Baton Rouge public meetings in 2021

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council is considering a resolution to order a special election on March 26, 2022. This election is intended to fill an anticipated vacancy in the District 5 seat.

• Resolution 21-01756: Special election for Metropolitan Council District 5 on March 26, 2022

The Metropolitan Council approved a resolution to hold a special election on March 26, 2022. The election will fill the District 5 seat vacated by Erika Green following her election to the Family Court of East Baton Rouge Parish.

• Approved Resolution 56090 to call a special election for District 5 on March 26, 2022 (7-3)

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council has called a special meeting for December 22, 2021. The provided text contains the public notice and procedural details, but the specific agenda items were not included in the document.

Complete Streets Citizen Advisory Committee

The Complete Streets Advisory Committee will hear a presentation on the Capital Region Planning Commission's Regional Bicycle/Pedestrian Plan and discuss measurable outcomes and metrics for Complete Streets. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes, a presentation from the American Heart Association, and staff updates.

• Capital Region Planning Commission Regional Bicycle/Pedestrian Plan presentation
• Complete Streets Measurable Outcomes and Metrics discussion
• American Heart Association presentation
• Approval of November 18, 2021 minutes

The committee approved the minutes from the previous meeting. Members received presentations on equity-related policy changes from the American Heart Association and a draft regional bicycle/pedestrian plan from the Capital Region Planning Commission.

• Approved November 18, 2021 minutes (9-0)

Employee's Retirement System Board of Trustees

The Employees’ Retirement System Board of Trustees will meet to discuss retirement ordinance language regarding age penalties and tax qualification requirements. The board is also scheduled to elect its 2022 leadership and approve the new retirement administrator's salary.

• Discussion of retirement ordinance amendment regarding age penalty
• Discussion of retirement ordinance language relative to plan tax qualification requirements
• Election of Board Chairman, Vice-Chairman, and committee appointments for 2022
• Approval of new retirement administrator salary
• Disability application interview for Debbie Tannehill

The Board of Trustees approved several administrative payments, a disability application, and a new salary range for the Retirement Administrator. The board elected new leadership for the 2022 calendar year and deferred action on Retirement Ordinance amendments.

• Approved service-connected disability application for Debbie Tannehill
• Approved Benefits Report and PGT Benefits Report
• Deferred action on Retirement Ordinance amendments until January
• Approved payments to law firms Klausner & Kaufman and Akers & Wisbar
• Approved Board Resolution for Authorized Signers for Mr. Mack and Mr. Drago
• Elected J. Daniels as chairman and Lt. Matt Johnson as vice-chairman for 2022
• Approved 2022 meeting calendar with September date changed to Sept 29
• Approved Retirement Administrator position for Pay Range 2360 at Step 19

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission reviewed various zoning changes, plan amendments, and right-of-way revocations. Decisions included approving residential and commercial rezonings while denying requests for a neighborhood commercial change and a density increase at Pelican Lakes.

• Amend Comprehensive Land Use Plan and rezone Old Hammond Highway from Rural to Zero Lot Line
• Unified Development Code amendment to revise the appeals process in Chapters 2 and 6
• Rezoning of 12191 Florida Boulevard from Heavy Commercial to Commercial Alcoholic Beverage (restaurant)
• Denial of rezoning for 12047 Old Hammond Highway from Transition to Neighborhood Commercial
• Denial of Pelican Lakes concept plan revision to increase medium density residential units

The commission approved multiple rezoning requests and development plans, including a residential expansion in Rouzan. Several requests for alcoholic beverage zoning and a density increase for Pelican Lakes were denied. Other items were deferred to the January 18, 2022 meeting.

• Approved Comprehensive Land Use Plan amendment for Old Hammond Highway (8-0)
• Approved rezoning from Rural to Zero Lot Line at Old Hammond Highway (8-0)
• Approved UDC amendment to clarify appeals process (8-0)
• Denied rezoning to Commercial Alcoholic Beverage (restaurant) at 12191 Florida Blvd (2-6)
• Denied rezoning from Transition to Neighborhood Commercial at 12047 Old Hammond Highway (8-0)
• Denied Pelican Lakes Concept Plan Revision 8 to increase residential density (7-1)
• Approved Rouzan Concept Plan Revision 16 to add six residential lots (6-2)
• Approved Final Development Plans for University Grove, Wendy’s, and Elite Training Academy (8-0)

Personnel Board

This is a regular meeting of the Baton Rouge Personnel Board with only procedural items: call to order, roll call, public comment, approval of agenda and minutes, and scheduling updates. No substantive decisions or discussions are listed.

• Approval of minutes from November 9, 2021 regular meeting
• Review schedule of upcoming hearings
• Update on court proceedings
• Set 2022 Personnel Board meeting dates and location
• Election of 2022 Board Chairman

The board approved the meeting agenda and the November 9, 2021 minutes. Members agreed to move 2022 meeting locations to the Human Resources Department to avoid downtown parking fees. The election of the 2022 Board chairman was postponed until January 2022.

• Approved December 9, 2021 meeting agenda
• Approved November 9, 2021 meeting minutes
• Approved relocating 2022 meetings to the Human Resources Department
• Postponed election of 2022 Board chairman until January 2022

Alcoholic Beverage Control Board

The Alcoholic Beverage Control Board approved permanent Class A and Restaurant licenses for five establishments following accountant report reviews. Additionally, five permanent Beer & Liquor licenses were approved. Two citation hearings were postponed or rescheduled.

• Approved permanent Class A & Restaurant license for Francois Grill at Bourbon St Blues
• Approved permanent Class A & Restaurant license for Umami
• Approved permanent Class A & Restaurant license for Juicy Seafood Restaurant & Bar
• Approved permanent Class A & Restaurant license for Crave Hot Dog & Barbeque
• Approved permanent Class A & Restaurant license for Reve Stick
• Approved permanent Beer & Liquor licenses for Avanti Night Club, Rz1, The Executive Center, Dior Entertainment, and Wing Bar
• Continued Citation #3910 (The Oasis Bar & Grill) to a special meeting on December 16, 2021
• Rescheduled Citation #4517 (Highland Hop In/Circle K) for January 13, 2022

Ryan White Advisory Council

The Ryan White Advisory Council is meeting to review reports from the Ryan White Part A Recipient. Discussions will include the Ending the HIV Epidemic Contract and COVID-19 funds.

• Ending the HIV Epidemic Contract report
• COVID-19 Funds report

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council will introduce several items for future public hearings, including a five-year property tax abatement for Kimble Properties LLC, authorization for expropriation proceedings for four MoveBR road projects, and multiple zoning and land-use changes. The meeting also includes introductions of condemnation and adjudicated property sales.

• Five-year property tax abatement estimated at $5,365/year for Kimble Properties LLC at 634 N 7th Street
• Expropriation proceedings for MoveBR Capacity Projects: Constantin/Dijon Ave Phase II, Midway (Picardy to Dijon), Old Hammond Highway Segment 1, and Perkins Road Segment 1
• Rezoning of 15400-15643 Old Hammond Highway from Rural to Zero Lot Line (A2.6)
• Rezoning of 4564 Bennington Avenue from C-AB-1 (restaurant) to C-AB-2 (bar and lounge)
• Rezoning of 10240-10500 Burbank Drive from Rural and C-AB-2 to Light Commercial Two (LC2)

The Metropolitan Council awarded several major infrastructure and service contracts, including a $6M annual agreement for prison medical services. The council also increased commercial and residential building permit fees and approved multiple property condemnations.

• Awarded prison medical services contract to Turn Key Health Clinics, LLC for up to $6M annually (12-0)
• Approved increase in commercial and residential plan review and permit fees effective Jan 1, 2022 (12-0)
• Awarded $4.36M Midway Drive construction contract to Boone Services (12-0)
• Awarded $5.94M South Choctaw Drive construction contract to R.J. Daigle & Sons Contractors, Inc. (12-0)
• Approved $697,122.88 sales tax refund to W. R. Grace & Co. (12-0)
• Approved $4.39M SBA grant for Raising Cane’s River Center (12-0)
• Adopted condemnation orders for properties at 4413 Clayton St, 1753 N. 36th St, and 4402 Clayton St (12-0)
• Reappointed Michael Carmouche to the Board of Adjustment (12-0)

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council is reviewing a grant for brownfield studies and a low-bid contract award. One item is introduced for a future public hearing, while the other is presented as an emergency item to ensure funding within the 2021 budget.

• Grant of $20,000 from Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality for Plank Road Corridor brownfield studies
• Acceptance of low bid from Wharton-Smith, Inc. for $64,497.00 (Project RQ 13754)

Metropolitan Council

The agenda is primarily procedural, announcing the date, time, and location of the regular meeting, along with instructions for public participation. No specific legislative items, ordinances, or financial actions are listed in the provided text.

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council is meeting to adopt the Final Current Expense Budget and Capital Budget for 2022. The body will also consider a revised pay plan and employee headcount for city and parish agencies.

• Adoption of the 2022 Annual Operating Budget (Item 21-01479)
• Revised 2022 pay plan for classified, unclassified, non-classified, contract, Fire, and Police employees (Item 21-01581)
• Fixing the number of employees for the Parish of East Baton Rouge, City of Baton Rouge, and related agencies (Item 21-01582)

The Metropolitan Council approved the final 2022 current expense and capital budgets. The council also adopted a revised 2022 pay plan and fixed the number of employees for city-parish agencies.

• Adopted Final 2022 Current Expense and Capital Budget (11-0)
• Established 2022 fund balance classification policy per GASB Statement No. 54 (11-0)
• Approved revised 2022 pay plan for classified, unclassified, non-classified, contract, fire, and police employees effective Jan 1, 2022 (11-0)
• Fixed the number of employees for the Parish of East Baton Rouge, City of Baton Rouge, and agencies effective Jan 1, 2022 (11-0)

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council is holding a special meeting to consider and adopt the Mayor-President's 2021 preliminary budget for the City of Baton Rouge and Parish of East Baton Rouge. The meeting is open for public comment.

• Adoption of the 2021 preliminary budget

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council is reviewing several requests to amend the comprehensive zoning map. The meeting includes proposals to rezone specific properties and revise garage setback regulations.

• 21-01526 TA-4-21: Revision of garage setbacks and definitions of 'Alley' and 'Garage, Front Loaded'
• 21-01527 Case 83-21: Rezone 18212 East Petroleum Drive from Light Industrial (M1) to Heavy Commercial Two (HC2)
• 21-01528 Case 84-21: Rezone 2791 O’Neal Lane from Rural to Town House (A2.5)
• 21-01529 Case 85-21: Rezone 11331 and 11365 Rieger Road from Light Industrial (M1) to Heavy Commercial Two (HC2)
• 21-01530 PUD-5-04 Pelican Lakes: Concept Plan Revision 8 to increase medium density residential units and decrease open space

The Council adopted an ordinance revising dimensional regulations and definitions for yards and garages. Three separate properties were rezoned to different districts. A concept plan revision for Pelican Lakes was deferred to a future meeting.

• Approved Ordinance 18368 revising yard standards and adding 'front-loaded garage' definition (9-0)
• Approved Ordinance 18369 rezoning East Petroleum Drive property from Light Industrial (M1) to Heavy Commercial Two (HC2) (9-0)
• Approved Ordinance 18370 rezoning O'Neal Lane property from Rural to Town House (A2.5) (9-0)
• Approved Ordinance 18371 rezoning Rieger Road property from Light Industrial (M1) to Heavy Commercial Two (HC2) (9-0)
• Deferred PUD-5-04 Pelican Lakes Concept Plan Revision 8 to January 19, 2022 (9-0)

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council has scheduled a Zoning Meeting for December 1, 2021. The provided text is a public notice and does not list specific agenda items.

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council is introducing several items for future public hearings, including budget adjustments and new contracts. The agenda includes a large number of property condemnation introductions and various service agreements for city infrastructure.

• Proposed $4,394,913.18 budget for Raising Canes’s River Center via a Shuttered Venue Operators Grant
• Proposed $12,585,471.00 in HUD grant funds for community development and housing programs
• Proposed $3,250,000.00 contract increase for CH2M Hill Engineers for wastewater facilities program management
• Proposed $697,122.88 sales tax refund to W. R. Grace & Co.
• Proposed increase in commercial and residential plan review and permit fees effective January 1, 2022

The Metropolitan Council authorized participation in a state-wide opioid litigation settlement and approved the sale of several adjudicated surplus properties. The council also adopted a new bicycle operation ordinance and approved various grant acceptances and service contracts.

• Adopted resolution to join the Louisiana State-Local Government Opioid Litigation MOU (11-0)
• Approved sale of surplus properties to Robins Rentals, LLC, April Wade, Donald Johnson, and others (11-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 18344 amending bicycle operation and equipment regulations (11-0)
• Approved $1,500 one-time retention allowance for eligible Head Start employees (11-0)
• Recommended removal of Tin Roof Brewing Company from ITEP program (7-3)
• Awarded $2.39M pump station contract to Allen & LeBlanc, LLC (11-0)
• Awarded $345,687.97 janitorial contract for EBR Library System to Vernishebers (11-0)
• Approved $800,000 appropriation for airport terminal upgrades (8-0)

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council is holding a regular meeting to hear presentations, special recognitions, and other agenda items. The provided document is a public notice and does not list the specific items for decision.

Employee's Retirement System Board of Trustees

The Employees’ Retirement System Board of Trustees will discuss retirement ordinance language regarding plan tax qualification and age penalties. The board is also considering a new contract for actuarial services with Foster & Foster.

• Consideration of new actuarial services contract with Foster & Foster
• Discussion of retirement ordinance language regarding plan tax qualification requirements
• Discussion of retirement ordinance amendment regarding age penalty
• Disability application interview for Glynn Averette (Police Service-Con)
• Review of invoices for Law Offices of Akers & Wisbar, LLC and investment managers

The Board approved a new five-year contract for actuarial services with Foster & Foster and authorized several legal and actuarial payments. A proposal to amend retirement ordinance language regarding tax qualification was deferred pending further review by the Parish Attorney. The Board also approved a police ordinary disability application and various benefits reports.

• Approved 5-year actuarial services contract with Foster & Foster
• Deferred retirement ordinance language changes regarding tax qualification
• Deferred retirement ordinance language amendment regarding age penalty
• Approved ordinary disability application for Glynn Averette (police)
• Approved Benefits Report and PGT Benefits Report
• Approved payments to Law Office of Akers & Wisbar, Law Office of Tarcza & Associates, and Foster & Foster
• Approved minutes from October 28, 2021 meeting

Complete Streets Citizen Advisory Committee

The Complete Streets Advisory Committee will discuss the EBR Ped/Bike Masterplan and review a draft annual report. They will also approve minutes from the October 21, 2021 meeting and receive staff updates. Public comments may be submitted via email or online form.

• Approval of minutes from October 21, 2021
• Discussion of EBR Ped/Bike Masterplan
• Review of DRAFT Annual Report
• Staff updates
• Public comment period

The committee approved the minutes from the October 21, 2021 meeting. Members discussed progress on the Ped/Bike Masterplan and reviewed a draft annual report. Staff provided updates regarding end-of-year training certificates and 72nd Street sidewalks.

• Approved October 21, 2021 minutes (9-0)

Alcoholic Beverage Control Board

The board approved several Notice of Intent applications and permanent licenses for beer and liquor. One business was fined $500 for a Clean Air Act violation, while a separate citation for failure to cooperate was dismissed.

• Approved Class A Beer & Liquor license Notice of Intent for Pelican to Mars (2678 Government Street)
• Approved Class A Beer & Liquor license Notice of Intent for The Iron Fork KJun Eatery and Market (7520 Perkins Road)
• Approved Class A Beer & Liquor license Notice of Intent for Chelsea’s Live (1010 Nicholson Drive)
• Approved Class A Beer & Liquor license Notice of Intent for The Main Lobby (668 Main Street)
• Approved Class A Beer & Liquor license Notice of Intent for Tiger Fuel Mart (4454 Highland Road)
• Approved permanent Class A & Restaurant licenses for Finbomb Baton Rouge and Rongkong Seafood Restaurant
• Fined The Boil and Roux Kitchen $500 and suspended license for Clean Air Act violation; dismissed Citation #4459
• Approved permanent licenses for New Orleans Original Daiquiris (Class A) and Kangaroo (Class B)

Ryan White Advisory Council

The Baton Rouge TGA Ryan White Advisory Council will meet to discuss the Needs Assessment Survey and eligibility updates under PCN 21-02. The meeting includes committee reports, membership recruitment, and goal-setting. Public comments are invited, with a reminder that recordings are public record.

• Needs Assessment Survey report from Ryan White Part A Recipient
• Eligibility and PCN 21-02 discussion
• Committee reports by Chairperson Sharon Decuir
• Membership and recruitment update
• Goals discussion

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council conducted a series of public hearings to decide on rezoning requests and concept plan revisions. The body approved several changes for commercial and residential properties, while denying one request for a planned unit development.

• Approved rezoning of 7860 Mickens Road from Heavy Commercial to Single Family Residential
• Approved rezoning of Government Street properties (T-1340, T-1350, T-1360) to Light Commercial Two and Commercial Alcoholic Beverage
• Approved rezoning of 10404 Coursey Boulevard, Suite D to Commercial Alcoholic Beverage (bar and lounge)
• Denied rezoning of Maple Cove from Rural to Planned Unit Development for semi-detached residential development
• Approved concept plan revisions for Woman’s Hospital and L’Auberge developments

The Council approved several ordinances to rezone properties for residential, commercial, and alcoholic beverage uses. One proposed rezoning for a residential development was deleted, and another was deferred to January 2022.

• Deferred Rouzan Concept Plan Revision 16 to January 19, 2022 (10-0)
• Deleted proposed rezoning for Maple Cove Concept Plan (10-0)
• Approved changing land use from commercial to residential neighborhood at Mickens Road and Lanier Drive (10-0)
• Approved rezoning from heavy commercial (C2) to single family residential (A2) at Mickens Road and Lanier Drive (10-0)
• Approved rezoning from light industrial (M1) to light commercial two (LC2) and bar and lounge (C-AB-2) on Government Street (10-0)
• Approved rezoning from restaurant (C-AB-1) to bar and lounge (C-AB-2) on Coursey Boulevard (10-0)
• Approved rezoning from single family residential (A2.7) to neighborhood office (NO) on Burbank Drive (10-0)
• Approved rezoning from light commercial (C1) to bar and lounge (C-AB-2) on Government Street (10-0)

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council has scheduled a public zoning meeting for November 17, 2021. The specific agenda items are contained in an attached document not provided in the text.

Planning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission reviewed several requests for rezoning, subdivision approvals, and a text amendment regarding garage setbacks. Most items were approved, while three development plans were deferred to December 13.

• TA-4-21: Revision to garage setback regulations and definitions of 'Alley' and 'Garage, Front Loaded'
• Case 83-21: Rezoning 18212 East Petroleum Drive from Light Industrial (M1) to Heavy Commercial Two (HC2)
• Case 84-21: Rezoning 2791 O’Neal Lane from Rural to Town House (A2.5)
• Case 85-21: Rezoning 11331 and 11365 Rieger Road from Light Industrial (M1) to Heavy Commercial Two (HC2)
• SP-16-21: Approval of a proposed warehouse south of Airline Highway and east of Highland Road

The commission approved several rezoning cases and subdivision plans, including the Silverside Cove Subdivision. It also approved revisions to garage setback regulations. Two concept plan revisions for Pelican Lakes and Rouzan were deferred.

• Approved garage setback revisions and new definitions for 'Alley' and 'Garage, Front Loaded' (5-0)
• Approved rezoning of 18212 East Petroleum Drive from Light Industrial to Heavy Commercial Two (6-0)
• Approved rezoning of 2791 O’Neal Lane from Rural to Town House (6-0)
• Approved High Cross Townhome Subdivision (6-0)
• Approved rezoning of 11331 and 11365 Rieger Road from Light Industrial to Heavy Commercial Two (6-0)
• Approved Silverside Cove Subdivision (6-0)
• Approved Baringer Commercial Subdivision (6-0)
• Approved warehouse proposal for Baton Rouge Thad Cain (6-0)

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council is holding a regular meeting to hear presentations, special recognitions, and other agenda items. The provided document is a public notice and does not list the specific items for decision.

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council is reviewing the acceptance and allocation of grant funding for the Emergency Rental Assistance Program. The body is also introducing a contract supplement for parishwide sewer cleaning services.

• Acceptance of approximately $6,983,363.69 in grant funding for the Emergency Rental Assistance Program
• Allocation of approximately $6,983,363.69 for households unable to pay rent and utilities due to COVID-19
• Supplemental Agreement No. 7 with Compliance EnviroSystems, LLC for sewer cleaning and inspection not to exceed $6,000,000.00

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council will introduce and set public hearings for a wide range of items, including a $1,500 retention allowance for Head Start employees, a $750,000 sewer impact fee appropriation for a pump station, and several zoning changes. The meeting also includes introductions for tax abatements, grant acceptances, and contracts for MOVEBR projects. Final votes on these items will occur at subsequent meetings.

• $1,500 one-time retention allowance for eligible Head Start employees (Item 9)
• $750,000 sewer impact fee appropriation for LA Hwy 64 Regional Pump Station (Item 7)
• Rezoning of 2791 O'Neal Lane from Rural to Town House (A2.5) (Item 12)
• Rezoning of 18212 East Petroleum Drive from Light Industrial to Heavy Commercial Two (Item 11)
• Settlement of $114,165 for an auto accident claim against DPW (Item 8)

The Metropolitan Council awarded a road rehabilitation contract to Barber Brothers Contracting Co., LLC and accepted a federal grant for COVID-19 emergency rental assistance. The council also ordered the demolition of several dilapidated buildings and created a new competitive position for the Fire Department. Multiple zoning and tax abatement items were introduced for future hearings.

• Awarded $5,372,765 road rehabilitation contract to Barber Brothers Contracting Co., LLC (11-1)
• Awarded $397,000 Pump Station 279 improvements contract to NCMC, LLC (11-1)
• Approved $6,983,363.69 grant for Emergency Rental Assistance Program (11-1)
• Created competitive position of Chief of Administration for Fire Department (11-1)
• Adopted condemnation orders for properties at 6080 Confidence St, 3959 Dalton St, 2966 Weller Ave, 4440 Fleet Dr, 5726 Barrow Dr, 4058 Hazelwood Dr, 4747 Ritterman Ave, 1570 N. Acadian Thwy E, 1955 Tennessee St, 2278 Virginia St, and 3424 Alliquipa St (12-0)
• Approved sale of surplus property at 5044 Stearns Street for $21,000 (12-0)
• Approved sale of surplus property at 4955 Longfellow Drive for $13,000 (12-0)
• Recommended no action regarding International Mezzo Technology Inc.'s tax program non-compliance (12-0)

Historic Preservation Committee

The Baton Rouge Historic Preservation Commission voted on seven applications at its November 10, 2021 meeting. Six were approved, including one with conditions requiring tiling removal and another requiring wood windows. One application was deferred for 90 days to allow for revised drawings.

