City Council Minutes – June 1, 2021

PROCEEDINGS OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALEXANDRIA, STATE OF LOUISIANA, TAKEN AT A REGULAR MEETING HELD ON JUNE 1, 2021. The Council of the City of Alexandria, Louisiana, met in a regularly scheduled meeting session at its regular meeting place, on Tuesday , June 1, 2021 at 5:00 P.M. Those present were the Honorable James “Jim” Villard, Chuck Fowler, Gerber Porter, Catherine Davidson, REDDEX Washington, Lee Rubin and Cynthia Perry. Also present were Mayor Hall, City Attorney Shane Williams, Trey Gist and Council Staff. The Council of the City of Alexandria, State of Louisiana, was duly convened as the governing authority of said City by the Honorable Jim Villard, who stated that the Council was ready for the transaction of business. The Invocation was pronounced by Mr. Washington and the Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mr. Fowler. APPROVAL OF MINUTES On a motion of Mr. Rubin and seconded by Mr. Fowler the minutes taken from a regular Co unc il m eeting held May 18, 2021 were unanimously approved by the Council. CONSENT CALENDAR The Council next read all items found under the heading Consent Calendar and assigned them to committees. Mr. Fowler moved for the adoption or introduction of all items appearing under the heading of Consent Calendar. Ms. Perry seconded the motion. It was unanimously carried by the Council. On a motion of Mr. Fowler and seconded by Ms. Perry the following ordinance was introduced, to wit: AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO ACCEPT THE LOW BID SUBMITTED FOR SULFUR DIOXIDE, TECHNICAL GRADE, LIQUID ONE (1) TON CYLINDERS FOR THE WASTEWATER DEPARTMENT AND OTHER MATERS WITH RESPECT THERETO. On a motion of Mr. Fowler and seconded by Ms. Perry the following ordinance was introduced, to wit: AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO PURCHASE THREE ELKHART EC1 1 PARATRANSIT VEHICLES FROM THE STATE OF LOUISIANA PROCUREMENT SCHEDULE FOR FTA MODIFIED VEHICLES AND BUSES FOR ATRANS AND OTHER MATERS WITH RESPECT THERETO. On a motion of Mr. Fowler and seconded by Ms. Perry the following ordinance was introduced, to wit: AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO ACCEPT THE PROPOSALS RECEIVED FROM ADVANCED ENVIRONMENTAL COMPLIANCE, LLC AND TERR ACON CONSULTANTS FOR ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING AND CONSULTING SERVI CES FOR THE UTILITY AND PUBLIC WORKS DIVISIONS AND OTHER MATERS WITH RESPECT THERETO. On a motion of Mr. Fowler and seconded by Ms. Perry the following ordinance was introduced, to wit: AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO RENEW THE CONTRACT WITH THE STATE OF LA-VETERANS AFFAIRS AND OTHER MATERS WITH RESPECT THERETO. On a motion of Mr. Fowler and seconded by Ms. Perry the following ordinance was introduced, to wit: AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO RENEW THE CONTRACT WITH MGT CONSULTING FOR COST ALLOCATION AND OTHER MATERS WITH RESPECT THERETO. On a motion of Mr. Fowler and seconded by Ms. Perry the following ordinance was introduced, to wit: AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO RENEW THE CONTRACT WITH FONTENOT BENEFITS AND ACTUARIAL SERVICES AND OTHER MATERS WITH RESPECT THERETO. On a motion of Mr. Fowler and seconded by Ms. Perry the following ordinance was introduced, to wit: AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO ACCEPT THE PROPOSAL SUBMITTED BY MEYER, MEYER, LACROIX AND HIXSON FOR THE WATER WE LL RECLAMATION PSA FOR THE WATER DEPARTMENT AND OTHER MATERS WITH RESPECT THERETO. On a motion of Mr. Fowler and seconded by Ms. Perry the following ordinance was introduced, to wit: AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO ACCEPT THE PROPOSALS RECEIVED FOR ELECTRIC TRANSMISSION AND DISTRIBUTION EMERGENCY SERVICES FOR THE ELECTRIC DISTRIBUTION DEPARTMENT IN THE EVENT OF AN EMERGENCY AND OTHER MATERS WITH RESPECT THERETO. On a motion of Mr. Fowler and seconded by Ms. Perry the following ordinance was introduced, to wit: AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO ACCEPT THE LOWEST PROPOSAL RECEIVED FROM CONTROL DEVICES, INCORPORATED FOR TESTING, CALIBRATION AND MAINTENANCE OF SUBSTATIONS AND D. G. HUNTE R GENERATING STATION’S RELAYS, METERS AND RELATED EQUIPMENT AND OTHER MATERS WITH RESPECT THERETO. On a motion of Mr. Fowler and seconded by Ms. Perry the following ordinance was introduced, to wit: AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO A STRONG SOUTHERN COMMUNITIES INITIATIVE (SSCI) MICRO-GRANT AGREEMENT WITH THE NATIONAL LEAGUE OF CITIES THROUGH THE INSTITUTE FOR YOUTH EDUCATION AND FAMILIES AND OTHER MATERS WITH RESPECT THERETO. On a motion of Mr. Fowler and seconded by Ms. Perry the following ordinance was introduced, to wit: AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO RENEW THE COOPERATIVE ENDEAVOR AGREEMENT WITH COMMUNITY SENIOR CITIZENS MULTIPURPOSE RESOURCE CENTER INCORPORATED (SAGE) AND OTHER MATERS WITH RESPEC T THERETO. RESOLUTIONS

