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Public Notices: Wednesday, January 30th, 2008

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Public Notices Published Wednesday, January 30th, 2008

NOTICE OF INTENTION OF HOSPITAL SERVICE DISTRICT NO. 1 OF THE PARISH OF OUACHITA, STATE OF LOUISIANA, TO SELECT A FISCAL AGENCY
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Hospital Service District No. 1 of the Parish of Ouachita, State of Louisiana (the "District") intends to select a fiscal agency under the Local Depositories Law, La. R.S. 39:1211 et seq. A copy of the District's Request for Proposal for Fiscal Agent may be obtained from Pat Thompson at (318) 329-8823 or pthompson@wellnesscenterwm.com.
Each and every bank that is domiciled in or has a branch office in the Parish of Ouachita is invited to submit a proposal. Proposals must be submitted in writing, sealed, and received by Friday, February 8, 2008, at 6:00 p.m. at Hospital Service District No. 1, 3215 Cypress St., West Monroe, LA 71291, whether delivered by hand or by mail. The District reserves the right to reject any and all proposals.
The fiscal agency contract shall be for the period from March 1, 2008, to February 28, 2009, with the District having options for two (2) additional one (1) year periods. The terms and conditions of the fiscal agency contract shall be subject to the Local Depositories Law and shall provide for deposits and checks and contain such other terms and conditions as are in the proposal that the District finds best meets its needs.
Any inquiries regarding this notice or the proposal process or other information about the District should be submitted in writing to Mr. Pat Spencer, Secretary-Treasurer, Hospital Service District No. 1, 3215 Cypress Street, West Monroe, LA 71291.
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NOTICE OF AVAILABILITY OF PROPOSED BUDGET AND PUBLIC HEARING
The proposed budget of Hospital Service District No. 1 of the Parish of Ouachita, State of Louisiana for the year 2008 is available for public inspection at The Wellness Center, 3215 Cypress Street, West Monroe, LA 71291. A public hearing on the proposed budget shall be held on Tuesday, February 12, 2008 at 11:30 a.m. at the District's office at The Wellness Center, 3215 Cypress Street, West Monroe, LA 71291.
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NOTICE TO BIDDERS
Sealed Bids will be received by the Morehouse Parish School Board, 714 South Washington, Bastrop, Louisiana 71221 until 2:00 P.M., February 14th , 2008.
For: New Bus Drive and Parking Lots for Beekman Jr. High and
Morehouse Magnet School
714 South Washington
Bastrop, Louisiana 71221
Morehouse Parish School Board Bid Number: 00205A
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: tlittleton@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 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 Thursday, February 7th, 2008, at 9:00 A.M., at the job site on the Beekman Jr. High campus. Morehouse Magnet School will also be discussed at this meeting. Bids shall be accepted only from Contractors who attend the Pre-bid Conference.
The Owner reserves the right to reject any and all bids.
MOREHOUSE PARISH SCHOOL BOARD
Lorethie Dunn, President
Tom Thrower, Secretary
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LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE is hereby given by the Mayor and Board of Alderman of the City of West Monroe, Louisiana, in accordance with Louisiana Revised Statutes, Title 33, Section 4712, that the proposed ordinance 3716 attached hereto as Exhibit "A" was introduced at the regular meeting of the Mayor and Board of Aldermen of the City of West Monroe, Louisiana, on the 8th day of January, 2008, and will be considered for adoption at the regular meeting of the Mayor and Board of Aldermen on the 12th day of February, 2008, at 7:00 p.m. City Council Chambers, West Monroe City Hall, 2305 North Seventh Street, West Monroe, Louisiana. Any opposition to the proposed ordinance must be in writing, filed with the City Clerk within 15 days of the first publication of this Legal Notice. A public hearing will be held on any such written opposition at the time, date and place set forth above for consideration of the adoption of the proposed ordinance.
Benny Chelette, City Clerk, City of West Monroe
STATE OF LOUISIANA
CITY OF WEST MONROE
ORDINANCE NO. MOTION BY:
SECONDED BY:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF WEST MONROE, LOUISIANA AND COMMUNITY TRUST BANK WITH REGARD TO THE PLACEMENT OF AN AUTOMATIC TELLER MACHINE (ATM) AT THE IKE HAMILTON EXPO CENTER, AND OTHERWISE PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO
Section 1. BE IT ORDAINED by the Mayor and Board of Aldermen of the City of West Monroe, Louisiana, in regular and legal session convened, that the City of West Monroe, Louisiana be and it is hereby authorized to enter into an agreement with Community Trust Bank, with respect to the placement of an automatic teller machine (ATM) at the Ike Hamilton Expo Center, all as more fully set forth in that agreement attached hereto as Exhibit A.
Section 2. BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED by the Mayor and Board of Aldermen of the City of West Monroe, Louisiana, in regular and legal session convened, that Dave Norris, Mayor of the City of West Monroe, Louisiana, be and he is hereby authorized to execute the above described agreement; to enter into such amendments and modifications of that agreement as he deems either necessary or appropriate, whether arising prior to or during the term in this agreement, in order to administer the provisions of the agreement in a fair and orderly manner; and to execute any and all other documents, and to do any and all other things which he deems either necessary or appropriate in order to further effectuate the intents of that agreement.
