5443000004-SSO2RC0037-653580). By Environmental Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on May 23, 2018 Council Memo
26. 17-01609 Dwayne M. Armstrong and Cathy Ann Armstrong 2530 Laurel Street, Lot 5, Square 18 Duchein Place Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker This item was deferred from December 13, 2017 and February 14, 2018 Picture Picture Inspector's Report Picture Picture Picture Picture 27. 17-01610 Dwayne M. Armstrong and Cathy Ann Armstrong 2528 Laurel Street, Lot 4, Square 18 Duchein Place Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker This item was deferred from December 13, 2017 and February 14, 2018 Picture Picture Inspector's Report Picture Picture Picture Picture 28. 17-01568 Ann Robertson 2672 Jura Street, Lot 8, Square 7 McGrath Heights Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole This item was deferred from November 21, 2017, January 10, 2018, and March 14, 2018 Picture Picture Inspector's Report Picture Picture Picture Picture Picture Picture 29. 18-00089 William Thomas 2524 Delta Street, Lot 12, Square 4 Valley Park Annex Subdivision - Council District 12 - Freiberg This item was deferred from February 14, 2018 and March 14, 2018 Picture Picture Inspector's Report Picture Picture Picture Picture 30. 18-00212 Kenyatta Powell Jackson & Jonathan Jackson 1263 Fig Street, Lot 5, Square 30 Swart Addition Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker This item was deferred from March 14, 2018 Picture Picture Inspector's Report Picture Picture 31. 18-00454 Carolina Webb Johnson, Clinton Ray Johnson, Rosa Johnson Alexander, Roy Lee Johnson, Roosevelt Johnson, Catherine Johnson Thomas, Claudia Johnson Lawson, Barbara Ann Johnson, Joyce Marie Johnson Pinkins, Milton Johnson, Frank Johnson Jr. 14230 Glynn Rd, Lot 19 Pettit Place Subdivision - Council District 2 - Banks Picture Picture Inspector's Report 32. 18-00455 Harold Shyrigh Hood 5675 Guice Drive (House and Rear Shed), Lot 8 Oak Haven Subdivision - Council District 2 - Banks Picture Picture Inspector's Report 33. 18-00456 Susan Halley Kleinpeter 5329 Peerless Street, Lot 11-A, Square 35 Fortune Subdivision - Council District 5 - Green Picture Picture Inspector's Report 34. 18-00457 Le Hieu Tran 5357 Annette Street, Lot 16 Brookstown Place Subdivision - Council District 5 - Green Picture Picture Inspector's Report 35. 18-00458 The Estate of Joseph Roland Chenier, Charles Warner Chenier, Caesar S. Chenier, Jr. 1522 Tinga Street, Lot 4A, 4B, and 5 (Resub of Lots 4 and 5 Addition to Suburb Swart) Property Identification Number 005-6077-4 - Council District 10 - Wicker Picture Picture Inspector's Report 36. 18-00459 The Estate of Joseph Roland Chenier, Charles Warner Chenier, Caesar S. Chenier, Jr. 1526 Tinga Street, Lot 4A, 4B, and 5 (Resub of Lots 4 and 5 Addition to Suburb Swart) Property Identification Number 005-6078-2 - Council District 10 - Wicker Picture Picture Inspector's Report 37. 18-00460 Lee Bates 2186 Missouri St., Lot 67, Square 17 South Baton Rouge Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker Picture Picture Inspector's Report 38. 18-00461 Henry Louis Robinson 938 Louise Street, Lot 4, Square 2 Butler Place Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker Picture Picture Inspector's Report 39. 18-00462 Gerald J. Charlet, Jr. 1314 Julia Street, Lot 4PT, Square 276 Swart Subdivision (NE ¼ of N ½ of Lot 4 Sq. 276 Suburb Swart) - Council District 10 - Wicker Picture Picture Inspector's Report 40. 18-00463 Brunetta Aldridge Shamlin, Tensley Aldridge, Naomi Thornton, The Estate of Nahum Melvin Aldridge, The Estate of Ellen A. Ervin Lafayette 1818 Terrace Street (House and Rear Shed), Lot 59PT Swart Addition Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker Picture Picture Inspector's Report
18-00177 Authorizing the Mayor-President to permanently close North Street from the west right-of-way line of River Road which crosses the CN Railroad line to the Mississippi. By Transportation and Drainage Director. This item was deferred from February 28, 2018, March 14, 2018, and April 25, 2018 Legislation Council Memo Cover Letter
18-00469 Authorizing the Mayor-President on behalf of the City of Baton Rouge to execute Annual Contract 800001014 A17-0810, City-Parish Tree Maintenance and Removal Contract. Contract awarded to Bayou Tree Service, Inc. Contract to be used on an as needed basis with an amount not to exceed $100,000.00 (Account No. 1000-7600-30- 7620-0000-0000-000000-642260-4). By Director of Maintenance. This item was deferred from April 25, 2018 Legislation Council Memo
18-00437 Authorizing settlement of the claim of Diana Graham for damages resulting from a sewer back-up in the claimant's home, for a total amount of $18,859.88, which amount shall be paid from the account designated "Insurance - General Liability" (1000.4700.10.0550.0000.0000.000000.644110). *This matter may be discussed in Executive Session. (In Proper Person). By Parish Attorney. Legislation Supporting Documentation to be hand delivered.
