PROCEEDINGS OF THE POLICE JURY, PARISH OF OUACHITA, STATE OF LOUISIANA, TAKEN AT A REGULAR MEETING HELD ON, MONDAY, DECEMBER 18, 2023 AT 5:28 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, Police Jury Administrative Building, Monroe, Louisiana on Monday, December 18, 2023, at 5:28 p.m., and was duly convened by Mr. Shane Smiley, President.
Mr. Hudson gave the invocation and led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Members Present (6)
Scotty Robinson District A
Jack Clampit District B
Larry Bratton District C
Michael Thompson District D
Shane Smiley District E
Lonnie Hudson District F
Members Absent (0)
APPROVAL OF AGENDA:
The president asked if there were any additions or amendments to the agenda. Mr. Mitchell asked to add two alcohol renewal applications to the agenda. These were received after the agenda was published and action was needed before the next meeting of the Jury. Motion offered by Mr. Thompson, seconded by Mr. Clampit to approve the agenda as amended. Motion passed without opposition.
PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD:
The president asked for public comments concerning any matters on the approved agenda. No one appeared or came forth to speak during this time.
ADOPTION OF MINUTES:
A motion to adopt the minutes of the regular Police Jury meeting including the committee meetings held on December 4, 2023 and the minutes of the Finance Committee meetings held on November 6, 2023 and November 27, 2023 was offered by Mr. Clampit, seconded by Mr. Hudson. Motion passed with Mr. Robinson abstaining.
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
The president convened a public hearing on Ordinance No. 9475 An Ordinance to authorize an Act of Sale by the Parish of Ouachita to sell certain adjudicated properties (Parcels 59550, 38764, 57023, 69898, 39492, 103914 & 85045) by public auction; and, further providing with respect thereto. No one appeared to speak in favor of or against the ordinance. Mr. Mitchell asked to remove parcel 39492 since the structure had burned. Motion offered by Mr. Thompson, seconded by Mr. Clampit to close the public hearing. Motion passed without opposition.
The president convened a public hearing on Ordinance No. 9476 An Ordinance amending Ordinance No. 9441 annual operating budget for general fund, special revenue funds, debt service funds, and capital projects funds for the year, 2023. No one appeared to speak in favor of or against the ordinance. Motion offered by Mr. Hudson, seconded by Mr. Robinson to close the public hearing. Motion passed without opposition.
The president convened a public hearing on Ordinance No. 9477 An Ordinance adopting operating budgets of revenue and expenditures for the fiscal year beginning January 1, 2024 and ending December 31, 2024, for general fund, special revenue funds, debt service funds, and capital projects funds. No one appeared to speak in favor of or against the ordinance. Motion offered by Mr. Clampit, seconded by Mr. Thompson to close the public hearing. Motion passed without opposition.
VISITORS:
The president recognized Melissa Saye with the Children s Museum. Ms. Saye thanked the Jury for their support of the new museum.
The president recognized Sheila Kay Downhour with Ouachita Green. Ms. Downhour thanked the Jury for their support for Ouachita Green and gave an update on recent events.
ENGINEERING REPORT:
The president recognized Mr. Crosby, Engineer. Mr. Crosby asked to defer Old Natchitoches Road to the next agenda.
Mr. Crosby recommended approval of the substantial completion of the Shady Lane drainage project. Motion offered by Mr. Hudson, seconded by Mr. Bratton to accept the substantial completion. Motion passed without opposition.
Mr. Crosby recommended approval of the substantial completion of the Chadwick Drive project. Motion offered by Mr. Thompson, seconded by Mr. Clampit to accept the substantial completion. Motion passed without opposition.
Mr. Crosby presented Change Order No. 1 for Ed Edelen Road and recommended approval. Motion offered by Mr. Thompson, seconded by Mr. Hudson to approve Change Order No. 1. Motion passed without opposition.
Mr. Crosby presented Change Order No. 5 for Stubbs Vinson Road and recommended approval. Motion offered by Mr. Thompson, seconded by Mr. Hudson to approve Change Order No. 5. Motion passed without opposition.
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Motion offered by Mr. Hudson, seconded by Mr. Bratton to recess the regular meeting in favor of the Finance Committee meeting. Motion passed without opposition.
FINANCE COMMITTEE MEETING
The president called the Finance Committee meeting to order at 5:58 p.m.
The president recognized Mr. Cammack, Treasurer. Mr. Cammack presented the claim statement for the period of November 22, 2023 through December 14, 2023 and recommended approval. Motion offered by Mr. Thompson, seconded by Mr. Hudson to approve payment of the claims for the period stated as recommended by the treasurer. Motion passed without opposition.
Mr. Cammack presented budget versus actual statements to the Jury. No action was needed.
Mr. Cammack presented the credit/debit card receipt policy and requested approval. Motion offered by Mr. Bratton, seconded by Mr. Hudson to approve the credit/debit card receipt policy. Motion passed without opposition.
There being no further business to come before this committee, a motion to adjourn and reconvene the regular meeting was offered by Mr. Smiley, seconded by Mr. Clampit. Motion passed without opposition. The finance committee meeting was adjourned at 5:59 p.m.
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The president reconvened the regular Police Jury meeting.
Motion offered by Mr. Clampit, seconded by Mr. Bratton to ratify and adopt all actions taken in the committee meeting. Motion passed without opposition.
MOTIONS * ORDINANCES * RESOLUTIONS:
The president recognized Mr. Robinson, District A.
MR. SCOTTY ROBINSON, DISTRICT A:
Motion offered by Mr. Robinson, seconded by Mr. Thompson to create an assistant parish attorney position and to authorize staff to draft a job description. Motion passed without opposition.
Mr. Robinson, seconded by Mr. Hudson offered the following resolution for adoption.
RESOLUTION NO. 23-61
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF A CERTIFICATE OF SUBSTANTIAL COMPLETION FOR THE WALL WILLIAMS PROJECT (STATE PROJECT NO. H.013804); AND, FURTHER PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO.
WHEREAS, the Parish Engineer has advised that the Wall Williams project (State Project No. H.013804) has reached substantial completion;
NOW, THEREFORE:
BE IT RESOLVED that the Ouachita Parish Police Jury does hereby authorize the President to execute a Certificate of Substantial Completion for the Wall Williams project and to take such other actions as are necessary in connection therewith.
The above resolution was adopted the 18th day of December, 2023.
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Mr. Robinson, seconded by Mr. Thompson offered the following ordinance for adoption.
ORDINANCE NO. 9476
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 9441 ANNUAL OPERATING BUDGET FOR GENERAL FUND, SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS, DEBT SERVICE FUNDS, AND CAPITAL PROJECTS FUNDS FOR THE YEAR, 2023.
BE IT ORDAINED by the Police Jury of the Parish of Ouachita, convened in regular session on the 18th day of December, 2023 that:
SECTION ONE: The following detailed estimate of revenues and expenditures for the fiscal year beginning January 1, 2023 and ending December 31, 2023, be and the same is hereby amended for the Police Jury General Fund and Special Revenue Funds during said period.
