Presentations and Special Recognitions
Presentations and Special Recognitions
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Adoption and Approval of Minutes
19-01477 Approval and adoption of minutes of the Metropolitan Council Special Meeting of December 10, 2019 and the Metropolitan Council Meeting of December 11, 2019. By Council Administrator/Treasurer.
SECTION 2.12 INTRODUCTIONS 2. 19-01471 Consideration of the Industrial Tax Exemption application 20190085-ITE submitted by Etheredge Electrical LLC for a project located in East Baton Roue Parish. By Council Administrator/Treasurer. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on January 22, 2020 letter from LED applicaiton contract 3. 19-01472 Granting a renewal of a five year property tax abatement estimated at $145,929 per year for WN Towers located at 440 Third Street. This application is referred by Louisiana Economic Development Restoration Tax Abatement Program to the City of Baton Rouge as RTA application #2013-0290 for the purpose of encouraging private investment and restoration of property. By Planning Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on January 22, 2020 Cover Memo Abatement Estimate Worksheet Draft Legislation 4. 19-01473 A resolution approving the calling of an election by the East Side Fire Protection District No. 5, Parish of East Baton Rouge, State of Louisiana, on May 9, 2020, for the purpose of authorizing the levy and collection of a 6.50 mills ad valorem tax on all property subject to taxation within the boundaries of the East Side Fire Protection District No. 5, for a period of ten (10) years, commencing with and including the tax collection for the year 2020, and annually thereafter to and including the year 2029, to provide funds to be used for costs and expenses related to hiring and employing firefighters and personnel, their benefits, and the purchase, development, operation, and maintenance of District equipment, facilities, and property, and paying the charges and costs of water for fire protection purposes, including fire hydrant rentals and service, within the District. By Bond Counsel Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on January 22, 2020 Cover Letter Cover Letter 5. -00024 Authorizing settlement of the matter entitled "Malcolm Turner, et al vs. Glynn Averette, et al," Suit No. 625,700, on the docket of the 19th Judicial District Court, in the amount of $650,000, plus court costs in the amount of $1,300.00, for a total amount of $651,300.00; and appropriating $651,300.00 for such purpose. *This matter may be discussed in Executive Session. (Attorney of record is William Tyler Downing of the Law Offices of Spencer H. Calahan, LLC). By Parish Attorney. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on January 22, 2020 Supporting Documentation to be hand delivered. 6. -00032 Providing for the extension of the city limits of the City of Baton Rouge and inclusion of the area described in the petition for annexation submitted by Two Sisters of Baton Rouge, LLC in accordance with La. R.S. 33:172(A)(1)(a) and Section 1.09 of the Plan of Government. By Council Administrator/Treasurer. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on January 22, 2020 Two Sisters Petition for Annexation 7. -00033 A resolution approving an annual payment in lieu of tax to the Sheriff of East Baton Rouge Parish in an amount not to exceed the current property tax payment of $583.20 in accordance with a memorandum of understanding between the Capital Area Finance Authority and Renaissance Neighborhood Development Corporation. By Councilwoman Tara Wicker. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on January 22, 2020 Proposed resolution Map tax assessment proposed site plan CONDEMNATION INTRODUCTIONS 8. -00012 Tonya N. Day 21042 Jon Michelle Drive, Lot 60 Shadow Oaks Estates Subdivision - Council District 1 - Welch Introduce for public hearing/meeting on January 22, 2020 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 9. -00013 Catherine Ballard Collins 21357 Jon Michelle Drive, Lot 27 Shadow Oaks Estates Subdivision - Council District 1 - Welch Introduce for public hearing/meeting on January 22, 2020 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 10. -00014 Peggy Hairston Robinson and Leonard A. Robinson 2850 77th Avenue, Lots 594 & 595 Southern Heights Subdivision - Council District 2 - Banks Introduce for public hearing/meeting on January 22, 2020 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 11. -00015 Roosevelt Walker and Bunnitine Stewart Walker 7121 Poinsettia Drive, Lot 14 Fairlane Subdivision - Council District 5 - Green Introduce for public hearing/meeting on January 22, 2020 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 12. -00016 Brian Smith 7588 Poinsettia Drive, Lot 310 Greendale Subdivision, 2nd Filing - Council District 5 - Green Introduce for public hearing/meeting on January 22, 2020 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 13. -00017 James E. Hines, III 2149 North Foster Drive, Lot 3, Square 3 East Fairfields Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole Introduce for public hearing/meeting on January 22, 2020 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 14. -00018 Provincial Properties, LLC 2127 Sherwood Meadow Drive, Lot 9 Sherwood Meadow Subdivision - Council District 8 - Amoroso Introduce for public hearing/meeting on January 22, 2020 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 15. -00019 Homer's Four, LLC 633 University Walk, Lot 19 PT (East ½ of Lot 19), Square 42 Spanish Town Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker Introduce for public hearing/meeting on January 22, 2020 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 16. -00020 The Estate of Ada W. Jackson and the Estate of Juanita J. Triplett 5084 Fairfields Avenue, Lot 28, Square 11 East Fairfields Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole Introduce for public hearing/meeting on January 22, 2020 Picture Picture Inspector's Report OTHER INTRODUCTIONS 17. 19-01469 Rescinding and directing the Clerk of Court to cancel the Decision and Order recorded on December 14, 2018 at Original 848 of Bundle 12930 in the matter of "City of Baton Rouge vs. Solomon Elwood Thames" - Condemnation Proceeding No. 9984 (1528 San Jauquin Drive (Rear Shed Only), Lot 236, Villa Del Rey Subdivision). Reason for rescission: The shed was repaired. By Councilwoman Donna Collins-Lewis. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on January 22, 2020 Supporting Documentation 18. 19-01470 Rescinding and cancelling the Decision and Order issued on December 12, 2019, in the matter of "City of Baton Rouge v. Christopher Robins" - Condemnation Proceeding No. 10084 (785 North 44th St., Lot 17, Sq. 45, Greenville Extension Subdivision). By Councilman LaMont Cole. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on January 22, 2020 Supporting Documentation 19. 19-01474 Rescinding and directing the Clerk of Court to cancel the Decision and Order recorded on November 27, 2019 at Original 506 of Bundle 12996 in the matter of "City of Baton Rouge vs. Eugene Weathersby, Jr." - Condemnation Proceeding No. 10082 (3145 Vancouver Drive, Lot 137, Village Cote Subdivision (2nd Filing)). Reason for rescission: The property owner is selling the property. By Councilman Scott Wilson. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on January 22, 2020 Supporting Documentation 20. 19-01475 Authorizing the Mayor-President to amend that certain contract for professional legal services with Baller Stokes & Lide, PC so as to increase the allowable compensation to $47,500.00 and extend the term to June 30, 2020. By Parish Attorney. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on January 22, 2020 Draft - Resolution Contract 21. 19-01479 Authorizing the Mayor-President, on behalf of Buildings and Grounds to execute an agreement to the 2020 Annual Operating Budget with Core Electrical Contractors LLC contract #800001606,#A18-0870, Electrical Maintenance and Repair Group #2 Light Commercial Electrician for various City-Parish buildings in the amount of $250,000.00 at the next Metropolitan Council Meeting. By Buildings and Grounds Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on January 22, 2020 Cover Letter 22. -00002 Authorizing settlement of the matter entitled "Charles Lloyd and Chelsea Ellington vs. City of Baton Rouge, et al," Suit No. C669,841 on the docket of the 19th Judicial District Court, in the amount of $37,593.02, plus court costs in the amount of $74.00, for a total amount of $37,667.02, 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 Farah F. Gheith from the Law Offices of Spencer Calahan, L.L.C.). By Parish Attorney. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on January 22, 2020 Supporting Documentation to be hand delivered. 