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Public Notices: Thursday, September 17th, 2009
Public Notices Published Thursday, September 17th, 2009BID NOTICE
Sealed bids will be received by the Purchasing Agent, Ouachita Parish School Board, 100 Bry Street, P.O. Box 1642, Monroe, LA 71210-1642 until 2:00 P.M. C.D.S.T. October 19, 2009, at which time they will be publicly opened and read aloud for:
BID: 13-10 GREENHOUSES
Bid forms and specifications may be obtained from the Ouachita Parish School Board, Purchasing Department. The School Board reserves the right to reject any or all bids received.
Bidders also have the option to submit bids electronically. To submit a bid electronically, bidders must register at BidSync by visiting www.BidSync.com or by calling their vendor support at (800)990-9339, ext 1. There is a yearly registration fee in order to use their service. Submission of an electronic bid requires a digital signature and an electronic bid bond when applicable.
All bids must be accompanied by bid security equal to five percent (5%) of the base bid and all additive alternates, and must be in the form of a certified check, cashier’s check or bid bond written by a company licensed to do business in Louisiana, countersigned by a person who is under contract with the surety company or bond issuer as a licensed agent in this State and who is residing in this State. No Bid Bond indicating an obligation of less than five percent (5%) by any method is acceptable.
The successful Bidder will be required to furnish a performance and payment bond written by a company licensed to do business in Louisiana, and shall be countersigned by a person who is contracted with the surety company or bond issuer as agent of the company or issuer, and who is licensed as an insurance agent in this State, and who is residing in this State, in an amount equal to the 100% of the contract amount.
OUACHITA PARISH SCHOOL BOARD
Jack White, President
ATTEST: Robert Webber, Ed. D, Secretary
9/17,9/24,10/1
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NOTICE
We are applying to the Office of Alcohol and Tobacco Control of the State of Louisiana for a permit to sell beverages of high alcoholic content at retail in the Parish of Ouachita, City of West Monroe, at the following address: 125 Constitution Drive, West Monroe, 71291.
Gilreath Enterprises
d.b.a. Bayou Bistro
Garnett L. Gilreath, Jr.
9/17
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SHERIFF’S SALE
WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A.
VS.NO. 09300
JOHNNY MYLES RILEY, JR. AND KAREN REGINA JORDAN RILEY
STATE OF LOUISIANA
PARISH OF OUACHITA
FOURTH DISTRICT COURT
By virtue of a WRIT OF SEIZURE AND SALE issued from the Honorable Fourth Judicial District Court in and for the Parish of Ouachita, State of Louisiana, in the above entitled and numbered cause to me directed I have seized and taken into my possession and will offer for sale at the Ouachita Parish Courthouse in the City of Monroe, Louisiana, between the legal hours of sale on Wednesday, September 23, 2009, beginning at 10:00 A.M., the following described property, to wit:
LOT 68 OF BLOCK 1, LAKESHORE SUBDIVISION, BEING A RESUBDIVISION OF A PORTION OF LOT A OF SELMANS SURVEY OF MAGENTA PLANTATION, SITUATED IN SECTIONS 68, 22, 69, 70 AND 71, T18N, R4E, OUACHITA PARISH, LOUISIANA, AS PER PLAT ON FILE AND OF RECORD IN PLAT BOOK 8, PAGE 10, RECORDS OF OUACHITA PARISH, LOUISIANA; SUBJECT TO RESTRICTIONS, SERVITUDES, RIGHTS-OF-WAY AND OUTSTANDING MINERAL RIGHTS OF RECORD AFFECTING THE PROPERTY.
Seized as the property of the defendants and will be sold to satisfy said WRIT OF SEIZURE AND SALE and all costs.
Terms of sale cash WITH benefit of appraisement to the last and highest bidder.
ROYCE TONEY, SHERIFF
Ouachita Parish
Monroe, LA
August 20, 2009 & September 17, 2009
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SHERIFF’S SALE
NATIONAL CITY BANK
VS.NO. 09828
VICKY A HARRIS A/K/A VICKY A ALLEN HARRIS
STATE OF LOUISIANA
PARISH OF OUACHITA
FOURTH DISTRICT COURT
By virtue of a WRIT OF SEIZURE AND SALE issued from the Honorable Fourth Judicial District Court in and for the Parish of Ouachita, State of Louisiana, in the above entitled and numbered cause to me directed I have seized and taken into my possession and will offer for sale at the Ouachita Parish Courthouse in the City of Monroe, Louisiana, between the legal hours of sale on Wednesday, September 23, 2009, beginning at 10:00 A.M., the following described property, to wit:
LOT SIXTY-SIX (66), UNIT THREE (3), PRESIDENTIAL ESTATES SUBDIVISION AS PER PLAT THEREOF ON FILE IN THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF OUACHITA PARISH, LOUISIANA
Seized as the property of the defendant and will be sold to satisfy said WRIT OF SEIZURE AND SALE and all costs.
Terms of sale cash WITH benefit of appraisement to the last and highest bidder.
ROYCE TONEY, SHERIFF
Ouachita Parish
Monroe, LA
August 20, 2009 & September 17, 2009
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SHERIFF’S SALE
NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC
VS.NO. 091684
THE ESTATE OF ROY ALVIN JOHNSTON, PHYLLIS GAY JOHNSTON, SUZANNA LOUISE JOHNSTON, EDDICE JOHNSTON STRICKLIN, MELINDA JOHNSTON JEFFERY
STATE OF LOUISIANA
PARISH OF OUACHITA
FOURTH DISTRICT COURT
By virtue of a WRIT OF SEIZURE AND SALE issued from the Honorable Fourth Judicial District Court in and for the Parish of Ouachita, State of Louisiana, in the above entitled and numbered cause to me directed I have seized and taken into my possession and will offer for sale at the Ouachita Parish Courthouse in the City of Monroe, Louisiana, between the legal hours of sale on Wednesday, September 23, 2009, beginning at 10:00 A.M., the following described property, to wit:
LOT 8 OF BLOCK 62 OF UNION DEVELOPING COMPANY’S SUBDIVISION OF BLOCKS 32-A, 49, 61, 62 AND 63 OF OUACHITA COTTON HILLS SECOND ADDITION TO THE CITY OF MONROE, LOUISIANA, AS PER PLAT ON FILE IN PLAT BOOK 6, PAGE 32 OF THE RECORDS OF OUACHITA PARISH, LOUISIANA.
Seized as the property of the defendants and will be sold to satisfy said WRIT OF SEIZURE AND SALE and all costs.
Terms of sale cash WITH benefit of appraisement to the last and highest bidder.
ROYCE TONEY, SHERIFF
Ouachita Parish
Monroe, LA
August 20, 2009 & September 17, 2009
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SHERIFF’S SALE
BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING L. P.
VS.NO. 091960
CRYSTAL LEANNE CAPPO A/K/A CRYSTAL LEANNE ARNOLD CAPPO WIFE OF/AND DONNIE JOE CAPPO
STATE OF LOUISIANA
PARISH OF OUACHITA
FOURTH DISTRICT COURT
By virtue of a WRIT OF SEIZURE AND SALE issued from the Honorable Fourth Judicial District Court in and for the Parish of Ouachita, State of Louisiana, in the above entitled and numbered cause to me directed I have seized and taken into my possession and will offer for sale at the Ouachita Parish Courthouse in the City of Monroe, Louisiana, between the legal hours of sale on Wednesday, September 23, 2009, beginning at 10:00 A.M., the following described property, to wit:
LOTS SIX (6) AND SEVEN (7) OF BLOCK 16, UNIT NO. 8 OF HIGHLAND SUBDIVISION OF STERLINGTON PLANTATION, AS PER PLAT RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 9, PAGE 10 OF THE RECORDS OF OUACHITA PARISH, LOUISIANA
Seized as the property of the defendants and will be sold to satisfy said WRIT OF SEIZURE AND SALE and all costs.
Terms of sale cash WITH benefit of appraisement to the last and highest bidder.
ROYCE TONEY, SHERIFF
Ouachita Parish
Monroe, LA
August 20, 2009 & September 17, 2009
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SHERIFF’S SALE
FLAGSTAR BANK FSB
VS.NO. 091984
GREGORY ALEXANDER AND EVOL ALEXANDER
STATE OF LOUISIANA
PARISH OF OUACHITA
FOURTH DISTRICT COURT
By virtue of a WRIT OF SEIZURE AND SALE issued from the Honorable Fourth Judicial District Court in and for the Parish of Ouachita, State of Louisiana, in the above entitled and numbered cause to me directed I have seized and taken into my possession and will offer for sale at the Ouachita Parish Courthouse in the City of Monroe, Louisiana, between the legal hours of sale on Wednesday, September 23, 2009, beginning at 10:00 A.M., the following described property, to wit:
LOT 6 UNIT 6 BELLE MEADE SUBDIVISION SITUATED IN SECTION 11, TOWNSHIP 18 NORTH RANGE 4 EAST AS PER PLAT ON FILE IN PLAT BOOK 19, PAGE 11 PUBLIC RECORDS OF OUACHITA PARISH LOUISIANA
Seized as the property of the defendants and will be sold to satisfy said WRIT OF SEIZURE AND SALE and all costs.
Terms of sale cash WITHOUT benefit of appraisement to the last and highest bidder.
ROYCE TONEY, SHERIFF
Ouachita Parish
Monroe, LA
August 20, 2009 & September 17, 2009
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SHERIFF’S SALE
JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION
VS.NO. 092024
TIMOTHY W. MANNING
STATE OF LOUISIANA
PARISH OF OUACHITA
FOURTH DISTRICT COURT
By virtue of a WRIT OF SEIZURE AND SALE issued from the Honorable Fourth Judicial District Court in and for the Parish of Ouachita, State of Louisiana, in the above entitled and numbered cause to me directed I have seized and taken into my possession and will offer for sale at the Ouachita Parish Courthouse in the City of Monroe, Louisiana, between the legal hours of sale on Wednesday, September 23, 2009, beginning at 10:00 A.M., the following described property, to wit:
LOT SEVEN (7), SQUARE THREE (3), A RESUBDIVISION OF UNIT ONE (1), FOREST HOMES ADDITION TO THE CITY OF MONROE, LOUISIANA, OUACHITA PARISH.
Seized as the property of the defendant and will be sold to satisfy said WRIT OF SEIZURE AND SALE and all costs.
Terms of sale cash WITH benefit of appraisement to the last and highest bidder.
