Council Meeting Agenda - 2008-11-18

ALEXANDRIA CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR COUNCIL AGENDA
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 18, 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 11/5.

2) Introduction of an ordinance for St. Mary’s Bar Screen project. Bids to be opened 11/18.

3) Introduction of an ordinance for park improvements and spray grounds for City Park, Cheatham Park and Harmon Park. Bids to be opened 11/18.

4) Introduction of an ordinance for construction of a wash rack for the Electric Distribution department. Bids to be opened 11/18.

5) Introduction of an ordinance for brass fittings & miscellaneous items for a six month period. Bids to be opened 11/18.

6) Introduction of an ordinance for wire and cable for the Electric Distribution department. Bids to be opened 11/4.

7) Introduction of an ordinance amending the Alexandria Fire Fighters Association, Local 540 pay matrix.

8) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a written cooperative endeavor agreement with the Sickle Cell Anemia Foundation, Inc., to provide a comprehensive program on sickle cell disease through educational workshops, screening, counseling and supportive services with the intent to enhance the care of sickle cell patients and those at risk of the disease.

9) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Professional Services Agreement with Daniel T. Smith for services as a Planner I.

10) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into an Employee Wellness Program Service Agreement with Sterling Wellness Solutions, LLC and Wellness Works in Cenla, Inc.

11) Introduction of an ordinance rezoning 921, 929 and 933 South Street as requested by John and Irma Lotts, from “SF-2”, Single-Family moderate density district to “B-3”, General Business district for the purpose of opening a fast food restaurant. (concession stand) (ZONING COMMISSION DENIED THIS REQUEST 10/27)

12) Introduction of an ordinance rezoning 726 Lincoln Drive as requested by Curtis C. and Delphine D. Gremillion, from “SF-2” Single Family Moderate Density district to “C-2” General Commercial district for the purpose of opening a temporary vehicle storage facility. (ZONING COMMISSION DENIED THIS REQUEST 10/27)

13) RESOLUTION supporting an application for the creation of a cultural arts district in downtown Alexandria.

14) RESOLUTION confirming the appointment of Darnell G. (Di) Dean to serve on the Alexandria-Pineville Hotel/Motel Association, as Mr. Roosevelt Johnson’s appointee.

15) RESOLUTION authorizing advertisement for bids for a minimum of sixty (60) wireless modems for Public Safety.

16) RESOLUTION authorizing advertisement for bids for NET Data Acquisition & Handling Systems upgrade required for existing Predictive Admission Monitoring Systems for EPA mandated Emissions collection Monitoring Systems for the Electric Production Department.

F. FINANCE
17) To hear a financial report from the Director of Finance concerning status of the City of Alexandria. (FINANCE 11/18)

G. ORDINANCES FOR FINAL ADOPTION
SUBJECT TO PUBLIC HEARING

18) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low bid submitted for Versailles Boulevard street and drainage improvements, Phase 2, Package 4.

19) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to renew the existing contract with Belsco, Inc. for the concealable soft body armor for the Alexandria Police department.

20) To consider final adoption of an ordinance amending operating budget for the Civil Service Division to include funding for the newly created job positions of Compensation Analyst and Examination Analyst.

21) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing revocation of the 50’ right of way of Booker Street located between Clinton Street and Brown Street in Dixie Place Subdivision and retaining a utility servitude over the right of way being revoked.
22) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the acquisition of Lot 7, Odea Subdivision for the purposes of securing property for the proposed Atrans Bus Depot.

23) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the acquisition of one utility servitude and one construction servitude required for the completion of the Highway 28 West force main sewer improvement project.

PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE

24) To consider final adoption of an ordinance rezoning 3631 Evergreen Drive as requested by James Thomassee from “SF-2” Single Family moderate density district to “SF-3” Single Family high density district for the purpose of housing a duplex. (LEGAL 11/5:DELAY & PUBLIC WORKS 11/18)

25) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to execute a contract with the LA DOTD for the Safe Routes to School Program for infrastructure improvements around Rugg Elementary School. (PUBLIC WORKS 11/18)

26) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to negotiate and enter into a contract to purchase and to authorize the purchase of 13.24 acres of property located at 3500 Third Street, known as Dominique and Miller Stockyard for redevelopment in accordance with SPARC CRA1 Plan. (PUBLIC WORKS 11/18)

PUBLIC SAFETY/TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE)

27) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Alexandria Police department to receive funds from the Louisiana Highway Safety Commission for traffic enforcement, training and traffic equipment. (PUBLIC SAFETY/TRANSPORTATION 11/18)
28) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with the Red River Waterway Commission for the removal of an abandoned houseboat. (PUBLIC SAFETY 11/18)

29) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Professional Services Agreement with Advanced Environmental Services for the removal of an abandoned houseboat. (PUBLIC SAFETY 11/18)

PERSONNEL/INSURANCE COMMITTEE

30) To consider final adoption of an ordinance amending 2008/2009 annual operating budget to increase salaries of the City Clerk and Deputy City Clerk and to increase certain fringe benefits including pension and other related matters. (PERSONNEL 11/18)

LEGAL COMMITTEE

31) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to sign Amendment Number 2 to the Cooperative Endeavor Agreement by and among State of Louisiana and Union Tank Car and UTLX Manufacturing, Inc. and Louisiana Department of Economic Development and City of Alexandria, State of Louisiana and England Economic and Industrial Development District. (LEGAL 11/18)

H. COMMITTEES

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

42) ADJOURNMENT.