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Public Notices: Thursday, November 4th, 2010

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Public Notices Published Thursday, November 4th, 2010
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SHERIFF’S SALE
COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS, INC.
VS.NO. 09874
PATRICIA MOORE, wife of/and JIMMY RAYMOND BRELAND
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, November 10, 2010, beginning at 10:00 A.M., the following described property, to wit:
LOT 10 AND A PORTION OF LOT 9 OF UNIT NO. 2 OF GREEN SPRINGS SUBDIVISION, AS PER PLAT RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 14, PAGE 95, RECORDS OF OUACHITA PARISH, LOUISIANA, SAID PORTION OF LOT 9 BEING MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: FROM THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF SAID LOT 9, RUN N63 DEGREES, 44’25”W, ALONG THE NORTH LINE OF SAID LOT 9, ALONG THE SOUTH RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE OF CRYSTAL DRIVE, A DISTANCE OF 20.00 FEET, TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE, AT A DEFLECTION ANGLE OF 90 DEGREES LEFT, RUN S 26 DEGREES 15’35”W, A DISTANCE OF 54.16 FEET, TO A POINT ON THE EAST LINE OF SAID LOT 9; THENCE RUN THE FOLLOWING COURSES AND DISTANCES ALONG THE EXISTING DIVISION LINE BETWEEN LOT 8 AND LOT 9; S 46 DEGREES 31’37”W, A DISTANCE OF 69.90 FEET; S 30 DEGREES 45’40”W, A DISTANCE OF 64.00 FEET; S 16 DEGREES 35’41”E, A DISTANCE OF 40.00 FEET; TO THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF SAID LOT 9; THENCE RUN S89 DEGREES 14’59”W, ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID LOT 9, A DISTANCE OF 68.88 FEET, TO THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF SAID LOT 9; THENCE RUN N 25 DEGREES 53’01”E, ALONG THE EXISTING DIVISION LINE BETWEEN LOT 9 AND LOT 10, A DISTANCE OF 279.71 FEET, TO THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF SAID LOT 9; THENCE RUN S63 DEGREES 44’25”E, ALONG THE NORTH LINE OF SAID LOT 9, ALONG SAID SOUTH RIGHT-OF-WAY OF CRYSTAL DRIVE, A DISTANCE OF 65.00 FEET, BACK TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING, BEING SUBJECT TO ANY SERVITUDES OR EASEMENTS IN USE OR OF RECORD.
Seized as the property of the defendants and will be sold to satisfy said WRIT OF SEIZURE AND SALE and all costs.
Said sale is WITH benefit of appraisement to the last and highest bidder. Terms of sale: Cash or certified funds by 1:00 P.M. on the day of sale for the full amount bid.
ROYCE TONEY, SHERIFF
Ouachita Parish
Monroe, LA
October 07, 2010 & November 04, 2010
_____________________________________________________________
SHERIFF’S SALE
WELLS FARGO BANK NA
VS.NO. 091519
WILLIAM HARLAND SHAMBURGER , JR
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, November 10, 2010, beginning at 10:00 A.M., the following described property, to wit:
LOT TWENTY-SIX (26) OF G.B. HAYNES SUBDIVISION OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER (SE 1/4) OF NORTHEAST QUARTER (NE 1/4) AND WEST HALF (W 1/2) OF NORTHEAST QUARTER (NE 1/4) AND SOUTHEAST QUARTER (SE 1/4) OF NORTHWEST QUARTER (NW 1/4), SECTION 16, TOWNSHIP 17 NORTH, RANGE 3 EAST, WEST MONROE, LOUISIANA, AS PER PLAT IN PLAT BOOK 1, PAGE 0, RECORDS 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.
Said sale is WITH benefit of appraisement to the last and highest bidder. Terms of sale: Cash or certified funds by 1:00 P.M. on the day of sale for the full amount bid.
ROYCE TONEY, SHERIFF
Ouachita Parish
Monroe, LA
October 07, 2010 & November 04, 2010
_____________________________________________________________
SHERIFF’S SALE
CITIMORTGAGE, INC.
VS.NO. 092146
KEWANNA L EATON
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, November 10, 2010, beginning at 10:00 A.M., the following described property, to wit:
LOT 24 OF THE 4 SUBDIVISION OF LOTS 12 AND 13 OF THE SUBDIVISION OF A PORTION OF INGLESIDE PLANTATION IN SECTION 28 AND 37, TOWNSHIP 18 NORTH, RANGE 4 EAST, OUACHITA PARISH, LOUISIANA, PER PLAT FILE IN PLAT BOOK 9, PAGE 14 OF 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.
Said sale is WITH benefit of appraisement to the last and highest bidder. Terms of sale: Cash or certified funds by 1:00 P.M. on the day of sale for the full amount bid.
ROYCE TONEY, SHERIFF
Ouachita Parish
Monroe, LA
October 07, 2010 & November 04, 2010
_____________________________________________________________
SHERIFF’S SALE
PHH MORTGAGE CORPORATION
VS.NO. 093613
WILEY LEE MORGAN (AKA WILEY L. MORGAN, WILEY MORGAN) AND APRIL CHERIE PARKER MORGAN (AKA APRIL CHERIE PARKER, APRIL C.PARKER, APRIL PARKER, APRIL CHERIE MORGAN, APRIL C. MORGAN, APRIL PARKER MORGAN, APRIL P. MORGAN, APRIL C.P. MORGAN, APRIL MORGAN)
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, November 10, 2010, beginning at 10:00 A.M., the following described property, to wit:
LOT 16, PHASE III, FRENCHMAN’S BEND SUBDIVISION, UNIT 4, SITUATED IN SECTIONS 10 AND 15, TOWNSHIP 19 NORTH, RANGE 4 EAST, OUACHITA PARISH, LOUISIANA, AS PER PLAT FILED IN PLAT BOOK 21, PAGE 40, RECORDS OF OUACHITA PARISH, LOUISIANA. TOGETHER WITH ALL BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS LOCATED THEREON. WHICH HAS THE ADDRESS OF 205 MAISON DRIVE, MONROE, LA 71280.
Seized as the property of the defendants and will be sold to satisfy said WRIT OF SEIZURE AND SALE and all costs.
Said sale is WITH benefit of appraisement to the last and highest bidder. Terms of sale: Cash or certified funds by 1:00 P.M. on the day of sale for the full amount bid.
ROYCE TONEY, SHERIFF
Ouachita Parish
Monroe, LA
October 07, 2010 & November 04, 2010
_____________________________________________________________
SHERIFF’S SALE
WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A.
VS.NO. 100208
JUSTIN BRIAN PAXTON AND AIMEE PRAY PAXTON
STATE OF LOUISIANA
PARISH OF OUACHITA
FOURTH DISTRICT COURT
By virtue of a WRIT OF SEIZURE AND SALE issued from the Honor able 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, November 10, 2010, beginning at 10:00 A.M., the following described property, to wit:
LOT TWENTY-THREE (23), UNIT NO. 5, NORTHSIDE TERRACE SUBDIVISION, SITUATED IN SECTION 5, TOWNSHIP 18 NORTH, RANGE 4 EAST, OUACHITA PARISH, LOUISIANA, AS PER PLAT RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 15, PAGE 17, PUBLIC 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.
Said sale is WITHOUT benefit of appraisement to the last and highest bidder. Terms of sale: Cash or certified funds by 1:00 P.M. on the day of sale for the full amount bid.
ROYCE TONEY, SHERIFF
Ouachita Parish
Monroe, LA
October 07, 2010 & November 04, 2010
_____________________________________________________________
SHERIFF’S SALE
BENEFICIAL MORTGAGE CO OF LOUISIANA
VS.NO. 101664
JAMES P RICHARDSON AND KARLA K RICHARDSON
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, November 10, 2010, beginning at 10:00 A.M., the following described property, to wit:
THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PROPERTY TOGETHER WITH IMPROVEMENTS AND APPURTENANCES THEREUNTO BELONGING SITUATED IN OUACHITA PARISH LOUISIANA TO WIT: LOT 9 COTTONWOOD POINTE SUBDIVISION UNIT 4 SITUATED IN SECTIONS 34 AND 35 TOWNSHIP 20 NORTH RANGE 4 EAST OUACHITA PARISH LOUISIANA AS PER PLAT BOOK 21 PAGE 38 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.
Said sale is WITH benefit of appraisement to the last and highest bidder. Terms of sale: Cash or certified funds by 1:00 P.M. on the day of sale for the full amount bid.
ROYCE TONEY, SHERIFF
Ouachita Parish
Monroe, LA
October 07, 2010 & November 04, 2010
_____________________________________________________________
SHERIFF’S SALE
MIDFIRST BANK
VS.NO. 102017
DORSEY WILLIAMS AND MAPLE GREEN WILLIAMS
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, November 10, 2010, beginning at 10:00 A.M., the following described property, to wit:
That certain piece of portion of ground, together with all the buildings and improvements thereon, and all the rights, ways, privileges, servitudes, appurtenances and advantages thereunto belonging or in anywise appertaining, situated in the Parish of Ouachita, State of Louisiana- Lot Six (6) and the South Half of Lot 5 (S 1/2 of Lot 5), Block 12, of Alexander Land Company’s Addition to Monroe, Louisiana Said mortgage was filed of record in the Office of the Clerk of Court for Ouachita Parish on August 12, 1983 as MOB 1034, PAGE 357, FILE #877490.
Seized as the property of the defendants and will be sold to satisfy said WRIT OF SEIZURE AND SALE and all costs.
Said sale is WITH benefit of appraisement to the last and highest bidder. Terms of sale: Cash or certified funds by 1:00 P.M. on the day of sale for the full amount bid.
ROYCE TONEY, SHERIFF
Ouachita Parish
Monroe, LA
October 07, 2010 & November 04, 2010
_____________________________________________________________
SHERIFF’S SALE
REGIONS BANK D/B/A REGIONS MORTGAGE
VS.NO. 102169
LAWRENCE ANDREW STREET A/K/A LAWRENCE A STREET A/K/A LAWRENCE STREET
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, November 10, 2010, beginning at 10:00 A.M., the following described property, to wit:
LOT TWELVE (12) AND THE WEST FIFTEEN FEET (15’) OF LOT ELEVEN (11), OF BLOCK FIVE (5), UNIT NO ONE (1), PARKWOOD ADDITION TO WEST MONROE, LOUISIANA, AS PER PLAT ON FILE AND OF RECORD IN PLAT BOOK 9, PAGE 20, RECORDS OF OUACHITA PARISH, LOUISIANA, INCLUDING ALL BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS LOCATED THEREON.WHICH HAS THE ADDRESS OF 406 PARKWOOD DRIVE, WEST MONROE LA 71291
Seized as the property of the defendant and will be sold to satisfy said WRIT OF SEIZURE AND SALE and all costs.
Said sale is WITH benefit of appraisement to the last and highest bidder. Terms of sale: Cash or certified funds by 1:00 P.M. on the day of sale for the full amount bid.
ROYCE TONEY, SHERIFF
Ouachita Parish
Monroe, LA
October 07, 2010 & November 04, 2010
_____________________________________________________________
SHERIFF’S SALE
GREEN TREE SERVICING LLC F/K/A GREEN TREE FINANCIAL SERVICING CORPORATION
VS.NO. 102349
RAYMOND JOSEPH STEPPE, JR. AND
ANNA MARIE MCGOVERN STEPPE
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, November 10, 2010, beginning at 10:00 A.M., the following described property, to wit:
2000 CARRIGE BAYCREST MOBILE HOME 56 X 41 BEARING SERIAL NUMBERS CHAL4720A, CHAL4720B AND CHAL4720C IMMOBILIZED ONTO AND INCLUDING ALL THAT CERTAIN PARCEL OF LAND TOGETHER WITH ALL BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS, AND ALL THE RIGHTS, WAYS, PRIVILEGES, SERVITUDES, ADVANTAGES AND PRESCRIPTIONS THEREUNTO BELONGING OR IN ANYWISE APPERTAINING CONTAINING 3.41 ACRES, MORE OR LESS, LOCATED IN THE SE 1/4 OF SE 1/4 SECTION 32, T17N, R1E, OUACHITA PARISH, LA, MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS, TO-WIT: FROM A 1/2” IRON PIN FOUND MONUMENTING THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF SAID SECTION 32, PROCEED SOUTH 89 DEG 51’25” WEST ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF SECTION 32, A DISTANCE OF 978.69 FEET TO A COTTON PICKER SPINDLE FOUND ON THE CENTERLINE OF ED FULLER ROAD; THENCE PROCEED NORTH 01 DEG. 55’21” EAST ALONG SAID CENTERLINE A DISTANCE OF 200.13 FEET TO A FOUND 1/2 IRON PIN FOR THE POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE CONTINUE NORTH 01 DEG. 55’21” EAST ALONG SAID CENTERLINE A DISTANCE OF 200.13 FEET TO A SET 1/2” IRON PIN; THENCE PROCEED NORTH 89 DEG. 51’25” EAST PARALLEL TO THE SOUTH LINE OF SECTION 32, A DISTANCE OF 740.26 FEET TO A SET 1/2” IRON PIN; THENCE PROCEED SOUTH A DISTANCE OF 200.00 FEET TO A FOUND 1/2” IRON PIN; THENCE PROCEED SOUTH 89 DEG. 51’25” WEST PARALLEL TO THE SOUTH LINE OF SECTION 32, A DISTANCE OF 746.97 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING, BEING SUBJECT TO ANY AND ALL RIGHTS OF WAY, EASEMENTS AND SERVITUDES IN PLACE AND/OR OF RECORD. SAID PORTION OF LAND HAVING BOUNDARIES AND DIMENSIONS AS SHOWN BY LOWE AND ASSOC., INC., REGISTERED LAND SURVEYOR, DATED JULY 6, 1999, A COPY OF WHICH IS ATTACHED AND A PART HEREOF
Seized as the property of the defendants and will be sold to satisfy said WRIT OF SEIZURE AND SALE and all costs.
Said sale is WITH benefit of appraisement to the last and highest bidder. Terms of sale: Cash or certified funds by 1:00 P.M. on the day of sale for the full amount bid.
ROYCE TONEY, SHERIFF
Ouachita Parish
Monroe, LA
October 07, 2010 & November 04, 2010
_____________________________________________________________
SHERIFF’S SALE
BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, L.P.
VS.NO. 102359
DANE SCHROCK
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, November 10, 2010, beginning at 10:00 A.M., the following described property, to wit:
LOT EIGHT (8), AND NINE (9) OF BLOCK THIRTY-EIGHT (38) OF T.E. FLOURNOY’S SECOND ADDITION TO THE CITY OF WEST MONROE, LOUISIANA, AS PER PLAT FILED OF RECORD IN PLAT BOOK 1, PAGE 20, RECORDS OF OUACHITA PARISH, LOUISIANA. TOGETHER WITH ALL THE IMPROVEMENTS NOW OR HEREAFTER ERECTED ON THE PROPERTY, AND ALL EASEMENTS, APPURTENANCES, AND FIXTURES NOW OR HEREAFTER A PART OF THE PROPERTY.
Seized as the property of the defendant and will be sold to satisfy said WRIT OF SEIZURE AND SALE and all costs.
Said sale is WITH benefit of appraisement to the last and highest bidder. Terms of sale: Cash or certified funds by 1:00 P.M. on the day of sale for the full amount bid.
ROYCE TONEY, SHERIFF
Ouachita Parish
Monroe, LA
October 07, 2010 & November 04, 2010
_____________________________________________________________
SHERIFF’S SALE
GMAC N/K/A ALLY FINANCIAL INC. AND F/K/A GMAC INC.
VS.NO. 102496
JASON HUMBLE
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, November 17, 2010, beginning at 10:00 A.M., the following described property, to wit:
2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO VIN #2GCEK13Z161339900
Seized as the property of the defendant and will be sold to satisfy said WRIT OF SEIZURE AND SALE and all costs.
Said sale is WITH benefit of appraisement to the last and highest bidder. Terms of sale: Cash or certified funds by 1:00 P.M. on the day of sale for the full amount bid.
ROYCE TONEY, SHERIFF
Ouachita Parish
Monroe, LA
November 4, 2010
_____________________________________________________________
SHERIFF’S SALE
FOR MOTOR CREDIT COMPANY LLC F/K/A FORD MOTOR CREDIT COMPANY
VS.NO. 102848
LYNN WILCOX
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, November 17, 2010, beginning at 10:00 A.M., the following described property, to wit:
ONE (1) NEW 2006 FORD, F-150, BEARING VIN #1FTRX12W76NA28240
Seized as the property of the defendant and will be sold to satisfy said WRIT OF SEIZURE AND SALE and all costs.
