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Public Notices: Thursday, May 8th, 2008

Public & Legal Notices may be submitted to us at legals@ouachitacitizen.com.

Public Notices Published Thursday, May 8th, 2008

NOTICE TO BIDDERS
Sealed bids will be opened and publicly read by the Purchasing Section of the
Bollweevil Eradication Program, 5825 Florida Blvd., Veterans’ Memorial Auditorium, Baton Rouge, LA, Wednesday, May 21, 2008 at 2:00 p.m. for the following
BW753B- Roving Aerial Application- LA Eradication Zone on an
“As Needed Basis” as listed in the solicitation
No bids will be received after the date and hour specified. The right is reserved to reject any and all bids and to waive any informalities. Specifications can be obtained from
Diane Miller, 5825 Florida Blvd., Suite 1221, Baton Rouge, LA between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
Diance C Miller
Procurement Director
4/24,5/1,5/8
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NOTICE
I, Adriel Joseph DOC # 532187, DOB 9/27/1965, currently residing in Ouachita Parish, Louisiana, have applied for clemency for my conviction of simple domestic battery, which occurred on 12/19/1998 and disturbing the peace, which occurred on 10/21/2005 in Ouachita Parish, Louisiana. If you have any comments or wish to communicate with the Board of Pardons, please call (225) 342-5421.
5/1,5/8,5/15
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NOTICE
I, Calvin Elliott, DOC # 335701, date of birth 5/15/65, currently residing in Ouachita Parish, Louisiana, have applied for clemency for my conviction of possession with intent to distribute a Schedule II narcotic, which occurred on December 16, 1992, in Ouachita Parish, Louisiana. If you have any comments or wish to communicate with the Board of Pardons, please call (225) 342-5421.
5/8,5/15,5/22
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NOTICE
The Ouachita Parish Police Jury will conduct (3) three public hearings on May 19, 2008 at 5:30 p.m. in the Police Jury Meeting Room at the Ouachita Parish Courthouse.
The purpose of the first public hearing will be to receive comments on Ordinance No. 8888 - Amending Section 14-1, Increasing the speed limit on Bayou Oaks Drive from 25 mph to 35 mph.
The purpose of the second public hearing will be to receive comments on Ordinance No. 8889 - Amending Article II of Chapter 24 to regulate unkept grass and weeds in clearly residential areas outside recognized subdivisions.
The purpose of the third public hearing will be to receive comments on Ordinance No. 8890 - Amending Ordinance No. 8879 Annual Operating Budget for General Fund, Special Revenue Funds, Debt Service Funds, and Capital Projects Funds for the year 2008.
All persons who wish to comment, protest, or object to any portion of the above mentioned ordinance or resolution are urged to attend this meeting.
5/1,5/8
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NOTICE
The Ouachita Parish Police Jury will conduct a public hearing on May 19, 2008 at 5:30 p.m. in the Police Jury Meeting Room at the Ouachita Parish Courthouse.
The purpose of the public hearing will be to receive comments on Ordinance No. 8891 Intent to Amend the boundaries of Calhoun Sewerage District No 6.
All persons who wish to comment, protest or object to any portion of the above mentioned ordinance or resolution are urged to attend this meeting.
5/8,5/15
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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 3, 2008.
For: HVAC Renovations to
West Monroe High School
201 Riggs Street
West Monroe, Louisiana 71291
Ouachita Parish School Board
Bid Number: 53-08
Complete Bidding Documents for this project are available in electronic form. They may be obtained without charge and without deposit from http://www.aeplans.com. Printed copies are not available from the Architect but arrangements can be made 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, La 71201
Telephone: (318) 340-1550
Facsimile: (318) 998-1315
E-Mail: bmcquire@tbarchitecture.com
This project is classified as mechanical. 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 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 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, 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 Monday, May 26th, 2008, at 9:00 A.M. at the job site on 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
Attest: Dr. Robert Webber, ED.D, Secretary
5/8, 5/15, 5/22
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PRAIRIE ROAD WATER DISTRICT
NOTICE TO WATER CUSTOMERS
PRAIRIE ROAD WATER SUPPLY
04-28-2008
PWS ID No LA 1073040
The Prairie Road Water District is currently in violation of the maximum contaminant level (MCL) for total trihalomethanes (TTHMs) as set forth by the State (Part XII of the Louisiana State Sanitary Code) (LAC 51: XII) and the Federal Primary Drinking Water Regulations (40 CFR Part 141).
The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals (LDHH) sets drinking water standards and requires the disinfection of drinking water. Where disinfection is used in the treatment of drinking water, disinfectants combine with naturally occurring organic and inorganic matter present in water to form chemicals called disinfection byproducts (DBPs). EPA and LDHH set standards for controlling the levels of disinfectants and DBPs in drinking water, including trihalomethanes (THMs) Some people who drink water containing THMs in excess of the MCL over MANY YEARS may experience problems with their liver, kidneys, or central nervous system, and may have an increased risk of getting cancer. In December 1998, EPA set enforceable drinking water standards for TTHMs at 80 parts per billion (ppb) to reduce the risk of cancer or other adverse health effects. Compliance with the TTHM standard for public water systems serving less than 10,000 individuals initially became effective and enforceable on January 1, 2004. Compliance with the TTHMs standard is determined by calculating a running annual average (RAA) of quarterly TTHMs sample results.
