Video Blogging The Alexandria, La. City Council

Mayor Jacques Roy Administrative Briefing February 20, 2009

2009-02-20T19:10:00.000-06:00

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Part 2
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Regular Council Agenda for February 10, 2009

2009-02-10T18:47:00.000-06:00

City Council Meeting including Public Hearing on Electrical Rebates
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ALEXANDRIA CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR COUNCIL AGENDA
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 10, 2009
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 meeting held 1/27.

2) Introduction of an ordinance for Highway 28 West – 24” sewer force main project. Bids to be opened 2/10.

3) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the President of the Council to enter into a contract with Payne, Moore & Herrington, LLP, Certified Public Accountants, regarding the annual independent audit services, according to Home Rule Charter, Section 2-09. (AUDIT COMMITTEE 2/24)

4) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a contract with Visions, Inc. to provide diversity training for a Diversity Committee.

5) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a written cooperative endeavor agreement with Renegade Harley-Davidson for the support of a community wide Black History Program to be held throughout the month of February.

6) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into an Intergovernmental Agreement with the Greater Alexandria Economic Development Authority (GAEDA) for the promotion of the 2009 barbeque festival, “Que’in on the Red” held March 20-21, 2009.

7) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to renew the existing agreement with the State of Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals, Office of Mental Health for Social Services.

8) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with the Slocum Learning Center, Adult Education for bus passes.

9) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Professional Services Agreement with Pan American Engineers for the design and construction observation of installation of two (2) above ground storage tanks for the Water department.

10) Introduction of an ordinance amending Section 28-3.18 C-2, (A) General Commercial District of the City Code adding language in that section. (ZONING COMMISSION APPROVED)

11) Introduction of an ordinance amending Section 28-3.19. I-1, Light Industrial District (A) of the City Code pertaining to the permitted uses. (ZONING COMMISSION APPROVED)

12) Introduction of an ordinance rezoning 5114 Ransbottom Drive as requested by Charles Vernon, from “SF-2” Single Family moderate density district and “C-2” General Commercial district to “MF-1” Multifamily low density district for the purpose of housing two duplexes or a fourplex apartment building. (ZONING COMMISSION DENIED)

13) RESOLUTION rejecting bids received and authorizing re-advertisement for bids for renovations of the Electrical Distribution department and warehouse.

14) RESOLUTION authorizing the City’s Water and Wastewater departments to accept, maintain and operate the proposed water and sanitary sewer improvements for Ansley Boulevard Extension, Phase III.

15) RESOLUTION authorizing the City’s Water and Wastewater departments to accept, maintain and operate the proposed water and sanitary sewer improvements for Ansley Boulevard, Phase IV, The Lake District.

16) RESOLUTION authorizing the City’s Water and Wastewater departments to accept, maintain and operate the proposed water and sanitary sewer improvements for Provine Place Extension, The Lake District.

17) RESOLUTION authorizing advertisement for bids for petroleum products for a six month period.

18) RESOLUTION authorizing advertisement for bids for Coliseum Site Radio Tower height extension project.

19) RESOLUTION authorizing advertisement for bids for asbestos/lead abatement at Fire Station #4.

F. ORDINANCES FOR FINAL ADOPTION
SUBJECT TO PUBLIC HEARING

20) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low bid submitted for herbicides for annual contract.

21) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low bid submitted for substation battery replacement at Sterkx, Willow Glen and downtown substations.

22) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low bid submitted for operating supplies for the Electric Distribution department.

23) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low bid submitted for hydraulic trash loader truck for the Sanitation department.

24) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low bid submitted for electric meters for a twelve month period.

25) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into an intergovernmental agreement with the Rapides Parish School Board for the support of their school breakfast program to be held during Leap and Iowa testing to be held April 27-May 1, 2009.

26) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to renew the existing contract with Lott Oil Company for the vehicle & equipment fuel bid.

27) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to renew the existing contract with Wolfe Tree Experts for trimming & removal of trees & limbs.

UTILITY COMMITTEE

28) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low bid submitted for water system improvements for the Water department. (UTILITY 2/10)

29) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low bid submitted for 2009 water well maintenance and rehabilitation project. (UTILITY 2/10)

PUBLIC SAFETY/TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE

30) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low bid submitted for fire hydrants & related accessories for a six month period. (PUBLIC SAFETY/TRANSPORTATION 2/10)

G. COMMITTEES

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

H. PUBLIC HEARING

43) A public hearing to be held to receive public comment concerning electrical utility rebates. (If needed, public hearing to be held in Alexandria Convention Hall at 5:30 P.M.)

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

45) ADJOURNMENT.

Public Meeting on Drainage

2009-01-28T00:00:00.007-06:00

January 27, 2009, Alexandria, La.

Video courtesy The Town Talk (No sound for the first 1:17)

Town Talk article: Citizens want quick action to improve drainage in Alexandria

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Lagniappe: City of Alexandria, La. Publicity Video

2009-01-15T18:55:00.000-06:00

City of Alexandria, La. Publicity Video

Regular Council Agenda for January 13, 2009

2009-01-13T21:00:00.000-06:00

Cost Share Agreement & Emerging Business Committee
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Public Safety / Transportation Committee
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City Council Meeting
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ALEXANDRIA CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR COUNCIL AGENDA
TUESDAY, JANUARY 13, 2009
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 meetings held 12/16, 12/23, 12/30, 2008.

2) Introduction of an ordinance for Versailles Boulevard street and drainage improvements, Phase 2, Package 4. Bids to be opened 1/13.

3) Introduction of an ordinance for herbicides for annual contract. Bids to be opened 1/13.

4) Introduction of an ordinance for renovations of the Electrical Distribution department offices and warehouses. Bids to be opened 1/13.

5) Introduction of an ordinance for turn-out gear for the Alexandria Fire department. Bids to be opened 1/13.

6) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing Amendment No. 6 to the Professional Services Agreement between the City and Meyer, Meyer, LaCroix & Hixson for engineering and land surveying services for Sugarhouse Road, Phase 1.

7) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a written cooperative endeavor agreement with Alexandria Mardi Gras Association supporting the 2009 Mardi Gras activities/festivities, for the public purpose of promoting Alexandria and enhancing the quality of family life.

8) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a written cooperative endeavor agreement with the Inter-Denominational Area wide crusade to support community events, for the purpose of recognizing the national holiday, “MLK: Day of Service.”

9) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Alexandria Police department to receive monies from the LA Commission on Law Enforcement for DARE state funding award.

10) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Alexandria Police department to receive monies from the LA Commission on Law Enforcement for JAG subgrant award for 2009.

11) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the quote offering the highest percentage deducted per pound off the american metal market price list for sale of scrap metal.

12) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the lowest quote received for red infield conditioner for use by the Recreation department.

13) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the lowest quote received for caustic soda for the Electric Production department.

14) RESOLUTION authorizing payment of funds, for the third year, under the contract between the City and Alexandria Dixie Youth Baseball Association, as authorized by Ordinance No. 148-2007.

15) RESOLUTION authorizing payment of funds, for the third year, under the contract between the City and Alexandria Dixie Girls Softball, as authorized by Ordinance No. 149-2007.

16) RESOLUTION authorizing advertisement for bids for janitorial supplies for a six month period.

F. FINANCE

17) To hear from the Director of Finance concerning the fiscal status of the City of Alexandria. (FINANCE 1/13)

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 a minimum of sixty (60) wireless modems for Public Safety Division.
19) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low bid submitted 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. (Administration request re-advertisement for bids)
20) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low bid submitted for stand-by power treatment plant headwork’s/Administration Building project.
21) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low bid submitted for pre-stressed wood pole equivalent concrete poles.
22) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low bid submitted for two rear loading refuse trucks for the Sanitation department.
23) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low bid submitted for spray injected road repair truck for the Street department.
24) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to extend the existing lease agreement with FEMA for sixty (60) days for the purpose of a Disaster Recovery Center.
LEGAL COMMITTEE
25) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a lease agreement for certain immovable property with Startek USA. (LEGAL 12/30:DELAY & 1/13)

FINANCE COMMITTEE

26) To consider final adoption of an ordinance amending 2008/2009 Major Budget Amendment. (FINANCE 1/13)

H. PUBLIC HEARING – COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

27) To continue public hearing on the following structures:

723 Woodard Street Walter Lee Dixon
608-13th Street Mark Stevenson
510- 14th Street Charlie Gilmore
1802 Elliott Bay 1 Properties

I. COMMITTEES

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

39) ADJOURNMENT.

Regular Council Agenda for December 30, 2008 and CLECO Meeting

2008-12-30T20:56:00.002-06:00

Committees
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City Council Meeting
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City Council Meeting Part 2 - CLECO Settlement
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ALEXANDRIA CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR COUNCIL AGENDA
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 30, 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) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to extend the existing Lease Agreement with FEMA for sixty (60) days for the purpose of a disaster recovery center.

F. ORDINANCES FOR FINAL ADOPTION
SUBJECT TO PUBLIC HEARING

2) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to extend the City’s contract with E.P. Breaux Electrical for overhead electric construction unit pricing.

3) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a written cooperative endeavor agreement with Alexandria Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi to make provisions for the City’s youth to participate in the 2009 Kappa Basketball League to be held January-March, 2009.

4) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a grant agreement with The Shepherd Center for the operation of a homeless emergency shelter and a homeless prevention program.

5) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to execute Power Supply Agreement and all ancillary contracts and documents necessary to implement the Council approved Memorandum of Understanding between the City and Cleco Corporation in furtherance of the complete settlement of all claims and disputes in the litigation styled City of Alexandria vs. Cleco Corporation No. 05-1121-A.

LEGAL COMMITTEE

6) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a contract for utility pole use between the City and Kentucky Data Link. (LEGAL 12/30)

7) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a contract with the Central Oklahoma Transportation and Parking Authority to acquire two trolley buses. (LEGAL 12/30)

8) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a written cooperative endeavor agreement with Family Counseling Agency for the support of community program and services related to domestic violence incidents within the City. (LEGAL 12/30)

9) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a lease agreement for certain immovable property with Startek USA. (LEGAL 12/30)

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE

10) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Professional Service Agreement with BlueLines, LLC for services as a Development Plan Reviewer for the City. (ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT 12/30)

11) To consider final adoption of an ordinance amending and re-enacting Section 28-4.10 (F) of the City Code to provide for certain final plat submittal requirements. (ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT 12/30)

12) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor on behalf of the City of Alexandria to enter into an agreement that will allow Dudley Ventures Development, LLC to provide interim management of the Alexander Fulton Hotel and Convention Center. (ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT 12/30)

FINANCE COMMITTEE

13) To consider final adoption of an ordinance amending the 2008/2009 budget to include the 2008 Emergency Shelter Grant Program. (FINANCE 12/30)

G. COMMITTEES

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

24) ADJOURNMENT.

City of Alexandria 1st Public Meeting on Cleco Settlement December 23, 2008

2008-12-25T09:34:00.000-06:00

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Town Talk editorial mentioned by Mayor Roy:
Our view: Sales deal has power to hide truth - download .pdf

Regular Council Agenda for June 03, 2008

2008-06-03T12:13:00.000-05:00

ALEXANDRIA CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR COUNCIL AGENDA
TUESDAY, JUNE 3, 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 special meeting held 5/19 & regular meeting held 5/20.

2) Introduction of an ordinance for Versailles Boulevard, Phase I – Package 2. Bids to be opened 6/3.

3) Introduction of an ordinance for Southern Heights street and drainage improvements, Phase 2. Bids to be opened 6/3.

4) Introduction of an ordinance for single phase polemount transformers. Bids to be opened 6/3.

5) Introduction of an ordinance for 2009 model year vehicles for annual bid. Bids to be opened 6/3.

6) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a written cooperative endeavor agreement with the YMCA to provide a summer recreational swimming program for the City’s youth.

7) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development New Orleans Field Office for a Housing and Urban Development Faith and Community-Based Training event.

8) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a contract with the Office of Family Support for transportation bus services.

9) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to execute Change Order No. 3 with Dual Construction, in connection with the Highway 28 West sewer trunk main project.

10) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing acceptance of a donation of a 15’ wide utility servitude situated in Block 15 and part of Block 12 of the Haas Investment Company Addition.

11) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into contracts and agreements to accept donations, servitudes, easements, plats, rights of way and other instruments necessary for the City from time to time to accept such contracts and agreements and other wise to provide with respect thereto.

12) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing acceptance of a subdivision plat for Commercial Center Subdivision, Phase V, Lots 10-A and 10-B, being a resubdivision of Lot 10 of Commercial Center Subdivision, Phase IV.

13) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a contract with Owen and White, Inc. for professional services in conjunction with the Levee Certification Project.

14) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the lowest quote received for the purchase of flags.

15) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to renew the existing contract with Electrical Reliability Services, Inc., for annual inspection, testing & certification of breakers and
transformers for D.G. Hunter Generating Station.

16) RESOLUTION confirming the appointment of John E. Carroll to serve on the CURE Commission.

17) RESOLUTION authorizing the Mayor to execute and file an application on behalf of the City to aid in the financial assistance for operating, capital and planning activities for ATRANS.

18) RESOLUTION authorizing the City to state their intention to review the City’s Recycling Program as set forth by LAC 33:VII.10307.

19) RESOLUTION authorizing the City’s Water and Wastewater departments to accept, maintain and operate the proposed water and sanitary sewer improvements for Enterprise Place Subdivision.

20) RESOLUTION authorizing the City’s Water and Wastewater departments to accept, maintain and operate the proposed water and sanitary sewer improvements for the Village of Versailles Townhouses.

21) RESOLUTION authorizing advertisement for bids for janitorial chemicals for a six month period.

22) RESOLUTION authorizing advertisement for bids for pre-wired relay panels and associated equipment for the Electric Distribution department.

23) RESOLUTION authorizing advertisement for bids for LA Highway 28 West street lighting additions, Phase II.

F. ORDINANCES FOR FINAL ADOPTION
SUBJECT TO PUBLIC HEARING

24) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low bid submitted for Taser X26E series electronic control devices and accessories for the Alexandria Police department.

25) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a written Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with WLM, Aquatic School to provide a summer recreational swimming program for the city’s youth at Peabody Magnet High School.

26) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into an agreement with property owners for the acquisition of land required for the construction of the extension of Versailles Boulevard, Phase II and the temporary construction servitude required for the construction of a driveway in connection with Phase II of this project.

27) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the acquisition of six rights of way donations and one servitude required for the completion of the Azalea Lane sewer improvement project.

28) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the quote received from Open Access Technology International, Inc. (OATI) for NERC Compliance Management Software package for use by the Electric Distribution, Electric Production and the Legal Division.

29) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the lowest quote received for the purchase of miscellaneous linen supplies for the Alexandria Fire department.

30) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the lowest quote received for traffic cones to be inventoried at the Central Warehouse.

31) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the lowest quote received for galvanized fittings for a six month period.

32) To consider final adoption of an ordinance amending 2008/2009 Capital Budget for the extension of Cloverleaf Boulevard.

33) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a contract with Providence Engineering and Environmental Group, LLC to provide certain professional environmental and engineering services, including but not limited to a phase one environmental study and other studies and other studies and work related to the City’s potential acquisition of a 29 plus acre site, more or less of land owned by Kansas City Southern City Southern Railroad or a subsidiary (including other properties of the City adjacent or related thereto), which may be the subject of a donation or transfer to the City of Alexandria and otherwise to provide with respect thereto.

34) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing acceptance of the subdivision plat for Enterprise Place Subdivision.

PUBLIC WORKS/ZONING COMMITTEE

35) To consider final adoption of an ordinance rezoning a portion of Yorktown Medical and Business Park on Bayou Rapides road from “PD” Planned Development – “DUC Diverse Use Corridor” with land uses zoning district from “SF-3” Single Family (high density) and “C-2” General Commercial district to “C-2” General Commercial zoning district. (PUBLIC WORKS/ZONING 6/3)

36) To consider final adoption of an ordinance rezoning property owned by John Vaughn at 1208 Stracener Street near Graham Road from “SF-2” Single Family Residential district (moderate density) to “C-1” Limited Commercial permitting a portion of the existing building to be rented for a commercial land use, a one-bay enclosed mechanical truck repair business with the remainder of the space to be used as a residence by the owner. (PUBLIC WORKS/ZONING 6/3)

37) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low bid submitted for new kitchen for the Alexandria Zoo. (PUBLIC WORKS/ZONING 6/3)

PERSONNEL/INSURANCE COMMITTEE

38) To consider final adoption of an ordinance amending 2008/2009 operating budget adding a Clerical Specialist position in the Legal Division. (PERSONNEL/INSURANCE 6/3)

G. COMMITTEES

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

49) ADJOURNMENT.

Regular City Council Agenda May 20, 2008

2008-05-20T12:07:00.002-05:00

City Council Meeting
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Economic Development Committee / S.P.A.R.C. Presentation
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Committees
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Rep. Herbert Dixon Speech
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ALEXANDRIA CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR COUNCIL AGENDA
TUESDAY, MAY 20, 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 5/06.

2) Introduction of an ordinance for new kitchen for the Alexandria Zoo. Bids to be opened 5/20.

3) Introduction of an ordinance for Taser X26E series electronic control devices and accessories for the Alexandria Police department. Bids to be opened 5/20.

4) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a written Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with WLM, Aquatic School to provide a summer recreational swimming program for the city’s youth at Peabody Magnet High School.

5) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into an agreement with property owners for the acquisition of land required for the construction of the extension of Versailles Boulevard, Phase II and the temporary construction servitude required for the construction of a driveway in connection with Phase II of this project.

6) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the acquisition of six rights of way donations and one servitude required for the completion of the Azalea Lane sewer improvement project.

7) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the quote received from Open Access Technology International, Inc. (OATI) for NERC Compliance Management Software package for use by the Electric Distribution, Electric Production and the Legal Division.

8) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the lowest quote received for the purchase of miscellaneous linen supplies for the Alexandria Fire department.

9) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the lowest quote received for traffic cones to be inventoried at the Central Warehouse.

10) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the lowest quote received for galvanized fittings for a six month period.

11) Introduction of an ordinance amending 2008/2009 operating budget adding a Clerical Specialist position in the Legal Division.

