City Council Minutes December 8, 1998

COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS OF THE CITY OF SHREVEPORT, LOUISIANA

DECEMBER 8, 1998

The regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Shreveport, State of Louisiana, was called to order by Chairman Stewart at 3:06 p.m.,Tuesday, December 8, 1998, in the Council Chamber of City Hall, 1234 Texas Avenue. Invocation was given by Councilman Spigener.

On roll call, the following members were present: Councilmen Huckaby, Stewart, Carmody, Serio, Spigener, Shyne and Burrell. 7. Absent: None.

Approval of the Minutes of the following meetings: a. Summary Minutes of Admin. Conference of November 23, 1998; b. Special Meeting of November 23, 1998; c. Regular Meeting of November 24, 1998; d. Organizational Meeting of November 24, 1998 and e. Regular Meeting of November 24, 1998. Motion by Councilman Spigener, seconded by Councilman Shyne and approved by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Huckaby, Stewart, Carmody, Spigener, Shyne and Burrell. 6. Nays: None. Out of Chamber: Councilman Serio. 1.

Awards, Recognition of Distinguished Guests and Communications of the Mayor Which Are Required by Law. Councilman Serio: Within the last year, about a year or so at this time, we had the opportunity to allow the purchase of the American Tower for some, I think, some dramatic improvements in the downtown area. And of course, if anybody has been downtown lately you will see the new driveway as well as a lot of new changes that have taken place currently with American Tower, and we are fortunate to have Dick Faussett with us here today. And Dick, I would like for you to approach the Council and give us an idea of what is going on with the American Tower and tell us about some of the things that are happening.

Mr. Faussett: I am pleased to report that American Tower refurbishment program has started and hopefully will be completed with our central drive drop off area. I would suggest, in the next two or three weeks we should be finished and the initial lobby refurbishment, we are including substantial refurbishment to the lobby area, which will bring this building into a competitive state to attract employers to the downtown area. I'd also like to share with the Council and compliment them on the efforts that were made to bring Sci-port in. I spent Sunday there and just want to compliment the community on the efforts that were made. I mean that is a beautiful facility for your citizens. One thing I'd like to share, was at the various exhibits, I witnessed a young seven year old and someone I would estimate probably in their late '60s or early 70s in line over at the same exhibit. And it was really, it was treat to see the two operating and participating on the hands exhibit that was there and it is just a beautiful facility that you should congratulate yourself on. I think it is a tremendous asset to the downtown and to the community, and I wanted to share that with you. I'd be happy to answer any questions you might have with respect to American Tower. I know it was quite controversial at the time that you made the award, and anyway I'd be happy to answer any questions if you have any.

Councilman Serio: Dick right now, what's the, the lower level, what all is going on on the lower level, looks like there is a lot of renovation, will there be new businesses coming into the lower level? Mr. Faussett: Yes, we are currently negotiating and hoping to attract a travel agency on the first floor and a snack shop, a small restaurant. We were able, Jazzy's of course went into the parking garage. We recently painted the garage, I think, really complimented the looks. The central drive, is something I think is going to be a great amenity. It can allow people to literally drop off, we are putting in a covered cover way, that when it is raining you can drop off a passenger, they can go into the building. And then for somebody that just needs to stop to sign some paper or do some brief business, they can park. We are going to have a 30-minute parking zone in the circular drive and then we've landscaped the area and I think that should enhance the look of the area, the landscaping job that is in it. Morgan Keegan is our first major tenant on the 14^th floor. In fact all of you have been invited, we are having our Christmas party this afternoon, which all of you are invited. But Morgan Keegan has just built a beautiful facility and they are expanding their employees base, I think they'll ultimately occupy the entire 14^th floor, so that is our biggest tenant to date, but we are having good activity.

Councilman Serio: Are you looking at other developments? Mr. Faussett: Well, we purchased the Buckner Square property, near the hospital and we've been doing some work on that, but that is the only, currently those are the only two projects that we have here in Shreveport.

Councilman Shyne: I'm glad to see the improvement that you all are doing to the property. I've been told it was probably the second Louisiana Purchase. I think you all got a tremendous deal. Matter of fact, it was probably a better deal than you have gotten anywhere else in America. Mr. Faussett: It was a wonderful transaction. Councilman Shyne: I'm glad to see you all going in and working the property and I hope next year or year after it will be full and the City can reap some benefits from the tax base of it. Mr. Faussett: Certainly hope that's true. Councilman Shyne: Thank you.

Public Hearings: None.

Confirmations and/or Appointments: Mayor Hightower: We did want to introduce Department Heads today. Councilman Stewart: We can certainly do that later. Mayor Hightower; We would like to introduce those and let them lay over for two weeks. Ms. Lee: We do have a packet of information to hand out to them. Councilman Stewart: Okay, we can get to that in just a few minutes, we have some other issues (you want to pass them out).

Motion by Councilman Shyne to suspend the Rules of Procedure to add a resolution to the agenda for today, seconded by Councilman Carmody. Motion approved by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Huckaby, Stewart, Carmody, Serio, Spigener, Shyne and Burrell. 7. Nays: None.

Motion by Councilman Shyne to add Resolution No. 252 of 1998 to the agenda. Mr. Antee: We would like to add, its on its way down from Legal, but we would like to add to the agenda for approval on December 22, an amendment to three ordinances: Ordinance 10:141(e), 10:187 (d), and 10:188 (b) which would allow hard alcoholic beverages to be either sold or given away at Hirsch Coliseum at post game party to the Independence Bowl and it will remove the term pre-game and substitute that to any official function of the Independence Bowl. Councilman Stewart: Mr. Thompson, would it be appropriate, since we do not have the document, to introduce at this time, would it be best to wait and suspend the rules later? Mr. Thompson: I would suggest that we wait and suspend the rules later when we actually have the document or at least the title that we can read into the record. Councilman Stewart: Is that comfortable with the Administration? Mayor Hightower: That is, and it should be on its way down.

Councilman Shyne: I would just like to make one comment on this, this is a resolution that will give the Mayor the authority to formally establish a committee that will represent the city of Shreveport. That will give the Mayor the authority to official appoint a committee that will official handle all of the activities for the Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration and for the month of the February, which is designated as African American month. I don't think we could have picked a better individual than Mayor Keith Hightower, with his background in African American history.

Motion by Councilman Shyne, seconded by Councilman Huckaby to add the resolution to the agenda. Motion approved by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Huckaby, Stewart, Carmody, Serio, Spigener, Shyne and Burrell. 7. Nays: None.

Councilman Stewart: Any more comments about the Appointments today, we have them passed out.

Councilman Shyne: Mr. Mayor, I would like to make a request that, I don't know how you and the Chief Administrative Officer or maybe the City Attorney would handle this, but I'd like to request that you would look at all of the appointments to the different boards and committees and commissions or whatever it might be that we have in the city of Shreveport, I would like for you to think about the possibility of maybe asking for some resignations in order to give you an opportunity to make some appointments and I'd also like for you to look at shortening some of the terms. I've looked at some of the committees and some of the members serve for 7, 8, and 9 years. I don't really think that that would be fair to you as the leader of this city not to be able to appoint people who you think would be able to work with you and your program in a very positive manner. I don't know how that is to be accomplished, but I'd like for you to maybe check with the City Attorney to see how that can be done, that will give you an opportunity to do that.

Motion by Councilman Spigener to suspend the Rules of Procedure, at the request of the Administration to add legislation, seconded by Councilman Burrell. Motion approved by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Huckaby, Stewart, Carmody, Serio, Spigener, Shyne and Burrell. 7. Nays: None. Mayor Hightower: If we could get you to add the Department Head Appointments to today's agenda, to bring over until the next meeting, that will be helpful to get those appointments approved. Motion by Councilman Burrell, seconded by Councilman Serio to add the Department Head appointments to the agenda. Motion approved by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Huckaby, Stewart, Carmody, Serio, Spigener, Shyne and Burrell. 7. Nays: None.

CONSENT AGENDA LEGISLATION:

INTRODUCTION OF RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES ON CONSENT:

Motion by Councilman Huckaby, seconded by Councilman Serio to Introduce the Resolutions and Ordinances on the Consent Agenda to lay over until the December 22, 1998 meeting. Motion approved by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Huckaby, Stewart, Carmody, Serio, Spigener, Shyne and Burrell. 7. Nays: None.

INTRODUCTION OF RESOLUTIONS:

Resolution No 248 of 1998: A resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute grant documents with the Louisiana Highway Safety Commission for the acceptance of grant funds, and otherwise provide with respect thereto.

INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCES:

Ordinance No. 229 of 1998 by Councilman Huckaby: An ordinance to create and establish a No Parking Any Time Zone on the north side of the 500 and 600 blocks of Montgomery Street and to otherwise provide with respect thereto.

Ordinance No. 230 of 1998 by Councilman Serio: An ordinance to Create And Establish a Yield intersection at the intersection of Capistrano Drive And Aquilla Drive and to otherwise provide with respect thereto.

Ordinance No. 231 of 1998 by Councilman Serio: An ordinance to create and establish a No Parking Any Time Zone on the east side of the 7600 Block and the 7700 Block of Cornelious Lane and to otherwise provide with respect thereto.

Ordinance No. 232 of 1998 by Councilman Huckaby: An ordinance to Repeal Ordinance No. 192 of 1978 pertaining to a Tourist Parking Only Zone on Crockett Street and to re-create and establish a Tourist Only Parking Zone with a time limit of 30 minutes and to otherwise provide with respect thereto.

Ordinance No. 233 of 1998 by Councilman Burrell: An ordinance to create and establish a No Parking Zone between the hours of 8:00 am and 5:00 pm Monday thru Friday on the north side of the 2600 Block of Merwin Street and to otherwise provide with respect thereto.

Ordinance No. 234 of 1998 by Councilman Burrell: An ordinance to repeal a portion of Ordinance No. 172 of 1976 pertaining to prohibiting parking between the hours of 8:00 am and 5:00 pm, Monday Through Friday, on either side of Woodrow Street in the 1400 and 1500 blocks and to create and establish a No Parking Any Time Zone on either side of the 1400 and 1500 Blocks of Woodrow Street and to otherwise provide with respect thereto.

Ordinance No. 235 of 1998 by Councilman Burrell: An ordinance to create and establish a Yield Intersection at the intersection of Alameda Drive and Hermosa Drive and to otherwise provide with respect thereto.

Ordinance No. 236 of 1998 by Councilman Stewart: An ordinance to create and establish a No Parking Any Time Zone on either side of the 1000 Block of Midway Street and to otherwise provide with respect thereto.

ADOPTION OF RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES ON CONSENT:

RESOLUTIONS: None.

ORDINANCES: None.

REGULAR AGENDA LEGISLATION:

RESOLUTIONS ON SECOND READING AND FINAL PASSAGE:

RESOLUTION NO. 241 OF 1998

RESOLUTION STATING THE INTEREST OF THE CITY OF SHREVEPORT IN PARTICIPATION IN THE LOUISIANA ENTERPRISE ZONE PROGRAM AND DESIGNATION OF THE ENTERPRISE ZONES AND OTHERWISE PROVIDE WITH RESPECT THERETO.

WHEREAS, the Louisiana Enterprise Zone Act 901 of 1981, Act 337 of 1982, Act 433 of 1987, Act 1024 of 1992, Act 581 of 1995, and Act 624 and Act 647 of 1997, and;

WHEREAS, the Louisiana Enterprise Zone Program offers significant incentives for economic development and;

WHEREAS, the City of Shreveport requests the following Census Tracts and Block Groups be designated as Enterprise Zones, and;

Census Tract Block Group Census Tract Block Group

202 1 222 1

202 2 222 4

204 2 223 1

204 3 223 2

204 4 223 3

206 1 223 5

206 2 224 4

207 1 225 3

207 2 225 4

208 1 225 6

209 2 225 7

210 3 232 1

210 4 232 2

211 1 232 4

211 2 233 3

211 3 234 1

211 4 235 1

213 1 235 4

213 4 235 6

213 6 235 7

213 8 236 3

217 2 237 2

217 3 237 4

217 4 238 3

218 2 238 4

218 3 246 3

220 3 246 4

220 4 246 5

221 1 246 6

221 4 246 7

221 6 246 8

WHEREAS, in accordance with the Louisiana Enterprise Zone Program requirements, the City of Shreveport agrees:

To participate in the Enterprise Zone Program.

To assist the Department in evaluating progress made in any Enterprise Zone within it jurisdiction.

BE IT RESOLVED by the City of Shreveport in due, regular and legal session convened this 24th day of November 1998 will participate in the Louisiana Enterprise Zone Program and request designation by the Louisiana Department of Economic Development of the aforementioned Census Tract Block Group as Enterprise Zones.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED if any provision or item of this resolution is held invalid, such invalidity shall not affect other provisions, items or applications of this resolution which can be given effect without the invalid provisions, items or applications and to this end the provisions of this resolution are hereby declared severable.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that all resolutions or parts thereof in conflict herewith are hereby repealed.

Read by title and as read motion by Councilman Spigener, seconded by Councilman Shyne passed by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Huckaby, Stewart, Carmody, Serio, Spigener, Shyne and Burrell. 7. Nays: None.

The Deputy Clerk read the resolution by title: Resolution No. 242 of 1998: A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into an amendment to an agreement between the City of Shreveport and Twin City Salvage Pool, Inc., for a Central Storage Facility for towed and impounded vehicles.

Read by title and as read motion by Councilman Carmody, seconded by Councilman Shyne to postpone the resolution until the December 22, 1988 meeting. Motion passed by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Huckaby, Stewart, Carmody, Serio, Spigener, Shyne and Burrell. 7. Nays: None.

The Deputy Clerk read the resolution by title: Resolution No. 243 of 1998: A resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an amendment to the Solid Waste Management Agreement with Caddo Parish and to otherwise provide with respect thereto.

Read by title and as read motion by Councilman Spigener, seconded by Councilman Shyne to postpone the resolution until the December 22, 1988 meeting. Motion passed by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Huckaby, Stewart, Carmody, Serio, Spigener, Shyne and Burrell. 7. Nays: None.

RESOLUTION NO. 244 OF 1998

A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE 1999 DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT PROGRAM OF WORK, AND OTHERWISE PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO

WHEREAS, in accordance with Act 554 of 1978 of the Louisiana Legislature, it is necessary that a formal Program of Work for the Downtown Development District Authority be adopted by the City Council; and

WHEREAS, the stated Program of Work as attached has been carefully prepared, approved and recommended to the City Council by the Downtown Development Authority during a legally conducted meeting; and

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Shreveport, in due, legal and regular session convened, that it approves the 1999 Downtown Development Authority Program of Work.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that if any provision or item of this resolution or the application thereof is held invalid, such invalidity shall not affect other provisions, items or applications of this resolution which can be given effect without the invalid provisions, items or applications and, to this end, the provisions of this resolution are hereby declared severable.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that all resolutions or parts thereof in conflict herewith are hereby repealed.

Read by title and as read motion by Councilman Burrell, seconded by Councilman Serio passed by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Huckaby, Stewart, Carmody, Serio, Spigener, Shyne and Burrell. 7. Nays: None.

The Deputy Clerk read the resolution by title: Resolution No. 245 of 1998: Resolution No. 245 of 1998: A resolution providing for the issuance and sake of * ________ Dollars ($*_______) of General Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 1999, of the City of Shreveport, State of Louisiana; prescribing the form, fixing the details and providing for the rights of the owners thereof; providing for the payment of the principal of and interest on such bonds and the application of the proceeds thereof to the refunding of certain bonds of said City; and providing for other matters in connection therewith.

*______________

$ Not Exceeding 12,000,000

Read by title and as read motion by Councilman Shyne, seconded by Councilman Spigener to postpone the resolution until the December 22, 1988 meeting.

Councilman Spigener: Do we need to postpone it or table it; did we make a decision? Mr. Thompson: Unless the Administration, unless they've heard from Grant Schlueter, he suggested that we would table it and only remove it from the table when the Administration or Mr. Schlueter said it was within our interest to adopt it.

Motion by Councilman Shyne to table the resolution in lieu of, seconded by Councilman Spigener. Motion passed by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Huckaby, Stewart, Carmody, Serio, Spigener, Shyne and Burrell. 7. Nays: None. Councilman Stewart: This item is tabled indefinitely.

RESOLUTION NO. 249 OF 1998

A RESOLUTION TO RECOGNIZE THE MULTI-CULTURAL CENTER DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE'S EFFORTS TO ORGANIZE A NOT-FOR-PROFIT CORPORATION TO CONTRACT WITH THE CITY TO DEVELOP A MULTICULTURAL CENTER IN SHREVEPORT.

By: Councilmen Burrell and Shyne

WHEREAS, a group of citizens from diverse ethnic groups have formed the Multi-Cultural Center Development Committee (The Committee) for the express purpose of developing and operating a Multiculture Center in Shreveport; and

WHEREAS, the legislature has directed that the City of Shreveport allocate $200,000 annually from riverboat admission fees for the "acquisition of land, construction, maintenance, and operation of a multicultural center to be located with the City limits of Shreveport"; and

WHEREAS, the City Council has budgeted $675,000 of said funds in a capital project called "Multi-Cultural Center", and the administration has proposed to budget an additional $200,000 to that project in 1999; and

WHEREAS, it is necessary and in the public interest for the City of Shreveport to contract with The Committee and/or the Not-For-Profit Corporation being created by The Committee to establish and operate a Multicultural Center for the City of Shreveport.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Shreveport in due, regular and legal session convened that the Mayor is authorized to negotiate a contract with The Committee, and/or The Committee's Not-For-Profit Corporation to create, and/or operate a Multicultural Center for the City of Shreveport.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that any contract between the City and The Committee and/or its Not-For-Profit Corporation shall be approved by the City Council.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that all resolutions or ordinances or parts thereof in conflict herewith are hereby declared severable and repealed.

