PROCEEDINGS OF THE POLICE JURY, PARISH OF OUACHITA, STATE OF LOUISIANA, TAKEN AT A REGULAR MEETING HELD ON, MONDAY, JANUARY 22, 2024 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, Police Jury Administrative Building, Monroe, Louisiana on Monday, January 22, 2024, at 5:35 p.m., and was duly convened by Mr. Shane Smiley, President.
The president gave the invocation and led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Members Present (5)
Toni Bacon District A
Jimmy Tyson District B
Larry Bratton District C
Shane Smiley District E
Lonnie Hudson District F
Members Absent (1)
Michael Thompson District D
APPROVAL OF AGENDA:
The president asked if there were any additions or amendments to the agenda. The president asked to add a resolution to his agenda for a reappointment to the Industrial Development Board. Mr. Mitchell stated that this item was received after the agenda was published and action was needed before the next meeting of the Jury as the board might be meeting. Motion offered by Mr. Hudson, seconded by Mrs. Bacon to add this item to the agenda. Motion passed without opposition.
The president asked to add Jack Clampit as a visitor. Motion offered by Mr. Hudson, seconded by Mr. Bratton to approve adding Jack Clampit as a visitor. Motion passed without opposition.
Motion offered by Mrs. Bacon, seconded by Mr. Hudson 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 January 8, 2024 was offered by Mr. Hudson, seconded by Mrs. Bacon. Motion passed without opposition.
PUBLIC HEARING:
The president convened a public hearing on Ordinance No. 9479 An Ordinance to authorize an Act of Sale by the Parish of Ouachita to sell certain adjudicated properties (Parcels 56165, 42772, 38460, 46189, 57329, 14043, & 64130) by public auction; and, further providing with respect thereto. No one appeared to speak in favor of or against the ordinance. Motion offered by Mr. Hudson, seconded by Mr. Bratton to close the public hearing. Motion passed without opposition.
VISITORS:
The president recognized Jack Clampit, 202 Ervin Cotton Road, West Monroe. Mr. Clampit spoke regarding the improvements needed to prepare the fish nursery at Cheniere Lake and requested approval for Public Works to begin the work.
Motion offered by Mr. Bratton, seconded by Mr. Tyson to amend the agenda to add an item for Cheniere Lake improvements. Motion passed without opposition.
Motion offered by Mr. Tyson, seconded by Mr. Hudson to approve the work at the Cheniere Lake fish nursery and authorize Public Works to perform the work needed. Motion passed without opposition.
ENGINEERING REPORT:
The president recognized Mr. Crosby, Engineer. Mr. Crosby presented Change Order No. 3 for Finks Hideaway Road and recommended approval. Motion offered by Mr. Hudson, seconded by Mr. Bratton to approve Change Order No. 3. Motion passed without opposition.
Mr. Crosby presented the bid results for the portable pump storage facility and recommended accepting the lowest conforming bid from Pohlman & Wilbanks Contractors, Inc. for $270,000.00. Motion offered by Mr. Hudson, seconded by Mrs. Bacon to accept the bid from Pohlman & Wilbanks Contractors, Inc. and to authorize the president to sign all necessary documents. Motion passed with Mr. Tyson abstaining.
Mr. Crosby presented the bid results for Hodge Watson Road improvements and recommended accepting the lowest conforming bid from Amethyst Construction, Inc. for $671,013.49. Motion offered by Mrs. Bacon, seconded by Mr. Bratton to accept the bid from Amethyst Construction, Inc. and to authorize the president to sign all necessary documents. Moton passed without opposition.
Mr. Crosby updated the Jury on the River Styx Pump Station discharge pipe project and stated that that the plans have been approved by FEMA and GOHSEP.
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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 chair, Mrs. Bacon, called the Finance Committee meeting to order at 5:58 p.m.
The chair recognized Mr. Cammack, Treasurer. Mr. Cammack presented the claim statement for the period of December 15, 2023 through January 19, 2024 and recommended approval. Motion offered by Mr. Hudson, seconded by Mr. Smiley 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.
