West Monroe public meetings in 2024

Board of Adjustments

The West Monroe Board of Adjustments meets to review minutes from its November 25 meeting and hear a special exception application for a 1999 mobile home on Short Lee Street. The board will also address any other business before adjourning.

• PASE-24-15000005: Special exception for 1999 28ftx60ft mobile home at 103 Short Lee Street (Parcel #39156) in R-1 district

Board of Aldermen

The December 17, 2024 regular meeting of the West Monroe Board of Aldermen has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for January 7, 2025 at 6:00 PM in Council Chambers.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review multiple planning approvals, including two mobile home special exceptions in R-1 districts, two church approvals, an annexation request for 415/417 Thomas Rd, and two zone change requests. A tabled mobile home application from the previous meeting will also be heard.

• PASE-24-15000005: Special exception for a 1999 Class B mobile home at 103 Short Lee Street
• PASE-24-15000004 (tabled): Special exception for a 2010 Class B mobile home at 212 Vine Street
• PA-24-10000002: Planning approval for a church at 603 N 4th St in R-1 district
• ANNX-24-60000005: Annexation of 415/417 Thomas Rd into city limits (to City Council Jan 7, 2025)
• ZC-24-45000014: Zone change to B-3 for 415/417 Thomas Rd (to City Council Jan 7, 2025)

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will consider several financial and infrastructure items, including accepting the fiscal year 2024 audit, amending numerous fund budgets, declaring ponds south of Ike Hamilton Expo as surplus and authorizing their sale, and approving grant applications and engineering contracts for water and sewer system resiliency projects. The meeting also includes public comments and approval of prior minutes.

• Resolution to accept the audit for fiscal year ending June 30, 2024
• Ordinance to amend 28 fund budgets for the year ending June 30, 2024
• Ordinance to declare ponds south of Ike Hamilton Expo surplus and sell to Warhawk Enterprises, LLC for $266,011.14
• Ordinance to authorize grant application for water system resiliency project ($4,273,320 total, $1,324,729 city match)
• Ordinance to authorize grant application for sewer system resiliency project ($1,950,308 total, $604,596 city match)

The Board of Aldermen approved the FY2024 audit, authorized audit engagement letters, amended numerous fund budgets, and approved applications for state water and sewer resiliency grants. They also introduced an ordinance to sell surplus property near Ike Hamilton Expo for $266,011.14. All votes were unanimous (4-0) with one member absent.

• Approved minutes of Dec 3, 2024 special meeting (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 854 accepting FY2024 audit and SAUP report (4-0)
• Authorized audit engagement letters with Cameron, Hines & Company for FY2025 (Ordinances 5429, 5430, 5431) (4-0)
• Amended multiple fund budgets including General Fund and added Highland Park Development Fund and 2022 Debt Capital Fund (Ordinance 5432) (4-0)
• Amended Utility Enterprise Fund budget (Ordinance 5433) (4-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 5434 to declare ponds south of Ike Hamilton Expo surplus and sell to Warhawk Enterprises for $266,011.14
• Approved geotechnical engineering contract for Cotton Street improvements with Terracon Consultants (Ordinance 5435) (4-0)
• Approved grant applications for water and sewer resiliency projects with 31% city match (Ordinances 5436, 5437) (4-0)

Board of Aldermen

This special meeting of the West Monroe Board of Aldermen includes votes on several ordinances and contracts. Key items include a $5.6 million contract for a new sanitary sewer lift station on Drago Street, a $225,000 Assistance to Firefighter Grant for a pumper truck requiring a $504,495 city match, and a zone change at 105 N Church Street from B-3 to R-1. Also up for approval are engineering contracts for Constitution Drive and Cotton Street improvements, and the sale of surplus property near the Ike Hamilton Expo Center for $266,011.14.

