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Public Notices: Thursday, May 10th, 2007

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Public Notices Published Thursday, May 10th, 2007

NOTICE
I, Ernesto Puente, DOC# 116832, date of birth 11/7/1963, currently residing in Miami-Dade County, Florida, have applied for clemency for my conviction of Possession of cocaine greater than 28 grams, but less than 200 grams, which occurred on March 4, 1987, in Ouachita Parish, Louisiana. If you have any comments or wish to communicate with the Board of Pardons, please call (225) 342-5421.
4/26,5/3,5/10
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NOTICE
I, Robert Zaunbrecher (DOC #281067), date of birth, 11/14/1934, currently residing in Rapides Parish, LA, have applied for clemency for my conviction of felony theft which occurred February 22, 1977, in Ouachita Parish, LA. If you have any comments or wish to communicate with the board of pardons please call (225) 342-5421.
5/3,5/10,5/17
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NOTICE TO BIDDERS
Sealed bids will be received by the Ouachita Parish School Board, 100 Bry Street, Monroe, Louisiana 71210-1642 until 10:00 p.m. May 22, 2007, for:
New roofs for Swartz Upper Elementary School
400 Lincoln Hills Drive
Swartz, Louisiana 71203
Ouachita Parish School Board
BID NUMBER 40-07
Complete bidding documents for this project are available in electronic form. They may be obtained without charge and without deposit from www.aeplans.com. Printed copies are not available from the architect, but arrangements can be made to obtain them through most reprographic firms. Plan holders are responsible for their own reproduction costs. Questions about this procedure shall be directed to the architect at:
TB Architecture
141 DeSiard Street, Suite 506
Monroe, Louisiana 71201
Telephone: (318) 340-1550
Facsimile: (318) 998-1315
E-mail: bmcguire@tbarchitecture.com.
All bids must be accompanied by a security equal to five percent (5%) of the base bid and all additive alternates, and must be in the form of a certified check, cashier's check or bid bond written by a company licensed to do business in Louisiana, countersigned by a person who is under contract with the surety company or bond issuer as a licensed agent in this state and who is residing in this state. No Bid Bond indicating an obligation of less than five percent (5%) by any method is acceptable.
The successful bidder will be required to furnish a performance and payment bond written by a company licensed to do business in Louisiana, and shall be countersigned by a person who is contracted with the surety company or bond issuer as an agent of company or issuer, and who is licensed as an insurance agent in this state, and who is residing in this state, in an amount equal to the 100% of the contract amount.
No bid may be withdrawn for a period of thirty (30) days after receipt of bids, except under the provisions of Act 111 of 1983.
A mandatory pre-bid conference will be at 9:00 a.m. Tuesday, May 15, 2007, at the job site on the Swartz Upper Elementary School campus. Bids shall be accepted only from contractors who attend the pre-bid conference.
The owner reserves the right to reject any and all bids.
Ouachita Parish School Board
Jack White, president
Dr. Robert E. Webber, ED.D, secretary
4/26,5/3,5/10
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PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE is hereby given that the Board of Adjustments of the City of West Monroe will meet in special legal session on Monday, May 14, 2007, at 5:30 PM in the Council Chambers of West Monroe City Hall to review the following application(s):
APPLICATION NO: VAR-07-20000005
Applicant: Johnny's Pizza House
Location: 809Warren Drive
Request: Variance to allow enlargement of Johnny's Pizza House building and parking lot [non-conforming use B3 (general business district) in an R-1 (single family residential district)]
Legal description: Lots 18, 19, & 20 Unit 1 White Columns ADDN -Sold Lot BK 1690-425 Being Parcel 01-14-R104721; 0.029 AC M/L IN W2 OF NE4 SEC 28 T18N R3E, from intersection of S R/W Warren Dr, S 362.6 FT TO POB, N89W 150 FT, S 60 FT, S89E 10 FT to W line Lot 20 Unit 1 White Columns Sub, N ALG W Line Lot 20 55.1 FT TO NW cor said lot 20, S89E ALG N line said lot 20 140 FT to NE COR said lot 20, N ALG W R/W Warren Dr 4.9 FT TO POB; and lot in W ½ OF NE ¼ SEC 28 T18N R3E BEG 262.6 FT SO OF Wellerman Rd & FRTG 100 FT ON W side Warren Dr, depth 150 FT-cold portion parcel 02-14 being 2003 SQ FT M/L BL 1690-425-.
The public is invited to attend this meeting.
4/26,5/3,5/10
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PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE is hereby given that the Board of Adjustments of the City of West Monroe will meet in legal session on Monday, May 29, 2007, at 5:30 PM in the Council Chambers of West Monroe City Hall to review the following application(s):
APPLICATION NO: PASE-07-15000001
Applicant: Melville, Charles Herman
Location: 1612 Arkansas Road
Request: Planning approval/special exception to allow mini-warehouses in a B-2 (neighborhood business) district
Legal description: 5.22 ACS IN SEC 21 T18N R3E BEG AT COR OF GREGORY C WARREN TRACT, N ALONG KIROLI ROAD 62.44 FT, W288.74 FT, S 220 FT, SW 325.51 FT, SE ALONG ARK ROAD 539.85 FT, NE 530 FT, N 270.70 FT.
Application No.: VAR-07-20000003
Applicant: Sandifer, Spencer
Location: 2505 Swiss Street
Request: Lot size reduction from required 7200 SG FT to 5000 SQ FT.
Legal description: EAST 150 FT OF S2 LOT 23 & E 150 FT OF N2 LOT 24 SQ 14 UNIT 2 MCGUIRES HIGHLAND PARK ADDN.
Application No: VAR-07-20000004
Applicant: Beebe, Jay W
Location: 1102 North 4th Street
Request: Sdie yard variance from required 5' TO 1'
Legal description: SOUTH 100 FT LOTS 13 & 14 SQ E HAYNES ADDN.
The public is invited to attend this meeting.
5/3,5/10,5/17
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PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE is hereby given that the Planning Commission of the City of West Monroe will meet in legal session on Monday, May 21, 2007, 2006, at 5:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of West Monroe City Hall to review the following application(s):
Application No: REV-07-50000001
Applicant: Dolores Walker Daniel
Location: 101 North 4th Street
Request: Revocation of alley
Legal description: LOTS 7 & 8 SQ 'T' A&E WESTERN ADDN.
Application No: ZC-07-45000001
Applicant: Melville, Charles Herman
Location: 1612 Arkansas Road
Request: Zone change from B-1 (Transition Business District) TO B-2 (Neighborhood Business District)
Legal description: 5.22 ACS IN SEC 21 T18N R3E BEG AT COR OF GREGORY C WARREN TRACT, N ALONG KIROLI ROAD 62.44 FT, W288.74 FT, S 220 FT, SW 325.51 FT, SE ALONG ARK ROAD 539.85 FT, NE 530 FT, N 270.70 FT.
Application No: PASE-07-15000001
Applicant: Melville, Charles Herman
Location: 1612 Arkansas Road
Request: Planning approval/Special exception to allow mini-warehouses in a B-2 (Neighborhood Business) District
Legal description: 5.22 ACS IN SEC 21 T18N R3E BEG AT COR OF GREGORY C WARREN TRACT, N ALONG KIROLI ROAD 62.44 FT, W288.74 FT, S 220 FT, SW 325.51 FT, SE ALONG ARK ROAD 539.85 FT, NE 530 FT, N 270.70 FT.
The public is invited to attend.
5/3,5/10,5/21
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NOTICE
Summer hours for the Ouachita Parish Public Library System are as follows:
Main and Ouachita Valley Branches
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday — 9-8
Friday — 9-5
Saturday — 10-2
Sunday — 2-5
Louise Williams, Anna Meyer, West Ouachita and Sterlington
Monday and Thursday — 9-8
Tuesday and Wednesday — 9-6
Friday — 9-5
Saturday — 10-2
West Monroe and Carver Branches
Monday-Thursday — 9-6
Friday — 9-5
Saturday — 10-2
These hours begin June 1, 2007 and end July 31, 2007
4/26,5/3,5/10
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NOTICE TO PROPOSERS
Sealed proposals will be opened at the Louisiana State Department of Education, Purchasing and Contracts Section — 5th Floor, P.O. Box 94064, 1201 N. Third Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70802/70804 (mail) for the following:
Request for Proposals
for TANF After School for All Program
The proposal deadline date is June 7, 2007. Eligible proposers will provide students, particularly those who attend high-poverty and low-performing schools, with academic and enrichment opportunities to meet state and local academic achievement standards after school, as well as in the summer.
Proposal information, proposal procedures, and accompanying relevant materials may be obtained by contacting the Purchasing and Contracts Section, Fifth Floor, Louisiana State Department of Education, P.O. Box 94064, 1201 N. Third Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70802/70804 (mail), (225) 342-3780 or by contacting Ms. Andrala Walker, Division of School and Community Support, (225) 342-3906, andrala.walker@la.gov, or fax (225) 219-4454.
A copy of the RFP can be viewed, downloaded, and printed out by going to the Louisiana State Department of Education's website: www.louisianaschools.net or the State's centralized solicitation site at: wwwsrch2.doa.state.la.us/osp/lapac/pubmain.asp.
No proposals will be accepted after 2:00 p.m. on June 7, 2007. The Louisiana State Department of Education reserves the right to reject any and all applications, and to waive any informalities.
5/10
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NOTICE OF SPECIAL ELECTION
Pursuant to the provisions of a resolution adopted by the Parish School Board of the Parish of Ouachita, State of Louisiana (the "Governing Authority"), acting as the governing authority of the East Ouachita Parish School District of the Parish of Ouachita, State of Louisiana (the "District"), on April 17, 2007, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a special election will be held within the District on SATURDAY, JULY 21, 2007, and that at the said election there will be submitted to all registered voters in the District qualified and entitled to vote at the said election under the Constitution and Laws of the State of Louisiana and the Constitution of the United States, the following proposition, to-wit:
PROPOSITION
EAST OUACHITA PARISH SCHOOL DISTRICT PROPOSITION
PROPOSITION
(BONDS)
SUMMARY: AUTHORITY TO ISSUE NOT EXCEEDING $29,785,000 OF 25 YEAR GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS OF THE DISTRICT FOR ACQUIRING AND/OR IMPROVING LANDS FOR BUILDING SITES AND PLAYGROUNDS; INCLUDING CONSTRUCTION OF NECESSARY SIDEWALKS AND STREETS ADJACENT THERETO; PURCHASING, ERECTING AND/OR IMPROVING SCHOOL BUILDINGS AND OTHER SCHOOL RELATED FACILITIES WITHIN AND FOR THE DISTRICT, INCLUDING, TO THE EXTENT FEASIBLE, THOSE SPECIFIC SCHOOL PROJECTS SET FORTH IN THE “CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PLAN” APPROVED BY THE OUACHITA PARISH SCHOOL BOARD ON APRIL 17, 2007, AND ACQUIRING THE NECESSARY EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHINGS THEREFOR, TITLE TO WHICH SHALL BE IN THE PUBLIC, SAID BONDS TO BE PAYABLE FROM AD VALOREM TAXES.
Shall East Ouachita Parish School District of the Parish of Ouachita, State of Louisiana (the “District”), incur debt and issue bonds not exceeding Twenty Nine Million Seven Hundred Eighty Five Thousand Dollars ($29,785,000), in one or more series, to run twenty-five (25) years from date thereof, with interest at a rate not exceeding eight per centum (8%) per annum, for the purpose of acquiring and/or improving lands for building sites and playgrounds; including construction of necessary sidewalks and streets adjacent thereto; purchasing, erecting and/or improving school buildings and other school related facilities within and for the District, INCLUDING, TO THE EXTENT FEASIBLE, THOSE SPECIFIC SCHOOL PROJECTS SET FORTH IN THE “CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PLAN” APPROVED BY THE OUACHITA PARISH SCHOOL BOARD ON APRIL 17, 2007, and acquiring the necessary equipment and furnishings therefor, title to which shall be in the public; which bonds will be general obligations of the District and will be payable from ad valorem taxes to be levied and collected in the manner provided by Article VI, Section 33 of the Constitution of the State of Louisiana of 1974 and statutory authority supplemental thereto?