Mr. Rubin moved for the adoption of the following resolution, which was seconded by Mr. Fowler.

RESOLUTION NO. 0168-2021

RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS FOR LIQUID CHLORINE ONE TON CYLINDERS.

The President called for any discussion, a vote was called for and resulted as follows:

YEAS: Rubin, Davidson, Porter, Washington, Villard, Fowler, Perry.

NAYS: None.

ABSENT: None.

This resolution was thereupon declared adopted on this the 1 st day of June, 2021.

Mr. Rubin moved for the adoption of the following resolution, which was seconded by Mr. Fowler.

RESOLUTION NO. 0169-2021

RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS FOR ANNUAL VEHICLE BID CURRENT MODEL YEAR.

The President called for any discussion, a vote was called for and resulted as follows:

YEAS: Rubin, Davidson, Porter, Washington, Villard, Fowler, Perry.

NAYS: None.

ABSENT: None.

This resolution was thereupon declared adopted on this the 1 st day of June, 2021.

Mr. Fowler moved for the adoption of the following resolution, which was seconded by Ms. Perry.

RESOLUTION NO. 0170-2021

RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS FOR CHEATHAM PARK BASEBALL FIELD IMPROVEMENTS.

The President called for any discussion, a vote was called for and resulted as follows:

YEAS: Fowler, Perry, Rubin, Davidson, Porter, Washington, Villard.

NAYS: None.

ABSENT: None.

This resolution was thereupon declared adopted on this the 1 st day of June, 2021.

ORDINANCES FOR FINAL ADOPTION

SUBJECT TO PUBLIC HEARING

The following ordinance, which was previously introduced and laid over for publication of notice and no objection having been filed thereto, was brought up for final adoption on a motion of Mr. Rubin and seconded by Ms. Perry.

ORDINANCE NO. 84-2021

AN ORDINANCE

AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO ACCEPT THE LOW BID

SUBMITTED FOR CLAMPS AND COUPLINGS AND OTHER MATTERS WITH RESPECT THERETO.

The President called for any discussion, a vote was called for and resulted as follows:

YEAS: Rubin, Davidson, Porter, Washington, Villard, Fowler, Perry.

NAYS: None.

ABSENT: None.

This ordinance was thereupon declared adopted on this the 1 st day of June, 2021.

