Motion by Councilman Hightower, seconded by Councilman Stewart for approval of the minutes of the Administrative Conference of June 8, 1998, minutes of the Regular Meeting of June 9, 1998 and the Agenda as amended. Motion approved by the following vote: Councilmen Cooper, Stewart, Hightower, Serio, Spigener, and Green. 6. Absent: None. Out of Chamber: Councilman Burrell. 1.
Awards, Recognition of Distinguished Guests and Communications of the Mayor which are required by law. Mayor Williams: Today, we have with us, Mr. Donald Zadeck. And I'd like to ask him to come to the platform and also Chief Prator and Chief Roberts, if he wouldn't mind coming to the platform, along with our CAO. Mr. Zadeck has served on the Municipal Fire and Police Civil Service Board for the past 18 years and he has chosen not to be re-appointed, he wants to retire. But I would like to present a plaque today to him on behalf of the citizens of Shreveport as just a small token for our appreciation for his volunteering to serve in this board all these many, many years. Mr. Zadeck we are going to miss you in this position. We are delighted that you did serve for however many years, for your advise, and your wisdom. And I would like to read a "Certificate of Appreciation" that the CAO has to give and I know the two chiefs have a couple of comments that they would like to make.
At this time, I would like to read a "Certificate of Appreciation" and it states:
"Whereas, Donald J. Zadeck was appointed to the Municipal Fire and Police Civil Service Board in August 1980 and he has served in this position for 18 years; and
Whereas, Mr. Zadeck was appointed Vice-Chairman of the Board in August 1984, and Chairman in January 1989, the position he has held since that time; and
Whereas, Mr. Zadeck has been dedicated to the task of this board and has been open-minded and fair and he has had to make tough decisions, traits that have earned him the respect and admiration of those with whom he as come in contact.
Now, whereas, the 18-years he has served on this board, have been marked by an outstanding and energetic leadership in the performance of his duties and have been characterized by constructive and in-depth, enduring contributions to the City of Shreveport; and
Whereas, Mr. Zadeck has chosen not to be reappointed to this board so that he can pursue other interests and he will be sorely missed by all those who have worked with him during his tenure and (inaudible).
Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved that I, Robert W. "Bo" Williams, Mayor of the City of
Shreveport and on behalf of all of our citizens, do hereby express our sincere appreciation and
thanks to Donald J. Zadeck for his distinguished service to the City of Shreveport. /s/Robert W.
"Bo" Williams"
Mr. Zadeck: Thank you Mr. Mayor and Members of the City Council. I appreciate this honor today and let me state that, I have enjoyed my 18 years on the board and I hope that I made a contribution. I have a strong feeling that people who raise their children, prosper in the City of Shreveport, ought to make a contribution to the City of Shreveport, hopefully, I have made mine; thank you very much.
Chief Prator: Just for the Council and the Mayor and on behalf of Mr. Zadeck, I'd just like to say, thank you Mr. Zadeck for everything that you've done. It has been tremendous personal sacrifice in the area of time. I know he has made the Shreveport Police Department a better police department. He by no means has gone my way on every decision. He and I have gone toe-to-toe and I still don't agree on a few of them, but (Councilman Stewart: You were wrong). I must have been wrong on them, that's right. But he and the board has done an excellent job and we appreciate everything and couldn't have done it without him, his advise and his decision-making over personnel matters and the Police Department has really helped me personally, and the department, professionally; thank you Mr. Zadeck.
Chief Roberts: I too want to say, thank you to Mr. Zadeck, and it is one thing to have a professional experience with someone, but when you become friends with someone and you learn to appreciate not only their insight on what takes place within the Fire Department, but their insight on life, that becomes a true relationship, and I thank Mr. Zadeck for that. And Mr. Zadeck, you once told me when you grow up you wanted to be a Shreveport firefighter. Mr. Zadeck: I did. Chief Roberts: So, today, you become a honorary membership of the Shreveport Fire Department, presented to Mr. Donald J. Zadeck for your dedicated service to the Municipal Fire and Police Civil Service Board; Bo Roberts, Fire Chief. Mr. Zadeck: Thank you, Chief. Thank all of ya'll; appreciate it.
Councilman Stewart: Donald Zadeck on behalf of the Mayor and the Administration, as well as the City Council, I would like for the record, to enter a resolution on your behalf with the permission of the Clerk (Councilman Stewart read Resolution No. 113 of 1998, [see text of resolution in numerical order of Resolutions on Second Reading and Final Passage]).
Mayor Williams: I appreciate the Council also recognizing Mr. Zadeck for what he's done for our Fire and Police for many, many years. We wish him the very best in his current endeavors. Thank you for your service.
I would like to ask Mr. Paul Dumars, if he wouldn't mind, coming forward. The Housing and Urban Development Secretary, Andrew Como announced this past week at the U. S. Conference of Mayor's meeting in Reno, Nevada, that Shreveport was awarded two John J. Gather Blue Ribbon Best Practices Award for outstanding management of projects funded by HUD. Secretary Como was quoted as saying, "Shreveport is doing an excellent job in partnership with HUD and serve as a national model. We are calling attention to the good Shreveport is doing because we want to help communities around the country to learn to be a success. The first Gather award was given for Shreveport's outstanding work in providing mental health and substance abuse services through Project Reach. The Gather award was given for their outstanding work in creating jobs in economic development, specifically, at HICA Steel Foundry. HICA Steel is able to meet the needs, meet the current market demands while contributing to the area's economic stability and becoming one of the first city's Brownfield Redevelopment Project." I would like to ask Mr. Dumars at this time, to make any comments he would like to on behalf of his department. And, we will receive these certificates from the Department of HUD in the near future and make any presentation. And at this time, Mr. Dumars, if you would like to make any comments to the Council concerning these two awards, certainly would appreciate it.
Mr. Dumars: I would just like to say to the Administration and to the Council, that we do appreciate your support of Community Development in what we strive to do. One thing that I would like to point out is that in Project Reach, we partnered with a non-profit to get this project done and with the HICA Steel project, we partnered with a bank. And what I would like to say is that community development can not be done without partners; thank you.
Mayor Williams: The next announcement that I have, Mr. Chairman, is that Mr. Harold Carpenter has been appointed Chief of Airport Security for the Shreveport Airport Authority. Chief Carpenter comes to the Authority from the Louisiana State Police, after 24-years of distinguished service. He last position was Major Commander of Region 3 for the state police. At this time, I would like to ask Major Carpenter, Airport Director Roy Miller, and Chief of Police Steven Prator, if they would come forward and I would like to welcome Harold to this position and ask if at this time, any comments that would like to make, please do so.
Mr. Miller: It has been my distinct pleasure over the last 10 years to work on numerous occasions with Captain and then Major Carpenter and I look forward to the pleasure of working with him on a full-time basis now that he has accepted the position of Chief of Police at the Airport Authority. He is only the second Chief we've had in our 20-year history. He is going to move us into the next millennium and I'm very excited about that opportunity and I feel sure that Harold is excited about it also. Mr. Mayor, thank you for your support and Chief Prator for his support in this selection.
Major Carpenter: I also want to thank Mr. Morton, Airport Authority and of course Mr. Miller for their confidence, and thank God for this blessing. I've enjoyed working with the federal government through the Air Force for 31 years, the state of Louisiana for 24 and now I'm looking forward for many years with the city and also, I get a chance again to prevent John David from going for an airplane. Councilman Stewart: Maybe an understatement.
Unidentified Police Department Spokesman: I would like to say a quick few words about Mr. Carpenter. We've known each other for many years, worked with him when he was just a patrolman on the street; so, we are glad to see him out there and I know he will do a good job. We appreciate him taking over for us.
Councilman Green: Mr. Carpenter, am I to understand that you are not with the state police? Mr. Carpenter: I got three more days, Mr. Green, Friday is my last day. Councilman Green: So, after then, you can't get me for speeding. Mr. Carpenter: I can make some phone calls. Councilman Green: Certainly, we'd like to say, congratulations; also, that Councilman Cooper's Deacon. Mr. Carpenter: Yeah, he's my Pastor and Mr. Hightower is my Councilman and of course, Mr. Stewart also, was Commander out at Air Base when we were out there today. Councilman Green: Please, say something about Mr. Burrell. Mr. Carpenter: He's my friend. Councilman Burrell: I was just talking to Harold the other day and I wasn't aware of the fact that you were retiring. Is this a moonlight job or what? Mr. Carpenter: No. Councilman Burrell: Full-time? Mr. Carpenter: No, full-time. Councilman Burrell: Welcome on board, Harold. Councilman Cooper: I'm very happy, very proud and very honored to be his Pastor. In fact, the first Deacon I ever ordained since I been in the ministry for some 23 years. He's a wonderful man, he is a fair man, and we are grateful to God for him and we know that he will do a good job, because he has done a good job in the past with the state department. And, we are just happy to have him on board in the position that he has been accepted in and we thank you, Mr. Mayor. Mr. Carpenter: And I kept the secret from him, too. Councilman Cooper: Yeah, sure did. I didn't even know.
Councilman Stewart: We have somebody else to recognize that the Mayor acknowledged yesterday and with the permission of the Mayor, I'd like to ask Stan Lewis---the long haired hippy in the back---to come forward. Dan Perkins is giving him instructions, ladies and gentlemen. I think all of us who have talked about the importance of the entertainment industry and Dan, you are welcome to come forward if you have something you'd like to add. I know that Stan you met with the Mayor and members of his staff yesterday. When I first met this man I was 12 and his hair was shorter. I rode, Stan, the trolley from Line Avenue and Rutherford to your place on a Saturday morning with Lynn McClure, Francis Lambert, and Mike Deberardinis. I didn't know that I would ever have an opportunity to see you like this again. Most of you don't know, the background of this man, and with the Mayor's permission and the information he shared, I would like to read into the records something that---matter of fact, I think a fair amount of information that we'll find hard to believe. And Stan, we'd certainly like your thoughts, but more importantly to say, thank you for what you've done in this fashion. (Councilman Stewart read Resolution No. 114 of 1998, [see text of resolution in numerical order of Resolutions on Second Reading and Final Passage]). Stan, thank you for my first trolley ride and my first 45 and for what you've done for Shreveport.
