Council Minutes

PROCEEDINGS OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALEXANDRIA, LOUISIANA, STATE OF LOUISIANA, TAKEN AT A REGULAR MEETING HELD MAY 22, 2007.

The Council of the City of Alexandria, Louisiana, met in a regular meeting session at its regular meeting place, on Tuesday, May 22, 2007, at 5:00 P.M. There were present the Honorable Roosevelt L. Johnson, Everett Hobbs, Charles F. Smith, Jr., Harry B. Silver, Chuck Fowler and Myron K. Lawson. Absent was Louis J. Marshall. Also present were Mayor Jacques M. Roy, City Attorney Chuck Johnson, Council Attorney Trey Gist and City Clerk Nancy L. Thiels.

The Council of the City of Alexandria, State of Louisiana, was duly convened as the governing authority of said City by the Honorable Everett C. Hobbs, who stated that the Council was ready for the transaction of business. The Invocation was pronounced by Reverend Larry Turner with the Pledge of Allegiance led by Councilman Chuck Fowler.

The Mayor was next recognized who presented a proclamation to Dr. Lawrence Menache for Smoke World Out Day.

CONSENT CALENDAR

The Council next read all items found under the heading Consent Calendar and assigned them to committees.

Mr. Smith moved for the adoption or introduction of all items appearing under the heading of Consent Calendar.

Mr. Smith moved that the Clerk be instructed to set each consent item out in the minutes separately to reflect the proper movers and votes.

Mr. Fowler seconded the motion. It was unanimously carried by the Council.

On motion of Mr. Smith, seconded by Mr. Fowler, the minutes taken from meeting which was held May 8, 2007 were unanimously approved by the Council.

Bids were received for janitorial supplies for a six month period.

Name of Bidders
Long’s Preferred Products
Unipak Corporation No Bid
X-Pedx
Dixie Paper Company

The above bids were referred to the Mayor and appropriate committee for tabulation and recommendation. The following ordinance was introduced by Mr. Smith, seconded by Mr. Fowler, to wit:

AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO
ACCEPT THE LOW BID SUBMITTED FOR JANITORIAL
SUPPLIES FOR A SIX MONTH PERIOD,
AS REFLECTED BY BIDS RECEIVED AND TO ENTER
INTO CONTRACT FOR SAID SUPPLIES AND OTHER
MATTERS WITH RESPECT THERETO.

On motion of Mr. Smith, seconded by Mr. Fowler, the following ordinance was introduced:

AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING DISPOSAL
OF A K-9 POLICE DOG NAMED REX AS
SURPLUS PROPERTY AND NOT NEEDED
FOR ANY PUBLIC PURPOSE AND
AUTHORIZING PRIVATE SALE OF DOG TO
HIS PRESENT POLICE HANDLER WHO WILL
ACCEPT ALL FUTURE EXPENSES AND OTHER
MATTERS WITH RESPECT THERETO.

On motion of Mr. Smith, seconded by Mr. Fowler, the following ordinance was introduced:

AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR
TO ENTER INTO A CONSULTING AGREEMENT
WITH DIRECT ACTION MEDICAL NETWORK,
INC. FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT AND TRAINING
RELATED MEDICAL AREAS AND OTHER MATTERS
WITH RESPECT THERETO.

The above item was referred to the Public Safety committee.

On motion of Mr. Smith, seconded by Mr. Fowler, the following ordinance was introduced:

AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR
TO EXECUTE A PERPETUAL RENTAL AND
ELECTRIC AGREEMENT WITH RIVERBEND
SUBDIVISION II FOR STREET LIGHTS AND
OTHER MATTERS WITH RESPECT THERETO.

On motion of Mr. Smith, seconded by Mr. Fowler, the following ordinance was introduced:

AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR
TO EXECUTE A PERPETUAL RENTAL AND
ELECTRIC SERVICE AGREEMENT WITH
RIVERBEND SUBDIVISION, III FOR STREET
LIGHTS AND OTHER MATTERS WITH
RESPECT THERETO.

On motion of Mr. Smith, seconded by Mr. Fowler, the following ordinance was introduced:

AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR
TO EXECUTE A PERPETUAL RENTAL AND
ELECTRIC SERVICE AGREEMENT WITH
CROSSGATES HOMEOWNER’S ASSOCIATION
OF ALEXANDRIA, INC. FOR STREET LIGHTS
AND OTHER MATTERS WITH RESPECT THERETO.

