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Adoption and Approval of Minutes
1. 19-01321 Approval and adoption of minutes of the Metropolitan Council Meeting of November 13, 2019, the Greater Baton Rouge Airport Commission Meeting of November 12, 2019. and the Metropolitan Council Zoning Meeting of November 20, 2019. By Council Administrator/Treasurer.
SECTION 2.12 INTRODUCTIONS 2. 19-01282 Granting a renewal of a Five-Year property tax abatement estimated at $275,092 per year for Renaissance Apartments at 650 N. Ardenwood Drive. This application is referred by Louisiana Economic Development Restoration Tax Abatement Program to the City of Baton Rouge as RTA application #2013-0103 for the purpose of encouraging private investment and restoration of property. By Planning Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Cover Memo Abatement Estimate Worksheet Draft Legislation 3. 19-01286 An Ordinance creating the Harveston Economic Development District and defining the boundaries and powers thereof (an providing for certain district matters) in accordance with and authorized by Chapter 27 of Title 33 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950. By Councilman Chandler Loupe. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 cover memo 4. 19-01295 Authorizing the Library Director to establish a pool to hire Substitute Librarians, Library Aides, Library Pages, and Library Technicians on a day to day basis, at step 1 of the current classifications salary, with funding to be provided from funds available within the budget of the Library Board of Control. By Human Resources Director & Library Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Cover Letter 5. 19-01300 Adopting the revised 2020 pay plan for the classified, unclassified, non-classified, contract, Fire, and Police employees of the City of Baton Rouge and Parish of East Baton Rouge; establishing the effective date of said plan as December 21, 2019; and repealing all Ordinances or parts of Ordinances in conflict herewith. By Human Resources Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 10, 2019 Cover Letter 6. 19-01301 Fixing the number of employees of the Parish of East Baton Rouge, the City of Baton Rouge, and agencies to which appropriations are made; and establishing the effective date of December 21, 2019 and repealing all Ordinances in conflict herewith. By Human Resources Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 10, 2019 Cover Letter 7. 19-01311 Amending Ordinance 16120, adopted November 24, 2015, thus amending Title 2 (STREETS, ALLEYS, SIDEWALKS, BATTURES AND SEWERS), CHAPTER 5 (SEWERAGE) to update the City-Parish PRETREATMENT STANDARDS, WASTEWATER STANDARDS, PERMITS, AND PROHIBITIONS, PRETREATMENT FACILITIES, OPERATIONS & MAINTENANCE, REPORTING REQUIREMENTS, RECORDKEEPING, AND PROVIDING FOR OTHER RELATED MATTERS. By Environmental Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Council Memo 8. 19-01328 A Resolution approving and authorizing the Mayor-President, on behalf of the City of Baton Rouge and Parish of East Baton Rouge, to negotiate and enter into an Economic Development Incentive Agreement, providing a Forgivable Loan and/or Grant, not to exceed $1,400,000 over ten (10) years, to Oceans Behavioral Hospital of Baton Rouge, LLC, with eligibility for accepting such funding contingent on meeting specified spending, job creation and job retention standards and to execute the necessary loan and/or grant agreements, security devices, claw back and recoupment provisions and other non-substantive modifications; and to execute all contracts, agreements and amendments to effectuate same. By Mayor's Office. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Economic Development Incentive Agreement - Oceans Behavioral Hospital of Baton Rouge, LLC 9. 19-01345 A resolution approving an annual Payment in Lieu of Taxes to the Sheriff of East Baton Rouge Parish in an amount not to exceed the current property tax payments of $1,684.95 (one thousand six hundred eighty-four dollars and ninety-five cents) in accordance with a Memorandum of Understanding between the Capital Area Finance Authority and Gulf Coast Housing Partnership, LLC. By Councilwoman Tara Wicker. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 resolution CONDEMNATION INTRODUCTIONS 10. 19-01292 Kevin Lynn Phillips and Ingrid Womack Phillips 2810 Country Plaza Avenue, Lot 12 Country Plaza Subdivision, 2nd Filing - Council District 1 - Welch Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 11. 19-01293 Harry Louis Benton, Larry Benton, Sr., Warren James Benton, Sr., Glynn Anthony Benton, Linda Marie Benton, Carolyn Ann Benton Major, Susan Faye Benton, Tammy Louise Benton Booker, Frances Benton, David Robertson, and The Estate of Frank Benton 5237 Ford Street, Lots 9 & 10, Square 25 Zion City Subdivision - Council District 5 - Green Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 12. 19-01294 Christopher Robins 785 North 44th Street, Lot 17, Square 45 Greenville Extension Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 13. 19-01296 Howard Roy Hood, Ron Christopher Williams, Reginald Williams, Derrick D. Liggans, and Ranada N. Givens 624 North 46th Street (House and Rear Shed), Lot 19, Square 48 Greenville Extension Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 14. 19-01297 Patrick Ligon Tessier, Charles Robert Tessier, III, Tara Susan Tessier, Jefferson T. Tessier, Jr., Robert Lawrence Tessier, Shivaun T. Davis, Ella Virginia Tessier Wakely, The Estate of John B. Tessier, The Estate of Thomas F. Tessier, and The Estate of Steve B. Tessier 764 Lakeland Drive, Lots D, E, & Portion of Lot H Spanish Town Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 15. 19-01298 James A. Hopkins 1835 Missouri Street, Lot 10, Square 18 South Baton Rouge Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 16. 19-01299 Aubin Properties, LLC 2462 Aubin Lane, Lot 10-A-2 Phillips Acres Subdivision - Council District 11 - Watson Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Picture Picture Inspector's Report ADJUDICATED PROPERTY INTRODUCTIONS 17. 19-01306 Lot: 3, Square 3 Subdivision: Maryland Applicant: Don Neal Address: Gore Road-MOW TO OWN Metro Council District: 2 - Banks Initial Bid Amount $ 500.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 605.00 Appraised Value: $ N/A-MOW TO OWN Taxes Due: $ Unknown at this time Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 18. 19-01307 Lot: 28, Square 178 Subdivision: South Baton Rouge Applicant: Patricia Castle-MOW TO OWN Address: West Roosevelt Metro Council District: 10 - Wicker Initial Bid Amount $ 100.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 475.00 Appraised Value: $ N/A - MOW TO OWN Taxes Due: $ Unknown at this time Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 19. 19-01308 Lot: 9, Square 3 Subdivision: Northdale Applicant: Ted Louis Higginbotham - MOW TO OWN Address: Birch Street Metro Council District: 10 - Wicker Initial Bid Amount $ 50.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 200.00 Appraised Value: $ N/A - MOW TO OWN Taxes Due: $ Unknown at this time Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 PLANNING AND ZONING INTRODUCTIONS OTHER INTRODUCTIONS 20. 19-01287 A report from the mediator to include his recommended dollar number (and other terms) to settle the Andricka Williams, et al vs. City of Baton Rouge, et al matter and set deadline for each side to confidentially respond to the proposal with either an acceptance or a rejection. By Councilwoman Chauna Banks. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Williams petition 21. 19-01288 Authorizing the Parish Attorney's Office to accept the mediator's recommended dollar number (and other terms) to settle the Andricka Williams, et al vs. City of Baton Rouge, et al matter and proceed based on the set deadline for the plaintiff to confidentially respond to the proposal with either an acceptance or a rejection. By Councilwoman Chauna Banks. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Williams petition 22. 19-01289 Amending and reenacting Ordinance 17160, adopted September 11, 2019, which established voting precincts within Wards 1, 2, & 3 in East Baton Rouge Parish, and designating polling places so as to change the polling locations for Ward 1, Precincts 81A and 81B; and reestablishing designated polling locations for all other precincts within the Parish of East Baton Rouge. By Registrar of Voters. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Cover Letter 23. 19-01290 Authorizing the Mayor-President, on behalf of the Baton Rouge Police Department, to enter in to contractual agreement with Envisage Research and Analytics LLC in the amount of $26,861.40 under the awarded grant, "FY2018 Project Safe Neighborhoods / Baton Rouge Rapid Response Task Force". Envisage Research and Analytics LLC will serve as a research partner and evaluator of the grant program. By Police Chief. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Cover Letter 24. 19-01291 BRAC 2019 Economic Development year end presentation by Donnie Miller, Director of Business, Baton Rouge Area Chamber. By Councilman Scott Wilson. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 BRAC Year End Presentation 2019 25. 19-01285 Authorizing settlement of the matter entitled "Marquitta Richardson v. Jacqueline Trask, et al.," Suit No. C652,612 on the docket of the 19th Judicial District Court, in the amount of $25,000.00, plus court costs in the amount of $298.00, for a total amount of $25,298.00, which amount shall be paid from the account designated "Insurance - Auto Liability" (1000.4700.10.0550.0000.0000.000000.644120). *This matter may be discussed in Executive Session. (Attorney of record is Charles S. Lambert, Jr. of the Law Offices of Charles S. Lambert, Jr., LLC). By Parish Attorney. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Supporting Documentation to be hand delivered. 26. 19-01302 Authorize the Mayor-President to execute a Contract for Engineering Services with CSRS, Inc. for engineering services to update the survey, hydraulic and hydrologic analysis, clearing and grubbing plans, final plans and environmental permitting associated with MOVEBR Project McHugh Rd (Groom to Lower Zachary), being City-Parish Project No. 19-CP-HC-0039, in an amount not to exceed $238,031.98. This amount is 100% City-Parish funds. (ACCOUNT NO. 9217100012-4360-00006-00000000-653240). By Transportation and Drainage Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Council Backup Memo 27. 19-01303 Authorize the Mayor-President to execute Supplemental Agreement No. 5 to the contract with STANTEC Consulting Services Inc., for Preliminary Engineering to investigate alternative concepts that can reduce right-of-way impacts associated with MOVEBR Project Perkins Road, Siegen to Pecue, being City-Parish Project No. 12-CS-HC-0015, in an amount not to exceed $41,690.00. This amount is 100% City-Parish funds. (ACCOUNT NO. 9217100038-4304-00006-0000000000-653240). By Transportation and Drainage Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Council Backup Memo 28. 19-01304 Authorize the Mayor-President to execute a Contract for Engineering Services with Evans-Graves Engineers, Inc. for updating the survey, hydraulic and hydrologic analysis and final plans associated with MOVEBR Project South Choctaw Drive (Flannery Road to Central Thruway), being City-Parish Project No. 19-CP-HC-0038 (formerly 02-CS-HC-0006), in an amount not to exceed $210,907.20. This amount is 100% City-Parish funds. By Transportation and Drainage Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Council Backup Memo 29. 19-01309 Authorizing the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to approve the submittal of the Louisiana Municipal Water Pollution Prevention (MWPP) Environmental Audit for the South Treatment Plant (LA0036412 AI#4841) to the Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality (LDEQ) for the monitoring period of September 1, 2018 through August 31, 2019. By Environmental Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Council Memo 30. 19-01310 Authorizing the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to approve the submittal of the Louisiana Municipal Water Pollution Prevention (MWPP) Environmental Audit for the North Treatment Plant (LA0036439 AI#4843) to the Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality (LDEQ) for the monitoring period of September 1, 2018 through August 31, 2019. By Environmental Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Council Memo 31. 19-01312 Authorize the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute Amendment No. 2 with K3B, LLC for Pump Station Lawn Maintenance – East Site Group resulting in additional compensation of $25,390.00 for the final year of the contract (Account No. 5100-7700-40-7710-7742-0000-000000-642260). By Environmental Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Council Memo 32. 19-01313 Authorize the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute Amendment No. 2 with Carruth Holdings LLC for Pump Station Lawn Maintenance – South Site Group resulting in additional compensation of $8,902.00 for the final year of the contract (Account No. 5100-7700-40-7710-7742-0000-000000-642260). By Environmental Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Council Memo 33. 19-01314 Authorize the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute Amendment No. 3 with W.P. Enterprise, LLC for Pump Station Lawn Maintenance – North Site Group resulting in additional compensation of $6,350.00 for the final year of the contract (Account No. 5100-7700-40-7710-7742-0000-000000-642260). By Environmental Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Council Memo 34. 19-01315 Authorize the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute Amendment No. 5 with Baton Rouge Inspection Coalition, LLC for Construction Inspection Support Services in connection with Annual Construction Inspection Support – Firm 2 being Project No. 15-CN-MS-0009, resulting in an increase in contract not to exceed $550,000.00 and an extension of contract time to December 31, 2020 (Account No. 80912-5110000004-SSO2RINSP1-653220). By Environmental Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Council Memo 35. 19-01316 Authorize the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute Amendment No. 7 with ECM Consultants, Inc. for Construction Inspection Support Services in connection with Annual Construction Inspection Support – Firm 1, being Project No. 15-CN-MS-0008, resulting in an increase in contract not to exceed $900,000.00 and an extension of contract time to December 31, 2020 (Account No. 80912-5110000004-SSO2RINSP2-653220). By Environmental Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Council Memo 36. 19-01317 Authorize the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute Amendment No. 9 with Gotech, Inc., w/subconsultant: Volkert, Inc., for construction inspection support services in connection with Annual Construction Inspection Support Project – Group 2, Project No. 12-CN-MS-0013, R.F.Q. No. 12-ES-PW-001, to extend the contract time to December 31, 2020 and add additional compensation in an amount not to exceed $500,000.00 (Account No. 80912-5110000004-SSO2RINSP3-653220). By Environmental Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Council Memo 37. 19-01318 Authorizing the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute Amendment No. 5 with Allen & LeBlanc, LLC for construction services in connection with the Annual Parishwide Sewer Repair and Replacement Project, being City Parish Project 17-PN-MS-0015, resulting in an increase in contract of $1,900,000.00 (Account No. 80702-5110000004-CD01R00032-643400). By Environmental Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Council Memo 38. 19-01319 Authorize the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute Amendment No. 2 with McLeod Electric, LLC for Pump Station Mechanical, Electrical & Instrumentation Services being City-Parish Project No. 17-PS-MS-0030, resulting in additional compensation of $150,000.00 for 2019, additional compensation of $400,000.00 for 2020 and exercises the second optional renewal to extend the contract time to December 31, 2020 (Account No. 5100-7700-40-7710-7742-0000-000000-647670, 5100-7700-40-7710-7750-7713-000000-647670 and 5100-7700-40-7710-7750-7714-000000-647670). By Environmental Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Council Memo 39. 19-01320 Authorizing the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute Supplemental Agreement No. 2 to the contract with Buchart Horn, Inc. for engineering services in connection with the South Wastewater Treatment Plant Digester Gas Reuse Project, Project No. 16-TP-MS-0011 in an amount of $12,390.00 (Account No. 81403-5443000004-SSO2RMP021-653250). By Environmental Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Council Memo 40. 19-01323 Authorizing the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute Supplemental Agreement No.17 to the contract with CH2M Hill Engineers, Inc. (formerly CH2M Hill, Inc.) for program management services for Phase II of the Baton Rouge Sanitary Sewer Overflow (SSO) Control and Wastewater Facilities Program and amend PO130464 to extend the contract time through December 31, 2020, and add additional compensation in an amount not to exceed $3,250,000.00 (Account Nos. 81101-5110000001-NCDPPADM01-653091 and 5100-7700-40-7710-7770-0000-000000-643580-81162). By Environmental Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Council Memo 41. 19-01324 Authorize the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute Supplemental Agreement No. 2 to the contract with Compliance EnviroSystems, LLC (CES) for professional services in connection with Annual Parishwide Sewer Cleaning and Physical Inspection Services to continue providing O&M support services for the first year of the contract for an amount not to exceed $600,000.00 (Account No. 80702-5110000004-CD01R00036-653400, 80702-5140000004-CD01R00036-653400, 80702-5433000004-CD01R00036-653400, 80702-5434000004-CD01R00036-653400, 80702-5441000004-CD01R00036-653400, 80702-5442000004-CD01R00036-653400 and 80702-5443000004-CD01R00036-653400). By Environmental Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Council Memo 42. 