Said sale is WITH benefit of appraisement to the last and highest bidder. Terms of sale: Cash or certified funds by 1:00 P.M. on the day of sale for the full amount bid.
ROYCE TONEY, SHERIFF
Ouachita Parish
Monroe, LA
November 4, 2010
_____________________________________________________________
SHERIFF’S SALE
CACH LLC
VS.NO. 073743
GARY N PUTMAN
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, December 08, 2010, beginning at 10:00 A.M., the following described property, to wit:
LOT 4, BLOCK D, UNIT NO. 1, PINE BAYOU VILLAGE EXTENSION, SITUATED IN SECTION 17, TOWNSHIP 17 NORTH, RANGE 4 EAST, OUACHITA PARISH, LOUISIANA AS PER PLAT ON FILE IN PLAT BOOK 15, PAGE 20, PUBLIC RECORDS OF OUACHITA PARISH, LOUISIANA, SAID PROPERTY BEARING MUNICIPAL ADDRESS OF 107 CANAL CIRCLE, MONROE, LOUISIANA 71203.
Seized as the property of the defendant and will be sold to satisfy said WRIT OF FIERI FACIAS and all costs.
Said sale is WITH benefit of appraisement to the last and highest bidder. Terms of sale: Cash or certified funds by 1:00 P.M. on the day of sale for the full amount bid.
ROYCE TONEY, SHERIFF
Ouachita Parish
Monroe, LA
November 04, 2010 & December 02, 2010
_____________________________________________________________
SHERIFF’S SALE
NORWEST HOME IMPROVEMENT, INC.
VS.NO. 081010
RAYFIELD SCOTT AS SOLE HEIR OF VERLINE SCOTT A/K/A LINNIE VERLINE SCOTT
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, December 08, 2010, beginning at 10:00 A.M., the following described property, to wit:
SITUATED IN THE PARISH OF OUACHITA, STATE OF LOUISIANA, TO-WIT:SOUTH HALF (1/2) OF LOT 8 OF WILSON WILLIAMS ADDITION TO THE CITY OF MONROE, LESS AND EXCEPT THE MOST WESTERLY 40 FEET OF THE ABOVE DESCRIBED LOT, AND LOT 9, SQUARE 8, WILSON WILLIAMS ADDITION TO MONROE, LOUISIANA, LESS THE WEST 40 FEET, CONVEYANCE BOOK 311, PAGE 53 OF THE RECORDS 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.
Said sale is WITHOUT benefit of appraisement to the last and highest bidder. Terms of sale: Cash or certified funds by 1:00 P.M. on the day of sale for the full amount bid.
ROYCE TONEY, SHERIFF
Ouachita Parish
Monroe, LA
November 04, 2010 & December 02, 2010
_____________________________________________________________
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, December 08, 2010, 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.
Said sale is WITH benefit of appraisement to the last and highest bidder. Terms of sale: Cash or certified funds by 1:00 P.M. on the day of sale for the full amount bid.
ROYCE TONEY, SHERIFF
Ouachita Parish
Monroe, LA
November 04, 2010 & December 02, 2010
_____________________________________________________________
SHERIFF’S SALE
REGIONS BANK D/B/A REGIONS MORTGAGE
VS.NO. 084597
JASON DEREK FORD (A/K/A JASON FORD, JASON D. FORD)
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, December 08, 2010, beginning at 10:00 A.M., the following described property, to wit:
TOGETHER WITH ALL THE BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS THEREON AND THE RIGHTS, WAYS, PRIVILEGES, SERVITUDES, APPURTENANCES, AND ADVANTAGES THEREUNTO BELONGING OR IN ANYWISE APPERTAINING TO LOT 90, UNIT 2, WESTPARK SUBDIVISION, SOUTHEAST 1/4 OF SOUTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 19, AND NORTHEAST 1/4 OF NORTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 30, TOWNSHIP 18 NORTH RANGE 3 EAST, AS PER PLAT IN PLAT BOOK 11, PAGE 110, OF THE RECORDS OF OUACHITA PARISH, LOUISIANA. WHICH HAS THE ADDRESS OF 207 WESTSIDE DRIVE, WEST MONROE, LA 71291
Seized as the property of the defendant and will be sold to satisfy said WRIT OF SEIZURE AND SALE and all costs.
Said sale is WITH benefit of appraisement to the last and highest bidder. Terms of sale: Cash or certified funds by 1:00 P.M. on the day of sale for the full amount bid.
ROYCE TONEY, SHERIFF
Ouachita Parish
Monroe, LA
November 04, 2010 & December 02, 2010
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SHERIFF’S SALE
WELLS FARGO, NA AS TRUSTEE
VS.NO. 091541
KENNETH DON PACE
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, December 08, 2010, beginning at 10:00 A.M., the following described property, to wit:
THE SOUTH 75 FEET OF LOT FOUR (4) AND THE WEST 25 FEET OF LOT THREE (3), BLOCK EIGHT (8) OF HIGHLAND PARK ADDITION IN SECTION 67, T18N, R3E, AND SECTION 52, T18N, R4E, AS PER PLAT IN PLAT BOOK 3, PAGE 8, RECORDS OF OUACHITA PARISH, LOUISIANA, ALSO KNOWN AS LOT B OF RESUBDIVISION AS PER PLAT IN PLAT BOOK 19, PAGE 155, 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.
Said sale is WITH benefit of appraisement to the last and highest bidder. Terms of sale: Cash or certified funds by 1:00 P.M. on the day of sale for the full amount bid.
ROYCE TONEY, SHERIFF
Ouachita Parish
Monroe, LA
November 04, 2010 & December 02, 2010
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SHERIFF’S SALE
TAYLOR BEAN & WHITAKER MORTGAGE CORP; BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING LP FKA COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICING LP
VS.NO. 092815
SHANNON M MIMS (AKA SHANNON MIMS) AND IDA MARIE MIMS (AKA IDA M MIMS AKA IDA MIMS)
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, December 08, 2010, beginning at 10:00 A.M., the following described property, to wit:
A certain tract or parcel of land situated in the Southeast 1/4 of Section 33, Township 18 North, Range 1 East, Land District North of Red River, Ouachita Parish, Louisiana, and there particularly described as follows: Commence at a 1” Iron Pipe found marking the Southeast Corner of Section 33, Township 18 North, Range 1 East, Land District North of Red River, Ouachita Parish, Louisiana and the Southeast Corner of a certain ract of land conveyed to BEB Properties, L.L.C., Conveyance Book 1909, Page 764, Records of Ouachita Parish, Louisiana; thence proceed South 89 degrees 46 minutes 25 seconds West along the South line of said Section 33 and the South line of said BEB Properties tract, a distance of 1,335.84 feet to a set 5/8” rebar marking the Southwest corner of the Southeast 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4 and the Southwest Corner of said BEB Properties tract; thence proceed North 00 degrees 27 minutes 48 seconds West along the West Line of said Southeast 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4 and the West line of said BEB Properties tract, a distance of 782.73 feet to a 5/8” rebar set on the Southerly right-of-way line of Louisiana Highway No. 144 and the Northerly line of said BEB Properties tract; thence proceed North 44 degrees 35 minutes 01 seconds East along the Southerly right-of-way line of Louisiana Highway No. 144 and the Northerly line of said BEB Properties tract a distance of 603.81 feet to a set 5/8” rebar; thence proceed North 51 degrees 00 minutes 38 seconds East along the Southerly right-of-way line of Louisiana Highway No. 144 and the Northerly line of said BEB Properties tract, a distance of 36.32 feet to a set 5/8” rebar and the POINT OF BEGINNING; thence continue North 51 degrees 00 minutes 38 seconds East along the Southerly right-of-way line of Louisiana Highway No. 144 and the Northerly line of said BEB Properties tract; a distance of 120.04 feet to a set 5/8” rebar; thence proceed South 37 degrees 30 minutes 37 seconds East; a distance of 363.92 feet to a 5/8” rebar set in the center of a creek; thence proceed South 85 degrees 48 minutes 18 seconds West along the center of said creek, a distance of 143.60 feet to a set 5/8” rebar; thence proceed North 37 degrees 30 minutes 37 seconds West a distance of 281.95 feet to a point on the Southerly right-of-way line of Louisiana Highway No. 144, the Northerly line of said BEB Properties tract and the POINT OF BEGINNING, containing 0.890 acres, more or less, and being subject to all rights-of-way, easements and servitudes of record and/or of use. Which has the address of 435 Highway 144, Calhoun, LA 71225.
Seized as the property of the defendants and will be sold to satisfy said WRIT OF SEIZURE AND SALE and all costs.
Said sale is WITHOUT benefit of appraisement to the last and highest bidder. Terms of sale: Cash or certified funds by 1:00 P.M. on the day of sale for the full amount bid.
ROYCE TONEY, SHERIFF
Ouachita Parish
Monroe, LA
November 04, 2010 & December 02, 2010
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SHERIFF’S SALE
THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATE HOLDERS CWALT, INC. ALTERNATIVE LOAN TRUST 2005-62 MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005-62
VS.NO. 093301
DEMORRIO T HAMILTON AKA DEMORRIO TRAMON HAMILTON
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, December 08, 2010, beginning at 10:00 A.M., the following described property, to wit:
THAT CERTAIN PIECE OR PORTION OF GROUND, TOGETHER WITH ALL BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS THEREON, AND ALL OF THE RIGHTS, WAYS, PRIVILEGES, SERVITUDES, APPURTENANCES AND ADVANTAGES THEREUNTO BELONGING OR IN ANYWISE APPERTAINING, MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: LOT SIX (6) OF BLOCK B OF PARGOUD PLACE ADDITION, UNIT NO. 10 IN SECTION 64 AND 65, TOWNSHIP 18 NORTH, RANGE 3 EAST, AS PER PLAT ON FILE IN PLAT BOOK 11, PAGE 143 OF THE RECORDS OF OUACHITA PARISH, LOUISIANA; BEING ALL OF LOT SIX (6), LESS AND EXCEPT THE EAST TWO FEET THEREOF SOLD TO BRADFORD BUILT HOMES, INC. BY DEED DATED MAY 25, 1964, RECORDED IN CONVEYANCE BOOK 810, PAGE 289 OF THE RECORDS OF OUACHITA PARISH, LOUISIANA MUNICIPAL ADDRESS: 2711 INDIAN MOUND BLVD., MONROE, LOUISIANA 71201
Seized as the property of the defendant and will be sold to satisfy said WRIT OF SEIZURE AND SALE and all costs.
Said sale is WITH benefit of appraisement to the last and highest bidder. Terms of sale: Cash or certified funds by 1:00 P.M. on the day of sale for the full amount bid.
ROYCE TONEY, SHERIFF
Ouachita Parish
Monroe, LA
November 04, 2010 & December 02, 2010
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SHERIFF’S SALE
NORTHEAST REALTY LLC
VS.NO. 094617
UNOPENED SUCCESSION OF JAMES H MCHENRY ET AL
STATE OF LOUISIANA
PARISH OF OUACHITA
FOURTH DISTRICT COURT
By virtue of a COMMISSION TO SELL 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, December 08, 2010, beginning at 10:00 A.M., the following described property, to wit:
Lot Five (5), Block Thirty-Three (33) of the Resubdivision of Crescent Bend Addition to Monroe, Louisiana, as per plat in Plat Book 2, Page 49 of the records of Ouachita Parish, Louisiana.
Seized as the property of the defendants and will be sold to satisfy said COMMISSION TO SELL and all costs.
Said sale is WITH benefit of appraisement to the last and highest bidder. Terms of sale: Cash or certified funds by 1:00 P.M. on the day of sale for the full amount bid.
ROYCE TONEY, SHERIFF
Ouachita Parish
Monroe, LA
November 04, 2010 & December 02, 2010
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SHERIFF’S SALE
CITIMORTGAGE, INC.
VS.NO. 101216
JASON CONSTANT PETRUS AND ANGELA PARKER PETRUS
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, December 08, 2010, beginning at 10:00 A.M., the following described property, to wit:
LOT SIXTEEN (16), BLOCK “B”, UNIT NO. FIVE (5), FRENCHMAN’S BEND SUBDIVISION, A SUBDIVISION OF OUACHITA PARISH, LOUISIANA, AS PER PLAT RECORDED IN BOOK 20, AT PAGE 57, OF THE PLAT RECORDS OF OUACHITA PARISH, LOUISIANA, TOGETHER WITH ALL BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS LOCATED THEREON; 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.
Said sale is WITH benefit of appraisement to the last and highest bidder. Terms of sale: Cash or certified funds by 1:00 P.M. on the day of sale for the full amount bid.
ROYCE TONEY, SHERIFF
Ouachita Parish
Monroe, LA
November 04, 2010 & December 02, 2010
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SHERIFF’S SALE
BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING LP
VS.NO. 101958
CHARLES D PRICE
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, December 08, 2010, beginning at 10:00 A.M., the following described property, to wit:
Lot Nine (9) of Unit No. Twenty Four (24) of Town & Country Subdivision, Section 9, Township 18 North, Range 4 East, as per plat on file and of record in Plat Book 13, Page 92, records of Ouachita Parish, Louisiana. Together with all the improvements now or hereafter erected on the property, and all easements, appurtenances, and fixtures now or hereafter a part of the property. All replacements and additions shall also be covered by this Security Instrument. All of the foregoing is referred to in this Security Instrument as the “Property”.
Seized as the property of the defendant and will be sold to satisfy said WRIT OF SEIZURE AND SALE and all costs.
Said sale is WITHOUT benefit of appraisement to the last and highest bidder. Terms of sale: Cash or certified funds by 1:00 P.M. on the day of sale for the full amount bid.
ROYCE TONEY, SHERIFF
Ouachita Parish
Monroe, LA
November 04, 2010 & December 02, 2010
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SHERIFF’S SALE
U S BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION
VS.NO. 102643
LYNN CHOATE, JR. AND BRANDY N LOWE
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, December 08, 2010, beginning at 10:00 A.M., the following described property, to wit:
A CERTAIN LOT OR PARCEL OF GROUND SITUATED IN THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER (NE/4 OF NE/4) OF SECTION 22, TOWNSHIP 18 NORTH, RANGE 1 EAST, OUACHITA PARISH, LOUISIANA, AND BEING MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: FROM THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 22, MEASURE NORTH 00 DEGREES 08 MINUTES EAST ALONG THE EAST LINE OF SAID NORTHEAST QUARTER OF NORTHEAST QUARTER (NE/4 OF NE/4), A DISTANCE OF 660 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING, THENCE FROM SAID POINT CONTINUE NORTH 00 DEGREES 08 MINUTES EAST ALONG THE EAST LINE OF SAID NORTHEAST QUARTER OF NORTHEAST QUARTER (NE/4 OF NE/4) A DISTANCE OF 200 FEET; THENCE MEASURE NORTH 89 DEGREES 50 MINUTES WEST A DISTANCE OF 400 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 00 DEGREES 08 MINUTES WEST A DISTANCE OF 200 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 89 DEGREES 50 MINUTES EAST A DISTANCE OF 400 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING, CONTAINING 1.836 ACRES, MORE OR LESS, TOGETHER WITH ALL BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS LOCATED THEREON
Seized as the property of the defendants and will be sold to satisfy said WRIT OF SEIZURE AND SALE and all costs.
Said sale is WITH benefit of appraisement to the last and highest bidder. Terms of sale: Cash or certified funds by 1:00 P.M. on the day of sale for the full amount bid.
ROYCE TONEY, SHERIFF
Ouachita Parish
Monroe, LA
November 04, 2010 & December 02, 2010
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SHERIFF’S SALE
PHH MORTGAGE CORPORATION
VS.NO. 102697
MAXIE WALLACE III AND SARAH F ANGRUM-WALLACE A/K/A SARAH FRANCIS ANGRUM-WALLACE
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, December 08, 2010, beginning at 10:00 A.M., the following described property, to wit:
LOTS 3 AND 4, BLOCK 5, BIEDENHARNS SUBDIVISION, MONROE, LOUISIANA, AS PER PLAT FILED IN PLAT BOOK 1, PAGE 46, 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.
Said sale is WITH benefit of appraisement to the last and highest bidder. Terms of sale: Cash or certified funds by 1:00 P.M. on the day of sale for the full amount bid.