On motion of Mr. Smith, seconded by Mr. Fowler, the following ordinance was introduced:

AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING ACCEPTANCE
OF A DONATION OF A 15’ WIDE UTILITY
SERVITUDE SITUATED IN SECTION 76 FROM
CHAD VIDRINE FOR THE CITY TO PROVIDE
ELECTRICAL SERVICES FOR A PROPOSED
DEVELOPMENT ALONG THE RED RIVER AND
OTHER MATTERS WITH RESPECT THERETO.

On motion of Mr. Smith, seconded by Mr. Fowler, the following ordinance was introduced:

AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING REVOCATION
OF A 15’ WIDE UTILITY SERVITUDE LOCATED
IN AND ADJACENT TO LOT 4 OF RIDGEDALE
SUBDIVISION ON PROPERTY OWNED BY
DONALD L. ROBBINS AND OTHER MATTERS
WITH RESPECT THERETO.

On motion of Mr. Smith, seconded by Mr. Fowler, the following ordinance was introduced:

AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING DEDICATION
OF A 15’ WIDE UTILITY SERVITUDE LOCATED
IN AND ADJACENT TO LOT 4 OF RIDGEDALE
SUBDIVISION ON PROPERTY OWNED BY
DONALD L. ROBBINS AND OTHER MATTERS
WITH RESPECT THERETO.

The next item on the agenda that being to consider introduction of an ordinance authorizing acceptance of the resubdivision of Lot 1, Block 1 of Lakeside Subdivision, Lot 1-A, Lot 1-B and Lot 1-C was pulled from the agenda, because of a duplication item.

The next item on the agenda that being to consider adoption of a resolution classifying and designating Cotton Brothers Bakery located at the intersection of Bolton Avenue and Elliott Street and Shiloh Baptist Church located at the intersection of Washington Street and Martin Luther King Boulevard as historic and desirable properties pursuant to City Code section 16-51 and 16-52 was delayed for thirty days.

Mr. Smith moved for the adoption of the following resolution which was seconded by Mr. Fowler, to wit:

RESOLUTION 8180-2007

A RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE MUNICIPAL
WATER POLLUTION PREVENTION AUDIT.

The President called for any discussion. There being no further discussion, a vote was called for and resulted as follows:

YEAS: Smith, Hobbs, Fowler, Johnson, Lawson, Silver.
NAYS: None.
ABSENT: Marshall.

The resolution was thereupon declared adopted on this the 22nd day of May, 2007.

Mr. Smith moved for the adoption of the following resolution which was seconded by Mr. Fowler, to wit:

RESOLUTION 8181-2007

A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING A STAY-OF-
DEMOLITION ORDER FOR 28 PROSPECT STREET.

The resolution was thereupon declared adopted on this the 22nd day of May, 2007.

Mr. Smith moved for the adoption of the following resolution which was seconded by Mr. Fowler, to wit:

RESOLUTION 8182-2007

A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING ADVERTISEMENT
FOR BIDS FOR PIPE, TUBING & PVC FITTINGS
FOR A SIX MONTH PERIOD.

The resolution was thereupon declared adopted on this the 22nd day of May, 2007.

ORDINANCES FOR FINAL ADOPTION
SUBJECT TO PUBLIC HEARING

The next item on the agenda that being to consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low bid submitted for South Cloverleaf Boulevard (LA Highway 28 West) was delayed for two weeks.

The next item on the agenda that being to consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low bids submitted for St. Andrews Links Subdivision and Alexandria Links Golf Course fence was delayed for two weeks.

The following ordinance which was previously introduced and laid over for publication of notice and no objection having been filed there to was brought up for final adoption on motion of Mr. Fowler and seconded by Mr. Johnson, to wit:

ORDINANCE NO. 135-2007

AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR
TO ACCEPT THE LOW BID SUBMITTED FOR
CLAMPS & COUPLINGS FOR A SIX MONTH
PERIOD, AS REFLECTED BY BIDS RECEIVED
AND TO ENTER INTO CONTRACT FOR SAID
CLAMPS & COUPLINGS AND OTHER MATTERS
WITH RESPECT THERETO.

The President called for any discussion. There being no other discussion, a vote was called and the following recorded:

YEAS: Fowler, Johnson, Lawson, Silver, Smith, Hobbs.
NAYS: None.
ABSENT: Marshall.