Read by title and as read motion by Councilman Burrell, seconded by Councilman Huckaby for passage.

Councilman Burrell: I have Dr. Cash here, who is the Chairman over this committee who is here today, and I guess after we vote on it, I would like to vote to suspend the rules and we may make a couple of comments about it. We also have some members of the Committee who is here also.

This particular project, I think is going to really do well for our city. This is something that is long time coming. We never really delved into this area before. Once we were able to get some figures on how it could impact our economy, then I felt that strongly that we need to pursue this particular venue for our city. There are other cities who are taking advantage of such a project and because of that, through the leadership of the Tourist Bureau, persons there and also Dr. Cash who actually took the helm of this committee, formed and put together a letter of intent, which I introduced on yesterday to you stating the purpose of their committee and what they will be moving toward. They are looking to eventually build or establish a multi-cultural center which would include all cultures and much of they background. There is a lot of work to be done, even at this point. Look forward enough to consider consultants who are professionals in this area. I think it is a project, again, that is well worth looking into. Places like Georgia, Alabama, Rhode Island and Arizona also would embrace this. And I think that we should embrace it so that we can better educated about other cultures. And again, it is a strong economic development tool. We've talked to the Mayor about it. I think he is very supportive of it over all, and we would like to move forward with it.

Councilman Stewart: Mr. Shyne, you are shown here as a co-sponsor. Your comments, please. Councilman Shyne: Not only from an economic standpoint, but I would hope that the community would realize that the city of Shreveport is making a statement to this area, and when I say, this area, the southwestern part of the United States, that we are a city of inclusion. This is a statement saying that we recognize all cultures, all contributions, that have been made by all people. And to me, that is a very, very important statement and sometimes I think it can override the economic impact that we might base our decisions on. A lot of times we base most of our decisions on the economic impact, but Mr. Mayor I think this will be a----this is a tremendous statement that we are making. It is kind of going along with your campaign theme of inclusion, this is this is what this statement is doing, so I know you must be extremely proud, 'cause I am.

Resolution passed by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Huckaby, Stewart, Carmody, Serio, Spigener, Shyne and Burrell. 7. Nays: None.

Motion by Councilman Burrell to suspend the rules, to allow Dr. Cash who is the Chairman to speak, seconded by Councilman Shyne. Motion approved by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Huckaby, Stewart, Carmody, Serio, Spigener, Shyne and Burrell. 7. Nays: None.

Dr. Cash: If the Chair would permit me, I'd like to ask the committee to stand, the members that are here today. The following members were in attendance: Councilman Burrell, Councilman Shyne, Ms. Barbara Norton, Sharon Flournoy, Kim (secretary), Grant Summers, Attorney, Emilio Salinas, Kim, Chris Chandler with the Chambers, Joann Akpan, Preston Friedley, and Michael with the African American Multiculture unit as well, Dr. McClain. We drafted him early today, Reverend McClain and so he is also a part of the group, as well. And then also we brought Frederick Henson who is with Capital Funding. He is here on a exploratory mission to try to start the process of looking for monies that would be necessary in order for us to complete this project. Once again, we know from history, I too was a school teacher, from history we have learned that any great movement that will take place, must take place and building must take place. So we are eager to get involved with what will take place here in the next few months. I believe this: I believe that the city of Shreveport would never ever be the same once this project is completed. I believe that: As the Mayor said in his campaign, all people will be inclusive in this and I know that this will give us an opportunity, and especially me to see a prayer answered and I pray for all of you all each day and each day I pray that you will be filled with wisdom, so continue on doing what you are doing. I believe that you are doing an excellent job and I just know that as the Mayor grows, all of you will grow and all of us will grow.

Councilman Burrell: Just make another note, that although they are not here, but we do have other cultures who are involved on this committee: Mr. Jack Alright, Native American Indian as well as Jerry Fairbanks, who is a Native American Indian; also, Ms. Meeko U. Peek, who is an Asian American is also a part of this; so the committee is very diversified. Dr. Cash: Yes, it.

Councilman Stewart: Well, congratulations. Roy, congratulations for your special efforts, support of the Council and the Mayor; we wish you the best.

RESOLUTION NO. 252 OF 1998

A RESOLUTION TO ESTABLISH THE MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. HOLIDAY AND BLACK HISTORY MONTH CELEBRATION COMMITTEE FOR THE CITY OF SHREVEPORT, AND TO OTHERWISE PROVIDE WITH RESPECT THERETO.

By: Councilman Shyne

WHEREAS, the Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday is celebrated in January of each year because Martin Luther King, Jr. championed the cause of justice for African Americans, and Civil Rights and the equality of opportunity for all persons; and

WHEREAS, Martin Luther King, Jr. is memorialized throughout the United States because of his contributions in the area of civil and human rights; and

WHEREAS, National Black History Month is celebrated in February of each year to recognize the achievements of African Americans and to educate Americans relative to those achievements; and

WHEREAS, the Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday is an opportunity for this community to re-dedicate itself to the principles espoused by Dr. King, and for young people to commit themselves to educational excellence, and to set high career and social goals; and

WHEREAS, National Black History Month is an opportunity for Americans to become culturally literate and to celebrate the achievements and heritage of Africans in America; and

WHEREAS, it is; therefore, fitting and necessary for the City of Shreveport to officially participate in and facilitate the celebration of the Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday and National Black History Month; and

WHEREAS, to facilitate a city-wide celebration of the Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday and National Black History Month, a Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday and Black History Month Celebration Committee should be established by the City of Shreveport; and

WHEREAS, said committee should sponsor activities and programs that promote the philosophies for which Dr. King stood and the purposes of the National Black History Month, and which inspire young people and persons in general; such as oratorical, and writing contests, nationally known speakers, fairs and activities to promote excellence in science and other disciplines and scholarships.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Shreveport in due, regular and legal session convened that the Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday and Black History Month Celebration Committee for Shreveport is established.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Mayor shall appoint not less than 5 nor more than 15 members to this Committee who shall be confirmed by the Council.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Committee shall be given technical support by SPAR.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Committee shall plan and conduct activities that inspire the community to lofty and desirable goals and encourage young people to aspire to vocations and avocations that benefit and uplift society for which Dr. King stood; which promotes African American contributions to this Country.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that any contract between the City and the Committee shall be approved by the City Council.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that all resolutions or ordinances or parts thereof in conflict herewith are hereby declared severable and repealed.

Read by title and as read motion by Councilman Shyne, seconded by Councilman Burrell passed by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Huckaby, Stewart, Carmody, Serio, Spigener, Shyne and Burrell. 7. Nays: None.

INTRODUCTION OF RESOLUTIONS:

Resolution No. 250 of 1998: A resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an amendment to the contract for services between the City of Shreveport and the Department of Social Services Office of Family Support to provide transit service for their clients on existing routes and to otherwise provide with respect thereto.

Resolution No. 251 of 1998: A resolution approving the Shreveport-Bossier Convention Tourist Bureau budget for 1999, and otherwise providing with respect thereto.

Read by title and as read motion by Councilman Huckaby, seconded by Councilman Serio for Introduction of the Resolutions to lay over until the December 22, 1998 meeting. Motion approved by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Huckaby, Stewart, Carmody, Serio, Spigener, Shyne and Burrell. 7. Nays: None.

Resolution 253 of 1998: A resolution temporarily suspending certain provisions of Chapter 10 of the Code of Ordinances, relative to the possession, consumption, sale and distribution of alcoholic beverages at certain special events.

Read by title and as read motion by Councilman Shyne, seconded by Councilman Burrell for Introduction of the Resolution to lay over until the December 22, 1998 meeting. Motion approved by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Huckaby, Stewart, Carmody, Serio, Spigener, Shyne and Burrell. 7. Nays: None.

INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCES:

Ordinance No. 238 of 1998: An ordinance levying various taxes totaling twenty one and nine one hundredths (21 and 09/100ths) Mills per dollar on property subject to ad valorem taxation within the City of Shreveport for the Year 1999 in the amounts and for the purposes described herein, and otherwise providing with respect thereto.

Ordinance No. 239 of 1998: An ordinance levying a tax of thirty and fifty- four one hundredths (30 and 54/100ths) Mills per dollar on all property subject to ad valorem taxation within the City of Shreveport for the Year 1999 for the purpose of paying principal and interest on the outstanding General Obligation Bonds of the City of Shreveport, and otherwise providing with respect thereto.

Ordinance No. 240 of 1998: An ordinance levying a tax of seven and ninety-nine one hundredths (7 and 99/100ths) Mills per dollar on all property subject to ad valorem taxation within the bounds of the Downtown Development District of the City of Shreveport as defined by Act 554 of 1978, as amended, for the purposes as set forth herein, and otherwise providing with respect thereto.

Read by title and as read motion by Councilman Huckaby, seconded by Councilman Serio for Introduction of the Ordinances to lay over until the December 22, 1998 meeting. Motion approved by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Huckaby, Stewart, Carmody, Serio, Spigener, Shyne and Burrell. 7. Nays: None.

Ordinance No. 241 of 1998: An ordinance to amend and reenact Section 10-187(d), Sale and Consumption of Alcoholic Beverages in City Parks Prohibited - Exceptions, and to otherwise provide with respect thereto.

Ordinance No. 242 of 1998: An ordinance to amend and reenact Section 10-188(b), Same - Fairgrounds Property, and to otherwise provide with respect thereto.

Ordinance No. 243 of 1998: An ordinance to amend and reenact Section 10-141(e), Sales Location to Conform to Zoning Ordinance; Exemptions, and to otherwise provide with respect thereto.

Read by title and as read motion by Councilman Shyne, seconded by Councilman Burrell for Introduction of the Ordinances to lay over until the December 22, 1998 meeting. Motion approved by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Huckaby, Stewart, Carmody, Serio, Spigener, Shyne and Burrell. 7. Nays: None.

ORDINANCES ON SECOND READING AND FINAL PASSAGE:

Ordinance No. 170 of 1998: An ordinance amending the 1998 Riverfront Development Special Revenue Fund, appropriating the funds authorized therein, and otherwise providing with respect thereto.

Having passed first reading on August 25,1998, was read by title and as read on motion ordered passed to third reading. Read the third time in full and as read motion by Councilman Burrell, seconded by Councilman Shyne for adoption.

Councilman Shyne: I'm going to vote yes for this ordinance, but I agree with Mr. Friedley. I do think the money should go directly to the committee who will be working with and overseeing this organization. And I would hope that next year we would have, I don't know, enough confidence or whatever we need to in order to send this money directly to this committee.

Ordinance adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Huckaby, Stewart, Carmody, Serio, Spigener, Shyne, and Burrell. 7. Nays: None.

Ordinance No. 193 of 1998: An ordinance adopting the 1999 General Fund Budget appropriating the funds authorized therein and otherwise providing with respect thereto.

Having passed first reading on October 13,1998, was read by title and as read on motion ordered passed to third reading. Read the third time in full and as read motion by Councilman Shyne, seconded by Councilman Carmody for adoption of the ordinance. The Deputy Clerk read the following amendment(s):

Amendment No. 1:

AMEND THE ORDINANCE AS FOLLOWS:

In Section 1, Estimated Receipts:

Licenses and Permits is increased $125,000.

External Service Charges is increased $75,000.

Internal Service Charges is increased $24,000.

Miscellaneous is increased $207,400.

Prior Year Fund Balance is increased $440,900.

In Section 2, Appropriations:

Public Assembly and Recreation:

Improvements and Equipment is increased by $167,000.

Finance:

Improvements and Equipment is increased $300,000.

General Government:

Contractual Services is decreased $30,000.

Other Charges is increased $310,000.

Operating Reserves is increased $345,700.

Improvements and Equipment is decreased $100,000.

Transfer to Community Development is decreased $100,000.

Police:

Personal Services is increased $100,000.

Contractual Services is increased $59,200.

Other Charges is decreased by $890,000.

Improvements and Equipment is increased by $409,000.

Transfer to Police Grants Fund is increased by $40,000.

Fire:

Personal Services is decreased by $1,177,300.

Other Charges is increased by $877,300.

Improvements and Equipment is increased by $388,000.

Public Works:

Contractual Services is decreased by $70,000.

Improvements and Equipment is increased by $166,000.

Transfer to Capital Projects is increased by $70,000.

City Marshal:

Personal Services is increased by $7,400.

Motion by Councilman Shyne, seconded by Councilman Carmody for adoption of Amendment No. 1. Motion approved by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Huckaby, Stewart, Carmody, Serio, Spigener, Shyne, and Burrell. 7. Nays: None.

Amendment No. 2 :

Amend the Ordinance as follows:

In Paragraph 2. Appropriations:

Under General Government, increase Other Charges by $100,000 and decrease Operating Reserve by a like amount.

Motion by Councilman Huckaby, seconded by Councilman Shyne for adoption of Amendment No. 2.

Mayor Hightower: This organization was unfunded coming into the 1999 budget from the prior Administration. This Administration along with the Council has worked since the inauguration day to put a workable budget together for 1999. We've come from 0 to $100,000 for this particular organization and we think that is fair, we think it is equitable and we also think that $200,000 dollars is excessive and we'd ask defeat of this particular amendment to keep the amount at $100,000 which would, the $100,000 more, than was budget, like I said, by the prior Administration. Councilman Huckaby: The Mayor and most of the persons who ran for City Council this year, talked about improving race relations in the city of Shreveport. This agency has never been properly funded to operate effectively, and we do not move in the direction of helping it to operate effectively by reducing their budget from $125- to $100,000 dollars. I have offered an amendment to increase the budget by $100,000 dollars and that $100,000 would 1. increase the staff. Right now the staff consist of a director and a secretary and there is very little that a director and a secretary can do to improve race relations in the city of Shreveport where you have 200- to 220,000 people. That $100,000 dollars also includes $15,000 dollars that will be used to have a yearly fund raising banquet that will help this agency to become self-sufficient to operate on it own. It has never been properly funded. It has never been funded adequately so that it could operate effectively. It has never been funded so that it could put on a fund raising banquet or fund raising event, I'm trying to do that with the increased $100,000. We ought to fund the agency adequately so that it can operate to its fullest potential or abolish it. Lets stop putting on a farce. Do we want to improve race relations in this City or not? If we do, lets act like it. It is worth $200,000 dollars. If it is not worth $200,000 dollars it is not worth having. I have the Director here to address the Council, if you so desire to hear her to talk about the improvement that she would make with the additional $100,000 dollars and I am personally committed to helping her make this agency self sufficient and operate at its fullest potential. I would appreciate the support of the Council. I would appreciate if you would endorse and support the $100,000 dollar increase in the budget.

Councilman Burrell: This commission has not really had, really got the recognition, I feel, that it has maybe because it hasn't sold itself properly or what have you. Other cities that I had the opportunity to go to, have very strong commissions and they seem to have a better handle on their race relations. Whether it is $100,000 or $200,000, you know that's a matter of budget, but I feel that we at least should fund it at the level, at least where it was. That is not a, really, a compliment to the work that I feel that this organization has done and the reason I say that is, is because much of the activity that they do, I do get personally involved in it. And if nothing else, what it has done in relationship to our young people. They have developed programs that have brought many of these young people together even if our old heads, can not get it together, at least the kids seem to somehow start to embrace diversity within this city and I think if nothing else, it is worth at least the minimum funding would be that in which they've had, which is at least $125,000. And maybe there could be a compromise between the Mayor and Councilman Huckaby on this, and we'll just have to work harder to raise the necessary funds needed to compliment the work of this organization.

I think that after addressing this, the legislation that actually enacted this commission, there seem to be a problem with that legislation that will not allow them the latitude to raise the funds they needed to become self-sufficient. I think we should address that issue. Now, I would like to get with the Mayor on that, because I know the commission itself has talked about it. I have mentioned it to the Mayor about the legislation that needed to be changed to make them more autonomous, if I could use such a term, so that they can get out and do fund raising like they should. And I don't think that is part of the legislation that is there and I don't know if the Director can address that at this point, but I think a big problem with this organization raising funds, is how the legislation is written at this point. Would you mind if she come up, Mr. Chairman and address that and I think that is something that has not been addressed before.

Ms. Akpan: When we are promoting positive relationships in the City of Shreveport, one of the things we have to look very, very closely at is the enabler that actually affords the Commission to do the work associated with positive human relations. In this instant case, we function from a resolution. If we had an ordinance in place, it affords us the opportunity to do two things: 1. Is to take a more balanced approach to this issue about human relations in the City of Shreveport, in that we will have the opportunity to do both proactive and reactive kinds of initiatives. We have a strong proactive program from my perspective, however we do not go out and investigate complaints of discrimination. Remember, our mission says that our responsibility is to promote unity, respect, and understanding and eliminate discrimination against all individuals. With an ordinance in place which mirrors that of the federal statutes, that is Title VII and Title VIII, it affords the greater Shreveport Human Relations Commission to receive federal dollars from both EEOC and HUD, that is developing a contractual relationship just as the one that we have developed with you. I truly, truly would like to seize the opportunity to say to you, as far as human relations in the City of Shreveport it is so, very, very important that we recognize it is not about personalities and individuals, but rather it is the mission and purpose of what we are trying to accomplish. Across this country you have 300 human relations and human rights commissions and I will again say, their primary source of funding, their core source of funding comes from the municipality that it actually represents. I trust that I've answered your question, Councilman Burrell.