19-01325 Authorize the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute Supplemental Agreement No. 7 to the contract with SJB Group, Inc. / Owen & White, Inc. – A Joint Venture, for additional engineering services in connection with the Zachary Area Transmission Network Improvements Project for the relocation of the 48” force main in conjunction with the Comite River Diversion Project for an amount not to exceed $193,578.79. By Environmental Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Council Memo 43. 19-01326 Authorization for the Mayor-President and/or Chairman of the Airport Commission to execute an Amendment to the lease agreement with 337, LLC to increase the land rental from a 1-acre tract of land to a 1.76-acre tract of land and adjust the rental rate from $6,707.80 per year to $12,649.82 per year (All other terms and conditions of the original lease remain the same). By Aviation Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Cover Letter 44. 19-01327 Authorization for the Mayor-President and/or Chairman of the Airport Commission to execute a mutual cancellation of the agreement with ExpressJet Airlines, Inc. By Aviation Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Cover Letter 45. 19-01330 Authorizing the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute an extension to the agreement between the City-Parish and the Capital Resource Conservation and Development Council, Inc. (CRCD) through December 31, 2020 for the cost of inspecting private sewage treatment systems in the watersheds of the Comite River, the Middle Amite River, and Thompson Creek within East Baton Rouge Parish. This agreement will appropriate $31,200 of estimated revenues from the CDCD to reimburse the City-Parish for inspection services for the 2020 calendar year at a rate of $25.00 per hour. (Budget Supplement No. 8732). By Environmental Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Council Memo 46. 19-01331 Authorizing the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute Amendment #2 to the contract with Andrew Boatner for the inspection of private sewerage systems in the watersheds of the Comite River, the Middle Amite River, and Thompson Creek within East Baton Rouge Parish so as to increase the amount of the contract by $31,200 from $53,400 to an amount not to exceed $84,600. This amendment will extend the contract from the period January 1, 2020 through December 31, 2020. Funding is provided through an agreement between the Capital Resource Conservation and Development Council, Inc. and the City-Parish. By Environmental Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Council Memo 47. 19-01332 Authorizing the Finance Director to refund an erroneous remittance of sales and use taxes to Healthcare Services Group, Inc. in the amount of $105,874.93 for remitting sales tax on purchases of food that was prepared and served to patients of nursing homes for the audit period of January 1, 2015 through December 31, 2017 with the cost of such refund to be charged against sales tax revenues. By Finance Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Supporting Documentation 48. 19-01333 Authorizing settlement of the matter entitled "Thelma Parker v. Brandon Taylor, et al," Suit No. 664,309 on the docket of the 19th Judicial District Court, in the amount of $25,000.00, plus court costs in the amount of $118.00, for a total amount of $25,118.00, which amount shall be paid from the account designated "Insurance - Auto Liability" (1000.4700.10.0550.0000.0000.000000.644120). *This matter may be discussed in Executive Session. (Attorney of record is Robert C. Funderburk, Jr.). By Parish Attorney. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Supporting Documentation to be hand delivered. 49. 19-01334 Receiving an update from ExxonMobil regarding project stewardship the new polyolefinss project and the community initiatives that resulted from this project investment. By Councilman Matt Watson. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Cover Letter 50. 19-01335 Authorizing settlement of the claim of Audrey Smith and Patricia Brown for damages resulting from a sewer back-up in the claimants' house, for a total amount of $23,415.23, 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 December 11, 2019 Supporting Documentation to be hand delivered. 51. 19-01336 Authorizing settlement of the claim of Bernard Kibodi for damages to a building resulting from an auto accident caused by a Baton Rouge Police Officer, in the amount of $15,803.17, which amount shall be paid from the account designated "Insurance - Auto Liability" (1000.4700.10.0550.0000. 0000.000000.644120). *This matter may be discussed in Executive Session. (In Proper Person). By Parish Attorney. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Supporting Documentation to be hand delivered. 52. 19-01337 Authorizing settlement of the claim of Connie Booker and Josh Booker for damages resulting from a sewer back-up in the claimants' house, for a total amount of $19,892.46, 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 December 11, 2019 Supporting Documentation to be hand delivered. 53. 19-01338 Authorizing settlement of the claim of James Myers for damages resulting from flooding during multiple storm events in the claimant's house, for a total amount of $30,000.00, 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 December 11, 2019 Supporting Documentation to be hand delivered. 54. 19-01344 Creating guidelines and a permit process for new water wells in East Baton Rouge Parish that serve industrial, commercial, and/or residential users. By Councilman Trae Welch. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Cover Letter
55. 19-01009 Derrick Harrell 10530 & 10532 Scotland Avenue, Lot 3, Square 1 Scotlandville Subdivision - Council District 2 - Banks This item was deferred from September 25, 2019 Picture Picture Inspector's Report Picture Picture Picture 56. 19-00427 Options Foundation Inc. 2386 Convention Street, Lot 18 and 20, Square 23 Hickey Town Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker This item was deferred from May 8, 2019 and November 13, 2019 Picture Picture Inspector's Report Picture Picture Picture Picture 57. 19-01189 Eugene Weathersby, Jr. 3145 Vancouver Drive, Lot 137 Village Cote' Subdivision (2nd Filing) - Council District 4 - Wilson Picture Picture Inspector's Report 58. 19-01190 Lionell Dale Maggitt and Yvonne D. Maggitt 4048 Sycamore Street (House and Rear Shed), Lot 1+, Square 12 Schorten Place Subdivision - Council District 5 - Green Picture Picture Inspector's Report 59. 19-01191 Gregory Joseph Messina 4944 Sunnybrook Drive, Lot 64 Sunnybrook Subdivision (1st Filing) - Council District 5 - Green Picture Picture Inspector's Report
PUBLIC HEARING / MEETING 19-01084 Amending the 2019 Capital Budget so as to appropriate $10,000,000 in bond proceeds from the 2019 Public Improvement Sales Tax Revenue Bonds for the purpose of providing the City-Parish portion for the East Baton Rouge Parish Flood Risk Reduction Project and paying all the associated costs of issuance. (Budget Supplement No. 8727). By Transportation and Drainage Director and Finance Director. This item was deferred from October 23, 2019 Legislation Supporting Documentation Other
19-01186 A First Amendment to General Sales Tax Bond Resolution No. 54430 authorizing and providing for the amendment of the provisions relating to the issuance of additional bonds and the provisions relating to the establishment and funding of the debt service reserve fund; and providing for other matters related thereto. By Bond Counsel . Cover Letter
2. 19-01282 Granting a renewal of a Five-Year property tax abatement estimated at $275,092 per year for Renaissance Apartments at 650 N. Ardenwood Drive. This application is referred by Louisiana Economic Development Restoration Tax Abatement Program to the City of Baton Rouge as RTA application #2013-0103 for the purpose of encouraging private investment and restoration of property. By Planning Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Cover Memo Abatement Estimate Worksheet Draft Legislation 3. 19-01286 An Ordinance creating the Harveston Economic Development District and defining the boundaries and powers thereof (an providing for certain district matters) in accordance with and authorized by Chapter 27 of Title 33 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950. By Councilman Chandler Loupe. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 cover memo 4. 19-01295 Authorizing the Library Director to establish a pool to hire Substitute Librarians, Library Aides, Library Pages, and Library Technicians on a day to day basis, at step 1 of the current classifications salary, with funding to be provided from funds available within the budget of the Library Board of Control. By Human Resources Director & Library Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Cover Letter 5. 19-01300 Adopting the revised 2020 pay plan for the classified, unclassified, non-classified, contract, Fire, and Police employees of the City of Baton Rouge and Parish of East Baton Rouge; establishing the effective date of said plan as December 21, 2019; and repealing all Ordinances or parts of Ordinances in conflict herewith. By Human Resources Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 10, 2019 Cover Letter 6. 19-01301 Fixing the number of employees of the Parish of East Baton Rouge, the City of Baton Rouge, and agencies to which appropriations are made; and establishing the effective date of December 21, 2019 and repealing all Ordinances in conflict herewith. By Human Resources Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 10, 2019 Cover Letter 7. 19-01311 Amending Ordinance 16120, adopted November 24, 2015, thus amending Title 2 (STREETS, ALLEYS, SIDEWALKS, BATTURES AND SEWERS), CHAPTER 5 (SEWERAGE) to update the City-Parish PRETREATMENT STANDARDS, WASTEWATER STANDARDS, PERMITS, AND PROHIBITIONS, PRETREATMENT FACILITIES, OPERATIONS & MAINTENANCE, REPORTING REQUIREMENTS, RECORDKEEPING, AND PROVIDING FOR OTHER RELATED MATTERS. By Environmental Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Council Memo 8. 19-01328 A Resolution approving and authorizing the Mayor-President, on behalf of the City of Baton Rouge and Parish of East Baton Rouge, to negotiate and enter into an Economic Development Incentive Agreement, providing a Forgivable Loan and/or Grant, not to exceed $1,400,000 over ten (10) years, to Oceans Behavioral Hospital of Baton Rouge, LLC, with eligibility for accepting such funding contingent on meeting specified spending, job creation and job retention standards and to execute the necessary loan and/or grant agreements, security devices, claw back and recoupment provisions and other non-substantive modifications; and to execute all contracts, agreements and amendments to effectuate same. By Mayor's Office. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Economic Development Incentive Agreement - Oceans Behavioral Hospital of Baton Rouge, LLC 9. 19-01345 A resolution approving an annual Payment in Lieu of Taxes to the Sheriff of East Baton Rouge Parish in an amount not to exceed the current property tax payments of $1,684.95 (one thousand six hundred eighty-four dollars and ninety-five cents) in accordance with a Memorandum of Understanding between the Capital Area Finance Authority and Gulf Coast Housing Partnership, LLC. By Councilwoman Tara Wicker. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 resolution CONDEMNATION INTRODUCTIONS 10. 19-01292 Kevin Lynn Phillips and Ingrid Womack Phillips 2810 Country Plaza Avenue, Lot 12 Country Plaza Subdivision, 2nd Filing - Council District 1 - Welch Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 11. 19-01293 Harry Louis Benton, Larry Benton, Sr., Warren James Benton, Sr., Glynn Anthony Benton, Linda Marie Benton, Carolyn Ann Benton Major, Susan Faye Benton, Tammy Louise Benton Booker, Frances Benton, David Robertson, and The Estate of Frank Benton 5237 Ford Street, Lots 9 & 10, Square 25 Zion City Subdivision - Council District 5 - Green Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 12. 19-01294 Christopher Robins 785 North 44th Street, Lot 17, Square 45 Greenville Extension Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 13. 19-01296 Howard Roy Hood, Ron Christopher Williams, Reginald Williams, Derrick D. Liggans, and Ranada N. Givens 624 North 46th Street (House and Rear Shed), Lot 19, Square 48 Greenville Extension Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 14. 19-01297 Patrick Ligon Tessier, Charles Robert Tessier, III, Tara Susan Tessier, Jefferson T. Tessier, Jr., Robert Lawrence Tessier, Shivaun T. Davis, Ella Virginia Tessier Wakely, The Estate of John B. Tessier, The Estate of Thomas F. Tessier, and The Estate of Steve B. Tessier 764 Lakeland Drive, Lots D, E, & Portion of Lot H Spanish Town Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 15. 19-01298 James A. Hopkins 1835 Missouri Street, Lot 10, Square 18 South Baton Rouge Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 16. 19-01299 Aubin Properties, LLC 2462 Aubin Lane, Lot 10-A-2 Phillips Acres Subdivision - Council District 11 - Watson Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Picture Picture Inspector's Report ADJUDICATED PROPERTY INTRODUCTIONS 17. 19-01306 Lot: 3, Square 3 Subdivision: Maryland Applicant: Don Neal Address: Gore Road-MOW TO OWN Metro Council District: 2 - Banks Initial Bid Amount $ 500.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 605.00 Appraised Value: $ N/A-MOW TO OWN Taxes Due: $ Unknown at this time Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 18. 19-01307 Lot: 28, Square 178 Subdivision: South Baton Rouge Applicant: Patricia Castle-MOW TO OWN Address: West Roosevelt Metro Council District: 10 - Wicker Initial Bid Amount $ 100.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 475.00 Appraised Value: $ N/A - MOW TO OWN Taxes Due: $ Unknown at this time Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 19. 19-01308 Lot: 9, Square 3 Subdivision: Northdale Applicant: Ted Louis Higginbotham - MOW TO OWN Address: Birch Street Metro Council District: 10 - Wicker Initial Bid Amount $ 50.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 200.00 Appraised Value: $ N/A - MOW TO OWN Taxes Due: $ Unknown at this time Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 PLANNING AND ZONING INTRODUCTIONS OTHER INTRODUCTIONS 20. 19-01287 A report from the mediator to include his recommended dollar number (and other terms) to settle the Andricka Williams, et al vs. City of Baton Rouge, et al matter and set deadline for each side to confidentially respond to the proposal with either an acceptance or a rejection. By Councilwoman Chauna Banks. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Williams petition 21. 19-01288 Authorizing the Parish Attorney's Office to accept the mediator's recommended dollar number (and other terms) to settle the Andricka Williams, et al vs. City of Baton Rouge, et al matter and proceed based on the set deadline for the plaintiff to confidentially respond to the proposal with either an acceptance or a rejection. By Councilwoman Chauna Banks. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Williams petition 22. 19-01289 Amending and reenacting Ordinance 17160, adopted September 11, 2019, which established voting precincts within Wards 1, 2, & 3 in East Baton Rouge Parish, and designating polling places so as to change the polling locations for Ward 1, Precincts 81A and 81B; and reestablishing designated polling locations for all other precincts within the Parish of East Baton Rouge. By Registrar of Voters. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Cover Letter 23. 19-01290 Authorizing the Mayor-President, on behalf of the Baton Rouge Police Department, to enter in to contractual agreement with Envisage Research and Analytics LLC in the amount of $26,861.40 under the awarded grant, "FY2018 Project Safe Neighborhoods / Baton Rouge Rapid Response Task Force". Envisage Research and Analytics LLC will serve as a research partner and evaluator of the grant program. By Police Chief. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Cover Letter 24. 19-01291 BRAC 2019 Economic Development year end presentation by Donnie Miller, Director of Business, Baton Rouge Area Chamber. By Councilman Scott Wilson. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 BRAC Year End Presentation 2019 25. 19-01285 Authorizing settlement of the matter entitled "Marquitta Richardson v. Jacqueline Trask, et al.," Suit No. C652,612 on the docket of the 19th Judicial District Court, in the amount of $25,000.00, plus court costs in the amount of $298.00, for a total amount of $25,298.00, which amount shall be paid from the account designated "Insurance - Auto Liability" (1000.4700.10.0550.0000.0000.000000.644120). *This matter may be discussed in Executive Session. (Attorney of record is Charles S. Lambert, Jr. of the Law Offices of Charles S. Lambert, Jr., LLC). By Parish Attorney. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Supporting Documentation to be hand delivered. 26. 19-01302 Authorize the Mayor-President to execute a Contract for Engineering Services with CSRS, Inc. for engineering services to update the survey, hydraulic and hydrologic analysis, clearing and grubbing plans, final plans and environmental permitting associated with MOVEBR Project McHugh Rd (Groom to Lower Zachary), being City-Parish Project No. 19-CP-HC-0039, in an amount not to exceed $238,031.98. This amount is 100% City-Parish funds. (ACCOUNT NO. 9217100012-4360-00006-00000000-653240). By Transportation and Drainage Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Council Backup Memo 27. 19-01303 Authorize the Mayor-President to execute Supplemental Agreement No. 5 to the contract with STANTEC Consulting Services Inc., for Preliminary Engineering to investigate alternative concepts that can reduce right-of-way impacts associated with MOVEBR Project Perkins Road, Siegen to Pecue, being City-Parish Project No. 12-CS-HC-0015, in an amount not to exceed $41,690.00. This amount is 100% City-Parish funds. (ACCOUNT NO. 9217100038-4304-00006-0000000000-653240). By Transportation and Drainage Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Council Backup Memo 28. 