ROYCE TONEY, SHERIFF
Ouachita Parish
Monroe, LA
November 04, 2010 & December 02, 2010
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SHERIFF’S SALE
WELLS FARGO BANK NA
VS.NO. 102698
MARCELLE M RONQUILLE III AND CARLA RONQUILLE
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, December 08, 2010, beginning at 10:00 A.M., the following described property, to wit:
THE EAST 200’ OF LOT 29, SQUARE 2 OF THE HIGHLAND SUBDIVISION OF LOTS 4 AND 5 OF THE KELLER ESTATE IN SECTION 4, TOWNSHIP 17 NORTH RANGE 3 EAST AS PER PLAT IN PLAT BOOK 6 PAGE 45 OF THE PUBLIC 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.
Said sale is WITHOUT benefit of appraisement to the last and highest bidder. Terms of sale: Cash or certified funds by 1:00 P.M. on the day of sale for the full amount bid.
ROYCE TONEY, SHERIFF
Ouachita Parish
Monroe, LA
November 04, 2010 & December 02, 2010
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SHERIFF’S SALE
LINDA C SILMON
VS.NO. 102708
MARK A PARKER AND KRYSTAL PARKER
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, December 08, 2010, beginning at 10:00 A.M., the following described property, to wit:
Legal Description of Tract 2 A certain tract of land containing 1.64 acres, more or less, and being situated in the SE 1/4 of the NE 1/4 of Section 36, Township 18 North, Range 1 East, Ouachita Parish, Louisiana, said tract being more particularly described as follows: Commencing at the intersection of the south right-of-way of the former V.S. and P. Railroad and the east line of said Section 36, and proceed N 85 degrees 32’ 43” W along said right-of-way for a distance of 657.87 feet to a 5/8” rebar; thence continue N 85 degrees 32’ 43” W along said right-of-way for a distance of 420.28 feet to a 5/8” rebar and the Point of Beginning of the tract herein described; thence, leaving said right-of-way, proceed S 00 degrees 02’ 14” E for a distance of 569.29 feet to a 5/8” rebar; thence proceed West for a distance if 124,62 feet to a 5/8” rebar thence proceed N 00 degrees 02’ 14” W for a distance of 579.00 feet to a 5/8” rebar on the south right-of-way of the former V. S. and P Railroad; thence proceed S 85 degrees 32’ 43” E along said right-of-way for a distance of 125.00 feet to the Point of Beginning, said tract being subject to any servitudes and rights-of-way thereon and/or of record, all as per plat of survey by L. Gary Rainey, Professional Land Surveyor, dated March 1, 2002. AND Legal Description of Tract 3 A certain tract of land containing 1.61 acres, more or less, and being situated in the SE 1/4 of the NE 1/4 of Section 36, Township 18 North, Range 1 East, Ouachita Parish, Louisiana, and said tract being more particularly described as follows: Commencing at the intersection of the south right-of-way of the former V. S. and P. Railroad and the east line of said Section 36, and proceed N 85 degrees 32’ 43” W along said right-of-way for a distance of 657.87 feet to a 5/8” rebar; thence continue N 85 degrees 32’ 43” W along said right-of-way for a distance of 295.28 feet to a 5/8” rebar and the Point of Beginning of the tract herein described; thence, leaving said right-of-way, proceed S 00 degrees 02’ 14” E for a distance of 559.58 feet to a 5/8” rebar; thence proceed West for a distance of 124.62 feet to a 5/8” rebar; thence proceed N 00 degrees 02’ 14” W for a distance of 569.29 feet to a 5/8” rebar on the south right-of-way of the former V. S. & P. Railroad; thence proceed S 85 degrees 32’ 43” E along said right-of-way for a distance of 125.00 feet to the Point of Beginning, said tract being subject to any servitudes and rights-of-way thereon and/or of record, all as per plat of survey by L. Gary Rainey, Professional Land Surveyor, dated March 1, 2002.
Seized as the property of the defendants and will be sold to satisfy said WRIT OF SEIZURE AND SALE and all costs.
Said sale is WITHOUT benefit of appraisement to the last and highest bidder. Terms of sale: Cash or certified funds by 1:00 P.M. on the day of sale for the full amount bid.
ROYCE TONEY, SHERIFF
Ouachita Parish
Monroe, LA
November 04, 2010 & December 02, 2010
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SHERIFF’S SALE
MIDFIRST BANK
VS.NO. 102866
SHARONDA L WILSON
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, December 08, 2010, beginning at 10:00 A.M., the following described property, to wit:
ALL THAT CERTAIN PARCEL OF LAND LYING AND BEING SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF OUACHITA, STATE OF LOUISIANA TO WIT: THAT CERTAIN PARCEL OF GROUND TOGETHER WITH ALL THE BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS THEREON AND ALL THE RIGHTS, PRIVILEGES, SERVITUDES, THEREUNTO BELONGING OR IN ANYWISE APPERTAINING MORE FULLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: LOT 10 OF BLOCK D OF EAST PARKVIEW SUBDIVISION AS PER PLAT IN PLAT BOOK 11, PAGE 90, RECORDS OF OUACHITA PARISH, LOUISIANA BEING THE SAME PROPERTY ACQUIRED BY DEED FILED IN CONVEYANCE BOOK 1522, PAGE 559, 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.
Said sale is WITH benefit of appraisement to the last and highest bidder. Terms of sale: Cash or certified funds by 1:00 P.M. on the day of sale for the full amount bid.
ROYCE TONEY, SHERIFF
Ouachita Parish
Monroe, LA
November 04, 2010 & December 02, 2010
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SHERIFF’S SALE
CHASE HOME FINANCE LLC
VS.NO. 102956
CHRISTINA NICOLE POE PURVIS WIFE OF/AND RANDALL R PURVIS
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, December 08, 2010, beginning at 10:00 A.M., the following described property, to wit:
A certain lot or parcel of land lying in the Southeast Quarter of Section 16, Township 18 North, Range 1 East, Ouachita Parish, Louisiana, being more particularly described as commencing at an axle marking the Southwest corner of the Southeast Quarter of said Section 16, Township 18 North, Range 1 East; thence run East for a called distance of 609.48 feet to a point; thence run North for a called distance of 415.03 feet to a 60d nail located in the center of Louisiana Highway No. 151 and being the POINT OF BEGINNING; thence from said Point of Beginning, run North 10 degrees 54 minutes 15 seconds East, for a distance of 220.88 feet to a found 3/4 inch iron pipe located at a fence corner; thence run North 52 degrees 32 minutes 52 seconds East along said fence, for a distance of 228.50 feet to a found 3/4 inch iron pipe; thence run South 13 degrees 06 minutes 09 seconds East, for a distance of 128.32 feet to a set 3/4 inch iron pipe; thence run South 25 degrees 46 minutes 22 second West, for a distance of 170.22 feet to a set 3/4 inch iron pipe; thence run South 39 degrees 32 minutes 25 seconds West, for a distance of 180.07 feet to a mag nail set in the center of Louisiana Highway No. 151; thence run North 46 degrees 04 minutes 31 seconds West along the center of said highway, for a distance of 88.34 feet to the Point of Beginning, containing 1.254 acres, more or less; LESS AND EXCEPT 0.091 acres situated in the Right of Way of Louisiana Highway No. 151, all being further shown as Parcel “A” by a plat prepared by Mason Surveying, Inc., dated December, 2003. Which has an address of 1640 Highway 151 North, Calhoun LA 71225
Seized as the property of the defendants and will be sold to satisfy said WRIT OF SEIZURE AND SALE and all costs.
Said sale is WITHOUT benefit of appraisement to the last and highest bidder. Terms of sale: Cash or certified funds by 1:00 P.M. on the day of sale for the full amount bid.
ROYCE TONEY, SHERIFF
Ouachita Parish
Monroe, LA
November 04, 2010 & December 02, 2010
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SHERIFF’S SALE
BANK OF AMERICA NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO LASALLE BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE UNDER THE TRUST AGREEMENT FOR THE STRUCTURED ASSET INVESTMENT LOAN TRUST SERIES 2004-11
VS.NO. 102967
DIEDRE LAMISHAL SCOTT BUTLER
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, December 08, 2010, beginning at 10:00 A.M., the following described property, to wit:
A CERTAIN LOT OR PARCEL OF GROUND MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS BEGINNING AT A POINT ON THE WEST BOUNDARY LINE OF GORDON AVENUE ONE HUNDRED (100) FEET NORTH OF THE INTERSECTION OF THE WEST LINE OF GORDON AVENUE WITH THE NORTH LINE OF ALLEN AVENUE EXTENDED; PROCEEDING THENCE IN A NORTHERLY DIRECTION ALONG THE WEST BOUNDARY LINE OF GORDON AVENUE FOR A DISTANCE OF 75.25 FEET AND RUNNING BACK IN WESTERLY DIRECTION BETWEEN PARALLEL LINE, WHICH ARE PARALLEL TO THE NORTH BOUNDARY LINE OF ALLEN AVENUE EXTENDED FOR A DISTANCE OF ONE HUNDRED FIFTY FEET (150’) ; SITUATED IN 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.
Said sale is WITH benefit of appraisement to the last and highest bidder. Terms of sale: Cash or certified funds by 1:00 P.M. on the day of sale for the full amount bid.
ROYCE TONEY, SHERIFF
Ouachita Parish
Monroe, LA
November 04, 2010 & December 02, 2010
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SHERIFF’S SALE
PROGRESSIVE BANK
VS.NO. 102997
SPENCER T STEWART AND LEA KOREN GILLEY STEWART
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, December 08, 2010, beginning at 10:00 A.M., the following described property, to wit:
A certain lot or parcel of land situated in Section 3, Township 18 North, Range 3 East, Ouachita Parish, Louisiana, and being more particularly described as follows: Commencing at the NE corner of Section 3, Township 18 North, Range 3 East, thence southerly along east line of Section 3, a distance of 1315.05 feet to SE corner of NE 1/4 of NE 1/4 of Section 3, thence at a deflection angle to the right of 54 degrees 58’ 10” a distance of 4576.53 feet; thence Southeasterly at a deflection angle to the left of 79 degrees 11’ 30” a distance of 50.00 feet to the POINT OF BEGINNING; thence continue Southeasterly a distance of 100.00 feet; thence at a deflection angle to the right of 90 degrees a distance of 172.62 feet to a point on the high bank of Bayou D’Arbonne thence northwesterly along the high bank of Bayou D’Arbonne to Southwest corner of Glenda C. Smith property; thence northeasterly along south line of Glenda C. Smith property a distance of 190.00 feet to Point of Beginning; subject to any and all outstanding mineral leases, reservations and sales, and subject to any rights-of-way, easements and servitudes of record, and being the same property acquired by Kerry Lee Anderson by Deed dated March 9, 1977, filed March 10, 1977, in Conveyance Book 1096, DR #740696, 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.
Said sale is WITHOUT benefit of appraisement to the last and highest bidder. Terms of sale: Cash or certified funds by 1:00 P.M. on the day of sale for the full amount bid.
ROYCE TONEY, SHERIFF
Ouachita Parish
Monroe, LA
November 04, 2010 & December 02, 2010
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NOTICE TO BIDDERS
SEALED BIDS will be received in the office of the Recording Secretary of the Ouachita Parish Police Jury in the Courthouse Building, Monroe, Louisiana, on or before ten (10:00) AM, Tuesday, November 16, 2010, and that the same will be opened, read aloud and tabulated in the office of Ouachita Parish Police Jury, at ten (10:00) o’clock AM, November 16 2010, and submitted to the Ouachita Parish Police Jury at its next scheduled meeting for the purpose of furnishing the following:
INSECTICIDES for
OUACHITA PARISH MOSQUITO ABATEMENT DISTRICT #1
Complete specifications on the above item(s) are on file with and may be obtained from Frances B. Hunter, Purchasing Manager, Ouachita Parish Police Jury, Purchasing Department, 301 South Grand Street, Basement Floor, Monroe, LA. Bidders must note on the sealed envelope containing the bid: “SEALED BID” and the APPROPRIATE BID NUMBER.
THE OUACHITA PARISH POLICE JURY RESERVES THE RIGHT TO REJECT ANY AND ALL BIDS.
OUACHITA PARISH POLICE JURY
10/21,10/28,11/4
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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, November 15, 2010, at 5:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of West Monroe City Hall to review the following application(s):
APPLICATION NO: PASE 10-15000003
APPLICANT: LAKEISHA JACKSON HARRIS
PRECIOUS ANGELS
LOCATION: 1302 EBY STREET
REQUEST: PLANNING APPROVAL / SPECIAL EXCEPTION TO OPERATE A DAYCARE IN AN R-1 (SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL) ZONE.
LGL DSCRP: LOT 12 SQ 1 HOOD’S SUB OF LOT D OF ZEIGIN’S SUB OF J C RANSOM ESTATE.
The public is invited to attend.
10/28,11/4,11/11
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STATE OF LOUISIANA
PARISH OF OUACHITA
CITY COURT OF WEST MONROE
CITIZENS FINANCIAL SERVICES
VS 36602
RODNEY DALE ROBINSON JR.
MARSHAL'S SALE
By virtue of writ of FIFA 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 of, and will offer for sale at the North door of the West Monroe City Court Building, West Monroe City Marshal's Office, between the hours of legal sale (at 10:00 a.m.) Wednesday, November 24, 2010, the following described property to wit:
ONE (1) TV; SONY M/N KLV320100M/500529
ONE (1) TV; APEX 309 KM 01711
ONE (1) COMPUTER; DELL 2000 PROFESSIONAL 1-2 CPU PRODCUT KEY: WHQ9Q-XRGY 92DCQ-QVPTK-939YM (WITH KEYBOARD)
ONE (1) PRINTER; BROTHER M/N MFC495CW S/N UG2317MGF341364
ONE (1) MONITOR, 17" DELL S/N MX06271R-47741-085-1195 ULTRA SCAN P780
TERMS OF SALE: Cash, WITH the benefit of appraisal to the last and highest bidder.
William M Guyton
West Monroe City Marshal
11/4
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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, November 22, 2010, at 5:30 PM in the Council Chambers of West Monroe City Hall to review the following application(s):
APPLICATION NO: PASE 10-15000003
APPLICANT: LAKEISHA JACKSON HARRIS
PRECIOUS ANGELS
LOCATION: 1302 EBY STREET
REQUEST: PLANNING APPROVAL / SPECIAL EXCEPTION TO OPERATE A DAYCARE IN AN R-1 (SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL) ZONE.
LGL DSCRP: LOT 12 SQ 1 HOOD’S SUB OF LOT D OF ZEIGIN’S SUB OF J C RANSOM ESTATE.
APPLICATION NO: VAR-10-20000004
APPLICANT: BENJAMIN S DILLINGHAM
LOCATION: 1108 NORTH 7TH STREET
1110 NORTH 7TH STREET
REQUEST: BACK YARD VARIANCE FROM REQUIRED 20' TO 11' FOR PARKING AND TO ALIGN WITH NEIGHBORING BUILDING
LGL DSCRP: LOT 5 & LOT 6 SQ 1 TIPPITS QUARTERS
The public is invited to attend.
11/4,11/11,11/18
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NOTICE OF AVAILABILITY OF PROPOSED BUDGET AND PUBLIC HEARING
The proposed budget of Hospital Service District No. 1 of the Parish of Ouachita, State of Louisiana for the year 2011 is available for public inspection at The Wellness Center, 3215 Cypress Street, West Monroe, LA 71291. A public hearing on the proposed budget shall be held on Tuesday, November 16, 2010, at 11:30 a.m. at The Wellness Center, 3215 Cypress Street, West Monroe, LA 71291.
11/4
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LEGAL NOTICE
The Ouachita Parish Police Jury and the Ouachita Workforce Investment Board have received their allocations from LA Workforce Commission for Louisiana Employment Assistance Program (LEAP) in a maximum amount of $367,389 for 2010-2011 from 10/1/2010 to 9/30/2011. These funds will be utilized to provide job readiness activities, to enable Family Independence Temporary Assistance Progran (FITAP) and Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program participants in their transition from cash assistance to self-sufficiency in the region. Comments should be addressed to Ms. Doretha Bennett, WIB81 Executive Director at 1162 Oliver Road, Ste. 8, Monroe, LA 71201. An Equal Opportunity Employer/Program, Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.
11/4
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LEGAL NOTICE
The Ouachita Parish Police Jury and the Ouachita Workforce Investment Board have received additional funding from LA Workforce Commission for Workforce Investment Act as follows: Amendment for Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA), this amendment adds $570,790 for a total of $1,738,790 from 4/01/2009 through 12/15/2010. These funds will be utilized to provide for the continuation of services under the Trade Adjustment Act (TAA) in the region. Comments should be addresses to Ms. Doretha Bennett, WIB81 Executive Director at 1162 Oliver Road, Ste. 8, Monroe, LA 71201. An Equal Opportunity Employer/Program, Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.