23. -00003 Authorize the Mayor-President to execute Supplemental Agreement No. 3 to the contract with Sigma Consulting Group, Inc., for preliminary engineering services associated with MOVEBR Capacity Project Hooper Road (LA 408) Blackwater-Joor, being City-Parish Project No. 12-CS-HC-0017, in an amount not to exceed $743,116.14. By Transportation and Drainage Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on January 22, 2020 Council Backup Memo 24. -00004 Authorize the Mayor –President to execute a contract for professional engineering services with WTAA Engineers, LLC to provide for the design of the Appomattox Avenue Sidewalk Improvements, being City-Parish Project 17-SW-HC-0004, and the Shenandoah Avenue Sidewalk Improvements, being City-Parish Project 17-SW-HC- 0005, in an amount not to exceed $23,305.66 (Account No. 9227100026 ($11,652.83), 9227100027 ($11,652.839217100012-4360-00006-00000000-65324). By Transportation and Drainage Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on January 22, 2020 Council Backup Memo 25. -00007 Authorization for the Mayor-President and/or Chairman of the Airport Commission to execute a contract with Weyerhaeuser NR Company to purchase 2.5 acres of mitigation credits as required for the US Army Corps of Engineers (USACOE) Permit No. MVN-2018-00373-CE for Phase I of the Runway 13/31 Safety Area/RPZ Improvements Project in an amount not to exceed $137,500.00 (Account No. 5821- 0900-30-0910-0918-0000-000000-653000-A0096 E 9800000096-5821000000- 0000000000-653100). By Aviation Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on January 22, 2020 Cover Letter 26. -00008 Authorization for the Mayor-President and/or Chairman of the Airport Commission to execute a lease agreement with Roadrunner Towing & Recovery to lease 3.22 acres of land and a 12,000 sq. ft. office building located at 9101 Veterans Memorial Blvd. for a period of five (5) years, with one (1) five (5) year mutual option to renew at a rental rate of $44,260.59 per year /$3,688.38 per month. By Aviation Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on January 22, 2020 Cover Letter 27. -00009 Authorize the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute a contract for engineering services with Manchac Consulting Group, Inc. in connection with the SWWTP Solids Handling Upgrade project for a fee not to exceed $149,152.38 (Account No. 80502- 5110000003-NCDPSTP006-653250). By Environmental Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on January 22, 2020 Council Memo 28. -00010 Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement (CEA) with the Board of Supervisors of Louisiana State University and Agricultural and Mechanical College (LSU), Recreation and Parks Commission of East Baton Rouge (BREC) and University Lakes, LLC (UL), the sole member of which the LSU Real Estate and Facilities Foundation (REFF), an affiliated entity of the LSU Foundation, to provide for the initial design and construction services on the future lake projects. By Transportation and Drainage Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on January 22, 2020 Council Backup Memo 29. -00011 Authorizing the Baton Rouge City Constable's Office to accept funds received from the Louisiana Commission on Law Enforcement in the amount of seventy-five thousand, six hundred fifty-seven dollars ($75,657.00). Funds to be utilized for the Drug Abuse Resistance Education (D.A.R.E.) Program in the East Baton Rouge Parish Schools. The execution of this agreement shall be subject to and contingent upon review and final approval by the Grants Review Committee and the Office of the Parish Attorney. By Constable. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on January 22, 2020 Application Signed Award Letter 30. -00025 Authorizing settlement of the matter entitled "Joshua Day v. Shedrick Hawkins, et al," Suit No. C638,722 on the docket of the 19th Judicial District Court, in the amount of $45,000.00, plus court costs in the amount of $402.97, for a total amount of $45,402.97, 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 Nelson Mayer, IV of Valteau, Harris, Koenig & Mayer). By Parish Attorney. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on January 22, 2020 Supporting Documentation to be hand delivered. 31. -00026 Authorizing the Mayor-President, on behalf of the Division of Human Development and Services/ East Baton Rouge Parish Head Start Program to enter into a contract with the Management Institute in the amount of $25,500.00 to provide ongoing Training and Technical Assistance to the Head Start Program in alignment with Federal Performance Standards and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By Human Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on January 22, 2020 Cover Letter 32. -00027 Authorizing settlement of the matter entitled "Hope McCorkle v. BREC, et al,," Suit No. C653,443, on the docket of the 19th Judicial District Court, in the amount of $20,000.00, plus court costs in the amount of $430.00, for a total amount of $20,430.00, 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. (Attorney of record is Charles Thomas of Huber, Thomas, and Marcelle). By Parish Attorney. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on January 22, 2020 Supporting Documentation to be hand delivered. 33. -00028 Authorizing the Mayor-President to enter into a professional services agreement on behalf of the Local Workforce Development Board Area 21 (LWDA 21) with Eckerd Connect with initial term to begin February 1, 2020 through June 30, 2020. Agreement is renewable for up to three years upon successful contractual performance in an amount not to exceed $346,000 terminating July 30, 2023 and authorizing the Mayor-President signing of all documents connected therewith. By WIOA Chief Administrator. By WIOA Chief Administrator. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on January 22, 2020 34. -00029 Authorizing the Mayor-President to amend an agreement with Nearmap US Inc. in the amount of $81,013.80 for aerial imagery of East Baton Rouge Parish. Said agreement shall be approved by the Office of the Parish Attorney as to form and legality. By Director of Information Services. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on January 22, 2020 Cover Letter
35. 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 This item was deferred from December 11, 2019 Picture Picture Inspector's Report Picture Picture Picture Picture Picture 36. 19-01432 Lila Gray Horton 366 Old Rafe Mayer Road (2 Rear Sheds), Lot 54 Shady Acres Subdivision - Council District 2 - Banks Picture Picture Inspector's Report 37. 19-01433 Frank Bell 414 Old Rafe Mayer Road, Lot 56 Shady Acres Subdivision - Council District 2 - Banks Picture Picture Inspector's Report 39. 19-01435 Jeanette Cowan Wilson 1148 North 48th Street, Lot 7, Square 51 Greenville Extension Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole Picture Picture Inspector's Report 41. 19-01437 Collis B. Temple, Jr. and Soundra T. Johnson 742 North 18th Street, Lot 7, Square 26 Gracie Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker Picture Picture Inspector's Report
PUBLIC HEARING / MEETING 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. This item was deferred from November 26, 2019 Legislation Cover Letter
19-01346 Providing for the extension of the city limits of the City of Baton Rouge and inclusion of the area described in the petition for annexation submitted by 8555 United Plaza, LLC, Stirling United Plaza Boulevard, LLC, Stirling One United Plaza, LLC, Stirling Two United Plaza, LLC, Stirling Eight United Plaza, LLC, Stirling Twelve United Plaza, LLC, and Louisiana School Employees’ Retirement System in accordance with La. R.S. 33:172(A)(1)(a) and Section 1.09 of the Plan of Government. By Council Administrator/Treasurer. Legislation United Plaza Amended Petition for annexation
19-01430 Providing for the extension of the city limits of the City of Baton Rouge and inclusion of the area described in the petition for annexation submitted by Stirling United Plaza Boulevard, LLC, and Turner Industries Group, LLC in accordance with La. R.S. 33:172(A)(1)(a) and Section 1.09 of the Plan of Government. By Council Administrator/Treasurer. Legislation petition for annexation
19-01350 Rescinding Resolution 54479 which authorized the Mayor-President or Interim Director of Mosquito Abatement and Rodent Control to enter a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with Baum Environmental Group, Inc. for the operation of a waste tire shredder and associated facilities in East Baton Rouge Parish; and terminating any agreement that has been executed. By Councilwoman Chauna Banks. Legislation memo to council
19-01351 Rescinding and directing the Clerk of Court to cancel the Decision and Order recorded on October 25, 2019 at Original 061 of Bundle 12990 in the matter of "City of Baton Rouge vs. Loyetta Z. Collins" - Condemnation Proceeding No. 10072 (2769 Cedar Avenue, Lot 7, Square 10, Standard Heights Subdivision). Reason for rescission: The homeowner would like to renovate the property and live in it. By Councilwoman Tara Wicker. Legislation Supporting Documentation
19-01352 Rescinding and directing the Clerk of Court to cancel the Decision and Order recorded on May 16, 2017 at Original 510 of Bundle 12813 in the matter of "City of Baton Rouge vs. West Chimes Place, LLC" - Condemnation Proceeding No. 9712 (2863 Thomas Delpit Drive, Lot 32, Square 46, South Baton Rouge Subdivision). Reason for rescission: The property was purchased by a new owner. By Councilwoman Tara Wicker. Legislation Supporting Documentation
19-01439 Authorizing settlement of the matter entitled "James Webb v. City of Baton Rouge, et al," Suit No. C635,173, on the docket of the 19th Judicial District Court, in the amount of $97,500.00, plus court costs in the amount of $149.00, for a total amount of $97,649.00; and appropriating $97,649.00 for such purpose. *This matter may be discussed in Executive Session. (Attorney of record is Jarvis M. Antwine of the Antwine Law Firm, LLC). By Parish Attorney. Legislation Supporting Documentation to be hand delivered.