2023
2023
2023
2023
2023
SPECIAL
DEBT
CAPITAL
AMENDED
GENERAL
REVENUE
SERVICE
PROJECTS
CONSOLIDATED
FUND
FUNDS
FUNDS
FUNDS
BUDGET
REVENUES
$10,225,394
$112,319,477
$9,214,600
$1,672,232
$133,431,703
EXPENDITURES:
General Government:
Legislative
457,424
0
0
0
457,424
Judicial
4,342,674
4,942,253
0
0
9,284,927
Elections
270,975
0
0
0
270,975
Finance & Admin
850,039
2,134,118
1,616,444
124,744
4,725,345
Other Gen Government
1,399,655
0
0
0
1,399,655
Total General Government
7,320,767
7,076,371
1,616,444
124,744
16,138,326
Public Safety
64,550
45,861,017
0
0
45,925,567
Public Works
276,503
7,741,698
0
50,000
8,068,201
Health and Welfare
19,500
6,138,424
0
0
6,157,924
Culture and Recreation
170,495
8,320,202
0
0
8,490,697
Economic Development
468,901
10,288,386
0
0
10,757,287
Capital Outlay
1,450,652
16,213,049
0
7,812,508
25,476,209
Total Expenditures
9,771,368
101,639,147
1,616,444
7,987,252
121,014,211
EXCESS (Deficiency) OF REVENUE OVER
EXPENDITURES
454,026
10,680,330
7,598,156
(6,315,020)
12,417,492
OTHER FINANCING SOURCES:
Proceeds from Long-term Debt
0
0
0
0
0
Sale of assets
185,000
79,850
0
0
264,850
Operating transfers in
3,288,922
3,512,482
0
13,456,950
20,258,354
Operating transfers out
(2,376,567)
(10,024,837)
(6,600,000)
(1,256,950)
(20,258,354)
Total Other Financing Sources (Uses)
1,097,355
(6,432,505)
(6,600,000)
12,200,000
264,850
EXCESS (Deficiency) OF REVENUES
AND OTHER FINANCING SOURCES
OVER EXPENDITURES AND OTHER USES
1,551,381
4,247,825
998,156
5,884,980
12,682,342
FUND BALANCE AT BEGINNING OF YEAR
13,801,744
131,471,825
2,105,268
34,974,050
182,352,887
FUND BALANCE AT END OF YEAR
$15,353,125
$135,719,650
$3,103,424
$40,859,030
$195,035,229
In all other respects Ordinance No. 9441 shall remain the same.
The above ordinance was introduced the 4th day of December, 2023.
The ordinance was submitted to a roll call vote, and the vote thereon was as follows:
YEAS: (6) Mr. Scotty Robinson, District A; Mr. Jack Clampit, District B;
Mr. Larry Bratton, District C; Mr. Michael Thompson, District D; Mr. Shane Smiley, District E; and Mr. Lonnie Hudson, District F.
NAYS: (0)
ABSTAIN: (0)
ABSENT: (0)
The above ordinance was adopted on the 18th day of December, 2023.
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Mr. Robinson, seconded by Mr. Thompson offered the following ordinance for adoption.
ORDINANCE NO. 9477
AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING OPERATING BUDGETS OF REVENUE AND EXPENDITURES FOR THE FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING JANUARY 1, 2024 AND ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2024, FOR GENERAL FUND, SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS, DEBT SERVICE FUNDS, AND CAPITAL PROJECTS FUNDS.
BE IT ORDAINED by the Police Jury of the Parish of Ouachita, convened in regular session on the 18th day of December, 2023, that:
SECTION ONE: The following detailed estimate of revenues and expenditures for the fiscal year beginning January 1, 2024 and ending December 31, 2024, be and the same is hereby adopted to serve as Operating Budgets of Revenues and Expenditures for the Police Jury Governmental Funds during said period.
2024
2024
2024
2024
2024
SPECIAL
DEBT
CAPITAL
PROPOSED
GENERAL
REVENUE
SERVICE
PROJECTS
CONSOLIDATED
FUND
FUNDS
FUNDS
FUNDS
BUDGET
REVENUES
$10,060,021
$108,264,377
$8,845,725
$15,266,326
$142,436,449
EXPENDITURES:
General Government:
Legislative
357,518
0
0
0
357,518
Judicial
4,157,175
5,054,426
0
0
9,211,601
Elections
206,040
0
0
0
206,040
Finance & Admin
997,980
2,672,131
2,548,432
107,239
6,325,782
Other Gen Government
1,331,500
0
0
0
1,331,500
Total General Government
7,050,213
7,726,557
2,548,432
107,239
17,432,441
Public Safety
63,600
49,174,388
0
0
49,237,988
Public Works
136,705
11,860,732
0
50,000
12,047,437
Health and Welfare
10,000
8,998,390
0
0
9,008,390
Culture and Recreation
271,395
9,735,058
0
0
10,006,453
Economic Development
326,710
9,452,564
0
0
9,779,274
Capital Outlay
2,428,800
21,001,073
0
52,438,843
75,868,716
Total Expenditures
10,287,423
117,948,762
2,548,432
52,596,082
183,380,699
EXCESS (Deficiency) OF REVENUE OVER
EXPENDITURES
(227,402)
(9,684,385)
6,297,293
(37,329,756)
(40,944,250)
OTHER FINANCING SOURCES:
Proceeds from Long-term Debt
0
0
0
3,500,000
3,500,000
Sale of assets
0
95,975
0
0
95,975
Operating transfers in
1,041,200
3,647,922
0
8,300,000
12,989,122
Operating transfers out
(1,073,197)
(5,130,000)
(6,250,000)
(535,925)
(12,989,122)
Total Other Financing Sources (Uses)
(31,997)
(1,386,103)
(6,250,000)
11,264,075
3,595,975
EXCESS (Deficiency) OF REVENUES
AND OTHER FINANCING SOURCES
OVER EXPENDITURES AND OTHER USES
(259,399)
(11,070,488)
47,293
(26,065,681)
(37,348,275)
FUND BALANCE AT BEGINNING OF YEAR
15,353,125
135,719,650
3,103,424
40,859,030
195,035,229
FUND BALANCE AT END OF YEAR
$15,093,726
$124,649,162
$3,150,717
$14,793,349
$157,686,954
SECTION TWO: The adoption of this Operating Budget expenditures be and the same is hereby declared to operate as an appropriation of the amount therein set forth within the terms of the budget classifications.
SECTION THREE: Amounts are available for expenditures only to the extent included within the 2024 budgets.
BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that the Treasurer for the Ouachita Parish Police Jury, be and hereby is authorized and empowered to make line item changes within each Budget classification without approval by the Ouachita Parish Police Jury, as long as such line item changes do not increase the total amount of budgeted expenditures within a departmental classification. Any amendment of the Budgets which would increase departmental classifications in excess of the total amount budgeted for expenditures shall be reserved solely to the Ouachita Parish Police Jury.
The above ordinance was introduced the 4th day of December, 2023.
The ordinance was submitted to a roll call vote, and the vote thereon was as follows:
YEAS: (6) Mr. Scotty Robinson, District A; Mr. Jack Clampit, District B;
Mr. Larry Bratton, District C; Mr. Michael Thompson, District D; Mr. Shane Smiley, District E; and Mr. Lonnie Hudson, District F.
NAYS: (0)
ABSTAIN: (0)
ABSENT: (0)
The above ordinance was adopted on the 18th day of December, 2023.
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The president recognized Mr. Clampit, District B.
MR. JACK CLAMPIT, DISTRICT B:
Motion offered by Mr. Clampit, seconded by Mr. Thompson approve Tom Malmay to look into grant opportunities for improvement of the Cheniere Lake fishery. Motion passed without opposition.