Mr. Lewis: It has been a long time since I've done this thing, and first I'd like to thank---get Dan Garner who has been one of my biggest supporters. I'd like to thank the Mayor, the City Council for the wonderful remarks. It seems like only yesterday when I was started my little shop down on Texas Street and I just wished it was still there. Shreveport is a great city and it has always been good to me, very good and I just don't know how to thank the people of Shreveport, all my many customers from every walk of life, the thousands and thousands of people that supported me and traded with me and bought my records, the little 45's in the good ole days when the record business just begun. And I would like to thank the news media whose been great to me and all the disc jockeys on all the radio stations: the pop, the country, the R & B stations. And I have made a many of friend in this city, in the nation through my record business and I would just like to say, thanks again for all the support and this wonderful honor that you've bestowed upon me; thank you.
Councilman Serio: Mr. Lewis, I would like to make a comment, certainly, congratulations, I have known you all my life and I think that when you look back at the, everything you've accomplished over the last 40 years that I can remember, 45-years that I can remember, it has been an incredible accomplishment, especially for the music industry. The music industry in Shreveport, Louisiana in particular and then obviously, you have definitely made your stamp on the music industry with everything that you have accomplished. Fortunately, if you've ever listened to the (inaudible) station, (inaudible) station, you have always heard about the neatest little record shop in the south. We've always knew that and we appreciate what you have given to Shreveport over the years.
Councilman Green: Again, we would like to say, congratulations. We have one other resolution (see text of Resolution No. 107 of 1998 in numerical order of Resolutions on Second Reading and Final Passage). Councilman Green: This is the BMX racing team. Certainly, the age start at 8-years old and they've really been racing and putting Shreveport on the map and I just thought that they deserved some recognition and she'll call their names off (see listing within body of resolution).
Councilman Green: Certainly, I'd like to congratulate you all and I'd like a spokesman for the group to come up and have some words of expression. Unidentified Spokesman: Mr. Green, I want to thank you for recognizing these young men. People don't realize how hard these boys work. They represent the State of Louisiana, Shreveport especially. I've got a young man that is not able to be here tonight. He is in Rockford, Illinois at the Worldcup. I haven't heard how he did just yet, but we hope that he did real well in representing this team and the city that he's from. These guys, they deserve a lot of support from the city. We've met with the Mayor recently and the city is doing what they can to help out with this group of young men and what they do, Mayor, we would appreciate it. We are trying to build this sport. At one time, ten years ago, the BMX was one of the largest events held at the City of Shreveport. We had the Cajuns Nationals for about 10-years at the Hirsch. We are trying to get it back this coming year. With the help of the city and the ABA, we hope that we can bring the money from these events into the City and help promote this sport and provide a positive outlook to the city. I thank ya'll.
Councilman Green: Certainly, I'd like to congratulate you all again. What type of cars do you all have? Unidentified Spokesman: These are bicycles, sir. Councilman Green: Okay, I was about to say, I was thinking about pulling my go-cart back out. Unidentified Spokesman: These young guys, they give you a run for your money on your go-cart. Councilman Green: Thank you all and we will get a copy of the resolution to you with all of their names. Unidentified Spokeswoman: I would just like to say that Terri Cox has been our track operator for many years and he sent letters to the Council. And like Richard said, the Mayor has done a lot for us and he's listened to us and sometimes he hadn't, I'm sure wanted to because sometimes we, whine, as parents, you know. But we really do appreciate you bringing the BMX riders, I don't want to call them, "baby or boys" because I get in trouble for that, the BMX riders, in for recognition. That is really something that is really wonderful for them and something I'm sure they will carry on with them. And whatever you can to do help or any suggestion, you may have, everything is appreciated; thank you very much.
Councilman Burrell: I was talking to Art a few minutes ago and I see Mr. Lewis is gone, but I wanted to ask the Mayor, I guess, who would we get, SPAR or is it Buildings, I'm not sure which one, to look at providing---728 Texas, to see whether or not we have a marker there. We are suppose to be looking at putting a special ordered marker on the sidewalk, at that location because it is an historical location, if nothing else. And (inaudible) maybe file some sort of resolution to recognize because I know that as a young boy myself, although I lived in the sticks, it is a long way from here. We did, they did pipe in airwaves, radio waves and I remember that name, Stan The Man, he was in when I was a small kid nothing quite significant. If we could do that, I think it comes out of SPAR or out of Buildings.
Public Hearing. There was no public hearing scheduled before the Council.
Confirmations and/Appointments. Motion by Councilman Stewart, seconded by Councilman Hightower for confirmation as an Assistant City Attorney, Mr. James Chrishon. Motion approved by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Cooper, Stewart, Hightower, Serio, Spigener, Burrell and Green. 7. Nays: None.
Mr. Gary Parker: Mr. Chairman and members of the Council, Mr. Jones sent his regrets he intended to be here. He had a death in the family and is out of state at a funeral. It is my privilege to introduce to you, Mr. James Chrishon, who will be serving in the City Attorney's Office in the Prosecutor's Office. Mr. Chrishon, to give you a little bit about his background, served honorable in the United States Army. He is a graduate of the Grambling State University and of Southern University Law School. He has served as a city prosecutor in Alexandria. He has been in private practice for the past 17 years in addition to serving as a Managing Attorney at the Southwest Louisiana Legal Service in Jonesville, Louisiana. He is also been involved in a leadership position in numerous civic organizations, Mr. James Chrishon. Councilman Green: Mr. Chrishon, welcome to the staff. Mr. Chrishon: Thank you.
Motion by Councilman Green, seconded by Councilman Spigener for confirmation of the reappointment to the Shreveport Home Mortgage Authority of Dr. C. M. Lester, Jr. Motion approved by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Cooper, Stewart, Hightower, Serio, Spigener, Burrell and Green. 7. Nays: None. Councilman Green: Certainly, we'd like to congratulate Dr. C. M. Lester. He is not present but, he is in my district, we really appreciate that.
The Council considered the Consent Agenda legislation.
INTRODUCTION OF RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES ON CONSENT:
Motion by Councilman Green to Introduce the Resolutions on the Consent Agenda to lay over
until the July 14, 1998, meeting seconded by Councilman Hightower. Motion approved by the
following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Cooper, Stewart, Hightower, Serio, Spigener, Green and
Burrell. 7. Nays: None.
INTRODUCTION OF RESOLUTIONS:
Resolution No. 111 of 1998: A resolution authorizing the Mayor to accept the donation of
a mobile home for the purpose of providing office accommodations for the Downtown
Patrol Unit in the Downtown area and otherwise to provide with respect thereto.
INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCES:
1. Ordinance No. 108 of 1998: An ordinance closing and abandoning the dedicated Meyer Road
in the NW/4 of Section 31 (T17N-14W), Caddo Parish, Louisiana, and to otherwise provide with
respect thereto.
Ordinance No. 109 of 1998: An ordinance to create and establish a no parking anytime
zone on either side of the 1900 block of Stephens Street and to otherwise provide with
respect thereto.
Ordinance No. 110 of 1998: An ordinance to create and establish a no parking anytime
zone on the east side of the 1700 block of Irving Place and to otherwise provide with
respect thereto.
Ordinance No. 111 of 1998: An ordinance to create and establish a stop intersection at the
intersection of Olive Street and Stephens Street and to otherwise provide with respect
thereto.
Ordinance No. 112 of 1998: An ordinance to create and establish a stop intersection at the
intersection of Dalzell Street and Lee Street and to otherwise provide with respect thereto.
Ordinance No. 113 of 1998: An ordinance to create and establish a stop intersection at the
intersection of Trevor Court, Trevor Drive and Shannon Drive, and to otherwise provide
with respect thereto.
ADOPTION OF RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES ON CONSENT:
Councilman Green: I understand Mr. Mayor, (Resolution) No. 98, is it true that you all wanted
that one from the agenda; did you want that one pulled? Mayor Williams: We did not ask for
that, I don't believe, Mr. Chairman. Ms. Lee: According to Mr. Parker. Councilman Green: It
was according to Mr. Parker, from my understanding. Mayor Williams: Okay, well that'll be
fine. Mr. Collins: How about just to postpone it.
Resolution No. 98 of 1998: A resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement
donating one Fire Department surplus medic unit to Caddo Parish Fire District No. 6
(Keithville) and otherwise providing with respect thereto.
Motion by Councilman Stewart, seconded by Councilman Serio to postpone the resolution until
the July 14, 1998, meeting. Motion approved by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Cooper,
Stewart, Hightower, Serio, Spigener, Green and Burrell. 7. Nays: None.
Mr. Thompson: That one will then be pulled from the consent agenda, and we'll put it on the
regular agenda for next time.
Motion by Councilman Cooper to Adopt the Resolutions and Ordinances on the Consent
Agenda, seconded by Councilman Burrell. Ayes: Councilmen Cooper, Stewart, Hightower,
Serio, Spigener, Green and Burrell. 7. Nays: None.
RESOLUTIONS:
RESOLUTION NO. 99 OF 1998
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT WITH THE
NORTHWEST LOUISIANA CHAPTER OF THE SICKLE CELL DISEASE ASSOCIATION
OF AMERICA, INC., AND TO OTHERWISE PROVIDE WITH RESPECT THERETO.
WHEREAS, the Northwest Louisiana Chapter of the Sickle Cell Anemia Disease Association of America, Inc., (hereinafter referred to as "Sickle Cell") sponsors an annual fund-raising softball tournament at Cargill Park ; and
WHEREAS, the proceeds of the tournament have enabled the organization to continue its work in the area of sickle cell anemia research and development; and
WHEREAS, persons residing in and around the Shreveport area are the primary beneficiaries of the efforts made by this organization; and
WHEREAS, the programs and efforts of this organization serve a public purpose and provide a public benefit and;
WHEREAS, the City of Shreveport has been a major co-sponsor of the annual sickle cell softball tournament.
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 execute an agreement with Northwest Louisiana Chapter of the Sickle Anemia Disease Association of America, Inc., substantially and in accordance with the draft thereof which was filed for public inspection in the Office of the Clerk of Council on June 9, 1998.
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.