• Ordinance to authorize contract for New Drago Street Sanitary Sewer Lift Station construction with low bidder Don M. Barron Contractor, Inc. for $5,601,381.00
• Ordinance to authorize application for Assistance to Firefighter Grant for new pumper truck ($225,000 grant; required city contribution $504,495)
• Ordinance requesting zone change from B-3 (General Business) to R-1 (Single Family Residential) at 105 N Church Street
• Ordinance to authorize sale of surplus immovable property to Warhawk Enterprises, LLC for $266,011.14 (affecting ponds south of Ike Hamilton Expo Center)
• Ordinance to establish Downtown Garbage Collection District and authorize cooperative endeavor agreements with Flying Heart Brewing & Pub and Ouachita Green

Historic Preservation

The Historic Preservation Commission will meet to review minutes from the October 7, 2024, meeting. The body will consider one application for a Certificate of Appropriateness regarding a property in the Cottonport Historic District.

• COA-24-70000005: Exterior remodel request for 306 Trenton Street (Parcel # 36563) by Jeff Guerriero/EGJG Law LLC

Board of Adjustments

The West Monroe Board of Adjustments will review a request by Carlos Escobar for a special exception to place a Class B mobile home (2010, 16ft x 80ft) at 212 Vine Street in an R-1 (Single Family Residential) District, per Code Section 12-5012(3). The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and other routine business.

• Application PASE-24-1500004: special exception for a mobile home at 212 Vine Street (Parcel #36491) in an R-1 zone
• Property owned by Carlos Escobar & Julia Matias
• Mobile home is Class B, year 2010, dimensions 16ft x 80ft
• Public hearing before the Board of Adjustments

Board of Aldermen

This regular meeting has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for December 3, 2024.

Planning Commission

The West Monroe Planning Commission will review a special exception application for a Class B mobile home in an R-1 residential district and a zone change request from B-3 to R-1 for a property on North Church Street. The commission will also approve minutes from previous meetings.

• Special exception request by Carlos Escobar for a 2010 mobile home (16ftx80ft) at 212 Vine Street in R-1 district
• Zone change request by Debbie W. Blue et al. from B-3 (General Business) to R-1 (Single Family Residential) at 105 N Church Street
• Both applications will also be heard by the Board of Adjustments (Nov 25) and City Council (Dec 3) respectively
• Review of minutes from August 19, 2024, and October 21, 2024 meetings

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will discuss calling a special election to authorize a special tax levy. The meeting includes decisions on zoning appeals for properties on Tulane Ave and Copley St, as well as several infrastructure and drainage contracts.

• Resolution to call a special election to authorize the levy of a special tax
• Zoning appeal for 1209 Tulane Ave to change from R-1 to B-1 for multi-family development
• Sale of surplus property south of Ike Hamilton Expo Center to Warhawk Enterprises, LLC for $270,000.00
• Grant of $12,766.00 for a feasibility study to revitalize the Historic Methodist Church
• Change order of $27,520.13 for Mane Street Rehabilitation - Phase 2 with Diamond B Construction Company, LLC

Board of Aldermen

The regular meeting scheduled for November 5, 2024, was cancelled due to the election. A special meeting is scheduled for November 12, 2024.

Board of Adjustments

The West Monroe Board of Adjustments will review minutes from August 26 and consider one application: a request for Planning Approval/Special Exception to place a Class B mobile home (16x80 ft, 2001 model) at 105 Boyd Street in an R-1 Single Family Residential District.

• Special exception request by Maria Gonzalez for a Class B mobile home at 105 Boyd Street (Parcel #4895) in R-1 district per Section 12-5012(3)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review three applications from Bailey Properties of N LA LLC regarding a multi-family development on Tulane Ave. The body will also consider a special exception request for a mobile home on Boyd Street.

• Special Exception for a Class B Mobile Home at 105 Boyd Street (PASE-24-15000003)
• Zone Change from R-1 to B-1 for 1209 Tulane Ave (ZC-24-45000012)
• Planning Approval for multi-family dwellings at 1209 and 1211 Tulane Ave (PA-24-10000001)
• Subdivision Review for Bailey Properties Resub Division at 1209 and 1211 Tulane Ave (SUB-24-55000002)

Board of Aldermen

The West Monroe Board of Aldermen will hold its regular meeting to approve minutes from the prior session, recognize city employees, and adopt updated procurement rules for federal programs. The board will also vote on ordinances, including one to expand tobacco and vaping restrictions for minors, and authorize state-funded projects for a new bucket truck and underground utility line upgrades in downtown.

