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Public Notices: Thursday, January 1st, 2009

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

Public Notices Published Thursday, January 1st, 2009

NOTICE
A 1982 Chevrolet Chevette VIN 1G1AB68C8CA114402 is stored at Hemphill Towing & Recovery at 730 Lenwil Rd. West Monroe, LA 71292. If all current charges are not paid and vehicle claimed by owner by January 23, 2009 a Permit to Sell or Dismantle may be obtained.
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PUBLIC NOTICE OF BUDGET ADOPTION
In accordance with Louisiana Revised Statute 39:1306, the Budget of Revenues and Expenditures for the fiscal year beginning January 1, 2009, for the Ouachita Parish Assessor’s Salary and Expense Fund was adopted on December 3, 2008. The adopted budget is available for public inspection at the Ouachita Parish Assessor’s Office, 300 St. John Street, Room 103, Monroe, Louisiana 71201.
NOTICE
This is to certify that the OUACHITA PARISH ASSESSOR has complied with the Louisiana Revised Statute 39:1306 relative to public participation in the Budget process for the Year Ended December 31, 2009. Notice of availability for public inspection, publication of budget adoption, and public hearing was held all in compliance with applicable statute.
December 3, 2008
/s/ Rich Bailey
Assessor, Ouachita Parish
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LEGAL NOTICE
This is to certify that the FOURTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT INDIGENT DEFENDER JUVENILE FUND has complied with Louisiana Revised Statute 39:1307 relative to public participation in the Budget process for the Year Ended DECEMBER 31, 2009. Notice of availability for public inspection, publication of budget summary and public hearing was held in compliance with applicable statute.
MICHAEL CORTEAU
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LEGAL NOTICE
This is to certify that the FOURTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT INDIGENT DEFENDER I.T. FUND has complied with Louisiana Revised Statute 39:1307 relative to public participation in the Budget process for the Year Ended DECEMBER 31, 2009. Notice of availability for public inspection, publication of budget summary and public hearing was held in compliance with applicable statute.
MICHAEL CORTEAU
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LEGAL NOTICE
This is to certify that the FOURTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT INDIGENT DEFENDER EXPERT WITNESS FUND has complied with Louisiana Revised Statute 39:1307 relative to public participation in the Budget process for the Year Ended DECEMBER 31, 2009. Notice of availability for public inspection, publication of budget summary and public hearing was held in compliance with applicable statute.
MICHAEL CORTEAU
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LEGAL NOTICE
This is to certify that the FOURTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT INDIGENT DEFENDER GENERAL FUND has complied with Louisiana Revised Statute 39:1307 relative to public participation in the Budget process for the Year Ended DECEMBER 31, 2009. Notice of availability for public inspection, publication of budget summary and public hearing was held in compliance with applicable statute.
MICHAEL CORTEAU
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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 3784 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 9th day of December, 2008, and will be considered for adoption at the regular meeting of the Mayor and Board of Aldermen on the 13th day of January, 2009, 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. 3784
MOTION BY: Mr. Yeager
SECONDED BY: Mrs. Pearson
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF WEST MONROE, LOUISIANA TO SELL CERTAIN DESCRIBED MOVABLE PROPERTY WHICH IS NOT NEEDED FOR ANY PUBLIC PURPOSE BY THE CITY OF WEST MONROE, LOUISIANA TO THORNTON, MUSSO AND BELLEMIN COMPANY, INC., AND OTHERWISE PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO.
WHEREAS, the City of West Monroe, Louisiana, owns certain movable property which is not needed for public purposes, and
WHEREAS, Thornton, Musso and Bellemin Company, Inc. wishes to acquire such item for a price which is fair and reasonable, and which sale would be beneficial to the City of West Monroe and its residents.
NOW, THEREFORE:
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 is hereby authorized to sell certain movable property which is not needed for any public purpose by the City of West Monroe, Louisiana, which property is more particularly described as follows, towit: used, shop built clarifier, previously utilized in a pilot study in approximately 1995- 1996
(The above in “as is” condition) to Thornton, Musso and Bellemin Company, Inc. for the cash sum of TWO HUNDRED AND NO/100 ($200.00) DOLLARS or the costs of required prohibition in order to authorize this sale, whichever is greater, plus any and all costs to dismantle and transport (FOB site).
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 a Bill of Sale on behalf of the City of West Monroe, Louisiana, reflecting the price and terms set forth above, and to take any other action or execute any and all other documents deemed by him either necessary or appropriate in order to transfer the above described movable property, all as set forth above.
SECTION 3. The above ordinance was introduced on December 9, 2008, in 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 13 day of January, 2009, with the th final vote being as follows:
YEA:
NAY:
NOT VOTING:
ABSENT:
ATTEST: Benny Chelette, City Clerk, City of West Monroe, State of Louisiana
APPROVED THIS 9TH DAY OF DECEMBER, 2008:
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PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE is hereby given that the Planning Commission of the City of West Monroe will meet in special legal session on Tuesday, January 20, 2009, at 5:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of West Monroe City Hall to review the following application(s):
APPLICATION NO: PASE-08-15000006
APPLICANT: HRE ENTERPRISES LLC
LESLIE AND JASON HUMBLE
LOCATION: 403 NORTH 6TH STREET
REQUEST: PLANNING APPROVAL / SPECIAL EXCEPTION TO ALLOW SALES OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES OF LOW ALCOHOLIC CONTENT OR LIGHT WINE FOR CONSUMPTION ON THE PREMISES OF A RESTAURANT-ONLY ESTABLISHMENT (NO BAR AREA ALLOWED) IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE SERVICE OF MEALS IN A B-1 (TRANSITION BUSINESS) DISTRICT.
LGL DSCRP: CENTRAL 1/3 LOTS 4, 5, & 6 SQ 10 FLOURNOYS 1ST ADDN.
The public is invited to attend.
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NOTICE
A written examination will be given in approximately ninety (90) days on a competitive basis to approved applicants for the purpose of placing names on the competitive employment list for the class of Firefighter in accordance with the provisions of the Municipal Fire and Police Civil Service Law and the rules of the Ouachita Parish Fire Department Civil Service Board. Application forms and a list of the qualification requirements that must be met for admission to this examination may be obtained from the Fire Chief's Office, at 1000 New Natchitoches Road, West Monroe, Louisiana 71292. Completed applications must be received at the above address by January 8, 2009, 4:00 p.m. (Office hours are 8:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday).