18-00438 Authorizing settlement of the claim of Richard Tucker for damages resulting from a sewer back-up in the claimant's rental unit, for a total amount of $32,159.99, which amount shall be paid from the account designated "Insurance - General Liability" (1000.4700.10.0550.0000.0000.000000.644110). *This matter may be discussed in Executive Session. (In Proper Person). By Parish Attorney. Legislation Supporting Documentation to be hand delivered.
18-00439 Authorizing settlement of the claim of Charles Gauthier for damages resulting from a sewer back-up in the claimant's home, for a total amount of $36,458.95, which amount shall be paid from the account designated "Insurance - General Liability (1000.4700.10.0550.0000.0000.000000.644110). *This matter may be discussed in Executive Session. (In Proper Person). By Parish Attorney. Legislation Supporting Documentation to be hand delivered.
18-00448 Authorizing settlement of the matter entitled "John Reeves, III v. City/Parish and Officer Caan Castleberry," Suit No. 647,918, on the docket of the 19th Judicial District Court, in the amount of $285,000.00, plus court costs in the amount of $1,198.75, for a total amount of $286,198.75; and appropriating $286,198.75 for such purpose. *This matter may be discussed in Executive Session. (Attorney of record is Christopher W. DeAgano of the Law Offices of Spencer H. Calahan, LLC). By Parish Attorney. Legislation Supporting Documentation to be hand delivered. Other
18-00442 Authorizing the Mayor-President, on behalf of the Parish of East Baton Rouge and City of Baton Rouge, in accordance with Resolution Number 52193, adopted June 8, 2016, by the Metropolitan Council, to acquire certain properties with monies provided under the Flood Mitigation Assistance (FMA) Grant Program for East Baton Rouge Parish, and to execute all such sales and other documents necessary to acquire said properties and to comply with the terms, conditions and restrictions required under the aforementioned Grant. By Parish Attorney. Legislation Supporting Documentation Resolution
18-00443 Authorizing the Mayor-President, on behalf of the Parish of East Baton Rouge and City of Baton Rouge, in accordance with Resolution Number 53302, adopted December 13, 2017, by the Metropolitan Council, to acquire certain properties with monies provided through the Federal Emergency Management Advisory (FEMA) Flood Mitigation Assistance (FMA) Grant Program for East Baton Rouge Parish, and to execute all such sales and other documents necessary to acquire said properties and to comply with the terms, conditions and restrictions required under the aforementioned Grant. By Parish Attorney. Legislation Supporting Documentation Resolution
18-00452 A Resolution requesting the Louisiana Local Government Facilities and Community Development Authority to convert and remarket the $92,500,000 Louisiana Local Government Environmental Facilities and Community Development Authority Subordinate Lien Revenue Bonds (East Baton Rouge Sewerage Commission Projects), Series 2013B (LIBOR Index), to a new Index Floating Rate Period pursuant to the provisions of the Trust Indenture dated as of May 1, 2013, by and between the Louisiana Local Government Environmental Facilities and Community Development Authority and The Bank of New York Mellon Trust Company, N.A.; authorizing the execution and delivery of all documents required in connection with the conversion and remarketing of the Series 2013B Bonds; authorizing the preparation and distribution of the Reoffering Memorandum relating to the conversion and remarketing of the Series 2013B Bonds; and providing for other matters related thereto. By Bond Counsel. Cover Letter
18-00453 A First Supplemental Bond Resolution amending and supplementing Bond Resolution No. 53492; providing for the sale and issuance of Public Improvement Sales Tax Revenue Bonds, Series 2018, of the City of Baton Rouge, State of Louisiana, pursuant to the Bond Resolution; prescribing the form, fixing the details and providing for the payment of principal of and interest on the Series 2018 Bonds; and providing for other matters in connection therewith. By Bond Counsel. Cover Letter
