MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CADDO PARISH COMMISSION HELD ON THE 22 nd DAY OF SEPTEMBER 2016

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1 MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CADDO PARISH COMMISSION HELD ON THE 22 nd DAY OF SEPTEMBER 2016 The Caddo Parish Commission met in legal and regular session on the above date at 3:30 p.m. in the Government Chamber with Mr. Matthew Linn, President, presiding, and the following members in attendance, constituting a quorum: Commissioners Atkins, Bowman, Chavez, Gage-Watts, Jackson, Johnson, Linn, Middleton, and Smith (9). ABSENT: Commissioner Cawthorne, Dominick, and Epperson (3). The invocation was given by Mrs. Stormy Gage-Watts, and Mr. Steven Jackson led the Commission in the Pledge of Allegiance. TAX COMMISSION SITS AS TAX BOARD OF REVIEW FOR THE YEAR 2016 At this time President Linn stated that the Commission would sit as a Board of Review to complete the period established to hear tax assessment appeals. Mr. Henington stated that on Monday, the Tax Board of Review met and heard appeals from various individuals or companies. During that process, the Board upheld all of the Assessor s assessments. Now, the full Commission, sitting as the Tax Board of Review, must approve the committee s earlier decisions. It was moved by Mr. Linn, seconded by Mr. Middleton, to uphold the Caddo Parish Tax Assessor s assessments on all cases that were appealed for the 2016 tax period. Motion carried, as shown by the following roll call votes: Commissioners Atkins, Bowman, Gage-Watts, Jackson, Linn, Middleton, and Smith (7). NAYS: None. ABSENT: Commissioner Cawthorne, Chavez, Dominick, Epperson, and Johnson (5). ABSTAIN: None. CITIZENS COMMENTS Mr. Marshall Jones, 2124 Fairfield Avenue, Shreveport, came today to introduce himself to the Commission. Mr. Jones stated that he is running for Congress, and wanted to acquaint himself with Caddo Parish. The district he is running for consists of 15 parishes, so he felt this was a better way to familiarize himself with the citizens of each of those parishes. Mr. Jones stated that he is from Caddo Parish. He also said that he went to Byrd High School when segregation started, and it was much like the movie, Remember the Titans. He learned to be a part of a team of all kinds of people with different backgrounds. Currently, Mr. Jones is the attorney for the Caddo Levee District. His metaphor is: to heck with the far right and the far left, we all live in this common ground. We share a love for our God; we share a love for our country; and we are all concerned about our families, our children, and their future. I ve staked my flag in that common ground and want to go to Washington to serve everyone in that common ground. VISITORS Mrs. Vanetta Gardner Rainey, 2633 Lola Court, Shreveport, is the founder of 285 Shades of Red. Mrs. Rainey stated that her organization is to raise awareness for the sickle cell disease within the community. She stated that they raised $1,500-$2,000 last year, which they donated to the Sickle Cell Foundation. Mrs. Rainey stated that she is not sure of the funds that were raised this year because the numbers have not come in just yet. She thanked the Commission for allowing her to come today and inform them about sickle cell. Mrs. Gage-Watts thanked 285 Shades of Red for all they do in the community for raising awareness. She then asked how can the Commission help her cause. Mrs. Rainey stated that they will need funding to meet the needs of the patients and their families. Mrs. Gage-Watts said that she lobbied with Senator Cassidy regarding funding for raising awareness for sickle cell. She stated that she will contact him and reach out to Mrs. Rainey. sickle cell. Mr. Bowman also commended Mrs. Rainey and her foundation for raising awareness for Mr. Tim Wright and Ms. LeVette Fuller, Re-Form Shreveport, 301 Crockett Street, Shreveport, came before the Commission to invite the Commission to the Curbside Chat discussion featuring keynote speaker Mr. Charles Marohn of Strong Towns. Mr. Wright stated that the event is scheduled for October 7- October 8 at 5:30 p.m. It will be held at the Central ARTSTATION in Shreveport. Ms. Fuller stated that this event will open discussion for how to make Shreveport a strong and more developed community. She also said that everyone is welcome to attend. Mr. Jackson thanked Mr. Wright and Ms. Fuller for engaging the community and establishing the conversations Re-Form Shreveport is wanting to discuss. 81

