PROCEEDINGS OF THE POLICE JURY, PARISH OF OUACHITA, STATE OF LOUISIANA, TAKEN AT A REGULAR MEETING HELD ON, MONDAY, MARCH 18, 2024 AT 5:31 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, March 18, 2024, at 5:31 p.m., and was duly convened by Mr. Shane Smiley, President.
The president gave the invocation and led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Members Present (6)
Toni Bacon District A
Jimmy Tyson 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. There were none. Motion offered by Mr. Hudson, seconded by Mr. Bratton to approve the agenda as published. 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 March 4, 2024 was offered by Mr. Hudson, seconded by Mr. Thompson. Motion passed without opposition.
VISITORS:
There were none.
ENGINEERING REPORT:
The president recognized Mr. Crosby, Engineer. Mr. Crosby presented the substantial completion for the Camp Road sewer lift station project and recommended approval. Motion offered by Mr. Thompson, seconded by Mr. Bratton to approve the substantial completion for the Camp Road sewer lift station project. Motion passed without opposition.
Mr. Crosby presented the right-of-way plat for Cowboy Lane and recommended approval. Motion offered by Mr. Hudson, seconded by Mrs. Bacon to accept the right-of-way plat for Cowboy Lane. Motion passed without opposition.
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Motion offered by Mr. Bratton, seconded by Mr. Hudson 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 5:42 p.m.
The chair recognized Mr. Cammack, Treasurer. Mr. Cammack presented the claim statement for the period of February 16, 2024 through March 14, 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.
Mr. Cammack presented the Tax Collector s expenditure request and recommended approval subject to legal review of the tax software. Motion offered by Mr. Hudson, seconded by Mr. Bratton to approve the expenditures for the Tax Collector as recommended. Motion passed without opposition.
Mr. Cammack presented the quote to change all current vehicle decals. Motion offered by Mr. Hudson, seconded by Mr. Thompson to approve changing all current vehicle decals. 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. Bratton. Motion passed without opposition. The finance committee meeting was adjourned at 5:48 p.m.
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The president reconvened the regular Police Jury meeting.
Motion offered by Mr. Hudson, 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 spoke regarding Cherokee Road and stated that the front half of the road needs to be repaired. Mr. Crosby stated that this part of the road needs to be rebuilt. Motion offered by Mrs. Bacon, seconded by Mr. Bratton to authorize Lazenby & Associates to advertise the project for bids. This will be funded through the west side tax fund. Motion passed without opposition.
Mrs. Bacon spoke regarding Claiborne Road and stated that a portion of the road needs to be repaired near Highway 80. Motion offered by Mr. Bratton, seconded by Mrs. Bacon to authorize Lazenby & Associates to prepare the plans and specifications for the project. This will be funded through the Public Works fund. Motion passed without opposition.
Mrs. Bacon spoke regarding the Louisiana Infrastructure Technical Assistance Corporation and stated that this organization helps rural and economically distressed areas acquire federal grant funds through the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. Motion offered by Mrs. Bacon, seconded by Mr. Hudson to a letter of interest to Louisiana Infrastructure Technical Assistance Corporation. Motion passed without opposition.
Mrs. Bacon spoke regarding Atlas Community Studios and stated that she would like the Police Jury to contract with Atlas Community Studios for grant opportunities and lobbying services in Washington D.C. No action was taken at this time.
Mrs. Bacon spoke regarding the courthouse and stated that there are various updates and improvements needed throughout the building. Motion offered by Mrs. Bacon, seconded by Mr. Thompson to hire Land 3 Architect to help determine the improvements needed. Motion passed without opposition.
The president recognized Mr. Tyson.
MR. JIMMY TYSON, DISTRICT B:
Motion offered by Mr. Tyson, seconded by Mr. Thompson to authorize Lazenby & Associates to begin the survey and design of a project for Calhoun Road with funding from the west side sales tax. Motion passed without opposition.
Motion offered by Mr. Tyson, seconded by Mr. Thompson to authorize Lazenby & Associates to begin the survey and design of a project for Pollyanna Drive with funding from the west side sales tax. Motion passed without opposition.