19-01431 Rescinding and directing the Clerk of Court to cancel the Decision and Order recorded on May 10, 2019 at Original 939 of Bundle 12956 in the matter of "City of Baton Rouge vs. Marvin E. Morgan" - Condemnation Proceeding No. 10037 (2281 Capri Drive, Lot 795, Villa Del Rey Subdivision (8th Filing)). Reason for rescission: The property was purchased by a new owner. By Councilwoman Donna Collins-Lewis. Legislation Supporting Documentation
19-01374 Amending Title 1 (Municipal and Parish Organization), Chapter 4 (Regulation of Departments), Part III (Division of Purchasing), Section 1:702 (Authority for Contract Awards), so as to increase the threshold for Council approval on professional services contracts. By Councilwoman Donna Collins-Lewis. Legislation Draft - Ordinance
19-01362 Authorizing the Mayor-President on behalf of Baton Rouge City Court to accept a grant award from the National League of Cities (NLC) for the purpose of conducting an assessment of the impact of municipal fines and fees on residents as parts of NLC’s Cities Addressing Fines and Fees Equitably (CAFEE) initiative between July 1, 2019 through May 29, 2020, and further authorizing Clerk of Court/Judicial Administrator of Baton Rouge City Court execute all related grant documents in connection therewith at the appropriate time. The grant program total is in an amount up to $30,000.00 with no matching funds required. By Clerk of Court/Judicial Administrator. Legislation Cover Letter Application Other
19-01375 Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute Supplemental Agreement No. 1 to the contract with Merge Engineering, LLC, for Architectural Design Services in connection with the River Center E-W Parking Garage Lighting Renovations, being City-Parish Project No. 19-ASD-CP-1161, in an amount not to exceed $1,500.00. (Account No. 5700-7000-10-7050-0000-0000-000000-643500). By Buildings and Grounds Director. Legislation Cover Letter Contract
54. 19-01403 Authorizing the Mayor-President to enter into lease agreement on behalf of the Division of Human Development and Services/EBRP Head Start Program, with Mt. Pilgrim Baptist Church, for the facility located at 9700 Scenic Highway, in the amount of $6,079.59 monthly January through May and $2,664.59 for the month of June and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. The contract shall not exceed $33,062.54 for the period of January 1, 2020 thru June 30, 2020. By Human Services Director. Legislation Cover Letter 55. 19-01404 Authorizing the Mayor-President to enter into lease agreement on behalf of the Division of Human Development and Services/EBRP Head Start Program, with M&J Company, LLC, for the facility located at 7315 Exchange Place, in the amount of $4,600.00 monthly January through May and $700.00 for the month of June and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. The contract shall not exceed $23,700.00 for the period of January 1, 2020 thru June 30, 2020. By Human Services Director. Legislation Cover Letter 56. 19-01405 Authorizing the Mayor-President to enter into lease agreement on behalf of the Division of Human Development and Services/EBRP Head Start Program, with Glen Oaks Baptist Church, for the facility located at 7200 Maplewood Drive, in the amount of $4,755.67 monthly for a period of January through June and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. The contract shall not exceed $28,534.02 for the period of January 1, 2020 thru June 30, 2020. By Human Services Director. Legislation Cover Letter
57. 19-01406 Authorizing the Mayor-President, on behalf of the Division of Human Development and Services/East Baton Rouge Parish Head Start Program to enter into contract with E&E Bus Service, LLC for two buses in an amount of $1,049.00 per bus plus $1.65 per mile, for transportation services for the East Baton Rouge Parish Head Start Program; and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. The contract shall not exceed $25,000.00 for the period of January 1, 2020 thru May 31, 2020. By Human Services Director. Legislation Cover Letter 58. 19-01407 Authorizing the Mayor-President, on behalf of the Division of Human Development and Services/East Baton Rouge Parish Head Start Program to enter into contract with Almo Barker , Barker's Bus Service for two buses in an amount of $1,049.00 per bus plus $1.65 per mile for transportation services for the East Baton Rouge Parish Head Start Program; and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. The contract shall not exceed $27,700.00 for the period of January 1, 2020 thru May 31, 2020. By Human Services Director. Legislation Cover Letter
19-01420 Authoring the Mayor-President to execute an approval of authorization for the Director of Transportation and Drainage to provide the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development with the City of Baton Rouge and Parish of East Baton Rouge proposed Federal Off-System Highway Bridge Program for the 2019- 2021 federal fiscal years, and to agree to certain stipulations required by the LADOTD as prerequisites to participation in the Off-System Bridge Replacement Program. By Transportation and Drainage Director. Legislation Council Backup Memo
19-01421 Authorize the Mayor-President to execute Supplemental Agreement No. 2 to the contract with Forte & Tablada, Inc., for engineering and land surveying services associated with MOVEBR Project Nicholson Drive (LA 30) Segment 1, being City-Parish Project No. 08-CS-HC-0035, State Project (DOTD) No. H.002825, in an amount not to exceed $200,972.50. By Transportation and Drainage Director. Legislation Council Backup Memo
19-01422 Authorize the Mayor-President to execute Supplemental Agreement No. 8 to the contract with Evans-Graves Engineers, Inc., for engineering services associated with MOVEBR Capacity Project Mall of Louisiana Boulevard, formerly Picardy-Perkins Connector, being City-Parish Project No. 12-CS-HC-0043, in an amount not to exceed $131,642.69. Contract Number 800000657. By Transportation and Drainage Director. Legislation Council Backup Memo
19-01428 Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a Professional Service Agreement with Margaret “Meg” Sheats to provide construction inspection services for State and Federal Aid Projects under the administration of the Department of Transportation and Drainage in an amount not to exceed $62,500. By Transportation and Drainage Director. Legislation Council Backup Document
ADJUDICATED PROPERTIES 63. 19-01377 Lot: 224 Subdivision: Bird Station Applicant: Oliver Alexander-MOW TO OWN Address: Ritterman Avenue Metro Council District: 7 - Cole Initial Bid Amount $ 100.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 200.00 Appraised Value: $ N/A - MOW TO OWN Taxes Due: $ Unknown at this time 64. 19-01378 Lot: 17-A-1 & 20-A-1 Subdivision: Forest Square Applicant: Hill Properties, LLC -MOW TO OWN Address: Stan Avenue Metro Council District: 6 - Collins-Lewis Initial Bid Amount $ 100.00 per lot Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 200.00 per lot Appraised Value: $ N/A - MOW TO OWN Taxes Due: $ Unknown at this time
