City Council Agenda January 29, 2008

City Council Meeting
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Committees Part 1
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Committees Part 2
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ALEXANDRIA CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR COUNCIL AGENDA
TUESDAY, JANUARY 29, 2008
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 1/15 & special meeting held 1/15.

2) Introduction of an ordinance for testing and maintenance of the 138 KV substation equipment for Electric Distribution department. Bids to be opened 1/29.

3) Introduction of an ordinance for pile feed paper folder, eight page right-angle unit to be used by the Printing department. Bids to be opened 1/29.

4) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the lowest quote received for hot mix for a six month period.

5) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Professional Services Agreement with KJA Communications Group for the maintenance and production of programming for the City’s Government Access Channel and development of the City’s web site.

6) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Alexandria Police department to receive a Justice Assistance Grant from the LA Commission on Law Enforcement for overtime to conduct surveillance, criminal patrols and special operations.

7) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Alexandria Police department to receive money for a terrorism prevention program grant.

8) Introduction of an ordinance amending Section 4-25 (a) (1) of the Alexandria City code relative to requirements for security devices and standards for certain alcohol beverage license permits.

9) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into an agreement with the Alexandria Police Union.

10) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing acceptance of the subdivision plat for Pecan Grove North Subdivision, Lots 1-43. (ADMINISTRATION DOES NOT RECOMMEND)

11) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing acceptance of the subdivision plat for Cypress Point Condominiums, Phase E, Building 5.

12) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to execute Supplement No. 1 to an agreement for professional services with Pan American Engineers for the Fire Station Repositioning project.

13) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to amending supplemental agreement for engineering services with Meyer, Meyer, LaCroix and Hixson with regard to Horseshoe Drive roadway reconstruction.

14) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the acquisition of three servitudes required for the completion of the Bayou Rapides bicycle/walking trail.

15) RESOLUTION authorizing the City’s Water and Wastewater department to accept, maintain and operate proposed improvements for Wal-Mart Supercenter at Highway 28 West.

16) RESOLUTION authorizing the Alexandria Police department to apply for a Justice Assistance Grant for overtime, contractual services and purchase equipment.

17) RESOLUTION stating the City of Alexandria’s endorsement of Southern Textile Services to participate in the benefits of the Louisiana Enterprise Zone Program.

18) RESOLUTION amending Resolution No. 8093-2006 concerning the condemnation of 28 Prospect Street.

19) RESOLUTION authorizing advertisement for bids for prox card access system for lobby doors at City Hall, gates and turnstiles at the Compound, lobby doors at the Admin building at the Compound and optional future jobs at other facilities.

20) RESOLUTION authorizing advertisement for bids for APC Symmetra battery backup unit.

21) RESOLUTION authorizing advertisement for bids for water meters for a six month period.

22) RESOLUTION authorizing advertisement for bids for cast/ductile iron & related accessories for a six month period.

23) RESOLUTION authorizing advertisement for bids for North Mall Drive street improvements.

F. ORDINANCES FOR FINAL ADOPTION
SUBJECT TO PUBLIC HEARING
24) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low bids submitted for electric meters for a twelve month period.

25) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low bid submitted for 40’ articulated telescopic aerial lift with service body for the Traffic department.

26) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low bid submitted for the main distribution panel replacement at the Wastewater Treatment Plant project.

27) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low bid submitted for turn-out gear for the Fire department.

28) To consider final adoption of an ordinance declaring certain items as surplus property and no longer needed for any public purpose and authorizing said items to be sold at a public auction.

29) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a consulting contract agreement with Harold Chambers for certain services.

30) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into an Intergovernmental Agreement with Gravity Drainage District No. 1 for local cost share for the Gulf of Mexico Flood study.

31) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a grant agreement with Cenla Area Agency on Aging, Inc. for operation of the Alexandria Senior Health and Referral Program. (A-SHARP)

32) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing acceptance of a 10’ wide utility servitude located in Lots 22 and 23 of Collins Estates Subdivision, Phase 3.

33) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the acquisition of three parcels and one utility servitude required for the completion of the Southern Heights street and drainage improvements project.

34) To consider final adoption of an ordinance amending 2007/2008 operating budget upgrading Supervisor positions in the Water and Wastewater departments.

LEGAL COMMITTEE

35) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to renew existing contract with Lott Oil Company for vehicle & equipment fuel. (LEGAL 1/29)

36) To consider final adoption of an ordinance amending Chapter 4 of the Alexandria City Code pertaining to the Alcoholic Beverage Control laws. (LEGAL 1/29)

FINANCE COMMITTEE

37) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the 2007/2008 Major Budget Amendment. (FINANCE 1/29

G. 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. Hobbs.

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

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

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

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

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

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 City Council Meeting December 21, 2007

Special City Council Meeting
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Alexandria City Council - Star Tek Resolution 8318-2007 download 1 page.pdf

REPOSTED & UPDATED
Video made available courtesy of the Alexandria Daily Town Talk public records request.