Councilman Burrell: Yes. This past week I was in Kansas City and I guess the Human Relations Commission crossed my mind. It just so happened I was at a dinner that was sponsored for the Mayor of Kansas City. And the first person I met was a gentleman who was over the Human Relations Commission there, and they also have in that city, a Mayor Racial Task Force in addition to the Human Relations Commission, and I asked him if he know this lady here, and he had nothing but accolades about her and it really made me feel good that they held her in such high esteem. And he also knew about some of the problems that we were having here in Shreveport in relationship to the legislation that actually barred them from going out and getting funds. And I asked him, what was their major source of funding and he did say, the City of Kansas City first, but he also said HUD. The same thing you said HUD and EEOC because they were proactive in going out and investigating things. So, I think we are sort of tying their hands. We are asking them to swim with blocks tied around their feet. So, if the legislation needs to be changed----maybe that's what we should be looking at and then we won't have a problem next year in saying that we have, we can not fund them or if we fund them, we have to fund them at a certain level because they will have the opportunity to raise additional funds that will come from the federal government, and that may be an alternative to a lot of what we are talking about here.

Councilman Shyne: I understand the position of this Administration, just coming in, with nothing being funded. But I also feel like that we have been very, very hypocritical from the standpoint of the City of Shreveport and the past city Administrations. And this is not a reflection on this Administration, but of course if I see that that's the way that we are headed, I won't hesitate to let it be known. I think we want this lady and we want race relations to improve in the city of Shreveport with prayer, a piece of bread, and a cup of water. It is not going to happen, but we are always talking about how race relations need to improve in the city. I thought maybe we'd see the news media down here, what was that, maybe a month ago, they brought these people to town and was talking about how we could improve race relations and that probably lasted for what, maybe a week. But we need something on going. We need somebody who is going to be in the trenches, who are doing what needs to be done when everybody else stop partying and shouting and celebrating and patting themselves on the back, and say, look what a good job we are doing. And that is what this commission is all about. And if I'm not mistaken, I believe it was brought about during the Hazel Beard Administration and I thought that we would continue and maybe I'm part of the problem, during that time because maybe I didn't fight for it like I should have because I thought it would continue to increase and the Administration would continue to work with it, and we'd see how we could put something in place that would really be able to impact and bring some changes in this community. Whether ya'll believe it or not, we live in a very racist community and I know some of us want to go around and stick our heads in the sand and say that we don't. But we do and we have to do something about it. And we live in a capitalist society, where we know we need money to impact and effect change. I understand your position, Mr. Mayor. But I would hope that the Administration would look at what we can do in order to make this Commission a very viable Commission and a Commission that is going to do something and let's stop being so hypocritical and talking about what we are going to do, and we know we know we are not doing nothing but just shucking and jiving.

Councilman Huckaby: I just believe that if we allow this budget to pass at $100,000 dollars it is the continuation of the slow death for this agency. We need to give this agency, one chance to become self-sufficient, give it one chance to go out and seek funds, HUD funds, fund raising with a banquet or whatever. We need to give it a chance to survive and thrive and grow to its fullest potential, if we are serious about improving race relations in this City. If we are not, then lets go with the $100,000 and continue the slow death of this agency.

Mayor Hightower: Certainly, when I started my comments, my emphasis was that this Commission started out at 0 in the 1999 budget submitted by the prior Administration. Certainly, I think its important or I would be in here asking for 0 and would not have wanted to put $100,000 in it. However, there is only so much money. What I will commit to do as a point of compromise and I'll take Councilman Burrell's suggestion with this caveat that that extra $25,000 dollars be devoted to fund raising to help make the Commission more self-sufficient than it has been in the past. And as long as the Council can live with that and the Human Relations Commission can live with that, I think we can find an additional $25 but to ask us for an additional $100,000 I believe it is excessive and wouldn't want to do that.

Councilman Huckaby: Mr. Mayor, would you compromise at $150? The agency existed at $125,000 last year. We need additional monies to raise money to help it become self sufficient---$140,000 would be an additional $15,000 and that is what I asked for fund raising? The $125,000 was the level where it was last year and it barely survived. I ask you to compromise at $140,000, sir. Councilman Stewart: Do you care to respond at this time to Mr. Huckaby's comment? Mayor Hightower: No, not at this time.

Councilman Spigener: There was $125,000 funded last year? Councilman Hightower: Yes, ma'am.

Mayor Hightower: Is that what the budget was last year? Ms. Akpan: Yes, $125,000 is what we funded for the last five years. And according to the model and the task force took a look at 40 human relations commision across this country, and they determined that we should start off with a director and a secretary and we were given $50,000 start up money, in essence for equipment and supplies and programs, also. I can tell you honestly when I initially came here, recognizing the fact that I was coming into a situation where the community was pretty much not familiar with Human Relations Commission and I know even as we speak, that we still have much learning to do in that particular area, but that I'm willing to be a part of making a difference in the city of Shreveport, a Human Relations Commission is so, very, very much needed. Its the Human Relations Commission that I stand here before you and appeal to you and ask you that you give some strong consideration to the amount of the funding. You are talking about a director and a secretary and I have an LSU-S intern to do the work that we do. And I will put that program against any program in this country and feel very good about it, and feel very positive. We have some strong initiatives in that office. We have 12 programs that we do, projects that we do during the course of the year. Of course I hear that one, perhaps will be done by a committee, but we do the MLK Project, we do universal human rights. We've sent invitations to each and every one of you asking you to come and spend that time with us, along with the City of Shreveport. This is your event. Your dollars at work. We put on this event. We have 5 outstanding Youth Council projects where we bring youth together. We touch over 10,000 youth during the course of a year, all for $125,000 dollars.

So, again, when you make your decision, it is not about me or the number of staff persons that I have, it is about the mission and purpose of the Greater Shreveport Human Relations Commission. And then I want you to ask yourself: Can we accomplish, can we truly, truly make a difference in the City of Shreveport with $100,000. I appreciate it, I want you to know that Mayor Hightower, but what can I do with a $100,000 dollars that will enable me of course to have a secretary in the office, but I still don't have that one other body that is so very, very needed. If I had the $200,000 dollars then I could hire another person and we'll go out and do some of these additional project, Councilman Stewart, that we sat down and discussed. A $125,000 dollars is what you are talking about and I have documented evidence to show that you are getting a lot for $125,000 dollars. And so, if we can get that legislation on the books, if we can get another staff person in place, if we can go out and do some fund raising as Councilman Huckaby has talked about, we can continue and expand the directions for this Commission. Are we doing enough? Of course we are not, with a $125,000 dollars and a secretary and a director, no we are not doing enough. But each year we could continue to chip at it if we are given the additional resources that are needed to make a difference in Shreveport.

So, you have a multicultural center that is getting ready to come up and they want to build awareness about cultures. Well, we do that also. We build awareness about the different cultures in the community. We bring people together under a desirable set of circumstances. We do diversity awareness training. We process complaints of discrimination and some of you will say, well we don't know what you are doing. Come over, join us, come to some of our activities and then you will be afforded the opportunity to really see what the Commission is all about. We are very, very committed to this issue, making that difference.

And I can say to that, as the Director of the Commission, I came here as the Area Director of Oklahoma Human Rights Commission. I was responsible for half the state of Oklahoma. We investigated complaints of discrimination in addition to the proactive kinds of initiatives that we did. And my vision was and it remains today, whether it was a $100,000 dollars or $200,000, is that there would be a strong Human Relations Commission in this community. We are individuals of all types and persuasions could come to the Commission and be heard, that their rights would be addressed when there is indeed a violation that takes place; so, we want to do a more balanced approach to this. This is with all of the Human Relations and Human Rights Commissions across this country are doing. They take a balanced approach. They investigate complaints of discrimination. They do special projects and events such as the ones that we are doing, and they are making a difference in the communities as a result of it, so it is in your hands.

Councilman Stewart: I have been involved with this particular Commission since its inception. I've also been involved, as has several others, at each year and most of this period of time, reinstating it from 0 over the last four years, and I think it is an extremely important part of our community. I think at budget time, is not the right time to have a debate, but I do understand the importance of it. I made a commitment to Mr. Hightower that I would follow his directions. I am aware of significant financial issues that are imposed upon this City at this time, by virtue of what's been inherited. And I would suggest the following and would be happy to do so: 1. I would be happy to support $125,000 that the Mayor has brought forward. 2. I will be happy to sponsor and participate in any type of activity that this group along with the Administration could do to move forward to bring about the legislation that I believe is the true future to it. 3. I would be happy with the Mayor and the Council to move to additional funding when a plan was in place for that legislation and we could clearly see that all questions were answered. I think that is a wise move as a committee not for a year or two from now, but in the coming three to four months, assuming Mr. Hightower would agreeable. I think it is essential that everybody realizes that this is a budgetary process and while my emotions like everyone play a role, there are serious issues in this city, budgetarily speaking, more so than most people are aware and I would encourage us to leave this on a positive note, follow the Mayor's suggestion, and his commitment to bring about a resolution and I will follow my commitment to you as I have over the last umpteen years in this reinstatement to move it forward with the appropriate legislation to guarantee its future; that's my suggestion.

Councilman Spigener: I too agree with some of the comments that you've made, and from what I'm hearing it seems like additional or changed legislation may be our solution here. And I've heard several things that have been said from the podium there, but it makes me wonder if we have duplication of efforts that are costing us additional monies. I've heard that the Commission does delve into multicultural activities, MLK Day Celebration, activities that overlap perhaps what HUD does. So I guess I'm sitting here thinking, we could get more mileage out of our dollars if we didn't have duplication of services from different entities and that's the kind of thing that I would like to have an opportunity to discuss more if we look into some additional legislation and I guess that's the issue that is with me. Ms. Akpan: When you are talking a race relations, and truly, truly human relations as a whole, it takes all of us to really truly make a difference in our community and I think it is worthy to look at duplication, but I also want you to know that the Greater Shreveport Human Relations Commission, that is whether we are funded at $100,000 dollars or $125,000 dollars or $200,000 dollars, we can not do it alone. It will take all of us and all of the organizations and individuals in our community to truly help to move us forward.

Councilman Spigener: And I understand that and I know that money is not going to solve our problem. There are other changes besides just putting money into it that will make that progress; so, I realize that.

Councilman Shyne: I'm not going to prolong this discussion, because I'm going to call for the question when I finish, but I think you are exactly right, I think we can not over duplicate because what we are dealing with is a problem that has been, if I can say, born and bred in our society and Charles, it is going to take all of us. Mack, from the churches to the nightclubs and bars, Mr. Huckaby, not that you own one but it is going to take all of us, doing it day in and day out. We are going to have to consistently and constantly duplicate these services, if we are going to make an impact because we are talking about ideas and concepts and moral and feelings that is deep ingrained within this society and if we don't realize that, we are fooling ourselves, so it is going to take some overlapping. And if you think one organization can make an impact, the kind of impact that needs to be made, we are very hypocritical, we are not doing nothing but fooling ourselves, so it is going to be some duplication of services, and we need that. Mr. Chairman, I move for the question.

Councilman Stewart: We have a request for a clarification. Councilman Burrell: I want to make sure that the clarification is, what amount are we really going to vote on and I ask Mr. Thompson given the ordinance we have here, can the amount be scratched through, whatever the compromise amount be, we can put that in and vote on it now? Mr. Thompson: I think his question was: What amount would you be voting now? It my understanding that you'll be vote on $100,000 dollars increase. I think that it is in order if somebody wants to make a motion for a Substitute Amendment No. 2 and insert a different amount in that Substitute Amendment No. 2, that will be in order, that motion, and if you got a second then you could vote on that.

Councilman Shyne: If it would be comfortable for the Mayor, I would move to recess at this particular point for 2 minutes if the Mayor and Mr. Huckaby or anybody else would want to see what kind of compromise we could maybereach. Mayor Hightower: We are comfortable with Councilman Burrell's suggestion and a substitute to amend $100,000 to $125,000, we think we can absorb the $125,000.

Councilman Burrell: I just talked with Mr. Huckaby on it because we want to get some resolution and we want this to be carried unanimously and we want to also entertain the change in legislation needed to un-encumber the Human Relations Commission to raise the funds that they need. And Councilman Huckaby said that he would go along with the Mayor's suggestion on this given the fact that we look at changing the legislation so that we can un-encumber that organization to do the things that they need to do. And again, if it wasn't for the fact that I just had an opportunity to talk with the Commission in Kansas City who has won national awards on their initiative and they have such high respect for this lady back here and the work that she has done in Oklahoma, then I may be in a different position or a different mindset here, but I think that it is needed and we need to work with the Mayor if he is willing to support her on that and support us on changing the legislation, I think we may strike a compromise at $125,000 at this point.

Councilman Stewart: Mr. Huckaby, then if I understand from your nod that in lieu of $100,000 we would be embracing $25,000 additional at this time? Councilman Huckaby: That's correct, Mr. Chairman. Councilman Stewart: That would be comfortable with you? Councilman Huckaby: Yes, sir. Councilman Stewart: Comfortable with everybody else. I would just request that that be the number or Mr. Thompson would you prefer, since it is budgetary that we have an amendment? Mr. Thompson: Is there a motion and a second? Councilman Stewart: There is a motion and a second for $100,000. (Motion by Councilman Shyne for $25,000.) Mr. Thompson: I think it is a motion and second for:

"Substitute Amendment No. 2.

In Paragraph 2. Appropriations:

Under General Government, increase Other Charges by $25,000 and decrease Operating Reserve by a like amount."

Councilman Serio: I think over the last couple of years something has come up in all of these discussions every time we've had this particular budget amendment. And I think we've asked and suggested that the organization try to find ways to self-fund itself or find ways of self-funding. And I would think that in six months we are going to ask Joanne to come back, that it would incumbent on us and incumbent on her to come back with a plan to show how effective she can be with some business sponsor that would help to fund this program over the next several years. Because I think that is where you are going to find, that to be truly effective is that you are going to have enough business sponsors out there that support the organization, that utilize the organization, so that you have enough cash coming in from outside agencies or outside businesses that she becomes completely self-funded over the next several years. Because if I recall, four years ago, that was one of the charges we gave is that we expected this organization as well as all the other organizations that come to us to eventually be able to be weaned from the city and provide their own funding.

Councilman Burrell: The only other comment I wanted to make to Mr. Serio, as a point of clarification is, that one of the problems that I see that they are having and I think Councilman Huckaby echoed that problem is, is that they are already starting out to low to even have the necessary resources to do the programs they've have identified. But they are unencumbered by the legislation now, they will start off with a base that will not be my money and will not be your money, they will at least start off with that, that can add to what they have and then that will be no excuse beyond that point, I would think, that we would have to entertain on it.

Motion approved by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Huckaby, Stewart, Carmody, Serio, Spigener, Shyne, and Burrell. 7. Nays: None.

Amendment No. 3:

In Paragraph 2. Appropriations:

Under General Government, increase Other Charges by $10,000 and decrease Operating Reserve by a like amount.

Motion by Councilman Burrell, seconded by Councilman Shyne for adoption of Amendment No. 3. Motion approved by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Huckaby, Stewart, Carmody, Serio, Spigener, Shyne, and Burrell. 7. Nays: None.

Motion by Councilman Shyne, seconded by Councilman Burrell for adoption of the ordinance as amended. Motion approved by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Huckaby, Stewart, Carmody, Serio, Spigener, Shyne, and Burrell. 7. Nays: None.

3. Ordinance No. 194 of 1998: An ordinance adopting the 1999 Capital Improvements Budget in accordance with Section 7.03 of the City Charter, appropriating the funds authorized therein and otherwise providing with respect thereto.

Amendment No. 1:

AMEND THE ORDINANCE AS FOLLOWS:

In Program B - Park Improvements

Independence Stadium Renovations (94B001) is increased by $100,000. Funding sources is General Fund.

Fairgrounds Field (96B012) is decreased by $100,000. Funding source is

General Fund.

Motion by Councilman Burrell, seconded by Councilman Spigener for adoption of Amendment No. 1. Motion approved by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Huckaby, Stewart, Carmody, Serio, Spigener, Shyne, and Burrell. 7. Nays: None.

Amendment No. 2:

Amend the Ordinance as follows:

In Program C - Street Improvements

CDBG Street Overlay (98C001) is increased by $399,000. Funding source is CDBG.

Motion by Councilman Burrell, seconded by Councilman Carmody for adoption of Amendment No. 2. Motion approved by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Huckaby, Stewart, Carmody, Serio, Spigener, Shyne, and Burrell. 7. Nays: None.

Amendment No. 3:

AMEND THE ORDINANCE AS FOLLOWS:

In Program E - Water Improvements

Establish a project entitled Water Treatment Plant Automation (99E001) at $700,000. Funding sources is Water and Sewerage Revenue.

In Program F - Sewer Improvements

Establish a project entitled Wastewater Treatment Plant Automation (99F001) at $700,000. Funding source is Water and Sewerage Revenue.

Motion by Councilman Serio, seconded by Councilman Huckaby for adoption of Amendment No. 3. Motion approved by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Huckaby, Stewart, Carmody, Serio, Spigener, Shyne, and Burrell. 7. Nays: None.

Amendment No. 4:

In Program C - Street Improvements

Stormwater Monitoring Plan (91C016) is increased by $70,000. Funding sources is General Fund.