ROYCE TONEY, SHERIFF
Ouachita Parish
Monroe, LA
August 20, 2009 & September 17, 2009
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SHERIFF’S SALE
BANCORPSOUTH BANK
VS.NO. 092952
HOWARD-MOORE FITNESS PLUS LLC AND ASHLEY H MOORE
STATE OF LOUISIANA
PARISH OF OUACHITA
FOURTH DISTRICT COURT
By virtue of a WRIT OF SEIZURE AND SALE issued from the Honorable Fourth Judicial District Court in and for the Parish of Ouachita, State of Louisiana, in the above entitled and numbered cause to me directed I have seized and taken into my possession and will offer for sale at the Ouachita Parish Courthouse in the City of Monroe, Louisiana, between the legal hours of sale on Wednesday, September 30, 2009, beginning at 10:00 A.M., the following described property, to wit:
SOLARIS 442 SUNBED #E442356SUNSTAR 432 SUNBED #E432343SUNDOME 54-BV 160W TANNING BOOTH #E548311TMAZ MAN PRO KIT POWER INJECTOR ADI, AP-900 G2 1.5 KVA/T24 HARD WIRE
Seized as the property of the defendants and will be sold to satisfy said WRIT OF SEIZURE AND SALE and all costs.
Terms of sale cash WITH benefit of appraisement to the last and highest bidder.
ROYCE TONEY, SHERIFF
Ouachita Parish
Monroe, LA
September 17, 2009
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SHERIFF’S SALE
WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A.
VS.NO. 07693
BOBBY MCGHEE
STATE OF LOUISIANA
PARISH OF OUACHITA
FOURTH DISTRICT COURT
By virtue of a WRIT OF SEIZURE AND SALE issued from the Honorable Fourth Judicial District Court in and for the Parish of Ouachita, State of Louisiana, in the above entitled and numbered cause to me directed I have seized and taken into my possession and will offer for sale at the Ouachita Parish Courthouse in the City of Monroe, Louisiana, between the legal hours of sale on Wednesday, October 21, 2009, beginning at 10:00 A.M., the following described property, to wit:
LOT NUMBER SIX (6) OF BLOCK ONE (1) OF UNIT NO. ONE (1) OF NORTH PARK VILLAGE, A SUBDIVISION SITUATED IN SECTION 5, TOWNSHIP 18 NORTH, RANGE 4 EAST, AS PER PLAT OF SAID SUBDIVISION RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 10, PAGE 142, RECORDS OF OUACHITA PARISH, LOUISIANA; AND BEING KNOWN MUNICIPALLY AS 113 SHADY LANE, MONROE, LOUISIANA 71203.
Seized as the property of the defendant and will be sold to satisfy said WRIT OF SEIZURE AND SALE and all costs.
Terms of sale cash WITHOUT benefit of appraisement to the last and highest bidder.
ROYCE TONEY, SHERIFF
Ouachita Parish
Monroe, LA
September 17, 2009 & October 15, 2009
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SHERIFF’S SALE
REGIONS BANK
VS.NO. 08540
MICHAEL W CREIGHTON
STATE OF LOUISIANA
PARISH OF OUACHITA
FOURTH DISTRICT COURT
By virtue of a WRIT OF FIERI FACIAS issued from the Honorable Fourth Judicial District Court in and for the Parish of Ouachita, State of Louisiana, in the above entitled and numbered cause to me directed I have seized and taken into my possession and will offer for sale at the Ouachita Parish Courthouse in the City of Monroe, Louisiana, between the legal hours of sale on Wednesday, October 21, 2009, beginning at 10:00 A.M., the following described property, to wit:
LOT 13, BLOCK A, UNIT 11 OF RIVER OAKS SUBDIVISION, AS PER PLAT IN PLAT BOOK 17, PAGE 16, RECORDS OF OUACHITA PARISH, LOUISIANA, MUNICIPALLY KNOWN AS 3401 STOWERS, MONROE, LOUISIANA. APPEARANCE CLAUSE: MICHAEL WAYNE CREIGHTON BEING THE SAME PROPERTY CONVEYED TO MICHAEL WAYNE CREIGHTON BY DEED FROM DAISY LOWERY CREIGHTON, RECORDED 02/18/1993 IN DEED BOOK 1580 PAGE 290, IN THE CLERK’S OFFICE OF OUACHITA PARISH, LOUISIANA.
Seized as the property of the defendant and will be sold to satisfy said WRIT OF FIERI FACIAS and all costs.
Terms of sale cash WITH benefit of appraisement to the last and highest bidder.
ROYCE TONEY, SHERIFF
Ouachita Parish
Monroe, LA
September 17, 2009 & October 15, 2009
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SHERIFF’S SALE
COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS, LLC
VS.NO. 082167
VERNA LYNN PATRICK WALKER
STATE OF LOUISIANA
PARISH OF OUACHITA
FOURTH DISTRICT COURT
By virtue of a WRIT OF SEIZURE AND SALE issued from the Honorable Fourth Judicial District Court in and for the Parish of Ouachita, State of Louisiana, in the above entitled and numbered cause to me directed I have seized and taken into my possession and will offer for sale at the Ouachita Parish Courthouse in the City of Monroe, Louisiana, between the legal hours of sale on Wednesday, October 21, 2009, beginning at 10:00 A.M., the following described property, to wit:
LOTS 1 AND 2, SQUARE 6, ALEXANDER’S ADDITION TO MONROE, LOUISIANA, OUACHITA PARISH, LOUISIANA, PER PLAT IN CONVEYANCE BOOK 90, AT PAGE 109, MEASURING 50 FEET ALONG THE EAST SIDE OF POLK STREET AND EXTENDING BACK BETWEEN PARALLEL LINES, ONE OF WHICH IS THE SOUTH LINE OF STANDIFER STREET 150 FEET; SUBJECT TO RESTRICTIONS, SERVITUDES, RIGHTS-OF WAY AND OUTSTANDING MINERAL RIGHTS OF RECORD AFFECTING THE PROPERTY
Seized as the property of the defendant and will be sold to satisfy said WRIT OF SEIZURE AND SALE and all costs.
Terms of sale cash WITH benefit of appraisement to the last and highest bidder.
ROYCE TONEY, SHERIFF
Ouachita Parish
Monroe, LA
September 17, 2009 & October 15, 2009
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SHERIFF’S SALE
ARCH BAY HOLDINGS, LLC - SERIES 2008B
VS.NO. 092339
SONJIE RENEE PATTON, WIFE OF/AND RONALD CHAD WINSTEAD
STATE OF LOUISIANA
PARISH OF OUACHITA
FOURTH DISTRICT COURT
By virtue of a WRIT OF SEIZURE AND SALE issued from the Honorable Fourth Judicial District Court in and for the Parish of Ouachita, State of Louisiana, in the above entitled and numbered cause to me directed I have seized and taken into my possession and will offer for sale at the Ouachita Parish Courthouse in the City of Monroe, Louisiana, between the legal hours of sale on Wednesday, October 21, 2009, beginning at 10:00 A.M., the following described property, to wit:
A CERTAIN TRACT OR PARCEL OF LAND SITUATED IN SECTION 12, TOWNSHIP 18 NORTH, RANGE 4 EAST, OUACHITA PARISH, LOUISIANA, AND BEING MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: COMMENCING AT A POINT WHERE THE EAST RIGHT-OF-WAY OF LOUISIANA STATE HIGHWAY 139 INTERSECTS THE EAST LINE OF SAID SECTION 12, MEASURE SOUTH 1 DEGREE 07’ EAST 447.6 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING, PROCEED SOUTH 1 DEGREE 07’ EAST 57.4 FEET, FROM THIS POINT PROCEED SOUTH 84 DEGREES 23’ WEST FOR A RIGHT-OF-WAY. FROM THIS POINT PROCEED ALONG SAID RIGHT-OF-WAY IN A NORTHEASTERLY DIRECTION FOR A DISTANCE OF 168 FEET, FROM THIS POINT PROCEED IN A STRAIGHT LINE FOR A DISTANCE OF APPROXIMATELY THIS PROPERTY BEING APPROXIMATELY 0.50 ACRES, LESS AND EXCEPT THE RIGHTS ACQUIRED BY THE STATE OF LOUISIANA AND THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION AND DEVELOPMENT OF THE STATE OF LOUISIANA FOR WIDENING LOUISIANA HIGHWAY NO. 139, PER ACT OF SALE DATED NOVEMBER 13, 1985, OF RECORD IN CONVEYANCE BOOK 1369, PAGE 634, RECORDS OF OUACHITA PARISH, LOUISIANA.
Seized as the property of the defendants and will be sold to satisfy said WRIT OF SEIZURE AND SALE and all costs.
Terms of sale cash WITH benefit of appraisement to the last and highest bidder.
ROYCE TONEY, SHERIFF
Ouachita Parish
Monroe, LA
September 17, 2009 & October 15, 2009
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SHERIFF’S SALE
CUB CREEK INVESTMENTS, INC
VS.NO. 092364
JAY GLENN CHILTON AND PENNY MICHAE ROWE CHILTON
STATE OF LOUISIANA
PARISH OF OUACHITA
FOURTH DISTRICT COURT
By virtue of a WRIT OF SEIZURE AND SALE issued from the Honorable Fourth Judicial District Court in and for the Parish of Ouachita, State of Louisiana, in the above entitled and numbered cause to me directed I have seized and taken into my possession and will offer for sale at the Ouachita Parish Courthouse in the City of Monroe, Louisiana, between the legal hours of sale on Wednesday, October 21, 2009, beginning at 10:00 A.M., the following described property, to wit:
4.198 ACRES SHOWN AS LOTS 1 AND 2 ON A PLAT FILED IN CONVEYANCE BOOK 1912 PAGE 472 OF THE RECORDS OF OUACHITA PARISH BEARING FILE NUMBER 1387660
Seized as the property of the defendants and will be sold to satisfy said WRIT OF SEIZURE AND SALE and all costs.
Terms of sale cash WITHOUT benefit of appraisement to the last and highest bidder.
ROYCE TONEY, SHERIFF
Ouachita Parish
Monroe, LA
September 17, 2009 & October 15, 2009
_____________________________________________________________
SHERIFF’S SALE
OCWEN LOAN SERVICING, LLC
VS.NO. 092371
CHERYL BERNARD (AKA CHERYL MERCER BERNARD, AKA CHERYL M. BERNARD) AND CALVIN J BERNARD (AKA CALVIN JAMES BERNARD, AKA CALVIN BERNARD)
STATE OF LOUISIANA
PARISH OF OUACHITA
FOURTH DISTRICT COURT
By virtue of a WRIT OF SEIZURE AND SALE issued from the Honorable Fourth Judicial District Court in and for the Parish of Ouachita, State of Louisiana, in the above entitled and numbered cause to me directed I have seized and taken into my possession and will offer for sale at the Ouachita Parish Courthouse in the City of Monroe, Louisiana, between the legal hours of sale on Wednesday, October 21, 2009, beginning at 10:00 A.M., the following described property, to wit:
LOT TWELVE (12), UNIT ONE (1) OF HIDEAWAY ESTATES SUBDIVISION SITUATED IN THE NORTHEAST QUARTER (NE/4) OF SECTION 9, TOWNSHIP 18 NORTH, RANGE 4 EAST, AS PER PLAT IN PLAT BOOK 15, PAGE 106, RECORDS OF OUACHITA PARISH, LOUISIANATOGETHER WITH ALL THE BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS THEREON AND THE RIGHTS, WAYS, PRIVILEGES, SERVITUDES, APPURTENANCES, AND ADVANTAGES THEREUNTO BELONGING OR IN ANYWISE APPERTAINING TOWHICH HAS THE ADDRESS OF 400 HOLLAND DRIVE, MONROE, LA 71203
Seized as the property of the defendants and will be sold to satisfy said WRIT OF SEIZURE AND SALE and all costs.