• HPC-18-21 731 Lakeland Drive: approved with condition to defer brick step tiling for 90 days
• HPC-19-21 634 North 7th Street: deferred 90 days for revised drawings
• HPC-20-21 701 North 8th Street: approved with condition that windows be made of wood
• HPC-22-21 2335 Tulip Street: denied tree removal, deferred 60 days for revised drawings
• HPC-11-21 819-828 Costello Lane: approved (deferred from October)

The Commission approved four property requests and deferred two others. One request regarding tree removal at 2335 Tulip Street was denied.

• Approved request for 819-828 Costello Lane (6-0)
• Approved request for 731 Lakeland Drive with condition to defer tiling for 90 days (7-0)
• Deferred request for 634 North 7th Street for 90 days (7-0)
• Approved request for 701 North 8th Street with condition that windows be wood (7-0)
• Approved request for 646 North 6th Street (7-0)
• Denied tree removal and deferred request for 2335 Tulip Street for 60 days (7-0)
• Approved October 13, 2021 minutes (5-0)
• Approved September 8, 2021 minutes (5-0)

Personnel Board

The Personnel Board will meet to discuss administrative matters including the 2022 budget, classification plan, and job specifications. The agenda also includes updates on court proceedings and a review of upcoming hearing schedules.

• 2022 Budget - Classification Plan and Job Specifications
• Update on Court Proceedings
• Review Schedule of Upcoming Hearings

The Personnel Board approved the 2022 Budget Classification Plan and Job Specifications. The board also approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from July 8, 2021.

• Approved 2022 Budget Classification Plan and Job Specifications (unanimous)
• Approved November 9, 2021 meeting agenda
• Approved July 8, 2021 meeting minutes

Metro Board of Adjustment

The Metro Board of Adjustment will hear eight requests for variances or exceptions to the Unified Development Code. Items include encroachments into required side and rear yard setbacks, a fence in a corner yard setback, alterations to a nonconforming structure, and placement of a second manufactured home on a property. The meeting also includes approval of the previous month's minutes and public comment procedures.

• 1552 S Eugene St: variance to encroach 3 feet into required 8-foot side yard setback
• 1406 Letitia St: variance to allow 5-foot encroachment into required 25-foot rear yard setback
• 1406 Letitia St: exception to allow 6-foot fence in corner yard setback for privacy
• 24525 B Plank Rd, Slaughter: exception to allow placement of a second manufactured home on a property
• 637 Lucilla Ln: exception to allow reconstruction of nonconforming structure within existing setbacks (1.84 ft from rear, 2.14 ft from side)

The Metropolitan Board of Adjustment approved all eight requested variances and exceptions regarding property setbacks, structure alterations, and home placement. The board also approved the meeting minutes from October 11, 2021.

• Approved October 11, 2021 minutes (4-0)
• Approved 3-foot side yard setback encroachment at 1552 S. Eugene St. (4-0)
• Approved 5-foot rear yard setback encroachment at 1406 Letitia St. (4-0)
• Approved 6-foot privacy fence in corner yard setback at 1406 Letitia St. (4-0)
• Approved porch/carport alteration 3 feet into side yard at 3055 Kleinert Ave. (4-0)
• Approved patio canopy encroachment into rear yard at 3055 Kleinert Ave. (4-0)
• Approved 1-year hardship for second manufactured home at 24525 B Plank Rd (4-0)
• Approved nonconforming structure reconstruction at 637 Lucilla Ln. (4-0)

Metropolitan Council

The Council is introducing several legislative items including the 2022 annual operating budget and proposed increases to landfill dumping fees. The agenda also includes various property condemnations, adjudicated property bids, and multiple rezoning requests.

• Amending and adopting the 2022 City of Baton Rouge and Parish of East Baton Rouge budget
• Increasing dumping fees at the East Baton Rouge Parish North Landfill for commercial customers
• Grant agreements totaling approximately $12,585,471.00 for community development programs
• Rezoning 7860 Mickens Road from Commercial to Residential Neighborhood
• Rezoning Government Street properties from Light Industrial to Light Commercial and Bar/Lounge

The Metropolitan Council approved a $73.1M appropriation from the American Rescue Plan Act for the 2021 budget. The body also approved several industrial tax exemptions, updated 2022 ad valorem tax millage rates, and authorized multiple property sales of adjudicated surplus land.

• Appropriated $73,110,127.00 from ARPA funds to 2021 Annual Operating Budget (12-0)
• Approved 2022 ad valorem tax millage rates for various jurisdictions (11-0)
• Approved ITEP application for Coca-Cola Bottling Company United Gulf Coast, LLC for $42,000,000.00 (12-0)
• Approved ITEP application for International Mezzo Technologies for $387,654.00 (7-5)
• Appointed Dominick Sparacino and Marcus Williams to the Board of Appeal (12-0)
• Authorized sale of surplus property at Lot 177, Forest Oaks to Southern United, Inc. for $57,000.00 (12-0)
• Awarded janitorial contracts to Matrese W. Grant and Bell's Janitorial Service (12-0)
• Ordered emergency demolition of structure at 2835 Chippewa St. (12-0)

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council is holding a special meeting to receive the Mayor-President’s 2022 preliminary budget for the City of Baton Rouge and Parish of East Baton Rouge.

• Receipt of the Mayor-President’s 2022 preliminary budget

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council will receive the Mayor-President's 2022 budget message and the preliminary current expense and capital budgets for the City of Baton Rouge and Parish of East Baton Rouge. These items are introduced for a public hearing at this meeting.

• 21-01477: Receiving the Mayor-President's 2022 Budget Message
• 21-01478: Receiving the Preliminary Current Expense Budget and Capital Budget for 2022

The Metropolitan Council held a special session to receive the Mayor-President's 2022 budget message. The council also received the preliminary current expense and capital budgets for 2022. No citizens spoke during the public hearings for either item.

• Received Mayor-President's 2022 budget message
• Received preliminary 2022 current expense and capital budgets

Employee's Retirement System Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will discuss updates to retirement ordinance language regarding plan tax qualification and age penalties. The meeting also includes consideration of alternate plans to fill the Retirement Administrator position.

• Discussion of retirement ordinance language relative to plan tax qualification requirements
• Discussion of retirement ordinance amendment regarding age penalty
• Consideration of alternate plans to fill the Retirement Administrator position
• Review of legal and investment consultant invoices

The Board approved a conditional job offer to Mr. James Mack for the Retirement Administrator position, pending Metro Council pay grade approval. Trustees also reaffirmed rules for return-to-work retirees and authorized a legal appeal in the Macrogenics litigation.

• Approved conditional job offer to James Mack pending Metro Council pay grade increase to 2340
• Reaffirmed that return-to-work employee criteria do not distinguish by age
• Approved 1-year limit for part-time return-to-work retirees with extensions for extraordinary circumstances
• Authorized legal counsel to appeal court decision in Macrogenics litigation
• Approved Benefits Report and PGT Benefits Report
• Approved payments to law offices of Klausner and Kaufman, Akers & Wisbar, and Tarcza & Associates
• Approved minutes from September 23, 2021 and October 13, 2021 meetings

Alcoholic Beverage Control Board

The board approved three Notice of Intent applications and two permanent license applications for businesses on Airline Highway, Perkins Road, and Winbourne Avenue. One citation hearing regarding the sale of alcohol to minors was deferred to a future meeting.

• Approved Class B Beer & Liquor license for GB License LLC d/b/a GoPuff (3731 Perkins Road)
• Approved Class B Beer & Liquor license for Murphy Oil USA Inc. d/b/a Murphy Express #8941 (9679 Airline Highway)
• Approved Class A Beer & Liquor license for The Silly Rabbit Comedy Club LLC d/b/a Silly Rabbit Comedy Club (9945 Airline Highway Suite C)
• Deferred citation #3910 for Life Meals LLC d/b/a The Oasis Bar & Grill to December 9, 2021
• Approved Class A Beer & Liquor license for Gulf South Seafood of Baton Rouge LLC d/b/a Eighty-one 50 (4718 Airline Highway)
• Approved Class B Beer & Liquor license for Ray 52 Inc. d/b/a Real Star (4412 Winbourne Avenue)
• Approved minutes from October 14, 2021 meeting

Metropolitan Council

This is a regular meeting of the Metropolitan Council. The agenda is attached but not provided in the text. The meeting includes presentations and public comment.

• Presentations & Special Recognitions at 6:30 pm
• Regular meeting at 4:00 pm
• Public comment on all agenda items

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council will consider an ordinance to create the competitive position of Chief of Administration for the Baton Rouge Fire Department, as required by state law. The item is introduced as an administrative matter to expedite the process so the position can be filled by early 2022. A public hearing is scheduled for November 10, 2021.

• Ordinance to create Chief of Administration position for Baton Rouge Fire Department
• Required by Louisiana Revised Statutes 33:2481.6 and 33:2541.2
• Public hearing set for November 10, 2021

Metropolitan Council

The Regular Meeting of the Metropolitan Council scheduled for October 27, 2021, was cancelled. The meeting has been rescheduled for Thursday, November 4, 2021.

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council is introducing the 2022 Annual Operating Budget and several grant agreements for community development. The meeting also includes introductions for numerous property condemnations, adjudicated property bids, and zoning changes.

• Introduction of the Final Current Expense Budget and Capital Budget for 2022
• Proposed grant agreements totaling approximately $12,585,471.00 for CDBG, HOME, HOPWA, ESG, and H-ARP programs
• Proposed increase of dumping fees for commercial and out-of-parish customers at East Baton Rouge Parish North Landfill
• Rezoning requests for 7860 Mickens Road, 10404 Coursey Boulevard, and 5170 Government Street
• Introduction of 12 property condemnation cases including 15334 Peairs Rd and 5726 Barrow Dr

Complete Streets Citizen Advisory Committee

The Complete Streets Advisory Committee will hold a video conference meeting on October 21, 2021, after certifying it cannot meet in person because of the COVID-19 public health emergency. The agenda includes approval of previous minutes, updates from the Ped/Bike Masterplan subcommittee, and staff reports. Public comments may be submitted via email, online form, phone, or mail.

• Certification of inability to operate due to lack of quorum under COVID-19 emergency orders
• Meeting held via video conference to comply with social distancing
• Approval of minutes from August 19, 2021
• EBR Ped/Bike Masterplan Subcommittee updates
• Public comment accepted via email, online form, phone, or mail

The committee approved the August 19, 2021, meeting minutes and a priority list of 10 projects for the EBR Ped/Bike Masterplan. Members also opened the agenda to discuss amendments to the drive-thru ordinance regarding pedestrian and bicycle access.

• Approved August 19, 2021 minutes (12-0)
• Approved opening agenda for drive-thru ordinance amendment discussion (15-0)
• Approved top 10 priority list of projects in the EBR Ped/Bike Masterplan (15-0)

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council holds public hearings on 26 zoning items, including land-use plan amendments and rezonings for multi-family housing, commercial alcoholic beverage permits, and a planned unit development revision. Most items received unanimous planning commission approval, but two proposals near South Ardenwood Drive for a land-use change and an infill development were recommended for denial.

• Rezone 3535 Mohican Street to high-density multi-family (A3.3) despite staff finding of incompatibility
• Rezone 2504-2544 Government Street and 535 Saint Rose Avenue to allow bar/lounge (C-AB-2) and neighborhood commercial
• Rezone 1747 O'Neal Lane from Rural to Heavy Commercial Two (HC2) and restaurant alcohol permit
• Revise Rouzan concept plan to add six low-density residential lots (deferred from previous meeting)
• Rezone 1700-1800 Staring Lane from single-family to zero-lot-line (A2.6)

The Council approved numerous rezoning requests, including several for alcoholic beverage permits and commercial use. Two proposed ordinances were deleted and two others were deferred to a future meeting.

• Approved rezoning to High Density Multi-Family Residential (A3.3) at Mohican Street (10-0)
• Deleted proposed ordinance PA-17-21 for 159 and 169 South Ardenwood Drive (10-0)
• Deleted proposed ordinance ISPUD-5-21 for South Ardenwood Drive (10-0)
• Approved rezoning to Commercial Alcoholic Beverage (bar and lounge) (C-AB-2) at Government Street and Saint Rose Avenue (10-0)
• Approved rezoning to Commercial Alcoholic Beverage (restaurant) (C-AB-1) at 9405 Greenwell Springs Road (10-0)
• Approved rezoning to Commercial Alcoholic Beverage (bar and lounge) (C-AB-2) at Scenic Highway and Adams Avenue (10-0)
• Approved rezoning to Heavy Commercial One (HC1) at Picardy Avenue and O'Donovan Drive (10-0)
• Approved rezoning to Heavy Commercial One (HC1) at Siegen Lane and Perkins Road (10-0)

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council has scheduled a zoning meeting for October 20, 2021, at 4:00 pm. The provided text is a public notice and does not list specific agenda items.

Planning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission reviewed several requests for rezoning and development plan revisions. The body decided on multiple land-use changes, including converting commercial land to residential and updating planned unit developments.

• Approved amending Comprehensive Land Use Plan from Commercial to Residential Neighborhood at 7860 Mickens Road
• Approved rezoning 7860 Mickens Road and 8100-8200 Glen Oaks Drive from Heavy Commercial (C2) to Single Family Residential (A2)
• Approved rezoning Government Street properties (T-1340, T-1350, T-1360) to Light Commercial Two and Commercial Alcoholic Beverage
• Approved rezoning 14500-15000 Airline Highway from Rural and Light Commercial Three (LC3) to Heavy Commercial One (HC1)
• Approved Concept Plan Revision 6 for Woman’s Hospital PUD-4-08 regarding residential unit reallocation

The Planning Commission approved several rezoning cases, including a transition from commercial to residential on Mickens Road and various alcoholic beverage permits. The commission also approved multiple development plans and subdivisions, while deferring others to November.

• Approved Comprehensive Land Use Plan amendment for 7860 Mickens Road to Residential Neighborhood (7-0)
• Approved rezoning of 7860 Mickens Road and 8100-8200 Glen Oaks Drive to Single Family Residential (7-0)
• Approved North Point Subdivision major subdivision (7-0)
• Approved rezoning of 5170 Government Street to Commercial Alcoholic Beverage bar and lounge (7-0)
• Approved PUD-4-08 Woman’s Hospital Concept Plan Revision 6 and Final Development Plan (7-0)
• Approved PUD-4-12 The Waters at Millerville high density multi-family residential development (7-0)
• Approved SS-5-21 S.P. Peairs Tract subdivision with private street (7-0)
• Deferred S-13-21 Baringer Commercial Subdivision and TND-1-07 Rouzan Concept Plan Revision 16

Alcoholic Beverage Control Board

The board approved several Notice of Intent applications and accountant reports for Class A and B beer and liquor licenses. It also processed citations for ordinance violations, including one $500 fine. Two items were deferred to the November 18, 2021 meeting.

• Approved Class A Beer & Liquor license for Dior Entertainment LLC (4-0, 2 abstentions)
• Approved Class B Beer & Liquor license for Family Dollar Stores of Louisiana Inc.
• Approved Class A Beer & Liquor license for Light House Coffee LLC
• Approved Class A & Restaurant licenses for Cheng’s Restaurant, Lit Pizza Central, Old Captain Baton Rouge, Queso Mexican, Cheba Hut, City Pork of Perkins, and Solou
• Deferred license application for Kickback Wings & Daiquiri’s until November 18, 2021
• Recognized payment as admission of guilt for Torchy’s Tacos and Acadian Food Mart citations
• Assessed $500 fine and license suspension for Hooper Hop In/Circle K
• Deferred citations for The Boil and Roux Kitchen until November 18, 2021

Ryan White Advisory Council

The council will review reports from the Ryan White Part A Recipient regarding HIV epidemic funds and the Integrated Prevention and CARE Plan. The meeting includes discussions on a grant application and a site visit.

• Ending the HIV Epidemic Funds
• Integrated Prevention and CARE Plan
• Grant Application
• Site Visit
• Council elections

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council will meet to hear presentations, special recognitions, and other agenda items. The provided document is a public notice and does not list the specific items for decision.

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council is meeting to address two emergency administrative items. These include updating polling place ownership for specific precincts and authorizing a professional service agreement for community health literacy.

• Amending Ordinance 18004 to change building ownership for ward 1, precincts 73A and 73B polling places
• Professional Service Agreement with G.R.O.W.T.H. Services of Louisiana not to exceed $250,000 for COVID-19 health literacy

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council is introducing several items for future public hearings, including budget adjustments and tax millage rates for 2022. The body is also introducing multiple property condemnation requests and grant agreements for community services.

• Appropriation of $73,110,127 from American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds
• Proposed 2022 ad valorem tax millage rates for various taxing jurisdictions
• Tax exemption applications for Coca-Cola Bottling Company United Gulf Coast, LLC ($42,000,000) and International Mezzo Technologies ($387,654)
• Emergency Rental Assistance Program grant funding totaling approximately $5,957,775.44
• Sale of surplus properties at 5044 Stearns Street ($21,000) and 4955 Longfellow Drive ($13,000)

The Metropolitan Council awarded several construction contracts, including a $2.2M bridge project. The body also approved the sale of multiple adjudicated surplus properties and adopted a new ordinance regarding communications infrastructure excavation in public rights-of-way.

• Awarded $2,224,396.09 contract for Mall of Louisiana Blvd bridge and roadway to Brown Industrial Construction, LLC (12-0)
• Awarded $659,200.00 contract for 72nd Avenue Pedestrian Improvements Phase II to Boone Services, LLC (12-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 18261 establishing policies for installing communications conduit during public right-of-way excavations (12-0)
• Approved sale of surplus property at Lot 11+, Langloisville, Huron Street to LaKebia Williams for $12,500.00 (12-0)
• Approved sale of surplus property at Lot D-2-E-1-B, Baringers Ct. to Tywanda Cannon for $15,000.00 (12-0)
• Approved $140,095.00 settlement for Nashwa Hamed v. City of Baton Rouge (12-0)
• Approved $50,944.90 settlement for Jude Whitehead vs. East Baton Rouge Parish Prison (10-2)
• Adopted condemnation orders for properties at 16401 Bonham Ave, 10125 Bowman Ave, 5284 Cadillac St, 3034 Monroe Ave, 3557 Elm Dr, 4750 Broadway St, and 7585 Goldfinch Dr (12-0)

Employee's Retirement System Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees is conducting a special meeting to interview two candidates for the position of Retirement Administrator. The board will also hold a discussion regarding these interviews.

• Interviews with James A. Mack for Retirement Administrator
• Interviews with George W. Meyer, III for Retirement Administrator

Historic Preservation Committee

The commission voted to defer action on two historic property applications: 832 Europe Street (deferred 90 days for structural and cost documentation) and 819-828 Costello Lane (deferred 30 days for design details). No new decisions or public hearings were conducted.

• 832 Europe Street: deferred 90 days for applicant to provide proof of window/roof sealing, construction bid, and structural engineer letter
• 819-828 Costello Lane: deferred 30 days for applicant to submit details on proposed railings, brick skirts, and ventilation
• Minutes from September 8, 2021 approved 5-0

The Commission voted to defer two cases to future meetings to allow applicants to provide additional structural and design documentation. The body also discussed the potential formation of a subcommittee to identify local historic landmarks.

• Approved September 8, 2021 minutes (5-0)
• Deferred 832 Europe Street request for 90 days to January 12, 2022 (6-0)
• Deferred 819-828 Costello Lane request for 30 days to November 10, 2021 (6-0)

Metro Board of Adjustment

The Metropolitan Board of Adjustment is meeting to consider several requests for exceptions to the Unified Development Code. These requests include placements of manufactured homes, setback reductions for new residences, and the reconstruction of nonconforming structures.

• Request for exception to allow a new manufactured home at 22085 Liberty Rd
• Request for exception to allow a second manufactured home at 24525 B Plank Rd
• Variance request to reduce front yard setback from 25 to 22 feet at 2429 Pete Maravich Ct
• Request for exception to allow a 1,600 sq. ft. accessory structure at 6632 Kenny Cir
• Requests to reconstruct or alter nonconforming structures at 637 Lucilla Ln, 321 Cornell Ave, and 1853 Carl Ave

The Board approved four requests for zoning exceptions and variances regarding manufactured homes, setbacks, and accessory structures. Two items were deferred to future meetings. The August 9, 2021 minutes were approved.

• Approved August 9, 2021 minutes (4-0)
• Approved exception for new manufactured home at 22085 Liberty Rd with stipulation to remove existing second trailer within 6 months (4-0)
• Deferred request for second manufactured home at 24525 B Plank Rd (4-0)
• Approved variance to reduce front yard setback to 22 feet at 2429 Pete Maravich Ct (4-0)
• Approved exception for 1,600 sq. ft. accessory structure at 6632 Kenny Circle (4-0)
• Deferred request for nonconforming structure alteration at 637 Lucilla Ln to November meeting (4-0)
• Approved exception for reconstruction of nonconforming structure at 321 Cornell Ave (4-0)

Employee's Retirement System Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will review updates to retirement ordinance language regarding plan tax qualifications and age penalties. The meeting also includes a discussion on a plan to reorganize the retirement office.

• Discussion of retirement ordinance language relative to plan tax qualification requirements
• Discussion of retirement ordinance amendment regarding age penalty
• Discussion and consideration of retirement office reorganization plan
• Review of staff reports including legal, actuarial, and investment invoices
• Police Guarantee Trust benefits and DROP notifications report

The Board voted to increase the Retirement Administrator's pay to range 2360 and hired Evanston Capital Management to handle hedge fund-of-funds allocations. Members also approved a two-month training overlap for the Administrator position and authorized a settlement in the Merritt Medical securities litigation.

• Approved increasing Retirement Administrator pay to range 2360 (4-1-1)
• Approved 2-month budget overlap for Retirement Administrator training
• Hired Evanston Capital Management (Weatherlow Fund) for hedge fund-of-funds allocation
• Authorized settlement in Merritt Medical securities litigation
• Approved advertising for Retirement Administrator in Pension & Investment Magazine
• Approved payment of invoices for Akers & Wisbar and Tarcza & Associates
• Decided to honor current DROP contracts for distributions but prohibit them for new contracts until termination or age 59 1/2
• Approved Benefits Report

Alcoholic Beverage Control Board

The board approved several Class A and Class B beer and liquor licenses for various businesses. Three license applications were deferred to October 10, 2021. The board also recognized a payment as an admission of guilt for a citation issued to Adam Grocery.

• Approved Class A Beer & Liquor license for Bria Properties LLC d/b/a Monte Cristro
• Approved Class A Beer & Liquor license for Pappas Venue LLC d/b/a Pappas Venue
• Deferred permanent Class A & Restaurant license for City Pork of Perkins LLC to Oct 10, 2021
• Deferred permanent Class A & Restaurant license for MRF Perkins LLC d/b/a Solou to Oct 10, 2021
• Deferred permanent Class A & Restaurant license for Kickback Vending LLC to Oct 10, 2021
• Recognized payment as admission of guilt for Citation #4505 (Yoccup Inc. d/b/a Adam Grocery)
• Approved Class A Beer & Liquor licenses for New Orleans Original Daiquiris (two locations) and Angie B’s
• Approved Class B Beer & Liquor licenses for MJ Food Mart, Tru by Hilton Baton Rouge I-10 East, and Total Wine Spirits Beer & More

Ryan White Advisory Council

The council is meeting to review reports from the Ryan White Part A Recipient and conduct elections. Discussions include grant applications, a carryover request, and the impact of Hurricane Ida.