18-00481 Authorizing the appropriation of $500,000 in bond proceeds from the 2018 Revenue Bonds for the Pride Fire Protection District No. 8 for the purpose of providing funds to construct and equip a fire station located within the jurisdictional boundaries of the District and paying all the associated costs of issuance. (Budget Supplement No. 8633). By Pride Fire Chief and Finance Director. Legislation Supporting Documentation for Budget Supplement 8633 Other
18-00451 Authorizes the Mayor-President to execute a Professional Services Agreement between the City of Baton Rouge, Parish of East Baton Rouge, and Mid-City Redevelopment Alliance to provide community organizing and capacity-building programs in the target area funded by the U.S. Department of Justice, Office of Justice, Byrne Criminal Justice Innovation program. By Mayor's Office. Legislation Authorization to Execute a Professional Services Agreement
18-00467 Approving the Gaudet/Watson Rules as the baseline for approval of Industrial Tax Exemption applications by the Metropolitan Council for projects in East Baton Rouge Parish. By Councilman Matt Watson. Legislation cover memo rules
18-00468 Authorization to appropriate a total of $125,000 from the Airport's cash accounts Capital Improvements (5810-0000-00-0000-0000-0000-000000-100009) to be placed in the Taxiway F (Construct) account (5821-0900-30-0910-0918-0000-000000-653000- A0073 E 9800000073-5821000000-0000000000653100) to fund Engineering and Construction cost overrun. (BS # 008588). By Interim Aviation Director. Legislation Cover Letter Other
18-00475 Authorizing the appropriation of $215,000 of sewer impact fees to fund Change Order #1 (Final) for the Rollins Road Regional Pump Station. (Budget Supplement No. 8453). By: Director of Environmental Services. By Environmental Services Director. Legislation Budget Supplement No. 8453
18-00476 Enacting an ordinance instituting a ninety (90) day moratorium prohibiting City-Parish Departments from hiring retired employees on a part-time basis when the employee seeks to return to work after retirement or after completion of their Deferred Retirement Option Plan. By Councilwoman Donna Collins-Lewis. Legislation Draft - Ordinance
ADMINISTRATIVE MATTER INTRODUCTIONS A. 18-00558 Amending the 2018 Annual Operating Budget and Capital Improvement Budget so as to authorize the appropriation of $18,000,000 in bond proceeds from the 2018 Public Improvement Sales Tax Revenue Bonds for the purpose of providing funds to renovate and improve the Baton Rouge River Center Performing Arts Theatre and paying all the associated costs of issuance. (Budget Supplement No. 8634). By Finance Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on May 23, 2018 Legislation Supporting Documentation for Budget Supplement 8634 ADMINISTRATIVE MATTER ITEMS
APPOINTMENTS 18-00535 ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL BOARD (ABC) One appointment to fill the unexpired term of Franz Borghardt in accordance with Section 2.17 of the Plan of Government. This term will expire on December 31, 2018. Current Ballot Charles E. Beard Carla G. Fowler Dewitte Hall Nolan B. Johnson, III Robert D. Ricci Augustin A. Richard, III Chase D. Tettleton Steven Scott Wilfong
18-00536 ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL BOARD (ABC) One appointment to fill the unexpired term of Tyjuana Smith-Gray in accordance with Section 2.17 of the Plan of Government. This term will expire on December 31, 2018. Current Ballot Charles E. Beard Carla G. Fowler Dewitte Hall Nolan B. Johnson, III Robert D. Ricci Augustin A. Richard, III Chase D. Tettleton Steven Scott Wilfong