Terms of sale cash WITH benefit of appraisement to the last and highest bidder.
ROYCE TONEY, SHERIFF
Ouachita Parish
Monroe, LA
September 17, 2009 & October 15, 2009
_____________________________________________________________
SHERIFF’S SALE
WELLS FARGO BANK NA
VS.NO. 092378
GREGORY THURBER BROWNE
STATE OF LOUISIANA
PARISH OF OUACHITA
FOURTH DISTRICT COURT
By virtue of a WRIT OF SEIZURE AND SALE issued from the Honorable Fourth Judicial District Court in and for the Parish of Ouachita, State of Louisiana, in the above entitled and numbered cause to me directed I have seized and taken into my possession and will offer for sale at the Ouachita Parish Courthouse in the City of Monroe, Louisiana, between the legal hours of sale on Wednesday, October 21, 2009, beginning at 10:00 A.M., the following described property, to wit:
LOT 3, UNIT NO.1, FROST ESTATES, IN SECTION 54, TOWNSHIP 17 NORTH, RANGE 3 EAST, OUACHITA PARISH, LOUISIANA, AS PER PLAT OF RECORD IN PLAT BOOK 11, PAGE 139, RECORDS OF OUACHITA PARISH, LOUISIANA; SUBJECT TO RESTRICTIONS, SERVITUDES, RIGHTS-OF-WAY AND OUTSTANDING MINERAL RIGHTS OF RECORD AFFECTING THE PROPERTY
Seized as the property of the defendant and will be sold to satisfy said WRIT OF SEIZURE AND SALE and all costs.
Terms of sale cash WITH benefit of appraisement to the last and highest bidder.
ROYCE TONEY, SHERIFF
Ouachita Parish
Monroe, LA
September 17, 2009 & October 15, 2009
_____________________________________________________________
SHERIFF’S SALE
CITIMORTGAGE, INC.
VS.NO. 092418
JEFFERY SEAN LEWIS
STATE OF LOUISIANA
PARISH OF OUACHITA
FOURTH DISTRICT COURT
By virtue of a WRIT OF SEIZURE AND SALE issued from the Honorable Fourth Judicial District Court in and for the Parish of Ouachita, State of Louisiana, in the above entitled and numbered cause to me directed I have seized and taken into my possession and will offer for sale at the Ouachita Parish Courthouse in the City of Monroe, Louisiana, between the legal hours of sale on Wednesday, October 21, 2009, beginning at 10:00 A.M., the following described property, to wit:
LOT 16, PLEASANT VALLEY SUBDIVISION, SITUATED IN SECTION 30, T18N, R3E, OUACHITA PARISH, LOUISIANA, AS PER PLAT IN PLAT BOOK 20, PAGE 73, RECORDS OF OUACHITA PARISH, LOUISIANA; SUBJECT TO RESTRICTIONS, SERVITUDES, RIGHTS-OF-WAY AND OUTSTANDING MINERAL RIGHTS OF RECORD AFFECTING THE PROPERTY.
Seized as the property of the defendant and will be sold to satisfy said WRIT OF SEIZURE AND SALE and all costs.
Terms of sale cash WITH benefit of appraisement to the last and highest bidder.
ROYCE TONEY, SHERIFF
Ouachita Parish
Monroe, LA
September 17, 2009 & October 15, 2009
_____________________________________________________________
SHERIFF’S SALE
BANK OF AMERICA NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO LASALLE BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR WELLS FARGO HOME EQUITY TRUST 2004-1
VS.NO. 092419
ROSE MARY PHILLIPS
STATE OF LOUISIANA
PARISH OF OUACHITA
FOURTH DISTRICT COURT
By virtue of a WRIT OF SEIZURE AND SALE issued from the Honorable Fourth Judicial District Court in and for the Parish of Ouachita, State of Louisiana, in the above entitled and numbered cause to me directed I have seized and taken into my possession and will offer for sale at the Ouachita Parish Courthouse in the City of Monroe, Louisiana, between the legal hours of sale on Wednesday, October 21, 2009, beginning at 10:00 A.M., the following described property, to wit:
LOT 7 OF SQUARE 90 OF LEE AVENUE ADDITION TO MONROE, LOUISIANA, AS PER PLAT IN THE RECORDS OF OUACHITA PARISH, LOUISIANA; SUBJECT TO RESTRICTIONS, SERVITUDES, RIGHTS-OF-WAY AND OUTSTANDING MINERAL RIGHTS OF RECORD AFFECTING THE PROPERTY.
Seized as the property of the defendant and will be sold to satisfy said WRIT OF SEIZURE AND SALE and all costs.
Terms of sale cash WITH benefit of appraisement to the last and highest bidder.
ROYCE TONEY, SHERIFF
Ouachita Parish
Monroe, LA
September 17, 2009 & October 15, 2009
_____________________________________________________________
SHERIFF’S SALE
U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE TRUMAN FHA TRUST 2008-1
VS.NO. 092453
MICHAEL H. MCDANIEL AKA MICHAEL HOWARD MCDANIEL, SR.
STATE OF LOUISIANA
PARISH OF OUACHITA
FOURTH DISTRICT COURT
By virtue of a WRIT OF SEIZURE AND SALE issued from the Honorable Fourth Judicial District Court in and for the Parish of Ouachita, State of Louisiana, in the above entitled and numbered cause to me directed I have seized and taken into my possession and will offer for sale at the Ouachita Parish Courthouse in the City of Monroe, Louisiana, between the legal hours of sale on Wednesday, October 21, 2009, beginning at 10:00 A.M., the following described property, to wit:
LOT TEN (10) SANTA FE ESTATES SUBDIVISION, LOCATED IN SECTION 26, TOWNSHIP 18 NORTH, RANGE 3 EAST, AS PER PLAT IN PLAT BOOK 19, PAGE 166, OF THE RECORDS OF OUACHITA PARISH, LOUISIANA.
Seized as the property of the defendant and will be sold to satisfy said WRIT OF SEIZURE AND SALE and all costs.
Terms of sale cash WITHOUT benefit of appraisement to the last and highest bidder.
ROYCE TONEY, SHERIFF
Ouachita Parish
Monroe, LA
September 17, 2009 & October 15, 2009
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ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS
Sealed bids will be received by the Office of Purchasing, 213 Thomas Boyd Hall, Louisiana State University, and Agricultural and Mechanical College, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, 70803, until 11:00 AM, SEPTEMBER 29, 2009, LSU SOLICITATION #000007773 – FURNISH LABOR & MATERIALS – BUILDING REPAIRS & REROOFING –CALHOUN RESEARCH STATION – STATE PROJECT #01-107-06B-11, ITEM #20; ACT 27 OF 2006 (SUPP FROM A7 2008) at which time and place the bids will be opened and read. Plans and specifications may be obtained from WHITTINGTON ARCHITECTS, INC., 8525 HIGHWAY 80 WEST, RUSTON, LA 71270 upon deposit of $60.00 per set. Deposits on the first set of documents furnished bona fide prime bidders will be fully refunded upon return of the documents no later than ten days after receipt of bids. On other sets of documents furnished to bidders the deposit less actual cost of reproduction, will be refunded upon return of the documents no later than ten days after receipt of bids. Bids shall be accepted from Contractors who are licensed under L.A.R.S. 37:2150-2164 for classification of BUILDING CONSTRUCTION. Also evidence of authority to submit bids shall be required in accordance with R.S. 38:2212(A)(1)(c) et. al. The right is reserved to reject any or all bids.
A NON-MANDATORY PRE-BID CONFERENCE WILL BE HELD ON FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 18, 2009 AT 2:00 PM AT JOBSITE.
NON DISCRIMINATION IN EMPLOYMENT
Bidders on this work will be required to comply with the President’s Executive Order #11246. The requirements for bidders and contractors under this order are explained in the specifications.
9/3,9/10,9/17
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS
Sealed bids will be received by the City of West Monroe, at the office of City Clerk, Mr. Benny Chelette, at City Hall, 2305 North 7th Street, West Monroe, until 7:00 p.m., October 13, 2009, for the furnishing only of Aerators for the West Monroe Wastewater Treatment Plant and then at said location publicly opened and read aloud.
The Contract Documents may be examined at the following locations:
West Monroe City Hall, 2305 North 7th Street, West Monroe, Louisiana
S. E. Huey Co., 1111 North 19th Street, Monroe, Louisiana
Copies of the Contract Documents may be obtained at the office of S. E. Huey Co., located at 1111 North 19th Street, Monroe, Louisiana.
All bids must be accompanied by a Bid Bond in the amount of five percent (5%) of the Base Bid. No Bidder may withdraw his bid within sixty (60) days after the actual date of opening thereof.
The successful bidder will be required to furnish a Performance and Payment Bond written by a company licensed to do business in Louisiana in an amount equal to 100% of the contract amount.
The Owner reserves the right to reject any or all bids.
Signed: Dave Norris, Mayor
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PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE is hereby given that the Board of Adjustments of the City of West Monroe will meet in legal session on Monday, September 28, 2009, at 5:30 PM in the Council Chambers of West Monroe City Hall to review the following application(s):
APPLICATION NO: VAR-09-20000003
APPLICANT: HOWARD, CECIL MARTIN JR & PATRICIA MARCENE HOWARD
LOCATION: 507 ISLAND DRIVE
REQUEST: FENCE HEIGHT VARIANCE FROM REQUIRED 3' TO 6' IN THE REQUIRED 25' FRONT YARD SETBACK TO ERECT A PRIVACY FENCE IN AN R-1 (SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL) DISTRICT.
LGL DSCRP: LOT 9 ARLINGTON PLACE ADDN.
The public is invited to attend.
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ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS
SEPARATE SEALED BIDS for West Monroe/Graphic Packaging Sparta Reuse Project-Effluent PIpeline, Ouachita Parish, Louisiana, will be received by The City of West Monroe at the office of the City Clerk-Mr. Benny Chelette- until ten (10:00) o'clock A.M. on October 6, 2009. Sealed bids will be publicly opened and read aloud in the City Council Meeting Room on the first floor of the West Monroe City Hall immediately after the closing time for the receipt of bids. Any bids received after closing time will be returned to the bidder unopened.
The Plans, Specifications and Contract Documents may be examined and procured at the office of the Engineer, Lazenby & Associates, Inc., Consulting Engineers & Land Surveyors, 2000 North Seventh Street, West Monroe, Louisiana, 71291, 318-387-2710. A non-refundable deposit of Fifty and No/100 Dollars ($50.00) will be required for each set of documents.
A pre-bid conference will be held at 2:00 p.m. on September 21, 2009 at the office of Lazenby & Associates, Inc.
Each bid shall be accompanied by a cashier's check, certified check or acceptable Bid Bond payable to the City of West Monroe, Louisiana in the amount not less than five percent (5%) of the total bid amount as a guarantee that, if awarded the Contract, the Bidder will promptly enter into a contract and execute such bonds as may be required.