• CORE Medical Service Waiver
• Integrated Prevention and CARE Plan
• Grant Application and Carryover Request
• Council elections
• Discussion on Hurricane Ida

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council is holding a regular meeting on September 22, 2021, starting at 3:30 PM for presentations and recognitions, followed by the regular agenda at 4:00 PM. All items on the agenda are open for public comment. The agenda itself is not included in this notice.

• Public comment period for all agenda items
• Meeting available via BRIA.gov, Metro 21, and Facebook Live
• Presentations and special recognitions at 3:30 PM

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council will introduce and set public hearings for multiple rezoning requests to allow alcohol sales at properties on Government Street, Highland Road, George O'Neal Road, Gardere Lane, Florida Boulevard, and Perkins Road. The council will also introduce settlements totaling $191,039.90 for two lawsuits, a reapportionment process using 2020 census data, and a $34,646.79 budget amendment for meeting room monitor replacements.

• Settlement of $50,944.90 for Jude Whitehead vs. East Baton Rouge Parish Prison lawsuit
• Settlement of $140,095.00 for Nashwa Hamed vs. City of Baton Rouge lawsuit
• Rezoning to allow bar/lounge at 3101 and 3115 Government Street
• Rezoning to allow restaurant alcohol sales at 5435 Highland Road and 10480 Perkins Road
• Reapportionment process to begin using 2020 census data

The Metropolitan Council appropriated $9 million for debris collection and monitoring following Hurricane Ida. The council also approved several city limit extensions and a property tax abatement for 500 Laurel Development LLC. A proposed parking fee exemption for councilmembers and aides was denied.

• Appropriated $9M for Hurricane Ida debris collection (11-0)
• Approved $15M grant for Plank-Nicholson Project (11-0)
• Approved 5-year property tax abatement for 500 Laurel Development LLC (11-0)
• Approved city limit extensions for Woman's Hospital Foundation and others (9-2)
• Approved city limit extension for Resource Bank (9-2)
• Approved city limit extensions for Willow Ridge subdivision Groups 1, 2, and 3 (9-2)
• Denied parking fee exemption for councilmembers and legislative aides (5-6)
• Approved $90,396 janitorial contract for EBR City Courthouse (11-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission approved a comprehensive plan amendment and a major revision to the Burbank University Planned Unit Development, increasing medium-density residential units and decreasing commercial space. It also approved multiple rezoning requests for alcohol beverage permits (bars and restaurants) at various locations, denied a proposed bar at 12191 Florida Boulevard, and denied the Maple Cove PUD. Several items were deferred to October 18, including the Rouzan concept plan and Woman's Hospital projects.

• Comprehensive plan amendment for 5600-5700 Nicholson Drive from Commercial to Compact Neighborhood
• Burbank University PUD revision to increase medium-density residential and decrease commercial/retail
• Rezoning for bar/lounge at 2504 Government Street and 535 Saint Rose Avenue (Case 53-21)
• Rezoning for restaurant at 5435 Highland Road (Case 66-21)
• Denial of Maple Cove PUD for low-density residential on Burbank Drive

The commission approved several rezoning requests for commercial and residential use, including a land use amendment for Nicholson Drive. Two requests were denied: a bar and lounge on Florida Boulevard and a residential development at Maple Cove. Several other items were deferred for 30 to 60 days.

• Approved land use amendment for 5600-5700 Nicholson Drive (7-0)
• Approved Concept Plan Revision 10 for Burbank University (7-0)
• Approved rezoning to Zero Lot Line at 1700-1800 Staring Lane (7-0)
• Deferred Silverside Cove Subdivision for 30 days (7-0)
• Approved rezoning for bar and lounge at 2504 Government Street (7-0)
• Denied rezoning for bar and lounge at 12191 Florida Boulevard (7-0)
• Denied PUD-2-21 Maple Cove Concept Plan (6-1)
• Denied rezoning for 14344 South Harrell’s Ferry Road (7-0)

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council scheduled a Zoning Meeting for September 15, 2021. The provided text is a public notice and does not list specific agenda items.

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council conducted public hearings to decide on various rezoning requests and land use plan amendments. The body approved several commercial and residential rezoning cases while denying others and deferring two items.

• Approved rezoning of 3535 Mohican Street to High Density Multi-Family Residential (A3.3)
• Denied rezoning of 159 and 169 South Ardenwood Drive to Infill Small Planned Unit Development (ISPUD)
• Approved rezoning of 9405 Greenwell Springs Road to Commercial Alcoholic Beverage restaurant (C-AB-1)
• Approved rezoning of 8751 Siegen Lane and 11670 Airline Highway to Heavy Commercial One (HC1)
• Deferred rezoning of 2504, 2544 Government Street and 535 Saint Rose Avenue to September 20

Employee's Retirement System Board of Trustees

The Retirement Board of Trustees will hear presentations from Corbin Capital Partners and Evanston Capital Management, two hedge fund of funds managers, followed by discussion and possible action. The meeting includes consideration of these investment options for the Employees' Retirement System.

• Presentation by Evanston Capital Management – Weatherlow Fund at 1:00 PM
• Presentation by Corbin Capital Partners LP – Pinehurst Institutional Fund at 2:00 PM
• Discussion of hedge fund of funds manager presentations
• Possible action on items discussed

The Investment Committee reviewed presentations from Evanston Capital Management and Corbin Capital Partners. The committee reached a consensus to favor Evanston for the entire hedge fund of funds allocation.

• Recommended to the Board that the entire hedge fund of funds allocation be assigned to Evanston Weatherlow Fund, pending contract negotiation (Passed)

Alcoholic Beverage Control Board

The Board approved a Class A Beer & Liquor license for Franklin Associates LLC and denied an opposition to a license for Sauce and Bones LLC. Additionally, the Board recognized payments as admissions of guilt for two citations regarding sales of alcohol to persons under 21.

• Approved Class A Beer & Liquor license for Franklin Associates LLC d/b/a The Executive Center
• Denied opposition to Class A Beer & Liquor license for Sauce and Bones LLC d/b/a Sauce & Bones
• Recognized payment as admission of guilt for Citation #4538 (Bengal Chevron)
• Recognized payment as admission of guilt for Citation #4543 (Brother Moe)
• Approved minutes from August 26, 2021 meeting

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council of Baton Rouge and East Baton Rouge Parish will hold a regular meeting on September 8, 2021. The session includes presentations, special recognitions, and public comments. Specific items for discussion are contained in an attached agenda not provided in this notice.

• Presentations and Special Recognitions starting at 3:30 P.M.
• Regular meeting session starting at 4:00 P.M.

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council is considering authorizing a $2 million professional services agreement with Tyler Technologies for Baton Rouge City Court, plus up to $500,000 per year for maintenance. The item was introduced as an administrative matter due to power outages from Hurricane Ida. A public hearing is scheduled for September 22, 2021.

• Professional services agreement with Tyler Technologies up to $2,000,000
• Annual maintenance agreement not to exceed $500,000 per year
• Item introduced as administrative matter due to Hurricane Ida power outage
• Public hearing set for September 22, 2021

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council is introducing several items for public hearing on September 22, 2021. Key discussions include a $9 million budget appropriation for Hurricane Ida debris collection and various annexation petitions.

• $9 million budget amendment for Hurricane Ida debris collection and monitoring
• $15,000,000 DOT BUILD grant acceptance for the Baton Rouge Plank-Nicholson Project
• Property tax abatement renewal for 500 Laurel Development LLC at 500 Laurel Street
• Annexation petitions for Willow Ridge subdivision and areas involving Resource Bank
• Contract supplement of $52,456.65 for MOVEBR Enhancement Project College Drive

The Metropolitan Council approved a 12-month moratorium on new land development approvals for specified projects within special flood hazard areas to establish a new Stormwater Master Plan. The council also passed a new ordinance requiring permits for donation drop boxes and approved several infrastructure contracts and tax abatements.

• Approved 12-month development moratorium in special flood hazard areas (11-0)
• Approved ordinance requiring permits and $50 fees for donation drop boxes (11-0)
• Approved $128,546 annual property tax abatement for 150 Third Street, LLC (11-0)
• Approved $6M Revenue Anticipation Note for St. George Fire Protection District No. 2 (11-0)
• Approved $378,423 contract to Spinks Construction for McHugh Road improvements (11-0)
• Approved $178,490 contract to Spinks Construction for Old Hammond Highway improvements (11-0)
• Approved $2,031,130 for East Baton Rouge Parish Safe Room/Training Center Phase II (10-0)
• Ordered demolition of properties at 2025 Scenic Hwy, 7234 Perimeter Dr, and 6259 Calion Dr (11-0)

Historic Preservation Committee

The commission is holding public hearings, but several key items have been postponed. The meeting includes the approval of August 11, 2021, minutes and staff reports.

• Beauregard Town Design Guidelines (deferred to March 2022)
• Beauregard Town Local Historic District (deferred to March 2022)
• HPC-11-21 819-828 Costello Lane (deferred to October 13)

The Commission deferred three items, including the Beauregard Town design guidelines and local historic district, to future meetings. The August 11, 2021, meeting minutes were approved.

• Approved August 11, 2021 minutes (4-0)
• Deferred Beauregard Town Design Guidelines for 6 months to March 2022 meeting (4-0)
• Deferred HD-1-21 Beauregard Town Local Historic District for 6 months to March 2022 meeting (4-0)
• Deferred HPC-11-21 819-828 Costello Lane for 30 days to October 13 meeting (4-0)

Employee's Retirement System Board of Trustees

The Employees’ Retirement System Board of Trustees will review reports on benefits and investments. The board is discussing retirement ordinance language regarding tax qualification and age penalties. The meeting includes the ratification of a police board representative.

• Discussion of retirement ordinance language relative to plan tax qualification requirements
• Discussion of retirement ordinance language amendment regarding age penalty
• Ratification of election by acclimation of Police Board representative Lieutenant Matthew Johnson
• Review of invoices from Law Offices of Akers & Wisbar, LLC, Law Offices of Tarcza & Associates, LLC, and Foster & Foster Actuarial

The Board voted to advertise for a new Retirement Administrator without disclosing the salary in the posting. Additionally, the Board approved the redemption of capital from Magnitude Capital and authorized updates to the Investment Policy Statement.

• Ratified Lieutenant Matthew Johnson’s election by acclimation to the Retirement Board
• Approved the Benefits Report and PGT Benefits Report
• Approved advertising for the Retirement Administrator position without including salary
• Approved redemption call with Magnitude Capital as of December 31, 2021
• Authorized changes to Investment Policy Statement Appendices A & B
• Approved payments to law firms Akers & Wisbar, Tarcza & Associates, and Foster & Foster

Alcoholic Beverage Control Board

The board approved Notice of Intent applications for four businesses to proceed with beer and liquor licenses. Additionally, the board acted on five citations regarding the sale of alcohol to minors and the use of unlicensed personnel.

• Approved Class M Manufacture, Class A Beer & Class B Beer license for Agile Brewing LLC (14141 Airline Hwy)
• Approved Class A Beer & Liquor license for Gulf South Seafood BR LLC d/b/a Eighty-One 50 (4718 Airline Hwy)
• Approved Class A Beer & Liquor license for A V Nail Spa Cedar Lodge LLC d/b/a M. Vince Nail Spa (7455 Corporate Blvd)
• Approved Class B Beer & Liquor license for Louisiana Fine Wine & Spirits, LLC d/b/a Total Wine Spirits Beer & More (7074 Siegen Lane)
• Imposed $750 fine on Do Wool Inc. d/b/a Mom’s Seafood & Deli for selling to minors and using unlicensed persons
• Recognized payment as admission of guilt for Y & Q Inc. d/b/a Y & Q Mart regarding sales to minors and unlicensed personnel
• Recognized payment as admission of guilt for One Stop Deli & Grocery LLC regarding second offense of sales to minors
• Imposed $750 fine on Jim & Lu Enterprises Inc. d/b/a Jim & Lu Grocery Food Mart for selling to minors

Metropolitan Council

This meeting is primarily procedural, introducing items for future public hearings. No final votes are taken; the council will hear public comment on these items at subsequent meetings. Key introductions include a $6 million revenue note for the St. George Fire Protection District, a tax abatement for Watermark Baton Rouge, and budget appropriations for EMS and the Harveston Economic Development District.

• Introduce $6,000,000 Revenue Anticipation Note for St. George Fire Protection District No. 2
• Five-year property tax abatement estimated at $128,546/year for Watermark Baton Rouge at 150 Third Street
• Appropriate $2,031,130 from fund balance for EMS Safe Room/Training Center Phase II construction
• Dissolve Americana Community Development District
• Introduce rezoning and land use plan amendments for properties on Mohican Street and South Ardenwood Drive

The Metropolitan Council approved an ordinance establishing rules, licensing, and safety standards for commercial pedal carriages. Several property sales and infrastructure contracts were also approved, while multiple condemnation proceedings were ordered.

• Adopted ordinance regulating commercial pedal carriages, including a $2M insurance requirement (12-0)
• Approved sale of surplus property to Robins Rentals, LLC for $70,100, $37,100, $12,500, $8,500, and $200 (12-0)
• Approved sale of surplus property to Southern United, Inc. for $65,600 (12-0)
• Approved sale of surplus property to Carey Huegler for $76,500 (12-0)
• Approved $1.4M contract to Omega Foundation Services, Inc. for bridge replacement (12-0)
• Approved $176,968 contract to The Luster Group, LLC for sidewalk improvements (12-0)
• Ordered demolition of properties at 633 University Walk, 1860 Walnut St, 200 S 20th St, 1863 Alabama St, 97 la de Deer Run Ave, 717 N 36th St, and 5132 Scenic Hwy (12-0)
• Authorized $1M grant from U.S. Department of Transportation for airport services (12-0)

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council is reviewing two emergency items regarding aviation funding and infrastructure repair. One item involves accepting a federal grant to incentivize air service, while the other concerns repairing damage to the River Dock Landing.

• $1,000,000.00 U.S. Department of Transportation grant for air service development
• Agreement with Pipe & Steel Industrial not to exceed $110,000.00 for River Dock Landing repairs

Metropolitan Council

This is a regular meeting of the Metropolitan Council. The agenda consists only of procedural boilerplate; no specific ordinances, contracts, or public hearings are detailed in the notice. The meeting will include presentations and special recognitions starting at 3:30 PM, followed by the regular session at 4:00 PM.

Employee's Retirement System Board of Trustees

The Investment Committee will review the second quarter 2021 investment performance for CPERS and PGT. The meeting includes discussions regarding CPERS rebalancing, the Magnitude Hedge Fund of Funds, and updates to the Investment Policy Statement.

• Second Quarter 2021 investment performance review for CPERS and PGT
• Discussion of CPERS rebalancing
• Review of Magnitude Hedge Fund of Funds
• Review of updated Investment Policy Statement

The committee voted to redeem funds from Magnitude Capital and seek a replacement hedge fund manager. It also approved changes to the Police Guarantee Trust (PGT) investment policy to reduce cash allocation. The board reviewed second-quarter performance and noted a portfolio rebalancing to reduce equity risk.

• Approved redemption of Magnitude Capital funds (unanimous)
• Approved parking Magnitude Capital redemption funds in BlackRock GTAA account until a replacement manager is hired (unanimous)
• Approved updated Investment Policy for PGT to reduce cash allocation from 10% to 2% (unanimous)
• Agreed to invite Corbin and Evanston for presentations as potential replacement managers

Complete Streets Citizen Advisory Committee

The Complete Streets Advisory Committee will meet via video conference on August 19, 2021, due to COVID-19 social distancing requirements. The agenda includes discussion of the Bicycle Friendly Community 4-year application (deadline extended to September 1) and updates on the East Baton Rouge Pedestrian/Bicycle Master Plan implementation. Public comments may be submitted electronically or by mail.

• Bicycle Friendly Community 4-year application due September 1 (extended)
• EBR Ped/Bike Masterplan implementation updates from Chair and Vice Chair
• Approval of minutes from June 17, 2021 meeting
• Public comment accepted via email, online form, phone, or mail

The committee approved the minutes from the June 17, 2021 meeting. Staff provided updates on the Bicycle Friendly Community application and ethics certificates, and the subcommittee reviewed the Ped/Bike Master Plan project list.

• Approved June 17, 2021 meeting minutes (15-0)

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council held public hearings regarding various rezoning requests and land use plan amendments across Baton Rouge and East Baton Rouge Parish. The session included decisions on changing property designations from industrial to commercial or residential, as well as updates to the Rouzan concept plan.

• Rezoning 2024 Thomas Road from General Residential to Light Commercial One and Commercial Alcoholic Beverage
• Plan amendment and rezoning for properties at 3205 and 3215 Jones Creek Road
• Rezoning 6275 Siegen Lane from Light Industrial to Heavy Commercial One
• Revision of Rouzan concept plan to increase unit count from 750 to 805
• Rezoning 545 South Foster Drive from Light Commercial to Commercial Alcoholic Beverage

The Metropolitan Council approved several ordinances to rezone properties for commercial and alcoholic beverage use. The council also approved a revised concept plan for the Rouzan Traditional Neighborhood Development, increasing the residential unit count. Several other zoning proposals were deleted or deferred.

• Approved increasing Rouzan residential unit count from 750 to 805 (12-0)
• Approved rezoning Lot B-2-B of Cloverland Subdivision to Heavy Commercial One (12-0)
• Approved rezoning Lot 3-D-1-A-1 of Baton Rouge Area Foundation Property to Heavy Commercial One (12-0)
• Approved rezoning Lot 63 of South Park Forest Subdivision to Heavy Commercial One (12-0)
• Approved rezoning Lot 151-A of South Park Forest Subdivision to Heavy Commercial One (12-0)
• Approved rezoning on Airline Highway to Commercial Alcoholic Beverage bar and lounge (11-0)
• Approved rezoning on O'Neal Lane to Heavy Commercial One (12-0)
• Approved rezoning on Plank Road to Commercial Alcoholic Beverage restaurant (12-0)

Metropolitan Council

This is a public notice for a Zoning Meeting of the Metropolitan Council on August 18, 2021 at 4:00 pm. The agenda is referenced as attached but not provided in the text, so only procedural information is available. No specific decisions or discussions are detailed.

• Meeting is a Zoning Meeting of the Metropolitan Council
• Public comment is open for all items per Code of Ordinances
• Meeting available via bria.gov, Metro 21, and Facebook Live

Planning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission reviewed several requests for rezoning and land use plan amendments. The body approved rezoning for multiple properties to commercial and high-density residential uses, while denying a 350-acre subdivision proposal and a small planned unit development.

• Approved rezoning of 3535 Mohican Street to High Density Multi-Family Residential (A3.3)
• Denied proposed major subdivision of a 350 acre parcel at Trivento Subdivision
• Approved rezoning of 2024 Thomas Road to Light Commercial One (LC1) and Commercial Alcoholic Beverage (restaurant)
• Approved rezoning of 8751 Siegen Lane from Rural to Heavy Commercial One (HC1)
• Denied rezoning of D’Une Terre to Infill Small Planned Unit Development (ISPUD)

The commission denied a major subdivision proposal at Old Scenic Highway and a rezoning request for the D’Une Terre project. Several other rezoning cases and development plans were approved via the consent agenda, while three items were deferred to September 20.

• Denied S-4-21 Trivento Subdivision (6-1)
• Approved PA-16-21 and Case 60-21 for 3535 Mohican Street (7-0)
• Denied PA-17-21 and ISPUD-5-21 D’Une Terre (6-1)
• Approved Case 29-21 for 2024 Thomas Road (5-1-1)
• Approved 10 rezoning cases (54-21, 55-21, 56-21, 57-21, 58-21, 59-21, 61-21, 62-21, 63-21) via consent agenda (7-0)
• Approved PUD-2-00 McAlister’s Deli and Arby’s and TND-1-07 Bank Development (7-0)
• Approved CUP-4-16 The Brighton School Revision 2 (6-0-1)
• Approved S-10-21 Garden Hill Subdivision (6-0-1)

Personnel Board

The Personnel Board will hold a hearing on the appeal of Lisa Olson, an EMS employee, at 9:30 a.m. The rest of the agenda consists of routine procedural items: call to order, roll call, public comment, approval of minutes, review of upcoming hearings, and an update on court proceedings.

• Hearing: Lisa Olson (EMS) at 9:30 a.m.
• Approval of minutes from July 8, 2021
• Review schedule of upcoming hearings
• Update on court proceedings

Alcoholic Beverage Control Board

The board approved several beer and liquor license applications and recognized admissions of guilt for multiple ordinance violations. One business was fined $2,500 for employing unlicensed persons.

• Approved Class B Beer & Liquor license for GX Louisiana LLC d/b/a Kangaroo
• Approved Class A Beer & Liquor license for Roderica Hymes LLC d/b/a Club Dreka’s
• Recognized payment as admission of guilt for SPI Mini Mart Inc. (Citation #4484)
• Recognized payment as admission of guilt for Tienda Los Amigo LLC (Citation #4491)
• Recognized payment as admission of guilt for One Stop Deli & Grocery LLC (Citation #4481)
• Recognized payment as admission of guilt for Real Joint Ventures LLC (Citation #4478)
• Fined Capital Park Bar & Grill LLC $2,500 for 5 counts of unlicensed employees
• Approved permanent licenses for Greenwell Speedy Inc and Red’s Place! LLC

Ryan White Advisory Council

The Baton Rouge Ryan White Advisory Council will meet virtually to set priorities and allocate resources for HIV care and treatment services. Members will review data, agree on a ranking of service priorities, and issue directives to the recipient on how to meet each priority. The meeting also includes adoption of prior minutes and telehealth standards.

• Adoption of June/July minutes
• Adoption of telehealth standards
• Review and ranking of HIV service priorities
• Directives on how to meet each priority
• Resource allocation agreement

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council is introducing several items for public hearing on August 25, 2021. These include updates to the city pay plan, new regulations for donation drop boxes and commercial pedal carriages, and several condemnation proceedings.

• Amend 2021 pay plan to add Assistant Program Administrator – WIOA position ($43,171 - $73,303)
• Introduce ordinance regarding donation drop boxes
• Introduce ordinance for Commercial Pedal Carriage regulations
• Authorize FAA grant application for Runway 13-31 RSA/RPZ – Phase IV Project ($4,286,525.00)
• Authorize $22,211.00 police grant for License Plate Reader and camera technology

The Metropolitan Council adopted new ordinances defining and penalizing domestic abuse battery and battery of a dating partner. The council also approved several infrastructure contracts, grant applications, and property condemnations.