Mr. Tyson introduced the following ordinance.
ORDINANCE NO. 9483
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 2-236, ET SEQ OF THE COMPILED ORDINANCES OF OUACHITA PARISH TO ALTER THE BOUNDARIES OF THE WATERWORKS DISTRICT KNOWN AS CADEVILLE WATER DISTRICT, OUACHITA PARISH, LOUISIANA TO ENCOMPASS THE AREA SERVED BY THE CALHOUN WATER SYSTEM; CHANGE THE NAME OF SAID WATERWORKS DISTRICT TO CADEVILLE – CALHOUN WATER DISTRICT, OUACHITA PARISH, LOUISIANA; AND, FURTHER PROVIDE WITH RESPECT THERETO.
WHEREAS, pursuant to the provisions of La. R.S. 33:3811, et seq. the Ouachita Parish Police Jury adopted Ordinance No. 7455 on September 15, 1975, creating a waterworks district in western Ouachita Parish and naming said district Cadeville Water District, Ouachita Parish (hereinafter referred to as the District ) said Ordinance being codified in Section 20-236 of the Compiled Ordinances of Ouachita Parish;
WHEREAS, the District has completed an agreement with Calhoun Water System, Inc. whereby the District will assume the ownership, operation, and improvement of the waterworks facilities heretofore known as the Calhoun Water System;
WHEREAS, in view of this expansion of the District s operations, the Ouachita Parish Police Jury finds it is appropriate to alter the District s boundaries to include the area heretofore served by the Calhoun Water System; and
WHEREAS, the Ouachita Parish Police Jury finds that the public interest is served by amending the District s name to reflect that it now serves the Calhoun community;
NOW, THEREFORE:
BE IT ORDAINED that pursuant to La. R.S. 33: 3811 the Ouachita Parish Police Jury hereby amends Section 20-236 of the Compiled Ordinances of Ouachita Parish to alter the present boundaries of Cadeville Water District to fully encompass the area described as follows:
A certain tract or parcel of land located in Township 18 North, Range 1 East, Township 18 North, Range 2 East, Township 17 North, Range 1 West, Township 17 North, Range 1 East, Township 17 North, Range 2 East, Township 16 North, Range 1 West, & Township 16 North, Range 1 East, of the Louisiana Principal Meridian, Ouachita Parish, Louisiana & Jackson Parish, Louisiana, Land District North of Red River, and their Sections being more particularly described as follows: Sections 25-28, Township 18 North, Range 1 East, lying south of the southerly right-of-way line of Interstate 20; Section 30, Township 18 North, Range 2 East, lying south of the southerly right-of-way line of Interstate 20; Southeast Quarter of the Southeast Quarter of Section 29, Township 18 North, Range 1 East; Northeast Quarter of the Northeast Quarter of Section 32, Township 18 North, Range 1 East; North Half of Section 33, Township 18 North, Range 1 East; Sections 34- 36, Township 18 North, Range 1 East; Section 31, Township 18 North, Range 2 East; South Half of Section 32, Township 18 North, Range 2 East; and Sections 1-3, 10-12, 13-16, 19-34, Township 17 North, Range 1 East; North Half of Sections 35 & 36, Township 17 North, Range 1 East; and Sections 5-9, 16-21, 29-30, Township 17 North, Range 2 East; North Half of Sections 31 & 32, Township 17 North, Range 2 East; and South Half of Sections 13-14, Township 17 North, Range 1 West; East Half of Sections 22 & 27, Township 17 North, Range 1 West; Sections 23-26, & 36, Township 17 North, Range 1 West; North Half of Section 35, Township 17 North, Range 1 West; and Sections 3-5, Township 16 North, Range 1 East; Sections 6 & 8, Township 16 North, Range 1 East, lying east of the Ouachita Parish Line;
BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that in conjunction with the foregoing alteration of the District s boundaries, to Ouachita Parish Police Jury hereby amends Sec.20-237 of the Compiled Ordinances of Ouachita Parish to reflect that the name of the District shall henceforth be Cadeville Calhoun Water District, Ouachita Parish, Louisiana. This change of the name is not intended to and shall not be interpreted to affect any existing rights, contracts or obligations of the District; and,
BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that the Public Hearing to be held at 5:30 p.m. on April 15, 2024 in the Ouachita Parish Police Jury Meeting Room of the Ouachita Parish Police Jury Administrative Building, 100 Bry Street, Monroe, La. 71201, concerning the proposed alteration of the boundaries of Cadeville Water District, shall serve as the Public Hearing for this Ordinance;
BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that this ordinance shall become effective upon its adoption by the Ouachita Parish Police Jury.