Mr. Clampit, seconded by Mr. Robinson offered the following resolution for adoption.
RESOLUTION NO. 23-64
A RESOLUTION REQUESTING THAT KANSAS CITY SOUTHERN RAILROAD INSTALL SIGNALS AND GATES AT THE RAIL CROSSING OF CHENIERE BAPTIST CHURCH ROAD; AND, FURTHER PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO
WHEREAS, Cheniere Baptist Church Road cannot be closed as it provides the only means of ingress and egress to Cheniere Baptist Church and to homes, a business and properties to the east of said church;
WHEREAS, evaluation and analysis has shown that extending Cheniere Baptist Church road to the west along the north side of the Kansas City Southern Railroad to connect with Cheniere Station Road is not feasible due to the cost of constructing such an extension, which would require significant embankment and culverts/bridge to cross a wetland and bridge;
WHEREAS, there exists no reasonable option for closing the crossing of Cheniere Baptist Church Road over the Kansas City Southern Railroad; and,
WHEREAS, the installation of lighted signals and gates at said crossing appears to be the most reasonable safety improvement available for that crossing;
NOW, THEREFORE:
BE IT RESOLVED that the Ouachita Parish Police Jury requests that Kansas City Southern Railroad proceed with all due haste to install lighted signals and gates at the railroad crossing of Cheniere Baptist Church Road;
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this resolution be forwarded to the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development as a request for any and all assistance that the State of Louisiana can provide in obtaining lighted signals and gates at the railroad crossing of Cheniere Baptist Church Road; and,
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that in conjunction with this request the Ouachita Parish Police Jury will install and/or maintain appropriate pavement markings and advance warning signs at said railroad crossing.
The above resolution adopted on this 18th day of December, 2023.
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Motion offered by Mr. Clampit, seconded by Mr. Robinson to authorize Land 3 Architect to begin working on plans for two shelters to be built at Cheniere Lake Area 3. Motion passed without opposition.
The president recognized Mr. Bratton, District C.
MR. LARRY BRATTON, DISTRICT C:
Mr. Bratton, seconded by Mr. Robinson offered the following resolution for adoption.
RESOLUTION NO. 23-63
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING A THREE PERCENT (3%) COST-OF-LIVING AND OTHER PAY INCREASES FOR OUACHITA PARISH POLICE JURY EMPLOYEES; AND, FURTHER PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO.
WHEREAS, when finances allow, the OPPJ desires that the effective pay of OPPJ employees continues to at least keep pace with inflation;
WHEREAS, the past two years have brought rates of inflation not seen in decades; and,
WHEREAS, while the OPPJ cannot provide a pay increase to match the present rate of inflation it nonetheless recognizes the benefit of providing a general pay increase to help off-set the increasing cost-of-living;
NOW, THEREFORE:
BE IT RESOLVED by the OPPJ in legal and regular session that, except as set forth below, a three percent (3%) cost-of-living pay increase be implemented for those employees whose rate of pay is determined by the OPPJ, effective at the commencement of the pay period beginning December 25, 2023;
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED by the OPPJ in legal and regular session that, except as set forth below, a three percent (3%) cost-of-living pay increase be implemented for the Registrar of Voters employees whose rate of pay is determined by the OPPJ, effective at the commencement of the pay period beginning December 25, 2023;
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED by the OPPJ in legal and regular session that the Justices of the Peace and the Constables pay as is determined by the OPPJ be increased by fifty dollars ($50.00) per month, effective at the commencement of the pay period beginning December 25, 2023;
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED by the OPPJ in legal and regular session that a three percent (3%) annual pay increase for OPFD employees shall be implemented, effective at the commencement of the pay period beginning December 25, 2023, said increase being intended to satisfy the mandate of La. R.S. 33:1992(B) requiring an annual two percent (2%) pay increase for each member of the Fire Department;
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that with respect to those employees whose rate of pay is determined by a separate governing authority, namely employees of the Ouachita Parish Public Library and the Ouachita Parish Mosquito Abatement District, the rate and effective date of any cost-of-living increase or other pay adjustment shall be as determined by their respective governing authorities;
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that neither the cost-of-living increase nor any other additional increase set forth above shall be afforded to any employee with a rate of pay determined by the Ouachita Parish Police Jury who has been granted a pay increase for the same position within 180 days prior to December 31, 2023, or a pay increase as a result of a promotion or change of position within the said 180 day period, or newly hired within the last 180 days, provided however that this provision shall not apply to employees expressly exempted from this limitation at the time the OPPJ approved their pay increase, promotion or change of position. However, this limitation shall not apply to employees of Ouachita Parish Fire Protection District No. 1 as their compensation is generally governed by state law and the current Working Agreement.
The above resolution was adopted on the 18th day December 2023.
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Mr. Bratton gave an update on broadband.
The president recognized Mr. Thompson, District D.
MR. MICHAEL THOMPSON, DISTRICT D:
Mr. Thompson stated that he did not have any items.
MR. SHANE SMILEY, DISTRICT E:
Motion offered by Mr. Smiley, seconded by Mr. Clampit to approve the Save on Specialty Prescription program. Motion passed without opposition.
Mr. Smiley presented changes to Section 5.5 of the Police Jury personnel manual regarding retiree health insurance benefits. The revised Section 5.5 is detailed below. Motion offered by Mr. Smiley, second by Mr. Bratton to adopt changes to retiree health insurance benefits and revise Section 5.5 of the personnel manual to reflect the changes.
SECTION 5.5 — PAYROLL DEDUCTIONS
C. Hospitalization Insurance: All full-time employees, spouses without access to health coverage through an employer, and their dependent children, all employees who have retired from employment after January 1, 1987, spouses without access to health coverage through an employer, and their dependent children, are eligible for coverage under the parish group hospitalization insurance program. To obtain coverage each employee must meet the requirements set forth by the insurer. Employees are not required to participate in the group insurance plan, which shall be administered by the Human Resources Department. The Police Jury shall contribute a fixed percentage of the premium for all full-time employees and all retired employees who retire after January 1, 1987, until said retired employee reaches the earlier of the age of sixty-five (65) or eligible for Medicare. Retired employee s spouse, without access to health coverage through an employer, can continue to be eligible for coverage until the earlier of the age of sixty-five (65) or eligible for Medicare and dependents will continue to be eligible for coverage as applicable to the terms of the insurance under contract.
For employees retiring on or after January 1, 2024 the following Years of Service provisions apply:
30 YEARS OF SERVICE The Police Jury percentage for the employee and eligible spouse will be the fixed percentage of the current employer rate. The Police Jury percentage for dependent children will be 0% of the dependent child premium.
25 YEARS OF SERVICE – The Police Jury percentage for the employee will be the fixed percentage of the current employer rate. The Police Jury percentage for an eligible spouse will be at 50% of the spousal premium. The Police Jury percentage for dependent children will be 0% of the dependent child premium.
20 YEARS OF SERVICE – The Police Jury percentage for the employee will be 50% of the current health insurance total premium. The Police Jury percentage for an eligible spouse and dependent children will be at 0% of the spousal and/or dependent child premium.
15 YEARS OF SERVICE – The Police Jury percentage for the employee will be 25% of the current health insurance total premium. The Police Jury percentage for an eligible spouse and dependent children will be at 0% of the spousal and/or dependent child premium.