The successful Bidder shall be required to furnish a Performance Bond for the full amount of the Contract in accordance with Article 5 of the General Conditions. In addition, the successful Bidder shall be required to furnish a Labor and Material Payment Bond for the Contract in accordance with Article 5 of the General Conditions.
The Owner reserves the right to waive any informalities or to reject any or all bids, as provided for in LA R.S.38:2214(B).
August 31, 2009
Owner: City of West Monroe, Louisiana
BY: /s/ Dave Norris, Mayor
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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, September 21, 2009, at 5:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of West Monroe City Hall to review the following application(s):
APPLICATION NO: ZC-09-20000003
APPLICANT: S & B PROPERT HOLDINGS
FRANK ALLEN SWAYZE
LOCATION: 2933 CYPRESS STREET STE'S 1 -6
REQUEST: PLANNED BUILDING GROUP FOR PROPOSED SHOPPING CENTER / MEDICAL OFFICE
LGL DSCRP: 0.93 ACRE TRACT & TWO 0.465 ACRE TRACTS SITUATED IN SEC 40 T18N R3E WEST MONROE, PER PLAT BY JAMES W. BRASWELL & ASSOCIATES, LTD. BEING DRAWING #08-2504B.
The public is invited to attend.
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NOTICE OF INTENTION TO ISSUE NOT EXCEEDING
$1,500,000
SEWER REVENUE BONDS
OF THE CITY OF WEST MONROE, STATE OF LOUISIANA
PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, pursuant to the provisions of an ordinance adopted on July 14, 2009, by the Mayor and Board of Aldermen of the City of West Monroe, State of Louisiana, acting as the governing authority (the "Governing Authority") of the City of West Monroe, State of Louisiana (the "City"), and in accordance with the provisions of Part XIII, Chapter 4, Title 39 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, as amended (the "Act"), and other constitutional and statutory authority, that the City does hereby declare its intention to issue not exceeding One Million Five Hundred Thousand Dollars ($1,500,000) of Sewer Revenue Bonds, in one or more series, the proceeds of which will be used to pay the cost of constructing and acquiring additions, extensions and improvements to the sewerage collection and disposal system of the City (the "System"), a work of public improvement for the City.
The Bonds shall be limited and special revenue bonds of the City, shall be secured by and payable in principal, interest and redemption premium, if any, from an irrevocable pledge and dedication of the income and revenues derived or to be derived by the City from the operation of the System, after paying the reasonable and necessary expenses of administration, operation and maintenance of the System. The Bonds shall not be a charge on the other income and revenues of the City as prohibited under the provisions of Article VI, Section 37 of the Louisiana Constitution of 1974, nor shall they constitute an indebtedness or pledge of the general credit of the City.
The Bonds will be issued and authorized by ordinances of the Governing Authority in one or more series and shall bear such dates, mature at such time or times [not to exceed twenty-two (22) years from their date of issuance], bear interest at such rate or rates [not exceeding four per centum (4.00%) per annum], be sold at such price or prices, be in such denomination or denominations, in fully registered form, carry such registration privileges, be payable in such medium of payment and at such place or places, be subject to such terms of redemption and be entitled to such priorities on the income and revenues of the System as the City may provide by ordinances adopted at the time or times of issuance of the Bonds.
The Governing Authority will in such ordinances enter into such covenants with the future owner or owners of the Bonds as to the management and operation of the System, the imposition and collection of rates and charges for the services rendered thereby, the disposition of such fees and revenues, the issuance of future bonds and the creation of future liens and encumbrances against the System and the revenues therefrom, the carrying of insurance, the keeping of books and records, and other pertinent matters as may be deemed proper by the Governing Authority to assure the marketability of the Bonds, consistent with the provisions of the Act. Such ordinances will also include remedies in case of default, provisions for the issuance of parity bonds and such additional covenants, agreements and provisions as are judged advisable or necessary by said Governing Authority for the security of the owners of the Bonds, including sinking funds and reserves for the payment of principal and interest on the Bonds, and an adequate depreciation fund for those repairs, extensions and improvements to the System as may be necessary to assure adequate and efficient service to the public, all as provided by the Act.
The Bonds will be sold at public or private sales, as provided for in the Act and other statutory authority, and the Bonds will, before the delivery thereof, be approved by the State Bond Commission, Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
NOTICE IS HEREBY FURTHER GIVEN that the Governing Authority will meet in open and public session on Tuesday, October 13, 2009, at seven o'clock (7:00) p.m., at the City Hall, West Monroe, Louisiana, to hear any objections to the proposed issuance of the Bonds; provided, however, if at such hearing a petition or petitions duly signed by electors of the City in an aggregate number not less than five percent (5%) of the number of the electors of the City voting in the last special or general election held in the City object to the issuance of the Bonds, then the Bonds shall not be issued until approved by a vote of a majority of the qualified electors of the City who vote at a special election held for that purpose in the manner provided by Chapter 6-A, Title 18 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950. Any such petition shall be accompanied by a certificate of the Ouachita Parish Registrar of Voters certifying that the signers of the petition(s) are registered electors of the City and the number of signers amounts to not less than five percent (5%) of the registered voters that voted in the last tax election held in the City, all as provided by the Act.
THUS DONE AND SIGNED at West Monroe, Louisiana, on this, the 14th day of July, 2009.
CITY OF WEST MONROE,
/s/ Dave Norris, Mayor
ATTEST:
/s/ Benny Chelette, City Clerk
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NOTICE
A 1979 Ford Courier, SGTCW326987 is being stored at Bear's Towing & Recovery, 2601 Hwy. 165 Bypass South, Monroe, LA 71202. If all current charges are not paid and vehicle claimed by owner by 10/1/09, a permit to sell or dismantle may be obtained.
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NOTICE
On August 31, 2009, Louisiana Christian Broadcasting, Inc., the licensee of KMCT-TV, digital channel 39, West Monroe, Louisiana, and Life Place Ministries, Inc., the owner of 100% of Louisiana Christian Broadcasting, Inc.'s stock, filed an application with the Federal Communications Commission to transfer control of KMCT-TV to First Assembly of God of West Monroe. Life Place Ministries, Inc. and Louisiana Christian Broadcasting, Inc. are both governed by the following directors: Michael Reed, Gerald Lewis, Billy Haisty and Joel Dyke. First Assembly of God of West Monroe is governed by the following directors: Michael S. Warren, James Adams, Darryl Lee Minter, Anthony Andrew Varino, John Thomas Groce, Darnell Whittington, and Randy Butler. A copy of the application and related material are on file for public inspection at 701 Parkwood Drive, West Monroe, Louisiana 71291.
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ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS
Sealed bids will be received for the State of Louisiana by the Division of Administration, Office of Facility Planning and Control, Claiborne Office Building, 1201 North Third Street, Conference Room 1-145 (South Entrance 1st Floor - 1st door on the right), Post Office Box 94095, Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70804-9095 until 2:00 P.M., Tuesday, October 13, 2009.
ANY PERSON REQUIRING SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS SHALL NOTIFY FACILITY PLANNING AND CONTROL OF THE TYPE(S) OF ACCOMMODATION REQUIRED NOT LESS THAN SEVEN (7) DAYS BEFORE THE BID OPENING.
FOR:
Electrical Renovations
Monroe Mental Health Center
Monroe, Louisiana
PROJECT NUMBER:
01-107-06B-11, Part 28
Complete Bidding Documents may be obtained from:
James M. Standard & Associates, Inc.
300 Washington Street
Suite 206
Monroe, LA 71201
318-322-0551-phone 318-361-0517 fax
smaxwell@centurytel.net email
upon deposit of $75.00 for each set of documents. Deposit on the first two sets are fully refundable to all bonafide prime Bidders upon return of the documents, in good condition, no later than ten (10) days after receipt of bids. Fifty percent (50%) of the deposit of all other sets of documents will be refunded upon return of documents as state above.
All bids must be accompanied by bid security equal to five percent (5%) of the sum of the base bid and all alternates, and must be in the form of a certified check, cashier's check or Facility Planning and Control Bid Bond Form written by a surety company licensed to do business in Louisiana, signed by the surety's agency or attorney-in-fact. Surety must be listed on the current U.S. Department of the Treasury Financial Management Service list of approved bonding companies as approved for an amount equal to or greater than the amount for which it obligates itself in the Bond, or must be a Louisiana domiciled insurance company with at least an A- rating in the latest printing of the A.M. Best's Key Rating Guide. If surety qualifies by virtue of its Best's listing, the amount of the Bond may not exceed ten percent (10%) of policyholders' surplus as shown in the latest A.M. Best's Key Rating Guide. The Bid Bond shall be in favor of the State of Louisiana, Office of Facility Planning and Control, and shall be accompanied by appropriate power of attorney. No Bid Bond indicating an obligation of less than five percent (5%) by any method is acceptable.
The successful Bidder shall be required to furnish a Performance and Payment Bond written by a company licensed to do business in Louisiana, in an amount equal to 100% of the Contract amount. Surety must be listed currently on the U.S. Department of Treasury Financial Management Service List (Treasury List) as approved for an amount equal to or greater than the contract amount, or must be an insurance company domiciled in Louisiana or owned by Louisiana residents. If surety is qualified other than by listing on the Treasury list, the contract amount may not exceed fifteen percent of policyholders' surplus as shown by surety's most recent financial statements filed with the Louisiana Department of Insurance and may not exceed the amount of $500,000. However, a Louisiana domiciled insurance company with at least an A- rating in the latest printing of the A.M. Best's Key Rating Guide shall not be subject to the $500,000 limitation, provided that the contract amount does not exceed ten percent of policyholders' surplus as shown in the latest A.M. Best's Key Rating Guide nor fifteen percent of policyholders' surplus as shown by surety's most recent financial statements filed with the Louisiana Department of Insurance. The Bond shall be signed by the surety's agent or attorney-in-fact.
A PRE-BID CONFERENCE WILL BE HELD
at 10 AM on Tuesday, September 29, 2009 at The Activity Room, Monroe Mental Health Center, 4800 South Grand Street, Monroe, LA 71201 .
Bids shall be accepted from Contractors who are licensed under LA. R.S. 37:2150-2192 for classification of Electrical Work. Bidder is required to comply with provisions and requirements of LA. R.S. 38:2212(A)(1)(c). No bid may be withdrawn for a period of thirty (30) days after receipt of bids, except under the provisions of LA. R.S. 38:2214.
The Owner reserves the right to reject any and all bids for just cause. In accordance with La. R.S. 38:2212(A)(1)(b), the provisions and requirements of this Section, those stated in the advertisement for bids, and those required on the bid form shall not be considered as informalities and shall not be waived by any public entity.
When this project is financed either partially or entirely with State Bonds, the award of this Contract is contingent upon the granting of lines of credit, or the sale of bonds by the State Bond Commission. The State shall incur no obligation to the Contractor until the Contract Between Owner and Contractor is fully executed.