This is another video that the Alexandria City Council does not want you to see.
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Note: The City refuses to broadcast the video of this meeting in violation of their own City Council meetings broadcast/rebroadcast ordinance!

A Special City Council meeting will be held on Friday, December 21, 2007 at 5:00 P.M. in the City Council Chambers.

The item on the agenda is as follows:

1) To hear from the Administration to discuss the StarTek lease agreement.

City Council Special Agenda for January 15, 2008

ALEXANDRIA CITY COUNCIL
SPECIAL COUNCIL AGENDA
TUESDAY, JANUARY 15, 2008
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS – 1:30 P.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.
(This item will be discussed by a conference call)

2) To hear from Jay Augustine in reference to the Coughlin
Saunders Performing Arts Center.



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

E. ADJOURNMENT.

City Council Agenda for January 15, 2008

City Council Meeting
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ALEXANDRIA CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR COUNCIL AGENDA
TUESDAY, JANUARY 15, 2008
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 1/8.

2) Introduction of an ordinance for the main distribution panel replacement at the Wastewater Treatment Plant project. Bids to be opened 1/15.

3) Introduction of an ordinance for turn out gear for the Fire department. Bids to be opened 1/15.

4) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the 2007/2008 Major Budget Amendment.

5) Introduction of an ordinance declaring certain items as surplus property and no longer needed for any public purpose and authorizing said items to be sold at a public auction.

6) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to renew existing contract with Lott Oil Company for vehicle & equipment fuel.

7) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low quote received for petroleum products for use by various using departments.

8) Introduction of an ordinance amending Chapter 4 of the Alexandria City Code pertaining to the Alcoholic Beverage Control laws.

9) RESOLUTION authorizing advertisement for bids for additional covered parking additions for the Electric Distribution department.

10) RESOLUTION authorizing advertisement for bids for three phase padmount transformers for inventory stock.

11) RESOLUTION authorizing advertisement for bids for operating supplies for the Electric Distribution department.

12) RESOLUTION authorizing advertisement for bids for operating supplies for the Wastewater department.

13) RESOLUTION authorizing advertisement for bids for telephone network upgrade phase II for fiber optic cable splicing.

14) RESOLUTION authorizing advertisement for bids for construction & maintenance materials for various using departments.

15) RESOLUTION authorizing advertisement for bids for pre-engineered metal building shed for maintenance equipment storage at the Wastewater Treatment Plant.

16) RESOLUTION authorizing advertisement for bids for emergency generators for the City Emergency Operations Center located at the City Compound.

17) RESOLUTION authorizing advertisement for Request for Proposals for a Document Imaging System for the City.

F. ORDINANCES FOR FINAL ADOPTION
SUBJECT TO PUBLIC HEARING

PUBLIC WORKS/ZONING COMMITTEE

18) To consider final adoption of an ordinance rezoning property located at 620 Wheelock from “SF-2” Single Family moderate density district to “SF-3” Single-family (high density) district. (PUBLIC WORKS/ZONING 1/15)

19) To consider final adoption of an ordinance rezoning property at or near the 2400 block of Jackson Street from “SF-2” moderate density district to “SF-2/OO” Single Family moderate density office overlay zoning district. (PUBLIC WORKS/ZONING 1/15) (ZONING COMMISSION DENIED & THE ADMINISTRATION OPPOSES THIS ITEM)

G. PUBLIC HEARING – COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

20) To continue public hearing on structure located at 2703 Main Street, Arthur Smash/James Smash, owners.

21) To hold a public hearing on the condemnation of 23 structures.

H. COMMITTEES

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

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

24) To hear from Legal Committee: Mr. Hobbs.

25) To hear from Utility Committee: Mr. Johnson.

26) To hear from Community Development: Mr. Hobbs.

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

28) To hear from Public Safety/Transportation: Mr. Johnson.

29) To hear from A & E Review: Mr. Silver.

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

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

32) ADJOURNMENT.

City of Alexandria, La. City Council Agenda January 08, 2008

City Council Meeting - meeting starts at time 14 minutes 28 seconds.
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Committees
(1) Personnel / Insurance
(2) Legal
(3) Utility
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ALEXANDRIA CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR COUNCIL AGENDA
TUESDAY, JANUARY 8, 2008
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 12/18 and special meeting held 12/21.

2) Introduction of an ordinance for electric meters for a twelve month period. Bids to be opened 1/8.