The following ordinance, which was previously introduced and laid over for publication of notice and no objection having been filed thereto, was brought up for final adoption on a motion of Mr. Rubin and seconded by Mr. Fowler.

ORDINANCE NO. 85-2021

AN ORDINANCE

AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO ACCEPT THE LOW BID

SUBMITTED FOR FIRE HYDRANTS AND RELATED ACCESSORIES AND OTHER MATTERS WITH RESPECT THERETO.

The President called for any discussion, a vote was called for and resulted as follows:

YEAS: Rubin, Davidson, Porter, Washington, Villard, Fowler, Perry.

NAYS: None.

ABSENT: None.

This ordinance was thereupon declared adopted on this the 1 st day of June, 2021.

The following ordinance, which was previously introduced and laid over for publication of notice and no objection having been filed thereto, was brought up for final adoption on a motion of Mr. Rubin and seconded by Ms. Davidson.

ORDINANCE NO. 86-2021

AN ORDINANCE

AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO ACCEPT THE LOW BID

SUBMITTED FOR PUBLIC ENTERPRISE CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECT –BAND SHELL/COVER AT THE EXISTING AMPHITHEATRE AND OTHER MATTERS WITH RESPECT THERETO.

The President called for any discussion, a vote was called for and resulted as follows:

YEAS: Rubin, Davidson, Porter, Washington, Villard, Fowler, Perry.

NAYS: None.

ABSENT: None.

This ordinance was thereupon declared adopted on this the 1 st day of June, 2021.

The following ordinance, which was previously introduced and laid over for publication of notice and no objection having been filed thereto, was brought up for final adoption on a motion of Ms. Perry and seconded by Mr. Fowler.

ORDINANCE NO. 87-2021

AN ORDINANCE

AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO RENEW THE EXISTING

CONTRACT WITH BAYOU READY MIX AND RIVER CITY READY MIX FOR READY MIX CONCRETE AND OTHER MATTERS WITH RESPECT THERETO.

The President called for any discussion, a vote was called for and resulted as follows:

YEAS: Perry, Rubin, Davidson, Porter, Washington, Villard, Fowler.

NAYS: None.

ABSENT: None.

This ordinance was thereupon declared adopted on this the 1 st day of June, 2021.

The following ordinance, which was previously introduced and laid over for publication of notice and no objection having been filed thereto, was brought up for final adoption on a motion of Mr. Fowler and seconded by Ms. Perry.

ORDINANCE NO. 88-2021

AN ORDINANCE

AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE CHANGE DIRECTIVE

NUMBER 1 FOR 2020 CONTRACT A- WORK TASK ORDER 20-A1 – WELWYN WAY STORM DRAINAGE AND STREET REPAIR AND OTHER MATTERS WITH RESPECT THERETO.

The President called for any discussion, a vote was called for and resulted as follows:

YEAS: Fowler, Perry, Rubin, Davidson, Porter, Washington, Villard.

NAYS: None.

ABSENT: None.

This ordinance was thereupon declared adopted on this the 1 st day of June, 2021.

The following ordinance, which was previously introduced and laid over for publication of notice and no objection having been filed thereto, was brought up for final adoption on a motion of Mr. Rubin and seconded by Mr. Fowler.

ORDINANCE NO. 89-2021

AN ORDINANCE

ADOPTING THE HUD REPORT 2021-2022 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN AND OTHER MATTERS WITH RESPECT THERETO.

The President called for any discussion, a vote was called for and resulted as follows:

YEAS: Rubin, Davidson, Porter, Washington, Villard, Fowler, Perry.

NAYS: None.

ABSENT: None.

This ordinance was thereupon declared adopted on this the 1 st day of June, 2021.

The following ordinance, which was previously introduced and laid over for publication of notice and no objection having been filed thereto, was brought up for final adoption on a motion of Mr. Fowler and seconded by Ms. Perry.

