Council Meeting Agenda - 2008-07-01

ALEXANDRIA CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR COUNCIL AGENDA
TUESDAY, JULY 1, 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 6/17.

2) Introduction of an ordinance for Azalea Lane sanitary sewer improvement project. Bids to be opened 7/1.

3) Introduction of an ordinance for Animal Shelter renovations, Phase 2. Bids to be opened 7/1.

4) Introduction of an ordinance for Convention Hall upgrade, Phase 2, electrical renovations. Bids to be opened 7/1.

5) Introduction of an ordinance for operable wall additions for Alexandria Riverfront Center. Bids to be opened 7/1.

6) Introduction of an ordinance for carpet replacement for the Alexandria Riverfront Center. Bids to be opened 7/1.

7) Introduction of an ordinance for repainting of the Kisatchie twin ground storage tanks. Bids to be opened 7/1.

8) Introduction of an ordinance for janitorial supplies for a six month period. Bids to be opened 7/1.

9) Introduction of an ordinance for fire hydrants & related accessories for a six month period. Bids to be opened 7/1.

10) Introduction of an ordinance for treated wood poles for a twelve month period. Bids to be opened 7/1.

11) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to renew the annual existing contract with Rylee Contracting for Water and Wastewater system.

12) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a written Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with the Alexandria Historical & Genealogical Library and Museum to preserve and protect things for the enlightenment and education of the citizens of Alexandria.

13) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a written Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with Arna Bontemps African American Museum to promote awareness of African American history and cultural through educational programs.

14) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a written Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with the Arts Council to organize, encourage, and assist in the development of the Arts that provide quality arts and cultural programs within the City.

15) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a written Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with the Rapides Exploratory Education House (T.R.E.E. House) to provide and expand cultural and educational programming for the city’s youth.

16) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Professional Services Agreement with Ballard CLC for the design and construction observation for Prescott substation transformer replacement. (A & E 6/3)

17) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Professional Services Agreement with Ballard CLC for design and construction observation for upgrade of D.G. Hunter substation. (A & E 6/3)

18) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Professional Services Agreement with BHA, Inc. for Sterkx Road substation transformer replacement. (A & E 6/3)

19) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Professional Services Agreement with BHA, Inc. for design and construction observation for Twin Bridges to Prescott 138 KV transmission line. (A & E 6/3)

20) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Professional Services Agreement with TRC for design and construction observation for substation oil containment. (A & E 6/3)

21) Introduction of an ordinance amending 2008/2009 Capital Budget for North Mall – Sterkx to Lee Street.

22) Introduction of an ordinance amending 2008/2009 Capital Budget for Sterkx Road substation transformer replacement.

23) Introduction of an ordinance amending 2008/2009 operating budget for utility relocations at North Mall Drive.

24) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing acceptance of street and drainage improvements for Provine Place Extension.

25) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing acceptance of street and drainage improvements for Tennyson Oaks Subdivision, Phase 7C, 7D Revised, 8 Revised and 9.

26) Introduction of an ordinance renewing the Professional Services Agreement with Hershel Lonidier for his services as a Right of Way Agent and Planner for the City.

27) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing Amendment No. 3 to the Professional Services Agreement for North Mall Drive street improvements from 1250 feet west of Sterkx to Lee Street and new traffic signal at Wal-Mart.

28) Introduction of an ordinance rezoning property owned by John Bernard for 1700 Jackson Street at Bolton Avenue from “B-3” General Business district to “C-2” General commercial zoning district permitting a sign to be moved 30 feet onto the property. (ZONING COMMISSION RECOMMENDED)
29) Introduction of an ordinance rezoning property owned by Charles Smoots at 3003 and 3009 Third Street from “C-2” General Commercial district to “SF-3” Single family (high density) zoning district to permit the building of two duplexes. (ZONING COMMISSION RECOMMENDED)

30) Introduction of an ordinance rezoning property owned by North River Properties at 1439 England Drive from “C-2” General Commercial district to “SF-1” Single family low density zoning district to permit the continuation of perpetual single family status. (ZONING COMMISSION RECOMMENDED

31) RESOLUTION accepting the Louisiana Compliance Questionnaire for audit year ending April 20, 2008.

32) RESOLUTION authorizing advertisement for bids for Bolton Avenue Community Center renovations and addition.

33) RESOLUTION authorizing advertisement for bids for Martin Community Center roof renovation.

34) RESOLUTION authorizing advertisement for bids for Riveroaks Arts Center roof renovation.

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

36) RESOLUTION authorizing advertisement for bids for direction sensing radar speed detectors for the Alexandria Police department.

F. ORDINANCES FOR FINAL ADOPTION
SUBJECT TO PUBLIC HEARING

37) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Professional Services Agreement with Lose & Associates, Inc. for the development of a comprehensive parks and recreation plan.

38) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with individuals, legal entities and foundations that will offer assistance, improvements and services to the Bringhurst Park Par Three golf course.

39) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with Government Consulting Services, Inc. to provide services of a financial advisor on significant issues and other developments and to provide other related services from time to time.

40) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low bid submitted for Southern Heights street and drainage improvements, Phase 2.

41) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low bid submitted for liquid chlorine for one ton cylinders.

42) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a written cooperative endeavor agreement with Cenla Pride/Keep Cenla Beautiful to improve the appearance of the City by combating litter on unkempt dilapidated properties, public thoroughfares and parks.

43) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a written Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with the Community Senior Citizens Multipurpose Resource Center for services to be rendered at the Broadway Resource Center.

44) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with the Rapides Parish Library to promote summer reading for children without transportation to the library.

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

46) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the lowest quote received for hardware & safety products for a twelve month period.

47) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to renew the existing contract with Stars & Stripes Traffic Systems for striping of public streets & other public properties for the Traffic department.

48) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to renew the existing contract with Control Devices, Inc. for testing, calibration and maintenance of substation relays, meters and related equipment for the Electric Distribution department.

49) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to renew the existing contract with Solomon Corporation for transformer repairs for polemount and padmount transformers for the Electric Distribution department.

50) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the City to “piggyback” off of Jefferson Parish’s bid with Covington Sales & Service for one (1) 500 gallon trailer mounted vacuum unit for the Wastewater department.

PUBLIC WORKS/ZONING COMMITTEE

51) To consider final adoption of an ordinance annexing Hideway Crossing Subdivision. (PUBLIC WORKS/ZONING 6/17:DELAY & 7/1) (ADMINISTRATION DOES NOT RECOMMEND)

LEGAL COMMITTEE

52) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a written Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with Louisiana Association of Nonprofit Organizations (LANO) for the development and implementation of a comprehensive training program for local nonprofit organizations receiving city funding. (LEGAL 7/1)

G.RESOLUTION – PERSONNEL COMMITTEE

53) To consider adoption of a resolution confirming the appointment of T.W. Thompson as Director of Public Works for the City of Alexandria. (PERSONNEL 7/1)

H. PUBLIC HEARING – COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

54) To continue public hearings on structures located at 2703 Main Street, 320 Gabriel Lane and 608 13th Street.

I. COMMITTEES

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

65) ADJOURNMENT.