Council Meeting Agenda - 2009-06-30

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 6/16.

2) Introduction of an ordinance for renovations to Customer Service Building. Bids to be opened 6/30.

3) Introduction of an ordinance for Hudson Boulevard drainage improvements (Natchez street to Lincoln Road). Bids to be opened 6/30.

4) Introduction of an ordinance for one backyard mini-digger derrick unit for use by the Electric Distribution department. Bids to be opened 6/30.

5) Introduction of an ordinance for annual work uniform bid for use by various using departments. Bids to be opened 6/30.

6) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the lowest quote received for marking paint.

7) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the lowest quote received for testing, calibration and maintenance of substation relays, meters and related equipment for the Electric Distribution department.

8) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the lowest quote received for transformer repairs.
9) Introduction of an ordinance amending 2008/2009 operating budget for positions in the Engineering department.

10) Introduction of an ordinance amending 2008/2009 operating budget transferring a Code Enforcement Officer position from the Planning division to the Code Enforcement department.

11) Introduction of an ordinance amending 2009/2010 capital budget for Southern Heights drainage project.

12) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Alexandria Police department to receive funds from the LA Highway Safety Commission for a highway safety grant.

13) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing Change Directive No. 1 for roadside open ditch closures for Crestwood Drive drainage improvements.

14) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing Supplemental Agreement No. 3 for Versailles Boulevard extension, Phase 3, Package 3.

15) Introduction of an ordinance renewing existing annual requirements contract with Rylee Contracting Company for water and wastewater system.

16) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing a Professional Services Agreement with Monceaux-Buller & Associates for annual requirements contracts for the gas, water and wastewater departments.

17) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into an Intergovernmental Agreement with the City of Pineville to host the annual Louisiana Municipal Association Convention, August 6-8, 2009 in Alexandria.

18) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Professional Services Agreement with The Energy Authority.

19) 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 for quality arts and cultural programs within the City.

20) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with Louisiana Economic Development for the Small and Emerging Business Program.

21) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to renew the Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with the Shepherd Center.

22) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to execute a Rental and Electric Service Agreement with Carlyle Partners.

23) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to execute a Rental and Electric Service Agreement with Stratford Partners.

24) RESOLUTION authorizing the Mayor to execute and file an application on behalf of the City to aid in the financial assistance for capital for the Public Works Division.

25) RESOLUTION authorizing the Alexandria Police department to apply for a direct award from the Bureau of Justice Assistance grant (JAG) for fiscal year 2009.

26) RESOLUTION directing the Administration to move forward with the development of the stockyard property including, but not limited to RFP’s.

27) RESOLUTION authorizing advertisement for wire and cable for the Electric Distribution department.

28) RESOLUTION authorizing advertisement for bids for McAdams Ditch maintenance project, Phase II.

F. ORDINANCES FOR FINAL ADOPTION
SUBJECT TO PUBLIC HEARING
29) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low bid submitted for vehicle wash equipment replacement at Consolidated City Compound. (REJECT BID & AUTHORIZE READVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS)

30) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low bid submitted for brass fittings & miscellaneous items.

31) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low bid submitted for liquid chlorine for Water and Wastewater departments.

32) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low bid submitted for treated wood poles for a twelve month period.

33) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the quote received for diesel fuel treatment for use by the ATrans department.

34) 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.

35) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the quote received for the sale of electric distribution surplus transformers, breakers and voltage regulators.

36) To consider final adoption of an ordinance amending 2009-2010 capital budget for Wooddale Outfall/Railroad Avenue drainage.

37) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a contract to purchase a 0.7 acre parcel of land adjacent to the stockyard property located at 3500 Third Street.

38) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to execute a Project Authorization Form between the City and the Center for Lean Excellence.

39) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a contract for utility pole use between the City and CoLouisiana, LLC.

40) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a written Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with B.E.S.T. Recyclers to provide a municipal waste recycling program.

41) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a contract with Deep South Organics to provide green waste recycling services for the City of Alexandria.

42) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement between the City and the Alexandria City Court to provide a general intergovernmental agreement.

43) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Professional Services Agreement with Charlie Anderson to facilitate, as Site Coordinator, programming for the Area 4 Weed and Seed Initiative supported by the United States Department of Justice.

44) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with the Magnolia Peace Officers Association to facilitate the Alexandria Soul Food Festival.

45) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Professional Services Agreement with Milliman, Inc. for actuarial services.

46) To consider final adoption of an ordinance renewing the Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with Cenla Pride/Bettye Jones.

47) To consider final adoption of an ordinance amending 2008/2009 operating budget for professional fees in Community Development.

48) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a contract with J-Quad Planning Group for professional services.

PUBLIC WORKS/ZONING COMMITTEE

49) To consider final adoption of an ordinance rezoning 5530 Jackson Street as requested by Commercial Partners, LLC represented by Maurice Hebert from “B-2” Community Business district to “C-2” General Commercial district for the purpose of opening a fast food restaurant. (PUBLIC WORKS/ZONING 6/30 - ZONING COMMISSION RECOMMENDED)

50) To consider final adoption of an ordinance rezoning 5532 Jackson Street as requested by William E. Hixson and Donna H. Yarbrough, from “B-2” Community Business district to “C-2” General Commercial district fro the purpose of opening a fast food restaurant. (PUBLIC WORKS/ZONING 6/30 - ZONING COMMISSION RECOMMENDED)

51) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low bid submitted for Bayou Roberts at Landmark drainage improvements, Phase 6. (PUBLIC WORKS/ZONING 6/30)

52) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to purchase a 1.26 +/- acre tract fronting Jones Avenue for sitting of relocated Fire Station No. 2. (PUBLIC WORKS/ZONING 6/30)

53) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing Change Order No. 1 with Ducote Wrecking Company for the McAdams Ditch maintenance project. (PUBLIC WORKS/ZONING 6/30)

LEGAL COMMITTEE

54) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Professional Services Agreement with John Munsterman for legal services. (LEGAL 6/30)

FINANCE COMMITTEE

55) To discuss and adopt an ordinance to set and levy millage rates for 2009 for the City of Alexandria. (FINANCE 6/30)

G. VETOED ORDINANCE

56) To consider overriding the Mayor’s veto of Ordinance No. 163-2009 concerning the rezoning of properties fronting on 3rd Street (between Green Oak Avenue and Riverbend Drive) from “SF-2” Single Family moderate density district and “I-1” Light Industrial district to “C-2” General commercial district. (Vetoed by Mayor 6/26/09)

H. COMMITTEES

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

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

59) To hear from Legal Committee: Mr. Larvadain.

60) To hear from Utility Committee: Mr. Fowler.

61) To hear from Community Development: Mr. Goins.

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

63) To hear from Public Safety/Transportation: Mr. Goins.

64) To hear from A & E Review: Mr. Fowler.

65) To hear from Economic Development: Mr. Silver.

66) To hear from Cost Share Agreement & Emerging Business committee: Mr. Larvadain, Chairman.

67) To hear from Public Relations/Policy Procedures committee: Mr. Johnson, Chairman.

68) To hear from Audit Committee: Mr. Goins, Chairman.

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

70) ADJOURNMENT.