• Adopted Ordinance 18210 regarding domestic abuse battery penalties (11-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 18211 regarding battery of a dating partner (11-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 18212 adding definitions and penalties for drag racing (11-0)
• Approved $2.7M contract to Diamond Electrical Company, Inc. for school flashers (11-0)
• Approved $999,602.50 contract to JB Group of LA, LLC for count station installations (11-0)
• Approved $357,556 contract to Ernest P. Breaux Electrical, LLC for surveillance cameras (11-0)
• Approved $750,000.10 contract to JB Group of LA, LLC for traffic signal detection (11-0)
• Deleted proposed amendments to the Plan of Government and flood hazard moratorium (11-0)

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council is reviewing an emergency item to authorize the Mayor-President and Airport Commission Chairman to execute a grant agreement. The funds are provided by the Federal Aviation Administration through the American Rescue Plan Act to assist with COVID-19 related revenue losses.

• Grant agreement from the FAA in the amount of $4,827,324.00

Metropolitan Council

This is a regular meeting of the Metropolitan Council on August 11, 2021, at 4:00 PM. The agenda is attached but not provided in the text. The meeting includes public comment opportunities.

• Meeting scheduled for August 11, 2021 at 4:00 PM
• Public comments allowed on all agenda items
• Meeting available via web, Cox Channel 21, and Facebook Live

Historic Preservation Committee

The Historic Preservation Commission held a public hearing and voted unanimously to defer action on a property at 832 Europe Street for 60 days, allowing the applicant time to provide a scope of work for repairs and to secure windows. The meeting also included roll call, approval of previous minutes, and staff and commission updates.

• HPC-7-21: 832 Europe Street – motion to defer for 60 days carried 5-0
• Approval of minutes from July 14, 2021, carried 4-0
• Public hearing rules outlined: 15 minutes for applicant, 3 minutes per speaker, 5 minutes for rebuttal
• Masks required; public may comment in person or submit written comments via brla.gov form

The commission deferred a decision regarding 832 Europe Street to allow for a roof assessment and property improvements. A motion to defer the Beauregard Town Local Historic District was also made. The July 14, 2021, minutes were approved with conditions.

• Approved July 14, 2021 minutes with conditions (5-0)
• Deferred 832 Europe Street for 60 days for roof assessment and improvements (5-0)
• Deferred Beauregard Town Local Historic District for 60 days

Metro Board of Adjustment

The Metropolitan Board of Adjustment will consider three variance and exception requests to the Unified Development Code. Items include reducing a required rear-yard setback from 25 feet to 5 feet, permitting a privacy wall taller than 8 feet, and allowing an accessory structure larger than 1,000 square feet on a residential lot. Public comment is allowed for each item.

• 12108 Parkmeadow Ave: variance to reduce rear-yard setback from 25 ft to 5 ft
• 3102 Svendsen Dr: variance to permit privacy wall over 8 ft tall
• 6613 Pikes Ln: exception to allow accessory structure larger than 1,000 sq ft on residential lot

The Metropolitan Board of Adjustment approved requests for a rear yard setback reduction, an increase in fence height, and the construction of a large accessory structure. The board also approved the minutes from the July 12, 2021 meeting.

• Approved July 12, 2021 minutes (4-0)
• Approved variance to reduce rear yard setback from 25 feet to 5 feet at 12108 Parkmeadow Ave. (4-0)
• Approved exception to increase fence height to 10 feet at 3102 Svendson Dr. (43-0)
• Approved exception to allow accessory structure over 1,000 s.f. at 6613 Pikes Ln. (3-0-1 recused)

Employee's Retirement System Board of Trustees

The Employees’ Retirement System Board of Trustees will discuss the 2022 retirement office budgets for the original trust and the Police Guarantee Trust. The board will also review the 2020 retirement system audit results and a proposed retirement ordinance amendment regarding age penalties.

• Presentation of the 2022 Retirement Office Budget for CPERS Original Trust
• Presentation of the 2022 Retirement Office Budget for Police Guarantee Trust
• Presentation of 2020 Retirement System audit results by Postlethwaite & Netterville
• Discussion of retirement ordinance language amendment regarding age penalty
• Disability application interview for Edward Smith

The Board approved recommendations for the Metro Council to require a 6-month separation period and a 25% pay cap for retirees returning to work. These changes are intended to be prospective starting January 1, 2022, to protect current employees under age 59.5.

• Recommended 6-month separation period before returning to work (4-2)
• Capped return-to-work pay at 25% of pay at time of separation (4-2)
• Approved 12-month term limit for return-to-work members under exigent circumstances (4-2)
• Adopted prospective policy effective Jan 1, 2022 for members under age 59.5
• Approved 2022 CPERS and PGT budgets
• Approved service-connected disability application for Edward Smith
• Approved Benefits Report and PGT Benefits Report
• Approved payments to law firms Klausner & Kaufman, Akers & Wisbar, Tarcza & Associates, and Foster & Foster

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council is reviewing a request to amend a professional legal services contract for the Baton Rouge Police Department. The proposed amendment would increase the maximum compensation for Timothy W. Hardy of Breazeale, Sachse & Wilson, LLP.

• Increase maximum compensation for legal services contract from $78,000.00 to $150,000.00

Metropolitan Council

This is a regular meeting of the Metropolitan Council on July 28, 2021. The agenda provided is only a notice with no specific items; the actual agenda is referenced as attached but not included. The meeting includes time for presentations and special recognitions before the regular session. Public comment is open on all items.

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council introduced several items for public hearing on August 11, including proposed amendments to the Plan of Government covering executive, legislative, and administrative branches, which would go to voters on November 13, 2021. Also introduced were a $12.6 million HUD action plan for CDBG, HOME, HOPWA, ESG, and H-ARP funds, settlements for lawsuits totaling over $580,000, and ordinance changes to domestic abuse battery and dating partner battery. The council also introduced condemnations of multiple properties and adjudicated property sales.

• Proposed Plan of Government amendments (executive, legislative, administrative updates) to be voted on Nov 13, 2021
• Authorization to submit 2021 Action Plan for $12,585,471 in HUD grants (CDBG, HOME, HOPWA, ESG, H-ARP)
• Settlement of Ketravia Clark et al lawsuit for $270,705.94
• Settlement of Timothy Burge lawsuit for $250,330.14
• Ordinance amendments to domestic abuse battery (adding second offense, definitions) and new battery of a dating partner offense

The Metropolitan Council voted down a resolution to extend a special tax for public library purposes. However, it approved an emergency contract for disaster debris management and several other infrastructure and administrative items.

• Denied special tax extension for public library purposes (4-7)
• Approved emergency contract for disaster debris services to DRC Emergency Services, LLC (10-0)
• Approved $1.67M roof replacement for River Center Arena and Ballroom (10-0)
• Approved $2.1M appropriation for Community Vaccination Center via FEMA (9-0)
• Approved $3.5M grant for Runway 13-31 safety improvements (11-0)
• Approved amendment to drug paraphernalia laws to except fentanyl test strips (10-0)
• Approved $125,466.50 settlement for Jerry Watson, et al. v. State of Louisiana (11-0)
• Approved sale of multiple adjudicated surplus properties to various buyers (10-0)

Alcoholic Beverage Control Board

The board approved six Notice of Intent applications and one permanent license application. It also recognized a payment as admission of guilt for one citation and deferred three other citation hearings.

• Approved Class A & B Beer & Liquor license for D Y Martin Jr. Inc. (Martin Wine Cellar)
• Approved Class B Beer & Liquor license for Brianna Harris (Brianna Micah’s Fashion Haus)
• Approved Class B Beer & Liquor license for Summa Lodging LLC (Element Baton Rouge South)
• Approved A & Restaurant license for Bistro Byronz No 1 LLC (Bistro Byronz)
• Approved permanent Class A & Restaurant license for Mm& M Management Inc. (Pizza Artista)
• Approved permanent Class A & Restaurant license for Krab Queenz Br LLC (Krab Queenz Seafood & Daiquiris)
• Approved permanent Class B Beer & Liquor license for Scenic Market LLC (Scenic Market)
• Recognized payment as admission of guilt for Race Trac Petroleum Inc. (Citation #4476)

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council holds a zoning meeting with 22 public hearings on amendments to the comprehensive land use plan and rezonings. Items include changes to land use designations and zoning for residential, commercial, and alcohol-beverage uses. Several items were deferred or withdrawn, and the council will vote after public comment.

• @Highland SPUD (item 21): mixed-use development with high-density multifamily, office, retail, restaurant, and drive-thru; approved 5-4 by commission
• 1003 Bob Pettit Boulevard rezoning to bar/lounge (C-AB-2); approved 7-0 by commission
• 930 O'Neal Lane Suite 3 rezoning to bar/lounge (C-AB-2); approved 9-0 by commission
• 17920-17960 Old Perkins Road East rezoning to Light Commercial Three (LC3); approved 7-0 by commission
• Towne Centre at Cedar Lodge (item 22): revision to allow multi-family residential; approved 7-0 by commission

The Council approved several rezoning requests, including new alcoholic beverage permits and residential developments. Three proposed ordinances were deleted and two were deferred to the August 18, 2021 meeting. A public drainage servitude was also revoked subject to specific stipulations.

• Approved rezoning of Montan Estates to Employment Center and Light Commercial Three (12-0)
• Approved revocation of 290 foot public drainage servitude east of Mall of Louisiana Blvd (12-0)
• Approved rezoning of properties on Bob Pettit Blvd, O'Neal Lane, and Lee Drive to alcoholic beverage uses (12-0)
• Approved rezoning of properties on S. Foster Drive and Wooddale Blvd (12-0)
• Approved rezoning of properties on Myrtle St and Julia St to residential uses (12-0)
• Approved SPUD rezoning for @Highland Subdivision (7-2-1)
• Approved PUD revision for Cedar Lodge Plantation to include multi-family residential (12-0)
• Deleted proposed ordinances for 18500-18600 Old Scenic Hwy, Tiger Bend Rd, and Granberry St (12-0)

Metropolitan Council

This is a zoning meeting of the Metropolitan Council. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and no specific items for discussion or decision.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission reviewed several requests to amend the Comprehensive Land Use Plan and rezone properties for commercial and residential use. The body approved several commercial rezonings and a townhouse subdivision, while deferring others to August 16.

• Approved rezoning of 3205 and 3215 Jones Creek Road from Rural to Town House (A2.5)
• Approved rezoning of 6275 Siegen Lane from Light Industrial (M1) to Heavy Commercial One (HC1)
• Approved rezoning of 8178 Innovation Park Drive from Rural to Heavy Commercial One (HC1)
• Approved rezoning of 1003 Bob Pettit Boulevard from Light Commercial (C1) to Commercial Alcoholic Beverage Two (C-AB-2)
• Deferred the 350 acre Goidie House Kizer Property proposal on Old Scenic Highway to August 16

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved several commercial rezoning requests and residential development plans. The commission denied a rezoning request for 11324 Granberry Street and 641-661 Dove Street. Two items regarding Old Scenic Highway were deferred for 30 days.

• Approved rezoning to Town House (A2.5) and townhouse subdivision at 3205-3215 Jones Creek Road (5-2)
• Approved rezoning to Heavy Commercial One (HC1) at 6275 Siegen Lane (7-0)
• Approved rezoning to Heavy Commercial One (HC1) at 8178 Innovation Park Drive (7-0)
• Approved rezoning to Heavy Commercial One (HC1) at 2944 Crater Lake Drive (7-0)
• Approved rezoning to Heavy Commercial One (HC1) at 10217 Mammoth Avenue (7-0)
• Approved rezoning to Commercial Alcoholic Beverage (bar and lounge) at 1003 Bob Pettit Boulevard (7-0)
• Denied rezoning to Rural at 11324 Granberry Street (7-0)
• Denied rezoning to Neighborhood Commercial at 641 and 661 Dove Street (7-0)

Employee's Retirement System Board of Trustees

The Election Committee of the Employees' Retirement System Board of Trustees will meet to adopt rules for the election of a police representative and take any related actions. The agenda is procedural, with no substantive policy decisions or financial items.

• Adopt rules for the Police Representative Election
• Take any action necessary relative to this election

The Election Committee approved a revised calendar for the Police Representative election after no nominations were received by the original June 18 deadline. The new nomination deadline is set for July 30.

• Approved revised calendar of procedures for Police Representative election

Employee's Retirement System Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees is meeting to discuss potential changes to the retirement ordinance regarding tax qualification requirements with tax counsel and an actuary. The meeting also includes administrative matters and necessary actions related to these discussions.

• Discussion on possible retirement ordinance changes relative to tax qualification requirements

The Board discussed potential amendments to retirement ordinances to ensure compliance with IRS tax qualification requirements, specifically regarding members who return to work while drawing pensions. No final changes were adopted during the meeting.

• Tabled decision on return-to-work ordinance changes until July 29, 2021

Alcoholic Beverage Control Board

The Alcoholic Beverage Control Board voted to sustain opposition against a liquor license for Pure Nightclub. The board also approved several permanent licenses and extended a temporary suspension for Capital Park Bar & Grill.

• Sustained opposition to Class A Beer & Liquor license for Dior Entertainment LLC d/b/a Pure Nightclub (4-1)
• Approved permanent Class A & Restaurant license for City Pork Catering of Louisiana LLC
• Approved Class A Beer & Liquor license for 190 Octane Retail LLC d/b/a New Orleans Original Daiquiris
• Approved Class A Caterer Permit (Beer & Liquor) for All Star Catering LLC
• Approved Class A Caterer Permit (Beer & Liquor) for City Pork Catering of Louisiana LLC
• Extended temporary suspension of Capital Park Bar & Grill LLC until August 12, 2021
• Recognized payment of citation #4475 as guilt for Circle K Stores Inc. #2707650
• Deferred hearing for citation #4476 issued to Race Trac Petroleum Inc. #360 until July 22, 2021

Historic Preservation Committee

The Historic Preservation Commission held public hearings regarding the Beauregard Town area. The body voted to defer decisions on both the design guidelines and the local historic district designation for 60 days.

• Deferral of Historic Beauregard Town Design Guidelines (6-0 vote)
• Deferral of HD-1-21 Beauregard Town Local Historic District

The Historic Preservation Commission deferred two items regarding Beauregard Town to the September 8 meeting. This delay was intended to allow residents and property owners more time to review materials.

• Approved June 9, 2021 minutes (5-0)
• Deferred Historic Beauregard Town Design Guidelines for 60 days (6-0)
• Deferred HD-1-21 Beauregard Town Local Historic District for 60 days

Metro Board of Adjustment

The Metropolitan Board of Adjustment is meeting to consider several variance and exception requests regarding the Unified Development Code. Most requests involve reducing yard setbacks to allow for the construction of townhouses, home additions, or accessory structures.

• Multiple requests for 5704-5734 Goodwood Crossing Ln to reduce rear and side setbacks for townhouses
• Request for 17541 Martin Lake Dr to reduce left and right side setbacks from 8 feet to 5 feet
• Request for 2956 Torrance Dr to reduce rear setback from 25 feet to 15 feet for a home addition
• Request for 8763 W Fairway Dr for a 1,199 sq. ft. accessory structure and setback reductions
• Request for 325 LSU Ave to reduce rear setback from 25 feet to 5 feet 6 inches for a new residence

The Metropolitan Board of Adjustment approved five requests for variances and exceptions regarding yard setbacks and accessory structures. One request for an accessory structure at 6613 Pikes Ln was deferred to the August meeting.

• Approved June 14, 2021 minutes (3-0)
• Approved side yard setback reduction from 8 to 5 feet at 17541 Martin Lake Dr. left side (3-0)
• Approved side yard setback reduction from 8 to 5 feet at 17541 Martin Lake Dr. right side (3-0)
• Approved rear yard setback reduction from 25 to 15 feet at 2956 Torrance Dr. (3-0)
• Approved exception for accessory structure distance and front yard setback reduction from 25 to 10 feet at 8763 W Fairway Dr. (3-0)
• Approved front yard setback reduction from 25 feet to 5 feet 6 inches at 325 LSU Ave. (3-0)
• Deferred accessory structure request at 6613 Pikes Ln. to August meeting

Personnel Board

The Personnel Board will meet to conduct a hearing for Michael Williams of the Environmental department. The board will also review the schedule of upcoming hearings and discuss a hearing request from Joann Kumiega of the Library.

• Personnel Board Hearing: Michael Williams (Environmental)
• Request for Hearing: Joann Kumiega (Library)
• Review of Personnel Board Rules

The board denied a request for a hearing to appeal a suspension for Joann Kumiega of the Library. The board also reviewed upcoming hearing schedules and received updates on several ongoing court proceedings.

• Approved July 8, 2021 meeting agenda
• Approved April 8, 2021 meeting minutes
• Denied hearing request for Joann Kumiega (Library) and upheld suspension (5-0)

Ryan White Advisory Council

The council will discuss medical service waivers, prevention and care plans, and resource allocation. Members are scheduled to vote on telehealth standards and hold elections.

• Vote on Telehealth Standard
• Discussion of CORE Medical Service Waiver
• Review of Integrated Prevention and CARE Plan
• PSRA Protocol discussion
• Council elections

Employee's Retirement System Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will review benefits and drop notification reports, discuss legal matters, and address unfinished business regarding retirement ordinance language. The meeting also includes consideration of a 2021 Supplemental Benefit Payment declaration.

• Discussion of retirement ordinance language amendment regarding age penalty
• Consideration of 2021 Supplemental Benefit Payment (SBP) declaration
• Review of invoices from Law Offices of Akers & Wisbar, LLC and Foster & Foster Actuarial
• Discussion of opinion and follow-up letters from tax counsel Tarcza and Associates

The Board approved the 2021 Supplemental Benefit Payment (SBP) for distribution in September, with estimated costs under $1.5 million. The Board also approved several administrative reports and legal invoices. Discussions regarding retirement ordinance amendments and age penalties were deferred to future meetings.

• Authorized 2021 Supplemental Benefit Payment for eligible members
• Approved Benefits Report
• Approved PGT Benefits Report
• Approved payment for Akers & Wisbar, LLC
• Approved payment for Foster & Foster
• Approved minutes from May 27, 2021 meeting
• Approved minutes from June 11, 2021 Election Committee meeting
• Deferred discussion on retirement ordinance language and age penalties

Alcoholic Beverage Control Board

The Board approved permanent beer and liquor licenses for City Bar and Stop N Shop Grocery. It also ruled on three citations regarding unlicensed employees, including one $500 fine and one deferred hearing with a continued license suspension.

• Approved Class A Beer & Liquor license for Nite Nite LLC d/b/a City Bar (331 3rd Street)
• Approved Class B Beer & Liquor license for Stop N Shop Grocery LLC d/b/a Stop N Shop Grocery (8602 Greenwell Springs Road)
• Recognized Citation #4468 as paid for Fast Stop of Greenwell Springs LLC
• Upheld one violation and suspended a second for GX Louisiana LLC d/b/a Highland Hop In/Circle K; assessed $500 fine
• Deferred Citation #4386 for Capital Park Bar & Grill LLC to July 22, 2021, and continued license suspension
• Approved minutes from June 10, 2021 meeting

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council will hold a regular public meeting on June 23, 2021. The agenda includes only procedural items and public comment periods. No specific ordinances, resolutions, or financial items are detailed in the provided text.

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council meeting includes the introduction of various legislative items for public hearing on July 28, 2021. Proposed actions include budget amendments, tax levy extensions, and property transfers.

• Appropriation of $2,100,000 for the East Baton Rouge Parish Community Vaccination Center
• Resolution for a special election on November 13, 2021, to extend a library tax levy
• Resolution for a special election on November 13, 2021, to extend a mosquito and rodent control tax levy
• Interagency Agreement with Juvenile Court for $63,468.00 regarding the FINS program
• Settlement of lawsuit 'Jerry Watson, et al. v. State of Louisiana, et al.' for $125,466.50

The Metropolitan Council appropriated $22 million in ARPA funds for drainage improvements, bridge replacement, and cybersecurity. The council also approved several property sales of adjudicated surplus land and awarded multiple infrastructure contracts. Additionally, a 25-year electricity franchise was granted to Dixie Electric Membership Corporation.

• Appropriated $22M ARPA funds for drainage, bridge replacement, and cybersecurity (12-0)
• Approved 25-year electricity franchise for Dixie Electric Membership Corporation (12-0)
• Awarded $2.3M road rehabilitation contract to Material Resources, Inc. (12-0)
• Awarded $545K sewer/storm water cleaning contract to Atakapa Services, LLC (12-0)
• Approved $1.3M budget supplement for May 2021 flood debris collection (12-0)
• Authorized $12,000 settlement for April Phenix auto accident claim (12-0)
• Approved sale of surplus property at Lot 24, Sable Chase to Los Angeles Properties, LLC for $121,000 (12-0)
• Authorized request for Attorney General opinion on council parking fee exemptions (12-0)

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council is reviewing a budget amendment to allocate $22 million from American Rescue Plan Act funds toward drainage improvements, bridge replacement, and cybersecurity. The agenda also includes requests for architectural contracts, healthcare service agreements, and the acceptance of a low bid for road rehabilitation.

• Amending 2021 Annual Operating Budget to appropriate $22 million from ARPA funds for drainage, bridge replacement, and cybersecurity
• Acceptance of $2,309,145.50 low bid from Material Resources, Inc. for parishwide asphaltic surface treatment and crack seal
• Agreement with Street Collaborative, LLC for up to $82,800.00 for EBRP Miscellaneous Branch Library renovations
• Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with Metro Health Education, Inc. to provide healthcare services at Leo S. Butler Community Center
• Fifth Amended and Restated Medicaid Supplemental Payment agreement with Louisiana Ambulance Alliance, Inc.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission decided on multiple zoning changes, including approvals for alcoholic beverage establishments and residential developments. Several other items were deferred to July 19 or withdrawn by applicants.

• Approved rezoning to Commercial Alcoholic Beverage (bar and lounge) at 930 O’Neal Lane, Suite 3
• Approved rezoning to Commercial Alcoholic Beverage (restaurant) at 257 Lee Drive, Suite O and 250 South Foster Drive
• Approved Comprehensive Land Use Plan amendment from Agricultural/Rural to Residential Neighborhood at 10146 South Vignes Road
• Denied Comprehensive Land Use Plan amendment from Agricultural/Rural to Residential Neighborhood at 18500-18600 Old Scenic Highway
• Approved rezoning from Light Industrial to Limited Residential at 1100-1200 Myrtle Street and High Density Multi-Family Residential at 1419 Julia Street

The Commission approved several rezoning requests for alcoholic beverage establishments and residential developments. A high-density mixed-use project at @Highland was approved despite 216 messages of opposition. One request to amend the land use plan for residential use on Old Scenic Highway was denied.