Approved applicants will be notified of the exact date, time and place of the examination at least five days prior to the examination date.
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NOTICE OF PROPOSED ORDINANCE FOR SALE
OF SURPLUS IMMOVABLE PROPERTY
Pursuant to La. R.S. 33:4712, the Ouachita Parish Police Jury introduced on December 22, 2008, an ordinance for the proposed sale of a 10.77 +/- acre tract of land located in Section 6, Township 17 North, Range 3 west located on Enterprise Drive for and in consideration of the sum of $5,000.00 per acre.
Any opposition to the proposed ordinance shall be made in writing and filed with Deborah Sewell, Recording Secretary of the Ouachita Parish Police Jury, Ouachita Parish Courthouse, 301 South Grand Street, Room 203, Monroe, Louisiana, within fifteen (15) days of the first publication of this notice.
Deborah H. Sewell, Recording Secretary
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PROCEEDINGS OF THE POLICE JURY, PARISH OF OUACHITA, STATE OF LOUISIANA, TAKEN AT A REGULAR MEETING HELD MONDAY, NOVEMBER 17, 2008 AT 5:35 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, November17, 2008 at 5:35 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.
Members Present (6)
Charles Jackson, District A; Mack Calhoun, District B; Walt Caldwell, District C; Dorth Blade, District D; Shane Smiley, District E; Pat Moore, District F.
Members Absent (0)
Invocation was given by Ms. Moore. Pledge of Allegiance to the flag was led by Ms. Moore.
Motion to adopt the minutes of the Regular Meeting including the Personnel and Public Works Committee Meetings held on November 3, 2008, was offered by Ms. Moore, seconded by Mr. Blade. Motion passed without opposition.
The president recognized Ms. Kim Craft of 114 Gumwood Drive, West Monroe, LA 71291. Ms Craft spoke regarding the construction work done on 40 Oaks Farm Rd back in August of this year. Ms. Craft stated that the work on the road had left tar on her vehicle. Ms. Craft asked the jury to have the tar removed from the gas tank and fender of her motorcycle. Mr. Mitchell stated that the claim had been reviewed and denied. Discussion ensued. Mr. Mitchell advised and recommended to the jury, that in order to take action on this matter that the agenda would have to be amended to take it up.
A motion was offered by Mr. Jackson, seconded by Mr. Smiley to amend the agenda to take up the matter regarding the tar on the motorcycle. Motion failed due to Mr. Caldwell’s opposition.
The president convened a PUBLIC HEARING on Ordinance No. 8912 Establishing the speed limit of thirty- five (35) miles per hour on Simmie Woods Road. No one appeared to speak in favor of or against this ordinance. Motion offered by Mr. Jackson, seconded by Mr. Calhoun to close the public hearing. Motion passed without opposition.
The president asked for a motion to recess the regular police jury meeting in favor of the Finance Committee meeting. Motion was offered by Mr. Jackson, seconded by Mr. Blade to recess the regular meeting in favor of the Finance Committee meeting. Motion passed without opposition.
FINANCE COMMITTEE MEETING
The chairman, Mr. Charles Jackson called the Finance Committee meeting to order at 5:56 p.m. Mr. Jackson recognized Mr. Cammack, Treasurer.
Mr. Cammack spoke regarding the claims statement for the period of 10/17/08 to 11/13/08 and recommended approval. Motion offered by Mr. Calhoun, seconded by Mr. Jackson to approve the claims. Motion passed without opposition.
Mr. Cammack spoke regarding the recent bid opening for the electronic locking system at the correctional facility. Mr. Cammack recommended to the jury to reject all bids and to rebid the project. Mr. Cammack stated that he had spoken with the sheriff and that the sheriff as well as the architect agreed that the project should be put back out for bids. Discussion ensued. Warden Newcomer spoke stating that an error had been made in totaling the initial cost estimate and that the low bid was consistent with the corrected cost estimate. Rick Ray of McKee Electronics spoke regarding the bid offered by his company. Additional discussion ensued. The matter was deferred to the December 1st meeting of the police jury.
Mr. Cammack spoke regarding the 2008 Amended and 2009 Proposed Budgets. The chairman stated that he would like to take care of the matters regarding the 911 Office at this time and come back to the budgets.
The chairman recognized Mr. Lott, 911 Director. Mr. Lott spoke and recommended the hiring of Teresa Porter in the position of 911 Call Taker. Motion offered by Mr. Blade, seconded by Mr. Calhoun to hire Ms. Porter in the position of 911 Call Taker. Motion passed without opposition. Mr. Lott spoke and recommended the hiring of Shantrail Y. Scott in the position of 911 Call-Taker Manager. Motion offered by Mr. Smiley, seconded by Mr. Jackson to approve the hiring of Ms. Scott in the position of 911 Call Taker Manager.
The chairman recognized Mr. Cammack. Mr. Cammack spoke regarding the General Fund- School Based Clinics, Hospital Settlement Fund, General Liability Insurance Fund, and the Workmen’s Comp Insurance Fund budgets. No action was taken on this matter.
The chairman stated that the next budget meeting is set for Thursday, November 20th at 3 p.m.
The chairman recognized Mr. Murray, Public Works Director. Mr. Murray spoke regarding the hiring of Keith Blakes in the position of General Laborer. Motion offered by Mr. Caldwell, seconded by Ms. Moore to hire Keith Blakes in the position of General Laborer pending the results of his physical. Motion passed without opposition.
Mr. Murray spoke regarding the hiring of Vicki Bynum in the position of Equipment Operator I. Motion offered by Mr. Caldwell, seconded by Mr. Blade to hire Ms. Bynum in the position of Equipment Operator I. Motion passed without opposition.
Mr. Murray spoke regarding the purchase of four (4) tractors with boom mower attachments. Mr. Murray stated that the tractors would be purchased off state contract. Discussion ensued. Motion offered by Mr. Caldwell, seconded by Mr. Calhoun to purchase four (4) tractors with boom mower attachments. Motion passed without opposition.
