Presentations and Special Recognitions
PRESENTATIONS AND SPECIAL RECOGNITIONS
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Adoption and Approval Of Minutes
18-00969 Approval and adoption of minutes of the Metropolitan Council Meeting of August 8, 2018, the Greater Baton Rouge Airport Commission Meeting of August 7, 2018 and the Greater Baton Rouge Airport Commission Special Meeting/Retreat of August 7, 2018. By Council Administrator/Treasurer.
SECTION 2.12 INTRODUCTIONS 2. 18-00949 Granting a five-year property tax abatement renewal estimated at $7,874 per year for 333 Third Street LLC (City Bar), located at 333 Third Street. This application is referred by Louisiana Economic Development Restoration Tax Abatement Program to the City of Baton Rouge as RTA Application #2011-0864 for the purpose of encouraging private investment and restoration of property. By Planning Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 12, 2018 Cover Memo Abatement Estimate Worksheet 3. 18-00972 Authorizing settlement of the claim of Fleet Response on behalf of United Rentals for damages resulting from the total loss of a crane truck, in the amount of $82,499.15; and appropriating $82,499.15 for such purpose. * This matter may be discussed in Executive Session. (In Proper Person). By Parish Attorney. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 12, 2018 Supporting Documentation to be hand delivered. 4. 18-00990 Amending the 2018 current expense budget so as to appropriate $750,000 to provide funding for building repairs and improvements at the Raising Cane’s River Center. (BS No. 8655). By Finance Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 12, 2018 Supporting Documentation 5. 18-01006 A resolution approving the issuance, sale and delivery of the Not to Exceed $4,000,000 Revenue Anticipation Note, Series 2018, of the St. George Fire Protection District No. 2 of the Parish of East Baton Rouge, State of Louisiana; and other matters relating thereto. By Bond Counsel. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 12, 2018 Cover Letter CONDEMNATION INTRODUCTIONS 6. 18-00956 The Estate of Florence J. Patterson 315 New Rafe Mayer Road, Lot 28 Shady Acres Subdivision - Council District 2 - Banks Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 12, 2018 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 7. 18-00957 Mitchel Grant, Jr. and Letha Vernett B. Grant 857 New Rafe Mayer Road (House and Rear Garage), Lot 74 Lincoln Heights Subdivision - Council District 2 - Banks Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 12, 2018 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 8. 18-00958 Joseph Carter Knox, III 5848 Nashville Ave, Lot 143 East Fairlane Subdivision - Council District 5 - Green Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 12, 2018 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 9. 18-00959 Cherry Dean Carambat 2144 Vickers Drive (House and Rear Shed), Lot 451 Forest Oaks Subdivision - Council District 6 - Collins-Lewis Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 12, 2018 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 10. 18-00960 Daphne Washington 2539 & 2541 Oleander Street, Lot 12+, Square 2 McGrath Heights Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 12, 2018 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 11. 18-00961 Mary Young Johnson 3416 Fairfields Ave., Lot 155 Belfort Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 12, 2018 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 12. 18-00962 Sandra Harris West 3460 Charles Street, Lot 10, Square 13 New Dayton Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 12, 2018 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 13. 18-00963 The Estate of Jolynn Ford Gilmore 2605 Jessamine Avenue, Lot 7, Square 16 Standard Heights Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 12, 2018 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 14. 18-00964 Husker Partners, LLC 3861 Alliquipa Street, Lot 20, Square 208 Istrouma Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 12, 2018 Picture Picture Inspector's Report ADJUDICATED PROPERTY INTRODUCTIONS 15. 18-00982 Lot: Subdivision: Applicant: Address: Metro Council District: Initial Bid Amount Advanced costs required (certified funds): Appraised Value: Taxes Due: Bids Received: 7, Square 18 Abramson Christopher Robins North 28th Street 7 - Cole $ 100.00 $ 905.00 $ 15,000.00 $ 3,698.04 (Adjudicated for 2009 taxes) 9/19/2018 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 26, 2018 16. 18-00983 Lot: Subdivision: Applicant: Address: Metro Council District: Initial Bid Amount Advanced costs required (certified funds): Appraised Value: Taxes Due: Bids Received: 36, Square 2 Progress Park Addition Christopher Robins Progress Street 7 - Cole $ 100.00 $ 850.00 $ 25,000.00 $ 2,972.38 (Adjudicated for 2008 taxes) 9/19/2018 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 26, 2018 17. 18-00985 Lot: Subdivision: Applicant: Address: Metro Council District: Initial Bid Amount Advanced costs required (certified funds): Appraised Value: Taxes Due: Bids Received: 17, Square 45 Greenville Extension Christopher Robins North 44th Street 7 - Cole $ 100.00 $ 850.00 $ 20,000.00 $ 6,632.17 (Adjudicated for 2008 taxes) 9/19/2018 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 26 18. 18-00986 Lot: Subdivision: Applicant: Address: Metro Council District: Initial Bid Amount Advanced costs required (certified funds): Appraised Value: Taxes Due: Bids Received: 30 Greendale Christopher Robins Denova Street 5 - Green $ 100.00 $ 850.00 $ 20,000.00 $ 6,307.64 (Adjudicated for 2009 taxes) 9/19/2018 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 26, 2018 19. 18-00988 Lot: Subdivision: Applicant: Address: Metro Council District: Initial Bid Amount Advanced costs required (certified funds): Appraised Value: Taxes Due: Bids Received: 7, Square 1 St. Irma Lee Jessica Sullivan St. Irma Lee Way 2 - Banks $ 200.00 $ 905.00 $ 4,000.00 $ 1,419.92 (Adjudicated for 2004 taxes) 9/19/2018 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 26, 2018 20. 18-00989 Lot: Subdivision: Applicant: Address: Metro Council District: Initial Bid Amount Advanced costs required (certified funds): Appraised Value: Taxes Due: Bids Received: A-3 Swart Addition James Hamilton Near Park Blvd. 10 - Wicker $ 500.00 $ 500.00 $ 12,000.00 $ 4,726.35 (Adjudicated for 2013 taxes) 9/19/2018 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 26, 2018 PLANNING AND ZONING INTRODUCTIONS 21. 18-00971 TA-6-18 Chapter 17, Parking and Loading To repeal and replace Chapter 17 to clarify sections, and add required parking rations for new uses PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Approval is recommended, based on consistency with FUTUREBR and to simplify the Unified Development Code (UDC) Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 19, 2018 Staff Report 22. 18-00973 Case 51-18 1097 South Flannery Road To rezone from Heavy Commercial (C2) to Commercial Alcoholic Beverage (Bars and Lounges) (C-AB-2) on property located at the northeast quadrant of South Flannery Road and Goodwood Drive, on a portion of Tract B of Sherwood Forest Subdivision. Section 75, T7S, R2E, GLD, EBRP, LA (Council District 4 - Wilson) PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Staff certifies that the proposed request meets the 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 19, 2018 Application Staff Report 23. 18-00974 Case 52-18 12551 South Harrell’s Ferry Road To rezone from Rural (R) to Heavy Commercial (HC1) on property located on the north side of South Harrell’s Ferry Road, and south of Interstate 12, on an undesignated lot of the Henry Beeson Tract. Section 48, 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 consistent with the Comprehensive Plan, compatible with surrounding uses, and conforming to Unified Development Code requirements Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 19, 2018 Application Staff Report 24. 18-00975 Case 53-18 676 Jefferson Highway To rezone from Light Commercial (C1) to Commercial Alcoholic Beverage (Restaurant) (C-AB-1) on property located on the west side of Jefferson Hwy and south of Government Street, on a portion of Lot 21 of Capital Heights Subdivision. Section 82, T7S, R1E, GLD, EBRP, LA (Council District 7 - Cole) PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Staff certifies that the proposed request meets the 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 19, 2018 Application Staff Report 25. 18-00976 Case 54-18 8354 Jefferson Highway To rezone from Single Family Residential (A1) and Light Commercial (LC1 and C1) to General Office Low Rise (GOL) on property located on the south side of Jefferson Highway, to the west of Brentwood Drive, on Tract X-1 of the Community Bible Church of B.R., Inc. Property. Section 83, T7S, R1W, GLD, EBRP, LA (Council District 11 - Watson) PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Staff certifies that the proposed request meets the 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 19, 2018 Application Staff Report 26. 18-00977 Case 56-18 9442, 9514, and 9524 Burbank Drive To rezone from Light Commercial (C1) to Heavy Commercial (HC1) on property located on the south side of Burbank Drive, east of Seabord Drive, on Lots 312, 313, and 314 of Broussard Plaza Subdivision, 6th Filing. Section 73, T8S, R1E, GLD, EBRP, LA (Council District 3 - Loupe) 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 19, 2018 Application Staff Report 27. 18-00978 ISPUD 3-18 Zee Zee Gardens Townhomes (2142 Christian Street) To rezone from Single Family Residential (A1) to Infill/Mixed Use Small Planned Unit Development (ISPUD) for a proposal of medium density residential townhouse units on property located on the East side of Christian Street, northeast of Morning Glory Avenue, on Lots MV-1 and MV-2 of Zee Zee Gardens Subdivision. Section 67, T7S, R1W, GLD, EBRP, LA (Council District 12 - Freiberg) PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: •Staff cannot certify the proposed request, while the use is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and compatible with surrounding uses, it does not conform to UDC requirements even if the requested sidewalk location waiver is approved because the sidewalk along lots 1-4 is proposed as four feet in width rather than the five feet width required by §13.8 of the UDC, unless the Planning Commission authorizes an alternative street cross section permitting narrower sidewalks pursuant to §8.216.B. •Staff recommends approval of the sidewalk location waiver to permit the pedestrian system to be located abutting the proposed buildings on lots 1-4 to improve pedestrian safety by not having cars to back across a sidewalk Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 19, 2018 Application Staff Report Plans OTHER INTRODUCTIONS 28. 