Alexandria, LA (March 19, 2024) – As the City Council of Alexandria prepares for its upcoming meeting on Tuesday, March 19, 2024, at 5:00 PM in the City Council Chambers, several significant agenda items have drawn attention from residents.
The City Council has scheduled two committee meetings on Tuesday. The first meeting is the Utility Committee, starting at 4:40 p.m., where the Administration will discuss their policy for alerting citizens about boil advisories and how citizens can submit concerns regarding water safety. Following this, the Community Affairs, Services, and Events Committee meeting will begin at 4:50 p.m. or immediately after the Utility Committee meeting. The agenda for this meeting includes the recognition of VLP Alliance Inc.
Key Items
While the agenda covers a range of topics, including recognition of the Peabody Magnet High School Basketball Team and routine matters such as approval of meeting minutes, the focus is on specific proposals that address crucial aspects of community governance and development.
Item 3: Proposed Amendments to City Council District Boundaries
One of the most anticipated agenda items is the introduction of an ordinance aimed at amending City Council Ordinance NO. 153-2022. This proposal seeks to redefine the boundaries of City Council Districts Two, Three, and Four.
Items 8, 9, and 10: Resolutions for Advertisement of Bids
Another significant aspect of the meeting agenda is the series of resolutions authorizing the advertisement for bids on essential projects and supplies. Of particular note are resolutions pertaining to operating supplies for the Electric Distribution Department, the Statewide Flood Control/Capital Improvement Project Augusta Avenue/Fairground Machine Shop Flood Control, and the former Weiss and Goldring Building Selective Demolition and Exterior Envelope Protective Measures.
Ordinances 16 and 18: Final Adoption Subject to Public Hearing
Two ordinances slated for final adoption subject to public hearings have garnered attention for their potential impact on community welfare. Ordinance 16 addresses sewer replacement on Marye Street, addressing critical infrastructure needs to ensure efficient public services. Ordinance 18, on the other hand, authorizes the mayor to enter into grant agreements with the City of Shreveport to receive federal funds under the Project Safe Neighborhood grant.
As citizens and stakeholders await the outcomes of these deliberations, the City Council meeting presents an opportunity for community engagement and participation in shaping the future of Alexandria.