10 YEARS OF SERVICE – The Police Jury percentage for the employee, spouse, and dependent children will be 0% of the current health insurance total premium.
This Retiree Years of Service provision will not apply to: (1) any employee that is currently participating in the Deferred Retirement Opportunity Program (DROP) (2) has completed DROP and continued working (3) any employee that is within 3 years of their retirement eligibility as of January 1, 2024.
The spouse of an employee, or a retired employee after November 6, 2023, that has access to health coverage through another employer is ineligible for OPPJ Health Coverage. A spouse of a retiree, that was married to the employee prior to retirement, and was previously ineligible for OPPJ Health Coverage and loses employer health coverage, can be added to a retiree health policy, subject to the Years of Service Provision above.
Mr. Smiley, seconded by Mr. Robinson offered the following ordinance for adoption.
ORDINANCE NO. 9475
AN ORDINANCE TO AUTHORIZE AN ACT OF SALE BY THE PARISH OF OUACHITA TO SELL CERTAIN ADJUDICATED PROPERTIES (PARCELS 59550, 38764, 57023, 69898, 103914 & 85045) BY PUBLIC AUCTION; AND, FURTHER PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO.
WHEREAS, the immovable properties described below were adjudicated to the Parish of Ouachita, for nonpayment of taxes; and purchased at a public auction by high bidder:
1. PARCEL# 59550: LOTS TWELVE (12), BLOCK SEVEN (7), BRYANT S SOUTH HIGHLAND SUBDIVISION, MONROE LOUISIANA, AS PER PLAT IN PLAT BOOK 1, PAG 36, RECORDS OF OUACHTIA PARISH, LOUISIANA; MUNICIPAL ADDRESS: 715 FORD STREET , MONROE, LA, ADJUDICATED ON 6/30/2020
Purchaser: Carolyn Goodin Bid: $14,600.00 Auction Date: December 5, 2023
2. PARCEL# 38764: LOTS 14 & 15 SQUARE 78 OUACHITA COTTON MILLS 2ND ADDITION, MONROE LOUISIANA; MUNICIPAL ADDRESS: 1601 S 4TH STREET , MONROE, LA, ADJUDICATED ON 7/15/2020
Purchaser: Carolyn Goodin Bid: $7,100.00 Auction Date: December 5, 2023
3. PARCEL# 57023: LOT 4 SQ 5 FAULKS ADDITION; MUNICIPAL ADDRESS: 1607 STREET, MONROE, LA, ADJUDICATED ON 7/15/2020
Purchaser: Erica Brown Bid: $14,100.00 Auction Date: December 5, 2023
4. PARCEL# 69898: LOT 2 SQUARE 83 LEE AVENUE ADDIITON; MUNICIPAL ADDRESS: 3103 LEE AVENUE,, MONROE, LA, ADJUDICATED ON 6/30/2020
Purchaser: Markeitha James Bid: $10,000.00 Auction Date: December 5, 2023
5. PARCEL# 103914: 90% INTEREST IN LOT IN SW SEC 36 T16N R2E COMMENCING AT SW CORNER OF HUGH WARD S PROPERTY, SW 60 FT TO POINT OF BEG, SE 109 FT ALONG SO R/W LINE RED CUT RD, SW 200 FT SE 100 FT, SW 308.6 FT, NW 209 FT TO E R/W LINE LA. HWY 557, N 92 FT TO BEG LESS LOT BK 1315-249 (10% INT. R#85045; MUNICIPAL ADDRESS: 4719 HIGHWAY 557, WEST MONROE, LA, ADJUDICATED ON 6/30/2020
Purchaser: Luna Spring Market, LLC Bid: $8,522.00 Auction Date: December 5, 2023
6. PARCEL# 85045: 10% INTEREST IN: LOT IN SW4 SEC 36 T16N R2E COMMENCING AT SW COR OF HUGH WARDS PROPERTY, SW 60 FT TO POINT OF BEG, SE 109 FT ALONG SO R/W LINE RED CUT RD, SW 200 FT, SE 100 FT, SW 308.6 FT, NW 209 FT TO E R/W PINE BLUFF RD, NO ALONG SAID RD 420 FT TO PT OF INTERSECTION OF E R/W LINE LA HWY 557, NO 92 FT TO BEG, LESS LOT BK 1315-249 – (90% INT SEE R#103914); MUNICIPAL ADDRESS: 4719 HWY 557, WEST MONROE, LA, ADJUDICATED ON 6/24/2015
Purchaser: Luna Spring Market, LLC Bid: $700.00 Auction Date: December 5, 2023
WHEREAS, the redemption period provided by Art. 7, 25 of the Louisiana Constitution has elapsed, established by Parish Ordinance No: 9016 and 9037 and the owner of record has failed to redeem the adjudicated property; and
WHEREAS, LA R.S. 47: 2202 et seq. provides that the Parish may sell adjudicated property in accordance with law after the expiration of the period for redemption; and
WHEREAS, the Parish of Ouachita has declared the property described above surplus and not needed for a public purpose and to dispose of said property in accordance with LA R.S. 47:2202, et seq.; and
WHEREAS, in accordance with L.A. R.S. 47:2202 the Parish of Ouachita has set a minimum bid for public sale for each property and
WHEREAS, the Parish offered these properties to the highest bidder at the time of sale and
WHEREAS, the property described herein above was offered at public auction on listed dates.
NOW BE IT ORDAINED by the Ouachita Parish Police Jury, that any Act of Sale of the above described property shall contain the following conditions and requirements:
1) The properties shall be sold in accordance with LS-R.S. 47:2201 et. seq., without any warranty, from either the Parish or Management Company, whatsoever, even as to the return of the purchase price.
2) The sale shall be on a form approved by the Parish Attorney and that the sales price is paid by certified funds at or near the time of the sale.
3) The sale shall include a reservation of all mineral rights to the Parish, but shall convey all surface rights.
4) The following shall be completed prior to closing of sale:
a. E&P Consulting, LLC shall certify in writing to the Parish Attorney that they have examined the mortgage records, conveyance records, probate and civil suit records of the Parish of Ouachita and that attached to this certification will be a written list of names and last known addresses of all owners, mortgagees, and any other person who may have a vested or contingent interest in the property, or who has filed a request for notice as provided in the former provisions LS-R.S. 33:4720.17(B), as indicated in those records.
b. E&P LLC has provided notice to those persons identified in accordance with LS-R.S. 47:2201 et. seq. Proof of said notice will be filed in the records of Ouachita Parish immediately after the Act of Sale.
c. At the time of closing, the E&P LLC will certify in writing to Parish Attorney and Clerk of Court that the number of days mandated by LS-R.S. 47:2201 et. seq. has elapsed since the above required notice was made or attempted and that the property has not been redeemed by the payment of the taxes owed.
BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED, by the Ouachita Parish Policy Jury, that the Police Jury President is hereby authorized to execute a Cash Sale of the above described adjudicated properties to the highest acceptable bidder as named. The Cash Sale shall contain all of the above conditions and requirements and shall be executed within the timelines specified.
The above ordinance was introduced on the 4th day of December, 2023.
The ordinance was submitted to a roll call vote, and the vote thereon was as follows:
YEAS: (6) Mr. Scotty Robinson, District A; Mr. Jack Clampit, District B;
Mr. Larry Bratton, District C; Mr. Michael Thompson, District D;
Mr. Shane Smiley, District E; and Mr. Lonnie Hudson, District F.