SECTION 3. The above ordinance was introduced on January 8, 2008, in regular and legal session convened; notice of this ordinance was published three times in fifteen (15) days, one week apart, as required by R.S. 33:4712; no opposition being filed, it is considered by sections, voted on by yea and nay vote, passed and adopted in legal session convened this 12th day of February, 2008, with the final vote being as follows:
YEA:
NAY:
NOT VOTING:
ABSENT:
ATTEST:
APPROVED THIS 12TH DAY OF FEBRUARY, 2008
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PUBLIC NOTICE
Proceedings of the Board of Commissioners of the West Ouachita Sewerage District No. 5, Ouachita Parish, Louisiana. Taken at the office of the District, 327 Wallace Road, West Monroe, Louisiana. Monday, January 14, 2008. (Regular meeting)
Members Present: Fred Hall, Don Leach, Ralph Owens
Members Absent: None
Others Present: Jerry Lazenby-Lazenby & Associates, Inc. Terry Cox-District Manager
The meeting was called to order promptly at 11:00 a.m..
The first item on the agenda was cash disbursements. Mr. Cox reviewed the disbursements with all present and a brief discussion followed. Commissioner Leach made a motion to accept them as reasonable and necessary. Commissioner Owens seconded the motion.
The final item was a change order for the D’Arbonne Hills sewer main rehabilitation. Mr. Lazenby presented the need for the additional lines to be replaced and Commissioner Owens made a motion to approve the addition. Commissioner Leach seconded the motion.
No further business being presented the meeting adjourned at 11:40 a.m.
Respectfully Submitted
Fran Bradley, Secretary
Attest: Fred Hall, President
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NOTICE TO BIDDERS
SEALED BIDS will be received in the office of the Recording Secretary of the Ouachita Parish Police Jury in the Courthouse Building, Monroe, Louisiana, on or before ten (10:00) AM, Thursday, February 21, 2008, and that the same will be opened, read aloud and tabulated in the office of Ouachita Parish Police Jury, at ten (10:00) o’clock AM, February 21, 2008, and submitted to the Ouachita Parish Police Jury at its next scheduled meeting, for the purpose of furnishing the following:
ONE (1) PORTABLE DEFIBRILLATOR / MULTI-PARAMETER MONITOR
with Biphasic Waveform, Automatic External Defibrillation Monitoring and 12-lead ECG acquisition
Complete specifications on the above item(s) are on file with and may be obtained from Frances B. Hunter, Purchasing Specialist, Ouachita Parish Police Jury, Purchasing Department, 301 South Grand Street, Basement Floor, Monroe, LA. Bidders must note on the sealed envelope containing the bid: “SEALED BID” and the APPROPRIATE BID NUMBER.
THE OUACHITA PARISH POLICE JURY RESERVES THE RIGHT TO REJECT ANY AND ALL BIDS.
OUACHITA PARISH POLICE JURY
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NOTICE TO BIDDERS
SEALED BIDS will be received in the office of the Recording Secretary of the Ouachita Parish Police Jury in the Courthouse Building, Monroe, Louisiana, on or before ten (10:00) AM, Thursday, February 21, 2008, and that the same will be opened, read aloud and tabulated in the office of Ouachita Parish Police Jury, at ten (10:00) o’clock AM, February 21, 2008, and submitted to the Ouachita Parish Police Jury at its next scheduled meeting, for the purpose of furnishing the following:
FIFTEEN (15) PORTABLE DEFIBRILLATORS / MULTI-PARAMETER MONITORS with Biphasic Waveform, Automatic External Defibrillation, and 3-lead ECG Monitoring
Complete specifications on the above item(s) are on file with and may be obtained from Frances B. Hunter, Purchasing Specialist, Ouachita Parish Police Jury, Purchasing Department, 301 South Grand Street, Basement Floor, Monroe, LA. Bidders must note on the sealed envelope containing the bid: “SEALED BID” and the APPROPRIATE BID NUMBER.
THE OUACHITA PARISH POLICE JURY RESERVES THE RIGHT TO REJECT ANY AND ALL BIDS.
OUACHITA PARISH POLICE JURY
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PROCEEDINGS OF THE POLICE JURY, PARISH OF OUACHITA, STATE OF LOUISIANA, TAKEN AT A REGULAR MEETING HELD ON MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 4, 2007 AT SIX THIRTY (6:30) 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, September 4, 2007 at 6:30 p.m. and was duly convened by Mr. Walt Caldwell, President, who stated that the Police Jury was ready for the transaction of business.
Members present: (6)
Mr. Paul Hargrove, District A
Mr. Mack Calhoun, District B
Mr. Walt M. Caldwell IV, District C
Mr. Dorth Blade, District D
Ms. Kim Golden, District E
Mr. King Dawson, District F
Members absent: (0)
Mr. Dorth Blade, District D gave the invocation and led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
Ms. Golden made a motion to adopt the Minutes of the Regular Police Jury meeting held on August 20, 2007 subject to the correction as noted by Ms. Golden. Mr. Dawson seconded the motion.