The said special election will be held at the following polling places situated within the District, which polls will open at six o'clock (6:00) a.m., and close at eight o'clock (8:00) p.m., in accordance with the provisions of La. R.S. 18:541, to-wit:
POLLING PLACES:PRECINCT, LOCATION
01: (IN PART) Ouachita Christian School, 7065 Hwy. 165 N
02: Sterlington Recreation Center, 709 Frances Avenue
03: (IN PART) Jack Hayes School, 3631 Old Sterlington Road
04: (IN PART) Ouachita Christian School, 7065 Hwy. 165 N
05: (IN PART) Osterland Recreational Center, 710 Holland Drive
06: Swartz Recreation Center, 701 Lincoln Hill Drive
07: (IN PART) Swartz Recreation Center, 701 Lincoln Hill Drive
08: (IN PART) Louise Williams Library, 140 Bayou Oaks Drive
09: Ouachita High School, 681 Hwy. 594
09A: (IN PART) Ouachita High School, 681 Hwy. 594
10: (IN PART) Ouachita Parish Courthouse, 300 Saint John Street
13: (IN PART) Benoit Recreation Center, 1700 Oaklawn Drive
14: (IN PART) Benoit Recreation Center, 1700 Oaklawn Drive
15: (IN PART) Henrietta Johnson Recreation Center, 2800 Burg Jones Lane
16: (IN PART) Emily P. Robinson Recreation Center, 3504 Jackson Street
17: (IN PART) Emily P. Robinson Recreation Center, 3504 Jackson Street
18: Richwood Town Hall, 363 Brown Road
19: (IN PART) Robinson Elementary School, 5101 Burg Jones Lane
20: Shady Grove Elementary School, 2204 Ticheli Road
21: (IN PART) Shady Grove Elementary School, 2204 Ticheli Road
24: (IN PART) MW Prince Hall Grand Masonic Lodge, 5500 Hwy. 165 Bypass
25: Prairie Road Water District, 2176 Prairie Road
26: Prairie Road Water District, 2176 Prairie Road
61: (IN PART) American Legion Hall, 401 Forsythe Avenue
66: (IN PART) Sherrouse School, 300 Sherrouse Avenue
68: (IN PART) Ouachita Parish Jr. High School, 5500 Blanks Avenue
69: (IN PART) Carroll High School, 2939 Renwick Street
70: (IN PART) Lincoln Elementary School, 4200 Elm Street
72: (IN PART) Lakeshore Elementary School, 550 Balboa Drive
73: (IN PART) Masur Hall-ULM Campus, 4105 Bon Aire Drive
75: (IN PART) St. Alban’s Episcopal Church, 2816 Deborah Drive
76: (IN PART) Saul Adler Recreation Center, 3900 Westminister Avenue
79: (IN PART) Lincoln Elementary School, 4200 Elm Street
The polling places set forth above are hereby designated as the polling places at which to hold the said election, and the Commissioners-in-Charge and Commissioners, respectively, shall be those persons designated according to law.
The said special election will be held in accordance with the applicable provisions of Chapter 5 and Chapter 6-A of Title 18 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, as amended, and other constitutional and statutory authority, and the officers appointed to hold the said election, as provided in this Notice of Special Election, or such substitutes therefor as may be selected and designated in accordance with La. R.S. 18:1287, will make due returns thereof to said Governing Authority, and NOTICE IS HEREBY FURTHER GIVEN that the Governing Authority will meet at its regular meeting place, the Parish School Board Office, Monroe, Louisiana, on TUESDAY, AUGUST 7, 2007, at SIX O'CLOCK (6:00) P.M., and shall then and there in open and public session proceed to examine and canvass the returns and declare the result of the said special election. All registered voters of the District are entitled to vote at said special election and voting machines will be used.
THUS DONE AND SIGNED at Monroe, Louisiana, on this, the 17th day of April, 2007.
ATTEST: Jack White, President
Robert Webber, Secretary
5/3,5/10,5/17,5/24
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PUBLIC NOTICE
OUACHITA PARISH SCHOOL BOARD MEETING MINUTES
The Ouachita Parish School Board met in regular session on Tuesday, April 17, 2007 at twelve (12:00) o’clock noon at its regular meeting place, the Ouachita Parish School Board Office.
The following members were present: Jack White, Scott Robinson, A. R. Sims, Jerry R. Hicks, John Russell, Carey Walker and Phillip Odom. There were none absent.
Special Projects and Safety Coordinator Kenneth Slusher led the Pledge to the Flag.
Board attorney Elmer Noah gave the Invocation.
On motion by Jerry Hicks, seconded by A. R. Sims, the Board unanimously approved the Minutes of March 27, 2007 as written.
Upon motion by Carey Walker, seconded by Phillip Odom, the Board approved the revised Agenda as presented. Motion carried unanimously.
On motion by Phillip Odom, seconded by Scott Robinson, the Board approved the revised Personnel Agenda as presented, excluding the administrative position and including the changes since mailout. Motion carried unanimously.
On motion by Phillip Odom, seconded by Scott Robinson, the Board accepted the recommendation of the Superintendent and appointed Gail Autrey to the position of Supervisor of Special Education, effective April 17, 2007, the position left vacant by recently retired Cheryl Poindexter. Mr. Odom further moved to grant Dr. Webber permission to open and advertise the position of Secondary Special Education Supervisor left vacant by the recent death of Larry Young. Motion carried unanimously.
With an introduction by Communication Specialist Aline Smead, Brenda Deason, Accountability Supervisor, announced that an honor had been bestowed on our schools by the State Board of Education for accountability achievements. Whereby, Dr. Webber was presented a special award for his outstanding leadership in guiding schools toward their accountability goals. Following his acknowledgment, ten schools achieving exemplary academic growth and nine achieving academic growth were recognized with monetary awards. They are as follows: Calhoun Middle, Good Hope Middle, Highland Elementary, Lenwil Elementary, Richwood High School, Shady Grove Elementary, Swartz Lower, Swartz Upper, Swayze Elementary, and Woodlawn Middle, A. L. Smith Elementary, Calhoun Elementary, Central Elementary, Drew Elementary, Woodlawn Elementary, Lakeshore Elementary, Richwood Junior High, Riser Elementary and West Monroe High.
Bond attorney, Grant Schlueter with Foley & Judell Law Firm, presented new bond propositions for consideration. Whereby, Phillip Odom moved, seconded by Carey Walker, that the Board adopt the resolution approving the “CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PLAN”, designating purposes for which proceeds of a proposed bond issue will be budgeted, and otherwise providing with respect thereto. Motion carried unanimously.
Following a presentation of new bond propositions by bond attorney, Grant Schlueter with Foley & Judell Law Firm, John Russell moved, seconded by Carey Walker, that the Board adopt the resolution ordering and calling a special election to be held in the East Ouachita Parish School District of the Parish of Ouachita, State of Louisiana, to authorize the incurring of debt and issuance of bonds therein; making application to the State Bond Commission in connection therewith; and providing for other matters in connection therewith. Motion carried unanimously.
Jerry Hicks withdrew the West Monroe High School ditch project business item from the Agenda to be considered at the next meeting.
On motion by A. R. Sims, seconded by Scott Robinson, the Board granted the matching funds request of Woodlawn Elementary School for playground equipment and improvements in the amount of $4,950.00 as they meet all requirements. Motion carried unanimously.
On the recommendation of Purchasing Agent Bobby Jones, A. R. Sims moved, seconded by Jerry Hicks, that the Board grant permission to the Aviation & Military Museum (Selman Field) to proceed with the miscellaneous improvements at the museum as submitted, to be paid with Aviation & Military Museum funds. Motion carried unanimously.
Special Projects and Safety Coordinator Kenneth Slusher gave a construction/renovation update and announced that the ongoing renovation phase at West Monroe High School will be completed in June. He further commented that everything has been finalized for the next phase at West Monroe High School and the work should begin this summer. Mr. Slusher also confirmed that construction plans for the school based health center at West Monroe High School are being drawn up. Further discussion followed regarding his trip with an architect and selected school personnel to visit the Lafayette School System to view their walk-in freezer unit. He hopes to bring final construction plans for a walk-in freezer to the Board for their consideration soon.
On the recommendation of Purchasing Agent Bobby Jones, A. R. Sims moved, seconded by Scott Robinson, that the Board accept the low bids for bus parts (safety arms and related parts) [Bid No. 34-07] and accept the bid from Guy Paper for toilet paper [Bid No. 27-07] as presented. Motion carried unanimously.
On the recommendation of Purchasing Agent Bobby Jones, Carey Walker moved, seconded by Phillip Odom, that the Board grant permission to bid the following items: (1) Software for Libraries [Bid No. 37-07]; (2) Piano for Piano Lab (WOHS & OPHS) [Bid No. 38-07]; Portable Buildings (up to 10) [Bid No. 39-07] (4) Re-Roof Swartz Upper [Bid No. 40-07]. Motion carried unanimously.
The next Board meeting will be held May 1, 2007 at 6:00 P.M.
There being no further business to be brought before the Board, Jerry Hicks moved, seconded by A. R. Sims, that the meeting adjourn. Motion carried unanimously.
OUACHITA PARISH SCHOOL BOARD
Jack White, President
ATTEST: Robert Webber, Secretary
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THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION was offered by Phillip Odom and seconded by Carey Walker:
RESOLUTION
A resolution approving the "CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PLAN", designating purposes for which proceeds of a proposed bond issue will be budgeted, and otherwise providing with respect thereto.
WHEREAS, the Superintendent has submitted his report and recommendations concerning capital improvements in the East Ouachita Parish School District, together with a recommendation that the foregoing be funded through not exceeding $29,785,000 of general obligation bonds; and
WHEREAS, the Parish School Board of the Parish of Ouachita, State of Louisiana, now desires to accept and approve said report and recommendations as herein provided and to let the citizens of the East Ouachita Parish School District know for which projects the proceeds of the bonds will be budgeted;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Parish School Board of the Parish of Ouachita, State of Louisiana (the "School Board"), acting as the governing authority of the East Ouachita Parish School District of the Parish of Ouachita, State of Louisiana (the "District"), that:
SECTION 1. This School Board hereby approves the "CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PLAN", a copy of which is on file with this School Board and available for public inspection. In order to provide funding for the capital improvement program set forth therein, this School Board will submit to the voters for their consideration a proposition authorizing the issuance of not exceeding $29,785,000 of general obligation bonds. Upon approval of the bond proposition by the voters, the proceeds thereof shall be applied, to the extent feasible, to the specific projects set forth in said capital improvement program. Should any bond proceeds remain after providing for the respective projects set forth in said capital improvement program, such remaining proceeds shall be applied to school projects determined and approved by the School Board on a priority basis. This School Board does hereby commit and pledge itself to so budget such bond proceeds for said respective projects.
This resolution having been submitted to a vote, the vote thereon was as follows:
YEA: Jack White, Scott Robinson, A.R. Sims, Jerry R. Hicks, John L. Russell, Carey Walker, J. Phillip Odom.
NAY: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAINING: None
And the resolution was declared adopted on this, the 17th day of April, 2007.
Robert Webber, secretary
Jack White, president
Ouachita Parish School Board
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RESOLUTION
The following resolution was offered by John Russell and seconded by Carey Walker:
RESOLUTION
A resolution ordering and calling a special election to be held in the East Ouachita Parish School District of the Parish of Ouachita, State of Louisiana, to authorize the incurring of debt and issuance of bonds therein; making application to the State Bond Commission in connection therewith; and providing for other matters in connection therewith.
BE IT RESOLVED by the Parish School Board of the Parish of Ouachita, State of Louisiana (the "Governing Authority"), acting as the governing authority of the East Ouachita Parish School District of the Parish of Ouachita, State of Louisiana (the "District"), that:
SECTION 1. Election Call. Subject to the approval of the State Bond Commission, and under the authority conferred by Article VI, Section 33 of the Constitution of the State of Louisiana of 1974, Sub-Part A, Part III, Chapter 4, Title 39 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, as amended, the applicable provisions of Chapter 5 and Chapter 6-A of the Louisiana Election Code, and other constitutional and statutory authority, a special election is hereby called and ordered to be held in the District on SATURDAY, JULY 21, 2007, between the hours of six o'clock (6:00) a.m., and eight o'clock (8:00) p.m., in accordance with the provisions of La. R.S. 18:541, and at the said election there shall be submitted to all registered voters qualified and entitled to vote at the said election under the Constitution and laws of this State and the Constitution of the United States, the following proposition, to-wit:
EAST OUACHITA PARISH SCHOOL DISTRICT PROPOSITION
PROPOSITION
(BONDS)
SUMMARY: AUTHORITY TO ISSUE NOT EXCEEDING $29,785,000 OF 25 YEAR GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS OF THE DISTRICT FOR ACQUIRING AND/OR IMPROVING LANDS FOR BUILDING SITES AND PLAYGROUNDS; INCLUDING CONSTRUCTION OF NECESSARY SIDEWALKS AND STREETS ADJACENT THERETO; PURCHASING, ERECTING AND/OR IMPROVING SCHOOL BUILDINGS AND OTHER SCHOOL RELATED FACILITIES WITHIN AND FOR THE DISTRICT, INCLUDING, TO THE EXTENT FEASIBLE, THOSE SPECIFIC SCHOOL PROJECTS SET FORTH IN THE “CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PLAN” APPROVED BY THE OUACHITA PARISH SCHOOL BOARD ON APRIL 17, 2007, AND ACQUIRING THE NECESSARY EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHINGS THEREFOR, TITLE TO WHICH SHALL BE IN THE PUBLIC, SAID BONDS TO BE PAYABLE FROM AD VALOREM TAXES.
Shall East Ouachita Parish School District of the Parish of Ouachita, State of Louisiana (the “District”), incur debt and issue bonds not exceeding Twenty Nine Million Seven Hundred Eighty Five Thousand Dollars ($29,785,000), in one or more series, to run twenty-five (25) years from date thereof, with interest at a rate not exceeding eight per centum (8%) per annum, for the purpose of acquiring and/or improving lands for building sites and playgrounds; including construction of necessary sidewalks and streets adjacent thereto; purchasing, erecting and/or improving school buildings and other school related facilities within and for the District, INCLUDING, TO THE EXTENT FEASIBLE, THOSE SPECIFIC SCHOOL PROJECTS SET FORTH IN THE “CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PLAN” APPROVED BY THE OUACHITA PARISH SCHOOL BOARD ON APRIL 17, 2007, and acquiring the necessary equipment and furnishings therefor, title to which shall be in the public; which bonds will be general obligations of the District and will be payable from ad valorem taxes to be levied and collected in the manner provided by Article VI, Section 33 of the Constitution of the State of Louisiana of 1974 and statutory authority supplemental thereto?