APPOINTMENTS 19-01207 HOUSING AUTHORITY OF EAST BATON ROUGE PARISH Consideration of replacing Helena Cunningham who has resigned. This term will expire on July 23, 2023. Current Ballot Frederick Thomas (application received) This item was deferred from November 13, 2019
19-01449 GREATER BATON ROUGE AIRPORT DISTRICT-BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Consideration of replacing Kelly Balfour, he is not seeking reappointment. The term expires on January 1, 2020, effective January 2, 2020. This is a five (5) year term. Current Ballot Scott Hensgens Kizzy Payton This item was deferred from December 11, 2019
19-01450 GREATER BATON ROUGE AIRPORT DISTRICT-BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Consideration of replacing James Ellis, he is not seeking reappointment. The term expires on January 1, 2020, effective January 2, 2020. This is a five (5) year term Current Ballot William Profita Cedric Upshaw This item was deferred from December 11, 2019
19-01453 RECREATION AND PARK COMMISSION (BREC) Recommending a replacement for Larry Selders, (term limited and not eligible to serve another term) This is a three (3) year term. Current Ballot Gary Chambers William Scheffy This item was deferred from December 11, 2019
19-01461 VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT - ALSEN-ST. IRMA LEE: Consideration of replacing Ceola Beauchamp, she is not seeking reappointment. The term expires on January 1, 2020, effective January 2, 2020. This is a two (2) year term. (Must live in the district) Current Ballot This item was deferred from December 11, 2019
19-01464 VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT - ALSEN-ST. IRMA LEE: Consideration of reappointing or replacing Bettie Jefferson whose term expires on January 1, 2020, effective January 2, 2020. This appointment is a two (2) year term. (Must live in the district). Current Ballot Bettie Jefferson -requested reappointment This item was deferred from December 11, 2019
71. -00030 CAPITAL AREA TRANSIT SYSTEM - (CATS) Consideration of reappointing or replacing Kahli Cohran, whose term expired on December 31, 2019, effective January 1, 2020. This is a three (3) year term. Current Ballot Maya Bennett Tammy Brown Kahli Cohran (Received letter requesting reappointment) Dr. Damien D. Ejigiri Johnathan Hill Kevin O’Gorma (Sent letter requesting reappointment) 72. -00031 CAPITAL AREA TRANSIT SYSTEM - (CATS) Consideration of reappointing or replacing Kevin O’Gorma, whose term expired on December 31, 2019, effective January 1, 2020. This is a three (3) year term. (9 votes required) Current Ballot Maya Bennett Tammy Brown Kahli Cohran (Received letter requesting reappointment) Dr. Damien D. Ejigiri Johnathan Hill Kevin O’Gorma (Sent letter requesting reappointment)
CHANGE ORDERS 19-01478 Chaneyville Volunteer Fire Station 42 - Phase 1 Project Number: 18-ASC-CP-1108 Original Estimated Cost: $ 250,000.00 Purchase Order Number: 800001347 Account Number: 4610-1000-20-1007-0000-YR13-000000-652000-92001 Council Award Date: 8/8/2018 Contractor: The Luster Group, LLC Change Order Number: 2 Change Order Amount: $ 25,171.00 Original Contract Amount: $ 229,000.00 Net Previous Changes: $ 142,574.39 New Contract Amount: $ 396,745.39 Description: To install a transfer switch and power to door operators. Installation of additional fill, erosion control and sod, as well as additional electrical items and other components and labor needed to complete the erection of the existing metal building that was left over from the previously canceled project. Add 168 calendar days to contract time for additional work and weather delays. Why Required: Power to the door operators that were requested by the user agency. Additional fill and erosion control were required to stabilize the foundation due to existing conditions of the site. Additional components and labor required to complete the erection of the existing metal building that has sat out for over a year. Additional contract time required due to changes in scope of work; also while alternate corrective stabilization measures were being designed, review and issued along with weather delays. Cover Letter Other
ACCEPTANCE OF LOW BIDS 74. 19-01379 Janitorial Services for the Louisiana 19th JDC District Courthouse Building located at 300 North Blvd. Project: A19-0418 Account: 1000-2500-10-2500-0000-0000-000000-642200 Estimate: *Local **In State *Primero Services, Inc. DBA Service Master Elite Cleaning Service $ 240,233.36 *Empire Janitorial Sales & Services $ 267,688.61 *A Touch of Steam $ 285,992.10 *OOK Janitorial Service $ 294,457.46 *Bell's Janitorial Service $ 305,058.24 *Elite Professional Cleaning Service, LLC $ 422,886.99 *Enmon Enterprises, LLC DBA Jani King $ 453,774.13 * Expert Maintenance & Construction Service $ 528,135.90 *Advance Office Care, LLC $ 197,792.14 (nonresponsive) *Lewis Pressure Washing & Deep Cleaning $ 190,661.40 (nonresponsive) This item was deferred from December 11, 2019 Legislation Cover Letter Agency Approval of Bids Bid Tabulation Sheet 75. 19-01476 Temporary Labor Services for Building Maintenance & Constructions for Various City Parish Buildings. Project: A19-90900 Account: 1000-7800-10-7830-0000-0000-000000-643500 Estimate: *Local **In State **Cabildo Staffing, LLC $ 157,780.00 Octagon Consulting, LLC $ 190,552.00 Cover Letter Bid Tabulation Sheet Agency Approval of Bids 2019 Annual Operating Budget 76. -00005 Sara Parkway Drainage Repair (Lateral to Monte Sano Bayou at Sara Parkway) Project: 17-DR-LA-0019 Account: 2800-6100-70-6120-6101-YR17-000000-643500-61001 2800-6100-70-6120-6101- YR18-000000-643500-61001 Estimate: $400,000.00 *Local **In State **KCR Contractors, L.L.C. $ 467,849.66 *Industrial Enterprises Inc. $ 573,735.81 *Boone Services, L.L.C. $ 620,341.00 Low Bid Document 77. -00006 Sales Tax Street and Road Rehabilitation Program Project (16-14) Central, Jones, Monte Sano, N. Bourgeouis, Sherwood, Beechwood, Victoria, Maribel, Lanier, Harry Drive Project: 19-AO-ST-0016 Account: 9237100067-2341 00001-190AO0ST16-647100 Estimate: $2,069,495.00 *Local **In State *Barber Brothers Contractors Company, LLC $ 2,084,152.84 **R. J. Daigle & Sons Contractors, Inc. $ 2,201,946.22 **Barriere Constructions Company, LLC $ 2,428,090.55 Low Bid Document
OTHER ITEMS 19-01349 Receiving a comprehensive year-end report from CorrectHealth to include a review of any and all services rendered to the East Baton Rouge Parish Prison during 2019. By Councilwoman Chauna Banks. Legislation Supporting Documentation
ADJOURNMENT
Jan 08, 2020 Metropolitan Council
Presentations and Special Recognitions
Presentations and Special Recognitions
CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL INVOCATION PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Adoption and Approval of Minutes
19-01477 Approval and adoption of minutes of the Metropolitan Council Special Meeting of December 10, 2019 and the Metropolitan Council Meeting of December 11, 2019. By Council Administrator/Treasurer.