12) Introduction of an ordinance amending 2008/2009 Capital Budget for the extension of Cloverleaf Boulevard.

13) RESOLUTION appointing Reverend J.D. Aaron, Thomas Cupples and Lori Sampey to serve on the Alcohol and Drug Abuse Control Commission.

14) RESOLUTION authorizing advertisement for bids for janitorial supplies for a six month period.

15) RESOLUTION authorizing advertisement for bids for fire hydrants & related accessories for a six month period.

16) RESOLUTION authorizing advertisement for bids for treated wood poles for a twelve month period.

17) RESOLUTION authorizing advertisement for bids for repainting of the Kisatchie twin ground storage tanks.

18) RESOLUTION authorizing advertisement for bids for Azalea Lane sanitary sewer improvement project.

19) RESOLUTION authorizing advertisement for bids for Animal Shelter renovations, Phase 2.

20) RESOLUTION authorizing advertisement for bids for Convention Hall upgrade, Phase 2 electrical renovations.

21) RESOLUTION authorizing advertisement for bids for operable wall additions for Alexandria Riverfront Center.

22) RESOLUTION authorizing advertisement for bids for carpet replacement for the Alexandria Riverfront Center.

F. ORDINANCES FOR FINAL ADOPTION
SUBJECT TO PUBLIC HEARING

23) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low bid submitted for underground electric construction unit pricing for the Electric Distribution department.

24) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low bid submitted for brass fittings & miscellaneous items for a six month period.

25) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into an engineering agreement with Monceaux-Buller & Associates for Highway 1 North sewer extension project and St. Mary’s Bar Screen project.

26) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into Amendment No. 1 for consulting services with Gulf Coast Aerial Mapping Company.
27) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept donation of a utility servitude situated in Section 43 to provide electrical service for a proposed redevelopment at MacArthur Village Shopping Center.

28) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept Change Order No. 1 with Rylee Contracting Company for Roadside Open Ditch Closures, Work Task No. 6 for Elizabeth Street drainage improvements.

29) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into an agreement with All Star Properties I, LLC for acquisition of a parcel of land required for the construction of the extension of Versailles Boulevard, Phase II.

30) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept donation of property from The Lake District, LLC for the acquisition of land required for the construction of improvements associated with the extension of Versailles Boulevard, Phase II.

31) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing acceptance of the dedication of a 15’ wide utility servitude located in part of Spendthrift Plantation (proposed Village at Versailles tract) on Versailles Boulevard.

32) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing acceptance of various utility servitudes located on property owned by Bayou Rapides Development, LLC located at the intersection of Browns Bend Road and MacArthur Drive.

33) To consider final adoption of an ordinance annexing a 25.179 acre tract of land known as Westside Habilitation Center located on Enterprise Road and the adjacent right of way of Enterprise Road.

34) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing acceptance of subdivision plat for Cypress Point Condominiums, Phase F, Building 6, located in part of Lot J and K of The Lake District, Phase II, 2nd filing.

35) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a written cooperative endeavor agreement with ASH Sports Camp to make provisions for 100 youths within the City meeting income guidelines as recommended by HUD, to attend sports camp held during the months of June and July.

36) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a written cooperative endeavor agreement with the Boys & Girls Club to make provisions for city youth meeting income guidelines as recommended by HUD to attend the summer camp held at the Alexandria branch located at 1801 Sylvester Street during the months of June and July.

37) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a written cooperative endeavor agreement with COPE, (Challenging Opportunities for Post Secondary Education), Inc., to provide an educational summer enrichment program for the City’s youth from June 2-27 to be held at the Teen Activity Center located at 815 Casson Street.

38) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Contract and Agreement with the Board of Supervisors of Louisiana State University and Agricultural and Mechanical College related to a Business Education Center.

PERSONNEL/INSURANCE COMMITTEE.
39) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Professional Services Agreement with Kathy Sellers Johnson for certain services. (PERSONNEL 5/6:DELAY & 5/20)
UTILITY COMMITTEE

40) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Consulting Agreement with GDS Associates to assist in electric reliability compliance and other electric projects or issues that require additional professional support. (UTILITY 5/20)

G. PUBLIC HEARING – COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

41) To continue public hearing on structures located at: 1432 Levin Street and 64 Eastwood.

H. COMMITTEES

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

52) ADJOURNMENT.

City Council Agenda May 06, 2008

2008-05-06T20:57:00.002-05:00

City Council Meeting
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Committee Meetings
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ALEXANDRIA CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR COUNCIL AGENDA
TUESDAY, MAY 6, 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 4/22 and special meeting held 4/29.

2) Introduction of an ordinance for underground electric construction unit pricing for the Electric Distribution department. Bids to be opened 5/6.

3) Introduction of an ordinance for brass fittings & miscellaneous items for a six month period. Bids to be opened 5/6.

4) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into an engineering agreement with Monceaux-Buller & Associates for Highway 1 North sewer extension project and St. Mary’s Bar Screen project.

5) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into Amendment No. 1 for consulting services with Gulf Coast Aerial Mapping Company.

6) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept donation of a utility servitude situated in Section 43 to provide electrical service for a proposed redevelopment at MacArthur Village Shopping Center.

7) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept Change Order No. 1 with Rylee Contracting Company for Roadside Open Ditch Closures, Work Task No. 6 for Elizabeth Street drainage improvements.

8) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into an agreement with All Star Properties I, LLC for acquisition of a parcel of land required for the construction of the extension of Versailles Boulevard, Phase II.

9) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept donation of property from The Lake District, LLC for the acquisition of land required for the construction of improvements associated with the extension of Versailles Boulevard, Phase II.

10) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing acceptance of the dedication of a 15’ wide utility servitude located in part of Spendthrift Plantation (proposed Village at Versailles tract) on Versailles Boulevard.

11) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing acceptance of various utility servitudes located on property owned by Bayou Rapides Development, LLC located at the intersection of Browns Bend Road and MacArthur Drive.

12) Introduction of an ordinance annexing a 25.179 acre tract of land known as Westside Habilitation Center located on Enterprise Road and the adjacent right of way of Enterprise Road.

13) Introduction of an ordinance rezoning a portion of Yorktown Medical and Business Park on Bayou Rapides Road from “PD” Planned Development - “DUC Diverse Use Corridor” with land uses zoning district from “SF-3” Single family (high density) and “C-2” General Commercial district to “C-2” General commercial zoning district. (APPROVED BY ZONING COMMISSION 4/28)

14) Introduction of an ordinance rezoning property owned by John Vaughn at 1208 Stracener Street near Graham Road from “SF-2” single-family residential district (moderate density) to “C-1” Limited commercial permitting a portion of the existing building to be rented for a commercial land use, a one-bay enclosed mechanical truck repair business with the remainder of the space to be used as a residence by the owner. (APPROVED BY ZBAA 3/31)

15) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing acceptance of subdivision plat for Cypress Point Condominiums, Phase F, Building 6, located in part of Lot J and K of The Lake District, Phase II, 2nd filing.

16) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Consulting Agreement with GDS Associates to assist in electric reliability compliance and other electric projects or issues that require additional professional support.

17) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a written cooperative endeavor agreement with ASH Sports Camp to make provisions for 100 youths within the City meeting income guidelines as recommended by HUD, to attend sports camp held during the months of June and July.

18) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a written cooperative endeavor agreement with the Boys & Girls Club to make provisions for city youth meeting income guidelines as recommended by HUD to attend the summer camp held at the Alexandria branch located at 1801 Sylvester Street during the months of June and July.

19) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a written cooperative endeavor agreement with COPE, (Challenging Opportunities for Post Secondary Education), Inc., to provide an educational summer enrichment program for the City’s youth from June 2-27 to be held at the Teen Activity Center located at 815 Casson Street.
20) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Contract and Agreement with the Board of Supervisors of Louisiana State University and Agricultural and Mechanical College related to a Business Education Center.

21) RESOLUTION supporting The Alexandria Riverfront Development District – House Bill 1094 – Tax Increment Financing District.

22) RESOLUTION authorizing advertisement for bids for liquid chlorine for one ton cylinders.

F. ORDINANCES FOR FINAL ADOPTION
SUBJECT TO PUBLIC HEARING
23) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low bid submitted for cooling tower repairs for Units #1, #2, #3 and #4 for D.G. Hunter Generating Station.

24) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low bid submitted for spun pre-stressed wood pole equivalent concrete poles.

25) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a written cooperative endeavor agreement with the LA Department of Culture, Recreation and Tourism, for the promotion of the annual barbeque competition, “Que’in on the Red. ”

26) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to declare emergency repairs and authorize purchases to make repairs of a 36” ductile iron water transmission line at the International Paper Mill.

27) To consider final adoption of an ordinance amending Ordinance No. 78-2008 to allow dedication of a 15’ wide utility servitude in Northside Subdivision to one additional lot, Lot 23.

28) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing Supplemental Agreement No. 3 for the McDonald Street and drainage improvements, Phase 3.

29) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the lowest quote received from Williams Nursery & Landscaping for mowing of Esler Field Landfill for the Urban Forester department.

30) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the lowest quote received from Beauford Enterprises LLC dba Yankee Clipper for I-49 Greenbelt Maintenance Services for the Urban Forester department.

31) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the lowest quote received from Alpine Lawn & Landscape for Landscape Maintenance Services for Assorted Public Facilities for the Urban Forester department.

32) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the quote received from Green’s Park Service for Landscape Maintenance Services for Rapides Trail for the Urban Forester department.

33) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the quote received from Simpson Security Systems, Inc. for the alarm system upgrade for the Alexandria Riverfront Center.

34) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to renew the existing contract for mosquito control insecticide chemicals & related products for the Street department.

35) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to execute a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement and to designate the Mayor as the authorized representative of the City related to Louisiana Capital Outlay Funds appropriated for renovation of Medical Business Incubator and Business Development Center.

36) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to execute a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement and to designate the Mayor as the authorized representative of the City related to Louisiana Capital Outlay Funds appropriated for Sugarhouse Road/Eddie Williams Boulevard to LA Hwy. 1, Phase I and II.

37) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into an Agreement for Professional/Consulting Services between the City of Alexandria and Moreo, LLC represented by its President, Maurice Moore for assisting the City in embarking on a set of major capital projects.

PUBLIC WORKS/ZONING COMMITTEE

38) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the lowest quote received from Green’s Park Service for Compton Park Landscape Maintenance for the Urban Forester department. (PUBLIC WORKS/ZONING 5/6)

PERSONNEL/INSURANCE COMMITTEE.

39) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Professional Services Agreement with Kathy Sellers Johnson for certain services. (PERSONNEL 5/6)

PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE

40) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Professional Services Agreement with Dr. Robert Smith to provide medical oversight of the Alexandria Fire Department Emergency Medical Services Program. (PUBLIC SAFETY 5/6)

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE

41) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding with the LA Department of Economic Development Small & Emergency Business Development Program to provide market technical assistance relating to the growth of small businesses in this area. (ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT 5/6)

G. COMMITTEES

42) To hear from Finance Committee: Mr. Lawson.
43) To hear from Public Works Committee: Mr. Silver.
44) To hear from Legal Committee: Mr. Hobbs.
45) To hear from Utility Committee: Mr. Johnson.
46) To hear from Community Development: Mr. Hobbs.
47) To hear from Personnel/Insurance: Mr. Johnson.
48) To hear from Public Safety/Transportation: Mr. Johnson.
49) To hear from A & E Review: Mr. Silver.
50) To hear from Economic Development: Mr. Lawson.
51) ANY OTHER BUSINESS WHICH BY UNANIMOUS CONSENT MAY PROPERLY COME BEFORE THE COUNCIL.
52) ADJOURNMENT.

Special City Council Agenda April 29th 2008

2008-04-29T09:08:00.003-05:00

Special City Council Meeting Roll Call
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Alexandria City Council rejects Cleco offer to settle dispute; trial is set for January
Town Talk staff

Alexandria’s governing body today shot down a proposal by Cleco Corp., effectively ending a try at mediation to settle a years-long dispute over past electricity transactions that might have shortchanged city ratepayers.

City Council members voted unanimously to reject Cleco’s settlement offer today after almost two hours of executive session, a closed-door meeting involving only lawyers and city officials.

Neither council members nor Mayor Jacques Roy and administration officials would say what was in the proposal, following U.S. District Judge Dee Drell’s gag order.

Now the city will ready itself for a trial with Cleco in January.
Originally published April 29, 2008
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ALEXANDRIA CITY COUNCIL
SPECIAL COUNCIL AGENDA
TUESDAY, APRIL 29, 2008
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS – 1:30 P.M.

PERSONS DESIRING TO ADDRESS THE COUNCIL SHALL INFORM THE PRESIDENT AT THE APPROPRIATE AGENDA ITEM.
A. CALL TO ORDER

B. ROLL CALL

C. EXECUTIVE SESSION TO BE HELD PURSUANT TO R.S. 42:6.1 (A)(2) ON THE FOLLOWING ITEMS:

1) To hear from the City Attorney and Attorneys Craig Davidson and John Sharp on pending litigation and settlement matters concerning the matter of “City of Alexandria vs. Cleco Corporation, et al Docket #05-1121-A.

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

E. ADJOURNMENT.

City Council Agenda for April 22, 2008

2008-04-22T09:13:00.001-05:00

Committees Part 1
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Committees Part 2
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Committees Part 3 and Council Meeting
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ALEXANDRIA CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR COUNCIL AGENDA
TUESDAY, APRIL 22, 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 4/8.

2) Introduction of an ordinance for spun pre-stressed wood pole equivalent concrete poles. Bids to be opened 4/22.

3) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a written cooperative endeavor agreement with the LA Department of Culture, Recreation and Tourism, for the promotion of the annual barbeque competition, “Que’in on the Red. ”

4) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Professional Services Agreement with Kathy Sellers Johnson for certain services.

5) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Professional Services Agreement with Dr. Robert Smith to provide medical oversight of the Alexandria Fire Department Emergency Medical Services Program.

6) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding with the LA Department of Economic Development Small & Emergency Business Development Program to provide market technical assistance relating to the growth of small businesses in this area.

7) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to declare emergency repairs and authorize purchases to make repairs of a 36” ductile iron water transmission line at the International Paper Mill.

8) Introduction of an ordinance amending Ordinance No. 78-2008 to allow dedication of a 15’ wide utility servitude in Northside Subdivision to one additional lot, Lot 23.

9) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing Supplemental Agreement No. 3 for the McDonald Street and drainage improvements, Phase 3.

10) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the lowest quote received for Compton Park Landscape Maintenance for the Urban Forester department.

11) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the lowest quote received for mowing of Esler Field Landfill for the Urban Forester department.

12) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the lowest quote received for I-49 Greenbelt Maintenance Services for the Urban Forester department.

13) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the lowest quote received for Landscape Maintenance Services for Assorted Public Facilities for the Urban Forester department.

14) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the lowest quote received for Landscape Maintenance Services for Rapides Trail for the Urban Forester department.

15) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the lowest quote received for the alarm system upgrade for the Alexandria Riverfront Center.

16) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to renew the existing contract for mosquito control insecticide chemicals & related products for the Street department.

17) RESOLUTION confirming the appointment of Glen Beard to the Alexandria Fire & Police Civil Service Board.

18) RESOLUTION authorizing advertisement for bids for single phase polemount transformers.

19) RESOLUTION authorizing advertisement for bids for annual bid for 2009 model year vehicles.

20) RESOLUTION authorizing advertisement for bids for Southern Heights street and drainage improvements, Phase 2.

21) RESOLUTION authorizing advertisement for bids for Versailles Boulevard, Phase I – Package 2.

F. ORDINANCES FOR FINAL ADOPTION
SUBJECT TO PUBLIC HEARING

22) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low bid submitted for prox card access system for lobby doors at City hall, gates and turnstiles at the Compound, lobby doors at the Administration Building at the Compound and optional future jobs at other facilities.

23) To consider final adoption of an ordinance amending 2007/2008 capital budget for alluvial aquifer water well & treatment project at the Water department.

24) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the lowest quote received from Cain’s Fence Company for labor and materials to install five chain-link backstops for the Johnny Downs Recreation Complex.

25) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Alexandria Police department to receive additional funds from LA Highway Safety Commission.

26) To consider final adoption of an ordinance amending 07/08 Operating Budget for the Alexandria Riverfront Center.

27) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to make emergency repairs and authorize purchases to repair a 30” force main failure at the intersection of Broadway Avenue and Jones Street.

28) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Professional Services Agreement with Barron, Heinberg & Brocato for the warehouse and office improvements project at the Electric Distribution department.

29) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Professional Services Agreement with Monceaux-Buller & Associates for design and construction inspection services for a proposed vehicle washing facility at the Electric Distribution department.

30) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to amend the grant agreement with the State of Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals Office of Mental Health and the City to fund the Crisis Intervention Team.

31) 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 service for the Alexandria Festival Association.

32) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into an Intergovernmental Agreement for economic development with the Greater Alexandria Economic Development Authority to promote and host the 2008 Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) Tennis tournament, April 17-20, 2008.

33) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into an Intergovernmental Agreement with the Greater Alexandria Economic Development Authority (GAEDA) for the promotion of the 2008 barbeque festival, “Que’in on the Red” held March 14-15, 2008.

34) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with B.R. Collins Construction, LLC for the development of single-family affordable housing units.

35) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with Standard Enterprise, Inc. for the development of 36 single-family rental housing units.

36) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing acceptance of the subdivision plat for Alexandria Industrial Park, 4th Filing, Lots 1 and 2.

37) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing acceptance of street and drainage improvements for St. Andrews Links Estates, Phase III.

38) To consider final adoption of an ordinance annexing a parcel or tract of land containing an area of 9.62 acres consisting of Lots 25, 26 27 and 28 of Block A of Woodlawn Subdivision and the adjacent parcel located in Sections 18 and 19 of T4N, R1W – Enterprise Road Subdivision and a portion of the right of way of Enterprise Road containing 2.34 acres.

39) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the lowest quote received for janitorial services for the cleaning the Main Street A-Trans Bus Terminal.
40) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the lowest quote received for janitorial services for the cleaning of transit buses & passenger transit vans for the Bus department.

41) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the lowest quote received for ready-mix concrete for use by various city departments.

42) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the lowest quote received for hydrochloric acid for the Electric Production department.

43) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the lowest quote received for hydrogen for use at D.G. Hunter Power Plant.

44) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to renew the existing contract for annual uniform bid on a month-to-month basis for a period of up to twelve months.

45) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with the Alexandria Metropolitan Foundation.

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE

46) To consider final adoption of an ordinance amending the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program Budget. (COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT 4/22)

47) To consider final adoption of an ordinance amending the HOME Investment Partnership Act (HOME) Program Budget. (COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT 4/22)

PERSONNEL/INSURANCE COMMITTEE

48) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Temporary Staffing Agreement with any/all Temporary Staffing Agencies to provide temporary personnel to perform work for the City. (PERSONNEL/INSURANCE 4/22)

LEGAL COMMITTEE

49) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Facilities Agreement with the Rapides Exploratory Education House, “T.R.E.E. House”. (LEGAL 4/22)

FINANCE COMMITTEE

50) To consider final adoption of an ordinance adopting the Operating Budget for the City of Alexandria for fiscal year 2008/2009; to make appropriations for the ordinary expenses of all City Divisions, Departments, Offices and agencies, pensions and otherwise providing with respect to the expenditures of appropriations; Adopting the Capital Budget for the City of Alexandria for fiscal year 2008/2009 and providing for capital expenditures. (FINANCE 4/8)

G. PUBLIC HEARING – COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

51) To continue public hearing on structures located at:

1802 Elliott Bam Properties
723 Woodard Kendall Dixon

52) To hold a public hearing on the condemnation of 10 structures.

H. COMMITTEES

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

63) ADJOURNMENT.

City Council Agenda for April 08, 2008

2008-04-08T09:22:00.005-05:00

City Council Meeting
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Committee Meetings
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Finance Committee Part 1
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Finance Committee Part 2
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Finance Committee Part 3
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ALEXANDRIA CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR COUNCIL AGENDA
TUESDAY, APRIL 8, 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 March 25, 2008 and special meeting held March 27, 2008.

2) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Alexandria Police department to receive additional funds from LA Highway Safety Commission.

3) Introduction of an ordinance amending 2007/2008 Operating Budget for the Alexandria Riverfront Center.

4) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to make emergency repairs and authorize purchases to repair a 30” force main failure at the intersection of Broadway Avenue and Jones Street.

5) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Professional Services Agreement with Barron, Heinberg & Brocato for the warehouse and office improvements project at the Electric Distribution department.

6) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Professional Services Agreement with Monceaux-Buller & Associates for design and construction inspection services for a proposed vehicle washing facility at the Electric Distribution department.

7) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Temporary Staffing Agreement with any/all Temporary Staffing Agencies to provide temporary personnel to perform work for the City.

8) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Facilities Agreement with the Rapides Exploratory Education House, “T.R.E.E. House”.

9) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to amend the grant agreement with the State of Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals Office of Mental Health and the City to fund the Crisis Intervention Team.

10) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Professional Services Agreement with DPS Financial Resources & Solutions for bookkeeping and tax service for the Alexandria Festival Association.

11) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into an Intergovernmental Agreement for economic development with the Greater Alexandria Economic Development Authority to promote and host the 2008 Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) Tennis tournament, April 17-20, 2008.

12) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into an Intergovernmental Agreement with the Greater Alexandria Economic Development Authority (GAEDA) for the promotion of the 2008 barbeque festival, “Que’in on the Red” held March 14-15, 2008.

13) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with B.R. Collins Construction, LLC for the development of single-family affordable housing units.

14) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with Standard Enterprise, Inc. for the development of 36 single-family rental housing units.

15) Introduction of an ordinance amending the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program Budget.

16) Introduction of an ordinance amending the HOME Investment Partnership Act (HOME) Program Budget.

17) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing acceptance of the subdivision plat for Alexandria Industrial Park, 4th Filing, Lots 1 and 2.

18) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing acceptance of street and drainage improvements for St. Andrews Links Estates, Phase III.

19) Introduction of an ordinance annexing a parcel or tract of land containing an area of 9.62 acres consisting of Lots 25, 26 27 and 28 of Block A of Woodlawn Subdivision and the adjacent parcel located in Sections 18 and 19 of T4N, R1W – Enterprise Road Subdivision and a portion of the right of way of Enterprise Road containing 2.34 acres.

20) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the lowest quote received for priority repairs for Sterkx & Twin Bridges substation transformers for the Electric Distribution department.

21) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the lowest quote received for janitorial services for the cleaning the Main Street A-Trans Bus Terminal.

22) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the lowest quote received for janitorial services for the cleaning of transit buses & passenger transit vans for the Bus department.

23) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the lowest quote received for ready-mix concrete for use by various city departments.

24) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the lowest quote received for hydrochloric acid for the Electric Production department.

25) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the lowest quote received for hydrogen for use at D.G. Hunter Power Plant.

26) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to renew the existing contract for annual uniform bid on a month-to-month basis for a period of up to twelve months.

27) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with the Alexandria Metropolitan Foundation.

28) RESOLUTION confirming the appointment of Glen Beard to the Alexandria Fire and Police Civil Service Board.

29) RESOLUTION authorizing the Alexandria Police department to apply for 2008 Bulletproof Vest Funds.

30) RESOLUTION authorizing advertisement for bids for Taser X26E series electronic control devices and accessories for the Alexandria Police department.

F. ORDINANCES FOR FINAL ADOPTION
SUBJECT TO PUBLIC HEARING

31) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low bid submitted for cooling tower repairs for Units #1 & 2, #3 and #4 for D.G. Hunter Generating Station.

32) To consider final adoption of an ordinance amending 2007/2008 capital budget for alluvial aquifer water well & treatment project at the Water department.

33) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low bid submitted for two rotary lobe sludge pumps and macerator for the Wastewater department.

34) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low bid submitted for printer/cutter for the Traffic department.

35) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low bid submitted for plastic refuse bags for a twelve month period.

36) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a contract with LA Department of Public Safety and Corrections for an inmate labor crew.

37) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to execute an Intergovernmental Agreement between the City and the Town of Lecompte for 20 hours of manpower and the use of a vacuum truck.

38) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to renew the existing consultant agreement with Walter “Bo” Neely for performance of certain consultant services, as needed.

39) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Professional Services Agreement with Melinda Anderson for professional services and other matters related to the Alexandria Historic Preservation Commission.

40) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the lowest quotes received from Cain’s Fence Company for labor and materials to install five chain-link backstops for the Johnny Downs Recreation Complex.

41) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the lowest quote received for electric transmission & distribution emergency services.

42) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the lowest quote received for vehicle windshields & vehicle glass for the Parts Warehouse.

43) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the acceptance of two utility servitudes required for utility services serving the Hampton Inn.

44) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing acceptance of a 15’ wide utility servitude located adjacent to Lot B of Calhoun Commercial Park II and Old Boyce Road in property owned by B I J Hotel, Inc.

45) To consider final adoption of an ordinance annexing 86.13 acres located adjacent to Tennyson Oaks Subdivision and in Section 5 & 8 of T3N, R1W into the city limits and zoning said property to “SF-2” moderate density single family residential district, upon annexation.

46) To consider final adoption of an ordinance annexing 2.310 acre tract of land located on Coliseum Boulevard in part of Section 26, T4N, R1W, Southwestern Land District and said property to be zoned “C-2” General Commercial district, upon annexation.
47) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the donation of a scoreboard from Naomi Heights Facility for Ben Bradford field.

48) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with the American Cancer Society.

PUBLIC WORKS/ZONING COMMITTEE

49) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Support Fund Endowment Agreement with the Coughlin-Saunders Foundation for the operation and maintenance of said building. (PUBLIC WORKS/ZONING 4/8)

LEGAL COMMITTEE

50) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Solid Waste Disposal Contract with IESI, Inc. for the transfer of waste to the appropriate storage areas. (LEGAL 4/8)

51) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Professional Services Agreement with John Adragna, Esq. to assist in the litigation of the Cleco case. (LEGAL 4/8)

G. PUBLIC HEARING – FINANCE

52) To hold a public hearing on the Mayor’s Proposed 2008/2009 Operating and Capital Budgets, according to Sec. 5-02 of the Home Rule Charter.

H. COMMITTEES

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

63) ADJOURNMENT.

Special Council Agenda March 27, 2008

2008-03-27T07:12:00.001-05:00

Special City Council Meeting
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ALEXANDRIA CITY COUNCIL
SPECIAL COUNCIL AGENDA
THURSDAY, MARCH 27, 2008
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS – 9:00 A.M.

PERSONS DESIRING TO ADDRESS THE COUNCIL SHALL INFORM THE PRESIDENT AT THE APPROPRIATE AGENDA ITEM.
A. CALL TO ORDER

B. ROLL CALL

1) To discuss proposed adjustment of
sales tax revenues, as suggested by the
Rapides Parish Police Jury.