Chief Hemphill informed the jury that the fire department’s budget had been presented to the Fire Department Citizen’s Advisory Committee at last Thursday meeting. The chief stated that the committee had unanimously recommended approval of the budget as presented.
The chairman asked for a motion to adjourn the Finance Committee meeting and reconvene the regular police jury meeting. Motion offered by Mr. Blade, seconded by Mr. Caldwell to adjourn the Finance Committee meeting at 6:45 p.m.
The regular meeting of the police jury was reconvened at 6:46 pm.
MOTIONS * ORDINANCES * RESOLUTIONS:
The president recognized Mr. Jackson, District A.
MR. CHARLES JACKSON, DISTRICT A:
Mr. Jackson spoke regarding the status of G. B. Cooley Road. Mr. Murray, Public Works Director stated that a cost estimate of $985 had been established for placing buttons on the road at both locations. Mr. Murray indicated that there was a need for some type of device to reflect the change in the roads and recommended this action to the jury. Motion offered by Mr. Jackson, seconded by Ms. Moore to act on the recommendation by public works to place speed buttons as specified by G. B. Cooley Road. Motion passed without opposition.
The president recognized Mr. Calhoun, District B.
MR. CALHOUN, DISTRICT B:
Mr. Calhoun asked Mr. Harrison to speak regarding the bathrooms at Cheniere Lake Area 3. Mr.
Harrison stated that bids were originally schedule to open today on the project, but as of early last week, there were no bidders on the project. Mr. Harrison stated that he had issued an addendum extending the bid deadline for an additional two weeks- December 1, 2008. Mr. Calhoun asked that the matter be deferred until that time.
Mr. Calhoun asked Mr. Harrison to speak regarding road repairs related to the Pipeline settlement. Mr. Harrison stated that bids were opened on November 14th and that a summary of the bids had been given to each juror. Mr. Harrison stated that the low bidder for the project was Amethyst Construction, Inc., of West Monroe with a bid of $414,958.20 and recommended them for the job. Motion offered by Mr. Calhoun, seconded by Mr. Jackson to approve the low bid of Amethyst Construction for the West Ouachita Road Repairs Project in the amount of $414,958.20. Motion passed without opposition.
Mr. Calhoun, seconded by Mr. Blade, introduced the following ordinance for final adoption:
ORDINANCE NO. 8912 (FINAL)
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 14-1,ESTABLISHING THE SPEED LIMIT OF THIRTY-FIVE MILES (35) PER HOUR ON SIMMIE WOODS RD; AND FURTHER PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO.
WHEREAS, the Ouachita Parish Police Jury finds that it is in the public interest to established a speed limit of thirty-five (35) miles per hour on Simmie Woods Rd;
NOW, THEREFORE:
BE IT ORDAINED by the Ouachita Parish Police Jury in legal and regular session that Section 14-1 of the Compiled Ordinances of the Ouachita Parish Police Jury, be and hereby amended as follows, to-wit:
Section 14.1. Speed Limits
Simmie Woods – thirty-five (35) miles per hour
BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that Notice of this proposed speed limit be published in the Official Journal of the Ouachita Parish Police Jury on November 13, 2008, and a Public Hearing shall be held in the Police Jury Meeting Room, Second Floor, Ouachita Parish Courthouse, 300 St. John Street, Monroe, Louisiana, November 17, 2008, to hear comments from all interested parties.
The above ordinance was introduced on the 3rd day of November 2008.
The Ordinance was submitted to a roll call vote and the vote thereon was as follows:
YEAS (6)
NAYS (0)
ABSTAIN (0)
ABSENT (0)
The above ordinance was adopted on the 17th day of November 2008.
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Mr. Calhoun, seconded by Mr. Smiley, offered the following resolution for adoption:
RESOLUTION 08-50
A RESOLUTION REAPPOINTING MR. CHARLES JOHNSTON TO THE FIRE ADVISORY COMMITTEE, DISTRICT B, BEGINNING NOVEMBER 17, 2008 AND ENDING NOVEMBER 17, 2009; AND FURTHER PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO,
WHEREAS, Mr. Charles Johnston, Monroe, LA 71202 (District B) has expressed a desire to continue 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, Mr. Charles Johnston, be and hereby is reappointed to the Fire Advisory Committee, beginning November 17, 2008 and ending November 17, 2009.
The above resolution was adopted this 17th day of November 2008.
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MR. CALDWELL, DISTRICT C:
Mr. Caldwell asked Mr. Harrison to speak regarding the drainage project with the City of West Monroe. Mr. Harrison stated that he was waiting to hear back from the city of West Monroe and their engineer. Mr. Caldwell asked that a letter be drafted and sent to the city regarding the matter.
The president recognized Mr. Blade, District D.
MR. BLADE, DISTRICT D:
Mr. Blade, unanimously seconded, offered the following resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. 08-49
A RESOLUTION SUPPORTING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A UNITED STATES POST OFFICE IN SOUTHEAST OUACHITA PARISH, LOUISIANA; AND FURTHER PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO.
WHEREAS, for purposes of this Resolution “Southeast Ouachita Parish” is that portion of Ouachita Parish, Louisiana lying east of the Ouachita River and south of Interstate 20;
WHEREAS, Southeast Ouachita Parish has a population of more than Thirty-One Thousand (31,000) persons and is also home to many businesses, industrial concerns, schools, and commercial facilities;
WHEREAS, Southeast Ouachita Parish includes portions of the City of Monroe, the entire Town of Richwood, and a significant portion of the unincorporated area of Ouachita Parish, including the communities of Bosco, Tanglewood, Charmingdale, Gourd Bayou, and Prairie Road, among others;
WHEREAS, Southeast Ouachita Parish is remote from the existing United States Post Offices in Ouachita Parish, all of which are located north of Interstate 20; and,
WHEREAS, many of the residents of Southeast Ouachita Parish are economically disadvantaged and the need to travel to the northern portion of the parish to conduct business with a United States Post Office presents not just a mere inconvenience, but a hardship;
WHEREAS, the Ouachita Parish Police Jury believes that the establishment of a United States Post Office in Southeast Ouachita Parish will greatly serve the citizens and business in that community;
NOW, THEREFORE:
BE IT RESOLVED that the Ouachita Parish Police Jury in legal and regular session hereby endorses and supports the establishment of a United States Post Office in Southeast Ouachita Parish, Louisiana.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this Resolution be forwarded to Representative Alexander; Senator Landrieu; Senator Vitter; the United States Postmaster General; and the United States Postmaster(s) having jurisdiction over Ouachita Parish and the State of Louisiana.
