City of Alexandria, La. City Council Agenda for December 18, 2007

City Council Meeting
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Committees Part 1
Public Works / Zoning
Legal Committee - 5 minutes 40 seconds
Finance Committee - 38 minutes 00 seconds
Public Safety / Transportation - 1 hour 20 minutes 44 seconds
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Committees Part 2
Public Safety / Transportation cont'd
Economic Development - 4 minutes 00 seconds
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ALEXANDRIA CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR COUNCIL AGENDA
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 18, 2007
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS – 5:00 P.M.
PERSONS DESIRING TO ADDRESS THE COUNCIL SHALL INFORM THE PRESIDENT AT THE APPROPRIATE AGENDA ITEM.

A. CALL TO ORDER
B. INVOCATION
C. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
D. ROLL CALL
E. CONSENT CALENDAR

1) Approval of minutes taken from regular meeting held 12/4 and special meeting held 12/4.

2) Introduction of an ordinance for testing and maintenance of the 138 KV substation equipment for Electric Distribution department. Bids to be opened 12/18.

3) Introduction of an ordinance for cooling tower repairs for Unit #1-2, #3 and #4 at D.G. Hunter Generating Station. Bids to be opened 12/18.

4) Introduction of an ordinance for janitorial chemicals for a six month period. Bids to be opened 12/18.

5) Introduction of an ordinance for fire hydrants & related accessories for a six month period. Bids to be opened 12/18.

6) Introduction of an ordinance for various sizes of gas pipe. Bids to be opened 12/18.

7) Introduction of an ordinance for herbicides for a twelve month period. Bids to be opened 12/18.

8) Introduction of an ordinance for electric substation maintenance painting for the Electric Distribution department. Bids to be opened 12/18.

9) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the City to enter into an Environmental Entry Permit and Related Agreement with Kansas City Southern Railway Company.

10) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing Change Order #4 at D.G. Hunter Generating Station for upgrade to Units 3 & 4.

11) Introduction of an ordinance amending 2007/2008 operating budget adding a Community Outreach Coordinator position in the Community Services Division.

12) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Professional Services Agreement with The Sanborn Map Company to provide aerial photography and GIS services. (A & E 3/28:RECOMMEND)

13) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to negotiate and to enter into a contract with the International Association of Chiefs of Police to evaluate the structure of the Alexandria Police department and to conduct a patrol staffing and deployment study.

14) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Alexandria Police department to receive money from the LA Commission on Law Enforcement through Red River Delta to apply for equipment to be used for the Alexandria Training Academy.

15) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low quote received for caustic soda for use by the Electric Production department.

16) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to renew the existing contract for overhead electric construction unit pricing for the Electric Distribution department.

17) Introduction of an ordinance revoking 54.0’ of a 15’ wide drainage servitude located adjacent to Lot 149 of Briarwood Subdivision and McAdams ditch in tract of land now or formerly owned by Terry’s Secure Storage.

18) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing acceptance of the subdivision plat for Bocage Subdivision, Phase IV, Lots 179-202.

19) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing annexation of 4.98 acres located in Section 86, and being located adjacent to Bocage Subdivision, Phase 3.

20) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing rezoning of property located at 620 Wheelock from “SF-2” Single family moderate density district to “SF-3” Single-family high density.

21) Introduction of an ordinance rezoning property at or near the 2400 block of Jackson Street from “SF-2” moderate density to “SF-2/OO Single-family moderate density office overlay zoning district. (ZONING COMMISSION DENIED & THE ADMINISTRATION OPPOSES THIS ITEM)

22) RESOLUTION setting a public hearing to be held January 15, 2008 for the condemnation of 23 structures.

23) RESOLUTION authorizing advertisement for bids for pile feed paper folder to be used by the Printing department.

F. ORDINANCES FOR FINAL ADOPTION
SUBJECT TO PUBLIC HEARING

24) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low bid submitted for the purchase of six police motorcycles with trade-in for the Alexandria Police department.

25) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low bid submitted for one minivan for the Lab Testing department.

26) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the establishment of a 50’ wide temporary construction servitude in Lot 6 of Square 1 of the subdivision of Lots 11, 12, 14, 15 and part of Lots D and E of Lot 13 of Willow Glen Plantation.

27) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing acceptance of a 12.50’ drainage servitude located in Lot B of Acadian Gardens Subdivision on property owned by LHB Investments, LLC.

28) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing Supplemental Agreement No. 1 to Culpepper Road drainage improvements (Llewelyn Drive towards Sterkx Road) for additional work to complete this project.

29) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept quote received for hand held equipment for a twelve month period.

30) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept donation from the Humane Society of the United States to further the mission of After Katrina: Improving the Lives of Gulf Coast Dogs and Cats.

31) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a grant agreement with The Shepherd Center of Central Louisiana, Inc. for the operation of a homeless emergency shelter and a homeless prevention program.

32) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to purchase one dual broom vacuum street sweeper with Covington Environmental Company to piggyback off the City of Bossier City’s bid proposal #S13-07 in accordance with LA R.S. 39:1701-1709.