• Approved SPUD-1-21 @Highland mixed-use development (5-4)
• Denied PA-6-21 land use amendment for 18500-18600 Old Scenic Highway (7-2)
• Approved PA-9-21 land use amendment for 10146 South Vignes Road (9-0)
• Approved rezoning for 930 O’Neal Lane, 257 Lee Drive, and 250 South Foster Drive to alcoholic beverage uses (9-0)
• Approved rezoning for 1100-1200 Myrtle Street and 1419 Julia Street to residential (9-0)
• Approved PUD-17-06 and PUD-1-20 Great Hearts School development plans (7-0)
• Approved CS-3-21 West Paul Tract and CS-4-21 Foster Place subdivisions (8-0 and 9-0)
• Approved text amendment regarding setbacks for front-loaded garages or carports (9-0)

Complete Streets Citizen Advisory Committee

The Complete Streets Advisory Committee will meet via video conference due to a lack of quorum from COVID-19. They will discuss transportation updates from MovEBR, a Bicycle Friendly Community application due August 5, and implementation of the East Baton Rouge Pedestrian/Bicycle Master Plan. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and public comment.

• MovEBR and other transportation updates from Transportation and Drainage
• Bicycle Friendly Community 4-year application due August 5
• EBR Ped/Bike Masterplan implementation updates
• Approval of minutes from May 20, 2021
• Certification of inability to operate due to lack of quorum under COVID-19 proclamations

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council held public hearings to review various land use plan amendments, rezoning requests, and updates to city ordinances. While some items regarding Old Scenic Highway were deferred, the Council approved changes related to signage, street cross sections, and floodplain protections.

• Approval of rezoning 17920 and 17960 Old Perkins Road East from Residential to Employment Center
• Approval of rezoning 6033 North Foster Drive from Transition (B1) to Heavy Commercial One (HC1)
• Amendment to Chapter 16 regarding signage dimensional standards and temporary signs
• Amendment to Appendix J to add new street cross sections for green infrastructure
• Deferral of land use amendments for 18500-18600 Old Scenic Highway and 15694/15696 Old Scenic Highway

The Metropolitan Council approved comprehensive new regulations for signage, street cross sections, and floodplain management. Several zoning changes were approved, while four land-use and rezoning proposals were deferred to July 21, 2021.

• Adopted Ordinance 18148 updating sign dimensional standards and licensing (11-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 18149 adding new street cross sections for green infrastructure (11-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 18150 revising floodplain and water quality regulations (11-0)
• Rezoned North Foster Drive property from Transition (B1) to Heavy Commercial One (HC1) (11-0)
• Rezoned West Roosevelt Street properties from General Residential (A4) to Neighborhood Commercial (NC) (11-0)
• Rezoned Goodwood Boulevard property from Single Family Residential (A1) to Limited Residential (A3.1) (11-0)
• Rezoned Nicholson Drive property to Commercial Alcoholic Beverage (Bar and Lounge) (C-AB-2) (11-0)
• Deferred PA-6-21, PA-7-21, PA-8-21, and Case 24-21 to July 21, 2021 (10-0)

Metropolitan Council

This is a public notice for a Metropolitan Council zoning meeting on June 16, 2021. The provided text only contains meeting logistics and public comment procedures; no specific agenda items are included. The meeting is a zoning public hearing, but the actual items to be considered are not listed in this document.

Metro Board of Adjustment

The Metropolitan Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to consider five requests for exceptions or variances to the Unified Development Code. Items include an outdoor kitchen, reduced front and rear yard setbacks, and a reduced setback for a front-loaded garage. The board will also approve prior meeting minutes and introduce a new member.

• 2355 Dogwood Ave: exception to allow outdoor kitchen in A1 zoning
• 1612 Rosemont Dr: variance to reduce front setback from 25 ft to 15 ft for a front-facing garage
• 4912 Rapidan Dr: variance to reduce rear setback from 25 ft to 7 ft 3 in
• 3256 Fritchie Dr: variance to reduce rear setback from 25 ft to 11 ft
• 5868 S Pollard Pkwy: variance to reduce garage setback from 25 ft to 15 ft from public right-of-way

The Metropolitan Board of Adjustment approved several requests for setbacks and exceptions to the Unified Development Code. These decisions allow for the construction of an outdoor kitchen, a garage, a camper cover, a home addition, and a carport.

• Approved May 10, 2021 minutes (4-0)
• Approved exception for outdoor kitchen at 2355 Dogwood Ave (4-0)
• Approved front yard setback reduction to 15 feet for garage at 1612 Rosemont Dr (3-1)
• Approved rear yard setback reduction to 7 feet 3 inches for camper cover at 4912 Rapidan Dr (3-1)
• Approved rear yard setback reduction to 11 feet for home addition at 3256 Fritchie Dr (4-0)
• Approved front yard setback reduction to 15 feet for carport at 5868 S. Pollard Pkwy (4-0)

Employee's Retirement System Board of Trustees

The Election Committee of the Retirement Board of Trustees will meet to elect a chair, adopt election rules for the police representative, and appoint a committee representative to carry out the election process. The agenda is entirely procedural with no specific candidates or rule details provided.

• Election of a committee chair
• Adoption of rules for the police representative election
• Appointment of a committee representative to execute the election process

The Election Committee established the process and timeline for the Police Representative election, including a three-week mail-in voting period. The committee appointed a representative to manage the process and determined how terms of office will be reflected on ballots.

• Elected Mr. Bernard as Election Committee Chairman
• Approved drafting nomination forms and ballots to separately reflect the unexpired term and a new 4-year term
• Appointed Mr. Russell Smith as Election Committee representative to carry out the election process

Personnel Board

The Personnel Board will conduct a regular meeting on June 10, 2021. The agenda includes an update on court proceedings and a scheduled hearing regarding John Herring, Sr. of the Environmental department.

• Personnel Board Hearing: John Herring, Sr. (Environmental)

Ryan White Advisory Council

The council is meeting to review reports from the Ryan White Part A Recipient and discuss service standards. The body will address contract amendments and updates to housing and telehealth services.

• FPL increasing to 500% LA HAP
• Two contract amendments
• HOPWA update
• Telehealth standards
• Satisfaction survey

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council will hold a regular meeting on June 9, 2021, starting with presentations/recognitions at 3:30 PM, followed by consideration of items on the attached agenda at 4:00 PM. The provided text does not list specific agenda items, only procedural details and public comment instructions.

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council will introduce a budget supplement to appropriate $22 million from American Rescue Plan Act funds for drainage improvements, the Alphonse Forbes bridge replacement, cybersecurity, and related engineering. A public hearing is set for June 23, 2021. The council will also appoint Joseph Entrement to the East Baton Rouge Parish Communications District Board of Commissioners to replace retired Fire Chief Ed Smith.

• Appropriate $22 million from ARPA Local Fiscal Recovery Funds for drainage improvements, Alphonse Forbes bridge replacement, cybersecurity, and engineering (Budget Supplement 8850)
• Appoint Joseph Entrement (designated by Interim Chief Major) to the Communications District Board of Commissioners

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council will introduce and set public hearings for June 23 on numerous items, including a $1.3 million budget supplement for flood debris collection from the May 2021 flood, a $743,017 FAA grant for airport runway lighting upgrades, and a $4.4 million workforce grant. Several property condemnations and settlements for police-related auto accident claims are also on the agenda.

• $1,300,000 budget supplement for May 2021 flood debris collection and monitoring
• $743,017 FAA grant to replace runway lighting systems at Baton Rouge Airport
• $4,388,834 EmployBR workforce grant from Louisiana Workforce Commission
• $439,512 settlement with Richard's Disposal for overpaid tipping fees at North Landfill
• 25-year franchise agreement renewal with Dixie Electric Membership Corporation

The Metropolitan Council approved the issuance of $29.3M in Taxable Refunding Bonds, Series 2021, to refinance previous debt. The council also approved several property condemnations and authorized multiple infrastructure and grant-funded projects.

• Approved $29.3M Taxable Refunding Bonds, Series 2021 (11-0)
• Approved $1.28M bridge replacement contract for Guinn Construction, LLC (11-0)
• Ordered demolition of properties at 6170 Dutton Ave, 7076 Perimeter Dr, 1122 North 49th St, 2533 North St, and 4066 North Foster Dr (11-0)
• Approved $341,927 for Pride Fire Protection District to replace a 1986 pumper truck (11-0)
• Authorized $1.44M American Rescue Plan funding for Head Start Program (11-0)
• Approved special elections for Fire Protection Districts 5 and 6 on Nov 13, 2021 (11-0)
• Appointed Parry M. Thomas to CATS Board of Commissioners (11-0)
• Approved $187,609 change order for River Center Theatre improvements (11-0)

Historic Preservation Committee

The commission voted on four historic preservation cases. Three were approved, and one was deferred for 60 days with conditions for cleanup and repairs. The meeting also included roll call, approval of previous minutes, and staff and commission updates.

• HPC-7-21: 832 Europe Street — motion to defer for 60 days, with 30 days to clean yard, secure windows and roof, and 60 days to provide scope of work on other repairs (4-0)
• HPC-8-21: 721 North Street — motion to approve (4-0)
• HPC-9-21: 637 Lucilla Lane — motion to approve (4-0)
• Approval of minutes from May 12, 2021 (4-0)

The commission approved requests for 721 North Street and 637 Lucilla Lane. A request for 32 Europe Street was deferred to allow the applicant time to secure the property and provide a scope of work. The commission also approved the May 12, 2021, meeting minutes.

• Approved May 12, 2021 minutes (4-0)
• Deferred 32 Europe Street for 60 days (4-0)
• Approved 721 North Street (4-0)
• Approved 637 Lucilla Lane (4-0)

Mosquito Abatement & Rodent Control Board

The East Baton Rouge Parish Mosquito Abatement and Rodent Control District No. 1 is holding a special meeting. The board will discuss the Director's salary.

• Discussion of Director's salary

Employee's Retirement System Board of Trustees

The board will discuss a proposed amendment to retirement ordinance language regarding age penalties, deferred from the April 29 meeting. They will also receive presentations on the January 1, 2021 actuarial valuation and GASB 67/68 reports for both the CPERS trust and the Police Guarantee Trust. Several reports and invoices are listed as 'none' or for receipt only.

• Discussion of retirement ordinance amendment on age penalty (deferred from April 29)
• Presentation of January 1, 2021 CPERS actuarial valuation by Foster & Foster
• Presentation of GASB Statements 67 and 68 report for CPERS Trust
• Presentation of January 1, 2021 PGT actuarial valuation by Foster & Foster
• Presentation of GASB Statements 67 and 68 report for PGT Trust

The Board approved the 2022 employer contribution rate for CPERS and accepted the PGT actuarial report. Members also approved legal fee terms for the GreenSky litigation and a billing rate increase for legal counsel. Discussions regarding retiree return-to-work ordinances were deferred for further tax counsel opinion.

• Adopted 36.5% employer contribution rate for calendar year 2022
• Approved January 1, 2021 CPERS Actuarial Valuation
• Received PGT actuarial report as presented
• Approved attorney fee terms for GreenSky litigation settlement
• Approved Akers & Wisbar billing rate increase to $240 per hour effective Jan 1, 2022
• Approved payment for Akers & Wisbar, LLC and Tarcza and Associates, LLC invoices
• Approved CPERS and PGT Benefits Reports
• Forwarded return-to-work ordinance documents to Bob Tarcza for opinion on minimum IRS requirements

Alcoholic Beverage Control Board

The board approved a permanent Class B Beer & Liquor license for La Farmacia Ideal LLC. The board also adopted the minutes from the May 13, 2021 meeting.

• Approved May 13, 2021 meeting minutes
• Approved Class B Beer & Liquor license for La Farmacia Ideal LLC d/b/a City Mart at 9301 Burbank Drive

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council will hold a regular public meeting and public hearing to conduct presentations, recognitions, and consider items on the attached agenda. The session includes two parts, beginning with presentations at 3:30 P.M. followed by consideration of agenda items at 4:00 P.M.

• Presentations and recognitions
• Consideration of items on the attached agenda

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council is introducing several budget amendments, bond issues, and land acquisition authorizations. The meeting includes introductions for fire district special elections and numerous property condemnation and adjudication requests.

• Appropriating up to $31,000,000 from City of Baton Rouge Taxable Refunding Bond Issue Series 2021
• Proposed $341,927 for Pride Fire Protection District to replace a 1986 pumper truck
• Special election proposals for East Side Fire Protection District No. 5 and Fire Protection District 6 regarding $32 annual service fees and a 15-mill property tax
• Grant agreements totaling approximately $3,257,954 for CARES Act funds (CDBG-CV, ESG-CV, and HOPWA-CV)
• Land acquisition authorizations for LA Highway 64 Regional Pump Station, Pump Station 45, and Pump Station 299

The Metropolitan Council awarded a contract to Sienna Construction, L.L.C. for an EMS vehicle storage and maintenance building. The council also authorized budget amendments for approximately $29.16M in COVID-19 emergency rental assistance. Additionally, several adjudicated properties were declared surplus and approved for sale.

• Awarded EMS Headquarters Phase II contract to Sienna Construction, L.L.C. for $2,882,592.00 (9-0)
• Approved budget amendments for Emergency Rental Assistance Program totaling $29,159,566.77 (9-0)
• Approved 5-year property tax abatement for Mercantile Holdings, LLC estimated at $5,216.00 per year (12-0)
• Appointed Dr. Michael Becker as Director of the Mosquito Abatement and Rodent Control District (8-1)
• Appointed Gabriel Vicknair as Interim Director of the Downtown Development District (11-0)
• Approved lease of 3.379 acre tract to East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff's Office for $27,965.53 per year (12-0)
• Adopted condemnation orders for properties at 5635 North Foster Dr., 4631 Packard St., 1677 North 41st St., 1809 Fairchild St., 958 Progress St., 4965 Packard St., and 630 N. 32nd St. (12-0)
• Approved sale of surplus adjudicated properties including Lot 5 Lorente Town to Robins Rentals, LLC for $26,500.00 (8-0)

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council is reviewing the acceptance of the low bid for the EMS Headquarters Phase II project. This involves the construction of a vehicle storage and maintenance building.

• Low bid of $2,882,592.00 from Sienna Construction, L.L.C. for Project 21-ASC-CP-1286

Complete Streets Citizen Advisory Committee

The committee is meeting to review transportation updates and the implementation of the EBR Ped/Bike Masterplan. The session includes a review of a new committee webpage and staff updates.

• MovEBR and transportation updates
• EBR Ped/Bike Masterplan Implementation
• New EBR Complete Streets Committee webpage

The committee approved the March 18, 2021, meeting minutes. Members discussed city-parish code changes and the implementation of the EBR Ped/Bike Masterplan. A subcommittee was created to analyze project prioritization.

• Approved March 18, 2021 minutes (12-0)
• Formed subcommittee for pedestrian/bike project prioritization (Hoffman-Sayal, Mitchell, and Martin)

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council holds public hearings on six zoning and land-use items, including a right-of-way revocation, a land-use plan amendment, and four rezoning requests. All items have received planning staff recommendations and commission approvals.

• Revocation of a 30x30 ft right-of-way on South Eugene Street (Kleinert Terrace)
• Land-use plan amendment from Industrial to Commercial at 10319 Mammoth Avenue
• Rezoning from Light Industrial (M1) to Heavy Commercial One (HC1) at 10319 Mammoth Avenue
• Rezoning from Rural to Heavy Commercial One (HC1) at 11135 Airline Highway
• Rezoning from Heavy Commercial (C2) to Heavy Commercial Two (HC2) at 16560 and 16590 Commercial Avenue

The Metropolitan Council held a zoning session and approved six ordinances. These actions included rezoning properties for commercial and alcoholic beverage use, amending land use plans for an employment center, and revoking a small portion of a public right-of-way.

• Approved Ordinance 18121 to revoke a 30x30 foot right-of-way on South Eugene Street (9-0)
• Approved Ordinance 18122 to change land use from Industrial to Employment Center north of Mammoth Avenue (9-0)
• Approved Ordinance 18123 to change land use from Industrial to Employment Center north of Mammoth Avenue (9-0)
• Approved Ordinance 18124 to rezone property north of Airline Highway from Rural to Heavy Commercial One (HC1) (9-0)
• Approved Ordinance 18125 to rezone property south of Commercial Avenue from Heavy Commercial (C2) to Heavy Commercial Two (HC2) (9-0)
• Approved Ordinance 18126 to rezone property south of Greenwood Drive from Light Industrial (M1) to Commercial Alcoholic Beverage (CAB-1) (9-0)

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council is holding a public meeting and hearing to consider zoning items. The agenda provided consists of the official public notice and procedural instructions for public comment.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission decided on several rezoning requests and amendments to the Unified Development Code. The body approved updates to sign dimensional standards and street cross sections to incorporate green infrastructure.

• Approved TA-1-21 to revise Chapter 16 regarding sign dimensional standards and temporary signs
• Approved TA-2-21 to add street cross sections to Appendix J for green infrastructure
• Approved rezoning of 17920 and 17960 Old Perkins Road East to Light Commercial Three (LC3)
• Denied rezoning of 535 and 531 North Eugene Street to Neighborhood Commercial (NC)
• Approved final development plan for a McDonald's with drive-through south of Burbank Drive

The Planning Commission approved several rezoning requests, including a light commercial change on Old Perkins Road East and a restaurant use on Greenwood Drive. The commission also approved amendments to sign standards and street cross sections. One rezoning request for North Eugene Street was denied.

• Approved rezoning 17920-17960 Old Perkins Road East to Employment Center and Light Commercial Three (7-0)
• Approved TA-1-21 revising Chapter 16 Sign standards (7-0)
• Approved TA-2-21 adding green infrastructure to Appendix J Street Cross Sections (7-0)
• Denied rezoning 535-531 North Eugene Street to Neighborhood Commercial (7-0)
• Approved rezoning 6033 North Foster Drive to Heavy Commercial One (7-0)
• Approved rezoning 8833 Goodwood Boulevard to Limited Residential (6-0)
• Approved rezoning 2834 Greenwood Drive to Commercial Alcoholic Beverage restaurant (7-0)
• Approved S-3-21 Jessie Crawford Tract major subdivision (7-0)

Personnel Board

The Personnel Board will meet to conduct administrative business and review the schedule of upcoming hearings. The agenda includes a new job specification for a Content Area Specialist and a hearing request for Cynthia Tally.

• New Job Specification - Content Area Specialist (DHDS)
• Request for Hearing - Cynthia Tally (DHDS)

Alcoholic Beverage Control Board

The board approved several Notice of Intent applications and permanent license requests for businesses across the city and parish. These actions allow various catering, restaurant, and retail locations to proceed with beer and liquor sales.

• Approved Class A Catering license for All Star Catering LLC (8235 Florida Blvd.)
• Approved Class A Beer & Liquor license for Angie B’s LLC (6224 Plank Road Suite C)
• Approved Class A Beer & Liquor license for Nite Nite LLC d/b/a City Bar (331 3rd Street)
• Approved Class A Beer & Liquor license for City Pork of Perkins LLC (18143 Perkins Road)
• Approved Class A Beer & Liquor license for BR Guest #2 LLC d/b/a Lit Pizza (9850 Sullivan Road Suite E)
• Approved permanent Class A & Restaurant license for Cracker Barrel #152 (10250 Plaza American Drive)
• Approved permanent Class A & Restaurant license for Golden Corral #996 (13606 Millerville Greens Blvd.)
• Approved permanent Class B Beer and Beer & Liquor licenses for Capital Grocery and Fast Stop

Ryan White Advisory Council

The council will review reports from the Ryan White Part A Recipient regarding subrecipient amendments and a federal site visit. The agenda also includes discussions on meeting times, TeleMed/TeleHealth standards, and committee updates.

• Subrecipient Amendments report
• Federal Site Visit report
• Meeting Time Review
• TeleMed/TeleHealth Standard discussion
• Committee updates

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council will hold a regular public meeting and public hearing on May 12, 2021. The agenda consists of procedural notices and scheduling for presentations and council business.

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council is introducing several items for future public hearings, including numerous infrastructure contracts for MOVEBR projects and property condemnation requests. The body is also considering legal service contracts and property tax abatements.

• Introduction of 7 property condemnation requests, including 1809 Fairchild Street and 958 Progress Street
• Proposed contract for MOVEBR Perkins Road appraisal review services with The Lakvold Group, LLC not to exceed $251,900.00
• Proposed contract for MOVEBR traffic signal installation inspection with MEL, Inc. not to exceed $205,000.00
• Proposed five-year property tax abatement for Mercantile Holdings, LLC at 3622 Government Street estimated at $23,886
• Proposed legal services contract with Keller and Heckman LLP for communication matters not to exceed $42,712.50

The Metropolitan Council established an advisory committee to recommend the renaming or honorary designation of up to five public streets. The council also approved several legal settlements, property condemnations, and a $4.9M renovation contract.

• Created advisory committee for street renaming recommendations (12-0)
• Awarded $4.939M renovation contract for Dept. of Environmental Services to Blount General Contractor, L.L.C. (12-0)
• Approved $5M appropriation for EMS Medicaid reimbursement program (12-0)
• Approved $478,280 appropriation for Brownsfield Fire Station #71 construction (12-0)
• Granted 5-year property tax abatement for La Hermana Mayor, LLC at 451 Florida Street (12-0)
• Ordered demolition of properties at 5316 Glen Oaks Dr., 3226 Evangeline St., 216 Evergreen Dr., and 1839 Oregon St. (12-0)
• Authorized $230,276.50 settlement for Karondia Harold, et al v. Matthew Hurley, et al (12-0)
• Reappointed Candace Temple to the Library Board of Control (12-0)

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council introduced four administrative matters for public hearing on May 26, 2021. These include a $2,018,024 budget amendment for CARES Act CDBG funds, an appointment of a director for the Mosquito Abatement and Rodent Control District from a list of three entomologists, authorization for the Harveston Economic Development District chairman to enter a cooperative endeavor agreement, and concurrence in the appointment of Gabriel Vicknair as interim director of the Downtown Development District.

• 21-00671: Amending Resolution 55481 to allocate $2,018,024 in CARES Act CDBG funds
• 21-00670: Appointing a director for the Mosquito Abatement and Rodent Control District from three qualified entomologists
• 21-00672: Concurring in appointment of Gabriel Vicknair as interim director of the Downtown Development District, effective June 5, 2021
• 21-00669: Authorizing chairman of Harveston Economic Development District to enter a cooperative endeavor agreement with the state and developer

Historic Preservation Committee

The Historic Preservation Commission held public hearings on several items. The main action was a 5-0 vote to defer a review of 832 Europe Street for 30 days. The commission also approved minutes from March 10, 2021, and a proclamation for Preservation Month.

• HPC-7-21 832 Europe Street: motion to defer for 30 days carried, 5-0
• HPC-8-21 627 Lucilla Lane: deferred to June 9, 2021
• Approval of minutes (March 10, 2021): motion carried, 4-0
• Preservation Month: motion to approve proclamation carried, 5-0

The commission approved the minutes from the March 10, 2020 meeting. A decision regarding 832 Europe Street was deferred for 30 days to allow for more materials. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved March 10, 2020 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Deferred 832 Europe Street case for 30 days (4-0)

Metro Board of Adjustment

The Metropolitan Board of Adjustment is meeting to consider several requests for variances to the Unified Development Code. Most requests involve reducing rear or side yard setbacks to allow for home additions, accessory structures, or pavilions.

