Presentations and Special Recognitions
Presentations and Special Recognitions
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Adoption and Approval of Minutes
1. 20-00099 Approval and adoption of minutes of the Metropolitan Council Meeting of January 8, 2020, the Greater Baton Rouge Airport Commission Meeting of January 7, 2020. and the Metropolitan Council Zoning Meeting of January 15, 2020. By Council Administrator/Treasurer.
INTRODUCTIONS 2. 20-00034 Granting a renewal of a Five-Year property tax abatement estimated at $14,118 per year for Creative Bloc located at 804-816 Main Street. This application is referred by Louisiana Economic Development Restoration Tax Abatement Program to the City of Baton Rouge as RTA application #2013-0119 for the purpose of encouraging private investment and restoration of property. By Planning Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 12, 2020 3. 20-00060 Amending the 2020 current expense budget for the Hermitage/Cross Creek Crime Prevention and Development District so as to appropriate $40,050 to reflect the renewal of the district’s parcel fee. By Hermitage/Cross Creek Crime Prevention and Development District. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 12, 2020 CONDEMNATION INTRODUCTIONS 4. 20-00101 Dalton Wayne Honore, I; Desiree Waynette Honore; Dalton Wayne Honore, II; and Darryl Wayneman Honore 10069 Avenue A, Lots 34 and 35, Square 39 University Place Subdivision - Council District 2 - Banks Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 12, 2020 5. 20-00102 Ezekiel Valshawn Brown 5317 Enterprise Street, Lot 157 Brookstown Place Subdivision - Council District 5 - Green Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 12, 2020 6. 20-00103 Wholesale Homes of Walker, LLC 3388 Hollywood Street, Lot 6 and the East ½ of Lot 5, Square 17 Hollywood Subdivision - Council District 5 - Green Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 12, 2020 7. 20-00104 Damon B. Scott and Jerri Matthews Scott 6170 Byron Street, Lot 8, Square 5 White Plains Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 12, 2020 8. 20-00105 Daystar Property Management, LLC 1217 North 36th Street, Lot 35, Square 9 Eden Park Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 12, 2020 9. 20-00106 Suchitra J. Satpathi and Chad C. Dyer 1326 East Washington Street, W ½ of Lot 4, Square 17 South Baton Rouge Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 12, 2020 10. 20-00107 Purple Circle Social Club 1313 South Street, Lot 45, Square 241 Favrot Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 12, 2020 ADJUDICATED PROPERTY INTRODUCTIONS 11. 20-00063 Lot: 7pt., Square 108 Subdivision: Istrouma Applicant: Joseph P. Johnson Address: Huron 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: $ 4,918.66 12. 20-00064 Lot: 13, Square 2 Subdivision: Hero Park Applicant: J. Patrick Cave Address: Terrace Street-MOW TO OWN Metro Council District: 10 - Wicker Initial Bid Amount $ 100.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 555.00 Appraised Value: $ N/A - MOW TO OWN Taxes Due: $ 2,319.68 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 12, 2020 13. 20-00065 Lot: 6, Square 64 Subdivision: G. E. Noble Tract Applicant: Troy and Alexis Jones Address: Slaughter Road-MOW TO OWN Metro Council District: 1 - Welch Initial Bid Amount $ 100.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 555.00 Appraised Value: $ N/A - MOW TO OWN Taxes Due: $ 3,057.46 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 12, 2020 14. 20-00066 Lot: 17pt. & 18pt., Square 36 Subdivision: South Baton Rouge Applicant: Joseph Miles Address: East Johnson Street-MOW TO OWN Metro Council District: 10 - Wicker Initial Bid Amount $ 100.00 per lot Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 555.00 & 605.00 Appraised Value: $ N/A - MOW TO OWN Taxes Due: $ 1,239.80 and 1,326.93 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 12, 2020 15. 20-00108 Lot: 1157-A Subdivision: Sherwood Forest Subdivision Applicant: Marvin Forest Address: Holt Avenue Metro Council District: 4 - Wilson Initial Bid Amount $ 500.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 500.00 Appraised Value: $ 5,000.00 Taxes Due: $ 4,440.38 Adjudicated for 2013 taxes Bids Received: 2/19/2020 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 26, 2020 16. 20-00109 Lot: 2+, Square 53 Subdivision: North Baton Rouge Applicant: Liso Terrell Thomas, Sr. Address: Progress Road Metro Council District: 2 - Banks Initial Bid Amount $ 100.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 500.00 Appraised Value: $ 5,500.00 Taxes Due: $ 2,608.68 Adjudicated for 2015 taxes Bids Received: 2/19/2020 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 26, 2020 17. 20-00110 Lot: 15 & 16, Square 43 Subdivision: Fortune Applicant: Paul E. Matthews Address: Packard Street Metro Council District: 5 - Green Initial Bid Amount $ 100.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 500.00 Appraised Value: $ 3,000.00 Taxes Due: $ 1,217.35 Adjudicated for 2005 taxes Bids Received: 2/19/2020 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 26, 2020 18. 20-00111 Lot: 11 Subdivision: West Windsor Applicant: James Escort Address: Harco Drive Metro Council District: 6 - Collins-Lewis Initial Bid Amount $ 100.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 500.00 Appraised Value: $ 20,000.00 Taxes Due: $ 4,060.71 Adjudicated for 2015 taxes Bids Received: 2/19/2020 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 26, 2020 19. 20-00112 Lot: 2, Square 9 Subdivision: East Fairfields Applicant: Dominique Banks Address: North Foster Drive Metro Council District: 7 - Cole Initial Bid Amount $ 100.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 500.00 Appraised Value: $ 22,500.00 Taxes Due: $ 4,282.49 Adjudicated for 2015 taxes Bids Received: 2/19/2020 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 26, 2020 20. 20-00117 Lot: 1 & 2pt., Square 3 Subdivision: East Fairfields Applicant: Dominique Banks Address: North Foster Drive Metro Council District: 7 - Cole Initial Bid Amount $ 100.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 1,310.00 Appraised Value: $ 33,750.00 Taxes Due: $ 3,732.89 Adjudicated for 2001 taxes Bids Received: 2/19/2020 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 26, 2020 21. 20-00119 Lot: 24 Subdivision: Clark Applicant: Ricky Daniels, Jr. Address: Oleander Street Metro Council District: 10 - Wicker Initial Bid Amount $ 500.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 725.00 Appraised Value: $ 18,000.00 Taxes Due: $ 3,934.44 Adjudicated for 2005 taxes Bids Received: 2/19/2020 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 26, 2020 22. 20-00120 Lot: 20, Square 4 Subdivision: Mound City Applicant: Susan Kaufman Address: Delphine Street Metro Council District: 10 - Wicker Initial Bid Amount $ 200.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 855.00 Appraised Value: $ 15,000.00 Taxes Due: $ 2,297.10 Adjudicated for 2009 taxes Bids Received: 2/19/2020 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 26, 2020 23. 20-00121 Lot: 2, Square O Subdivision: North Fairfields Applicant: Ricco Thomas Address: Adams Avenue Metro Council District: 7 - Cole Initial Bid Amount $ 100.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 500.00 Appraised Value: $ 5,000.00 Taxes Due: $ 1,718.22 Adjudicated for 2015 taxes Bids Received: 2/19/2020 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 26, 2020 24. 20-00122 Lot: 6+, Square 17 Subdivision: Hollywood Applicant: Alvin & Verdia Johnson Address: Hollywood Street Metro Council District: 5 - Green Initial Bid Amount $ 2,000.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 500.00 Appraised Value: $ 35,000.00 Taxes Due: $ 3,709.01 Adjudicated for 2015 taxes Bids Received: 2/19/2020 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 26, 2020 25. 20-00123 Lot: 16pt., Square 2 Subdivision: Greenville Addition Applicant: Joann Mayweather Address: North 39th Street Metro Council District: 7 - Cole Initial Bid Amount $ 1,100.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 850.00 Appraised Value: $ 2,000.00 Taxes Due: $ 2,271.57 Adjudicated for 1990 taxes Bids Received: 2/19/2020 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 26, 2020 26. 20-00124 Lot: 22, Square 102 Subdivision: South Baton Rouge Applicant: Cynthia R. Ford Address: West Grant Street Metro Council District: 10 - Wicker Initial Bid Amount $ 500.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 500.00 Appraised Value: $ 3,500.00 Taxes Due: $ 3,704.01 Adjudicated for 2015 taxes Bids Received: 2/19/2020 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 19, 2020 27. 20-00125 Lot: 23+, Square 5 Subdivision: Fortune Applicant: Patricia J. Jones Address: Packard Street Metro Council District: 10 - Wicker Initial Bid Amount $ 300.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 500.00 Appraised Value: $ 3,500.00 Taxes Due: $ 1,738.30 Adjudicated for 2015 taxes Bids Received: 2/19/2020 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 26, 2020 28. 20-00127 Lot: 12+, Square 2 Subdivision: Baton Rouge Terrace Applicant: Keith Tillage Address: Choctaw Drive Metro Council District: 7 - Cole Initial Bid Amount $ 1,000.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 500.00 Appraised Value: $ 75,000.00 Taxes Due: $ 1,505.02 Adjudicated for 2015 taxes Bids Received: 2/19/2020 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 26, 2020 29. 20-00128 Lot: 14+, Square 2 Subdivision: Baton Rouge Terrace Applicant: Keith Tillage Address: Choctaw Drive Metro Council District: 7 - Cole Initial Bid Amount $ 1,000.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 500.00 Appraised Value: $ 75,000.00 Taxes Due: $ 6,558.84 Adjudicated for 2015 taxes Bids Received: 2/19/2020 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 26, 2020 PLANNING AND ZONING INTRODUCTIONS 30. 20-00059 RV-2-20 Madeline Court A request to revoke a 7.5 foot utility servitude, located west of Madeline Court and north of Florida Boulevard, on Lot 6-A-1 of the Madeline Court Subdivision (Council District 6 - Collins-Lewis) PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Planning Staff certifies that the proposed request meets the minimum requirements of the UDC COMMISSION ACTION: No hearing before the Planning Commission required, per UDC Section 3.6.3 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 19, 2020 Aerial Map Vicinity Map Exhibit Dept of Development LONO Dept of Transportation and Drainage LONO 31. 20-00070 PA-1-20 8100 Perkins Road To amend the Comprehensive Land Use Plan from Residential Neighborhood to Commercial on property located on the south side of Perkins Road, east of Bles Avenue, on Lot A of George H. Baker Property. Section 55, T7S, R1E, GLD, EBRP, LA (Council District 12 - Freiberg) PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Recommend approval, based on review of the area at a greater level of detail COMMISSION ACTION: Motion to approve carried, 8-0 Related to Case 3-20 Application Staff Report 32. 20-00071 Case 3-20 8100 Perkins Road To rezone from Light Commercial (C1) to Heavy Commercial (HC1) on property located on the south side of Perkins Road, east of Bles Avenue, on Lot A of George H. Baker Property. Section 55, T7S, R1E, GLD, EBRP, LA (Council District 12 - Freiberg) PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Staff certifies that the proposed request meets the criteria for a change of zoning, if the companion Comprehensive Plan Amendment is approved, being consistent with the Comprehensive Plan, compatible with surrounding uses, and conforming to Unified Development Code requirements COMMISSION ACTION: Motion to approve carried, 8-0 Related to PA-1-20 Application Staff Report 33. 