Compliance calculations performed during the first calendar quarter of 2008 show that the system’s current TTHMs running annual average is 201 ppb: thus, the system is currently in violation of the TTHMs standard..
Please share this information with all the other people who drink this water, especially those who may not have received this notice directly (for example, people in apartments, nursing homes, schools, and businesses). You can do this by posting this notice in a public place or distributing copies by hand or mail.
THIS IS NOT AN EMERGENCY, If had been, you would have been notified immediately. EPA and LDHH do not consider this violation to have any serious adverse health effects on human health as a result of short-term exposure; however, continued long-term exposure to TTHMs levels above the standard (e.g., 20 years of exposure) has the potential to have serious adverse effects on human health.
If you should have any questions please contact Ted Davidson, Operator at Prairie Road Water District, 2176 Prairie Road, Monroe, LA 71202; (318) 235-8461.
5/8
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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 Tuesday, May 27, 2008, at 5:30 PM in the Council Chambers of West Monroe City Hall to review the following application(s):
APPLICATION NO: PASE-08-15000003
APPLICANT: JENNITTA GLOVER
LOCATION: 309 NORTH 6TH STREET
REQUEST: PLANNING APPROVAL / SPECIAL EXCEPTION TO OPERATE A CLASS A CHILD CARE CENTER IN AN R-1 (SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL) ZONE.
LGL DSCRP: EAST 2/3 OF LOT 2 SQ 15 FLOURNOYS 1ST ADDN.
*due to Memorial Day holiday
The public is invited to attend.
5/8,5/15,5/22
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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 19, 2008, at 5:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of West Monroe City Hall to review the following application(s):
APPLICATION NO: OA-HIST-08-90000001
APPLICANT: STEVE AND REBECCA HALL
LOCATION: 412 TRENTON STREET
REQUEST: ANNEXATION INTO THE COTTONPORT HISTORIC DISTRICT
LGL DSCRP: 0.469 AC IN SEC 52 T18N R3E, FROM SW COR PARCEL 1 PROPERTY SOLD TO COTTONPORT PROPERTIES INC BK 1775-447, BEING INTERSECTION OF E R/W TRENTON ST & N R/W PINE ST, NORTHERLY ALG E R/W TRENTON ST 167.72 FT, E 121.71 FT S PARALLEL TO E R/W TRENTON ST 167.7 FT TO N R/W PINE ST, W ALG SAID R/W 121.71 FT TO POB AS SHOWN ON SURVEY BY DONALD KORN DATED 01/17/2001.
APPLICATION NO: PASE-08-15000003
APPLICANT: JENNITTA GLOVER
LOCATION: 309 NORTH 6TH STREET
REQUEST: PLANNING APPROVAL / SPECIAL EXCEPTION TO OPERATE A CLASS A CHILD CARE CENTER IN AN R-1 (SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL) ZONE.
LGL DSCRP:EAST 2/3 OF LOT 2 SQ 15 FLOURNOYS 1ST ADDN.
APPLICATION NO: ZC-08-45000001
APPLICANT: DELORES WISDOM
LOCATION: 903 WARREN DRIVE
REQUEST: ZONE CHANGE FROM R-1 (SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL) TO B-1 (TRANSITION BUSINESS)DISTRICT IN ORDER TO SELL THE PROPERTY.
LGL DSCRP: LOT IN SW ¼ OF SE ¼ SEC 21 T18N R3E BEG 30 FT W & 15 FT NO OF SE COR SE ¼, FRTG 155 FT ON W LINE RD, DEPTH 160 FT -SOLD 0.075 ACS PARCEL 3-3 BK 1664-613 R#102954-
The public is invited to attend.
5/1,5/8,5/15
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MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING
TOWN OF STERLINGTON
MAYOR AND BOARD OF ALDERMEN
STERLINGTON, LOUISIANA
6:30 P.M. TUESDAY, JANUARY 22, 2008
TOWN HALL COUNCIL ROOM
CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL
Mayor Vern Breland called the meeting to order. A quorum was present and acting. Aldermen present: Ronny Lowery, Cliff Bullock, Ron Hill, Ladd Williams and Bonnie Dilmore.
PRAYER/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Barry Bonner gave the invocation and led the group in the Pledge of Allegiance.
GUEST
Attending the meeting was Melissa Breland, Jim York, Mandy Smart with Cross Keys Bank, and Ronnie Malone.
Town personnel in attendance were Barry Bonner, Katy Balsamo, Tom Holtzclaw, and Marilyn Dilmore.
AGENDA MODIFICATIONS
M/S/C (MOVED, SECONDED, AND CARRIED) (Ronny Lowery, Ron Hill) to add the following agenda modifications:
Under Reports add LGAP Funding and Keep Kids Safe Program.
Under New Business remove item 2 Annex request by Barry Brister and add Resolution for Delta Regional Authority, add item number 3 Resolution for the 2008 Safe Routes, and add item number 4 Personnel Issues.
REPORTS
LGAP FUNDING
Mayor Breland reported we received a letter today; the town was awarded $35,000 for a new parking lot.
KEEP KIDS SAFE PROGRAM
Chief Bonner stated February 2nd 12 noon at the Recreation Center the children can sign up to become members of the rec center. It will be one free annual membership. Almost all the businesses have contributed to this program.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
ANNEXATION
Town Attorney Katy Balsamo stated the tax assessor’s office had a problem with the name and she had to get that straight. Mrs. Balsamo said it should be back to her next week. M/S/C (Ladd Williams, Bonnie Dilmore) to table until the February 12th meeting.