19-01304 Authorize the Mayor-President to execute a Contract for Engineering Services with Evans-Graves Engineers, Inc. for updating the survey, hydraulic and hydrologic analysis and final plans associated with MOVEBR Project South Choctaw Drive (Flannery Road to Central Thruway), being City-Parish Project No. 19-CP-HC-0038 (formerly 02-CS-HC-0006), in an amount not to exceed $210,907.20. This amount is 100% City-Parish funds. By Transportation and Drainage Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Council Backup Memo 29. 19-01309 Authorizing the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to approve the submittal of the Louisiana Municipal Water Pollution Prevention (MWPP) Environmental Audit for the South Treatment Plant (LA0036412 AI#4841) to the Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality (LDEQ) for the monitoring period of September 1, 2018 through August 31, 2019. By Environmental Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Council Memo 30. 19-01310 Authorizing the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to approve the submittal of the Louisiana Municipal Water Pollution Prevention (MWPP) Environmental Audit for the North Treatment Plant (LA0036439 AI#4843) to the Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality (LDEQ) for the monitoring period of September 1, 2018 through August 31, 2019. By Environmental Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Council Memo 31. 19-01312 Authorize the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute Amendment No. 2 with K3B, LLC for Pump Station Lawn Maintenance – East Site Group resulting in additional compensation of $25,390.00 for the final year of the contract (Account No. 5100-7700-40-7710-7742-0000-000000-642260). By Environmental Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Council Memo 32. 19-01313 Authorize the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute Amendment No. 2 with Carruth Holdings LLC for Pump Station Lawn Maintenance – South Site Group resulting in additional compensation of $8,902.00 for the final year of the contract (Account No. 5100-7700-40-7710-7742-0000-000000-642260). By Environmental Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Council Memo 33. 19-01314 Authorize the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute Amendment No. 3 with W.P. Enterprise, LLC for Pump Station Lawn Maintenance – North Site Group resulting in additional compensation of $6,350.00 for the final year of the contract (Account No. 5100-7700-40-7710-7742-0000-000000-642260). By Environmental Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Council Memo 34. 19-01315 Authorize the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute Amendment No. 5 with Baton Rouge Inspection Coalition, LLC for Construction Inspection Support Services in connection with Annual Construction Inspection Support – Firm 2 being Project No. 15-CN-MS-0009, resulting in an increase in contract not to exceed $550,000.00 and an extension of contract time to December 31, 2020 (Account No. 80912-5110000004-SSO2RINSP1-653220). By Environmental Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Council Memo 35. 19-01316 Authorize the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute Amendment No. 7 with ECM Consultants, Inc. for Construction Inspection Support Services in connection with Annual Construction Inspection Support – Firm 1, being Project No. 15-CN-MS-0008, resulting in an increase in contract not to exceed $900,000.00 and an extension of contract time to December 31, 2020 (Account No. 80912-5110000004-SSO2RINSP2-653220). By Environmental Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Council Memo 36. 19-01317 Authorize the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute Amendment No. 9 with Gotech, Inc., w/subconsultant: Volkert, Inc., for construction inspection support services in connection with Annual Construction Inspection Support Project – Group 2, Project No. 12-CN-MS-0013, R.F.Q. No. 12-ES-PW-001, to extend the contract time to December 31, 2020 and add additional compensation in an amount not to exceed $500,000.00 (Account No. 80912-5110000004-SSO2RINSP3-653220). By Environmental Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Council Memo 37. 19-01318 Authorizing the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute Amendment No. 5 with Allen & LeBlanc, LLC for construction services in connection with the Annual Parishwide Sewer Repair and Replacement Project, being City Parish Project 17-PN-MS-0015, resulting in an increase in contract of $1,900,000.00 (Account No. 80702-5110000004-CD01R00032-643400). By Environmental Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Council Memo 38. 19-01319 Authorize the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute Amendment No. 2 with McLeod Electric, LLC for Pump Station Mechanical, Electrical & Instrumentation Services being City-Parish Project No. 17-PS-MS-0030, resulting in additional compensation of $150,000.00 for 2019, additional compensation of $400,000.00 for 2020 and exercises the second optional renewal to extend the contract time to December 31, 2020 (Account No. 5100-7700-40-7710-7742-0000-000000-647670, 5100-7700-40-7710-7750-7713-000000-647670 and 5100-7700-40-7710-7750-7714-000000-647670). By Environmental Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Council Memo 39. 19-01320 Authorizing the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute Supplemental Agreement No. 2 to the contract with Buchart Horn, Inc. for engineering services in connection with the South Wastewater Treatment Plant Digester Gas Reuse Project, Project No. 16-TP-MS-0011 in an amount of $12,390.00 (Account No. 81403-5443000004-SSO2RMP021-653250). By Environmental Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Council Memo 40. 19-01323 Authorizing the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute Supplemental Agreement No.17 to the contract with CH2M Hill Engineers, Inc. (formerly CH2M Hill, Inc.) for program management services for Phase II of the Baton Rouge Sanitary Sewer Overflow (SSO) Control and Wastewater Facilities Program and amend PO130464 to extend the contract time through December 31, 2020, and add additional compensation in an amount not to exceed $3,250,000.00 (Account Nos. 81101-5110000001-NCDPPADM01-653091 and 5100-7700-40-7710-7770-0000-000000-643580-81162). By Environmental Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Council Memo 41. 19-01324 Authorize the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute Supplemental Agreement No. 2 to the contract with Compliance EnviroSystems, LLC (CES) for professional services in connection with Annual Parishwide Sewer Cleaning and Physical Inspection Services to continue providing O&M support services for the first year of the contract for an amount not to exceed $600,000.00 (Account No. 80702-5110000004-CD01R00036-653400, 80702-5140000004-CD01R00036-653400, 80702-5433000004-CD01R00036-653400, 80702-5434000004-CD01R00036-653400, 80702-5441000004-CD01R00036-653400, 80702-5442000004-CD01R00036-653400 and 80702-5443000004-CD01R00036-653400). By Environmental Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Council Memo 42. 19-01325 Authorize the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute Supplemental Agreement No. 7 to the contract with SJB Group, Inc. / Owen & White, Inc. – A Joint Venture, for additional engineering services in connection with the Zachary Area Transmission Network Improvements Project for the relocation of the 48” force main in conjunction with the Comite River Diversion Project for an amount not to exceed $193,578.79. By Environmental Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Council Memo 43. 19-01326 Authorization for the Mayor-President and/or Chairman of the Airport Commission to execute an Amendment to the lease agreement with 337, LLC to increase the land rental from a 1-acre tract of land to a 1.76-acre tract of land and adjust the rental rate from $6,707.80 per year to $12,649.82 per year (All other terms and conditions of the original lease remain the same). By Aviation Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Cover Letter 44. 19-01327 Authorization for the Mayor-President and/or Chairman of the Airport Commission to execute a mutual cancellation of the agreement with ExpressJet Airlines, Inc. By Aviation Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Cover Letter 45. 19-01330 Authorizing the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute an extension to the agreement between the City-Parish and the Capital Resource Conservation and Development Council, Inc. (CRCD) through December 31, 2020 for the cost of inspecting private sewage treatment systems in the watersheds of the Comite River, the Middle Amite River, and Thompson Creek within East Baton Rouge Parish. This agreement will appropriate $31,200 of estimated revenues from the CDCD to reimburse the City-Parish for inspection services for the 2020 calendar year at a rate of $25.00 per hour. (Budget Supplement No. 8732). By Environmental Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Council Memo 46. 19-01331 Authorizing the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute Amendment #2 to the contract with Andrew Boatner for the inspection of private sewerage systems in the watersheds of the Comite River, the Middle Amite River, and Thompson Creek within East Baton Rouge Parish so as to increase the amount of the contract by $31,200 from $53,400 to an amount not to exceed $84,600. This amendment will extend the contract from the period January 1, 2020 through December 31, 2020. Funding is provided through an agreement between the Capital Resource Conservation and Development Council, Inc. and the City-Parish. By Environmental Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Council Memo 47. 19-01332 Authorizing the Finance Director to refund an erroneous remittance of sales and use taxes to Healthcare Services Group, Inc. in the amount of $105,874.93 for remitting sales tax on purchases of food that was prepared and served to patients of nursing homes for the audit period of January 1, 2015 through December 31, 2017 with the cost of such refund to be charged against sales tax revenues. By Finance Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Supporting Documentation 48. 19-01333 Authorizing settlement of the matter entitled "Thelma Parker v. Brandon Taylor, et al," Suit No. 664,309 on the docket of the 19th Judicial District Court, in the amount of $25,000.00, plus court costs in the amount of $118.00, for a total amount of $25,118.00, which amount shall be paid from the account designated "Insurance - Auto Liability" (1000.4700.10.0550.0000.0000.000000.644120). *This matter may be discussed in Executive Session. (Attorney of record is Robert C. Funderburk, Jr.). By Parish Attorney. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Supporting Documentation to be hand delivered. 49. 19-01334 Receiving an update from ExxonMobil regarding project stewardship the new polyolefinss project and the community initiatives that resulted from this project investment. By Councilman Matt Watson. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Cover Letter 50. 19-01335 Authorizing settlement of the claim of Audrey Smith and Patricia Brown for damages resulting from a sewer back-up in the claimants' house, for a total amount of $23,415.23, 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 December 11, 2019 Supporting Documentation to be hand delivered. 51. 19-01336 Authorizing settlement of the claim of Bernard Kibodi for damages to a building resulting from an auto accident caused by a Baton Rouge Police Officer, in the amount of $15,803.17, which amount shall be paid from the account designated "Insurance - Auto Liability" (1000.4700.10.0550.0000. 0000.000000.644120). *This matter may be discussed in Executive Session. (In Proper Person). By Parish Attorney. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Supporting Documentation to be hand delivered. 52. 19-01337 Authorizing settlement of the claim of Connie Booker and Josh Booker for damages resulting from a sewer back-up in the claimants' house, for a total amount of $19,892.46, 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 December 11, 2019 Supporting Documentation to be hand delivered. 53. 19-01338 Authorizing settlement of the claim of James Myers for damages resulting from flooding during multiple storm events in the claimant's house, for a total amount of $30,000.00, 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 December 11, 2019 Supporting Documentation to be hand delivered. 54. 19-01344 Creating guidelines and a permit process for new water wells in East Baton Rouge Parish that serve industrial, commercial, and/or residential users. By Councilman Trae Welch. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Cover Letter
19-01187 A Supplemental Sales Tax Bond Resolution amending and supplementing General Sales Tax Bond Resolution No. 54430 (the “General Bond Resolution”), and authorizing and providing for the issuance and sale of MovEBR Sales Tax Revenue Bonds, Series 2019, of the Parish of East Baton Rouge Capital Improvements District pursuant to the provisions of the General Bond Resolution, payable from the proceeds of the one-half of one percent (½%) sales and use tax levied by the Parish of East Baton Rouge Capital Improvements District and authorized at an election held on December 8, 2018; prescribing the form, fixing the details and providing for the payment of principal of and interest on such bonds and for the rights of the registered owners thereof; and providing for other matters related thereto. By Bond Counsel. Cover Letter
19-01197 Authorizing the Mayor-President to enter into a professional services agreement with American Traffic Solutions, Inc., doing business as Verra Mobility for a traffic control safety device management commencing January 2020 through December 31, 2023. By Mayor's Office. Legislation Agreement with American Traffic Solutions, Inc.
19-01244 Amending the 2019 current expense budget so as to adjust estimated revenues and appropriations and to authorize the Director of Finance to make certain interdepartmental interfund transfers in accordance with the State Budget Act and The Plan of Government. By Mayor-President & Finance Director. Legislation Cover Letter
19-01245 Amending the 2019 current expense and capital budget so as to appropriate $3,031,712 for expenses related to Hurricane Barry. (Budget Supplement 8730). By Finance Director. Legislation Budget Supplement 8730
19-01184 Authorizing the Mayor-President to accept a grant and enter into a contract on behalf of the Division of Human Development and Services/Office of Social Services, with the Louisiana Workforce Commission, for a Community Services Block Grant in the amount of $1,480,839.00, for the Federal Fiscal Year 2020 grant period October 1, 2019 through September 30, 2020; and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By Human Services Director. Legislation Cover Letter
19-01196 Authorizing the Mayor-President to accept a grant award in the amount of $3,073,515.00 under the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program 4277-123-Elevations. This project will elevate 14 residential structures that are prone to flooding. By Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness Director. Legislation Cover Letter
19-01194 Expressing the support of the East Baton Rouge Parish Metropolitan Council for the East Baton Rouge Parish Complete Count Committee and the goals and ideals of the 2020 Census; pledging support of the US Census Bureau and East Baton Rouge Parish Administration efforts to disseminate 2020 Census information, and encouraging all people in East Baton Rouge Parish to participate in events and initiatives that will raise awareness of the 2020 Census and ensure participation of every member of our community. By Councilman Matt Watson and Councilwoman Barbara Freiberg. Legislation Census Complete Count Resolution DRAFT
19-01188 Rescinding and directing the Clerk of Court to cancel the Decision and Order recorded on October 25, 2019 at Original 064 of Bundle 12990 in the matter of "City of Baton Rouge vs. Charles Williams and Vanessa Price Williams" - Condemnation Proceeding No. 10074 (5524 Johnette Drive, Lot 23, Merrydale Place Subdivision (1st Filing)). Reason for rescission: The property owner has retained a licensed contractor and has gotten a permit from the permit office. By Councilwoman Erika Green. Legislation Supporting Documentation
19-01195 Authorizing settlement of the matter entitled "Nykieara Monroe v. Jared Ray and City of Baton Rouge/Parish of East Baton Rouge," Suit No. 683,467 on the docket of the 19th Judicial District Court, in the amount of $18,000.00, plus court costs in the amount of $282.00, for a total amount of $18,282.00, which amount shall be paid from the account designated "Insurance - Auto Liability" (1000.4700.10.0550.0000.0000.000000.644120). *This matter may be discussed in Executive Session. (Attorney of record is Hester R. Dornan of Kleinpeter & Schwartzberg, LLC). By Parish Attorney. Legislation Supporting Documentation to be hand delivered.
19-01211 Authorizing settlement of the claim of the Christopher Parker for damages resulting from an auto accident caused by a Baton Rouge Police Officer, in the amount of $16,500.00, which amount shall be paid from the account designated "Insurance - Auto Liability" (1000.4700.10.0550.0000. 0000.000000.644120). *This matter may be discussed in Executive Session. (Attorney of record is Elle Virdure of Gordon McKernan Injury Attorneys). By Parish Attorney. Legislation Supporting Documentation to be hand delivered.
19-01222 Authorizing settlement of the matter entitled "Tamara Austin v. Travis Hall, et al," Suit No. 666,848, on the docket of the 19th Judicial District Court, in the amount of $100,000.00, plus court costs in the amount of $1,885.22, for a total amount of $101,885.22; and appropriating $101,885.22 for such purpose. *This matter may be discussed in Executive Session. (Attorney of record is C. Scott Courrege of Due, Guidry, Piedrahita, Andrews, LC). By Parish Attorney. Legislation Supporting Documentation to be hand delivered.