SECTION 2. Publication of Notice of Election. A Notice of Special Election shall be published in The Ouachita Citizen, a Thursday newspaper of general circulation within the District, published in West Monroe, Louisiana, and being the official journal of the District, once a week for four consecutive weeks, with the first publication to be made not less than forty-five (45) days nor more than ninety (90) days prior to the date of the election, which Notice shall be substantially in the form attached hereto as "Exhibit A" and incorporated herein by reference the same as if it were set forth herein in full.
SECTION 3. Canvass. This Governing Authority shall meet at its regular meeting place, the Parish School Board Office, Monroe, Louisiana, on TUESDAY, AUGUST 7, 2007, at SIX O'CLOCK (6:00) P.M., and shall then and there in open and public session proceed to examine and canvass the returns and declare the result of the said special election.
SECTION 4. Polling Places. The polling places set forth in the aforesaid Notice of Special Election are hereby designated as the polling places at which to hold the said election, and the Commissioners-in-Charge and Commissioners, respectively, will be the same persons as those designated in accordance with law.
SECTION 5. Election Commissioners; Voting Machines. The officers designated to serve as Commissioners-in-Charge and Commissioners pursuant to Section 4 hereof, or such substitutes therefor as may be selected and designated in accordance with La. R.S. 18:1287, shall hold the said special election as herein provided, and shall make due returns of said election for the meeting of the Governing Authority to be held on Tuesday, August 7, 2007, as provided in Section 3 hereof. All registered voters in the District will be entitled to vote at the special election, and voting machines shall be used.
SECTION 6. Authorization of Officers. The Secretary of the Governing Authority is hereby empowered, authorized and directed to arrange for and to furnish to said election officers in ample time for the holding of said election, the necessary equipment, forms and other paraphernalia essential to the proper holding of said election and the President and/or Secretary of the Governing Authority are further authorized, empowered and directed to take any and all further action required by State and/or Federal law to arrange for the election, including but not limited to, appropriate submission to the Federal Department of Justice under Section 5 of the Federal Voting Rights Act of 1965, as amended.
SECTION 7. Furnishing Election Call to Election Officials. Certified copies of this resolution shall be forwarded to the Secretary of State, the Clerk of Court and Ex-Officio Parish Custodian of Voting Machines of Ouachita Parish and the Registrar of Voters of Ouachita Parish, as notification of the special election, in order that each may prepare for said election and perform their respective functions as required by law.
SECTION 8. Application to State Bond Commission. Application is made to the State Bond Commission for consent and authority to hold the special election as herein provided, and in the event said election carries for further consent and authority to issue, sell and deliver the bonds provided for therein. A certified copy of this resolution shall be forwarded to the State Bond Commission on behalf of this Governing Authority, together with a letter requesting the prompt consideration and approval of this application.
By virtue of applicant/issuer’s application for, acceptance and utilization of the benefits of the Louisiana State Bond Commission’s approval(s) resolved and set forth herein, it resolves that it understands and agrees that such approval(s) are expressly conditioned upon, and it further resolves that it understands, agrees and binds itself, its successors and assigns to, full and continuing compliance with the “State Bond Commission Policy on Approval of Proposed Use of Swaps, or other forms of Derivative Products Hedges, Etc.”, adopted by the Commission on July 20, 2006, as to the borrowing(s) and other matter(s) subject to the approval(s), including subsequent application and approval under said Policy of the implementation or use of any swap(s) or other product(s) or enhancement(s) covered thereby.
SECTION 9. Employment of Bond Counsel. A real necessity is hereby found for the employment of special counsel in connection with the issuance of the aforesaid bonds, and accordingly Foley & Judell, L.L.P., Bond Counsel, are hereby employed and requested to do and perform comprehensive legal and coordinate professional work with respect to the issuance of the aforesaid bonds of the District for the purposes stated hereinabove. Said Bond Counsel shall prepare and submit to this Governing Authority for adoption all of the proceedings incidental to the authorization, issuance, sale and delivery of the bonds, shall counsel and advise this Governing Authority as to the issuance and sale of the bonds, and shall furnish their opinion covering the legality of the issuance thereof. The fee of special bond counsel in connection with the issuance of the aforesaid bonds of the District is hereby fixed at a sum not to exceed the maximum fee allowed by the Attorney General's fee guidelines for comprehensive legal and coordinate professional services in the issuance of general obligation bonds, based on the amount of said bonds actually issued, sold, delivered and paid for, plus "out-of-pocket" expenses. Bond Counsel fees may be paid from the proceeds of said bonds and shall be contingent upon the issuance, sale and delivery of said bonds. Pursuant to instructions from the President of the Governing Authority, Foley & Judell, L.L.P. shall also assist in the preparation of an official statement containing detailed and comprehensive financial and statistical data required with respect to the sale of the aforesaid bonds; and the costs of the preparation and printing of such official statement may be paid from the proceeds of the issue for which it has been prepared. Said official statement shall be submitted to such nationally recognized bond rating service or services as may be recommended by Bond Counsel, together with a request that an appropriate rating be assigned. Payment for all ratings shall be made by the Secretary, upon presentation of appropriate statements from the particular rating services furnishing the ratings. A certified copy of this resolution shall be submitted to the Attorney General of the State of Louisiana for his written approval of said employment and of the fee herein designated, and the Secretary is hereby empowered and directed to make payment to said Bond Counsel in payment of the fees herein provided for under the conditions herein enumerated.
This resolution having been submitted to a vote, the vote thereon was as follows:
YEA; Jack White, Scott Robinson, A.R. Sims, Jerry R. Hicks, John L. Russell, Carey Walker, J. Phillip Odom
And the resolution was declared adopted on this, the 17th day of April, 2007.
/s/ Robert Webber, secretary
/s/ Jack White, president
EXHIBIT "A"
NOTICE OF SPECIAL ELECTION
Pursuant to the provisions of a resolution adopted by the Parish School Board of the Parish of Ouachita, State of Louisiana (the "Governing Authority"), acting as the governing authority of the East Ouachita Parish School District of the Parish of Ouachita, State of Louisiana (the "District"), on April 17, 2007, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a special election will be held within the District on SATURDAY, JULY 21, 2007, and that at the said election there will be submitted to all registered voters in the District qualified and entitled to vote at the said election under the Constitution and Laws of the State of Louisiana and the Constitution of the United States, the following proposition, to-wit:
PROPOSITION
EAST OUACHITA PARISH SCHOOL DISTRICT PROPOSITION
PROPOSITION
(BONDS)
SUMMARY: AUTHORITY TO ISSUE NOT EXCEEDING $29,785,000 OF 25 YEAR GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS OF THE DISTRICT FOR ACQUIRING AND/OR IMPROVING LANDS FOR BUILDING SITES AND PLAYGROUNDS; INCLUDING CONSTRUCTION OF NECESSARY SIDEWALKS AND STREETS ADJACENT THERETO; PURCHASING, ERECTING AND/OR IMPROVING SCHOOL BUILDINGS AND OTHER SCHOOL RELATED FACILITIES WITHIN AND FOR THE DISTRICT, INCLUDING, TO THE EXTENT FEASIBLE, THOSE SPECIFIC SCHOOL PROJECTS SET FORTH IN THE “CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PLAN” APPROVED BY THE OUACHITA PARISH SCHOOL BOARD ON APRIL 17, 2007, AND ACQUIRING THE NECESSARY EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHINGS THEREFOR, TITLE TO WHICH SHALL BE IN THE PUBLIC, SAID BONDS TO BE PAYABLE FROM AD VALOREM TAXES.
Shall East Ouachita Parish School District of the Parish of Ouachita, State of Louisiana (the “District”), incur debt and issue bonds not exceeding Twenty Nine Million Seven Hundred Eighty Five Thousand Dollars ($29,785,000), in one or more series, to run twenty-five (25) years from date thereof, with interest at a rate not exceeding eight per centum (8%) per annum, for the purpose of acquiring and/or improving lands for building sites and playgrounds; including construction of necessary sidewalks and streets adjacent thereto; purchasing, erecting and/or improving school buildings and other school related facilities within and for the District, INCLUDING, TO THE EXTENT FEASIBLE, THOSE SPECIFIC SCHOOL PROJECTS SET FORTH IN THE “CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PLAN” APPROVED BY THE OUACHITA PARISH SCHOOL BOARD ON APRIL 17, 2007, and acquiring the necessary equipment and furnishings therefor, title to which shall be in the public; which bonds will be general obligations of the District and will be payable from ad valorem taxes to be levied and collected in the manner provided by Article VI, Section 33 of the Constitution of the State of Louisiana of 1974 and statutory authority supplemental thereto?
The said special election will be held at the following polling places situated within the District, which polls will open at six o'clock (6:00) a.m., and close at eight o'clock (8:00) p.m., in accordance with the provisions of La. R.S. 18:541, to-wit:
POLLING PLACES:PRECINCT, LOCATION
01: (IN PART) Ouachita Christian School, 7065 Hwy. 165 N
02: Sterlington Recreation Center, 709 Frances Avenue
03: (IN PART) Jack Hayes School, 3631 Old Sterlington Road
04: (IN PART) Ouachita Christian School, 7065 Hwy. 165 N
05: (IN PART) Osterland Recreational Center, 710 Holland Drive
06: Swartz Recreation Center, 701 Lincoln Hill Drive
07: (IN PART) Swartz Recreation Center, 701 Lincoln Hill Drive
08: (IN PART) Louise Williams Library, 140 Bayou Oaks Drive
09: Ouachita High School, 681 Hwy. 594
09A: (IN PART) Ouachita High School, 681 Hwy. 594
10: (IN PART) Ouachita Parish Courthouse, 300 Saint John Street
13: (IN PART) Benoit Recreation Center, 1700 Oaklawn Drive
14: (IN PART) Benoit Recreation Center, 1700 Oaklawn Drive
15: (IN PART) Henrietta Johnson Recreation Center, 2800 Burg Jones Lane
16: (IN PART) Emily P. Robinson Recreation Center, 3504 Jackson Street
17: (IN PART) Emily P. Robinson Recreation Center, 3504 Jackson Street
18: Richwood Town Hall, 363 Brown Road
19: (IN PART) Robinson Elementary School, 5101 Burg Jones Lane
20: Shady Grove Elementary School, 2204 Ticheli Road
21: (IN PART) Shady Grove Elementary School, 2204 Ticheli Road
24: (IN PART) MW Prince Hall Grand Masonic Lodge, 5500 Hwy. 165 Bypass
25: Prairie Road Water District, 2176 Prairie Road
26: Prairie Road Water District, 2176 Prairie Road
61: (IN PART) American Legion Hall, 401 Forsythe Avenue
66: (IN PART) Sherrouse School, 300 Sherrouse Avenue
68: (IN PART) Ouachita Parish Jr. High School, 5500 Blanks Avenue
69: (IN PART) Carroll High School, 2939 Renwick Street
70: (IN PART) Lincoln Elementary School, 4200 Elm Street
72: (IN PART) Lakeshore Elementary School, 550 Balboa Drive
73: (IN PART) Masur Hall-ULM Campus, 4105 Bon Aire Drive
75: (IN PART) St. Alban’s Episcopal Church, 2816 Deborah Drive
76: (IN PART) Saul Adler Recreation Center, 3900 Westminister Avenue
79: (IN PART) Lincoln Elementary School, 4200 Elm Street
A few of these precincts have no parish voters but must be listed.
The polling places set forth above are hereby designated as the polling places at which to hold the said election, and the Commissioners-in-Charge and Commissioners, respectively, shall be those persons designated according to law.
The said special election will be held in accordance with the applicable provisions of Chapter 5 and Chapter 6-A of Title 18 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, as amended, and other constitutional and statutory authority, and the officers appointed to hold the said election, as provided in this Notice of Special Election, or such substitutes therefor as may be selected and designated in accordance with La. R.S. 18:1287, will make due returns thereof to said Governing Authority, and NOTICE IS HEREBY FURTHER GIVEN that the Governing Authority will meet at its regular meeting place, the Parish School Board Office, Monroe, Louisiana, on TUESDAY, AUGUST 7, 2007, at SIX O'CLOCK (6:00) P.M., and shall then and there in open and public session proceed to examine and canvass the returns and declare the result of the said special election. All registered voters of the District are entitled to vote at said special election and voting machines will be used.
THUS DONE AND SIGNED at Monroe, Louisiana, on this, the 17th day of April, 2007.
ATTEST:
Jack White, president
Robert Webber, secretary
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STATE OF LOUISIANA
PARISH OF OUACHITA
FOURTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT
Be it known that on this Friday, March 30, 2007, pursuant to an order of the court dated March 12, 2007, we the undersigned members of the Jury Commission in and for said Parish and State, namely Sydney Cameron, Sharon Taylor, Pamela Higgins Saulsberry and EJ Sievers duly and legally appointed and sworn to law, a quorum being present, assembled at the Clerk’s Office in the Courthouse, at Monroe, Louisiana, together with W.J. Bill Hodge, Clerk of Court and a member of said commission, and did then and there perform the duties prescribed by law in the manner following, to-wit: The Court ordered the drawing of 175 jurors to serve as Petit Jurors for the term of Court beginning Tuesday, May 29, 2007.