18-00885 Authorizing Major Reginald Brown Jr. of the Baton Rouge City Constable's Office to submit the D.A.R.E. grant application for the 2018-2019 school year. By Constable Reginald Brown Sr. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 12, 2018 Cover Letter 29. 18-00953 Rescinding and directing the Clerk of Court to cancel the Decision and Order recorded on July 3, 2017 at Original 870 of Bundle 12823 in the matter of "City of Baton Rouge vs. Taccara Allen" - Condemnation Proceeding No. 9748 (358 Mary Street; Lot 43, Square 1, Johnstown Sec. I a/k/a Johnstown Addition Subdivision). Reason for rescission: Building has been secured. By Councilwoman Tara Wicker. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 12, 2018 Supporting Documentation 30. 18-00954 Rescinding and directing the Clerk of Court to cancel the Decision and Order recorded on September 14, 2015 at Original 528 of Bundle 12681 in the matter of "City of Baton Rouge vs. Ethiel, LLC" - Condemnation Proceeding No. 9375 (1148 N. 32nd Street; Lot 58-A, Square 2, Richmond Park Subdivision). Reason for rescission: Building has been repaired. By Councilman LaMont Cole. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 12, 2018 Supporting Documentation 31. 18-00955 Rescinding and directing the Clerk of Court to cancel the Decision and Order recorded on July 30, 2018 at Original 977 of Bundle 12903 in the matter of "City of Baton Rouge vs. Goldean Henderson Williams" - Condemnation Proceeding No. 9915 (2441 Delta Street (House and Rear Shed); Lot 25, Square 5, Valley Park Annex Subdivision). Reason for rescission: Other compelling reason as determined by the council (The property is being sold and the new owner will repair). By Councilwoman Barbara Freiberg. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 12, 2018 Supporting Documentation 32. 18-00965 Authorizing the Mayor-President to amend a contract with Thomas J. Hickey for an increase in the amount of $17,900.00 for a total amount not to exceed $29,900.00 for the contract period March 1, 2018 to February 28, 2019. To conduct unit cost reconciliation study; quality management training and direction for the Lean Six Sigma QM cycle; provide technical assistance to sub-recipients on program income, 340B, OMB uniform guidance and other necessary issues; and provide additional technical assistance in the area of 340B covered entity oversight for the Ryan White Program; and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By Human Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 12, 20 33. 18-00966 Authorizing the Mayor-President to amend a contract with Germaine & Co. , Inc. D/B/A Germane Solutions for an increase in the amount of $18,678.00 for a total amount not to exceed $57,072.00 for the contract period March 1, 2018 to February 28, 2019. To facilitate the community priority setting and resource allocation process; develop the FY 2019 Ryan White Grant Application; Provider Reports; and provide technical assistance; and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By Human Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 12, 2018 Cover Letter 34. 18-00967 Authorizing payment of the compromised judgment in the matter entitled "Marissa Gremillion v. David Kennedy and the City of Baton Rouge" No. 647,705, on the docket of the 19th Judicial District Court, in accordance with the payment procedure authorized by Resolution 42915, adopted by the Metropolitan Council on November 25, 2003, in the amount of $23,451.50, plus court costs in the amount of $1,745.78, for a total amount of $25,197.28, which amount shall be paid from the account designated "Compromised Judgment" (1000-4700-10-0550-0000-0000-000000-644850). *This matter may be discussed in Executive Session. (The Attorney of record is Brandon Stockstill of Gordon McKernan Injury Attorneys). By Parish Attorney. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 12, 2018 Supporting Documentation to be hand delivered. 35. 18-00979 Authorizing the Mayor-President on behalf of Baton Rouge City Court to accept a grant award from the Louisiana Commission on Law Enforcement for the purpose of operating the Baton Rouge City Court Domestic Violence Court – Batterer’s Intervention Program, 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. The grant program total is $44,700 (grantor $33,500, cash match $11,200). By Clerk of Court/Judicial Administrator. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 12, 2018 Cover Letter Application 36. 18-00980 Authorizing the Finance Director to refund an erroneous remittance of sales tax to United Rentals North America in the amount of $125,156.00 for remitting sales tax to East Baton Rouge Parish on rental equipment used outside the parish for the audit period of July 1, 2017 through October 31, 2017, with the cost of such refund to be charged against sales tax revenues. By Finance Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 12, 2018 Supporting Documentation 37. 18-00981 Amending the Code of Ordinances of the City of Baton Rouge and Parish of East Baton Rouge, Title 10 (Transportation) so as to repeal Chapter 7 (Bicycles), Sections 10:500 -10:514. By BRPD, Councilman LaMont Cole, and Councilman Matt Watson. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 12, 2018 Draft - Ordinance 38. 18-00992 Authorizing settlement of the claim of Barbara Ware for damages resulting from a fallen tree on claimant's house, for a total amount of $15,753.89, 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. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 12, 2018 Supporting Documentation to be hand delivered. 39. 18-00996 Authorizing the Mayor-President on behalf of Baton Rouge City Court to accept a grant award from the Louisiana Commission on Law Enforcement for the purpose of operating the Baton Rouge City Court Domestic Violence Court - Victim’s Advocacy Community Outreach, 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. The grant program total is $19,943 (grantor $14,953, cash match $7, in-kind match $4,983). By Clerk of Court/Judicial Administrator. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 12, 2018 Cover Letter Application 40. 18-00997 Authorizing the Mayor-President on behalf of Baton Rouge City Court to execute an amendment to the Professional Services Agreement with Ivory Wilson so as to continue providing services as a Substance Abuse Counselor for the Baton Rouge City Court Domestic Violence Court, for a total amended amount of $19,900 to cover the period from March 19, 2018 through December 31, 2018. Funded from Louisiana Commission on Law Enforcement and Cash Match. By Clerk of Court/Judicial Administrator. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 12, 2018 Cover Letter Contract 41. 18-00998 Authorizing the Mayor-President to accept the Resiliency in Communities After Stress and Trauma (ReCAST) grant award from the Department of Health and Human Services, Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration in the amount of $1,000,000.00 to assist high risk youth and their families by promoting resiliency and equity in communities that have experienced civil unrest through implementing evidence-based violence prevention, community engagement, and linkages to behavioral health services. By Office of the Mayor. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 12, 2018 Memo, Agenda item Request, Proposed Resolution to Accept ReCAST grant 42. 18-00999 Authorizing the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute a contract with Professional Engineering Consultants Corporation for professional engineering and surveying services in connection with the LA Highway 64 Regional Pump Station and Force Main Project for an amount not to exceed $49,575.00 (Account No. 80820-5120000003-NCDPPS0049-653250). By Environmental Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 12, 2018 Council Memo 43. 18-01002 Reconsidering the decision to condemn the property located at 7744 LaSalle Avenue, #45; Lot #12, LaSalle Place Subdivision. By Councilman Matt Watson. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 12, 2018 Supporting Documentation 44. 18-01003 Reconsidering the decision to condemn the property located at 7744 LaSalle Avenue, #46; Lot #12, LaSalle Place Subdivision. By Councilman Matt Watson. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 12, 2018 Supporting Documentation 45. 18-01004 Reconsidering the decision to condemn the property located at 7744 LaSalle Avenue, #47; Lot #12, LaSalle Place Subdivision. By Councilman Matt Watson. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 12, 2018 Supporting Documentation 46. 18-01005 Reconsidering the decision to condemn the property located at 7744 LaSalle Avenue, #48; Lot #12, LaSalle Place Subdivision. By Councilman Matt Watson. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 12, 2018 Supporting Documentation