• 4912 Rapidan Dr: request to reduce rear setback from 25 feet to 7 feet 3 inches
• 15233 Lockett Ln: request to reduce rear setback to 19 feet for an outdoor pavilion with enclosed bath
• 10358 Rustic Oak Dr: request to reduce rear setback to 8 feet for a residential accessory structure
• 1722 Carl Ave: request to reduce rear setback to 8 feet 7 inches for a home addition
• 13574 Minou Ave: request for an exception to allow a wooden fence to be 9 feet and 10 feet tall

The Board approved six variance requests for residential additions, accessory structures, and a privacy fence. Two requests were deferred to the June meeting.

• Approved April 12, 2021 Minutes (3-0)
• Deferred variance for 4912 Rapidan Dr. to June meeting (3-0)
• Approved rear yard setback variance for 15233 Lockett Ln. (3-0)
• Approved rear yard setback variance for 17935 Prestwick Ave. (3-0)
• Approved rear yard setback variance for 10358 Rustic Oak Dr. (3-0)
• Approved rear setback variance for 1722 Carl Ave. (3-0)
• Approved rear yard setback variance for 525 Magnolia Wood Ave. (3-0)
• Deferred rear and side yard setback variances for 3256 Fritchie Dr. to June meeting (3-0)

Employee's Retirement System Board of Trustees

The Investment Committee of the City of Baton Rouge and Parish of East Baton Rouge Employees’ Retirement System will meet to review 2021 first quarter performance. The board will also discuss real estate contract negotiations and an emerging markets equity allocation peer review.

• First Quarter 2021 investment performance review for CPERS and PGT by ANDCO
• Update on Real Estate Core-Plus allocation contract negotiations
• Peer review of Segal Bryant Hamill emerging markets equity allocation

The Investment Committee reviewed first quarter 2021 performance for CPERS and PGT, noting a total fund composite return of 3.08 percent. The committee discussed a peer review of emerging markets managers and decided to keep Segall Bryant & Hamill on watch. No formal votes on fund allocations or contract changes were recorded.

• Kept Segall Bryant & Hamill on watch for future review in August
• Adjourned meeting at 11:37 a.m.

Mosquito Abatement & Rodent Control Board

The board holds a special meeting to interview Dr. Pari Pachamuthu of Katy, Texas for the director's position. The candidate will give a presentation followed by a Q&A session. A facility tour and staff introductions were held earlier.

• Interview of Dr. Pari Pachamuthu for director position
• Candidate presentation from 12:00 noon to 12:30 pm
• Questions and Answers session after presentation
• Facility tour and introduction to staff supervisors conducted earlier

Employee's Retirement System Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will review disability applications, including Cornelius Moore, and discuss amendments to retirement ordinance language regarding age penalties. The meeting also includes reviews of benefits reports, consultant reports, and various staff invoices.

• Disability application/interview for Cornelius Moore
• Discussion of retirement ordinance language amendment regarding age penalty
• Review of 2020 CPERS audit compliance questionnaire
• Discussion of retirement board medical consultant resignation and replacement process
• Review of invoices from Law Offices of Akers & Wisbar, LLC and Tarcza & Associates, LLC

The Board approved a permanent contract for medical consultant Dr. Rubin Patel and granted a disability retirement application for Cornelius Moore. Members also approved several benefit reports, legal invoices, and the 2020 CPERS audit compliance questionnaire.

• Approved ordinary disability application for Mr. Cornelius Moore
• Approved permanent contract for medical consultant Dr. Rubin Patel
• Approved Benefits Report
• Approved PGT Benefits Report
• Approved Louisiana Compliance Questionnaire for 2020 CPERS Audit
• Approved payment for Akers & Wisbar, LLC
• Approved payment for Tarcza and Associates, LLC
• Deferred discussion on tax counsel opinion letter and follow-up to May meeting

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council is reviewing a five-year property tax abatement for La Hermana Mayor, LLC. The Council is also considering authorization for the EMS Department to purchase five ambulance chassis outside of annual contracts.

• Five-year property tax abatement estimated at $879,675.84 for 451 Florida Street
• Purchase of five chassis for ambulance remounts by the EMS Department

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council will meet for presentations, recognitions, and to consider agenda items. The document provided is a public notice and does not list specific legislative or contract items for decision.

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council is introducing several budget amendments, legal settlements, and zoning changes for future public hearings. The meeting also includes introductions for numerous property condemnations and adjudicated property bids.

• Proposed $5,000,000 budget amendment for Emergency Medical Services Medicaid reimbursement
• Proposed $478,280 appropriation for Brownsfield Fire Protection District Station #71
• Proposed legal settlements of $230,276.50 (Harold v. Hurley) and $75,334.50 (Roach v. Vaccaro)
• Rezoning requests for 10319 Mammoth Avenue, 11135 Airline Highway, and 2834 Greenwood Drive
• Condemnation introductions for 9 properties, including 3226 Evangeline Street and 1839 Oregon Street

The Metropolitan Council created the Division of Supplier Diversity to increase the use of disadvantaged businesses in public contracts. The body also approved several high-value infrastructure projects, including bike lanes and sewer improvements, and authorized the sale of multiple adjudicated surplus properties.

• Established Division of Supplier Diversity with a 25% overall utilization goal for SEDBs (12-0)
• Approved $1.3M contract to Industrial Enterprises, Inc. for Hyacinth Avenue Bike Lanes (10-0)
• Approved $319,312 contract to Grady Crawford Construction Company, Inc. for Pump Station 142 Improvements (10-0)
• Authorized $1.487M for roof replacement at Raising Cane's River Center (11-0)
• Approved $10.15M grant for flood mitigation to acquire/demolish 25 and elevate 19 structures (10-0)
• Approved sale of surplus property at Lot 106, Donwood Subdivision to Robins Rentals, LLC for $40,000 (9-0)
• Approved sale of surplus property at Lot 27, Perkins South to Robins Rentals, LLC for $68,800 (9-0)
• Reinstated local ordinances regulating the sale of alcoholic beverages (12-0)

Alcoholic Beverage Control Board

The board approved a Class B Beer & Liquor license for Stop N Shop Grocery and a Class A Caterer License for Chow Yum Phat. Additionally, the board dismissed opposition to a Class B Beer & Liquor license for NNN Smoke Shop Inc.

• Approved Class B Beer & Liquor license for Stop N Shop Grocery LLC (8602 Greenwell Springs Road)
• Dismissed opposition to Class B Beer & Liquor license for NNN Smoke Shop Inc. (142 Lee Drive)
• Approved Class A Caterer License for Chow Yum Phat LLC (2363 Hollydale Ave.)
• Approved minutes from December 2020, January 2021, and April 8, 2021 meetings

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council is conducting public hearings to decide on several rezoning requests and the designation of local historic landmarks. The meeting includes proposals for residential development, commercial zoning changes, and land use plan amendments.

• Equestrian Court Residential Development: proposed low density single family lots near Jefferson Highway and Cameron Avenue
• 16465 Pride-Baywood Road: proposed land use change to Neighborhood Center and rezoning to Light Commercial One (LC1)
• 1300-1400 O’Neal Lane: proposed rezoning from Limited Residential (A3.1) to Light Commercial Two (LC2)
• 9945 Airline Highway, Suite C: proposed rezoning to Commercial Alcoholic Beverage (bar and lounge) (C-AB-2)
• Proposed Local Historic Landmark designations for 1344 Terrace Avenue, 1565 Curtis Street, and 502 North Boulevard

The Metropolitan Council denied a proposed low-density residential development at Jefferson Highway and Cameron Avenue. The Council approved several rezoning requests and designated three sites as Local Historic Landmarks.

• Denied ISPUD-4-21 Equestrian Court Residential Development (12-0)
• Approved Ordinance 18087: Changed land use to Neighborhood Center on Pride-Baywood Road (12-0)
• Approved Ordinance 18088: Rezoned Pride-Baywood Road property from Rural to Light Commercial One (LC1) (12-0)
• Approved Ordinance 18089: Rezoned O'Neal Lane property from Limited Residential (A3.1) to Light Commercial Two (LC2) (12-0)
• Approved Ordinance 18090: Rezoned 9945 Airline Hwy from Heavy Commercial (C2) to Commercial Alcoholic Beverage (C-AB-2) (12-0)
• Approved Ordinance 18091: Rezoned Florida Boulevard property from Rural to Light Commercial Three (LC3) (12-0)
• Approved Ordinance 18092: Designated New Ark Baptist Church as Local Historic Landmark (12-0)
• Approved Ordinance 18093: Designated Immaculate Conception Catholic Church as Local Historic Landmark (12-0)

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council is scheduled to hold a zoning public meeting and public hearing on April 21, 2021. The session will consider items listed on the attached agenda and includes provisions for in-person and electronic public comments.

Mosquito Abatement & Rodent Control Board

The Mosquito Abatement and Rodent Control District No. 1 Board of Commissioners is holding a special meeting to interview a candidate for the Director's position. The session includes a presentation by the candidate and a question-and-answer period.

• Interview of candidate Dr. Andre Wilke for Director's position

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission reviewed several zoning changes, subdivision requests, and a historic landmark designation. Some items were approved for further Council action, while others were deferred or withdrawn.

• Rezoning of 10319 Mammoth Avenue from Light Industrial to Heavy Commercial One
• Rezoning of 11135 Airline Highway from Rural to Heavy Commercial One
• Designation of 1344 Terrace Avenue as a Local Historic Landmark
• Approval of Final Development Plan for The RV Shop (Phase 2) on Millerville Road
• Approval of small subdivision SS-3-21 at Loudon Plantation

The Planning Commission approved rezoning for properties on Mammoth Avenue and Airline Highway, as well as a local historic landmark designation. Several subdivision plans and development projects were approved, while others were deferred or withdrawn.

• Approved Comprehensive Land Use Plan amendment for 10319 Mammoth Avenue from Industrial to Commercial (9-0)
• Approved rezoning of 10319 Mammoth Avenue from Light Industrial (M1) to Heavy Commercial One (HC1) (9-0)
• Approved rezoning of 11135 Airline Highway from Rural to Heavy Commercial One (HC1) (9-0)
• Approved Local Historic Landmark designation for 1344 Terrace Avenue (9-0)
• Approved Final Development Plan for The RV Shop (Phase 2) at The Greens at Millerville (9-0)
• Approved small subdivision for Loudon Plantation (9-0)
• Deferred PUD-2-00 McDonald’s (Burbank) Final Development Plan to May 17
• Deferred CUP-1-21 accessory dwelling at Bernard Terrance Addition to May 17

Mosquito Abatement & Rodent Control Board

The East Baton Rouge Parish Mosquito Abatement and Rodent Control District No. 1 is holding a special meeting to interview Dr. Michael Becker for the Director's position. The session includes a candidate presentation and a question-and-answer period.

• Interview of candidate Dr. Michael Becker for Director's position

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council is introducing several items for public hearing on April 28, 2021. These include requests for sales tax rebates, legal settlements, and budget appropriations for a new supplier diversity division and roof replacement at the River Center.

• Proposed $95,149.50 settlement for Shannon Carter v. City of Baton Rouge
• Proposed $35,000 settlement for Clarence and Tanya Green v. City of Baton Rouge
• Proposed $1,487,000 appropriation for a roof replacement at the Raising Cane’s River Center
• Proposed creation of a Division of Supplier Diversity with $260,000 in total funding
• Proposed sales tax rebate for Louisiana Fish Fry Products, Ltd. estimated up to $9,500

The Metropolitan Council authorized the use of over $29 million in federal funds to help households pay rent and utilities due to the pandemic. The body also approved several property sales, a new naming for City Hall Plaza, and various infrastructure contracts. Multiple condemnation proceedings were introduced for future hearings.

• Approved $29,159,567.02 for Emergency Rental Assistance Program (12-0)
• Renamed City Hall Plaza to 'Davis S. Rhorer Plaza' (12-0)
• Approved $2.4M for replacement of aging Police Department vehicles (12-0)
• Approved $31M in Taxable Refunding Bonds, Series 2021 (12-0)
• Approved $184,331.90 contract to 1 Priority Environmental Services, LLC for lead paint abatement (12-0)
• Approved sale of surplus property at Lot 3, Square 294, Lake Park to Weatherly Holdings, LLC for $57,000 (12-0)
• Approved $961,000 contract to The Lemoine Company, LLC for SWWTP Bar Screen Improvements (12-0)
• Approved $229,760 contract to Raygen Services, LLC for airport multiplex generator (12-0)

Metropolitan Council

The council is introducing several administrative matters for public hearing on April 28, including a $29.1M emergency rental assistance program, a $2.24M grant for sewer pump station improvements, and a $3.8M utility relocation agreement for the MOVEBR project. They will also consider emergency items: a lead paint abatement contract for the River Center Theatre, a $244K agreement for vaccination center support, and a $94.5K lawsuit settlement. These items are being expedited due to time sensitivity.

• $29,159,567.02 emergency rental assistance program for COVID-19 relief
• $2,240,000 grant for Pump Station 299 Infrastructure Improvement Project
• $3,804,400 additional for MOVEBR Capacity Project Mall of Louisiana Boulevard utility relocation (total $9,266,400)
• $94,500 settlement in John B. Raby lawsuit
• $244,420 agreement for Community Vaccination Center support personnel

Metropolitan Council

This meeting introduces numerous items for future public hearings, including a $1.49 million roof replacement at Raising Cane's River Center, creation of a Supplier Diversity Division with $260,000, and several lawsuit settlements. Also scheduled are many property condemnation and adjudicated property introductions. No final decisions are made at this meeting.

• Sales tax rebate up to $9,500 for Louisiana Fish Fry Products at 1450 Airway Drive
• Settlement of Shannon Carter lawsuit for $95,149.50
• Creation of Division of Supplier Diversity with $260,000 appropriation
• Roof replacement at Raising Cane's River Center for $1,487,000
• Pay plan amendment allowing enhanced recruiting rates for architect positions

Metro Board of Adjustment

The Metropolitan Board of Adjustment is meeting to consider several requests for variances to the Unified Development Code. Most requests seek to reduce required rear, side, or front yard setbacks for construction and remodeling.

• 7430 Bocage Ct S: request to reduce rear yard setback from 25 feet to 12 feet
• 3360 Morning Glory Ave: request to reduce rear yard setback from 25 feet to 10 feet
• 428 Edison St: request to reduce rear yard setback from 25 feet to 5 feet
• 1880 Ferndale Ave: requests to reduce rear yard setback to 15 feet and side yard to 4 feet
• 2430 Hillsdale Dr: requests to reduce side yard setback to 5 feet and front yard setback to 5 feet

The Board of Adjustment voted on multiple requests to reduce yard setbacks for new construction and additions. Most requests were approved, while one request for an accessory dwelling structure was denied.

• Approved rear yard setback reduction to 21 feet at 7430 Bocage Ct S. (4-0)
• Approved rear yard setback reduction to 10 feet at 3360 Morning Glory Ave. (4-0)
• Denied rear yard setback reduction to 5 feet at 428 Edison St. (4-0)
• Approved side yard setback reduction to 3 feet 6 inches at 3025 Cavelier Dr. (3-1)
• Approved rear setback reduction to 14 feet at 3025 Cavelier Dr. (3-1)
• Approved side and rear yard setback reductions at 1880 Ferndale Ave. (4-0)
• Approved exception to structurally alter non-conforming structure at 142 Kenliworth Pkwy. (4-0)
• Approved side and front yard setback reductions at 2430 Hillsdale Dr. (4-0)

Personnel Board

The Personnel Board holds a regular meeting to approve minutes, review upcoming hearings, and receive an update on court proceedings. The only substantive item is a new job specification for Assistant Public Information Officer.

• New job specification for Assistant Public Information Officer

The Personnel Board approved new job specifications for the Assistant Public Information Director position. The board also reviewed the schedule for upcoming hearings and received updates on several ongoing court proceedings.

• Approved new job specifications for Assistant Public Information Director
• Approved the April 8, 2021 meeting agenda
• Approved the March 11, 2021 meeting minutes

Alcoholic Beverage Control Board

The board approved Notice of Intent applications for three businesses to proceed with liquor licenses and granted one permanent caterer license. The board also approved the minutes from the March 25, 2021 meeting.

• Approved Class A Beer & Liquor license Notice of Intent for Bites and Boards LLC (8201 Village Plaza Ct. Ste 1C)
• Approved Class A Beer & Liquor license Notice of Intent for Blouin’s Famous Jambalaya LLC (14600 Village Center Dr.)
• Approved Class A & Restaurant license Notice of Intent for EDL Groups LLC d/b/a Old Captain Restaurant & Bar (6401 Bluebonnet Blvd. Ste 2058)
• Approved Class A Caterer License for Barco Enterprises Inc. d/b/a The Chimes (3357 Highland Rd.)
• Approved March 25, 2021 meeting minutes

Ryan White Advisory Council

The council will discuss the Ryan White 2021-2022 award and Ending the HIV Epidemic funds. The meeting includes reports on a COVID-19 contract extension and a CORE Medical Service Waiver.

• Ryan White 2021-2022 Award
• Ending the HIV Epidemic Funds
• COVID-19 Contract Extension
• CORE Medical Service Waiver
• Integrated HIV Prevention and Care Plan Guidance

Employee's Retirement System Board of Trustees

The Employees' Retirement System Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting with mostly routine reports and no action items. Notable discussions include the resignation of the medical consultant and replacement process, a tax counsel opinion letter, and a proposed amendment to retirement ordinance language regarding age penalty.

• Discussion of resignation of Retirement Board Medical Consultant and replacement process
• Discussion of opinion letter and follow-up from tax counsel Tarcza and Associates
• Discussion of retirement ordinance language amendment regarding age penalty
• Benefits and DROP notifications reports
• Cash activity report

The Board of Trustees approved the settlement of GreenSky litigation and authorized payments to two law firms. Members also approved the Benefits Report and the Police Guarantee Trust Benefits Report.

• Authorized settlement of GreenSky litigation
• Approved February 25, 2021 meeting minutes
• Approved Benefits Report
• Approved payment to Akers & Wisbar, LLC
• Approved payment to Tarcza and Associates, LLC
• Deferred discussion on Retirement Ordinance age penalty amendment
• Approved PGT Benefits Report

Alcoholic Beverage Control Board

The Alcoholic Beverage Control Board approved several Notice of Intent applications and accountant's reports for beer and liquor licenses. One permanent Class A Beer & Liquor license was also granted.

• Approved Notice of Intent for Class A Beer & Liquor license for Briggs of Sherwood Forest Inc. d/b/a New Orleans Original Daiquiris (3034 S. Sherwood Forest Blvd.)
• Approved Notice of Intent for Class A Beer & Liquor license for Rock Paper Taco Chimes LLC d/b/a Rock Paper Taco (166 W. Chimes Street)
• Approved accountant's report for permanent Class A & Restaurant license for Presad Associates LLC d/b/a Bayleaf Indian Cuisine (5160 S Sherwood Forest Blvd. Suite E)
• Approved accountant's report for permanent Class A & Restaurant license for Leolas Café and Coffee House LLC d/b/a Leolas Café and Coffee House (1857 Government Street)
• Approved permanent Class A Beer & Liquor license for American Queen Steamboat Operating Company LLC d/b/a American Countess (300 S. River Road)
• Approved March 11, 2021 meeting minutes

Metropolitan Council

This is a public notice for a special zoning meeting of the Metropolitan Council, called by Councilman LaMont Cole, Councilwoman Carolyn Coleman, and Councilwoman Laurie Adams. The meeting is scheduled for March 24, 2021, at 3:00 pm. However, the actual agenda items are not included in the provided text; only procedural information and public comment rules are given. No specific decisions or discussions are listed.

• No specific agenda items are provided in the notice.

The Council approved several ordinances to rezone properties for commercial, residential, and warehousing use. It also revoked multiple public servitudes and rights-of-way. One proposed residential development was deferred to April 21, 2021.

• Approved rezoning Florida Blvd property to Commercial Alcoholic Beverage (Restaurant) (11-1)
• Approved PUD revision for Burbank Drive to remove high-density units and add 67 medium-density units (12-0)
• Approved revocation of 10-foot BRWW servitude on Florida Blvd (12-0)
• Approved rezoning Coursey Blvd property to Commercial Alcoholic Beverage (Bar and Lounge) (12-0)
• Approved SPUD revision for Jefferson Highway to allow offices and warehouse (12-0)
• Approved revocation of public all-purpose servitude on Innovation Park Drive (12-0)
• Approved rezoning Jefferson Highway and Bea Drive property to Light Commercial One (12-0)
• Tabled Equestrian Court Residential Development until April 21, 2021 (12-0)

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council will hold a public meeting and hearing to conduct presentations, recognitions, and consider items on the attached agenda. The session includes specific procedures for in-person and electronic public comments.

• Presentations and recognitions
• Public hearing for agenda items

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council Zoning Meeting includes public hearings for various rezoning requests, concept plans, and servitude revocations. Most items involve changes to residential, commercial, or industrial designations across Baton Rouge and East Baton Rouge Parish.

• Rezoning of 3845 Florida Boulevard from Heavy Commercial to Commercial Alcoholic Beverage (Motion failed)
• Pelican Lakes Concept Plan Revision 7 for medium density residential use
• Rezoning of 11575 Coursey Boulevard from restaurant to bar and lounge
• The Office Park at the Reserve Revision 3 for office and warehouse use
• Rezoning of 10225 Jefferson Highway from Single Family Residential to Light Commercial One

Metropolitan Council

This meeting consists primarily of introductions (first readings) of ordinances and resolutions that will be subject to public hearings and final action at later meetings. Key items include setting 2021 property tax millage rates for 24 taxing jurisdictions, authorizing $31 million in refunding bonds, and appropriating $2.4 million for police vehicle replacements. Several zoning changes and settlement claims are also introduced.

• Introduction of 2021 ad valorem tax millage rates for 24 taxing jurisdictions (item 3)
• Authorization of $31,000,000 in Taxable Refunding Bonds, Series 2021 (item 6)
• Appropriation of $2,400,000 from General Fund for replacement of aging Police Department vehicles (item 10)
• Settlement of claims totaling $75,000 for auto accident damages (item 4)
• Rezoning of property at 16465 Pride-Baywood Road from Rural to Light Commercial One (item 35)

The Metropolitan Council awarded several construction contracts, including a major road rehabilitation project and a bridge replacement. The council also approved multiple property condemnations and updated the city-parish pay plan.