ORDINANCE NO. 90-2021

AN ORDINANCE

AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO ACCEPT THE PROPOSAL

RECEIVED FROM B&P ENTERPRISES OF AVOYELLES FOR LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE SERVICES AT JACKSON AT MACARTHUR AND OTHER MATTERS WITH RESPECT THERETO.

The President called for any discussion, a vote was called for and resulted as follows:

YEAS: Fowler, Perry, Rubin, Davidson, Porter, Washington, Villard.

NAYS: None.

ABSENT: None.

This ordinance was thereupon declared adopted on this the 1 st day of June, 2021.

The following ordinance, which was previously introduced and laid over for publication of notice and no objection having been filed thereto, was brought up for final adoption on a motion of Ms. Perry and seconded by Mr. Fowler.

ORDINANCE NO. 91-2021

AN ORDINANCE

AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO ACCEPT THE PROPOSAL

RECEIVED FROM TED FINN, LLC FOR LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE SERVICES AT HDQ PARK AND OTHER MATTERS WITH RESPECT THERETO.

The President called for any discussion, a vote was called for and resulted as follows:

YEAS: Perry, Rubin, Davidson, Porter, Washington, Villard, Fowler.

NAYS: None.

ABSENT: None.

This ordinance was thereupon declared adopted on this the 1 st day of June, 2021.

The following ordinance, which was previously introduced and laid over fo r publication of notice and no objection having been filed thereto, was brought up for final adoption on a motion of Ms. Perry and seconded by Ms. Davidson.

ORDINANCE NO. 92-2021

AN ORDINANCE

AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO ACCEPT THE PROPOSAL

RECEIVED FROM TED FINN, LLC FOR LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE SERVICES AT ACADIAN PARK AND OTHER MATTERS WITH RESPECT THERETO.

The President called for any discussion, a vote was called for and resulted as follows:

YEAS: Perry, Rubin, Davidson, Porter, Washington, Villard, Fowler.

NAYS: None.

ABSENT: None.

This ordinance was thereupon declared adopted on this the 1 st day of June, 2021.

The following ordinance, which was previously introduced and laid over for publication of notice and no objection having been filed thereto, was brought up for final adoption on a motion of Ms. Perry and seconded by Mr. Fowler.

ORDINANCE NO. 93-2021

AN ORDINANCE

AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO ACCEPT THE PROPOSAL

RECEIVED FROM TED FINN, LLC FOR LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE SERVICES AT ALEXANDRIA GATEWAYS AND OTHER MATTERS WITH RESPECT THERETO.

The President called for any discussion, a vote was called for and resulted as follows:

YEAS: Perry, Rubin, Davidson, Porter, Washington, Villard, Fowler.

NAYS: None.

ABSENT: None.

This ordinance was thereupon declared adopted on this the 1 st day of June, 2021.

The following ordinance, which was previously introduced and laid over for publication of notice and no objection having been filed thereto, was brought up for final adoption on a motion of Mr. Fowler and seconded by Ms. Perry.

ORDINANCE NO. 94-2021

AN ORDINANCE

AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO ACCEPT THE PROPOSAL

RECEIVED FROM B&P ENTERPRISES OF AVOYELLES FOR LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE SERVICES AT COMMUNITY CENTERS AND OTHER MATTERS WITH RESPECT THERETO.

The President called for any discussion, a vote was called for and resulted as follows:

YEAS: Fowler, Perry, Rubin, Davidson, Porter, Washington, Villard.

NAYS: None.

ABSENT: None.

This ordinance was thereupon declared adopted on this the 1 st day of June, 2021.

The following ordinance, which was previously introduced and laid over for publication of notice and no objection having been filed thereto, was brought up for final adoption on a motion of Mr. Fowler and seconded by Mr. Rubin.

ORDINANCE NO. 95-2021

AN ORDINANCE

AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO ACCEPT THE PROPOSAL

RECEIVED FROM YANKEE HOLDINGS, LLC DOING BUSINESS AS YANKE E CLIPPER FOR LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE SERVICES – RAPIDES TRAIL AND OTHER MATTERS WITH RESPECT THERETO.