20-00072 PA-2-20 Imagine Plank Road Small Area Plan Small Area Plan for Plank Road corridor PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Recommend approval, considering consistency with the comprehensive plan and the public engagement process utilized by Build Baton Rouge throughout 2019 COMMISSION ACTION: Motion to approve carried, 9-0 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 19, 2020 Staff Report Small Area Plan 34. 20-00073 TA-16-19 Hundred Oaks Overlay To maintain the character of the Hundred Oaks neighborhood by requiring lot sizes historically used for residential development more in keeping with the historic pattern and zoning of the area PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Staff recommends approval, based on neighborhood support and consistency with the comprehensive plan COMMISSION ACTION: Motion to approve with amended boundary to remove lots south of interstate carried, 9-0 Related to Case 4-20 Staff Report 35. 20-00074 Case 4-20 Hundred Oaks Overlay To revise the Official Zoning District Map to designate the boundary for the Hundred Oaks Overlay on the properties and addresses listed in the general boundaries to the north of Interstate Highway 10 (or the Kansas City Southern railroad), west of South Acadian Thruway (or the Dawson Creek), south of Malmaison Drive and Tyrone Drive, and east of the intersection of Tyrone Drive and South Eugene Street. Sections 67 and 94, T7S, R1E, GLD, EBRP, LA (Council District 7 - Cole) PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Staff certifies that the proposed request meets the criteria for a change of zoning, being consistent with the Comprehensive Plan, compatible with surrounding uses, and conforming to Unified Development Code requirements. COMMISSION ACTION: Motion to approve with amended boundary to remove lots south of interstate carried, 9-0 Related to TA-16-19 Staff Report Revised Map 36. 20-00075 Case 81-19 2559 Plank Road To rezone from Limited Residential (A3.1) to Heavy Commercial (HC1) on property located west of Plank Road, south of Seneca Street and east of Osceola Street, on Lots 1-7 of Suburb Istrouma. Section 39, T7S, R1W, GLD, EBRP, LA (Council District 10 - Wicker) COMMISSION ACTION: Motion to defer to February 17 carried, 9-0 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 19, 2020 Application 37. 20-00076 Case 1-20 5380 Jones Creek Road To rezone from Heavy Commercial (C2) to Commercial Alcoholic Beverage (Restaurant) (C-AB-1) on property located on the west side of Jones Creek Road, south of Market Street, on a portion of Lot 2-A-1-B-A of Albert Dixon Property. Section 28, T7S, R2E, GLD, EBRP, LA (Council District 8 - Amoroso) PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Staff certifies that the proposed request meets the criteria for a change of zoning, being consistent with the Comprehensive Plan, compatible with surrounding uses, and conforming to Unified Development Code requirements COMMISSION ACTION: Motion to approve carried, 9-0 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 19, 2020 Application Staff Report 38. 20-00077 Case 2-20 5605 Jones Creek Road To rezone from Heavy Commercial (C2) to Commercial Alcoholic Beverage (Restaurant) (C-AB-1) on property located on the west side of Jones Creek Road, south of Market Street, on a portion of Lot 2-A-1-B-A of Albert Dixon Property. Section 28, T7S, R2E, GLD, EBRP, LA (Council District 9 - Hudson) PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Staff certifies that the proposed request meets the criteria for a change of zoning, being consistent with the Comprehensive Plan, compatible with surrounding uses, and conforming to Unified Development Code requirements COMMISSION ACTION: Motion to approve carried, 9-0 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 19, 2020 Application Staff Report OTHER INTRODUCTIONS 39. 20-00035 Receiving the annual report of project applications in the North Baton Rouge Economic Opportunity Zone in accordance with Ordinance 16215. By Council Administrator/Treasurer. By Planning Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 12, 2020 Legislation Cover Letter Ordinance 16215 Legislation 40. 20-00062 Authorizing the Mayor-President to amend the contract with Roedell Parson Koch Blache Balhoff & McCollister, ALC that provides legal representation for the Chief of Police before the Municipal Fire and Police Civil Service Board to increase by $25,100 for invoices due through December 31, 2019. By Police Chief. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 12, 2020 Legislation AMEND & INCREASE CONTRACT FOR LEGAL SERVICES 41. 20-00067 Amending Resolution 54414, adopted August 14, 2019, accepting all work done by the contractor, Rotolo Consultants, Inc., for the Riverfront Plaza Phase I Landscape & Lighting Renovation, City-Parish Project No. 17-ASC-CP-1084, Contract No. 800001274, so as to amend the final cost of said contract, as determined by the Department of Buildings and Grounds, from $862,764.30 to reduced amount of $822,201.81. All other provisions of said Resolution 54414 not in conflict herewith remain in full force and effect. By Buildings and Grounds Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 12, 2020 Legislation Cover Letter 42. 20-00036 Authorizing the Mayor-President and the Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness to apply for a nationally competitive Flood Mitigation Assistance grant award. Federal funding is available for up to 100% of the eligible activity costs. Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) may contribute up to 100% for Severe Repetitive Loss (SRL) properties and up to 90% for Repetitive Loss (RL) properties. The application is proposed for the Hazard Mitigation activity for approximately 19 Severe Repetitive Loss (SRL) and 25 Repetitive Loss (RL) properties within East Baton Rouge Parish. By Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 12, 2020 Legislation Cover Letter 43. 20-00078 Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute supplemental agreement 1 to the contract with Professional Engineering Consultants Corporation to provide surveys and design services for the 72nd Avenue Ped Improvements (Scenic Highway to I-110) Improvement project, being RFQ No. 18-ES-DTD-002, and City-Parish Project No. 17-SW-US-0035 in an amount not to exceed $110,581.98. (Account No. 9227100031-2331 00000-0000000000-653340). By Transportation and Drainage Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 12, 2020 Legislation Council Backup Memo 44. 20-00079 Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a supplemental agreement with Arcadis U.S., Inc. to provide professional engineering services for the Alphonse Forbes Road at Sandy Bayou Replacement project, being City-Parish Project No. 18-BR-PT-0017 in an amount not to exceed $165,948.55. By Transportation and Drainage Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 12, 2020 Legislation Council Backup Memo 45. 20-00080 Authorize the Mayor-President to execute a Contract for Acquisition and Relocation Services with Ric Bajon & Associates, LLC, for services associated with MOVEBR Capacity Project Old Hammond Hwy Improvements, Segment 2 East Baton Rouge Parish LA Hwy 426, being City-Parish Project No. 06-CS-HC-0028, in an amount not to exceed $70,180.00. (Account No. 9217100023-4304-00206- -651120). By Transportation and Drainage Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 12, 2020 Legislation Council Backup Memo 46. 20-00081 Authorize the Mayor-President to execute a Contract for Acquisition and Relocation Services with Geoff Wilson Engineering, LLC, for services associated with MOVEBR Capacity Project Old Hammond Hwy Improvements, Segment 2 East Baton Rouge Parish LA Hwy 426, being City-Parish Project No. 06-CS-HC-0028, in an amount not to exceed $73,370.00. (Account No. 9217100023-4304-00206- -651120). By Transportation and Drainage Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 12, 2020 Legislation Council Backup Memo 47. 20-00082 Authorize the Mayor-President to execute a Contract for Appraisal Services with BDS Enterprises, Inc., for appraisal services associated with MOVEBR Capacity Project Old Hammond Hwy Improvements, Segment 2, East Baton Rouge Parish LA Hwy 426 being City-Parish Project No. 06-CS-HC-0028, in an amount not to exceed $19,800.00. (Account No. 9217100023-4304-00206- -651120). By Transportation and Drainage Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 12, 2020 Legislation Council Backup Memo 48. 20-00083 Authorizing the Mayor-President to amend a subrecipient contract with the Capitol City Family Health Center for an increase in the amount of $10,185.00 for a total amount of $650,448.00 awarded under the Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program, for the grant period March 1, 2019 through February 29, 2020 and to amend the subrecipient contract if additional funding becomes available; and authorizing the Director of the DHDS to adjust the subrecipient contract budget and reallocate funding between service providers during the course of the program year to advance the purposes of the Ryan White program; and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By Human Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 12, 2020 Legislation Cover Letter 49. 20-00084 Authorize the Mayor –President to execute a contract for professional engineering services with Bonton Associate, LLC to provide for the design of the Claycut Avenue Sidewalk Improvements, being City-Parish Project 17-SW-HC-0001, in an amount not to exceed $38,354.70 (Account No. 9227100041-2331-00000-0000000000-653340). By Transportation and Drainage Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 12, 2020 Legislation Council Backup Memo 50. 20-00085 Authorizing the Mayor-President to amend a subrecipient contract with the Capitol City Family Health Center for an increase in the amount of $59,420.00 for a total amount of $709,868.00 awarded under the Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program, for the grant period March 1, 2019 through February 29, 2020 and to amend the subrecipient contract if additional funding becomes available; and authorizing the Director of the DHDS to adjust the subrecipient contract budget and reallocate funding between service providers during the course of the program year to advance the purposes of the Ryan White program; and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By Human Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 12, 2020 Legislation Cover Letter 51. 20-00086 Authorizing the Mayor-President to amend a subrecipient contract with Family Service of Greater Baton Rouge for an increase in the amount of $6,600 for a total amount of $800,850.00 awarded under the Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program, for the grant period March 1, 2019 through February 29, 2020 and to amend the subrecipient contract if additional funding becomes available; and authorizing the Director of the DHDS to adjust the subrecipient contract budget and reallocate funding between service providers during the course of the program year to advance the purposes of the Ryan White program; and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By Human Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 12, 2020 Legislation Cover Letter 52. 