The ordinance was thereupon declared adopted on this the 22nd day of May, 2007.

The following ordinance which was previously introduced and laid over for publication of notice and no objection having been filed there to was brought up for final adoption on motion of Mr. Smith and seconded by Mr. Fowler, to wit:

ORDINANCE NO. 136-2007

AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR
TO ACCEPT THE LOW BID SUBMITTED FOR
VARIOUS SIZES OF GAS PIPE FOR THE GAS
DEPARTMENT, AS REFLECTED BY BIDS
RECEIVED AND TO ENTER INTO CONTRACT
FOR SAID PIPE AND OTHER MATTERS WITH
RESPECT THERETO.

The President called for any discussion. There being no other discussion, a vote was called and the following recorded:

YEAS: Smith, Hobbs, Fowler, Johnson, Lawson, Silver.
NAYS: None.
ABSENT: Marshall.

The ordinance was thereupon declared adopted on this the 22nd day of May, 2007.

The following ordinance which was previously introduced and laid over for publication of notice and no objection having been filed there to was brought up for final adoption on motion of Mr. Smith and seconded by Mr. Fowler, to wit:

ORDINANCE NO. 137-2007

AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING ACCEPTANCE
OF THE RESUBDIVSIION OF LOT 1 OF LAKESIDE
SUBDIVISION AND OTHER MATTERS WITH
RESPECT THERETO.

The President called for any discussion. There being no other discussion, a vote was called and the following recorded:

YEAS: Smith, Hobbs, Fowler, Johnson, Lawson, Silver.
NAYS: None.
ABSENT: Marshall.

The ordinance was thereupon declared adopted on this the 22nd day of May, 2007.

AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR
TO ENTER INTO A WRITTEN COOPERATIVE
ENDEAVOR AGREEMENT WITH COPE, INC.
TO PROVIDE AN EDUCATIONAL SUMMER
ENRICHMENT PROGRAM FOR THE CITY’S
YOUTH BEGINNING JUNE 4 – JULY 29, 2007
AND OTHER MATTERS WITH RESPECT THERETO.

The President called for any discussion. There being no other discussion, a vote was called and the following recorded:

YEAS: Fowler, Johnson, Lawson, Silver, Smith, Hobbs.
NAYS: None.
ABSENT: Marshall.

The ordinance was thereupon declared adopted on this the 22nd day of May, 2007.

AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR
TO ENTER INTO A WRITTEN COOPERATIVE
ENDEAVOR AGREEMENT WITH THE NATIONAL
PAN-HELLENIC COUNCIL OF ALEXANDRIA TO
SUPPORT COMMUNITY E VENTS TO BE HELD
JUNE 14-19, 2007 FOR THE PURPOSE OF
RECOGNIZING AND CELEBRATING THE
NATIONALLY RECOGNIZED HOLIDAY, JUNETEENTH
AND OTHER MATTERS WITH RESPECT THERETO.

The President called for any discussion. There being no other discussion, a vote was called and the following recorded:

YEAS: Fowler, Johnson, Lawson, Silver, Smith, Hobbs.
NAYS: None.
ABSENT: Marshall.

The ordinance was thereupon declared adopted on this the 22nd day of May, 2007.

AN ORDINANCE DECLARING CERTAIN INVENTORY
ITEMS AS OBSSOLETE INVENTORY AND
DECLARING THESE ITEMS AS SURPLUS PROPERTY
AND NOT NEEDED FOR ANY PUBLIC PURPOSE AND
OTHER MATTERS WITH RESPECT THERETO.

The President called for any discussion. There being no other discussion, a vote was called and the following recorded:

YEAS: Fowler, Johnson, Lawson, Silver, Smith, Hobbs.
NAYS: None.
ABSENT: Marshall.

The ordinance was thereupon declared adopted on this the 22nd day of May, 2007.

The following ordinance which was previously introduced and laid over for publication of notice and no objection having been filed there to was brought up for final adoption on motion of Mr. Smith and seconded by Mr. Johnson, to wit:

ORDINANCE NO. 141-2007

AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR
TO ENTER INTO A WRITTEN COOPERATIVE
ENDEAVOR AGREEMENT WITH THE AMERICAN
CANCER SOCIETY TO PROVIDE IN-KIND
SERVICES DURING THE ANNUAL RELAY FOR
LIFE COMMUNITY EVENT HELD TO RAISE
AWARENESS OF RECENT ADVANCEMENTS
IN CANCER TREATMENT AND DIAGNOSIS AND
OTHER MATTERS WITH RESPECT THERETO.