• Ordinance to adopt updated procurement policy for federal programs
• Ordinance to amend tobacco/vaping sales rules for minors (Sec. 11-5030)
• Ordinance to accept $77,600 Act 776 state grant for bucket truck purchase
• Ordinance to accept $250,000 Act 776 state grant for downtown utility line burial
• Authorize Certificate of Substantial Completion for Flanagan and Phillips Street water main projects

Historic Preservation

The West Monroe Historic Preservation Commission will consider a Certificate of Appropriateness application for a rehabilitation remodel at 200 Commerce Street in the Cottonport Historic District. The proposed project involves converting the property into a multi-use office space in the B1 Downtown Development District.

• Certificate of Appropriateness (COA-24-70000004) for 200 Commerce Street (Parcel #39225) by The Ouachita Group, LLC for rehabilitation remodel into multi-use office space

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will vote on several infrastructure contracts and change orders, including a $201,400 bid award for McMillan Road sewer lift station improvements and a $231,950.41 change order for Downing Pines drainage work. They will also consider a joint funding agreement with the U.S. Geological Survey for water source investigations ($21,590 city share), an ordinance to sell a surplus alleyway to an adjoining landowner, and a notice of a future public meeting on a proposed ad valorem tax levy. A proclamation honoring National 4-H Week is also on the agenda.

• Award of $201,400 contract to McLemore Service Contractors, LLC for McMillan Road Sanitary Sewer Lift Station Improvements
• Change Order No. 2 for Downing Pines Industrial Park Drainage Improvements (+$231,950.41; +180 days) with Bentz Construction Group, LLC
• Joint funding agreement with U.S. Geological Survey for water source investigations ($21,590 City, $7,600 USGS)
• Ordinance to declare a surplus alleyway surplus and sell it to adjoining landowner Michael Thomas Mayo
• Ordinance to authorize cooperative endeavor agreement for New Drago Street Sanitary Sewer Lift Station (State Project #50-MV2-21-01)

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will discuss infrastructure projects including stormwater pumping stations and street rehabilitation. The body is deciding on several contracts for engineering and construction services and the purchase of immovable property.

• Proposed $1,491,745.00 contract with Benchmark Construction Group of Louisiana, LLC for Kiroli Park walking trails and racket sports
• Proposed $3,000.00 purchase of immovable property along Golf Course Creek/Black Bayou drainage canal from MISC Properties, LLC
• Proposed $13,708.00 grant from Living Well Foundation for a WMPD ATV
• Proposed Change Order No. 1 for Mane Street Rehabilitation Phase 2 adding $107,723.51 and 5 days to the Diamond B Construction Company, LLC contract
• Ordinance to revoke an alley for properties in Square 5 A & E Northern Addition and Square 1 TE Flournoys Addition

The Board of Aldermen approved a $1,491,745.00 construction bid for Kiroli Park improvements, subject to funding agency concurrence. They also approved a master services agreement with Atlas Community Studios, a property purchase for $3,000, and several other contracts and resolutions. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved $1,491,745.00 Kiroli Park construction bid (Benchmark Construction Group) (5-0)
• Approved master services agreement with CHM, LLC d/b/a Atlas Community Studios (5-0)
• Approved $3,000.00 purchase of property along Golf Course Creek/Black Bayou from MISC Properties (5-0)
• Approved revocation of alley in Square 5 A & E Northern Addition and Square 1 TE Flournoys Addition (5-0)
• Approved $13,708.00 grant from Living Well Foundation for WMPD ATV (5-0)
• Approved engineering contract with Lazenby & Associates for Sports Complex parking (5-0)
• Approved change order No. 1 (+$107,723.51) for Mane Street Rehabilitation Phase 2 (5-0)
• Reappointed Wayne Gentry to Historic Preservation Commission (5-0)

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will vote on several zoning changes, including a request to build 24 cabins at 401 Pavilion Road. The meeting also covers grant acceptances for community development and highway safety, as well as infrastructure projects for Cotton Street and Kiroli Park.