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47. 18-00676 Chanel Wells 3475 Prescott Road, Lot 3PT Plank Road Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole This item was deferred from June 27, 2018 Picture Picture Inspector's Report Picture Picture 48. 18-00678 Ingrid D. Johnson 4012 Fairwoods Drive (Tree on House), Lot 175 East Dayton Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole This item was deferred from June 27, 2018 Picture Picture Inspector's Report Picture Picture 49. 18-00730 Georgetta Shorter, Winton Shorter, & Leon Covington 813 North Acadian Thwy. West, Lot 41 Colonial Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole This item was deferred from July 25, 2018 Picture Picture Inspector's Report Picture Picture 50. 18-00525 Vernan Wayne Roberson 1420 North 46th Street, Lot 9, Square 54 Greenville Extension Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole This item was deferred from May 23, 2018, June 13, 2018, and August 8, 2018 Picture Picture Inspector's Report Picture Picture Picture Picture Picture Picture 51. 18-00896 The Estate of Louise Alpine Johnson 10049 Avenue H, Lot 38-A, Square 32 University Place Subdivison - Council District 2 - Banks Picture Picture Inspector's Report 52. 18-00897 Pinnacle Homes and Properties, LLC 11975 Fairhaven Drive, Lot 265 Sherwood Forest Subdivision - Council District 4 - Wilson Picture Picture Inspector's Report 53. 18-00898 The Estate of Russell W. Hicks, Jr. 3426 Hollywood Street (House, Garage, and Shed), Lot 8, Square 17 Hollywood Subdivision - Council District 5 - Green Picture Picture Inspector's Report 54. 18-00899 Dorothy C. Clark 4216 Shelley Street (House and Carport), Lot 8, Square C Highland Park Place Subdivision - Council District 5 - Green Picture Picture Inspector's Report 55. 18-00900 Zerita Marie Polk Depass 1212 North 28th Street, Lot 2, Square 17 Abramson Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole Picture Picture Inspector's Report 56. 18-00901 Anna Watkins 3815 Charles Street (Rear Building only), Lot 29, Square 9 New Dayton Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole Picture Picture Inspector's Report 57. 18-00902 Glenda Osburne 4064 Accardo Street, Lot 10, Square 2 Roppolo Villa Addition Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole Picture Picture Inspector's Report 58. 18-00903 Emma Richardson McCelos, Leroy E. McCelos, and Velma McCelos 1364 North 39th Street, Lot 4, Square 3 Greenville Extension Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole Picture Picture Inspector's Report 59. 18-00904 The Estate of Gay E. Juban 3172 & 3178 Wyandotte Street, Lot 7, Square 6 Plank Road (Fairacre Farms) Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole Picture Picture Inspector's Report 60. 18-00905 Ruth K. Hall 1305 East Washington Street, Lot 12, Square 4 South Baton Rouge Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker Picture Picture Inspector's Report 61. 18-00906 Dorothy Lee Johnson Moody, George Louis Moody, Jr., and Deborah Regina Moody 2010 Maryland Street, Lot 41, Square 15 South Baton Rouge Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker Picture Picture Inspector's Report 62. 18-00907 James Boulivar Atkins 2404 Madison Avenue, Lot 1 PT, Square 14 Istrouma Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker Picture Picture Inspector's Report 63. 18-00908 Michael Packwood 1616 Terrace Street, Lot W. 1/2 of 10 & 11, Square A Bookertown Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker Picture Picture Inspector's Report 64. 18-00909 Sheila M. Earls Crocram 2728 Convention Street, Lot 3, Square 4 Wilson Place Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker Picture Picture Inspector's Report 65. 18-00910 Danielle Courtright 457 Beverly Drive (House and Rear Garage), Lot 7 and South 10' of 9, Square 8 Ogden Park Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker Picture Picture Inspector's Report
18-00823 Granting a five-year property tax abatement estimated at $143,536 per year for Brown Eagle Warehouse, located at 7808 Airline Highway. This application is referred by Louisiana Economic Development Restoration Tax Abatement Program to the City of Baton Rouge as RTA Application #2017-0546 for the purpose of encouraging private investment and restoration of property. By Planning Director. This item was deferred from August 8, 2018
18-00853 Authorizing the sale of the immovable property and attachments thereto known as Old Fire Station 1, located at 1801 North Laurel Street, previously declared as surplus property and no longer needed for a public purpose, unto Mid City Redevelopment Alliance for the sum of $135,000.00 and authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a cash sale / closing documents, and any and all documents in furtherance of this sale, with the Parish Attorney's Office to prepare, review, and/or approve all such documentation. By Mayor's Office.
18-00891 A resolution approving the calling of an election by the East Side Fire Protection District No. 5 of the Parish of East Baton Rouge, State of Louisiana, on December 8, 2018, for the purpose of authorizing the renewal of the levy and collection of a ten (10) mills ad valorem tax on all property subject to taxation within the boundaries of the East Side Fire Protection District No. 5, for a period of ten (10) years, commencing with and including the tax collection for the year 2019, and annually thereafter to and including the year 2028, to provide funds for the development, operation and maintenance of fire protection facilities of the East Side Fire Protection District No. 5 and paying the costs of obtaining water for fire protection purposes, including charges for fire hydrant rentals and service within the East Side Fire Protection District No. 5. By Bond Counsel
18-00927 Authorizing the Mayor-President on behalf of the City Constable's Office to execute an act of donation to the City of Central Police Department for a 2007 Ford Expedition which has been taken out of service by the City Constable's Office. By Councilwoman Donna Collins-Lewis and Constable Reginald Brown.
18-00883 To amend the 2018 Current Expense Budget for Emergency Medical Services to appropriate $5,700,000 from Fund Balance to provide for intergovernmental transfers to the Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals for the Upper Payment Limit (UPL) Medicaid reimbursement program. By Emergency Medical Services Director.
18-00884 To amend the 2018 Current Expense Budget for Emergency Medical Services to appropriate $210,000 from the Medicaid Supplemental Payments for projects the department is requesting. By Emergency Medical Services Director.
18-00892 Amending the 2018 current expense budget so as to appropriate a donation from Entergy and other donors in the amount of $2,215.00 for the purpose of purchasing school supplies to be given away at the District 10 Back-to-School Event. By Council Budget Officer.
18-00911 Rescinding and directing the Clerk of Court to cancel the Decision and Order recorded on January 20, 2016 at Original 233 of Bundle 12707 in the matter of "City of Baton Rouge vs. Joseph Dangerfield" - Condemnation Proceeding No. 9468 (238 W. Polk Street; East 1/2 of Lot 8, Square 28, South Baton Rouge Subdivision). Reason for rescission: Building has been secured. By Councilwoman Tara Wicker
18-00952 Authorizing settlement of the matter entitled "Artkeba Williams v. City of Baton Rouge, et al.", Suit No. 637,092, on the docket of the 19th Judicial District Court, in the amount of $200,000.00, plus court costs in the amount of $402.45, for a total amount of $200,402.45; appropriating $200,402.45 for such purpose; and rescinding Resolution 53657. *This matter may be discussed in Executive Session. (Attorney of record is Scott E. Silbert of Silbert, Garon, Pitre & Friedman). By Parish Attorney
18-00932 Amending Title 1 (Municipal and Parish Organization), Chapter 1 (Governing Body), Part 1 (Rules of Procedure), so as to add Section 1:13 relative to filling a vacancy in the membership of the Metropolitan Council by creating a procedure to allow interested residents registered to vote in the Parish who are qualified for the office to submit an application and be considered for appointment to the position. By Councilwoman Chauna Banks
76. 18-00886 Authorizing the Mayor-President to apply for and accept a grant award from the LA Division of Administration, Office of Community Development for the 2018-2019 Local Government Assistance Program (LGAP) grant in an amount not to exceed $16,600 on behalf of the Central Fire Protection District to purchase firefighting equipment and gear. This grant is 100% funded by the State of Louisiana. By Fire Chief, Central Fire Protection District. Legislation 2018-2019 LGAP Grant 77. 18-00887 Authorizing the Mayor-President to apply for and accept a grant award from the LA Division of Administration, Office of Community Development for the 2018-2019 Local Government Assistance Program (LGAP) grant in an amount not to exceed $16,600 on behalf of the Alsen-St Irma Lee Fire Protection District to purchase firefighting equipment and gear. This grant is 100% funded by the State of Louisiana. By Fire Chief, Alsen-St Irma Lee Fire Protection District. Legislation 2018-2019 LGAP Grant 78. 18-00888 Authorizing the Mayor-President to apply for and accept a grant award from the LA Division of Administration, Office of Community Development for the 2018-2019 Local Government Assistance Program (LGAP) grant in an amount not to exceed $16,600 on behalf of the Chaneyville Fire Protection District to purchase firefighting equipment and gear. This grant is 100% funded by the State of Louisiana. By Fire Chief, Chaneyville Fire Protection District. Legislation 2018-2019 LGAP Grant 79. 18-00889 Authorizing the Mayor-President to apply for and accept a grant award from the LA Division of Administration, Office of Community Development for the 2018-2019 Local Government Assistance Program (LGAP) grant in an amount not to exceed $16,600 on behalf of the Pride Fire Protection District to purchase firefighting equipment and gear. This grant is 100% funded by the State of Louisiana. By Fire Chief, Pride Fire Protection District. Legislation 2018-2019 LGAP Grant 80. 18-00890 Authorizing the Mayor-President to apply for and accept a grant award from the LA Division of Administration, Office of Community Development for the 2018-2019 Local Government Assistance Program (LGAP) grant in an amount not to exceed $16,600 on behalf of the Brownsfield Fire Protection District to purchase firefighting equipment and gear. This grant is 100% funded by the State of Louisiana. By Fire Chief, Brownsfield Fire Protection District. Legislation Cover Letter
18-00946 Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute an agreement with Management Partners, Inc. for management and analytical services to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of operations, in an amount not to exceed $300,000. By Mayor-President.
18-00914 Authorizing the Mayor-President to file an application and execute an agreement with the State of Louisiana, Division of Administration, Office of Community Development for grant assistance under the Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery Program through the Restore Louisiana Infrastructure: FEMA Public Assistance Nonfederal Share Match Program in an amount not to exceed $5 million. By Mayor-President.
18-00913 Authorizing the Mayor-President to accept an Act of Donation on behalf of the City of Baton Rouge and Parish of East Baton Rouge from the Rotary Club of Baton Rouge, Inc. Foundation in order to install a large-scale work of visual art with a current fair market value of $340,000 in the City of Baton Rouge Parish of East Baton Rouge, Louisiana on the levee where Florida Boulevard meets the Mississippi River. By Downtown Development District Director.