The President called for any discussion. There being no other discussion, a vote was called and the following recorded:

YEAS: Smith, Hobbs, Fowler, Johnson, Lawson, Silver.
NAYS: None.
ABSENT: Marshall.

The ordinance was thereupon declared adopted on this the 22nd day of May, 2007.

The following ordinance which was previously introduced and laid over for publication of notice and no objection having been filed there to was brought up for final adoption on motion of Mr. Lawson and seconded by Mr. Silver, to wit:

ORDINANCE NO. 142-2007

AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR
TO ACCEPT THE SOLE SOURCE PURCHASE OF
LESS LETHAL EQUIPMENT AS MANUFACTURED
BY TASER INTERNATIONAL FROM TEECO
SAFETY INC. OF SHREVEPORT AND OTHER
MATTERS WITH RESPECT THERETO.

The President called for any discussion. There being no other discussion, a vote was called and the following recorded:

YEAS: Lawson, Silver, Smith, Hobbs, Fowler, Johnson.
NAYS: None.
ABSENT: Marshall.

The ordinance was thereupon declared adopted on this the 22nd day of May, 2007.

The following ordinance which was previously introduced and laid over for publication of notice and no objection having been filed there to was brought up for final adoption on motion of Mr. Smith 0and seconded by Mr. Lawson, to wit:

ORDINANCE NO. 143-2007

AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE CITY TO
CO-SPONSOR THE ACADEMIC BANQUET FOR
ARTHUR F. SMITH MIDDLE MAGNET SCHOOL,
NOT TO EXCEED $500.00 AND OTHER MATTERS
WITH RESPECT THERETO.

The President called for any discussion. There being no other discussion, a vote was called and the following recorded:

YEAS: Smith, Hobbs, Fowler, Johnson, Lawson, Silver.
NAYS: None.
ABSENT: Marshall.

The ordinance was thereupon declared adopted on this the 22nd day of May, 2007.

PUBLIC WORKS/ZONING COMMITTEE

The following ordinance which was previously introduced and laid over for publication of notice and no objection having been filed there to was brought up for final adoption on motion of Mr. Lawson and seconded by Mr. Silver, to wit:

ORDINANCE NO. 144-2007

AN ORDINANCE REZONING LOT 1 OF BLOCK
7 AND LOTS 4, 9, 19 AND 20 OF BLOCK 5 OF
BROADWAY SUBDIVISION, AS REQUESTED
BY TRUE VINE MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH
FROM “SF-2” SINGLE FAMILY (MODERATE
DENSITY) TO “B-3” GENERAL BUSINESS DISTRICT
AND OTHER MATTERS WITH RESPEC THERETO.

The President called for any discussion. The Public Works/Zoning committee recommended approval of this item. There being no other discussion, a vote was called and the following recorded:

YEAS: Lawson, Silver, Smith, Hobbs, Fowler, Johnson.
NAYS: None.
ABSENT: Marshall.

The ordinance was thereupon declared adopted on this the 22nd day of May, 2007.

AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO
ENTER INTO INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENTS
TO PROVIDE MUTUAL ASSISTANCE TO THE GRANT
PARISH POLICE JURY, TOWN OF BALL, TOWN OF
BOYCE, CITY OF BUNKIE, TOWN OF CHENEYVILLE,
TOWN OF COLFAX, VILLAGE OF FOREST HILL,
VILLAGE OF GEORGETOWN, TOWN OF GLENMORA,
TOWN OF JENA, TOWN OF LECOMPTE, VILLAGE OF
MCNARY, CITY OF OAKDALE, CITY OF PINEVILLE,
CITY OF URANIA AND THE TOWN OF WOODWORTH
FOR SHELTER, CARE AND EUTHANASIA OF
ANIMALS AND THE CREMATION AND DISPOSAL OF
ANIMAL REMAINS AND OTHER MATTERS WITH
RESPECT THERETO.

The President called for any discussion. The Public Works/Zoning committee recommended approval of this item.

An amendment was offered by Mr. Smith and seconded by Mr. Fowler to remove the name of the Rapides Parish Police Jury.