NEW BUSINESS
INTRODUCE ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE #2006-11 (OTG)
M/S/C (Ron Hill, Ladd Williams) to table the introduction of an ordinance amending ordinance #2006-11 (OTG) until the February 12th meeting.
ANNEXATION REQUEST PER BARRY BRISTER
M/S/C (Ronny Lowery, Ron Hill) to remove this item from the agenda.
RESOLUTION DELTA REGIONAL AUTHORITY
Tom Holtzclaw gave the Aldermen a copy of what is being submitted for the Delta Regional Authority 2008 federal grant program. On the first page we are requesting $250,000 that will be combined with the $800,000 LCDBG grant. It is almost identical to what we submitted last year except for some of the language within the next page in the description and the need for this project with the DEQ Order. Now we need the Resolution of support from the Council and for the Mayor to act on behalf of the town.
M/S/C (Ron Hill, Ladd Williams) to accept the resolution authorizing the Mayor to submit pre-application to Delta Regional Planning Authority as offer by Tom Holtzclaw the town engineer in the amount of $250,000 towards the construction of the sewerage treatment plant.
RESOLUTION SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL
Town Engineer Tom Holtzclaw gave the board copies of the 2008 Safe Routes to School application and reminded them that this is not a grant it is a reimbursable program; you spend the money and they will reimburse you for it.
M/S/C (Ladd Williams, Ronny Lowery) to adopt the resolution designating the Mayor of Sterlington to act on behalf of the Town and all matters pertaining to Safe Routes to School Sidewalk Project phase 2 submissions.
PERSONNEL ISSUE
M/S/C (Ladd Williams, Ronny Lowery) to enter into Executive Session at 7:02 p.m. to discuss personnel issues.
The meeting reconvened at 7:30 p.m. and there was no report from the Mayor or Board of Aldermen on the topic of personnel issue.
INVITATION FOR PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
Donald Duncan was present and explained to the Mayor and Board of Aldermen the he has been offered a job overseas and will be leaving February 1, 2008.
ADJOURN
There being no further business to discuss, the meeting was adjourned (Ladd Williams, Ron Hill).
Vern A. Breland, Mayor
Marilyn Dilmore, Town Clerk
5/8
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MINUTES OF SPECIAL MEETING
TOWN OF STERLINGTON
MAYOR AND BOARD OF ALDERMEN
STERLINGTON, LOUISIANA
6:30 P.M. TUESDAY, JANUARY 29, 2008
TOWN HALL COUNCIL ROOM
CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL
Mayor Vern Breland called the meeting to order. A quorum was present and acting. Aldermen present: Ronny Lowery, Cliff Bullock, Ron Hill, Ladd Williams, and Bonnie Dilmore.
PRAYER/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Alderman Ladd Williams gave the invocation and led the group in the Pledge of Allegiance.
GUEST
Guest attending the meeting were Dara To, and Christopher Garner.
Town personnel in attendance were Barry Bonner, Vince Hodnett, Eric Newnum, and Marilyn Dilmore.
NEW BUSINESS
HIRE TWO POLICE OFFICERS
Chief Bonner introduced Dara To and Christopher Garner, plus he explained how the department came to choose these two men for the openings with the department.
M/S/C (Ronny Lowery, Cliff Bullock) to hire Dara To and Christopher Garner as Police Officers as recommended by Chief Bonner at an annual salary of $19,051 plus employee benefit $3,600 and $300 holiday pay.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
ANNEXATION OF JOH-BAR HOLDINGS
M/S/C (Ladd Williams, Ronny Lowery) to table the annexation of Joh-Bar Holdings until the Special Meeting scheduled February 4, 2008 at 5:15 p.m.
ADJOURN
There being no further business to discuss, the meeting was adjourned (Ronny Lowery, Ladd Williams).
Vern A. Breland, Mayor
Marilyn Dilmore, Town Clerk
5/8
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MINUTES OF SPECIAL MEETING
TOWN OF STERLINGTON
MAYOR AND BOARD OF ALDERMEN
STERLINGTON, LOUISIANA
5:15 P.M. MONDAY, FEBRUARY 4, 2008
TOWN HALL COUNCIL ROOM
CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL
Mayor Vern Breland called the meeting to order. A quorum was present and acting. Aldermen present: Ronny Lowery, Ron Hill, Ladd Williams, and Bonnie Dilmore. Absent was Cliff Bullock.
GUEST
There were no guests attending the meeting.
Town personnel in attendance were Barry Bonner, Vince Hodnett, and Marilyn Dilmore.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
ANNEX JOH-BAR HOLDINGS
M/S/C (Ron Hill, Ladd Williams) to adopt Ordinance Number 2008-02 (OTG) annexing the 4.3 acres belonging to Joh-Bar Holdings.
NEW BUSINESS
CHARLES MCDONALD CONSULTING SERVICES
Mayor Breland gave copies of the proposal from Charlie Mac and Associates. The Mayor has been approached by businessmen and developers stating the town needs a consultant who knows the political families and will fight for the town.
M/S/C (Ladd Williams, Bonnie Dilmore) to table discussion until the Regular Meeting and request Mr. McDonald’s present at that meeting to answer questions.
ADJOURN
There being no further business to discuss, the meeting was adjourned (Ladd Williams, Ronny Lowery).