2 Mr. Chavez also commended Re-Form Shreveport and Heliopolis for making the younger generations aware of what is going on this community. Ms. Fuller is hoping that this will start a series of conversations, hopefully twice a year, if not quarterly. She thanked the Commission once again for inviting them today. It was moved by Mrs. Gage-Watts, seconded by Mr. Jackson, to adopt the Regular Session Minutes from September 8, Motion carried. COMMUNIQUES AND COMMITTEE REPORTS Mr. Johnson asked that Administration get in contact with Cross Lake Wildlife to give an update on the Giant Salvinia situation. He then talked about the LECP meeting that was held yesterday. Mr. Johnson stated that they have implemented a notification system, Code Red, where you can register your cell phone. This system will allow you to be updated if there is an emergency situation or disaster in your area. You can register by going to He also stated that Animal Services needs to reach out to Homeland Security regarding an emergency situation and the citizens pets. He stated that there is a system in place, but it needs to be updated. Mr. Johnson stated that Christian Services will have a groundbreaking ceremony on Wednesday, September 28 th at 1:00 p.m., 2352 Levy Street. Mr. Johnson also requested MPC legislation from Administration for the past four years. He also talked about the information that has been posted on social media regarding Broadmoor and South Highlands area. This information has been given to the Sheriff and Chief of Police. Mr. Johnson is concerned that there is a tutoring program in this area and does not want anything to happen to any of those children. Mr. Jackson announced that Interfaith will have a meeting on Thursday, September 29 th at 6:00 p.m. It will be held at Paradise Baptist Church. He also stated that LA Film Prize will be held on September 29 th through October 4 th. There will also be a National Night Out on October 4 th. Economic Development Committee will meet on September 29 th ; the time will be announced. Mr. Chavez announced that there will be a business expo at Summer Grove Baptist Church on September 27 th from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. He also stated that there will be a forum for the candidates for Louisiana s 4 th Congressional District on October 3 rd from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. He also commended Mrs. Gage-Watts for bringing awareness to Sickle Cell Disease. Mr. Chavez also stated that there have been several concerns in the rescue community regarding Animal Services. He said that he and Mr. Linn went to the shelter and checked everything out. He commended the Animal Services staff for all of their hard work and in keeping the shelter clean. He suggested to install a camera system so the rescues can see a live feed of everything that is going on at the shelter. Mrs. Gage-Watts announced some upcoming events: Stop the Violence on October 4 th at 6:00 p.m. at Winnfield Funeral Home and Domestic Violence Seminar on October 29 th at Centenary Community College (time to be announced). She also commended Animal Services for handling a complaint regarding a horse. She also asked that Administration look into Doris Street, where people speed up and down this street. She explained that a young child was struck and killed recently. Mrs. Gage-Watts also asked Administration to keep the Commission updated on the threats that are taking place in South Highlands and Broadmoor. Disease. Mr. Bowman also commended Mrs. Gage-Watts for bringing awareness to the Sickle Cell PRESIDENTS REPORT Under 40. Mr. Linn announced that Commissioner Mario Chavez has been nominated for the 40 Mr. Linn also talked about the meeting with Homeland Security. He stated that Homeland Security needs all of the municipalities geographical addresses in North Caddo Parish. Mr. Linn also commended Dr. Wilson on his hire of Mr. Kevin Samuels. He stated that he and Mr. Chavez did a tour of the animal shelter, and it was in impeccable condition. Mr. Linn also said that Animal Services is going from good to great. 82

3 Mr. Linn talked about the threats that were circulating Facebook regarding the Broadmoor neighborhood. He urged all citizens to have tolerance for those who have cultural differences from you. PUBLIC HEARING ON ORDINANCES Ordinance No of 2016, amending the Budgets of Estimated Revenues & Expenditures for the Capital Outlay Fund, Building Maintenance Fund, Capital Improvement Fund, Public Works Fund, Riverboat Fund, and the Solid Waste Fund for the year 2016 to terminate completed or lapsed capital projects Ordinance No of 2016, amending the Budget of Estimated Revenues & Expenditures for the Economic Development Fund for the year 2016 to provide an appropriation of up to $300,000 for Southern University at Shreveport s Aerospace Program Dr. Rodney Ellis came to be in favor of Ordinance No