• Awarded $4,179,761.27 road rehabilitation contract to R.J. Daigle and Sons Contractors, Inc. (12-0)
• Awarded $1,048,827.75 Bob Pettit Boulevard Bridge replacement contract to Guinn Construction, LLC (12-0)
• Awarded $232,392.63 Peachtree Street Drainage contract to Grady Crawford Construction Co. Inc. (12-0)
• Approved Ordinance 18052 amending the 2021 pay plan and appropriating $2,809,350 (12-0)
• Adopted condemnation orders for properties at 12128 Lazy Oaks Dr, 2962 72nd Ave, 1487 Oriole St, 8244 Mensia Place, 9237 Southern Ave, 9849 Scenic Highway, 4841 Clayton St, 1232 Dare St, 1335 West Garfield St, 1424 Kaufman St, 2261 Virginia St, 324 Veta St, 2365 71st Ave, 2401 Spain St, 2612 Sorrel Ave, and 739 & 741 Cotton St (12-0)
• Approved $3,205,423.03 grant agreement with Urban Restoration Enhancement Corporation for rental assistance (11-0)
• Approved $3,205,423.03 grant agreement with MidCity Redevelopment Alliance for rental assistance (11-0)
• Approved $150,000 appropriation for the East Baton Rouge Parish Coroner’s Office (12-0)

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council will introduce two administrative matters for public hearing on April 14, 2021. One authorizes a $385,000 design contract for Baker Branch Library renovations. The other authorizes an emergency Memorandum of Understanding with LA DOTD to collect Winter Storm Uri debris on state highways.

• $385,000 contract with Cockfield Jackson A Professional Architectural Corporation for Baker Branch Library Renovations Design (Project No. 20-ASD-CP-1237)
• Emergency MOU with LA DOTD to collect Winter Storm Uri debris on state highways in unincorporated East Baton Rouge Parish and within the City of Baton Rouge
• Both items are administrative matters introduced for public hearing on April 14, 2021

Complete Streets Citizen Advisory Committee

The committee will meet via video conference due to COVID-19 quorum restrictions. The agenda includes reviewing the draft Ped/Bike Master Plan Deviation Form and discussing letters of support for the Complete Streets Act.

• Approval of December 17, 2020 minutes
• Review of DRAFT Ped/Bike Master Plan Deviation Form
• Discussion of Letters of Support to Congress on Complete Streets Act
• MovEBR staff updates

The Complete Streets Advisory Committee approved the draft Ped/Bike Master Plan Deviation Form and letters of support for the Complete Streets Act. The committee also approved the 2021 meeting dates and the minutes from December 17, 2020.

• Approved minutes from December 17, 2020 (16-0)
• Approved 2021 meeting dates (16-0)
• Approved draft Ped/Bike Master Plan Deviation Form (16-0)
• Approved amended letters of support to Congress on Complete Streets Act (16-0)

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council Zoning Meeting includes public hearings for various rezoning requests, concept plans, and servitude revocations. The agenda covers residential, commercial, and industrial development proposals across several council districts.

• Rezoning of 3845 Florida Boulevard from Heavy Commercial to Commercial Alcoholic Beverage (Motion failed)
• Pelican Lakes Concept Plan Revision 7 for medium density residential use
• Rezoning of 11575 Coursey Boulevard from restaurant to bar and lounge
• The Office Park at the Reserve Revision 3 for office and warehouse use
• Rezoning of 10225 Jefferson Highway from Single Family Residential to Light Commercial One

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council will hold a zoning public meeting and public hearing on February 17, 2021, starting at 3:30 PM for presentations/recognitions and at 4:00 PM for agenda items. All items on the agenda are public hearing items except those listed as 'Introductions,' which will be open for comment at subsequent meetings. In-person comments will be taken at the River Center Branch Library with masks required, and electronic comments can be submitted online.

• Zoning public hearing on February 17, 2021 at 4:00 PM
• Public comment available in-person at River Center Branch Library or via online form
• Items listed as 'Introductions' deferred for public comment to later meetings

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission reviewed multiple land use amendments, rezonings, and historic landmark designations. Most items were approved by a 6-0 vote, while two subdivision proposals were deferred to April 19.

• Amend Comprehensive Land Use Plan: 9200-9300 Pecue Lane and 16200-16300 Old Perkins Road
• Rezone: 9200-9300 Pecue Lane to Commercial Warehousing Three (CW3)
• Amend Comprehensive Land Use Plan: 16465 Pride-Baywood Road
• Rezone: 16465 Pride-Baywood Road to Light Commercial One (LC1)
• Rezone: 1300-1400 O’Neal Lane to Light Commercial Two (LC2)

The Commission approved several rezoning requests and the designation of two local historic landmarks. Two small subdivision proposals and one historic landmark request were deferred. All approved items passed with 6-0 votes.

• Approved land use change to Employment Center and rezoning to Commercial Warehousing Three for 9200-9300 Pecue Lane/16200-16300 Old Perkins Road (6-0)
• Approved land use change to Neighborhood Center and rezoning to Light Commercial One for 16465 Pride-Baywood Road (6-0)
• Approved rezoning to Light Commercial Two for 1300-1400 O’Neal Lane (6-0)
• Approved rezoning to Commercial Alcoholic Beverage for 9945 Airline Highway, Suite C (6-0)
• Approved rezoning to Light Commercial Three for 17487 Florida Boulevard (6-0)
• Approved local historic landmark designation for 1565 Curtis Street and 502 North Boulevard (6-0)
• Approved small subdivision for S.E. Cooper Property (6-0)
• Deferred historic landmark request for 1344 Terrace Avenue and small subdivisions for Loudon Plantation and Foster Place

Personnel Board

The Personnel Board will hold a regular meeting with public comment, approval of minutes, and updates on court proceedings. The main action item is a request for a hearing from Lisa Mahoney of Environmental Services.

• Request for hearing – Lisa Mahoney (Environmental Services)
• Approval of minutes from February 11, 2021
• Review of upcoming hearing schedule
• Update on court proceedings

The board approved the agenda and the minutes from the February 11, 2021 meeting. The board reviewed upcoming hearings and received updates on pending court proceedings regarding employee appeals.

• Approved March 11, 2021 meeting agenda
• Approved February 11, 2021 meeting minutes

Alcoholic Beverage Control Board

The board approved eight Notice of Intent applications and accountant reports for various businesses to obtain beer and liquor licenses. Two additional permanent licenses were approved. Mr. Tettleton was appointed to the Administrative Committee.

• Approved Class A Beer & Liquor license Notice of Intent for City Pork Catering of Louisiana LLC (2921 Government Street)
• Approved Class B Beer & Liquor license Notice of Intent for K & T Food Mart Inc. (10770 Florida Blvd)
• Approved Class A & Restaurant license Notice of Intent for Kickback Vending LLC (13265 Perkins Road)
• Approved Class A & Restaurant license Notice of Intent for Krab Queenz BR LLC (5260 Corporate Blvd.)
• Approved Class A & Restaurant license Notice of Intent for Pizza Art Wine LLC (7673 Perkins Rd Suite C-1)
• Approved permanent Class A & Restaurant license for The Tacos Place BR LLC (14111 Airline Hwy Suite 125/126)
• Approved permanent Class A & Restaurant license for 5454 Bluebonnet Blvd. LLC d/b/a Cadillac Café (5454 Bluebonnet Blvd.)
• Approved permanent Class A Restaurant license for Gabbywings Enterprise LLC d/b/a Wingstop 1750 (660 Arlington Creek Center Blvd.)

Ryan White Advisory Council

The Baton Rouge Ryan White Advisory Council is meeting to discuss budget allocations with subrecipients and an award for Part A. The council will also receive updates on quality management and committees, and take public comments.

• Budget allocations with subrecipients
• Award for Part A
• Quality management update
• Committees update
• Public comments on HIV services

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council will introduce several items for public hearing at its March 24 meeting, including a $2.8 million pay plan amendment for classified, unclassified, fire, and police employees, and a $150,000 budget supplement for the Coroner's Office. The council will also consider a $605,000 contract for Scotlandville Branch Library renovations design, and multiple condemnation rescissions. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and other procedural items.

• $2,809,350 pay plan amendment adding new classifications and pay grades, with 6% increases for airport police/ARFF and constable positions, 3% increase for municipal police, and equipment allowances for fire and EMS
• $150,000 budget supplement for East Baton Rouge Parish Coroner's Office
• $605,000 contract with Bradley-Blewster & Associates for Scotlandville Branch Library renovations design
• Settlement authorizations: $41,339.50 for auto accident lawsuit, $29,417.59 for firetruck accident, $15,902.14 for sewer backup
• 20 condemnation introductions and 10 rescissions of previous condemnation orders

The Metropolitan Council approved the sale of Multi-Modal Revenue Refunding Bonds, Series 2021A, to refund existing debt and pay a swap agreement termination fee. The council also approved several airport contracts, a road lighting district expansion, and various grant-funded projects.

• Approved $137.21M Multi-Modal Revenue Refunding Bonds, Series 2021A (12-0)
• Approved $1.2M for debris collection and monitoring for Winter Storm Uri (12-0)
• Approved $2.065M state funding for Police Department coronavirus expenses (12-0)
• Approved expansion of Harveston Road Lighting District No. 1 (12-0)
• Deleted proposed contract with Vinformatix LLC for BRPD social media analytics (12-0)
• Approved $732,94S grant for City Hall window and door replacement (12-0)
• Awarded $79,250 tree trimming contract to Biggz Tree Services, LLC (12-0)
• Approved $124,791.62 janitorial contract for Goodwood Library to Axe National Management Services, LLC (12-0)

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council is reviewing several items related to airport maintenance and infrastructure. This includes accepting low bids for tree removal services and disinfection services, as well as a change order for runway safety improvements.

• Acceptance of low bid for tree and shrub removal services at the airport
• Acceptance of low bid for electrostatic disinfection services at the airport
• Change order for Runway 13/31 Safety Area & RPZ Improvements at LA 67 Plank Rd. totaling $6,838.36

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council holds a regular meeting with a public hearing on all agenda items. In-person and electronic public comment are available. The agenda includes presentations and regular business items.

Metropolitan Council

This is a public notice for a special Metropolitan Council meeting on March 10, 2021. The agenda is referenced as attached but not included in the provided text. Only procedural boilerplate is present.

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council will hold public hearings on two related items for the Cortana Mall properties: a land use plan amendment from Regional Center to Employment Center, and a rezoning from Heavy Commercial and Commercial Alcoholic Beverage to Commercial Warehousing Three. The Planning Commission previously recommended approval of both items by a 9-0 vote. The council will take public comment before deciding.

• Plan amendment (PA-1-21) for 9001-9801 Cortana Place to change land use from Regional Center to Employment Center
• Rezoning (Case 5-21) of same properties from Heavy Commercial (C2) and C-AB-2 to Commercial Warehousing Three (CW3)
• Properties include former Goudchaux, Developer's, Wilson's, Mervyn's, Dillard, Sears sites and Tract JC-1 of Cortana Mall
• Location east of Airline Highway, north of Florida Boulevard
• Planning Commission voted 9-0 to approve both items

The Metropolitan Council approved two ordinances changing the land use and zoning for several properties on Cortana Place. The area was transitioned from a Regional Center to an Employment Center and rezoned to Commercial Warehousing Three.

• Approved Ordinance 18034 changing land use from Regional Center to Employment Center for Cortana Place properties (10-0-1)
• Approved Ordinance 18035 rezoning Cortana Place properties from Heavy Commercial (C2) and Commercial Alcoholic Beverage (C-AB-2) to Commercial Warehousing Three (CW3) (10-0-1)

Historic Preservation Committee

The Historic Preservation Commission held public hearings to review proposals for two properties. The commission voted to approve requests for 809 America Street and 507 Spanish Town Road.

• Approval of HPC-1-21 for 809 America Street
• Approval of HPC-3-21 for 507 Spanish Town Road

The Historic Preservation Commission approved a request for 809 America Street and recommended approval for 507 Spanish Town Road. The commission also approved the February 10, 2020, meeting minutes.

• Approved minutes from February 10, 2020 (4-0)
• Approved HPC-1-21 809 America Street (4-1)
• Recommended approval for HPC-3-21 507 Spanish Town Road (5-0)

Mosquito Abatement & Rodent Control Board

The East Baton Rouge Parish Mosquito Abatement and Rodent Control District No. 1 will meet to review old and new business. The board is discussing the search for a new director and a helicopter purchase.

• New Director Search
• Helicopter Purchase
• Travel Funding for Mrs. Courtney Humphrey
• Perpetual Inventory Audit
• Annual Report

Metro Board of Adjustment

The Metropolitan Board of Adjustment is meeting to consider several requests for variances to the Unified Development Code. The board will decide on setback reductions for residential projects and exceptions for nonconforming structures.

• Variance for 8924 Brookwood Dr to reduce side yard setback from 8 feet to 5 feet 2 inches
• Variance for 3560 Hyacinth Ave to reduce front loading garage setback from 25 feet to 17 feet
• Variances for 1274 Ingleside Dr to reduce rear yard setback to 11 feet 6 inches and side yard to 6 feet 6 inches
• Variance for 2922 Morning Glory Ave to reduce rear setback from 25 feet to 5 feet 3/4 inches
• Exception for 6029 Pino St to reconstruct a nonconforming 180-foot telecommunications monopole

The Board approved several requests to reduce yard setbacks for residential additions and new construction. It also granted an exception to reconstruct a storm-damaged telecommunications monopole.

• Approved side yard setback reduction at 8924 Brookwood Dr. (4-1)
• Approved front setback reduction for garage at 3560 Hyacinth Ave. (5-0)
• Approved rear yard setback reduction at 1274 Ingleside Dr. (5-0)
• Approved side yard setback reduction at 1274 Ingleside Dr. (4-1)
• Approved rear setback reduction at 2922 Morning Glory Ave. (5-0)
• Approved exception to reconstruct cell tower at 6029 Pino St. (5-0)
• Approved rear yard setback reduction at 223 Beverly Dr. (5-0)
• Approved February 9, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0)

Employee's Retirement System Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will review benefits, investment, and staff reports. The meeting includes discussions regarding a tax counsel opinion letter and the resignation of the retirement board medical consultant.

• Discussion of resignation of retirement board medical consultant and replacement process
• Presentation of letters from legal counsel and actuary regarding DROP interest rate declaration
• Discussion of opinion letter from tax counsel Tarcza & Associates, LLC
• Review of invoices from Akers & Wisbar, LLC, Tarcza & Associates, LLC, and Foster & Foster Actuarial
• Review of Police Guarantee Trust benefits and cash activity reports

The Board of Trustees approved a $55 million allocation to the Principal Enhanced Property Fund, LP for core-plus real estate, pending contract negotiations. The Board also authorized the hiring of an interim medical consultant to process disability applications. Various benefit reports and legal invoices were approved.

• Approved $55 million allocation to Principal Enhanced Property Fund, LP (Passed)
• Authorized staff and legal counsel to hire an interim medical consultant (Passed)
• Approved Benefits Report (Passed)
• Approved PGT Benefits Report (Passed)
• Approved payment for Akers & Wisbar, LLC (Passed)
• Approved payment for Tarcza and Associates, LLC (Passed)
• Approved payment for Foster & Foster Actuaries (Passed)
• Approved minutes from Jan 28, 2021, and Feb 9, 2021 meetings (Passed)

Alcoholic Beverage Control Board

The Alcoholic Beverage Control Board approved one Notice of Intent application and three permanent license applications. The board also approved the minutes from the February 11, 2021 meeting.

• Approved Class A Beer & Liquor license for Brcade LLC d/b/a BRcade at 2963 Government Street
• Approved Class B Beer & Liquor license for Datta Nicholson LLC d/b/a S & P2 at 4383 Nicholson Drive
• Approved Class A Beer & Liquor license for Blackie’s Place LLC d/b/a Blackie’s Place at 10010 Sullivan Road
• Approved Class B Beer & Liquor license for Harry’s Food Mart Inc. d/b/a Harry’s Food Mart at 6409 Harry Dr.
• Approved February 11, 2021 meeting minutes with corrections

Metropolitan Council

This meeting is primarily procedural, introducing items for future public hearings. Key introductions include a $175 million sewer revenue bond refunding, a $4.5 million settlement amendment, and a $2 million police COVID grant. No final decisions are made at this meeting.

• $175,000,000 Sewer Revenue Refunding Bonds, Series 2021A for current refunding of 2011A bonds
• Amendment to $4,500,000 settlement in Andricka Williams case, changing payment terms
• $2,065,000 Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with Louisiana for Police Department COVID expenses
• Creation of Harveston Road Lighting District
• Rezoning request at 10225 Jefferson Highway from A1 to LC1

The Metropolitan Council approved an industrial tax exemption for Exxon Mobil Corporation and authorized $850,000 for new on-street parking equipment. The council also ordered the demolition of several dilapidated buildings and approved the sale of a surplus fire station for $10,000.

• Approved Industrial Tax Exemption Program application for Exxon Mobil Corporation (11-0)
• Approved $850,000 contract with Parkeon, Inc. for on-street parking meters and kiosks (11-0)
• Approved sale of surplus fire station at 2285 72nd Avenue to Rosailyn Dixon/New Beginnings Speech Therapy Solutions, LLC for $10,000 (11-0)
• Ordered demolition of properties at 4074 Sycamore St, 419 Tuscaloosa Ave, 1469 Daniel Webster St, 871 Senette St, 2111 71st Ave, 2262 Virginia St, 2715 Brownlee St, 3681 Greentree Dr, 2789 Morning Glory Ave, 3852 East Brookstown Dr, and 1849 Lee Dr (9-0)
• Approved $185,148.50 settlement for Wanda Tate Journey McShane vs. James McCoy, et al (11-0)
• Approved $828,569.45 payment for compromised judgment in Cedric Howard vs. Frank D. Norton and City of Baton Rouge (11-0)
• Appointed Floyd Luster to the Board of Appeal (11-0)
• Approved $7,266,667 for Old Hammond Hwy. (LA 426) roadway improvements (11-0)

Metropolitan Council

The provided text is only the public notice for a special meeting of the Metropolitan Council on February 24, 2021, called by Mayor-President Sharon Weston Broome. The actual agenda is referenced as attached but is not included in the text. The notice describes public comment procedures and viewing options.

The Metropolitan Council deferred two proposed ordinances regarding property on Cortana Place to the March 10, 2021 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made during the zoning session.

• Deferred PA-1-21 land use amendment for Cortana Place to March 10, 2021 (11-0)
• Deferred CASE 5-21 rezoning for Cortana Place to March 10, 2021 (11-0)

Metropolitan Council

This agenda is purely procedural, announcing the date, time, and location of the Metropolitan Council's regular meeting and public hearing. No specific ordinances, resolutions, or other actionable items are included in the provided text.

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council is holding public hearings on two zoning items for the former Cortana Mall property: a comprehensive plan amendment and a rezoning to Commercial Warehousing Three (CW3). The planning staff recommends approval, and the council will take public comment before making a decision.

• Plan amendment for Cortana Place from Regional Center to Employment Center
• Rezoning of 9001–9799 Cortana Place from Heavy Commercial (C2) and C-AB-2 to Commercial Warehousing Three (CW3)
• Public hearing on both items
• Planning staff recommends approval
• Commission previously voted 9-0 to approve

Planning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission reviewed multiple land use amendments, rezoning requests, and development plans. The body approved several residential projects and a distribution center, while deferring two items related to Pecue Lane and Old Perkins Road.

• Approved rezoning 10225 Jefferson Highway from Single Family Residential (A1) to Light Commercial One (LC1)
• Approved rezoning 8300-8500 Picardy Avenue from Light Industrial (M1) to Heavy Commercial Two (HC2)
• Approved a final development plan for an indoor firing range at The Greens at Millerville
• Approved a distribution center proposal north of Florida Boulevard and east of Airline Highway
• Deferred plan amendment and rezoning for 9200-9300 Pecue Lane and 16200-16300 Old Perkins Road to March 15

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved several residential and commercial development plans, including a distribution center and a shooting range. Two items regarding land use and rezoning on Pecue Lane and Old Perkins Road were deferred for 30 days. Other approved actions included street right-of-way revocations and subdivision plans.

• Approved land use amendment and rezoning to Light Commercial One for 10225 Jefferson Highway (9-0)
• Deferred land use amendment and rezoning for 9200-9300 Pecue Lane and 16200-16300 Old Perkins Road for 30 days (5-4)
• Approved rezoning to Heavy Commercial Two for 8300–8500 Picardy Avenue (9-0)
• Approved rezoning to Neighborhood Commercial for 9783 Greenwell Springs Road (9-0)
• Approved Equestrian Court Residential Development (9-0)
• Approved Eliza Garden Concept Plan (9-0)
• Approved PUD-4-12 Shoot Point Blank indoor firing range (9-0)
• Approved SP-4-21 Distribution Center at Cortana Mall site (9-0)

Complete Streets Citizen Advisory Committee

The committee will consider approval of December 2020 minutes, introduce new members, and set meeting dates for 2021. They will also discuss Pedestrian/Bicycle Master Plan implementation and receive staff updates on the MovEBR program. Public comments are accepted via email, online form, phone, or mail.

• Approval of minutes from December 17, 2020
• Introduction of new members
• 2021 meeting dates
• Ped/Bike Master Plan Implementation
• Staff updates on MovEBR

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council will hold a zoning meeting on February 17, 2021, starting with presentations and recognitions at 3:30 P.M. A subsequent public hearing will begin at 4:00 P.M. to consider zoning items.

• Zoning Public Meeting and Public Hearing

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council is conducting public hearings to amend the comprehensive zoning map. The body is reviewing requests for rezoning, planned unit developments, and a servitude revocation.

• Rezone 3845 Florida Boulevard from Heavy Commercial to Commercial Alcoholic Beverage (bar and lounge)
• Pelican Lakes Concept Plan Revision 7 for medium density residential uses on Burbank Drive
• Revocation of a 10 foot BRWW servitude on the Bahlinger, Inc. Property
• Rezone 11575 Coursey Boulevard from Commercial Alcoholic Beverage (restaurant) to Commercial Alcoholic Beverage (bar and lounge)
• The Office Park at the Reserve Revision 3 for offices and warehouse on Jefferson Highway

Personnel Board

The Personnel Board will meet to approve minutes, review upcoming hearings, and receive an update on court proceedings. Administrative matters include new and revised job specifications for several departments, and a request for a hearing involving Aniefiok Ekpe (DHDS). A separate hearing for Lisa Olson (EMS) is scheduled for 9:30 a.m.

• New job specification: Case Manager – Social Services (DHDS)
• New job specification: Family Support Specialist (DHDS)
• Revised job specification: Planner II (Planning)
• Revised job specification: Teacher (DHDS)
• Request for hearing: Aniefiok Ekpe (DHDS)

The Personnel Board approved new job specifications for two DHDS roles and revised specifications for three other positions. The board also reviewed upcoming hearing schedules and court proceedings.

• Approved new job specifications for Case Manager — Social Services and Family Support Specialist (DHDS)
• Approved revised job specifications for Teacher and Teacher Advanced (DHDS)
• Approved revised job specification for Planner II (Planning)
• Approved February 11, 2021 agenda
• Approved January 14, 2021 meeting minutes

Ryan White Advisory Council

The council is meeting to review budget allocations with subrecipients and eligibility for the Ryan White Part A grant. The agenda includes discussions on by-law changes and the nomination and election process.

• Budget allocations with subrecipients
• By-laws changes
• Elections and nominations
• Eligibility and NOA report

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council is introducing several items for public hearing on February 24, 2021, including budget amendments and legal settlements. The body is also reviewing several property condemnation cases and reports on the Plan of Government.