NAYS: (0)
ABSTAIN: (0)
ABSENT: (0)
The above ordinance was adopted on the 18th day of December, 2023.
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Mr. Smiley introduced the following ordinance.
ORDINANCE NO. 9478
AN ORDINANCE TO AUTHORIZE AN ACT OF SALE BY THE PARISH OF OUACHITA TO SELL CERTAIN ADJUDICATED PROPERTIES (PARCELS 20980, 63532, 82072, 18093, 19068, 20769, 47284, & 58168) BY PUBLIC AUCTION; AND, FURTHER PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO.
WHEREAS, the immovable properties described below were adjudicated to the Parish of Ouachita, for nonpayment of taxes; and purchased at a public auction by high bidder:
1. PARCEL# 20980: LOT 11 SQ 3 UNIT 3 CAGE & WATKINS RESUB HAYNES TRACT, MUNICIPAL ADDRESS: 1210 HAYNES STREET, WEST MONROE; ADJUDCIATED TO THE PARISH 6/12/2019
Purchaser: Multiple Bidders Bid: $6,106.06 Auction Date: December 19, 2023
2. PARCEL# 63532: N2 OF LOT 98 OF FILHOIL S 2ND ADDN, FRONTING 100 FT ON BREARD ST. WITH DEPTH 209 FT- LESS LOT 50 FT X 56 FT -LESS LOT 30 FT X 56 FT; MUNICIPAL ADDRESS: 1408 BREARD STREET, MONROE, LA; ADJUDICATED TO THE PARISH ON 06/21/2010
Purchaser: Tiana Williams Bid: $1,708.30 Auction Date: December 19, 2023
3. PARCEL# 82072: EAST 43 FT LOTS 7, 8, & 9 SQ 4 LAYTONS 2ND AND & THAT PART OF ALLEY REVOKED IN BK 1471/667, NO MUNICIPAL ADDRESS, LOCATED ON STONE AVENUE, MONROE, LA: ADJUDICATED TO THE PARISH ON 06/11/2019
Purchaser: Southwinds Holdings, LLC Bid: $813.90 Auction Date: December 19. 2023
4. PARCEL# 18093: LOT IN NW COR LOT 35 HAYNES ADDN OF SE4 OF NE4 AND W2 OF NE4 & SE 4 OF NW4 SEC 16 T17N R3E – LESS PARTS SOLD, MUNICIPAL ADDRESS: 407 ARRANT ROAD,WEST MONROE, LA: ADJUDICATED TO THE PARISH ON 06/30/2020
Purchaser: Danny Wink Bid: $1,258.12 Lot Next Door
5. PARCEL# 19068: LOT 31 SQ UNIT 12 BTW ADDNM MUNICIPAL ADDRESS: 3607 LOUBERTA STREET, MONROE, LA: ADJUDICATED TO THE PARISH ON 06/30/2020
Purchaser: Aramentha Tarvin Lloyd Bid: $1,866.66 Lot Next Door
6. PARCEL# 20769: LOT 9 SQ 4 HONEST JOHNS ADDN TO BROWNVILLE; NO MUNICIPAL ADDRESS: LOCATED ON JOE BILL STREET,WEST MONROE, LA: ADJUDICATED TO THE PARISH ON 06/30/2020
Purchaser: ITL Rentals, LLC Bid: $843.16 Lot Next Door
7. PARCEL# 47284: LOT 3 SQUARE 4 BTW ADDITION; MUNICIPAL ADDRESS: 708 ROGERS STREET, MONROE, LA: ADJUDICATED TO THE PARISH ON 07/01/2013
Purchaser: ITL Rentals, LLC Bid: $1,866.66 Lot Next Door
8. PARCEL# 58168: LOTS 1 & 2 SQ 76 UNIT 13 BTW ADDITION; MUNICIPAL ADDRESS: 3906 HARVEY STREET, MONROE, LA: ADJUDICATED TO THE PARISH ON 06/30/2020
Purchaser: Dwanye Ambrose & Chantel Ambrose Bid: $3,280.12 Lot Next Door
WHEREAS, the redemption period provided by Art. 7, 25 of the Louisiana Constitution has elapsed, established by Parish Ordinance No: 9016 and 9037 and the owner of record has failed to redeem the adjudicated property; and
WHEREAS, LA R.S. 47: 2202 et seq. provides that the Parish may sell adjudicated property in accordance with law after the expiration of the period for redemption; and
WHEREAS, the Parish of Ouachita has declared the property described above surplus and not needed for a public purpose and to dispose of said property in accordance with LA R.S. 47:2202, et seq.; and
WHEREAS, in accordance with L.A. R.S. 47:2202 the Parish of Ouachita has set a minimum bid for public sale for each property and
WHEREAS, the Parish offered these properties to the highest bidder at the time of sale and
WHEREAS, the property described herein above was offered at public auction on listed dates.
NOW BE IT ORDAINED by the Ouachita Parish Police Jury, that any Act of Sale of the above described property shall contain the following conditions and requirements:
1) The properties shall be sold in accordance with LS-R.S. 47:2201 et. seq., without any warranty, from either the Parish or Management Company, whatsoever, even as to the return of the purchase price.
2) The sale shall be on a form approved by the Parish Attorney and that the sales price is paid by certified funds at or near the time of the sale.
3) The sale shall include a reservation of all mineral rights to the Parish, but shall convey all surface rights.
4) The following shall be completed prior to closing of sale:
a. E&P Consulting, LLC shall certify in writing to the Parish Attorney that they have examined the mortgage records, conveyance records, probate and civil suit records of the Parish of Ouachita and that attached to this certification will be a written list of names and last known addresses of all owners, mortgagees, and any other person who may have a vested or contingent interest in the property, or who has filed a request for notice as provided in the former provisions LS-R.S. 33:4720.17(B), as indicated in those records.
b. E&P LLC has provided notice to those persons identified in accordance with LS-R.S. 47:2201 et. seq. Proof of said notice will be filed in the records of Ouachita Parish immediately after the Act of Sale.
c. At the time of closing, the E&P LLC will certify in writing to Parish Attorney and Clerk of Court that the number of days mandated by LS-R.S. 47:2201 et. seq. has elapsed since the above required notice was made or attempted and that the property has not been redeemed by the payment of the taxes owed.
BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED, by the Ouachita Parish Policy Jury, that the Police Jury President is hereby authorized to execute a Cash Sale of the above-described adjudicated properties to the highest acceptable bidder as named. The Cash Sale shall contain all the above conditions and requirements and shall be executed within the timelines specified.
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Mr. Smiley, seconded by Mr. Clampit offered the following resolution for adoption.
RESOLUTION NO. 23-60
A RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE 2023 OUACHITA PARISH MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HAZARD MITIGATION PLAN UPDATE DATED AUGUST 25, 2023; AND, FURTHER PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO.
WHEREAS, the Ouachita Parish Police Jury recognizes the threat that natural hazards pose to people and property within Ouachita Parish, Louisiana;;
WHEREAS, the Ouachita Parish Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness has prepared a multi-hazard mitigation plan, hereby known as the 2023 Ouachita Parish Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan Update (dated August 25, 2023) in accordance with the Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000;
WHEREAS, the 2023 Ouachita Parish Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan Update (dated August 25, 2023) identifies mitigation goals and actions to reduce or eliminate long-term risk to people and property in Ouachita Parish from the impacts of future hazards and disasters; and,
WHEREAS, adoption by the Ouachita Parish Police Jury demonstrates their commitment to the hazard mitigation and achieving the goals outlined in the 2023 Ouachita Parish Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan Update (dated August 25, 2023);
NOW, THEREFORE:
BE IT RESOLVED by the Ouachita Parish Police Jury in legal and regular session that the 2023 Ouachita Parish Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan Update (dated August 25, 2023) be, and is hereby, adopted.