Motion adopted. No opposition.
I. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
President stated that there were no public hearings on the agenda.
II. VISITORS:
Mr. Bill Land - Herbert Land Architect, Inc.:
The President recognized Mr. Bill Land.
Mr. Land spoke regarding the bids taken on August 24, 2007 for two building project additions (Juvenile Detention Alternative Center Administration Building “A” and Female Housing Building “B”) to Green Oaks Juvenile Detention Facility as follows:
Name/Bid Amount
Don M. Barron Contractor, Inc./$1,640,000
Traxler Construction Inc./$1,674,000
Don Leach Construction Co./$1,690,000
Breck Construction Co./$1,780,000
RECOMMENDATION: Don M. Barron Contractor, Inc.
Mr. Land stated that Don M. Barron Contractor, Inc., submitted the lowest bid and it is his recommendation that the Ouachita Parish Police Jury approve the bid amount of $1,640,000 broken down as follows:
Juvenile Detention Alternative Center Administration Building “A” - $870,000
Female Housing Building “B” - $770,000
It was noted that adequate funding was available for this project.
A motion was offered by Mr. Blade to award the contract to Don M. Barron Construction Co. for two building project additions to the Green Oaks Juvenile Detention Facility.
Mr. Dawson seconded the motion.
Motion adopted. No opposition.
B. Jason Ables - LSU Ag Center:
The President recognized Mr. Jason Ables.
Mr. Ables presented an updated on the activities of the 4-H program. This year 4-H will be celebrating its 100-year birthday. Currently 82 children have been served in grades 4 – 6 and 12 high school students. Plans are being made to kick-off the 4-H 2007-2008 Liter Prevention project.
C. Butch Statham - P&S Benefit Consultants, Inc.:
The President recognized Mr. Butch Statham.
Mr. Statham spoke regarding the 2008 Health Insurance Benefits offered by Vantage Health Plan, Inc. Vantage Health Plan, Inc. presented a two (2%) percent decrease in premiums for both the HMO and Freedom plans, with benefits and pharmacy remaining the same. Mr. Statham stated that he had submitted quotes from other companies (United, Humana, & Blue Cross Blue Shield). He stated that their rates were much higher compared to what Vantage was offering. His recommendation and request was for the Ouachita Parish Police Jury to accept the health insurance proposal of two (2%) percent decrease through Vantage for the 2008 contract year. He stated that OPPJ has been with VHP since 1995.
After a brief discussion, a motion was offered by Mr. Hargrove to accept the 2008 Health Insurance Benefit proposal from Vantage Health Plan, recognizing that there will be a two (2%) percent decrease in premiums effective January 1, 2008. Mr. Blade seconded the motion.
Motion adopted. No opposition.
Ms. Golden was not present to vote on this issue.
D. Gary Fontana:
The President recognized Mr. Gary Fontana.
Mr. Fontana spoke regarding the following potential LCDBG Grant Application(s).
a. Old Burney Subdivision on Waste Water Project:
A discussion was held regarding the Old Burney Subdivision drainage project in Swartz. Mr. Fontana felt that this area would fit the income criteria for LCDBG funding. Greater Ouachita had began planning for this project and is willing to pay for the engineering on the project. Details regarding the match and involvement of Greater Ouachita will have to be determined. Mr. Mitchell will need to draft a cooperative endeavor agreement.
b. Tanglewood Street Area:
Mr. Fontana stated that the Tanglewood Street Improvement Project submitted to LCDBG last year remained a fundable project. He recommended that the application that was submitted in the last funding cycle be resubmitted this year. A motion was offered by Ms Golden to submit both of these projects for LCDBG Funding as outlined by Mr. Fontana. Mr. Dawson seconded the motion.
Motion adopted. No opposition.
c. Greater Ouachita Water Company:
Mr. Wood T. Sparks from Greater Ouachita Water Company (GOWC) spoke regarding the Old Burney Waste Water project. He advised the Jurors that in connection with the LCDGB application GOWC would be willing to enter into a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement to provide required engineering services and operation of the proposed sewerage system.
A motion was offered by Ms. Golden to pursue a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with GOWC for engineering services for the Old Burney Waste Water Project. Mr. Hargrove seconded the motion.
Motion adopted. No opposition.
Citizen Participation Plan/Citizen Complaint Procedures:
Discussion ensued regarding the Citizen Participation Plan/Citizen Complaint Procedure.
Ms. Golden offered motion, seconded by Mr. Hargrove that Citizen Participation Plan/Citizen Complaint Procedure as recommended by Mr. Fontana and Mr. Cammack is adopted and the Recording Secretary be appointed as the Citizen Complaint Officer for compliance with the LCDBG program.
Motion adopted. No opposition. Mr. Caldwell abstained.
E. Mr. Mike Courteau - Indigent Defenders Board:
The President recognized Mr. Mike Courteau from the courthouse.