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. Hudson. Motion passed without opposition. The finance committee meeting was adjourned at 6:00 p.m.
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The president reconvened the regular Police Jury meeting.
Motion offered by Mr. Bratton, seconded by Mrs. Bacon to ratify and adopt all actions taken in the committee meeting. Motion passed without opposition.
MOTIONS * ORDINANCES * RESOLUTIONS:
The president recognized Mrs. Bacon.
MRS. TONI BACON, DISTRICT A:
Mrs. Bacon, seconded by Mr. Bratton offered the following resolution for adoption.
RESOLUTION NO. 24-07
RESOLUTION APPOINTING TODD PERRY TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT BOARD OF OUACHITA PARISH, LOUISIANA, INC.; AND FURTHER PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO.
WHEREAS, in view of the expiration of the term of service of Danny Chance, a resident of District A of Ouachita Parish, as a member of the Board of Directors of the Industrial Development Board of Ouachita Parish, Louisiana, Inc. the appointment of a new member to fill that seat is in order; and,
WHEREAS, Todd Perry, a resident of said District A, has expressed a willingness to serve and his background and experience make him well-suited for the position;
NOW, THEREFORE:
BE IT RESOLVED by the Ouachita Parish Police Jury in legal and regular session that Todd Perry be, and hereby is, appointed to the Board of Directors of the Industrial Development Board of Ouachita Parish, Louisiana, Inc., to serve for a period of six years, said term beginning on January 22, 2024, and ending on January 22, 2030, said appointment being made by nomination of the juror representing District A.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Ouachita Parish Police Jury does hereby express its appreciation to Danny Chance for his term of service as a member of the Board of Directors of the Industrial Development Board of Ouachita Parish, Louisiana, Inc.
The following resolution adopted on the 22nd day of January, 2024.
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Mrs. Bacon, seconded by Mr. Bratton offered the following resolution for adoption.
RESOLUTION NO. 24-08
A RESOLUTION APPOINTING DEREK MOODY TO THE OUACHITA PARISH FIRE CITIZEN S ADVISORY COMMITTEE FOR A TERM OF TWO (2) YEARS BEGINNING JANUARY 22, 2024 AND ENDING JANUARY 22, 2026; AND FURTHER PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO.
WHEREAS, there exists a vacancy on the Fire Advisory Committee;
NOW, THEREFORE:
BE IT RESOLVED by the Ouachita Parish Police Jury in legal and regular session that the following individual, Derek Moody, be and hereby is appointed to the Fire Advisory Committee for a term of two (2) years beginning January 22, 2024 and ending January 22, 2026.
The above resolution was adopted on the 22nd day of January, 2024.
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Mrs. Bacon, seconded by Mr. Bratton offered the following resolution for adoption.
RESOLUTION NO. 24-09
A RESOLUTION REAPPOINTING JACKIE GUILLOT TO THE OUACHITA PARISH POLICE JURY S ANIMAL SHELTER CITIZENS ADVISORY COMMITTEE ; AND, FURTHER PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO
WHEREAS, by Ordinance No. 9102 the Ouachita Parish Police Jury ( OPPJ ) created the Animal Shelter Citizens Advisory Committee for the purpose of advising the OPPJ concerning the operation and improvement of the OPPJ s Animal Shelter;
WHEREAS, the term of Jackie Guillot on the Animal Shelter Citizens Advisory Committee has expired;
NOW, THEREFORE:
BE IT RESOLVED that the Ouachita Parish Police Jury hereby reappoints Jackie Guillot to serve as the District A member of the Animal Shelter Citizens Advisory Committee, for a term of four (4) years ending on January 22, 2028.
The above resolution was adopted this 22nd day of January, 2024.
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The president recognized Mr. Tyson.
MR. JIMMY TYSON, DISTRICT B:
Mr. Tyson, seconded by Mr. Bratton offered the following resolution for adoption.