• Rezone 401 Pavilion Road from Light Industrial to Multi Family Residential for a 24-cabin short term rental resort
• Appeal regarding a subdivision of 3 lots on Copley St with 6,600 sq ft each
• Acceptance of FY 2024 Louisiana Community Development Block Grant for the Make A Difference (MAD) Program
• Cooperative Endeavor Agreement for Cotton Street Improvements and Sidewalks
• Change Order No. 2 for -$4,925.00 with Merrick, LLC for the New Kiroli Road Bridge

The Board of Aldermen approved several ordinances, including accepting a CDBG grant for the MAD Program, rezoning 401 Pavilion Road for a short-term rental resort, and authorizing various agreements and property actions. An appeal regarding a subdivision on Copley St was tabled until October 1, 2024, pending a drainage impact statement.

• Approved Ordinance 5383 accepting FY 2024 CDBG grant for MAD Program (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 5384 rezoning 401 Pavilion Road to R-2 for short-term rental resort (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 5385 revoking portions of Cryer and North 4th Streets (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 5386 acquiring 60-ft servitude from GRIVT, LLC for utilities (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 5387 amending Tyler Technologies software license for WMFD (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 5388 accepting Louisiana Highway Safety Subgrant for FFY 2025 (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 5389 for Cotton Street Improvements Cooperative Endeavor Agreement (5-0)
• Tabled Copley St subdivision appeal until Oct 1, 2024, pending drainage impact statement

Board of Adjustments

The Board of Adjustments will meet to review minutes from April 2024 and consider one variance application. The board did not meet in May, June, or July 2024.

• VAR 24-20000003: Request by Justin Young for a front yard setback reduction from 25ft to 23.4ft at 100 Racove Drive

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will consider a multi-year increase in sewer treatment charges, effective September 2024 and again in July 2025 and 2026. They will also vote on purchasing property along Golf Course Creek/Black Bayou drainage canal for $3,000 and selling a 0.157-acre parcel on Coleman Street to KVS, LLC. Multiple engineering contracts for infrastructure projects (Crosley Street sewer, South 8th Street drainage, S. Riverfront water main, and Highland School sidewalk) are up for approval, along with change orders for South 5th Street sewer repair and Kiroli Park trails. The agenda also includes employee recognitions, a sales tax rate explanation, and monthly budget reports.

• Ordinance to increase sewer treatment charges: $X increase effective Sept 1, 2024, July 1, 2025, and July 1, 2026 (amount not specified in agenda)
• Purchase of property along Golf Course Creek/Black Bayou drainage canal from MISC Properties, LLC for $3,000
• Sale of 0.157 acres on Coleman Street to KVS, LLC (Karl Dhaliwal) to improve access to proposed store
• Services agreement with Skyrider Communications, Inc. for internet services at an additional location and term extension
• Multiple engineering contracts with S.E. Huey Co. for Crosley Street sewer, South 8th Street drainage, S. Riverfront water main, and Highland School sidewalk projects

Planning Commission

The West Monroe Planning Commission will review four applications at its August 19 meeting, including a tabled subdivision for three homes on Copley Street, two requests to revoke alleys and street portions, and a zone change from I-1 (Light Industrial) to R-2 (Multi Family Residential) at 401 Pavilion Road to build a short-term rental resort with 24 cabins in Phase 1.

• Highlander West subdivision (3 lots) on Copley Street, tabled from July 15 meeting, requesting lots of 6,600 sq ft instead of the minimum 7,200 sq ft
• Revocation of alley in Square 5 A & E Northern Addition and Square 1 TE Flournoys Addition (parcels 37593, 37613, 37614, 39126, 39130) by West Monroe Land Development
• Revocation of portions of Cryer Street and North 4th Street (multiple parcels) by West Monroe High School / Ouachita Parish School Board
• Zone change for 401 Pavilion Road from I-1 to R-2 to allow a short-term rental resort with 24 cabins, requested by Warhawk Enterprises LLC

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will hold a public hearing on creating the West Monroe Riverfront Economic Development District and levying a 1% sales tax. The body is also deciding on property tax millage rates and several updates to the city's code of ordinances.