19-01226 Authorizing settlement of the matter entitled "Dequincy Galmon v. City of Baton Rouge, et al," Suit No. 158,668 on the docket of the 21st Judicial District Court, in the amount of $22,500.00, plus court costs in the amount of $1,148.00, for a total amount of $23,648.00, which amount shall be paid from the account designated "Insurance - Auto Liability" (1000.4700.10.0550.0000.0000.000000.644120). *This matter may be discussed in Executive Session. (Attorney of record is Richard D. McShan of McShan Law Firm). By Parish Attorney. Legislation Supporting Documentation to be hand delivered.
19-01228 Authorizing settlement of the matter entitled "Leon Saulney and Brenda Velazquez v. Todd Bourgoyne, et al," Suit No. C654,451 on the docket of the 19th Judicial District Court, in the amount of $32,500.00 to Leon Saulney and $40,000.00 to Brenda Velazquez, plus court costs in the amount of $412.00, for a total amount of $72,912.00; and appropriating $72,912.00 for such purpose. *This matter may be discussed in Executive Session. (Attorney of record is Gail N. McKay of the Law Offices of Gail N. McKay). By Parish Attorney. Legislation Supporting Documentation to be hand delivered.
19-01227 Authorizing the Mayor-President to enter into single family owner occupied housing rehab and roof reset contracts up to $75,000.00 each after review and approval by the preliminary grants and contract review committee. By Office of Community Development. Legislation Resolution Housing Rehab Contracts 10.29.19
19-01236 Authorizing the Mayor-President to accept and execute a grant award and related documents on behalf of the Pride Fire Protection District #8 (Pride FPD) for the 2019 Volunteer Fire Assistance (V.F.A.) grant administered by the Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry in the amount of $5,250 in Federal funds with local matching funds of $5,250 provided by the Pride FPD for a total amount of $10,500 to purchase five (5) sets of turnout gear. By Fire Chief, Pride Fire Protection District #8. Legislation Cover Letter
19-01229 Authorizing the East Baton Rouge Sewerage Commission (sometimes referred to herein as EBROSCO), through its authorized representative, to execute all documents as may be necessary for the purchase of property to be used as Environmental Services Operations Center for EBROSCO, said property being described as follows: Formerly the “Nissan Automotive Dealership” located at the corner of Florida Blvd (US Hwy 190) and Longbow Drive consisting of an approximate 5.00 acre tract of land improved with a building consisting of approximately 27,000 square feet. Said property contains approximately 480’ linear feet fronting Florida Boulevard and is Zoned C-2. (per the attached Exhibit A). Said property is further described as Parcel # 588253, Lot D-2 being a resubdivision of Lot D, St Elmo Lively Property, Located in Sec 6, T-7-S, R-2-E, GLD, Parish of East Baton Rouge, City of Baton Rouge, State of Louisiana, and identified on the attached Exhibit A. (Full Legal Description to Be Determined prior to Closing), and ratifying the conditional purchase and sale agreement previously executed by the authorized representative of EBROSCO, for the price of $1,250,000. By Department of Environmental Services. Legislation Draft - Resolution Exhibit A
19-01250 Authorize the Mayor-President to execute an amendment to the contract with Advanced Disposal Services Gulf Coast, LLC (formerly Baton Rouge Renewable Energy, LLC) to expand the gas collection system at the North Landfill for an amount not to exceed $65,000.00 (Account No. 5510-7700-40-7760-7767-0000-000000-653000-90003). By Environmental Services Director. Legislation Council Memo
19-01251 Authorize the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute Supplemental Agreement No. 1 to the Contract for Professional Services with Manchac Consulting Group, Inc. for modifications to the scope of work in connection with Biological Odor Control for Wastewater Pump Stations resulting in a fee not to exceed $75,368.80 (Account Nos. 80872-5434000004-SSO2RC0034-653400 and 80872-511000004-SSO2RC0034-653400). By Environmental Services Director. Legislation Council Memo
19-01253 Authorize the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute Supplemental Agreement No. 1 to the contract with Compliance EnviroSystems, LLC (CES) for professional services in connection with Annual Parishwide Sewer Cleaning and Physical Inspection Services to continue providing O&M support services for the first year of the contract for an amount not to exceed $250,000.00 (Account No. 5100-7700-40-7710-7740-7716-000000-647600). By Environmental Services Director. Legislation Council Memo
81. 19-01266 Amending Ordinance 8931, Adopted May 24, 1989, Which Established an Engineer and Surveys Selection Board, As Amended by Ordinance 9293, Adopted June 12, 1991, And As Amended by Ordinance 9603, Adopted April 14, 1993, And As Amended by Ordinance 11286, Adopted November 10, 1998, So As to Amend Section 5 Thereof, In Order to increase the fee for selection under the jurisdiction of said board from $50,000.00 to $150,000.00, And to Amend Section 6 Thereof, in order to increase the fee for selection under the jurisdiction of said board from $50,000.00 To $150,000.00. By Transportation and Drainage Director. Legislation Council Backup Memo 82. 19-01267 Amending Ordinance 8932, Adopted May 24, 1989, which established a Design and Planning Selection Board, As Amended by Ordinance 10530, Adopted November 21, 1995, And As Amended by Ordinance 12253, Adopted February 27, 2002, So As to Amend Section 5 Thereof, in order to increase the fee for selection under the jurisdiction of said board from $50,000.00 To $150,000.00, And To Amend Section 6 Thereof, in order to increase the fee for selection under the jurisdiction of said board from $50,000.00 To $150,000.00. By Transportation and Drainage Director. Legislation Council Backup Memo
19-01278 Amending the 2019 Capital Budget so as to appropriate not to exceed $130,000,000 Road and Street Refunding Bonds, Series 2019 and bond premiums estimated at $22,000,0000 for the MOVEBR program and provide for the costs of issuance. (Budget Supplement 8728). By Transportation and Drainage Director. Legislation Supporting Documentation Budget Detail
19-01272 Authorizing the Mayor-President to accept the Resiliency in Communities After Stress and Trauma (ReCAST) Project Year Three continuation grant award from the Department of Health and Human Services, Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration in the amount of $734,382.00 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 Mayor's Office. Legislation Memo, Agenda Item Request, Proposed Resolution
19-01273 Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a technical assistance agreement between the City of Baton Rouge, Parish of East Baton Rouge, and Mission Media, LLC, (referred to as “Service Provider”), to provide technical services necessary to support the asset mapping tool, ReCAST website, technical training and partnership development consulting services to the ReCAST Baton Rouge grant in the sum not to exceed $25,000.00 for the term commencing November 15, 2019 and terminating September 29, 2020. By Mayor's Office. Legislation Memo, Agenda Item Request, Proposed Resolution
19-01276 Amending Ordinance 9490, Adopted October 14, 1992, As Amended By Parish Ordinance 5123 and City Ordinance -3843, Adopted January 11, 1978, As Amended by Parish Ordinance 5926 and City Ordinance 4692 on May 26, 1982,City-Parish Ordinance 7686 Adopted October 24, 1984, City-Parish Ordinance 12278 Adopted April 10, 2002, and City-Parish Ordinance 13478 Adopted December 14, 2005, which authorized the installation of parking revenue collection equipment and facilities, So As to amend the fee schedule. By Assistant Chief Administrative Officer- Office of the Mayor-President. Legislation Council Backup Memo
19-01279 Authorizing the Mayor-President to submit a grant application to the LA Division of Administration/Office of Community Development for the Local Government Assistance Program (LGAP) grant in an amount not to exceed $80,000 to purchase fire fighting equipment and gear for the Brownsfield, Central , Chaneyville, Pride, and Alsen-St Irma Lee Rural Fire Protection Districts. Additionally, authorizing the Mayor-President to accept and execute the related grant award and related grant documents. This grant is 100% funded by the State of Louisiana with no matching funds required. By Fire Chiefs, Brownsfield, Central, Chaneyville, Pride, and Alsen-St Irma Lee Fire Districts. Legislation Cover Letter
19-01280 Authorizing the Mayor-President to submit a grant application to the LA Division of Administration/Office of Community Development for the Community Water Enrichment Fund (CWEF) grant in an amount up to $100,000, on behalf of the Chaneyville and Pride Fire Protection Districts, to purchase twelve (12) inch water main pipe to replace the current existing four (4) and/or six (6) inch water main pipes for the rural unincorporated areas of Chaneyville and Pride in East Baton Rouge Parish in order to increase water pressure to enhance water delivery for the residences and businesses of the area. Further, authorizing the Mayor-President to accept and execute the related grant award and related grant documents. This grant is 100% funded by the State of Louisiana. The Baton Rouge Water Co. will install the water main at no cost to the Parish or Fire Districts. By Fire Chiefs, Chaneyville and Pride Fire Protection Districts. Legislation Cover Letter
ADJUDICATED PROPERTIES 89. 19-01156 Lot: I 1 Subdivision: Ida Stewart Tract Applicant: M & M Realty, LLC Address: Flanacher Road Metro Council District: 1 - Welch Initial Bid Amount $ 100.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 500.00 Appraised Value: $ 36,000.00 Taxes Due: $ 8,857.78 - Adjudicated for 2013 taxes Bids Received: 11/20/2019 High Bidder: Nakeya White $32,000.00 Intended Use: Clean and build a home 90. 19-01157 Lot: 205 Subdivision: Beechwood Applicant: M & M Realty, LLC Address: Desoto Drive (2414) Metro Council District: 2 - Banks Initial Bid Amount $ 100.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 500.00 Appraised Value: $ 40,000.00 Taxes Due: $ 4,845.61 - Adjudicated for 2013 taxes Bids Received: 11/20/2019 High Bidder: Takia Thomas $20,000.00 Intended Use: Fix up and move in 91. 19-01158 Lot: 16+, Square 11 Subdivision: Fortune Applicant: Greg Hudson Address: Peerless Street Metro Council District: 5 - Green Initial Bid Amount $ 100.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 850.00 Appraised Value: $ 5,000.00 Taxes Due: $ 8,857.78 - Adjudicated for 1991 taxes Bids Received: 11/20/2019 High Bidder: Greg Hudson $100.00 Intended Use: Keep clean 92. 19-01159 Lot: 16 & 17, Square 27 Subdivision: Fortune Applicant: Anthony C. Allen, Sr. Address: Paige Street Metro Council District: 5 - Green Initial Bid Amount $ 200.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 1,310.00 Appraised Value: $ 5,000.00 Taxes Due: $ 4,412.87 - Adjudicated for 1988 taxes Bids Received: 11/20/2019 High Bidder: Anthony C. Allen, Sr. $200.00 Intended Use: Add to my property 93. 19-01264 Lot: 7, Square 206 Subdivision: Istrouma Applicant: Irma/Whitney Tyler Address: Tuscarrora Street-MOW TO OWN Metro Council District: 10 - Wicker Initial Bid Amount $ 100.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 605.00 Appraised Value: $ N/A - MOW TO OWN Taxes Due: $ 2,241.46 94. 19-01265 Lot: 12 Subdivision: Sable Chase Applicant: Gardere Capital Investments, LLC Address: Gardere Lane-MOW TO OWN Metro Council District: 3 - Loupe Initial Bid Amount $ 500.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 425.00 Appraised Value: $ N/A - MOW TO OWN Taxes Due: $ Not available at this time
ADMINISTRATIVE MATTERS ADMINISTRATIVE MATTER INTRODUCTIONS ADMINISTRATIVE MATTER ITEMS A. 19-01347 Rescinding and directing the Clerk of Court to cancel the Decision and Order recorded on September 13, 2019 at Original 196 of Bundle 12981 in the matter of "City of Baton Rouge vs. Felicia D. Williams and Nicholas Jordan" - Condemnation Proceeding No. 10067 (1469 Monte Sano Avenue, Lot 34, Square 60, Monte Sano Highland Farms Subdivision). Reason for rescission: The property owner has a purchaser for the property now and needs clear title for the purchaser to buy it. By Councilwoman Tara Wicker. Reason for administrative matter: The property owner has a purchaser for the property now and needs clear title for the purchaser to buy it. Supporting Documentation
APPOINTMENTS 19-01340 VISIT BATON ROUGE: Consideration of replacing Mark Drennan, whose term expires on December 31, 2019, effective January 1, 2020. This appointment is a three (3) year term. (Arts Council Representative) Current Ballot Adrienne Moore Visit BR Arts Council
19-01341 VISIT BATON ROUGE Consideration of replacing Flynn Foster, whose term expires on December 31, 2019, effective January 1, 2020. This appointment is a three (3) year term. (BRAC Representative) Current Ballot Kim Ginn Kim Ginn Visit BR BRAC
19-01342 VISIT BATON ROUGE: Consideration of reappointing or replacing Mary Stein whose term expires on December 31, 2019, effective January 1, 2020. This appointment is a three (3) year term. (Council Appointment) Current Ballot Mary Stein (requested reappointment) Frederick Thomas (online application submitted)
FINAL ACCEPTANCES 98. 19-01284 Parish Prison Boiler Replacement Project Number: 18-ASC-CP-1134 Account Number: 4600-3000-20-3020-0000-0000-000000-654100 Council Award Date: 11/28/2018 Contractor: Blanchard Mechanical Contractors, Inc. Estimated Cost: $ 300,000.00 Contract Amount: $ 203,000.00 Total Change Orders: (None): $ None Final Cost: $ 203,000.00 Days Allocated: 125 Days Used: 125 Liquidated Damages: $ None Cover Letter Other 99. 19-01329 Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport Cell Phone Lot/Viewing Area Project Number: N/A Account Number: 5821-0900-00-0910-0920-0000-000000-653000-A0098 E 9800000098-5821000000-0000000000-653100 Council Award Date: 4/10/2019 Contractor: Kort's Construction Estimated Cost: $ 425,000.00 Contract Amount: $ 522,386.00 Total Change Orders: (): $ Final Cost: $ 522,386.00 Days Allocated: 120 Days Used: 119 Liquidated Damages: $ None Cover Letter
100. 19-01283 Main Central Plant Boiler Replacement Project: 19-ASC-CP-1196 Account: 1000-7800-10-7830-7832-0000-000000-647200-40000 Estimate: $400,200.00 *Local **In State *Bob Bernhard & Associates Mechanical, LLC $ 567,200.00 **Blanchard Mechanical Contractors, Inc. $ 626,000.00 **Gallo Mechanical, L.L.C. $ 627,000.00 *Airtrol, Inc. $ 758,500.00 **Calcasieu Mechanical Contractors, Inc. $ 1,223,000.00 Cover Letter Other 101. 19-01305 Sullivan Road (Drainage Outfall) Project: 16-DR-HC-0005 Account: 9217100008-4360-00006-0000000000-653100 Estimate: $325,000.00 *Local **In State **KCR Contractors, L.L.C. $ 259,173.80 *Industrial Enterprises Inc. $ 269,124.45 *Hendrick Construction, Inc. $ 269,864.46 **Gulf States Services, LLC $ 291,600.00 *Grady Crawford Construction Co. Inc. $ 294,710.00 **Command Construction Industries, LLC $ 298,919.00 *Boone Services, L.L.C. $ 320,000.00 **Richard Price Contracting Co., LLC $ 335,105.00 **La Contracting Enterprise, L.L.C. $ 343,259.00 ERS, INC. $ 453,180.00 Low Bid Document
OTHER ITEMS TO BE ADOPTED (EMERGENCY) 19-01343 Requesting that the Public Service Commission not to approve the sale of any private sewer treatment plants in East Baton Rouge Parish that would result in any entity other than the Public Service Commission being the rate setting agency for private treatment plants in East Baton Rouge Parish. By Councilman Trae Welch. Reason for emergency: There will be action soon from the PSC on sale of private treatment plants. Cover Letter
OTHER ITEMS 19-01263 Receiving a combined report from MARC and Baum Environmental Services on the business plan, operation, and sustainability for the tire shredder program for East Baton Rouge Parish. By Councilwoman Chauna Banks. Legislation CEA for tire shredder
ADJOURNMENT
Nov 26, 2019 Metropolitan Council
CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL INVOCATION PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Adoption and Approval of Minutes
1. 19-01321 Approval and adoption of minutes of the Metropolitan Council Meeting of November 13, 2019, the Greater Baton Rouge Airport Commission Meeting of November 12, 2019. and the Metropolitan Council Zoning Meeting of November 20, 2019. By Council Administrator/Treasurer.