18-00915 Authorizing the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute Amendment No. 5 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 $300,325.00 (Account No. 5100-7700-40-7710-7751-0000-000000-647600). By Environmental Services Director.
18-00916 Authorizing the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute Supplemental Agreement No. 6 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 final one-year renewal period for an amount not to exceed $500,000.00 (Account No. 5100-7700-40-7710-7740-7716-000000-647600). By Environmental Services Director.
18-00920 To urge and request the City-Parish Government of East Baton Rouge Parish to name Baton Rouge Emergency Medical Station 12 located at 14523 Old Hammond Highway in honor of former Councilman Anthony "Buddy" Amoroso IV. By Councilman Scott Wilson and Councilman Dwight Hudson.
18-00922 Requesting the Planning Commission work with representatives of the development community and neighborhood associations to develop and establish standards for open space in residential developments for possible proposed amendments to the Unified Development Code. By Councilman Dwight Hudson.
18-00925 Authorization for the Mayor-President and/or Chairman of the Airport Commission to execute Work Authorization No. 3 to the contract with Airport Management Group, LLC (AMG) for Program Management Services at the Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport for the period October 1, 2018 through September 30, 2019 in an amount not to exceed $2,372,088.29. (Contingent on adequate funding). By Interim Aviation Director.
18-00926 Authorization for the Mayor-President and/or Chairman of the Airport Commission to execute Amendment No. 1 to the Lease Agreement with Airport Management Group, LLC (AMG) to reduce the office space from 3400 square feet to 2300 square feet. By Interim Aviation Director.
18-00928 Authorize the Mayor-President to enter into the Entity/State Agreement in connection with State Project No. H.011842 / Federal Aid Project No. H011842 Choctaw Drive Pavement Preservation with the Louisiana Department of Transportation and the Capital Region Planning Commission. With the commitment that the City Parish will provide funding for Environmental, Engineering Design, Construction Engineering and Inspection and 30% of the construction cost which is estimated to be 37% ($1,452,500) of the estimated total cost ($3,900,000) of the project be available through the ½ Cent Sales Tax Roadway Capacity and Rehabilitation Program. (Account No.47.7210012.647100.2010XXX (WILL BE DESIGNATED FROM FUTURE GLP 27% BUDGET APPROPRIATIONS) ESTIMATED LOCAL MATCH = $1,452,500.00). By Transportation and Drainage Director.
91. 18-00929 Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a Contract for Acquisition and Relocation Services with Lacy Baaheth, LLC, for work associated with Green Light Project Pecue Lane/I-10 Interchange, being City-Parish Project No. 09-CS-US-0041, RFQ No. 09-ES-US-021, State Project (DOTD) No. H.004104, Federal Aid No. IM-1709(507), in an amount not to exceed $50,400.00. By Transportation and Drainage Director. Legislation Council Memo 92. 18-00930 Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a Contract for Acquisition and Relocation Services with Professional Engineering Consultants Corporation, for work associated with Green Light Project Pecue Lane/I-10 Interchange, being City-Parish Project No. 09-CS-US-0041, RFQ No. 09-ES-US-021, State Project (DOTD) No. H.004104, Federal Aid No. IM-1709(507), in an amount not to exceed $53,200.00. (Account No 4650-7100-30-7120-X-X-651120-92019). By Transportation and Drainage Director. Legislation Council Memo 93. 18-00931 Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute Supplemental Agreement No. 6 to the contract with Shread-Kuyrkendall & Associates, Inc., for engineering and land surveying services associated with Green Light Project Pecue Lane/I-10 Interchange, being City-Parish Project No. 09-CS-US-0041, RFQ No. 09-ES-US-021, State Project (DOTD) No. H.004104, Federal Aid No. IM-1709(507), in an amount not to exceed $198,781.64. By Transportation and Drainage Director. Legislation Council Memo
18-00940 Authorizing the Mayor-President to approve Supplemental Agreement No. 1 to the Stormwater Master Plan contract for Phase II with HNTB, Inc. for engineering services for an amount not to exceed $800,000. City-Parish Project No. 1-DR-CI-0022 (Account No. 1000-7100-30-7120-0000-0000-000000-647900-40000). By Transportation and Drainage Director.
18-00947 Authorizing the Mayor-President to enter into a contract with HNTB Corporation for Project Development and Design Services for the Bus Rapid Transit Improvement for an amount of $440,000. By Transportation and Drainage Director.
18-00948 Authorizing the Mayor-President to enter into a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with the Capital Area Transportation System for the expansion of Bus Rapid Transit Improvement and appropriating $220,000 of funding from CATS representing their 50% cost share for said purpose. By Transportation and Drainage Director.
18-00950 Authorizing the Mayor-President to enter into a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with the Arts Council of Greater Baton Rouge, Inc., to transfer unto the Arts Council of Greater Baton Rouge, Inc., the use and occupancy of Lot 4, Square 30, Beauregard Town Subdivision, located at 233 St. Ferdinand Street, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, informally known as "The Triangle Building", to be operated as a community arts center and offices for the Arts Council of Greater Baton Rouge, Inc. By Mayor's Office
18-00951 Authorizing the Mayor-President or Director of Mosquito Abatement and Rodent Control to execute and accept a grant award and Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with the Louisiana Department of Health and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to provide up to $500,000 in funds and/or equipment for a tire shredder and associated site costs. By Director of the Mosquito Abatement and Rodent Control District, Councilman Matt Watson, and Councilwoman Tara Wicker.
ADJUDICATED PROPERTIES 99. 18-00832 Lot: 12, Square 37 Subdivision: Gracie Subdivision Applicant: Ellen S. Ballard Address: Gayosa Street Metro Council District: 10 - Wicker Initial Bid Amount: $ 300.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 855.00 Appraised Value: $ 7,000.00 Taxes Due: $ 5,729.06 Adjudicated for 1988 Taxes Bids Received: 8/15/2018 High Bidder: Ellen S. Ballard $300.00 Intended Use: Invest 100. 18-00833 Lot: 32 and 33, Square 33 Subdivision: Bank Subdivision Applicant: Johnny Johnson Address: 73rd Avenue Metro Council District: 10 - Wicker Initial Bid Amount: $ 500.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 1,200.00 Appraised Value: $ 5,000.00 Taxes Due: $ 576.07 Adjudicated for 2006 Taxes Bids Received: 8/15/2018 High Bidder: Johnny Johnson $500.00 Intended Use: Add to my yard 101. 18-00834 Lot: 8 and 9 pt., Square 28 Subdivision: Bank Subdivision Applicant: LaDonna Allen Robertson Address: Somerset Metro Council District: Somerset 2 - Banks Initial Bid Amount: $ 100.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 905.00 Appraised Value: $ 3,800.00 Taxes Due: $ 1,726.99 Adjudicated for 1987 Taxes Bids Received: 8/15/2018 High Bidder: LaDonna Allen Robertson $100.00 Intended Use: Add to my property
18-00306 EAST BATON ROUGE PARISH MOSQUITO ABATEMENT DISTRICT One appointment to fill the vacancy left by Harold Kirby, whose term expired on February 11, 2018. This is a three (3) year term. (Mr. Kirby is term limited and not eligible for reappointment. Appointment must be an experienced farmer or rancher whose name is submitted by the Farm Agent of the Parish of East Baton Rouge). Current Ballot Albert B. Andrews This item was deferred from March 14, 2018, April 25, 2018, and June 27
18-00937 CAPITAL REGION PLANNING COMMISSION One appointment to fill the unexpired term of Buddy Amoroso. This term expires December 31, 2019. To replace member who passed away. (Must be a Metropolitan Council member) Current Ballot This item was deferred from August 8, 2018
18-01000 COMPLETE STREETS CITIZENS ADVISORY COMMITTEE One appointment to fill the unexpired term of Sheila Lewis, PhD. who resigned. This term expires on July 31, 2019. Current Ballot
18-01001 PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION: One appointment to fill the unexpired term of Jason Engen who resigned. This term expires on December 31, 2018. (Must be a rural appointment) Current Ballot Antonio P. Carriere Kathryn Juneau Theodore Richards
18-01007 EAST BATON ROUGE PARISH COMMUNICATIONS DISTRICT -BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS: Consideration of reappointing or replacing Jim Verlander, whose term expires on August 22, 2018. This is a four (4) year term. Current Ballot Robert McGarner Jr. (application received)
18-00968 River Center Theatre Drop-Off Lane Project: 18-ASC-CP-1125 Account: 5751-5500-60-5550-0000-0000-000000-653000-92031 Estimate: $80,000.00 *Local **In State *The Luster Group, LLC $ 97,000.00
18-00918 Receiving a report from the Parish Attorney’s Office and Civic Source regarding the Civic Source contract, the process used by Civic Source in the sale of adjudicated property, and the statistics and results of the Civic Source contract. By Councilwoman Chauna Banks
OTHER ITEMS TO BE ADOPTED (EMERGENCY) 18-00987 Consideration and appointment of a Director of Aviation for the Greater Baton Rouge Airport District. By Councilwoman Donna Collins-Lewis and Councilman Lamont Cole. Reason for emergency: In order to expedite appointment of the Director of Aviation
18-00906 Dorothy Lee Johnson Moody, George Louis Moody, Jr., and Deborah Regina Moody 2010 Maryland Street, Lot 41, Square 15 South Baton Rouge Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker
ADJOURNMENT
Aug 22, 2018 Metropolitan Council
Presentations and Special Recognitions
PRESENTATIONS AND SPECIAL RECOGNITIONS
CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL INVOCATION PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Additional Item
Adoption and Approval Of Minutes
18-00969 Approval and adoption of minutes of the Metropolitan Council Meeting of August 8, 2018, the Greater Baton Rouge Airport Commission Meeting of August 7, 2018 and the Greater Baton Rouge Airport Commission Special Meeting/Retreat of August 7, 2018. By Council Administrator/Treasurer.