The names having been drawn by a computer indiscriminately and by lot as provided for by C.Cr.P.Art 416.1, are as follows:
Allen, Cynthia Gayle; PO Box 1981 West Monroe
Anderson, Mary; 3103 Alabama St Monroe
Armstrong, Christopher Aaron; 129 Jennifer Ln 2 Monroe
Aswell, Erik Ryne; 148 Barr Ln West Monroe
Barbara, Christopher James; 221 Peach Tree Dr West Monroe
Barrett, Deanna; 134 Lisa Ln West Monroe
Bass, Audrey; 1615 Wellerman Rd 605 West Monroe
Baxter, Erin Kimball; 1217 Trenton St 6A West Monroe
Beckwith, Betty B; 109 Gordon Park Dr Monroe
Bedoit, Eugene Julius Jr; 638 Swartz Fairbanks Rd Monroe
Bell, Brandon Lonnie; 208 Carter Dr West Monroe
Bennett, Ellen Wiedmann; 104 Stephen Dr West Monroe
Bledsoe, Jeffery Lynn; 112 Silver Leaf Trl West Monroe
Boddie, Hazel M; 103 Diel Rd Calhoun
Bordelon, Thomas Daniel; 2911 River Oaks Dr Monroe
Bower, Louis E Jr; 2108 Wellerman Rd West Monroe
Boyd, Jack D; 804 Wallace Dean Rd West Monroe
Broadnax, Larry Wayne; 209 Idaho Dr Monroe
Brown, Lillie G; 6422 Mosswood Dr Monroe
Bryant, Juanita D; 316 Pargoud Dr Monroe
Burgess, John Carr Mrs; 2110 Island Dr Monroe
Calloway, Kimberly N; 106 Margie Dr West Monroe
Canady, Don Clifton; 145 Morgan Hare Rd Monroe
Cannon, Margaret McDonald; 3409 Loop Rd Monroe
Caples, Alicia Marie; 1653 Strozier Rd West Monroe
Carkeet, Wendy May; 211 Angus Rd Ext Monroe
Chatham, Thomas W; 1918 Richard Dr Monroe
Chavis, Joel Martin; 1207 Trenton St 29B West Monroe
Chisolm, Jimmy E; 120 N Violet St West Monroe
Clark, Edward M; 303 Timberwood Dr Monroe
Clark, Leonard J; 3705 Lafayette St Monroe
Clark, Nora; 11094 Hwy 165 N; Sterlington
Clasby, Stacy Howard; 204 Bayside Dr West Monroe
Cummings, Johnny Mack; 425 Cummings Rd West Monroe
Cummins, Dottie Z; 906 Hicks St West Monroe
Currier, Camile W; 1538 Stubbs Vinson Rd Monroe
Daniel, Cynthia M; 112 Althea Dr Monroe
Davis, Julia Boyer; 143 Duff Rd Ext Monroe
Dear, James B; 126 Fox Run West Monroe
Dison, Casey Lance; 434 Paige Cir Sterlington
Dobbs, Debra Aubrey; 1007 Meadowbrook Dr West Monroe
Domonkos, Scott Brian; 2115 Oliver Rd Monroe
Dossett, Rubye H; 2017 Spencer Ave Monroe
Duncan, Elizabeth P; 1501 Olive St Monroe
Eason, Kathleen W; 3514 Bon Aire Dr Monroe
Edgar, David L Jr; 105 Timber Ridge Dr Monroe
Elder, Huldia; 105 Rair St Monroe
Engram, Samantha Chenoa; 304 Selman Dr 120 Monroe
Evans, Carl C; 101 Shorewood Dr West Monroe
Everett, Brian D; 625 Stadium Dr 15 Monroe
Farrell, Eugene R Jr; 123 Princess Dr Monroe
Ferchaud, Christopher James; 7110 Cypress St 1 West Monroe
Foote, Pauline R; 300 Harrison St 910 Monroe
Ford, Keith Darren; 107 Holland Dr Monroe
Franks, Lanny A; 409 Sandal St West Monroe
Frazier, Harley Ray; PO Box 448 Calhoun
French, Ruby Nell; 533 Hickory Bend Rd West Monroe
Futch, Linda Griggs; 1804 Townhouse Dr D Monroe
Garner, Linda K; 110 Pam Dr West Monroe
Gibson, Matthew Aaron; 1011 Hilton St Monroe
Godwin, Lori Lynne; 135 N Parkdale Dr West Monroe
Griffin, Agnes Burgess; 100 Pinewood Dr West Monroe
Griffin, Michael Devon; 802 S 8th St Monroe
Grissom, Reuben; 6304 Diamond Head Dr Monroe
Gross, Dustin Daniel; 1447 Brownlee Rd Calhoun
Hall, Alex Terell; 302 Haynes St West Monroe
Hall, Carla D; 802 Louise Anne Ave Monroe
Hammett, Winford David; 3020 W Deborah Dr Monroe
Hargrove, Lila Godwin; 919 Hodge Watson Rd Calhoun
Harris, Susie; 1004 Columbia Ave Monroe
Hart, Neal B; 815 Bryant St Monroe
Hawthorne, Melissa Goings; 115 Edinburg Dr West Monroe
Hendricks, Ricky D; 2802 N 8th St West Monroe
Hernandez, Carnelsa; 1513 S 10th St Monroe
Heyward, Tony Thomas; 21 Elmwood Dr Monroe
Hicks, Cynthia Renee; 5000 Hwy 165 Bypass 2 Monroe
Hicks, Vera; 3706 White St Monroe
Hoff, Joe A; 210 Paula Dr West Monroe
Hoffman, Susan Gilliam; 305 Tupawek Dr West Monroe
Hogan, Rodney Wayne; 2065 Hwy 594 Monroe
Hollaway, Jennifer Ann; 113 Lakewood Dr West Monroe
Holman, Timothy James; 137 Wuichai Rd Monroe
Hunter, Shannon Gayle; 3705 Lionel St Monroe
Jackson, Lynette M; 1113 Bennie Breece St West Monroe
Jackson, Marie Delois; 178 Woodward Rd Columbia
Johnson, Bertina Nicole; 2305 Oak St Monroe
Johnson, Henry P; 505 D'Arbonne Ave Monroe
Joiner, Billy Jack III; 743 Bayou Shores Dr Monroe
Jones, Gloria A; 117 Oscar Rd West Monroe
Jones, Krystle Lynnell; 1609 Sunset Dr Monroe
Jones, Patricia; 114 Lacy Dr West Monroe
Jordan, Chiquetta Antionette; 110 Jerald Dr Monroe
Koons, Norma Lynn; 1008 Park Ave Monroe
LeBlanc, Virginia C; 2701 Blue Water Ln Monroe
Lee, Phyllis D; 2804 Maddox St Monroe
Lenard, David W; 416 River Rd West Monroe
Livingston, Gabe Stuart; 301 Tupelo Dr West Monroe
Lobello, Jenny Nicole; 113 Hardwood Dr West Monroe
Luttrell, Glenn Ellis; 1717 N 7th St West Monroe
Majeska, Brent Warren; PO Box 1674 West Monroe
Manuel, Michelle J; 1401 McKeen Pl 107 Monroe
May, Katie Ann Sims; 612 Felix Bamburg Rd West Monroe
May, Sharelle Ladon; 801 S 5th St Monroe
McNeal, Horace Wheeler; 85 Quail Ridge Dr Monroe
Meade, James W; 120 Weldon Rd West Monroe
Meseke, Gordon Jay; 1312 Roselawn Ave Monroe
Metz, Ricky Dwain; 219 Sun Valley Dr Monroe
Michel, Betty Sue Sherrill; 171 Trichel Ln 4 Monroe
Moore, Casey Renee; 1401 University Ave Monroe
Morgan, Annaliesa Patton; 538 Lakeside Dr Monroe
Neel, Cassie Michelle; 800 Filhiol Ave Monroe
Nolan, William Bradford; 601 K St Monroe
Oliver, Dora Garnetta; 461 Wheeler Rd Monroe
Owens, Jameslynn Vangorham; 5505 Conrad Dr Monroe
Parker, Jeremy A; 295 Connie Lynne Dr Monroe
Parker, Verdie L; 1671 Caples Rd West Monroe
Paschal, Arthur William; 970 Cheniere Drew Rd West Monroe
Pate, Nina J; 1510 Spencer Ave Monroe
Perry, Mary W; 77 Perry Rd Monroe
Powell, Doneshia Dena; 118 Carter Dr Monroe
Powell, Edgar Barron; 1804 Sherwood Ave Monroe
Price, Lori Suzanne; 300 Warren Dr 603 West Monroe
Prickett, Sharon Audirsch; 704 Bayou Shores Monroe
Putnam, Russell; 207 Belmont Dr West Monroe
Rawls, Melanie P; 3813 Harvester Dr Monroe
Rayford, Alfred George; 3113 Gordon Ave Monroe
Redl; Joyce E; 212 Riverbend Dr West Monroe
Reese, Terkessa Kenyatte; 200 Jason Dr Monroe
Renfrow, Carolyn D; 2400 N 9th St West Monroe
Rinesmith, Jacqueline O; 300 Warren Dr 1006 West Monroe
Risley, Martin Cary Jr; 4326 Belle Terre Dr Monroe
Rittenhouse, Thurman L; 1077 Stubbs Vinson Rd Monroe
Roberts, Freddy S; 132 KNOE Tower Rd West Monroe
Robinson, Keyana Denise; 1020 Killoden Dr Monroe
Rodgers, Kenyatta Lasha; 1110 Ben Franklin Dr Monroe
Rosenberg, Jessica Rae; 2809 Deborah Dr Monroe
Russell, Lou Ellen Rhodes; 1508 Elizabeth St West Monroe
Sanford, Amber Nicole; 187 Antley Rd West Monroe
Seale, John T; 2405 Jasmine St Monroe
Shepherd, George Stigler III; 206 Vail Dr Monroe
Shows, Rhonda Kay; 363 Music Rd Monroe
Simpson, Anna E; 249 Britton Rd Calhoun
Skipper, Yvonne L; 2395 Brownlee Rd Calhoun
Smith, Angela Carol; 1101 Milliken Dr Monroe
Smith, Angela E; 336 Woodale Dr 2 Monroe
Smith, Bessie Leeton; 100 Ridgeway Dr West Monroe
Smith, Carrie; 3015 Pearl St Monroe
Smith, Courtney L; 106 S 1st St Monroe
Stout, Donna Wright; 206 Preston Rd West Monroe
Strang, Scott Edward; 178 Roberts Rd West Monroe
Stuart, Stacy; 230 Lilac St West Monroe
Thompson, Sarah Elizabeth; 513 Hudson Ln Monroe
Toliver, Catherine; 806 Florida St Monroe
Tolliver, Tiffany L; 901 Orange St Monroe
Toney, James William; 335 Kendall Ridge Dr West Monroe
Turner, Gregory L; 103 Crestwood Dr Monroe
Tyler, Calvin T; PO Box 26 Calhoun
Wainwright, Martha M; 102 Fernwood Dr West Monroe
Waldo, Jody Lowery; 3002 John Cole Pl Monroe
Wallace, James Foster; 2611 Birchwood Dr Monroe
Warner, Joseph Donald; 2809 LaSalle St Monroe
Washington, Allen Jr; 316 Atkinson St Monroe
Washington, Margaret Lee; 238 Scott Rd Monroe
Watts, Jeanette B; 23 Chauvin Dr Monroe
Williams, Knia Shattlet Harpe; 213 Harding Dr Monroe
Williams, Marcus R; 1110 S 1st St Monroe
Williams, Travis Derell; 116 Dellwood Dr Monroe
Willis, Ira Paul; PO Box 310 Monroe
Wilmore, Alice Mae; 100 Rowan Cir 5B Monroe
Wilson, Ashley Nicole; 205 Knoll Creek Cir West Monroe
Woodard, Sandy Wade; 104 Duncan Cir West Monroe
Wylie, George S; 2904 N 12th St West Monroe
Yang, Chen Fu; 2505 Rosedale Dr Monroe
Yearby, Joe Sampson; 111 Evers Dr Monroe
Young, Judy Ann; 701 S 11th St Monroe
The slips containing the names of persons listed were then placed in a separate envelope, which was then sealed and the words JURY written theron and placed in said box labeled “JURY BOX.” The jury box and the General Venire Box were then locked and sealed and delivered to the custody of the Clerk of said Court, subject to the orders of Court.
In testimony, all of which we hereunto subscribe our names on the the 30th day of March, 2007, at Monroe Louisiana.
signed, Jury commissioners: Pamela Higgins Saulsberry, Sharon Taylor, Sydney Cameron and EJ Sievers
I W.J. Bill Hodge, Clerk of Court, hereby certify that all of the members of the Jury Commission were duly summoned to attend this meeting as will appear from the sheriff’s returns endorsed on said summons, as on file in my office. Signed, W.J. Bill Hodge, Clerk of Court.
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PROCEEDINGS OF THE POLICE JURY, PARISH OF OUACHITA, STATE OF LOUISIANA, TAKEN AT A REGULAR MEETING HELD ON MONDAY, MARCH 5, 2007 AT SIX FIFTY-NINE (6:59) P.M.