The President called for any discussion, a vote was called for and resulted as follows:

YEAS: Fowler, Perry, Rubin, Davidson, Porter, Washington, Villard.

NAYS: None.

ABSENT: None.

This ordinance was thereupon declared adopted on this the 1 st day of June, 2021.

The following ordinance, which was previously introduced and laid over for publication of notice and no objection having been filed thereto, was brought up for final adoption on a motion of Mr. Fowler and seconded by Ms. Perry.

ORDINANCE NO. 96-2021

AN ORDINANCE

AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO ACCEPT THE PROPOSAL

RECEIVED FROM TED FINN, LLC FOR LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE SERVICES AT COMPTON PARK AND OTHER MATTERS WITH RESPECT THERETO.

The President called for any discussion, a vote was called for and resulted as follows:

YEAS: Fowler, Perry, Rubin, Davidson, Porter, Washington, Villard.

NAYS: None.

ABSENT: None.

This ordinance was thereupon declared adopted on this the 1 st day of June, 2021.

The following ordinance, which was previously introduced and laid over for publication of notice and no objection having been filed thereto, was brought up for final adoption on a motion of Mr. Fowler and seconded by Ms. Davidson.

ORDINANCE NO. 97-2021

AN ORDINANCE

AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO ACCEPT THE PROPOSAL

RECEIVED FROM YANKEE HOLDINGS, LLC DOING BUSINESS AS YANKE E CLIPPER FOR LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE SERVICES AT HOLOCAUST PARK AND OTHER MATTERS WITH RESPECT THERETO.

The President called for any discussion, a vote was called for and resulted as follows:

YEAS: Fowler, Perry, Rubin, Davidson, Porter, Washington, Villard.

NAYS: None.

ABSENT: None.

This ordinance was thereupon declared adopted on this the 1 st day of June, 2021.

The following ordinance, which was previously introduced and laid over for publication of notice and no objection having been filed thereto, was brought up for final adoption on a motion of Ms. Perry and seconded by Mr. Fowler.

ORDINANCE NO. 98-2021

AN ORDINANCE

AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO ACCEPT THE PROPOSAL

RECEIVED FROM YANKEE HOLDINGS, LLC DOING BUSINESS AS YANKE E CLIPPER FOR LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE SERVICES AT THIRD STREET RAINGARDENS AND OTHER MATTERS WITH RESPECT THERETO.

The President called for any discussion, a vote was called for and resulted as follows:

YEAS: Perry, Rubin, Davidson, Porter, Washington, Villard, Fowler.

NAYS: None.

ABSENT: None.

This ordinance was thereupon declared adopted on this the 1 st day of June, 2021.

The following ordinance, which was previously introduced and laid over for publication of notice and no objection having been filed thereto, was brought up for final adoption on a motion of Mr. Fowler and seconded by Ms. Davidson.

ORDINANCE NO. 99-2021

AN ORDINANCE

AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO ACCEPT THE PROPOSAL

RECEIVED FROM YANKEE HOLDINGS, LLC DOING BUSINESS AS YANKE E CLIPPER FOR LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE SERVICES AT BOLTON AVENUE RAINGARDE NS AND OTHER MATTERS WITH RESPECT THERETO.

The President called for any discussion, a vote was called for and resulted as follows:

YEAS: Fowler, Perry, Rubin, Davidson, Porter, Washington, Villard.

NAYS: None.

ABSENT: None.

This ordinance was thereupon declared adopted on this the 1 st day of June, 2021.

The following ordinance, which was previously introduced and laid over for publication of notice and no objection having been filed thereto, was brought up for final adoption on a motion of Mr. Fowler and seconded by Ms. Perry.

ORDINANCE NO. 100-2021

AN ORDINANCE

AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO ACCEPT THE PROPOSAL

RECEIVED FROM IN B&P ENTERPRISES OF AVOYELLES FOR LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE SERVICES AT MARTIN PARK AND OTHER MATTERS WITH RESPECT THERETO.