20-00087 Authorizing the Mayor-President to amend a subrecipient contract with the HIV/AIDS Alliance for Region 2 for an increase in the amount of $11,000.00 for a total amount of $213,780.00 awarded under the Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program Minority AIDS Initiative, for the grant period March 1, 2019 through February 29, 2020 and to amend the subrecipient contract if additional funding becomes available; and authorizing the Director of the DHDS to adjust the subrecipient contract budget and reallocate funding between service providers during the course of the program year to advance the purposes of the Ryan White program; and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By Human Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 12, 2020 Legislation Cover Letter 53. 20-00088 Authorizing settlement of the matter entitled "Jasmine Moore v. Napoleon Moore and the City/Parish," Suit No. 630,443, on the docket of the 19th Judicial District Court, in the amount of $14,500.00, plus court costs in the amount of $942.97, for a total amount of $15,442.97, 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 Joshua M. Palmintier). By Parish Attorney. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 12, 2020 Legislation Supporting Documentation to be hand delivered. 54. 20-00089 Authorizing the Mayor-President to amend a subrecipient contract with Our Lady of the Lake, Inc. for an increase in the amount of $16,500.00 for a total amount of $468,050 awarded under the Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program, for the grant period March 1, 2019 through February 29, 2020 and to amend the subrecipient contract if additional funding becomes available; and authorizing the Director of the DHDS to adjust the subrecipient contract budget and reallocate funding between service providers during the course of the program year to advance the purposes of the Ryan White Program; and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By Human Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 12, 2020 Legislation Cover Letter 55. 20-00090 Authorizing the Mayor-President to amend a subrecipient contract with Our Lady of the Lake, Inc. for an increase in the amount of $1,715.00 for a total of $72,115.00 awarded under the Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program Minority AIDS Initiative, for the grant period March 1, 2019 through February 29, 2020 and to amend the subrecipient contract if additional funding becomes available; and authorizing the Director of the DHDS to adjust the subrecipient contract budget and reallocate funding between service providers during the course of the program year to advance the purposes of the Ryan White program; and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By Human Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 12, 2020 Legislation Cover Letter 56. 20-00091 A Resolution by the Mayor-President of the City of Baton Rouge and the Parish of East Baton Rouge, and the members of the Metropolitan Council of East Baton Rouge Parish, commending the 2019 - 2020 National Champion Louisiana State University Tiger Football Team for its 15 - 0 season, and for winning the College Football Playoff National Championship. By Mayor-President Sharon Weston Broome. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 12, 2020 Legislation LSU 2020 CFP National Championship 57. 20-00092 Authorize the Mayor-President to execute a Contract for Appraisal Services with Britlan Appraisals, Inc., for appraisal services associated with MOVEBR Capacity Project Old Hammond Hwy Improvements, Segment 2 East Baton Rouge Parish LA Hwy 426, being City-Parish Project No. 06-CS-HC-0028, in an amount not to exceed $23,760.00. (Account No. 9217100023-4304-00206- -651120). By Transportation and Drainage Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 12, 2020 Legislation Council Backup Memo 58. 20-00093 Authorize the Mayor-President to execute a Contract for Appraisal Services with James G. Lipscomb Appraisal Company, LLC, for appraisal services associated with MOVEBR Capacity Project Old Hammond Hwy Improvements, Segment 2, East Baton Rouge Parish LA Hwy 426 being City-Parish Project No. 06-CS-HC-0028, in an amount not to exceed $25,080.00 (ACCOUNT NO. 9217100023-4304-00206- -651120). By Transportation and Drainage Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 12, 2020 Legislation Council Backup Memo 59. 20-00094 Authorize the Mayor-President to execute a Contract for Appraisal Services with Lowery Enterprises of the South, Inc., for appraisal services associated with MOVEBR Capacity Project Old Hammond Hwy Improvements, Segment 2, East Baton Rouge Parish LA Hwy 426 being City-Parish Project No. 06-CS-HC-0028, in an amount not to exceed $23,760.00. (ACCOUNT NO. 9217100023-4304-00206- -651120). By Transportation and Drainage Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 12, 2020 Legislation Council Backup Memo 60. 20-00095 Authorize the Mayor-President to execute a Contract for Appraisal Services with Robinson Appraisal Services, LLC, for appraisal services associated with MOVEBR Capacity Project Old Hammond Hwy Improvements, Segment 2, East Baton Rouge Parish LA Hwy 426 being City-Parish Project No. 06-CS-HC-0028, in an amount not to exceed $19,800.00. (ACCOUNT NO. 9217100023-4304-00206- -651120). By Transportation and Drainage Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 12, 2020 Legislation Council Backup Memo 61. 20-00096 Authorize the Mayor-President to execute a Contract for Appraisal Services with R-O-W Acquisitions, LLC, for appraisal services associated with MOVEBR Capacity Project Old Hammond Hwy Improvements, Segment 2, East Baton Rouge Parish LA Hwy 426 being City-Parish Project No. 06-CS-HC-0028, in an amount not to exceed $25,080.00. (ACCOUNT NO. 9217100023-4304-00206- -651120). By Transportation and Drainage Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 12, 2020 Legislation Council Backup Memo 62. 20-00097 Authorize the Mayor-President to execute a joint funding agreement with the U.S. Department of the Interior, U.S. Geological Survey for Water Resource Investigations for the period January 1, 2020 to December 31, 2020, in an amount not to exceed $95,940.00. (ACCOUNT NO. 1000-7100-30-7120-*-*-*64350). By Transportation and Drainage Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 12, 2020 Legislation Council Backup Memo Council Backup Document 63. 20-00113 Receiving a comprehensive year-end report and PowerPoint presentation 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. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 12, 2020 Legislation Cover Letter 64. 20-00115 Receiving a PowerPoint presentation from the EBRPPRC Medical Task force Report on Healthcare Challenges in the Parish Jail. By Councilwoman Chauna Banks. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 12, 2020 Legislation Cover Letter 65. 20-00116 A resolution approving an annual payment in lieu of taxes to the Sheriff of Livingston Parish in an amount not to exceed the current property tax payment, respectively, in accordance with a memorandum of understanding between the Capital Area Finance Authority and Juban Interchange Partners IV, LLC. By Councilwoman Donna Collins-Lewis. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 12, 2020 Legislation PILOT MOU draft legislation 66. 20-00126 Directing the Mayor-President to enter into an agreement to transfer or lease 2 acres of the City Parish Property located at 3207 Main Street, Baker LA 70714 (also known as The North Maintenance Lot) to the Mosquito Abatement and Rodent Control (MARC) and to amend the CEA between the Department of Health and the Mosquito Abatement and Rodent Control (Resolution 53820) section 2.2 Deliverables to read: Install the shredder and equipment at the East Baton Rouge Mosquito Parish Abatement and Rodent Control location of 3207 Main Street, Baker, LA 70714. By Councilwoman Chauna Banks. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 12, 2020 Legislation Cover Letter
CONDEMNATIONS 67. 19-01191 Gregory Joseph Messina 4944 Sunnybrook Drive, Lot 64 Sunnybrook Subdivision (1st Filing) - Council District 5 - Green This item was deferred from November 26, 2019 Picture Picture Inspector's Report Picture Picture Picture Picture Picture Picture 68. 20-00012 Tonya N. Day 21042 Jon Michelle Drive, Lot 60 Shadow Oaks Estates Subdivision - Council District 1 - Welch Picture Picture Inspector's Report Picture Picture Picture Picture 69. 20-00013 Catherine Ballard Collins 21357 Jon Michelle Drive, Lot 27 Shadow Oaks Estates Subdivision - Council District 1 - Welch Picture Picture Inspector's Report Picture Picture 70. 20-00014 Peggy Hairston Robinson and Leonard A. Robinson 2850 77th Avenue, Lots 594 & 595 Southern Heights Subdivision - Council District 2 - Banks Picture Picture Inspector's Report Picture Picture Picture 71. 20-00015 Roosevelt Walker and Bunnitine Stewart Walker 7121 Poinsettia Drive, Lot 14 Fairlane Subdivision - Council District 5 - Green Picture Picture Inspector's Report Picture Picture 72. 20-00016 Brian Smith 7588 Poinsettia Drive, Lot 310 Greendale Subdivision, 2nd Filing - Council District 5 - Green Picture Picture Inspector's Report Picture Picture 73. 20-00017 James E. Hines, III 2149 North Foster Drive, Lot 3, Square 3 East Fairfields Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole Picture Picture Inspector's Report Picture Picture 74. 20-00018 Provincial Properties, LLC 2127 Sherwood Meadow Drive, Lot 9 Sherwood Meadow Subdivision - Council District 8 - Amoroso Picture Picture Inspector's Report Picture Picture Picture Picture 76. 20-00020 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 Picture Picture Inspector's Report Picture Picture
20-00129 Appointing a replacement to fill the vacancy created on the Metropolitan Council in the District 12 Council seat by the election of Barbara Freiberg to the Louisiana House of Representatives. By Council Administrator/Treasurer. Reason for emergency: To fill the vacancy within the 20 day time period set by law.
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. This item was deferred from December 11, 2019
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.
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.
20-00033 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
20-00002 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.
20-00024 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.
20-00025 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.
20-00027 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.
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.
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.
20-00003 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.
20-00004 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 ($11,652.83)). By Transportation and Drainage Director.
20-00007 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.
20-00008 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.
20-00009 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-NCDSTP006-653250). By Environmental Services Director.
20-00010 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.
20-00011 Authorizing the Mayor-President to accept and execute a grant award on behalf of the Baton Rouge City Constable's Office for the 2019-2020 Drug Abuse Resistance Education (D.A.R.E.) Program in the East Baton Rouge Parish Schools in the amount of seventy-five thousand, six hundred fifty-seven dollars ($75,657.00), from the Louisiana Commission on Law Enforcement (LCLE). 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.
20-00026 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.
20-00028 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 Connects 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.
20-00029 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.