Facility Planning and Control is a participant in the Small Entrepreneurship Program (the Hudson Initiative) and bidders are encouraged to consider participation. Information is available from the Office of Facility Planning and Control or on its website at www.doa.louisiana.gov/fpc/fpc.htm.
STATE OF LOUISIANA
DIVISION OF ADMINISTRATION
FACILITY PLANNING AND CONTROL
JOHN DAVIS, DIRECTOR
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NOTICE
The following resolution was offered by Mr. Smiley, seconded by Mr. Jackson:
RESOLUTION NO. 09-74
A RESOLUTION ORDERING AND CALLING A SPECIAL ELECTION TO BE HELD IN THE PARISH OF OUACHITA, STATE OF LOUISIANA FOR THE POSITION OF CONSTABLE, WARD 9, OUACHITA PARISH; AND FURTHER PROVIDING FOR OTHER MATTERS IN CONNECTION THEREWITH.
WHEREAS, a vacancy exists in the position of Constable, Ward 9, Ouachita Parish, Louisiana; and,
WHEREAS, under the provisions of LSA-R.S. 18:602 E, the Ouachita Parish Police Jury has the obligation to call an election to select a successor.
NOW, THEREFORE:
BE IT RESOLVED by the Ouachita Parish Police Jury in legal and regular session acting as the governing authority of the Parish of Ouachita, State of Louisiana that:
1. Under the authority conferred by LSA-R.S. 18:602 E, a special election is hereby called and ordered to be held in Ouachita Parish on Saturday, March 27, 2010, between the hours of 6:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. for the purpose of electing a Constable from Ward 9, Parish of Ouachita, said post being vacant due to the resignation of Benjamin F. Owens on August 18, 3, 2009.
The qualifying period for this election shall be February 3-5, 2010. This Resolution and Notice of Election shall be published in The Ouachita Citizen, a weekly newspaper of general circulation within the parish published in Monroe, Louisiana, being the official journal of the governing authority for the Parish of Ouachita, on September 3, September 10th, and September 17, 2009. A copy of this Resolution ordering and calling the special election for the position of Constable, Ward 9, Parish of Ouachita, shall be furnished to the Clerk of Court, Fourth Judicial District Court, Parish of Ouachita, and to the Secretary of State, and Registrar of Voters of the State of Louisiana.
The above Resolution was adopted on the 24th day of August 2009.
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NOTICE
A 1979 Winnebago Motorhome Vin #M50DA9T510948 is stored at Plunk’s Wrecker Service located at 108 Jonesboro Road, West Monroe, LA 71292. If all current charges are not paid and vehicle claimed by owner by Oct. 1, 2009, a Permit to Sell or Dismantle may be obtained.
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NOTICE
I, Tacorious English, have been convicted of 14:80 Felony Carnal Knowledge of a Juvenile in Fourth District Court. My address is 2814 South Grand St. Monroe, LA 71202.
Race: Black
Sex: Male
DOB: 3/23/1986
Height: 5'6"
Weight: 140
Hair Color: Black
Eye Color: Brown
Scars, tattoos, other identifying marks: Left arm-J-Rock, Right Arm-Tacorrea
Monroe, LA
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PUBLIC NOTICE
Public Notice of SIGNIFICANT INDUSTRIAL POLLUTION VIOLATIONS UNDER SECTION 307 OF THE FEDERAL CLEAN WATER ACT.
Listed below are industries in significant violation of the requirements for industrial discharges to sewers to 40 CFR 403 (General pretreatment regulations, United States Environmental Protection Agency) and Section 7-3001 and 7-3002 Article D, Pretreatment Ordinances City of West Monroe Chapter 3 of Part 7 to Code of Ordinances which occurred over the past 12 months (September 1, 2008 thru August 21, 2009). Publication of this notice complies with the requirements of 40 CFR 403 (*) (2) (V1).
Plymouth Tube
Bill Clendenen, Pretreatment Coordinator
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NOTICE
The Ouachita Parish School Board met in special session on Tuesday, August 18, 2009 at six (6:00) o’clock P.M. at its regular meeting place, the Ouachita Parish School Board office.
The following members were present: Jack White, Scott Robinson, A. R. Sims, Jerry R. Hicks, John Russell, Carey Walker and Susan Spence. There were none absent.
Board member Carey Walker led the Pledge to the Flag.
The Invocation was given by Board member Reverend John Russell.
On motion by Scott Robinson, seconded by Jerry Hicks, the Minutes of August 4, 2009 were unanimously approved as written.
On motion by Jerry Hicks, seconded by Susan Spence, the Board unanimously approved the revised Agenda as presented including the changes on the Personnel Agenda since mailout.
Jerry Hicks moved, seconded by A. R. Sims, that the Board approve the amended Personnel Agenda as submitted. Motion carried unanimously.
On motion by Susan Spence, seconded by John Russell, the Board approved the recommendation of Foley and Judell bond counsel, Grant Schlueter, and adopted the resolution giving preliminary approval of the issuance of not to exceed $10,000,000 of Revenue Bonds (Taxable QSCB), in one or more series, of the Parish of Ouachita, State of Louisiana; and providing for other matters in connection therewith. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Schlueter explained that the borrower must have the ability to pay back these interest free bonds. The stimulus bill passed in February allows under the bill, a program that qualifies school construction bonds for school boards nationwide for capital improvements at 0% interest and would permit the sale of bonds. Funds can be used for any capital improvements; but, not for free-standing equipment or land purchase. If not used before November 3, 2009, the money can be made available to other school systems in the state.
Board attorney, Elmer Noah, presented the revised “Rental Agreement for Use of School Facilities” for consideration. Following much discussion, Scott Robinson moved, seconded by Jerry Hicks, that the Board adopt the revised “Rental Agreement for Use of School Facilities” as presented. Motion carried unanimously.
Special Projects/Safety Coordinator Kenneth Slusher asked the Board’s consideration on the HVAC system change order at West Monroe High School, tabled at the last Board meeting, and Scott Robinson moved, seconded by Jerry Hicks, to reject the bid from Rugg Construction for the WMHS HVAC system and rebid [Bid No. 68-09]. Motion carried unanimously.
On motion by Scott Robinson, seconded by Susan Spence, the Board amended the Agenda to grant permission to rebid the HVAC System change order at West Monroe High School [Bid No. 68-09].
On the recommendation of Special Projects/Safety Coordinator Kenneth Slusher, John Russell moved, seconded by Scott Robinson, that the Board accept the low bid of $12,270,000 from Don M. Barron Contractor for the construction of Richwood Middle School [Bid No. 4-09]. Motion carried unanimously.
On the recommendation of Business Manager Richie Garrett, Carey Walker moved, seconded by Susan Spence, that the Board accept the low bid of Fuelman for Fuel Management [Bid No. 1-10]. Motion carried unanimously.
On the recommendation of Business Manager Richie Garrett, Susan Spence moved, seconded by John Russell, that the Board accept all the low bids meeting specs for band instruments, excluding the four bids from D. F. Music [Bid No. 4-10]. Mrs. Spence further moved to authorize Coordinator of Instrumental Music, Mark Walker, to evaluate the low bids submitted by D. F. Music for substitute instruments to determine if they are of equal quality as set forth in the bid specifications. Mr. Walker would like to physically inspect the quality of the instruments and specifications before accepting their bid. He has asked D. F. Music to send the four instruments to him for evaluation. If he finds the instruments do not meet specifications, the next low bids will be accepted. The bid law requires substituted products to be equal or better than specified. Motion carried unanimously.
On the recommendation of Business Manager Richie Garrett, Scott Robinson moved, seconded by Carey Walker, that the Board reject the bid for item No. 27 (ball-bearing storage cabinet) and accept the bid for item No. 48 (36” bar clamp) for shop equipment at the Ouachita High School Ag Center [Bid No. 2-10]. These two items were tabled at a previous meeting to be considered at a later date. Motion carried unanimously.
On the recommendation of Business Manager Richie Garrett, A. R. Sims moved, seconded by Jerry Hicks, that the Board grant permission to Purchasing Agent Bobby Jones to evaluate and accept the low responsive bids meeting specifications for pre-school equipment [Bid No. 8-10] and report the bid awards to the Board at the next meeting. Motion carried unanimously.
On motion by Scott Robinson, seconded by Jerry Hicks, the Board granted permission to advertise for bid - the HVAC System for the auditorium at West Monroe High School [Bid No. 68-09]. Motion carried unanimously.
The next Board meeting will be held on September 8th at 12:00 noon. The public hearing on the budget will be held at 11:00 a.m. prior to the Board meeting.
There being no further business to be brought before the Board, Jerry Hicks moved, seconded by John Russell, that the meeting adjourn. Motion carried unanimously.
OUACHITA PARISH SCHOOL BOARD
Jack W. White, President ATTEST:
Robert Webber, Secretary /ps
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MONDAY, JULY 6, 2009 AT 5:37 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, July 6, 2009 at 5:37 p.m., and was duly convened by Mr. Shane Smiley, 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; Ruby Blade, District D; Shane Smiley, District E; Pat Moore, District F.
Members Absent (0)
Invocation was given by Mr. Calhoun, District B. Pledge of Allegiance to the flag was led by Mr. Calhoun.
The president welcome Ms. Ruby Blade to the jury and thanked her for serving during the interim.
The president stated that the floor was open for nominations for Vice President. Mr. Calhoun nominated Mr. Walt Caldwell for Vice President. Motion offered by Ms. Moore, seconded by Ms. Blade to close the nominations. Motion passed without any opposition. The president called for the vote on the nominee, Mr. Caldwell, as Vice President of the Police Jury. The vote was a unanimous yes.
A motion to adopt the minutes of the regular police jury meeting including the committee meetings held on June 1, 2009; and the special meeting held on June 5, 2009, was offered by Mr. Caldwell, seconded by Ms. Moore. Motion passed without any opposition.
The president recognized Gary Fontana, CDBG Grant Consultant spoke regarding the 2009 Sewer Projects. Mr. Fontana asked that the jury consider passing a resolution for the Burney Subdivision project. The president indicated that the resolution was an item on his agenda and asked the jury to address the matter at this time. There was no objection to addressing the matter at this time. Motion offered by Mr. Smiley, seconded by Mr. Caldwell to adopt the following resolution.