RESOLUTION NO. 108 of 1998
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING JOSEPH M. AND KATHLEEN M. BEAUBOUEF
LOCATED AT 1535 MALLARD CIRCLE, LOT 6 TO CONNECT TO THE WATER SYSTEM
OF THE CITY OF SHREVEPORT AND OTHERWISE PROVIDING WITH RESPECT
THERETO.
WHEREAS, Joseph M. and Kathleen M. Beaubouef have agreed to secure all permits and inspections required by the Shreveport Comprehensive Building Code. Said parties having submitted a petition for annexation to the City of Shreveport, and having agreed to fully comply with the regulations of the City of Shreveport in connection with said property, all as set forth in Section 94-1, et. Seq., of the Shreveport City Code. Said request and petition are attached hereto.
BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Shreveport in due, regular and legal session convened, that Joseph M. and Kathleen M. Beaubouef be authorized to connect the building located at 1535 Mallard Circle, Lot 6 to the water system of the City of Shreveport.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that if any provisions or items of this resolution or the application thereof are 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 resolutions or parts thereof in conflict herewith are hereby
repealed.
RESOLUTION NO. 109 of 1998
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING FRANK BURTON; D.B.A. BURTON MARBLE MFG.,
CO., LOCATED AT 1230 FULLERTON DRIVE TO CONNECT TO THE WATER SYSTEM
OF THE CITY OF SHREVEPORT AND OTHERWISE PROVIDING WITH RESPECT
THERETO.
WHEREAS, Frank Burton; D.B.A. Burton Marble MFG., Co. has agreed to secure all permits and inspections required by the Shreveport Comprehensive Building Code. Said party having submitted a petition for annexation to the City of Shreveport, and having agreed to fully comply with the regulations of the City of Shreveport in connection with said property, all as set forth in Section 94-1, et. Seq., of the Shreveport City Code. Said request and petition are attached hereto.
BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Shreveport in due, regular and legal session convened, that Frank Burton; D.B.A. Burton Marble MFG., Co. be authorized to connect the building located at 1230 Fullerton Drive to the water system of the City of Shreveport.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that if any provisions or items of this resolution or the application thereof are 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 resolutions or parts thereof in conflict herewith are hereby
repealed.
ORDINANCES: None.
REGULAR AGENDA LEGISLATION:
The Deputy Clerk read the resolution by title: Resolution No. 100 of 1998: A resolution providing for the issuance and sale of * Dollars ($ * ) of General Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 1998, 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.
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* not exceeding $12,000,000
Read by title and as read motion by Councilman Green, seconded by Councilman Hightower for
passage. The Deputy Clerk read the following amendment:
Delete pages 1 through 22 and all attachments and substitute in lieu thereof the attached pages 1
through 23 and all attachments.
Motion by Councilman Green, seconded by Councilman Spigener, for adoption of the
amendment. Motion approved by the following vote: Ayes: Councilman Cooper, Stewart,
Hightower, Serio, Spigener, Green and Burrell. 7. Nays: None. Nays: None.
Mr. Grant Schlueter, Bond Counsel: I do have a handout for you that has a recap of the savings of
this refinancing. This is the refinancing of the callable maturities of your 1991 General
Obligation Bonds. You'd introduced a resolution previously concerning the sale of these bonds.
An official statement was prepared, distributed to prospective purchasers, I believe you've
received copies of it. The underwriters, Morgan Keegan, have completed pricing of the bonds
today and have submitted a proposal for the purchase of the refunding bonds in the principle
amount of $11,145,000. The sheet that you have, the term sheet, outlines the savings levels.
You are reducing the interest rates on the outstanding bonds, the 1991 bonds from 6.20% to
approximately 4.66%; total savings over time, net of cost, is approximately $723,000. That is
$617,000 in present value savings or 1998 dollars and that translates to a 5.85% of refunded
principal. As you'll recall on these refinancings, we seek to attain at least a 5% present value
savings. For this particular issue, the minium savings according to the State Bond Commission
guidelines are 3% and your actual savings are 5.85% for this transaction. On an annual basis,
this translates to net savings to taxpayers of approximately $56,000 per year, each year, through
the year 2011. The bonds are insured by FGIC, accordingly, they are AAA rated. The resolution
that you have before you, sets forth the terms of the proposal for the purchase of the bonds, it sets
forth the interest rates. Assuming acceptance of the proposal, the bonds would be delivered on
July 30 and the refinancing affected. And we recommend consideration and approval of the
resolution.
Motion by Councilman Stewart, seconded by Councilman Green, for adoption of the resolution
as amended. Motion approved by the following vote: Ayes: Councilman Cooper, Stewart,
Hightower, Serio, Spigener, Green and Burrell. 7. Nays: None. Nays: None.
Clerk's Note: Per instructions of the Bond Counsel, the text of Resolution No. 100 of 1998, as
amended, will be published on June 30, 1998 and will not be reprinted as a part of the published
Council Proceedings. A complete copy of the amended resolution is on file in the office of the
Clerk of Council for public review.
RESOLUTION NO. 101 OF 1998
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE AN AMENDMENT TO
THE COOPERATIVE ENDEAVOR AGREEMENT WITH THE SHREVEPORT REGIONAL
SPORTS AUTHORITY TO PROVIDE FOR THE PROMOTION AND PRODUCTION OF A
SCRIMMAGE AT INDEPENDENCE STADIUM BETWEEN THE NATIONAL FOOTBALL
LEAGUE DALLAS COWBOYS AND NEW ORLEANS SAINTS, AND OTHERWISE
PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO
WHEREAS, the Shreveport Regional Sports Authority is a non-profit public benefit corporation formed to promote Shreveport as a site for high profile national and international sporting events and to develop and support existing sporting events and organizations in the Shreveport area;
WHEREAS, the National Football League team, Dallas Cowboys, has expressed a significant interest in playing the New Orleans Saints football team in a scrimmage at Independence Stadium in Shreveport, Louisiana on August 11, 1998;
WHEREAS, the cost of bringing the scrimmage to Shreveport is $550,000, payable to the Dallas Cowboys Community Foundation, a promoter's fee of $55,000, and all related expenses;
WHEREAS, private investors have agreed to underwrite the majority of said fees and expenses, and the Sports Authority has agreed to participate in said fees and expenses;
WHEREAS, the Sports Authority requires additional funds in the amount of $250,000 to meet its responsibilities in this area;
WHEREAS, the production of the scrimmage between the Dallas Cowboys and New Orleans Saints football teams will be aired over a five-state region on the Dallas Cowboys television network and the event will bring considerable attention to the area and further promote the area as a regional center for significant athletic events; and
WHEREAS, the proposed event will provide a great opportunity for the citizens of the City of Shreveport and this entire region to attend and experience a National Football League event and will, therefore, increase the quality of life in the City;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Shreveport in due, regular and legal session convened, that the Council officially expresses its support for the proposed scrimmage between the National Football League Dallas Cowboys and New Orleans Saints teams at the Independence Stadium in Shreveport on August 11, 1998.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Mayor is hereby authorized to execute an Amended Agreement which amends that Cooperative Economic Development Agreement with the Shreveport Regional Sports Authority dated August 5, 1996, said Amended Agreement being substantially in accordance with that document filed with the Clerk of Council on June 9, 1998.
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 Spigener, seconded by Councilman Hightower
passed by the following vote: Ayes: Councilman Cooper, Stewart, Hightower, Serio, Spigener,
Green and Burrell. 7. Nays: None. Nays: None.
RESOLUTION NO. 102 OF 1998
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT AMONG
THE CITY OF SHREVEPORT, GREATER BOSSIER ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
FOUNDATION, THE SHREVEPORT-BOSSIER CONVENTION AND TOURIST BUREAU
AND THE LOUISIANA STATE FAIR ASSOCIATION TO ASSIGN RESPONSIBILITIES
FOR THE 1998 MISS TEEN USA PAGEANT AND TO OTHERWISE PROVIDE WITH
RESPECT THERETO
WHEREAS, Shreveport-Bossier Convention and Tourist Bureau is currently negotiating the terms of a contract by and between the Shreveport-Bossier Convention and Tourist Bureau and Miss Universe, L.P., LLLP concerning presentation of the 1998 Miss Teen USA Pageant at the Hirsch Memorial Coliseum located at the Louisiana State Fairground;
WHEREAS, the City of Shreveport, Greater Bossier Economic Development Foundation, and Louisiana State Fair Association have agreed to assist the Shreveport-Bossier Convention and Tourist Bureau in undertaking the responsibility to Host the 1998 Miss Teen USA Pageant; and
WHEREAS, the City of Shreveport, Greater Bossier Economic Development Foundation, the Shreveport-Bossier Convention and Tourist Bureau and the Louisiana State Fair have appointed persons from each entity to serve on a Miss Teen USA 1998 Host City Committee and vested it with responsibilities of coordinating the efforts of the City of Shreveport, City of Bossier City, the Bureau, the Fair and all sponsors in fulfilling the obligations which the Convention and Tourist Bureau has assumed as Host.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Shreveport in due, legal and regular session convened that the Mayor be and is hereby authorized to execute a contract among the City of Shreveport, the City of Bossier City, the Shreveport-Bossier Convention and Tourist Bureau and the Louisiana State Fair Association delineating the responsibilities among the parties as more fully set forth in the document filed in the Office of the Clerk of Council on June 9, 1998.
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 affect 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 Serio, seconded by Councilman Cooper passed
by the following vote: Ayes: Councilman Cooper, Stewart, Hightower, Serio, Spigener, Green
and Burrell. 7. Nays: None. Nays: None
RESOLUTION NO. 107 OF 1998
A RESOLUTION TO RECOGNIZE AND THANK THE CLOSE ENCOUNTERS BMX
RACING TEAM FOR COMMUNITY SERVICE AND FOR CREATING A POSITIVE MEDIA
IMAGE FOR SHREVEPORT, AND TO OTHERWISE PROVIDE WITH RESPECT
THERETO.