of He thanked the Commission for the past support for the Aerospace Program. He also explained that they are wanting to make Northwest Louisiana a hub for aviation training. He thanked the Commission once again and asked for continued support. Ordinance No of 2016, to close and abandon the dedication of certain roads located in Springridge Hills Unit Numbers 1, 3, and 4, in the Parish of Caddo There being no one to speak further for or against ordinances, the President declared the public hearing on ordinances to be concluded. ORDINANCES (for final passage) It was moved by Mr. Johnson, seconded by Mrs. Gage-Watts, that Ordinance No of 2016, amending the Budget of Estimated Revenues & Expenditures for the Capital Outlay Fund, Building Maintenance Fund, Capital Improvement Fund, Public Works Fund, Riverboat Fund, and the Solid Waste Fund for the year 2016 to terminate completed or lapsed capital projects be adopted. Motion carried, as shown by the following roll call votes: AYES: Commissioners Atkins, Bowman, Chavez, Gage- Watts, Jackson, Johnson, Linn, and Middleton (8). NAYS: Commissioner Smith (1). ABSENT: Commissioners Cawthorne, Dominick, and Epperson (3). ABSTAIN: None. ORDINANCE NO OF 2016 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE BUDGETS OF ESTIMATED REVENUES AND EXPENDITURES FOR THE CAPITAL OUTLAY FUND, BUILDING MAINTENANCE FUND, CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND, PUBLIC WORKS FUND, RIVERBOAT FUND, AND THE SOLID WASTE FUND FOR THE YEAR 2016 TO TERMINATE COMPLETED OR LAPSED CAPITAL PROJECTS, AND TO OTHERWISE PROVIDE WITH RESPECT THERETO program; and WHEREAS, the Caddo Parish Commission maintains an on-going capital improvement WHEREAS, this program is funded from a variety of sources; and WHEREAS, Section 6.07 of the Home Rule Charter provides for the termination of capital appropriations; and WHEREAS, it is necessary to amend the budgets of several funds in order to reflect the termination of these capital appropriations. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED, by the Caddo Parish Commission in due, legal and regular session convened, hereby terminates capital appropriations identified in Attachment #1 to this ordinance and that the Budgets of Estimated Revenues and Expenditures for the Capital Outlay Fund, Building Maintenance Fund, Capital Improvement Fund, Public Works Fund, Riverboat Fund, and the Solid Waste Fund for the year 2016 are hereby amended as follows: Line Item Budget Increase (Decrease) Capital Outlay Fund: Capital Expenditures $ (2,939,141) Transfer to Building Maintenance 513 Transfer to Capital Improvement Fund 75,382 Transfer to Public Works Fund 2,811,543 Transfer to Riverboat Fund 18,597 Transfer to Solid Waste Fund 33,106 83

4 Building Maintenance: Transfer from Capital Outlay Fund 513 Capital Improvement Fund: Transfer from Capital Outlay Fund 75,382 Public Works Fund: Transfer from Capital Outlay Fund 2,811,543 Riverboat Fund: Transfer from Capital Outlay Fund 18,597 Solid Waste Fund: Transfer from Capital Outlay Fund 33,106 BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED, that if any provision or item of this ordinance or the 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 this ordinance shall take effect upon adoption. BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED, that all ordinances or parts thereof in conflict herewith are It was moved by Mr. Johnson, seconded by Mrs. Gage-Watts, that Ordinance No of 2016, amending the Budget of Estimated Revenues & Expenditures for the Economic Development Fund for the year 2016 to provide an appropriation of up to $300,000 for Southern University at Shreveport s Aerospace Program be adopted. Mr. Jackson wanted to ensure that these funds go to the students. Dr. Wilson stated that he spoke with Dr. Ellis to try and waive the fee for the students exams. At this time, Mr. Johnson s motion carried, as shown by the following roll call votes: AYES: Commissioners Atkins, Bowman, Chavez, Gage-Watts, Jackson, Johnson, Linn, and Middleton (8). NAYS: Commissioner Smith (1). ABSENT: Commissioners Cawthorne, Dominick, and Epperson (3). ABSTAIN: None. ORDINANCE NO OF 2016 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE BUDGET OF ESTIMATED REVENUES AND EXPENDITURES FOR THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FUND FOR THE YEAR 2016 TO PROVIDE AN APPROPRIATION OF UP TO $300,000 FOR SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY AT SHREVEPORT S AEROSPACE PROGRAM AND TO OTHERWISE PROVIDE WITH RESPECT THERETO WHEREAS, Southern University at Shreveport, Louisiana (SUSLA) is requesting an appropriation of $300,000 to assist with costs associated with the university s Aerospace Technology Program; and