SECTION 2.12 INTRODUCTIONS 2. 19-01471 Consideration of the Industrial Tax Exemption application 20190085-ITE submitted by Etheredge Electrical LLC for a project located in East Baton Roue Parish. By Council Administrator/Treasurer. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on January 22, 2020 letter from LED applicaiton contract 3. 19-01472 Granting a renewal of a five year property tax abatement estimated at $145,929 per year for WN Towers located at 440 Third Street. This application is referred by Louisiana Economic Development Restoration Tax Abatement Program to the City of Baton Rouge as RTA application #2013-0290 for the purpose of encouraging private investment and restoration of property. By Planning Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on January 22, 2020 Cover Memo Abatement Estimate Worksheet Draft Legislation 4. 19-01473 A resolution approving the calling of an election by the East Side Fire Protection District No. 5, Parish of East Baton Rouge, State of Louisiana, on May 9, 2020, for the purpose of authorizing the levy and collection of a 6.50 mills ad valorem tax on all property subject to taxation within the boundaries of the East Side Fire Protection District No. 5, for a period of ten (10) years, commencing with and including the tax collection for the year 2020, and annually thereafter to and including the year 2029, to provide funds to be used for costs and expenses related to hiring and employing firefighters and personnel, their benefits, and the purchase, development, operation, and maintenance of District equipment, facilities, and property, and paying the charges and costs of water for fire protection purposes, including fire hydrant rentals and service, within the District. By Bond Counsel Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on January 22, 2020 Cover Letter Cover Letter 5. -00024 Authorizing settlement of the matter entitled "Malcolm Turner, et al vs. Glynn Averette, et al," Suit No. 625,700, on the docket of the 19th Judicial District Court, in the amount of $650,000, plus court costs in the amount of $1,300.00, for a total amount of $651,300.00; and appropriating $651,300.00 for such purpose. *This matter may be discussed in Executive Session. (Attorney of record is William Tyler Downing of the Law Offices of Spencer H. Calahan, LLC). By Parish Attorney. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on January 22, 2020 Supporting Documentation to be hand delivered. 6. -00032 Providing for the extension of the city limits of the City of Baton Rouge and inclusion of the area described in the petition for annexation submitted by Two Sisters of Baton Rouge, LLC in accordance with La. R.S. 33:172(A)(1)(a) and Section 1.09 of the Plan of Government. By Council Administrator/Treasurer. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on January 22, 2020 Two Sisters Petition for Annexation 7. -00033 A resolution approving an annual payment in lieu of tax to the Sheriff of East Baton Rouge Parish in an amount not to exceed the current property tax payment of $583.20 in accordance with a memorandum of understanding between the Capital Area Finance Authority and Renaissance Neighborhood Development Corporation. By Councilwoman Tara Wicker. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on January 22, 2020 Proposed resolution Map tax assessment proposed site plan CONDEMNATION INTRODUCTIONS 8. -00012 Tonya N. Day 21042 Jon Michelle Drive, Lot 60 Shadow Oaks Estates Subdivision - Council District 1 - Welch Introduce for public hearing/meeting on January 22, 2020 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 9. -00013 Catherine Ballard Collins 21357 Jon Michelle Drive, Lot 27 Shadow Oaks Estates Subdivision - Council District 1 - Welch Introduce for public hearing/meeting on January 22, 2020 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 10. -00014 Peggy Hairston Robinson and Leonard A. Robinson 2850 77th Avenue, Lots 594 & 595 Southern Heights Subdivision - Council District 2 - Banks Introduce for public hearing/meeting on January 22, 2020 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 11. -00015 Roosevelt Walker and Bunnitine Stewart Walker 7121 Poinsettia Drive, Lot 14 Fairlane Subdivision - Council District 5 - Green Introduce for public hearing/meeting on January 22, 2020 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 12. -00016 Brian Smith 7588 Poinsettia Drive, Lot 310 Greendale Subdivision, 2nd Filing - Council District 5 - Green Introduce for public hearing/meeting on January 22, 2020 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 13. -00017 James E. Hines, III 2149 North Foster Drive, Lot 3, Square 3 East Fairfields Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole Introduce for public hearing/meeting on January 22, 2020 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 14. -00018 Provincial Properties, LLC 2127 Sherwood Meadow Drive, Lot 9 Sherwood Meadow Subdivision - Council District 8 - Amoroso Introduce for public hearing/meeting on January 22, 2020 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 15. -00019 Homer's Four, LLC 633 University Walk, Lot 19 PT (East ½ of Lot 19), Square 42 Spanish Town Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker Introduce for public hearing/meeting on January 22, 2020 Picture Picture Inspector's Report 16. -00020 The Estate of Ada W. Jackson and the Estate of Juanita J. Triplett 5084 Fairfields Avenue, Lot 28, Square 11 East Fairfields Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole Introduce for public hearing/meeting on January 22, 2020 Picture Picture Inspector's Report OTHER INTRODUCTIONS 17. 19-01469 Rescinding and directing the Clerk of Court to cancel the Decision and Order recorded on December 14, 2018 at Original 848 of Bundle 12930 in the matter of "City of Baton Rouge vs. Solomon Elwood Thames" - Condemnation Proceeding No. 9984 (1528 San Jauquin Drive (Rear Shed Only), Lot 236, Villa Del Rey Subdivision). Reason for rescission: The shed was repaired. By Councilwoman Donna Collins-Lewis. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on January 22, 2020 Supporting Documentation 18. 19-01470 Rescinding and cancelling the Decision and Order issued on December 12, 2019, in the matter of "City of Baton Rouge v. Christopher Robins" - Condemnation Proceeding No. 10084 (785 North 44th St., Lot 17, Sq. 45, Greenville Extension Subdivision). By Councilman LaMont Cole. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on January 22, 2020 Supporting Documentation 19. 19-01474 Rescinding and directing the Clerk of Court to cancel the Decision and Order recorded on November 27, 2019 at Original 506 of Bundle 12996 in the matter of "City of Baton Rouge vs. Eugene Weathersby, Jr." - Condemnation Proceeding No. 10082 (3145 Vancouver Drive, Lot 137, Village Cote Subdivision (2nd Filing)). Reason for rescission: The property owner is selling the property. By Councilman Scott Wilson. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on January 22, 2020 Supporting Documentation 20. 19-01475 Authorizing the Mayor-President to amend that certain contract for professional legal services with Baller Stokes & Lide, PC so as to increase the allowable compensation to $47,500.00 and extend the term to June 30, 2020. By Parish Attorney. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on January 22, 2020 Draft - Resolution Contract 21. 19-01479 Authorizing the Mayor-President, on behalf of Buildings and Grounds to execute an agreement to the 2020 Annual Operating Budget with Core Electrical Contractors LLC contract #800001606,#A18-0870, Electrical Maintenance and Repair Group #2 Light Commercial Electrician for various City-Parish buildings in the amount of $250,000.00 at the next Metropolitan Council Meeting. By Buildings and Grounds Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on January 22, 2020 Cover Letter 22. -00002 Authorizing settlement of the matter entitled "Charles Lloyd and Chelsea Ellington vs. City of Baton Rouge, et al," Suit No. C669,841 on the docket of the 19th Judicial District Court, in the amount of $37,593.02, plus court costs in the amount of $74.00, for a total amount of $37,667.02, 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 Farah F. Gheith from the Law Offices of Spencer Calahan, L.L.C.). By Parish Attorney. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on January 22, 2020 Supporting Documentation to be hand delivered. 