BY: COUNCILMAN GREEN
WHEREAS, the Close Encounters BMX Racing Team and Bike Shop was organized in Shreveport in 1981; and
WHEREAS, since the Close Encounters BMX Racing Team was organized, several hundred young people have become members of the team, and actively involved in BMX racing; and
WHEREAS, the Close Encounters BMX Racing Team is very competitive:
Last year's team members won two state and district championships; they produced three Top
Ten and four Top Twenty state rankings, and one member set a New World Record for the most
points earned (17,000) in the Cruiser Division; and
Team members this year are currently ranked numbers 1/2/4/6/10 Louisiana; the number 2
ranked rider is also ranked #3 nationally, with his highest national rank being number 3, and the
team has competed in several nationally televised events and has placed in each event. The team
is expected to win at least three state championships this year; and
WHEREAS, the Close Encounters BMX Racing Team also has a philanthropic mission. It raises
funds for, and supports worthy causes several times each year, including a "Race for Life" and
the collection of funds for the Muscular Dystrophy Association, and the St. Judes Children's
Research Hospital; and
WHEREAS, members of the Close Encounters BMX Racing Team are assets to their schools,
where most are honor students, and to their communities; and
WHEREAS, because of their athletic skills, competitive attitudes, scholastic achievements and
community service, members of the Close Encounters BMX Racing Team are winners on and off
the track.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Shreveport, in due,
legal and regular session convened, that it recognizes and thanks the past and current members of
the Close Encounters BMX Racing Team, its sponsors and coaches, for their community service
and for creating a positive image for Shreveport, in Louisiana and throughout the nation.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the City Council specifically recognizes the current
members of the Close Encounters BMX Racing Team and their state rankings:
| Donnie Harris | #1 State of LA | 12 Years Old Nationally Ranked #3 |
| Danny Nowlin | #2 State of LA | 8 Years Old Nationally Ranked |
| Dustin Gates | #4 State of LA | 10 Years Old Nationally Ranked |
| Chaz Cox | #6 State of LA | 10 Years Old Nationally Ranked |
| Josh Brian | #22 State of LA | 11 Years Old |
| Chris Brian | #9 State of LA | 14 Years Old |
| Shell Humphries | #42 State of LA | 12 Years Old |
| Robert Humphries | #56 State of LA | 11 Years Old |
| Derrick Daniel | #26 State of LA | 14 Years Old |
| Charles Cortines | #12 State of TX | 12 Years Old |
| Michael Nation | #10 State of LA | 7 Years Old |
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this resolution shall be executed in duplicate originals and
one original shall be presented to the Close Encounters BMX Team and an original shall be filed
in perpetuity in the Office of the Clerk of Council for the City of Shreveport.
/s/James Edward Green, City Council Chairman
/s/Bobby Joe Cooper, Council District A /s/John David Stewart, Council District B
/s/Keith Hightower, Council District C /s/Philip Serio, Council District D
/s/Pat Spigener, Council District E /s/Roy Allen Burrell, Council District G
Read by title and as read motion by Councilman Green, seconded by Councilman Cooper passed
by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Cooper, Stewart, Hightower, Serio, Spigener, Green
and Burrell. 7. Nays: None.
RESOLUTION NO. 110 OF 1998
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE INSTITUTION OF EXPROPRIATION
PROCEEDINGS AGAINST CERTAIN DESCRIBED PROPERTY WITHIN THE CITY
OF SHREVEPORT IN CONNECTION WITH THE SOUTHERN OAKS DRAINAGE
IMPROVEMENTS, PROJECT NO: 97-D001, PARCEL NOS: P-3, P-4, & T-3 AND
OTHERWISE PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO.
WHEREAS, the City of Shreveport has developed the Southern Oaks Drainage Improvements, Project No: 97-D001; and
WHEREAS, the property described in the legal description, and more fully shown on the plat map marked as Exhibit "A" attached hereto, is situated in said development; and
WHEREAS, all attempts to amicably acquire title to the property for permanent drainage servitudes comprising Parcel Nos: P-3 & P-4 have failed; and
WHEREAS, all attempts to amicably acquire rental for a temporary construction servitude on the property comprising Parcel No: T-3 have failed; and
WHEREAS, public necessity dictates that this property be owned by and subject to the use by 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 expropriation of this property is necessary for the public interest; therefore, the City Attorney be and he is hereby authorized to institute expropriation proceedings against the owners of record, as they might appear at the time of filing suit, of the property described in Exhibit "A" attached hereto as Parcel Nos: P-3 & P-4, to be purchased for permanent drainage servitudes and Parcel No: T-3 to be rented and used as a temporary construction servitude during construction of the project.
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 Spigener, seconded by Councilman Cooper
passed by the following vote: Ayes: Councilman Cooper, Stewart, Hightower, Serio, Spigener,
Green and Burrell. 7. Nays: None. Nays: None.
RESOLUTION NO. 113 OF 1998
A RESOLUTION TO RECOGNIZE AND APPRECIATE DONALD J. ZADECK FOR HIS
SERVICE ON THE SHREVEPORT MUNICIPAL FIRE AND POLICE CIVIL SERVICE
BOARD AND TO OTHERWISE PROVIDE WITH RESPECT THERETO.
BY: COUNCILMAN STEWART
WHEREAS, the Louisiana Revised Statutes require the Shreveport Municipal Fire and Police Civil Service Board to represent the public interest in matters of personnel administration in the fire and police services of the City of Shreveport; and
WHEREAS, the Shreveport Municipal Fire and Police Civil Service Board is required to adjudicate in an even handed manner: It must protect the interest of the citizens of the City of Shreveport and insure that Fire and Police Personnel are treated fairly; and
WHEREAS, the Shreveport Municipal Fire and Police Civil Service Board hears an average of 120 appeals and cases per year and provides an invaluable service for the citizens of Shreveport; and
WHEREAS, Donald J. Zadeck was appointed to the Shreveport Municipal Fire and Police Civil Service Board in August 1980 and he has served in this position for 18 years; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Zadeck was appointed Vice Chairman of the Board in August 1984 and Chairman in January 1989, the position, he has held since that time; and
WHEREAS, Donald J. Zadeck's inherent trait of fairness and his leadership ability have enabled the Shreveport Fire and Police Civil Service Board to earn and maintain the respect and confidence of the citizens of the City of Shreveport and the members of the Police and Fire Departments; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Zadeck's decision not to be reappointed to the board will leave a void of experience and dedication that will be difficult to replace.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Shreveport, in due, legal and regular session convened, does recognize and appreciate Donald J. Zadeck for his many years of service on the Shreveport Municipal Fire and Police Civil Service Board.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the City Council, on behalf of the citizens of Shreveport, thanks Donald J. Zadeck for the many long hours that he unselfishly gave to insure the fair and equitable administration of personnel matters in the Fire and Police Departments, and for making the Fire and Police Departments better organizations to serve and protect the citizens of Shreveport.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this resolution shall be executed in duplicate originals and
one original shall be presented to Donald J. Zadeck and an original shall be filed in perpetuity in
the Office of the Clerk of Council for the City of Shreveport.
/s/James Edward Green, City Council Chairman
/s/Bobby Joe Cooper, Council District A /s/John David Stewart, Council District B
/s/Keith Hightower, Council District C /s/Philip Serio, Council District D
/s/Pat Spigener, Council District E /s/Roy Allen Burrell, Council District G
Read by title and as read motion by Councilman Stewart, seconded by Councilman Serio passed
by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Cooper, Stewart, Hightower, Serio, Spigener, Green
and Burrell. 7. Nays: None.
RESOLUTION NO. 114 OF 1998
A RESOLUTION TO RECOGNIZE, CONGRATULATE AND THANK STAN LEWIS FOR
HIS 50-YEAR SUCCESSFUL BUSINESS CAREER; FOR BECOMING A LEGEND IN THE
MUSIC BUSINESS; FOR GIVING SHREVEPORT MANY YEARS OF POSITIVE
NATIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL MEDIA EXPOSURE, AND TO OTHERWISE
PROVIDE WITH RESPECT THERETO.
BY: COUNCILMAN STEWART
WHEREAS, Stan Lewis was born in Allendale, which at the time was on the outskirts of Shreveport, and he has lived in Shreveport all his life; and
WHEREAS, Stan Lewis got his first job at age 9 selling newspapers and opened his first 8 by 12 ft. record store at 728 Texas Avenue, Shreveport, in 1948 with the slogan "728-- Don't be late!"; and
WHEREAS, Stan Lewis became a music industry pioneer at the age of 20 by setting up a national independent distribution network from his store and headquarters at 728 Texas Street; and
WHEREAS, Stan Lewis became known nationally as "Stan the Record Man" by sponsoring radio shows and advertising his mail order record business to most of the country on "clear channel" radio stations KWKH in Shreveport and KAAY in Little Rock, Arkansas, hosted by Frank Page, and on a 250,000 watt station in Del Rio, Texas, hosted by Wolfman Jack, that was heard all over America and in foreign countries; and
WHEREAS, Stan Lewis became a successful record producer starting Jewel Records in 1963 and Paula and Ronn Records later, and recorded some of the incredible blues, R&B, and pop talent of that time including Lightnin' Hopkins, Lowell Fulson, Frank Frost, Little Johnny Taylor, Ted Taylor, John Fred & His Playboys, Joe Stampley and the Uniques, Ike & Tina Turner, Jimmy Reed, Toussaint McCall, as well as gospel greats, such as The Soul Stirrers, Yolanda Adams, The Brooklyn All Stars, Rev. C. L. Franklin, and country stars Nat Stuckey, Mickey Gilly, and Randy Travis.
WHEREAS, Stan Lewis produced many hits, including "Susie-Q" which he also co-authored with Dale Hawkins who recorded it; and
WHEREAS, Stan Lewis rose from humble beginnings with a record store no larger than a closet to become the South's largest independent record distributor with dozens of national hits on the R&B and pop charts, and to become friends and colleagues with other giants in the industry including Leonard and Phil Chess of Chess Records, Jerry Wexler of Atlantic Records, and Jerry Moss of A&M Records, and nationally known artists including Elvis Presley who was one of many artists to hold autograph parties at 728 Texas Avenue.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Shreveport, in due, legal and regular session convened, that it recognizes, congratulates and thanks Stan Lewis for his 50-year successful business career, for becoming "Stan the Record Man" a national legend in the record business, and for giving Shreveport many years of positive national and international media coverage.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this resolution shall be executed in duplicate originals and
one original shall be presented to Mr. Stan Lewis and an original shall be filed in perpetuity in
the Office of the Clerk of Council for the City of Shreveport.