WHEREAS, SUSLA s Aerospace Technology Program is an existing training certificate program for students who desire to enter the field of aviation maintenance technology; and WHEREAS, SUSLA s Aerospace Technology Program requires high overhead costs, primarily due to the lease of the hangar, which is fiscally straining for the institution in light of years of declining State appropriations; and WHEREAS, SUSLA is the only institution in North Louisiana that has a training program in aerospace technology and this aerospace program helps to meet the needs of the evolving aeronautic industry as well as provide training to sustain the workforce requirements in the aviation industry; and WHEREAS, the Economic Development Committee of the Caddo Parish Commission recommends the Commission provide an appropriation of up to $300,000 for SUSLA s Aerospace Technology Program; and WHEREAS it is necessary to amend the 2016 Budget to provide an appropriation of $300,000 for Southern University at Shreveport; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED, by the Caddo Parish Commission in due, legal and regular session convened, that Budget of Estimated Revenues and Expenditures for the Economic Development Fund for the year 2016 is hereby amended as follows: 84

5 Budget Increase (Decrease) Economic Development Fund NGO Appropriations Southern University Shreveport $300,000 Fund Balance ($300,000) BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED, that if any provision or item of this ordinance or the 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 this ordinance shall take effect upon adoption. BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED, that all ordinances or parts thereof in conflict herewith are It was moved by Mr. Smith, seconded by Mrs. Gage-Watts, that Ordinance No of 2016, to close and abandon the dedication of certain roads located in Springridge Hills Unit Numbers 1, 3, and 4, in the Parish of Caddo be adopted. Motion carried, as shown by the following roll call votes: AYES: Commissioners Atkins, Bowman, Chavez, Gage-Watts, Jackson, Johnson, Linn, Middleton, and Smith (9). NAYS: None. ABSENT: Commissioners Cawthorne, Dominick, and Epperson (3). ABSTAIN: None. ORDINANCE NO OF 2016 AN ORDINANCE TO CLOSE AND ABANDON THE DEDICATION OF CERTAIN ROADS LOCATED IN SPRINGRIDGE HILLS UNIT NUMBERS 1, 3 AND 4, IN THE PARISH OF CADDO, AND TO OTHERWISE PROVIDE WITH RESPECT THERETO WHEREAS, a request to close and abandon the dedication of certain roads located in Springridge Hills Unit Numbers 1, 3 and 4 in the Parish of Caddo, has been received by the Parish of Caddo; and WHEREAS, the Parish of Caddo has reviewed the request to close and abandon the dedication of certain roads located in Springridge Hills Unit Numbers 1, 3 and 4 in the Parish of Caddo and finds that the dedications of those certain roads in Springridge Hills Unit Numbers 1, 3 and 4 are no longer needed for Parish of Caddo public purposes; and WHEREAS, the Parish of Caddo has reviewed the request to close and abandon the dedication of certain roads in Springridge Hills Unit Numbers 1, 3 and 4 in the Parish of Caddo and finds that the closure and abandonment of the dedication of certain roads in Springridge Hills Unit Numbers 1, 3 and 4 is in the best interest of the Parish of Caddo. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Caddo Parish Commission in due, legal and regular session convened, that the dedication of certain roads located in Springridge Hill Unit Numbers 1, 3 and 4, in the Parish of Caddo be, and the same are hereby, closed and abandoned to the extent, and only to the extent, that said dedication was made for the public use for streets; said roads more specifically described as follows: All of the dedication for Melissa Street located in Springridge Hills, Unit No. 1 as per plat recorded in Conveyance Book 3300, Page 22; all of the dedication for Opportunity Lane and Good Luck Lane located in Springridge Hills, Unit No. 3 as per plat recorded in Conveyance Book 4050, Page 34 and all of the dedication for Melissa Street and Hardwork Circle located in Springridge Hills, Unit No. 4 as per plat recorded in Conveyance Book 4050, Pages 36 and 37 of the Conveyance Records of Caddo Parish, Louisiana and as shown in hash marks on the attached plats marked Exhibit A. BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED, that a copy of this ordinance and plats marked Exhibit A, displaying the dedications of certain roads in Springridge Hills, Unit Numbers 1, 3 and 4 to be closed and abandoned shall be filed in the conveyance records of the Parish of Caddo. BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED, that the property described hereinabove shall revert to the adjoining property owners or their successors, heirs or assigns subject to the reservation of rights to install public utilities on that portion to be revoked. BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED, that if any provision or item of this ordinance or the 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. 85