• Proposed 1% sales tax for the West Monroe Riverfront Economic Development District
• Rezoning of 118 N. Hilton Street from Open Land to Multi-Family Residential
• Contract for Otis St Fire Station Driveway Repair with BGW Construction, LLC for $82,076.19
• Ordinance to define the crime of unlawful use of an unmanned aircraft system
• Resolution to close the Housing Voucher Program waiting list

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will consider a resolution to adopt the millage rate and levy ad valorem taxes for 2024 for the Highland Park Economic Development District. The meeting includes public comments and other procedural items.

• Resolution to adopt the millage rate and levy ad valorem taxes for 2024 for the Highland Park Economic Development District

Board of Aldermen

The West Monroe Board of Aldermen will hold a regular meeting to consider several ordinances and resolutions. Key items include amending the vacant structures code to update registration fees and enforcement authority, accepting a $10,000 grant for park trail improvements, and authorizing a property sale to facilitate a proposed store. The board will also review monthly budget reports and a fire department report.

• Ordinance to amend vacant structures code (Chapter 9, Part 12) updating registration fee and deputy director authority
• Authorization to accept $10,000 Louisiana Economic Development Ready Community Grant for Kiroli Park and Highland Park Wetland Trails
• Ordinance to authorize sale of 0.157 acres to KVS, LLC on Coleman Street for store access
• Authorization to solicit bids for Otis St Fire Station Driveway Repair (estimated $100,000)
• Ordinance to amend ignition interlock device requirements and time periods

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing a request to change the zoning of a property to multi-family residential and a subdivision request for Copley Street. Both cases are scheduled for a City Council hearing on August 6, 2024.

• ZC-24-450000010: Zone change from O-L (Open Land) to R-2 (Multi-Family Residential) at 118 N Hilton Street
• SUB-24-55000001: Subdivision review for Highlander West (3 lots, .456 acres) on Copley Street

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen is considering ordinances for property rezonings and an annexation on N. Hilton Street. They are also reviewing a grant application for Constitution Drive and maintenance agreements with LA DOTD.

• Notice of intention to establish West Monroe Riverfront Economic Development District and levy a sales tax
• $858,306.63 grant application for Constitution Drive infrastructure improvements
• Rezoning 4326 Cypress Street from O-L to B-3
• Maintenance agreement with LA DOTD for mowing and litter pickup up to $29,055.00
• Two-year extension of Ambulance Services Agreement with Acadian Ambulance Service, Inc.

Historic Preservation

The Historic Preservation Commission will review minutes from its March 4, 2024 meeting. The commission will also consider an application for a Certificate of Appropriateness for Union Mill Suites at 400 Trenton Street. This request involves exterior changes to windows, doors, and wrought iron posts and railings.

• Review of March 4, 2024 meeting minutes
• Application COA-24-70000002 for Union Mill Suites exterior remodel (windows, doors, and wrought iron)

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will consider ordinances to adopt the General Fund and Utility Enterprise Fund budgets for the upcoming fiscal year. The agenda also includes updates on stormwater management regulations and local infrastructure projects.

• Adoption of General Fund and Utility Enterprise Fund budgets for 2024-2025
• New ordinances regarding stormwater management and flood control
• Grant applications for West Ouachita Senior Center transit services
• Contract amendment for Kiroli Park racquet sports expansion architectural services
• Change orders for Mane Street and Parkwood Drive rehabilitation projects

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing two requests to change property zoning to the B-3 General Business District. These applications concern 4326 Cypress Street and 801 Wilson Street. The West Monroe City Council will hear these cases on July 2, 2024.

• Zone change for 4326 Cypress Street from O-L to B-3
• Zone change for 801 Wilson Street from B-1 to B-3

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will review grant applications for improvements on Constitution Drive and Cotton Street. The agenda also includes rezoning requests for properties on Frantom Lane and a contract for sewer repairs on South 5th Street.