The above resolution adopted on this 18th day of December, 2023.
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Mr. Smiley, seconded by Mr. Clampit offered the following resolution for adoption.
RESOLUTION NO. 23-62
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF A CERTIFICATE OF SUBSTANTIAL COMPLETION FOR THE FINKS HIDE-A-WAY ROAD PROJECT (STATE PROJECT NO. H.013805); AND, FURTHER PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO.
WHEREAS, the Parish Engineer has advised that the Finks Hide-A-Way Road project (State Project No. H.013805) has reached substantial completion;
NOW, THEREFORE:
BE IT RESOLVED that the Ouachita Parish Police Jury does hereby authorize the President to execute a Certificate of Substantial Completion for the Finks Hide-A-Way Road project and to take such other actions as are necessary in connection therewith.
The above resolution was adopted the 18th day of December, 2023.
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The president recognized Mr. Hudson, District F.
MR. LONNIE HUDSON, DISTRICT F:
Motion offered by Mr. Hudson, seconded by Mr. Robinson to approve printing the inactive voter list in the Monroe Free Press if the cost does not exceed $500.00. Motion passed without opposition.
ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS:
The president recognized Mr. Cammack, Treasurer. Mr. Cammack stated that he did not have any items.
The president recognized Chief Hemphill, Fire Department. Chief Hemphill requested approval of the fiber network contract with Conterra Networks. Motion offered by Mr. Hudson, seconded by Mr. Clampit to approve the contract with Conterra Networks. Motion passed without opposition.
The president recognized Mr. Mitchell, Assistant District Attorney. Mr. Mitchell asked for approval to begin taking the steps to purchase property for the new Animal Control/Shelter. Motion offered by Mr. Clampit, seconded by Mr. Robinson to authorize Mr. Mitchell to begin the purchasing process. Motion passed without opposition.
Mr. Mitchell presented the renewals for the 2024 general liability and property insurance coverage and recommended approval. Mr. Mitchell stated that there would be a slight increase in the premiums. Motion offered by Mr. Robinson, seconded by Mr. Clampit to accept the renewals for the 2024 general liability and property insurance coverage. Motion passed without opposition.
Mr. Mitchell presented the 2024 worker compensation administration contract with Louisiana Agricultural Corporation LLC and recommended approval. Motion offered by Mr. Bratton, seconded by Mr. Robinson to approve the renewal for the 2024 worker compensation administration contract. Motion passed without opposition.
Mr. Hudson, seconded by Mr. Clampit offered the following resolution for adoption.
RESOLUTION NO. 23-65
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AN AMENDMENT TO THE WORKING AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE OUACHITA PARISH POLICE JURY AND THE OUACHITA PARISH FIREFIGHTERS ASSOCIATION LOCAL 1694 ( WORKING AGREEMENT ) TO PROVIDE FOR AN INCREASE TO THE BASE PAY; AND, FURTHER PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO.
WHEREAS, the Ouachita Parish Police Jury ( OPPJ ), acting in its statutory capacity as the Board of Commissioners of Fire Protection District No. 1 of Ouachita Parish has determined that an increase in the compensation paid to certain employees of said District is in order; and,
WHEREAS, the OPPJ desires to authorize an amendment to the Working Agreement and/or such other actions are reasonable and necessary to implement such an increase;
NOW, THEREFORE:
BE IT RESOLVED by the OPPJ in legal and regular session that the minimum monthly salary of a fireman as set forth in Section XV(1) of the Working Agreement be increased by $100.00/month, from its present level of $2,250.00/month to $2,350.00/month;
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the pay increase set forth above shall become effective upon the commencement of the first pay period following the Ouachita Parish Firefighters Association s approval of an amendment to the Working Agreement adopting the increase set forth above; and.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the President of the Ouachita Parish Police Jury be, and hereby is, authorized to execute an amendment to the Working Agreement, and such other documents as are reasonable and necessary, to give effect to this Resolution.
The above resolution was adopted the 18th day of December, 2023.
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The president recognized Mr. Murray, Public Works. Mr. Murray requested approval of the 2024 beaver and feral swine contracts. Motion offered by Mr. Hudson, seconded by Mr. Clampit to approve the contracts. Motion passed without opposition.
Mr. Murray presented the bid results for the 2024 various materials and recommended the following:
Aggregates: Contract A Granite
Group A R.E. Bentz, Inc.
Group B No Bid
Group C R.E. Bentz, Inc.
Contract B Limestone
Group A Terrel River Services, Inc.
Group B Terrel River Services, Inc.
Group C Terrel River Services, Inc.
Asphalt: Ergon Asphalt & Emulsions Inc.
Asphaltic Concrete: Contract A D & J Construction Co., LLC
Contract B Diamond B Construction Co., LLC
Batteries: Motor Parts Service (via state contract)
Bridge Timbers: Group A Gordon Redd Lumber Co, Inc.
Group B Gordon Redd Lumber Co, Inc.
Group C No bid
Group D No bid
Culverts: Group A Coburns Supply
Group B Coburns Supply
Group C Coburns Supply
Fill Dirt: Contract A West No bid
Contract B East The Ashely Company Dirt Contractor, LLC
Filters: Motor Parts Service (via state contract)
Lubrication Oil: Lott Oil Co.
Sign and Sign Posts: Contract A Vulcan, Inc.
Contract B Vulcan, Inc.
Motion offered by Mr. Robinson, seconded by Mr. Clampit to accept the bids as recommended. Motion passed without opposition.
The president recognized Mrs. Smith, Human Resources. Mrs. Smith stated that Mr. Smart, Green Oaks, requested to hire Courtney Robinson as social service counselor. Motion offered by Mr. Hudson, seconded by Mr. Robinson to hire Courtney Robinson. Motion passed without opposition.
The president recognized Mr. Gabb, 911 Office. Mr. Gabb requested to hire Katherine Strong as Emergency Call Specialist I. Motion offered by Mr. Robinson, seconded by Mr. Clampit to hire Katherine Strong. Motion passed without opposition.
BEER AND WHISKEY APPLICATIONS:
Mr. Mitchell spoke regarding the following beer and whiskey applications and recommended approval. Motion offered by Mr. Robinson, seconded by Mr. Clampit to approve the applications as recommended. Motion passed without opposition.
REDMOND, TERESA FAMILY DOLLAR STORES OF LOUISIANA LLC, DBA FAMILY DOLLAR STORE #20835, 117 SMITH STREET, WEST MONROE, LA 71292, RETAIL BEER CLASS B , 2024 NEW
REDMOND, TERESA FAMILY DOLLAR STORES OF LOUISIANA LLC, DBA FAMILY DOLLAR STORE #31721, 5872 JONESBORO ROAD, WEST MONROE, LA 71292, RETAIL BEER CLASS B , 2024 NEW
Mr. Mitchell spoke regarding the following beer and whiskey applications and recommended approval subject to receiving outstanding documentation. Motion offered by Mr. Robinson, seconded by Mr. Thompson to approve the application for Smith Street Lounge as recommended. Motion passed without opposition.