/s/James Edward Green, City Council Chairman
/s/Bobby Joe Cooper, Council District A /s/John David Stewart, Council District B
/s/Keith Hightower, Council District C /s/Philip Serio, Council District D
/s/Pat Spigener, Council District E /s/Roy Allen Burrell, Council District G
Read by title and as read motion by Councilman Stewart, seconded by Councilman Spigener
passed by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Cooper, Stewart, Hightower, Serio, Spigener,
Green and Burrell. 7. Nays: None.
INTRODUCTION OF RESOLUTION:
Resolution No. 112 of 1998: A resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an
intergovernmental solid waste agreement with Bossier City, and to otherwise provide
with respect thereto.
INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCES:
1. Ordinance No. 114 of 1998: An ordinance amending the 1998 budget for the Fleet Services
Internal Service Fund Budget, appropriating the funds authorized therein, and otherwise
providing with respect thereto.
Ordinance No. 115 of 1998: An ordinance to create and establish Dalzell Street as a one
way street from Southern Avenue to Fairfield Avenue requiring vehicles to travel in an
easterly direction only and to otherwise provide with respect thereto.
Ordinance No. 116 of 1998: An ordinance to repeal Ordinance No. 152 of 1961
pertaining to creating and making Topeka Street a one-way street and to otherwise
provide with respect thereto.
Ordinance No. 117 of 1998: An ordinance to repeal Ordinance No. 133 of 1951
pertaining to declaring the 1800 and 1900 blocks of Stephens Street as a one way street
and to otherwise provide with respect thereto.
Ordinance No. 118 of 1998: An ordinance to amend Chapter 106 of the Code of
Ordinances, the City of Shreveport Zoning Ordinance, by amending and re-enacting
regulations regarding large vehicles in the first fifteen (15) feet behind any property line
adjacent to any street, and to otherwise provide with respect thereto.
Ordinance No. 119 of 1998: An ordinance to amend Chapter 106 of the Code of
Ordinances, as amended, the City of Shreveport Zoning Ordinance, by amending Section
106-1127, to modify the language on the terms and conditions provision regarding
alcoholic beverage uses and by otherwise providing with respect thereto.
Ordinance No. 120 of 1998: An ordinance to amend Chapter 106 of the Code of
Ordinances, as amended, the City of Shreveport Zoning Ordinance, by amending Sections
106-638, 106-678 and 106-698 by adding "video sales and rentals" to the list of uses
permitted by right in the B-2, B-3 and B-4 Business Districts and by otherwise providing
with respect thereto.
Ordinance No. 121 of 1998: An ordinance to amend Chapter 106 of the Code of
Ordinances, as amended, the City of Shreveport Zoning Ordinance, by amending and re-enacting Section 106-1179 by deleting provision regarding fences extending beyond
property lines and by otherwise providing with respect thereto.
Ordinance No. 122 of 1998: An ordinance to amend Chapter 106 of the Code of
Ordinances, the City of Shreveport Zoning Ordinance, by amending and re-enacting the
section regarding required parking spaces, and to otherwise provide with respect thereto.
Ordinance No. 123 of 1998: An ordinance to amend Chapter 106 of the Code of
Ordinances, as amended, the City of Shreveport Zoning Ordinance, by amending Sections
106-638, 106-639, 106-640, 106-659, 106-678, 106-698, 106-700, 106-700.1 and 106-818 by modifying "restaurant" in the list of uses permitted in the B-2, B-2-A, B-3, B-4,
and I-1 Districts and by otherwise providing with respect thereto.
Ordinance No. 124 of 1998: An ordinance to amend Chapter 106 of the Code of
Ordinances, the City of Shreveport Zoning Ordinance, by changing the zoning
classification of property located on the SW corner of Alston Street and Dale Street,
Shreveport, Caddo Parish, Louisiana, from R-3, Urban, Multi-Family Residence District
to B-2, Neighborhood Business District and to otherwise provide with respect thereto.
Ordinance No. 125 of 1998: An ordinance to amend Chapter 106 of the Code of
Ordinances, the City of Shreveport Zoning Ordinance, by changing the zoning
classification of property located on the south side of Greenwood Road, 200 feet east of
Curtis Lane, Shreveport, Caddo Parish, Louisiana, from I-1, Light Industry District to R-MHP, Residence Mobile Home Park District, and on the north side of Pro Street, 200 feet
east of Curtis Lane, Shreveport, Caddo Parish, Louisiana, from I-1, Light Industry District
to B-3, Community Business District and to otherwise provide with respect thereto.
Ordinance No. 126 of 1998: An ordinance to amend Chapter 106 of the Code of
Ordinances, the City of Shreveport Zoning Ordinance, by adding supplementary use
regulations regarding telecommunications towers and antennas and to otherwise provide
with respect thereto.
Ordinance No. 127 of 1998 by Councilman Cooper: An ordinance creating a Police
Department Citizens' Review Board and to otherwise provide with respect thereto.
Read by title and as read motion by Councilman Burrell, seconded by Councilman Hightower for
Introduction of the Resolutions and Ordinances to lay over until the July 14, 1998 meeting.
Motion approved by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Cooper, Hightower, Serio, Spigener,
Green and Burrell. 6. Nays: None. Out of Chamber: Councilman Stewart. 1.
Mayor Williams: I'd like to make a comment about Ordinance No. 127 its on Introduction,
creating the Police Department Citizens' Review Board. After having reviewed this document,
as prepared, I'm totally opposed to this ordinance and if in fact the Council elects to pass this
ordinance, I will veto it. I will veto it because I am totally opposed to this without going into a
lot of detail right now. But I would just like to advice the Council, that that's my position on this
ordinance is, I'll veto it, if it is passed in its present form.
ORDINANCES ON SECOND READING AND FINAL PASSAGE:
Ordinance No. 119 of 1997 by Councilman Serio: An ordinance establishing certain four
way stop intersections and three way stop intersections within the University Terrace
South Subdivision, and otherwise providing with respect thereto.
Councilman Serio: I'm hopeful will have it resolved in the next Council session, and I ask
that we postpone this one.
Having passed first reading on October 14, 1997, 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 Stewart to postpone the ordinance until the next regular meeting.
Motion passed by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Cooper, Stewart, Hightower, Serio,
Spigener, Green and Burrell. 7. Nays: None.
Ordinance No. 97 of 1998: An ordinance to amend Chapter 106 of the Code of
Ordinances, the City of Shreveport Zoning Ordinance, by changing the zoning
classification of property located on the south side of the Industrial Loop, 1,200 feet west
of Walker Road, Shreveport, Caddo Parish, Louisiana, from R-1D, Urban, One-Family
Residence District to R-3, Urban, Multi-Family Residence District, and to otherwise
provide with respect thereto.
Having passed first reading on May 26, 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 Cooper to postpone the ordinance until the next regular meeting.
Motion approved by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Cooper, Stewart, Hightower, Serio,
Spigener, Green and Burrell. 7. Nays: None.
Ordinance No. 99 of 1998: An ordinance to amend Section 10-142 of the Code of
Ordinances relative to alcoholic beverages measurements and to otherwise provide with
respect thereto.
Having passed first reading on June 9, 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 Stewart,
seconded by Councilman Serio adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Cooper,
Stewart, Hightower, Serio, Spigener, Green and Burrell. 7. Nays: None.
Ordinance No. 100 of 1998: An ordinance to amend certain sections of Chapter 78 of the
Code of Ordinances and to otherwise provide with respect thereto.
Having passed first reading on June 9, 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 Stewart
seconded by Councilman Spigener adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Cooper,
Stewart, Hightower, Serio, Spigener, Green and Burrell. 7. Nays: None.
5. Ordinance No. 101 of 1998: An ordinance amending the 1998 budget for the Community
Development Special Revenue Fund, appropriating the funds authorized therein, and otherwise
provide with respect thereto.
Having passed first reading on June 9, 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 Burrell adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Cooper,
Stewart, Hightower, Serio, Spigener, Green and Burrell. 7. Nays: None.
Ordinance No. 102 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.
Having passed first reading on June 9, 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 Green
seconded by Councilman Hightower for passage. The Deputy Clerk read the following
amendment(s):
Amendment No. 1:
AMEND THE ORDINANCE AS FOLLOWS:
In Program C - Street Improvements
Baxter Street Paving (96C011) is increased by $330,000. Funding source is 1996 GOB, Prop.
4.
Linear Street Paving (96C007) is decreased by $330,000. Funding source is 1996 GOB, Prop
4.
In Program H - Airport Improvements
Terminal Building Renovation Regional Airport (93H004) is decreased by $1,397,200. Funding Sources is $414,900 1997 Series A Bonds, and $982,300 1997 Series B Bonds.
Motion by Councilman Green, seconded by Councilman Cooper for adoption of Amendment No.
1. Motion approved by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Cooper, Stewart, Hightower,
Serio, Spigener, Green and Burrell. 7. Nays: None.
Amendment No. 2:
AMEND THE ORDINANCE AS FOLLOWS:
In Program C - Street Improvements
Buncombe Road Bridge Replacement (98C008) is established at $270,000. Funding source is
1983 GOB, Prop. 1.
1998 Sidewalk Program (98C009) is established at $480,000. Funding source is $109,600 1978
GOB, Prop. 1, and $370,400 1980 GOB, Prop. 1.
Motion by Councilman Spigener, seconded by Councilman Burrell for adoption of Amendment
No. 2. Motion approved by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Cooper, Hightower, Serio,
Spigener, Green and Burrell. 6. Nays: None. Did not cast a vote: Councilman Stewart. 1.
Motion by Councilman Green, seconded by Councilman Stewart for adoption of the ordinance as
amended. Motion adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Cooper, Stewart,
Hightower, Serio, Spigener, Green and Burrell. 7. Nays: None.
7. Ordinance No. 103 of 1998: An ordinance amending the 1998 General Fund Budget,
appropriating the funds authorized therein, and otherwise providing with respect thereto.