18-00537 ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL BOARD (ABC) One appointment to fill the unexpired term of Phillip House in accordance with Section 2.17 of the Plan of Government. This term will expire on December 31, 2018. Current Ballot Charles E. Beard Carla G. Fowler Dewitte Hall Nolan B. Johnson, III Robert D. Ricci Augustin A. Richard, III Chase D. Tettleton Steven Scott Wilfong
18-00538 ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL BOARD (ABC) One appointment to fill the unexpired term of Timothy Pickett in accordance with Section 2.17 of the Plan of Government. This term will expire on December 31, 2018. Current Ballot Charles E. Beard Carla G. Fowler Dewitte Hall Nolan B. Johnson, III Robert D. Ricci Augustin A. Richard, III Chase D. Tettleton Steven Scott Wilfong
18-00539 ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL BOARD (ABC) One appointment to fill the unexpired term of Lauren Ventrella in accordance with Section 2.17 of the Plan of Government. This term will expire on December 31, 2018. Current Ballot Charles E. Beard Carla G. Fowler Dewitte Hall Nolan B. Johnson, III Robert D. Ricci Augustin A. Richard, III Chase D. Tettleton Steven Scott Wilfong
18-00540 BATON ROUGE FILM COMMISSION One appointment to fill the unexpired term of Kizzy Payton in accordance with Section 2.17 of the Plan of Government. This term expires May 15, 2020. ( Must be nominated by Baton Rouge Community College-BRCC). Current Ballot Gail Suberbielle
18-00541 HOUSING AUTHORITY OF EAST BATON ROUGE PARISH Consideration of replacing Tommie Gipson, Jr. who has resigned. This term will expire on August 9, 2020. Current Ballot George Downing Carla G. Fowler Cedric D. Washington, Sr.
18-00542 LIBRARY BOARD OF CONTROL Consideration of replacing Terrie Johnson in accordance with Section 2.17 of the Plan of Government. This term is a (4) four year term. This term expires May 15, 2022. Current Ballot Carla G. Fowler Norma R. Hardmon Nolan B. Johnson, III
18-00550 VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT-FIRE DISTRICT #3-BROWNSFIELD One appointment to fill the unexpired term of Berchmans Wilbert in accordance with Section 2.17 of the Plan of Government. This term expires December 31, 2018. Current Ballot George M. Kelly, Sr.
CHANGE ORDERS 66. 18-00546 Improvements to Phase I Parking Garage and Lighting Renovation Project Project Number: 9800000046 Original Estimated Cost: $ 4,700,000.00 Purchase Order Number: PO170674 Account Number: 5810-0900-30-0940-0000-0000-000000-647200 Council Award Date: 4/26/2017 Contractor: L. King Company, LLC Change Order Number: 3 Change Order Amount: $ 7,145.00 (Contract time increased by 25 days) Original Contract Amount: $ 4,644,974.00 Net Previous Changes: $ 16,087.00 New Contract Amount: $ 4,668,206.00 Description: Add two additional electric circuits and additional waterproofing. Why Required: As-built drawing omission and prevent additional water leaks from third floor slab. Legislation Cover Letter 67. 18-00548 South Air Carrier Apron Repairs Project Number: N/A Original Estimated Cost: $ 139,650.00 Purchase Order Number: 800000426 Account Number: 5810-0900-30-0920-0000-0000-000000-647900 Council Award Date: 9/13/2017 Contractor: Command Construction Industries, LLC Change Order Number: 1 Change Order Amount: $ (33,650.00) decrease Original Contract Amount: $ 139,650.00 Net Previous Changes: $ -0- New Contract Amount: $ 106,000.00 Description: South Air Carrier Apron panel replacements and repairs. Why Required: Several slabs had settled causing an uneven transition between concrete panels Legislation Cover Letter 68. 18-00553 Multiple Pump Station (Highway 61 – Plank Road) Project Number: 11-PS-MS-0035 Original Estimated Cost: $ 5,520,000.00 Purchase Order Number: 161012 Account Number: 80872-5443000004-SSO2RC0048-653400 Council Award Date: 8/24/2016 Contractor: Wharton-Smith, Inc. Change Order Number: Two Change Order Amount: $ 76,353.92 Original Contract Amount: $ 4,791,000.00 Net Previous Changes: $ 290,814.77 New Contract Amount: $ 5,158,168.69 Description: New bid items for additional electrical work at PS 43 and PS 513 and odor control work. Why Required: To facilitate the project.