101. 19-01408 Lot: 46A Subdivision: Victoria Farms Applicant: Sheila Oby Address: Greenwell Street Metro Council District: 5 - Green Initial Bid Amount $ 100.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 500.00 Appraised Value: $ 12,000.00 Taxes Due: $ 2,611.88 Adjudicated for 2015 taxes Bids Received: 1/15/2020 High Bidder: Sheila Oby $100.00 Intended Use: Investment 102. 19-01409 Lot: 6pt. (S1/2), Square 270 Subdivision: Swart Addition Applicant: Ricky D. Griffin Address: South 10th Street Metro Council District: 10 - Wicker Initial Bid Amount $ 100.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 905.00 Appraised Value: $ 3,000.00 Taxes Due: $ 1,686.28 Adjudicated for 2010 taxes Bids Received: 1/15/2020 High Bidder: Bright Beginnings Community Development $200.00 Intended Use: Blight elimination and redevelopment 103. 19-01410 Lot: D-2, Square 16 Subdivision: Swart Addition Applicant: Bright Beginnings Community Development, Inc. Address: Louise Street Metro Council District: 10 - Wicker Initial Bid Amount $ 500.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 500.00 Appraised Value: $ 15,000.00 Taxes Due: $ 3,344.63 Adjudicated for 2015 taxes Bids Received: 1/15/2020 High Bidder: Bright Beginnings Community Development, Inc. $500.00 Intended Use: Blight elimination and redevelopment 104. 19-01411 Lot: 11pt. +, Square 6, Subdivision: Ogden Place Applicant: Justin Gaudet Address: Bedford Avenue Metro Council District: 10 - Wicker Initial Bid Amount $ 200.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 500.00 Appraised Value: $ 150,000.00 Taxes Due: $ 6,731.30 Adjudicated for 2015 taxes Bids Received: 1/15/2020 High Bidder: Christopher Robins $61,000.00 Intended Use: Investment property 105. 19-01412 Lot: 22pt.+, Square 12 Subdivision: North Highlands Addition Applicant: Clyde Edwards Address: Sherwood Street Metro Council District: 10 - Wicker Initial Bid Amount $ 500.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 1,200.00 Appraised Value: $ 25,000.00 Taxes Due: $ 14,424.36 Adjudicated for 1989 taxes Bids Received: 1/15/2020 High Bidder: Clyde Edwards $500.00 Intended Use: Redevelopment 106. 19-01413 Lot: 6pt. (N 1/2), Square 270 Subdivision: Swart Addition Applicant: Ricky D. Griffin Address: South 10th Street Metro Council District: 10 - Wicker Initial Bid Amount $ 100.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 855.00 Appraised Value: $ 3,000.00 Taxes Due: $ 3,899.24 Adjudicated for 1988 taxes Bids Received: 1/15/2020 High Bidder: Bright Beginnings Community Development $200.00 Intended Use: Blight elimination and redevelopment 107. 19-01414 Lot: 48 Subdivision: Perkins Village Applicant: Michael Williams Address: Dumaine Avenue Metro Council District: 9 - Hudson Initial Bid Amount $ 600.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 500.00 Appraised Value: $ 75,000.00 Taxes Due: $ 5,302.71 Adjudicated for 2015 taxes Bids Received: 1/15/2020 High Bidder: Christopher Robins $50,000.00 Intended Use: Investment property 108. 19-01415 Lot: 14, Square 3 Subdivision: Schorten Place Applicant: Merlin Miller Address: Sycamore Street Metro Council District: 10 - Wicker Initial Bid Amount $ 1,500.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 500.00 Appraised Value: $ 15,000.00 Taxes Due: $ 2,498.93 Adjudicated for 2015 taxes Bids Received: 1/15/2020 High Bidder: CLA Enterprises $14,700.00 Intended Use: Rehabilitation and rent 109. 19-01416 Lot: 7 Subdivision: St. Pius Place Applicant: Tyquincia Jones Address: St. Pius Avenue Metro Council District: 5 - Green Initial Bid Amount $ 100.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 500.00 Appraised Value: $ 25,000.00 Taxes Due: $ 6,154.17 Adjudicated for 2015 taxes Bids Received: 1/15/2020 High Bidder: Gregory Darville $51,500.00 Intended Use: Rent 110. 19-01417 Lot: 22, Square 2 Subdivision: Monte Sano Highland Farms Applicant: Gail Barrow Address: Kaufman Street Metro Council District: 10 - Wicker Initial Bid Amount $ 1,000.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 500.00 Appraised Value: $ 5,000.00 Taxes Due: $ 2,745.90 Adjudicated for 2015 taxes Bids Received: 1/15/2020 High Bidder: Gail Barrow $1,000.00 Intended Use: Investment property 111. 19-01418 Lot: 5pt., Square 4 Subdivision: Lorente Town Applicant: Curtis Lee Bolton, III Address: Government Street Metro Council District: 10 - Wicker Initial Bid Amount $ 100.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 500.00 Appraised Value: $ 325,000.00 Taxes Due: $ 8,833.32 Adjudicated for 2015 taxes Bids Received: 1/15/2020 High Bidder: Bright Beginnings Community Development, Inc. $120,000.00 Intended Use: Redevelop and put back into commerce 112. 19-01419 Lot: 2, Square 60 Subdivision: Monte Sano Highland Farms Applicant: Stanley Martin Address: Kaufman Street Metro Council District: 10 - Wicker Initial Bid Amount $ 100.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 500.00 Appraised Value: $ 15,000.00 Taxes Due: $ 3,125.23 Adjudicated for 2015 taxes Bids Received: 1/15/2020 High Bidder: CLA Enterprises $3,000.00 Intended Use: Rehabilitation and rent
ADMINISTRATIVE MATTER INTRODUCTIONS A. 20-00132 Rescinding and directing the Clerk of Court to cancel the Decision and Order recorded on August 30, 2019 at Original 671 of Bundle 12978 in the matter of "City of Baton Rouge vs. CCHARLEE C, L.L.C. (Previously J3 Rentals, L.L.C.)" - Condemnation Proceeding No. 10065 (140 East State Street, Lot 8, Square E, Arbour Place Subdivision). Reason for rescission: The property is going to be sold and fixed up. By Councilwoman Tara Wicker. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 12, 2020
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) Jada Lewis This item was deferred from November 13, 2019 and January 8, 2020
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 and January 8, 2020
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 and January 8, 2020
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 and January 8, 2020
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 and January 8, 2020
20-00130 MUNICIPAL FIRE & POLICE CIVIL SERVICE BOARD Consideration of replacing Fran Bussie who has resigned. This term will expire on July 23, 2021. (Must live in the City of Baton Rouge) Current Ballot Jennifer Carwile Julie Cherry Gayle Joseph
20-00131 DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT Concurring in the Mayor President's recommendation to replace, Fran Gladden, effective 1/22/2020. This is a three (3) year term. Current Ballot Erin Wesley Monroe
20-00098 East Chimes Street Bridge Replacement Project Number: 11-BR-LA-0038 Original Estimated Cost: $ 924,345.50 Purchase Order Number: PO161168 Account Number: 152.7523026.652330.5230009 Council Award Date: 9/14/2016 Contractor: Grady Crawford Construction Co. Inc. Change Order Number: 1 (Final) (Extend contract for 347additional days) Change Order Amount: $ 340,335.21 Original Contract Amount: $ 932,283.58 Net Previous Changes: $ -0- New Contract Amount: $ 1,272,618.79 Description: Adjust contract quantities of all items to as-built quantities to make payment for final field measured quantities. Why Required: To make payment for final field-measured quantities and add 347 calendar days to contract time.
FINAL ACCEPTANCES 121. 20-00068 Chaneyville Volunteer FS 42 – Phase 1 Project Number: 18-ASC-CP-1108 Account Number: 4610-1000-20-1007-0000-YR13-000000-652000-92001 Council Award Date: 8/8/2018 Contractor: The Luster Group, LLC Estimated Cost: $ 250,000.00 Contract Amount: $ 229,000.00 Total Change Orders: (2): $ 167,745.39 Final Cost: $ 396,745.39 Days Allocated: 467 Days Used: 456 Liquidated Damages: $ None 122. 20-00100 East Chimes Street Bridge Replacement Project Number: 11-BR-LA-0038 Account Number: 152.7523026.652330.5230009 Council Award Date: 9/14/2016 Contractor: Grady Crawford Construction Co., Inc. Estimated Cost: $ 924,345.50 Contract Amount: $ 932,283.58 Total Change Orders: (1-Final): $ 340,335.21 Final Cost: $ 1,272,618.79 Days Allocated: 547 Days Used: 547 Liquidated Damages: $ -0-
ACCEPTANCE OF LOW BIDS 123. 20-00069 Central Garage Fencing Access Control (Restart) Project: 19-ASC-CP-1201 Account: 1000-7100-30-7140-0000-0000-000000-643500-40000 Estimate: $220,000.00 *Local **In State *Allied Systems, Inc. $ 231,689.00 *Automatic Access Gates, LLC $ 295,000.00 **Capital Area Construction, L.L.C. $ 343,000.00
OTHER ITEMS 20-00001 Receiving a report from the Department of Information Services on the progress of the implementation of the City-Parish Open Data Policy. By Information Services Director.
20-00061 Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute an amendment to the subrecipient agreement with the State of Louisiana, Division of Administration, Office of Community Development, related to the 2016 Community Development Block Grant – Declared Disaster Recovery Funds, allocated to East Baton Rouge Parish following the 2016 flood event, adding $200,000 to the current agreement, bringing the total to $10,712,278.20, and also extending the end date from 01/23/2023 to 07/31/2023. This amendment follows approval of the 2016 Action Plan Amendment transferring these funds from administrative costs to a homelessness prevention project for expanded emergency shelter capacity. By Office of Community Development. Reason for emergency: This is an emergency item so that the amended subrecipient agreement can be executed by all parties, and associated invoices can be paid.
20-00114 Authorizing the Mayor-President to enter into a contract with Center for Internet Security, Inc. for an amount not to exceed $30,000 for the network security monitoring. By Information Services Director. Reason for emergency: In order to expedite service delivery and thereby further protect the City-Parish network
20-00118 Authorizing Mayor President to reallocate $0.36 of 2013 HOPWA funds and $637,536.01 of 2016 HOPWA funds, for a total of $637,536.37, to B&T Premier Care Management, and $31,357.52 of 2013 ESG funds and $21,206.13 of 2017 ESG funds, for a total of $52,563.65, to B&T Premier Care Management. These funds are to be expended between October 1, 2019 to October 31, 2020 on eligible HOPWA activities and October 1, 2019 to September 30, 2020 on eligible ESG activities in accordance with the Action Plan. By Community Development Director. Reason for emergency: Requesting an emergency due to the expenditure deadline given by HUD for the expiring funds. ADJOURNMENT
Jan 22, 2020 Metropolitan Council
Presentations and Special Recognitions
Presentations and Special Recognitions
CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL INVOCATION PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Additional Item
Adoption and Approval of Minutes
1. 20-00099 Approval and adoption of minutes of the Metropolitan Council Meeting of January 8, 2020, the Greater Baton Rouge Airport Commission Meeting of January 7, 2020. and the Metropolitan Council Zoning Meeting of January 15, 2020. By Council Administrator/Treasurer.