Transportation Master Plan (99C002) is established at $75,000. Funding source is 1993 GOB Prop 1.

Motion by Councilman Burrell, seconded by Councilman Carmody for adoption of Amendment No. 4. Motion approved by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Huckaby, Stewart, Carmody, Serio, Spigener, Shyne, and Burrell. 7. Nays: None.

Motion by Councilman Shyne, seconded by Councilman Carmody for adoption of the ordinance as amended. Motion approved by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Huckaby, Stewart, Carmody, Serio, Spigener, Shyne, and Burrell. 7. Nays: None.

Ordinance No. 195 of 1998: An ordinance adopting the 1999 Airports Budget, appropriating the funds authorized therein and otherwise providing with respect thereto.

AMEND THE ORDINANCE AS FOLLOWS:

Appropriations Transfer to General Fund is decreased $12,100; and Transfer to Retained Risk is increased by like amount.

Motion by Councilman Huckaby, seconded by Councilman Serio for adoption of the amendment. Motion approved by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Huckaby, Stewart, Carmody, Serio, Spigener, Shyne, and Burrell. 7. Nays: None.

Motion by Councilman Burrell, seconded by Councilman Spigener for adoption of the ordinance as amended. Motion approved by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Huckaby, Stewart, Carmody, Serio, Spigener, Shyne, and Burrell. 7. Nays: None.

Ordinance No. 196 of 1998: An ordinance adopting the 1999 Budget for Water and Sewerage Enterprise Fund, appropriating the funds authorized therein and otherwise providing with respect thereto.

AMEND THE ORDINANCE AS FOLLOWS:

Under Estimated Receipts Estimated Available Fund Balance 1/1/99 is increased $3,672,600; Water Sales is increased by $1,000,000; Sewer Charges is decreased by $650,000; and Interest Earnings is increased by $200,000.

Under Appropriations Personal Services is decreased by $131,600; Contractual Services is increased by $1,050,000; Other Charges is increased by $350,000; Operating Reserves is Increased by $1,204,200; Improvements and Equipment is increased by $350,000; and Transfer to Capital Projects is increased by $1,400,000.

Motion by Councilman Shyne, seconded by Councilman Burrell for adoption of the amendment. Motion approved by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Huckaby, Stewart, Carmody, Serio, Spigener, Shyne, and Burrell. 7. Nays: None.

Motion by Councilman Carmody, seconded by Councilman Shyne for adoption of the ordinance as amended. Motion approved by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Huckaby, Stewart, Carmody, Serio, Spigener, Shyne, and Burrell. 7. Nays: None.

Ordinance No. 197 of 1998: An ordinance adopting the 1999 Budget for the Retained Risk Internal Service Fund Budget, appropriating the funds authorized therein and otherwise providing with respect thereto.

AMEND THE ORDINANCE AS FOLLOWS:

Under Revenues Transfer from General Fund is decreased $600.

Under Appropriations Other Services is decreased by like amount.

Motion by Councilman Spigener, seconded by Councilman Burrell for adoption of the amendment. Motion approved by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Huckaby, Stewart, Carmody, Serio, Spigener, Shyne, and Burrell. 7. Nays: None.

Motion by Councilman Serio, seconded by Councilman Huckaby for adoption of the ordinance as amended. Motion approved by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Huckaby, Stewart, Carmody, Serio, Spigener, Shyne, and Burrell. 7. Nays: None.

Ordinance No. 198 of 1998: An ordinance adopting the 1999 Budget for the Golf Enterprise Fund, appropriating the funds authorized therein and otherwise providing with respect thereto.

Having passed first reading on October 13,1998, was read by title and as read on motion ordered passed to third reading. Read the third time in full and as read motion by Councilman Spigener, seconded by Councilman Shyne adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Huckaby, Stewart, Carmody, Serio, Spigener, Shyne, and Burrell. 7. Nays: None.

Ordinance No. 199 of 1998: An ordinance adopting the 1999 Metropolitan Planning Commission's Special Revenue Fund Budget, appropriating the funds authorized therein and otherwise providing with respect thereto.

Having passed first reading on October 13, 1998, was read by title and as read on motion ordered passed to third reading. Read the third time in full and as read motion by Councilman Shyne, seconded by Councilman Burrell adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Huckaby, Stewart, Carmody, Serio, Spigener, Shyne, and Burrell. 7. Nays: None.

Ordinance No. 200 of 1998: An ordinance adopting the 1999 Budget funding contractual services provided to SporTran by the Metro Management Associates, Inc., appropriating the funds authorized therein and otherwise providing with respect thereto.

Having passed first reading on October 13,1998, was read by title and as read on motion ordered passed to third reading. Read the third time in full and as read motion by Councilman Huckaby, seconded by Councilman Serio adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Huckaby, Stewart, Carmody, Serio, Spigener, Shyne, and Burrell. 7. Nays: None.

Ordinance No. 201 of 1998: An ordinance adopting the 1999 Debt Service Fund Budget, appropriating the funds authorized therein and otherwise providing with respect thereto.

Having passed first reading on October 13,1998, was read by title and as read on motion ordered passed to third reading. Read the third time in full and as read motion by Councilman Serio, seconded by Councilman Burrell adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Huckaby, Stewart, Carmody, Serio, Spigener, Shyne, and Burrell. 7. Nays: None.

Ordinance No. 202 of 1998: An ordinance adopting the 1999 budget for the Community Development Special Revenue Fund, appropriating the funds authorized therein and otherwise providing with respect thereto.

AMEND THE ORDINANCE AS FOLLOWS:

Under Estimated Receipts - Permits and Inspections & Code Enforcement, Transfer From General Fund is decreased by $100,000.

Under Appropriations - Administration, Transfer to General Fund is decreased $10,800; and Improvements & Equipment is increased by like amount.

Permits and Inspections, Improvements and Equipment is decreased $100,000.

Ordinance No. 203 of 1998: An ordinance adopting the 1999 budget for the Riverfront Development Special Revenue Fund, appropriating the funds authorized therein and otherwise providing with respect.

Amendment No. 1:

AMEND THE ORDINANCE AS FOLLOWS:

In Revenue Estimated Fund Balance is decreased $4,948,500.

In Appropriations Operating Reserves is decreased by $4,948,500.

Amendment No. 2:

AMEND THE ORDINANCE AS FOLLOWS:

Under Estimated Receipts - Land Rent is increased by $60,000.

Under Appropriation Personal Services is increased by $10,000; Contractual Services is increased by $150,000; Other Charges is increased by $100,000; and Operating Reserve is decreased by $200,000.

Motion by Councilman Spigener, seconded by Councilman Shyne for adoption of Amendment No. 2. Motion approved by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Huckaby, Stewart, Carmody, Serio, Spigener, Shyne, and Burrell. 7. Nays: None.

Amendment No. 3:

Amend the Ordinance as follows:

Under Appropriation Other Charges is increased by $75,000; Transfer to Capital Projects is decreased by like amount.

Motion by Councilman Shyne, seconded by Councilman Carmody for adoption of Amendment No. 3. Motion approved by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Huckaby, Stewart, Carmody, Serio, Spigener, Shyne, and Burrell. 7. Nays: None.

Amendment No. 4:

Ms. Tomasek: Ya'll ended up appropriating that with 1998 money. It has been budgeted in '98, so we won't be asking for Amendment No. 4.

Ordinance No. 204 of 1998: An ordinance adopting the 1999 budget for the Police Grants Special Revenue Fund, appropriating the funds authorized therein and otherwise providing with respect thereto.

AMEND THE ORDINANCE AS FOLLOWS:

In Revenue 1998/1999 Police Block Grant is funded at $380,200; and Transfer from General Fund is increased $40,000.

In Appropriations - Under 1998/1999 Police Block Grant - Improvements and Equipment is increased by $420,200.

Motion by Councilman Carmody, seconded by Councilman Huckaby for adoption of the amendment. Motion approved by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Huckaby, Stewart, Carmody, Serio, Spigener, Shyne, and Burrell. 7. Nays: None.

Motion by Councilman Huckaby, seconded by Councilman Serio for adoption of the ordinance as amended. Motion approved by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Huckaby, Stewart, Carmody, Serio, Spigener, Shyne, and Burrell. 7. Nays: None.

Ordinance No. 205 of 1998: An ordinance adopting the 1999 budget for the Fleet Services Internal Service Fund budget, appropriating the funds authorized therein and otherwise providing with respect thereto.

Having passed first reading on October 13,1998, was read by title and as read on motion ordered passed to third reading. Read the third time in full and as read motion by Councilman Serio, seconded by Councilman Burrell adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Huckaby, Stewart, Carmody, Serio, Spigener, Shyne, and Burrell. 7. Nays: None.

Mayor Hightower: I would like to thank everyone for their cooperation and certainly thank the staff for working hard. I've been down at City Hall, this is my 9^th budget to take a look at and if I'm not mistaken, and I think that this is the first Council and the first Administration that has passed a budget, prior to the deadline. So, I think that that is hard work on everybody's part to get that done so that we are not wasting a day much less a week or a month to get things done in this city. I think with the appropriations that we made today, it gives us the opportunity to do some things that we all talked about in our campaign. We are going to put together an economic development department like we've never seen in this city before, however we will need some more money to completely fund that department in the coming year, but we will talk about that as revenues become available. And as Councilman Stewart said, there were certainly some budget constraints that we had to work with, so we are not able to do everything that we want to do, and Council members have asked for projects that we are just not able to do everything with the amount of dollars we have. But certainly by mid-year we will have a better feel for what our revenues may actually be and I think give us a better opportunity to fund projects that you think are essential to moving the city forward. But, like I said, I want to thank Tom in particular, he's worked long and hard and the whole staff and the Council staff for working in conjunction with each other to try to get this done, not only done in a manner, like I said, that'll help move the city forward and fund the projects that are necessary to keep us functioning, but also give us a little bit of room to do some of the things that we think we need to do: grant writers, economic development team, which is something that I think there has been a lack of in the past and I think those are the type things that'll bring us those extra dollars that we are talking about to be able to do the projects that we all want to do over the next four years. So, again thanks you very much for your help on the budget.

Councilman Burrell: I want to take this opportunity to thank the Mayor for being more inclusive in trying to give us some of the things that we want as Council members. I think we've all knocked down his door asking for certain things and I think he has been amenable to it. And it is good that Tom is on board in that capacity, at least now I know he is really earning his pay, you see how he is shuffling those papers over there and that is a good sign, that we are on are way.

Councilman Stewart: I would certainly as Chairman compliment the Council individually and collectively along with the Administration and the citizens of Shreveport who have taken a special interest in this. I know many of them are out here. Your patience and your understanding with our issues that we have inherited are certainly appreciated and I compliment you for that position, regardless of where you are and I hope that with your efforts and your focus, my six compadres here and the Mayor, we'll find a resolution for each of the requests we've heard today that will be truly beneficial to everybody. I feel that we have that commitment and not only from the Administration, but from the Council and also from the City. I appreciate ya'll being here today and express your interest.

Ordinance No. 210 of 1998: An ordinance to repeal Section 10-143, relative to sale for consumption prohibited at places where gasoline or motor fuel is sold, and to otherwise provide with respect thereto.

Having passed first reading on October 27,1998, was read by title and as read on motion ordered passed to third reading. Read the third time in full and as read motion by Councilman Serio, seconded by Councilman Shyne to postpone the ordinance until the December 22, 1998 meeting.

Councilman Serio: Charles, over the last hour or so, we had a little discussion in the back and I think we've come up with some issues here that cross several different organizations for the city of Shreveport. And part of what we have come up with, has been to possible look at some of the ordinances and maybe come back to the Council with some corrections or some re-statements, with new ordinances that would eliminate some of the problems or the ambiguity that we have currently have, is that not correct? Mr. Kirkland: I'm optimistic that in this case, that there are ways to reflect the various view of the Mayor's Office, your's, City Attorney and others with some amendments perhaps that can be drafted to what you have got proposed.

Councilman Serio: Then I guess more and most importantly what it is going to take is some help from your department as well as the Legal Department as well as the Police Department to make sure that we do this right this time, because we are dealing with an ordinance that is, a bit in 1967 or 1968 (Mr. Kirkland: That's correct.). There has been a lot of water under the bridge and a lot has changed since then. I think we need to address this correctly. So, fellow Council members with the direction of Mr. Kirkland and the folks from the other departments, I'm going to try to bring back a piece of legislation that will make more sense for the 1990s because what we've got is a piece of legislation that is basically out of date.

Motion to postpone approved by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Huckaby, Stewart, Carmody, Serio, Spigener, Shyne, and Burrell. 7. Nays: None.

Ordinance No. 215 of 1998: An ordinance amending Chapter 106 of the Code of Ordinances, the City of Shreveport Zoning Ordinance, by changing the zoning classification of property located on the NW corner of Hearne and Murray, Shreveport, Caddo Parish, Louisiana, from R-1D, Urban, One Family Residence District to B-1, Buffer Business District with MPC Approval, and to otherwise provide with respect thereto.

Councilman Shyne: I believe yesterday you told me that the MPC recommended the denial? Mr. Kirkland: That was their action, unanimous vote to deny the request and it was appealed to you. Councilman Shyne: I would so move that we deny, we would uphold the recommendation of the MPC. Councilman Shyne: Ms. Glass, what's the correct motion given? Ms. Glass: I believe the effect of that motion would be to defeat the ordinance. The Clerk and I have discussed this and it often causes confusion, but I believe if you don't disagree, if Mr. Shyne makes his motion to uphold the Metropolitan Planning Commission, then you all can vote as you wish and she will record that, if it passes, as a defeat of the ordinance.

Councilman Stewart: Is that comfortable with you Mr. Shyne? Councilman Shyne: I believe that was what I said or would you rather we would defeat? Ms. Glass: Well, in the past we have asked ya'll to do a motion to adopt the ordinance and then vote no on it, and that's caused confusion. We were trying to come up with the least confusing way to do it. Councilman Shyne: What terminology would you like for me to us? Ms. Glass: Just go ahead and make the motion and the Clerk will record it. Councilman Shyne: To defeat? Ms. Glass: I believe your motion was to uphold the decision of the Metropolitan Planning Commission. Councilman Shyne: That's correct. Ms. Glass: You can just go ahead and make that motion.

Having passed first reading on October 27,1998, was read by title and as read on motion ordered passed to third reading. Read the third time in full and as read motion by Councilman Shyne, seconded by Councilman Carmody to uphold the decision of the MPC (denial). Motion approved by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Huckaby, Stewart, Carmody, Serio, Spigener, Shyne, and Burrell. 7. Nays: None.

17. Ordinance No. 223 of 1998: An ordinance amending Ordinance No. 132 of 1997, the 1998 budget funding contractual services provided to SporTran by the Metro Management Associates, Inc., appropriating funds authorized therein, and to otherwise provide with respect thereto.

Councilman Shyne: Mr. Mayor, I believe I asked for some information on Sportran budget and I was told on yesterday that it had been, I believe, delivered to the CAO, but it had not been delivered to me. Mayor Hightower: We'll get it to you today. Councilman Shyne: But if you do, it is going to be after the vote. Councilman Stewart: You want to postpone? Councilman Shyne: Well, let me finish. I'm going to vote to approve this and I'm going to vote on it feeling uncomfortable because I wanted to see a breakdown of his budget in relation to the amount of minorities that he had employed in management positions and for professional contracts. I wanted to see if there was an improvement, if he had any or if he didn't have any or whatever; so, I have not received that information. I'm going to vote for it this time, but next time I'm going to vote to hold up on his budget, because I have not received the information. I'm the one that requested it, I don't think you all did, so I need to have the information.

Ordinance adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Huckaby, Stewart, Carmody, Serio, Spigener, Shyne, and Burrell. 7. Nays: None.

Ordinance No. 224 of 1998: An ordinance amending the 1998 budget for the Community Development Special Revenue Fund, appropriating the funds authorized therein, and to otherwise provide with respect thereto.

AMEND THE ORDINANCE AS FOLLOWS:

Under Revenue - State Emergency Shelter is increased $70,800.

Under Appropriations - Administration, State Emergency Shelter Grants is increased $70,800.

In Permits & Inspection, Personal Services is decreased $107,200; Material & Supplies is increased $6,200; Contractual Services is increased $68,000; Improvements & Equipment is increased $33,000.

Motion by Councilman Serio, seconded by Councilman Burrell for adoption of the ordinance as amended. Motion approved by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Huckaby, Stewart, Carmody, Serio, Spigener, Shyne, and Burrell. 7. Nays: None.

19. Ordinance No. 225 of 1998: An ordinance amending Ordinance No. 126 of 1997, the 1998 Capital Improvements Budget, appropriating funds for capital projects, and to otherwise provide with respect thereto.

AMEND THE ORDINANCE AS FOLLOWS:

In Program C - Street Improvements

David Raines Paving (96C005) is decreased by $650,000. Funding source is 1998 GOB, Prop. 4.

Linear Street Paving (96C007) is decreased by $150,000. Funding source is 1996 GOB, Prop. 4.

Lakeside Paving (96C010) is increased by $325,000. Funding source is 1998 GOB, Prop. 4.

Traffic Signal Installation (96C020) is increased by $125,000. Funding source is 1998 GOB, Prop. 4.

Woolworth Road Bridges (97C002) is increased by $111,600. Funding sources are $43,500 1983 GOB, Prop 4, and $68,100 1989 GOB, Prop. 1.

Street Projects for Economic Development (98C010) is established at $350,000. Funding source is 1998 GOB, Prop. 4.