• Rezoning of 103 Frantom Lane to Single Family Residential
• Grant application for Constitution Drive improvements ($1,161,355 total)
• Grant application for Cotton Street utility improvements ($721,593 total)
• Sewer repair contract for South 5th Street ($139,561)
• Sale of property south of Ike Hamilton Pavilion to Warhawk Enterprises, LLC

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will introduce the General Fund, Special Revenue Fund, and Utility Enterprise Fund budgets for the upcoming fiscal year. The meeting also includes votes on infrastructure contracts and sewer project bids.

• Introduction of General Fund and Special Revenue Fund Budgets for July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2025
• Introduction of Utility Enterprise Fund Budget for July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2025
• Bid advertisement for McMillan Road Sanitary Sewer Lift Station Improvements (estimated $175,000.00)
• Recommended bid of $120,000.00 to Ryan Watson Construction for Kiroli Park Trails
• Change Order No. 8 for Otis Street Rehabilitation with Amethyst Construction, Inc. (-$92,657.29)

Planning Commission

The West Monroe Planning Commission will review several applications to change property zoning designations. These requests include shifts between open land, residential, and business districts for various properties, including recently annexed land.

• ZC-24-45000004: 103 Frantom Lane, request to change from O-L to R-1
• ZC-24-45000005: Multiple properties on North Side of Frantom Lane, request to change from R-2 and O-L to R-1
• ZC-24-45000006: 4377 Cypress Street, request to change from O-L to B-1
• ZC-24-45000007: 4331 Cypress Street, request to change from O-L to B-1
• ZC-24-45000003: 1201 Glenwood Drive, request to change from B-3 to R-2

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will consider several ordinances regarding property annexations, rezoning at 404 Woodrow Street, and business assistance agreements. The meeting also includes a change order for the Stella Mill Street Gravity Sewer Main project.

• Ordinance to annex property at 4326 Cypress Street
• Ordinance to rezone 404 Woodrow Street from R-1 to B-3
• Variance request for alcohol sales at 813 Cypress Street
• Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with Louisiana Office of Community Development and Louisiana Land Trust
• Change Order No. 1 for Stella Mill Street Gravity Sewer Main (+ $15,481.68)

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will hold a public hearing on the proposed Make A Difference (MAD) program and grant application. The body is deciding on several contract renewals and infrastructure project authorizations. The meeting includes reviews of monthly budget and fire reports.

• Proposed contract with CDE Construction, LLC for $268,705.00 for the Drago Sanitary Sewer Force Main on South 11th Street
• Renewal of agreement with The Picard Group for lobbying services at $8,000 monthly
• Lease agreement with Cambre Holdings of Ouachita, LLC for property at 614 Grantham Dr. for recycling
• Public hearing for the Make A Difference (MAD) program and grant application
• Ordinances for sidewalk projects at Highland School Area and N. 6th Street

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review two zone change requests and one annexation application. The body will also discuss zoning processes, including mobile home zones and mass zoning changes.

• Annexation request for 4326 Cypress Street by Billy Ransom Golson and Sara H. Golson
• Zone change from R-1 to B-3 for 404 Woodrow Street (The Truck Stop LLC)
• Zone change from B-3 to R-2 for 1201 Glenwood Drive (Bailey Properties of North Louisiana LLC)
• Election of Planning Commission Chairperson and Secretary
• Discussion of zoning processes, including mobile home friendly zones and signage

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will review several construction bids and contracts for road and park improvements. The body is also considering a rezoning request for a property on Madison Street and the adoption of a residential relocation plan.

• Rezoning of Madison Street tract from R-1 to R-2 (unfavorable Planning Commission recommendation 4-1)
• Contract ratification with Diamond B Construction Company, LLC for Mane Street Rehabilitation Phase 2 ($1,779,689.55)
• Proposed contract with Bentz Construction Group, LLC for North 3rd Street Improvements ($514,586.20)
• Proposed contract with Bentz Construction Group, LLC for Natchitoches Street Cross Drain Replacement ($120,964.35)
• Change Order No. 007 for West Monroe Sports Complex reducing cost by $212,994.99

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will hold a public meeting to discuss a proposed Ad Valorem Millage. This millage would be voted on by residents on April 27, 2024. No formal decisions or voting will occur during this meeting.