HARDEY, LINDA SMITH STREET LOUNGE, 602 SMITH STREET, WEST MONROE, LA 71292, RETAIL BEER CLASS A , RETAIL LIQUOR CLASS C , 2024 NEW
Motion offered by Mr. Robinson, seconded by Mr. Clampit to approve the application for Chateau Rouge as recommended. Motion passed with Mr. Thompson abstaining.
MCCONNELL, JASMYNE CHATEAU ROUGE ON THE BAYOU LLC, 320 VIRGINIA STREET, MONROE, LA 71203, RETAIL BEER CLASS A , RETAIL LIQUOR CLASS C , 2024 NEW
Mr. Mitchell spoke regarding the following beer and whiskey applications and recommended approval. Motion offered by Mr. Clampit, seconded by Mr. Hudson to approve the applications as recommended. Motion passed without opposition.
ANDRADE, VERONICA EL AZTECA WEST MONROE LLC DBA AMIGOS, 7702 DESIARD STREET, MONROE, LA 71203, RETAIL BEER CLASS A , RETAIL LIQUOR CLASS C , RETAIL RESTAURANT CLASS R , 2024 RENEWAL
SARAI, HARVINDER LIONS2, LLC, 946 OLE HWY 15, WEST MONROE, LA 71291 RETAIL BEER CLASS B , RETAIL LIQUOR CLASS D , 2024 RENEWAL
SARAI, BALJIT S. SUNNY & BROTHER LLC., DBA LIONS STOP, 1490 HWY 594, MONROE, LA 71203, RETAIL BEER CLASS B , RETAIL LIQUOR CLASS D , 2024 RENEWAL
HEANEY, JOEL A & B LLC DBA TWIN CITY RACEWAY, 3695 PRAIRIE ROAD, MONROE, LA 71203, RETAIL BEER CLASS A , RETAIL LIQUOR CLASS C , 2024 RENEWAL
STARR, WAYLON DBA CIRCLE K STORE #7761, 1602 THOMAS RD, WEST MONROE, LA 71291, RETAIL BEER CLASS B , RETAIL LIQUOR CLASS D , 2024 RENEWAL
STARR, WAYLON DBA CIRCLE K STORE #7763, 170 WELL RD, WEST MONROE, LA 71291, RETAIL BEER CLASS B , RETAIL LIQUOR CLASS D , 2024 RENEWAL
STARR, WAYLON DBA CIRCLE K STORE #7777, 560 LINCOLN RD, MONROE, LA 71203, RETAIL BEER CLASS B , RETAIL LIQUOR CLASS D , 2024 RENEWAL
ANDING, RAY RRMD RESTAURANT OPERATIONS LLC DBA CHENIERE SHACK, 7975 CYPRESS STREET, WEST MONROE, LA 71292, RETAIL BEER CLASS A , RETAIL LIQUOR CLASS C , RETAIL RESTAURANT CLASS R , 2024 RENEWAL
AULAKH, LADDIE LADLA, LLC DBA PINE HILLS GROCERY, 1300 HWY 80 E, CALHOUN, LA 71292, RETAIL BEER CLASS B , RETAIL LIQUOR CLASS D , 2024 RENEWAL
DHILLON, SOOKHAM DBA NOW SAVE #4, 101 NEW NATCHITOCHES RD, WEST MONROE, LA 71292, RETAIL BEER CLASS B , RETAIL LIQUOR CLASS D , 2024 RENEWAL
DHILLON, SOOKHAM DBA NOW SAVE #6, 99 LINCOLN ROAD, MONROE, LA 71203, RETAIL BEER CLASS B , RETAIL LIQUOR CLASS D , 2024 RENEWAL
DHILLON, SOOKHAM DBA NOW SAVE #20, 5402 CYPRESS STREET, WEST MONROE, LA 71292, RETAIL BEER CLASS B , RETAIL LIQUOR CLASS D , 2024 RENEWAL
ORTNER, BEVERLY CHIEF S HIDEAWAY, 3091 HIGHWAY 80 W, CALHOUN, LA 71225, RETAIL BEER CLASS A , RETAIL LIQUOR CLASS C , 2024 RENEWAL
ALI, FAISAL CAYLI, LLC, DBA JMART EXPRESS, 2500 ARKANSAS RD, WEST MONROE, LA 71291, RETAIL BEER CLASS B , RETAIL LIQUOR CLASS D , 2024 RENEWAL
ALI, FAISAL JMART WEST LLC DBA JMART WEST, 6588 CYPRESS ST, WEST MONROE, LA 71291, RETAIL BEER CLASS B , RETAIL LIQUOR CLASS D , 2024 RENEWAL
ALI, FAISAL JA JMART FUEL LLC DBA JMART EXPRESS FUEL, 3095 ARKANSAS ROAD, WEST MONROE, LA 71291, RETAIL BEER CLASS B , RETAIL LIQUOR CLASS D , 2024 RENEWAL
ALI, FAISAL AB FOOD MART LLC DBA AB FOOD MART, 2238 JONESBORO ROAD, WEST MONROE, LA 71292 RETAIL BEER CLASS B , RETAIL LIQUOR CLASS D , 2024 RENEWAL
ALI, FAISAL E & C DISTRIBUTION LLC DBA JMART 4-WAY 104 HIGHWAY 34, WEST MONROE, LA 71292, RETAIL BEER CLASS B , RETAIL LIQUOR CLASS D , 2024 RENEWAL
ALI, FAISAL COX GROCERY LLC, DBA GENE COX S JMART, 2401 ARKANSAS RD, WEST MONROE, LA 71291, RETAIL BEER CLASS B , RETAIL LIQUOR CLASS D , 2024 RENEWAL
DAVIS, KATY KAPO LLC DBA CHIEFS CORNER JMART, 5228 HIGHWAY 546, EROS, LA 71238 RETAIL BEER CLASS B , RETAIL LIQUOR CLASS D , 2024 RENEWAL
PRAXAYBANE, PATRICK DBA BANGKOK SPICE RESTAURANT, LLC, 5332 CYPRESS STREET, WEST MONROE, LA 71292, RETAIL BEER CLASS A , RETAIL LIQUOR CLASS C , 2024
ISMAIL, MOHAMED DBA KING FOOD MART LLC, 610 SMITH ST., WEST MONROE, LA 71292, RETAIL BEER CLASS B , RETAIL LIQUOR CLASS D , 2024 RENEWAL
KAMBOJ, GURDER FUELTRAC RANDALL S LA, LLC, 4205 OLD STERLINGTON RD, MONROE, LA 71203, RETAIL BEER CLASS B , RETAIL LIQUOR CLASS D , 2024 RENEWAL
ALI, FAISAL WRA STUMBLE OUT LLC, DBA STUMBLE OUT, 2500 ARKANSAS RD, SUITE 1, WEST MONROE, LA 71291, RETAIL BEER CLASS A , RETAIL LIQUOR CLASS C , 2024 RENEWAL
ALI, FAISAL JA JMART FUEL LLC DBA JMART HIGHWAY 34, 4140 HIGHWAY 34, WEST MONROE, LA 71292, RETAIL BEER CLASS B , RETAIL LIQUOR CLASS D , 2024 RENEWAL
ALI, FAISAL JA EXPRESS FOOD LLC DBA DAT CATFISH PLACE, 2405 ARKANSAS RD, WEST MONROE, LA 71291, RETAIL BEER CLASS A , RETAIL LIQUOR CLASS C , 2024 RENEWAL
GUPTA, SHERYL ASPIRING SWARTZ LLC DBA SMOKER S PARADISE OF SWARTZ, 1605 HIGHWAY 80 EAST, MONROE, LA 71203, RETAIL BEER CLASS B , RETAIL LIQUOR CLASS D , 2024 RENEWAL
GUPTA, SHERYL ASPIRING WEST MONROE LLC, DBA USAVE #3 149 G. B. COOLEY RD, WEST MONROE, LA 71291, RETAIL BEER CLASS B , RETAIL LIQUOR CLASS D , 2024 RENEWAL
ISMAIL, MOHAMED ATWAIN 3 INC. DBA FAST TRACK FUEL #2, 331 HIGHWAY 546, WEST MONROE, LA 71291, RETAIL BEER CLASS B , RETAIL LIQUOR CLASS D , 2024 RENEWAL
Mr. Mitchell spoke regarding the following beer and whiskey applications and recommended approval subject to receiving outstanding documentation. Motion offered by Mr. Clampit, seconded by Mr. Thompson to approve the applications as recommended. Motion passed without opposition.