INTRODUCTIONS 2. 20-00034 Granting a renewal of a Five-Year property tax abatement estimated at $14,118 per year for Creative Bloc located at 804-816 Main Street. This application is referred by Louisiana Economic Development Restoration Tax Abatement Program to the City of Baton Rouge as RTA application #2013-0119 for the purpose of encouraging private investment and restoration of property. By Planning Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 12, 2020 3. 20-00060 Amending the 2020 current expense budget for the Hermitage/Cross Creek Crime Prevention and Development District so as to appropriate $40,050 to reflect the renewal of the district’s parcel fee. By Hermitage/Cross Creek Crime Prevention and Development District. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 12, 2020 CONDEMNATION INTRODUCTIONS 4. 20-00101 Dalton Wayne Honore, I; Desiree Waynette Honore; Dalton Wayne Honore, II; and Darryl Wayneman Honore 10069 Avenue A, Lots 34 and 35, Square 39 University Place Subdivision - Council District 2 - Banks Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 12, 2020 5. 20-00102 Ezekiel Valshawn Brown 5317 Enterprise Street, Lot 157 Brookstown Place Subdivision - Council District 5 - Green Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 12, 2020 6. 20-00103 Wholesale Homes of Walker, LLC 3388 Hollywood Street, Lot 6 and the East ½ of Lot 5, Square 17 Hollywood Subdivision - Council District 5 - Green Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 12, 2020 7. 20-00104 Damon B. Scott and Jerri Matthews Scott 6170 Byron Street, Lot 8, Square 5 White Plains Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 12, 2020 8. 20-00105 Daystar Property Management, LLC 1217 North 36th Street, Lot 35, Square 9 Eden Park Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 12, 2020 9. 20-00106 Suchitra J. Satpathi and Chad C. Dyer 1326 East Washington Street, W ½ of Lot 4, Square 17 South Baton Rouge Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 12, 2020 10. 20-00107 Purple Circle Social Club 1313 South Street, Lot 45, Square 241 Favrot Subdivision - Council District 10 - Wicker Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 12, 2020 ADJUDICATED PROPERTY INTRODUCTIONS 11. 20-00063 Lot: 7pt., Square 108 Subdivision: Istrouma Applicant: Joseph P. Johnson Address: Huron 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: $ 4,918.66 12. 20-00064 Lot: 13, Square 2 Subdivision: Hero Park Applicant: J. Patrick Cave Address: Terrace Street-MOW TO OWN Metro Council District: 10 - Wicker Initial Bid Amount $ 100.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 555.00 Appraised Value: $ N/A - MOW TO OWN Taxes Due: $ 2,319.68 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 12, 2020 13. 20-00065 Lot: 6, Square 64 Subdivision: G. E. Noble Tract Applicant: Troy and Alexis Jones Address: Slaughter Road-MOW TO OWN Metro Council District: 1 - Welch Initial Bid Amount $ 100.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 555.00 Appraised Value: $ N/A - MOW TO OWN Taxes Due: $ 3,057.46 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 12, 2020 14. 20-00066 Lot: 17pt. & 18pt., Square 36 Subdivision: South Baton Rouge Applicant: Joseph Miles Address: East Johnson Street-MOW TO OWN Metro Council District: 10 - Wicker Initial Bid Amount $ 100.00 per lot Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 555.00 & 605.00 Appraised Value: $ N/A - MOW TO OWN Taxes Due: $ 1,239.80 and 1,326.93 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 12, 2020 15. 20-00108 Lot: 1157-A Subdivision: Sherwood Forest Subdivision Applicant: Marvin Forest Address: Holt Avenue Metro Council District: 4 - Wilson Initial Bid Amount $ 500.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 500.00 Appraised Value: $ 5,000.00 Taxes Due: $ 4,440.38 Adjudicated for 2013 taxes Bids Received: 2/19/2020 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 26, 2020 16. 20-00109 Lot: 2+, Square 53 Subdivision: North Baton Rouge Applicant: Liso Terrell Thomas, Sr. Address: Progress Road Metro Council District: 2 - Banks Initial Bid Amount $ 100.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 500.00 Appraised Value: $ 5,500.00 Taxes Due: $ 2,608.68 Adjudicated for 2015 taxes Bids Received: 2/19/2020 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 26, 2020 17. 20-00110 Lot: 15 & 16, Square 43 Subdivision: Fortune Applicant: Paul E. Matthews Address: Packard Street Metro Council District: 5 - Green Initial Bid Amount $ 100.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 500.00 Appraised Value: $ 3,000.00 Taxes Due: $ 1,217.35 Adjudicated for 2005 taxes Bids Received: 2/19/2020 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 26, 2020 18. 20-00111 Lot: 11 Subdivision: West Windsor Applicant: James Escort Address: Harco Drive Metro Council District: 6 - Collins-Lewis Initial Bid Amount $ 100.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 500.00 Appraised Value: $ 20,000.00 Taxes Due: $ 4,060.71 Adjudicated for 2015 taxes Bids Received: 2/19/2020 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 26, 2020 19. 20-00112 Lot: 2, Square 9 Subdivision: East Fairfields Applicant: Dominique Banks Address: North Foster Drive Metro Council District: 7 - Cole Initial Bid Amount $ 100.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 500.00 Appraised Value: $ 22,500.00 Taxes Due: $ 4,282.49 Adjudicated for 2015 taxes Bids Received: 2/19/2020 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 26, 2020 20. 20-00117 Lot: 1 & 2pt., Square 3 Subdivision: East Fairfields Applicant: Dominique Banks Address: North Foster Drive Metro Council District: 7 - Cole Initial Bid Amount $ 100.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 1,310.00 Appraised Value: $ 33,750.00 Taxes Due: $ 3,732.89 Adjudicated for 2001 taxes Bids Received: 2/19/2020 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 26, 2020 21. 20-00119 Lot: 24 Subdivision: Clark Applicant: Ricky Daniels, Jr. Address: Oleander Street Metro Council District: 10 - Wicker Initial Bid Amount $ 500.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 725.00 Appraised Value: $ 18,000.00 Taxes Due: $ 3,934.44 Adjudicated for 2005 taxes Bids Received: 2/19/2020 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 26, 2020 22. 20-00120 Lot: 20, Square 4 Subdivision: Mound City Applicant: Susan Kaufman Address: Delphine Street Metro Council District: 10 - Wicker Initial Bid Amount $ 200.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 855.00 Appraised Value: $ 15,000.00 Taxes Due: $ 2,297.10 Adjudicated for 2009 taxes Bids Received: 2/19/2020 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 26, 2020 23. 20-00121 Lot: 2, Square O Subdivision: North Fairfields Applicant: Ricco Thomas Address: Adams Avenue Metro Council District: 7 - Cole Initial Bid Amount $ 100.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 500.00 Appraised Value: $ 5,000.00 Taxes Due: $ 1,718.22 Adjudicated for 2015 taxes Bids Received: 2/19/2020 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 26, 2020 24. 20-00122 Lot: 6+, Square 17 Subdivision: Hollywood Applicant: Alvin & Verdia Johnson Address: Hollywood Street Metro Council District: 5 - Green Initial Bid Amount $ 2,000.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 500.00 Appraised Value: $ 35,000.00 Taxes Due: $ 3,709.01 Adjudicated for 2015 taxes Bids Received: 2/19/2020 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 26, 2020 25. 20-00123 Lot: 16pt., Square 2 Subdivision: Greenville Addition Applicant: Joann Mayweather Address: North 39th Street Metro Council District: 7 - Cole Initial Bid Amount $ 1,100.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 850.00 Appraised Value: $ 2,000.00 Taxes Due: $ 2,271.57 Adjudicated for 1990 taxes Bids Received: 2/19/2020 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 26, 2020 26. 20-00124 Lot: 22, Square 102 Subdivision: South Baton Rouge Applicant: Cynthia R. Ford Address: West Grant Street Metro Council District: 10 - Wicker Initial Bid Amount $ 500.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 500.00 Appraised Value: $ 3,500.00 Taxes Due: $ 3,704.01 Adjudicated for 2015 taxes Bids Received: 2/19/2020 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 19, 2020 27. 20-00125 Lot: 23+, Square 5 Subdivision: Fortune Applicant: Patricia J. Jones Address: Packard Street Metro Council District: 10 - Wicker Initial Bid Amount $ 300.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 500.00 Appraised Value: $ 3,500.00 Taxes Due: $ 1,738.30 Adjudicated for 2015 taxes Bids Received: 2/19/2020 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 26, 2020 28. 20-00127 Lot: 12+, Square 2 Subdivision: Baton Rouge Terrace Applicant: Keith Tillage Address: Choctaw Drive Metro Council District: 7 - Cole Initial Bid Amount $ 1,000.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 500.00 Appraised Value: $ 75,000.00 Taxes Due: $ 1,505.02 Adjudicated for 2015 taxes Bids Received: 2/19/2020 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 26, 2020 29. 20-00128 Lot: 14+, Square 2 Subdivision: Baton Rouge Terrace Applicant: Keith Tillage Address: Choctaw Drive Metro Council District: 7 - Cole Initial Bid Amount $ 1,000.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 500.00 Appraised Value: $ 75,000.00 Taxes Due: $ 6,558.84 Adjudicated for 2015 taxes Bids Received: 2/19/2020 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 26, 2020 PLANNING AND ZONING INTRODUCTIONS 30. 20-00059 RV-2-20 Madeline Court A request to revoke a 7.5 foot utility servitude, located west of Madeline Court and north of Florida Boulevard, on Lot 6-A-1 of the Madeline Court Subdivision (Council District 6 - Collins-Lewis) PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Planning Staff certifies that the proposed request meets the minimum requirements of the UDC COMMISSION ACTION: No hearing before the Planning Commission required, per UDC Section 3.6.3 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 19, 2020 Aerial Map Vicinity Map Exhibit Dept of Development LONO Dept of Transportation and Drainage LONO 31. 20-00070 PA-1-20 8100 Perkins Road To amend the Comprehensive Land Use Plan from Residential Neighborhood to Commercial on property located on the south side of Perkins Road, east of Bles Avenue, on Lot A of George H. Baker Property. Section 55, T7S, R1E, GLD, EBRP, LA (Council District 12 - Freiberg) PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Recommend approval, based on review of the area at a greater level of detail COMMISSION ACTION: Motion to approve carried, 8-0 Related to Case 3-20 Application Staff Report 32. 20-00071 Case 3-20 8100 Perkins Road To rezone from Light Commercial (C1) to Heavy Commercial (HC1) on property located on the south side of Perkins Road, east of Bles Avenue, on Lot A of George H. Baker Property. Section 55, T7S, R1E, GLD, EBRP, LA (Council District 12 - Freiberg) PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Staff certifies that the proposed request meets the criteria for a change of zoning, if the companion Comprehensive Plan Amendment is approved, being consistent with the Comprehensive Plan, compatible with surrounding uses, and conforming to Unified Development Code requirements COMMISSION ACTION: Motion to approve carried, 8-0 Related to PA-1-20 Application Staff Report 33. 