The above resolution was adopted the 17th day of November 2008.
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The president recognized Mr. Smiley, District E.
MR. SHANE SMILEY, DISTRICT E:
Mr. Smiley indicated that he had no items.
The president recognized Ms. Moore, District F.
MS. PAT MOORE, DISTRICT F:
Ms. Moore spoke regarding the recent Safe Routes to School Conference held in New Orleans. Ms. Moore suggested that an invitation be extended to the Shalanda Cole, Safe Routes to School Coordinator to come to Ouachita Parish and present an overview of the program. Motion offered by Ms. Moore, seconded by Mr. Blade to support the efforts of securing funding for the Safe Routes to School Program by extending an invitation to the coordinators to come to Ouachita Parish. Motion passed without opposition.
The president recognized Mr. Cammack, Treasurer:
ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS:
FISCAL: Mr. Brad Cammack, Treasurer
Mr. Cammack reminded the jury that the first police jury meeting in December follows a holiday.
The president recognized Chief Hemphill, Fire Department.
FIRE: Chief Pat Hemphill, Fire Department
Chief Hemphill stated that he had two personnel actions for the jury’s consideration:
Kirk, Christopher
Placed on Administrative leave with pay pending investigation
Effective Date 11/07/08
Coleman, Marcus
Resigned
Effective Date 11/12/08
Motion offered by Mr. Caldwell, seconded by Mr. Smiley to approve the recommendations of the chief. Motion passed without opposition.
The president recognized Mr. Mitchell, Legal Counsel.
LEGAL: Mr. Jay B. Mitchell, Assist. Dist. Attorney
Mr. Mitchell spoke regarding the request of the Ouachita Parish School Board for reimbursement of mineral royalties. Mr. Mitchell recommended to the jury to reimburse the school board the royalties in the amount of $49,088.00. Discussion ensued. Motion offered by Mr. Caldwell, seconded by Mr. Blade to reimburse Ouachita Parish School Board $49.088.00 in royal payments. Motion passed without opposition.
Mr. Mitchell spoke regarding a letter from the city of Monroe requesting revocation of an ordinance that created a regional planning commission. Mr. Mitchell stated that he was researching the ordinance and would bring it back to the jury at a later date.
The president recognized Mr. Murray, Public Works Director.
PUBLIC WORKS: Mr. John Tom Murray, Director
Mr. Murray informed the jury that Good Hope Road Bridge would be closed on Saturday, November 22, 2008 at 8:30 am and reopen on Wednesday, November 26th at 5 pm for bridge repairs.
The president recognized Mr. Harrison, Parish Engineer.
ROADS & DRAINAGE: Mr. Don Harrison, Engineer
Mr. Harrison spoke regarding the Hazard Mitigation Planning Pilot Grant Program. Mr. Harrison stated that the mitigation plan had to be maintained and updated every five years. Mr. Harrison asked the jury to approve the withdrawal from the Hazard Mitigation Planning Pilot Grant Program and to apply for a new grant under the Hazard Mitigation Plan Update. Discussion ensued. Motion offered by Mr. Caldwell, seconded by Ms. Moore to execute a letter on behalf of the Police Jury to withdraw from the Hazard Mitigation Planning Pilot Grant Program and apply for the Hazard Mitigation Plan Update Program. Motion passed without opposition.
BEER AND WHISKEY APPLICATIONS:
Mr. Mitchell presented the following beer and whiskey applications for approval. Mr. Mitchell requested that item number 8 be tabled at this time due to an incomplete application. Motion offered by Mr. Caldwell, seconded by Mr. Smiley to table item number 8. Motion passed without opposition. Mr. Mitchell recommended approval of items 1-7, and 9. Motion offered by Mr. Caldwell, seconded by Mr. Blade to approve the 2009 renewal of items number 1-7 and 9. Motion passed without opposition.
1) FULLER, TERRY DBA FULLER’S GROCERY, 4188 HWY 34, WEST MONROE, LA 71292, RETAIL CLASS “B” BEER, 2009 RENEWAL
2) HOWARD, OLIVER DBA WESTERN CLUB, INC., 306 MEDORAH DRIVE, WEST MONROE, LA 71291, AFTER HOURS BOTTLE CLUB –2009 RENEWAL
3) WAGNON, MICHAEL DBA LOUISIANA DISCOUNT TOBACCO, INC. DBA DISCOUNT TOBACCO OUTLET #27, 106 SMITH STREET, WEST MONROE, LA 71292, RETAIL CLASS “B” BEER, RETAIL CLASS “D” LIQUOR – 2009 RENEWAL
4) SMITH, JAMES A. DBA CLASSIC FOODS, 610 SMITH STREET, WEST MONROE, LA 71292, RETAIL CLASS “B” BEER, RETAIL CLASS “D” LIQUOR – 2009 RENEWAL
5) CORDELL, JOHN H IV DBA HARDE MART #115, 104 HWY 34, WEST MONROE, LA 71292, RETAIL CLASS “B” BEER, RETAIL CLASS “D” LIQUOR –2009 RENEWAL
6) CORDELL, JOHN H IV DBA HARDE MART #103, 331 HWY 546, WEST MONROE, LA 71291, RETAIL CLASS “B” BEER, RETAIL CLASS “D” LIQUOR – 2009 RENEWAL
7) KANG, HARDIAL DBA SUPER MART, 8635 HWY 165N, MONROE, LA 71203, RETAIL CLASS “B” BEER, RETAIL CLASS “D” LIQUOR- 2009 RENEWAL
8) KANG, HARDIAL DBA SPICE, 8649 HWY 165N-SUITE 10, MONROE, LA 71203, RETAIL CLASS “A” BEER, RETAIL CLASS “C” LIQUOR, RETAIL RESTAURANT- 2009 NE
9) LENARD, JOSEPHINE DBA PETES II, 134 KINGS LAKE RD, WEST MONROE, LA 71292, RETAIL CLASS “A” BEER, RETAIL CLASS “C” LIQUOR- 2009 RENEWAL
There being no other business to come before the jury at this time, motion to adjourn was offered by Mr. Jackson, seconded by Mr. Calhoun. The meeting was adjourned at 7:25 p.m.