• Proposed Ad Valorem Millage to fund equipment for Fire, Police, and Public Works departments

Board of Adjustments

The Board of Adjustments will review an application for a special exception to allow liquor sales in a B-1 (Transitional Business) District at 3100 Cypress St. The applicant, Jesus Martinez, seeks planning approval for Painkillers Wine Espirits Express. The board will also review minutes from the February 26, 2024 meeting.

• Application PASE-24-15000002 for special exception for liquor sales at 3100 Cypress St (Parcel #84296)
• Applicant: Jesus Martinez for Painkillers Wine Espirits Express
• Request under West Monroe Code of Ordinances Section 12-5014(3)
• Review of February 26, 2024 meeting minutes

Board of Adjustments

The Board of Adjustments will review a variance application (VAR 24-2000000) from TP Outdoors West Monroe, LLC for a 6ft fence along the existing property line at 0 Clayton St in a B-3 General Business District. The board will also approve minutes from the December 23, 2024 meeting.

• Variance request VAR 24-2000000 for a 6ft fence at 0 Clayton St (Parcel 47261) in B-3 district
• Review of minutes from December 23, 2024 meeting

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will review bids for sewer and lift station projects and consider contracts for engineering services. The body will also discuss the sale of a surplus police transit van and review monthly budget reports.

• Appropriations request to U.S. Rep. Julia Letlow for $5 million ($1.25 million City match) for Trenton Street Bicycle/Pedestrian Path - Phase 2
• Contract for Engineering Services with S.E. Huey Co. for 2024 Wastewater Treatment Plant modifications
• Review of bids for Montgomery Street Lift Station Renovation & Force Main and Stella Mill Street Gravity Sewer Main
• Ordinance to sell a surplus police transit van via public internet auction
• Authorization of bids for Water Well #10 Granular Activated Carbon (GAC) replacement

Board of Aldermen

The regular meeting scheduled for March 19, 2024, has been cancelled. A special council meeting is scheduled for March 21, 2024, at noon.

Planning Commission

The West Monroe Planning Commission will review three applications regarding land use and city limits. The body will consider a request for liquor sales and a zoning change for residential development.

• Annexation request for 4326 Cypress Street (ANNX-23-60000004)
• Special Exception request for liquor sales at 3100 Cypress St (PASE-24-15000002)
• Zone change from R-1 to R-2 for property at Madison Street / Jackson Street (ZC-24-45000001)

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will vote on several property acquisitions and infrastructure contracts. The meeting includes discussions on sewer repairs, drainage improvements, and a safety action plan update.

• Purchase of 117 N. Riverfront Street from Ouachita Group, LLC for $302,000
• Purchase of 1117 North 8th Street from MISC Properties, LLC for $9,934.27
• Annexation of property at 103 Frantom Lane
• Change Order No. 3 for Constitution Dr. rehab with Amethyst Construction, Inc. (-$18,363.38)
• Contracts for engineering services with S.E. Huey Co. and Neel Schaffer Engineers

Historic Preservation

The Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to review a Certificate of Appropriateness application for a property in the Cottonport Historic District. The body will also review minutes from the November 1, 2022, meeting.

• COA-24-70000001: Exterior remodel including awning at 318 Trenton Street (Hamilton House)

Board of Adjustments

The Board of Adjustments will review a request for a special exception to place a mobile home in an R-1 single-family residential district at 216 Crawford Street. The board has not met since April 2023 due to cancellations. The application also requires approval from the Planning Commission.

• Special exception request by Bettye Lee for property at 216 Crawford Street (Parcel #84296) to allow a Class B Mobile Home in R-1 district
• Application requires approval by both Planning Commission and Board of Adjustments
• Board has not met since April 2023; meetings from May 2023 through January 2024 were canceled

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will review bids for public works equipment and ordinances for professional services. The meeting includes appointments to the Planning Commission and Board of Adjustments, as well as a bid advertisement for the Montgomery Street Lift Station Renovation.