There being no other discussion, a vote was called on the amendment and the following was recorded:

YEAS: Smith, Hobbs, Fowler, Johnson, Lawson, Silver.
NAYS: None.
ABSENT: Marshall.

A vote was called on the original motion, as amended and the following was recorded:

YEAS: Fowler, Johnson, Lawson, Silver, Smith, Hobbs.
NAYS: None.
ABSENT: Marshall.

The ordinance was thereupon declared adopted on this the 22nd day of May, 2007.

AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE
NUMBER 307-2006 WHICH AUTHORIZED THE
EXCHANGE OF PARCEL #697 CONTAINING
12160.5 SQ. FT. AND OTHER MATTERS.

The President called for any discussion. The Public Works/Zoning committee recommended approval of this item. There being no other discussion, a vote was called and the following recorded:

YEAS: Fowler, Johnson, Lawson, Silver, Smith, Hobbs.
NAYS: None.
ABSENT: Marshall.

The ordinance was thereupon declared adopted on this the 22nd day of May, 2007.
LEGAL COMMITTEE
The following ordinance which was previously introduced and laid over for publication of notice and no objection having been filed there to was brought up for final adoption on motion of Mr. Smith and seconded by Mr. Silver, to wit:

ORDINANCE NO. 147-2007

AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR
TO ENTER INTO A COOPERATIVE ENDEAVOR
AGREEMENT WITH THE ALEXANDRIA DIXIE
YOUTH BASEBALL ASSOCIATION AND OTHER
MATTERS WITH RESPECT THERETO.

The President called for any discussion. The Legal committee recommended approval of this item. There being no other discussion, a vote was called and the following recorded:

YEAS: Smith, Hobbs, Fowler, Johnson, Lawson, Silver.
NAYS: None.
ABSENT: Marshall.

The ordinance was thereupon declared adopted on this the 22nd day of May, 2007.

AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR
TO ENTER INTO A COOPERATIVE ENDEAVOR
AGREEMENT WITH THE ALEXANDRIA LITTLE
LEAGUE AND OTHER MATTERS WITH RESPECT
THERETO.

The President called for any discussion. The Legal committee recommended approval of this item. There being no other discussion, a vote was called and the following recorded:

YEAS: Fowler, Johnson, Lawson, Silver, Smith, Hobbs.
NAYS: None.
ABSENT: Marshall.
The ordinance was thereupon declared adopted on this the 22nd day of May, 2007.

AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR
TO ENTER INTO A COOPERATIVE ENDEAVOR
AGREEMENT WITH THE ALEXANDRIA DIXIE
GIRLS SOFTBALL AND OTHER MATTERS WITH
RESPECT THERETO.

The President called for any discussion. The Legal committee recommended approval of this item. There being no other discussion, a vote was called and the following recorded:

YEAS: Fowler, Johnson, Lawson, Silver, Smith, Hobbs.
NAYS: None.
ABSENT: Marshall.

The ordinance was thereupon declared adopted on this the 22nd day of May, 2007.

The following ordinance which was previously introduced and laid over for publication of notice and no objection having been filed there to was brought up for final adoption on motion of Mr. Lawson and seconded by Mr. Fowler, to wit:

ORDINANCE NO. 150-2007

AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR
TO ENTER INTO A WRITTEN COOPERATIVE
ENDEAVOR AGREEMENT WITH THE YMCA
TO PROVIDE A SUMMER RECREATIONAL
SWIMMING PROGRAM FOR THE CITY’S YOUTH
BEGINNING JUNE 4 – JULY 31, 2007 AND
OTHER MATTERS WITH RESPECT THERETO.

The President called for any discussion. The Legal committee recommended approval of this item. There being no other discussion, a vote was called and the following recorded:

YEAS: Lawson, Silver, Smith, Hobbs, Fowler, Johnson.
NAYS: None.
ABSENT: Marshall.
The ordinance was thereupon declared adopted on this the 22nd day of May, 2007.

PUBLIC HEARING – COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

The President opened up the public hearing. Mr. Van Dunn of the Community Development department explained these items to the Council and the following action was taken.

Mr. Fowler moved for the adoption of the following resolution which was seconded by Mr. Lawson, to wit:

RESOLUTION 8183-2007

A RESOLUTION CONTINUING PUBLIC HEARING
ON STRUCTURES LOCATED AT 2619 OVERTON,
2132 PLANTATION AND 723 WOODARD.