Mr. Courteau spoke in regards to a proposal that would enhance communication between the jail and courthouse. Mr. Courteau indicated that IDB is getting a state grant that could pay for a number of the computer terminals that would allow the IDB lawyers to videoconference with their clients in jail (pre-trial detainees). Paul Moore, IT, would oversee the project.
Discussion ensued.
Mr. Cammack volunteered to setup a meeting with IDB, Sheriff, Judges and OCC to discuss the video conferencing project, the cost associated with it and supplies and material needed for its implementation. Mr. Cammack stated that he would update the Jurors when information was available.
F. Mr. Bill Roark – Tri-State Properties:
The President recognized Mr. Bill Roark form Tri-State Properties who spoke regarding properties owned by the Ouachita Parish Police Jury.
Mr. Roark provided updates as follows:
a. Enterprise Road Property – Mr. Roark stated that he continues to receive calls on the Enterprise Road property. He is sending out property plats, showing the proposed lot development and new road location. Unfortunately, prospective buyers are unable to receive an estimated date of when the lots will be available.
b. West Ouachita Industrial Park – Mr. Roark stated that “For Sale” signs have been placed on the property available in the West Ouachita Industrial Park. He is receiving some calls, sending out property plats, and meeting prospective buyers on the site. Currently, no offers has been received.
c. Adjudicated Properties – Mr. Roark stated that he would like to re-visit this issue with OPPJ if there is an interest in moving forward. Mr. Roark, Jay Mitchell and OPPJ administration will meet to discuss the notices of sale, and how to attract attention from the buying public.
G. Potential Juror Candidates in Attendance:
The President recognized the visiting district candidates running for juror positions with the Ouachita Parish Police Jury as follows:
District A – Charles E Jackson
b. District B – Jimmy Wall
c. District F – Pat Moore
III. DEPARTMENT HEAD REPORTS:
The following Department Heads presented status reports to the Police Jury:
1. CODE ENFORCEMENT: Cpl. Wayne Heckford
Cpl. Heckford stated that for the current month 86 Code Enforcement citations had been issued; 518 cases had been brought for environmental hearings with seventy-four percent (74%) of the matters being brought into compliance without further OPPJ action. The environmental hearing officer was averaging approximately 64 cases monthly.
He reported that “Keep Ouachita Parish Beautiful” water sweep would be held September 15, 2007 at 8:00 – 12 noon to clean up the river banks for the areas of Lazarre, Forsythe, Moonlake and Sterlington Parks.
Mr. Blade asked if permanent dumpsters could be made available for those areas. Cpl. Heckford stated that funding was not available and that in the past the dumpsters were being used for unauthorized purposes at the expense of Police Jury.
2. FIRE DEPARTMENT: Chief Pat Hemphill
Fire Chief Chief Hemphill reported the Ouachita Parish Fire Department dispatched activity for the month.
3. GREEN OAKS: Mr. Mike Rhodes, Director
Mike Rhodes reported as follows for Green Oaks Detention Center:
AUGUST 2007
Started Month 46
Admits During Month 61
Releases During Month 73
Average Per Day 43
Average Boys Per Day 36
Average Girls Per Day 7
4. HOUSING: Ms. Peggy Steele, Director
Ms. Steele reported that some Katrina/Rita victims were still occupying temporary FEMA trailers. She stated that HUD was continuing to work on moving the occupants into permanent housing.
WORKFORCE INVESTMENT: Ms. Doretha Bennett, Director
Ms. Bennett reported that Dr. Pamela Salsberry from ULM worked on the Youth Summer Enrichment Program for WIA this year. Ms. Bennett stated that this was one of the best Summer Youth Programs that they have had in years.
IV. MOTIONS / ORDINANCES / RESOLUTIONS:
Mr. Hargrove, District A:
The President recognized Mr. Hargrove, District A.
A Motion was offered by Mr. Hargrove to adopt the Minutes of the Ouachita Parish Police Jury Finance Committee Meeting held on August 20, 2007 with the corrections that were noted. Mr. Calhoun seconded the motion. Ms. Golden abstained since the minutes were not in her packet.
Motion adopted. No opposition.
B. Mr. Calhoun, District B:
The President recognized Mr. Calhoun, District B.
a. Roofing Repairs to Cheniere Lake Lodge: Mr. Calhoun asked Mr. Cammack to provide an update on the roofing repairs to Cheniere Lake Lodge. Mr. Cammack stated that the contractors were scheduled to begin this week.
Mr. Calhoun asked that the matter be placed on the September 17, 2007 Regular Police Jury agenda.
b. Construction of Road to Rifle Range:
Mr. Calhoun asked for the update on construction of the Road to Rifle Range. No information was available at this time. Mr. Cammack stated that he would set up a meeting with Mr. Harrison to include Mr. Calhoun, Mr. Mitchell, and Mr. John Tom Murray and him.
Mr. Calhoun asked if the status of the construction of “Road to Rifle Range” continue to be placed as an agenda item as more information is available.
C. President, Mr. Caldwell, District C:
Mr. Caldwell presented Resolution 07-62:
a. Mr. Hargrove offered the following Resolution, and seconded by Mr. Calhoun. Mrs. Golden opposed.