Vern A. Breland, Mayor
Marilyn Dilmore, Town Clerk
5/8
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MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING
TOWN OF STERLINGTON
MAYOR AND BOARD OF ALDERMEN
STERLINGTON, LOUISIANA
6:30 P.M. TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 12, 2008
TOWN HALL COUNCIL ROOM
CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL
Mayor Vern Breland called the meeting to order. A quorum was present and acting. Aldermen present: Ronny Lowery, Cliff Bullock, Ron Hill, Ladd Williams and Bonnie Dilmore.
PRAYER/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Charles McDonald gave the invocation and led the group in the Pledge of Allegiance.
GUEST
Attending the meeting was Charles McDonald, David Souignier with Luffey, Huffman & Monroe CPA, and Wilbert Wheeler.
Town personnel in attendance were Barry Bonner and his grandson Thorne, Katy Balsamo, and Marilyn Dilmore.
AGENDA MODIFICATIONS
M/S/C (MOVED, SECONDED, AND CARRIED) (Cliff Bullock, Ronny Lowery) to add the following agenda modification:
Under Reports add Community Affairs by Ladd Williams.
REPORTS
COMMUNITY AFFAIRS
Alderman Williams reported on this weekend the 16th is the Ashley St.Romain walk at the High School. The Chamber meeting will be Friday the 29th at noon at The Fish House. March 22nd is the Grand Opening for the Keystone Plaza from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
APPOINT 2 PLANNING & ZONING MEMBERS
M/S/C (Cliff Bullock, Ladd Williams) to table discussion until the next meeting.
CHARLES MCDONALD CONSULTING SERVICES
Mr. McDonald talked to the Council about his qualifications and contacts.
M/S/C (Cliff Bullock, Ronny Lowery) to enter into a one year contract with CMAC & Associates for consulting services starting February 13, 2008.
NEW BUSINESS
TOWN PERSONNEL PUBLIC WORKS
The Mayor and Ronny Lowery met with Pat McDonald about him taking over the Director’s position after Brian left. Pat agreed to do it temporary for 180 days to see if he could do it and to see if the town would be pleased with his work.
M/S/C (Ladd Williams, Cliff Bullock) for Pat McDonald to act as Public Works Director for 180 day probation period and increase his salary to $15 hourly and for the Mayor to complete a job description for this position so an evaluation can be done.
INVITATION FOR PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
BEFORE EXECUTIVE SESSION THE MAYOR WANTED TO DO THE INVITATION FOR PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
Wilbert Wheeler asked the Council to think about intergating the Police Department and to think about at the next budget hearings, setting aside funds for training people who live here.
Todd Newman talked to Azealea Apartments about them donating there sewer lift station to the town. Mayor Breland wants them to understand that we will only take the main trunk lines not the one that feeds to the individual apartments.
Todd Newman also reported on the Ormond case in the last court. He pled not guilty to diplapidated buildings. Mr. Ormond wanted to know what dilapidated meant. Chief Bonner told Mr. Newman that Mr. Ormond was cleaning up. He is to return to court on April 4th.
NEW BUSINESS CONTINUED
TOWN PERSONNEL TOWN HALL
M/S/C (Cliff Bullock, Ronny Lowery) to enter into Executive Session at 7:38 p.m. to discuss the character and the irregularities that we have.
MEETING RECONVENED AT 8:51 P.M.
M/S/C (Cliff Bullock, Ron Hill) understands that Tammy Stewart has stated she wants to resign then the Council will accept her resignation when she tenders it.
MINUTES & BUDGET
M/S/C (Ladd Williams, Ron Hill) to table the approval of the minutes and the budget until the next meeting.
MONTHLY EXPENDITURES
M/S/C (Ron Hill, Ladd Williams) to approve payment of the monthly expenditures for the town. M/S/C (Ron Hill, Bonnie Dilmore) to approve payment of the monthly expenditures for the sewer.
ADJOURN
There being no further business to discuss, the meeting was adjourned (Ladd Williams, Ronny Lowery).
Vern A. Breland, Mayor
Marilyn Dilmore, Town Clerk
5/8
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MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING
TOWN OF STERLINGTON
MAYOR AND BOARD OF ALDERMEN
STERLINGTON, LOUISIANA
6:30 P.M. TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 2008
TOWN HALL COUNCIL ROOM
CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL
Mayor Vern Breland called the meeting to order. A quorum was present and acting. Aldermen present: Ronny Lowery, Cliff Bullock, Ron Hill, Ladd Williams and Bonnie Dilmore.
PRAYER/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Breland gave the invocation and led the group in the Pledge of Allegiance.
GUEST
Attending the meeting was Roger Kinnison.
Town personnel in attendance were Barry Bonner, Todd Newman, Pat McDonald, Tom Holtzclaw, Katy Balsamo, and Marilyn Dilmore.
AGENDA MODIFICATIONS
M/S/C (MOVED, SECONDED, AND CARRIED) (Bonnie Dilmore, Ronny Lowery) to add the following agenda modification:
Under Reports add Community Affairs by Ladd Williams. Under New Business add Louisiana Compliance Questionaire, and Update from Town Attorney.
REPORTS
COMMUNITY AFFAIRS
Alderman Williams reported on the Chamber meeting is Friday at noon and will be at The Fish House. The First Baptist Church will have their Dedication on the morning of March 9th and Open House will be held the same day from 2-4 p.m. March 22nd at 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. will be the Grand Opening for Keystone Plaza.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
APPOINT 2 PLANNING & ZONING MEMBERS
M/S/C (Cliff Bullock, Ladd Williams) to table discussion until the next meeting.