A D J O U R N!
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OUACHITA PARISH POLICE JURY
FINANCE COMMITTEE MEETING
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 20, 2008 – 3:00 PM
POLICE JURY CONFERENCE ROOM
Chairman Charles Jackson called the meeting to order at 3:00 pm. Jurors present were Mrs. Pat Moore, Mr. Dorth Blade, Mr. Mack Calhoun, and Jackson.
Ouachita Registrar of Voters Christa Medaries presented the departments 2008 amended and 2009 proposed budgets.
No action was taken.
Mr. Steve McAdams presented the Health Unit’s 2008 amended budget and 2009 proposed budgets. McAdams presented a memo that outlined some of the requests within the budget. Discussion included the request for renovation/remodeling that will make the Health Unit compliant with HIPPA regulations. These would be one-time expenses.
No action was taken.
Mr. Brad Cammack, Police Jury Treasurer, presented the 2008 amended and 2009 proposed budgets for the Capital Outlay – Health Unit fund.
No action was taken.
Cammack presented the 2008 amended and 2009 proposed budgets for the Administration Fund. Discussion included the possibility of opening a Special Projects Coordinator position after the first of the year.
No action was taken.
Cammack presented a document entitled “Investment Policy & Procedures” that has been prepared for the Jury’s approval. The Jury needs to have a policies and procedures in place before investments can be purchased.
No action was taken.
Cammack presented the 2008 amended and 2009 proposed budgets for the Public Works Reserved Funds fund.
No action was taken.
Ms. Doretha Bennett, Workforce Investment Board Director, presented the 2008 amended and 2009 proposed budgets for WIA – Adult, WIA – Youth, WIA – Dislocated Workers, STEP, WIA – Administration, Community Response Initiative (CRI), Dislocated Worker – Emergency Grant, and Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA).
Mr. Shane Smiley arrived at the meeting at 4:12.
Mr. Walt Caldwell arrived at the meeting at 4:18.
Bennett announced that the CRI program had been sent a memo stating that the program had six (6) months remaining.
No action was taken on the budgets.
Caldwell requested that the Health Unit budget be revisited. He had questions regarding the presentation made earlier in the meeting when he was not present.
Jurors discussed the history of the Health Unit and the Police Jury’s responsibilities for it. Discussion also included the various requests that had been made for the Jury to include in the budget.
Cammack said that there was a truck within the Courthouse Maintenance fund that could be transferred to the Health Unit. The department would pay the general fund for it.
The Jury will also look at hiring someone to answer the telephones as its employee versus getting a temporary employee through a temporary employment agency as had been requested by McAdams.
Cammack would also check with Mr. Bill Land regarding the renovations/remodeling project.
There was no other business to come before the group and the meeting adjourned at 5:10 PM.
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PROCEEDINGS OF THE POLICE JURY, PARISH OF OUACHITA, STATE OF LOUISIANA, TAKEN AT A REGULAR MEETING HELD MONDAY, DECEMBER 1, 2008 AT 5:35 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, December 1, 2008 at 5:35 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)
Charles Jackson, District A; Mack Calhoun, District B; Walt Caldwell, District C; Dorth Blade, District D; Shane Smiley, District E; Pat Moore, District F
Members Absent (0)
Invocation was given by President Caldwell. Pledge of Allegiance to the flag was led by President Walt Caldwell.
The president stated that the matter regarding the adoption of the minutes for the last meeting will be deferred to the December 15th meeting.
The president announced the following service awards for the month of December.
SECTION 8 HOUSING: MARGARET BOWIE – 20 YEARS
TREASURY/ADMINISTRATION: BRADLEY CAMMACK – 15 YEARS
GREEN OAKS: RONNIE JOHNSON – 10 YEARS
PUBLIC WORKS: JOHN WASHINGTON – 10 YEARS
The president stated that there were no visitors for this evening and that he would entertain a motion to recess the regular police jury meeting in favor of the Personnel Committee meeting. A motion to recess was offered by Mr. Smiley, seconded by Mr. Blade. Motion passed without opposition.
PERSONNEL COMMITTEE MEETING
The chairman, Mr. Dorth Blade called the Personnel Committee meeting to order at 5:38 p.m. The chairman recognized Mr. Tims who was not present at the time. Mr. Cammack asked Ms. Harper, Human Resource Coordinator to speak regarding the matter of concerning Mr. Tim’s office. Ms. Harper stated that Mr. Tims had conducted interviews and recommended that Kristina Moskal be hired in the temporary Office Assistant I position. Motion offered by Mr. Jackson, seconded by Mr. Calhoun to approve the hiring of Kristina Moskal as temporary Office Assistant I in the LaJet Office. Motion passed without opposition.
The chairman recognized Chief Hemphill. Chief Hemphill stated that he had two personal items for the jury consideration. Chief Hemphill recommended that William Lensing returned to active duty effective 11/12/08. Motion offered by Mr. Caldwell, seconded by Mr. Jackson to approve the return of William Lensing to active duty effective 11/12/08. Motion passed without opposition.
Chief Hemphill recommended to the jury that they go into executive session to discuss the second matter concerning Christopher Kirk. Discussion ensued. Motion offered by Mr. Caldwell, seconded by Mr. Smiley to defer the personnel matter concerning Mr. Kirk to the end of the meeting. Motion passed without opposition.
Motion offered by Mr. Blade, seconded by Mr. Jackson to adjourn the Personnel Committee meeting in favor of the Public Works Committee meeting. Motion passed without opposition.
The Personnel Committee meeting was adjourned at 5:43 p.m.
The president asked for a motion to convene the Public Works Committee meeting. Motion was offered by Mr. Smiley, seconded by Mr. Blade to convene as the Public Works Committee meeting. Motion passed without opposition.
PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE MEETING
The chairman, Mr. Mack Calhoun called the Public Works Committee meeting to order at 5:44 p.m. The chairman recognized Mr. Murray, Public Works Director who was not present at the time. Discussion ensued. Motion offered by Mr. Calhoun, seconded by Mr. Jackson to defer the matter regarding the final subdivision approval of Parkwood II Estates to the end of the meeting. Motion passed without opposition.
Motion offered by Mr. Caldwell, seconded by Mr. Blade to adjourn the Public Works Committee meeting. Motion passed without opposition. The Public Works Committee meeting was adjourned at 5:45 p.m.
The president asked for a motion to resume the regular police jury meeting. Motion offered by Mr. Calhoun, seconded by Mr. Smiley to resume the regular meeting of the police jury. Motion passed without opposition.
The president recognized department heads for their monthly reports.
DEPARTMENT HEAD REPORTS
Chief Hemphill stated that the monthly statistics had been compiled and provided to each juror.
OCC CORRECTIONS: Major Brian Newcomer
Mr. Cammack asked that the matter concerning the electronic locking system for the Correction Center be addressed at this time. None of the jurors had any objections to taking up the matter. Mr. Cammack recommended approval of McKee Electronics for the electronic locking system for the correctional facility. Discussion ensued. Motion was offered by Mr. Blade, seconded by Ms. Moore to accept the low bid of $245,988.00 by McKee Electronics for the electronic locking system. Motion passed without opposition.
The president recognized Bill Roark, Tri-State Properties. Mr. Roark spoke regarding the option on the Desiard Street property and asked that the jury extend the option an additional six months. Discussion ensued. The president stated that the matter will be deferred until the December 15th meeting. Mr. Roark spoke regarding the contract on the sale of the property on Trade Rd. Mr. Calhoun asked that this matter be deferred until the December 15th meeting of the jury.
MOTIONS * ORDINANCES * RESOLUTIONS:
The president recognized Mr. Jackson, District A.
MR. CHARLES JACKSON, DISTRICT A:
Mr. Jackson spoke regarding the Sewer District 16 Engineering Report and asked that Kevin Crosby of Lazenby & Associates speak. Mr. Crosby spoke regarding the report compiled by Lazenby & Associates of existing sewer systems within West Ouachita Sewerage District No. 16. Discussion ensued. Mr. Crosby requested that his agency be allowed to seek funding for the first two phases of the project; which includes gravity line I to New Natchitoches Road and connecting three subdivisions to the existing system. Motion offered by Mr. Jackson, seconded by Mr. Calhoun to allow the firm of Lazenby & Associates to pursue funding for gravity line I to New Natchitoches Road, to upgrade lift station at New Natchitoches Road, and connect three subdivisions. Motion passed with Mr. Blade abstaining.
Mr. Jackson stated that he would like to defer items 2 and 3 to the next meeting of the jury. Mr. Jackson, seconded by Mr. Smiley asked to amend the agenda to take up the items 2008 Operating Budgets and the 2009 Budgets. Mr. Jackson indicated that these items had been advertised and it was necessary to address these items due to the time constraints. Motion passed without opposition.
The following ordinance was introduced by Mr. Jackson:
ORDINANCE NO. 8914
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO.8879, ANNUAL OPERATING BUDGET FOR GENERAL FUND, SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS, DEBT SERVICE FUNDS, AND CAPITAL PROJECTS FUNDS FOR THE YEAR, 2008.
The following ordinance was introduced by Mr. Jackson:
ORDINANCE NO. 8915
AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING OPERATING BUDGETS OR REVENUE AND EXPENDITURES FOR THE FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING JANUARY 1, 2009 AND ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009, FOR GENERAL FUND, SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS, DEBT SERVICE FUNDS, CAPITAL PROJECTS FUNDS.
Mr. Jackson requested dates for the upcoming budget meetings. Discussion ensued. Mr. Jackson stated that the next budget meetings are scheduled for Thursday, December 4th and December 11th at 3 p.m.
The president recognized Mr. Calhoun, District B.
MR. CALHOUN, DISTRICT B:
Mr. Calhoun spoke regarding the bathrooms at Cheniere Lake Area 3. Mr. Calhoun stated that he had talked to Mr. Harrison and asked that the matter be deferred to the December 15th meeting of the police jury.
MR. CALDWELL, DISTRICT C:
The president stated that he had no items.
The president recognized Mr. Blade, District D.
MR. BLADE, DISTRICT D:
Mr. Blade asked that the matter concerning drainage on Greenfield Drive and Richwood Rd #2 be deferred to the December 15th meeting.
The president recognized Mr. Smiley, District E.
MR. SHANE SMILEY, DISTRICT E:
Mr. Smiley spoke regarding the Road Lighting Districts throughout the parish. Mr. Mitchell stated that an election will be held in the fall of 2009 at which time all road lighting districts could be renewed for funding due to the change in the law. Discussion ensued. No action was taken on this matter.
Mr. Smiley spoke regarding the acquisition services for right-of-ways for the Finks Hideaway Road project. Mr. Smiley offered a motion that David W. Volentine be hired to provide secondary right of way appraiser services, seconded by Ms. Moore. Motion passed without opposition.
The following ordinance was introduced by Mr. Smiley:
ORDINANCE NO. 8896 (INTRODUCTION)
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 14.1, INCREASING THE SPEED LIMIT ON STUBBS RITCHIE ROAD FROM TWENTY-FIVE (25) MILES PER HOUR TO THIRTY FIVE (35) MILES PER HOUR; AND FURTHER PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO.
WHEREAS, the Ouachita Parish Police Jury has heretofore established a specific speed limit of twenty-five (25) mph on Stubbs Ritchie Rd, a parish road located in District E of Ouachita Parish;
WHEREAS, residents have requested that the speed limit be increased to thirty-five miles-per-hour (35 mph) on said Road:
WHEREAS, increasing the speed limit to thirty-five miles-per-hour (35 mph) on Stubbs Ritchie Road is in the public interest,
NOW, THEREFORE:
BE IT ORDAINED by the Ouachita Parish Police Jury in legal and regular session that Section 14-1 of the Compiled Ordinances of the Ouachita Parish Police Jury, be and hereby amended as follows, to-wit:
Section 14.1 Speed Limits
Stubbs Ritchie Road – 35 miles per hour
BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that Notice of this proposed speed limit be published in the Official Journal of the Ouachita Parish Police Jury and a Public Hearing be held to hear comments from all interested parties.