The President called for any discussion. There being no further discussion, a vote was called for and resulted as follows:

YEAS: Fowler, Johnson, Lawson, Silver, Smith, Hobbs.
NAYS: None.
ABSENT: Marshall.

The resolution was thereupon declared adopted on this the 22nd day of May, 2007.
A motion was made by Mr. Smith and seconded by Mr. Fowler to add the following six structures on the agenda, which were left off the agenda by mistake. There was unanimous consent among the Council members and the following action was taken.

Mr. Smith moved for the adoption of the following resolution which was seconded by Mr. Fowler, to wit:

RESOLUTION 8184-2007

A RESOLUTION TAKING ACTION ON SIX
STRUCTURES.

The President called for any discussion. Mr. W.T. Armitage was present representing one structure located at 1976 Monroe Street. There being no further discussion, a vote was called for and resulted as follows:

YEAS: Smith, Hobbs, Fowler, Johnson, Lawson, Silver.
NAYS: None.
ABSENT: Marshall.

The resolution was thereupon declared adopted on this the 22nd day of May, 2007.

COMMITTEES

There were no reports from the Finance, Utility, Community Development, Personnel/Insurance, Public Safety/Transportation, and A & E Review committees.

Mr. Silver, Chairman of the Public Works committee reported the following items:

On motion of Mr. Silver, seconded by Mr. Fowler, the following ordinance was introduced:

AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR
TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACT BETWEEN
LOUISIANA WETLANDS, LLC AND THE
CITY FOR BAYOU ROBERT AT LANDMARK,
PHASE 5 DRAINAGE IMPROVEMENTS AND
OTHER MATTERS WITH RESPECT THERETO.

The above item was referred to the Public Works committee.

On motion of Mr. Silver, seconded by Mr. Smith, the following ordinance was introduced:

AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE BUDGET
FOR BAYOU ROBERT AT LANDMARK, PHASE
5 DRAINAGE IMPROVEMENTS AND OTHER
MATTERS WITH RESPECT THERETO.

The above item was referred to the Public Works committee.

Mr. Smith, Chairman of the Legal committee reported the following items:

On motion of Mr. Smith, seconded by Mr. Fowler, the following
ordinance was introduced:

AN ORDINANCE REPEALING ORDINANCE NO.
22-2007 AND AMENDING SECTION 13-22 OF
THE ALEXANDRIA CITY CODE PERTAINING
TO ABANDONED VEHICLES AND OTHER
MATTERS WITH RESPECT THERETO.

The above item was referred to the Legal Committee.

On motion of Mr. Lawson, seconded by Mr. Smith, the following ordinance was introduced:

AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE CITY
TO CO-SPONSOR ALONG WITH GAEDA AND
THE ENGLAND AUTHORITY THE 30TH
ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION OF LOUISIANA
LEGISLATIVE CAUCUS AND LOCAL DELEGATES
NOT TO EXCEED $2500.00 AND OTHER MATTERS
WITH RESPECT THERETO.

On motion of Mr. Lawson, seconded by Mr. Smith, the following ordinance was introduced:

AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND AND RE-ENACT
SECTIONS, 10-44 AND 10-46 AND TO ENACT SECTIONS 1-44.1, 10-58 AND 10-59 OF THE CITY CODE RELATING TO BINGO LICENSING, REGARDING APPLICATION AND LICENSING; TO PROVIDE FOR DEFINTIONS, TO PROVIDE FOR INVESTIGATION OF QUALIFICATIONS OF APPLICANTS AND ISSUANCE OF LICENSES AND A REQUIRED ANNUAL FEE; TO PROVIDE FOR REQUIREMENTS PERTAINING TO ELECTRONIC VIDEO BINGO MACHINES AND THEIR LOCATIONS; TO SET MACHINE PERMIT FEES AND MACHINE USE LICENSED FEES; TO SET A TAX ON NET WINNINGS ON ELECTRONIC VIDEO BINGO MACHINES AND PROCEDURES FOR COLLECTION OF THE TAX AND OTHER MATTERS RELATED THERETO.

The above item was referred to the Economic Development committee.

There was no one present to speak.

There being no further business to come before the
Council, on motion properly seconded, the meeting was adjourned.

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President

ATTEST:

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City Clerk

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