• Proposed $7,266,667 for Old Hammond Hwy. (LA 426) roadway improvements
• Proposed $850,000 contract with Parkeon, Inc. (dba Flowbird) for parking equipment
• Proposed $2,018,024.00 in CARES Act grant funds via the CDBG program
• Proposed $828,569.45 payment for a compromised judgment in Cedric Howard vs. Frank D. Norton and City of Baton Rouge
• Proposed $185,148.50 settlement for Wanda Tate Journey McShane vs. James McCoy, et al

The Metropolitan Council authorized the acceptance of a $29.1M federal grant for COVID-19 rental and utility assistance. The body also approved several legal settlements, condemned multiple properties, and awarded various infrastructure and maintenance contracts.

• Approved $29,159,567.02 Treasury grant for pandemic rental and utility assistance (12-0-0)
• Approved $4.5M settlement for Andricka Williams, et al vs. City of Baton Rouge (7-4-0)
• Approved $35,461,626 payment in lieu of tax for Seefried Industrial Properties (11-0-1)
• Ordered demolition of properties at 1606 N 29th St, 1847 Nebraska St, and 2850 77th Ave (12-0-0)
• Awarded $97,000 airport terminal floor care contract to Axe National Management Services, LLC (12-0-0)
• Awarded $497,136.73 interstate mowing contract to H&O Investment, LLC (12-0-0)
• Approved $828,569.45 compromised judgment payment for Cedric Howard vs. Frank D. Norton (12-0-0)
• Reappointed Harold Kirby to Chaneyville Volunteer Fire District (12-0-0)

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council is introducing two administrative matters for a public hearing on February 24, 2021. One item authorizes a grant application for HVAC improvements, and the other amends a police department legal services contract with a $52,168.94 increase.

• Authorizing $939,970 grant application for HVAC improvements (Item 21-00179)
• Amending police legal services contract with Timothy W. Hardy, increasing compensation to $130,168.94 (Item 21-00187)

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council will hold a regular meeting on February 10, 2021, starting with presentations/recognitions at 3:30 PM, followed by consideration of agenda items at 4:00 PM. The agenda includes only procedural and administrative items; no specific ordinances, contracts, or rezonings are listed in the provided text.

• Public hearings on all agenda items except introductions
• In-person public comments at River Center Branch Library, 250 North Boulevard, 4th floor
• Electronic comments accepted via www.brla.gov/councilcomment

Historic Preservation Committee

The commission held public hearings to vote on several historic preservation items. The body approved requests for New Ark Baptist Church, Immaculate Conception Church, the Old Governor's Mansion, and 707 North 7th Street.

• Approval of HL-1-21 New Ark Baptist Church
• Approval of HL-2-21 Immaculate Conception Church
• Approval of HL-3-21 Old Governor's Mansion
• Approval of HPC-2-21 707 North 7th Street
• Deferral of HPC-1-21 809 America Street

The commission elected its Chair and Vice Chair and approved a project at 707 North 7th Street. The body also recommended approval for projects at New Ark Baptist Church, Immaculate Conception Church, and the Old Governor’s Mansion.

• Approved minutes from November 4, 2020 (4-0)
• Elected Whitney Hoffman-Sayal as Chair (6-0)
• Elected Byron Washington as Vice Chair (6-0)
• Approved HPC-2-21 707 North 7th Street (6-0)
• Recommended approval for HL-1-21 New Ark Baptist Church (5-0)
• Recommended approval for HL-2-21 Immaculate Conception Church (6-0)
• Recommended approval for HL-3-21 Old Governor’s Mansion (6-0)

Metro Board of Adjustment

The Metropolitan Board of Adjustment is meeting to consider several requests for variances and exceptions to the Unified Development Code. These requests primarily concern reducing side and rear yard setbacks to allow for new additions or accessory structures.

• 2045 E Lakeshore Dr: request to reduce side yard setback from 8 feet to 4 feet 4 1/2 inches
• 6246 Westridge Dr: request to reduce rear yard setback from 25 feet to 15 feet for an accessory dwelling
• 6878 Annabelle Ave: request to reduce rear yard setback from 25 feet to 5 feet for an accessory structure
• 818 Park Blvd: request to reduce rear yard setback from 25 feet to 10 feet
• 528 Cornell Ave: requests to reduce rear yard setback to 8 feet and side yard setback to 6 feet

The Metropolitan Board of Adjustment approved eight requests for waivers to reduce side and rear yard setbacks for residential additions and new construction. The board also approved the nomination of Andrew Reynolds as Chairman.

• Approved Dec 23, 2020 minutes (5-0)
• Approved side yard setback reduction to 4’ 4 ½” at 2045 E. Lakeshore Dr. (4-1)
• Approved rear yard setback reduction to 15’ at 6246 Westridge Dr. (5-0)
• Approved rear yard setback reduction to 5’ at 6878 Annabelle Ave. (5-0)
• Approved rear yard setback reduction to 10’ at 818 Park Blvd. (5-0)
• Approved side yard setback reduction to 3’ at 612 Nelson Dr. (5-0)
• Approved rear yard setback reduction to 8’ at 7139 Woodstock Dr. (5-0)
• Approved rear yard and side yard setback reductions at 528 Cornell Ave. (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission met to consider land use and zoning amendments for multiple properties on Cortana Place. The body voted to change the land use designation and the zoning classification for the sites.

• PA-1-21: Amended Comprehensive Land Use Plan from Regional Center to Employment Center for properties on Cortana Place (approved 9-0)
• Case 5-21: Rezoned properties on Cortana Place from Heavy Commercial (C2) and Commercial Alcoholic Beverage (C-AB-2) to Commercial Warehousing Three (CW3) (approved 9-0)

The Commission approved amending the Comprehensive Land Use Plan and rezoning several properties at Cortana Place. Both actions were passed unanimously to transition the area toward commercial warehousing.

• Approved amending Comprehensive Land Use Plan from Regional Center to Employment Center for Cortana Place properties (9-0)
• Approved rezoning Cortana Place properties from Heavy Commercial (C2) and Commercial Alcoholic Beverage (C-AB-2) to Commercial Warehousing Three (CW3) (9-0)

Metropolitan Council

This is a special meeting of the Baton Rouge Metropolitan Council called by Councilmen Dwight Hudson, Chauna Banks, and Jennifer Racca. The agenda is referenced but not included in the notice. Public comments are allowed in person or electronically.

• Special meeting called by three council members
• Public comment available in person at River Center Branch Library or online
• Meeting accessible via BRLA.gov, Metro 21, and Facebook Live

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council will hold a special meeting to discuss the case 'Andricka Williams, et al vs. City of Baton Rouge, et al' (Suit No. 659,090), which may be considered in executive session. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Discussion of lawsuit Andricka Williams, et al vs. City of Baton Rouge, et al, Suit No. 659,090, with potential executive session

The Metropolitan Council convened in special session to discuss the case Andricka Williams, et al vs. City of Baton Rouge, et al. The council voted to enter executive session to discuss the lawsuit, as public discussion could be detrimental to the City-Parish position.

• Entered executive session to discuss Suit No. 659,090 (Andricka Williams, et al vs. City of Baton Rouge, et al)

Metro Board of Adjustment

The Metropolitan Board of Adjustment will hear four requests for variances or exceptions to the Unified Development Code setback requirements. Items include reducing side yard setbacks at 2045 E Lakeshore Dr, rear yard setbacks at 6246 Westridge Dr and 818 Park Blvd, and an exception for an accessory structure at 6878 Annabelle Ave. Public comment is allowed with a 3-minute limit per speaker.

• 2045 E Lakeshore Dr: variance to reduce side yard setback from 8 ft to 4 ft 4.5 in
• 6246 Westridge Dr: variance to reduce rear yard setback from 25 ft to 15 ft
• 6878 Annabelle Ave: exception to allow accessory structure with rear yard setback reduced to 5 ft
• 818 Park Blvd: variance to reduce rear yard setback from 25 ft to 10 ft

Employee's Retirement System Board of Trustees

The Employees' Retirement System Board will receive a presentation on an actuarial study regarding the feasibility of DROP, retiree return-to-work, and overtime issues. The board will also discuss the resignation of the medical consultant and the replacement process, and elect officers for 2021. Several reports and invoices are scheduled for review, but no disability applications or committee actions are pending.

• Presentation of actuarial study on DROP, retiree return-to-work, and overtime feasibility
• Discussion of resignation of retirement board medical consultant and replacement process
• Election of board chairman, vice-chairman, and committee appointments for 2021
• Discussion of moving meetings to Metro Council Chambers for 2021
• Review of invoices from law offices of Akers & Wisbar and Tarcza & Associates

The Board approved using a reduced annual interest rate for DROP accounts to match the 2021 actuarially computed rate of 7.1%. Members also approved several legal and actuarial invoices and elected leadership for the 2021 calendar year.

• Approved using reduced annual interest rate for DROP accounts to yield 7.1% (passed)
• Approved payment for Akers & Wisbar, LLC (passed)
• Approved payment for Tarcza and Associates, LLC (passed)
• Approved payment for Foster & Foster Actuaries (passed)
• Referred Foster & Foster actuarial study on DROP and return-to-work to Administrative & Benefits Committee (passed)
• Appointed Marsha Hanlon as Board Chairman for 2021 (passed)
• Appointed Mark LeBlanc as Board Vice-Chairman for 2021 (passed)
• Adopted Metro Council Chambers as regular meeting place for 2021 (passed)

Alcoholic Beverage Control Board

The board approved four license reviews and one permanent license application. These actions allow specific businesses to operate with Class A & Restaurant or Class B Beer & Liquor licenses.

• Approved Class B Beer & Liquor license Notice of Intent for La Farmacia LLC d/b/a City Mart (9301 Burbank Drive)
• Approved permanent Class A & Restaurant license for CGH at Bocage LLC d/b/a Beausoleil Coastal Cuisine (7731 Jefferson Hwy.)
• Approved permanent Class A & Restaurant license for VooDoo Bbq Restaurant Group Inc. d/b/a Voodoo Bbq & Grill (3510 Drusilla Lane Suite D)
• Approved permanent Class A & Restaurant license for What Wong LLC d/b/a Boru Ramen (1509 Government Street Suite B)
• Approved permanent Class B Beer & Liquor license for Wma Enterprises Inc. d/b/a Grab & Go (3146 Plank Road)
• Approved minutes from January 14, 2021 meeting with corrections

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council is introducing several items for future public hearings, including a $10 million settlement for a lawsuit, multiple adjudicated property sales, zoning changes for Cortana Mall, and a revision to the Pelican Lakes PUD. The council will also consider several smaller settlements and rescissions of condemnation orders.

• $10,000,000 settlement for Andricka Williams et al. lawsuit, paid over five years
• Rezoning of Cortana Mall properties from Heavy Commercial to Commercial Warehousing (CW3)
• Amendment to Comprehensive Land Use Plan for Cortana Mall from Regional Center to Employment Center
• Pelican Lakes PUD concept plan revision for medium-density residential and clubhouse
• $30,327.50 settlement for Enjoli Collins lawsuit against Public Works

The Metropolitan Council authorized an application for up to $175 million in revenue refunding bonds for the East Baton Rouge Sewerage Commission. The body also approved the sale of multiple adjudicated surplus properties and appointed new leadership for the Sewerage Commission. Additionally, the council approved several legal settlements and grant applications for fire protection and energy assistance.

• Authorized application for up to $175M in Revenue Refunding Bonds for East Baton Rouge Sewerage Commission (12-0)
• Appointed Jennifer Racca as President and Cleve Dunn, Jr. as Vice President of the East Baton Rouge Sewerage Commission (12-0)
• Approved sale of surplus property at Lot 24pt.+, Monte Sano Highland Farms to Sheldon Veals for $2,000 (12-0)
• Approved sale of surplus property at Lot B-2-A, Aldrich Acres to Weatherly Holdings, LLC for $95,000 (12-0)
• Approved $48,094 settlement for Rasheka Theriot v. City/Parish (12-0)
• Approved $19,950 settlement for Paulette Crump vs. City of Baton Rouge (12-0)
• Authorized acceptance of $29,159,567.02 grant for Emergency Rental Assistance Program (12-0)
• Awarded $400,063 contract for NWWTP Administration Building Renovation to Site-Tech Consulting & Construction, LLC (12-0)

Metropolitan Council

The council will introduce two contracts: a $120,562.50 increase for ChemPro Services' herbicide program and a $35.46 million payment-in-lieu-of-taxes deal with Seefried Industrial Properties. It will also set a fire tax renewal election for Central Fire Protection District No. 4 and appoint Will Campbell to Build Baton Rouge.

• Contract amendment with ChemPro Services for canal herbicide program, adding $120,562.50 (total $662,122.50)
• Resolution approving $35,461,626 annual payment in lieu of taxes from Seefried Industrial Properties
• Calling an April 24, 2021 election for Central Fire Protection District No. 4 to renew a 5.0-mill tax and $32 service charge for 10 years
• Appointment of Will Campbell to the Build Baton Rouge board, term expiring 12/31/2022

Metropolitan Council

The agenda text only contains meeting logistics and public comment procedures. No specific items for discussion or decision are provided in the source document.

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council will hold public hearings on 15 zoning items, including rezonings, plan amendments, and planned unit developments. Several items have already received recommendations from the Planning Commission, while others have been withdrawn by applicants. The council will make final decisions on each item after hearing public comment.

• 3845 Florida Boulevard: rezoning from Heavy Commercial to Commercial Alcoholic Beverage (bar/lounge) – failed at commission 1-7, deferred from November
• 1885 Wooddale Boulevard: plan amendment from Institutional to Employment Center and rezoning from Light/Heavy Industrial to Heavy Commercial One – both approved by commission 6-0
• 13265 Perkins Road: rezoning from Light Commercial to Commercial Alcoholic Beverage (restaurant) – approved by commission 6-0
• Lotus I, II, III Senior Housing: three infill small planned unit developments for high-density multifamily senior housing near Spanish Town Road – all approved by commission 8-0
• Rouzan concept plan revision: addition of land, reallocation of residential uses, and circulation changes – approved by commission 6-0

The Council approved several rezoning requests, including an employment center and a traditional neighborhood development. Three proposed ordinances were deleted, and one request to rezone for a bar and lounge was deferred.

• Approved land use change to Employment Center at Wooddale Blvd and Exchange Place (12-0)
• Approved rezoning to Heavy Commercial One (HC1) at Wooddale Blvd and Exchange Place (12-0)
• Approved rezoning to Commercial Alcoholic Beverage (Restaurant) on Perkins Road (12-0)
• Approved rezoning to Heavy Commercial One (HC1) on N. Harrell's Ferry Road (12-0)
• Approved rezoning to Zero Lot Line (A2.6) on Staring Lane (11-0)
• Approved rezoning to Light Commercial Two (LC2) on Choctaw Drive (11-0)
• Approved three Infill Small Planned Unit Developments (ISPUD) on Gracie St and Spanish Town Rd (11-0 each)
• Approved TND-1-07 Concept Plan Revision 13 for Rouzan development (11-0)

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council is holding a zoning public hearing on January 20, 2021. The provided agenda text is procedural and does not list specific items for consideration. Public comments can be made in person or electronically.

• No specific items listed in the provided agenda text.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission approved several high-density multifamily residential projects for senior housing and various zoning changes. The body also elected its 2021 leadership and approved the annual work program and calendar.

• Approval of Lotus I, II, and III Senior Housing high-density multifamily residential projects
• Rezoning of 626 Staring Lane from Single Family Residential (A1) to Zero Lot Line (A2.6)
• Rezoning of 11575 Coursey Boulevard from Commercial Alcoholic Beverage restaurant to bar and lounge
• Approval of The Office Park at the Reserve Revision 3 for offices and warehouse
• Withdrawal of rezoning requests for 4512 Highland Road and 6263 Comite Drive

The Planning Commission approved three senior housing projects, several rezoning requests, and two subdivision plans. The commission also elected its leadership for the year and approved the 2021 work program and calendar.

• Elected Chairman Washington and Vice-Chairman Grout (6-0)
• Approved 2020 Annual Report, 2021 Calendar, and 2021 Work Program (6-0)
• Appointed Chairman Washington to the BREC Commission (6-0)
• Approved rezoning of 626 Staring Lane to Zero Lot Line (8-0)
• Approved Willow Run Subdivision (8-0)
• Approved rezoning of 11575 Coursey Boulevard to bar and lounge (8-0)
• Approved Lotus I, II, and III Senior Housing projects (8-0)
• Approved Country Acres and Freddie Robinson Property subdivisions (8-0)

Personnel Board

This is a regular meeting of the Baton Rouge Personnel Board. The board will elect a 2021 chairman, welcome new members, and consider a request for a hearing from Mary Ettinger. They will also review upcoming hearings and receive an update on court proceedings. A separate hearing for Lawrence Potier (DHDS) is scheduled for 9:30 a.m.

• Election of 2021 Board Chairman
• Service award presentation to Linda Hollins
• Welcome of new members Leslie Austin and Pamela Patton
• Request for hearing by Mary Ettinger
• Hearing for Lawrence Potier (DHDS) at 9:30 a.m.

The board elected a new chairman and granted a hearing request for an employee appealing a suspension. The board also reviewed upcoming hearing schedules and received a court update regarding a 2007 hearing matter.

• Elected Anna Andrews as 2021 Board Chairman (5-0)
• Approved hearing request for Mary Ettinger regarding a 2-day suspension (5-0)
• Approved January 14, 2021 meeting agenda
• Approved November 12, 2020 meeting minutes

Alcoholic Beverage Control Board

The board approved 12 applications for temporary or permanent alcohol licenses for various businesses. The board also elected its leadership and established a new three-member Administrative Committee.

• Elected Scott Wilfong as Chairman and Chase Shelton as Vice Chairman
• Approved Class A & Restaurant license Notice of Intent for Finbomb Sushi
• Approved Class B Beer & Liquor license Notice of Intent for Go Tiger Stop
• Approved Class A & Restaurant license Notice of Intent for Golden Corral Buffet & Grill #996
• Approved Class B Beer & Liquor license Notice of Intent for Burfi
• Approved Class A & Restaurant license Notice of Intent for Pizza Artista
• Approved Class A Beer & Liquor license Notice of Intent for Tru by Hilton Baton Rouge I-10 East
• Approved Class A & Restaurant license Notice of Intent for Thaihey Thaifood

Ryan White Advisory Council

The Ryan White Advisory Council is meeting to review budget allocations with subrecipients and the FY 2021-2022 budget. The body will also discuss bylaw revisions and conduct elections and nominations.

• Budget allocations with subrecipients
• Ryan White FY 2021-2022 budget
• Ryan White/EHE/RFP
• Bylaw revisions
• Elections and nominations

Metropolitan Council

This meeting is primarily a first reading/introduction of numerous items that will be subject to public hearings at later meetings. The council will introduce ordinances including a $175 million sewer revenue bond refunding, crime prevention district fees, a fire tax renewal, and a major rezoning of the former Cortana Mall site. Several legal settlements and contract amendments are also introduced.

• Authorizing up to $175,000,000 in sewer revenue refunding bonds (Series 2021A) to refund existing debt and terminate a swap with Bank of America
• Imposing a $70 annual fee per parcel in Park Forest East Crime Prevention District for 10 years starting 2022
• Imposing a $100 annual fee per improved parcel in South Burbank Crime Prevention District for 4 years starting 2022
• Rezoning 9001-9801 Cortana Place from Heavy Commercial (C2) to Commercial Warehousing Three (CW3) as part of Cortana Mall redevelopment
• Accepting a $548,383 Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) grant from Louisiana Housing Corporation

The Metropolitan Council adopted an ordinance prohibiting unfair practices in the sale of alcoholic beverages. The body also approved several construction and engineering contracts for the MoveBR project and various road rehabilitations. Additionally, multiple properties were condemned, and several others were sold via the Mow to Own program.

• Adopted Ordinance 17999 prohibiting unfair practices in alcoholic beverage sales (12-0)
• Approved $1.86M engineering contract with Volkert, Inc. for MoveBR Nicholson Segment 2 (12-0)
• Approved $1.36M contract with Stantec Consulting Services for MoveBR Perkins Road (12-0)
• Approved $3.18M contract with Ernest P. Breaux Electrical, LLC for parish-wide traffic signal installation (12-0)
• Approved $1.69M sewer repair contract with Grady Crawford Construction Company, Inc. (12-0)
• Condemned properties at 6016 Clayton St, 3131 Plank Rd, 19328-19330 S Harrells Ferry Rd, 5355 Jackson Ave, 1900 N 38th St, 263 Louise St, 3837 Geronimo St, 4278 Provost St (12-0)
• Sold surplus properties to Vernay U. Sanders, Trace Jackson, and Lynda Carter for $200 each, and to Cindy Wonderful for $500 (12-0)
• Appointed Brandon Noel and Laurie Adams to the Baton Rouge Film Commission (12-0)

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council is reviewing an emergency authorization for airport fencing and introducing several items for future hearings. These include a property tax abatement and a payment in lieu of tax.

• Authorization for Scott Fence USA, LLC to replace airport entrance fencing for up to $149,326.00
• Proposed five-year property tax abatement estimated at $4,029 for James and Ashley Fox-Smith on St. Charles Street
• Proposed annual payment in lieu of tax to the Sheriff of East Baton Rouge Parish not to exceed $3,693.26
• Report from the Department of Information Services on the City-Parish Open Data Policy

Metropolitan Council

This is a regular public meeting of the Metropolitan Council. The agenda includes presentations/recognitions at 3:30 PM and public hearings on items listed on the attached agenda (not provided in this text). No specific items are detailed.

• No specific items listed in the provided agenda text

Historic Preservation Committee

The Historic Preservation Commission will conduct public hearings regarding New Ark Baptist Church, Immaculate Conception Church, and the Old Governor's Mansion. The body will also elect a Chair and Vice Chair.

• Public hearing: New Ark Baptist Church (HL-1-21)
• Public hearing: Immaculate Conception Church (HL-2-21)
• Public hearing: Old Governor's Mansion (HL-3-21)
• Election of Chair
• Election of Vice Chair

Alcoholic Beverage Control Board

The Alcoholic Beverage Control Board reviewed a draft resolution requesting that the Metro Council reduce or waive 2021 license fees. The proposal seeks emergency relief for licensees regarding annual renewal requirements under the Wine, Beer & Liquor Ordinance.

• Discussed draft resolution to request Metro Council reduce or waive 2021 license fees

Metropolitan Council

This special meeting of the Metropolitan Council has a single item: the election of a President Pro Tempore for a four-year term. No other business is listed.

• Election of a President Pro Tempore for the Metropolitan Council for term January 1, 2021 through December 31, 2024

The Metropolitan Council held a special session to elect a President Pro-Tempore for the term of January 1, 2021, through December 31, 2024. Resolution 55360 was adopted to appoint LaMont Cole to the position.

• Approved Resolution 55360 electing LaMont Cole as President Pro-Tempore (8-3)

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council of the City of Baton Rouge and Parish of East Baton Rouge will hold a special meeting and public hearing. The provided text contains only the meeting notice and procedural instructions for public comment.