6 BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED, that this ordinance shall become effective immediately upon its adoption. BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED, that all ordinances or parts thereof in conflict herewith are ZONING ORDINANCES (For introduction by title) Zoning Case P-10-16, in regards to Ordinance No of 2016, amending the zoning of property located on the SW corner of North Market and Pine Hill Road, Caddo Parish, LA, from R-A, Residence-Agriculture District to B-3, Community Business District. John Harris, Applicant. Zoning Case P-12-16, in regards to Ordinance No of 2016, amending the zoning of property located 680 feet south of Fountainbleau Road, Caddo Parish, LA, from R-A, Residence-Agriculture District to B-2, Neighborhood Business District. Zoe Interests, LLC, Applicant. Zoning Case P-13-16, in regards to Ordinance No of 2016, amending the zoning of property located on the NE side of North Market, 1075 feet south of LA 538, Caddo Parish, LA, from R-A, Residence-Agriculture District to B-3, Community Business District. Mohr Associates, Inc., Applicant. ORDINANCES (For introduction by title) Ordinance No of 2016, amending Section of the Caddo Parish Code of Ordinances relative to Solicitation, to change the times during which solicitation is allowed. It was moved by Mr. Jackson, seconded by Mrs. Gage-Watts, that the minutes of the Work Session Meeting held on September 19, 2016 be approved. Motion carried. RESOLUTIONS It was moved by Mr. Linn, seconded by Mr. Dominick, that Resolution No. 69 of 2016, amending the Rules & By-Laws of the Caddo Parish Commission to provide for the chairmanship of committees be delayed until the meeting on October 20 th. Motion carried, as shown by the following roll call votes: AYES: Commissioners Atkins, Chavez, Gage-Watts, Jackson, Johnson, Linn, Middleton, and Smith (8). NAYS: None. ABSENT: Commissioners Bowman, Cawthorne, Dominick, and Epperson (4). ABSTAIN: None. It was moved by Mrs. Gage-Watts, seconded by Mr. Jackson, that Resolution No. 70 of 2016, a resolution to provide an annual certification to the State of Louisiana Department of Transportation & Development in accordance with the Off-System Bridge Replacement Program, and to otherwise provide with respect thereto be adopted. Motion carried, as shown by the following roll call votes: AYES: Commissioners Atkins, Chavez, Gage-Watts, Jackson, Johnson, Linn, Middleton, and Smith (8). NAYS: None. ABSENT: Commissioners Bowman, Cawthorne, Dominick, and Epperson (4). ABSTAIN: None. RESOLUTION NO. 70 OF 2016 A RESOLUTION TO PROVIDE AN ANNUAL CERTIFICATION TO THE STATE OF LOUISIANA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION AND DEVELOPMENT IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE OFF-SYSTEM BRIDGE REPLACEMENT PROGRAM, AND TO OTHERWISE PROVIDE WITH RESPECT THERETO WHEREAS, the Code of Federal Regulations mandates that all structures defined as bridges located on all public roads shall be inspected, rated for safe load capacity, and posted in accordance with the National Bridge Inspection Standards; and state; and WHEREAS, an inventory of the aforementioned bridges shall be maintained by each WHEREAS, the responsibility to inspect, rate and loads post these bridges under the authority of the Parish of Caddo in accordance with the above-cited standards is delegated by the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development to the Parish of Caddo. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Caddo Parish Commission in due, legal and regular session convened, that the Caddo Parish Commission does hereby certify to the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development that the Parish will perform the following for the period of 1 October 2016 through 30 September 2017: 86