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

D. ADJOURNMENT.

City Council Agenda For March 25, 2008

2008-03-25T10:33:00.002-05:00

City Council
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Committees Part 1
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Committees Part 2
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ALEXANDRIA CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR COUNCIL AGENDA
TUESDAY, MARCH 25, 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 special meetings held March 5, 2008 and March 11, 2008 and regular meeting held March 11, 2008.

2) Introduction of an ordinance for prox card access system for lobby doors at City Hall, gates and turnstiles at the Compound, lobby doors at the Administration Building at the Compound and optional future jobs at other facilities. Bids to be opened 3/25.

3) Introduction of an ordinance for two rotary lobe sludge pumps and macerator for the Wastewater department. Bids to be opened 3/25.

4) Introduction of an ordinance for printer/cutter for the Traffic department. Bids to be opened 3/25.

5) Introduction of an ordinance for plastic refuse bags for a twelve month period. Bids to be opened 3/25.

6) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a contract with LA Department of Public Safety and Corrections for an inmate labor crew.

7) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to execute an Intergovernmental Agreement between the City and the Town of Lecompte for 20 hours of manpower and the use of a vacuum truck.

8) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to renew the existing consultant agreement with Walter “Bo” Neely for performance of certain consultant services, as needed.

9) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Professional Services Agreement with Melinda Anderson for professional services and other matters related to the Alexandria Historic Preservation Commission.

10) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the lowest quotes received from Cain’s Fence Company for labor and materials to install five chain-link backstops for the Johnny Downs Recreation Complex.

11) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the lowest quote received for electric transmission & distribution emergency services.

12) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the lowest quote received for vehicle windshields & vehicle glass for the Parts Warehouse.

13) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the acceptance of two utility servitudes required for utility services serving the Hampton Inn.

14) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing acceptance of a 15’ wide utility servitude located adjacent to Lot B of Calhoun Commercial Park II and Old Boyce Road in property owned by B I J Hotel, Inc.

15) Introduction of an ordinance annexing 86.13 acres located adjacent to Tennyson Oaks Subdivision and in Section 5 & 8 of T3N, R1W into the city limits and zoning said property to “SF-2” moderate density single family residential district, upon annexation.

16) Introduction of an ordinance annexing 2.310 acre tract of land located on Coliseum Boulevard in part of Section 26, T4N, R1W, Southwestern Land District and said property to be zoned “C-2” General Commercial district, upon annexation.

17) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the donation of a scoreboard from Naomi Heights Facility for Ben Bradford field.

18) RESOLUTION authorizing the mayor to submit an application to the LA Department of Social Services for an Emergency Shelter Grant and to execute any and all documents necessary to secure release of funds.

19) RESOLUTION authorizing the City’s Wastewater department to accept, maintain and operate the proposed sanitary sewer improvements for Bayou Rapides Development, Phase I (a).

20) RESOLUTION authorizing advertisement for bids for underground electric construction unit pricing for the Electric Distribution department.

21) RESOLUTION authorizing advertisement for bids for a new kitchen for the Alexandria Zoo.

22) RESOLUTION authorizing advertisement for bids for brass fittings & miscellaneous items for a six month period.

F.FINANCE

23) To hear from the Director of Finance concerning the fiscal status of the City of Alexandria. (FINANCE 3/25)

G. ORDINANCES FOR FINAL ADOPTION
SUBJECT TO PUBLIC HEARING

24) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low bid submitted for additional covered parking additions for the Electric Distribution department.

25) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low bid submitted for telephone network upgrade Phase II for fiber optic cable splicing.

26) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low bid submitted for Request for Proposals for a Document Imaging System.

27) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low bid submitted for North Mall Drive street improvements.

28) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low bid submitted for LA Highway 28 West street lighting addition.

29) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low bid submitted for cooling tower repairs for Units #1 & 2, #3 and #4 for D.G. Hunter Generating Station.

30) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low bid submitted for testing and maintenance of 138 KV substation equipment for Electric Distribution department.

31) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low bid submitted for water meters for a six month period.

32) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low bid submitted for cast/ductile iron & related accessories for a six month period.

33) To consider final adoption of an ordinance amending 2007/2008 capital budget for alluvial aquifer water well & treatment project at the Water department.

34) To consider final adoption of an ordinance amending Section 27.5-26 of the City Code concerning local wastewater discharge limits as mandated by EPA.

35) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to renew the existing contract with Transformation Janitorial Service for janitorial services for the Utility Billing & Collection offices.

36) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to renew the existing contract for trimming & removal of trees & limbs around high voltage lines for the Electric Distribution department.

37) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing Change Order No. 4 for water well improvements for water well rehabilitation for seven well sites.

38) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with Christus St. Frances Cabrini Hospital for the extension of electric utility facilities.

39) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing acceptance of the subdivision plat for Extra Space Subdivision, Lots 1 & 2.

40) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing acceptance of the subdivision plat for the resubdivision of Lot 11 and part of Lot 10 of Block 3 of Horseshoe Gardens Subdivision.

41) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing acceptance of a 15’ wide utility servitude located in Lot 17 of Northside Subdivision.

42) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing Supplemental Agreement No. 2 for Versailles Boulevard, Phase 2.

43) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with the State of Louisiana to accept and receive a donation of reclaimed asphalt pavement from the State of Louisiana.

44) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a six month extension of the Suddenlink Cable contract.

LEGAL COMMITTEE

45) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Third Party Limited Attachment Agreement between Cleco Power and the City for the installation of fiber optic cable to be attached to four poles located on Industrial Park Road and Highway One. (LEGAL 3/25)

H. PUBLIC HEARING – COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

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

I. COMMITTEES

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

57) ADJOURNMENT.

Special City Council Agenda March 19, 2008

2008-03-19T10:50:00.000-05:00

**THIS MEETING WAS CANCELED**

ALEXANDRIA CITY COUNCIL
SPECIAL COUNCIL AGENDA
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 19, 2008
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS – 9:30 A.M.

PERSONS DESIRING TO ADDRESS THE COUNCIL SHALL INFORM THE PRESIDENT AT THE APPROPRIATE AGENDA ITEM.

A. CALL TO ORDER

B. ROLL CALL

C. EXECUTIVE SESSION TO BE HELD PURSUANT TO R.S. 42:6.1 (A)(2) ON THE FOLLOWING ITEMS:
1) To hear from Attorneys Craig Davidson and John Sharp on pending litigation and settlement matters concerning the matter of “City of Alexandria vs. Cleco Corporation, et al Docket #05-1121-A. (Executive Session to be held in the City Council room)

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

E. ADJOURNMENT.

**THIS MEETING WAS CANCELED**

City Council Regular Agenda March 11, 2008

2008-03-11T10:06:00.001-05:00

City Council Meeting
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City Council Committees
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ALEXANDRIA CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR COUNCIL AGENDA
TUESDAY, MARCH 11, 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 2/26 and special meeting held 2/26.

2) Introduction of an ordinance for North Mall Drive street improvements. Bids to be opened 3/11.

3) Introduction of an ordinance for LA Highway 28 West street lighting addition. Bids to be opened 3/11.

4) Introduction of an ordinance for cooling tower repairs for Units #1 & 2, #3 and #4 for D.G. Hunter Generating Station. Bids to be opened 3/11.

5) Introduction of an ordinance for testing and maintenance of 138 KV substation equipment for Electric Distribution department. Bids to be opened 3/11.

6) Introduction of an ordinance for water meters for a six month period. Bids to be opened 3/11.

7) Introduction of an ordinance for cast/ductile iron & related accessories for a six month period. Bids to be opened 3/11.

8) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Third Party Limited Attachment Agreement between Cleco Power and the City for the installation of fiber optic cable to be attached to four poles located on Industrial Park Road and Highway One.

9) Introduction of an ordinance amending 2007/2008 capital budget for alluvial aquifer water well & treatment project at the Water department.

10) Introduction of an ordinance amending Section 27.5-26 of the City Code concerning local wastewater discharge limits as mandated by EPA.

11) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to renew the existing contract with Transformation Janitorial Service for janitorial services for the Utility Billing & Collection offices.

12) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to renew the existing contract for trimming & removal of trees & limbs around high voltage lines for the Electric Distribution department.

13) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing Change Order No. 4 for water well improvements for water well rehabilitation for seven well sites.

14) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with Christus St. Frances Cabrini Hospital for the extension of electric utility facilities.

15) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing acceptance of the subdivision plat for Extra Space Subdivision, Lots 1 & 2.

16) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing acceptance of the subdivision plat for the resubdivision of Lot 11 and part of Lot 10 of Block 3 of Horseshoe Gardens Subdivision.

17) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing acceptance of a 15’ wide utility servitude located in Lot 17 of Northside Subdivision.

18) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing Supplemental Agreement No. 2 for Versailles Boulevard, Phase 2.

19) RESOLUTION authorizing the Mayor to submit the 2008 Action Plan and to execute any and all documents necessary for the release of HUD’s letter of credit for CDBG and HOME Program funds.

20) RESOLUTION authorizing the City to state their intent to maintain permit requirements as set forth by National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES)

21) RESOLUTION setting a public hearing to be held April 22, 2008 for the condemnation of ten structures.

22) RESOLUTION authorizing advertisement for Request for Proposals for the design of a various electric distribution system improvement projects.