11/4
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BID NOTICE
Child Nutrition Purchasing Cooperative (CNPC), composed of the undersigned school districts (Caldwell, Catahoula, Concordia, East Carroll, Franklin, Grant, Jackson, La Salle, Madison, Morehouse, Ouachita, Richland, Tensas, Union, and West Carroll), requests the submission of SEALED BIDS for FOOD PRODUCTS, Bid # FS08-11, for the operation of the Food Service Departments of the member school districts for January 1, 2011 through July 31, 2011 of the school year. Sealed Bids will be accepted until 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, November 9, 2010. (Bid information can be obtained from Ouachita Parish System - Child Nutrition Program Supervisor, Jo Lynne Correro, 910 Thomas Road, West Monroe, LA 71292, phone 318-398-1990). Sealed Bids should be delivered to Ouachita Parish School Board, Jo Lynne Correro, c/o Purchasing Agent’s Office,100 Bry Street, Monroe, LA 71201. Sealed Bids shall be opened at 11:30 A.M., November 9, 2010, at the Ouachita Parish School Board, 100 Bry Street, Monroe, LA 71210. Awards shall be made “ALL OR NOTHING” to the lowest responsive bidder. The CNPC reserves the right to reject any and/or all bids, and to waive any and all informalities thereto. The member school districts of the Child Nutrition Purchasing Cooperative are funded 66% with Federal Funds for a total of approximately $20,213,975.66 per year. In accordance with Federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, these institutions are prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age or disability. To file a complaint of discrimination write USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, Room 326-W, Whitten Building, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington DC 20250-9410 or call (800)795-3272 or (202) 720-5964 (TDD). USDA is an equal opportunity employer.
10/28,11/4
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BID NOTICE
Child Nutrition Purchasing Cooperative (CNPC), composed of the undersigned school districts (Caldwell, Catahoula, Concordia, East Carroll, Franklin, Grant, Jackson, La Salle, Madison, Morehouse, Ouachita, Richland, Tensas, Union, and West Carroll), requests the submission of SEALED BIDS for PAPER/CHEMICAL SUPPLIES, Bid #FS9-11, for the operation of the Food Service Departments of the member school districts for January 1, 2011 through July 31, 2011 of the school year. Sealed Bids will be accepted until 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, November 9, 2010. (Bid information can be obtained from Ouachita Parish System - Child Nutrition Program Supervisor, Jo Lynne Correro, 910 Thomas Road, West Monroe, LA 71292, phone 318-398-1990). Sealed Bids should be delivered to Ouachita Parish School Board, Jo Lynne Correro, c/o Purchasing Agent’s Office,100 Bry Street, Monroe, LA 71201. Sealed Bids shall be opened at 11:30 A.M., November 9, 2010, at the Ouachita Parish School Board, 100 Bry Street, Monroe, LA 71210. Awards shall be made “ALL OR NOTHING” to the lowest responsive bidder. The CNPC reserves the right to reject any and/or all bids, and to waive any and all informalities thereto. The member school districts of the Child Nutrition Purchasing Cooperative are funded 66% with Federal Funds for a total of approximately $20,213,975.66 per year. In accordance with Federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, these institutions are prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age or disability. To file a complaint of discrimination write USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, Room 326-W, Whitten Building, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington DC 20250-9410 or call (800)795-3272 or (202) 720-5964 (TDD). USDA is an equal opportunity employer.
10/28,11/4
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RFP NOTICE
Sealed request for proposals will be received by the Purchasing Agent, Ouachita Parish School Board, 100 Bry Street, P.O. Box 1642, Monroe, LA 71210-1642 until 1:30 P.M. C.S.T. November 15, 2010, at which time they will be publicly opened and read aloud for:
RFP: RFP16-11 DOCUMENT SCANNING
RFP 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 RFPs received.
You also have the option to submit bids electronically. To submit an RFP electronically, you 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 RFP requires a digital signature and an electronic RFP bond when applicable.
OUACHITA PARISH SCHOOL BOARD
Jack White, President
ATTEST: Robert Webber, Ed. D
Secretary
10/28,11/4
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NOTICE
The following resolution was offered for adoption by Mr. Smiley, seconded by Mr. Jackson:
RESOLUTION NO. 10-52
A RESOLUTION PROVIDING FOR CANVASSING THE RETURNS AND DECLARING THE RESULT OF THE SPECIAL ELECTION HELD IN THE PARISH OF OUACHITA, STATE OF LOUISIANA, ON SATURDAY, OCTOBER 2, 2010, TO AUTHORIZE THE RENEWAL OF A SPECIAL TAX THEREIN.
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, that:
SECTION 1. Canvass. This Governing Authority does now proceed in open and public session to examine the official tabulations of votes cast at the special election held in the Parish of Ouachita, State of Louisiana, on SATURDAY, OCTOBER 2, 2010, to authorize the renewal of a special tax therein, and said Governing Authority does further proceed to examine and canvass the returns and declare the result of the special election.
SECTION 2. ProcΠs Verbal. A ProcΠs Verbal of the canvass of the returns of said election shall be made and a certified copy thereof shall be forwarded to the Secretary of State, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, who shall record the same in his office; another certified copy thereof shall be forwarded to the Clerk of Court and Ex-Officio Recorder of Mortgages in and for the Parish of Ouachita, who shall record the same in the Mortgage Records of said Parish; and another copy thereof shall be retained in the archives of this Governing Authority.
SECTION 3. Promulgation of Election Result. The result of said election shall be promulgated by publication in the manner provided by law.
This resolution having been submitted to a vote, the vote thereon was as follows:
MEMBERS:
YEAS: Charles E. Jackson III, Mack Calhoun, Walter M. Caldwell IV, Dr. Ollibeth Reddix, Shane Smiley, Pat Moore.
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAINING: None
And the resolution was declared adopted on this, the 18th day of October 2010.
/s/ Deborah H. Sewell, Recording Secretary
/s/ Shane Smiley, President
PROCΟS VERBAL AND PROCLAMATION OF THE CANVASS OF THE VOTES CAST AT THE SPECIAL ELECTION HELD IN THE PARISH OF OUACHITA, STATE OF LOUISIANA, ON SATURDAY, OCTOBER 2, 2010.
BE IT KNOWN AND REMEMBERED that on Monday, October 18, 2010, at five-thirty o’clock (5:30) p.m., at its regular meeting place, the Police Jury Room of the Courthouse, Monroe, Louisiana, 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”), and being the authority ordering the special election held therein on Saturday, October 2, 2010, with the following members present:
Charles E. Jackson, III, Mack Calhoun, Walter M. Caldwell, IV, Dr. Ollibeth Reddix, Shane Smiley and Pat Moore;
There being absent: None;
did, in open and public session, examine the official certified tabulations of votes cast at the said election, and did examine and canvass the returns of the said election, there having been submitted at said election the following proposition, to wit:
PARISHWIDE PROPOSITION
(JUVENILE DETENTION CENTER MILLAGE RENEWAL)
Summary: 5 years, 2.91 mills property tax renewal for the purpose of improving, maintaining, operating and equipping the Ouachita Parish Juvenile Detention Center.
Shall the Parish of Ouachita, State of Louisiana (the “Parish”), continue to levy a special tax of two and ninety-one hundredths (2.91) mills (the “Tax”), on all the property subject to taxation in the Parish (an estimated $2,475,000 reasonably expected at this time to be collected from the levy of the tax for an entire year), for a period of five (5) years, beginning with the year 2011 and ending with the year 2015, for the purpose of improving, maintaining, operating and equipping the Ouachita Parish Juvenile Detention Center?
There was found by said count and canvass that the following votes had been cast at the said special election IN FAVOR OF and AGAINST, respectively, the proposition as hereinabove set forth at the following polling places, to-wit:
POLLING PLACES
VOTE TABULATION
Precinct;Location;FOR;AGAINST
01; Ouachita Christian School, 7065 Hwy. 165 N; 184; 135
02; Sterling Rec Ctr, 709 Francis Avenue; 174; 157
03; Jack Hayes School, 3631 Old Sterlington Road; 201; 76
04; Ouachita Christian High School, 7065 Hwy. 165 N; 113; 67
05; Osterland Recreational Ctr., 710 Holland Drive; 205; 79
06; Swartz Rec Ctr., 701 Lincoln Hill Drive; 124; 111
07; Swartz Rec Ctr., 701 Lincoln Hill Drive; 173; 95
08; Louise Williams Library, 140 Bayou Oaks Drive; 154; 103
09; Ouachita High School, 681 Hwy. 594; 108; 56
09A; Ouachita High School, 681 Hwy. 594; 46; 32
10; Ouachita Parish Courthouse, 300 St. John Street; 45; 23
11; Jefferson Upper Elem. School, 1001 Pecan Street; 70; 24
12; Barkdull Faulk School, 2110 Jackson Street; 75; 33
13; Benoit Rec. Ctr., 1700 Oaklawn Drive; 105; 33
14; Benoit Rec. Ctr., 1700 Oaklawn Drive; 164; 46
15; Henrietta Johnson Rec. Ctr, 2800 Burg Jones Lane; 74; 17
16; Emily P. Robinson Rec. Ctr., 3504 Jackson Street; 87; 25
17; Emily P. Robinson Rec. Ctr., 3504 Jackson Street; 75; 37
18; Richwood Town Hall, 363 Brown Road; 139; 59
19; Robinson Elementary School, 5101 Burg Jones Lane; 110; 39
20; Shady Grove Elementary School, 2204 Ticheli Road; 68; 28
21; Shady Grove Elementary School, 2204 Ticheli Road; 48; 30
22; Jefferson Upper Elem. School, 1001 Pecan Street; 94; 24
23; Henrietta Johnson Rec. Ctr, 2800 Burg Jones Lane; 109; 36
24; MW Prince Hall Grnd. Msn. Ldg., 5500 Hwy. 165 Bypass; 141; 67
25; Prairie Road Water District, 2176 Prairie Road; 44; 54
26; Prairie Road Water District, 2176 Prairie Road; 48; 21
27; Agriculture Bldg, 704 Cypress Street; 48; 33
28; Cypress Street Library, 315 Cypress Street; 27; 6
29; Riverbend Elementary School, 700 Austin Street; 21; 6
30; Riverbend Elementary School, 700 Austin Street; 46; 16
31; Richardson High School, 910 Thomas Road; 66; 38
32; Claiborne Elementary School, 1011 Wallace Dean Road; 135; 90
33; Claiborne Elementary School, 1011 Wallace Dean Road; 137; 74
34; Ouachita Parish Alternative Ctr., 1600 N 7th Street; 23; 16
35; West Monroe City Hall, 2305 N 7th Street; 169; 86
36; Kiroli Elementary School, 700 Kiroli Road; 100; 58
37; West Monroe City Hall, 2305 N 7th Street; 157; 74
38; Claiborne Elementary School, 1011 Wallace Dean Road; 105; 40
39; Riser Jr. High School, 100 Price Drive; 107; 92
40; Lenwil Elementary School, 112 Arrant Road; 45; 31
41; Drew Elementary School, 1132 Hwy. 15; 177; 109
42; Highland Elementary School, 1501 Wellerman Road; 212; 104
43; Kiroli Elementary School, 700 Kiroli Road; 385; 155
44; George Welch School, 199 Caldwell Road; 169; 97
44A; George Welch School, 199 Caldwell Road; 221; 89
45; Drew Elementary School, 1132 Hwy. 15; 132; 89
46; Highland Elementary School, 1501 Wellerman Road; 131; 53; 47
Oua. Par. Alternative Ctr., 1600 N 7th Street; 89; 43
48; Lenwil Elementary School, 112 Arrant Road; 64; 43
49; Drew Elementary School, 1132 Hwy. 15; 64; 50
50; Kiroli Elementary School, 700 Kiroli Road; 109; 69
51; Calhoun Middle School, 191 Hwy. 80 E; 137; 111
52; Calhoun Middle School, 191 Hwy. 80 E; 186; 179
53; Calhoun Middle School, 191 Hwy. 80 E; 117; 89
54; Central Elementary School, 1163 Hwy. 151 S; 143; 118
55; Central Elementary School, 1163 Hwy. 151 S; 163; 120
56; Woodlawn School, 5946 Jonesboro Road; 197; 200
57; Woodlawn School, 5946 Jonesboro Road; 235; 201
58; Pinecrest School, 3604 Hwy. 557; 111; 115
59; Lee Jr. High School, 1600 N 19th Street; 170; 73
60; Saul Adler Recreation Center, 3900 Westminister Avenue; 235; 116
61; American Legion Hall, 401 Forsythe Avenue; 150; 80
62; Lee Jr. High School, 1600 N 19th Street; 103; 45
63; J S Clark Magnet School, 1202 Breard Street; 110; 66
64; Saul Adler Recreation Center, 3900 Westminister Avenue; 146; 60
65; Carroll High School, 2939 Renwick Street; 55; 29
66; Sherrouse School, 300 Sherrouse Avenue; 80; 33
67; Ouachita Hall-ULM Campus, 1100 University Avenue; 50; 23
68; Ouachita Parish Jr. High School, 5500 Blanks Avenue; 46; 23
69; Carroll High School, 2939 Renwick Street; 107; 43
70; Lincoln Elementary School, 4200 Elm Street; 46; 21
71; St. Paul’s United Methodist, 1901 Lexington Avenue; 367; 156
72; Lakeshore Elementary School, 550 Balboa Drive; 140; 73
73; Masur Hall-ULM Campus, 4105 Bon Aire Drive; 144; 73
74; Lincoln Elementary School, 4200 Elm Street; 68; 36
75; St. Alban’s Episcopal Church, 2816 Deborah Drive; 314; 178
76; Saul Adler Recreation Center, 3900 Westminister Avenue; 214; 115
77; Lexington School, 1900 Lexington Avenue; 261; 143
78; Neville High School, 600 Forsythe Avenue; 97; 68
79; Lincoln Elementary School, 4200 Elm Street; 96; 32
ABSENTEE: 1,424-630
TOTALS: 11,629-6,317
MAJORITY FOR: 5,312
The polling places above specified being the only polling places designated at which to hold the said election, it was therefore shown that there was a total of 11,629 votes cast IN FAVOR OF the Proposition and a total of 6,317 votes cast AGAINST the Proposition, as hereinabove set forth, and that there was a majority of 5,312 votes cast IN FAVOR OF the Proposition as hereinabove set forth.
Therefore, the Governing Authority did declare and proclaim and does hereby declare and proclaim in open and public session that the Proposition as hereinabove set forth was duly CARRIED by a majority of the votes cast by the qualified electors voting at the said special election held in the Parish on Saturday, October 2, 2010.
THUS DONE AND SIGNED at Monroe, Louisiana, on this, the 18th day of October, 2010.
ATTEST: /s/ Shane Smiley, President
/s/ Deborah H. Sewell
Recording Secretary
PROCLAMATION
I, the undersigned President of the Police Jury of the Parish of Ouachita, State of Louisiana, the governing authority of the Parish of Ouachita, State of Louisiana (the “Parish”), do hereby declare, proclaim and announce that the proposition submitted at the special election held in the Parish on Saturday, October 2, 2010, was CARRIED by a majority of the votes cast at the said special election, all as described and set out in the above ProcΠs Verbal.
THUS DONE AND SIGNED at Monroe, Louisiana, on this, the 18th day of October, 2010.
/s/ Shane Smiley, President
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11/4
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NOTICE
I, Samuel Hanna, DOC #426884, date of birth 12-8-1969, currently residing in Ouachita Parish, Louisiana, have applied for clemency for my convictions of Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated, which occurred on May 10, 2000, Feb. 6, 2001, and April 30, 2004, in Ouachita Parish, Louisiana. If you have any comments or wish to communicate with the Board of Pardons, please call (225) 342-5421.
11/4,11/11,11/18
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PROCEEDINGS OF THE POLICE JURY, PARISH OF OUACHITA, STATE OF LOUISIANA, TAKEN AT A REGULAR MEETING HELD ON, MONDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2010 AT 5:33 P.M.
The Police Jury of the Parish of Ouachita, State of Louisiana met in a regular session in the Ouachita Parish Police Jury Meeting Room, Courthouse Building, Monroe, Louisiana on Monday, October 4, 2010, at 5:33 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; Ollibeth Reddix, District D; Shane Smiley, District E; Pat Moore , District F
Members Absent (0)
The president gave the invocation and led the pledge of allegiance.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA:
The president asked if there were any additions or changes to the agenda. There were none. Motion offered by Mr. Calhoun, seconded by Ms. Moore to approve the agenda. Motion passed without opposition.
PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD:
The president spoke regarding the Public Comment Period. No one came forward to address the jury during this time.