RESOLUTION NO. 07-62
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE OUACHITA PARISH POLICE JURY TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH THE LOUISIANA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION AND DEVELOPMENT FOR THE FEDERAL OFF-SYSTEM BRIDGE REHABILITATION AND REPLACEMENT PROGRAM; AND FURTHER PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO.
WHEREAS, under the provisions of Title 23, United States Code, Section 144, as amended, funds have been appropriated out of the Highway Trust Fund, to finance replacement or rehabilitation of bridges located off the State and Federal road system; and,
WHEREAS, the Ouachita Parish Police Jury finds that access to these funds for use in the replacement or rehabilitation of such “Off-System” bridges located in the unincorporated areas of Ouachita Parish, Louisiana is in the public interest;
NOW THEREFORE:
BE IT RESOLVED by the Police Jury of the Parish of Ouachita, State of Louisiana in a legal session convened this 4th day of September, 2007, that the Ouachita Parish Police Jury is authorized to enter into an agreement with the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development for the federal off-system bridge rehabilitation and replacement program;
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Walter M. Caldwell, IV President, is hereby authorized and empowered to execute on behalf of the Ouachita Parish Police Jury the “Cooperative Endeavor Agreement” prepared by the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development and forwarded under cover of a letter dated August 16, 2007;
The above Resolution was adopted on the 4th day of September 2007.
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Mr. Caldwell offered for introduction only, Ordinance No. 8872 an ordinance amending Chapter 22 of the compiled ordinances of Ouachita Parish amending Section 8 of said chapter, said ordinance providing for an annual revenue for the Parish of Ouachita, State of Louisiana, levying annual taxes for said purposes.
c. The following Resolution was offered by Mr. Caldwell, and seconded by Mr. Hargrove.
RESOLUTION NO. 07-63
A RESOLUTION COMMENDING THE “OUACHITA CORRECTIONAL CENTER ADVISORY COMMITTEE” FOR ITS EFFORTS ON BEHALF OF ALL CITIZENS OF OUACHITA PARISH IN CONNECTION WITH THE CONTINUED OPERATIONS OF A JAIL FACILITY FOR OUACHITA PARISH; AND FURTHER PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO.
WHEREAS, in an election held on September 30, 2006, the voters of Ouachita Parish rejected a proposition for continued funding of the Ouachita Correctional Center;
WHEREAS, as a result the Ouachita Parish Police Jury and the Ouachita Parish Sheriff faced the prospect of having no dedicated source of funding for maintaining and operating a jail for Ouachita Parish;
WHEREAS, a group of community leaders recognized the important role that appropriate maintenance and operation of a jail serves in maximizing the safety, security and quality of life of the citizens of Ouachita Parish;
WHEREAS, this group organized themselves into the “Ouachita Correctional Center Advisory Committee” and charged themselves with making an objective, unbiased study of the need for a tax for the maintenance and operation of the Ouachita Correctional Center;
WHEREAS, the members of this Committee devoted their time and talents to the study and analysis of all aspects of the operation of the Ouachita Correctional Center for the purpose of recommending a new proposition for funding the operations of the Ouachita Correctional Center;
WHEREAS, in an election held on July 21, 2007, the voters of Ouachita Parish approved the proposition recommended by the Committee thereby securing a dedicated source of funding for jail operations in Ouachita Parish;
WHEREAS, the work, dedication and reputation of the members of the Ouachita Correctional Center Advisory Committee was instrumental in the voters’ approval of this funding proposition;
NOW THEREFORE:
BE IT RESOLVED by the Police Jury of the Parish of Ouachita, State of Louisiana in a legal session convened this 4th day of September 2007, does hereby express its commendation and appreciation to the following members of the Ouachita Correctional Center Advisory Committee:
Judge William Norris (Retired)
Mr. Elee Trichel
Dr. Harold Williamson
Mr. Bill Kight
Sheriff Laymon Godwin (Retired)
Hon. Jerry Jones
Judge John Harrison (Retired)
Ms. Beth Falls
Dr. Bob Webber
Mr. Ron Stewart
Hon. Robert “Red” Stevens
Ms. Pam Accardo
Mr. Lyle Miller
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the President of the Ouachita Parish Police Jury be, and hereby is, authorized to execute an appropriate act of commendation to each of the individual members of the Ouachita Correctional Center Advisory Committee.
The above Resolution was adopted on the 4th day of September 2007. No opposition.
Mr. Blade, District D:
The President recognized Mr. Blade, District D.
Mr. Blade offered a motion to adopt the Minutes of the Personnel Committee Meeting held on August 6, 2007. Mr. Dawson seconded the motion.
Motion adopted. Mr. Caldwell abstained due to not being present at the meeting. Ms. Golden opposed.
Status of East Side Industrial Park:
Mr. Blade asked that the matter relating to the status of the East Side Industrial Park be referred to the September 17, 2007 Regular Police Jury agenda.
Inter-governmental agreement for road way improvements to zoo entrance:
The following Resolution was offered by Mr. Blade, and seconded by Mr. Hargrove.
