November 17, 2015, Regular Session
ALEXANDRIA CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR COUNCIL AGENDA
TUESDAY NOVEMBER 17, 2015
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. Approval of minutes taken from a regular meeting held November 3, 2015.
CONSENT CALENDAR
1) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low bid submitted for Riverfront Center Clearstory Waterproofing. (Bids to be opened 11/17).
2) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low bid submitted for annual work uniforms for various departments. (Bids to be opened 11/17).
3) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low bid submitted for wire and cable for the Electric Distribution Department. (Bids to be opened 11/17).
4) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low bid submitted for petroleum products and chemical additives for Wartsila Engines at D. G. Hunter Power Plant.(Bids to be opened 11/17).
5) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low bid submitted for Samtown Lift Station and Force Main Phase 3. (Bids to be opened 11/17).
6) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to execute the contract for the City’s Public Enterprise Project of the Alexandria Amphitheater improvements. (A&E Selection Committee 11/17).
7) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to execute a pipeline crossing contract with Kansas City Southern Railroad for a Force Main Crossing.
8) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the lowest quotes received for analytical testing services for use by the Lab Testing Department.
F. ORDINANCES FOR FINAL ADOPTION
SUBJECT TO PUBLIC HEARING
9) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to execute the design contract submitted by Barron Heinberg and Brocato for the Riverfront Center HVAC Improvements.
10) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into an engineering agreement with Meyer, Meyer, LaCroix and Hixson for professional services necessary to plan for the construction of odor control for the Atwood Lift Station.
11)To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the acceptance of Belleau Wood Boulevard Extension.
12)To consider final adoption of an ordinance annexing a 34.1 acre of land located adjacent to South Cloverleaf Boulevard in Section 85 & 27 of Township 4 North, Range 1 West, Rapides Parish, Louisiana, a portions of the property be zoned “C-2” (General Commercial)and “SF-2” (Single Family Residential-moderate Density) upon annexation.
13)To consider final adoption of an ordinance amending the professional service agreement between USONA Development, LLC and the City of Alexandria.
14) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into an agreement for adjudicated property sale services with Archon Information Systems, LLC.
15) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a cooperative endeavor with the Arts Council of Central Louisiana; to provide for a lease and management agreement for the Coughlin Saunders Performing Arts Center and otherwise providing with respect thereto.
16) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Professional Services Agreement with Navigate HCR to perform reporting on behalf of the City for compliance with the Affordable Care Act.
17) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Cooperative Endeavor with the Rapides Parish Police Jury to implement the Youth Build Program.
18) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the rezoning of property at 1427 Ransbottom Drive described as Lot 7 Square 3 Ransbottom re-subdivision of Lakeside Subdivision, Alexandria, Louisiana, from “C-2” General Commercial District to “SF-2” Single Family (Moderate Density) District to allow for an existing residential structure.
19) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the rezoning of property at 1211 Rapides Avenue from “SF-2” Single Family (Moderate Density) District to “B-3” General Business District to allow for the construction of a Welding Training School.
G. RESOLUTION – PUBLIC HEARING
To continue public hearing and to consider adoption of a resolution taking action on structures located at:
2513 Detroit Street Milton Compton
3711 Eastside Street Pamela R. Williams
Cynthia Rodgers
William L. Rodgers, Jr.
Bridget Rodgers
H. COMMITTEES
20) To hear from Finance and Legal Affairs Committee: Mr. Silver
21) To hear from Utility Committee: Mr. Villard
22) To hear from Personnel/Insurance Committee: Mr. Green
23) To hear from Public Safety, Works, and Transportation Committee: Mr. Larvadain
24) To hear from Economic, Workforce and Planning Development Committee: Mr. Rubin
25) To hear from Community Affairs, Services and Events Committee: Mr. Johnson
26) To hear from A & E Selection Committee: Mr. Villard
27) ANY OTHER BUSINESS WHICH BY UNANIMOUS CONSENT MAY PROPERLY COME BEFORE THE COUNCIL.