A motion to adopt the minutes of the regular police jury meeting including the committee meetings held on September 7, 2010 and September 20, 2010 was offered by Mr. Caldwell, seconded by Ms. Moore with corrections to page 21 of the September 7th minutes. Motion passed without opposition.The president announced the following service award for the month of October 2010.
FIRE: ANDRE JOHNSON-25 YRS
VISITORS:
The president recognized visitor Judy Bell of the Wellspring. Ms. Bell spoke regarding the recently awarded Department of Justice Violence Against Women Grant in the amount of $399,992. Ms. Bell asked that the jury accept the grant and authorize the president to sign the documents. Discussion ensued. The president noted that this item was listed under his agenda and asked that the jury to address the matter at this time. No one objected to taking up the matter at this time. Motion offered by Mr. Smiley, seconded by Mr. Calhoun to accept the grant and authorize the president to sign the documents. Motion passed without opposition.
Mr. Cammack noted that there were 3 other items on the agenda that concern the Wellspring. Mr. Cammack asked that the jury address those matters at this time. The president asked that the jury consider the matters at this time. No one objected to addressing the matters at this time.
Mr. Cammack spoke regarding the hiring of Allison Lux as Project Coordinator replacing Jessica Baudoin. Motion offered by Ms. Moore, seconded by Mr. Jackson to approve the hiring of Allison Lux in the position of Project Coordinator for the Safe Haven Grant. Motion passed without opposition.
The president recognized Jason Akers, Bond Counsel of Foley & Judell, LLP. Mr. Akers spoke regarding the issuance of revenue bonds under the ARRA Stimulus Plan for private companies. Mr. Akers stated that Vantage Health Systems has asked to take advantage of this program with the issuance of these bonds. Discussion ensued. After discussion, Mr. Jackson, seconded by Mr. Caldwell offer the following resolution for adoption:
RESOLUTION 10-45
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE PRESIDENT AND THE SECRETARY OF THE POLICY JURY OF THE PARISH OF OUACHITA, STATE OF LOUISIANA, TO EXECUTE A PRELIMINARY AGREEMENT WITH VANTAGE HEALTH PLAN, INC., GRANTING ITS PRELIMINARY APPROVAL WITH RESPECT TO THE FINANCING OF CERTAIN FACILITIES; AUTHORIZING THE PUBLICATION OF A NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING; AND PROVIDING FOR OTHER MATTERS IN CONNECTION WITH THE FOREGOING.
WHEREAS, it is the desire of the Parish of Ouachita, State of Louisiana (the "Issuer" or the "Parish"), to encourage the location of and addition to industrial enterprises within the Parish under the authority of Section 1430 of Title 39 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, as amended (the "Act"), and other constitutional and statutory authority supplemental thereto; and
WHEREAS, Vantage Health Plan, Inc. (the "Company"), has requested that the Issuer issue its revenue bonds for the purpose of financing the cost of acquiring, constructing and installing additional facilities adjacent to the Monroe Surgical Hospital, the address of which is 2408 Broadmoor Blvd., Monroe, in the Parish of Ouachita, State of Louisiana, constituting recovery zone property to be located in the geographical limits of Ouachita Parish in a Recovery Zone to be designated by the Parish, as provided in the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (the "Project"), as described in Exhibit A to the Preliminary Agreement attached hereto, and has requested that the Parish utilize the aforesaid authority and grant preliminary approval with respect to the financing of the Project through the issuance of its revenue bonds (the "Bonds") in the manner hereinafter provided; and
WHEREAS, this Police Jury has concluded that the acquisition, construction and installation of the Project will benefit the welfare and economy of the Parish and that it is in the public interest to encourage the construction of the Project; and
WHEREAS, prior to the issuance of the Bonds, the Company intends to expend its own funds to pay the costs of acquisition, construction and installation of the Project and reasonably expects to reimburse said expenditures from the proceeds of the Bonds; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 and IRS Notice 2009-50, the Parish of Ouachita has received an allocation of Thirteen Million Seven Hundred Eighteen Thousand Dollars ($13,718,000) of Recovery Zone Facility Bonds and wishes to allocate a portion of its total Recovery Zone Facility Bond allocation in an amount not exceeding Four Million Five Hundred Thousand Dollars ($4,500,000) to the Project; and
WHEREAS, following issuance of the Bonds, the Company intends to use proceeds of the Bonds to fund additional costs of acquisition, construction and installation of the Project and to fund a portion of the costs of issuance of the Bonds; and
WHEREAS, this resolution is intended to be an official action of the Parish and a declaration of intent to reimburse in accordance with the provisions of Treasury Regulations, Section 1.150-2; and
WHEREAS, it is now the desire of this Police Jury to authorize the President and the Secretary to execute an appropriate agreement evidencing the understanding of this Police Jury with respect to granting its preliminary approval of the financing of the Project through the issuance of the Bonds hereinafter described;
NOW, THEREFORE,
BE IT RESOLVED by the Police Jury of the Parish of Ouachita, State of Louisiana, acting as the governing authority of the Parish of Ouachita, State of Louisiana:
SECTION 1. That pursuant to the authority of the Act, the Project is hereby approved and the Police Jury grants its preliminary approval of the financing of the cost of the acquisition, construction and installation thereof by the Parish through the issuance of its tax exempt revenue bonds in one or more series, such bonds to be in an aggregate amount not exceeding Four Million Five Hundred Thousand Dollars ($4,500,000) and to be designated Revenue Bonds (the "Bonds").
SECTION 2. That the Police Jury President and Secretary be and they are hereby authorized, empowered, and directed to execute, for and on behalf of the Parish, an agreement between the Parish and the Company, with respect to the issuance of the Bonds in one or more series in an amount not exceeding Four Million Five Hundred Thousand Dollars ($4,500,000) to finance the cost of the Project, said Agreement to be substantially in the form and to contain substantially the terms and provisions set forth in the Preliminary Agreement attached to this resolution as Exhibit A.
SECTION 3. That the Police Jury President and Secretary are authorized and empowered to take any and all further action and to sign any and all documents, instruments and writings as may be necessary to carry out the purposes of this resolution and to file, on behalf of the Parish, with any governmental board or entity having jurisdiction over the Project, such applications or requests for approval thereof as may be required by law, including, without limitation, a request for a volume cap allocation to the State Bond Commission and Executive Counsel to the Governor if any portion of the Bonds will be issued as exempt facility bonds and to the State Bond Commission for approval of the financing.
SECTION 4. That application be and the same is hereby made to the State Bond Commission, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, for consent and authority to issue, sell and deliver the Bonds, for approval of the sale, lease or financing agreement and trust indenture for the Bonds and, if necessary, for approval of the designation of the Bonds as "Recovery Zone Facility Bonds".
SECTION 5. That pursuant to the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 and IRS Notice 2009-50, the Police Jury hereby allocates a portion of its total Recovery Zone Facility Bond allocation in an amount not exceeding Four Million Five Hundred Thousand Dollars ($4,500,000) to the Project and approves the issuance of the Bonds as “Recovery Zone Facility Bonds”.
SECTION 6. That the Bonds shall specifically provide that they are payable solely from the income and revenues derived from the sale, lease or other disposition of the Project, except to the extent payable out of amounts attributable to Bond proceeds. The Bonds shall not constitute an indebtedness or pledge of the general credit of the Issuer, within the meaning of any constitutional or statutory limitation of indebtedness.
SECTION 7. That this resolution is intended to be an official action and a declaration of intent to reimburse in accordance with the provisions of Treasury Regulations, Section 1.150-2.
SECTION 8. That by virtue of the Parish's application for, acceptance and utilization of the benefits of the State Bond Commission's approval requested herein, the Parish understands and agrees that such approval is expressly conditioned upon, and further understands, agrees and binds itself, its successors and assigns, to full and continuing compliance with the "State Bond Commission Policy on Approval of Proposed Use of Swaps, or other forms of Derivative Products, Hedges, Etc.," adopted by the Commission on July 20, 2006, as to the borrowing and other matters subject to the approval, including subsequent application and approval under said Policy of the implementation or use of any swaps or other products or enhancements covered thereby.
SECTION 9. That the Issuer finds and determines that a real necessity exists for the employment of special bond counsel in connection with the issuance of the Bonds. Foley & Judell, LLP, Bond Counsel, is hereby requested to do and perform comprehensive legal and coordinate professional work as bond counsel with respect to the issuance and sale of the Bonds. Said Bond Counsel shall prepare and submit to the Issuer 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 fee of said Bond Counsel shall not exceed the maximum 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 Chief Financial Officer is hereby empowered and directed to issue vouchers to said 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. Southwest Securities, Inc., of Monroe, Louisiana, is hereby appointed as Placement Agent in connection with the Bonds, any compensation to be subsequently approved by the Issuer and to be paid from the proceeds of the Bonds and contingent upon the issuance of the Bonds; provided that no compensation shall be due to said Placement Agent unless the Bonds are sold and delivered.
This resolution having been submitted to a vote, the vote thereon was as follows:
YEA: Charles Jackson, Mack Calhoun, Walter M. Caldwell IV, Dr. Ollibeth Reddix, Shane Smiley, Pat Moore
NAY: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
And the resolution was declared adopted on this 4th day of October 2010.
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The president stated that Mr. Calhoun had asked that Mr. Tom Wilson be added to the visitor list. The president recognized Mr. Tom Wilson, 235 Britton Road, Calhoun spoke regarding the drainage issue on Britton Road and the recent flooding of his property. Mr. Wilson asked that the jury expedite the project before the winter. Mr. Mitchell and Mr. Murray spoke regarding the matter. Mr. Murray stated that public works would begin the project within the next 30 days. No other action was taken on the matter.
DEPARTMENT HEAD REPORTS
The following department heads presented monthly reports.
CODE ENFORCEMENT: Deputy Wayne Heckford
Deputy Heckford reported that the Hazardous Household Waste Collection was held over the weekend and was a success.
FIRE DEPARTMENT: Mr. Patrick Hemphill, Chief
Chief Hemphill reported that the Louisiana State Fire Marshal has imposed a ban on outdoor burning effective October 3, 2010.
GREEN OAKS: Mr. Mike Rhodes, Director
Mr. Rhodes reported that the renewal of the tax for the detention center had passed by 65 percent.
LIBRARY Ms. Robin Toms, Director
Ms. Toms presented the monthly circulation statistics for the library. Ms. Toms reported that guest lecturer Byron Motley would be speaking on Saturday, October 22, 2010, regarding the Negro Baseball League Exhibit. Ms. Toms noted that construction on the Southwest Branch of the library was going well and would be completed earlier than expected.
OCC CORRECTIONS: Major Brian Newcomer
Warden Newcomer stated that the state fire marshal had approved the new dorm and that we were now waiting on the health unit. The health department is expected to visit the facility on Tuesday, October 5, 2010.
911 OFFICE: Mr. Craig Lott
Mr. Lott spoke regarding the street names within the parish. Mr. Lott stated that he was working with public works to combine their list with the list from the 911 Office to eliminate duplications and errors. Mr. Lott stated that he would bring the corrected listing back to the jury at a later date. No action was taken on the matter.
WORKFORCE INVESTMENT: Ms. Doretha Bennett, Director
Ms. Bennett spoke regarding the LEAP Contract. Ms. Bennett stated that the LaJet Program and STEP Program were being combined to form LEAP (Louisiana Employment Assistance Program). Discussion ensued. Motion offered by Ms. Moore, seconded by Dr. Reddix to accept the contract and authorize the president to sign any documents pertaining to the grant.
Ms. Bennett spoke regarding the temporary and permanent leases for office space for the WIA offices. Mr. Mitchell spoke regarding the matter and stated that the lease was for a five-year term and in order. Motion offered by Ms. Moore, seconded by Dr. Reddix to approve the leases subject to the review by the parish attorney. Motion passed without opposition.
Ms. Bennett spoke regarding the modification of the two-year plan for Workforce Investment Administration. Ms. Bennett stated that the plan had been modified to exclude the ARRA Stimulus monies, and those funds associated with the Guide Plant employees. Ms. Bennett noted that the plan also included items that pertained to the regional. A brief discussion ensued. Motion offered by Ms. Moore, seconded by Dr. Reddix to approve the modification and authorize the president to sign the documents. Motion passed without opposition.
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. Jackson to recess the regular meeting and convene as the Personnel Committee. Motion passed without opposition.
PERSONNEL COMMITTEE MEETING
Ms. Moore, chair of the Personnel Committee called the meeting to order at 6:10 p.m.
The chair recognized Mr. Brad Cammack, Treasurer. Mr. Cammack stated that he had no additional items.
The chair recognized Chief Hemphill, Fire Department. Chief Hemphill presented and recommended for approval the following personnel actions.
SICK LEAVE
Vandergracht, David; Termination of Extended Sick Leave; Effective 09/16/10
Hendrix, Michael; Extended Sick Leave; Effective 08/28/10
Roberts, John; Extended Sick Leave; Effective 09/01/10
Roberts, John; Termination of Extended Sick Leave; Effective 10/01/10
Motion offered by Mr. Jackson, seconded by Mr. Calhoun to approve the recommendation of the chief pertaining to sick leave. Motion passed without opposition.
ACTION; NAME; FROM; TO; EFFECTIVE DATE
Bagley, Dustin; Recruit; Probational Firefighter; 09/16/10
Crow, William; Recruit; Probational Firefighter; 09/16/10
Ford, Anthony; Recruit; Probational Firefighter; 09/16/10
Green, Benjamin; Recruit; Probational Firefighter; 09/16/10
Harris, Dustin; Recruit; Probational Firefighter; 09/16/10
Hicks, Mark J; Recruit; Probational Firefighter; 09/16/10
Martin, Brandon; Recruit; Probational Firefighter; 09/16/10
Mobley, Brandon; Recruit; Probational Firefighter; 09/16/10
Morris, Joshua; Recruit; Probational Firefighter; 09/16/10
Presley, Calvin; Recruit; Probational Firefighter; 09/16/10
Stuckey, Scott; Recruit; Probational Firefighter; 09/16/10
Motion offered by Dr. Reddix, seconded by Mr. Calhoun to approve the recommendation of the fire chief. Motion passed without opposition.
RETIREMENT
Howard, Velton; Permanent Fire Captain; Retirement; 10/01/10
Motion offered by Dr. Reddix, seconded by Mr. Jackson to approve the retirement of Velton Howard as recommended. Motion passed without opposition.
Mr. Cammack presented the personnel matters on behalf of Ms. Rider, who was absent from the meeting. Mr. Cammack asked that the jury ratify the promotion of Bryan Foreman to Biologist, and the hiring of Christopher Ramsey in the position of Pest Control Inspector I. Mr. Cammack noted that the Mosquito Control Board of Commissioners had approved the matters on September 29, 2010. Motion offered by Dr, Reddix, seconded by Mr. Smiley to ratify the actions of the Mosquito Control Board of Commissioners as they pertain to Bryan Foreman and Christopher Ramsey. Motion passed without opposition.
The chair recognized Ms. Bennett, WIA Director. Ms. Bennett spoke regarding the changes in personnel relating to the LEAP Contract. Discussion ensued. Ms. Bennett stated that she would defer the matter to the next meeting of the jury. No other action was taken on the matter.
The chair recognized Mr. Tull, Animal Control. Mr. Tull recommended the donation of sick leave from Toby Danna and Scott Riggin to Melinda Kiper. Motion offered by Mr. Jackson, seconded by Mr. Calhoun to approve the donation of sick leave from Toby Danna and Scott Riggin to Melinda Kiper. Motion passed without opposition.
There being no other business to come before this committee, the meeting was adjourned at 6:19 p.m. Motion offered by Mr. Jackson, seconded by Mr. Caldwell to convene as the Public Works Committee. Motion passed without opposition.
PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE MEETING
Mack Calhoun, chairman of the Public Works Committee called the meeting to order at 6:20 p.m.
The chairman recognized Mr. Murray, Public Works Director. Mr. Murray informed the jury that FEMA had reimbursed the parish for work performed on parish roads damaged due to high water. Mr. Murray listed the roads and the amounts as follows:
Philpot Road $ 3241.70
Toney Bayou 43323.92
Jones Road 14308.21
New Wall Lake 29892.78
A brief discussion ensued. No action was taken or needed on this item.
There being no other business to come before this committee, a motion to adjourn was offered by Mr. Caldwell, seconded by Mr. Jackson. Motion passed without opposition.
A motion to convene as the Finance Committee was offered by Mr. Jackson, seconded by Mr. Calhoun. Motion passed without opposition.
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FINANCE COMMITTEE MEETING
The chairman, Mr. Jackson called the Finance Committee meeting to order at 6:20 p.m.