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The president recognized Ms. Moore, District F.
MS. PAT MOORE, DISTRICT F:
Ms. Moore spoke regarding the safe routes to school visit. Ms. Moore indicated that after the December 8th site visit, she would bring back a recommendation to the jury.
ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS:
FISCAL: Mr. Brad Cammack, Treasurer
The president recognized Mr. Cammack, Treasurer.
Mr. Cammack spoke regarding the 2008 amended budget and the proposed 2009 budget for the North LA Criminalistics Lab. Mr. Cammack recommended that the jury approve the budget. Discussion ensued. Motion offered by Mr. Jackson, seconded by Ms. Moore to approve the amended 2008 budget and the proposed 2009 budget. Motion passed without opposition.
Mr. Cammack spoke regarding an invoice from Lazenby & Associates in the amount of $26,590.00, for the West Ouachita Sewerage District No. 16 study presented earlier by Mr. Crosby. Discussion ensued. Motion offered by Mr. Jackson, seconded by Mr. Calhoun to approve the invoice as specified by the previously approved task orders. Motion passed without opposition.
The president recognized Chief Hemphill, Fire Department.
FIRE: Chief Pat Hemphill, Fire Department
Chief Hemphill stated that he had no additional items.
The president recognized Mr. Mitchell, Legal Counsel.
LEGAL: Mr. Jay B. Mitchell, Assist. Dist. Attorney
Mr. Mitchell spoke regarding the 2009 meeting calendar. Ms. Moore suggested to the jury to consider having one meeting for the month of January 2009. Discussion ensued. No action was taken on this matter.
Mr. Mitchell spoke regarding the dissolution of the Monroe-Ouachita Regional Planning Commission and stated that he would have an ordinance ready for the next meeting.
The president recognized Mr. Murray, Public Works Director.
PUBLIC WORKS: Mr. John Tom Murray, Director
Mr. Murray spoke regarding the final subdivision approval of Parkwood II Estates, Unit 7 (District A). Brief discussion ensued. Mr. Murray recommended final approval of the subdivision subject to the comments of Mr. Harrison, Parish Engineer. Motion offered by Mr. Jackson, seconded by Mr. Calhoun to grant final approval of the Parkwood II Estates, Unit 7 Subdivision subject to the comments of the parish engineer, Mr. Harrison. Motion passed without opposition.
ROADS & DRAINAGE: Mr. Don Harrison, Engineer
The president stated that Mr. Harrison was absent.
BEER AND WHISKEY APPLICATIONS:
Mr. Mitchell presented the following beer and whiskey applications for approval. Mr. Mitchell stated that item number 1 and number 20 were new applications and recommended approval. Motion offered by Mr. Blade, seconded by Mr. Smiley to approve items number 1 and 20. Motion passed without opposition.
Mr. Mitchell stated that the remaining items were renewals and that they be approval subject to the criminal background checks for the prior year. Motion offered by Mr. Blade, seconded by Mr. Caldwell to approve the remaining items subject to Mr. Mitchell’s comments. Motion passed without opposition.
1) KANG, HARDIAL S. DBA JAAS, LLC. DBA SPICE, 8649 HWY 165 NORTH, SUITE 10, MONROE, LA 71203 – RETAIL BEER CLASS “A”, RETAIL LIQUOR CLASS “C”, RETAIL RESTAURANT CLASS “R”- 2009 NEW
2) RAMSEY, HILTON T. DBA J & B LOUNGE, 507 WASHINGTON ST, WEST MONROE, LA 71292 – RETAIL BEER CLASS “A”, RETAIL LIQUOR CLASS “C” –2009 RENEWAL
3) NORTON, RANDALL DBA GOOD HOPE HANDY MART, 1800 ARKANSAS ROAD, WEST MONROE, LA 71291 – RETAIL BEER CLASS “B”, RETAIL LIQUOR CLASS “D” – 2009 RENEWAL
4) DUCHESNE, GARY DBA DUCHESNE PRAIRIE ROAD GROCERY, 1527 PRAIRIE ROAD, MONROE, LA 71202 – RETAIL BEER CLASS “B” BEER –2009 RENEWAL
5) MCDONALD, KEMMY DBA WASHINGTON STREET U-PAK-IT, 500 WASHINGTON STREET, WEST MONROE, LA 71292 – RETAIL BEER CLASS “B” – 2009 RENEWAL
6) SARAI, BALJIT DBA SUNNY AND BROTHER LLC. DBA LION’S STOP, 1490 HWY 594, MONROE, LA 71203 – RETAIL BEER CLASS “B”, RETAIL LIQUOR CLASS “D” – 2009 RENEWAL
7) SARAI, BALJIT DBA VICKY INC., DBA CONN’S GROCERY, 2655 ARKANSAS RD, WEST MONROE, LA 71291 – RETAIL BEER CLASS “B”, RETAIL LIQUOR CLASS “D” – 2009 RENEWAL
8) SARAI, BALJIT DBA WISHY, LLC., DBA S-MART, 7998 CYPRESS STREET, WEST MONROE, LA 71291 – RETAIL BEER CLASS “B”, RETAIL LIQUOR CLASS “D” – 2009 RENEWAL
9) GOLDEN, PAUL DBA GET N GO, LLC, 946 OLE HWY 15, WEST MONROE, LA 71291- RETAIL BEER CLASS “B” – 2009 RENEWAL
10) HURD, JASON DBA MULLIGAN’S AT THE BEND, 1484 FRENCHMAN’S BEND ROAD, MONROE, LA 71203 – RETAIL BEER CLASS “A”, RETAIL LIQUOR CLASS “C”, RETAIL RESTAURANT CLASS “R” – 2009 RENEWAL
11) LAFORGE, ROBIN DBA NIBER, INC., DBA CHENIERE SHACK, 7975 CYPRESS STREET, WEST MONROE, LA 71291 – RETAIL BEER CLASS “A”, RETAIL LIQUOR CLASS “C”, RETAIL RESTAURANT CLASS “R” – 2009 RENEWAL
12) AULAKH, LADDIE DBA USA TRUCKSTOP INC., DBA 103 RESTAURANT, 987 HWY 80E, CALHOUN, LA 71225 – RETAIL BEER CLASS “A”, RETAIL LIQUOR CLASS “C”, RETAIL RESTAURANT CLASS “R” –2009 RENEWAL