TOWN HALL PARKING LOT GRANT
Tom Holtzclaw stated on the $35,000 grant for the driveway, Tetra Tech sent a quote of $750 to do the soil boring and analysis associated with that. Mr. Holtzclaw suggested going with that.
SAFE ROUTES
Mr. Holtzclaw mentioned that he has to turn this in this week and he will need a letter from the Chamber endorsing it and from the school board. Mayor Breland will contact Mr. Webber tommorrow.
CAPITAL OUTLAY
Mr. Holtzclaw stated at the Mayor’s request of where we stood on the matching funds for Capital Outlay, he prepared a chart on what has been spent divided in years and on what project. He will leave this with the Mayor.
UPDATE ON SAFE ROUTES
Tom Holtzclaw report on the last grant we got he prepared a map showing where the sidewalks and cross overs will be on High Street.
NEW BUSINESS
HIRING COURT CLERK
M/S/C ( Ron Hill, Ladd Williams) to authorize the Mayor to check references and to hire Sherri Sutton for a three month probation period at the rate of $9 hourly and then increase to $9.50 hourly after her probationary period.
LOUISIANA COMPLIANCE QUESTIONAIRE
M/S/C (Ron Hill, Ladd Williams) to table until the next meeting on March 11th.
UPDATE FROM TOWN ATTORNEY REGUARDING TOWN PERSONNEL
M/S/C (Ron Hill, Ronny Lowery) to move this discussion after the Invitation for Public Participation.
INVITATION FOR PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
Todd Newman stated on the CMAC agreement there was a retainer of $1,200 per month, plus billing for additional fees. Mr. Newman recommended we find out a rate for the addition fees and find out what or how many hours the $1,200 monthly will cover.
Todd Newman also needs the Resolution number of the resolution the town adopted pertaining to the Drainage and Road Tax money.
UPDATE FROM TOWN ATTORNEY REGARDING TOWN PERSONNEL
M/S/C (Ladd Williams, Ronny Lowery) to go into executive session at 7:32 p.m. to discuss town personnel issues.
MEETING RECONVENED AT 7:51 P.M.
MINUTES
M/S/C (Ladd Williams, Ron Hill) to approve the January 22nd , January 29th, January 24th, February 4th, and January 8th minutes with the noted corrections.
M/S/C (Bonnie Dilmore, Ronny Lowery) to approve the December 18th, and January 2nd minutes. Ron Hill and Ladd Williams abstained, since they were absent those meetings.
BUDGET
Ron Hill questioned the minus $206.20 on Property Taxes, under Electricity & Gas we have $729.25 and nothing budgeted, the Insurance Workers Comp has $6,797.50 and is over budget. He also questioned on the Police Budget the Garbage Service has $49.50 and nothing is budgeted and under Utilities $206.18 and nothing budgeted. Then on the Public Works Budget there is $206.17 under Utilities and nothing is budgeted. Marilyn stated on the property taxes she will get with the CPA to straighten that out, the Utilities on all three are being charged to the General Government Budget this year and she will make those changes, the Workers Comp Insurance required a down payment when we changed companies and she hasn’t gone back to figure up the amounts for the general government, police, and public works.
MONTHLY EXPENDITURES
M/S/C (Ron Hill, Ladd Williams) to approve payment of the monthly expenditures.
ADJOURN
There being no further business to discuss, the meeting was adjourned (Ronny Lowery, Ladd Williams).
Vern A. Breland, Mayor
Marilyn Dilmore, Town Clerk
5/8
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NOTICE TO BIDDERS
Sealed bids will be opened and publicly read by the Purchasing Division of the Department of Corrections, 504 Mayflower St., Building #8, Room 223, Baton Rouge, LA at 2:00 p.m., June 2, 2008 for the following solicitation number: 2225545
Contract to provide prepared meals for shelter located in Monroe, Louisiana
Bids, proposal forms, information and specifications may be obtained from the Purchasing Division, Department of Corrections, 504 Mayflower St., Baton Rouge, LA 70802. No bids will be received after the date and hour specified. The right is reserved to reject any and all bids and to waive any informalities.
Glenda Lindsey, CPPB
Procurement Manager
Phone: (225) 342-6594
Fax: (225) 342-6593
5/8
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PROCEEDINGS OF THE POLICE JURY, PARISH OF OUACHITA, STATE OF LOUISIANA, TAKEN AT A REGULAR MEETING HELD MONDAY, APRIL 7, 2008, AT 6:50 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, April 7, 2008 at 6:50 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.
Members Present (6): Charles Jackson, District A; Mack Calhoun, District B; Walt Caldwell, District C; Dorth Blade, District D; Shane Smiley, District E; and Pat Moore, District F
Members Absent (0)
Invocation was given by Mr. Leonard Tims. Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was led by Mr. Tims.
Motion by Mr. Jackson, seconded by Mr. Smiley to adopt the minutes of the regular Police Jury meeting held on March 17, 2008 with one correction. Motion passed with no opposition.
VISITORS:
The president recognized Ms. Danna Gillett, LSU Extension Agent, Family Development. Ms. Gillett spoke regarding the programs provided by the Extension Service for families and child care providers. Discussion ensued. No formal action was taken on this matter.