23) RESOLUTION authorizing advertisement for bids for pre-stressed wood pole equivalent concrete poles.

F. ORDINANCES FOR FINAL ADOPTION
SUBJECT TO PUBLIC HEARING

24) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low bid submitted for pre-engineering metal building metal building shed for maintenance equipment storage at the Wastewater Treatment Plant.

25) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low bid submitted for operating supplies for the Wastewater department.

26) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low bid submitted for electric substation maintenance painting for the Electric Distribution department.

27) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low bid submitted for additional covered parking additions for the Electric Distribution department.

28) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low bid submitted for three phase padmount transformers for inventory stock.

29) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low bid submitted for operating supplies for the Electric Distribution department.

30) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low bid submitted for construction & maintenance materials for various using departments.

31) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low bid submitted for telephone network upgrade Phase II for fiber optic cable splicing.

32) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low bid submitted for emergency generators for the City Emergency Operations Center located at the City Compound.

33) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low bid submitted for Request for Proposals for a Document Imaging System.

34) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the lowest quote received from Belsco, Inc. for police uniform accessories for the Police department.

PUBLIC WORKS/ZONING COMMITTEE

35) To consider final adoption of an ordinance rezoning 755 MacArthur Drive from “B-2” Community Business general to “C-2” Commercial General zoning district. (PUBLIC WORKS/ZONING 3/11)

36) To consider final adoption of an ordinance rezoning property on Tulane and Brown Streets from “SF-2” Single-family moderate density to “DUC” Diverse Use Corridor zoning district to build a range of housing opportunities and business space for mutual participation. (PUBLIC WORKS/ZONING 3/11)

UTILITY COMMITTEE

37) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing acceptance of a 10’ wide utility servitude located in Lot 9 and 10 of Commercial Center Subdivision, Phase IV. (UTILITY 3/11)

38) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing acceptance of a 25’ utility servitude and an access servitude located in the Oakmont Village Apartments development situated on Hudson Boulevard. (UTILITY 3/11)

G. PUBLIC HEARING – COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

39) To continue public hearings on structures located at:

723 Woodard Kendall Dixon
2703 Main Street Arthur Smash/James Smash
510 14th Street Charlie Gilmore
28 Prospect Street John Melder
320 Gabriel Lane Ricky Coutee
43 Eastwood Mark Stevenson
608 13th Street Fellowship Ministries

H. COMMITTEES

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

50) ADJOURNMENT.

Special City Council Agenda March 11, 2008

2008-03-11T10:00:00.002-05:00

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ALEXANDRIA CITY COUNCIL
SPECIAL COUNCIL AGENDA
TUESDAY, MARCH 11, 2008
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS – 1:00 P.M.

PERSONS DESIRING TO ADDRESS THE COUNCIL SHALL INFORM THE PRESIDENT AT THE APPROPRIATE AGENDA ITEM.
A. CALL TO ORDER

B. ROLL CALL

C. EXECUTIVE SESSION TO BE HELD PURSUANT TO R.S. 42:6.1 (A)(2) ON THE FOLLOWING ITEMS:

1) To hear from the City Attorney, Attorneys Craig Davidson John Sharp and R.W. Beck on pending litigation and settlement matters concerning the matter of “City of Alexandria vs. Cleco Corporation, et al Docket #05-1121-A.

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

E. ADJOURNMENT.

Special City Council Agenda March 05, 2008

2008-03-05T10:04:00.002-06:00

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ALEXANDRIA CITY COUNCIL
SPECIAL COUNCIL AGENDA
WEDNESDAY, March 5, 2008
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS – 11:30 A.M.
PERSONS DESIRING TO ADDRESS THE COUNCIL SHALL INFORM THE PRESIDENT AT THE APPROPRIATE AGENDA ITEM.

A. CALL TO ORDER

B. ROLL CALL

1. To consider adoption of a resolution to consider endorsing a Tax Increment Financing (TIF) district from the O.K. Allen Bridge to Willow Glen River Road.

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

3. ADJOURNMENT.

City Council Agenda February 26, 2008

2008-02-26T21:20:00.001-06:00

Committee Meetings
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ALEXANDRIA CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR COUNCIL AGENDA
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 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

F. NEW BUSINESS

To hear a presentation from Charlie Braud from the Attorney General’s Office on Open Meetings Law.

1) Approval of minutes taken from regular meeting held 2/12.

2) Introduction of an ordinance for pre-engineering metal building metal building shed for maintenance equipment storage at the Wastewater Treatment Plant. Bids to be opened 2/26.

3) Introduction of an ordinance for operating supplies for the Wastewater department. Bids to be opened 2/26.

4) Introduction of an ordinance for electric substation maintenance painting for the Electric Distribution department. Bids to be opened 2/26.

5) Introduction of an ordinance for additional covered parking additions for the Electric Distribution department. Bids to be opened 2/26.

6) Introduction of an ordinance for three phase padmount transformers for inventory stock. Bids to be opened 2/26.

7) Introduction of an ordinance for operating supplies for the Electric Distribution department. Bids to be opened 2/26.

8) Introduction of an ordinance for construction & maintenance materials for various using departments. Bids to be opened 2/26.

9) Introduction of an ordinance for telephone network upgrade Phase II for fiber optic cable splicing. Bids to be opened 2/26.

10) Introduction of an ordinance for emergency generators for the City Emergency Operations Center located at the City Compound. Bids to be opened 2/26.

11) Introduction of an ordinance for Request for Proposals for a Document Imaging System. Bids to be opened 2/26.

12) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low quote received for police uniform accessories for the Police department.

13) RESOLUTION authorizing the Mayor to submit to HUD an amendment to the HOME Investment Partnership Program (HOME) and the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program and to execute any and all documents necessary for the release of HUD’S Letter of Credit.

G. ORDINANCES FOR FINAL ADOPTION
SUBJECT TO PUBLIC HEARING

14) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low bid submitted for clamps & couplings for a six month period.

15) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low bid submitted for variable frequency drive for the Wastewater department.
16) To consider final adoption of an ordinance amending 2007/2008 Capital Budget for the main distribution panel replacement at the Wastewater Treatment Plant.

17) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into an agreement with the Alexandria Police Union. (DELAYED 2/12)

LEGAL COMMITTEE

18) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Professional Services Agreement with KJA Communications Group for the maintenance and production of programming for the City’s Government Access Channel and development of the City’s web site. (LEGAL 2/12:DELAY & 2/26)

19) To consider final adoption of an ordinance amending Chapter 4 of the Alexandria City Code pertaining to the Alcoholic Beverage Control laws. (LEGAL 1/29:DELAY, 2/12:DELAY & 2/26)

FINANCE COMMITTEE

20) To consider final adoption of an ordinance providing for the levy within the City of Alexandria, State of Louisiana, of a one percent (1%) sales and use tax upon the sale at retail, the use, the lease or rental, the consumption, and the storage for use or consumption, of tangible personal property and upon the sale of services in said City and for the assessment, collection, payment thereof, and the dedication of the proceeds of said Tax and the purpose for which the proceeds of the Tax may be expended, said Tax having been authorized at a special election held in the City on July 21, 2007. (FINANCE 2/26)

H. COMMITTEES

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

31) ADJOURNMENT.

Special City Council Agenda February 26, 2008

2008-02-19T21:22:00.001-06:00

Opening & Closing
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ALEXANDRIA CITY COUNCIL
SPECIAL COUNCIL AGENDA
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 2008
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS – 1:30 P.M.

PERSONS DESIRING TO ADDRESS THE COUNCIL SHALL INFORM THE PRESIDENT AT THE APPROPRIATE AGENDA ITEM.
A. CALL TO ORDER

B. ROLL CALL

C. EXECUTIVE SESSION TO BE HELD PURSUANT TO R.S. 42:6.1 (A)(2) ON THE FOLLOWING ITEMS:

1) To hear from the City Attorney and Attorneys Craig Davidson and John Sharp on pending litigation and settlement matters concerning the matter of “City of Alexandria vs. Cleco Corporation, et al Docket #05-1121-A.

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

E. ADJOURNMENT.

Regular Council Agenda February 12, 2008

2008-02-12T22:34:00.002-06:00

City Council Meeting
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Finance Committee
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Legal Committee
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Committee Meetings
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ALEXANDRIA CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR COUNCIL AGENDA
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 12, 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 1/29.

2) Introduction of an ordinance for clamps & couplings for a six month period. Bids to be opened 2/12.

3) Introduction of an ordinance for variable frequency drive for the Wastewater department. Bids to be opened 2/12.

4) Introduction of an ordinance providing for the levy within the City of Alexandria, State of Louisiana, of a one percent (1%) sales and use tax upon the sale at retail, the use, the lease or rental, the consumption, and the storage for use or consumption, of tangible personal property and upon the sale of services in said City and for the assessment, collection, payment thereof, and the dedication of the proceeds of said Tax and the purpose for which the proceeds of the Tax may be expended, said Tax having been authorized at a special election held in the City on July 21, 2007.

5) Introduction of an ordinance amending 2007/2008 Capital Budget for the main distribution panel replacement at the Wastewater Treatment Plant.

6) RESOLUTION authorizing advertisement for bids for plastic refuse bags for a twelve month period.