20-00072 PA-2-20 Imagine Plank Road Small Area Plan Small Area Plan for Plank Road corridor PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Recommend approval, considering consistency with the comprehensive plan and the public engagement process utilized by Build Baton Rouge throughout 2019 COMMISSION ACTION: Motion to approve carried, 9-0 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 19, 2020 Staff Report Small Area Plan 34. 20-00073 TA-16-19 Hundred Oaks Overlay To maintain the character of the Hundred Oaks neighborhood by requiring lot sizes historically used for residential development more in keeping with the historic pattern and zoning of the area PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Staff recommends approval, based on neighborhood support and consistency with the comprehensive plan COMMISSION ACTION: Motion to approve with amended boundary to remove lots south of interstate carried, 9-0 Related to Case 4-20 Staff Report 35. 20-00074 Case 4-20 Hundred Oaks Overlay To revise the Official Zoning District Map to designate the boundary for the Hundred Oaks Overlay on the properties and addresses listed in the general boundaries to the north of Interstate Highway 10 (or the Kansas City Southern railroad), west of South Acadian Thruway (or the Dawson Creek), south of Malmaison Drive and Tyrone Drive, and east of the intersection of Tyrone Drive and South Eugene Street. Sections 67 and 94, T7S, R1E, GLD, EBRP, LA (Council District 7 - Cole) PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Staff certifies that the proposed request meets the criteria for a change of zoning, being consistent with the Comprehensive Plan, compatible with surrounding uses, and conforming to Unified Development Code requirements. COMMISSION ACTION: Motion to approve with amended boundary to remove lots south of interstate carried, 9-0 Related to TA-16-19 Staff Report Revised Map 36. 20-00075 Case 81-19 2559 Plank Road To rezone from Limited Residential (A3.1) to Heavy Commercial (HC1) on property located west of Plank Road, south of Seneca Street and east of Osceola Street, on Lots 1-7 of Suburb Istrouma. Section 39, T7S, R1W, GLD, EBRP, LA (Council District 10 - Wicker) COMMISSION ACTION: Motion to defer to February 17 carried, 9-0 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 19, 2020 Application 37. 20-00076 Case 1-20 5380 Jones Creek Road To rezone from Heavy Commercial (C2) to Commercial Alcoholic Beverage (Restaurant) (C-AB-1) on property located on the west side of Jones Creek Road, south of Market Street, on a portion of Lot 2-A-1-B-A of Albert Dixon Property. Section 28, T7S, R2E, GLD, EBRP, LA (Council District 8 - Amoroso) PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Staff certifies that the proposed request meets the criteria for a change of zoning, being consistent with the Comprehensive Plan, compatible with surrounding uses, and conforming to Unified Development Code requirements COMMISSION ACTION: Motion to approve carried, 9-0 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 19, 2020 Application Staff Report 38. 20-00077 Case 2-20 5605 Jones Creek Road To rezone from Heavy Commercial (C2) to Commercial Alcoholic Beverage (Restaurant) (C-AB-1) on property located on the west side of Jones Creek Road, south of Market Street, on a portion of Lot 2-A-1-B-A of Albert Dixon Property. Section 28, T7S, R2E, GLD, EBRP, LA (Council District 9 - Hudson) PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Staff certifies that the proposed request meets the criteria for a change of zoning, being consistent with the Comprehensive Plan, compatible with surrounding uses, and conforming to Unified Development Code requirements COMMISSION ACTION: Motion to approve carried, 9-0 Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 19, 2020 Application Staff Report OTHER INTRODUCTIONS 39. 20-00035 Receiving the annual report of project applications in the North Baton Rouge Economic Opportunity Zone in accordance with Ordinance 16215. By Council Administrator/Treasurer. By Planning Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 12, 2020 Legislation Cover Letter Ordinance 16215 Legislation 40. 20-00062 Authorizing the Mayor-President to amend the contract with Roedell Parson Koch Blache Balhoff & McCollister, ALC that provides legal representation for the Chief of Police before the Municipal Fire and Police Civil Service Board to increase by $25,100 for invoices due through December 31, 2019. By Police Chief. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 12, 2020 Legislation AMEND & INCREASE CONTRACT FOR LEGAL SERVICES 41. 20-00067 Amending Resolution 54414, adopted August 14, 2019, accepting all work done by the contractor, Rotolo Consultants, Inc., for the Riverfront Plaza Phase I Landscape & Lighting Renovation, City-Parish Project No. 17-ASC-CP-1084, Contract No. 800001274, so as to amend the final cost of said contract, as determined by the Department of Buildings and Grounds, from $862,764.30 to reduced amount of $822,201.81. All other provisions of said Resolution 54414 not in conflict herewith remain in full force and effect. By Buildings and Grounds Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 12, 2020 Legislation Cover Letter 42. 20-00036 Authorizing the Mayor-President and the Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness to apply for a nationally competitive Flood Mitigation Assistance grant award. Federal funding is available for up to 100% of the eligible activity costs. Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) may contribute up to 100% for Severe Repetitive Loss (SRL) properties and up to 90% for Repetitive Loss (RL) properties. The application is proposed for the Hazard Mitigation activity for approximately 19 Severe Repetitive Loss (SRL) and 25 Repetitive Loss (RL) properties within East Baton Rouge Parish. By Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 12, 2020 Legislation Cover Letter 43. 20-00078 Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute supplemental agreement 1 to the contract with Professional Engineering Consultants Corporation to provide surveys and design services for the 72nd Avenue Ped Improvements (Scenic Highway to I-110) Improvement project, being RFQ No. 18-ES-DTD-002, and City-Parish Project No. 17-SW-US-0035 in an amount not to exceed $110,581.98. (Account No. 9227100031-2331 00000-0000000000-653340). By Transportation and Drainage Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 12, 2020 Legislation Council Backup Memo 44. 20-00079 Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute a supplemental agreement with Arcadis U.S., Inc. to provide professional engineering services for the Alphonse Forbes Road at Sandy Bayou Replacement project, being City-Parish Project No. 18-BR-PT-0017 in an amount not to exceed $165,948.55. By Transportation and Drainage Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 12, 2020 Legislation Council Backup Memo 45. 20-00080 Authorize the Mayor-President to execute a Contract for Acquisition and Relocation Services with Ric Bajon & Associates, LLC, for services associated with MOVEBR Capacity Project Old Hammond Hwy Improvements, Segment 2 East Baton Rouge Parish LA Hwy 426, being City-Parish Project No. 06-CS-HC-0028, in an amount not to exceed $70,180.00. (Account No. 9217100023-4304-00206- -651120). By Transportation and Drainage Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 12, 2020 Legislation Council Backup Memo 46. 20-00081 Authorize the Mayor-President to execute a Contract for Acquisition and Relocation Services with Geoff Wilson Engineering, LLC, for services associated with MOVEBR Capacity Project Old Hammond Hwy Improvements, Segment 2 East Baton Rouge Parish LA Hwy 426, being City-Parish Project No. 06-CS-HC-0028, in an amount not to exceed $73,370.00. (Account No. 9217100023-4304-00206- -651120). By Transportation and Drainage Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 12, 2020 Legislation Council Backup Memo 47. 20-00082 Authorize the Mayor-President to execute a Contract for Appraisal Services with BDS Enterprises, Inc., for appraisal services associated with MOVEBR Capacity Project Old Hammond Hwy Improvements, Segment 2, East Baton Rouge Parish LA Hwy 426 being City-Parish Project No. 06-CS-HC-0028, in an amount not to exceed $19,800.00. (Account No. 9217100023-4304-00206- -651120). By Transportation and Drainage Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 12, 2020 Legislation Council Backup Memo 48. 20-00083 Authorizing the Mayor-President to amend a subrecipient contract with the Capitol City Family Health Center for an increase in the amount of $10,185.00 for a total amount of $650,448.00 awarded under the Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program, for the grant period March 1, 2019 through February 29, 2020 and to amend the subrecipient contract if additional funding becomes available; and authorizing the Director of the DHDS to adjust the subrecipient contract budget and reallocate funding between service providers during the course of the program year to advance the purposes of the Ryan White program; and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By Human Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 12, 2020 Legislation Cover Letter 49. 20-00084 Authorize the Mayor –President to execute a contract for professional engineering services with Bonton Associate, LLC to provide for the design of the Claycut Avenue Sidewalk Improvements, being City-Parish Project 17-SW-HC-0001, in an amount not to exceed $38,354.70 (Account No. 9227100041-2331-00000-0000000000-653340). By Transportation and Drainage Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 12, 2020 Legislation Council Backup Memo 50. 20-00085 Authorizing the Mayor-President to amend a subrecipient contract with the Capitol City Family Health Center for an increase in the amount of $59,420.00 for a total amount of $709,868.00 awarded under the Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program, for the grant period March 1, 2019 through February 29, 2020 and to amend the subrecipient contract if additional funding becomes available; and authorizing the Director of the DHDS to adjust the subrecipient contract budget and reallocate funding between service providers during the course of the program year to advance the purposes of the Ryan White program; and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By Human Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 12, 2020 Legislation Cover Letter 51. 20-00086 Authorizing the Mayor-President to amend a subrecipient contract with Family Service of Greater Baton Rouge for an increase in the amount of $6,600 for a total amount of $800,850.00 awarded under the Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program, for the grant period March 1, 2019 through February 29, 2020 and to amend the subrecipient contract if additional funding becomes available; and authorizing the Director of the DHDS to adjust the subrecipient contract budget and reallocate funding between service providers during the course of the program year to advance the purposes of the Ryan White program; and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By Human Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 12, 2020 Legislation Cover Letter 52. 