13) AULAKH, LADDIE DBA USA TRUCKSTOP, INC. 985 HWY 80E, CALHOUN, LA 71225 – RETAIL BEER CLASS “B”, RETAIL LIQUOR CLASS “D” – 2009 RENEWAL
14) AULAKH, LADDIE DBA LADLA, LLC., DBA PINE HILLS GROCERY, 1300 HWY 80E, CALHOUN, LA 71225, RETAIL BEER CLASS “B” BEER, RETAIL LIQUOR CLASS “D”, - 2009 RENEWAL
15) RAPPOLD, JUNE DBA HILLSIDE GROCERY, 506 OLE HWY 15, WEST MONROE, LA 71291 – RETAIL BEER CLASS “B”, RETAIL LIQUOR CLASS “D”, - 2009 RENEWAL
16) GARVIN, RANDALL DBA GARVIN ENTERPRISES DBA RANDALL’S FINE MEATS, 4205 OLD STERLINGTON RD, MONROE, LA 71203 – RETAIL BEER CLASS “B” – 2009 RENEWAL
17) REEVES, MICHAEL DBA M.T. REEVES, INC., DBA U-PAK-IT #429, 2005 MARTIN LUTHER KING DRIVE, MONROE, LA 71202 – RETAIL BEER CLASS “B”, RETAIL LIQUOR CLASS “D” – 2009 RENEWAL
18) CHRISTY, RANDY DBA CHRISTY SHORTSTOP, 149 G.B. COOLEY RD, WEST MONROE, LA 71291 – RETAIL BEER CLASS “B”, RETAIL LIQUOR CLASS “D” – 2009 RENEWAL
19) DUPREE, BILLY J. DBA THE ARENA BILLIARDS BAR & GRILL, LLC, 1411 THOMAS RD, WEST MONROE, LA 71292 – RETAIL BEER CLASS “A”, RETAIL LIQUOR CLASS “C” – 2009 RENEWAL
20) AULAKH, LADDIE DBA COYOTE NY LLC DBA THIRSTY TURTLE, 8609 CYPRESS STREET, WEST MONROE, LA 71291- RETAIL BEER CLASS “A”, RETAIL LIQUOR CLASS “C” –2009 NEW
21) MOHAMMED, S. M. DBA HIGHLAND STORES, 3300 OLD STERLINGTON RD, MONROE, LA 71203 – RETAIL BEER CLASS “B” –2009 RENEWAL
The president opened the floor for public participation.
INVITATION FOR PUBLIC PARTICIPATION:
Mr. James Poe, 121 Camp Drive, West Monroe, President of Keep Ouachita Beautiful spoke regarding an award won by the parish. Mr. Poe asked the jury to approve up to $1000 for travel for Ms. Diane Cook to attend the conference and receive the awards in Washington, D.C., on December 3-5, 2008. Motion offered by Mr. Jackson, seconded by Mr. Calhoun to waive the agenda to take up this item to make a decision before the travel dates. Motion passed without opposition. Motion offered by Mr. Jackson, seconded by Mr. Calhoun to authorize Mr. Cammack to reallocate funds in the Keep Ouachita Beautiful budget to cover the expenses up to $1,000 not covered by the Corps of Engineers for travel for Ms. Diane Cook to attend the Keep America Beautiful Conference in Washington, D.C., on December 3-5, 2008. Motion passed without opposition.
The president asked for a motion to recess the regular meeting in favor of the Personnel Committee meeting. Motion offered by Mr. Jackson, seconded by Mr. Smiley to recess the regular meeting in favor of the Personnel Committee meeting. Motion passed without opposition.
The chairman of the Personnel Committee, Mr. Blade asked Chief Hemphill for his recommendation concerning the personnel matter. Chief Hemphill recommended to the jury to go into executive session to discuss his recommendation to terminate the employment of Christopher Kirk. Discussion ensued. Motion offered by Mr. Caldwell, seconded by Ms. Moore to go into executive session to discuss the personnel matter concerning Christopher Kirk. Motion passed without opposition. Mr. Kirk agreed to the executive session. The jury went into executive session at 6:48 p.m.
Motion offered by Mr. Caldwell, seconded by Mr. Calhoun to come out of executive session and resume the Personnel Committee meeting. Motion passed without opposition. The jury came out of executive session at 8:05 p.m. Motion offered by Mr. Caldwell, seconded by Mr. Smiley to confirm the recommendation of termination by the fire chief effective 12/1/08. Motion passed with Ms. Moore opposing.
Motion offered by Mr. Jackson, seconded by Mr. Calhoun to adjourn the meeting of the police jury. The meeting was adjourned at 8:08 p.m.
A D J O U R N!
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NOTICE OF COMPLETION OF BUDGETARY ACTION
Hospital Service District No. 1 of the Parish of Ouachita, State of Louisiana hereby certifies its completion of all action required by Louisiana Revised Statute 39:1307 with respect to its 2009 budget.
/s/ Patrick S. Spencer, Secretary-Treasurer
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State of Louisiana
Parish of Ouachita
City Court of West Monroe
Citizens Financial Services
Vs: 35346
Jimmy Benson
Marshals Sale
By virtue of Writ of Fifa issued from the Honorable City Court of the City of West Monroe, Ward 5, Ouachita Parish, State of Louisiana, and to me directed. I have seized and taken into possession and will offer for sale at the North door of the West Monroe City Court Building. Front Door of the West Monroe Marshal’s Office between the legal hours of SALE, Wednesday, January 14, 2009, the following described property, to wit:
One (1) 1965 Plym MA 4 Door Vin# P352316558
One (1) 1999 Mitsu EGT Vin # 4A3AA46L2XEO81118
TERMS OF SALE: Cash, with the benefit of appraisement to the last and highest bidder.
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