23. -00003 Authorize the Mayor-President to execute Supplemental Agreement No. 3 to the contract with Sigma Consulting Group, Inc., for preliminary engineering services associated with MOVEBR Capacity Project Hooper Road (LA 408) Blackwater-Joor, being City-Parish Project No. 12-CS-HC-0017, in an amount not to exceed $743,116.14. By Transportation and Drainage Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on January 22, 2020 Council Backup Memo 24. -00004 Authorize the Mayor –President to execute a contract for professional engineering services with WTAA Engineers, LLC to provide for the design of the Appomattox Avenue Sidewalk Improvements, being City-Parish Project 17-SW-HC-0004, and the Shenandoah Avenue Sidewalk Improvements, being City-Parish Project 17-SW-HC- 0005, in an amount not to exceed $23,305.66 (Account No. 9227100026 ($11,652.83), 9227100027 ($11,652.839217100012-4360-00006-00000000-65324). By Transportation and Drainage Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on January 22, 2020 Council Backup Memo 25. -00007 Authorization for the Mayor-President and/or Chairman of the Airport Commission to execute a contract with Weyerhaeuser NR Company to purchase 2.5 acres of mitigation credits as required for the US Army Corps of Engineers (USACOE) Permit No. MVN-2018-00373-CE for Phase I of the Runway 13/31 Safety Area/RPZ Improvements Project in an amount not to exceed $137,500.00 (Account No. 5821- 0900-30-0910-0918-0000-000000-653000-A0096 E 9800000096-5821000000- 0000000000-653100). By Aviation Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on January 22, 2020 Cover Letter 26. -00008 Authorization for the Mayor-President and/or Chairman of the Airport Commission to execute a lease agreement with Roadrunner Towing & Recovery to lease 3.22 acres of land and a 12,000 sq. ft. office building located at 9101 Veterans Memorial Blvd. for a period of five (5) years, with one (1) five (5) year mutual option to renew at a rental rate of $44,260.59 per year /$3,688.38 per month. By Aviation Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on January 22, 2020 Cover Letter 27. -00009 Authorize the Mayor-President and/or EBROSCO to execute a contract for engineering services with Manchac Consulting Group, Inc. in connection with the SWWTP Solids Handling Upgrade project for a fee not to exceed $149,152.38 (Account No. 80502- 5110000003-NCDPSTP006-653250). By Environmental Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on January 22, 2020 Council Memo 28. -00010 Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement (CEA) with the Board of Supervisors of Louisiana State University and Agricultural and Mechanical College (LSU), Recreation and Parks Commission of East Baton Rouge (BREC) and University Lakes, LLC (UL), the sole member of which the LSU Real Estate and Facilities Foundation (REFF), an affiliated entity of the LSU Foundation, to provide for the initial design and construction services on the future lake projects. By Transportation and Drainage Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on January 22, 2020 Council Backup Memo 29. -00011 Authorizing the Baton Rouge City Constable's Office to accept funds received from the Louisiana Commission on Law Enforcement in the amount of seventy-five thousand, six hundred fifty-seven dollars ($75,657.00). Funds to be utilized for the Drug Abuse Resistance Education (D.A.R.E.) Program in the East Baton Rouge Parish Schools. The execution of this agreement shall be subject to and contingent upon review and final approval by the Grants Review Committee and the Office of the Parish Attorney. By Constable. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on January 22, 2020 Application Signed Award Letter 30. -00025 Authorizing settlement of the matter entitled "Joshua Day v. Shedrick Hawkins, et al," Suit No. C638,722 on the docket of the 19th Judicial District Court, in the amount of $45,000.00, plus court costs in the amount of $402.97, for a total amount of $45,402.97, 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 Nelson Mayer, IV of Valteau, Harris, Koenig & Mayer). By Parish Attorney. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on January 22, 2020 Supporting Documentation to be hand delivered. 31. -00026 Authorizing the Mayor-President, on behalf of the Division of Human Development and Services/ East Baton Rouge Parish Head Start Program to enter into a contract with the Management Institute in the amount of $25,500.00 to provide ongoing Training and Technical Assistance to the Head Start Program in alignment with Federal Performance Standards and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By Human Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on January 22, 2020 Cover Letter 32. -00027 Authorizing settlement of the matter entitled "Hope McCorkle v. BREC, et al,," Suit No. C653,443, on the docket of the 19th Judicial District Court, in the amount of $20,000.00, plus court costs in the amount of $430.00, for a total amount of $20,430.00, 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. (Attorney of record is Charles Thomas of Huber, Thomas, and Marcelle). By Parish Attorney. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on January 22, 2020 Supporting Documentation to be hand delivered. 33. -00028 Authorizing the Mayor-President to enter into a professional services agreement on behalf of the Local Workforce Development Board Area 21 (LWDA 21) with Eckerd Connect with initial term to begin February 1, 2020 through June 30, 2020. Agreement is renewable for up to three years upon successful contractual performance in an amount not to exceed $346,000 terminating July 30, 2023 and authorizing the Mayor-President signing of all documents connected therewith. By WIOA Chief Administrator. By WIOA Chief Administrator. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on January 22, 2020 34. -00029 Authorizing the Mayor-President to amend an agreement with Nearmap US Inc. in the amount of $81,013.80 for aerial imagery of East Baton Rouge Parish. Said agreement shall be approved by the Office of the Parish Attorney as to form and legality. By Director of Information Services. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on January 22, 2020 Cover Letter
35. 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 This item was deferred from December 11, 2019 Picture Picture Inspector's Report Picture Picture Picture Picture Picture 36. 19-01432 Lila Gray Horton 366 Old Rafe Mayer Road (2 Rear Sheds), Lot 54 Shady Acres Subdivision - Council District 2 - Banks Picture Picture Inspector's Report 37. 19-01433 Frank Bell 414 Old Rafe Mayer Road, Lot 56 Shady Acres Subdivision - Council District 2 - Banks Picture Picture Inspector's Report 39. 19-01435 Jeanette Cowan Wilson 1148 North 48th Street, Lot 7, Square 51 Greenville Extension Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole Picture Picture Inspector's Report 41. 19-01437 Collis B. Temple, Jr. and Soundra T. Johnson 742 North 18th Street, Lot 7, Square 26 Gracie Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker Picture Picture Inspector's Report
PUBLIC HEARING / MEETING 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. This item was deferred from November 26, 2019 Legislation Cover Letter
19-01346 Providing for the extension of the city limits of the City of Baton Rouge and inclusion of the area described in the petition for annexation submitted by 8555 United Plaza, LLC, Stirling United Plaza Boulevard, LLC, Stirling One United Plaza, LLC, Stirling Two United Plaza, LLC, Stirling Eight United Plaza, LLC, Stirling Twelve United Plaza, LLC, and Louisiana School Employees’ Retirement System in accordance with La. R.S. 33:172(A)(1)(a) and Section 1.09 of the Plan of Government. By Council Administrator/Treasurer. Legislation United Plaza Amended Petition for annexation
19-01430 Providing for the extension of the city limits of the City of Baton Rouge and inclusion of the area described in the petition for annexation submitted by Stirling United Plaza Boulevard, LLC, and Turner Industries Group, LLC in accordance with La. R.S. 33:172(A)(1)(a) and Section 1.09 of the Plan of Government. By Council Administrator/Treasurer. Legislation petition for annexation
19-01350 Rescinding Resolution 54479 which authorized the Mayor-President or Interim Director of Mosquito Abatement and Rodent Control to enter a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with Baum Environmental Group, Inc. for the operation of a waste tire shredder and associated facilities in East Baton Rouge Parish; and terminating any agreement that has been executed. By Councilwoman Chauna Banks. Legislation memo to council
19-01351 Rescinding and directing the Clerk of Court to cancel the Decision and Order recorded on October 25, 2019 at Original 061 of Bundle 12990 in the matter of "City of Baton Rouge vs. Loyetta Z. Collins" - Condemnation Proceeding No. 10072 (2769 Cedar Avenue, Lot 7, Square 10, Standard Heights Subdivision). Reason for rescission: The homeowner would like to renovate the property and live in it. By Councilwoman Tara Wicker. Legislation Supporting Documentation
19-01352 Rescinding and directing the Clerk of Court to cancel the Decision and Order recorded on May 16, 2017 at Original 510 of Bundle 12813 in the matter of "City of Baton Rouge vs. West Chimes Place, LLC" - Condemnation Proceeding No. 9712 (2863 Thomas Delpit Drive, Lot 32, Square 46, South Baton Rouge Subdivision). Reason for rescission: The property was purchased by a new owner. By Councilwoman Tara Wicker. Legislation Supporting Documentation
19-01439 Authorizing settlement of the matter entitled "James Webb v. City of Baton Rouge, et al," Suit No. C635,173, on the docket of the 19th Judicial District Court, in the amount of $97,500.00, plus court costs in the amount of $149.00, for a total amount of $97,649.00; and appropriating $97,649.00 for such purpose. *This matter may be discussed in Executive Session. (Attorney of record is Jarvis M. Antwine of the Antwine Law Firm, LLC). By Parish Attorney. Legislation Supporting Documentation to be hand delivered.