The President called for any discussion, a vote was called for and resulted as follows:

YEAS: Fowler, Perry, Rubin, Davidson, Porter, Washington, Villard.

NAYS: None.

ABSENT: None.

This ordinance was thereupon declared adopted on this the 1 st day of June, 2021.

The following ordinance, which was previously introduced and laid over for publication of notice and no objection having been filed thereto, was brought up for final adoption on a motion of Mr. Fowler and seconded by Mr. Rubin.

ORDINANCE NO. 101-2021

AN ORDINANCE

AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO ACCEPT THE PROPOSAL

RECEIVED FROM B&P ENTERPRISES OF AVOYELLES FOR LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE SERVICES AT I-49 GREENBELT AND OTHER MATTERS WITH RESPECT THERETO.

The President called for any discussion, a vote was called for and resulted as follows:

YEAS: Fowler, Perry, Rubin, Davidson, Porter, Washington, Villard.

NAYS: None.

ABSENT: None.

This ordinance was thereupon declared adopted on this the 1 st day of June, 2021.

Mr. Washington moved on the following item, but the motion failed for lack of a second.

AN ORDINANCE

AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO A COOPERATIVE

ENDEAVOR AGREEMENT WITH C&R MENTORS FOR R&B BLUES AND BARBEQ UE FESTIVAL TO BE HELD ON JUNE 5, 2021 AND OTHER MATTERS WITH RESPECT THERETO.

The following ordinance, which was previously introduced and laid over for publication of notice and no objection having been filed thereto, was brought up for final adoption on a motion of Mr. Rubin and seconded by Mr. Fowler.

ORDINANCE NO. 102-2021

AN ORDINANCE

AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO AN

INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT WITH RAPIDES PARISH SCHOOL BOARD TO PROVIDE ASSISTANCE WITH A LITERACY READING PROGRAM AND OTHER MATTERS WITH RESPECT THERETO.

The President called for any discussion, a vote was called for and resulted as follows:

YEAS: Rubin, Davidson, Porter, Washington, Villard, Fowler, Perry.

NAYS: None.

ABSENT: None.

This ordinance was thereupon declared adopted on this the 1 st day of June, 2021.

The following ordinance, which was previously introduced and laid over for publication of notice and no objection having been filed thereto, was brought up for final adoption on a motion of Mr. Rubin and seconded by Mr. Fowler.

ORDINANCE NO. 103-2021

AN ORDINANCE

ESTABLISHING STANDARDS FOR SMALL WIRELESS FACILITIES IN THE RIGHTS OF WAY IN THE CITY OF ALEXANDRIA AND AMENDING CHAPTER 28 OF THE ALEXANDRIA CODE OF ORDINANCES TO ADD SECTION 5.3.3 TO PROVIDE FOR SMALL WIRELESS FACILITIES; TO ADD PROVISIONS FOR PURPOSE AND SIZE; PERMITTED USE APPLICATION AND FEES; PROVIDE ACTIONS ON ADMINISTRATIVE PERMIT APPLICATIONS; PROVIDE FOR SMALL WIRELESS FACILITIES IN RIGHT OF WAYS AS A PERMITTED USE AND MATTERS RELATED THERETO; PROVIDING THE EFFECTS OF PERMITS; FOR THE REMOVAL, RELOCATION OR MODIFICATION; PROVIDING FOR COLOCATION ON CITY STRUCTURES AND RATES CHARGED; PROVIDING FOR DEFINITIONS AND OTHERWISE MATTERS RELATED THERETO.

The President called for any discussion, a vote was called for and resulted as follows:

YEAS: Rubin, Davidson, Washington, Villard, Fowler, Perry.

NAYS: Porter.

ABSENT: None.

This ordinance was thereupon declared adopted on this the 1 st day of June, 2021.

PUBLIC HEARING – COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

On a motion of Mr. Fowler and seconded by Mr. Rubin the public hearing was opened at 5:36 p.m.