Having passed first reading on June 9, 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 Green seconded by Councilman Hightower for passage. The Deputy Clerk read the following amendment(s):
Amendment No. 1 by Councilman James Green:
AMEND THE ORDINANCE AS FOLLOWS:
In Paragraph 2. Appropriations:
Under General Government, decrease Operating Reserves by $9,000 and the subtotal by a like
amount.
Under Police, increase Improvements and Equipment by $9,000 and the subtotal by a like
amount.
Motion by Councilman Green, seconded by Councilman Hightower for adoption of Amendment
No. 1. Motion approved by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Cooper, Stewart, Hightower,
Serio, Spigener, Green and Burrell. 7. Nays: None.
Amendment No. 2:
AMEND THE ORDINANCE AS FOLLOWS:
Under Appropriations, Office of Mayor, Personal Services is decreased by $30,000;
Improvements & Equipment is increased by $30,000.
Motion by Councilman Spigener, seconded by Councilman Cooper for adoption of Amendment
No. 2. Motion approved by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Cooper, Stewart, Hightower,
Serio, Spigener, Green and Burrell. 7. Nays: None.
Motion by Councilman Burrell, seconded by Councilman Stewart for adoption of the ordinance
as amended. Motion adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Cooper, Stewart,
Hightower, Serio, Spigener, Green and Burrell. 7. Nays: None.
Ordinance No. 104 of 1998: An ordinance amending Ordinance No. 127 of 1997, the
1998 Airports Budget, appropriating funds authorized therein, and otherwise providing
with respect thereto.
Having passed first reading on June 9, 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 Green,
seconded by Councilman Burrell to postpone the ordinance until the next regular meeting.
Motion adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Cooper, Stewart, Hightower, Serio,
Spigener, Green and Burrell. 7. Nays: None.
9. Ordinance No. 105 of 1998: An ordinance amending the 1998 budget for the Police Grants
Special Revenue Fund, appropriating the funds authorized therein, and otherwise providing with
respect thereto.
Having passed first reading on June 9, 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 Green
seconded by Councilman Hightower for passage. The Deputy Clerk read the following
amendment:
Amendment No. 1:
AMEND THE ORDINANCE AS FOLLOWS:
In Appropriations, under DARE Grant, Personal Services is decreased by $28,000; Other
Charges is increased $28,000.
Motion by Councilman Serio, seconded by Councilman Green for adoption of the amendment.
Motion approved by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Cooper, Stewart, Hightower, Serio,
Spigener, Green and Burrell. 7. Nays: None.
Motion by Councilman Green, seconded by Councilman Burrell for adoption of the ordinance as
amended. Motion adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Cooper, Stewart,
Hightower, Serio, Spigener, Green and Burrell. 7. Nays: None.
Ordinance No. 106 of 1998 by Councilman Stewart: To enact Section 10-163.1 of the
Code of Ordinances of the City of Shreveport entitled, entry on licensed premises under
21 years of age prohibited, and to provide with respect thereto.
Having passed first reading on June 9, 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 Stewart
seconded by Councilman Serio adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Cooper,
Stewart, Hightower, Serio, Spigener, Green and Burrell. 7. Nays: None.
11. Ordinance No. 107 of 1998 by Councilman Stewart: To enact section 10-163.2 of the Code
of Ordinances of the City of Shreveport entitled, false identification prohibited/I.d. required, and
to provide with respect thereto.
Having passed first reading on June 9, 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 Stewart
seconded by Councilman Hightower adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Cooper,
Stewart, Hightower, Serio, Spigener, Green and Burrell. 7. Nays: None.
Councilman Stewart: For the record, I appreciate the vote. Also, for the record, would like to
express appreciation from the Police Department for their assistance in this to make certain that it
was done correctly. And in due respect to all parties, regardless of their interest; thank you very
much.
The adopted Ordinances, as amended, follow:
ORDINANCE NO. 99 OF 1998
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND SECTION 10-142 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES
RELATIVE TO ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES MEASUREMENTS AND TO OTHERWISE
PROVIDE WITH RESPECT THERETO.
BE IT ORDAINED by the City Council of the City of Shreveport, in due, legal and regular
session convened, that Section 10-142 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Shreveport is
hereby amended to now read as follows:
Sec. 10-142. Sale near school, churches, etc.
(a) Except as otherwise provided in this subsection, it shall be unlawful for any person to sell at either wholesale or retail, or otherwise dispose of, any beverage of high alcoholic content from, and no permit shall be granted for, any premises situated within 300 feet or less of a parish or municipal playground or of a building used exclusively as a church or synagogue, public library or school, except a school for business education conducted as a business college; provided, however, that where the premises to be licensed is located in the central business district, zoned B-4, as defined in chapter 106, it shall be unlawful for any person to sell at either wholesale or retail, or otherwise dispose of, any beverage of high alcoholic content from, and no permit shall be granted for, any premises situated within 200 feet or less of the abovementioned places, except a public library, or any premises situated within 90 feet or less of a public library. The required distance shall be measured as a person walks using the sidewalk from the nearest point of the property line of the church, synagogue, public library, public playground, or school to the nearest point of the premises to be licensed.
(b) Except as otherwise provided in this subsection, it shall be unlawful to engage in the business
of dealing in beverages of low alcoholic content from, and no permit shall be granted for, any
premises situated within 300 feet or less of a public playground or of a building used exclusively
as a church or synagogue, public library or school, except those used as accredited institutions of
higher education or schools for business education conducted as business colleges or schools;
provided, however, that where the premises to be licensed is located in the central business
district, zoned B-4, as defined in chapter 106, it shall be unlawful to engage in the business of
dealing in beverages of low alcoholic content from, and no permit shall be granted for, any
premises situated within 200 feet or less of the abovementioned places, except a public library, or
any premises situated within 90 feet or less of a public library. The required distance shall be
measured as a person walks using the sidewalk from the nearest point of the property line of the
church, synagogue, public library, public playground, or school to the nearest point of the
premises to be licensed.
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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 resolutions or parts thereof in conflict
herewith are hereby repealed.
/s/James Edward Green, Chairman
/s/Arthur G. Thompson, Clerk of Council
ORDINANCE NO. 100 OF 1998
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND CERTAIN SECTIONS OF CHAPTER 78 OF THE CODE OF
ORDINANCES AND TO OTHERWISE PROVIDE WITH RESPECT THERETO.
BE IT ORDAINED by the City Council of the City of Shreveport, in due, legal and regular session convened, that Chapter 78 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Shreveport is hereby amended as follows:
1) By amending section 78-325(b) to now read as follows:
Sec. 78-325. Taking of Frogs.
***
(b) Bullfrogs and lagoon frogs may not be taken during the months of April and May. Frogs may
be taken in open season with the aid of a jacklight or any other visible light and by means of
mechanical devices known as frog gigs. No person shall carry or have in his possession any
shotgun, rifle or firearm while taking or hunting frogs during the nighttime. A person may take
any species of small frogs known variously as greenfrogs, grassfrogs, leopardfrogs, springfrogs,
etc., for scientific, educational or propagating purposes, regardless of size, but not for food or
sale. Selling of bullfrogs and lagoon frogs is permissible during any part of the year.
***
2) By amend section 78-342 to now read as follows:
Sec. 78-342. Authority to issue permits on city property.
The subdepartment of permits and inspection shall be authorized to issue permits for the
construction and/or placement of all improvements and developments on city-owned property on
Cross Lake within and below the 172-foot contour line after the subdepartment of permits and
inspection, the department of water and sewerage, and other applicable departments, have
reviewed the plans for the proposed improvement and/or development and have approved such
plans in writing.
3) By amending section 78-357(b) to now read as follows:
Sec. 78-357. Permit for Piers, Boathouses, Docks and Other Improvements and
Developments.
***
(b) Applications for the permits referred to in subsection (a) of this section shall be made on
forms obtainable at the permits and inspections office or the office of the Cross Lake Patrol.
***
4) By amending section 78-386(c) to now read as follows:
Sec. 78-386. Permit Required; Fee; Duration; Waiver of fee.
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(c) Commercial or rental boat permits shall be issued for a fee of $75.00 annually regardless of
the number of boats. The permit shall be kept by the owner of the business and each boat
provided for rental shall be identified with the business name of the permit holder.
***
5) By amending section 78-417 (4) to now read as follows:
Sec. 78-417. When and Where Permitted.
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(4) Swimming is permitted only within 30 feet of a pier, boat, or boathouse.
***
6) By amending section 78-418 to now read as follows:
Sec. 78-418. Lifejacket Required.
A person being towed, skiing, riding or driving a personal water craft shall at all times wear a
suitable United States Coast Guard approved lifejacket.
7) By amending section 78-420 to now read as follows:
Sec. 78-420. Operator and Observer Required on Towboat.
When participating in waterskiing on Cross Lake, a towboat pulling skiers, tubers, or other
persons operating any boat or personal watercraft as defined herein shall have at least two
responsible persons on board at all times, one serving as the boat operator, the other as an
observer. For the purposes of this section any observer on any boat or personal watercraft shall
be at least 12 years of age.
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 resolutions or parts thereof in conflict
herewith are hereby repealed.
/s/James Edward Green, Chairman
/s/Arthur G. Thompson, Clerk of Council
ORDINANCE NO. 101 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
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 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 300,000
Transfer to Fleet Services 75,300
Subtotal 1,857,100
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 2,888,100
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 705,600
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 13,205,300
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 21,201,400
Permits and Inspections
Personal Services 829,800
Materials and Supplies 38,600
Contractual Services 34,300
Improvements and Equipment 229,700
Subtotal 1,132,400
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 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/James Edward Green, Chairman
/s/Arthur G. Thompson, Clerk of Council
ORDINANCE NO. 102 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
City Council Office Renovation (98A002) is established at $300,000. Funding source is
General Fund.
Building Maintenance (95A005) is decreased by $300,000. Funding source is General Fund.
In Program C - Street Improvements
Baxter Street Paving (96C011) is increased by $330,000. Funding source is 1996 GOB, Prop.
4.
Linear Street Paving (96C007) is decreased by $330,000. Funding source is 1996 GOB, Prop
4.
In Program D - Drainage Improvements
Stormwater Monitoring Plan (91D016) is increased by $120,000. Funding source is General
Fund.