RESOLUTION NO. 24-10
RESOLUTION REAPPOINTING EVELYN BRITTON TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT BOARD OF OUACHITA PARISH, LOUISIANA, INC.; AND FURTHER PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO.
WHEREAS, the term for Evelyn Britton on the Board of Directors of the Industrial Development Board of Ouachita Parish, Louisiana, Inc. has expired; and
NOW, THEREFORE:
BE IT RESOLVED by the Ouachita Parish Police Jury in legal and regular session that Evelyn Britton be, and hereby is, appointed to the Board of Directors of the Industrial Development Board of Ouachita Parish, Louisiana, Inc., to serve for a period of six years, said term beginning on January 22, 2024, and ending on January 22, 2030, said appointment being made by nomination of the juror representing District B.
The following resolution adopted on the 22nd day of January, 2024.
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The president recognized Mr. Bratton.
MR. LARRY BRATTON, DISTRICT C:
Mr. Bratton spoke regarding the boat ramp beside Wildlife & Fisheries and asked Mr. Murray if Public Works could make the necessary repairs. Mr. Murray stated that his department can do the work needed at a cost not to exceed $5,000.00. Motion offered by Mr. Bratton, seconded by Mr. Hudon to authorize Public Works to repair the boat ramp. Motion passed without opposition.
Mr. Bratton spoke regarding Sharp Lane in Sterlington and stated that repairs are needed to the road. Motion offered by Mr. Bratton, seconded by Mr. Hudson to authorize Mr. Crosby to evaluate the road. Motion passed without opposition.
Mr. Bratton gave an update on broadband.
The president stated that Mr. Thompson was not at the meeting and that he did not have any items.
MR. SHANE SMILEY, DISTRICT E:
Motion offered by Mr. Smiley, seconded by Mr. Hudson to approve the cooperative endeavor agreement with Ouachita Green. Motion passed without opposition.
Mr. Smiley recognized Mr. Land, Land 3 Architect. Mr. Land presented the bid results for the Registrar of Voters and Coroner buildings and stated that the lowest conforming bid was from Benchmark Construction with a base bid of $1,187,000.00, Alternate No. 1 to replace acoustic ceilings in Coroner building for $39,500.00 and Alternate No. 2 for wall paint in the Coroner building for $45,000.00 for a total of $1,271,500.00. Motion offered by Mr. Hudson, seconded by Mr. Bratton to accept the base bid and Alternate No. 2 from Benchmark Construction and to defer action on Alternate No. 1. Motion passed without opposition.
Mr. Smiley, seconded by Mr. Hudson offered the following ordinance for adoption.
ORDINANCE NO. 9479
AN ORDINANCE TO AUTHORIZE AN ACT OF SALE BY THE PARISH OF OUACHITA TO SELL CERTAIN ADJUDICATED PROPERTIES (PARCELS 56165, 42772, 38460, 46189, 57329, 14043, & 64130) 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# 56165: LOT 10 SQ 10 UNIT 5 AIRPORT ADDITION, MUNICIPAL ADDRESS: 3919 SEGREST MERCY STREET, MONROE, LA; ADJUDCIATED TO THE PARISH 6/12/2017
Purchaser: Jeanette Henderson Bid: $836.60 Auction Date: January 11, 2024