In Program D - Drainage Improvements

Stormwater Monitoring Plan (91D016) is increased by $32,000. Funding source is 1980 GOB, Prop. 7.

Missouri/Andrew Drainage (96D007) is increased by $75,000. Funding source is 1996 GOB, Prop. 10.

Motion by Councilman Spigener, seconded by Councilman Shyne for adoption of the amendment. Motion approved by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Huckaby, Stewart, Carmody, Serio, Spigener, Shyne, and Burrell. 7. Nays: None.

Ordinance No. 226 of 1998: An ordinance adopting the 1999 Downtown Development District Budget, authorized by law, appropriating the funds authorized therein, and otherwise providing with respect thereto.

Having passed first reading on November 24, 1998, was read by title and as read on motion ordered passed to third reading. Read the third time in full and as read motion by Councilman Burrell, seconded by Councilman Spigener adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Huckaby, Stewart, Carmody, Serio, Spigener, Shyne, and Burrell. 7. Nays: None.

22. Ordinance No. 227 of 1998 by Councilman Huckaby: A ordinance amending Chapter 26 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Shreveport relative to contract record keeping and otherwise providing with respect thereto.

Having passed first reading on November 24, 1998, was read by title and as read on motion ordered passed to third reading. Read the third time in full and as read motion by Councilman Huckaby, seconded by Councilman Serio to postpone the ordinance until the December 22, 1998 meeting. Motion approved by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Huckaby, Stewart, Carmody, Serio, Spigener, Shyne, and Burrell. 7. Nays: None.

Councilman Shyne: This is to the Administration and to Ms. Washington, I would hope that you will be trying your best to find out how this task can be accomplished; it is needed.

Ordinance No. 228 of 1998: An ordinance declaring a public emergency in connection with the Wallace Force Main, located north of Overton Brooks Road and ratifying the expenditure of $30,000 and to otherwise provide with respect thereto.

Having passed first reading on December 8, 1998, was read by title and as read on motion ordered passed to third reading. Read the third time in full and as read motion by Councilman Serio, seconded by Councilman Spigener adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Huckaby, Stewart, Carmody, Serio, Spigener, and Shyne. 6. Nays: None. Out of Chamber: Councilman Burrell. 1.

24. Ordinance No. 237 of 1998: An ordinance declaring a public emergency in connection with the repairs to the Wallace Lift Station Control Panel and ratifying the expenditure of $26,000 and to otherwise provide with respect thereto.

Having passed first reading on December 8, 1998, was read by title and as read on motion ordered passed to third reading. Read the third time in full and as read motion by Councilman Serio, seconded by Councilman Burrell adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Huckaby, Stewart, Carmody, Serio, Spigener, Shyne, and Burrell. 7. Nays: None.

Mr. Thompson: I believe that there are some items that the Administration wanted to add to the agenda if the Council desires to. Mr. Antee: What we've just handed out to each one of your is four different ordinances, three of which will amend the language that is currently in the ordinance to allow parties at Hirsch Coliseum to serve hard alcoholic beverages after the game as well before the game, and it is eliminating the word "pre-game" and substituting it with "official party sponsored by the Independence Bowl" and the fourth that you have in front of you, suspended various ordinances which will allow tailgating on the Fairgrounds and only on the Fairgrounds and it will allow people who are not selling alcohol to have their tailgating without permits, but any retail or anybody that is selling alcohol, will have to go through the normal permitting process. And that, fourth was done last year and on prior occasions as well.

The Council added Resolution No. 253 of 1998 and Ordinance Nos. 241, 242, and 243 of 1998 to the agenda on motion by Councilman Shyne to suspend the rules for the purpose of adding and to add these items to the agenda for Introduction, seconded by Councilman Burrell. Motion approved by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Huckaby, Stewart, Carmody, Serio, Spigener, Shyne and Burrell. 7. Nays: None.

The adopted Ordinances, as amended, follow:

ORDINANCE NO. 170 OF 1998

AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE 1998 BUDGET FOR THE RIVERFRONT DEVELOPMENT SPECIAL REVENUE FUND, APPROPRIATING FUNDS FOR CAPITAL PROJECTS, AND OTHERWISE PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO

BY: COUNCILMAN BURRELL

WHEREAS, Section 4.18 of the Charter of the City of Shreveport provides for the amendment of any previously adopted budget; and

WHEREAS, the African American Multicultural Tourism Commission plays a major role to ensure that Shreveport-Bossier receives a fair share of state, regional, and national meetings, family reunions, and conventions; and

WHEREAS, the African American Multicultural Tourism Commission has requested funding of $50,000 from the City of Shreveport to promote education, tourism, and economic development; and

WHEREAS, the Riverfront Development Special Revenue Fund has sufficient reserves to fund this request.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED, by the City Council of the City of Shreveport, in due, legal and regular session convened, that Ordinance No. 135 of 1997, the 1998 Riverfront Development Special Revenue Fund Budget, as amended, is further amended and reenacted as follows:

Estimated Receipts - The estimated Riverfront Development Special Revenue fund receipts for the year 1998 are hereby established as follows:

Prior Year Fund Balance $6, 468,600

Land Rent $ 450,000

Gaming Head Tax $ 3,757,100

Gross Gaming Revenue $1,034,600

Casino Magic $1,200,000

Transfer From General Fund $ 170,000

TOTAL $13,080,300

2. Appropriations - The funds set forth in the following classes of expenditures and hereby appropriated out of the Riverfront Development Special Revenue Fund receipts for the year 1998:

Personal Services $105,500

Materials and Supplies 3,900

Contractual Services 590,500

Other Charges 1,715,000

Improvements and Equipment 0

Operating Reserves $1,581,600

Transfer to General Fund $1,356,800

Transfer to Capital $5,727,000

Note Payable $2,000,000

TOTAL $13,080,300

BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that paragraphs 3 through 6 of Ordinance No. 135 of 1997, are hereby reenacted.

BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that if any provision or item of this ordinance or the application thereof is held invalid, such invalidity shall not affect other provisions, items, or applications of this ordinance which can be given effect without the invalid provisions, items, or applications; and to this end, the provisions of this ordinance are hereby declared severable.

BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that all ordinances or parts thereof in conflict herewith are hereby repealed.

/s/John David Stewart, Chairman

/s/Arthur G. Thompson, Clerk of Council

ORDINANCE NO. 193 OF 1998

AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING THE 1999 GENERAL FUND BUDGET, APPROPRIATING THE FUNDS AUTHORIZED THEREIN, AND OTHERWISE PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO

WHEREAS, Article 7, Section 7.02 (a) of the City Charter of the City of Shreveport requires the adoption of a comprehensive operating budget for the fiscal year 1999; and

WHEREAS, sufficient receipts for general government operations are available from sources authorized by law; and

WHEREAS, Article 7, Section 7.02 (e), requires appropriation of the sums specified herein for the purposes and from the funds indicated.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the City Council of the City of Shreveport, in due, legal session convened, that:

1. Estimated Receipts - The estimated receipts for the year 1999 are hereby established and adopted as follows:

Taxes and Special Assessments 94,972,100

Licenses and Permits 5,591,500

External Service Charges 6,495,500

Internal Service Charges 3,011,000

Interest Earnings 493,300

Fines and Forfeits 3,717,300

Intergovernmental 1,622,000

Miscellaneous 5,420,300 Prior Year Fund Balance 10,783,100

TOTAL 132,106,100

2. Appropriations - The funds set forth in the following classes of expenditures are hereby appropriated by department, out of the general fund receipts described hereinabove for the year 1999:

Office of the Mayor

Personal Services 2,234,100

Materials and Supplies 73,300

Contractual Services 233,900

Other Charges 18,300

Improvements and Equipment 26,000

Transfer to Fleet Services 1,700

Subtotal 2,587,300

Public Assembly and Recreation

Personal Services 6,947,500

Materials and Supplies 669,100

Contractual Services 1,810,600

Other Charges 179,300

Improvements and Equipment 786,700

Transfer to Fleet Services 238,300

Subtotal 10,631,500

Finance

Personal Services 4,075,900

Materials and Supplies 293,400

Contractual Services 880,900

Other Charges 100

Improvements and Equipment 950,800

Transfer to Fleet Services 2,200

Subtotal 6,203,300

General Government

Personal Services 1,498,000

Materials and Supplies 1,100

Contractual Services 520,000

Other Charges 2,676,300

Operating Reserves 8,930,100

Improvements and Equipment 0

Transfer to M.P.C. 794,800

Transfer to SporTran 3,309,300

Transfer to Retained Risk Fund 4,934,300

Transfer to Community Development 1,915,000

Transfer to Capital 275,000

Transfer to W & S 626,500

Transfer to Fleet Services 227,800

Subtotal 25,107,500

Police

Personal Services 26,471,100

Materials and Supplies 1,005,000

Contractual Services 785,200

Other Charges 403,900

Improvements and Equipment 454.000

Transfer to Police Grants 68,300

Transfer to Fleet Services 1,002,600

Subtotal 30,230,100

Fire

Personal Services 26,120,300

Materials and Supplies 703,600

Contractual Services 709,400

Other Charges 879,100

Improvements and Equipment 638,700

Subtotal 29,051,100

Public Works

Personal Services 9,728,800

Materials and Supplies 1,283,000

Contractual Services 7,994,000

Other Charges 5,500

Improvements and Equipment 4,216,200

Transfer to Fleet Services 1,176,700

Subtotal 24,404,200

City Council

Personal Services 817,900

Materials and Supplies 15,800

Contractual Services 151,900

Improvements and Equipment 38,000

Transfer to Fleet Services 500

Subtotal 1,024,100

City Courts

Personal Services 1,433,600

Materials and Supplies 38,700

Contractual Services 56,500

Transfer to Fleet Services 700

Subtotal 1,529,500

City Marshal

Personal Services 794,400

Materials and Supplies 23,000

Contractual Services 7,000

Transfer to Fleet Services 12,400

Subtotal 836,800

GENERAL FUND OPERATIONS - TOTAL $132,106,100

3. The General Fund Budget and budgets for the funds described hereinabove presented to the Council by the Mayor on October 1, 1998, as amended by subsequent action by this Council, be and the same are hereby adopted.

4. Capital Transfers - All amounts authorized by the capital budget ordinance to be financed from general fund receipts shall be transferred to the proper capital funds as provided in the capital budget ordinance.

5. Administration - The Mayor is hereby authorized to execute all contracts, deeds, and other legal instruments necessary to expend and receive the funds herein authorized, excluding contracts for the retention of special legal counsel.

6. City Court Judges' Salaries - The salary paid to each City Court Judge by the City of Shreveport shall be $55,403 per annum for the year 1999.

7. City Marshal's Salary - The salary paid to the City Marshal by the City of Shreveport shall be $65,064 per annum for the year 1999.

8. Donation of City Funds - The Mayor is hereby authorized to execute all contracts involving funds appropriated herein. However prior to execution, all contracts in which the city undertakes obligations or responsibilities over and above payment of funds herein appropriated must be authorized in accordance with Section 26.53 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Shreveport, as it exists now or may hereafter be amended,

BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that if any provision or item of this ordinance or the application thereof is held invalid, such invalidity shall not affect other provisions, items, or applications of this ordinance which can be given effect without the invalid provisions, items or applications; and to this end, the provisions of this ordinance are hereby declared severable.

BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that all ordinances or parts thereof in conflict herewith are hereby repealed.

BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that this ordinance will be effective January 1, 1999.

/s/John David Stewart, Chairman

/s/Arthur G. Thompson, Clerk of Council

ORDINANCE NO. 194 OF 1998

AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING THE 1999 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS BUDGET IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 7.03 OF THE CITY CHARTER, APPROPRIATING THE FUNDS AUTHORIZED THEREIN, AND OTHERWISE PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO

WHEREAS, Under Section 7.03 of the City Charter as amended, the appropriations set forth in Ordinance No. 166 of 1992, the 1993 Capital Improvements Budget remain in effect until amended; and

WHEREAS, 1999 appropriations are necessary only for those projects which are new or for which the appropriation is increased or decreased from the 1998 Budget.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the City Council of the City of Shreveport in due, regular and legal session convened, that the following funds are hereby appropriated for the projects in the column titled 1999 Budget. For those projects shown, total project spending for all years shall not exceed the amount appropriated herein. For projects not shown, the 1993 Budget appropriation in Ordinance No. 166 of 1992, as amended, shall remain in effect. The Director of Finance is authorized to expend same in accordance with law to the extent that funds are available.

PROGRAM A - BUILDING AND IMPROVEMENT

1999 1999

PROJECTS CHANGE BUDGET

1. Multicultural Center (96A003) 200,000 875,000

2. Riverfront Buildings Improvements (97A001) 725,000 725,000

3. Stoner Avenue Environmental Cleanup (97A002) 2,000,000 2,200,000

4. Festival Site Development (98A001) 1,636,900 6,583,400

TOTAL PROGRAM A - BUILDING IMPROVEMENTS 4,561,900 10,383,400

REVENUES

Transfers from Other Funds Total

RiverFront Development Special Revenue Fund 3,836,900

Hotel - Motel Tax Rebate 725,000

TOTAL REVENUES - ALL SOURCES 4,561,900

PROGRAM B - RECREATION AND IMPROVEMENTS

1999 1999

PROJECTS CHANGE BUDGET

1. Fairgrounds Field (97B001) 200,000 1,030,000

2. Indendence Stadium Renovations (94B001) is increased by $100,000. Funding sources is General Fund.

3. Fairgrounds Field (96B012) is decreased by $100,000. Funding source is

General Fund.

TOTAL PROGRAM B - RECREATION IMPROVEMENTS 200,000 1,030,000

REVENUES

Transfers from Other Funds Total

General Fund 200,000

TOTAL REVENUES - ALL SOURCES 200,000

PROGRAM C - STREET IMPROVEMENT

1999 1999

PROJECTS CHANGE BUDGET

1. Fern Ave. Extension - 70th to Pierremont

(98C003) 750,000 2,000,000

2. Shreveport Reference Markers Update (99C001) 200,000 200,000

3. CDBG Street Overlay (98C001) is increased by $399,000. Funding source is CDBG.

4. Stormwater Monitoring Plan (91C016) is increased by $70,000. Funding sources is General Fund.

5. Transportation Master Plan (99C002) is established at $75,000. Funding source is 1993 GOB Prop 1.

TOTAL PROGRAM C - STREET IMPROVEMENTS 950,000 2,200,000

REVENUES

General Obligation Bonds Total

1993B, Prop. 1 200,000

Other Revenues

Private Donations 750,000

TOTAL REVENUES - ALL SOURCES 950,000

PROGRAM D - DRAINAGE IMPROVEMENTS

1999 1999

PROJECTS CHANGE BUDGET

1. Ockley Ditch Improvements (92D002) 600,000 14,046,100

TOTAL PROGRAM D - DRAINAGE IMPROVEMENTS 600,000 14,046,100

REVENUES Total

Statewide Flood Control 600,000

TOTAL REVENUE - ALL SOURCES 600,000

PROGRAM E - WATER IMPROVEMENTS

1999 1999

PROJECTS CHANGE BUDGET

1. Water Treatment Plant

Renovations Phase IV (93E003) 1,600,000 3,800,000

2. Water Treatment Plant Automation (99E001) at $700,000. Funding sources is Water and Sewerage Revenue.

TOTAL PROGRAM E - WATER IMPROVEMENTS 1,600,000 3,800,000

REVENUES Total

Revenue Bonds

1990A Utility Revenue Bonds (160,000)

1990B Utility Revenue Bonds 160,000

1994A Utility Revenue Bonds 1,600,000

TOTAL REVENUES - ALL SOURCES 1,600,000

PROGRAM F - SEWER IMPROVEMENTS

1999 1999

PROJECTS CHANGE BUDGET

1. SSO Abatement Program (98F004) 2,000,000 3,250,000

2. Wastewater Treatment Plant Automation (99F001) at $700,000. Funding source is Water and Sewerage Revenue.

TOTAL PROGRAM F - SEWER IMPROVEMENTS 2,000,000 3,250,000

REVENUES Total

Revenue Bonds

1989A Utility Revenue Bond (425,000)

1991A Utility Revenue Bond 425,000

1993B Utility Revenue Bond 1,200,000

1994A Utility Revenue Bond 800,000

TOTAL REVENUES - ALL SOURCES 2,000,000

PROGRAM H - AIRPORT IMPROVEMENTS

1999 1999

PROJECTS CHANGE BUDGET

1. General Aviation Commercial Service

Ramp Rehap (99H001) 1,100,000 1,100,000

2. Land Acquisition for Security Purposes

(99H002) 611,100 611,100

TOTAL PROGRAM H - AIRPORT IMPROVEMENTS 1,711,100 1,711,100

REVENUES Total

Federal Aviation Administration 1,400,000

Shreveport Airport Authority 155,500

State Grant 155,600

TOTAL REVENUES - ALL SOURCES 1,711,100

PROGRAM L - TRANSIT IMPROVEMENTS

1999 1999

PROJECTS CHANGE BUDGET

1. 1999 Sportran Capital

Improvements (99L001) 2,371,000 2,371,000

2. Sportran Maintenance

Facility (96L002) 500,000 4,100,000

TOTAL PROGRAM L - TRANSIT IMPROVEMENTS 2,871,000 6,471,000

REVENUES Total

General Fund 572,300

FTA/FHWA Grant 2,298,700

TOTAL REVENUES - ALL SOURCES 2,871,000

GRAND TOTAL - 1999 CHANGE $14,494,000

GRAND TOTAL - 1999 BUDGET $42,891,600

GRAND TOTAL - REVENUES (ALL SOURCES) $42,891,600

SECTION II: That the 1999 budget appropriations be allocated for each project, and the Director of Finance shall not approve any expenditures which are not in accordance with such allocations as provided in Article 7, Section 7.03, of the Charter of the City of Shreveport.