SECTION 2.12 INTRODUCTIONS 2. 19-01282 Granting a renewal of a Five-Year property tax abatement estimated at $275,092 per year for Renaissance Apartments at 650 N. Ardenwood Drive. This application is referred by Louisiana Economic Development Restoration Tax Abatement Program to the City of Baton Rouge as RTA application #2013-0103 for the purpose of encouraging private investment and restoration of property. By Planning Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Cover Memo Abatement Estimate Worksheet Draft Legislation 3. 19-01286 An Ordinance creating the Harveston Economic Development District and defining the boundaries and powers thereof (an providing for certain district matters) in accordance with and authorized by Chapter 27 of Title 33 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950. By Councilman Chandler Loupe. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 cover memo 4. 19-01295 Authorizing the Library Director to establish a pool to hire Substitute Librarians, Library Aides, Library Pages, and Library Technicians on a day to day basis, at step 1 of the current classifications salary, with funding to be provided from funds available within the budget of the Library Board of Control. By Human Resources Director & Library Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Cover Letter 5. 19-01300 Adopting the revised 2020 pay plan for the classified, unclassified, non-classified, contract, Fire, and Police employees of the City of Baton Rouge and Parish of East Baton Rouge; establishing the effective date of said plan as December 21, 2019; and repealing all Ordinances or parts of Ordinances in conflict herewith. By Human Resources Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 10, 2019 Cover Letter 6. 19-01301 Fixing the number of employees of the Parish of East Baton Rouge, the City of Baton Rouge, and agencies to which appropriations are made; and establishing the effective date of December 21, 2019 and repealing all Ordinances in conflict herewith. By Human Resources Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 10, 2019 Cover Letter 7. 19-01311 Amending Ordinance 16120, adopted November 24, 2015, thus amending Title 2 (STREETS, ALLEYS, SIDEWALKS, BATTURES AND SEWERS), CHAPTER 5 (SEWERAGE) to update the City-Parish PRETREATMENT STANDARDS, WASTEWATER STANDARDS, PERMITS, AND PROHIBITIONS, PRETREATMENT FACILITIES, OPERATIONS & MAINTENANCE, REPORTING REQUIREMENTS, RECORDKEEPING, AND PROVIDING FOR OTHER RELATED MATTERS. By Environmental Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Council Memo 8. 19-01328 A Resolution approving and authorizing the Mayor-President, on behalf of the City of Baton Rouge and Parish of East Baton Rouge, to negotiate and enter into an Economic Development Incentive Agreement, providing a Forgivable Loan and/or Grant, not to exceed $1,400,000 over ten (10) years, to Oceans Behavioral Hospital of Baton Rouge, LLC, with eligibility for accepting such funding contingent on meeting specified spending, job creation and job retention standards and to execute the necessary loan and/or grant agreements, security devices, claw back and recoupment provisions and other non-substantive modifications; and to execute all contracts, agreements and amendments to effectuate same. By Mayor's Office. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Economic Development Incentive Agreement - Oceans Behavioral Hospital of Baton Rouge, LLC 9. 19-01345 A resolution approving an annual Payment in Lieu of Taxes to the Sheriff of East Baton Rouge Parish in an amount not to exceed the current property tax payments of $1,684.95 (one thousand six hundred eighty-four dollars and ninety-five cents) in accordance with a Memorandum of Understanding between the Capital Area Finance Authority and Gulf Coast Housing Partnership, LLC. By Councilwoman Tara Wicker. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 resolution CONDEMNATION INTRODUCTIONS 10. 19-01292 Kevin Lynn Phillips and Ingrid Womack Phillips 2810 Country Plaza Avenue, Lot 12 Country Plaza Subdivision, 2nd Filing - Council District 1 - Welch Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 11. 19-01293 Harry Louis Benton, Larry Benton, Sr., Warren James Benton, Sr., Glynn Anthony Benton, Linda Marie Benton, Carolyn Ann Benton Major, Susan Faye Benton, Tammy Louise Benton Booker, Frances Benton, David Robertson, and The Estate of Frank Benton 5237 Ford Street, Lots 9 & 10, Square 25 Zion City Subdivision - Council District 5 - Green Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 12. 19-01294 Christopher Robins 785 North 44th Street, Lot 17, Square 45 Greenville Extension Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 13. 19-01296 Howard Roy Hood, Ron Christopher Williams, Reginald Williams, Derrick D. Liggans, and Ranada N. Givens 624 North 46th Street (House and Rear Shed), Lot 19, Square 48 Greenville Extension Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 14. 19-01297 Patrick Ligon Tessier, Charles Robert Tessier, III, Tara Susan Tessier, Jefferson T. Tessier, Jr., Robert Lawrence Tessier, Shivaun T. Davis, Ella Virginia Tessier Wakely, The Estate of John B. Tessier, The Estate of Thomas F. Tessier, and The Estate of Steve B. Tessier 764 Lakeland Drive, Lots D, E, & Portion of Lot H Spanish Town Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 15. 19-01298 James A. Hopkins 1835 Missouri Street, Lot 10, Square 18 South Baton Rouge Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 16. 19-01299 Aubin Properties, LLC 2462 Aubin Lane, Lot 10-A-2 Phillips Acres Subdivision - Council District 11 - Watson Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Picture Picture Inspector's Report ADJUDICATED PROPERTY INTRODUCTIONS 17. 19-01306 Lot: 3, Square 3 Subdivision: Maryland Applicant: Don Neal Address: Gore Road-MOW TO OWN Metro Council District: 2 - Banks Initial Bid Amount $ 500.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 605.00 Appraised Value: $ N/A-MOW TO OWN Taxes Due: $ Unknown at this time Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 18. 19-01307 Lot: 28, Square 178 Subdivision: South Baton Rouge Applicant: Patricia Castle-MOW TO OWN Address: West Roosevelt Metro Council District: 10 - Wicker Initial Bid Amount $ 100.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 475.00 Appraised Value: $ N/A - MOW TO OWN Taxes Due: $ Unknown at this time Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 19. 19-01308 Lot: 9, Square 3 Subdivision: Northdale Applicant: Ted Louis Higginbotham - MOW TO OWN Address: Birch Street Metro Council District: 10 - Wicker Initial Bid Amount $ 50.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 200.00 Appraised Value: $ N/A - MOW TO OWN Taxes Due: $ Unknown at this time Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 PLANNING AND ZONING INTRODUCTIONS OTHER INTRODUCTIONS 20. 19-01287 A report from the mediator to include his recommended dollar number (and other terms) to settle the Andricka Williams, et al vs. City of Baton Rouge, et al matter and set deadline for each side to confidentially respond to the proposal with either an acceptance or a rejection. By Councilwoman Chauna Banks. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Williams petition 21. 19-01288 Authorizing the Parish Attorney's Office to accept the mediator's recommended dollar number (and other terms) to settle the Andricka Williams, et al vs. City of Baton Rouge, et al matter and proceed based on the set deadline for the plaintiff to confidentially respond to the proposal with either an acceptance or a rejection. By Councilwoman Chauna Banks. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Williams petition 22. 19-01289 Amending and reenacting Ordinance 17160, adopted September 11, 2019, which established voting precincts within Wards 1, 2, & 3 in East Baton Rouge Parish, and designating polling places so as to change the polling locations for Ward 1, Precincts 81A and 81B; and reestablishing designated polling locations for all other precincts within the Parish of East Baton Rouge. By Registrar of Voters. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Cover Letter 23. 19-01290 Authorizing the Mayor-President, on behalf of the Baton Rouge Police Department, to enter in to contractual agreement with Envisage Research and Analytics LLC in the amount of $26,861.40 under the awarded grant, "FY2018 Project Safe Neighborhoods / Baton Rouge Rapid Response Task Force". Envisage Research and Analytics LLC will serve as a research partner and evaluator of the grant program. By Police Chief. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Cover Letter 24. 19-01291 BRAC 2019 Economic Development year end presentation by Donnie Miller, Director of Business, Baton Rouge Area Chamber. By Councilman Scott Wilson. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 BRAC Year End Presentation 2019 25. 19-01285 Authorizing settlement of the matter entitled "Marquitta Richardson v. Jacqueline Trask, et al.," Suit No. C652,612 on the docket of the 19th Judicial District Court, in the amount of $25,000.00, plus court costs in the amount of $298.00, for a total amount of $25,298.00, which amount shall be paid from the account designated "Insurance - Auto Liability" (1000.4700.10.0550.0000.0000.000000.644120). *This matter may be discussed in Executive Session. (Attorney of record is Charles S. Lambert, Jr. of the Law Offices of Charles S. Lambert, Jr., LLC). By Parish Attorney. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Supporting Documentation to be hand delivered. 26. 19-01302 Authorize the Mayor-President to execute a Contract for Engineering Services with CSRS, Inc. for engineering services to update the survey, hydraulic and hydrologic analysis, clearing and grubbing plans, final plans and environmental permitting associated with MOVEBR Project McHugh Rd (Groom to Lower Zachary), being City-Parish Project No. 19-CP-HC-0039, in an amount not to exceed $238,031.98. This amount is 100% City-Parish funds. (ACCOUNT NO. 9217100012-4360-00006-00000000-653240). By Transportation and Drainage Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Council Backup Memo 27. 19-01303 Authorize the Mayor-President to execute Supplemental Agreement No. 5 to the contract with STANTEC Consulting Services Inc., for Preliminary Engineering to investigate alternative concepts that can reduce right-of-way impacts associated with MOVEBR Project Perkins Road, Siegen to Pecue, being City-Parish Project No. 12-CS-HC-0015, in an amount not to exceed $41,690.00. This amount is 100% City-Parish funds. (ACCOUNT NO. 9217100038-4304-00006-0000000000-653240). By Transportation and Drainage Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Council Backup Memo 28. 19-01304 Authorize the Mayor-President to execute a Contract for Engineering Services with Evans-Graves Engineers, Inc. for updating the survey, hydraulic and hydrologic analysis and final plans associated with MOVEBR Project South Choctaw Drive (Flannery Road to Central Thruway), being City-Parish Project No. 19-CP-HC-0038 (formerly 02-CS-HC-0006), in an amount not to exceed $210,907.20. This amount is 100% City-Parish funds. By Transportation and Drainage Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Council Backup Memo 29. 19-01309 Authorizing the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to approve the submittal of the Louisiana Municipal Water Pollution Prevention (MWPP) Environmental Audit for the South Treatment Plant (LA0036412 AI#4841) to the Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality (LDEQ) for the monitoring period of September 1, 2018 through August 31, 2019. By Environmental Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Council Memo 30. 19-01310 Authorizing the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to approve the submittal of the Louisiana Municipal Water Pollution Prevention (MWPP) Environmental Audit for the North Treatment Plant (LA0036439 AI#4843) to the Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality (LDEQ) for the monitoring period of September 1, 2018 through August 31, 2019. By Environmental Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Council Memo 31. 19-01312 Authorize the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute Amendment No. 2 with K3B, LLC for Pump Station Lawn Maintenance – East Site Group resulting in additional compensation of $25,390.00 for the final year of the contract (Account No. 5100-7700-40-7710-7742-0000-000000-642260). By Environmental Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Council Memo 32. 19-01313 Authorize the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute Amendment No. 2 with Carruth Holdings LLC for Pump Station Lawn Maintenance – South Site Group resulting in additional compensation of $8,902.00 for the final year of the contract (Account No. 5100-7700-40-7710-7742-0000-000000-642260). By Environmental Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Council Memo 33. 19-01314 Authorize the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute Amendment No. 3 with W.P. Enterprise, LLC for Pump Station Lawn Maintenance – North Site Group resulting in additional compensation of $6,350.00 for the final year of the contract (Account No. 5100-7700-40-7710-7742-0000-000000-642260). By Environmental Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Council Memo 34. 19-01315 Authorize the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute Amendment No. 5 with Baton Rouge Inspection Coalition, LLC for Construction Inspection Support Services in connection with Annual Construction Inspection Support – Firm 2 being Project No. 15-CN-MS-0009, resulting in an increase in contract not to exceed $550,000.00 and an extension of contract time to December 31, 2020 (Account No. 80912-5110000004-SSO2RINSP1-653220). By Environmental Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Council Memo 35. 19-01316 Authorize the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute Amendment No. 7 with ECM Consultants, Inc. for Construction Inspection Support Services in connection with Annual Construction Inspection Support – Firm 1, being Project No. 15-CN-MS-0008, resulting in an increase in contract not to exceed $900,000.00 and an extension of contract time to December 31, 2020 (Account No. 80912-5110000004-SSO2RINSP2-653220). By Environmental Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Council Memo 36. 19-01317 Authorize the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute Amendment No. 9 with Gotech, Inc., w/subconsultant: Volkert, Inc., for construction inspection support services in connection with Annual Construction Inspection Support Project – Group 2, Project No. 12-CN-MS-0013, R.F.Q. No. 12-ES-PW-001, to extend the contract time to December 31, 2020 and add additional compensation in an amount not to exceed $500,000.00 (Account No. 80912-5110000004-SSO2RINSP3-653220). By Environmental Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Council Memo 37. 19-01318 Authorizing the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute Amendment No. 5 with Allen & LeBlanc, LLC for construction services in connection with the Annual Parishwide Sewer Repair and Replacement Project, being City Parish Project 17-PN-MS-0015, resulting in an increase in contract of $1,900,000.00 (Account No. 80702-5110000004-CD01R00032-643400). By Environmental Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Council Memo 38. 19-01319 Authorize the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute Amendment No. 2 with McLeod Electric, LLC for Pump Station Mechanical, Electrical & Instrumentation Services being City-Parish Project No. 17-PS-MS-0030, resulting in additional compensation of $150,000.00 for 2019, additional compensation of $400,000.00 for 2020 and exercises the second optional renewal to extend the contract time to December 31, 2020 (Account No. 5100-7700-40-7710-7742-0000-000000-647670, 5100-7700-40-7710-7750-7713-000000-647670 and 5100-7700-40-7710-7750-7714-000000-647670). By Environmental Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Council Memo 39. 19-01320 Authorizing the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute Supplemental Agreement No. 2 to the contract with Buchart Horn, Inc. for engineering services in connection with the South Wastewater Treatment Plant Digester Gas Reuse Project, Project No. 16-TP-MS-0011 in an amount of $12,390.00 (Account No. 81403-5443000004-SSO2RMP021-653250). By Environmental Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Council Memo 40. 19-01323 Authorizing the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute Supplemental Agreement No.17 to the contract with CH2M Hill Engineers, Inc. (formerly CH2M Hill, Inc.) for program management services for Phase II of the Baton Rouge Sanitary Sewer Overflow (SSO) Control and Wastewater Facilities Program and amend PO130464 to extend the contract time through December 31, 2020, and add additional compensation in an amount not to exceed $3,250,000.00 (Account Nos. 81101-5110000001-NCDPPADM01-653091 and 5100-7700-40-7710-7770-0000-000000-643580-81162). By Environmental Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Council Memo 41. 19-01324 Authorize the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute Supplemental Agreement No. 2 to the contract with Compliance EnviroSystems, LLC (CES) for professional services in connection with Annual Parishwide Sewer Cleaning and Physical Inspection Services to continue providing O&M support services for the first year of the contract for an amount not to exceed $600,000.00 (Account No. 80702-5110000004-CD01R00036-653400, 80702-5140000004-CD01R00036-653400, 80702-5433000004-CD01R00036-653400, 80702-5434000004-CD01R00036-653400, 80702-5441000004-CD01R00036-653400, 80702-5442000004-CD01R00036-653400 and 80702-5443000004-CD01R00036-653400). By Environmental Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Council Memo 42. 