The Police Jury of the Parish of Ouachita, State of Louisiana met in regular and legal session in the Ouachita Parish Police Jury Meeting Room, Courthouse Building, Monroe, Louisiana, on Monday, March 5, 2007 at 6:59 p.m. and was duly convened by Mr. Walt Caldwell, IV, President, who stated that the Police Jury was ready for the transaction of business.
Mr. Caldwell welcomed everyone to the Police Jury meeting.
Invocation was given by Mr. Leonard Tims. Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was led by Mr. Leonard Tims.
Members present: (6)
Mr. Paul Hargrove, District A
Mr. Mack Calhoun, District B
Mr. Walt Caldwell, District C
Mr. Dorth Blade, District D
Ms. Kim Golden, District E
Mr. King Dawson, District F
Members absent: (0)
Motion was offered by Mr. Hargrove, seconded by Mr. Blade to adopt the Minutes of the Regular Police Jury meeting held on February 5, 2007.
Motion adopted. No opposition. Ms. Golden abstained.
Motion was offered by Mr. Hargrove, seconded by Mr. Caldwell to adopt the Minutes of the Regular Police Jury meeting held on February 20, 2007.
Motion adopted. No opposition. Ms. Golden abstained.
The President recognized Mr. James Poe, 121 Camp Drive, West Monroe, President of the Board of Commissioners of Keep Ouachita Parish Beautiful, who spoke regarding the huge litter problem in Ouachita Parish. Mr. Poe read a “letter to the editor” that a Tennessee resident had written about the amount of litter and trash along the roads and highways in Ouachita Parish.
Mr. Poe stated that a solution to the litter problem would be to have inmates out on a daily basis picking up trash along the road sides and ditches, and that he asked for help from both local and state levels.
Mr. Dawson, Mr. Caldwell, and Mr. Blade spoke regarding the litter problem.
Mr. Caldwell stated that a study has currently been commissioned by the City of West Monroe at ULM and that the City of West Monroe has expended approximately $10,000.00 toward this study. Mr. Caldwell asked the Police Jury to consider paying one-third toward these costs to try and take a coordinated parishwide approach to this particular issue.
Mr. Dawson stated that a resolution would be offered in support of Mr. Poe’s efforts and that the resolution would be forwarded to the Governor and to the Legislative Delegation of the State of Louisiana.
Mr. Caldwell stated that representatives of the Monroe Garden Club has asked that they be taken off the agenda at this time.
The President CONVENED a Public Hearing as to the proposed Adjudicated Property Ordinance. No one appeared to speak on behalf of or against the proposed ordinance.
Motion was offered by Mr. Hargrove, seconded by Ms. Golden to close the Public Hearing.
Motion adopted. No opposition.
The President CLOSED the Public Hearing.
The following Department Heads presented status reports to the Police Jury:
CODE ENFORCEMENT: Cpl. Wayne Heckford
FIRE DEPARTMENT: Chief Pat Hemphill, Fire Chief
GREEN OAKS: Mr. Mike Rhodes, Director
HOUSING: Ms. Peggy Steele, Director
LAJET: Mr. Leonard Tims, Director
MOSQUITO CONTROL: Dr. Cole Church, Director
WORKFORCE INVESTMENT: Ms. Doretha Bennett, Director
Ms. Bennett requested approval of the Consulting Services Contract, including Attachment A, between Kip Stottlemyer of Kip Stottlemyer Associates and Ouachita Parish, in the amount of $14,125.00 for the redesign of One Stop.
Motion was offered by Mr. Dawson, seconded by Ms. Golden to approve the Consulting Services Contract, including Attachment A, between Kip Stottlemyer of Kip Stottlemyer Associates and Ouachita Parish, in the amount of $14,125.00 for the redesign of One Stop.
Motion adopted. No opposition.
Ms. Bennett requested approval to accept the Agreement between the State of Louisiana, Department of Social Services, Office of Family Support and Workforce Investment Board dated January 1, 2007 in the amount of $280,000.00 for Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) No. 93,558.
After discussion, motion was offered by Mr. Dawson, seconded by Ms. Golden to approve acceptance of the Agreement between the State of Louisiana, Department of Social Services, Office of Family Support and Workforce Investment Board dated January 1, 2007 in the amount of $280,000.00 for Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) No. 93,558, as recommended by Ms. Bennett.
Motion adopted. No opposition. Mr. Caldwell abstained.
Motion was offered by Mr. Hargrove, seconded by Mr. Dawson to adopt the Minutes of the Ouachita Parish Police Jury Finance Committee Meeting held on February 20, 2007.
Motion adopted. No opposition. Mr. Caldwell and Ms. Golden abstained.
The following Ordinance was offered for Final Adoption by Mr. Hargrove, seconded by Mr. Caldwell:
ORDINANCE NO. 8859
AN ORDINANCE REVOKING THE RIGHT-OF-WAY KNOWN AS “JOHNSON ROAD EXTENSION”; PROVIDING FOR A PUBLIC HEARING; AND FURTHER PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO.
WHEREAS, by way of an instrument filed in the Conveyance Records of Ouachita Parish at Plat Book 16, Page 29, the Ouachita Parish Police Jury accepted the dedication of a 60’ wide road right-of-way in Section 11, T-18-N, R-2-E, bearing the designation “Johnson Road Extension”; and,
WHEREAS, the Ouachita Parish Police Jury has never constructed a public road in the above-describe “Johnson Road Extension” right-of-way;
WHEREAS, the Ouachita Parish Police Jury finds that the revocation of the above-described “Johnson Road Extension” right-of –way is in the public interest;
NOW, THEREFORE:
BE IT ORDAINED by the Ouachita Parish Police Jury in legal and regular session that the “Johnson Road Extension” right-of-way as described more particularly hereinabove be, and it is hereby, revoked;
BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that servitudes be, and hereby are, reserved for ingress, egress and utilities of adjoining property owners, said servitudes to be equal in width and length to the width and length of the “Johnson Road Extension” right-of-way being revoked herein.
BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that Notice of this proposed revocation of the “Johnson Road Extension” right-of-way shall be published in the Official Journal of the Ouachita Parish Police Jury on December 14, 2006 and December 21, 2006 and that a Public Hearing shall be held in the Police Jury Meeting Room, Second Floor, Ouachita Parish Courthouse, 300 St. John Street, Monroe, Louisiana on Monday, January 8, 2007 at 6:30 p.m. to hear comments from all interested parties as to the proposed revocation.
The above Ordinance was introduced on the 4th day of December, 2006.
The Ordinance was submitted to a rollcall vote, and the vote thereon was as follows:
YEAS: (6) Mr. Paul Hargrove, District A; Mr. Mack Calhoun, District B; Mr. Walt Caldwell, District C; Mr. Dorth Blade, District D; Ms. Kim Golden, District E; and Mr. King Dawson, District F.
NAYS: (0)
ABSTAIN:(0)
ABSENT: (0)
The above Ordinance was adopted on the 5th day of March, 2007.
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Motion was offered by Mr. Hargrove, seconded by Mr. Dawson and Mr. Calhoun to appoint Mr. Rodney Lloyd, 522 Kendall Ridge Drive, West Monroe, Louisiana 71292 to the Board of Directors of the Ward Five Healthcare Foundation, being the nominee by Juror from District A.
Motion adopted. No opposition.
Mr. Caldwell spoke regarding funding for Litter Abatement.
Motion was offered by Mr. Caldwell, seconded by Mr. Calhoun to approve funding of up to $3,333.33 for a study conducted at ULM that has been commissioned by the City of West Monroe for a parishwide effort to help control litter, subject to verification of documentation that the scope of the study would be parishwide.
Motion adopted. No opposition.
Motion was offered by Mr. Caldwell, seconded unanimously to proclaim the week of March 4-10, 2007 as “Junior Miss Week” in Ouachita Parish.
Motion adopted. No opposition.
Motion was offered by Mr. Caldwell, seconded by Mr. Hargrove to appoint Mr. Blake Wheelis, 205 Bayside Drive, West Monroe, Louisiana 71291 to the Board of Directors of Ward Five Healthcare Foundation, being the nominee by Juror from District C.
Motion adopted. No opposition.
The following Resolution was offered by Mr. Caldwell, seconded by Mr. Hargrove:
RESOLUTION NO. 07-15
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE ASSESSOR OF OUACHITA PARISH TO COORDINATE WITH THE ASSESSORS OF OTHER PARISHES IN RETAINING COUNSEL TO REPRESENT THE ASSESSORS IN LITIGATION REGARDING THE ASSESSMENT OF CERTAIN PIPELINES; AND FURTHER PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO.
WHEREAS, there is on-going litigation over the assessment and ad valorem taxation of certain pipeline property located in Ouachita Parish and the Assessor and Sheriff have been named as defendants in the following suits and/or proceedings:
Texas Eastern Transmission Corp., et al v. Louisiana Tax Commission, et al — Suit No. 01-0253, 4th Judicial District Court
Reliant Energy Arkla, et al v. Louisiana Tax Commission, et al — Suite No. 02-0185, 4th Judicial District Court
Texas Gas Transmission Corp., et al v. Louisiana Tax Commission, et al — Suit No. 02-0181, 4th Judicial District Court
Transcontinental Gas Pipeline Corp. v. Louisiana Tax Commission, et al — Suit No. 491,194 c/w 491,250, 19th Judicial District Court
Centerpoint Energy Gas Transmission Co. v. Louisiana Tax Commission, et al — Suit No. 503,908, 19th Judicial District Court
Centerpoint Energy Gas Transmission Co. v. Louisiana Tax Commission, et al — Suit No. 516,576, 19th Judicial District Court
Centerpoint Energy Gas Transmission Co. v. Louisiana Tax Commission, et al — Suit No. 528,767, 19th Judicial District Court
Centerpoint Energy Gas Transmission Co. v. Louisiana Tax Commission, et al — Suit No. 540,102, 19th Judicial District Court
Centerpoint Mississippi River Transmission Corp. v. Louisiana Tax Commission, et al — Suit No. 503,907, 19th Judicial District Court
Centerpoint Mississippi River Transmission Corp. v. Louisiana Tax Commission, et al — Suit No. 516,577, 19th Judicial District Court
Centerpoint Mississippi River Transmission Corp v. Louisiana Tax Commission, et al — Suit No. 528,765, 19th Judicial District Court
Centerpoint Mississippi River Transmission Corp. v. Louisiana Tax Commission, et al — Suit No. 540,103, 19th Judicial District Court
ANR Pipeline Co. v. Louisiana Tax Commission, et al — Suit No. 528,555, 19th Judicial District Court
ANR Pipeline Co. v. Louisiana Tax Commission, et al — Suit No. 539,825, 19th Judicial District Court
ANR Pipeline Co. v. Louisiana Tax Commission, et al — Suit No. 551,243, 19th Judicial District Court
Southern Natural Gas Co. v. Louisiana Tax Commission, et al — Suit No. 528,556, 19th Judicial District Court
Southern Natural Gas Co. v. Louisiana Tax Commission, et al — Suit No. 539,827, 19th Judicial District Court
Southern Natural Gas Co. v. Louisiana Tax Commission, et al — Suit No. 551,245, 19th Judicial District Court
Tennessee Gas Pipeline Co. v. Louisiana Tax Commission, et al — Suit No. 528,554, 19th Judicial District Court
Tennessee Gas Pipeline Co. v. Louisiana Tax Commission, et al — Suit No. 539,828, 19th Judicial District Court
Tennessee Gas Pipeline Co. v. Louisiana Tax Commission, et al — Suit No. 551,247, 19th Judicial District Court
WHEREAS, as this litigation proceeds it has become necessary for the Assessor to defend the assessments in legal proceedings
WHEREAS, such a defense will necessitate the Assessor and Sheriff contracting with legal counsel;
WHEREAS, in an effort to limit the costs of such legal counsel, which cost is ordinarily borne proportionately by the ad Valorem taxing bodies in this Parish, the Assessor intends on engaging legal counsel on a contingency fee basis, with any fees coming only from any additional taxes collected as a result of the new assessments of the above referenced tax payers; and
WHEREAS, the Parish of Ouachita will benefit from the collection of any additional ad valorem taxes collected with the assistance of the legal counsel contracted by the Assessor.
NOW, THEREFORE:
BE IT RESOLVED by the Ouachita Parish Police Jury in a duly called open meeting does hereby authorize the Assessor to engage BRIAN A. EDDINGTON, Attorney at Law, as legal counsel for its benefit on a contingency fee basis, not to exceed 10% of the additional taxes, interest and penalties collected for its benefit pursuant to the decision of the Louisiana Tax Commission in the above referenced proceedings or by judgment of a reviewing Court and does hereby obligate and encumber an amount not to exceed 10% of the additional taxes, interest and penalties collected for its benefit for the payment of said legal fees.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED by the Ouachita Parish Police Jury that the Assessor and/or the Ad Valorem Tax Collector of Ouachita Parish be and are hereby authorized to pay said legal fees to the legal counsel contracted by the Assessor to provide legal services in the above referenced matters prior to or contemporaneously with the disbursal of any additional taxes, interest and penalties.
The above Resolution adopted on the 5th day of March, 2007.
Motion was offered by Mr. Blade, seconded by Mr. Hargrove to adopt the Minutes of the Personnel Committee Meeting held on February 5, 2007.
Motion adopted. No opposition.