TAYLOR, EMILY DG LOUISIANA LLC, DBA DOLLAR GENERAL STORE #1728, 103 OLD BASTROP ROAD, MONROE, LA 71203, RETAIL BEER CLASS B , RETAIL LIQUOR CLASS D , 2024 RENEWAL
TAYLOR, EMILY DG LOUISIANA LLC, DBA DOLLAR GENERAL STORE #4507, 6105 CYPRESS STREET, WEST MONROE, LA 71291, RETAIL BEER CLASS B , RETAIL LIQUOR CLASS D , 2024 RENEWAL
TAYLOR, EMILY DG LOUISIANA LLC, DBA DOLLAR GENERAL STORE #6823, 3052 HIGHWAY 80 WEST, CALHOUN, LA 71225, RETAIL BEER CLASS B , RETAIL LIQUOR CLASS D , 2024 RENEWAL
TAYLOR, EMILY DG LOUISIANA LLC, DBA DOLLAR GENERAL STORE #9199, 3031 ARKANSAS ROAD, WEST MONROE, LA 71291, RETAIL BEER CLASS B , RETAIL LIQUOR CLASS D , 2024 RENEWAL
TAYLOR, EMILY DG LOUISIANA LLC, DBA DOLLAR GENERAL STORE #10062, 1382 HIGHWAY 139, MONROE, LA 71203, RETAIL BEER CLASS B , RETAIL LIQUOR CLASS D , 2024 RENEWAL
TAYLOR, EMILY DG LOUISIANA LLC, DBA DOLLAR GENERAL STORE #15962, 273 HIGHWAY 546, WEST MONROE, LA 71291, RETAIL BEER CLASS B , RETAIL LIQUOR CLASS D , 2024 RENEWAL
TAYLOR, EMILY DG LOUISIANA LLC, DBA DOLLAR GENERAL STORE #17756, 121 GLEN ACRES ROAD, CALHOUN, LA 71225, RETAIL BEER CLASS B , RETAIL LIQUOR CLASS D , 2024 RENEWAL
TAYLOR, EMILY DG LOUISIANA LLC, DBA DOLLAR GENERAL STORE #17835, 4932 HIGHWAY 34, WEST MONROE, LA 71292, RETAIL BEER CLASS B , RETAIL LIQUOR CLASS D , 2024 RENEWAL
TAYLOR, EMILY DG LOUISIANA LLC, DBA DOLLAR GENERAL STORE #18884, 4540 WHITES FERRY ROAD, WEST MONROE, LA 71291, RETAIL BEER CLASS B , RETAIL LIQUOR CLASS D , 2024 RENEWAL
TAYLOR, EMILY DG LOUISIANA LLC, DBA DOLLAR GENERAL STORE #19729, 2574 WINNSBORO ROAD, MONROE, LA 71202, RETAIL BEER CLASS B , RETAIL LIQUOR CLASS D , 2024 RENEWAL
TAYLOR, EMILY DG LOUISIANA LLC, DBA DOLLAR GENERAL STORE #19775, 1250 HIGHWAY 80 E, CALHOUN, LA 71225, RETAIL BEER CLASS B , RETAIL LIQUOR CLASS D , 2024 RENEWAL
TAYLOR, EMILY DG LOUISIANA LLC, DBA DOLLAR GENERAL STORE #22459, 1912 ARKANSAS ROAD, WEST MONROE, LA 71291, RETAIL BEER CLASS B , RETAIL LIQUOR CLASS D , 2024 RENEWAL
TAYLOR, EMILY DG LOUISIANA LLC, DBA DOLLAR GENERAL STORE #24485, 1745 HIGHWAY 80 E, MONROE, LA 71203, RETAIL BEER CLASS B , RETAIL LIQUOR CLASS D , 2024 RENEWAL
PIERCE, JEFFREY REDIRAP INC. DBA KUNTRY KORNER, 3156 HIGHWAY 80 W, CALHOUN, LA 71225, RETAIL BEER CLASS B , RETAIL LIQUOR CLASS D , 2024 RENEWAL
WAGNON, MICHAEL LOUISIANA DISCOUNT TOBACCO, INC. DBA BAYOU BUTTS & BOOZE #30, 7796 HIGHWAY 165 NORTH, MONROE, LA 71203, RETAIL BEER CLASS A , RETAIL LIQUOR CLASS C , 2024 RENEWAL
DAHAL, BAL TEJANI & DAHAL HOSPITALITY LLC DBA COMFORT SUITES WEST MONROE, 149 WELL ROAD, WEST MONROE, LA 71291, RETAIL BEER CLASS A , RETAIL LIQUOR CLASS C , 2024 RENEWAL
MATA, MARIO DBA MAZATLAN SEAFOOD LLC, 810 JONESBORO ROAD, WEST MONROE, LA 71292, RETAIL BEER CLASS A , RETAIL LIQUOR CLASS C , RETAIL RESTAURANT CLASS R 2024 RENEWAL
MATA, MARIO BLUE IGUANA MARGARITA BAR LLC, 5404 CYPRESS STREET, WEST MONROE, LA 71291, RETAIL BEER CLASS A , RETAIL LIQUOR CLASS C , 2024 RENEWAL
NORRIS, POLLY B & P OPERATIONS LLC DBA WASHINGTON STREET U-PAK-IT, 500 WASHINGTON ST, WEST MONROE, LA 71292, RETAIL BEER CLASS B , RETAIL LIQUOR CLASS D , 2024 RENEWAL
WAGNON, MICHAEL LOUISIANA DISCOUNT TOBACCO INC. DBA BAYOU BUTTS & BOOZE #27, 600 THOMAS ROAD, WEST MONROE, LA 71292, RETAIL BEER CLASS B , RETAIL LIQUOR CLASS D , 2024 RENEWAL
OTHER BUSINESS:
The president presented plaques to Mr. Robinson and Mr. Clampit and thanked them for their service on the Jury.
There being no other business to come before the Jury, a motion to adjourn was offered by Mr. Hudson, seconded by Mr. Bratton. The meeting adjourned at 6:48 p.m.
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Shane Smiley, President Karen Cupit, Recording Secretary
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