19-01325 Authorize the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute Supplemental Agreement No. 7 to the contract with SJB Group, Inc. / Owen & White, Inc. – A Joint Venture, for additional engineering services in connection with the Zachary Area Transmission Network Improvements Project for the relocation of the 48” force main in conjunction with the Comite River Diversion Project for an amount not to exceed $193,578.79. By Environmental Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Council Memo 43. 19-01326 Authorization for the Mayor-President and/or Chairman of the Airport Commission to execute an Amendment to the lease agreement with 337, LLC to increase the land rental from a 1-acre tract of land to a 1.76-acre tract of land and adjust the rental rate from $6,707.80 per year to $12,649.82 per year (All other terms and conditions of the original lease remain the same). By Aviation Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Cover Letter 44. 19-01327 Authorization for the Mayor-President and/or Chairman of the Airport Commission to execute a mutual cancellation of the agreement with ExpressJet Airlines, Inc. By Aviation Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Cover Letter 45. 19-01330 Authorizing the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute an extension to the agreement between the City-Parish and the Capital Resource Conservation and Development Council, Inc. (CRCD) through December 31, 2020 for the cost of inspecting private sewage treatment systems in the watersheds of the Comite River, the Middle Amite River, and Thompson Creek within East Baton Rouge Parish. This agreement will appropriate $31,200 of estimated revenues from the CDCD to reimburse the City-Parish for inspection services for the 2020 calendar year at a rate of $25.00 per hour. (Budget Supplement No. 8732). By Environmental Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Council Memo 46. 19-01331 Authorizing the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute Amendment #2 to the contract with Andrew Boatner for the inspection of private sewerage systems in the watersheds of the Comite River, the Middle Amite River, and Thompson Creek within East Baton Rouge Parish so as to increase the amount of the contract by $31,200 from $53,400 to an amount not to exceed $84,600. This amendment will extend the contract from the period January 1, 2020 through December 31, 2020. Funding is provided through an agreement between the Capital Resource Conservation and Development Council, Inc. and the City-Parish. By Environmental Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Council Memo 47. 19-01332 Authorizing the Finance Director to refund an erroneous remittance of sales and use taxes to Healthcare Services Group, Inc. in the amount of $105,874.93 for remitting sales tax on purchases of food that was prepared and served to patients of nursing homes for the audit period of January 1, 2015 through December 31, 2017 with the cost of such refund to be charged against sales tax revenues. By Finance Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Supporting Documentation 48. 19-01333 Authorizing settlement of the matter entitled "Thelma Parker v. Brandon Taylor, et al," Suit No. 664,309 on the docket of the 19th Judicial District Court, in the amount of $25,000.00, plus court costs in the amount of $118.00, for a total amount of $25,118.00, which amount shall be paid from the account designated "Insurance - Auto Liability" (1000.4700.10.0550.0000.0000.000000.644120). *This matter may be discussed in Executive Session. (Attorney of record is Robert C. Funderburk, Jr.). By Parish Attorney. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Supporting Documentation to be hand delivered. 49. 19-01334 Receiving an update from ExxonMobil regarding project stewardship the new polyolefinss project and the community initiatives that resulted from this project investment. By Councilman Matt Watson. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Cover Letter 50. 19-01335 Authorizing settlement of the claim of Audrey Smith and Patricia Brown for damages resulting from a sewer back-up in the claimants' house, for a total amount of $23,415.23, 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 December 11, 2019 Supporting Documentation to be hand delivered. 51. 19-01336 Authorizing settlement of the claim of Bernard Kibodi for damages to a building resulting from an auto accident caused by a Baton Rouge Police Officer, in the amount of $15,803.17, which amount shall be paid from the account designated "Insurance - Auto Liability" (1000.4700.10.0550.0000. 0000.000000.644120). *This matter may be discussed in Executive Session. (In Proper Person). By Parish Attorney. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Supporting Documentation to be hand delivered. 52. 19-01337 Authorizing settlement of the claim of Connie Booker and Josh Booker for damages resulting from a sewer back-up in the claimants' house, for a total amount of $19,892.46, 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 December 11, 2019 Supporting Documentation to be hand delivered. 53. 19-01338 Authorizing settlement of the claim of James Myers for damages resulting from flooding during multiple storm events in the claimant's house, for a total amount of $30,000.00, 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 December 11, 2019 Supporting Documentation to be hand delivered. 54. 19-01344 Creating guidelines and a permit process for new water wells in East Baton Rouge Parish that serve industrial, commercial, and/or residential users. By Councilman Trae Welch. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Cover Letter
55. 19-01009 Derrick Harrell 10530 & 10532 Scotland Avenue, Lot 3, Square 1 Scotlandville Subdivision - Council District 2 - Banks This item was deferred from September 25, 2019 Picture Picture Inspector's Report Picture Picture Picture 56. 19-00427 Options Foundation Inc. 2386 Convention Street, Lot 18 and 20, Square 23 Hickey Town Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker This item was deferred from May 8, 2019 and November 13, 2019 Picture Picture Inspector's Report Picture Picture Picture Picture 57. 19-01189 Eugene Weathersby, Jr. 3145 Vancouver Drive, Lot 137 Village Cote' Subdivision (2nd Filing) - Council District 4 - Wilson Picture Picture Inspector's Report 58. 19-01190 Lionell Dale Maggitt and Yvonne D. Maggitt 4048 Sycamore Street (House and Rear Shed), Lot 1+, Square 12 Schorten Place Subdivision - Council District 5 - Green Picture Picture Inspector's Report 59. 19-01191 Gregory Joseph Messina 4944 Sunnybrook Drive, Lot 64 Sunnybrook Subdivision (1st Filing) - Council District 5 - Green Picture Picture Inspector's Report
PUBLIC HEARING / MEETING 19-01084 Amending the 2019 Capital Budget so as to appropriate $10,000,000 in bond proceeds from the 2019 Public Improvement Sales Tax Revenue Bonds for the purpose of providing the City-Parish portion for the East Baton Rouge Parish Flood Risk Reduction Project and paying all the associated costs of issuance. (Budget Supplement No. 8727). By Transportation and Drainage Director and Finance Director. This item was deferred from October 23, 2019 Legislation Supporting Documentation Other
19-01186 A First Amendment to General Sales Tax Bond Resolution No. 54430 authorizing and providing for the amendment of the provisions relating to the issuance of additional bonds and the provisions relating to the establishment and funding of the debt service reserve fund; and providing for other matters related thereto. By Bond Counsel . Cover Letter
2. 19-01282 Granting a renewal of a Five-Year property tax abatement estimated at $275,092 per year for Renaissance Apartments at 650 N. Ardenwood Drive. This application is referred by Louisiana Economic Development Restoration Tax Abatement Program to the City of Baton Rouge as RTA application #2013-0103 for the purpose of encouraging private investment and restoration of property. By Planning Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Cover Memo Abatement Estimate Worksheet Draft Legislation 3. 19-01286 An Ordinance creating the Harveston Economic Development District and defining the boundaries and powers thereof (an providing for certain district matters) in accordance with and authorized by Chapter 27 of Title 33 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950. By Councilman Chandler Loupe. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 cover memo 4. 19-01295 Authorizing the Library Director to establish a pool to hire Substitute Librarians, Library Aides, Library Pages, and Library Technicians on a day to day basis, at step 1 of the current classifications salary, with funding to be provided from funds available within the budget of the Library Board of Control. By Human Resources Director & Library Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Cover Letter 5. 19-01300 Adopting the revised 2020 pay plan for the classified, unclassified, non-classified, contract, Fire, and Police employees of the City of Baton Rouge and Parish of East Baton Rouge; establishing the effective date of said plan as December 21, 2019; and repealing all Ordinances or parts of Ordinances in conflict herewith. By Human Resources Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 10, 2019 Cover Letter 6. 19-01301 Fixing the number of employees of the Parish of East Baton Rouge, the City of Baton Rouge, and agencies to which appropriations are made; and establishing the effective date of December 21, 2019 and repealing all Ordinances in conflict herewith. By Human Resources Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 10, 2019 Cover Letter 7. 19-01311 Amending Ordinance 16120, adopted November 24, 2015, thus amending Title 2 (STREETS, ALLEYS, SIDEWALKS, BATTURES AND SEWERS), CHAPTER 5 (SEWERAGE) to update the City-Parish PRETREATMENT STANDARDS, WASTEWATER STANDARDS, PERMITS, AND PROHIBITIONS, PRETREATMENT FACILITIES, OPERATIONS & MAINTENANCE, REPORTING REQUIREMENTS, RECORDKEEPING, AND PROVIDING FOR OTHER RELATED MATTERS. By Environmental Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Council Memo 8. 19-01328 A Resolution approving and authorizing the Mayor-President, on behalf of the City of Baton Rouge and Parish of East Baton Rouge, to negotiate and enter into an Economic Development Incentive Agreement, providing a Forgivable Loan and/or Grant, not to exceed $1,400,000 over ten (10) years, to Oceans Behavioral Hospital of Baton Rouge, LLC, with eligibility for accepting such funding contingent on meeting specified spending, job creation and job retention standards and to execute the necessary loan and/or grant agreements, security devices, claw back and recoupment provisions and other non-substantive modifications; and to execute all contracts, agreements and amendments to effectuate same. By Mayor's Office. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Economic Development Incentive Agreement - Oceans Behavioral Hospital of Baton Rouge, LLC 9. 19-01345 A resolution approving an annual Payment in Lieu of Taxes to the Sheriff of East Baton Rouge Parish in an amount not to exceed the current property tax payments of $1,684.95 (one thousand six hundred eighty-four dollars and ninety-five cents) in accordance with a Memorandum of Understanding between the Capital Area Finance Authority and Gulf Coast Housing Partnership, LLC. By Councilwoman Tara Wicker. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 resolution CONDEMNATION INTRODUCTIONS 10. 19-01292 Kevin Lynn Phillips and Ingrid Womack Phillips 2810 Country Plaza Avenue, Lot 12 Country Plaza Subdivision, 2nd Filing - Council District 1 - Welch Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 11. 19-01293 Harry Louis Benton, Larry Benton, Sr., Warren James Benton, Sr., Glynn Anthony Benton, Linda Marie Benton, Carolyn Ann Benton Major, Susan Faye Benton, Tammy Louise Benton Booker, Frances Benton, David Robertson, and The Estate of Frank Benton 5237 Ford Street, Lots 9 & 10, Square 25 Zion City Subdivision - Council District 5 - Green Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 12. 19-01294 Christopher Robins 785 North 44th Street, Lot 17, Square 45 Greenville Extension Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 13. 19-01296 Howard Roy Hood, Ron Christopher Williams, Reginald Williams, Derrick D. Liggans, and Ranada N. Givens 624 North 46th Street (House and Rear Shed), Lot 19, Square 48 Greenville Extension Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 14. 19-01297 Patrick Ligon Tessier, Charles Robert Tessier, III, Tara Susan Tessier, Jefferson T. Tessier, Jr., Robert Lawrence Tessier, Shivaun T. Davis, Ella Virginia Tessier Wakely, The Estate of John B. Tessier, The Estate of Thomas F. Tessier, and The Estate of Steve B. Tessier 764 Lakeland Drive, Lots D, E, & Portion of Lot H Spanish Town Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 15. 19-01298 James A. Hopkins 1835 Missouri Street, Lot 10, Square 18 South Baton Rouge Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 16. 19-01299 Aubin Properties, LLC 2462 Aubin Lane, Lot 10-A-2 Phillips Acres Subdivision - Council District 11 - Watson Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Picture Picture Inspector's Report ADJUDICATED PROPERTY INTRODUCTIONS 17. 19-01306 Lot: 3, Square 3 Subdivision: Maryland Applicant: Don Neal Address: Gore Road-MOW TO OWN Metro Council District: 2 - Banks Initial Bid Amount $ 500.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 605.00 Appraised Value: $ N/A-MOW TO OWN Taxes Due: $ Unknown at this time Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 18. 19-01307 Lot: 28, Square 178 Subdivision: South Baton Rouge Applicant: Patricia Castle-MOW TO OWN Address: West Roosevelt Metro Council District: 10 - Wicker Initial Bid Amount $ 100.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 475.00 Appraised Value: $ N/A - MOW TO OWN Taxes Due: $ Unknown at this time Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 19. 19-01308 Lot: 9, Square 3 Subdivision: Northdale Applicant: Ted Louis Higginbotham - MOW TO OWN Address: Birch Street Metro Council District: 10 - Wicker Initial Bid Amount $ 50.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 200.00 Appraised Value: $ N/A - MOW TO OWN Taxes Due: $ Unknown at this time Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 PLANNING AND ZONING INTRODUCTIONS OTHER INTRODUCTIONS 20. 19-01287 A report from the mediator to include his recommended dollar number (and other terms) to settle the Andricka Williams, et al vs. City of Baton Rouge, et al matter and set deadline for each side to confidentially respond to the proposal with either an acceptance or a rejection. By Councilwoman Chauna Banks. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Williams petition 21. 19-01288 Authorizing the Parish Attorney's Office to accept the mediator's recommended dollar number (and other terms) to settle the Andricka Williams, et al vs. City of Baton Rouge, et al matter and proceed based on the set deadline for the plaintiff to confidentially respond to the proposal with either an acceptance or a rejection. By Councilwoman Chauna Banks. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Williams petition 22. 19-01289 Amending and reenacting Ordinance 17160, adopted September 11, 2019, which established voting precincts within Wards 1, 2, & 3 in East Baton Rouge Parish, and designating polling places so as to change the polling locations for Ward 1, Precincts 81A and 81B; and reestablishing designated polling locations for all other precincts within the Parish of East Baton Rouge. By Registrar of Voters. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Cover Letter 23. 19-01290 Authorizing the Mayor-President, on behalf of the Baton Rouge Police Department, to enter in to contractual agreement with Envisage Research and Analytics LLC in the amount of $26,861.40 under the awarded grant, "FY2018 Project Safe Neighborhoods / Baton Rouge Rapid Response Task Force". Envisage Research and Analytics LLC will serve as a research partner and evaluator of the grant program. By Police Chief. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Cover Letter 24. 19-01291 BRAC 2019 Economic Development year end presentation by Donnie Miller, Director of Business, Baton Rouge Area Chamber. By Councilman Scott Wilson. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 BRAC Year End Presentation 2019 25. 19-01285 Authorizing settlement of the matter entitled "Marquitta Richardson v. Jacqueline Trask, et al.," Suit No. C652,612 on the docket of the 19th Judicial District Court, in the amount of $25,000.00, plus court costs in the amount of $298.00, for a total amount of $25,298.00, which amount shall be paid from the account designated "Insurance - Auto Liability" (1000.4700.10.0550.0000.0000.000000.644120). *This matter may be discussed in Executive Session. (Attorney of record is Charles S. Lambert, Jr. of the Law Offices of Charles S. Lambert, Jr., LLC). By Parish Attorney. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Supporting Documentation to be hand delivered. 26. 19-01302 Authorize the Mayor-President to execute a Contract for Engineering Services with CSRS, Inc. for engineering services to update the survey, hydraulic and hydrologic analysis, clearing and grubbing plans, final plans and environmental permitting associated with MOVEBR Project McHugh Rd (Groom to Lower Zachary), being City-Parish Project No. 19-CP-HC-0039, in an amount not to exceed $238,031.98. This amount is 100% City-Parish funds. (ACCOUNT NO. 9217100012-4360-00006-00000000-653240). By Transportation and Drainage Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Council Backup Memo 27. 19-01303 Authorize the Mayor-President to execute Supplemental Agreement No. 5 to the contract with STANTEC Consulting Services Inc., for Preliminary Engineering to investigate alternative concepts that can reduce right-of-way impacts associated with MOVEBR Project Perkins Road, Siegen to Pecue, being City-Parish Project No. 12-CS-HC-0015, in an amount not to exceed $41,690.00. This amount is 100% City-Parish funds. (ACCOUNT NO. 9217100038-4304-00006-0000000000-653240). By Transportation and Drainage Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Council Backup Memo 28. 