The chair recognized Mr. Brad Cammack, Treasurer. Mr. Cammack presented the following 2010 amended and 2011 proposed budgets.
DOJ-ARREST Grant
DOJ-Safe Haven Grant
General Liability/Property Insurance Fund
Worker Comp Insurance Fund
2010 CDBG Grants (Streets)
Discussion ensued regarding the budgets, but no action was taken. There being no other business to come before this committee, motion to adjourn was offered by Mr. Jackson, seconded by Mr. Caldwell. The meeting was adjourned at 6:35 p.m. No opposition.
MOTIONS * ORDINANCES * RESOLUTIONS:
Motion offered by Mr. Caldwell, seconded by Dr. Reddix to reconvene the regular meeting of the jury. Motion passed without opposition.
The president recognized Mr. Jackson, District A.
MR. CHARLES JACKSON, DISTRICT A:
Mr. Jackson spoke regarding the budget meeting schedule. Discussion ensued. After discussion, the jury decided to keep the budget meeting schedule as is.
Mr. Jackson asked Mr. Cammack to speak regarding the Energy Efficiency Grants. Mr. Cammack stated that a memo had been included in the jury packet regarding the bid tabulation for the improvements. Mr. Cammack recommended accepting the base bid of Byrnes Mechanical as recommended by the consulting engineer, T. Hardy Hays. Discussion ensued. Motion offered by Mr. Jackson, seconded by Mr. Caldwell to award the contract to Byrnes Mechanical in the amount of $419,887.00 for the energy improvements and authorize the president to sign the documents. Motion passed without opposition.
The president recognized Mr. Calhoun, District B.
MR. MACK CALHOUN, DISTRICT B:
Mr. Calhoun spoke regarding redistricting and asked that the jury be proactive in the effort. No action was taken on this matter.
The president recognized Mr. Caldwell, District C.
MR. WALT CALDWELL, DISTRICT C:
Mr. Caldwell asked Mr. Mitchell to speak regarding the status of Skate Lane. Mr. Mitchell stated that the pre-bid conference was held recently and bid opening would be on October 18, 2010. No action was taken on this matter.
Mr. Caldwell asked Mr. Cammack to speak regarding Power Avenue. Mr. Cammack stated that the state would not allow any applications for LCBDG grant funds prior to their schedule meeting in July 2010. Discussion ensued. No action was taken on this matter
Mr. Caldwell asked Mr. Murray to speak regarding issues within Treasure Island and Frenchmen’s Bend Subdivision. Mr. Murray stated that he had not spoken with Mr. Holtzclaw and had nothing new to report.
Mr. Caldwell asked that all matters pertaining to District C be deferred until the next meeting of the jury due to the absence of the parish engineer.
The president recognized Dr. Reddix, District D.
DR. OLLIBETH REDDIX, DISTRICT D:
Dr. Reddix stated that due to the absence of the parish engineer that the matter regarding J. S. Clark Cemetery be deferred to the next meeting of the jury.
MR. SHANE SMILEY, DISTRICT E:
Mr. Smiley, seconded by Mr. Caldwell offered the following resolution for adoption.
RESOLUTION NO. 10-40
A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE SCHEDULE OF CHARGES AND COLLECTIONS OF THE 2009 PARISH AND SPECIAL TAXES; AND GRANTING PROPER QUIETUS IN ACCORDANCE WITH LAW.
BE IT RESOLVED by the Ouachita Parish Police Jury in legal and regular session that the schedule of charges and collections of the 2009 Special and Parish Taxes showing the amount of taxes collected in accordance with the schedule on file in the Office of the Secretary is hereby approved and the proper quietus granted therefore in accordance with law.
The above resolution was adopted this 4th day of October 2010. No opposition
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The president recognized Ms. Moore, District F.
MS. PAT MOORE, DISTRICT F:
Ms. Moore stated that she had no items.
ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS:
The president recognized Mr. Cammack, Treasurer.
FISCAL: Mr. Brad Cammack, Treasurer
Mr. Cammack presented the bid tabulation for food/food products for the 4th quarter. Mr. Cammack recommended Conco Foods as the lowest conforming bid for the 4th quarter food products. Motion offered by Mr. Caldwell, seconded by Mr. Jackson to accept Conco Foods as the lowest conforming bid for the fourth quarter. Motion passed without opposition.
Mr. Cammack spoke regarding the designation of a “Records Officer” for the parish. Mr. Cammack stated that the Louisiana State Archives requires that this designation be made once a year. Motion offered by Mr. Caldwell, seconded by Mr. Jackson to designate Mr. Brad Cammack as the Records Officer for the parish. A brief discussion ensued. Motion passed without opposition.
The president recognized Chief Hemphill, Fire Department.
FIRE: Chief Pat Hemphill, Fire Department
Chief Hemphill spoke regarding the disposal of a 2000 Ford Crown Victoria (VIN # 2FAFP71W3YX181499). The chief requested that the car be declared surplus and sold at auction. Motion offered by Mr. Caldwell, seconded by Mr. Jackson to approve the request of the fire chief regarding the disposal of the 2000 Ford Crown Victoria. Motion passed without opposition.
The president recognized Mr. Mitchell, Assistant District Attorney
LEGAL: Mr. Jay B. Mitchell, Assist. Dist. Attorney
Mr. Mitchell reminded the jury about the special meeting being held on Friday, October 8th at noon to canvassing the results of the election held on October 2, 2010.
The president recognized Mr. Murray, Public Works Director.
PUBLIC WORKS: Mr. John Tom Murray, Director
Mr. Murray stated that he had no items.
The president recognized Mr. Holtzclaw, Engineer.
ROADS & DRAINAGE: Mr.Tom Holtzclaw, Engineer
Mr. Holtzclaw was not present at the meeting. Mr. Cammack stated that the final payment application for the Cheniere Lake Area 3 Bathrooms had been presented for payment. No action was required or taken on this matter.
BEER AND WHISKEY APPLICATIONS:
Mr. Mitchell presented the following application for beer and whiskey and recommended approval. Motion offered by Mr. Smiley, seconded by Mr. Caldwell to approve the permit as presented. Motion passed without opposition.
DAY, L. RUSSELL DBA PRS, LLC, 518 LINCOLN RD, MONROE, LA 71203-RETAIL BEER, CLASS “B”, RETAIL LIQUOR, CLASS “D”, 2010 NEW OWNER
There being no other business to come before the jury, motion to adjourn was offered by Mr. Calhoun, seconded by Mr. Jackson. The meeting was adjourned at 7:01 p.m.
A D J O U R N!
Shane Smiley, President
Deborah H. Sewell, Recording Secretary
Adopted 10/18/10
11/4
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PROCEEDINGS OF THE POLICE JURY, PARISH OF OUACHITA, STATE OF LOUISIANA, TAKEN AT A REGULAR MEETING HELD ON, MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2010 AT 5:35 P.M.
The Police Jury of the Parish of Ouachita, State of Louisiana met in a regular session in the Ouachita Parish Police Jury Meeting Room, Courthouse Building, Monroe, Louisiana on Monday, September 20, 2010, at 5:35 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; Ollibeth Reddix District D; Shane Smiley District E; Pat Moore District F
Members Absent (0)
Mack Calhoun, District B juror gave the invocation and led the pledge of allegiance.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA:
The president asked if there were any additions or changes to the agenda. There were none. Motion offered by Mr. Jackson, seconded by Mr. Smiley to approve the agenda. Motion passed without opposition.
PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD:
The president spoke regarding the Public Comment Period. No one came forward to address the jury during this time.
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
The president convened a public hearing on Ordinance No. 8967- an ordinance amending Section 14-1, decreasing the Speed Limit on Connie Walters Road from thirty-five (35) miles per hour to twenty-five (25) miles per hour; and further providing with respect thereto. No one appeared to speak in favor of or against the ordinance. Motion to close the public hearing was offered by Mr. Caldwell, seconded by Mr. Calhoun. Motion passed without opposition.
The president convened a public hearing on Ordinance No. 8968-An ordinance limiting certain truck traffic on Ticheli Road in the unincorporated area of Ouachita Parish; providing an enforcement mechanism and penalties therefore; and further providing with respect thereto. No one appeared to speak in favor of or against the ordinance. Motion to close the public hearing was offered by Ms. Moore, seconded by Dr. Reddix. Motion passed without opposition.
The president convened a public hearing on Ordinance No. 8969-An ordinance amending Chapter 22 of the Compiled Ordinances of Ouachita Parish Amending Section 8 of said chapter, said ordinance providing for annual revenue for the Parish of Ouachita, State of Louisiana, levying annual taxes for said purposes and further providing with respect thereto - (2010 Revenue Law). No one appeared to speak in favor of or against the ordinance. Motion to close the public hearing was offered by Ms. Moore, seconded by Mr. Calhoun. Motion passed without opposition.
VISITORS:
The president recognized Dr. Shelly Jones, LA Regional VIII Medical Director, Ouachita Parish Health Unit. Dr. Jones spoke regarding the problems with the heating and air conditioning units at the health unit. Dr. Jones requested that the jury implement changes to the HVAC as suggested by the mechanical engineer. Discussion ensued. After discussion, motion offered by Ms. Jackson, seconded by Mr. Calhoun to engage Mr. Hardy Hayes, mechanical engineer to study problem with the HVAC unit at the health unit with fees to be paid out of the Health Unit Account. Motion passed without opposition.
The president recognized Terry Cox and Jerry Lazenby. Mr. Cox and Mr. Lazenby spoke regarding West Ouachita Sewer District No. 5. Mr. Cox stated that the 1977 bonds would be paid off in December saving the district over a half million dollars. Mr. Cox indicated that the savings would be needed in the future to enhance and update the system as needed. Mr. Lazenby stated that the property tax would no longer need to be assessed. No action was taken on the matter.
The president recognized Lester Hopkins, 708 Blazier Street, West Monroe. Mr. Hopkins spoke regarding the drainage ditch located near his house and asked that the jury address the matter. Discussion ensued. Mr. Mitchell stated that he would attempt to locate the drainage servitude on the property and report back to the jury. No other action was taken on the matter.
BOARD OF REVIEW:
A motion to convene as Board of Review to hear any and all protests from taxpayers on their 2010 assessments was offered by Mr. Caldwell, seconded by Dr. Reddix. Motion passed without opposition.
Mr. Mitchell stated that we had received 5 protests. The companies filing protests were EnerVest Operating Company, EnerVest Prod Ptnrs-Primos Acq, EnerVest Production Ptnrs LTD’s, Chase (109882-r, 102639-R0 108731-R), and Camellia Trace Apartments. Mr. Mitchell stated that correspondence had been received from EnerVest withdrawing the protests for their three companies- EnerVest Operating Company, EnerVest Prod Ptnrs-Primos Acq, and EnerVest Production Ptnrs LTD’s. Mr. Mitchell stated that he had confirmed the withdrawals by phone, leaving the appeals of Chase and Camellia Trace Apartments for consideration by the Board of Review.
The president asked if there was anyone present to represent Chase or Camellia Trace Apartments. No one appeared. Mr. Caldwell recused himself from the proceedings due to his sister’s employment with Kean Miller who represents Chase.
The president recognized Ouachita Parish Assessor, Rich Bailey.
Mr. Bailey presented information regarding the ad valorem assessment of Chase properties (Chase-109882-R, 102639-R, 108731-R), and asked that the jury uphold the assessments.
Mr. Bailey present information regarding the ad valorem tax assessment on Camellia Trace Apartments and requested that the jury uphold the assessment. A brief discussion ensued.
Motion offered by Mr. Jackson, seconded by Ms. Moore to uphold the property assessments as prepared by the parish assessor. Motion passed with Mr. Caldwell abstaining.
A motion to recess the regular meeting in favor of the Finance Committee meeting was offered by Mr. Caldwell, seconded by Mr. Smiley. Motion passed without opposition.
FINANCE COMMITTEE MEETING
Mr. Jackson, chairman called the Finance Committee meeting to order at 6:08 p.m. Mr. Jackson recognized Mr. Cammack, Treasurer.
Mr. Cammack spoke regarding the claims statement for the period of August 8 through September 16, 2010, and recommended approval. Motion offered by Mr. Caldwell, seconded by Mr. Calhoun to approve the claims statement as recommended. Motion passed without opposition.
Mr. Cammack spoke regarding the Energy Efficiency Grant. Mr. Cammack stated that bid openings will be held on Tuesday, September 21, 2010, for the Energy Efficiency Grant air conditioning retrofits. Discussion ensued. Mr. Mitchell stated that acceptance of the grant could be done in the Finance Committee Meeting. No other action was taken on this matter.
Mr. Cammack spoke briefly regarding the update on fixed assets and grant accounting. Mr. Cammack stated that the staff has updated fixed assets with the additions and disposals for the current year and the year of 2008. Mr. Cammack stated that the grant reconciliations are done and all monies due have been received.
Mr. Cammack spoke regarding the budget meeting schedule. Mr. Cammack stated that the meeting had been set for the odd Mondays at 6pm. Discussion ensued. Mr. Jackson noted that the time agreed upon was 6-8 pm on the odd Monday’s (non-meeting dates). No other action was taken on this matter.
Mr. Cammack spoke regarding Health, Dental and Life Insurance for the year of 2011. Mr. Cammack stated that Vantage Health Care had asked that the jury allow them to present its plan to them directly. Mr. Cammack asked that the jury direct him in soliciting insurance plans for 2011. Discussion ensued. Motion offered by Mr. Calhoun, seconded by Ms. Moore to use the same health insurance carrier for the year of 2011. Motion failed with 2 voting yes, 2 voting no, and 2 abstaining from the vote. A brief discussion ensued again. Motion offered by Dr. Reddix, seconded by Mr. Caldwell to have entities make their presentation, use P&S Benefits to do the analysis and provide recommendations to the jury. Motion passed with Dr. Reddix abstaining.
Mr. Cammack stated that Ms. Steele was absent due to illness. Mr. Cammack recommended the hiring of Robin Mack in the position of Housing Assistant. Motion offered by Ms. Moore, seconded by Mr. Caldwell to approve the recommendation as presented. Motion passed without opposition.
Mr. Rhodes spoke regarding the position of Juvenile Detention Officer II Supervisor and recommended the hiring of Russell Harris in that position. Motion offered by Ms. Moore, seconded by Dr. Reddix to approve the hiring of Russell Harris as recommended. Motion passed without opposition.
Mr. Rhodes stated that he would defer action on the personnel matter regarding continuing education until the next meeting.
There being no other business to come before this committee, a motion to adjourn and resume the regular meeting was offered by Mr. Jackson, seconded by Mr. Caldwell. Motion passed without opposition. The regular meeting was resumed at 6:38 p.m.
MOTIONS * ORDINANCES * RESOLUTIONS:
The president recognized Mr. Jackson, District A.
MR. CHARLES JACKSON, DISTRICT A:
Mr. Jackson asked Mr. Cammack to speak regarding the contract with FuelTrac. Mr. Cammack stated that the number of fueling stations with FuelMan, our current vendor had diminished. Mr. Cammack indicated that FuelTrac was under state contract and had more fueling stations within the parish. Mr. Cammack recommended canceling the contract with FuelMan and entering a contract with FuelTrac. Motion offered by Mr. Jackson, seconded by Dr. Reddix to cancel the contract with Fuelman and enter into a contract with FuelTrac. Motion passed without opposition.
The president asked that Mr. Jackson address the matter of Court Costs listed on his agenda. Mr. Jackson stated that we were in the window to make changes in the court costs. Mr. Jackson stated that the purpose would be to have a court cost to maintain the courthouse and that the deadline for making changes is October 1st to the State Judicial Council. Discussion ensued. Motion was offered by Mr. Caldwell, seconded by Mr. Jackson that the State Judicial Council approves any reallocations or changes in court costs. Discussion ensued again. After discussion, Mr. Caldwell withdrew his motion. Discussion ensued again. Motion offered by Mr. Jackson, seconded by Dr. Reddix to request that the court submit to the State Judicial Council for approval courthouse maintenance and space acquisition fees to be funded on the criminal court side by reducing the court cost presently allocated to witness fees as laid out in the proposal; and no change in civil court costs. Motion passed with Mr. Caldwell abstaining.
The president recognized Mr. Calhoun, District B.
MR. MACK CALHOUN, DISTRICT B:
Mr. Calhoun, seconded by Dr. Reddix offered the following ordinance for final adoption.