SECTION 2.12 INTRODUCTIONS 2. 18-00949 Granting a five-year property tax abatement renewal estimated at $7,874 per year for 333 Third Street LLC (City Bar), located at 333 Third Street. This application is referred by Louisiana Economic Development Restoration Tax Abatement Program to the City of Baton Rouge as RTA Application #2011-0864 for the purpose of encouraging private investment and restoration of property. By Planning Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 12, 2018 Cover Memo Abatement Estimate Worksheet 3. 18-00972 Authorizing settlement of the claim of Fleet Response on behalf of United Rentals for damages resulting from the total loss of a crane truck, in the amount of $82,499.15; and appropriating $82,499.15 for such purpose. * This matter may be discussed in Executive Session. (In Proper Person). By Parish Attorney. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 12, 2018 Supporting Documentation to be hand delivered. 4. 18-00990 Amending the 2018 current expense budget so as to appropriate $750,000 to provide funding for building repairs and improvements at the Raising Cane’s River Center. (BS No. 8655). By Finance Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 12, 2018 Supporting Documentation 5. 18-01006 A resolution approving the issuance, sale and delivery of the Not to Exceed $4,000,000 Revenue Anticipation Note, Series 2018, of the St. George Fire Protection District No. 2 of the Parish of East Baton Rouge, State of Louisiana; and other matters relating thereto. By Bond Counsel. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 12, 2018 Cover Letter CONDEMNATION INTRODUCTIONS 6. 18-00956 The Estate of Florence J. Patterson 315 New Rafe Mayer Road, Lot 28 Shady Acres Subdivision - Council District 2 - Banks Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 12, 2018 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 7. 18-00957 Mitchel Grant, Jr. and Letha Vernett B. Grant 857 New Rafe Mayer Road (House and Rear Garage), Lot 74 Lincoln Heights Subdivision - Council District 2 - Banks Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 12, 2018 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 8. 18-00958 Joseph Carter Knox, III 5848 Nashville Ave, Lot 143 East Fairlane Subdivision - Council District 5 - Green Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 12, 2018 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 9. 18-00959 Cherry Dean Carambat 2144 Vickers Drive (House and Rear Shed), Lot 451 Forest Oaks Subdivision - Council District 6 - Collins-Lewis Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 12, 2018 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 10. 18-00960 Daphne Washington 2539 & 2541 Oleander Street, Lot 12+, Square 2 McGrath Heights Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 12, 2018 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 11. 18-00961 Mary Young Johnson 3416 Fairfields Ave., Lot 155 Belfort Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 12, 2018 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 12. 18-00962 Sandra Harris West 3460 Charles Street, Lot 10, Square 13 New Dayton Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 12, 2018 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 13. 18-00963 The Estate of Jolynn Ford Gilmore 2605 Jessamine Avenue, Lot 7, Square 16 Standard Heights Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 12, 2018 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 14. 18-00964 Husker Partners, LLC 3861 Alliquipa Street, Lot 20, Square 208 Istrouma Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 12, 2018 Picture Picture Inspector's Report ADJUDICATED PROPERTY INTRODUCTIONS 15. 18-00982 Lot: Subdivision: Applicant: Address: Metro Council District: Initial Bid Amount Advanced costs required (certified funds): Appraised Value: Taxes Due: Bids Received: 7, Square 18 Abramson Christopher Robins North 28th Street 7 - Cole $ 100.00 $ 905.00 $ 15,000.00 $ 3,698.04 (Adjudicated for 2009 taxes) 9/19/2018 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 26, 2018 16. 18-00983 Lot: Subdivision: Applicant: Address: Metro Council District: Initial Bid Amount Advanced costs required (certified funds): Appraised Value: Taxes Due: Bids Received: 36, Square 2 Progress Park Addition Christopher Robins Progress Street 7 - Cole $ 100.00 $ 850.00 $ 25,000.00 $ 2,972.38 (Adjudicated for 2008 taxes) 9/19/2018 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 26, 2018 17. 18-00985 Lot: Subdivision: Applicant: Address: Metro Council District: Initial Bid Amount Advanced costs required (certified funds): Appraised Value: Taxes Due: Bids Received: 17, Square 45 Greenville Extension Christopher Robins North 44th Street 7 - Cole $ 100.00 $ 850.00 $ 20,000.00 $ 6,632.17 (Adjudicated for 2008 taxes) 9/19/2018 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 26 18. 18-00986 Lot: Subdivision: Applicant: Address: Metro Council District: Initial Bid Amount Advanced costs required (certified funds): Appraised Value: Taxes Due: Bids Received: 30 Greendale Christopher Robins Denova Street 5 - Green $ 100.00 $ 850.00 $ 20,000.00 $ 6,307.64 (Adjudicated for 2009 taxes) 9/19/2018 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 26, 2018 19. 18-00988 Lot: Subdivision: Applicant: Address: Metro Council District: Initial Bid Amount Advanced costs required (certified funds): Appraised Value: Taxes Due: Bids Received: 7, Square 1 St. Irma Lee Jessica Sullivan St. Irma Lee Way 2 - Banks $ 200.00 $ 905.00 $ 4,000.00 $ 1,419.92 (Adjudicated for 2004 taxes) 9/19/2018 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 26, 2018 20. 18-00989 Lot: Subdivision: Applicant: Address: Metro Council District: Initial Bid Amount Advanced costs required (certified funds): Appraised Value: Taxes Due: Bids Received: A-3 Swart Addition James Hamilton Near Park Blvd. 10 - Wicker $ 500.00 $ 500.00 $ 12,000.00 $ 4,726.35 (Adjudicated for 2013 taxes) 9/19/2018 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 26, 2018 PLANNING AND ZONING INTRODUCTIONS 21. 18-00971 TA-6-18 Chapter 17, Parking and Loading To repeal and replace Chapter 17 to clarify sections, and add required parking rations for new uses PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Approval is recommended, based on consistency with FUTUREBR and to simplify the Unified Development Code (UDC) Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 19, 2018 Staff Report 22. 18-00973 Case 51-18 1097 South Flannery Road To rezone from Heavy Commercial (C2) to Commercial Alcoholic Beverage (Bars and Lounges) (C-AB-2) on property located at the northeast quadrant of South Flannery Road and Goodwood Drive, on a portion of Tract B of Sherwood Forest Subdivision. Section 75, T7S, R2E, GLD, EBRP, LA (Council District 4 - Wilson) PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Staff certifies that the proposed request meets the 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 19, 2018 Application Staff Report 23. 18-00974 Case 52-18 12551 South Harrell’s Ferry Road To rezone from Rural (R) to Heavy Commercial (HC1) on property located on the north side of South Harrell’s Ferry Road, and south of Interstate 12, on an undesignated lot of the Henry Beeson Tract. Section 48, 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 consistent with the Comprehensive Plan, compatible with surrounding uses, and conforming to Unified Development Code requirements Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 19, 2018 Application Staff Report 24. 18-00975 Case 53-18 676 Jefferson Highway To rezone from Light Commercial (C1) to Commercial Alcoholic Beverage (Restaurant) (C-AB-1) on property located on the west side of Jefferson Hwy and south of Government Street, on a portion of Lot 21 of Capital Heights Subdivision. Section 82, T7S, R1E, GLD, EBRP, LA (Council District 7 - Cole) PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Staff certifies that the proposed request meets the 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 19, 2018 Application Staff Report 25. 18-00976 Case 54-18 8354 Jefferson Highway To rezone from Single Family Residential (A1) and Light Commercial (LC1 and C1) to General Office Low Rise (GOL) on property located on the south side of Jefferson Highway, to the west of Brentwood Drive, on Tract X-1 of the Community Bible Church of B.R., Inc. Property. Section 83, T7S, R1W, GLD, EBRP, LA (Council District 11 - Watson) PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Staff certifies that the proposed request meets the 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 19, 2018 Application Staff Report 26. 18-00977 Case 56-18 9442, 9514, and 9524 Burbank Drive To rezone from Light Commercial (C1) to Heavy Commercial (HC1) on property located on the south side of Burbank Drive, east of Seabord Drive, on Lots 312, 313, and 314 of Broussard Plaza Subdivision, 6th Filing. Section 73, T8S, R1E, GLD, EBRP, LA (Council District 3 - Loupe) 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 19, 2018 Application Staff Report 27. 18-00978 ISPUD 3-18 Zee Zee Gardens Townhomes (2142 Christian Street) To rezone from Single Family Residential (A1) to Infill/Mixed Use Small Planned Unit Development (ISPUD) for a proposal of medium density residential townhouse units on property located on the East side of Christian Street, northeast of Morning Glory Avenue, on Lots MV-1 and MV-2 of Zee Zee Gardens Subdivision. Section 67, T7S, R1W, GLD, EBRP, LA (Council District 12 - Freiberg) PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: •Staff cannot certify the proposed request, while the use is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and compatible with surrounding uses, it does not conform to UDC requirements even if the requested sidewalk location waiver is approved because the sidewalk along lots 1-4 is proposed as four feet in width rather than the five feet width required by §13.8 of the UDC, unless the Planning Commission authorizes an alternative street cross section permitting narrower sidewalks pursuant to §8.216.B. •Staff recommends approval of the sidewalk location waiver to permit the pedestrian system to be located abutting the proposed buildings on lots 1-4 to improve pedestrian safety by not having cars to back across a sidewalk Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 19, 2018 Application Staff Report Plans OTHER INTRODUCTIONS 28. 