19-01304 Authorize the Mayor-President to execute a Contract for Engineering Services with Evans-Graves Engineers, Inc. for updating the survey, hydraulic and hydrologic analysis and final plans associated with MOVEBR Project South Choctaw Drive (Flannery Road to Central Thruway), being City-Parish Project No. 19-CP-HC-0038 (formerly 02-CS-HC-0006), in an amount not to exceed $210,907.20. This amount is 100% City-Parish funds. By Transportation and Drainage Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Council Backup Memo 29. 19-01309 Authorizing the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to approve the submittal of the Louisiana Municipal Water Pollution Prevention (MWPP) Environmental Audit for the South Treatment Plant (LA0036412 AI#4841) to the Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality (LDEQ) for the monitoring period of September 1, 2018 through August 31, 2019. By Environmental Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Council Memo 30. 19-01310 Authorizing the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to approve the submittal of the Louisiana Municipal Water Pollution Prevention (MWPP) Environmental Audit for the North Treatment Plant (LA0036439 AI#4843) to the Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality (LDEQ) for the monitoring period of September 1, 2018 through August 31, 2019. By Environmental Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Council Memo 31. 19-01312 Authorize the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute Amendment No. 2 with K3B, LLC for Pump Station Lawn Maintenance – East Site Group resulting in additional compensation of $25,390.00 for the final year of the contract (Account No. 5100-7700-40-7710-7742-0000-000000-642260). By Environmental Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Council Memo 32. 19-01313 Authorize the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute Amendment No. 2 with Carruth Holdings LLC for Pump Station Lawn Maintenance – South Site Group resulting in additional compensation of $8,902.00 for the final year of the contract (Account No. 5100-7700-40-7710-7742-0000-000000-642260). By Environmental Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Council Memo 33. 19-01314 Authorize the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute Amendment No. 3 with W.P. Enterprise, LLC for Pump Station Lawn Maintenance – North Site Group resulting in additional compensation of $6,350.00 for the final year of the contract (Account No. 5100-7700-40-7710-7742-0000-000000-642260). By Environmental Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Council Memo 34. 19-01315 Authorize the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute Amendment No. 5 with Baton Rouge Inspection Coalition, LLC for Construction Inspection Support Services in connection with Annual Construction Inspection Support – Firm 2 being Project No. 15-CN-MS-0009, resulting in an increase in contract not to exceed $550,000.00 and an extension of contract time to December 31, 2020 (Account No. 80912-5110000004-SSO2RINSP1-653220). By Environmental Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Council Memo 35. 19-01316 Authorize the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute Amendment No. 7 with ECM Consultants, Inc. for Construction Inspection Support Services in connection with Annual Construction Inspection Support – Firm 1, being Project No. 15-CN-MS-0008, resulting in an increase in contract not to exceed $900,000.00 and an extension of contract time to December 31, 2020 (Account No. 80912-5110000004-SSO2RINSP2-653220). By Environmental Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Council Memo 36. 19-01317 Authorize the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute Amendment No. 9 with Gotech, Inc., w/subconsultant: Volkert, Inc., for construction inspection support services in connection with Annual Construction Inspection Support Project – Group 2, Project No. 12-CN-MS-0013, R.F.Q. No. 12-ES-PW-001, to extend the contract time to December 31, 2020 and add additional compensation in an amount not to exceed $500,000.00 (Account No. 80912-5110000004-SSO2RINSP3-653220). By Environmental Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Council Memo 37. 19-01318 Authorizing the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute Amendment No. 5 with Allen & LeBlanc, LLC for construction services in connection with the Annual Parishwide Sewer Repair and Replacement Project, being City Parish Project 17-PN-MS-0015, resulting in an increase in contract of $1,900,000.00 (Account No. 80702-5110000004-CD01R00032-643400). By Environmental Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Council Memo 38. 19-01319 Authorize the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute Amendment No. 2 with McLeod Electric, LLC for Pump Station Mechanical, Electrical & Instrumentation Services being City-Parish Project No. 17-PS-MS-0030, resulting in additional compensation of $150,000.00 for 2019, additional compensation of $400,000.00 for 2020 and exercises the second optional renewal to extend the contract time to December 31, 2020 (Account No. 5100-7700-40-7710-7742-0000-000000-647670, 5100-7700-40-7710-7750-7713-000000-647670 and 5100-7700-40-7710-7750-7714-000000-647670). By Environmental Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Council Memo 39. 19-01320 Authorizing the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute Supplemental Agreement No. 2 to the contract with Buchart Horn, Inc. for engineering services in connection with the South Wastewater Treatment Plant Digester Gas Reuse Project, Project No. 16-TP-MS-0011 in an amount of $12,390.00 (Account No. 81403-5443000004-SSO2RMP021-653250). By Environmental Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Council Memo 40. 19-01323 Authorizing the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute Supplemental Agreement No.17 to the contract with CH2M Hill Engineers, Inc. (formerly CH2M Hill, Inc.) for program management services for Phase II of the Baton Rouge Sanitary Sewer Overflow (SSO) Control and Wastewater Facilities Program and amend PO130464 to extend the contract time through December 31, 2020, and add additional compensation in an amount not to exceed $3,250,000.00 (Account Nos. 81101-5110000001-NCDPPADM01-653091 and 5100-7700-40-7710-7770-0000-000000-643580-81162). By Environmental Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Council Memo 41. 19-01324 Authorize the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute Supplemental Agreement No. 2 to the contract with Compliance EnviroSystems, LLC (CES) for professional services in connection with Annual Parishwide Sewer Cleaning and Physical Inspection Services to continue providing O&M support services for the first year of the contract for an amount not to exceed $600,000.00 (Account No. 80702-5110000004-CD01R00036-653400, 80702-5140000004-CD01R00036-653400, 80702-5433000004-CD01R00036-653400, 80702-5434000004-CD01R00036-653400, 80702-5441000004-CD01R00036-653400, 80702-5442000004-CD01R00036-653400 and 80702-5443000004-CD01R00036-653400). By Environmental Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Council Memo 42. 19-01325 Authorize the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute Supplemental Agreement No. 7 to the contract with SJB Group, Inc. / Owen & White, Inc. – A Joint Venture, for additional engineering services in connection with the Zachary Area Transmission Network Improvements Project for the relocation of the 48” force main in conjunction with the Comite River Diversion Project for an amount not to exceed $193,578.79. By Environmental Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Council Memo 43. 19-01326 Authorization for the Mayor-President and/or Chairman of the Airport Commission to execute an Amendment to the lease agreement with 337, LLC to increase the land rental from a 1-acre tract of land to a 1.76-acre tract of land and adjust the rental rate from $6,707.80 per year to $12,649.82 per year (All other terms and conditions of the original lease remain the same). By Aviation Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Cover Letter 44. 19-01327 Authorization for the Mayor-President and/or Chairman of the Airport Commission to execute a mutual cancellation of the agreement with ExpressJet Airlines, Inc. By Aviation Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Cover Letter 45. 19-01330 Authorizing the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute an extension to the agreement between the City-Parish and the Capital Resource Conservation and Development Council, Inc. (CRCD) through December 31, 2020 for the cost of inspecting private sewage treatment systems in the watersheds of the Comite River, the Middle Amite River, and Thompson Creek within East Baton Rouge Parish. This agreement will appropriate $31,200 of estimated revenues from the CDCD to reimburse the City-Parish for inspection services for the 2020 calendar year at a rate of $25.00 per hour. (Budget Supplement No. 8732). By Environmental Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Council Memo 46. 19-01331 Authorizing the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute Amendment #2 to the contract with Andrew Boatner for the inspection of private sewerage systems in the watersheds of the Comite River, the Middle Amite River, and Thompson Creek within East Baton Rouge Parish so as to increase the amount of the contract by $31,200 from $53,400 to an amount not to exceed $84,600. This amendment will extend the contract from the period January 1, 2020 through December 31, 2020. Funding is provided through an agreement between the Capital Resource Conservation and Development Council, Inc. and the City-Parish. By Environmental Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Council Memo 47. 19-01332 Authorizing the Finance Director to refund an erroneous remittance of sales and use taxes to Healthcare Services Group, Inc. in the amount of $105,874.93 for remitting sales tax on purchases of food that was prepared and served to patients of nursing homes for the audit period of January 1, 2015 through December 31, 2017 with the cost of such refund to be charged against sales tax revenues. By Finance Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Supporting Documentation 48. 19-01333 Authorizing settlement of the matter entitled "Thelma Parker v. Brandon Taylor, et al," Suit No. 664,309 on the docket of the 19th Judicial District Court, in the amount of $25,000.00, plus court costs in the amount of $118.00, for a total amount of $25,118.00, which amount shall be paid from the account designated "Insurance - Auto Liability" (1000.4700.10.0550.0000.0000.000000.644120). *This matter may be discussed in Executive Session. (Attorney of record is Robert C. Funderburk, Jr.). By Parish Attorney. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Supporting Documentation to be hand delivered. 49. 19-01334 Receiving an update from ExxonMobil regarding project stewardship the new polyolefinss project and the community initiatives that resulted from this project investment. By Councilman Matt Watson. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Cover Letter 50. 19-01335 Authorizing settlement of the claim of Audrey Smith and Patricia Brown for damages resulting from a sewer back-up in the claimants' house, for a total amount of $23,415.23, 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 December 11, 2019 Supporting Documentation to be hand delivered. 51. 19-01336 Authorizing settlement of the claim of Bernard Kibodi for damages to a building resulting from an auto accident caused by a Baton Rouge Police Officer, in the amount of $15,803.17, which amount shall be paid from the account designated "Insurance - Auto Liability" (1000.4700.10.0550.0000. 0000.000000.644120). *This matter may be discussed in Executive Session. (In Proper Person). By Parish Attorney. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Supporting Documentation to be hand delivered. 52. 19-01337 Authorizing settlement of the claim of Connie Booker and Josh Booker for damages resulting from a sewer back-up in the claimants' house, for a total amount of $19,892.46, 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 December 11, 2019 Supporting Documentation to be hand delivered. 53. 19-01338 Authorizing settlement of the claim of James Myers for damages resulting from flooding during multiple storm events in the claimant's house, for a total amount of $30,000.00, 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 December 11, 2019 Supporting Documentation to be hand delivered. 54. 19-01344 Creating guidelines and a permit process for new water wells in East Baton Rouge Parish that serve industrial, commercial, and/or residential users. By Councilman Trae Welch. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on December 11, 2019 Cover Letter
19-01187 A Supplemental Sales Tax Bond Resolution amending and supplementing General Sales Tax Bond Resolution No. 54430 (the “General Bond Resolution”), and authorizing and providing for the issuance and sale of MovEBR Sales Tax Revenue Bonds, Series 2019, of the Parish of East Baton Rouge Capital Improvements District pursuant to the provisions of the General Bond Resolution, payable from the proceeds of the one-half of one percent (½%) sales and use tax levied by the Parish of East Baton Rouge Capital Improvements District and authorized at an election held on December 8, 2018; prescribing the form, fixing the details and providing for the payment of principal of and interest on such bonds and for the rights of the registered owners thereof; and providing for other matters related thereto. By Bond Counsel. Cover Letter
19-01197 Authorizing the Mayor-President to enter into a professional services agreement with American Traffic Solutions, Inc., doing business as Verra Mobility for a traffic control safety device management commencing January 2020 through December 31, 2023. By Mayor's Office. Legislation Agreement with American Traffic Solutions, Inc.
19-01244 Amending the 2019 current expense budget so as to adjust estimated revenues and appropriations and to authorize the Director of Finance to make certain interdepartmental interfund transfers in accordance with the State Budget Act and The Plan of Government. By Mayor-President & Finance Director. Legislation Cover Letter
19-01245 Amending the 2019 current expense and capital budget so as to appropriate $3,031,712 for expenses related to Hurricane Barry. (Budget Supplement 8730). By Finance Director. Legislation Budget Supplement 8730
19-01184 Authorizing the Mayor-President to accept a grant and enter into a contract on behalf of the Division of Human Development and Services/Office of Social Services, with the Louisiana Workforce Commission, for a Community Services Block Grant in the amount of $1,480,839.00, for the Federal Fiscal Year 2020 grant period October 1, 2019 through September 30, 2020; and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By Human Services Director. Legislation Cover Letter
19-01196 Authorizing the Mayor-President to accept a grant award in the amount of $3,073,515.00 under the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program 4277-123-Elevations. This project will elevate 14 residential structures that are prone to flooding. By Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness Director. Legislation Cover Letter
19-01194 Expressing the support of the East Baton Rouge Parish Metropolitan Council for the East Baton Rouge Parish Complete Count Committee and the goals and ideals of the 2020 Census; pledging support of the US Census Bureau and East Baton Rouge Parish Administration efforts to disseminate 2020 Census information, and encouraging all people in East Baton Rouge Parish to participate in events and initiatives that will raise awareness of the 2020 Census and ensure participation of every member of our community. By Councilman Matt Watson and Councilwoman Barbara Freiberg. Legislation Census Complete Count Resolution DRAFT
19-01188 Rescinding and directing the Clerk of Court to cancel the Decision and Order recorded on October 25, 2019 at Original 064 of Bundle 12990 in the matter of "City of Baton Rouge vs. Charles Williams and Vanessa Price Williams" - Condemnation Proceeding No. 10074 (5524 Johnette Drive, Lot 23, Merrydale Place Subdivision (1st Filing)). Reason for rescission: The property owner has retained a licensed contractor and has gotten a permit from the permit office. By Councilwoman Erika Green. Legislation Supporting Documentation
19-01195 Authorizing settlement of the matter entitled "Nykieara Monroe v. Jared Ray and City of Baton Rouge/Parish of East Baton Rouge," Suit No. 683,467 on the docket of the 19th Judicial District Court, in the amount of $18,000.00, plus court costs in the amount of $282.00, for a total amount of $18,282.00, which amount shall be paid from the account designated "Insurance - Auto Liability" (1000.4700.10.0550.0000.0000.000000.644120). *This matter may be discussed in Executive Session. (Attorney of record is Hester R. Dornan of Kleinpeter & Schwartzberg, LLC). By Parish Attorney. Legislation Supporting Documentation to be hand delivered.
19-01211 Authorizing settlement of the claim of the Christopher Parker for damages resulting from an auto accident caused by a Baton Rouge Police Officer, in the amount of $16,500.00, which amount shall be paid from the account designated "Insurance - Auto Liability" (1000.4700.10.0550.0000. 0000.000000.644120). *This matter may be discussed in Executive Session. (Attorney of record is Elle Virdure of Gordon McKernan Injury Attorneys). By Parish Attorney. Legislation Supporting Documentation to be hand delivered.
19-01222 Authorizing settlement of the matter entitled "Tamara Austin v. Travis Hall, et al," Suit No. 666,848, on the docket of the 19th Judicial District Court, in the amount of $100,000.00, plus court costs in the amount of $1,885.22, for a total amount of $101,885.22; and appropriating $101,885.22 for such purpose. *This matter may be discussed in Executive Session. (Attorney of record is C. Scott Courrege of Due, Guidry, Piedrahita, Andrews, LC). By Parish Attorney. Legislation Supporting Documentation to be hand delivered.