Missouri/Andrew Drainage (96D007) is increased by $60,000. Funding source is 1996 GOB.
Ockley Ditch Improvements Project (92D002) is decreased by $60,000. Funding source is
1996 GOB.
Buncombe Road Bridge Replacement (98C008) is established at $270,000. Funding source is
1983 GOB, Prop. 1.
1998 Sidewalk Program (98C009) is established at $480,000. Funding source is $109,600 1978
GOB, Prop. 1, and $370,400 1980 GOB, Prop. 1.
In Program H - Airport Improvements
Taxiway "D" Pavement Repair and Rehabilitation (98H001) is established at $355,700.
Funding source is $291,100 Federal Aviation Admin., $32,300 State DOTD Grant, and $32,300
Airport Authority.
Taxiway "D" MITL Repair and Rehabilitation (98H002) is established by $251,500.
Funding source is $205,700 Federal Aviation Admin., $22,900 State DOTD Grant, and $22,900
Airport Authority.
Clearing and Grubbing - Runway 14/32 Clear Zone (98H003) is established at $479,800.
Funding source is $392,600 Federal Aviation Admin., $43,600 State DOTD Grant, and $43,600
Airport Authority.
Ramp Repairs - Shreveport Regional Airport (98H004) is established at $571,200. Funding
source is $467,400 Federal Aviation Admin., $51,900 State DOTD Grant, and $51,900 Airport
Authority.
Drainage Improvements Phase II - Shreveport Regional Airport (98H005) is established at
$1,258,800. Funding source is $1,030,000 Federal Aviation Admin., $114,400 State DOTD
Grant, and $114,400 Airport Authority.
Terminal Building Renovation Regional Airport (93H004) is decreased by $1,397,200. Funding Sources is $414,900 1997 Series A Bonds, and $982,300 1997 Series B Bonds.
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/James Edward Green, Chairman
/s/Arthur G. Thompson, Clerk of Council
ORDINANCE NO. 103 OF 1998
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE 1998 GENERAL FUND BUDGET, 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 provides for the amendment of a previously adopted budget; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the City Council of the City of Shreveport, in due,
legal session convened, that Ordinance No. 125 of 1997 the 1998 General Fund Budget, as
amended, be further amended and reenacted as follows:
1. Estimated Receipts - The estimated fund receipts and receipts derived from the special levies for the year 1998:
Taxes and Special Assessments 91,867,800
Licenses and Permits 4,976,800
External Services Charges 7,281,500
Internal Service charges 4,314,100
Interest Earnings 258,100
Fines and Forfeits 3,209,200
Intergovernmental 1,632,900
Miscellaneous 11,439,300
Interfund Transfer 1,341,000
Prior Year Fund Balance 8,630,600
TOTAL 134,951,300
2. Appropriations - The funds set forth in the following classes of expenditures are hereby
appropriated by department, out of the general fund receipts and receipts derived from the special
levies described hereinabove for the year 1998:
Office of the Mayor
Personal Services 2,146,300
Materials and Supplies 71,000
Contractual Services 233,400
Other Charges 21,100
Improvements and Equipment 59,800
Transfer to Fleet Services 600
Subtotal 2,532,200
Public Assembly And Recreation
Personal Services 6,629,900
Materials and Supplies 734,900
Contractual Services 1,909,700
Other Charges 209,500
Improvements and Equipment 603,700
Transfer to Fleet Services 218,700
Subtotal 10,306,400
Finance - Operations
Personal Services 4,045,200
Materials and Supplies 276,500
Contractual Services 829,900
Other Charges 100
Improvements and Equipment 462,800
Subtotal 5,614,500
Finance - General Government
Personal Services 1,498,000
Materials and Supplies 1,100
Contractual Services 548,600
Other Charges 2,626,100
Liability Reserves 0
Operating Reserves 8,404.800
Improvements and Equipment 100,000
Transfer to Golf 100,000
Transfer to M.P.C. 759,400
Transfer to SporTran 3,308,400
Transfer to Retained Risk Fund 4,798,500
Transfer to Community Services 396,000
Transfer to Capital 719.800
Transfer to Riverfront 170,000
Transfer to Debt Service 531,100
Transfer to Fleet Services 51,900
Transfer to W & S 626,500
Transfer to Community Development 1,387,800
Subtotal 26,028,000
Police
Personal Services 25,005,000
Materials and Supplies 978,900
Contractual Services 742,000
Other Charges 70,400
Improvements and Equipment 31,000
Transfer to Police Grants 369,700
Transfer to Fleet Services 1,159,900
Subtotal 28,356,900
Fire
Personal Services 24,784,900
Materials and Supplies 719,900
Contractual Services 678,700
Other Charges 2,000
Improvements and Equipment 253,700
Subtotal 26,439,200
Public Works
Personal Services 10,180,500
Materials and Supplies 1,306,700
Contractual Services 8,704,100
Other Charges 1,000
Improvements and Equipment 10,317,200
Transfer to Fleet Services 2,047,800
Subtotal 32,557,300
City Council
Personal Services 793,800
Materials and Supplies 12,000
Contractual Services 134,400
Other Charges 0
Improvements and Equipment 45,800
Transfer to Fleet Services 1,600
Subtotal 987,600
City Courts
Personal Services 1,307,900
Materials and Supplies 32,700
Contractual Services 56,500
Other Charges 0
Improvements and Equipment 34,800
Transfer to Fleet Services 600
Subtotal 1,432,500
City Marshal
Personal Services 621,100
Materials and Supplies 30,600
Contractual Services 7,000
Other Charges 0
Improvements and Equipment 0
Transfer to Fleet Services 20,000
Subtotal 678,700
GENERAL FUND OPERATIONS - TOTAL 134,951,300
BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that paragraphs 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8 of Ordinance No. 124 of 1998 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 repealed.
/s/James Edward Green, Chairman
/s/Arthur G. Thompson, Clerk of Council
ORDINANCE NO. 105 OF 1998
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE 1998 BUDGET FOR THE POLICE GRANTS SPECIAL
REVENUE FUND, APPROPRIATING THE FUNDS AUTHORIZED THEREIN, AND
OTHERWISE PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO
WHEREAS, Article 4, Section 4.18 (a) of the City Charter of the City of Shreveport provides for the amendment of a previously adopted budget; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the City Council of the City of Shreveport, in due,
regular, and legal session convened, that Ordinance No. 136 for 1997, the 1998 Budget for the
Police Grants Special Revenue Fund Budget as amended, be further amended and reenacted as
follows:
1. Estimated Receipts - The estimated Police Grants Special Revenue Fund receipts for the year 1998 are hereby established as follows:
Revenue Receipts
Presidential Police Hiring Grant 500,400
Weed and Seed 370,600 DARE Grant 145,200
Asset Forfeiture 59,500
AFIS 302,600
NLEPA Youth Curfew, Holding... 11,000
Cops Ahead 251,200
Criminal Activity Patrol Grant 87,900
Tracking Violent Offenders 44,400
Local Law Enforcement Block Grant '96/97 24,600 Local Law Enforcement Block Grant '97/98 722,100
COPS More Grant 975,000
Reduction of Crack/Drug Houses 50,000
Advanced Community Policing 248,500
Domestic Violence Prevention 35,000 Transfer from General Fund 369,700
Fund Balance 371,100
TOTAL RECEIPTS 4,568,800
2. Appropriations - The funds set forth herein below are hereby appropriated out of the Police Grant Special Revenue Fund receipts for the year 1998:
Presidential Police Hiring Grant
Personal Services 699,400
Subtotal 699,400
Weed and Seed
Personal Services 212,800
Materials and Supplies 10,300
Contractual Services 145,500
Other Charges 2,000
Improvements and Equipment 0
Subtotal 370,600
DARE Grant
Personal Services 115,800
Materials & Supplies 1,300
Other Charges 28,100
Subtotal 145,200
Asset Forfeiture
Personal Services 53,300
Materials and Supplies 2,000
Improvements and Equipment 4,200
Subtotal 59,500
AFIS
Personal Services 302,600
Subtotal 302,600
NLEPA Youth Curfew, Holding
Contractual Services 59,200
Subtotal 59,200
COPS Ahead
Personal Services 325,200
Subtotal 325,200
Criminal Activity Patrol Grant
Personal Services 111,200
Subtotal 111,200
Tracking Violent Offenders
Personal Services 57,600
Improvements and Equipment 100
Subtotal 57,700
Local Law Enforcement Block Grant '96/97
Personal Services 22,200
Materials and Supplies 200
Improvements & Equipment 42,400
Subtotal 64,800
Local Law Enforcement Block Grant '97/98
Other Charges 286,700
Improvements and Equipment 435,400
Subtotal 722,100
COPS More Grant
Improvements & Equipment 1,300,000
Subtotal 1,300,000
Reduction of Crack/Drug Houses
Personal Services 67,800
Subtotal 67,800
Advanced Community Policing
Improvements & Equipment 248,500
Subtotal 248,500
Domestic Violence Prevention
Contractual Services 35,000
Subtotal 35,000
Total Appropriations 4,568,800
BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that paragraphs 3, 4, 5, and 6 of Ordinance No. 136 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/James Edward Green, Chairman
/s/Arthur G. Thompson, Clerk of Council
ORDINANCE NO. 106 OF 1998
TO ENACT SECTION 10-163.1 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF
SHREVEPORT ENTITLED, ENTRY ON LICENSED PREMISES UNDER 21 YEARS OF
AGE PROHIBITED, AND TO PROVIDE WITH RESPECT THERETO
BY: COUNCILMAN STEWART
BE IT ORDAINED by the City Council of the City of Shreveport, in due, legal and regular
session convened that Section 10-163.1 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Shreveport is
hereby amended and reenacted to read as follows:
Section 10-163.1 - Entry on Licensed Premises Under 21 Years of Age
A) No person under the age of 21 years shall go into or upon or remain in or upon or attempt to go into or upon or remain in or upon any business, which belongs to another, where alcoholic beverages are the principle commodity sold, handled or given away. Provided that this section shall not apply to any person under 21 years of age when such person is accompanied by such person's parent or legal guardian who is 21 years of age or older and shall not apply to persons lawfully employed by the business in accordance with Section 10-65.9 of this chapter.