7) RESOLUTION authorizing advertisement for bids for a printer/cutter for the Traffic department.

8) RESOLUTION authorizing advertisement for bids for two rotary lobe sludge pumps and macerator for the Wastewater department.

F. ORDINANCES FOR FINAL ADOPTION
SUBJECT TO PUBLIC HEARING

9) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low bid submitted for pile feed paper folder, eight page right-angle unit to be used by the Printing department.

10) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the lowest quote received for hot mix for a six month period.

11) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the lowest quote received for petroleum products for use by various using departments.

12) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Alexandria Police department to receive a Justice Assistance Grant from the LA Commission on Law Enforcement for overtime to conduct surveillance, criminal patrols and special operations.

13) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Alexandria Police department to receive money for a terrorism prevention program grant.

14) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into an agreement with the Alexandria Police Union.

15) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing acceptance of the subdivision plat for Cypress Point Condominiums, Phase E, Building 5.

16) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to execute Supplement No. 1 to an agreement for professional services with Pan American Engineers for the Fire Station Repositioning project.

17) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to amend supplemental agreement for engineering services with Meyer, Meyer, LaCroix and Hixson with regard to Horseshoe Drive roadway reconstruction.

18) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the acquisition of three servitudes required for the completion of the Bayou Rapides bicycle/walking trail.

PUBLIC WORKS/ZONING COMMITTEE

19) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing acceptance of the subdivision plat for Pecan Grove North Subdivision, Lots 1-43. (ADMINISTRATION DOES NOT RECOMMEND) (PUBLIC WORKS/ZONING 2/12)

LEGAL COMMITTEE

20) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Professional Services Agreement with KJA Communications Group for the maintenance and production of programming for the City’s Government Access Channel and development of the City’s web site. (LEGAL 2/12)

21) To consider final adoption of an ordinance amending Section 4-25 (a) (1) of the Alexandria City code relative to requirements for security devices and standards for certain alcohol beverage license permits. (LEGAL 2/12)
22) To consider final adoption of an ordinance amending Chapter 4 of the Alexandria City Code pertaining to the Alcoholic Beverage Control laws. (LEGAL 1/29:DELAY & 2/12)

FINANCE COMMITTEE

23) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the 2007/2008 Major Budget Amendment. (FINANCE 1/29:DELAY & 2/12)

G. PUBLIC HEARING – COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

24) To continue public hearing on the following structures:

43 Eastwood William Bourne
1802 Elliott Billy Allen
5015 Suthy Ethel Riddley Reed
5019 Suthy Ethel Riddley Reed
608 – 13th Street Fellowship Ministries
320 – Gabriel Lane Ricky Coutee
1432 Levin Street Joyce W. Magee

H. COMMITTEES

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

35) ADJOURNMENT.

Special Council Agenda February 12, 2008

2008-02-12T10:33:00.002-06:00

The Town Talk reported on Wednesday February 13, 2008 that this meeting was cancelled and rescheduled for 1:30 p.m. February 26, 2008.

ALEXANDRIA CITY COUNCIL
SPECIAL COUNCIL AGENDA
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 12, 2008
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS – 1:30 P.M.

PERSONS DESIRING TO ADDRESS THE COUNCIL SHALL INFORM THE PRESIDENT AT THE APPROPRIATE AGENDA ITEM.
A. CALL TO ORDER

B. ROLL CALL

C. EXECUTIVE SESSION TO BE HELD PURSUANT TO R.S. 42:6.1 (A)(2) ON THE FOLLOWING ITEMS:

1) To hear from the City Attorney and Attorney Craig Davidson on pending litigation and settlement matters concerning the matter of “City of Alexandria vs. Cleco Corporation, et al Docket #05-1121-A.

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

E. ADJOURNMENT.

City Council Agenda January 29, 2008

2008-01-29T09:42:00.001-06:00

City Council Meeting
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Committees Part 1
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Committees Part 2
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ALEXANDRIA CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR COUNCIL AGENDA
TUESDAY, JANUARY 29, 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 1/15 & special meeting held 1/15.

2) Introduction of an ordinance for testing and maintenance of the 138 KV substation equipment for Electric Distribution department. Bids to be opened 1/29.

3) Introduction of an ordinance for pile feed paper folder, eight page right-angle unit to be used by the Printing department. Bids to be opened 1/29.

4) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the lowest quote received for hot mix for a six month period.

5) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Professional Services Agreement with KJA Communications Group for the maintenance and production of programming for the City’s Government Access Channel and development of the City’s web site.

6) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Alexandria Police department to receive a Justice Assistance Grant from the LA Commission on Law Enforcement for overtime to conduct surveillance, criminal patrols and special operations.

7) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Alexandria Police department to receive money for a terrorism prevention program grant.

8) Introduction of an ordinance amending Section 4-25 (a) (1) of the Alexandria City code relative to requirements for security devices and standards for certain alcohol beverage license permits.

9) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into an agreement with the Alexandria Police Union.

10) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing acceptance of the subdivision plat for Pecan Grove North Subdivision, Lots 1-43. (ADMINISTRATION DOES NOT RECOMMEND)

11) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing acceptance of the subdivision plat for Cypress Point Condominiums, Phase E, Building 5.

12) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to execute Supplement No. 1 to an agreement for professional services with Pan American Engineers for the Fire Station Repositioning project.

13) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to amending supplemental agreement for engineering services with Meyer, Meyer, LaCroix and Hixson with regard to Horseshoe Drive roadway reconstruction.

14) Introduction of an ordinance authorizing the acquisition of three servitudes required for the completion of the Bayou Rapides bicycle/walking trail.

15) RESOLUTION authorizing the City’s Water and Wastewater department to accept, maintain and operate proposed improvements for Wal-Mart Supercenter at Highway 28 West.

16) RESOLUTION authorizing the Alexandria Police department to apply for a Justice Assistance Grant for overtime, contractual services and purchase equipment.

17) RESOLUTION stating the City of Alexandria’s endorsement of Southern Textile Services to participate in the benefits of the Louisiana Enterprise Zone Program.

18) RESOLUTION amending Resolution No. 8093-2006 concerning the condemnation of 28 Prospect Street.

19) RESOLUTION authorizing advertisement for bids for prox card access system for lobby doors at City Hall, gates and turnstiles at the Compound, lobby doors at the Admin building at the Compound and optional future jobs at other facilities.

20) RESOLUTION authorizing advertisement for bids for APC Symmetra battery backup unit.

21) RESOLUTION authorizing advertisement for bids for water meters for a six month period.

22) RESOLUTION authorizing advertisement for bids for cast/ductile iron & related accessories for a six month period.

23) RESOLUTION authorizing advertisement for bids for North Mall Drive street improvements.

F. ORDINANCES FOR FINAL ADOPTION
SUBJECT TO PUBLIC HEARING
24) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low bids submitted for electric meters for a twelve month period.

25) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low bid submitted for 40’ articulated telescopic aerial lift with service body for the Traffic department.

26) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low bid submitted for the main distribution panel replacement at the Wastewater Treatment Plant project.

27) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to accept the low bid submitted for turn-out gear for the Fire department.

28) To consider final adoption of an ordinance declaring certain items as surplus property and no longer needed for any public purpose and authorizing said items to be sold at a public auction.

29) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a consulting contract agreement with Harold Chambers for certain services.

30) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into an Intergovernmental Agreement with Gravity Drainage District No. 1 for local cost share for the Gulf of Mexico Flood study.

31) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a grant agreement with Cenla Area Agency on Aging, Inc. for operation of the Alexandria Senior Health and Referral Program. (A-SHARP)

32) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing acceptance of a 10’ wide utility servitude located in Lots 22 and 23 of Collins Estates Subdivision, Phase 3.

33) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the acquisition of three parcels and one utility servitude required for the completion of the Southern Heights street and drainage improvements project.

34) To consider final adoption of an ordinance amending 2007/2008 operating budget upgrading Supervisor positions in the Water and Wastewater departments.

LEGAL COMMITTEE

35) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to renew existing contract with Lott Oil Company for vehicle & equipment fuel. (LEGAL 1/29)

36) To consider final adoption of an ordinance amending Chapter 4 of the Alexandria City Code pertaining to the Alcoholic Beverage Control laws. (LEGAL 1/29)

FINANCE COMMITTEE

37) To consider final adoption of an ordinance authorizing the 2007/2008 Major Budget Amendment. (FINANCE 1/29

G. COMMITTEES

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

48) ADJOURNMENT.

Special City Council Meeting December 21, 2007

2008-01-16T12:49:00.000-06:00

Special City Council Meeting
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Alexandria City Council - Star Tek Resolution 8318-2007 download 1 page.pdf

REPOSTED & UPDATED
Video made available courtesy of the Alexandria Daily Town Talk public records request.

This is another video that the Alexandria City Council does not want you to see.
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Note: The City refuses to broadcast the video of this meeting in violation of their own City Council meetings broadcast/rebroadcast ordinance!

A Special City Council meeting will be held on Friday, December 21, 2007 at 5:00 P.M. in the City Council Chambers.

The item on the agenda is as follows:

1) To hear from the Administration to discuss the StarTek lease agreement.