ALEXANDRIA CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR COUNCIL AGENDA
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 22, 2006
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. INVOCATION
C. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
D. ROLL CALL
E. AGENDA REQUEST
F. CONSENT CALENDAR
1) Approval of minutes taken from meeting held 12/5.
2) Introduction of an ordinance for St. Andrews Links Subdivision and Alexandria Links Golf course ornamental fence. Bids to be opened 12/19.
3) Introduction of an ordinance for herbicides for a twelve month period. Bids to be opened 12/19.
4) Introduction of an ordinance for sewer and drain pipe reinforced concrete type for a twelve month period. Bids to be opened 12/19.
5) Introduction of an ordinance amending Section 13-22 of the City Code pertaining to abandoned vehicles.
6) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to renew existing contract with Trans-Cycle Industries for PCB & PCB contaminated equipment removal and disposal services.
7) Introduction of an ordinance accepting ownership and transfer of rights to the State of Louisiana in the 30’ drainage lateral running from Dorchester Drive to Wimbledon Boulevard.
8) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a contract with Owen & White to provide hydraulic study for South Alexandria drainage improvements.
9) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to execute Supplemental Agreement No. 1 for additional right of way survey and maps for Jackson Street @ Horseshoe Drive intersection improvements.
10) Introduction of an ordinance annexing 10 acres belonging to Pecan Grove Subdivision, located in Sections 76 & 77, as requested by Mark Turrentine and zoning said property to “SF-2” Single Family (moderate density) district upon annexation.
11) Introduction of an ordinance annexing 13.57 acres belonging to John A. Verzwyvelt Estate located in Section 19, as requested by John Verzwyvelt, and zoning said property as described to “SF-2” Single Family (moderate density) district upon annexation.
12) Introduction of an ordinance rezoning 38 acres of property of the former Rapides Golf and Country club outside the clear zone of the Alexandria International Airport from “SF-2” Single Family (moderate density) district to “PD” Planned development district. (ZONING COMMISSION RECOMMENDED)
13) Introduction of an ordinance rezoning the center 94 acres of the former Rapides Golf and Country Club property located in and adjacent to the Clear Zone of the Alexandria International Airport from “SF-2” to “AG” as requested by Jay Pearson, Gray-Walk Holdings. (ZONING COMMISSION RECOMMENDED)
14) Introduction of an ordinance rezoning 3116 Hudson Boulevard near Natchez Street from “C-2” General commercial district to “MF-1” Multi-family (low density) district, as requested by Kerry Banks. (ZONING COMMISSION RECOMMENDED)
15) Introduction of an ordinance rezoning 1315 Texas Avenue near Alexander Street from “SF-2” Single-family (moderate density) district to “B-2” Community business district. (ZONING COMMISSION RECOMMENDED)
16) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing acceptance of subdivision plat for The Lake District, Phase I, 5th filing.
17) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing acceptance of the subdivision plat for West Pointe on the Bayou, Phase XII.
18) RESOLUTION authorizing advertisement for bids for vehicle & equipment fuel.
19) RESOLUTION authorizing advertisement for bids for repairs to cooling tower, Unit #3 at D.G. Hunter Generating Station.
G. FINANCIAL REPORT
20) To hear from the Director of the Finance concerning the fiscal status of the City of Alexandria. (DELAYED TO 1/4/07)
H. ORIDNANCES FOR FINAL ADOPTION
SUBJECT TO PUBLIC HEARING
21) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low bid submitted for Bayou Roberts & Landmark drainage improvements, Phase V. Bids to be opened 12/12.
22) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low bid submitted for Good Earth ditch closure along Lots 144-149.
23) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low bid submitted for Wahlder Street improvements from 3rd Street to 6th Street.
24) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low bid submitted for supply and installation of eight exhaust ventilation systems at fire equipment stations and various small projects.
25) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low bid submitted for janitorial supplies for a six month period.
26) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low bid submitted for clamps & couplings for a six month period.
27) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low bid submitted for various sizes of gas pipe for the Gas Department.
28) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing Supplement No. 2 for Horseshoe Drive @ Masonic Drive intersection improvements.
29) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing Supplemental Agreement No. 2 for McDonald Street drainage improvements, Phase 2 and Phase 3.
30) To consider final adoption of an ordinance amending 06/07 Capital Budget for McDonald Street drainage project.
31) To consider final adoption of an ordinance amending 06/07 Capital Budget for Wooddale drainage & AUMP Lower Third Street.
32) To consider final adoption of an ordinance amending the budget for Windermere Boulevard drainage improvements, Phase IV.
33) To consider final adoption of an ordinance amending the budget for Bayou Robert @ Landmark, Phase V drainage improvements.
34) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing revision of engineering payment for Hynson Bayou Phase 4.
35) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the highest quote received for multiple brand names of hand held equipment.
36) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing acceptance of a donation of a 15’ wide utility servitude located on Lot 4 of Ridgedale Subdivision.
37) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing acceptance of a subdivision plat for Cypress Point Condominiums, Phase B, Building 2.
38) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing revocation of a 10’ wide electric easement/servitude located in Lot 2 of Lancelot, Phase I subdivision.
39) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to amend the Agreement for Interruptible 311 (a)(2) Transportation of Natural Gas between CrossTex LIG and the City by replacing the Exhibit A titled Points of Receipt. (UTILITY 12/5:RECOMMENDED)
40) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a contract with Richard Rozanski and Wheelis and Rozanski for legal services.
PERSONNEL/INSURANCE COMMITTEE
41) To consider final adoption of an ordinance creating a position of Mechanic Inspector and appropriating funds for such position. (PERSONNEL/INSURANCE 12/19)
PUBLIC WORKS/ZONING COMMITTEE
42) To consider final adoption of an ordinance rezoning 5116 and 5120 Leo Street between MacArthur Drive and Stephen Avenue from “SF-2” Single-family (moderate density) with “C-1” (limited commercial) district, as requested by Angela Williams and Rickey Dauzat. (PUBLIC WORKS/ZONING 12/19)
43) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing acceptance of a subdivision plat for Wal-Mart Highway 28 West Subdivision & rescinding Ordinance No. 361-2006. (PUBLIC WORKS/ZONING 12/19)
44) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept an Act of Donation for Lot 5 of the Wal-Mart Highway 28 West Subdivision as required to develop South Cloverleaf Boulevard street and utility right-of-way. (PUBLIC WORKS/ZONING 12/19)
45) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing acceptance of street and drainage improvements for North Park Village Subdivision, Phase I. (PUBLIC WORKS/ZONING 12/19)
46) To consider final adoption of an ordinance designating the Building Official for the City to be the Building Code Enforcement officer for the Uniform Construction Codes. (PUBLIC WORKS/ZONING 12/19)
47) To consider final adoption of an ordinance to amend and reenact sections of Chapter 7 concerning Building Codes and related matters of the Alexandria Code of Ordinances to comply with the State Uniform Construction Code; to designate a Building Official or other inspectors and otherwise to provide for related matters. (PUBLIC WORKS/ZONING 12/19)
UTILITY COMMITTEE
48) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Mutual Aid Agreement for Water and Wastewater utilities with participating members. (UTILITY 12/19)
49) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement between the City and Cleco Power. (UTILITY 12/19)
50) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into Addendum 2 of the D.G. Hunter Controls System Contract. (UTILITY 12/19)
51) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the establishment of a penalty on utility bill payments; to set the rate for the penalty and a date for the period the set penalty will apply. (UTILITY 12/19)
I. COMMITTEES
52) To hear from Finance Committee: Mr. Lawson.
53) To hear from Public Works Committee: Mr. Silver.
54) To hear from Legal Committee: Mr. Hobbs.
55) To hear from Utility Committee: Mr. Fowler.
56) To hear from Community Development: Mr. Marshall.
57) To hear from Personnel/Insurance: Mr. Johnson.
58) To hear from Public Safety/Transportation: Mr. Marshall.
59) To hear from A & E Review: Mr. Fowler.
60) To hear from Economic Development: Mr. Lawson.
61) ANY OTHER BUSINESS WHICH BY UNANIMOUS CONSENT MAY PROPERLY COME BEFORE THE COUNCIL.
62) ADJOURNMENT.