The president recognized Mrs. Susan Poe, Keep Ouachita Beautiful. Ms. Poe spoke regarding a seminar being held on May 8, 2008, from noon to 2 pm at the Monroe Civic Center to address the plight of welfare recipients. No formal action was taken on this matter.
DEPARTMENT HEAD REPORTS
The following department heads submitted monthly reports.
CODE ENFORCEMENT: Cpl. Wayne Heckford
Mr. Heckford spoke briefly regarding the monthly activities of the Code Enforcement officers. He stated that he and Deputy Elam had addressed the issue brought forth by last month visitor Janice Williams. Discussion ensued. No formal action was taken on this matter
FIRE DEPARTMENT: Greg Thompson for Chief Hemphill
HOMELAND SECURITY & EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS AGENCY: Mr. Butch Beckham, Director
The president recognized Mr. Butch Beckham, newly appointed Homeland Security Director and stated that he would take up this item listed on his agenda at this time. Mr. Mitchell spoke regarding the position and proceeded to swear Mr. Beckham in as indicated by state law. Mr. Beckham updated the jury on the status of the levees.
HOUSING: Ms. Peggy Steele, Director
The president recognized Ms. Steele, Housing Director. Ms. Steele spoke regarding the FEMA grants and the resignation of the director of HUD.
LAJET: Mr. Leonard Tims, Director
LIBRARY: Ms. Cheryl Mouliere, Director
MOSQUITO CONTROL: Dr. Cole Church, Director
The president recognized Shannon Rider who was present in the absence of Dr. Cole Church. Ms. Rider spoke regarding the bids received for chemicals and aerial spraying. Mr. Cammack informed the jury that the information was not available at this time and asked that the matter be deferred to the next meeting. Ms. Rider informed the jury about the passing of the tax for Mosquito Abatement. No action taken on this matter.
WORKFORCE INVESTMENT: Ms. Doretha Bennett, Director
MOTIONS * ORDINANCES * RESOLUTIONS:
MR. CHARLES JACKSON, DISTRICT A:
Motion by Mr. Jackson, seconded by Mr. Blade to adopt the minutes of the Finance Committee Meeting held on March 17, 2008. Motion passed with no opposition.
Mr. Jackson spoke regarding the memo to Mr. Harrison included in the packet about Risk
Assessment & Alternate Entry Planning of Hamilton Park and Sylvan Lakes Subdivisions. Mr. Harrison spoke regarding the matter and added the subdivision of Northwood Estates. He stated that he would continue to develop an assessment of the matter and issue a report back to the jury.
The following Resolution was offered by Mr. Jackson, seconded by Ms. Moore:
RESOLUTION 08-17
A RESOLUTION STATING THE INTEREST OF THE OUACHITA PARISH POLICE JURY IN THE ENDORSEMENT OF ADVANCE STORES COMPANY, INC., AND THEIR PROJECT #20080096 TO PARTICIPATE IN THE BENEFITS OF THE LOUISIANA ENTERPRISE ZONE PROGRAM; AND FURTHER PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO.
WHEREAS, the Louisiana Enterprise Zone Act of 1981, Act 901 was enacted by the Louisiana State Legislature, and Act 337 was enacted by the 1982 Legislature, Act 433 was enacted by the 1987 Legislature, and Act 581 was enacted by the 1995 Legislature, and
WHEREAS, the Louisiana Enterprise Zone Program offers significant incentives for economic development to most of the most distressed areas in Ouachita Parish, and
WHEREAS, the Louisiana Department of Economic Development designated CT 53.02 BG 1 in Ouachita Parish as Enterprise Zone eligible based on enabling legislation, R.S. 51.21.1787-1791, and
WHEREAS, the Ouachita Parish Police Jury states this endorsement is in agreement with the Overall Economic Development Plan for Ouachita Parish, and
WHEREAS, the attached Enterprise Zone map has been marked to show the location of the business being endorsed, and
WHEREAS, in accordance with the Louisiana Enterprise Zone Program requirements Ouachita Parish agrees:
1. To participate in the enterprise zone program.
To assist the Department in evaluating progress made in any enterprise zone within its jurisdiction.
To REFUND all applicable local sales taxes on the purchase of the material used in the construction of a building, or any addition or improvement thereon, for housing any legitimate business enterprise, and machinery and equipment used in that enterprise. This tax refund would be on materials, construction and equipment purchased for a project and used by a business permanently on that site.
NOW, THEREFORE:
Section 1. BE IT RESOLVED by the Ouachita Parish Police Jury in legal and regular session that Advance Stores Company, Inc., Project #20080096 is endorsed to participate in the Louisiana Enterprise Zone Program.
Section 2. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED by the Ouachita Parish Police Jury in legal and regular session that if any provision or item of this resolution of the application thereof is held invalid, such invalidity shall not affect other provisions, items or applications of this resolution which can be given effect without the invalid provisions, items or applications and to this end the provisions of this resolution are hereby declared severable.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that all resolutions or parts thereof in conflict herewith are hereby repealed.
The above resolution was adopted the 7th day of April 2008.
Mr. Jackson spoke regarding the matter of West Ouachita Sewerage District No. 16. Discussion ensued. Motion by Mr. Caldwell, seconded by Mr. Smiley to retain Mr. Harrison for the purpose of preparing a report summary of West Ouachita Sewerage District No. 16 at his regular billing rate. Motion passed with no opposition.
The president recognized Mr. Calhoun.