19-01431 Rescinding and directing the Clerk of Court to cancel the Decision and Order recorded on May 10, 2019 at Original 939 of Bundle 12956 in the matter of "City of Baton Rouge vs. Marvin E. Morgan" - Condemnation Proceeding No. 10037 (2281 Capri Drive, Lot 795, Villa Del Rey Subdivision (8th Filing)). Reason for rescission: The property was purchased by a new owner. By Councilwoman Donna Collins-Lewis. Legislation Supporting Documentation
19-01374 Amending Title 1 (Municipal and Parish Organization), Chapter 4 (Regulation of Departments), Part III (Division of Purchasing), Section 1:702 (Authority for Contract Awards), so as to increase the threshold for Council approval on professional services contracts. By Councilwoman Donna Collins-Lewis. Legislation Draft - Ordinance
19-01362 Authorizing the Mayor-President on behalf of Baton Rouge City Court to accept a grant award from the National League of Cities (NLC) for the purpose of conducting an assessment of the impact of municipal fines and fees on residents as parts of NLC’s Cities Addressing Fines and Fees Equitably (CAFEE) initiative between July 1, 2019 through May 29, 2020, and further authorizing Clerk of Court/Judicial Administrator of Baton Rouge City Court execute all related grant documents in connection therewith at the appropriate time. The grant program total is in an amount up to $30,000.00 with no matching funds required. By Clerk of Court/Judicial Administrator. Legislation Cover Letter Application Other
19-01375 Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute Supplemental Agreement No. 1 to the contract with Merge Engineering, LLC, for Architectural Design Services in connection with the River Center E-W Parking Garage Lighting Renovations, being City-Parish Project No. 19-ASD-CP-1161, in an amount not to exceed $1,500.00. (Account No. 5700-7000-10-7050-0000-0000-000000-643500). By Buildings and Grounds Director. Legislation Cover Letter Contract
54. 19-01403 Authorizing the Mayor-President to enter into lease agreement on behalf of the Division of Human Development and Services/EBRP Head Start Program, with Mt. Pilgrim Baptist Church, for the facility located at 9700 Scenic Highway, in the amount of $6,079.59 monthly January through May and $2,664.59 for the month of June and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. The contract shall not exceed $33,062.54 for the period of January 1, 2020 thru June 30, 2020. By Human Services Director. Legislation Cover Letter 55. 19-01404 Authorizing the Mayor-President to enter into lease agreement on behalf of the Division of Human Development and Services/EBRP Head Start Program, with M&J Company, LLC, for the facility located at 7315 Exchange Place, in the amount of $4,600.00 monthly January through May and $700.00 for the month of June and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. The contract shall not exceed $23,700.00 for the period of January 1, 2020 thru June 30, 2020. By Human Services Director. Legislation Cover Letter 56. 19-01405 Authorizing the Mayor-President to enter into lease agreement on behalf of the Division of Human Development and Services/EBRP Head Start Program, with Glen Oaks Baptist Church, for the facility located at 7200 Maplewood Drive, in the amount of $4,755.67 monthly for a period of January through June and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. The contract shall not exceed $28,534.02 for the period of January 1, 2020 thru June 30, 2020. By Human Services Director. Legislation Cover Letter
57. 19-01406 Authorizing the Mayor-President, on behalf of the Division of Human Development and Services/East Baton Rouge Parish Head Start Program to enter into contract with E&E Bus Service, LLC for two buses in an amount of $1,049.00 per bus plus $1.65 per mile, for transportation services for the East Baton Rouge Parish Head Start Program; and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. The contract shall not exceed $25,000.00 for the period of January 1, 2020 thru May 31, 2020. By Human Services Director. Legislation Cover Letter 58. 19-01407 Authorizing the Mayor-President, on behalf of the Division of Human Development and Services/East Baton Rouge Parish Head Start Program to enter into contract with Almo Barker , Barker's Bus Service for two buses in an amount of $1,049.00 per bus plus $1.65 per mile for transportation services for the East Baton Rouge Parish Head Start Program; and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. The contract shall not exceed $27,700.00 for the period of January 1, 2020 thru May 31, 2020. By Human Services Director. Legislation Cover Letter
19-01420 Authoring the Mayor-President to execute an approval of authorization for the Director of Transportation and Drainage to provide the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development with the City of Baton Rouge and Parish of East Baton Rouge proposed Federal Off-System Highway Bridge Program for the 2019- 2021 federal fiscal years, and to agree to certain stipulations required by the LADOTD as prerequisites to participation in the Off-System Bridge Replacement Program. By Transportation and Drainage Director. Legislation Council Backup Memo
19-01421 Authorize the Mayor-President to execute Supplemental Agreement No. 2 to the contract with Forte & Tablada, Inc., for engineering and land surveying services associated with MOVEBR Project Nicholson Drive (LA 30) Segment 1, being City-Parish Project No. 08-CS-HC-0035, State Project (DOTD) No. H.002825, in an amount not to exceed $200,972.50. By Transportation and Drainage Director. Legislation Council Backup Memo
19-01422 Authorize the Mayor-President to execute Supplemental Agreement No. 8 to the contract with Evans-Graves Engineers, Inc., for engineering services associated with MOVEBR Capacity Project Mall of Louisiana Boulevard, formerly Picardy-Perkins Connector, being City-Parish Project No. 12-CS-HC-0043, in an amount not to exceed $131,642.69. Contract Number 800000657. By Transportation and Drainage Director. Legislation Council Backup Memo
19-01428 Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a Professional Service Agreement with Margaret “Meg” Sheats to provide construction inspection services for State and Federal Aid Projects under the administration of the Department of Transportation and Drainage in an amount not to exceed $62,500. By Transportation and Drainage Director. Legislation Council Backup Document
ADJUDICATED PROPERTIES 63. 19-01377 Lot: 224 Subdivision: Bird Station Applicant: Oliver Alexander-MOW TO OWN Address: Ritterman Avenue Metro Council District: 7 - Cole Initial Bid Amount $ 100.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 200.00 Appraised Value: $ N/A - MOW TO OWN Taxes Due: $ Unknown at this time 64. 19-01378 Lot: 17-A-1 & 20-A-1 Subdivision: Forest Square Applicant: Hill Properties, LLC -MOW TO OWN Address: Stan Avenue Metro Council District: 6 - Collins-Lewis Initial Bid Amount $ 100.00 per lot Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 200.00 per lot Appraised Value: $ N/A - MOW TO OWN Taxes Due: $ Unknown at this time