Mr. Fowler moved for the adoption of the following resolution, which was seconded by Mr. Rubin.

RESOLUTION NO. 0171-2021

RESOLUTION TAKING ACTION ON STRUCTURE LOCATED AT 1328 WATSON.

The President called for any discussion, a vote was called for and resulted as follows:

YEAS: Fowler, Perry, Rubin, Davidson, Porter, Washington, Villard.

NAYS: None.

ABSENT: None.

This resolution was thereupon declared adopted on this the 1 st day of June, 2021.

On a motion of Mr. Fowler and seconded by Mr. Rubin the public hearing was closed at 5:37 p.m.

ORDINANCE FOR INTRODUCTION

On a motion of Ms. Davidson and seconded by Ms. Perry the following ordinance was introduced, to wit: AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE 2021/2022 OPERATING BUDGET FOR THE CITY OF ALEXANDRIA ADOPTED BY ORDINANCE 71-2021 BY THE CITY COUNCIL ON MAY 4, 2021 AND OTHER ISSUES WITH RESPECT THERETO.

RESOLUTION

Mr. Fowler moved for the adoption of the following resolution, whic h was seconded by Mr. Rubin.

RESOLUTION REQUESTING, PROVIDING FOR, AND DIRECTING COUNCIL STAFF AND THE ADMINISTRATION TO MAKE SPECIFIC AND DETAILED RECOMMENDATIONS TO BALANCE AND APPROPRIATE RELATIVE TO THE 2021-2022 BUDGET BY APPROPRIATE AMENDMEN T AND THESE OTHER ITEMS LISTED HEREIN; TO PROVIDE RELATIVE TO INCREASES, DECREASES AND ADJUSTMENTS IN REVENUES, EXPENSES AND BUDGET LINE ITEMS FOR THE GENERAL FUND, UTILITY FUND, CAPITAL FUND AND ANY OTHER FUNDS INCLUDED AND INCORPORATED IN THE CITY OF ALEXANDRIA 2021-2022 BUDGET; TO MAKE THOSE RECOMMENDATIONS TO AMEND THE ANNUAL BUDGET AND CAPITAL BUDGET GENERALLY TO BRING IT IN COMPLIANCE WITH ALL LAWS; TO SEEK SOLUTIONS TO LITIGATION BETWEEN AND AMONG THE BRANCHES OF ALEXANDRIA GOVERNMENT; AND TO PROVIDE RELATIVE TO THOSE PAY, SALARY, AND TECHNICAL ADJUSTMENTS REQUIRED TO FUND PAY INCREASES AS RECOMMENDED; TO PROVIDE WITH RESPECT TO THE NEEDED LEGAL AND OTHER ACTIONS WITH REGARD TO THE BUDGET AND OTHERWISE TO PROVIDE WITH RESPECT THERETO.

The President called for any discussion, a vote was called for and resulted as follows:

YEAS: Fowler, Rubin.

NAYS: Perry, Davidson, Porter, Washington, Villard.

ABSENT: None.

This item failed.

COMMITTEES

There were no reports from Finance/Legal Affairs Committee, Utility Committee, Economic, Workforce and Planning Development Committee, Property and Zoning Committee, and A&E Committee. Personnel/Insurance Committee Chair, Mr. Porter asked for all to please get vaccinated and mentioned that the Rapides Parish/Alexandria area was lagging behind the rest of the state in vaccinations. Public Safety, Works and Transportation Committee Chair, Ms. Perry had several questions for the Administration concerning funding for Juneteenth, After School Programs requiring fees, and the DOTD needing to reimburse the city for funding used on the Jackson Street/Horseshoe Drive roundabout. Community Affairs, Services and Events Committee Chair, Mr. Washington reminded everyone that every Monday at Bolton Avenue he was hosting #WakeUpandInspire for families. He also asked Ms. Sandra Augustine, a program attendee, to speak briefly.

/S/ James Villard President ATTEST: /S/ Donna P. Jones City Clerk