B) The holder of any alcoholic beverage retail permit issued by the City of Shreveport shall cause a sign in type of not less than 30-point type to be displayed at the point of entry to the licensed premises that reads: SECTION 10-163.1 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF SHREVEPORT PROHIBITS PERSONS UNDER THE AGE OF 21 FROM COMING INTO OR REMAINING UPON THESE PREMISES WITHOUT PARENT OR LEGAL GUARDIAN. VIOLATORS MAY BE SUBJECT TO IMPRISONMENT AND/OR FINE OF UP TO $500.
C) Whoever violates the provisions of this section shall be fined not more than $500.00 or
imprisoned for not more than 60 days or both.
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 affect 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/James Edward Green, Chairman
/s/Arthur G. Thompson, Clerk of Council
ORDINANCE NO. 107 OF 1998
TO ENACT SECTION 10-163.2 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF
SHREVEPORT ENTITLED, FALSE IDENTIFICATION PROHIBITED/ I. D. REQUIRED,
AND TO PROVIDE WITH RESPECT THERETO
BY: COUNCILMAN STEWART
BE IT ORDAINED by the City Council of the City of Shreveport, in due, legal and regular
session convened that Section 10-163.2 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Shreveport is
hereby amended and reenacted to read as follows:
Section 10-163.2 - False Identification Prohibited - Identification Required
A) No person, under the age of twenty-one (21) years shall present or offer to any business, or to its agents or employees, where alcoholic beverages are the principle commodity sold, handled or given away any verbal, written, printed, or photostatic evidence of age or identity which is false, fraudulent or not actually his or her own for the purpose of entering or going upon the premises of the business.
B) No person shall go into or upon or remain in or upon or attempt to go into or upon or remain or upon any business, which belongs to another, where alcoholic beverages are the principle commodity sold, handled or given away unless such individual has on his or her person a drivers license, selective service card, state identification card or other lawfully issued photographic identification card which on its face establishes the age of the person as 21 years of age or older. No such form of identification shall be accepted as proof of age if it has expired, or is defaced, mutilated or altered. If the drivers license, state identification card, selective service card or other lawful photographic identification submitted is a duplicate, the person shall submit additional identification information which contains the name, date of birth and photograph of the person. Educational institution identification cards, check cashing identification cards or employee identification cards shall not be considered as lawful identification for purposes of this paragraph.
C) The holder of any alcoholic beverage retail permit issued by the City of Shreveport shall cause a sign in type of not less than 30-point type to be displayed at the point of entry to the licensed premises that reads: SECTION 10-163.2 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF SHREVEPORT PROHIBITS THE USE OF A FALSE IDENTIFICATION TO GAIN ENTRY TO THESE PREMISES. LEGAL PHOTO I.D. REQUIRED. VIOLATORS ARE SUBJECT TO IMPRISONMENT AND/OR A $500 FINE.
D) Whoever violates the provisions of this Section shall be fined not more than $500 or
imprisoned for not more than 60 days or both.
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 affect 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/James Edward Green, Chairman
/s/Arthur G. Thompson, Clerk of Council
UNFINISHED BUSINESS. The following items remained tabled:
1. Ordinance No. 46 of 1995 by Mr. Stewart: To revise the membership of the Board of Trustees
of the Employees' Retirement System. (Tabled on 6-13-95)
2. Ordinance No. 90 of 1995: Amending Sec. 30-92 of the Code relative to fireworks. (F/Green)
(Tabled on 2-27-96)
3. Ordinance No. 61 of 1996: Amending the Code by adding Div.5, Art. V, Chap. 26 relative to
establishing a Riverfront Development Special Revenue Fund. (D/Serio) (Tabled on 7-9-96)
4. Resolution No. 94 of 1997: Renaming Airport Park the "Maurice 'Blimp' Monroe Park."
(F/Green) (Tabled on 5-27-97)
NEW BUSINESS:
ABO Card appeals:
a. Edward Krane (not present).
Motion by Councilman Spigener to uphold the decision of the Police Department, seconded by
Councilman Stewart. Motion approved by the following vote: Ayes: Councilman Cooper,
Stewart, Hightower, Serio, Spigener, Green and Burrell. 7. Nays: None.
b. Christopher Paul Warner (not present).
Councilman Burrell: Have these people been instructed to (inaudible)? I'm sure that they are
pretty much aware that this is happening today? Ms. Lee: They are notified in writing, yes.
Councilman Green: They've been notified in writing.
Motion by Councilman Serio to uphold the decision of the Police Department, seconded by
Councilman Stewart. Motion approved by the following vote: Ayes: Councilman Cooper,
Stewart, Hightower, Serio, Spigener, Green and Burrell. 7. Nays: None.
c. Eric Cheatham (represented by Ms. Cheatman).
Motion by Councilman Green to uphold the decision of the Police Department, seconded by
Councilman Hightower.
Ms. Lee: Mr. Chairman, I am not sure if he is here or has a representative. Ms. Cheatman: I'm his mother, can I speak for him. He is working this evening. Councilman Green: Is there any objection to his mother speaking for him (no objections were voiced).
Ms. Cheatman: He is at work and I wanted to come on behalf of him. If at all possible, I'd appreciate ya'll considering him working. He has made a big mistake in stealing and I feel like he should pay his fine and stay off work. He can't work without this card and I'd appreciate if you could do it.
Councilman Burrell: Can we get a, I'm not that familiar with.. . Ms. Cheatman: With what happened? Councilman Burrell: Yes. Ms. Cheatman: Why he was rejected or? Councilman Burrell: Well, we've have a police officer here I'm sure, Lieutenant Shoemake. Ms. Cheatman: This didn't happen here, he got a DWI in Pineville.
Councilman Green: Officer Shoemake, would you come forward please. Would you read the report for us please. Lieutenant Shoemake: Our reasons for rejection, there were several reasons. First, he was convicted of public possession of alcohol in Pineville in '96 and was put on probation for that. Then he was arrested for simple theft and pled guilty 10-6-97. Then he was arrested for DWI, hit and run, possession of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia on 5-10-98 and that case still pending as best I could find out from Pineville. And on his application, he admitted to receiving stolen property, of which I have no record. He states he has (inaudible) arrested for and any type of drug possession or violation of any liquor violations. Ms. Cheatman: At that time, the hit and run and the drug paraphernalia were dropped, but we have not gone to court (inaudible); so, I felt like it has. Lieutenant Shoemake: He has been arrested, but he has not been convicted. He said he'd not been arrested. Ms. Cheatman: I don't know what to say on that.
Councilman Spigener: Will he be using this ABO card, if he were to be granted one, at the
location where he is working now? Ms. Cheatman: Just where he is working. It is three block
from where we live and he can walk there. Councilman Spigener: Is his employer aware of his
background? Ms. Cheatman: I don't know.
Motion approved by the following vote: Ayes: Councilman Cooper, Stewart, Hightower, Serio,
Spigener, Green and Burrell. 7. Nays: None.
BAC-51-98, CHARLES WILLIAM JUSTICE, JR., 4149 Baltimore, variance in the front yard setback and in the off-street parking requirement in an R-1D District, residence.
Councilman Stewart: For the record, my understanding is that the applicant, Charles W. Justice,
Jr. applied for a variance in the front yard. It was approved? Ms. Battle: It was approved, yes,
sir. Councilman Stewart: The vote was? Ms. Battle: I believe it was unanimous. Councilman
Stewart: And that was through the ZBA, is that correct? Ms. Battle: Through the Zoning Board
of Appeals, that's correct. Councilman Stewart: Thank you as well as other members of the staff,
Mr. Kirkland for your help. I'm prepared to recommend that we uphold the decision of the
Zoning Board of Appeals unless there are other issues that come to your knowledge, since we last
visited. Ms. Battle: None that I'm aware of. Councilman Stewart: Mr. Chairman and members,
I do recommend that we move to uphold this based on the information as well as personal visits
and written letters of communications with all the abutting property owners including the person
who have requested, Bill Weiner. I have written a letter for the record, stating this and offering
three other alternatives to all interested parties that there was no basis for an agreement with Mr.
Weiner's suggestions and ideas at this time. Thank you very much and I would request that we
uphold the decision of the ZBA with an affirmative vote.
Motion by Councilman Stewart, to uphold the decision of the ZBA, seconded by Councilman
Serio. Motion approved by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Cooper, Stewart, Hightower,
Serio, Spigener, Green and Burrell. 7. Nays: None.
REPORTS FROM OFFICERS, BOARDS, AND COMMITTEES. None.
CLERK'S REPORT. Letters of Appeal:
ZONING APPEAL: C-38-98, MOUSA ZEIDAN, 1901 Alston Street, from R-3 to B-2;
grocery/convenience store. (A/Cooper) (not to be considered prior to July 14)
2. ZONING APPEAL: C-42-98, INEZ SHEARS, 4200 blk. Greenwood Rd., Tract 1 from I-1 to
RMHP, mobile home park and Tract 2: from I-1 to B-3, theater. (G/Burrell) (not to be
considered prior to July 14)
3. BAC-64-98, SOUSAN ABDELSALAM, 1548 Madison Avenue, Special Exception Use in
B-3 District, convenience store with packaged beer sales. (A/Cooper) (not to be considered prior
to July 14)
4. BAC-69-98, BILLIE L. KHAN -DAIQUIRI PARADISE, 226 W. 70TH St., variance in hours of
operation in a B-3 District, package liquor store operating to 2 a.m. (C/Hightower) (not to be
considered prior to July 14)
COMMUNICATIONS AND MISCELLANEOUS MATTERS. The Council resolved itself into Committee of the Whole, on motion by Councilman Hightower, seconded by Councilman Green. Motion approved by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Cooper, Stewart, Hightower, Serio, Spigener, Green and Burrell. 7. Nays: None.
Motion by Councilman Burrell, seconded by Councilman Hightower, that the Committee Rises and Report and convene itself as the Council. Motion approved by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Cooper, Hightower, Serio, Green and Burrell. 5. Nays: None. Out of Chamber: Councilmen Stewart and Spigener.
There being no further business to come before the Council, the meeting adjourned by 4:30
p.m.
/s/James Edward Green, Chairman
/s/Arthur G. Thompson, Clerk of Council