RESOLUTION NO. 07-64
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE OUACHITA PARISH POLICE JURY TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH THE CITY OF MONROE, ET AL FOR THE IMPROVEMENT OF THOSE ROADWAYS PROVIDING THE ENTRANCEWAY TO THE LOUISIANA PURCHASE GARDENS AND ZOO; AND FURTHER PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO.
WHEREAS, the CITY OF MONROE (“CITY”) has been awarded a grant from the State of Louisiana identified as the “US Highway 165 Business Route Connector” bearing Facility Planning and Control No. 50-MJ6-02B-02 (“PROJECT”);
WHEREAS, said funds are to be used for the renovation of that certain section of roadway beginning at the far eastern intersection of U.S. Highway 165 By-Pass and Ticheli Road and running west on Ticheli Road to the intersection of Ticheli Road and Burg Jones Lane (a/k/a Reddix Lane) and continuing west on Bernstein Park Drive;
WHEREAS, that section of the above-described roadway beginning at the western intersection of U.S. Highway 165 and Ticheli Road and continuing in a westerly direction along Ticheli Road to the most westerly right of way line of Burg Jones Lane (a/k/a Reddix Lane) where it intersects with Bernstein Park Drive is owned and/or maintained by the Ouachita Parish Police Jury (“OPPJ”);
WHEREAS, the PROJECT includes widening and improving the above-described section of the roadway owned and/or maintained by the OPPJ; and,
WHEREAS, the Ouachita Parish Police Jury finds that the completion of this PROJECT by the CITY serves the interest of the citizens by, inter alia, significantly improving the entrance corridor to the Louisiana Purchase Gardens and Zoo, an important community asset and attraction for the citizens of Ouachita Parish and the surrounding region;
NOW THEREFORE:
BE IT RESOLVED by the Police Jury of the Parish of Ouachita, State of Louisiana in a legal session convened this 4th day of September, 2007, that the Ouachita Parish Police Jury is authorized to enter into an agreement whereby the City of Monroe is authorized to use existing public road and drainage rights-of-way for the construction of the project identified above;
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Walter M. Caldwell, IV President, is hereby authorized and empowered to execute on behalf of the Ouachita Parish Police Jury such instrument(s) as are necessary to give proper effect to this Resolution;
The above Resolution was adopted on the 4th day of September 2007. Ms. Golden abstained.
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Request to purchase a new 100kw generator for Green Oaks Detention Center:
Mr. Blade offered a motion to approve the request from Mr. Rhodes in regards to the purchase of a new 100kw generator for the Green Oaks Detention Center based on bid specifications drawn up by Mr. Bill Land. Mr. Calhoun seconded the motion.
Motion approved. No opposition.
Kim Golden, District E:
The President recognized Kim Golden, District E.
Projects LCDBG Grant Application(s):
Ms. Golden stated that the LCDBG projects had been addressed previously by Mr. Fontana. Mr. Fontana informed the Jurors that the Tanglewood Street project was the highest priority and noted that the prior LCDBG project for street improvement in the Bawcomville area was under construction and should be finished soon.
b. Ms. Golden, asked to defer the matters of the Library and the G. B. Cooley Board appointments until the next Jury meeting.
c. East Town & Country Drainage District Commission Appointment:
The following Resolution was offered by Ms. Golden, seconded by Mr. Hargrove:
RESOLUTION NO. 07-65
A RESOLUTION APPOINTING MR. WILHELM “WILL” RAWLS TO THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE EAST TOWN AND COUNTRY DRAINAGE DISTRICT NO. 1 OF THE PARISH OF OUACHITA; AND FURTHER PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO.
WHEREAS, Mr. Bob Franklin has advised the Ouachita Parish Police Jury that he is moving outside the boundaries of the East Town and Country Drainage District No. 1 of Ouachita Parish, rendering him unable to continue his service on the Board of Commissioners of such District;
WHEREAS, Mr. Bob Franklin provided many years of valuable service to his neighbors as a Commissioner of the East Town and Country Drainage District; and,
WHEREAS, Wilhelm “Will” Rawls, 62 Bayou View Drive, Monroe, Louisiana 71203 as expressed a desire to serve on said Board of Commissioners.
NOW, THEREFORE:
BE IT RESOLVED by the Ouachita Parish Police Jury in legal and regular session that Wilhelm “Will” Rawls, 62 Bayou View Drive, Monroe, Louisiana 71203 be and hereby is appointed to the Board of Commissioners of East Town and Country Drainage District No. 1 of Ouachita Parish, State of Louisiana, to replace Bob Franklin and serve a four (4) year term beginning September 5, 2007 and ending September 5, 2011;
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Ouachita Parish Police Jury hereby thanks and commends Mr. Bob Franklin for his years of service as a Commissioner of the East Town and Country Drainage District.
The above Resolution was adopted on the 4th day of September 2007. No opposition.
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d. Ms. Golden asked that the status relating to the Burney Subdivision area Sewer Collection System Improvement Project be referred to the September 17, 2007 agenda.