SECTION III: That no office, department head, or agency be allowed to expend any funds or incur any obligations other than in accordance with the Capital Budget Ordinance appropriations as provided in Article 7, Section 7.03(e), of the Charter of the City of Shreveport.

SECTION IV: The Mayor be and he is hereby authorized to execute all contracts, deeds, and other legal instruments necessary to expend and receive the funds herein authorized.

SECTION V: The Mayor is authorized to transfer among projects within programs and funding sources an amount which will not increase or decrease any Project Budget Total more than ten percent (10%), provided, however, that at least one hundred twenty (120) hours, excluding holidays and weekends, prior to taking such action, the Mayor shall notify the members of the City Council of the proposed action, the reason(s) the transfer needs to be made and the impact the transfer will have on the projects, by filing such notice with the Clerk of Council who shall immediately forward copies of the notice to all members of the City Council and shall file the original of such notice with the current Capital Budget Ordinance. Thereafter, a call for a Special Council meeting to consider any proposed transfer of funds will stop any action on the designated project. Provided further that funds may be transferred one time only to or from a project unless the prior transfer(s) has been included in a capital budget amendment.

BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that all ordinances or parts thereof in conflict herewith are hereby repealed.

/s/John David Stewart, Chairman

/s/Arthur G. Thompson, Clerk of Council

ORDINANCE NO. 195 OF 1998

AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING THE 1999 AIRPORTS BUDGET, APPROPRIATING THE FUNDS AUTHORIZED THEREIN, AND OTHERWISE PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO

WHEREAS, Article 7, Section 7.02 (a) of the City Charter of the City of Shreveport, requires the adoption of a comprehensive operating budget for the fiscal year 1999; and

WHEREAS, sufficient revenues for the operation of Shreveport Regional Airport and Downtown Airport are available from sources authorized by law; and

WHEREAS, Article 7, Section 7.02 (e), requires the appropriation of the sums specified herein for the purposes and from the funds indicated.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the City Council of the City of Shreveport, in due, legal session convened that:

1. Estimated Receipts - The estimated Airport receipts for the year 1999 are hereby established and adopted as follows:

Estimated Available Fund Balance 1/1/99 6,746,400

Parking and rentals 2,906,800

Airport Fees 2,928,400

Other Airport Revenues 923,500

Interest Income 450,000

Other Income 25,500

TOTAL 13,980,600

2. Appropriations - The funds set forth in the following classes of expenditures are hereby appropriated out of the Airport operating receipts for the year 1999:

Personal Services 3,046,600

Materials and Supplies 259,700

Contractual Services 994,700

Other Charges 1,787,900

Operating Reserves 6,954,700

Improvements and Equipment 56,300

Transfer to Capital Project 200,000

Transfer to General Fund 196,400

Transfer to Retained Risk Fund 184,300

Transfer to Debt Service Fund 300,000

TOTAL 13,980,600

3. The Airport's Budget presented to the Council by the Mayor on October 1, 1998, as amended by subsequent action by this Council, be and the same is hereby adopted.

4. Capital Transfers: All amounts authorized by the capital budget ordinance to be financed from Airport receipts shall be transferred to the capital fund as provided in the capital budget ordinance.

5. Administration: The Mayor is hereby authorized to execute all contracts, deeds, and other legal instruments necessary to expend or receive funds herein authorized.

6. Donation of City Funds: No funds herein appropriated shall be donated, loaned, or pledged, and no expenditures for such purposes shall be authorized except in accordance with Ordinance No. 315 of 1979, codified as Section 26-53 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Shreveport, as it exists now or may hereafter be amended.

BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that if any provision or item of this ordinance or the application thereof is held invalid, such invalidity shall not affect other provisions, items, or applications of this ordinance which can be given effect without the invalid provisions, items, or applications, and to this end, the provisions of this ordinance are hereby declared severable.

BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that all ordinances or parts thereof in conflict herewith are hereby repealed.

BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that this ordinance will be effective January 1, 1999.

/s/John David Stewart, Chairman

/s/Arthur G. Thompson, Clerk of Council

ORDINANCE NO. 196 OF 1998

AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING THE 1999 BUDGET FOR WATER AND SEWERAGE ENTERPRISE FUND, APPROPRIATING THE FUNDS AUTHORIZED THEREIN, AND OTHERWISE PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO

WHEREAS, Article 7, Section 7.02 (a) of the City Charter of the City of Shreveport, requires the adoption of a comprehensive operating budget for the fiscal year 1999; and

WHEREAS, sufficient revenues for the operation of the Department of Water and Sewerage are available from sources authorized by law; and

WHEREAS, Article 7, Section 7.02 (e), requires the appropriation of the sums specified herein for the purposes and from the funds indicated.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the City Council of the City of Shreveport, in due, legal session convened, that:

l. Estimated Receipts - The estimated water and sewerage receipts for the year 1999 are hereby established and adopted as follows:

Estimated Available Fund Balance 1/1/99 8,802,400

Water Sales 19,405,900

Sewer Charges 15,756,800

Other External Charges 84,300

Internal Service Charges 1,214,500

Interest Earnings 1,200,000

Other Income 21,000

State Grant 50,000

TOTAL 46,534,900

2. Appropriations - The funds set forth in the following classes of expenditures are hereby appropriated out of the water and sewerage receipts for the year 1999:

Personal Services 11,507,900

Materials & Supplies 3,315,800

Contractual Services 5,863,300

Other Charges 13,496,400

Operating Reserves 3,320,700

Improvement and Equipment 3,882,300

Transfer to Debt Service 295,000

Transfer to General Fund 2,156,800

Transfer to Retained Risk Fund 695,500

Transfer to Fleet Services 597,500

Refund Extension Contract 3,700

Transfer to Capital Project 1,400,000

TOTAL 46,534,900

3. The Water and Sewerage fund budget presented to the Council by the Mayor on October 1, 1998, as amended by subsequent action by this Council, be and the same is hereby adopted.

4. Capital Transfers: All amounts authorized by the Capital Budget Ordinance to be financed from Water and Sewerage receipts shall be transferred to the proper capital funds as provided in the Capital Budget Ordinance.

5. Administration: The Mayor is hereby authorized to execute all contracts, deeds, and other legal instruments necessary to expend or receive funds herein authorized.

6. Donation of City Funds: No funds herein appropriated shall be donated, loaned or pledged, and no expenditures for such purposes shall be authorized except in accordance with Ordinance 315 of 1979, codified as Section 26.53 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Shreveport, as it exists now or may hereafter be amended.

BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that all ordinances or parts thereof in conflict herewith are hereby repealed.

BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that this ordinance will be effective January 1, 1999.

/s/John David Stewart, Chairman

/s/Arthur G. Thompson, Clerk of Council

ORDINANCE NO. 197 OF 1998

AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING THE 1999 BUDGET FOR THE RETAINED RISK INTERNAL SERVICE FUND BUDGET, APPROPRIATING THE FUNDS AUTHORIZED THEREIN, AND OTHERWISE PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO

WHEREAS, Article 7, Section 7.02 (a) of the City Charter of the City of Shreveport requires the adoption of a comprehensive operating budget for fiscal year 1999; and

WHEREAS, the City Council by Ordinance No. 4 of 1988 created a Retained Risk Fund whose purpose is to provide funding for property damage, workers' compensation and general liability claims through an internal service fund administered by the Department of Finance; and

WHEREAS, it is necessary to adopt a 1999 budget for the Retained Risk Fund in order to account for its anticipated revenues and expenditures.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the City Council of the City of Shreveport, in due, legal session convened, that:

1. Estimated Receipts - The estimated Retained Risk Fund receipts for the year 1999 are hereby established as follows:

Estimated Fund Balance as of 1/1/99 4,200,000

Transfer from General Fund 4,934,300

Transfer from Water and Sewerage Fund 695,500

Transfer from Airports Fund 196,400

Contributions 0

Interest Income 300,000

TOTAL RECEIPTS 10,326,800

2. Appropriation: The Funds set forth in the following class of expenditures are hereby appropriated out of the Retained Risk Fund receipts for the year 1999:

Personal Services 1,107,100

Materials & Supplies 6,900

Contractual Services 14,200

Other Services 4,191,200

Liability Reserves 5,000,000

Improvements & Equipment 4,000

Transfer to Fleet Services 2,800

TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 10,326,800

3. The Retained Risk Fund budget presented to the Council by the Mayor on October 1, 1998 as amended by any subsequent action of this Council, be and the same is hereby adopted.

4. Administration - The Mayor is hereby authorized to execute all contracts, deeds, and other legal instruments necessary to expend and receive funds herein authorized, subject to the provisions of Section 26-174 of the Code of Ordinances, relative to the settlement of claims against the City.

5. Donation of City Funds - No funds herein appropriated shall be donated, loaned, pledged, and no expenditures for such purposes shall be authorized except in accordance with Ordinance 315 of 1979, codified as Section 26-53 of the Code of Ordinances, as it exists now or may hereafter be amended.

BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that all ordinances or parts thereof in conflict herewith are hereby repealed.

BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that this ordinance will be effective January 1, 1999.

/s/John David Stewart, Chairman

/s/Arthur G. Thompson, Clerk of Council

ORDINANCE NO. 198 OF 1998

AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING THE 1999 BUDGET FOR THE GOLF ENTERPRISE FUND, APPROPRIATING THE FUNDS AUTHORIZED THEREIN, AND OTHERWISE PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO

WHEREAS, Article 7, Section 7.02 (b) of the City Charter of the City of Shreveport requires the adoption of a comprehensive operating budget for fiscal year 1999; and

WHEREAS, sufficient revenues for the operation of the City's three municipal golf courses are available from sources authorized by law; and

WHEREAS, Article 7, Section 7.02 (e) requires the appropriation of the sums specified herein for the purposes and from the funds indicated.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED, by the City Council of the City of Shreveport, in due, legal session convened, that:

1. Estimated Receipts - The estimated Golf Enterprise Fund receipts for the year 1999 are hereby established and adopted as follows:

Estimated Available Fund Balance 1/1/99 0

External Service Charges 1,384,300

Other Revenues 219,300

TOTAL 1,603,600

2. Appropriations - The receipts of the Golf Enterprise Fund are hereby appropriated to the following classes of expenditures for 1999:

Personal Services 865,100

Materials and Supplies 227,700

Contractual Services 265,600

Other Charges 800

Operating Reserves 121,900

Improvements and Equipment 27,700

Transfer to General Fund 25,000

Transfer to Fleet Services 34,800

TOTAL 1,603,600

3. The Golf Enterprise Fund budget presented to the Council by the Mayor on October 1, 1998, as amended by subsequent action of this Council, be and the same is hereby adopted.

4. Capital Transfers - All amounts authorized by the capital budget ordinance to be financed by Golf Enterprise Fund receipts shall be transferred to the capital fund as provided in the capital budget ordinance.

5. Administration - The Mayor is hereby authorized to execute all contracts, deeds and other legal instruments necessary to expend or receive funds herein authorized.

6. Donation of City Funds - No funds herein appropriated shall be donated, loaned, or pledged, and no expenditures for such purposes shall be authorized except in accordance with Section 26.53 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Shreveport, as it exists now or may hereafter be amended.

BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that all ordinances or parts thereof in conflict herewith are hereby repealed.

BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that this ordinance will be effective January 1, 1999.

/s/John David Stewart, Chairman

/s/Arthur G. Thompson, Clerk of Council

ORDINANCE NO. 199 OF 1998

AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING THE 1999 METROPOLITAN PLANNING COMMISSION'S SPECIAL REVENUE FUND BUDGET, APPROPRIATING THE FUNDS AUTHORIZED THEREIN, AND OTHERWISE PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO

WHEREAS, Article 7, Section 7.02 (a) of the City Charter of the City of Shreveport requires the adoption of a comprehensive operating budget for fiscal year 1999; and

WHEREAS, State Law requires that the Metropolitan Planning Commission provide staff support to the Caddo Parish Commission, which support is reimbursed by the Parish; and

WHEREAS, sufficient revenues for the operation of the Metropolitan Planning Commission are available from sources authorized by law; and

WHEREAS, Article 7, Section 7.02 (e) requires appropriation of the sums specified herein for the purposes and from the funds indicated.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the City Council of the City of Shreveport, in due, legal session convened, that:

1. Estimated Receipts: The estimated receipts for the Metropolitan Planning Commission's Special Revenue Fund for the year 1999 are hereby established and adopted as follows:

External Service Charges and Fees 119,500

Caddo Parish Reimbursement 128,000

Operating Subsidy -

Transfer from General Fund 794,800

TOTAL 1,042,300

2. Appropriations: The funds set forth in the following classes of expenditures are hereby appropriated out of the Metropolitan Planning Commission's receipts for the year 1999:

Personal Services 934,200

Materials and Supplies 26,600

Contractual Services 42,400

Improvements and Equipment 36,000

Transfer to Fleet Services 3,100

TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 1,042,300

3. The Metropolitan Planning Commission's Special Revenue Budget presented to the Council by the Mayor on October 1, 1998, as amended by subsequent action by this Council, be and the same is hereby adopted.

4. Administration: The Mayor is hereby authorized to execute all contracts, deeds and other legal instruments necessary to expend or receive funds herein authorized.

5. Donation of City Funds: No funds herein appropriated shall be donated, loaned, or pledged, and no expenditures for such purposes shall be authorized except in accordance with Ordinance No. 315 of 1979, codified as Section 26 - 53 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Shreveport, as it exists now or may hereafter be amended.

6. Dedication of Revenues: The funds collected as charges and fees pursuant to Section VII.A.8, of the City Zoning Ordinance, the funds paid to the City by the Caddo Parish Commission pursuant to LA R.S. 33:140.4, and the operating subsidy transferred herein from the General Fund are hereby dedicated to the operation and administration of the Metropolitan Planning Commission and its facilities and staff for the year 1999.

BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that if any provision or item of this ordinance or the application thereof is held invalid, such invalidity shall not affect other provisions, items, or applications of this ordinance which can be given effect without the invalid provisions, items, or applications, and to this end, the provisions of this ordinance are hereby declared severable.

BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that all ordinances or parts thereof in conflict herewith are hereby repealed.

BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that this ordinance will be effective January 1, 1999.

/s/John David Stewart, Chairman

/s/Arthur G. Thompson, Clerk of Council

ORDINANCE NO. 200 OF 1998

AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING THE 1999 BUDGET FUNDING CONTRACTUAL SERVICES PROVIDED TO SPORTRAN BY THE METRO MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATES, INC., TO OTHERWISE PROVIDE WITH RESPECT THERETO

WHEREAS, the City of Shreveport has entered into a contractual agreement with the Metro Management Associates, Inc. to provide complete professional management services to facilitate the operations and maintenance of a public transportation system, commonly known as SPORTRAN; and

WHEREAS, the receipts from the operation of SPORTRAN are dedicated to the operation and maintenance of said public transportation system; and

WHEREAS, Article 7, Section 7.02 (a) of the City Charter of the City of Shreveport requires the adoption of a comprehensive operating budget for fiscal year 1999; and

WHEREAS, SPORTRAN operating receipts will be insufficient in and of themselves to operate and maintain the system in 1999; and

WHEREAS, the City will provide an operating subsidy from its General Fund receipts to cover its share of the operating deficit; and

WHEREAS, Article 7, Section 7.02 (e) requires appropriation of the sums specified here in for the purposes and from the funds indicated.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED, by the City Council of the City of Shreveport, in due, legal session convened, that:

1. Estimated Receipts - The estimated receipts, including operating subsidies available for the operation of SPORTRAN for the year of 1999 are hereby established and adopted as follows:

Operating Income 2,076,000

Government Grants and Contributions:

Bossier City 300,000

Shreveport 3,309,300

UMTA 1,375,000

La DOTD 587,000

Subtotal 5,571,300

TOTAL 7,647,300

2. Appropriations - All funds set forth in the following class of expenditures are hereby appropriated out of the receipts produced by SPORTRAN operations and operating subsidy receipts for the year 1999:

Contractual Services 7,075,000

Transfer to Capital 572,300

TOTAL 7,647,300

3. The budget funding contractual services provided to SPORTRAN by the Metro Management Associates, Inc. presented to the Council by the Mayor on October 1, 1998, as amended by subsequent action of this Council, be and the same is hereby adopted.

4. Capital Transfers - All amounts authorized by the capital budget ordinance to be financed by SPORTRAN receipts and subsidies shall be transferred to the capital fund as provided in the capital budget ordinance.

5. Operating Transfers: All amounts authorized in the budget to subsidize SPORTRAN operations shall be transferred to the SPORTRAN budget as needed.

6. Administration - The Mayor, or any duly appointed representative, is hereby authorized to execute all contracts, deeds and other legal instruments necessary to expend or receive funds herein authorized.

BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that all ordinances or parts thereof in conflict herewith are hereby repealed.

BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that this ordinance will be effective January 1, 1999.