The following Ordinance was offered for Final Adoption by Mr. Blade, seconded by Mr. Dawson:
ORDINANCE NO. 8864
AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING A UNIFORM POLICY FOR ESTABLISHING THE SALES PRICE OF ADJUDICATED PROPERTY SOLD PURSUANT TO LA. R.S. 2862 – 2881 AND LA. R.S. 33:4720.41 – 4720.49 ; AND FURTHER PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO.
WHEREAS, the Ouachita Parish Police Jury recognizes that abandoned immovable property adjudicated to the Ouachita Parish Police Jury, as the parish governing authority, for non-payment of taxes should in most instances be returned to private ownership and placed back into commerce;
WHEREAS, in an effort to control urban blight the Louisiana Legislature has adopted statutory mechanisms to allow local governments to more readily sell or otherwise dispose of abandoned property that has been adjudicated to local government for non-payment of taxes;
WHEREAS, the Ouachita Parish Police Jury finds that it is in the public interest to establish a uniform policy for establishing the sales prices of adjudicated property sold pursuant to LA. R.S. 2862 – 2881 AND LA. R.S. 33:4720.41 – 4720.49 allowing the Ouachita Parish Police Jury to sell such properties other than through judicial or Sheriff’s sale;
NOW, THEREFORE:
BE IT ORDAINED by the Ouachita Parish Police Jury in legal and regular session that the sales price for adjudicated properties sold in accordance with LA. R.S. 2862 – 2881 AND LA. R.S. 33:4720.41 – 4720.49 shall not be less than the lesser of: the total amount for which the property was adjudicated, including all interest, costs, penalties, and the amount of any state, parish, city, levee district charges and all subsequent taxes and paving or other local improvement or code enforcement charges; or,
two-thirds of the appraised value, if an appraisal has been obtained;
The above Ordinance was introduced on the 5th day of February, 2007.
The Ordinance was submitted to a rollcall vote, and the vote thereon was as follows:
YEAS: (6) Mr. Paul Hargrove, District A; Mr. Mack Calhoun, District B; Mr. Walt Caldwell, District C; Mr. Dorth Blade, District D; Ms. Kim Golden, District E; and Mr. King Dawson, District F.
NAYS: (0)
ABSTAIN: (0)
ABSENT: (0)
The above Ordinance was adopted on the 5th day of March, 2007.
Ms. Golden deferred discussion and action on the cooperative endeavor agreement with Northeast Louisiana Economic Alliance to the March 19, 2007 Regular Police Jury agenda.
Ms. Golden asked that the At-Large appointment to the Ward Five Healthcare Foundation be placed on the March 19, 2007 Regular Police Jury agenda.
Mr. Dawson deferred items one, litter control efforts, and item two, providing financial assistance to the Monroe Garden Club for the Welcome Sign at Garrett Road Exit.
The following Resolution was offered by Mr. Dawson, seconded unanimously:
RESOLUTION NO. 07-16
A RESOLUTION REQUESTING THAT THE BOARD OF CONTROL OF THE OUACHITA PARISH PUBLIC LIBRARY PLACE A SIGN ON THE PROPERTY PURCHASED ON U. S. HIGHWAY 165 SOUTH IDENTIFYING SAID PROPERTY AS THE FUTURE HOME OF A NEW BRANCH OF THE OUACHITA PARISH PUBLIC LIBRARY; AND FURTHER PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO.
WHEREAS, the Ouachita Parish Police Jury has recently purchased property on U. S. Highway 165 South for the purpose of building a new branch of the Ouachita Parish Public Library; and
NOW, THEREFORE:
BE IT RESOLVED by the Ouachita Parish Police Jury in legal and regular session that the Board of Control of the Ouachita Parish Public Library be and hereby is requested to place a sign on said property identifying said property as the future home of a new branch of the Ouachita Parish Public Library.
The above Resolution adopted on the 5th day of March, 2007. No opposition.
At this point in the proceedings Mr. Dawson left the meeting.
The President recognized Mr. Brad Cammack, Treasurer. Mr. Cammack reported on basis points from Community Trust Bank.
The President recognized Mr. Jay B. Mitchell, Assistant District Attorney, who spoke concerning a request that had been received regarding payment or reimbursement for attorney’s fees in connection with the criminal case involving Mr. Dawson. Mr. Mitchell stated that he had provided the Jurors with legal memorandums and other documents related to that request. Mr. Mitchell asked how the Jurors wished to respond to the request.
Motion was offered by Ms. Golden, seconded by Mr. Blade to reimburse Mr. Dawson for attorney’s fees associated with the matter of “No. 03-F1337-4, State of Louisiana v. King S. Dawson, Fourth Judicial District Court” in the amount of $38,342.50 which is 219.1 hours at the rate of $175.00 per hour and which is based upon the Attorney General’s Opinion received by the Police Jury.
Motion adopted. Mr. Hargrove opposed. Mr. Caldwell opposed. Mr. Dawson was not present for the vote.
Mr. Mitchell reported on the update regarding the request to cap the water main in West Ouachita Industrial Park and stated that a quote had been received from Jabar and that it had been forwarded to Southern Apparatus.
Mr. Mitchell also reported on the status of the sale of land in West Ouachita Industrial Park and stated that an appraiser had been obtained as instructed at the February 20, 2007 Police Jury meeting, and he would hopefully have the appraisal at the March 19, 2007 Police Jury meeting. Mr. Mitchell reported that another buyer has expressed interest in trying to acquire a one (1) acre tract.
The President recognized Mr. Don Harrison, Consulting Engineer, who reported on the bids regarding the FY 2007 Pavement Striping Contract.
PURSUANT TO PUBLIC NOTICE bids were received at 10:00 a.m. on February 27, 2007 in the Office of the Secretary-Treasurer of the Ouachita Parish Police Jury for FY 2007 Pavement Striping Contract. Those present at the bid opening were Brad Cammack, Treasurer, Don Harrison, Consulting Engineer, and all interested parties. The bids were as follows, to-wit:
ITEM: FY 2007 PAVEMENT STRIPING CONTRACT
VENDOR/BID
Highway Graphics, Inc. $119,004.80
Pavement Markings Company, Div of Gulf Industries, Inc. Disqualified – No Bid Bond
Robbie Robinson, Inc. $170,633.65
Stars & Stripes Traffic Systems, LLC $131,683.05
RECOMMENDATION: Highway Graphics, Inc.
Motion was offered by Mr. Hargrove, seconded by Mr. Blade to accept the low bid of Highway Graphics, Inc. and authorize the award of a construction contract for bid items in the total amount of $119,004.80, as recommended by Mr. Don Harrison.
Motion adopted. No opposition. Mr. Dawson was not present for the vote.
The President extended an invitation for public participation.
Rev John Sewell spoke regarding the condition of the roads in Tanglewood Subdivision.
Mr. Stuart Parker, 100 Camelot Place, Monroe spoke in opposition to the reimbursement of attorney’s fees for Mr. Dawson and urged the Police Jury to reconsider their decision to pay the attorney’s fees. Mr. Parker stated that he would be seeking to fill the position for District E Police Juror.
Mr. Dawson was present in the meeting at this time.
There being no further business to come before this meeting, motion was offered by Mr. Calhoun, seconded by Mr. Dawson to adjourn.
Motion adopted. No opposition.
The meeting was adjourned at 8:10 p.m.
Sherry White, recording secretary
Walt M. Caldwell, IV, president
Ouachita Parish Police Jury
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PROCEEDINGS OF THE POLICE JURY, PARISH OF OUACHITA, STATE OF LOUISINA, TAKEN AT A REGULAR MEETING HELD ON MONDAY, MARCH 19, 2007 AT SIX THIRTY-FIVE (6:35) P. M.
The Police Jury of the Parish of Ouachita, State of Louisiana met in regular and legal session in the Police Jury Meeting Room, on Monday, March 19, 2007 at 6:35 p.m. and was duly convened by Mr. Walt M. Caldwell, IV, President, who stated that the Police Jury was ready for the transaction of business.
Invocation was given by Ms. Kim Golden. Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was led by Ms. Kim Golden.
Members present: (5)
Mr. Paul Hargrove, District A
Mr. Mack Calhoun, District B
Mr. Walt Caldwell, District C
Ms. Kim Golden, District E
Mr. King Dawson, District F
Members absent: (1)
Mr. Dorth Blade, District D
Motion was offered by Ms. Golden, seconded by Mr. Hargrove to adopt the Minutes of the Regular Police Jury meeting held on March 5, 2007, subject to the changes noted by Ms. Golden.
Motion adopted. No opposition. Mr. Dawson abstained.
The President announced Service Awards for the month of March, 2007:
Public Works — Thomas Jones, 15 years
911 Communications — Flecia Brewster, 10 years
LaJET — Carolyn Goodjoint, 30 years
The President recognized Mr. Cliff Thomas, 300 Apple Street, Monroe who gave a presentation on Louisiana Clean Air Act 815, which prohibits smoking in most work places, schools grades K-12, and restaurants.
The President recognized Mr. Fred Huenefeld, 2100 Pargoud Boulevard, Monroe, who spoke regarding a cooperative drainage project with Beouf River Soil Conservation to clean a ditch near King Solomon Baptist Church. Mr. Huenefeld asked that the Ouachita Parish Police Jury join with the Bouef River Soil Conservation District in seeking some funds from the state level.
Ms. Golden stated that she had Resolution No. 07-18 on her agenda and requested that she be allowed to offer same at this time in the meeting. No one objected.
The following Resolution was offered by Ms. Golden, seconded by Mr. Hargrove:
RESOLUTION NO. 07-18
A RESOLUTION PLEDGING TO JOIN WITH AND COOPERATE WITH THE BEOUF RIVER SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT IN PURSUING THE FUNDING AND COMPLETION OF CERTAIN DRAINAGE IMPROVEMENTS AND FURTHER PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO.
WHEREAS, improvements to the condition and capacity of the drainage system in the northern eastern portion of Ouachita Parish including the canal designated as No. I1E will significantly improve drainage problems affecting many residents of Ouachita Parish and parish roadways; and, WHEREAS, the Beouf River Soil and Water Conservation District has resolved to join with the Ouachita Parish Police Jury in seeking state funding for the completion of needed drainage improvements along the I1E Canal;
NOW, THEREFORE:
BE IT RESOLVED that the Ouachita Parish Police Jury hereby states its intention to join with and cooperate with the Beouf River Soil and Water Conservation District in seeking state funding for the completion of drainage improvements along the I1E Canal;
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this Resolution be forwarded to Ouachita Parish’s Legislative Delegation.
The above Resolution was adopted on the 19th day of March, 2007. No opposition.
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The President recognized Rene Cascio, 1006 North 2nd Street, Monroe, President of the Monroe Garden Club.
Mr. Caldwell stated that his wife was affiliated with the Monroe Garden Club and handed the gavel to Mr. Dawson to preside over any discussion and/or action regarding any matter with the Monroe Garden Club.
At this time in the proceedings, Ms. Golden left the meeting.
Ms. Rene Cascio spoke regarding the “Welcome To Monroe” sign and requested financial assistance from the Police Jury in the amount of $10,000.00 to help pay for expenses incurred with the sign.
Motion was offered by Mr. Dawson, seconded by Mr. Calhoun that pursuant to the provisions of LSA-R.S. 42:7, which provides that upon approval of two-thirds of the members present, that at a meeting of a public body, the public body may take up a matter NOT on the Agenda, that discussion of financial assistance with expenses incurred by the Monroe Garden Club for the Welcome To Monroe be added to the Agenda.
Motion adopted. No opposition. Mr. Caldwell abstained. Ms. Golden was not present for the vote.
Motion was offered by Mr. Dawson, to approve the request from the Monroe Garden Club to pay the amount of $10,000.00 to help with the expenses incurred for the Welcome to Monroe sign.
Mr. Hargrove offered a friendly amendment to include that the same amount of funding be made available to the same effort in West Monroe if requested.
Mr. Dawson accepted Mr. Hargrove’s friendly amendment.
Motion was offered by Mr. Dawson, seconded by Mr. Hargrove to approve that the Police Jury pay the amount of $10,000.00 to the Monroe Garden Club to help with the expenses incurred for the “Welcome to Monroe” sign, and that the same amount of funding be made available by the Police Jury to the City of West Monroe for the same effort should it be requested.
Motion adopted. No opposition. Mr. Caldwell abstained. Ms. Golden was not present for the vote.
Mr. Dawson handed the gavel back to Mr. Caldwell.
The President recognized Mr. John Tilmon, 1315 Stubbs Vinson Road, Monroe, who stated that he was representing children that participate in baseball and softball at the Swartz Recreation Center and that he had been involved with that particular recreation center for the past three seasons. Mr. Tilmon stated that he was disappointed with the upkeep and repair of the fields.
Ms. Golden informed Mr. Tilmon that there was a vacancy on the Board of the East Ouachita Recreation District and inquired as to whether Mr. Tilmon would like to serve on that Board. Mr. Tilmon stated that he would like to serve on East Ouachita Recreation District’s Board.
Motion was offered by Ms. Golden, seconded by Mr. Dawson that pursuant to the provisions of LSA-R.S. 42:7, which provides that upon approval of two-thirds of the members present, that at a meeting of a public body, the public body may take up a matter NOT on the Agenda, that discussion of an appointment to the Board of Commissioners of the East Ouachita Recreation District be added to the Agenda.
Motion adopted. No opposition.