7 1. The Parish will perform interim inspections on all bridges within Caddo Parish, as required. 2. The Parish will load rate non-timber bridges within Caddo Parish, as required. 3. The Parish will load post or close bridges within Caddo Parish, as required. 4. The Parish will verify the inventory data pertaining to all bridges within Caddo Parish, as required. These stipulations are prerequisites to participation by the Parish in the Off-System Bridge Replacement Program. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that if any provision or item of this resolution or the 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 this resolution shall take effect immediately. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that all resolutions or parts thereof in conflict herewith are hereby repealed. It was moved by Mr. Jackson, seconded by Mr. Johnson, that Resolution No. 71 of 2016, amending and reenacting Resolution 30 of 2015 to support the United States Department of Transportation s Mayors and Local Elected Officials Challenge for Safer People and Safer Streets be adopted. Motion carried, as shown by the following roll call votes: AYES: Commissioners Atkins, Chavez, Gage-Watts, Jackson, Johnson, Linn, Middleton, and Smith (8). NAYS: None. ABSENT: Commissioners Bowman, Cawthorne, Dominick, and Epperson (4). ABSTAIN: None. RESOLUTION NO. 71 OF 2016 A RESOLUTION AMENDING AND REENACTING RESOLUTION 30 of 2015 TO SUPPORT THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION S MAYORS AND LOCAL ELECTED OFFICIALS CHALLENGE FOR SAFER PEOPLE AND SAFER STREETS, AND TO OTHERWISE PROVIDE WITH RESPECT THERETO. WHEREAS, the United States Department of Transportation, according to Secretary Fox, reports that the number of people killed on our roads has declined nearly 25 percent since 2004 and that America's highway fatality rate deaths per 100 million vehicle miles traveled-- was at its lowest point ever. Unfortunately, in the five years from 2009 to 2013, bicyclist deaths were up 15 percent and pedestrian deaths are up 16 percent. In 2013, more than 5,000 pedestrians and bicyclists were killed, and more than 100,000 were injured; and WHEREAS, United States Department of Transportation s Secretary Foxx is challenging mayors and local elected officials to take significant action to improve safety for bicyclists and pedestrians of all ages and abilities over the next year; and WHEREAS, participants are encouraged to perform seven activities during the next year to improve pedestrian and bicycle transportation safety in their communities; and WHEREAS, the seven activities included in the challenge will include the following: Take a Complete Streets approach; Identify and address barriers to make streets safe and convenient for all road users; Gather and track biking and walking data; Use designs that are appropriate to the context of the street and its uses; Capture opportunities to build on-road bike networks during routine resurfacing; Improve walking and biking safety laws and regulations; and Educate and enforce proper road use behavior by all. WHEREAS, the Caddo Parish Commission adopted Resolution 30 of 2015 during its regular, and legal session convened, that the Caddo Parish Commission endorses and strongly supports the Mayors and local elected officials challenge for safer people and safer streets, to the extent economically and otherwise feasible. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Caddo Parish Commission in due, regular, and legal session convened, that the Caddo Parish Commission authorizes the Parish President and Parish Administrator to submit a joint letter on behalf of the Parish of Caddo accepting and signing the Parish of Caddo up for the challenge. 87

8 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that if any provision 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 It was moved by Mr. Chavez, seconded by Mr. Gage-Watts, that Resolution No. 72 of 2016, establishing a citizen advisory committee of the Long-Range Planning Committee be adopted. Motion carried, as shown by the following roll call votes: AYES: Commissioners Atkins, Chavez, Gage- Watts, Jackson, Johnson, Linn, Middleton, and Smith (8). NAYS: None. ABSENT: Commissioners Bowman, Cawthorne, Dominick, and Epperson (4). ABSTAIN: None. RESOLUTION NO. 72 OF 2016 A RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING A CITIZEN ADVISORY COMMITTEE OF THE LONG-RANGE PLANNING COMMITTEE AND OTHERWISE PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO. WHEREAS, the Long-Range Planning Committee of the Caddo Parish Commission is reviewing the issue of the Confederate monument at the Caddo Parish Courthouse; WHEREAS, the Long-Range Planning Committee would like to have citizen input in the matter and asserts that the best mechanism for gaining such input is organizing a citizen advisory committee to make recommendations to the Long-Range Planning Committee on this issue; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Caddo Parish Commission in due, regular and legal session convened, that the Caddo Parish Commission does establish a Citizen Advisory Committee to the Long-Range Planning Committee to assist the Committee regarding the following: a. Review historical issues related to the Confederate monument; b. Review the fiscal impact of proposed actions with regard to the Confederate monument; c. Review the social impact of action to be taken with regard to the Confederate monument; d. Review any other issues so deemed by the advisory committee to be relevant to the monument; and e. Make a written recommendation regarding the issue of the Confederate Monument to the Long-Range Planning Committee. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this Subcommittee shall consist of ten members appointed by the Caddo Parish Commission. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this Subcommittee will be dissolved without further action upon presentation of its written recommendation to the Long-Range Planning Committee. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that if any provision or item of this resolution or the 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 this resolution shall take effect immediately. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that all resolutions or parts thereof in conflict herewith are It was moved by Mr. Jackson, seconded by Mrs. Gage-Watts, that Resolution No. 73 of 2016, supporting the State of Louisiana s request to President Barack Obama and the United States Congress for disaster flood recovery funds approval related to Louisiana flooding be adopted. Mr. Jackson stated that a report was published today and said that $500M was inserted into the continuing resolution. He also explained that it is moving forward in Congress now. At this time, Mr. Jackson s motion carried, as shown by the following roll call votes: AYES: Commissioners Atkins, Bowman, Chavez, Gage-Watts, Jackson, Johnson, Linn, Middleton, and Smith (9). NAYS: None. ABSENT: Commissioners Cawthorne, Dominick, and Epperson (3). ABSTAIN: None. RESOLUTION NO. 73 OF

9 A RESOLUTION SUPPORTING THE STATE OF LOUISIANA'S REQUEST TO PRESIDENT BARACK OBAMA AND THE UNITED STATES CONGRESS FOR DISASTER FLOOD RECOVERY FUNDS APPROVAL RELATED TO LOUISIANA FLOODING and 2016; and WHEREAS, The State of Louisiana has experienced catastrophic flooding during 2015 WHEREAS, the most recent flooding in South Louisiana is the worst natural disaster since Super Storm Sandy; and WHEREAS, flooding has caused significant damage to public infrastructure, personal properties, commercial properties, and the agriculture industries; and WHEREAS, President Barack Obama issued Presidential Disaster Declarations for each flooding event and has request an additional $2.8 Billion in disaster aid relief for Louisiana to respond historic flooding; and WHEREAS, the United States Congress is currently considering a Continuing Resolution for spending to include additional funding for Louisiana disaster relief; and NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Caddo Parish Commission in due, regular, and legal session convened, that the Caddo Parish Commission strongly urges the Louisiana Congressional Delegation to support efforts to include Louisiana s request for disaster relief in the Continuing Resolution for subsequent passage prior to convening for Congressional recess. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Caddo Parish Commission strongly urges Governor John Bel Edwards and administration equitably include and distribute funding to North Louisiana Parish s specifically Caddo Parish to help support post flooding rebuilding efforts and efforts to mitigate flood risk in the future. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a hard copy of this Resolution be forwarded to all members of Louisiana s Congressional Delegation, Louisiana Governor, The Honorable John Bel Edwards, Commissioner of Administration Jay Dardene, Louisiana Lt. Governor, The Honorable Billy Nunguesser, Louisiana Commissioner of Agriculture, the Honorable Mike Strain, and all members of the Northwest Louisiana State Legislative Delegation. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that if any provision 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 NEW BUSINESS It was moved by Mr. Jackson, seconded by Mr. Johnson, request detailed progress reports and updates from entities receiving tax proceeds pursuant to Act No. 306 of the 2015 Regular Session of the Louisiana during the October 6, 2016 Regular Session of the Caddo Parish Commission be approved. Motion carried, as shown by the following roll call votes: AYES: Commissioners Atkins, Bowman, Chavez, Gage-Watts, Jackson, Johnson, Linn, Middleton, and Smith (9). NAYS: None. ABSENT: Commissioners Cawthorne, Dominick, and Epperson (3). ABSTAIN: None. 5:04 p.m. There being no further business to come before the body the meeting was adjourned at Todd Hopkins Commission Clerk Matthew Linn President 89