ORDINANCE NO. 8967
(FINAL)
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 14-1, DECREASING THE SPEED LIMIT ON CONNIE WALTERS ROAD FROM THIRTY-FIVE (35) 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 thirty-five (35) mph on Connie Walters Road, a parish road located in District B of Ouachita Parish;
WHEREAS, residents have requested that the speed limit be decreased to twenty-five miles-per-hour (25 mph) on said Road:
WHEREAS, decreasing the speed limit to thirty-five miles-per-hour (25 mph) on Connie Walters 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
Connie Walters 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 16th day of August 2010.
The ordinance was submitted to a roll call vote, and the vote thereon was as follows:
YEAS (6)
NAYS (0)
ABSENT (0)
ABSTAIN (0)
The Ordinance was adopted the 20th day of September 2010.
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Mr. Mitchell spoke regarding re-districting in the parish. Mr. Calhoun asked that each juror go to North Delta and provide input on the drawing of the new district lines. Discussion ensued. No action was taken on this matter.
The president recognized Mr. Caldwell, District C.
MR. WALT CALDWELL, DISTRICT C:
Mr. Caldwell asked that the matter regarding Power Avenue and CDBG Funding be deferred to a later date.
Mr. Caldwell asked Mr. Holtzclaw to speak regarding the drainage issues within Treasure Island. Mr. Holtzclaw stated that he had sent correspondence to Gary Walker of the U.S. Army Corp of Engineers asking for his direction on Hannah’s Run, but had not heard back from him. No other action was taken on the matter.
Mr. Caldwell asked Mr. Holtzclaw to speak regarding the drainage issues within Frenchmen’s Bend Subdivision. Mr. Holtzclaw stated that he had composed a letter to send to FEMA in regards to the floodplain maps update and Frenchmen’s Bend Subdivision. Discussion ensued. Motion offered by Mr. Caldwell, seconded by Mr. Jackson to direct the parish attorney to prepare a letter to FEMA addressing the concerns of the jury regarding the floodplain maps to be signed by the parish president. Motion passed without opposition.
Mr. Holtzclaw noted that the problem within Frenchmen’s Bend Subdivision was primarily an off road drainage issue, and thought that the matter may be considered in the budgeting process at a cost of approximately $30-35,000 dollars. Mr. Caldwell asked that Mr. Holtzclaw prepare an estimate on the project and give it to Mr. Murray for presentation during the budget process.
Mr. Holtzclaw presented information to the jury on Moon Lake Road. Discussion ensued. Motion offered by Mr. Caldwell, seconded by Dr. Reddix to forward correspondence to FEMA requesting them to reconsider this road and submit option one in the amount of approximately $485,000. Motion passed without opposition.
The president recognized Dr. Reddix, District D.
DR. OLLIBETH REDDIX, DISTRICT D:
Dr. Reddix asked Mr. Holtzclaw to speak regarding J. S. Clark Cemetery. Mr. Holtzclaw stated that he had talked to several contractors but none had submitted proposals. Mr. Holtzclaw recommended that the project be put out to bid with an open date of October 25, 2010.
MR. SHANE SMILEY, DISTRICT E:
Mr. Smiley, seconded by Mr. Caldwell offered the following ordinance for final adoption:
ORDINANCE NO. 8969
(FINAL)
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 22 OF THE COMPILED ORDINANCES OF OUACHITA PARISH AMENDING SECTION 8 OF SAID CHAPTER, SAID ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR AN ANNUAL REVENUE FOR THE PARISH OF OUACHITA, STATE OF LOUISIANA, LEVYING ANNUAL TAXES FOR SAID PURPOSES AND FURTHER PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO.
2010 REVENUE LAW
SECTION ONE: BE IT ORDAINED by this Police Jury of the Parish of Ouachita, State of Louisiana, in legal and regular session convened that for the calendar year 2010 there is hereby levied an annual tax of 4.18 mills on the dollar of the assessed valuation of all property situated in the Parish of Ouachita, State of Louisiana, outside of the incorporated municipalities of Monroe, West Monroe, Sterlington, and Richwood; said valuation being shown by the assessment rolls for the year 2010 as said rolls are filed in the Office of the Sheriff and Tax Collector and the Clerk of Court of Ouachita Parish. The said tax of 4.18 mills is hereby levied and shall be set apart and dedicated to the use of the General Fund for paying all expenses of the Parish which may arise during the calendar year 2010 according to the estimates of expenditures hereto adopted.
SECTION TWO: BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED, that for the calendar year 2010 there is hereby levied a special tax of 2.09 mills on the dollar of the assessed valuation of all property situated within the corporate limits of the City of Monroe, the City of West Monroe, The Town of Sterlington, and the Town of Richwood, not exempt from taxation for General Fund purposes, said valuation being shown by the assessment rolls for the year 2010 as said rolls are filed according to law in the Clerk of Court's Office of the Parish of Ouachita, and in the Office of Sheriff and Tax Collector.
SECTION THREE: BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED, for the calendar year 2010 there is hereby levied a special tax of 7.50 mills on the dollar of the assessed valuation of all property situated in the Parish of Ouachita, and not exempt from taxation by the Constitution and Laws of the State of Louisiana for the purpose of providing funds for equipment, supplies, maintenance, operation, construction, acquisition, improvement, renovation and support of the Ouachita Parish Library and its branches, said valuation being shown by the assessment roll for the year 2010 according to the election held in Ouachita Parish, Louisiana, on the 19th day of July, 2003, for the purpose of voting said tax under the provisions of resolution adopted November 18, 1995, and the election held in Ouachita Parish, Louisiana on the 19th day of July, 2003, for the purpose of rededicating the proceeds of said tax under the provisions of resolution adopted April 21, 2003, as said rolls are filed according to the law in the Clerk of Court's Office of the Parish of Ouachita, and in the Office of the Sheriff and Tax Collector.
SECTION FOUR: BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED, that for the calendar year 2010 there is hereby levied a special tax of 0.74 mills on the dollar of the assessed valuation of all property subject to taxation in the Parish of Ouachita for the purpose of operating, maintaining, sustaining, and erecting Ouachita Parish Health Units, including rabies and animal control facilities according to the election held on July 17, 2004, resolution adopted April 19, 2004, as said rolls are filed according to law in the Clerk of Court's Office of the Parish of Ouachita, and in the Office of the Sheriff and Tax Collector.
SECTION FIVE: BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED by the Ouachita Parish Police Jury, sitting and acting as the Board of Commissioners of the Fire Protection District No. One of the Parish of Ouachita, that for the calendar year 2010 there is hereby levied a special tax of 19.11 mills on the dollar on all property subject to taxation in said District for the purpose of maintaining and operating the Fire Protection Districts fire protection facilities and obtaining water for fire protection purposes; said valuation being shown by the assessment roll for the year 2010 according to the election held on October 15, 2005, resolution adopted July 5, 2005, as said rolls are filed according to law in the Clerk of Court’s office of the Parish of Ouachita, and in the Office of the Sheriff and Tax Collector.
SECTION SIX: BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that for the calendar year 2010 there is hereby levied a special tax of 8.51 mills on all property subject to taxation in the Parish of Ouachita for the purpose of improving, maintaining, operating and equipping the Ouachita Correctional Center; and, there is further levied a special tax of 0.59 mills on all property subject to taxation in said Parish, for the purpose of making major improvements, repairs and/or renovations to the existing Ouachita Correctional Center buildings and structures together with the necessary equipment, furnishings and financing therefore, said valuation being shown by the assessment rolls for the year 2010 according to the election held in Ouachita Parish on July 21, 2007, resolution adopted April 16, 2007, as said rolls are filed according to law in the Clerk of Court’s office of the Parish of Ouachita, and in the office of the Sheriff and Tax Collector.
SECTION SEVEN: BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that for the calendar year 2010 there is hereby levied a special tax of 2.65 mills on the dollar of the assessed valuation on all property subject to taxation in the Parish of Ouachita, for the purpose of improving, maintaining, operating and equipping juvenile detention facilities; and a special tax of 0.20 mills on the dollar of the assessed valuation on all property subject to taxation in the Parish of Ouachita, for the purpose of acquiring, financing, and constructing a building to house juvenile detention alternative programs and related services at the Ouachita Parish Juvenile Detention Center, together with the necessary sites, equipment, and furnishings therefore, according to the election held in Ouachita Parish on July 15, 2006, resolution adopted April 17, 2006, said valuation being shown by the assessment rolls for the year 2010 as said rolls are filed according to law in the Clerk of Court's office in the Parish of Ouachita, and in the office of the Sheriff and Tax Collector.
SECTION EIGHT: BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that for the calendar year 2010, there is hereby levied a special tax of 2.00 mills on the dollar of the assessed valuation on all taxable property situated in Road Lighting District No. 1 of the Parish of Ouachita for the purpose of providing, maintaining, and operating electric lights on the street, roads, highways, alleys, and public places in said District, said valuation being shown by the assessment roll for the year 2010 and a service charge of -0- to be assessed to persons occupying residential and non-residential structures and persons owning unoccupied structures located wholly or partly within the boundaries of the Road Lighting District No. 1, and to persons owning lots wholly or partly within the District upon which no structure is located, pursuant to the provision of the proposition which was approved at an election held on July 21, 2003.
SECTION NINE: BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that for the calendar year 2010 there is hereby levied a special tax of eight cents per acre on all woodlands subject to taxation in the Parish of Ouachita for the purpose of Forest Protection, all as set forth under Act 5 of the 1990 Louisiana Legislature.
SECTION TEN: BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED by the Ouachita Parish Police Jury, acting for the Board of Commissioners of the Mosquito Abatement District No. 1 of the Parish of Ouachita, that for the calendar year 2010 there is hereby levied a special tax of 1.99 mills on the dollar of the assessed valuation of all property situated in the Parish of Ouachita, and not exempt from taxation by the Constitution and Laws of the State of Louisiana for the purpose of “the abatement, control, eradication and study of mosquitoes and other arthropods of public health importance and all activities incidental thereto” according to the election held in Ouachita Parish on March 8, 2008, for the purpose of voting said tax under the provisions of resolution adopted November 19, 2007, said valuation being shown by the assessment rolls for the year 2010 as said rolls are filed according to the law in the Clerk of Court's Office of the Parish of Ouachita, and in the Office of the Sheriff and Tax Collector.
SECTION ELEVEN: BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that pursuant to the provisions of the proposition which was approved at a special election held on October 17, 2009, there is hereby levied a service charge of Twenty-five and no/100 Dollars ($25.00), plus a collection charge of $1.25 to be paid to the Tax Collector, in the year 2010 on each parcel of immovable property located wholly or partly within the boundaries of the Road Lighting District No. 4, for the purposes stated in the proposition.
SECTION TWELVE: BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that pursuant to the provisions of the proposition which was approved at a special election held on October 17, 2009, there is hereby levied a service charge of Twenty-five and no/100 Dollars ($25.00), plus a collection charge of $1.25 to be paid to the Tax Collector, in the year 2010 on each parcel of immovable property located wholly or partly within the boundaries of the Road Lighting District No. 5, for the purposes stated in the proposition.
SECTION THIRTEEN: BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that pursuant to the provisions of the proposition which was approved at a special election held on October 17, 2009, there is hereby levied a service charge of Twenty-five and no/100 Dollars ($25.00), plus a collection charge of $1.25 to be paid to the Tax Collector, in the year 2010 on each parcel of immovable property located wholly or partly within the boundaries of the Road Lighting District No. 6, for the purposes stated in the proposition.
SECTION FOURTEEN: BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that pursuant to the provisions of the proposition which was approved at a special election held on October 17, 2009, there is hereby levied a service charge of Twenty-five and no/100 Dollars ($25.00), plus a collection charge of $1.25 to be paid to the Tax Collector, in the year 2010 on each parcel of immovable property located wholly or partly within the boundaries of the Road Lighting District No. 7, for the purposes stated in the proposition.
SECTION FIFTEEN: BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that pursuant to the provisions of the proposition which was approved at a special election held on October 17, 2009, there is hereby levied a service charge of Fifty and no/100 Dollars ($50.00), plus a collection charge of $2.50 to be paid to the Tax Collector, in the year 2010 on each parcel of immovable property located wholly or partly within the boundaries of the Road Lighting District No. 9, for the purposes stated in the proposition.
SECTION SIXTEEN: BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that pursuant to the provisions of the proposition which was approved at a special election held on October 17, 2009, there is hereby levied a service charge of One-Hundred and no/100 Dollars ($100.00), plus a collection charge of $5.00, to be paid to the Tax Collector, in the year 2010 on each parcel of immovable property located wholly or partly within the boundaries of the Road Lighting District No. 10, for the purposes stated in the proposition.
SECTION SEVENTEEN: BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that pursuant to the provisions of the proposition which was approved at a special election held on October 17, 2009, there is hereby levied a service charge of Twenty-five and no/100 Dollars ($25.00), plus a collection charge of $1.25 to be paid to the Tax Collector, in the year 2010 on each parcel of immovable property located wholly or partly within the boundaries of the Road Lighting District No. 11, for the purposes stated in the proposition.
SECTION EIGHTEEN: BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that pursuant to the provisions of the proposition which was approved at a special election held on October 17, 2009, there is hereby levied a service charge of Thirty-five and no/100 Dollars ($35.00), plus a collection charge of $1.75 to be paid to the Tax Collector, in the year 2010 on each parcel of immovable property located wholly or partly within the boundaries of the Road Lighting District No. 12, for the purposes stated in the proposition.
SECTION NINETEEN: BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that pursuant to the provisions of the proposition which was approved at a special election held on October 17, 2009, there is hereby levied a service charge of Twenty-five and no/100 Dollars ($25.00), plus a collection charge of $1.25 to be paid to the Tax Collector, in the year 2010 on each parcel of immovable property located wholly or partly within the boundaries of the Road Lighting District No. 13, for the purposes stated in the proposition.
SECTION TWENTY: BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that pursuant to the provisions of the proposition which was approved at a special election held on October 17, 2009, there is hereby levied a service charge of Thirty and no/100 Dollars ($30.00), plus a collection charge of $1.50 to be paid to the Tax Collector, in the year 2010 on each parcel of immovable property located wholly or partly within the boundaries of the Road Lighting District No. 16, for the purposes stated in the proposition.
SECTION TWENTY-ONE: BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that pursuant to the provisions of the proposition which was approved at a special election held on October 17, 2009 there is hereby levied a service charge of Fifty and no/100 Dollars ($50.00), plus a collection charge of $2.50 to be paid to the Tax Collector, in the year 2010 on each parcel of immovable property located wholly or partly within the boundaries of the Road Lighting District No. 17, for the purposes stated in the proposition.
SECTION TWENTY-TWO: BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that pursuant to the provisions of the proposition which was approved at a special election held on October 17, 2009, there is hereby levied a service charge of Thirty and no/100 Dollars ($30.00), plus a collection charge of $1.50 to be paid to the Tax Collector, in the year 2010 on each parcel of immovable property located wholly or partly within the boundaries of the Road Lighting District No. 19, for the purposes stated in the proposition.
SECTION TWENTY-THREE: BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that pursuant to the provisions of the proposition which was approved at a special election held on October 17, 2009, there is hereby levied a service charge of Twenty-five and no/100 Dollars ($25.00), plus a collection charge of $1.25 to be paid to the Tax Collector, in the year 2010 on each parcel of immovable property located wholly or partly within the boundaries of the Road Lighting District No. 20, for the purposes stated in the proposition.
SECTION TWENTY-FOUR: BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that pursuant to the provisions of the proposition which was approved at a special election held on October 17, 2009, there is hereby levied a service charge of Twenty-five and no/100 Dollars ($25.00), plus a collection charge of $1.25 to be paid to the Tax Collector, in the year 2010 on each parcel of immovable property located wholly or partly within the boundaries of the Road Lighting District No. 22, for the purposes stated in the proposition.
SECTION TWENTY-FIVE: BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that pursuant to the provisions of the proposition which was approved at a special election held on October 17, 2009, there is hereby levied a service charge of Thirty and no/100 Dollars ($30.00), plus a collection charge of $1.50 to be paid to the Tax Collector, in the year 2010 on each parcel of immovable property located wholly or partly within the boundaries of the Road Lighting District No. 23, for the purposes stated in the proposition.
SECTION TWENTY-SIX: BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that pursuant to the provisions of the proposition which was approved at a special election held on October 17, 2009, there is hereby levied a service charge of Thirty-five and no/100 Dollars ($35.00), plus a collection charge of $1.75 to be paid to the Tax Collector, in the year 2010 on each parcel of immovable property located wholly or partly within the boundaries of the Road Lighting District No. 24, for the purposes stated in the proposition.