2. PARCEL# 42772: LOT 20 SQ 89 UNIT 15 BOOKER T. WASHINGTON ADDITION; MUNICIPAL ADDRESS: 4218 PIPPIN STREET, MONROE, LA; ADJUDICATED TO THE PARISH ON 06/30/2020
Purchaser: Curtis Williams Bid: $1,866.66 Auction Date: January 11, 2024
3. PARCEL# 38460: THE NORT 2/3 OF LOT 1, BLOCK 20, OF A AND E SOUTHER ADDITION TO THE CITY OF WEST MONROE, LOUISIANA, AS PER PLAT IN PLAT BOOK 2, PAGE 16, RECORDS OF OUACHITA PARISH, LOUISIANA; MUNICIPAL ADDRESS: 311 COLEMAN AVENUE, WEST MONROE, LA: ADJUDICATED TO THE PARISH ON 07/15/2020
Purchaser: Mark Terrell Bid: $10,000.00 Auction Date: January 11, 2024
4. PARCEL# 46189: LOTS 4, 5, & 6 OF SQUARE 73 OF OUACHITA COTTON MILLS, LOUISIANA, AS PER PLAT ON FILE AND OF RECORD IN PLAT BOOK 1, PAGE 41, OF THE RECORDS OF OUACHITA PARISH, LOUISIANA, MUNICIPAL ADDRESS: 806 S 3rd STREET; MONROE, LA: ADJUDICATED TO THE PARISH ON 06/30/2020
Purchaser: Odessa Hamburg Bid: $23,000.00 Auction Date: January 11, 2024
5. PARCEL# 57329: LOT 7 SQ 52 TERZIA WALLACE ADDITION; MUNICIPAL ADDRESS: 3509 JACKSON STREET, MONROE, LA: ADJUDICATED TO THE PARISH ON 06/30/2020
Purchaser: Chandra Isby Melancon Bid: $1,479.90 Auction Date: January 11, 2024
6. PARCEL# 14043: LOTS 45 & 46, GREEN TERRACE SUBDIVIDISION, SECTION 17, TOWNSHIP 17 NORTH, RANGE 4 EAST, OUACHITA PARISH, LOUISIANA, PER PLAT OF RECORD IN PLAT BOOK 13, PAGE 59 OF THE RECORDS OF OUACHITA PARISH, LOUISIANA; NO MUNICIPAL ADDRESS: LOCATED ON CHANNIE DRIVE, MONROE, LA: ADJUDICATED TO THE PARISH ON 06/11/2019
Purchaser: 1st Lady Properties, LLC Bid: $1,293.28 Auction Date: January 11, 2024
7. PARCEL# 64130: THE SOUTH 50 FEET OF LOTS 1 AND 2 AND THE NORTH 50 FEET OF LOTS 15 AND 16 OF BLOCK 117 OF D. A. BREARD SR. S DANVILLE ADDITION TO MONROE, LOUISIANA AS PER PLAT ON FILE IN PLAT BOOK 5 PAGE 3 OF THE RECORDS OF OUACHITA PARISH, LOUISIANA; NO MUNICIPAL ADDRESS; ADJUDICATED TO THE PARISH ON 06/11/2019
Purchaser: Marvin Investments, LLC Bid: $1,873.01 Auction Date: January 11, 2024
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.
The above ordinance was introduced on the 8th day of January 2024.
The ordinance was submitted to a roll call vote, and the vote thereon was as follows:
YEAS: (5) Mrs. Toni Bacon, District A; Mr. Jimmy Tyson, District B;
Mr. Larry Bratton, District C; Mr. Shane Smiley, District E; and Mr. Lonnie Hudson, District F.
NAYS: (0)
ABSTAIN: (0)
ABSENT: (1) Mr. Michael Thompson, District D
The above ordinance was adopted on the 22nd day of January 2024.
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Mr. Smiley introduced the following ordinance.
ORDINANCE NO. 9480
AN ORDINANCE TO AUTHORIZE AN ACT OF SALE BY THE PARISH OF OUACHITA TO SELL CERTAIN ADJUDICATED PROPERTIES (PARCELS 12088) 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# 12088: 0.361 AC IN SEC 6, T 18 B R 5 E, BEING A PROTION OF ONE ACRE TR1N COB 535-5 BEG AT NE COR OF SAID ONE ACRE TR E 75 FTM W 210 FT, N 75 FT, E ALONG N BOUNDARY OF ONE ACRE TR TO NE CORNER OF SAID ONE ACRE TO BEG, MUNICIPAL ADDRESS; 137 BURKS SCHOOL RD, MONROE, LA; ADJUDICATED ON 6/11/2019
Purchaser: Jena McCattry Bid: $5,735.76 Auction Date: January 25, 2024
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. Hudson offered the following resolution for adoption.