APPOINTMENTS 19-01207 HOUSING AUTHORITY OF EAST BATON ROUGE PARISH Consideration of replacing Helena Cunningham who has resigned. This term will expire on July 23, 2023. Current Ballot Frederick Thomas (application received) This item was deferred from November 13, 2019
19-01449 GREATER BATON ROUGE AIRPORT DISTRICT-BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Consideration of replacing Kelly Balfour, he is not seeking reappointment. The term expires on January 1, 2020, effective January 2, 2020. This is a five (5) year term. Current Ballot Scott Hensgens Kizzy Payton This item was deferred from December 11, 2019
19-01450 GREATER BATON ROUGE AIRPORT DISTRICT-BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Consideration of replacing James Ellis, he is not seeking reappointment. The term expires on January 1, 2020, effective January 2, 2020. This is a five (5) year term Current Ballot William Profita Cedric Upshaw This item was deferred from December 11, 2019
19-01453 RECREATION AND PARK COMMISSION (BREC) Recommending a replacement for Larry Selders, (term limited and not eligible to serve another term) This is a three (3) year term. Current Ballot Gary Chambers William Scheffy This item was deferred from December 11, 2019
19-01461 VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT - ALSEN-ST. IRMA LEE: Consideration of replacing Ceola Beauchamp, she is not seeking reappointment. The term expires on January 1, 2020, effective January 2, 2020. This is a two (2) year term. (Must live in the district) Current Ballot This item was deferred from December 11, 2019
19-01464 VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT - ALSEN-ST. IRMA LEE: Consideration of reappointing or replacing Bettie Jefferson whose term expires on January 1, 2020, effective January 2, 2020. This appointment is a two (2) year term. (Must live in the district). Current Ballot Bettie Jefferson -requested reappointment This item was deferred from December 11, 2019
71. -00030 CAPITAL AREA TRANSIT SYSTEM - (CATS) Consideration of reappointing or replacing Kahli Cohran, whose term expired on December 31, 2019, effective January 1, 2020. This is a three (3) year term. Current Ballot Maya Bennett Tammy Brown Kahli Cohran (Received letter requesting reappointment) Dr. Damien D. Ejigiri Johnathan Hill Kevin O’Gorma (Sent letter requesting reappointment) 72. -00031 CAPITAL AREA TRANSIT SYSTEM - (CATS) Consideration of reappointing or replacing Kevin O’Gorma, whose term expired on December 31, 2019, effective January 1, 2020. This is a three (3) year term. (9 votes required) Current Ballot Maya Bennett Tammy Brown Kahli Cohran (Received letter requesting reappointment) Dr. Damien D. Ejigiri Johnathan Hill Kevin O’Gorma (Sent letter requesting reappointment)
CHANGE ORDERS 19-01478 Chaneyville Volunteer Fire Station 42 - Phase 1 Project Number: 18-ASC-CP-1108 Original Estimated Cost: $ 250,000.00 Purchase Order Number: 800001347 Account Number: 4610-1000-20-1007-0000-YR13-000000-652000-92001 Council Award Date: 8/8/2018 Contractor: The Luster Group, LLC Change Order Number: 2 Change Order Amount: $ 25,171.00 Original Contract Amount: $ 229,000.00 Net Previous Changes: $ 142,574.39 New Contract Amount: $ 396,745.39 Description: To install a transfer switch and power to door operators. Installation of additional fill, erosion control and sod, as well as additional electrical items and other components and labor needed to complete the erection of the existing metal building that was left over from the previously canceled project. Add 168 calendar days to contract time for additional work and weather delays. Why Required: Power to the door operators that were requested by the user agency. Additional fill and erosion control were required to stabilize the foundation due to existing conditions of the site. Additional components and labor required to complete the erection of the existing metal building that has sat out for over a year. Additional contract time required due to changes in scope of work; also while alternate corrective stabilization measures were being designed, review and issued along with weather delays. Cover Letter Other
ACCEPTANCE OF LOW BIDS 74. 19-01379 Janitorial Services for the Louisiana 19th JDC District Courthouse Building located at 300 North Blvd. Project: A19-0418 Account: 1000-2500-10-2500-0000-0000-000000-642200 Estimate: *Local **In State *Primero Services, Inc. DBA Service Master Elite Cleaning Service $ 240,233.36 *Empire Janitorial Sales & Services $ 267,688.61 *A Touch of Steam $ 285,992.10 *OOK Janitorial Service $ 294,457.46 *Bell's Janitorial Service $ 305,058.24 *Elite Professional Cleaning Service, LLC $ 422,886.99 *Enmon Enterprises, LLC DBA Jani King $ 453,774.13 * Expert Maintenance & Construction Service $ 528,135.90 *Advance Office Care, LLC $ 197,792.14 (nonresponsive) *Lewis Pressure Washing & Deep Cleaning $ 190,661.40 (nonresponsive) This item was deferred from December 11, 2019 Legislation Cover Letter Agency Approval of Bids Bid Tabulation Sheet 75. 19-01476 Temporary Labor Services for Building Maintenance & Constructions for Various City Parish Buildings. Project: A19-90900 Account: 1000-7800-10-7830-0000-0000-000000-643500 Estimate: *Local **In State **Cabildo Staffing, LLC $ 157,780.00 Octagon Consulting, LLC $ 190,552.00 Cover Letter Bid Tabulation Sheet Agency Approval of Bids 2019 Annual Operating Budget 76. -00005 Sara Parkway Drainage Repair (Lateral to Monte Sano Bayou at Sara Parkway) Project: 17-DR-LA-0019 Account: 2800-6100-70-6120-6101-YR17-000000-643500-61001 2800-6100-70-6120-6101- YR18-000000-643500-61001 Estimate: $400,000.00 *Local **In State **KCR Contractors, L.L.C. $ 467,849.66 *Industrial Enterprises Inc. $ 573,735.81 *Boone Services, L.L.C. $ 620,341.00 Low Bid Document 77. -00006 Sales Tax Street and Road Rehabilitation Program Project (16-14) Central, Jones, Monte Sano, N. Bourgeouis, Sherwood, Beechwood, Victoria, Maribel, Lanier, Harry Drive Project: 19-AO-ST-0016 Account: 9237100067-2341 00001-190AO0ST16-647100 Estimate: $2,069,495.00 *Local **In State *Barber Brothers Contractors Company, LLC $ 2,084,152.84 **R. J. Daigle & Sons Contractors, Inc. $ 2,201,946.22 **Barriere Constructions Company, LLC $ 2,428,090.55 Low Bid Document
OTHER ITEMS 19-01349 Receiving a comprehensive year-end report from CorrectHealth to include a review of any and all services rendered to the East Baton Rouge Parish Prison during 2019. By Councilwoman Chauna Banks. Legislation Supporting Documentation
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