F. Mr. Dawson, District F:
The President recognized Mr. Dawson, District F.
a. Status of the “Safe Routes to School / Program” grant for Shady Grove Elementary:
Mr. Dawson asked that the matter relating to the status of the application submitted to the LA. Dept. of Transportation and Development for “Safe Routes to School Program” grant for the improvement of pedestrian access to Shady Grove Elementary School be deferred to next meeting due to the absence of Mr. Harrison.
b. Status of School Based Health Plan:
The following Resolution was offered by Mr. Dawson, seconded by Mr. Hargrove:
RESOLUTION NO. 07-25
A RESOLUTION TO SUPPORT THE ESTABLISHMENT OF SCHOOL-BASED HEALTH CLINICS IN THE SOUTHEASTERN PORTION OF OUACHITA PARISH; AND FURTHER PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO.
WHEREAS, in November 2006, the Ouachita Parish Police Jury, Hospital Service District No. 1; Glenwood Regional Medical Center; and the Ward Five Healthcare Foundation, entered into a “Coordination Agreement” to facilitate the sale of Glenwood Hospital;
WHEREAS, that Coordination Agreement created certain reciprocal obligations between the Ouachita Parish Police Jury and the Ward Five Healthcare Foundation concerning the establishment and funding of not less than two (2) school-based healthcare clinics in the portion of Ouachita Parish that is east of the Ouachita River;
WHEREAS, the needs of the community dictate that one or both of these school-based health clinic be located in “Southeastern Ouachita Parish” being that portion of Ouachita Parish that is located east of the Ouachita River and south of Interstate 20; and,
WHEREAS, the Ouachita Parish Police Jury has by its adoption of Ordinance No. 8863 dedicated the sum of $300,000.00 to provide guaranteed funding of its obligations regarding the establishment and operation of such school-based health clinics;
NOW, THEREFORE:
BE IT RESOLVED that the Ouachita Parish Police Jury finds that the reciprocal obligations of the Ouachita Parish Police Jury and the Ward Five Healthcare Foundation concerning school-based health clinics would best serve the public interest through the establishment and operation of school-based health clinics in Southeastern Ouachita Parish;
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Ouachita Parish Police Jury will support the employment of such reciprocal obligations to establish and operate school-based health clinics in Southeastern Ouachita Parish; and,
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Ouachita Parish Police Jury hereby encourages the Ward Five Healthcare Foundation to initiate and/or pursue the establishment of the first school-based health clinic in Southeastern Ouachita Parish at the earliest possible date.
The above Resolution was adopted on this 4th day of September 2007.
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V. Beer and Whiskey Licenses:
There were no applications filed for Beer and Whiskey licenses for this time period.
VI. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS:
The President called for the Administrative Reports.
A. Fiscal – Mr. Brad Cammack, Treasurer:
There were no fiscal report items to be discussed by Mr. Brad Cammack at this time.
B. Legal – Mr. Jay Mitchell, Assistant Director Attorney:
There were no legal report items to be discussed by Mr. Jay Mitchell at this time.
C. Road & Drainage – Mr. Don Harrison Engineer:
Mr. Don Harrison was not present at the meeting.
VII. OTHER BUSINESS / INVITATION FOR PUBLIC PARTICIPATION:
A. Electronic Email and Fax of Agendas:
Ms. Golden requested that meeting agendas be sent electronically (email and fax) to Jurors, as well as to the candidates running for positions on the Jury. She requested that all candidates be given a list of the names, address, emails and telephone numbers of the current Jurors and to be sent information of importance out to them via mail.
The President opened the floor for Public participation.
Ms. Susan Poe spoke in support of the Safe Roads for Schools Program and to commend Deputy Elam of the Code Enforcement Department for a statewide award he received from “Keep Louisiana Beautiful.”
There being no further business to come before this meeting, motion was offered by Mr. Hargrove, seconded by Mr. Dawson to adjourn.
Motion adopted. No opposition.
The meeting was adjourned at 8:15 p.m.