SECTION TWENTY-SEVEN: BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that pursuant to the provisions of the proposition which was approved at a special election held on October 17, 2009, there is hereby levied a service charge of Thirty and no/100 Dollars ($30.00), plus a collection charge of $1.50 to be paid to the Tax Collector, in the year 2010 on each parcel of immovable property located wholly or partly within the boundaries of the Road Lighting District No. 26, for the purposes stated in the proposition.
SECTION TWENTY-EIGHT: BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that pursuant to the provisions of the proposition which was approved at a special election held on October 17, 2009, there is hereby levied a service charge of Sixty-five and no/100 Dollars ($65.00), plus a collection charge of $3.25 to be paid to the Tax Collector, in the year 2010 on each parcel of immovable property located wholly or partly within the boundaries of the Road Lighting District No. 27, for the purposes stated in the proposition.
SECTION TWENTY-NINE: BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that pursuant to the provisions of the proposition which was approved at a special election held on October 17, 2009, there is hereby levied a service charge of Thirty-five and no/100 Dollars ($35.00), plus a collection charge of $1.75 to be paid to the Tax Collector, in the year 2010 on each parcel of immovable property located wholly or partly within the boundaries of the Road Lighting District No. 29, for the purposes stated in the proposition.
SECTION THIRTY: BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that pursuant to the provisions of the proposition which was approved at a special election held on October 17, 2009, there is hereby levied a service charge of Thirty-five and no/100 Dollars ($35.00), plus a collection charge of $1.75 to be paid to the Tax Collector, in the year 2010 on each parcel of immovable property located wholly or partly within the boundaries of the Road Lighting District No.30, for the purposes stated in the proposition.
SECTION THIRTY-ONE: BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that pursuant to the provisions of the proposition which was approved at a special election held on October 17, 2009, there is hereby levied a service charge of Fifty and no/100 Dollars ($50.00), plus a collection charge of $2.50 to be paid to the Tax Collector, in the year 2010 on each parcel of immovable property located wholly or partly within the boundaries of the Road Lighting District No. 32, for the purposes stated in the proposition.
SECTION THIRTY-TWO: BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that pursuant to the provisions of the proposition which was approved at a special election held on October 17, 2009, there is hereby levied a service charge of Fifty-five and no/100 Dollars ($55.00), plus a collection charge of $2.75 to be paid to the Tax Collector, in the year 2010 on each parcel of immovable property located wholly or partly within the boundaries of the Road Lighting District No. 33, for the purposes stated in the proposition.
SECTION THIRTY-THREE: BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that pursuant to the provisions of the proposition which was approved at a special election held on October 17, 2009, there is hereby levied a service charge of Sixty-five and no/100 Dollars ($65.00), plus a collection charge of $3.25 to be paid to the Tax Collector, in the year 2010 on each parcel of immovable property located wholly or partly within the boundaries of the Road Lighting District No. 34, for the purposes stated in the proposition.
SECTION THIRTY-FOUR: BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that pursuant to the provisions of the proposition which was approved at a special election held on October 17, 2009 there is hereby levied a service charge of Seventy-five and no/100 Dollars ($75.00), plus a collection charge of $3.75 to be paid to the Tax Collector, in the year 2010 on each parcel of immovable property located wholly or partly within the boundaries of the Road Lighting District No. 35, for the purposes stated in the proposition.
SECTION THIRTY-FIVE: BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that pursuant to the provisions of the proposition which was approved at a special election held on October 17, 2009, there is hereby levied a service charge of Seventy-five and no/100 Dollars ($75.00), plus a collection charge of $3.75 to be paid to the Tax Collector, in the year 2010 on each parcel of immovable property located wholly or partly within the boundaries of the Road Lighting District No. 36, for the purposes stated in the proposition.
SECTION THIRTY-SIX: BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that pursuant to the provisions of the proposition which was approved at a special election held on October 17, 2009, there is hereby levied a service charge of Fifty and no/100 Dollars ($50.00), plus a collection charge of $2.50 to be paid to the Tax Collector, in the year 2010 on each parcel of immovable property located wholly or partly within the boundaries of the Road Lighting District No. 38, for the purposes stated in the proposition.
SECTION THIRTY-SEVEN: BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that pursuant to the provisions of the proposition which was approved at a special election held on October 17, 2009, there is hereby levied a service charge of One hundred sixty and no/100 Dollars ($160.00), plus a collection charge of $8.00 to be paid to the Tax Collector, in the year 2010 on each parcel of immovable property located wholly or partly within the boundaries of the Road Lighting District No. 39, for the purposes stated in the proposition.
BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED, that all said taxes enumerated herein in the various sections of this Ordinance shall be eligible and collectable on the same day in the manner as provided by existing laws and ordinances of the Ouachita Parish Police Jury.
This ordinance was introduced the 7th day of September 2010.
The above ordinance was submitted to a roll call vote and the vote thereon was as follows:
YEAS (6)
NAYS (0)
ABSENT (0)
ABSTAIN (0)
The ordinance was adopted the 20th day of September 2010.
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The president recognized Ms. Moore, District F.
MS. PAT MOORE, DISTRICT F:
Ms. Moore, seconded by Dr. Reddix offered the following ordinance for adoption. A length discussion ensued.
ORDINANCE NO. 8968
(FINAL)
AN ORDINANCE LIMITING CERTAIN TRUCK TRAFFIC ON TICHELI ROAD IN THE UNINCORPORATED AREA OF OUACHITA PARISH; PROVIDING AN ENFORCEMENT MECHANISM AND PENALTIES THEREFORE; AND FURTHER PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO.
WHEREAS, the Ouachita Parish Police Jury has previously acted to prohibit large commercial trucks from using Parish roads in the Tanglewood Subdivision as a connecting route or “shortcut” between U.S. Highway 165 Bypass South and Louisiana Highway 15;
WHEREAS, the Ouachita Parish Police Jury finds that large commercial truck traffic is now using Ticheli Road as a connecting route or “shortcut” between U.S. Highway 165 Bypass South and Louisiana Highway 15;
WHEREAS, the Ouachita Parish Police Jury finds that the resulting increase of large commercial truck traffic on Ticheli Road constitutes a threat to the safety of other motorists and pedestrians within said subdivisions; and
WHEREAS, the Ouachita Parish Police Jury finds that prohibiting the use of Ticheli Road as a connector or shortcut as described above is a reasonable exercise of the Ouachita Parish Police Jury’s authority to regulate its Parish roads:
NOW, THEREFORE:
BE IT ORDAINED by the Ouachita Parish Police Jury in legal and regular session that Section 14-5 of the compiled ordinances of the Parish of Ouachita, State of Louisiana, be and hereby is adopted as follows:
“SEC. 14-5. Prohibition of non-local commercial truck traffic on certain roads.
No person shall operate a tractor trailer or a commercial truck having a body length in excess of thirty (30) feet on the following roads in the unincorporated areas of Ouachita Parish:
Tanglewood Drive
Dellwood Drive
Charmingdale Drive
North Charmingdale Drive
Merrydale Drive
Country Club Boulevard
Ticheli Road
The provisions of this Section shall not apply to (1) fire apparatus; (2) vehicles and machinery used solely in road construction while actually engaged in work upon a roadway; (3) implements of husbandry, including farm tractors temporarily moved upon a highway; or (4) a vehicle making a local delivery or call that requires it to use any road identified in paragraph A above;
Violation of this Section shall be punishable by a fine of not less than $100.00 nor more than $500.00.”
BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that pursuant to Ouachita Parish Ordinance No. 7952, the Ouachita Parish Public Works Department is hereby directed to post appropriate signage at the entrances to the roads identified above.
The above ordinance was introduced the 16th day of August 2010.
After discussion, the ordinance was submitted to a roll call vote and the vote thereon was as follows
YEAS (4)
NAYS (2) Smiley, Caldwell
ABSENT (0)
ABSTAIN (0)
The ordinance was adopted the 20th day of September 2010.
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Ms. Moore asked Mr. Cammack to speak regarding the LGAP Camera Grant Amendment. Mr. Cammack stated that he had been in contact with the state regarding an amendment, and was informed that no amendment was required, because the cameras were being used in the same manner as the ones previously bought. No action was taken on this matter.
Mr. Caldwell left the meeting at this time.
Ms. Moore asked Mr. Mitchell to speak regarding the Auto Shred/Mush Water Canal. Mr. Mitchell stated that a cooperative endeavor agreement has been drafted and that work was being done on securing the right of ways. No other action was taken on this matter.
Ms. Moore asked that Mr. Holtzclaw update the jury on Harmon Johnson and Caples Roads. Mr. Holtzclaw stated that he had correspondence that he would pass on to Senator Landrieu’s office. Mr. Holtzclaw summarized the correspondence.
Mr. Caldwell returned at this point in the meeting.
Ms. Moore expressed to the jury the reasons for asking for federal funding for Harmon Johnson Road. No other action was taken on this matter.
ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS:
The president recognized Mr. Cammack, Treasurer.
FISCAL: Mr. Brad Cammack, Treasurer
Mr. Cammack spoke regarding the use of the courthouse grounds and parking lot by the Monroe Jaycees on December 4, 2010. Mr. Cammack recommended approval. Motion offered by Mr. Jackson, seconded by Dr. Reddix to approve the use of the courthouse grounds and parking lot. Discussion ensued. Motion passed without opposition.
Mr. Cammack informed the jury that the state fire marshal had approved the new dorm at OCC, but now we are awaiting an approval from the local fire marshal. No action was taken on this matter.
The president recognized Chief Hemphill, Fire Department.
FIRE: Chief Pat Hemphill, Fire Department
Chief Hemphill was not present at this point in the meeting.
The president recognized Mr. Mitchell, Assistant District Attorney.
LEGAL: Mr. Jay B. Mitchell, Assist. Dist. Attorney
Mr. Mitchell stated that the agreement between Greater Ouachita Water District and Prairie Rd Water District was not ready for consideration at this time.
Mr. Mitchell spoke regarding the Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with the Terrebonne Parish Council for housing juvenile detainees in the event of a disaster. Motion offered by Mr. Caldwell, seconded by Dr. Reddix to approve the agreement and authorize the president to sign. Motion passed without opposition.
Mr. Mitchell spoke regarding the purchase offer on a tract of 10 +/- acres in the West Ouachita Industrial Park, which is located south of the railroad track. He noted that the potential buyer intended to remove dirt from the property. No action was taken on the matter due to a lack of a motion.
Mr. Mitchell spoke regarding the LA DEQ annual water maintenance fee for West Ouachita Sewer District #16. Mr. Mitchell noted that the cost to the district would be 64 cents a month to each household.
The president recognized Mr. Murray, Director of Public Works.
PUBLIC WORKS: Mr. John Tom Murray, Director
Mr. Murray spoke regarding the termination of Justin Kelley and recommended approval of the action. Motion offered by Mr. Jackson, seconded by Mr. Calhoun to approve the termination of Justin Kelley. Motion passed without opposition.
Mr. Murray spoke regarding the donation of 100 hours of sick leave from Raymond Hoggatt to Carolyn Thomas and recommended approval. Motion offered by Dr. Reddix, seconded by Mr. Jackson to approve the recommendation. Motion passed without opposition.
Mr. Murray spoke regarding surplus equipment located in his department. Mr. Murray asked that the items be declared surplus and sold at auction. Motion offered by Mr. Caldwell, seconded by Mr. Jackson to declare the items listed as surplus, and authorize their sale at public auction on October 8th. Motion passed without opposition. The items subject to this motion are as follows:
SURPLUS EQUIPMENT
Spectra-Physics Laser Transmitter/Asset #7352/Serial #12016
Spectra-Physics Laser Transmitter/Asset #13703/Serial #15236
Panasonic Video Recorder/Asset #3752
Tiger boom mower attachment/Serial #1934
Asphalt Paver/Milling Machine/Asset #8316/Serial #1200-154X
Mr. Murray spoke regarding the final subdivision approval for Indian Hills Manufactured Home Subdivision, Unit 2 located in District B, and recommended approval. Motion offered by Mr. Calhoun, seconded by Mr. Jackson to approve the subdivision as recommended with comments from the parish engineer and public works. Motion passed without opposition.
The president recognized Mr. Holtzclaw, Engineer.
ROADS & DRAINAGE: Mr. Tom Holtzclaw, Engineer
Mr. Holtzclaw spoke briefly regarding the ARRA Projects on Dellwood Drive and Hadley Street. Mr. Holtzclaw stated that both projects were on target and should be completed soon. A brief discussion ensued regarding the bridge on Hadley Street. Mr. Mitchell stated that all of the right of ways had not been acquired. No other action was taken on this matter.
Mr. Holtzclaw stated that the matter regarding the final payment application for Cheniere Lake Area 3 Bathrooms would be deferred to the next meeting of the jury. Mr. Holtzclaw stated that he needed to meet with Mr. Hoggatt before presenting the final payment application. No other action was taken on the matter.
OTHER BUSINESS:
Mr. Mitchell informed Ms. Moore and Dr. Reddix that Greater Ouachita would be performing smoke tests in the Southeast Sewerage District.
Deputy Heckford stated that the Household Hazard Materials pickup would be held on October 2, 2010.
Ms. Bennett informed the jury that her office would be moving to a new location due to the owner selling the building.
There being no other business to come before the jury, a motion to adjourn was offered by Mr. Calhoun, seconded unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 8:13 p.m.
A D J O U R N!
Shane Smiley, President
Deborah H. Sewell, Recording Secretary
Adopted 10/4/10
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NOTICE
I, Ashley Brooke Deramus, have been convicted of 14:81 Indecent Behavior with a Juvenile in Fourth Judicial District Court, Ouachita Parish. My address is 193 Wildlife Lane Calhoun, LA 71225.

Race: White
Sex: Female
DOB: 8/12/1987
Height: 5'3"
Weight: 139
Hair Color: Blonde
Eye Color: Blue
Scars, tattoos, other identifying marks: Tattoo-right groin-butterfly

Monroe, LA
10/28,11/4
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NOTICE
I, James Daniel Lipscomb, have been convicted of 14:81:2 Molestation of a Juvenile in 28th Judicial District Court, LaSalle Parish. My address is 281 Rocky Lane, Calhoun, LA 71225.

Race: White
Sex: Male
DOB: 11/3/1976
Height: 5'10"
Weight: 205
Hair Color: Brown
Eye Color: Hazel
Scars, tattoos, other identifying marks: Scar-left hand-2 in cut. Tattoo-right bicep-tribal band with feather. Tattoo-upper arm-heart with rose above. Tattoo-left bicep-tribal band

Monroe, LA
10/28,11/4
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NOTICE
I, Derrick Lashawn Mitchell, have been convicted of 14:43:1 Attempted Sexual Battery in Fourth Judicial District Court-Ouachita Parish. My address is 107 Dellwood Drive, Monroe LA 71202.

Race: Black
Sex: Male
DOB: 4/4/1979
Height: 5'9"
Weight: 230
Hair Color: Black
Eye Color: Brown
Scars, tattoos, other identifying marks: Tattoo-right arm-pit bulldog, skull face, "ERIC", "ONE" Left arm-cross, praying hands, "LUV"

Monroe, LA
10/28,11/4
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NOTICE
I, James Latrone Mason, have been convicted of 3rd Degree Sexual Assault in Arapahoe County, Colorado. My address is 3002 Cypress St. Lot 15, West Monroe, LA 71292.

Race: Black
Sex: Male
DOB: 8/3/1980
Height: 5'9"
Weight: 170
Hair Color: Black
Eye Color: Brown
Scars, tattoos, other identifying marks: Tattoo-right arm-cross, "MOB"

Monroe, LA
10/28,11/4
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NOTICE
I, Joe Robert Brode, have been convicted of 2 counts, Assault of a Child in Harris County, Texas. My address is 1525 Bennie Breece St., West Monroe, LA 71292.

Race: White
Sex: Male
DOB: 3/8/1976
Height: 5'11"
Weight: 155
Hair Color: Brown
Eye Color: Hazel
Scars, tattoos, other identifying marks: Scar on chest, burns. Tattoo-right arm-eagle, sun. Tattoo-left arm-bull, gecko, Texas map.

Monroe, LA
10/28,11/4
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NOTICE
I, Marvin C. Middleton, have been convicted of 14:81 Indecent Behavior with a Juvenile in Fourth Judicial District Court, Ouachita Parish. My address is 200 Rogers Ave. Sterlington, LA 71280.

Race: White
Sex: Male
DOB: 11/2/1966
Height: 5'5"
Weight: 160
Hair Color: Brown
Eye Color: Blue
Scars, tattoos, other identifying marks: Tattoo-right arm-faces. Tattoo-left arm-heart/dagger.

Monroe, LA
10/28,11/4
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