Motion was offered by Ms. Golden, seconded by Mr. Caldwell to appoint Mr. John Tilmon, 1315 Stubbs Vinson Road, Monroe, Louisiana 71203 as a member of the Board of Commissioners of the East Ouachita Recreation District for a term of four (4) years beginning March 19, 2007 and ending March 19, 2011.
Motion adopted. No opposition.
The President CONVENED a Public Hearing on a proposed amendment to provide regulations for the administration and use of certain funds received by the Ouachita Parish Police Jury pursuant to the “Coordination Agreement” with Glenwood Regional Medical Center, et al.
Joe Seward appeared to speak in opposition to the proposal, and suggested that the Police Jury give the money back to the people of Ward Five.
No one else appeared to speak on behalf of or against the proposed amendment.
Motion was offered by Mr. Hargrove, seconded by Mr. Dawson to close the Public Hearing.
Motion adopted. No opposition.
The President declared the Public Hearing CLOSED.
Motion was offered by Mr. Hargrove, seconded by Mr. Calhoun to adopt the Minutes of the Public Works Committee Meeting held on February 5, 2007.
Motion adopted. No opposition.
Motion was offered by Mr. Hargrove, seconded by Mr. Dawson to adopt the Minutes of the Public Works Committee Meeting held on March 5, 2007, subject to the changes noted by Ms. Golden.
Motion adopted. No opposition.
The following Resolution was offered by Mr. Hargrove, seconded unanimously:
RESOLUTION NO. 07-21
A RESOLUTION REQUESTING THE SPARTA AQUIFER COMMISSION’S SUPPORT OF THE WASTEWATER RECYCLING PROJECT INVOLVING GRAPHIC PACKAGING, INC.; AND FURTHER PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO
WHEREAS, the Graphic Packaging, Inc. facility in Ouachita Parish, Louisiana is both a vital employer and a significant user of groundwater from the Sparta Aquifer;
WHEREAS, a project is presently underway to allow Graphic Packaging, Inc. to use recycled wastewater from the City of West Monroe’s nearby treatment facility in place of water presently being drawn from the Sparta Aquifer; and,
WHEREAS, this Project has the potential to conserve several million gallons per day of potable water from the Sparta Aquifer; and,
NOW, THEREFORE:
BE IT RESOLVED that the Ouachita Parish Police Jury hereby requests that the Sparta Aquifer Commission support and endorse this wastewater recycling project;
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Ouachita Parish Police Jury hereby requests that the Sparta Aquifer Commission ask the parishes and municipalities within its jurisdiction who draw drinking water from the Sparta Aquifer to also support and endorse this project;
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this Resolution be forwarded to the Sparta Aquifer Commission, the State and Federal legislators representing the areas within the Sparta Aquifer Commission’s jurisdiction; and the parishes and municipalities within the Sparta Aquifer Commission’s jurisdiction.
The above Resolution was adopted on the 19th day of March, 2007. No opposition.
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The following Ordinance was offered for Final Adoption by Mr. Calhoun, seconded by Mr. Hargrove:
ORDINANCE NO. 8863
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE COMPILED ORDINANCES OF THE OUACHITA PARISH POLICE JURY TO PROVIDE REGULATIONS FOR THE ADMINISTRATION AND USE OF CERTAIN FUNDS RECEIVED BY THE OUACHITA PARISH POLICE JURY PURSUANT TO THE “COORDINATION AGREEMENT” WITH GLENWOOD REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER, ET AL; AND FURTHER PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO.
WHEREAS, pursuant to the Coordination Agreement entered into between the Ouachita Parish Police Jury and Glenwood Regional Medical Center, et al, November 17, 2006, the Ouachita Parish Police Jury has received a lump sum payment of $3,766,113.00 on or about February 2, 2007 (“Glenwood Funds”);
WHEREAS, the Ouachita Parish Police Jury wishes to maximize the benefits that the citizens of Ouachita Parish receive from these Glenwood Funds; and,
WHEREAS, the Ouachita Parish Police Jury finds that specific regulations governing the use of such funds is in the public interest;
NOW, THEREFORE:
BE IT ORDAINED by the Ouachita Parish Police Jury in legal and regular session that $300,000.00 of the Glenwood Funds be set aside and preserved for the funding of the Ouachita Parish Police Jury’s obligation to contribute $30,000.00 per year for a period of ten (10) years to school-based health clinics (or other mutually agreeable health care program) as set forth more fully in Paragraph 10 of the Coordination Agreement;
BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that the balance of the Glenwood Funds be placed in an interest-bearing account (or accounts) in accordance with Louisiana law with said deposited-balance being hereinafter referred to as the “Principle;”
BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that no expenditures shall be made from the Principle of the Glenwood Funds;
BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that the interest earned on the Glenwood Funds each year shall only be expended as the “matching portion” required to obtain State, Federal, or other available grants for projects related to drainage improvements or the control/abatement of litter;
The above Ordinance was introduced on the 5th day of February, 2007.
The Ordinance was submitted to a rollcall vote, and the vote thereon was as follows:
YEAS: (5) Mr. Paul Hargrove, District A; Mr. Mack Calhoun, District B; Mr. Walt Caldwell, District C; Ms. Kim Golden, District E; and Mr. King Dawson, District F
NAYS: (0)
ABSTAIN: (0)
ABSENT: (1) Mr. Dorth Blade, District D
The above Ordinance was adopted on the 19th day of March, 2007.
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Motion was offered by Mr. Calhoun, seconded by Mr. Dawson to grant permission to the Northeast Louisiana Motorcyclist For Kids to occupy Cheniere Lake Park, Area 8, June 6-11, 2007 for the purpose of the MDA Poker Run.
Motion adopted. No opposition.
The following Resolution was offered by Mr. Calhoun, seconded by Mr. Hargrove:
RESOLUTION NO. 07-19
A RESOLUTION REQUESTING THE GOVERNOR’S SUPPORT OF EXPEDITED EFFORTS TO CONSTRUCT AN ADDITIONAL TRAFFIC BRIDGE ACROSS THE OUACHITA RIVER; AND FURTHER PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO
WHEREAS, despite the growth in population and traffic, the citizens of Ouachita Parish and the surrounding region who must cross the Ouachita River in the “Twin Cities” area of Monroe – West Monroe only have available to them the same bridges and number of travel lanes available more than forty years ago;
WHEREAS, the recent events involving the unexpected closure of Interstate 20 dramatically demonstrate the need for an additional bridge across the Ouachita River;
WHEREAS, the effort to realize a new bridge across the Ouachita River has languished for approximately thirty years and must now move forward;
WHEREAS, the governing authorities of Ouachita Parish, the City of Monroe and the City of West Monroe have agreed on a location for the desperately needed new bridge and have obtained state, federal, and local funds for preliminary engineering and studies of this bridge site; and,
WHEREAS, a project of this scope will require significant state and federal funding and support;
NOW, THEREFORE:
BE IT RESOLVED that the Ouachita Parish Police Jury hereby requests the Governor of Louisiana to support the immediate construction of a new traffic bridge across the Ouachita River in Ouachita Parish, Louisiana as a vital, priority project of the State of Louisiana;
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this Resolution be forwarded to Ouachita Parish’s State Legislative Delegation;
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this Resolution be forwarded to Louisiana’s Congressional Delegation.
The above Resolution was adopted on the 19th day of March, 2007. No opposition.
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The matter regarding placement of a gate at North Pointe Subdivision was deferred to the April 16, 2007 Regular Police Jury meeting.
Mr. Caldwell spoke regarding the Citizens Advisory Committee for the Fire Protection District No. 1.
Discussion ensued.
After discussion, it was the consensus of the Jurors that Mr. Mitchell prepare a draft of an ordinance establishing an advisory board, setting forth responsibilities and present to the Police Jury for review.
The following Resolution was offered by Mr. Caldwell, seconded by Mr. Calhoun:
RESOLUTION NO. 07-20
A RESOLUTION SUPPORTING THE EXTENSION OF THE CURRENT FEDERAL FARM BILL WITH CONTINUED EMPHASIS ON THE EXPANSION OF ALTERNATIVE FUELS; AND FURTHER PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO
WHEREAS, agriculture is undoubtedly a major part of the economy and culture of Louisiana;
WHEREAS, a strong farm economy is of great benefit to the citizens of Ouachita Parish;
WHEREAS, the federal “Farm Bill”, an extensive piece of legislation governing many aspects of the national farm economy, is of vital importance to agriculture in our region, our State and our Country; and,
WHEREAS, the policies and procedures incorporated in the current Farm Bill have been successful including those provisions supporting and encouraging the development of agriculture-based alternative fuels;
NOW, THEREFORE:
BE IT RESOLVED that the Ouachita Parish Police Jury hereby states its support for an extension of the current Farm Bill designated as the “Farm and Security and Rural Investment Act of 2002.”
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this Resolution be forwarded to Louisiana’s Congressional delegation.
The above Resolution was adopted on the 19th day of March, 2007. Ms. Golden abstained.
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On behalf of Mr. Blade, motion was offered by Mr. Caldwell, seconded by Mr. Hargrove to adopt the Minutes of the Personnel Committee meeting held on March 5, 2007.
Motion adopted. No opposition.
Mr. Jay Mitchell, Assistant District Attorney, spoke regarding the draft of a cooperative endeavor agreement with the State of Louisiana/I-20 East Service Road Project and asked that the President execute the document when same has been completed and approved by the State.
Motion was offered by Mr. Caldwell, seconded by Mr. Hargrove to approve that the President execute the cooperative endeavor agreement with the State of Louisiana and the I-20 East Service Road Project when same has been completed and approved by the State.
Discussion ensued.
After discussion, Mr. Caldwell amended his original motion, adding that the I-20 Economic Development District will execute a letter of commitment of the funds. Mr. Hargrove seconded the amendment.
Discussion again ensued.
After discussion, Mr. Caldwell amended his original motion a second time, adding that the I-20 Economic Development District will execute a letter of commitment of the funds, and adding that the Police Jury will not be the ones required to turn the dirt. Mr. Hargrove seconded the motion and both amendments.
Original motion and both amendments to same adopted. No opposition.
Ms. Golden spoke regarding the lease on Holland Drive and stated that the house at 102 Holland Drive has been leased for a period of twelve months beginning March 1, 2007 and ending the 29th day of February, 2008 for a monthly rental of One Thousand and No/100 ($1,000.00) Dollars per month, all in accordance with its terms.
After discussion, motion was offered by Ms. Golden, seconded by Mr. Dawson to ratify the lease on the house at 102 Holland Drive in accordance with its terms.
Motion adopted. No opposition.
Motion was offered by Ms. Golden, seconded by Mr. Dawson to nominate Mr. Danny Van, Regions Bank, P. O. Box 7232, Monroe, Louisiana 71211-7232 as the at-large appointment to the Ward Five Healthcare Foundation, said appointment being from District E.
Motion adopted. No opposition.
Ms. Golden spoke regarding franchise fees on garbage haulers and asked her fellow Jurors to look at readdressing their views for franchise fees with a comprehensive plan to address litter abatement.
Discussion ensued.
Mr. Calhoun stated his opposition to franchise fees on garbage haulers.
Ms. Golden spoke regarding amendments to the litter ordinance.
After discussion, Ms. Golden stated that at the April 2, 2007 Regular Police Jury meeting, she would introduce a litter ordinance with corrections.
Ms. Golden spoke regarding abandoned swimming pools.
Cpl Heckford spoke regarding a State law regulating the ponding of water.
Ms. Golden asked that the information referred to by Cpl Heckford be given to Mr. Jay Mitchell and that Mr. Mitchell look into any kind of legislation that the Parish may need to have the regulation of ponding of water put into effect in Ouachita Parish.
Ms. Golden spoke regarding a Litter Pledge and stated that litter abatement begins at home. Ms. Golden signed a Litter Pledge for her personal commitment to become more proactive with litter and stated that anyone who desired to sign a Pledge, to do so, and to post the signed Pledge in their offices and homes.
The following Resolution was offered by Mr. Dawson, seconded unanimously:
RESOLUTION NO. 07-17
A RESOLUTION ASKING THE STATE OF LOUISIANA TO PROVIDE FOR THE ABATEMENT OF LITTER ALONG STATE HIGHWAYS BY STATE PRISONERS; AND FURTHER PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO.
WHEREAS, the accumulation of litter along Interstate 20 and state highways has become a source of significant concern to the citizens of Ouachita Parish;
WHEREAS, recent media reports have quoted sources in the economic development field who cited the accumulation of litter and trash along Interstate 20 and state highways in Ouachita Parish and other parishes in northeastern Louisiana as an impediment to attracting major industries to the “mega site” being developed by the State of Louisiana north of Interstate 20 at Holly Ridge;
WHEREAS, the Ouachita Parish Police Jury understands that following Hurricanes Katrina and Rita, the State of Louisiana stopped or significantly curtailed litter control efforts along Interstate 20 and other state highways in northeast Louisiana;
WHEREAS, the problem of roadside litter will only be exacerbated by the coming mowing season; and,
WHEREAS, the Ouachita Parish Police Jury and the municipalities in Ouachita Parish are taking steps to abate litter along parish roads and city streets.