20-00087 Authorizing the Mayor-President to amend a subrecipient contract with the HIV/AIDS Alliance for Region 2 for an increase in the amount of $11,000.00 for a total amount of $213,780.00 awarded under the Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program Minority AIDS Initiative, for the grant period March 1, 2019 through February 29, 2020 and to amend the subrecipient contract if additional funding becomes available; and authorizing the Director of the DHDS to adjust the subrecipient contract budget and reallocate funding between service providers during the course of the program year to advance the purposes of the Ryan White program; and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By Human Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 12, 2020 Legislation Cover Letter 53. 20-00088 Authorizing settlement of the matter entitled "Jasmine Moore v. Napoleon Moore and the City/Parish," Suit No. 630,443, on the docket of the 19th Judicial District Court, in the amount of $14,500.00, plus court costs in the amount of $942.97, for a total amount of $15,442.97, 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 Joshua M. Palmintier). By Parish Attorney. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 12, 2020 Legislation Supporting Documentation to be hand delivered. 54. 20-00089 Authorizing the Mayor-President to amend a subrecipient contract with Our Lady of the Lake, Inc. for an increase in the amount of $16,500.00 for a total amount of $468,050 awarded under the Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program, for the grant period March 1, 2019 through February 29, 2020 and to amend the subrecipient contract if additional funding becomes available; and authorizing the Director of the DHDS to adjust the subrecipient contract budget and reallocate funding between service providers during the course of the program year to advance the purposes of the Ryan White Program; and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By Human Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 12, 2020 Legislation Cover Letter 55. 20-00090 Authorizing the Mayor-President to amend a subrecipient contract with Our Lady of the Lake, Inc. for an increase in the amount of $1,715.00 for a total of $72,115.00 awarded under the Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program Minority AIDS Initiative, for the grant period March 1, 2019 through February 29, 2020 and to amend the subrecipient contract if additional funding becomes available; and authorizing the Director of the DHDS to adjust the subrecipient contract budget and reallocate funding between service providers during the course of the program year to advance the purposes of the Ryan White program; and authorizing the execution of all documents in connection therewith. By Human Services Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 12, 2020 Legislation Cover Letter 56. 20-00091 A Resolution by the Mayor-President of the City of Baton Rouge and the Parish of East Baton Rouge, and the members of the Metropolitan Council of East Baton Rouge Parish, commending the 2019 - 2020 National Champion Louisiana State University Tiger Football Team for its 15 - 0 season, and for winning the College Football Playoff National Championship. By Mayor-President Sharon Weston Broome. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 12, 2020 Legislation LSU 2020 CFP National Championship 57. 20-00092 Authorize the Mayor-President to execute a Contract for Appraisal Services with Britlan Appraisals, Inc., for appraisal services associated with MOVEBR Capacity Project Old Hammond Hwy Improvements, Segment 2 East Baton Rouge Parish LA Hwy 426, being City-Parish Project No. 06-CS-HC-0028, in an amount not to exceed $23,760.00. (Account No. 9217100023-4304-00206- -651120). By Transportation and Drainage Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 12, 2020 Legislation Council Backup Memo 58. 20-00093 Authorize the Mayor-President to execute a Contract for Appraisal Services with James G. Lipscomb Appraisal Company, LLC, for appraisal services associated with MOVEBR Capacity Project Old Hammond Hwy Improvements, Segment 2, East Baton Rouge Parish LA Hwy 426 being City-Parish Project No. 06-CS-HC-0028, in an amount not to exceed $25,080.00 (ACCOUNT NO. 9217100023-4304-00206- -651120). By Transportation and Drainage Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 12, 2020 Legislation Council Backup Memo 59. 20-00094 Authorize the Mayor-President to execute a Contract for Appraisal Services with Lowery Enterprises of the South, Inc., for appraisal services associated with MOVEBR Capacity Project Old Hammond Hwy Improvements, Segment 2, East Baton Rouge Parish LA Hwy 426 being City-Parish Project No. 06-CS-HC-0028, in an amount not to exceed $23,760.00. (ACCOUNT NO. 9217100023-4304-00206- -651120). By Transportation and Drainage Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 12, 2020 Legislation Council Backup Memo 60. 20-00095 Authorize the Mayor-President to execute a Contract for Appraisal Services with Robinson Appraisal Services, LLC, for appraisal services associated with MOVEBR Capacity Project Old Hammond Hwy Improvements, Segment 2, East Baton Rouge Parish LA Hwy 426 being City-Parish Project No. 06-CS-HC-0028, in an amount not to exceed $19,800.00. (ACCOUNT NO. 9217100023-4304-00206- -651120). By Transportation and Drainage Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 12, 2020 Legislation Council Backup Memo 61. 20-00096 Authorize the Mayor-President to execute a Contract for Appraisal Services with R-O-W Acquisitions, LLC, for appraisal services associated with MOVEBR Capacity Project Old Hammond Hwy Improvements, Segment 2, East Baton Rouge Parish LA Hwy 426 being City-Parish Project No. 06-CS-HC-0028, in an amount not to exceed $25,080.00. (ACCOUNT NO. 9217100023-4304-00206- -651120). By Transportation and Drainage Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 12, 2020 Legislation Council Backup Memo 62. 20-00097 Authorize the Mayor-President to execute a joint funding agreement with the U.S. Department of the Interior, U.S. Geological Survey for Water Resource Investigations for the period January 1, 2020 to December 31, 2020, in an amount not to exceed $95,940.00. (ACCOUNT NO. 1000-7100-30-7120-*-*-*64350). By Transportation and Drainage Director. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 12, 2020 Legislation Council Backup Memo Council Backup Document 63. 20-00113 Receiving a comprehensive year-end report and PowerPoint presentation 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. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 12, 2020 Legislation Cover Letter 64. 20-00115 Receiving a PowerPoint presentation from the EBRPPRC Medical Task force Report on Healthcare Challenges in the Parish Jail. By Councilwoman Chauna Banks. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 12, 2020 Legislation Cover Letter 65. 20-00116 A resolution approving an annual payment in lieu of taxes to the Sheriff of Livingston Parish in an amount not to exceed the current property tax payment, respectively, in accordance with a memorandum of understanding between the Capital Area Finance Authority and Juban Interchange Partners IV, LLC. By Councilwoman Donna Collins-Lewis. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 12, 2020 Legislation PILOT MOU draft legislation 66. 20-00126 Directing the Mayor-President to enter into an agreement to transfer or lease 2 acres of the City Parish Property located at 3207 Main Street, Baker LA 70714 (also known as The North Maintenance Lot) to the Mosquito Abatement and Rodent Control (MARC) and to amend the CEA between the Department of Health and the Mosquito Abatement and Rodent Control (Resolution 53820) section 2.2 Deliverables to read: Install the shredder and equipment at the East Baton Rouge Mosquito Parish Abatement and Rodent Control location of 3207 Main Street, Baker, LA 70714. By Councilwoman Chauna Banks. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 12, 2020 Legislation Cover Letter
CONDEMNATIONS 67. 19-01191 Gregory Joseph Messina 4944 Sunnybrook Drive, Lot 64 Sunnybrook Subdivision (1st Filing) - Council District 5 - Green This item was deferred from November 26, 2019 Picture Picture Inspector's Report Picture Picture Picture Picture Picture Picture 68. 20-00012 Tonya N. Day 21042 Jon Michelle Drive, Lot 60 Shadow Oaks Estates Subdivision - Council District 1 - Welch Picture Picture Inspector's Report Picture Picture Picture Picture 69. 20-00013 Catherine Ballard Collins 21357 Jon Michelle Drive, Lot 27 Shadow Oaks Estates Subdivision - Council District 1 - Welch Picture Picture Inspector's Report Picture Picture 70. 20-00014 Peggy Hairston Robinson and Leonard A. Robinson 2850 77th Avenue, Lots 594 & 595 Southern Heights Subdivision - Council District 2 - Banks Picture Picture Inspector's Report Picture Picture Picture 71. 20-00015 Roosevelt Walker and Bunnitine Stewart Walker 7121 Poinsettia Drive, Lot 14 Fairlane Subdivision - Council District 5 - Green Picture Picture Inspector's Report Picture Picture 72. 20-00016 Brian Smith 7588 Poinsettia Drive, Lot 310 Greendale Subdivision, 2nd Filing - Council District 5 - Green Picture Picture Inspector's Report Picture Picture 73. 20-00017 James E. Hines, III 2149 North Foster Drive, Lot 3, Square 3 East Fairfields Subdivision - Council District 7 - Cole Picture Picture Inspector's Report Picture Picture 74. 20-00018 Provincial Properties, LLC 2127 Sherwood Meadow Drive, Lot 9 Sherwood Meadow Subdivision - Council District 8 - Amoroso Picture Picture Inspector's Report Picture Picture Picture Picture 76. 20-00020 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 Picture Picture Inspector's Report Picture Picture
20-00129 Appointing a replacement to fill the vacancy created on the Metropolitan Council in the District 12 Council seat by the election of Barbara Freiberg to the Louisiana House of Representatives. By Council Administrator/Treasurer. Reason for emergency: To fill the vacancy within the 20 day time period set by law.
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. This item was deferred from December 11, 2019
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.
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.
20-00033 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
20-00002 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.
20-00024 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.
20-00025 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.
20-00027 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.
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.
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.
20-00003 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.
20-00004 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 ($11,652.83)). By Transportation and Drainage Director.
20-00007 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.
20-00008 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.
20-00009 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-NCDSTP006-653250). By Environmental Services Director.
20-00010 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.
20-00011 Authorizing the Mayor-President to accept and execute a grant award on behalf of the Baton Rouge City Constable's Office for the 2019-2020 Drug Abuse Resistance Education (D.A.R.E.) Program in the East Baton Rouge Parish Schools in the amount of seventy-five thousand, six hundred fifty-seven dollars ($75,657.00), from the Louisiana Commission on Law Enforcement (LCLE). 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.
20-00026 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.
20-00028 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 Connects 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.
20-00029 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.