18-00885 Authorizing Major Reginald Brown Jr. of the Baton Rouge City Constable's Office to submit the D.A.R.E. grant application for the 2018-2019 school year. By Constable Reginald Brown Sr. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 12, 2018 Cover Letter 29. 18-00953 Rescinding and directing the Clerk of Court to cancel the Decision and Order recorded on July 3, 2017 at Original 870 of Bundle 12823 in the matter of "City of Baton Rouge vs. Taccara Allen" - Condemnation Proceeding No. 9748 (358 Mary Street; Lot 43, Square 1, Johnstown Sec. I a/k/a Johnstown Addition Subdivision). Reason for rescission: Building has been secured. By Councilwoman Tara Wicker. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 12, 2018 Supporting Documentation 30. 18-00954 Rescinding and directing the Clerk of Court to cancel the Decision and Order recorded on September 14, 2015 at Original 528 of Bundle 12681 in the matter of "City of Baton Rouge vs. Ethiel, LLC" - Condemnation Proceeding No. 9375 (1148 N. 32nd Street; Lot 58-A, Square 2, Richmond Park Subdivision). Reason for rescission: Building has been repaired. By Councilman LaMont Cole. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 12, 2018 Supporting Documentation 31. 18-00955 Rescinding and directing the Clerk of Court to cancel the Decision and Order recorded on July 30, 2018 at Original 977 of Bundle 12903 in the matter of "City of Baton Rouge vs. Goldean Henderson Williams" - Condemnation Proceeding No. 9915 (2441 Delta Street (House and Rear Shed); Lot 25, Square 5, Valley Park Annex Subdivision). Reason for rescission: Other compelling reason as determined by the council (The property is being sold and the new owner will repair). By Councilwoman Barbara Freiberg. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 12, 2018 Supporting Documentation 32. 18-00965 Authorizing the Mayor-President to amend a contract with Thomas J. Hickey for an increase in the amount of $17,900.00 for a total amount not to exceed $29,900.00 for the contract period March 1, 2018 to February 28, 2019. To conduct unit cost reconciliation study; quality management training and direction for the Lean Six Sigma QM cycle; provide technical assistance to sub-recipients on program income, 340B, OMB uniform guidance and other necessary issues; and provide additional technical assistance in the area of 340B covered entity oversight for the Ryan White Program; and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By Human Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 12, 20 33. 18-00966 Authorizing the Mayor-President to amend a contract with Germaine & Co. , Inc. D/B/A Germane Solutions for an increase in the amount of $18,678.00 for a total amount not to exceed $57,072.00 for the contract period March 1, 2018 to February 28, 2019. To facilitate the community priority setting and resource allocation process; develop the FY 2019 Ryan White Grant Application; Provider Reports; and provide technical assistance; and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By Human Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 12, 2018 Cover Letter 34. 18-00967 Authorizing payment of the compromised judgment in the matter entitled "Marissa Gremillion v. David Kennedy and the City of Baton Rouge" No. 647,705, on the docket of the 19th Judicial District Court, in accordance with the payment procedure authorized by Resolution 42915, adopted by the Metropolitan Council on November 25, 2003, in the amount of $23,451.50, plus court costs in the amount of $1,745.78, for a total amount of $25,197.28, which amount shall be paid from the account designated "Compromised Judgment" (1000-4700-10-0550-0000-0000-000000-644850). *This matter may be discussed in Executive Session. (The Attorney of record is Brandon Stockstill of Gordon McKernan Injury Attorneys). By Parish Attorney. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 12, 2018 Supporting Documentation to be hand delivered. 35. 18-00979 Authorizing the Mayor-President on behalf of Baton Rouge City Court to accept a grant award from the Louisiana Commission on Law Enforcement for the purpose of operating the Baton Rouge City Court Domestic Violence Court – Batterer’s Intervention Program, 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. The grant program total is $44,700 (grantor $33,500, cash match $11,200). By Clerk of Court/Judicial Administrator. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 12, 2018 Cover Letter Application 36. 18-00980 Authorizing the Finance Director to refund an erroneous remittance of sales tax to United Rentals North America in the amount of $125,156.00 for remitting sales tax to East Baton Rouge Parish on rental equipment used outside the parish for the audit period of July 1, 2017 through October 31, 2017, with the cost of such refund to be charged against sales tax revenues. By Finance Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 12, 2018 Supporting Documentation 37. 18-00981 Amending the Code of Ordinances of the City of Baton Rouge and Parish of East Baton Rouge, Title 10 (Transportation) so as to repeal Chapter 7 (Bicycles), Sections 10:500 -10:514. By BRPD, Councilman LaMont Cole, and Councilman Matt Watson. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 12, 2018 Draft - Ordinance 38. 18-00992 Authorizing settlement of the claim of Barbara Ware for damages resulting from a fallen tree on claimant's house, for a total amount of $15,753.89, 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. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 12, 2018 Supporting Documentation to be hand delivered. 39. 18-00996 Authorizing the Mayor-President on behalf of Baton Rouge City Court to accept a grant award from the Louisiana Commission on Law Enforcement for the purpose of operating the Baton Rouge City Court Domestic Violence Court - Victim’s Advocacy Community Outreach, 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. The grant program total is $19,943 (grantor $14,953, cash match $7, in-kind match $4,983). By Clerk of Court/Judicial Administrator. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 12, 2018 Cover Letter Application 40. 18-00997 Authorizing the Mayor-President on behalf of Baton Rouge City Court to execute an amendment to the Professional Services Agreement with Ivory Wilson so as to continue providing services as a Substance Abuse Counselor for the Baton Rouge City Court Domestic Violence Court, for a total amended amount of $19,900 to cover the period from March 19, 2018 through December 31, 2018. Funded from Louisiana Commission on Law Enforcement and Cash Match. By Clerk of Court/Judicial Administrator. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 12, 2018 Cover Letter Contract 41. 18-00998 Authorizing the Mayor-President to accept the Resiliency in Communities After Stress and Trauma (ReCAST) grant award from the Department of Health and Human Services, Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration in the amount of $1,000,000.00 to assist high risk youth and their families by promoting resiliency and equity in communities that have experienced civil unrest through implementing evidence-based violence prevention, community engagement, and linkages to behavioral health services. By Office of the Mayor. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 12, 2018 Memo, Agenda item Request, Proposed Resolution to Accept ReCAST grant 42. 18-00999 Authorizing the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute a contract with Professional Engineering Consultants Corporation for professional engineering and surveying services in connection with the LA Highway 64 Regional Pump Station and Force Main Project for an amount not to exceed $49,575.00 (Account No. 80820-5120000003-NCDPPS0049-653250). By Environmental Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 12, 2018 Council Memo 43. 18-01002 Reconsidering the decision to condemn the property located at 7744 LaSalle Avenue, #45; Lot #12, LaSalle Place Subdivision. By Councilman Matt Watson. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 12, 2018 Supporting Documentation 44. 18-01003 Reconsidering the decision to condemn the property located at 7744 LaSalle Avenue, #46; Lot #12, LaSalle Place Subdivision. By Councilman Matt Watson. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 12, 2018 Supporting Documentation 45. 18-01004 Reconsidering the decision to condemn the property located at 7744 LaSalle Avenue, #47; Lot #12, LaSalle Place Subdivision. By Councilman Matt Watson. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 12, 2018 Supporting Documentation 46. 18-01005 Reconsidering the decision to condemn the property located at 7744 LaSalle Avenue, #48; Lot #12, LaSalle Place Subdivision. By Councilman Matt Watson. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on September 12, 2018 Supporting Documentation