NOW, THEREFORE:
BE IT RESOLVED that the Ouachita Parish Police Jury hereby requests the State of Louisiana to take such steps as are necessary to re-implement and/or increase litter control efforts along Interstate 20 and other state highways in Ouachita Parish;
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that in light of the fact that the development of the “mega site” at Holly Ridge, Louisiana will benefit the citizens of Ouachita Parish, the Ouachita Parish Police Jury requests that the State of Louisiana undertake similar litter control efforts along Interstate 20 and state highways throughout northeast and north central Louisiana.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this Resolution be forwarded to Governor Blanco requesting her assistance.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that copies of this Resolution be furnished to the members of the Ouachita Delegation to the Louisiana Legislature seeking their support and assistance.
The above Resolution was adopted on the 19th day of March, 2007. No opposition.
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At this time in the proceedings, Mr. Dawson left the meeting.
The following applications for Beer and Whiskey licenses have been received for this time period:
1) MUSCULAR DYSTROPHY ASSOCIATION AND NORTHEAST LOUISIANA MOTORCYCLIST FOR KIDS, INC.- SPECIAL EVENT-2007 POKER RUN – Cheniere Park Area 8, June 6-11, 2007. Class “A” Beer, Special Permit
2) OWENS, RICHARD S. DBA WATERFRONT GRILL AT THE BEND, 1484 Frenchman’s Bend Road, Monroe, Louisiana 71203 (1536 Frenchman’s Bend Road, Monroe, Louisiana 71203) Class “A” Beer, Class “R” Restaurant, Class “C” Whiskey, NEW
3) SARAI, BALJIT SINGH DBA SUNNY AND BROTHER LLC DBA LION’S STOP, 1494 Highway 594, Monroe, Louisiana 71203 (111 Lake Powell Drive, West Monroe, Louisiana 71292) Class “B” Beer, Class “D” Whiskey, NEW
Motion was offered by Mr. Caldwell, seconded by Mr. Calhoun to approve the applications submitted as recommended by Mr. Jay B. Mitchell, Assistant District Attorney.
Motion adopted. Ms. Golden abstained. Mr. Dawson was not present for the vote.
The President recognized Mr. Brad Cammack, Treasurer, who spoke regarding a budget revision in the Wellspring grant for Green Oaks Project, CFMS Contract No. 637517.
After discussion, motion was offered by Ms. Golden, seconded by Mr. Hargrove to approve the reallocation within the budget in the Wellspring grant for Green Oaks Project, CFMS Contract No. 637517, which will allow Wellspring to sustain the service.
Motion adopted. No opposition. Mr. Dawson was not present for the vote.
The President recognized Mr. Jay B. Mitchell, Assistant District Attorney, who spoke regarding a water main in West Ouachita Industrial Park that the Police Jury had previously voted to revoke the right-of-way to relocate and stated that the costs to disconnect this water line from the system will be $7,495.00.
Mr. Dawson was present in the meeting at this time.
After discussion, motion was offered by Mr. Calhoun, seconded by Mr. Hargrove to approve the costs of the work to be done to disconnect the water line from the system at West Ouachita Industrial Park.
Motion adopted. No opposition. Mr. Dawson abstained.
Mr. Mitchell deferred discussion of sale(s) of property in West Ouachita Industrial Park to the April 2, 2007 Regular Police Jury meeting.
The President recognized Mr. John Tom Murray, Director of Public Works.
At this time in the meeting, Mr. Dawson left the meeting.
Mr. Murray had a request for Final Subdivision Approval for East Orchard Subdivision.
After discussion, motion was offered by Ms. Golden, seconded by Mr. Hargrove to grant Final Subdivision Approval to East Orchard Subdivision, subject to the comments Mr. Don Harrison, Consulting Engineer, in his letter dated March 19, 2007, and particularly that the following statement in the letter be added to both the Plat and to the Building Restrictions of said subdivision when same are filed in the Clerk of Court’s office.
Minimum Floor Elevation & Site Drainage:
All structures to be located within the subdivision
Shall be constructed with a minimum lowest floor
Elevation of 71.50 feet (NGVD), and, shall be a
Minimum of eighteen (18) inches above the natural
Site grade. Each finished lot in the subdivision shall be
Graded for positive drainage of surface runoff
Motion adopted. No opposition. Mr. Dawson was not present for the vote.
Mr. Murray had a Resubdivision of Lots 1, 2, 3 and 4 of Pleasant Valley Subdivision.
After discussion, motion was offered by Mr. Hargrove, seconded by Mr. Calhoun to approve the Resubdivision of Lots 1, 2, 3 and 4 of Pleasant Valley Subdivision, subject to the comments of Mr. Don Harrison, Consulting Engineer.
Motion adopted. No opposition. Mr. Dawson was not present for the vote.
Mr. Murray had a request to hire two individuals for the position of Equipment Operator I.
After discussion, motion was offered by Mr. Hargrove, seconded by Mr. Calhoun to approve that Mr. Murray hire two individuals for the position of Equipment Operator I.
Motion adopted. No opposition. Mr. Dawson was not present for the vote.
Mr. Murray had a request to hire one individual for the position of Maintenance Worker II.
After discussion, motion was offered by Mr. Hargrove, seconded by Mr. Calhoun to approve that Mr. Murray hire one individual for the position of Maintenance Worker II.
Motion adopted. No opposition. Mr. Dawson was not present for the vote.
Mr. Murray had a request to hire one individual for the position of Administrative Secretary.
After discussion, motion was offered by Mr. Hargrove, seconded by Mr. Calhoun to approve that Mr. Murray hire one individual for the position of Administrative Secretary.
Motion adopted. No opposition. Mr. Dawson was not present for the vote.
Mr. Murray had a request to open a position for Administrative Secretary.
After discussion, motion was offered by Mr. Hargrove, seconded by Mr. Calhoun to approve that Mr. Murray open a position for Administrative Secretary.
Motion adopted. No opposition. Mr. Dawson was not present for the vote.
The President opened the meeting for public participation.
Ms. Barbara Elliott, 1102 Washington Street, West Monroe, spoke regarding repairing the roof of the Cheniere Lake Lodge. Mr. Calhoun asked that this matter be placed on his agenda at the April 2, 2007 Regular Police Jury agenda.
Mr. James Poe, 121 Camp Drive, West Monroe, spoke regarding the litter efforts and the need for funding of same. Mr. Hargrove asked that this matter be placed on his agenda at the April 2, 2007 Regular Police Jury agenda.
There being no further business to come before this meeting, motion was offered by Mr. Hargrove, seconded by Mr. Calhoun to adjourn.
Motion adopted. No opposition.
The meeting was adjourned at 8:25 p.m.
Sherry White, recording secretary
Walt M. Caldwell IV, president
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BID NOTICE
Surplus equipment to be sold at set price on a first come first serve basis at the Old Claiborne School located on the corner of Wallace Dean Road and Hwy 80 from 8:30 AM until 11:00 AM on Saturday June 2, 2007. Balance of equipment will be sold to the highest bidder beginning at 11:15 AM until sold:
BID: 14-07
SALE OF SURPLUS EQUIPMENT
Bid forms and specifications may be obtained from the Ouachita Parish School Board, Purchasing Department. The School Board reserves the right to reject any or all bids received.
OUACHITA PARISH SCHOOL BOARD
Jack White, President
ATTEST: Robert Webber, Ed. D, Secretary
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FOOTBALL STADIUM PAINTING/RENOVATIONS:
Ouachita Parish High School
691 Hwy 594 Monroe, Louisiana 71203
INVITATION TO BID
BID NUMBER 28-07
ISSUING AGENT: David Lane Beaird and Associates, Inc.; Lane Beaird, Engineer; 2106 North 7th Street, Suite 132; West Monroe, LA 71291
Telephone: (318) 388-3227
OWNER REPRESENTATIVE: Ouachita Parish School System; 100 Bry Street; Monroe, LA 71201
DOCUMENT DEPOSIT/CHARGE: $20.00
RELEASE DATE: May 10, 2007
BID OPENING DATE: June 5, 2007
BID OPENING TIME: 11:00 A.M. C.D.S.T.
BID OPENING LOCATION: Ouachita Parish School System; 100 Bry Street; Monroe, LA 71201
PRE-BID CONFERENCE:
10:00 a.m. C.D.S.T. Tuesday May 29, 2007
Ouachita Parish High School; 681 Hwy 594; Monroe, LA 71203; South Football Bleachers
PRE-BID CONFERENCE ATTENDANCE IS NOT MANDATORY FOR ALL PRIME CONTRACTORS. Bidders shall assemble at the project site.
Pre-bid conference representation is to be by a principal of the prime contractor submitting the bid or an individual of the company having authority to make financially binding decisions on behalf of the prime contractor.
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NOTICE TO BIDDERS
Sealed bids will be received by the Ouachita Parish School Board, 100 Bry Street, Monroe, Louisiana 71210-1642, until 10:00 a.m. June 5, 2007, for:
Renovations for West Monroe High School Based Health Center and New Equipment Building
201 Riggs Street
West Monroe, Louisiana 71291
Ouachita Parish School Board
BID NUMBER 42-07
Complete bidding documents for this project are available in electronic form. They may be obtained without charge and without deposit from www.aeplans.com. Printed copies are not available from the Architect but arrangements can be made to obtain them through most reprographic firms. Plan holders are responsible for their own reproduction costs. Questions about this procedure shall be directed to the Architect at
TB Architecture
141 DeSiard Street, Suite 506
Monroe, Louisiana 71201
Telephone: (318) 340-1550
Facsimile: (318) 998-1315
E-mail: bmcguire@tbarchitecture.com
All bids must be accompanied by bid security equal to five percent (5%) of the base bid and all additive alternates, and must be in the form of a certified check, cashier's check or bid bond written by a company licensed to do business in Louisiana, countersigned by a person who is under contract with the surety company or bond issuer as a licensed agent in this State and who is residing in this state. No Bid Bond indicating an obligation of less than five percent (5%) by any method is acceptable.
The successful bidder will be required to furnish a performance and payment bond written by a company licensed to do business in Louisiana and shall be countersigned by a person who is contracted with the surety company or bond issuer as agent of the company or issuer, and who is licensed as an insurance agent in the State, and who is residing in this State, in an amount equal to the 100% of the contract of the amount.
No bid may be withdrawn for a period of thirty(30) days after receipt of bids, except under the provisions of Act 111 of 1983.
A mandatory pre-bid conference will be Tuesday, May 29, 2007, at 9:00 a.m. at the job site of the West Monroe High School campus. Bids shall be accepted only from contractors who attend the Pre-bid conference.
The owner reserves the right to reject any and all bids.
Ouachita Parish School Board
Jack White, president
Dr. Robert Webber, ED.D, secretary
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BID NOTICE
Child Nutrition Purchasing Cooperative (CNPC), composed of the undersigned school districts (Caldwell, Catahoula, Concordia, East Carroll, Franklin, Grant, Jackson, La Salle, Madison, Morehouse, Ouachita, Richland, Tensas, Union, and West Carroll), requests the submission of SEALED BIDS for PAPER AND CHEMICAL SUPPLIES for the operation of the Food Service Departments of the member school districts for August 1, 2007 through December 31, 2007 of the school year. Sealed Bids will be accepted Wednesday, May 30, 2007. (Bid information can be obtained from Ouachita Parish System - Child Nutrition Program Supervisor, Jo Lynne Correro, 100 Bry Street, Monroe, LA 71201, phone 318-338-5310). Sealed Bids should be delivered to the address listed above. Sealed Bids shall be opened at 11:15 A.M., May 30, 2007, in the board room of the Ouachita Parish School Board, 100 Bry Street, Monroe, LA 71210. Awards shall be made “ALL OR NOTHING” to the lowest responsive bidder. The CNPC reserves the right to reject any and/or all bids, and to waive any and all informalities thereto. The member school districts of the Child Nutrition Purchasing Cooperative are funded 68% with Federal Funds for a total of approximately $16,930,161.00 per year. In accordance with Federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, these institutions are prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age or disability. To file a complaint of discrimination write USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, Room 326-W, Whitten Building, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington DC 20250-9410 or call (202) 720-5964 (voice and TDD). USDA is an equal opportunity employer.
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BID NOTICE
Child Nutrition Purchasing Cooperative (CNPC), composed of the undersigned school districts (Caldwell, Catahoula, Concordia, East Carroll, Franklin, Grant, Jackson, La Salle, Madison, Morehouse, Ouachita, Richland, Tensas, Union, and West Carroll), requests the submission of SEALED BIDS for PURCHASED FOODS for the operation of the Food Service Departments of the member school districts for August 1, 2007 through December 31, 2007 of the school year. Sealed Bids will be accepted Wednesday, May 30, 2007. (Bid information can be obtained from Ouachita Parish System - Child Nutrition Program Supervisor, Jo Lynne Correro, 100 Bry Street, Monroe, LA 71201, phone 318-338-5310). Sealed Bids should be delivered to the address listed above. Sealed Bids shall be opened at 11:00 A.M.,May 30, 2007, in the board room of the Ouachita Parish School Board, 100 Bry Street, Monroe, LA 71210. Awards shall be made “ALL OR NOTHING” to the lowest responsive bidder. The CNPC reserves the right to reject any and/or all bids, and to waive any and all informalities thereto. The member school districts of the Child Nutrition Purchasing Cooperative are funded 68% with Federal Funds for a total of approximately $16,930,161.00 per year. In accordance with Federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, these institutions are prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age or disability. To file a complaint of discrimination write USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, Room 326-W, Whitten Building, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington DC 20250-9410 or call (202) 720-5964 (voice and TDD). USDA is an equal opportunity employer.
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