101. 19-01408 Lot: 46A Subdivision: Victoria Farms Applicant: Sheila Oby Address: Greenwell Street Metro Council District: 5 - Green Initial Bid Amount $ 100.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 500.00 Appraised Value: $ 12,000.00 Taxes Due: $ 2,611.88 Adjudicated for 2015 taxes Bids Received: 1/15/2020 High Bidder: Sheila Oby $100.00 Intended Use: Investment 102. 19-01409 Lot: 6pt. (S1/2), Square 270 Subdivision: Swart Addition Applicant: Ricky D. Griffin Address: South 10th Street Metro Council District: 10 - Wicker Initial Bid Amount $ 100.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 905.00 Appraised Value: $ 3,000.00 Taxes Due: $ 1,686.28 Adjudicated for 2010 taxes Bids Received: 1/15/2020 High Bidder: Bright Beginnings Community Development $200.00 Intended Use: Blight elimination and redevelopment 103. 19-01410 Lot: D-2, Square 16 Subdivision: Swart Addition Applicant: Bright Beginnings Community Development, Inc. Address: Louise Street Metro Council District: 10 - Wicker Initial Bid Amount $ 500.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 500.00 Appraised Value: $ 15,000.00 Taxes Due: $ 3,344.63 Adjudicated for 2015 taxes Bids Received: 1/15/2020 High Bidder: Bright Beginnings Community Development, Inc. $500.00 Intended Use: Blight elimination and redevelopment 104. 19-01411 Lot: 11pt. +, Square 6, Subdivision: Ogden Place Applicant: Justin Gaudet Address: Bedford Avenue Metro Council District: 10 - Wicker Initial Bid Amount $ 200.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 500.00 Appraised Value: $ 150,000.00 Taxes Due: $ 6,731.30 Adjudicated for 2015 taxes Bids Received: 1/15/2020 High Bidder: Christopher Robins $61,000.00 Intended Use: Investment property 105. 19-01412 Lot: 22pt.+, Square 12 Subdivision: North Highlands Addition Applicant: Clyde Edwards Address: Sherwood Street Metro Council District: 10 - Wicker Initial Bid Amount $ 500.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 1,200.00 Appraised Value: $ 25,000.00 Taxes Due: $ 14,424.36 Adjudicated for 1989 taxes Bids Received: 1/15/2020 High Bidder: Clyde Edwards $500.00 Intended Use: Redevelopment 106. 19-01413 Lot: 6pt. (N 1/2), Square 270 Subdivision: Swart Addition Applicant: Ricky D. Griffin Address: South 10th Street Metro Council District: 10 - Wicker Initial Bid Amount $ 100.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 855.00 Appraised Value: $ 3,000.00 Taxes Due: $ 3,899.24 Adjudicated for 1988 taxes Bids Received: 1/15/2020 High Bidder: Bright Beginnings Community Development $200.00 Intended Use: Blight elimination and redevelopment 107. 19-01414 Lot: 48 Subdivision: Perkins Village Applicant: Michael Williams Address: Dumaine Avenue Metro Council District: 9 - Hudson Initial Bid Amount $ 600.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 500.00 Appraised Value: $ 75,000.00 Taxes Due: $ 5,302.71 Adjudicated for 2015 taxes Bids Received: 1/15/2020 High Bidder: Christopher Robins $50,000.00 Intended Use: Investment property 108. 19-01415 Lot: 14, Square 3 Subdivision: Schorten Place Applicant: Merlin Miller Address: Sycamore Street Metro Council District: 10 - Wicker Initial Bid Amount $ 1,500.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 500.00 Appraised Value: $ 15,000.00 Taxes Due: $ 2,498.93 Adjudicated for 2015 taxes Bids Received: 1/15/2020 High Bidder: CLA Enterprises $14,700.00 Intended Use: Rehabilitation and rent 109. 19-01416 Lot: 7 Subdivision: St. Pius Place Applicant: Tyquincia Jones Address: St. Pius Avenue Metro Council District: 5 - Green Initial Bid Amount $ 100.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 500.00 Appraised Value: $ 25,000.00 Taxes Due: $ 6,154.17 Adjudicated for 2015 taxes Bids Received: 1/15/2020 High Bidder: Gregory Darville $51,500.00 Intended Use: Rent 110. 19-01417 Lot: 22, Square 2 Subdivision: Monte Sano Highland Farms Applicant: Gail Barrow Address: Kaufman Street Metro Council District: 10 - Wicker Initial Bid Amount $ 1,000.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 500.00 Appraised Value: $ 5,000.00 Taxes Due: $ 2,745.90 Adjudicated for 2015 taxes Bids Received: 1/15/2020 High Bidder: Gail Barrow $1,000.00 Intended Use: Investment property 111. 19-01418 Lot: 5pt., Square 4 Subdivision: Lorente Town Applicant: Curtis Lee Bolton, III Address: Government Street Metro Council District: 10 - Wicker Initial Bid Amount $ 100.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 500.00 Appraised Value: $ 325,000.00 Taxes Due: $ 8,833.32 Adjudicated for 2015 taxes Bids Received: 1/15/2020 High Bidder: Bright Beginnings Community Development, Inc. $120,000.00 Intended Use: Redevelop and put back into commerce 112. 19-01419 Lot: 2, Square 60 Subdivision: Monte Sano Highland Farms Applicant: Stanley Martin Address: Kaufman Street Metro Council District: 10 - Wicker Initial Bid Amount $ 100.00 Advanced costs required (certified funds): $ 500.00 Appraised Value: $ 15,000.00 Taxes Due: $ 3,125.23 Adjudicated for 2015 taxes Bids Received: 1/15/2020 High Bidder: CLA Enterprises $3,000.00 Intended Use: Rehabilitation and rent
ADMINISTRATIVE MATTER INTRODUCTIONS A. 20-00132 Rescinding and directing the Clerk of Court to cancel the Decision and Order recorded on August 30, 2019 at Original 671 of Bundle 12978 in the matter of "City of Baton Rouge vs. CCHARLEE C, L.L.C. (Previously J3 Rentals, L.L.C.)" - Condemnation Proceeding No. 10065 (140 East State Street, Lot 8, Square E, Arbour Place Subdivision). Reason for rescission: The property is going to be sold and fixed up. By Councilwoman Tara Wicker. Introduce for public hearing/meeting on February 12, 2020
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) Jada Lewis This item was deferred from November 13, 2019 and January 8, 2020
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 and January 8, 2020
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 and January 8, 2020
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 and January 8, 2020
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 and January 8, 2020
20-00130 MUNICIPAL FIRE & POLICE CIVIL SERVICE BOARD Consideration of replacing Fran Bussie who has resigned. This term will expire on July 23, 2021. (Must live in the City of Baton Rouge) Current Ballot Jennifer Carwile Julie Cherry Gayle Joseph
20-00131 DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT Concurring in the Mayor President's recommendation to replace, Fran Gladden, effective 1/22/2020. This is a three (3) year term. Current Ballot Erin Wesley Monroe
20-00098 East Chimes Street Bridge Replacement Project Number: 11-BR-LA-0038 Original Estimated Cost: $ 924,345.50 Purchase Order Number: PO161168 Account Number: 152.7523026.652330.5230009 Council Award Date: 9/14/2016 Contractor: Grady Crawford Construction Co. Inc. Change Order Number: 1 (Final) (Extend contract for 347additional days) Change Order Amount: $ 340,335.21 Original Contract Amount: $ 932,283.58 Net Previous Changes: $ -0- New Contract Amount: $ 1,272,618.79 Description: Adjust contract quantities of all items to as-built quantities to make payment for final field measured quantities. Why Required: To make payment for final field-measured quantities and add 347 calendar days to contract time.
FINAL ACCEPTANCES 121. 20-00068 Chaneyville Volunteer FS 42 – Phase 1 Project Number: 18-ASC-CP-1108 Account Number: 4610-1000-20-1007-0000-YR13-000000-652000-92001 Council Award Date: 8/8/2018 Contractor: The Luster Group, LLC Estimated Cost: $ 250,000.00 Contract Amount: $ 229,000.00 Total Change Orders: (2): $ 167,745.39 Final Cost: $ 396,745.39 Days Allocated: 467 Days Used: 456 Liquidated Damages: $ None 122. 20-00100 East Chimes Street Bridge Replacement Project Number: 11-BR-LA-0038 Account Number: 152.7523026.652330.5230009 Council Award Date: 9/14/2016 Contractor: Grady Crawford Construction Co., Inc. Estimated Cost: $ 924,345.50 Contract Amount: $ 932,283.58 Total Change Orders: (1-Final): $ 340,335.21 Final Cost: $ 1,272,618.79 Days Allocated: 547 Days Used: 547 Liquidated Damages: $ -0-
ACCEPTANCE OF LOW BIDS 123. 20-00069 Central Garage Fencing Access Control (Restart) Project: 19-ASC-CP-1201 Account: 1000-7100-30-7140-0000-0000-000000-643500-40000 Estimate: $220,000.00 *Local **In State *Allied Systems, Inc. $ 231,689.00 *Automatic Access Gates, LLC $ 295,000.00 **Capital Area Construction, L.L.C. $ 343,000.00
OTHER ITEMS 20-00001 Receiving a report from the Department of Information Services on the progress of the implementation of the City-Parish Open Data Policy. By Information Services Director.
20-00061 Authorizing the Mayor-President to execute an amendment to the subrecipient agreement with the State of Louisiana, Division of Administration, Office of Community Development, related to the 2016 Community Development Block Grant – Declared Disaster Recovery Funds, allocated to East Baton Rouge Parish following the 2016 flood event, adding $200,000 to the current agreement, bringing the total to $10,712,278.20, and also extending the end date from 01/23/2023 to 07/31/2023. This amendment follows approval of the 2016 Action Plan Amendment transferring these funds from administrative costs to a homelessness prevention project for expanded emergency shelter capacity. By Office of Community Development. Reason for emergency: This is an emergency item so that the amended subrecipient agreement can be executed by all parties, and associated invoices can be paid.
20-00114 Authorizing the Mayor-President to enter into a contract with Center for Internet Security, Inc. for an amount not to exceed $30,000 for the network security monitoring. By Information Services Director. Reason for emergency: In order to expedite service delivery and thereby further protect the City-Parish network
20-00118 Authorizing Mayor President to reallocate $0.36 of 2013 HOPWA funds and $637,536.01 of 2016 HOPWA funds, for a total of $637,536.37, to B&T Premier Care Management, and $31,357.52 of 2013 ESG funds and $21,206.13 of 2017 ESG funds, for a total of $52,563.65, to B&T Premier Care Management. These funds are to be expended between October 1, 2019 to October 31, 2020 on eligible HOPWA activities and October 1, 2019 to September 30, 2020 on eligible ESG activities in accordance with the Action Plan. By Community Development Director. Reason for emergency: Requesting an emergency due to the expenditure deadline given by HUD for the expiring funds. ADJOURNMENT