/s/John David Stewart, Chairman

/s/Arthur G. Thompson, Clerk of Council

ORDINANCE NO. 201 OF 1998

AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING THE 1999 DEBT SERVICE FUND BUDGET, APPROPRIATING THE FUNDS AUTHORIZED THEREIN AND OTHERWISE PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO

WHEREAS, Article 7, Section 7.02 (b), of the City Charter of the City of Shreveport requires the adoption of a comprehensive operating budget for fiscal year 1999; and

WHEREAS, under the provision cited hereinabove, the City of Shreveport is authorized to adopt a debt service fund budget to fund the payment of principal and interest on the General Obligation Bonds of the City during 1999; and

WHEREAS, a special tax will be authorized by law and allocated to the City's debt service fund; and

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the City Council of the City of Shreveport, in due, legal session convened, that:

1. Estimated Receipts: The estimated receipts for the Debt Service Fund for the year 1999 are hereby established and adopted as follows:

Total Fund Balance 1/1/99 22,831,700

Ad Valorem Taxes (30.54 Mills) 24,072,400

Interest Earned on Fund Balance 664,400

Miscellaneous 800

TOTAL 47,569,300

2. Appropriations: All funds set forth in the following classes of expenditures are hereby appropriated out of the Debt Service Fund receipts for the year 1999 to pay interest on and retire bonds:

1999 Requirements -

Principal & Interest 30,472,400

Less: Amount paid by Water and

Sewerage Fund (294,700)

Less: Amount paid by Fleet Service ( 33,900)

Total Expenditures 30.143,800

Other Financing Services:

Operating Transfers in:

General Fund 6,676,500

Total Other Financing Sources 6,676.500

Estimated Fund Balance 12/31/99 24,102,000

3. The Debt Service Fund Budget presented to the Council by the Mayor on October 1, 1998, as amended by subsequent action by this Council, be and the same is hereby adopted.

4. Administration: The Mayor and any duly appointed representative is hereby authorized to execute all contracts, deeds, and other legal instruments necessary to expend or receive funds herein authorized.

BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that if any provision or item of this Ordinance or the application thereof is held invalid, such invalidity shall not affect other provisions, items, or applications of this Ordinance which can be given effect without the invalid provisions, items or applications, and to this end, the provisions of this Ordinance are hereby declared severable.

BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that all ordinances or parts thereof in conflict herewith are hereby repealed.

BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that this ordinance will be effective January 1, 1999.

/s/John David Stewart, Chairman

/s/Arthur G. Thompson, Clerk of Council

ORDINANCE NO. 202 OF 1998

AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING THE 1999 BUDGET FOR THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT SPECIAL REVENUE FUND, APPROPRIATING THE FUNDS AUTHORIZED THEREIN, AND OTHER-WISE PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO

WHEREAS, Article 7, Section 7.02 (a) of the City Charter of the City of Shreveport requires the adoption of a comprehensive operating budget for the fiscal year 1999; and

WHEREAS, the City of Shreveport has available in fiscal year 1999 certain federal funds granted to the City as the recipient under the terms of the Jobs Training Partnership Act; and

WHEREAS, the expenditure of these funds is limited by federal law and the Code of Federal Regulations to certain specific purposes; and

WHEREAS, proper financial reporting and control of these federal funds including but not necessarily limited to Community Development Block Grant Funds requires that they be appropriated separately from General Fund revenues and expenditures; and

WHEREAS, the Department of Community Development is by ordinance given the responsibility for the administration of the City's federally funded employment and training programs including but not necessarily limited to Community Development Block Grant.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the City Council of the City of Shreveport, in due, legal session convened, that:

1. Estimated Receipts - The estimated Community Development Special Revenue Fund receipts for the year 1999 are hereby established as follows:

Estimated Available Fund Balance 1/1/99 8,200 Sales Tax Program Income 18,700

CDBG Program Income 672,600

Transfer from General Fund 281,200

Workforce Development Entitlements 4,043,800

SUBTOTAL 5,024,500

CDBG Entitlement 3,809,000

HOME Entitlement 1,380,000

Federal Emergency Shelter 151,000

State Emergency Shelter 186,000

Private Donations 15,000

Welfare to Work 737,800

Transfer from General Fund 168,300

SUBTOTAL 6,447,100

Permits and Inspections & Code Enforcement

External Service Charges 1,491,300

Transfer from General Fund 1,265,500

SUBTOTAL 2,956,800

TOTAL ESTIMATED RECEIPTS 14,428,400

2. Appropriations - The funds set forth in the following classes of expenditures and projects are hereby appropriated out of the Community Development Special Revenue Fund receipts for the year 1999:

Administration

Personal Services 959,300

Materials and Supplies 35,400

Contractual Services 56,600

Other Charges 3,100

Improvements and Equipment 27,000

Indirect Cost 389,800

Transfer to Capital 399,300

Transfer to Fleet Services 95,200

Subtotal 1,965,900

Emergency Shelter Grants

Federal - ESG 151,000

State - ESG 186,000

Subtotal 337,000

Public Facility and Improvements

Caddo Community Action Agency 150,000

Subtotal 150,000

Public Services

LSU Dept of Pediatrics 55,000

VOA - Lighthouse 50,000

The Extra Mile 35,000

Caddo Council on Aging 123,000

Boy Scouts 25,000

St. Catherine Community Center 37,700

SPAR 56,000

Subtotal 381,700

Community Services

Personal Services 1,161,000

Materials and Supplies 44,300

Contractual Services 109,500

Other Charges 8,800

Improvements and Equipment 68,900

Subtotal 1,392,500

Business Development

Loan Program (CDBG) 672,600

Business Development Special Projects 2,500

Loan Program (Sales Tax) 18,700

Professional Services (Sales Tax) 5,700

Subtotal 699,500

JTPA Program IIA

Personal Services 60,000

Materials and Supplies 16,000

Contractual Services 308,000

Other Charges 64,500

Subtotal 448,500

JTPA Program IIB

Personal Services 405,000

Contractual Services 250,000

Subtotal 655,000

JTPA Program IIC

Personal Services 32,700

Materials and Supplies 2,000

Contractual Services 287,400

Other Charges 10,000

Subtotal 332,100

8% JTPA Program

Contractual Services 65,400

Subtotal 65,400

Dislocated Workers - Title III

Personal Services 28,000

Materials and Supplies 29,500

Contractual Services 478,500

Other Charges 40,000

Improvements and Equipment 10,900

Subtotal 586,900

LAJET Program

Personal Services 258,700

Materials and Supplies 17,100

Contractual Services 454,500

Other Charges 67,800

Improvements & Equipment 89,700

Subtotal 887,800

Welfare to Work

Personal Services 90,000

Material and Supplies 2,000

Contractual Services 435,100

Subtotal 527,100

Housing Projects

Paint Your Heart Out - Private 15,000

Paint Your Heart Out - Federal 180,000

Purchase Rehab 400,000

Shreveport Home Ownership 929,000

CHDO - Community Housing Dev. Org 207,000

Wheel Chair Ramp 25,000

Housing Demolition 150,000

Neighborhood Revitalization 50,200

Downpayment Assistance 25,000

Creole Cabin 25,000

Shreveport Renewal Limited Partnership

Repayment (Section 108) 336,000

Buy Down Assistance 150,000

Infill Development 250,000

Leased Housing Rehab 300,000

Subtotal 3,042,200

Permits and Inspections

Personal Services 885,700

Materials and Supplies 55,300

Contractual Services 59,200

Other Charges 0

Improvements and Equipment 100,500

Subtotal 1,100,700

Codes Enforcement

Personal Services 809,200

Materials and Supplies 53,200

Contractual Services 434,300

Other Charges 367,200

Improvements and Equipment 92,200

Subtotal 1,756,100

TOTAL 14,428,400

3. The Community Development Special Revenue Budget presented to the Council by the Mayor on October 13, 1998, as amended by subsequent action by this Council, be and the same is hereby adopted.

4. Administration - The Mayor is hereby authorized to execute all contracts, deeds and other legal instruments necessary to expend and receive the funds herein authorized, and in accordance with the assurance contained in the Federal and State grants received by the City. It is further recognized that "Notices of Funds Available" has been received only through the close of the State of Louisiana's budget year (June 30) and that the availability of funds beyond June 30 is an estimate only. The Chief Administrative Officer shall not approve any allotment which would exceed the amount for which a "Notice of Funds Available" has been received, and the Director of Finance shall not approve any expenditure which is not in accordance with such allotment.

5. Donation of City Funds - No funds herein appropriated shall be donated, loaned or pledged, and no expenditures for such purposes shall be authorized except in accordance with Section 2-8.3 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Shreveport, as it exists now or may hereinafter be amended.

6. Program Income - All receipts generated directly from activities funded from intergovernmental sources shall be deposited into the proper Special Revenue Fund in accordance with State or Federal law.

BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that all ordinances or parts thereof in conflict herewith are hereby repealed.

BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that this ordinance will be effective January 1, 1999.

/s/John David Stewart, Chairman

/s/Arthur G. Thompson, Clerk of Council

ORDINANCE NO. 203 OF 1998

AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING THE 1999 BUDGET FOR THE RIVERFRONT DEVELOPMENT SPECIAL REVENUE FUND, APPROPRIATING THE FUNDS AUTHORIZED THEREIN, AND OTHERWISE PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO

WHEREAS, Article 7, Section 7.02 (a) of the City Charter of the City of Shreveport requires the adoption of a comprehensive operating budget for the fiscal year 1999; and

WHEREAS, the City of Shreveport has established riverfront development as an integral component of the City's economic development strategy; and

WHEREAS, the City of Shreveport has available in fiscal year 1999 certain funds granted to the City as a result of River boat Gaming activity; and

WHEREAS, the generation and magnitude of these funds depends upon the success of the River boat gaming activity; and

WHEREAS, the development and implementation of riverfront, downtown and economic development plans are critical to the success of the River boat Gaming activity; and

WHEREAS, Riverfront Development Staff have found that dedication of these monies to riverfront, downtown and economic development efforts advances the goal of riverfront, downtown and economic development through providing a significant source of revenue otherwise unavailable; and

WHEREAS, the Chief Administrative Officer is responsible for the administration of the Riverfront Development Special Revenue Fund Budget.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the City Council of the City of Shreveport, in due, legal, and regular session convened, that:

1. Estimated Receipts - The estimated Riverfront Development Special Revenue Fund receipts for the year 1999 are hereby established as follows:

Revenue Receipts

Estimated Available Fund Balance 1/1/99 1,631,600

Land Rent 510,000

Gaming Head Tax 4,235,000

Gross Gaming Revenue 1,048,500

Casino Magic 1,200,000

TOTAL 8,625,100 2. Appropriations - The funds set forth in the following classes of expenditures and projects are hereby appropriated out of the Riverfront Development Special Revenue Fund receipts for the year 1999:

Personal Services 117,300

Materials and Supplies 4,000

Contractual Services 892,200

Other Charges 968,000

Improvements and Equipment 0

Transfer to General Fund 1,450,100

Transfer to Capital 3,761,900

Notes Payable 0

Operating Reserves 1,431,600

Total 8,625,100

3. The Riverfront Development Special Revenue Budget presented to the Council by the Mayor on October 1, 1998, as amended by subsequent action by this Council, be and the same is hereby adopted.

4. The Mayor is hereby authorized to execute all contracts, deeds, and other legal instruments necessary to expend and receive the funds herein authorized.

5. Donation of City Funds - No funds herein appropriated shall be donated, loaned, or pledged, and no expenditures for such purposes shall be authorized except in accordance with Section 26-53 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Shreveport, as it exists now or may hereafter be amended.

BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that if any provision or item of this ordinance or the application thereof is held invalid, such invalidity shall not affect other provisions, items, or applications; and to this end, the provisions of this Ordinance are hereby declared severable.

BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that all ordinances or parts thereof in conflict herewith are hereby repealed.

BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that this ordinance will be effective January 1, 1999.

/s/John David Stewart, Chairman

/s/Arthur G. Thompson, Clerk of Council

ORDINANCE NO. 204 OF 1998

AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING THE 1999 BUDGET FOR THE POLICE GRANTS SPECIAL REVENUE FUND, APPROPRIATING THE FUNDS AUTHORIZED THEREIN, AND OTHERWISE PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO

WHEREAS, Article 7, Section 7.02 (a) of the City Charter of the City of Shreveport requires the adoption of a comprehensive operating budget for the fiscal year 1999; and

WHEREAS, the City of Shreveport has available in fiscal year 1999 certain federal and state funds granted to the City ; and

WHEREAS, the expenditure of these funds is limited by federal law and the Code of Federal Regulations to certain specific purposes; and

WHEREAS, proper financial reporting and control of these federal funds require that they be appropriated separately from General Fund revenues and expenditures; and

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the City Council of the City of Shreveport, in due, regular, and legal session convened, that:

1. Estimated Receipts - The estimated Police Grants Special Revenue Fund receipts for the year 1999 are hereby established as follows:

Revenue Receipts

D.A.R.E. Grant 164,900

AFIS 302,600

COPS Ahead 59,500

Criminal Patrol 48,900

Tracking violent Offenders 40,000

Reduction of Crack/Drug Houses 50,000

General Fund 68,300

TOTAL RECEIPTS 734,200

2. Appropriations - The funds set forth herein below are hereby appropriated out of the Police Grant Special Revenue Fund receipts for the year 1999:

D.A.R.E. Grant

Personal Services 135,600

Contractual Services 1,300

Other Charges 28,000

Subtotal 164,900

AFIS

Personal Services 302,600

Subtotal 302,600

COPS Ahead

Personal Services 79,300

Subtotal 79,300

Criminal Patrol

Personal Services 66,300

Subtotal 66,300

Tracking Violent Offenders

Personal Services 53,300

Subtotal 53,300

Reduction of Crack/Drug Houses

Personal Services 67,800

Subtotal 67,800

Total Appropriations 734,200

3. The Police Grants Special Revenue Fund Budget presented to the Council by the Mayor on October 1, 1998, as amended by subsequent action by this Council, be and the same is hereby adopted.

4. Administration - The Mayor is hereby authorized to execute all contracts, deeds and other legal instruments necessary to expend and receive the funds herein authorized, and in accordance with the assurance contained in the Federal and State grants received by the City. It is further recognized that "Notices of Funds Available" has been received only through the close of the Federal and State Fiscal year and that the availability of funds beyond the Federal and State Fiscal year is an estimate only. The Chief Administrative Officer shall not approve any allotment which would exceed the amount for which a "Notice of Funds Available" has been received, and the Director of Finance shall not approve any expenditure which is not in accordance with such allotment.

5. Donation of City Funds - No funds herein appropriated shall be donated, loaned or pledged, and no expenditures for such purposes shall be authorized except in accordance with Section 26.53 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Shreveport, as it exists now or may hereinafter be amended.

BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that all ordinances or parts thereof in conflict herewith are hereby repealed.

BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that this ordinance will be effective January 1, 1999.

ORDINANCE NO. 205 OF 1998

AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING THE 1999 BUDGET FOR THE FLEET SERVICES INTERNAL SERVICE FUND BUDGET, APPROPRIATING THE FUNDS AUTHORIZED THEREIN, AND OTHERWISE PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO

WHEREAS, Article 7, Section 7.02 (a) of the City Charter of the City of Shreveport requires the adoption of a comprehensive operating budget for fiscal year 1999 ; and

WHEREAS, the City Council by Ordinance No. 150 of 1997 created a Fleet Services Fund whose purpose is to provide funding for maintenance of the City's Fleet with the exception of Fire, Sportran, and Airports; and

WHEREAS, it is necessary to adopt a 1999 budget for the Fleet Services Fund in order to account for its anticipated revenues and expenditures.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the City Council of the City of Shreveport, in due, legal session convened, that:

1. Estimated Receipts - The estimated Fleet Services Fund receipts for the year 1999 are hereby established as follows:

Estimated Fund Balance as of 1/1/99 0

Miscellaneous 113,800

Sale of Scrap 0

Transfer from General Fund 2,662,900

Transfer from Water and Sewerage Fund 597,500

Transfer from MPC 3,100

Transfer from Community Development 95,900

Transfer from Retained Risk 2,800

Transfer from Golf 34,800

TOTAL RECEIPTS 3,510,800

2. Appropriation: The Funds set forth in the following class of expenditures are hereby appropriated out of the Fleet Services Fund receipts for the year 1999:

Personal Services 1,883,500

Materials & Supplies 918,400

Contractual Services 441,000

Other Charges 100

Improvements & Equipment 227,800

Notes Payable 40,000

TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 3,510,800

3. The Fleet Services Fund budget presented to the Council by the Mayor on October 1, 1998 as amended by any subsequent action of this Council, be and the same is hereby adopted.

BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that all ordinances or parts thereof in conflict herewith are hereby repealed.

BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that this ordinance will be effective January 1, 1999.

/s/John David Stewart, Chairman

/s/Arthur G. Thompson, Clerk of Council

ORDINANCE NO. 223 OF 1998

AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 132 OF 1997, THE 1998 BUDGET FUNDING CONTRACTUAL SERVICES PROVIDED TO SPORTRAN BY THE METRO MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATES, INC., APPROPRIATING FUNDS AUTHORIZED THEREIN, AND TO OTHERWISE PROVIDE WITH RESPECT THERETO

WHEREAS, Section 4.18 of the Charter of the City of Shreveport provides for the amendment of any previously adopted budget; and

WHEREAS, the 1998 SporTran budget needs to be amended to reflect updated revenues and expenditures.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the City Council of the City of Shreveport, in due, legal, and regular session convened, that Ordinance No. 132 of 1997, the 1998 budget funding contractual services provided to SporTran by the Metro Management Associates, Inc., is hereby amended and reenacted as follows:

1. Estimated Receipts: The estimated receipts, including operating subsidies available for the operation of SPORTRAN for the year of 1998 are hereby amended as follows:

Operating Income 1,940,000

Government Grants and Contributions:

Bossier City 240,000

Shreveport (Operating Subsidy) 2,908,400

UMTA 900,900

LaDOTD 587,000

Subtotal 4,736,300

TOTAL 6,576,300

2. Appropriations: All funds set forth in the following class of expenditures are hereby appropriated out of the receipts produced by SPORTRAN operations and operating subsidy receipts for the year 1998:

Contractual Services 6,163,200

Transfer to Capital 413,100 TOTAL 6,576,300

BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that paragraphs 3 through 6 of Ordinance No. 132 of 1997 are hereby reenacted.

BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that all ordinances or parts thereof in conflict herewith are hereby repealed.

/s/John David Stewart, Chairman

/s/Arthur G. Thompson, Clerk of Council

ORDINANCE NO. 224 OF 1998

AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE 1998 BUDGET FOR THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT SPECIAL REVENUE FUND, APPROPRIATING THE FUNDS AUTHORIZED THEREIN, AND OTHERWISE PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO

WHEREAS, Article 4, Section 4.18 of the City Charter of the City of Shreveport requires the adoption of a comprehensive operating budget for the fiscal year 1998; and

WHEREAS, the City of Shreveport has available in fiscal year 1998 certain federal funds granted to the City as the recipient under the terms of the Jobs Training Partnership Act; and

WHEREAS, the expenditure of these funds is limited by federal law and the Code of Federal Regulations to certain specific purposes; and

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the City Council of the City of Shreveport, in due, legal session convened, that:

1. Estimated Receipts - The estimated Community Development Special Revenue Fund receipts for the year 1998 are hereby established as follows:

Community Development - Administration

Estimated Available Fund Balance 1/1/98 332,900

Sales Tax Program Income 18,700

CDBG Program Income 1,298,200

Transfer from General Fund 1,783,800

Workforce Development Entitlements 5,267,400

SUBTOTAL
8,701,000

Community Services

CDBG Entitlement 7,438,600

HOME Entitlement 4,137,100

HOPE Entitlement 154,900

Federal Emergency Shelter 154,200

State Emergency Shelter 114,500

HOME Program Income 302,900

Rental Rehab Income 148,200

SHMA Program Income 54,900

HOPE Program Income 2,600

Private Donations 410,700

Rental Rehabilitation 40,100

Brownfield 139,900

Lead Base Paint Education 1,142,300

Lead Base Paint Grant 0

Section 108 Loan Guarantee Program 2,200,000

Welfare to Work 737,800

SUBTOTAL 17,178,700

Permits and Inspections & Code Enforcement

External Service Charges 1,088,500

SUBTOTAL 1,088,500

TOTAL ESTIMATED RECEIPTS 26,968,200

2. Appropriations - The funds set forth in the following classes of expenditures and projects are hereby appropriated out of the Community Development Special Revenue Fund receipts for the year 1998:

Administration

Personal Services 934,000

Materials and Supplies 42,900

Contractual Services 69,100

Other Charges 13,400

Improvements and Equipment 44,600

Indirect Cost 377,800

Transfer to Capital 360,000

Transfer to Fleet Services 87,700

Subtotal 1,929,500

Emergency Shelter Grants

Federal - ESG 154,200

State - ESG 114,500

Subtotal 268,700

Public Facility and Improvements

Swepco Park Shelter 800

Bilberry Park Furniture 12,500

Hollywood Heights Park 8,300

Andrew Currie Park 7,400

Zeke Street Park 34,100

Greenwood Acres Park 3,500

Shreveport Green 2,400

Community Support Bridges 125,000

The Wells 75,000

Subtotal 269,000

Public Services

Providence House 35,000

Philadelphia Center 9,000

Salvation Army Boys/Girls Club 23,400

Caddo Council on Aging 122,900

Volunteers of America 75,000

Morningstar Baptist Church 87,900

Boy Scouts of America 25,000

SPAR Hoops for Hope 6,400

Summer Cultural Arts/Recreation 85,700

St. Catherine Community Center 23,000

Subtotal 493,300

Total - Administration 2,960,500

Community Services

Personal Services 1,049,200

Materials and Supplies 79,200

Contractual Services 121,700

Other Charges 16,300

Improvements and Equipment 116,000

Subtotal 1,382,400

Programs

Loan Program 580,700

Business Development Projects 2,500

Loan Program (Sales Tax) 18,700

Professional Service Sales Tax 5,700

Subtotal 607,600

JTPA Program IIA

Personal Services 147,400

Materials and Supplies 1,500

Contractual Services 755,900

Other Charges 51,100

Improvements and Equipment 13,500

Subtotal 969,400

JTPA Program IIB

Personal Services 444,900

Materials and Supplies 2,100

Contractual Services 253,000

Subtotal 700,000

JTPA Program IIC

Personal Services 39,000

Materials and Supplies 4,000

Contractual Services 361,600

Improvements & Equipment 10,000

Subtotal 414,600

5% JTPA Program

Personal Services 0

Materials and Supplies 0

Contractual Services 0

Other Charges 7,900

Improvements and Equipment 0

Subtotal 7,900

8% JTPA Program

Contractual Services 102,900

Subtotal 102,900

Dislocated Workers - Title III

Personal Services 2,300

Materials and Supplies 8,600

Contractual Services 823,500

Other Charges 43,700

Improvements and Equipments 40,000

Subtotal 918,100

LAJET Program

Personal Services 345,500

Materials and Supplies 19,100

Contractual Services 446,900

Other Charges 75,300

Improvements and Equipment 99,700

Subtotal 986,500

Older Worker

Personal Services 0

Materials and Supplies 0

Contractual Services 0

Other Charges 0

Subtotal 0

Welfare to Work

Personal Services 90,000

Material And Supplies 1,000

Contractual Services 436,100

Subtotal 527,100

JTPA Program Brownfield

Personal Services 62,100

Materials and Supplies 2,300

Contractual Services 74,300

Improvements &Equipment 1,200

Subtotal 139,900

Lead Base Paint Program

Personal Services 210,900

Materials and Supplies 12,600

Contractual Services 894,400

Other Charges 47,000

Improvements & Equipment 10,600

Subtotal 1,175,500

Housing Projects

Paint Your Heart Out - Private 16,800

Paint Your Heart Out - Federal 414,300

Purchase Rehab 2,289,800

Shreveport Home Ownership 3,625,500

CHDO - Community Housing Dev. Org 271,700

CDBG Program Income 717,500

HOME Program Income 302,900

SHMA Program Income 54,900

HOPE III Program Income 2,600

Rental Rehab Program Income 148,200

SHMA Planning & Promotions 82,000

SHMA Housing - Private Donations 311,900

Neighborhood Revitalization 645,600

Rental Rehabilitation 40,100

Hope III Entitlement 154,900

Rental Housing Development Loan Program 1,200,000

Housing Demolition 180,600

Section 108 Loan Guarantee Program 2,200,000

Wheel Chair Ramp 75,000

Leadbase Paint Education 0

Repayment (Sec 108) 336,000

Downpayment Assistance 25,000

Creole Cabin 50,000

Subtotal 13,145,300

One Stop Shop

Personal services 1,500

Materials and Supplies 3,000

Contractual Services 7,500

Improvements and Equipment 52,200

Subtotal 64,200

Total Community Services 21,141,400

Permits and Inspections

Personal Services 817,400

Materials and Supplies 38,600

Contractual Services 34,300

Improvements and Equipment 229,700

Subtotal 1,120,000

Codes Enforcement

Personal Services 798,800

Materials and Supplies 51,800

Contractual Services 421,600

Other Charges 335,900

Improvements and Equipment 138,200

Subtotal 1,746,300

TOTAL 26,968,200

BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that paragraphs 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8 of Ordinance No. 134 of 1997 are hereby reenacted.

BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that all ordinances or parts thereof in conflict herewith are hereby repealed.

/s/John David Stewart, Chairman

/s/Arthur G. Thompson, Clerk of Council

ORDINANCE NO. 225 OF 1998

AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 126 OF 1997, THE 1998 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS BUDGET, APPROPRIATING FUNDS FOR CAPITAL PROJECTS, AND OTHERWISE PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO

WHEREAS, Section 4.18 of the Charter of the City of Shreveport provides for the amendment of any previously adopted budget; and

WHEREAS, changes to the 1998 Capital Improvements Budget are needed to adjust existing capital projects and create new projects.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED, by the City Council of the City of Shreveport, in due, legal and regular session convened, that Ordinance No. 126 of 1997, the 1998 Capital Improvements Budget, as amended, be further amended and reenacted as follows:

AMEND THE ORDINANCE AS FOLLOWS:

In Program A - Building Improvements

Festival Site Development (98A00) is increased $1,083,900. Funding source is Hotel/Motel/Sales Tax Rebate.

In Program C - Street Improvements

1500 Block of Looney Sidewalks (98C010) is established at $60,000. Funding source is CDBG.

David Raines Paving (96C005) is decreased by $650,000. Funding source is 1998 GOB, Prop. 4.

Linear Street Paving (96C007) is decreased by $150,000. Funding source is 1996 GOB, Prop. 4.

Lakeside Paving (96C010) is increased by $325,000. Funding source is 1998 GOB, Prop. 4.

Traffic Signal Installation (96C020) is increased by $125,000. Funding source is 1998 GOB, Prop. 4.

Woolworth Road Bridges (97C002) is increased by $111,600. Funding sources are $43,500 1983 GOB, Prop 4, and $68,100 1989 GOB, Prop. 1.

Street Projects for Economic Development (98C010) is established at $350,000. Funding source is 1998 GOB, Prop. 4.

In Program D - Drainage Improvements

Stormwater Monitoring Plan (91D016) is increased by $32,000. Funding source is 1980 GOB, Prop. 7.

Missouri/Andrew Drainage (96D007) is increased by $75,000. Funding source is 1996 GOB, Prop. 10.

BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that all ordinances or parts thereof in conflict herewith are hereby repealed.

/s/John David Stewart, Chairman

/s/Arthur G. Thompson, Clerk of Council

ORDINANCE NO. 226 OF 1998

AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING THE 1999 DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT BUDGET, AUTHORIZED BY LAW, APPROPRIATING THE FUNDS AUTHORIZED THEREIN, AND OTHERWISE PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO

WHEREAS, the City has levied a special ad valorem tax of seven point nine nine mills (7.99 mills) on property subject to ad valorem taxation within the bounds of the Downtown Development District of the City of Shreveport, as defined by Act 554 of 1978 and amended; and

WHEREAS, the Downtown Development Authority may expend such funds for administration, operating expenses, capital improvements, project expenses, and/or other evidence of indebtedness; and

WHEREAS, the Downtown Development Authority by Resolution No. in 1998 adopted the following 1999 budget and program of work to improve and upgrade Downtown Shreveport.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Shreveport, in due, legal and regular session convened, that the 1999 Downtown Development Authority budget is appropriated as follows:

Funds Available for Appropriation

1998 DDA Tax @7.99 mills $ 500,000

Interest Earnings 14,000

Other Income

Streetscape Contract $ 197,000

DSU Reimbursement 11,000

DSDC Reimbursement 8,500

Salary Reimbursement 32,500

Program Assistance 10,000

259,000

Total Revenue $ 773,000

Appropriations for 1999

Personnel & Administrative $ 404,500

Development/Marketing 95,500

Services 247,000

Quality of Life 26,000

Total 1999 Appropriations $ 773,000

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that if any provision or item of this ordinance or the application thereof is held invalid, such invalidity shall not affect other provisions, items or applications of this ordinance which can be given effect without the invalid provisions, items or applications and, to this end, the provisions of this ordinance are hereby declared severable.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that all ordinance or parts thereof in conflict herewith are hereby repealed.

/s/John David Stewart, Chairman

/s/Arthur G. Thompson, Clerk of Council

ORDINANCE NO. 228 OF 1998

AN ORDINANCE DECLARING A PUBLIC EMERGENCY IN CONNECTION WITH A WALLACE FORCE MAIN LOCATED NORTH OF OVERTON BROOKS ROAD AND RATIFYING THE EXPENDITURE OF APPROXIMATELY $30,000.00 AND TO OTHERWISE PROVIDE WITH RESPECT THERETO.

WHEREAS, the Wallace force main, a 36" diameter pipe, located north of Overton Brooks just west of Kansas City Southern Railroad, failed; and

WHEREAS, the failure of this 36" sewer force main resulted in a significant sewage spill; and

WHEREAS, immediate repairs to the 36" sewer force main were necessary to protect the public health and private property; and,

WHEREAS, it was essential to correct this problem as quickly as possible to eliminate this emergency.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the City Council of the City of Shreveport in due, legal and regular session convened, that the emergency action of the Department of Water & Sewerage to repair the Wallace force main is hereby authorized and ratified and that the expenditure of approximately $30,000.00 for this purpose is hereby authorized.

BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that monies for this emergency repair shall come from the operating budget of the Department of Water and Sewerage.

BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that a public emergency is hereby declared and notice of such public emergency shall, within ten days thereof, be published in the official journal of the City of Shreveport proposing or declaring such public emergency in accordance with Section 38:2212(D) of the Louisiana Revised Statutes.

BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that if any provision or item of this ordinance or application thereof is held invalid, such invalidity shall not affect other provisions, items or applications of this ordinance which can be given effect without the invalid provisions, items or application, and to this end, the provisions of this ordinance are hereby declared severable.

BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that all ordinances or parts thereof in conflict herewith are hereby repealed.

/s/John David Stewart, Chairman

/s/Arthur G. Thompson, Clerk of Council

ORDINANCE NO. 237 OF 1998

AN ORDINANCE DECLARING A PUBLIC EMERGENCY IN CONNECTION WITH THE REPAIRS TO THE WALLACE LIFT STATION CONTROL PANEL AND RATIFYING THE EXPENDITURE OF APPROXIMATELY $26,000.00 AND OTHERWISE PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO.

WHEREAS, the Wallace Lift Station control panel which controls the functions of the lift station failed; and

WHEREAS, the failure of this control panel had to be repaired immediately to assure public health and safety and prevent an environmental hazard; and

WHEREAS, immediate repairs to the Wallace Lift Station control panel were necessary to protect the public health and environment; and

WHEREAS, it was essential to correct this problem as quickly as possible to eliminate this emergency.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the City Council of the City of Shreveport in due, legal and regular session convened, that the emergency action of the Department of Water and Sewerage to repairs to Wallace Lift Station control panel is hereby authorized and ratified and that the expenditure of $26,000.00 for this purpose is hereby authorized.

BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that monies for this emergency repair shall come from the operating budget of the Department of Water and Sewerage.

BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that all ordinances or parts thereof in conflict herewith are hereby repealed.

/s/John David Stewart, Chairman

/s/Arthur G. Thompson, Clerk of Council

UNFINISHED BUSINESS remained tabled:

1. Ordinance No. 211 of 1998: ZONING: C-64-98, QUERBES LAND CO; N side of E 70^th St. between Sand Beach Bayou and Bayou Pierre from R-A to B-2 and B-3, shopping center. (C/Carmody) (Tabled on 11-10-98 and Postponed on November 24, 1998)

NEW BUSINESS:

1. BAC-117-98, ALFRED EMERY, 1455 Russell Road; Special Exception Use in a B-2 District, Restaurant with on-premises consumption of alcohol. (A/Huckaby)

Motion by Councilman Huckaby to uphold the ruling of the Zoning Board of Appeals, seconded by Councilman Shyne. Motion approved by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Huckaby, Stewart, Carmody, Serio, Spigener, and Shyne. 6. Nays: None. Out of Chamber: Councilman Burrell. 1.

REPORTS FROM OFFICERS, BOARDS, AND COMMITTEES: None.

CLERK'S REPORT: None.

COMMUNICATIONS AND MISCELLANEOUS MATTERS.

The Council resolved itself into Committee of the Whole, on motion by Councilman Burrell, seconded by Councilman Serio. Motion approved by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Huckaby, Stewart, Carmody, Serio, Spigener and Shyne. Nays: None. Out of Chamber: Councilman Burrell. 1.

Motion by Councilman Stewart, seconded by Councilman Burrell that the Committee Rises and Report and convene itself as the Council. Motion approved by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Huckaby, Stewart, Carmody, Serio, Spigener, Shyne, and Burrell. 7. Nays: None.

There being no further business to come before the Council, the regular meeting adjourned at 5:00 p.m.

/s/John David Stewart, Chairman

/s/Arthur G. Thompson, Clerk of Council

Estimated Available Fund Balance 1/1/98	332,900
Sales Tax Program Income	18,700
CDBG Program Income	1,298,200
Transfer from General Fund	1,783,800
Workforce Development Entitlements	5,267,400

SUBTOTAL	8,701,000

CDBG Entitlement	7,438,600
HOME Entitlement	4,137,100
HOPE Entitlement	154,900
Federal Emergency Shelter	154,200
State Emergency Shelter	114,500
HOME Program Income	302,900
Rental Rehab Income	148,200
SHMA Program Income	54,900
HOPE Program Income	2,600
Private Donations	410,700
Rental Rehabilitation	40,100
Brownfield	139,900
Lead Base Paint Education	1,142,300
Lead Base Paint Grant	0
Section 108 Loan Guarantee Program	2,200,000
Welfare to Work	737,800

SUBTOTAL	17,178,700