• Bid for a Crack Sealing Machine from Sealmaster for $70,273.00
• Agreement with CHM, LLC dba Atlas Community Studios for LA-MAD grant writing services
• Purchase of an IBM POWER I SERVER MODEL S1014 and service agreement
• Authorization to advertise bids for Montgomery Street Lift Station Renovation & Force Main (Project #CP0083)
• Reappointments of Brian Bendily to the Planning Commission and Pam Mortin to the Board of Adjustments

Planning Commission

The commission will review two annexation requests for properties on Frantom Lane and N. Hilton Street. Additionally, the body will consider a special exception request for a Class B mobile home at 216 Crawford Street.

• Annexation of 103 Frantom Lane by James A. McIntosh
• Annexation of 118 N. Hilton Street by Bah Nathan Village, LTD.
• Special Exception for a Class B mobile home at 216 Crawford Street

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will vote on several property transactions, including the sale of surplus land and the purchase of property at 117 N. Riverfront Street. The meeting includes decisions on annexing and rezoning land along Cypress Street and authorizing various infrastructure project bids and grants.

• Ordinance to sell surplus property at 309 McClendon Street to Mark Alan Terral
• Rezoning of 4565, 4567, and 4569 Cypress Street from Light Industrial to General Business
• Low bid of $127,838.62 from ScottTruck, LLC/Scott Equipment for a Public Works dump truck
• Grant applications for S. 11th St. Sanitary Sewer ($50,000 request) and Well 10 GAC Replacement ($50,000 request)
• Annexation of property at 4377 and 4331 Cypress Street and 400 linear feet of US Highway 617

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will discuss a proposed Ad Valorem Millage to be voted on by residents on April 27, 2024. The millage is intended to fund equipment for the Fire, Police, and Public Works departments. No formal decisions or voting will occur at this meeting.

• Proposed Ad Valorem Millage for Fire, Police, and Public Works equipment

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will review the substantial completion of the West Monroe Sports Complex and Otis Street Rehabilitation. Members will also consider a contract for professional consulting services and a change order for road work.

• Certificate of Substantial Completion for West Monroe Sports Complex with Lincoln Builders of Ruston, Inc.
• Certificate of Substantial Completion for Otis Street Rehabilitation with Amethyst Construction, Inc.
• Change Order No. 1 for Constitution Dr. adding $22,915.90 and 2 days with Amethyst Construction, Inc.
• Ordinance to authorize a professional consulting services contract with Robert N. Waxman/Waxmans, III
• Ordinance to transfer surplus police dog 'Darko' to Sgt. Christopher Daniel Freeland

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing four applications for property changes and one special exception. Three requests involve annexing land into city limits, and one seeks a zoning change for business use.

• ZC-23-45000006: Zone change from Light Industrial to General Business for 4565, 4567, and 4569 Cypress Street
• ANNX-23-60000003: Annexation request for 4377 Cypress Street
• ANNX-23-60000004: Annexation request for 4326 Cypress Street
• ANNX-23-60000005: Annexation request for 4331 Cypress Street
• PASE-23-15000001: Special exception for liquor sales at 3100 Cypress Street

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will consider ordinances regarding firearm laws and the transfer of a surplus police dog. The body is also reviewing certificates of substantial completion for the West Monroe Sports Complex and Otis Street Rehabilitation.

• Ordinance to repeal Sec. 11-4010.1 regarding firearms with obliterated numbers
• Transfer of surplus police dog 'Darko' to Sgt. Christopher Daniel Freeland
• Certificate of Substantial Completion for West Monroe Sports Complex (Lincoln Builders of Ruston, Inc.)
• Certificate of Substantial Completion for Otis Street Rehabilitation (Amethyst Construction, Inc.)
• Change Order No. 1 for Constitution Dr. rehab adding $22,915.90 and 2 days (Amethyst Construction, Inc.)

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will discuss calling a special election to authorize a special tax levy. The meeting includes votes on a workers' compensation agreement and several construction project change orders.

• Resolution to call a special election for a special tax levy
• Renewal addendum for Worker's Compensation Claims Administration with LAC Claims for $21,000.00 annually
• Change Order No. 1 for New Kiroli Road Bridge Over North Tupawek Bayou adding $52,185.00
• Change Order No. 006 for West Monroe Sports Complex adding $4,414.00
• Ordinance to accept conditional funding for New Black Bayou Stormwater Pumping Station Project