3) Introduction of an ordinance for a 40’ articulated telescopic aerial lift and service body for the Traffic department. Bids to be opened 1/8.

4) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into an Intergovernmental Agreement with Gravity Drainage District No. 1 for local cost share for the Gulf of Mexico Flood Study.

5) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a grant agreement with Cenla Area Agency on Aging, Inc. for operation of the Alexandria Senior Health and Referral Program (A-SHARP)

6) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing acceptance of a 10’ wide utility servitude located in Lots 22 and 23 of Collins Estates Subdivision, Phase 3.

7) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the acquisition of three (3) parcels and one (1) utility servitude required for the completion of the Southern Heights street and drainage improvements project.

8) Introduction of an ordinance amending 07/08 operating budget upgrading Supervisor positions in the Water and Wastewater departments.

9) RESOLUTION designating the Alexandria Town Talk as the official journal for the City of Alexandria.

10) RESOLUTION authorizing advertisement for bids for clamps & couplings for a six month period.

11) RESOLUTION authorizing advertisement for bids for variable frequency drive (VFD) for the Wastewater department.

F. ORDINANCES FOR FINAL ADOPTION
SUBJECT TO PUBLIC HEARING

12) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low bid submitted for LA Highway 28 West street lighting additions. (ADMINISTRATION REQUESTS REJECTION OF BIDS AND AUTHORIZE RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
13) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low bid submitted for janitorial supplies for a six month period.

14) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low bid submitted for janitorial chemicals for a six month period.

15) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low bid submitted for fire hydrants & related accessories for a six month period.
16) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low bid submitted for various sizes of gas pipe.

17) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low bid submitted for herbicides for a twelve month period.

18) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low bid submitted for electric substation maintenance painting for the Electric Distribution department. (ADMINISTRATION REQUESTS REJECTION OF BIDS AND AUTHORIZE RE-ADVERTISEMENT)

19) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the City to enter into an Environmental Entry Permit and Related Agreement with Kansas City Southern Railway Company.

20) To consider final adoption 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)

21) To consider final adoption 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.

22) To consider final adoption 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.

23) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low quote received for caustic soda for use by the Electric Production department.

24) To consider final adoption 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.

25) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing acceptance of the subdivision plat for Bocage Subdivision, Phase IV, Lots 179-202.

26) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing annexation of 4.98 acres located in Section 86, and being located adjacent to Bocage Subdivision, Phase 3.

27) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a written cooperative endeavor agreement with the Inter-denominational area-wide crusade to support community events to be held January 18-21, 2008, for the purpose of recognizing the national holiday, “MLK: Day of Service.”

28) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the City of Alexandria to enter into a private sale of seven acres, more or less, to Port Asset Acquisition, LLC and to authorize the Mayor to execute any instruments related thereto, all pursuant to R.S. 33:4712 and R.S. 33:4717.2 and to provide for related matters.

PERSONNEL/INSURANCE COMMITTEE

29) To consider final adoption of an ordinance amending 2007/2008 operating budget adding a Community Outreach Coordinator position in the Community Services Division. (PERSONNEL/INSURANCE 1/8)

UTILITY COMMITTEE

30) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low bid submitted for cooling tower repairs for Unit #1-2, #3 and #4 at D.G. Hunter Generating Station. (UTILITY 1/8)

31) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing Change Order #4 at D.G. Hunter Generating Station for upgrade to Units 3 & 4. (UTILITY 1/8)

32) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to renew the existing contract for overhead electric construction unit pricing for the Electric Distribution department. (UTILITY 1/8)

LEGAL COMMITTEE

33) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a cable franchise and pole use agreement with Cebridge Acquisitions, L.P., d/b/a Suddenlink Communications and to authorize the Mayor to negotiate a contract and seek terms favorable to the City that in his discretion are necessary. (LEGAL 1/8)

G. COMMITTEES

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

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

36) To hear from Legal Committee: Mr. Hobbs.

37) To hear from Utility Committee: Mr. Johnson.

38) To hear from Community Development: Mr. Hobbs.

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

40) To hear from Public Safety/Transportation: Mr. Johnson.

41) To hear from A & E Review: Mr. Silver.

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

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

44) ADJOURNMENT.

City of Alexandria, La. C.U.R.E. Meetings

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Commission on Utility Reform and Equity

First Meeting "After 2 p.m." December 21, 2007 & Second Meeting of December 27, 2007 begins at time 17 minutes 27 seconds.


Part 2 Second C.U.R.E. meeting of December 27, 2007


C.U.R.E. Committee Meeting of December 27, 2007

Download the C.U.R.E. December 31, 2007 Initial Report 21 page .pdf 7MB