RESOLUTION NO. 24-11
RESOLUTION REAPPOINTING GREG KAHMANN TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT BOARD OF OUACHITA PARISH, LOUISIANA, INC.; AND FURTHER PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO.
WHEREAS, the term of Greg Kahmann on the Board of Directors of the Industrial Development Board of Ouachita Parish, Louisiana, Inc. has expired; and
NOW, THEREFORE:
BE IT RESOLVED by the Ouachita Parish Police Jury in legal and regular session that Greg Kahmann, be and hereby is reappointed to the Board of Directors of the Industrial Development Board of Ouachita Parish, Louisiana, Inc., to serve as the at-large member for a period of six years, said terms beginning on January 22, 2024 and ending on January 22, 2030, said appointment being made by nomination of the juror representing District E for the purpose of filling the vacancy described above.
The following resolution adopted on the 22nd day of January 2024.
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The president recognized Mr. Hudson.
MR. LONNIE HUDSON, DISTRICT F:
Mr. Hudson stated that he did not have any items.
ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS:
The president recognized Mr. Cammack. Mr. Cammack requested that a probationary increase be given to Danielle McCloud. Motion by Mr. Hudson, second by Mr. Bratton to accept the recommendation and set her new rate of pay to Grade 209, Step 55A with an effective date of January 24, 2024.
The president recognized Chief Hemphill. Chief Hemphill requested approval for Mike Jackson, Heath Hopfinger, Titus Lenard, Derek Bemer and Jimmy Stewart to attend the 2024 FDIC conference. Motion offered by Mr. Hudson, seconded by Mrs. Bacon to approve the travel request. Motion passed without opposition.
Chief Hemphill requested approval for Denise McKinney, Nick Aucoin, Melanie Walker and Kalee Johnson to attend the 2024 Tyler Connect conference. Motion offered by Mr. Hudson, seconded by Mrs. Bacon to approve the travel request. Motion passed without opposition.
The president recognized Mr. Mitchell. Mr. Mitchell spoke regarding Newt Coon Road Estates Subdivision and recommended approval of Resolution No. 24-12 which would correct the title block of the plat to notate the name of the subdivision.
Mr. Hudson, seconded by Mrs. Bacon offered the following resolution for adoption.
RESOLUTION NO. 24-12
A RESOLUTION REQUESTING THE OUACHITA PARISH CLERK OF COURT TO MAKE A NOTATION ON THE PLAT OF A SUBDIVISION FILED AT PLAT BOOK 29 PAGE 79 IDENTIFYING SAID SUBDIVISION AS NEWT COON ROAD ESTATES SUBDIVISION; AND, FURTHER PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO.
WHEREAS, in a public meeting held on October 16, 2023, the Ouachita Parish Police Jury granted final approval to the application of Town & Country Rental Properties IV, Inc. to subdivide the NW/4 of the NE/4 of Section 13, T16N, R1E into eighteen (18) lots, said subdivision being identified as Newt Coon Road Estates Subdivision in the application and approval;
WHEREAS, following said approval the plat of this subdivision was filed in the records of the Ouachita Parish Clerk of Court at Plat Book 29, Page 79;
WHEREAS, it has come to the attention of the Ouachita Parish Police Jury that the name of the subdivision Newt Coon Road Estates Subdivision was inadvertently left out of the title block and does not appear on said plat; and,
WHEREAS, the Ouachita Parish Police Jury finds that it is in the public interest that the plat filed at Plat Book 29, Page 79 of the records of the Ouachita Parish Clerk of Court be permanently identified as the plat of Newt Coon Road Estates Subdivision as such identification will aid in future identification and description of the lots created by and comprising said subdivision;
NOW, THEREFORE:
BE IT RESOLVED that the Ouachita Parish Police Jury does by these presents formally request the Ouachita Parish Clerk of Court notate on the face of the Plat filed at Plat Book 29, Page 79 that the name of the 18 lot subdivision created by that Plat is Newt Coon Road Estates Subdivision.;
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Ouachita Parish Police Jury does hereby further request the Ouachita Parish Clerk of Court to make such entries in the Subdivision Index and other indexes or records of said Clerk of Court as are reasonable and necessary to assist in identifying the plat filed at Plat Book 29, Page 79 as the plat of Newt Coon Road Estates Subdivision; and,
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this Resolution be filed in the Conveyance Records of Ouachita Parish and that the Clerk of Court notate its filing information on the face of the subdivision plat filed at Plat Book 29, Page 79, heretofore identified as the plat of Newt Coon Road Estates Subdivision.