FINAL ACCEPTANCES 69. 18-00547 Improvements to Phase I Parking Garage and Lighting Renovation Project Project Number: 9800000046 Account Number: 5810-0900-30-0940-0000-0000-000000-647200 Council Award Date: 4/26/2017 Contractor: L. King Company, LLC Estimated Cost: $ 4,700,000.00 Contract Amount: $ 4,644,974.00 Total Change Orders: (3): $ 23,232.00 Final Cost: $ 4,668,206.00 Days Allocated: 310 Days Used: 310 Liquidated Damages: $ 0.00 Legislation Cover Letter 70. 18-00549 South Air Carrier Apron Repairs Project Number: N/A Account Number: 5810-0900-30-0920-0000-0000-000000-647900 Council Award Date: 9/13/2017 Contractor: Command Construction Industries, LLC Estimated Cost: $ 139,650.00 Contract Amount: $ 139,650.00 Total Change Orders: (1): $ (33,650.00) decrease Final Cost: $ 106,000.00 Days Allocated: 14 Days Used: 14 Liquidated Damages: $ 0.00 Legislation Cover Letter 71. 18-00554 Sales Tax Street and Road Rehabilitation Program Project (15-12) Stumberg Ln, Telesmar Ave, Julia Aubin Dr, & Hyacinth Ave Project Number: 16-AO-ST-0030 Account Number: 9237100053-2341 00002-0000000000-647100 Council Award Date: 1/11/2017 Contractor: Coastal Bridge Co, LLC. Estimated Cost: $ 850,000.00 Contract Amount: $ 618,209.39 Total Change Orders: (2): $ (159,261.64) Final Cost: $ 485,947.76 Days Allocated: 125 Days Used: 103 Liquidated Damages: $ None Legislation Final Acceptance Documents 72. 18-00556 Sales Tax Street and Road Rehabilitation Program Project (15-07) Old Perkins Rd E/ Barringer Foreman Rd, Antioch Rd, Streets In Jefferson Quarters & Streets In Jefferson Park Project Number: 16-AO-ST-0025 Account Number: 9237100048-2341 00002-0000000000-647100 Council Award Date: 12/14/2016 Contractor: Coastal Bridge Co, LLC. Estimated Cost: $ 1,500,000.00 Contract Amount: $ 1,197,330.00 Total Change Orders: (1): $ (261,369.30) Final Cost: $ 935,960.70 Days Allocated: 140 Days Used: 149 Liquidated Damages: $ 6,300.00 Legislation Final Acceptance Documents
ACCEPTANCE OF LOW BIDS 18-00531 Greenwell Springs Library Renovation Project: 18-ASC-CP-1073 Account: 4610-1200-60-1200-0000-0000-0000-000000-652000 Estimate: $4,600,000.00 *Local **In State *Faulk & Meek General Contractors, L.L.C. $ 4,346,900.00 **Thrash Construction Services, LLC $ 4,581,450.00 *J. Reed Constructors, Inc. $ 4,852,500.00 *Capitol Construction, LLC $ 4,855,500.00 **Brunt Construction, Inc. $ 4,861,700.00 *Deumite Construction, L.L.C. $ 5,011,550.00 **Patin Construction Group, L.L.C. $ 5,515,000.00 Legislation Cover Letter Other
OTHER ITEMS 18-00516 Receiving the 2018 first quarterly report from the East Baton Rouge Council on Aging as required under the Cooperative Endeavor Agreement between the Council on Aging and the City of Baton Rouge, Parish of East Baton Rouge. By Council Administrator/Treasurer. report program report
OTHER ITEMS TO BE ADOPTED (EMERGENCY) 18-00517 Appointing the Interim Director of Aviation effective May 10, 2018. By Council Administrator/Treasurer. Reason for emergency: Ralph Hennessy's retirement is effective at the end of the work day on May 9th, so the appointment of an Interim Director needs to be handled at the May 9, 2018 Metropolitan Council meeting. Legislation cover memo Recommendation from Airport Commission Interim Aviation Director candidate resumes
26. 17-01609 Dwayne M. Armstrong and Cathy Ann Armstrong 2530 Laurel Street, Lot 5, Square 18 Duchein Place Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker This item was deferred from December 13, 2017 and February 14, 2018 Picture Picture Inspector's Report Picture Picture Picture Picture Picture Picture 27. 17-01610 Dwayne M. Armstrong and Cathy Ann Armstrong 2528 Laurel Street, Lot 4, Square 18 Duchein Place Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker This item was deferred from December 13, 2017 and February 14, 2018 Picture Picture Inspector's Report Picture Picture Picture Picture Picture
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