Council Meeting Agenda - 2010-07-27

ALEXANDRIA CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR COUNCIL AGENDA
TUESDAY, JULY 27, 2010
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS – 5:00 P.M.

PERSONS DESIRING TO ADDRESS THE COUNCIL SHALL INFORM THE PRESIDENT AT THE APPROPRIATE AGENDA ITEM.
CALL TO ORDER
INVOCATION
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
CONSENT CALENDAR
Approval of minutes taken from meeting held 7/13.

Introduction of an ordinance for Dorchester ditch from Applebee’s to Dorchester Drive. Bids to be opened 7/27.

Introduction of an ordinance for playground improvements at Harmon Park and Cheatham Park. Bids to be opened 7/27.

Introduction of an ordinance for park improvements at City, Martin and Sandy Bayou Parks. Bids to be opened 7/27.

Introduction of an ordinance for additional boiler tube repairs for Unit #3 at D.G. Hunter Generating station. Bids to be opened 7/27.

Introduction of an ordinance amending 2010-2011 capital budget for Buhlow Bridge replacement for gas relocation.

Introduction of an ordinance authorizing an extension of the tax exemption for the Restoration Tax Abatement project for 924 Third Street. (Diamond Grill)

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 Planning Division.
RESOLUTION acknowledging the City’s acceptance of the Masonic Drive transfer from Department of Transportation & Development.

RESOLUTION authorizing the City to apply for funding under the Louisiana Recovery Authority Municipalities Infrastructure Program for drainage improvements to the Chatlin Lake Canal near Willow Glen River Road.

RESOLUTION authorizing the Alexandria Police department to apply for a grant with Red River Delta Law Enforcement to enhance the existing K-9 unit with equipment and overtime.

RESOLUTION authorizing the City’s Water and Wastewater department to accept, maintain and operate the proposed water and sanitary sewer improvements for Bethany Place Duplexes.

RESOLUTION authorizing advertisement for bids for annual bid for 2011 model year vehicles for various departments.

RESOLUTION authorizing advertisement for bids for the additions and renovation to the Festival Plaza at the Alexandria Zoo.

RESOLUTION authorizing advertisement for bids for Jakes Building roof replacement.

F. ORDINANCES FOR FINAL ADOPTION
SUBJECT TO PUBLIC HEARING

To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low bid submitted for Llewellyn ditch drainage improvements for Phase II.

To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a lease agreement with Advance Office Systems for the monthly rental of a printer for the Utility Division.

To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the quote received from Premier Chemicals & Services for caustic soda for use by the Electric Production department.

To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to renew the existing multiple contracts for emergency tree, stump and limb removal services for a twelve month period.

To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to renew the existing contract with Ceres Environmental Services, Deep South Organics, Southern Environmental Specialist and Tag Grinding Services for emergency debris reduction services.

To consider final adoption of an ordinance declaring two 199.9 square foot parcels of land located at the intersection of Natchez Street and Hudson Boulevard as surplus property.

To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing Supplemental Agreement No. 2 for engineering services for Tangent Rail reinforced concrete box for Durawood drainage improvements - Phase 3.

PUBLIC WORKS/ZONING COMMITTEE

To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing revocation of a 50’ wide right of way for Natchez Street from Hudson Boulevard to Tulane Avenue in Goldonna Subdivision. (PUBLIC WORKS/ZONING 7/27)

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE

To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a written Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with Central LA Education & Youth Development, Inc. to provide a community program for city youth.(COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT 7/27)

To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Professional Services Agreement with Megan Harrison Lord to serve as a part-time Executive Director for the Alexandria Historic Preservation Commission. (COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT 7/13:DELAY & 7/27)

FINANCE COMMITTEE

To consider final adoption of an ordinance amending 2010-2011 operating budget for positions in the Utility Services department.(FINANCE 7/27)

To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into general lease agreements in the amount of no more than $5000.00 a year for the use of office equipment and/or machines within various city departments. (FINANCE 7/27)

To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Professional Services Agreement with DPS-Financial Resources & Solutions for bookkeeping and tax services for the Alexandria Festival Association. (FINANCE 7/27)

G. COMMITTEES

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

30) To hear from Public Works Committee: Mr. Lawson.

31) To hear from Legal Committee: Mr. Silver.

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

33) To hear from Community Development: Mr. Larvadain.

34) To hear from Personnel/Insurance: Mr. Hobbs.

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

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

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

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

39) ADJOURNMENT.