MR. CALHOUN, DISTRICT B:
The following ordinance was offered by Mr. Calhoun, seconded by Mr. Jackson:
ORDINANCE NO. 8887
AN ORDINANCE CHANGING THE NAME OF THE POLLING PLACE FOR PRECINCT 31 FROM RICHARDSON JR. HIGH SCHOOL, 910 THOMAS RD, WEST MONROE, LA TO OUACHITA PARISH SCHOOL BOARD MAINTENANCE FACILITY, 910 THOMAS RD, WEST MONROE, LA; AND FURTHER PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO,
WHEREAS, the present polling place for Precinct 31 is located at 910 Thomas Rd, West Monroe, LA; and
WHEREAS, a change in the name of the polling location for precinct 31 is indicated from Richardson Jr. High School to Ouachita Parish School Board Maintenance Facility in order to keep accurate the voting records of Ouachita Parish; and
WHEREAS, the Ouachita Parish School Board has changed the name of this facility from “Richardson Jr. High School” to “Ouachita Parish School Board Maintenance Facility”
NOW, THEREFORE:
BE IT ORDAINED by the Ouachita Parish Police Jury in legal and regular session that the change in name of the polling location of precinct 31 be and hereby is as follows:
Precinct 31 From: Richardson Jr. High School
910 Thomas Rd, West Monroe, LA 71291
To: Ouachita Parish School Board Maintenance Facility, 910 Thomas Rd, West Monroe, LA 71291
The ordinance was submitted to a roll call vote, and the vote thereon was as follows:
YEAS (6)
NAYS (0)
ABSTAINING (0)
The above ordinance was introduced and adopted on the 7th day of April 2008.
MR. CALDWELL, DISTRICT C:
Mr. Caldwell spoke regarding the matter of amending the meeting time of the Police Jury from 6:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. to include the committee meetings. Discussion ensued. Motion by Mr. Caldwell, seconded by Ms. Moore to adopt the new schedule of meetings for calendar year 2008. Motion passed with no opposition.
Mr. Caldwell spoke regarding the matter of a Juvenile Curfew Ordinance. Discussion ensued. Motion by Mr. Caldwell, seconded by Mr. Calhoun to pass a resolution requesting the legislature to grant limited authority to Police Juries to pass a juvenile curfew ordinance. Motion passed with no opposition.
Mr. Caldwell spoke regarding the status of the Road Lighting Districts and the legislation regarding such. Mr. Mitchell expressed gratitude to Representative Jones’ Office for their help in introducing the legislation. No action taken on this matter.
At this point in the meeting, Mr. Caldwell left the meeting and turned the gavel over to Mr. Blade, Vice President.
MR. BLADE, DISTRICT D:
Mr. Blade spoke regarding the letter concerning the Joint Venture with the Town of Richwood to cover ditches along MLK Drive at Hwy 165 Bypass east to Brown Rd. Discussion ensued. No formal action taken.
Mr. Blade asked Mr. Harrison to speak regarding the matter concerning the Shamblin Street Pump Station. Mr. Harrison suggested a meeting between the jury, the mayor and the newly elected mayor to address the issue. Discussion ensued. No formal action taken on this matter.
Mr. Blade asked Mr. Mitchell to speak regarding the matter of the Ingleside Sewerage District He stated that the contractor has completed their work and the project was substantially complete. Discussion ensued. Motion by Mr. Jackson, seconded by Mr. Smiley to authorize the president to execute the certificate of substantial completion upon presentation by the engineer. Motion passed with no opposition.
MR. SHANE SMILEY, DISTRICT E:
The following resolution was offered by Mr. Smiley, seconded by Mr. Calhoun:
RESOLUTION 08-15
A RESOLUTION APPOINTING TWAINNA CALHOUN, 3102 CLAIBORNE CIRCLE, MONROE, LA 71201, TO THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF MOSQUITO ABATEMENT BOARD BEGINNING APRIL 7, 2008 AND FURTHER PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO:
WHEREAS, there exists a vacancy on the Mosquito Abatement Board of Commissioners; and Ms. Twainna Calhoun, 3102 Claiborne Circle, Monroe, LA 71201 has expressed a desire to serve on said committee,
NOW, THEREFORE:
BE IT RESOLVED by the Ouachita Parish Police Jury in legal and regular session that the following individual, Ms. Twainna Calhoun, District E, be and hereby is appointed to the Mosquito Abatement District Board of Commissioners, beginning April 7, 2008.
The above resolution was adopted the 7th day of April 2008.
The Vice-President recognized Ms. Moore:
MS. PAT MOORE, DISTRICT F:
Ms. Moore asked Mr. Murray to speak regarding McHenry Gin Road. Mr. Murray suggested that a letter be written to Mr. Sherman Shaw concerning the road. No action taken on this matter.
Ms. Moore spoke regarding the matter of the State Capital Outlay Project-Southside Golf Course. Discussion ensued. Motion by Ms. Moore, seconded by Mr. Calhoun to authorize Mr. Harrison to retitle the project and resubmit it. Motion passed with no opposition.
Ms. Moore spoke regarding litter, beautification and the upkeep of parish properties. Discussion ensued. Motion by Ms. Moore, seconded by Mr. Jackson for the jury to take the initiative to engage others to take on the responsibility for improving the physical and visual aspects of our community. Motion passed with no opposition.