PUBLIC WORKS/ZONING COMMITTEE

33) To consider final adoption of an ordinance amending the budget for Lincoln Road street & drainage improvements for Hudson Boulevard to Sugarhouse Road project. (PUBLIC WORKS/ZONING 12/18)

LEGAL COMMITTEE

34) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Professional Services Agreement with EPZ Emergency Preparedness Consultants for emergency consulting services. (LEGAL 12/18)

35) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a contract with Bonnette Auction Company, LLC for Professional Auctioneering Services to be used on an “as needed” basis. (LEGAL 11/20:DELAY, 12/4:DELAY & 12/18)

36) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a contract with Fire Union Local 540. (LEGAL 11/20:DELAY, 12/4:DELAY & 12/18)

G. PUBLIC HEARINGS – COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

37) To continue public hearing on structures located at 510 14th Street, Charlie Gilmore and 2703 Main Street, Arthur Smash/James Smash.

H. COMMITTEES

38) To hear from Finance Committee: Mr. Lawson.

39) To hear from Public Works Committee: Mr. Silver.

40) To hear from Legal Committee: Mr. Smith.

41) To hear from Utility Committee: Mr. Fowler.

42) To hear from Community Development: Mr. Marshall.

43) To hear from Personnel/Insurance: Mr. Johnson.

44) To hear from Public Safety/Transportation: Mr. Marshall.

45) To hear from A & E Review: Mr. Fowler.

46) To hear from Economic Development: Mr. Lawson.

47) ANY OTHER BUSINESS WHICH BY UNANIMOUS CONSENT MAY PROPERLY COME BEFORE THE COUNCIL.

48) ADJOURNMENT.

Special Council Agenda & City Council Agenda For December 04, 2007

Special City Council Meeting
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Special City Council Meeting Adjournment
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City Council Meeting
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Public Works / Zoning * Utility * Public Safety / Transportation
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Economic Development
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Legal Committee
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ALEXANDRIA CITY COUNCIL
SPECIAL COUNCIL AGENDA
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 4, 2007
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS – 10:00 A.M.

PERSONS DESIRING TO ADDRESS THE COUNCIL SHALL INFORM THE PRESIDENT AT THE APPROPRIATE AGENDA ITEM.
A. CALL TO ORDER

B. ROLL CALL

C. EXECUTIVE SESSION TO BE HELD PURSUANT TO R.S. 42:6.1 (A)(2) ON THE FOLLOWING ITEMS:

1) To hear from the City Attorney and Attorneys Craig Davidson and John Sharp on pending litigation and settlement matters concerning the matter of “City of Alexandria vs. Cleco Corporation, et al Docket #05-1121-A.

2) To hear from Attorney Bob Bussey on the status of Alma, Inc. vs. City of Alexandria, et al, Civil Suit Number 227,953.

3) To hear from Attorneys Alan Pesnell and Greg Jones on the status of Louisiana College vs. Galena Park Boxing Academy, et al, Civil Suit Number 217,323.

4) To hear from Assistant City Attorney Alainna Mire and Utility Director Marcus Connella regarding NERC compliance.

5) To hear from Attorney Trey Gist on the status of Armested Franklin, et al vs. City of Alexandria, Civil Action Number 07-1011.

6) To hear from Attorney Richard Rozanski regarding the status of expropriation of property for the Versailles Project.

D. ANY OTHER BUSINESS WHICH BY UNANIMOUS CONSENT MAY PROPERLY COME BEFORE THE COUNCIL.

E. ADJOURNMENT.
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ALEXANDRIA CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR COUNCIL AGENDA
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 4, 2007
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS – 5:00 P.M.

PERSONS DESIRING TO ADDRESS THE COUNCIL SHALL INFORM THE PRESIDENT AT THE APPROPRIATE AGENDA ITEM.
A. CALL TO ORDER
B. INVOCATION
C. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
D. ROLL CALL
E. CONSENT CALENDAR

1) Approval of minutes taken from meeting held 11/20.

2) Introduction of an ordinance for LA Highway 28 West street lighting additions. Bids to be opened 12/4.

3) Introduction of an ordinance for the purchase of six police motorcycles with trade-in for the Alexandria Police department. Bids to be opened 12/4.

4) Introduction of an ordinance for janitorial supplies for a six month period. Bids to be opened 12/4.

5) Introduction of an ordinance for one minivan for the Lab Testing department. Bids to be opened 12/4.

6) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Professional Services Agreement with EPZ Emergency Preparedness Consultants for emergency consulting services.

7) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the establishment of a 50’ wide temporary construction servitude in Lot 6 of Square 1 of the subdivision of Lots 11, 12, 14, 15 and part of Lots D and E of Lot 13 of Willow Glen Plantation.

8) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing acceptance of a 12.50’ drainage servitude located in Lot B of Acadian Gardens Subdivision on property owned by LHB Investments, LLC.

9) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing Supplemental Agreement No. 1 to Culpepper Road drainage improvements (Llewelyn Drive towards Sterkx Road) for additional work to complete this project.

10) Introduction of an ordinance amending the budget for Lincoln Road street & drainage improvements for Hudson Boulevard to Sugarhouse Road project.

11) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept quote received for hand held equipment for a twelve month period.

12) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept donation from the Humane Society of the United States to further the mission of After Katrina: Improving the Lives of Gulf Coast Dogs and Cats.

13) RESOLUTION authorizing advertisement for bids for turn-out gear for the Fire department.

14) RESOLUTION authorizing advertisement for Request for Proposals for the design, contract administration and construction observation of St. Mary’s Bar Screen Project and Highway 1 North sewer extension project.

F. ORDINANCES FOR FINAL ADOPTION
SUBJECT TO PUBLIC HEARING

15) To consider final adoption of an ordinance amending 2007/2008 Capital Budget for odor emissions at Wastewater Treatment Plant.

16) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low bid submitted for odor emission reduction project at Alexandria Wastewater Treatment Plant.

17) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing acceptance of a 15’ wide utility servitude located along the common boundary line between Lot 13 and 14 of England Drive subdivision.

18) To consider final adoption of an ordinance annexing Lots 5, 6 and 7 of Bayou Acres Subdivision located in Section 28, T4N, R1W and being located at 33 & 37 Calvert Drive as requested by Dr. John Rhodes and zoning said property to “C-1” General Commercial district upon annexation.

19) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing acceptance of a 15’ wide utility servitude situated in Calhoun Commercial Park.

20) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing acceptance of a 15’ wide utility servitude situated in Section 19, T4N, R1W of England Drive Subdivision.

21) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into an engineering agreement with TRC Engineers for Robin Road and Azalea Lane sewer improvement project. (A & E RECOMMENDED 11/6)

22) To consider final adoption of an ordinance amending 2007/2008 Capital Budget to fund the purchase of property located off Bolton Avenue for the purpose of a multi-use Alexandria Bus and Transportation Facility.

23) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into an agreement with Charles Cooper to purchase property located off Bolton Avenue for the purpose of a multi-use Alexandria Bus and Transportation Facility.

24) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a contract of receipt & release with the Alexandria Port Authority.

25) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to grant an easement through and across the Levee land upon which the eight pipelines connecting the Port Authority and Petron tank farm currently exist and to enter into an assignment.

PUBLIC WORKS/ZONING COMMITTEE
26) To consider final adoption of an ordinance rezoning property located on Versailles Blvd. across from Calais Circle from “C-2” General Commercial district to “PD” Planned Development, specifically “PUD” Planned Unit Development with land use areas of multi-family and commercial areas. (PUBLIC WORKS/ZONING 12/4)

27) To consider final adoption of an ordinance annexing a planned development with multi-family neighborhood and general commercial areas as a Diverse Use Corridor zoning district as described by the Bayou Rapides development Master Site Plan for the property located at 100 Browns Bend Road as requested by the property owners, Bayou Rapides Development, LLC and zoning said property to “PD” Planned Development. (PUBLIC WORKS/ZONING 12/4)

28) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing acceptance of the subdivision plats for Tennyson Oaks Subdivision, Phase 7C, Phase 8 and Phase 9. (PUBLIC WORKS/ZONING 12/4)

UTILITY COMMITTEE
29) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the dedication of a sanitary sewer main servitude being dedicated by the City and the Rapides Parish Police Jury to the Sewer District No. 1 of Rapides Parish. (UTILITY 12/4)

PUBLIC SAFETY/TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE

30) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to renew the existing contract with Belsco, Inc. for concealable soft body armor vests for Alexandria Police department. (PUBLIC SAFETY 12/4)

LEGAL COMMITTEE

31) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Timber Deed with England Economic and Industrial Development District for removal of timber within the “Runway Clear Zone” at Alexandria International Airport. (LEGAL 12/4)

32) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a contract with Bonnette Auction Company, LLC for Professional Auctioneering Services to be used on an “as needed” basis. (LEGAL 11/20:DELAY & 12/4)

33) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a contract with Fire Union Local 540. (LEGAL 11/20:DELAY & 12/4)

G. PUBLIC HEARINGS – COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

34) To continue a stay-of-demolition order for 28 Prospect Street.

35) To continue public hearing on structure located at 723 Woodard.

H.RESOLUTIONS
36) To consider adoption of a resolution electing a President of the Alexandria City Council.

37) To consider adoption of a resolution electing a Vice-President of the Alexandria City Council.

I. COMMITTEES

38) To hear from Finance Committee: Mr. Lawson.

39) To hear from Public Works Committee: Mr. Silver.

40) To hear from Legal Committee: Mr. Smith.

41) To hear from Utility Committee: Mr. Fowler.

42) To hear from Community Development: Mr. Marshall.

43) To hear from Personnel/Insurance: Mr. Johnson.

44) To hear from Public Safety/Transportation: Mr. Marshall.

45) To hear from A & E Review: Mr. Fowler.

46) To hear from Economic Development: Mr. Lawson.

47) ANY OTHER BUSINESS WHICH BY UNANIMOUS CONSENT MAY PROPERLY COME BEFORE THE COUNCIL.

48) ADJOURNMENT.

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