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47. 18-00676 Chanel Wells 3475 Prescott Road, Lot 3PT Plank Road Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole This item was deferred from June 27, 2018 Picture Picture Inspector's Report Picture Picture 48. 18-00678 Ingrid D. Johnson 4012 Fairwoods Drive (Tree on House), Lot 175 East Dayton Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole This item was deferred from June 27, 2018 Picture Picture Inspector's Report Picture Picture 49. 18-00730 Georgetta Shorter, Winton Shorter, & Leon Covington 813 North Acadian Thwy. West, Lot 41 Colonial Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole This item was deferred from July 25, 2018 Picture Picture Inspector's Report Picture Picture 50. 18-00525 Vernan Wayne Roberson 1420 North 46th Street, Lot 9, Square 54 Greenville Extension Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole This item was deferred from May 23, 2018, June 13, 2018, and August 8, 2018 Picture Picture Inspector's Report Picture Picture Picture Picture Picture Picture 51. 18-00896 The Estate of Louise Alpine Johnson 10049 Avenue H, Lot 38-A, Square 32 University Place Subdivison - Council District 2 - Banks Picture Picture Inspector's Report 52. 18-00897 Pinnacle Homes and Properties, LLC 11975 Fairhaven Drive, Lot 265 Sherwood Forest Subdivision - Council District 4 - Wilson Picture Picture Inspector's Report 53. 18-00898 The Estate of Russell W. Hicks, Jr. 3426 Hollywood Street (House, Garage, and Shed), Lot 8, Square 17 Hollywood Subdivision - Council District 5 - Green Picture Picture Inspector's Report 54. 18-00899 Dorothy C. Clark 4216 Shelley Street (House and Carport), Lot 8, Square C Highland Park Place Subdivision - Council District 5 - Green Picture Picture Inspector's Report 55. 18-00900 Zerita Marie Polk Depass 1212 North 28th Street, Lot 2, Square 17 Abramson Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole Picture Picture Inspector's Report 56. 18-00901 Anna Watkins 3815 Charles Street (Rear Building only), Lot 29, Square 9 New Dayton Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole Picture Picture Inspector's Report 57. 18-00902 Glenda Osburne 4064 Accardo Street, Lot 10, Square 2 Roppolo Villa Addition Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole Picture Picture Inspector's Report 58. 18-00903 Emma Richardson McCelos, Leroy E. McCelos, and Velma McCelos 1364 North 39th Street, Lot 4, Square 3 Greenville Extension Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole Picture Picture Inspector's Report 59. 18-00904 The Estate of Gay E. Juban 3172 & 3178 Wyandotte Street, Lot 7, Square 6 Plank Road (Fairacre Farms) Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole Picture Picture Inspector's Report 60. 18-00905 Ruth K. Hall 1305 East Washington Street, Lot 12, Square 4 South Baton Rouge Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker Picture Picture Inspector's Report 61. 18-00906 Dorothy Lee Johnson Moody, George Louis Moody, Jr., and Deborah Regina Moody 2010 Maryland Street, Lot 41, Square 15 South Baton Rouge Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker Picture Picture Inspector's Report 62. 18-00907 James Boulivar Atkins 2404 Madison Avenue, Lot 1 PT, Square 14 Istrouma Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker Picture Picture Inspector's Report 63. 18-00908 Michael Packwood 1616 Terrace Street, Lot W. 1/2 of 10 & 11, Square A Bookertown Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker Picture Picture Inspector's Report 64. 18-00909 Sheila M. Earls Crocram 2728 Convention Street, Lot 3, Square 4 Wilson Place Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker Picture Picture Inspector's Report 65. 18-00910 Danielle Courtright 457 Beverly Drive (House and Rear Garage), Lot 7 and South 10' of 9, Square 8 Ogden Park Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker Picture Picture Inspector's Report
18-00823 Granting a five-year property tax abatement estimated at $143,536 per year for Brown Eagle Warehouse, located at 7808 Airline Highway. This application is referred by Louisiana Economic Development Restoration Tax Abatement Program to the City of Baton Rouge as RTA Application #2017-0546 for the purpose of encouraging private investment and restoration of property. By Planning Director. This item was deferred from August 8, 2018
18-00853 Authorizing the sale of the immovable property and attachments thereto known as Old Fire Station 1, located at 1801 North Laurel Street, previously declared as surplus property and no longer needed for a public purpose, unto Mid City Redevelopment Alliance for the sum of $135,000.00 and authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a cash sale / closing documents, and any and all documents in furtherance of this sale, with the Parish Attorney's Office to prepare, review, and/or approve all such documentation. By Mayor's Office.
18-00891 A resolution approving the calling of an election by the East Side Fire Protection District No. 5 of the Parish of East Baton Rouge, State of Louisiana, on December 8, 2018, for the purpose of authorizing the renewal of the levy and collection of a ten (10) mills ad valorem tax on all property subject to taxation within the boundaries of the East Side Fire Protection District No. 5, for a period of ten (10) years, commencing with and including the tax collection for the year 2019, and annually thereafter to and including the year 2028, to provide funds for the development, operation and maintenance of fire protection facilities of the East Side Fire Protection District No. 5 and paying the costs of obtaining water for fire protection purposes, including charges for fire hydrant rentals and service within the East Side Fire Protection District No. 5. By Bond Counsel
18-00927 Authorizing the Mayor-President on behalf of the City Constable's Office to execute an act of donation to the City of Central Police Department for a 2007 Ford Expedition which has been taken out of service by the City Constable's Office. By Councilwoman Donna Collins-Lewis and Constable Reginald Brown.
18-00883 To amend the 2018 Current Expense Budget for Emergency Medical Services to appropriate $5,700,000 from Fund Balance to provide for intergovernmental transfers to the Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals for the Upper Payment Limit (UPL) Medicaid reimbursement program. By Emergency Medical Services Director.
18-00884 To amend the 2018 Current Expense Budget for Emergency Medical Services to appropriate $210,000 from the Medicaid Supplemental Payments for projects the department is requesting. By Emergency Medical Services Director.
18-00892 Amending the 2018 current expense budget so as to appropriate a donation from Entergy and other donors in the amount of $2,215.00 for the purpose of purchasing school supplies to be given away at the District 10 Back-to-School Event. By Council Budget Officer.
18-00911 Rescinding and directing the Clerk of Court to cancel the Decision and Order recorded on January 20, 2016 at Original 233 of Bundle 12707 in the matter of "City of Baton Rouge vs. Joseph Dangerfield" - Condemnation Proceeding No. 9468 (238 W. Polk Street; East 1/2 of Lot 8, Square 28, South Baton Rouge Subdivision). Reason for rescission: Building has been secured. By Councilwoman Tara Wicker
18-00952 Authorizing settlement of the matter entitled "Artkeba Williams v. City of Baton Rouge, et al.", Suit No. 637,092, on the docket of the 19th Judicial District Court, in the amount of $200,000.00, plus court costs in the amount of $402.45, for a total amount of $200,402.45; appropriating $200,402.45 for such purpose; and rescinding Resolution 53657. *This matter may be discussed in Executive Session. (Attorney of record is Scott E. Silbert of Silbert, Garon, Pitre & Friedman). By Parish Attorney
18-00932 Amending Title 1 (Municipal and Parish Organization), Chapter 1 (Governing Body), Part 1 (Rules of Procedure), so as to add Section 1:13 relative to filling a vacancy in the membership of the Metropolitan Council by creating a procedure to allow interested residents registered to vote in the Parish who are qualified for the office to submit an application and be considered for appointment to the position. By Councilwoman Chauna Banks
76. 18-00886 Authorizing the Mayor-President to apply for and accept a grant award from the LA Division of Administration, Office of Community Development for the 2018-2019 Local Government Assistance Program (LGAP) grant in an amount not to exceed $16,600 on behalf of the Central Fire Protection District to purchase firefighting equipment and gear. This grant is 100% funded by the State of Louisiana. By Fire Chief, Central Fire Protection District. Legislation 2018-2019 LGAP Grant 77. 18-00887 Authorizing the Mayor-President to apply for and accept a grant award from the LA Division of Administration, Office of Community Development for the 2018-2019 Local Government Assistance Program (LGAP) grant in an amount not to exceed $16,600 on behalf of the Alsen-St Irma Lee Fire Protection District to purchase firefighting equipment and gear. This grant is 100% funded by the State of Louisiana. By Fire Chief, Alsen-St Irma Lee Fire Protection District. Legislation 2018-2019 LGAP Grant 78. 18-00888 Authorizing the Mayor-President to apply for and accept a grant award from the LA Division of Administration, Office of Community Development for the 2018-2019 Local Government Assistance Program (LGAP) grant in an amount not to exceed $16,600 on behalf of the Chaneyville Fire Protection District to purchase firefighting equipment and gear. This grant is 100% funded by the State of Louisiana. By Fire Chief, Chaneyville Fire Protection District. Legislation 2018-2019 LGAP Grant 79. 18-00889 Authorizing the Mayor-President to apply for and accept a grant award from the LA Division of Administration, Office of Community Development for the 2018-2019 Local Government Assistance Program (LGAP) grant in an amount not to exceed $16,600 on behalf of the Pride Fire Protection District to purchase firefighting equipment and gear. This grant is 100% funded by the State of Louisiana. By Fire Chief, Pride Fire Protection District. Legislation 2018-2019 LGAP Grant 80. 18-00890 Authorizing the Mayor-President to apply for and accept a grant award from the LA Division of Administration, Office of Community Development for the 2018-2019 Local Government Assistance Program (LGAP) grant in an amount not to exceed $16,600 on behalf of the Brownsfield Fire Protection District to purchase firefighting equipment and gear. This grant is 100% funded by the State of Louisiana. By Fire Chief, Brownsfield Fire Protection District. Legislation Cover Letter
18-00946 Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute an agreement with Management Partners, Inc. for management and analytical services to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of operations, in an amount not to exceed $300,000. By Mayor-President.
18-00914 Authorizing the Mayor-President to file an application and execute an agreement with the State of Louisiana, Division of Administration, Office of Community Development for grant assistance under the Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery Program through the Restore Louisiana Infrastructure: FEMA Public Assistance Nonfederal Share Match Program in an amount not to exceed $5 million. By Mayor-President.
18-00913 Authorizing the Mayor-President to accept an Act of Donation on behalf of the City of Baton Rouge and Parish of East Baton Rouge from the Rotary Club of Baton Rouge, Inc. Foundation in order to install a large-scale work of visual art with a current fair market value of $340,000 in the City of Baton Rouge Parish of East Baton Rouge, Louisiana on the levee where Florida Boulevard meets the Mississippi River. By Downtown Development District Director.