The above resolution was adopted the 22nd day of January 2024.
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Mr. Mitchell spoke regarding the cooperative endeavor agreements for Green Oaks with surrounding jurisdictions regarding out of parish detainees that are brought to Green Oaks and recommended approval. Motion offered by Mr. Hudson, seconded by Mr. Bratton to approve the cooperative endeavor agreements. Motion passed without opposition.
Mr. Mitchell spoke regarding the cooperative endeavor agreement with the City of Monroe for the West Parkview drainage project and Youngs Bayou retention project through the watershed program regarding the parish s procurement of Hunt Guillot and Associates (HGA) for use as a consultant on federal projects and recommended approval. Motion offered by Mr. Hudson, seconded by Mrs. Bacon to approve the cooperative endeavor agreement. Motion passed without opposition.
Mr. Mitchell spoke regarding the amendment to the cooperative endeavor agreement with Southwest Ouachita Water and recommended approval. Motion offered by Mr. Bratton, seconded by Mr. Hudson to approve the amendment. Motion passed with Mrs. Bacon and Mr. Tyson abstaining.
The president recognized Mr. Murray. Mr. Murray requested approval to purchase a skid steer and cold planer off the state contract. Mr. Murray also requested to piggyback off Rapides Parish s contract for the purchase of an asphalt hot box. Motion offered by Mr. Hudson, seconded by Mrs. Bacon to approve the purchases and piggybacking request. Motion passed without opposition.
Mr. Murray spoke regarding final subdivision approval for River Styx Subdivision, Unit 3 and recommended approval. Motion offered by Mr. Hudson, seconded by Mrs. Bacon to grant final subdivision approval for River Styx Subdivision, Unit 3 subject to commend from the Public Works department and parish engineer being adequately answered. Motion passed without opposition.
The president recognized Ms. Bennett. Ms. Bennett requested approval to attend the SETA 2024 spring conference along with three board members. Motion offered by Mr. Hudson, seconded by Mr. Bratton to approve the travel request. Motion passed without opposition.
BEER AND WHISKEY APPLICATIONS:
Mr. Mitchell spoke regarding the following beer and whiskey applications and stated that the manager of the business, Subash Khadka, along with their attorney, Scott Patton, was at the meeting to ask the Jury to reconsider the special event permit and adding a Class R permit. Mr. Patton stated the reasons the business was seeking a Class R permit and special event permit.
1) KHADKA, SUBASH WEST MONROE POOL THEATER LLC, 1411 THOMAS ROAD, WEST MONROE, LA 71291, SPECIAL EVENT PERMIT, MULTIPLE DATES (RECONSIDERATION)
2) KHADKA, SUBASH WEST MONROE POOL THEATER LLC DBA WINGLANE SPORTS BAR & RESTAURANT, 1411 THOMAS ROAD, WEST MONROE, LA 71291, ADDING RETAIL RESTAURANT CLASS R (TABLED FROM LAST MEETING)
Motion offered by Mr. Hudson, seconded by Mr. Bratton to deny both requests. Motion passed without opposition.
OTHER BUSINESS:
There being no other business to come before the Jury, a motion to adjourn was offered by Mr. Hudson, seconded by Mrs. Bacon. The meeting adjourned at 7:07 p.m.
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Shane Smiley, President Karen Cupit, Recording Secretary
