ALEXANDRIA CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR COUNCIL AGENDA
TUESDAY, AUGUST 29, 2006
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. AGENDA REQUEST
F. CONSENT CALENDAR
1) Approval of minutes taken from meeting held 8/15.
2) Introduction of an ordinance for LA Hwy. 28 West gas main extension from St. Andrews Links Estates to Middle Bayou. Bids to be opened 8/29.
3) Introduction of an ordinance for operating supplies for the Electric Distribution department. Bids to be opened 8/29.
4) Introduction of an ordinance for cable and accessories for the Electric Distribution department. Bids to be opened 8/29.
5) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Professional Services Agreement with Webster Environmental Associates, Inc. for the design and construction observation of the Odor Emissions Reduction Project located at the Wastewater Treatment Plant.
6) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the purchase of two parcels and two servitudes for Jones Avenue overlay.
7) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing revocation of a 15’ wide drainage and utility servitude/easement located in Lot 2 of Courtland Place Subdivision.
8) Introduction of an ordinance annexing 5.38 acres belonging to Smead Corporation located in Section 23 & 24, as requested by Edward K. Ahrens and zoning said property to “SF-2” Single Family moderate density district upon annexation.
9) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing acceptance of a subdivision plat for Rue Left Bank Subdivision – Phase II.
10) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing acceptance of a subdivision plat for Pin Oak Crossing Subdivision, Lots 1-24.
11) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing acceptance of a subdivision plat for Bonaire Subdivision, Lots 1-32 & Lot A.
12) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing acceptance of a subdivision plat for Silver Leaf Estates Subdivision, Lots 1-27.
13) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the lowest quote received from D & T Wholesale for moving services for the relocation to the new Customer Service Building.
14) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the lowest quote received for sale of scrap metal & surplus batteries.
15) Introduction of an ordinance amending the New Construction/Housing Development Program Guidelines for low to moderate income homebuyers funded through the HOME Investment Partnership Act.
16) Introduction of an ordinance amending Section 13-22 of the City Code pertaining to abandoned vehicles.
17) RESOLUTION authorizing the Alexandria Police Department to apply for a grant to form a Crisis Intervention Team.
18) RESOLUTION setting a public hearing to be held October 10, 2006 for the condemnation of 25 structures.
19) RESOLUTION authorizing advertisement for bids for commercial kitchen equipment for the Alexandria Riverfront Center.
20) RESOLUTION authorizing advertisement for bids for wire & cable for the Electric Distribution department.
21) RESOLUTION authorizing advertisement for bids for three phase padmount transformers.
22) RESOLUTION authorizing advertisement for bids for fire hydrants & related accessories for a six month period.
23) RESOLUTION authorizing advertisement for bids for asbestos abatement at Convention Hall and various small projects.
24) RESOLUTION authorizing advertisement for bids for installation and replacement of carpet and base for various city buildings.
25) RESOLUTION authorizing advertisement for bids for Jones Avenue asphalt overlay.
G. ORDINANCES FOR FINAL ADOPTION
SUBJECT TO PUBLIC HEARING
26) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low bid submitted for water meters, brass & miscellaneous items for a six month period.
27) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low bid submitted for water well rehabilitation for seven water well sites.
28) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low bid submitted for galvanized steel crowd control barriers for Alexandria Police department.
29) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low bid submitted for 15” capacity diesel powered brush chipper for the Electric Distribution department.
30) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with Bell South Telecommunications to provide gas service and install a gas line at the intersection of St. Andrews Drive and LA Hwy. 28 West.
31) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Professional Services Agreement with R.W. Beck, Inc. to provide energy market consulting, planning, economic analysis, power and energy forecasts, rates and regulatory support.
32) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Professional Services Agreement with Navigant Consulting, Inc. to provide energy market consulting, planning, economic analysis, power and energy forecasts, rates and regulatory support.
33) To consider final adoption of an ordinance amending Section 26-73 of the City Code regarding deposits for industrial service customers.
34) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to execute and file an application on behalf of the City to aid in the financial assistance for operating, capital and planning activities for a grant with the Federal Transit Administration.
35) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the revocation of a 7’ wide right of way for a water line located in Lots 5 and 13 of Park Place Subdivision.
36) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a contract with Barbara Bonnette Auction Company, LLC for auctioneering services for a public auction to be held at a mutually agreed upon Saturday in the month of October,2006.
37) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low quote submitted from Premier Chemicals & Services for hydrochloric acid for the Electric Production department.
38) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low quote submitted from Premier Chemicals & Services for caustic soda for the Electric Production department.
39) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low quote submitted for hydrogen for D.G. Hunter Power Plant.
40) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low quote submitted for police uniform accessories for the Alexandria Police department.
41) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Professional Services Agreement with Pan American Engineers for a fire insurance rating board compliance study.
42) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing a special exception for 4317 Third Street as required for a Class “B” high and low alcohol content permit for off-premise use or consumption.
43) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing Change Order #3 for North Drive at Culpepper Road.
H. PUBLIC HEARING – COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
44) To continue public hearing on structure located at 614 Wheelock, Julia G. Dauzat, estate.
I. COMMITTEES
45) To hear from Finance Committee: Mr. Lawson.
46) To hear from Public Works Committee: Mr. Silver.
47) To hear from Legal Committee: Mr. Hobbs.
48) To hear from Utility Committee: Mr. Fowler.
49) To hear from Community Development: Mr. Marshall.
50) To hear from Personnel/Insurance: Mr. Johnson.
51) To hear from Public Safety/Transportation: Mr. Marshall.
52) To hear from A & E Review: Mr. Fowler.
53) To hear from Economic Development: Mr. Lawson.
54) ANY OTHER BUSINESS WHICH BY UNANIMOUS CONSENT MAY PROPERLY COME BEFORE THE COUNCIL.
55) ADJOURNMENT.