18-00915 Authorizing the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute Amendment No. 5 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 $300,325.00 (Account No. 5100-7700-40-7710-7751-0000-000000-647600). By Environmental Services Director.
18-00916 Authorizing the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute Supplemental Agreement No. 6 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 final one-year renewal period for an amount not to exceed $500,000.00 (Account No. 5100-7700-40-7710-7740-7716-000000-647600). By Environmental Services Director.
18-00920 To urge and request the City-Parish Government of East Baton Rouge Parish to name Baton Rouge Emergency Medical Station 12 located at 14523 Old Hammond Highway in honor of former Councilman Anthony "Buddy" Amoroso IV. By Councilman Scott Wilson and Councilman Dwight Hudson.
18-00922 Requesting the Planning Commission work with representatives of the development community and neighborhood associations to develop and establish standards for open space in residential developments for possible proposed amendments to the Unified Development Code. By Councilman Dwight Hudson.
18-00925 Authorization for the Mayor-President and/or Chairman of the Airport Commission to execute Work Authorization No. 3 to the contract with Airport Management Group, LLC (AMG) for Program Management Services at the Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport for the period October 1, 2018 through September 30, 2019 in an amount not to exceed $2,372,088.29. (Contingent on adequate funding). By Interim Aviation Director.
18-00926 Authorization for the Mayor-President and/or Chairman of the Airport Commission to execute Amendment No. 1 to the Lease Agreement with Airport Management Group, LLC (AMG) to reduce the office space from 3400 square feet to 2300 square feet. By Interim Aviation Director.
18-00928 Authorize the Mayor-President to enter into the Entity/State Agreement in connection with State Project No. H.011842 / Federal Aid Project No. H011842 Choctaw Drive Pavement Preservation with the Louisiana Department of Transportation and the Capital Region Planning Commission. With the commitment that the City Parish will provide funding for Environmental, Engineering Design, Construction Engineering and Inspection and 30% of the construction cost which is estimated to be 37% ($1,452,500) of the estimated total cost ($3,900,000) of the project be available through the ½ Cent Sales Tax Roadway Capacity and Rehabilitation Program. (Account No.47.7210012.647100.2010XXX (WILL BE DESIGNATED FROM FUTURE GLP 27% BUDGET APPROPRIATIONS) ESTIMATED LOCAL MATCH = $1,452,500.00). By Transportation and Drainage Director.
91. 18-00929 Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a Contract for Acquisition and Relocation Services with Lacy Baaheth, LLC, for work associated with Green Light Project Pecue Lane/I-10 Interchange, being City-Parish Project No. 09-CS-US-0041, RFQ No. 09-ES-US-021, State Project (DOTD) No. H.004104, Federal Aid No. IM-1709(507), in an amount not to exceed $50,400.00. By Transportation and Drainage Director. Legislation Council Memo 92. 18-00930 Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a Contract for Acquisition and Relocation Services with Professional Engineering Consultants Corporation, for work associated with Green Light Project Pecue Lane/I-10 Interchange, being City-Parish Project No. 09-CS-US-0041, RFQ No. 09-ES-US-021, State Project (DOTD) No. H.004104, Federal Aid No. IM-1709(507), in an amount not to exceed $53,200.00. (Account No 4650-7100-30-7120-X-X-651120-92019). By Transportation and Drainage Director. Legislation Council Memo 93. 18-00931 Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute Supplemental Agreement No. 6 to the contract with Shread-Kuyrkendall & Associates, Inc., for engineering and land surveying services associated with Green Light Project Pecue Lane/I-10 Interchange, being City-Parish Project No. 09-CS-US-0041, RFQ No. 09-ES-US-021, State Project (DOTD) No. H.004104, Federal Aid No. IM-1709(507), in an amount not to exceed $198,781.64. By Transportation and Drainage Director. Legislation Council Memo
18-00940 Authorizing the Mayor-President to approve Supplemental Agreement No. 1 to the Stormwater Master Plan contract for Phase II with HNTB, Inc. for engineering services for an amount not to exceed $800,000. City-Parish Project No. 1-DR-CI-0022 (Account No. 1000-7100-30-7120-0000-0000-000000-647900-40000). By Transportation and Drainage Director.
18-00947 Authorizing the Mayor-President to enter into a contract with HNTB Corporation for Project Development and Design Services for the Bus Rapid Transit Improvement for an amount of $440,000. By Transportation and Drainage Director.
18-00948 Authorizing the Mayor-President to enter into a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with the Capital Area Transportation System for the expansion of Bus Rapid Transit Improvement and appropriating $220,000 of funding from CATS representing their 50% cost share for said purpose. By Transportation and Drainage Director.
18-00950 Authorizing the Mayor-President to enter into a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with the Arts Council of Greater Baton Rouge, Inc., to transfer unto the Arts Council of Greater Baton Rouge, Inc., the use and occupancy of Lot 4, Square 30, Beauregard Town Subdivision, located at 233 St. Ferdinand Street, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, informally known as "The Triangle Building", to be operated as a community arts center and offices for the Arts Council of Greater Baton Rouge, Inc. By Mayor's Office
18-00951 Authorizing the Mayor-President or Director of Mosquito Abatement and Rodent Control to execute and accept a grant award and Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with the Louisiana Department of Health and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to provide up to $500,000 in funds and/or equipment for a tire shredder and associated site costs. By Director of the Mosquito Abatement and Rodent Control District, Councilman Matt Watson, and Councilwoman Tara Wicker.
ADJUDICATED PROPERTIES 99. 18-00832 Lot: 12, Square 37 Subdivision: Gracie Subdivision Applicant: Ellen S. Ballard Address: Gayosa Street Metro Council District: 10 - Wicker Initial Bid Amount: $ 300.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 855.00 Appraised Value: $ 7,000.00 Taxes Due: $ 5,729.06 Adjudicated for 1988 Taxes Bids Received: 8/15/2018 High Bidder: Ellen S. Ballard $300.00 Intended Use: Invest 100. 18-00833 Lot: 32 and 33, Square 33 Subdivision: Bank Subdivision Applicant: Johnny Johnson Address: 73rd Avenue Metro Council District: 10 - Wicker Initial Bid Amount: $ 500.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 1,200.00 Appraised Value: $ 5,000.00 Taxes Due: $ 576.07 Adjudicated for 2006 Taxes Bids Received: 8/15/2018 High Bidder: Johnny Johnson $500.00 Intended Use: Add to my yard 101. 18-00834 Lot: 8 and 9 pt., Square 28 Subdivision: Bank Subdivision Applicant: LaDonna Allen Robertson Address: Somerset Metro Council District: Somerset 2 - Banks Initial Bid Amount: $ 100.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 905.00 Appraised Value: $ 3,800.00 Taxes Due: $ 1,726.99 Adjudicated for 1987 Taxes Bids Received: 8/15/2018 High Bidder: LaDonna Allen Robertson $100.00 Intended Use: Add to my property
18-00306 EAST BATON ROUGE PARISH MOSQUITO ABATEMENT DISTRICT One appointment to fill the vacancy left by Harold Kirby, whose term expired on February 11, 2018. This is a three (3) year term. (Mr. Kirby is term limited and not eligible for reappointment. Appointment must be an experienced farmer or rancher whose name is submitted by the Farm Agent of the Parish of East Baton Rouge). Current Ballot Albert B. Andrews This item was deferred from March 14, 2018, April 25, 2018, and June 27
18-00937 CAPITAL REGION PLANNING COMMISSION One appointment to fill the unexpired term of Buddy Amoroso. This term expires December 31, 2019. To replace member who passed away. (Must be a Metropolitan Council member) Current Ballot This item was deferred from August 8, 2018
18-01000 COMPLETE STREETS CITIZENS ADVISORY COMMITTEE One appointment to fill the unexpired term of Sheila Lewis, PhD. who resigned. This term expires on July 31, 2019. Current Ballot
18-01001 PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION: One appointment to fill the unexpired term of Jason Engen who resigned. This term expires on December 31, 2018. (Must be a rural appointment) Current Ballot Antonio P. Carriere Kathryn Juneau Theodore Richards
18-01007 EAST BATON ROUGE PARISH COMMUNICATIONS DISTRICT -BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS: Consideration of reappointing or replacing Jim Verlander, whose term expires on August 22, 2018. This is a four (4) year term. Current Ballot Robert McGarner Jr. (application received)
18-00968 River Center Theatre Drop-Off Lane Project: 18-ASC-CP-1125 Account: 5751-5500-60-5550-0000-0000-000000-653000-92031 Estimate: $80,000.00 *Local **In State *The Luster Group, LLC $ 97,000.00
18-00918 Receiving a report from the Parish Attorney’s Office and Civic Source regarding the Civic Source contract, the process used by Civic Source in the sale of adjudicated property, and the statistics and results of the Civic Source contract. By Councilwoman Chauna Banks
OTHER ITEMS TO BE ADOPTED (EMERGENCY) 18-00987 Consideration and appointment of a Director of Aviation for the Greater Baton Rouge Airport District. By Councilwoman Donna Collins-Lewis and Councilman Lamont Cole. Reason for emergency: In order to expedite appointment of the Director of Aviation
18-00906 Dorothy Lee Johnson Moody, George Louis Moody, Jr., and Deborah Regina Moody 2010 Maryland Street, Lot 41, Square 15 South Baton Rouge Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker
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