RESOLUTION NO. 09-60
WHEREAS, the Ouachita Parish Police Jury has been awarded a Louisiana Community Development Block Grant (LCDBG) for sewer improvements (Burney Subdivision); and
WHEREAS, the LCDBG Program requires the adoption of plans and policies, appointments and authorization of individuals for compliance with the LCDBG regulations;
WHEREAS, it is necessary under the regulations of the LCDBG Program to authorize certain individuals to sign for Requests for Payment for LCDBG funds and to authorize one individual to certify to the correctness of each signature, designate an official depositary to hold LCDBG funds and authorize certain individuals to sign checks on the official depositary;
NOW, THEREFORE:
BE IT RESOLVED by the Ouachita Parish Police Jury in regular session convened that the following plans and policies be adopted; (1) Procurement Policy, (2) Residential Antidisplacement and Relocation Assistance Plan and (3) Policy Statement for Communicating Information to Persons with Sensory Impairments;
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the following appointments and authorization of individuals are made; (1) Handicapped/Section 504 Compliance/Coordinator – Bradley N. Cammack (2) Antidisplacement Coordinator – Bradley N. Cammack, (3) Equal Employment Officer – Bradley N. Cammack, (4) Citizen Complaint Officer – Bradley N. Cammack, (5) Labor Compliance Officer - LCDBG Administrator, and (6) Authorize the President to sign all documents pertaining to the LCDBG Program;
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that Bradley N. Cammack and Karen Cupit are hereby authorized to sign for Requests for Payment; Shane Smiley shall certify to the correctness of each signature and that Community Trust Bank is hereby designated as the official depositary of all LCDBG funds and that Brad Cammack is authorized to sign checks on the official depositary, which is required for each check.
The above resolution was adopted on the 6th day of July 2009.
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Mr. Cammack asked that Mr. Fontana be allowed to speak regarding the upcoming grant year. Mr. Fontana spoke regarding the grant process for the upcoming year, and asked that the jury start considering projects that could possibly be funded. Mr. Fontana indicated that the deadline for applying for such projects was forthcoming. No other action was taken on this matter.
The president recognized Mr. Edward Johnson of Huntington Park Subdivision. Mr. Johnson was not present.
The president stated that Mr. Calhoun asked that Mr. James Coward be added to the list of visitors. The president recognized Mr. Coward.
Mr. James Coward of 1208 Belle Cote Rd, West Monroe, spoke regarding a ditch behind his home. Mr. Coward stated that he had asked for help for a number of years and nothing had been done. Mr. Coward presented pictures to the jury. A heated discussion ensued. No action was taken on the matter.
The president announced the following service awards for the month of July 2009.
PUBLIC WORKS
ROGER LEE-5 YRS
TONY JOHNSON-15 YRS
JEFFERY SCOTT-10 YRS
GREEN OAKS
AUBREY HIGGINS-10 YRS
The president requested a motion to recess the regular meeting in favor of the Personnel Committee Meeting. Motion offered by Mr. Caldwell, seconded by Mr. Calhoun to recess the regular meeting and reconvene as the Personnel Committee meeting. Motion passed without opposition.
PERSONNEL COMMITTEE MEETING
The president called the Personnel Committee meeting to order at 5:50 p.m., and recognized Chief Hemphill.
Chief Hemphill indicated that he had three personnel matters for consideration. Chief Hemphill recommended the following personnel actions for approval.
Sick Leave
Garvan, Michael S, Extended Sick Leave, Effective 6/18/09
Hutton, David T., Extended Sick Leave, Effective 6/03/09
Nelson, Daniel S. , Extended Sick Leave, Effective 6/12/09
Motion offered by Mr. Caldwell, seconded by Mr. Jackson to accept the recommendations of the fire chief. Motion passed without any opposition.
The president recognized Mr. Rhodes, Green Oaks Detention Center. Mr. Rhodes requested to hire two (2) Juvenile Detention Officers II, Ricky D. Fuller and Gary D. Melton to replace employees that had been terminated or left voluntarily. Motion offered by Mr. Caldwell, seconded by Ms. Blade to accept the recommendation of Mr. Rhodes. Motion passed without any opposition.
Mr. Rhodes spoke regarding the contract with Willstaff for three temporary employees. Mr. Rhodes indicated that two of the three had been hired and to avoid spending additional monies that the remaining time on the contract of the two should be bought at this time. Motion offered by Mr. Caldwell, seconded by Ms. Moore to accept the recommendation of Mr. Rhodes. Motion passed without any opposition.
The president recognized Mr. Murray, Public Works. Mr. Murray spoke regarding the new job description for a Vehicle Wash Facility Operator and recommended that the job description be approved at this time. Motion offered by Mr. Caldwell, seconded by Ms. Blade to accept the recommendation of Mr. Murray for the position. Motion passed without opposition.
A motion to adjourn was offered by Mr. Caldwell, seconded by Mr. Jackson. The Personnel Committee meeting was adjourned at 5:59 p.m.
The president requested a motion to enter into the Public Works Committee meeting at this time. Motion offered by Mr. Caldwell, seconded by Ms. Moore to convene the Public Works Committee meeting. Motion passed without opposition.
PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE MEETING
The chairman, Mr. Calhoun called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m., and recognized Mr. Murray.
Mr. Murray spoke regarding the preliminary subdivision approval for the South Prairion Subdivision in District B. Discussion ensued. Mr. Harrison spoke and recommended denial of the preliminary subdivision approval. Motion by Mr. Calhoun, seconded by Mr. Caldwell to deny the preliminary subdivision of the South Prairion Subdivision in District B, subject to the comments of the parish engineer. Motion passed without opposition.
Mr. Murray asked Mr. Harrison to speak regarding the minor subdivision approval for Canaan Subdivision, Unit 1 located in District F. Mr. Harrison spoke and stated that the contractor has not provided the necessary documents for a water supply. Mr. Harrison recommended denial of the minor subdivision approval pending the receipt of the items that are outstanding. Motion offered by Ms. Moore, seconded by Mr. Jackson to deny the minor subdivision approval of Canaan Subdivision, Unit 1 (District F) subject to the comments of the parish engineer. Motion passed without opposition.
Mr. Murray spoke regarding the final subdivision approval of Long Leaf Plantation, Unit 1 (District B). Mr. Murray and Mr. Harrison recommended denial of the final subdivision approval for Long Leaf Plantation, Unit 1 (District B). Motion offered by Mr. Calhoun, seconded by Mr. Jackson to accept the recommendations of the Public Works Director and Mr. Harrison regarding Long Leaf Plantation, Unit 1. Motion passed without opposition.
Mr. Murray spoke regarding the off road ditching projects in Garden Park and Tanglewood Subdivisions. No action was taken on this matter.
Mr. Murray spoke regarding the purchase of a storage container for sand bags. Mr. Murray asked permission to purchase two containers at a cost of approximately $8,000. Discussion ensued. Motion offered by Mr. Caldwell, seconded by Ms. Blade to spend up to $9,000 to purchase two storage containers for sand bags at public works, and seek reimbursement for the monies spent for the purchase of the containers. Motion passed with Mr. Jackson voting no.
A motion to adjourn the public works committee meeting and reconvene the regular meeting was offered by Mr. Caldwell, seconded by Mr. Jackson. Motion passed without opposition.
The regular meeting was reconvened at 6:15 p.m.
The following department heads presented reports for the month.
DEPARTMENT HEAD REPORTS
Mr. Mike Rhodes, Director
Mr. Rhodes stated that he was in the process of gearing up for the upcoming budget season with his operational committee. No action was taken on this matter.
HOMELAND SECURITY: Mr. Butch Beckham, Director
Mr. Beckham spoke regarding a recent meeting with the Red Cross about sheltering.
HOUSING: Ms. Peggy Steele, Housing Director
Ms. Steele stated that she had no additional items. Ms. Moore congratulated Ms. Steele on her recent appointment to the National Training and Redevelopment Program.
LAJET: Mr. Leonard Tims, Director
Mr. Tims reported that his department had a successful state audit during the month of June with no findings.
MOTIONS * ORDINANCES * RESOLUTIONS:
The president recognized Mr. Jackson, District A.
MR. CHARLES JACKSON, DISTRICT A:
Mr. Jackson stated that he had no items for action tonight, but confirmed that the application for the Energy Efficient Grants had been filed. Mr. Jackson stated that the deadline had been extended an additional 60 days.
Mr. Jackson stated that the jury had received preliminary approval for the West Ouachita Sewer District #16 Project in the amount of $100,000. Mr. Jackson indicated that we have been invited to submit a full proposal. No other action was taken on this matter.
The president recognized Mr. Calhoun, District B.
MR. CALHOUN, DISTRICT
Mr. Calhoun asked that the matter regarding West Ouachita Recreational District be deferred until the next meeting.
Mr. Calhoun spoke regarding a drainage ditch behind Riser School. Mr. Calhoun stated that the estimate to dig the ditch is approximately $6,600. Mr. Mitchell stated that a cooperative endeavor agreement with the school board would be necessary to fulfill this project. Motion offered by Mr. Calhoun, seconded by Mr. Caldwell to approve the project in the amount of $6,600, to be paid from remaining funds previously transferred to Public Works from the General Fund for the Tanglewood Culvert Project with comments from Mr. Mitchell. Discussion ensued. Motion passed without opposition.
The president recognized Mr. Caldwell, District C.
MR. CALDWELL, DISTRICT C:
Mr. Caldwell asked Mr. Mitchell to speak regarding the ULM Government Access Cable Channel. Mr. Mitchell stated that Francis Smith, from Comcast had met with Mr. Echolson from the university. Mr. Mitchell indicated that process was being made and that hopefully within the next year something will be done with the channel. Discussion ensued. Mr. Caldwell asked that the matter be placed back on his agenda during the month of September for an update.
Mr. Caldwell spoke regarding procedures for work requests by jurors. Mr. Caldwell asked that various department heads get back to him with ways to streamline the workflow process.
The president recognized Ms. Blade, District D.
MS. BLADE, DISTRICT D:
Ms. Blade indicated that she had no items, but thanked the jury for appointing her to serve as the interim juror until the October election.
MR. SHANE SMILEY, DISTRICT E:
The president spoke regarding the appraisal for the Town & Country Flood Control Project. Mr. Smiley asked that Mr. Harrison speak regarding the matter. Mr. Harrison stated that an appraisal is needed to establish the value of that final piece of property for the right of way. Motion offered by Mr. Smiley, seconded by Mr. Calhoun to give Mr. Harrison approval to get an appraisal of the property and have it done in a timely manner. Motion passed without opposition.
The president spoke regarding the fund raising activities in parish roadways. Mr. Mitchell stated that he would draft an ordinance for the next meeting. No action was taken on this matter.
The president spoke regarding a letter of support for NOVA, a community-based non-profit organization that works with Workforce Investment Board. Motion offered by Mr. Smiley, seconded by Mr. Caldwell to give NOVA a letter of support and authorize the president to sign it. Motion passed without opposition.
The president spoke regarding the ordinance revoking a portion of right of way on Hardwood Circle. Mr. Mitchell spoke regarding the matter.
The following ordinance was introduced by Mr. Smiley:
ORDINANCE NO. 8936 (INTRODUCTION)
AN ORDINANCE REVOKING A PORTION OF RIGHT OF WAY ON HARDWOOD CIRCLE AND FURTHER PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO:
WHEREAS, there exists no public purpose for the continuation of the right-of-way on Hardwood Circle,
WHEREAS, the revocation of said portion of the right of way on Hardwood Circle is in the public interest.
NOW, THEREFORE:
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE Ouachita Parish Police Jury in legal and regular session that the portion of the right of way on Hardwood Circle is hereby revoked.
BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that Notice of this proposed revocation be published in the Official Journal of the Ouachita Parish Police Jury on July 16, 2009, and a Public Hearing shall be held in the Police Jury Meeting Room, Second Floor, Ouachita Parish Courthouse, 300 St. John Street, Monroe, Louisiana, Monday, July 20, 2009; to hear comments from all interested parties.
The above ordinance was introduced on the 6th day of July 2009.
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The president recognized Ms. Moore, District F.
MS. PAT MOORE, DISTRICT
Ms. Moore asked that the matter regarding the Housing Program Assistant for Code Enforcement/Housing be deferred until the next meeting.
Ms. Moore spoke regarding a request for a letter of support for the Southeast Post Office. Motion offered by Ms. Moore, seconded by Ms. Blade to get Mr. Mitchell to send a letter of support for the Southeast Post Office along with the resolution and then forward them to Representative Rodney Alexander’s office. Motion passed without opposition.
Ms. Moore indicated that she had recently received some information regarding the water and sewage for the Ollie Burns Branch Library, and asked that the matter be deferred until the next meeting.
The following ordinance was introduced by Ms. Moore:
ORDINANCE NO. 8935 (INTRODUCTION)
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 14.1, DECREASING THE SPEED LIMIT ON TAYLOR ROAD FROM FORTY (40) MILES PER HOUR TO TWENTY-FIVE (25) MILES PER HOUR; AND FURTHER PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO.
WHEREAS, the Ouachita Parish Police Jury has heretofore established a specific speed limit of forty (40) mph on Taylor Road, a parish road located in District F of Ouachita Parish;
WHEREAS, decreasing the speed limit to twenty-five miles-per-hour (25 mph) on Taylor 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
Taylor Road– 25 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.
The above Ordinance was introduced on the 6th day of July 2009.
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ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS:
The president recognized Mr. Cammack, Treasurer.
FISCAL: Mr. Brad Cammack, Treasurer
Mr. Cammack spoke regarding the bid tabulation for Waste Hauling and Curbside Garbage Pickup for certain Section 8 properties and recommended Waste Management be awarded the contract. Motion offered by Mr. Calhoun, seconded by Ms. Moore to accept the recommendation of the treasurer for garbage pickup. Motion passed without opposition.
Mr. Cammack spoke regarding the bid tabulation for the chiller compressor and chiller coil for the parish courthouse and asked that the matter be deferred until the next meeting of the jury.
Mr. Cammack welcomed Ms. Blade to the jury and stated that an appointment would be made with the photographer as soon as possible.
The president recognized Chief Hemphill, Fire Department.
FIRE: Chief Pat Hemphill, Fire Department
Chief Hemphill stated that bids had been opened on the equipment under the grant funds, and that a recommendation would be forthcoming at the next meeting.
The president recognized Mr. Mitchell, Assistant District Attorney.
LEGAL: Mr. Jay B. Mitchell, Assist. Dist. Attorney
Mr. Mitchell spoke regarding an amendment to the Inmate Telephone Services Contract and recommended approval. Discussion ensued. Motion offered by Mr. Jackson, seconded by Mr. Caldwell to accept the amendment to the contract as recommended by the parish attorney. Motion passed without opposition.
Mr. Mitchell spoke regarding the request for a resolution authorizing a revision to the resolutions adopted on June 1st and June 15th, which would change the canvass date of the election and change the statutory citations relative to the road lighting districts. Motion offered by Ms. Moore, seconded by Mr. Caldwell to offer the following resolution:
RESOLUTION 09-61
A RESOLUTION AMENDING RESOLUTION NOS. 09-18 -- 09-48 RELATIVE TO ELECTIONS IN CERTAIN OUACHITA PARISH ROAD LIGHTING DISTRICTS; AND FURTHER PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERTETO.
WHEREAS, on June 1, 2009 and June 15, 2009, the Ouachita Parish Police Jury, in its statutory capacity as the governing authority of Road Lighting Districts located in Ouachita Parish, Louisiana, adopted Resolution Nos. 09-18 – 09-48 calling elections in the Ouachita Parish Road Lighting Districts identified in said Resolutions, with such elections to be held on October 17, 2009;
WHEREAS, the Ouachita Parish Police Jury now finds that certain corrections and/or revisions to the language of the Resolutions identified above are necessary in order to effectively carry out the intent and purpose of such Resolutions;
NOW THEREFORE:
BE IT RESOLVED by the Ouachita Parish Police Jury that its Resolution Nos. 09-18 – 09-48 adopted on June 1, 2009 and June 15, 2009, calling elections in the Ouachita Parish Road Lighting Districts identified in said Resolutions be, and hereby are, amended and restated as follows:
That the statutory references in Section 1 (“Election Call”) of said Resolution Nos. 09-18 – 09-48 be revised to delete the citation of “Article VI, Section 26 of the Constitution of the State of Louisiana;” and to include the citations of “Article VI, Section 22 of the Constitution of the State of Louisiana” and “La. R.S. 48:1309, et seq.;”
That the references to the dates of the authorization of any present service charges in each district as set forth in the Proposition contained in Section 1 (“Election Call”) of the above-identified Resolutions be revised to match such dates as are reflected in the process verbal of each district’s most recent election;
That the date and time of the review and canvass set forth in Section 3 (“Canvass”) of the above-identified Resolutions be revised to reflect that said canvass will occur at a special meeting of the Governing Authority to be held at noon (5:30 p.m.) on October 20, 2009;
That any typographical errors contained in the original, printed versions of the above-identified Resolutions be corrected.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a notation be made on the face of the Minutes of the Ouachita Parish Police Jury meetings held on June 1, 2009, and June 15, 2009, in the Minute Books maintained by the Ouachita Parish Police Jury referencing this Resolution and the revisions effected hereby.
The above resolution was adopted the 6th day of July 2009.
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The president recognized Mr. Murray, Public Works Director.
PUBLIC WORKS: Mr. John Tom Murray, Director
Mr. Murray indicated that he had no additional items.
The president recognized Mr. Harrison, Engineer.
ROADS & DRAINAGE: Mr. Don Harrison, Engineer
Mr. Harrison spoke regarding the railroad grade crossing at Booth Street and asked that the police jury would consider a motion to not object to the closing of that crossing. Mr. Mitchell spoke regarding the matter. Motion offered by Ms. Blade, seconded by Mr. Jackson to advise Kansas City Southern Railroad that the jury does not object to the permanent closure of grade crossing on Booth Street. Discussion ensued. Motion passed with Mr. Caldwell opposing.
Mr. Harrison spoke regarding the commercial sewerage treatment within the parish. Mr. Harrison reported that DHH/DEQ was enforcing the requirements that caused a problem with economic growth within the state. Mr. Harrison indicated that DHH/DEQ has since relaxed their enforcement on commercial projects that don’t include domestic waste. No action was taken on this matter.
BEER AND WHISKEY APPLICATIONS:
There were none.
INVITATION FOR PUBLIC PARTICIPATION:
Mr. Byrd Minter, 2206 Briarmoor Drive, Monroe spoke regarding the needs of the monies for the V-Vehicle Plant. Mr. Minter stated that raising the sales tax instead of the property tax would pay for the obligation for the V-Car. No action was taken on this matter.
There being no other business to come before the jury, a motion to adjourn was offered by Mr. Calhoun, seconded by Mr. Caldwell. The meeting was adjourned at 7:18 p.m.
A D J O U R N!
Shane Smiley, President
Deborah H. Sewell, Recording Secretary
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PROCEEDINGS OF THE POLICE JURY, PARISH OF OUACHITA, STATE OF LOUISIANA, TAKEN AT A SPECIAL CALLED MEETING HELD THURSDAY, JULY 16, 2009 AT 6:07 P.M.
The Police Jury of the Parish of Ouachita, State of Louisiana met in a special called legal session in the Ouachita Parish Police Jury Meeting Room, Courthouse Building, Monroe, Louisiana on Thursday, July 16, 2009 at 6:07 p.m., and was duly convened by Mr. Shane Smiley, President, who stated that the Police Jury was ready for the transaction of business.
Members Present (5): Charles Jackson, District A; Mack Calhoun, District B; Ruby Blade, District D; Shane Smiley, District E; Pat Moore, District F.
Members Absent (1) Walt Caldwell, District C.
The invocation was given by the president. The Pledge of Allegiance to the flag was led by the president.
The president acknowledged and thanked various visitors of the audience for their support by attending the meeting which included Mayor Jamie Mayo, City of Monroe; Mayor Dave Norris, City of West Monroe; Assessor Rich Bailey, Van Purdue of Community Trust Bank, Grant Schlueter of Foley & Judell, Billy Boles of Boles Law Firm, Sue Nicholson of the Monroe Chamber of Commerce, and Bob Fudikar, Louisiana Economic Development.
The president spoke regarding the process involving the V-Vehicle Car Company coming to the parish. The president recognized Mr. Grant Schlueter of Foley & Judell, L.L.P. Mr. Schlueter spoke regarding the proposed tax and millage. Discussion ensued.
The following resolution was offered by Mr. Smiley and seconded unanimously with Mr. Caldwell absent:
RESOLUTION NO. 09-62
A resolution ordering and calling a special election to be held in the Parish of Ouachita, State of Louisiana, to authorize the levy of a special tax therein; making application to the State Bond Commission in connection therewith; and providing for other matters in connection therewith.
BE IT RESOLVED by the Police Jury of the Parish of Ouachita, State of Louisiana (the "Governing Authority"), acting as the governing authority of the Parish of Ouachita, State of Louisiana (the "Parish"), that:
SECTION 1. Election Call. Subject to the approval of the State Bond Commission, and under the authority conferred by Article VI, Section 26(B) of the Constitution of the State of Louisiana of 1974, the applicable provisions of Chapter 5 and Chapter 6-A of the Louisiana Election Code, and other constitutional and statutory authority, a special election is hereby called and ordered to be held in the Parish on SATURDAY, OCTOBER 17, 2009, between the hours of six o'clock (6:00) a.m., and eight o'clock (8:00) p.m., in accordance with the provisions of La. R.S. 18:541, and at the said election there shall be submitted to all registered voters qualified and entitled to vote at the said election under the Constitution and laws of this State and the Constitution of the United States, the following proposition, to-wit:
PROPOSITION
(ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT)
Summary: Not exceeding 15 year, not exceeding 1.80 mills property tax solely to provide funding for the obligations of Ouachita Parish, the City of Monroe and the City of West Monroe in securing the location of a vehicle manufacturer in, and the expansion of, the old Guide facility; provided, however, upon full payment of said obligations and any bonds issued to provide such funding, the Parish shall cease to levy and collect the Tax for the remainder of the authorized term.
Shall the Parish of Ouachita, State of Louisiana (the “Parish”), levy a special tax of not exceeding one and eighty hundredths (1.80) mills on all property subject to taxation in the Parish (an estimated $1,445,000 reasonably expected at this time to be collected from the levy of the tax for an entire year), for a period of not exceeding fifteen (15) years, beginning with the year 2009 and ending not later than the year 2023, solely to provide funding for the obligations of the Parish, the City of Monroe and the City of West Monroe in securing the location of a vehicle manufacturer in, and the expansion of, the old Guide facility; provided, however, upon full payment of said obligations and any bonds issued to provide such funding, the Parish shall cease to levy and collect the Tax for the remainder of the authorized term?