The following resolution was offered by Ms. Moore, seconded by Mr. Blade:
RESOLUTION 08-16
A RESOLUTION APPOINTING ARTIS WILSON, 106 FREDDY STREET, MONROE, LA 71202, TO THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF MOSQUITO ABATEMENT BOARD BEGINNING APRIL 7, 2008 AND FURTHER PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO:
WHEREAS, there exists a vacancy on the Mosquito Abatement Board of Commissioners; and Mr. Artis Wilson, 106 Freddy Street, Monroe, LA 71202, has expressed a desire to serve on said committee,
NOW, THEREFORE:
BE I RESOLVED by the Ouachita Parish Police Jury in legal and regular session that the following individual, Mr. Artis Wilson, District F, be and hereby is appointed to the Mosquito Abatement District Board of Commissioners, beginning April 7, 2008.
The above resolution was adopted on the 7th day of April 2008.
The Vice-President recognized Mr. Mitchell, Legal Counsel.
Mr. Mitchell spoke regarding the two applications for beer and whiskey licenses. Discussion ensued. Mr. Mitchell asked that a current survey to ensure that the businesses are not located near a church, school or playground. Motion by Mr. Blade, seconded by Mr. Smiley to approve the two applications for beer and whiskey subject to receiving a clear survey of said properties. Motion passed with no opposition.
SMITH, EUGENE DBA “BLUE MOON CAFÉ”, 1815 Conover Street, Monroe, LA 71202 , Ward 3, Class “A” Beer Retail Dealer (on premises), and Class “C” Retailing Liquor (on premises), RENEWAL 2008
BASHER, STEWART DBA “NO.LA. MOTOR SPEEDWAY, LLC. DBA MONROE MOTOR SPEEDWAY, 8850 Frontage Rd, Monroe, LA 71202, Ward 3, Class “A” Beer Retail Dealer(on premises), and Class “C” Retailing Liquor (on premises), NEW 2008
The Vice-President recognized Mr. Cammack:
FISCAL: Mr. Brad Cammack, Treasurer
Mr. Cammack spoke regarding the drug bid for the Correctional Center. Mr. Cammack stated that the Sheriff asked that the matter be deferred to the next meeting on April 21, 2008.
Mr. Cammack spoke regarding the food bid for Green Oaks Detention Home. He stated that Conco Foods was the low bidder for the second quarter and that they be awarded the contract for the second quarter. Motion by Ms. Moore, seconded by Mr. Jackson to aware the contract for food to Conco Foods for the second quarter of 2008. Motion passed with no opposition.
The Vice-President recognized Mr. Mitchell.
LEGAL: Mr. Jay B. Mitchell, ADA
Mr. Mitchell spoke regarding the available properties in West Ouachita Industrial Park. Discussion ensued. Motion by Mr. Jackson, seconded by Mr. Calhoun to engage Lazenby & Associates to prepare an evaluation of the two available parcels in the southern portion of the park. Motion passed with no opposition.
The Vice-President recognized Mr. Murray.
PUBLIC WORKS: Mr. John Tom Murray, Director
Mr. Murray asked Mr. Cammack to speak regarding the bids on the motor graders. Mr. Cammack spoke regarding the bid tabulation and recommended to the jury to buy one (1) used and one (1) new motor grader from LA Machinery. Motion by Mr. Calhoun, seconded by Mr. Jackson to accept the recommendation of the parish treasurer. Motion passed with no opposition.
The Vice-President recognized Mr. Harrison:
ROADS & DRAINAGE: Mr. Don Harrison, Engineer
Mr. Harrison spoke regarding the 2007 Street Improvement Contract with Amethyst Construction. He stated after final inspection that the project was found to be substantially complete. Mr. Harrison recommended to the jury to accept the project as substantially complete and to execute the certificate. In conjunction with the project, Mr. Harrison spoke and provided to the jury a change order to the contract which provided an adjustment in the amount of $117,397.57. Motion by Ms. Moore, seconded by Mr. Calhoun to have the president execute the necessary documents. Discussion ensued. Motion passed with no opposition.
Mr. Harrison spoke regarding the written proposals for testing services for the 2008 Road Program. Mr. Harrison stated that he had received proposals from 3 local companies and would like to recommend that Tetra Tech, Inc., be awarded the contract. Motion by Mr. Calhoun, seconded by Mr. Blade to authorize the acceptance of Tetra Tech, Inc., for soil and material testing services for the 2008 Road Program. Motion passed with no opposition.
INVITATION FOR PUBLIC PARTICIPATION:
The Vice-President invited the public to participate at this time.
Mr. John Sewell, Tanglewood Subdivision addressed the jury in reference to the Tanglewood Flood Control Project. Mr. Harrison updated Mr. Sewell on the actions taken on this matter at the March 17th meeting.
Mr. Steve Wells addressed the jury concerning litter control and suggested that citizens be fined or pick up litter. Mr. Wells mentioned that the media get involved with the process.
Mr. James Poe, Keep Ouachita Beautiful spoke regarding litter control and the active involvement of the jury in their efforts. Mr. Poe asked that the jury would sign the Louisiana Pledge to Keep It Clean for the display cabinet.
Cpl. Heckford informed the jury that the grant applied for last month had been approved.
There being no other business to come before this body, motion to adjourn by Mr. Calhoun, seconded by Mr. Jackson. Meeting adjourned at 8:40 p.m.
Walt M. Caldwell, IV, President
Deborah H. Sewell, Recording Secretary
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