19-01226 Authorizing settlement of the matter entitled "Dequincy Galmon v. City of Baton Rouge, et al," Suit No. 158,668 on the docket of the 21st Judicial District Court, in the amount of $22,500.00, plus court costs in the amount of $1,148.00, for a total amount of $23,648.00, which amount shall be paid from the account designated "Insurance - Auto Liability" (1000.4700.10.0550.0000.0000.000000.644120). *This matter may be discussed in Executive Session. (Attorney of record is Richard D. McShan of McShan Law Firm). By Parish Attorney. Legislation Supporting Documentation to be hand delivered.
19-01228 Authorizing settlement of the matter entitled "Leon Saulney and Brenda Velazquez v. Todd Bourgoyne, et al," Suit No. C654,451 on the docket of the 19th Judicial District Court, in the amount of $32,500.00 to Leon Saulney and $40,000.00 to Brenda Velazquez, plus court costs in the amount of $412.00, for a total amount of $72,912.00; and appropriating $72,912.00 for such purpose. *This matter may be discussed in Executive Session. (Attorney of record is Gail N. McKay of the Law Offices of Gail N. McKay). By Parish Attorney. Legislation Supporting Documentation to be hand delivered.
19-01227 Authorizing the Mayor-President to enter into single family owner occupied housing rehab and roof reset contracts up to $75,000.00 each after review and approval by the preliminary grants and contract review committee. By Office of Community Development. Legislation Resolution Housing Rehab Contracts 10.29.19
19-01236 Authorizing the Mayor-President to accept and execute a grant award and related documents on behalf of the Pride Fire Protection District #8 (Pride FPD) for the 2019 Volunteer Fire Assistance (V.F.A.) grant administered by the Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry in the amount of $5,250 in Federal funds with local matching funds of $5,250 provided by the Pride FPD for a total amount of $10,500 to purchase five (5) sets of turnout gear. By Fire Chief, Pride Fire Protection District #8. Legislation Cover Letter
19-01229 Authorizing the East Baton Rouge Sewerage Commission (sometimes referred to herein as EBROSCO), through its authorized representative, to execute all documents as may be necessary for the purchase of property to be used as Environmental Services Operations Center for EBROSCO, said property being described as follows: Formerly the “Nissan Automotive Dealership” located at the corner of Florida Blvd (US Hwy 190) and Longbow Drive consisting of an approximate 5.00 acre tract of land improved with a building consisting of approximately 27,000 square feet. Said property contains approximately 480’ linear feet fronting Florida Boulevard and is Zoned C-2. (per the attached Exhibit A). Said property is further described as Parcel # 588253, Lot D-2 being a resubdivision of Lot D, St Elmo Lively Property, Located in Sec 6, T-7-S, R-2-E, GLD, Parish of East Baton Rouge, City of Baton Rouge, State of Louisiana, and identified on the attached Exhibit A. (Full Legal Description to Be Determined prior to Closing), and ratifying the conditional purchase and sale agreement previously executed by the authorized representative of EBROSCO, for the price of $1,250,000. By Department of Environmental Services. Legislation Draft - Resolution Exhibit A
19-01250 Authorize the Mayor-President to execute an amendment to the contract with Advanced Disposal Services Gulf Coast, LLC (formerly Baton Rouge Renewable Energy, LLC) to expand the gas collection system at the North Landfill for an amount not to exceed $65,000.00 (Account No. 5510-7700-40-7760-7767-0000-000000-653000-90003). By Environmental Services Director. Legislation Council Memo
19-01251 Authorize the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute Supplemental Agreement No. 1 to the Contract for Professional Services with Manchac Consulting Group, Inc. for modifications to the scope of work in connection with Biological Odor Control for Wastewater Pump Stations resulting in a fee not to exceed $75,368.80 (Account Nos. 80872-5434000004-SSO2RC0034-653400 and 80872-511000004-SSO2RC0034-653400). By Environmental Services Director. Legislation Council Memo
19-01253 Authorize the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute Supplemental Agreement No. 1 to the contract with Compliance EnviroSystems, LLC (CES) for professional services in connection with Annual Parishwide Sewer Cleaning and Physical Inspection Services to continue providing O&M support services for the first year of the contract for an amount not to exceed $250,000.00 (Account No. 5100-7700-40-7710-7740-7716-000000-647600). By Environmental Services Director. Legislation Council Memo
81. 19-01266 Amending Ordinance 8931, Adopted May 24, 1989, Which Established an Engineer and Surveys Selection Board, As Amended by Ordinance 9293, Adopted June 12, 1991, And As Amended by Ordinance 9603, Adopted April 14, 1993, And As Amended by Ordinance 11286, Adopted November 10, 1998, So As to Amend Section 5 Thereof, In Order to increase the fee for selection under the jurisdiction of said board from $50,000.00 to $150,000.00, And to Amend Section 6 Thereof, in order to increase the fee for selection under the jurisdiction of said board from $50,000.00 To $150,000.00. By Transportation and Drainage Director. Legislation Council Backup Memo 82. 19-01267 Amending Ordinance 8932, Adopted May 24, 1989, which established a Design and Planning Selection Board, As Amended by Ordinance 10530, Adopted November 21, 1995, And As Amended by Ordinance 12253, Adopted February 27, 2002, So As to Amend Section 5 Thereof, in order to increase the fee for selection under the jurisdiction of said board from $50,000.00 To $150,000.00, And To Amend Section 6 Thereof, in order to increase the fee for selection under the jurisdiction of said board from $50,000.00 To $150,000.00. By Transportation and Drainage Director. Legislation Council Backup Memo
19-01278 Amending the 2019 Capital Budget so as to appropriate not to exceed $130,000,000 Road and Street Refunding Bonds, Series 2019 and bond premiums estimated at $22,000,0000 for the MOVEBR program and provide for the costs of issuance. (Budget Supplement 8728). By Transportation and Drainage Director. Legislation Supporting Documentation Budget Detail
19-01272 Authorizing the Mayor-President to accept the Resiliency in Communities After Stress and Trauma (ReCAST) Project Year Three continuation grant award from the Department of Health and Human Services, Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration in the amount of $734,382.00 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 Mayor's Office. Legislation Memo, Agenda Item Request, Proposed Resolution
19-01273 Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a technical assistance agreement between the City of Baton Rouge, Parish of East Baton Rouge, and Mission Media, LLC, (referred to as “Service Provider”), to provide technical services necessary to support the asset mapping tool, ReCAST website, technical training and partnership development consulting services to the ReCAST Baton Rouge grant in the sum not to exceed $25,000.00 for the term commencing November 15, 2019 and terminating September 29, 2020. By Mayor's Office. Legislation Memo, Agenda Item Request, Proposed Resolution
19-01276 Amending Ordinance 9490, Adopted October 14, 1992, As Amended By Parish Ordinance 5123 and City Ordinance -3843, Adopted January 11, 1978, As Amended by Parish Ordinance 5926 and City Ordinance 4692 on May 26, 1982,City-Parish Ordinance 7686 Adopted October 24, 1984, City-Parish Ordinance 12278 Adopted April 10, 2002, and City-Parish Ordinance 13478 Adopted December 14, 2005, which authorized the installation of parking revenue collection equipment and facilities, So As to amend the fee schedule. By Assistant Chief Administrative Officer- Office of the Mayor-President. Legislation Council Backup Memo
19-01279 Authorizing the Mayor-President to submit a grant application to the LA Division of Administration/Office of Community Development for the Local Government Assistance Program (LGAP) grant in an amount not to exceed $80,000 to purchase fire fighting equipment and gear for the Brownsfield, Central , Chaneyville, Pride, and Alsen-St Irma Lee Rural Fire Protection Districts. Additionally, authorizing the Mayor-President to accept and execute the related grant award and related grant documents. This grant is 100% funded by the State of Louisiana with no matching funds required. By Fire Chiefs, Brownsfield, Central, Chaneyville, Pride, and Alsen-St Irma Lee Fire Districts. Legislation Cover Letter
19-01280 Authorizing the Mayor-President to submit a grant application to the LA Division of Administration/Office of Community Development for the Community Water Enrichment Fund (CWEF) grant in an amount up to $100,000, on behalf of the Chaneyville and Pride Fire Protection Districts, to purchase twelve (12) inch water main pipe to replace the current existing four (4) and/or six (6) inch water main pipes for the rural unincorporated areas of Chaneyville and Pride in East Baton Rouge Parish in order to increase water pressure to enhance water delivery for the residences and businesses of the area. Further, authorizing the Mayor-President to accept and execute the related grant award and related grant documents. This grant is 100% funded by the State of Louisiana. The Baton Rouge Water Co. will install the water main at no cost to the Parish or Fire Districts. By Fire Chiefs, Chaneyville and Pride Fire Protection Districts. Legislation Cover Letter
ADJUDICATED PROPERTIES 89. 19-01156 Lot: I 1 Subdivision: Ida Stewart Tract Applicant: M & M Realty, LLC Address: Flanacher Road Metro Council District: 1 - Welch Initial Bid Amount $ 100.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 500.00 Appraised Value: $ 36,000.00 Taxes Due: $ 8,857.78 - Adjudicated for 2013 taxes Bids Received: 11/20/2019 High Bidder: Nakeya White $32,000.00 Intended Use: Clean and build a home 90. 19-01157 Lot: 205 Subdivision: Beechwood Applicant: M & M Realty, LLC Address: Desoto Drive (2414) Metro Council District: 2 - Banks Initial Bid Amount $ 100.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 500.00 Appraised Value: $ 40,000.00 Taxes Due: $ 4,845.61 - Adjudicated for 2013 taxes Bids Received: 11/20/2019 High Bidder: Takia Thomas $20,000.00 Intended Use: Fix up and move in 91. 19-01158 Lot: 16+, Square 11 Subdivision: Fortune Applicant: Greg Hudson Address: Peerless Street Metro Council District: 5 - Green Initial Bid Amount $ 100.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 850.00 Appraised Value: $ 5,000.00 Taxes Due: $ 8,857.78 - Adjudicated for 1991 taxes Bids Received: 11/20/2019 High Bidder: Greg Hudson $100.00 Intended Use: Keep clean 92. 19-01159 Lot: 16 & 17, Square 27 Subdivision: Fortune Applicant: Anthony C. Allen, Sr. Address: Paige Street Metro Council District: 5 - Green Initial Bid Amount $ 200.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 1,310.00 Appraised Value: $ 5,000.00 Taxes Due: $ 4,412.87 - Adjudicated for 1988 taxes Bids Received: 11/20/2019 High Bidder: Anthony C. Allen, Sr. $200.00 Intended Use: Add to my property 93. 19-01264 Lot: 7, Square 206 Subdivision: Istrouma Applicant: Irma/Whitney Tyler Address: Tuscarrora Street-MOW TO OWN Metro Council District: 10 - Wicker Initial Bid Amount $ 100.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 605.00 Appraised Value: $ N/A - MOW TO OWN Taxes Due: $ 2,241.46 94. 19-01265 Lot: 12 Subdivision: Sable Chase Applicant: Gardere Capital Investments, LLC Address: Gardere Lane-MOW TO OWN Metro Council District: 3 - Loupe Initial Bid Amount $ 500.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 425.00 Appraised Value: $ N/A - MOW TO OWN Taxes Due: $ Not available at this time
ADMINISTRATIVE MATTERS ADMINISTRATIVE MATTER INTRODUCTIONS ADMINISTRATIVE MATTER ITEMS A. 19-01347 Rescinding and directing the Clerk of Court to cancel the Decision and Order recorded on September 13, 2019 at Original 196 of Bundle 12981 in the matter of "City of Baton Rouge vs. Felicia D. Williams and Nicholas Jordan" - Condemnation Proceeding No. 10067 (1469 Monte Sano Avenue, Lot 34, Square 60, Monte Sano Highland Farms Subdivision). Reason for rescission: The property owner has a purchaser for the property now and needs clear title for the purchaser to buy it. By Councilwoman Tara Wicker. Reason for administrative matter: The property owner has a purchaser for the property now and needs clear title for the purchaser to buy it. Supporting Documentation
APPOINTMENTS 19-01340 VISIT BATON ROUGE: Consideration of replacing Mark Drennan, whose term expires on December 31, 2019, effective January 1, 2020. This appointment is a three (3) year term. (Arts Council Representative) Current Ballot Adrienne Moore Visit BR Arts Council
19-01341 VISIT BATON ROUGE Consideration of replacing Flynn Foster, whose term expires on December 31, 2019, effective January 1, 2020. This appointment is a three (3) year term. (BRAC Representative) Current Ballot Kim Ginn Kim Ginn Visit BR BRAC
19-01342 VISIT BATON ROUGE: Consideration of reappointing or replacing Mary Stein whose term expires on December 31, 2019, effective January 1, 2020. This appointment is a three (3) year term. (Council Appointment) Current Ballot Mary Stein (requested reappointment) Frederick Thomas (online application submitted)
FINAL ACCEPTANCES 98. 19-01284 Parish Prison Boiler Replacement Project Number: 18-ASC-CP-1134 Account Number: 4600-3000-20-3020-0000-0000-000000-654100 Council Award Date: 11/28/2018 Contractor: Blanchard Mechanical Contractors, Inc. Estimated Cost: $ 300,000.00 Contract Amount: $ 203,000.00 Total Change Orders: (None): $ None Final Cost: $ 203,000.00 Days Allocated: 125 Days Used: 125 Liquidated Damages: $ None Cover Letter Other 99. 19-01329 Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport Cell Phone Lot/Viewing Area Project Number: N/A Account Number: 5821-0900-00-0910-0920-0000-000000-653000-A0098 E 9800000098-5821000000-0000000000-653100 Council Award Date: 4/10/2019 Contractor: Kort's Construction Estimated Cost: $ 425,000.00 Contract Amount: $ 522,386.00 Total Change Orders: (): $ Final Cost: $ 522,386.00 Days Allocated: 120 Days Used: 119 Liquidated Damages: $ None Cover Letter
100. 19-01283 Main Central Plant Boiler Replacement Project: 19-ASC-CP-1196 Account: 1000-7800-10-7830-7832-0000-000000-647200-40000 Estimate: $400,200.00 *Local **In State *Bob Bernhard & Associates Mechanical, LLC $ 567,200.00 **Blanchard Mechanical Contractors, Inc. $ 626,000.00 **Gallo Mechanical, L.L.C. $ 627,000.00 *Airtrol, Inc. $ 758,500.00 **Calcasieu Mechanical Contractors, Inc. $ 1,223,000.00 Cover Letter Other 101. 19-01305 Sullivan Road (Drainage Outfall) Project: 16-DR-HC-0005 Account: 9217100008-4360-00006-0000000000-653100 Estimate: $325,000.00 *Local **In State **KCR Contractors, L.L.C. $ 259,173.80 *Industrial Enterprises Inc. $ 269,124.45 *Hendrick Construction, Inc. $ 269,864.46 **Gulf States Services, LLC $ 291,600.00 *Grady Crawford Construction Co. Inc. $ 294,710.00 **Command Construction Industries, LLC $ 298,919.00 *Boone Services, L.L.C. $ 320,000.00 **Richard Price Contracting Co., LLC $ 335,105.00 **La Contracting Enterprise, L.L.C. $ 343,259.00 ERS, INC. $ 453,180.00 Low Bid Document
OTHER ITEMS TO BE ADOPTED (EMERGENCY) 19-01343 Requesting that the Public Service Commission not to approve the sale of any private sewer treatment plants in East Baton Rouge Parish that would result in any entity other than the Public Service Commission being the rate setting agency for private treatment plants in East Baton Rouge Parish. By Councilman Trae Welch. Reason for emergency: There will be action soon from the PSC on sale of private treatment plants. Cover Letter
OTHER ITEMS 19-01263 Receiving a combined report from MARC and Baum Environmental Services on the business plan, operation, and sustainability for the tire shredder program for East Baton Rouge Parish. By Councilwoman Chauna Banks. Legislation CEA for tire shredder
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