SECTION 2. Publication of Notice of Election. A Notice of Special Election shall be published in The Ouachita Citizen, a weekly (Thursday) newspaper of general circulation within the Parish, published in West Monroe, Louisiana, and being the official journal of the Parish, once a week for four consecutive weeks, with the first publication to be made not less than forty-five (45) days nor more than ninety (90) days prior to the date of the election, which Notice shall be substantially in the form attached hereto as "Exhibit A" and incorporated herein by reference the same as if it were set forth herein in full.
SECTION 3. Canvass. This Governing Authority shall meet at its regular meeting place, the Police Jury Room of the Courthouse, Monroe, Louisiana, on TUESDAY, OCTOBER 20, 2009, at FIVE-THIRTY O'CLOCK (5:30) P.M., and shall then and there in open and public session proceed to examine and canvass the returns and declare the result of the said special election.
SECTION 4. Polling Places. The polling places set forth in the aforesaid Notice of Special Election are hereby designated as the polling places at which to hold the said election, and the Commissioners-in-Charge and Commissioners, respectively, will be the same persons as those designated in accordance with law.
SECTION 5. Election Commissioners; Voting Machines. The officers designated to serve as Commissioners-in-Charge and Commissioners pursuant to Section 4 hereof, or such substitutes therefore as may be selected and designated in accordance with La. R.S. 18:1287, shall hold the said special election as herein provided, and shall make due returns of said election for the meeting of the Governing Authority to be held on Tuesday, October 20, 2009, as provided in Section 3 hereof. All registered voters in the Parish will be entitled to vote at the special election, and voting machines shall be used.
SECTION 6. Authorization of Officers. The Secretary of the Governing Authority is hereby empowered, authorized and directed to arrange for and to furnish to said election officers in ample time for the holding of said election, the necessary equipment, forms and other paraphernalia essential to the proper holding of said election and the President and/or Secretary of the Governing Authority are further authorized, empowered and directed to take any and all further action required by State and/or Federal law to arrange for the election, including but not limited to, appropriate submission to the Federal Department of Justice under Section 5 of the Federal Voting Rights Act of 1965, as amended.
SECTION 7. Furnishing Election Call to Election Officials. Certified copies of this resolution shall be forwarded to the Secretary of State, the Clerk of Court and Ex-Officio Parish Custodian of Voting Machines of Ouachita Parish and the Registrar of Voters of Ouachita Parish, as notification of the special election, in order that each may prepare for said election and perform their respective functions as required by law.
SECTION 8. Application to State Bond Commission. Application is made to the State Bond Commission for consent and authority to hold the special election as herein provided, and in the event said election carries for further consent and authority to levy and collect the special tax provided for therein. A certified copy of this resolution shall be forwarded to the State Bond Commission on behalf of this Governing Authority, together with a letter requesting the prompt consideration and approval of this application.
SECTION 9. Employment of Bond Counsel. A real necessity is hereby found for the employment of special counsel in connection with the issuance of bonds or other obligations secured by the aforesaid tax, and accordingly Foley & Judell, L.L.P. and The Boles Law Firm, A.P.C., as Co-Bond Counsel, are hereby requested to do and perform comprehensive legal and coordinate professional work as co-bond counsel with respect to the issuance and sale of each series of the bonds. Said Co-Bond Counsel shall prepare and submit to this Governing Authority for adoption all of the proceedings incidental to the authorization, issuance, sale and delivery of such bonds, shall counsel and advise the Issuer as to the issuance and sale thereof and shall furnish its opinion covering the legality of the issuance of the Bonds. The total combined fee of said Co-Bond Counsel for each series of bonds shall not exceed the fee allowed by the Attorney General's fee guidelines for comprehensive, legal and coordinate professional work in connection with the issuance of revenue bonds and based on the amount of said bonds actually issued, sold, delivered and paid for, plus "out-of-pocket" expenses, said fees to be contingent upon the issuance, sale and delivery of said bonds. A certified copy of this resolution shall be submitted to the Attorney General of the State of Louisiana for his written approval of said employment and of the fees herein designated, and the Treasurer is hereby empowered and directed to issue vouchers to said Co-Bond Counsel in payment for the work herein provided for upon completion of the work herein specified and under the conditions herein enumerated.
SECTION 10. Declaration of Official Intent. Prior to the delivery of bonds or other obligations secured by the aforesaid tax, the Governing Authority anticipates that a portion of the costs of the capital projects may be paid with other available funds. The projects include capital expenses related to the conversion and expansion of the old Guide facility. Upon the issuance of the Bonds, the Issuer reasonably expects to reimburse any such expenditures from the proceeds of the Bonds. Any such allocation of proceeds of the Bonds for reimbursement will be with respect to capital expenditures (as defined in Reg. 1.150-1(b)) and will be made upon the delivery of the Bonds and not later than one year after the later of (i) the date such expenditure was paid or (ii) the date on which the project was placed in service. This Section is intended to be a declaration of official intent within the meaning of Reg. 1.150-2.
This resolution having been submitted to a vote, the vote thereon was as follows:
MEMBERS:
YEAS: Charles E. Jackson, III; Mack Calhoun; Ruby Blade; Shane Smiley; Pat Moore.
NAYS:
ABSENT: Walt Caldwell
ABSTAINING:
And the resolution was declared adopted on this, the 16th day of July 2009.
/s/Brad Cammack, acting secretary
/s/ Shane Smiley, President
There being no other business to come before the jury, a motion to adjourn was offered by Mr. Jackson, seconded by Mr. Calhoun. The meeting was adjourned at 6:23 pm.
ADJOURN
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PUBLIC NOTICE
OUACHITA PARISH POLICE JURY
FLOODPLAINS AND WETLANDS NOTICE
EARLY PUBLIC REVIEW
The Ouachita Parish Police Jury is carrying out an action which in part may affect or be affected by the 100 year flood plain and seeks to involve the public in the decision making process. The Parish is implementing an FY 2009 Louisiana Community Development Block Grant for sewer improvements. A large portion of the project area is located within the 100 Year Flood Plain and in areas that have the potential to be wetlands. This review is conducted in compliance with Executive Orders 11988 and 11990. The Parish is interested in discussing alternatives to this project and securing public perception of possible adverse impacts that could result from the project and possible measures to minimize any such impacts.
The project file with details available is located at the Ouachita Parish Police Jury, 300 Saint John Street, Monroe, Louisiana. The information may be examined Monday thru Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Comments may be submitted in person at the Police Jury or mailed to the Ouachita Parish Police Jury, P.O. Box 3007, Monroe, LA 71210-3007. Comments will be received until the end of business on September 23, 2009. No action will be taken before that date.
Shane Smiley, President
Environmental Certifying Officer
Ouachita Parish Police Jury
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MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING
TOWN OF STERLINGTON
MAYOR AND BOARD OF ALDERMEN
STERLINGTON, LOUISIANA
6:30 P.M. TUESDAY, JULY 28, 2009
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: Cliff Bullock, Ron Hill, Bonnie Dilmore, and Ladd Williams. Alderman Caesar Velasquez was absent.
INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Pastor Tracy Boyd gave the invocation and led the group in the Pledge of Allegiance.
GUESTS
Attending the meeting were Tyler Storms, Attorney for Peck Construction, Benoit Holloway Jr. with Peck Construction, Ben Holloway with Peck Construction, Roger Kinnison, Trippe Hawthorne with Kean Miller Law Firm representing G. D. Womack Construction, Paul Turner, General Manager for G. D. Womack Construction, Reverend Judy Bazer, Dennis and Keda Sims, Donald Duncan, Jr., Pastor Tracy Boyd, Oliver Schultz, Francis Huffman, Melissa Breland, Michael Devault reporter for Ouachita Citizen, Wes Helbling reporter for North Ouachita Weekly News.
Town personnel in attendance were Bryan Racer, Jacob Greer, and Marilyn Dilmore.
AGENDA MODIFICATIONS
M/S/C (MOVED, SECONDED, AND CARRIED) (Ladd Williams, Bonnie Dilmore) to add Awarding Town Parking Lot Bid to New Business.
REPORTS
TOWN AUDIT
Francis Huffman with Luffey, Huffman, Ragsdale & Soignier, Certified Public Accountants Firm reports the Town of Sterlington had a very good unqualified audit for the year ending December 31, 2008. Mr. Huffman went over several pages of the report explaining the figures.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
LITIGATION ON WASTEWATER TREATMENT BIDS
Mayor Breland wants to hear both attorneys (for Peck Construction and for G.D. Womack Construction) arguments concerning the law suits, before the Council votes to enter into executive session to discuss this matter.
M/S/C (MOVED, SECONDED AND CARRIED) (Cliff Bullock, Ladd Williams) to enter into executive session at 7:06 p.m.
The meeting reconvened at 7:22 p.m.
M/S/C (Ladd Williams, Cliff Bullock) for the Town to adhere to the current award contract with G.D. Womack and to proceed to court.
Bryan Racer, attorney for the town stated that we are going to let the courts make the decision on this.
REPORTS Continued
SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL GRANT
Mayor Breland discussed after the survey we learned that on High Avenue the right-of-ways are not adequate, so Mr. Holtzclaw extended the right-of-ways to private property on the drawings and the State said there were federal guidelines that would hold this up for another year and a half. We can get the owners to deal with us on the right-of-ways. Mayor Breland stated our best bet for now is to delete Harvey and High Streets from Phase I until we can get everything straight and then come back and reapply.
HAZARD MITIGATION PLANNING GRANT
Mayor Breland applied through FEMA for $35,000 grant to do our own Hazard Mitigation Plan and we got it. We are under the Parishes plan now and have to go through them. Mayor Breland has a meeting set up in August to get this started.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS
Discussion was tabled, M/S/C (Cliff Bullock, Ron Hill).
ANNEXATIONS
Attorney Katy Balsamo was not present discussion on annexations was tabled, M/S/C (Ron Hill, Ladd Williams)
NEW BUSINESS
AWARDING THE TOWN PARKING LOT BID
Mayor Breland reported that Mr. Holtzclaw had to refigure the parking lot to get the bid down to what the town was awarded for this project. He talked to Amethyst Construction since they were the lowest bidder. Amethyst agreed to the changes and the amount of $55,000.
M/S/C (Ron Hill, Ladd Williams) to award the parking lot bid to Amethyst Construction for $55,000.
INVITATION FOR PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
There were no discussions.
ADJOURN
There being no further business to discuss, the meeting was adjourned, M/S/C (Cliff Bullock, Ladd Williams).
Vern Breland, Mayor
Marilyn Dilmore, Town Clerk
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NOTICE
This shall serve as notice that the Town Council of the Town of Sterlington, Louisiana, will meet in legal session on Tuesday, September 22, 2009, at 6:30 p.m. at the Town Hall to review the following application for annexation into the town limits of the Town of Sterlington.
Applicant: Town of Sterlington
Property to be Annexed: See description.
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