Acting Recording Secretary, president
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NOTICE
This shall serve as notice that the Town Council of the Town of Sterlington, Louisiana, will meet in legal session on Monday, February 4, 2008, at 5:15 p.m. at the Town Hall to review the following application for annexation into the town limits of the Town of Sterlington:
Applicant: JHOBAR Holdings, LLC
Property to be annexed: See description below
LEGAL DESCRIPTION, 2.317 Acre Tract
A certain tract or parcel of land situated in Section 34, Township 20 North, Range 4 East, Ouachita Parish, Louisiana, and being more particularly described as follows, to wit:
Commencing at the Southwest corner of Section 43, Township 20 North, Range 4 East, Ouachita Parish, proceed N85º46'03"E, a distance of 7160.82 feet to a 5/8 inch rebar on the Easterly right-of-way line of U.S. Highway 165, said point also being the Northwest corner of a certain 0.572 acre tract acquired by Stone Gate Development, L.L.C. from Tray Jay, Inc., as per deed recorded in Conveyance Book 1989, Page 399, Records of Ouachita Parish, Louisiana, said point also being the Southwest corner of a certain 2.000 acre tract; thence, proceed N14º13'27"W along the Easterly right-of-way line of U.S. Highway 165, also being the Westerly line of said 2.000 Acre Tract, a distance of 221.25 feet to a found 5/8 inch rebar at the Northwest corner of said 2.000 Acre Tract for the POINT OF BEGINNING; thence continue N14º13'27"W along the Easterly right-of-way line of U.S. Highway 165, a distance of 221.25 feet to a set 5/8 inch rebar; thence proceed N75º46'33"E, a distance of 38.50 feet to a set 5/8 inch rebar; thence N09º26'17"W, a distance of 30.46 feet to a set 5/8 inch rebar; thence, proceed S89º29'28"E, a distance of 344.93 feet to a set 5/8 inche rebar; thence, proceed S30º57'06"E, a distance of 262.13 feet to a found 5/8 inch rebar at the Northeast corner of said 2.000 Acre Tract; thence, proceed S86º44'07"W along the north line of said 2.000 Acre Tract, a distance of 458.44 feet to the POINT OF BEGINNING, containing 2.317 acres, more or less, and being subject to all rights-of-way, easements and servitudes of record or of use.
This legal description is based on the boundary survey and plat (project no. 07-064) made by John B. Talley III, Professional Land Surveyor No. 4841, dated December 12, 2007.
LEGAL DESCRIPTION
A certain tract or parcel of land situated in Section 34, Township 20 North, Range 4 East, Ouachita Parish, Louisiana, and being more particularly described as follows, to wit:
Commencing at the Southwest corner of Section 43, Township 20 North, Range 4 East, Ouachita Parish, Louisiana, proceed N 85º46'03”E, a distance of 7160.82 feet to a 5/8 inch rebar on the Easterly right-of-way line of U.S. Highway 165, said point also being the Northwest corner of a certain 0.572 acre tract acquired by Stone Gate Development, L.L.C. from Tray Jay, Inc., as per deed recorded in Conveyance Book 1989, Page 399, Records of Ouachita Parish, Louisiana for the POINT OF BEGINNING; thence, proceed N14º13’27” W along the Easterly right-of-way line of U.S. Highway 165, a distance of 221.25 feet to a set 5/8 inch rebar; thence, proceed N86º44’07” E, a distance of 458.44 feet to a set 5/8 inch rebar; thence, proceed S30º57’06”E, a distance of 159.09 feet to a set 5/8 inch rebar on the North line of said 0.572 Acre Tract; thence, proceed SS77~53’08”W along the North line of said 0.572 Acre Tract, a distance of 496.21 feet to the POINT OF BEGINNING, containing 2,000 acres, more or less, and being subject to all rights-of-way, easements and servitudes of record or of use.
This legal description is based on the boundary survey and plat (project no. 07-052) made by John B. Talley, III, Professional Land Surveyor No. 4841, dated September 26, 2007.
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NOTICE
MODULAR MEDICAL BUILDING FOR WEST MONROE SCHOOL BASED HEALTH CENTER:
West Monroe High School
201 Riggs Street, West Monroe, Louisiana 71291
INVITATION TO BID
BID NUMBER 37-08
OWNER REPRESENTATIVE:
Ouachita Parish School System; 100 Bry Street; Monroe, LA 71201
318.338.5338 telephone; 318.338.5339 fax
DOCUMENT DEPOSIT/CHARGE: $0.00
RELEASE DATE: January 24, 2008
BID OPENING DATE: February 18, 2008
BID OPENING TIME: 2:30 P.M. C.S.T.
BID OPENING LOCATION:
Ouachita Parish School System; 100 Bry Street; Monroe, LA 71201
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 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.
The Owner reserves the right to reject any and all bids.
OUACHITA PARISH SCHOOL BOARD
Jack White, President
ATTEST: Robert Webber, ED.D, Secretary
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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 2:00 P.M., February 28, 2008.
For: New Multipurpose Building for Ouachita Parish High School
681 Hwy 594
Monroe, Louisiana 71201
Ouachita Parish School Board
Bid Number: 38-08
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 (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 residing in this state. No Bid Bond indicating an obligation of less than five percent (5%) by any method in 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 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 Tuesday, February 19, 2008, at 9:00 A.M., at the job site on the Ouachita Parish 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
Attest: Dr. Robert Webber, ED.D, Secretary
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BID NOTICE
Sealed bids will be received by the Purchasing Agent, Ouachita Parish School Board, 100 Bry Street, P.O. Box 1642, Monroe, LA 71210-1642 until 1:00 P.M. C.S.T. February 19, 2008, at which time they will be publicly opened and read aloud for:
BID: 39-08
LIBRARY BOOKS
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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BID NOTICE
Sealed bids will be received by the Purchasing Agent, Ouachita Parish School Board, 100 Bry Street, P.O. Box 1642, Monroe, LA 71210-1642 until 2:00 P.M. C.S.T. February 18, 2008, at which time they will be publicly opened and read aloud for:
BID: 43-08
SCOREBOARD – OPHS
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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