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Mr. Tyson, seconded by Mrs. Bacon offered the following resolution for adoption.
RESOLUTION NO. 24-22
A RESOLUTION DECLARING THE INTENTION OF THE OUACHITA PARISH POLICE JURY TO ALTER THE BOUNDARIES OF CADEVILLE WATER DISTRICT, OUACHITA PARISH, LOUISIANA ; AND, FURTHER PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO.
WHEREAS, in a Public Meeting held on March 18, 2024, the Ouachita Parish Police Jury introduced a proposed Ordinance No. 9483 to, inter alia, alter the boundaries of Cadeville Water District, Ouachita Parish, Louisiana, to encompass the area described as follows:
A certain tract or parcel of land located in Township 18 North, Range 1 East, Township 18 North, Range 2 East, Township 17 North, Range 1 West, Township 17 North, Range 1 East, Township 17 North, Range 2 East, Township 16 North, Range 1 West, & Township 16 North, Range 1 East, of the Louisiana Principal Meridian, Ouachita Parish, Louisiana & Jackson Parish, Louisiana, Land District North of Red River, and their Sections being more particularly described as follows: Sections 25-28, Township 18 North, Range 1 East, lying south of the southerly right-of-way line of Interstate 20; Section 30, Township 18 North, Range 2 East, lying south of the southerly right-of-way line of Interstate 20; Southeast Quarter of the Southeast Quarter of Section 29, Township 18 North, Range 1 East; Northeast Quarter of the Northeast Quarter of Section 32, Township 18 North, Range 1 East; North Half of Section 33, Township 18 North, Range 1 East; Sections 34- 36, Township 18 North, Range 1 East; Section 31, Township 18 North, Range 2 East; South Half of Section 32, Township 18 North, Range 2 East; and Sections 1-3, 10-12, 13-16, 19-34, Township 17 North, Range 1 East; North Half of Sections 35 & 36, Township 17 North, Range 1 East; and Sections 5-9, 16-21, 29-30, Township 17 North, Range 2 East; North Half of Sections 31 & 32, Township 17 North, Range 2 East; and South Half of Sections 13-14, Township 17 North, Range 1 West; East Half of Sections 22 & 27, Township 17 North, Range 1 West; Sections 23-26, & 36, Township 17 North, Range 1 West; North Half of Section 35, Township 17 North, Range 1 West; and Sections 3-5, Township 16 North, Range 1 East; Sections 6 & 8, Township 16 North, Range 1 East, lying east of the Ouachita Parish Line
WHEREAS, La. R.S. 33:3811 requires that the Ouachita Parish Police Jury provide notice and a hearing prior to the consideration of proposed Ordinance No. 9483:
NOW, THEREFORE:
BE IT RESOLVED that pursuant to La. R.S. 33: 3811 the Ouachita Parish Police Jury hereby declares its intent to alter the boundaries of Cadeville Water District as more particularly described in proposed Ordinance No. 9483, introduced at the Regular Meeting of the OPPJ held on March 18, 2024;
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a Public Hearing be held at 5:30 p.m. on April 15, 2024, concerning the proposed alteration of the boundaries of the Cadeville Water District, said hearing to be held in the Ouachita Parish Police Jury Meeting Room of the Ouachita Parish Police Jury Administrative Building, 100 Bry Street, Monroe, La. 71201;
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that notice of said Public Hearing be published in the Official Journal of the Parish for four consecutive weeks beginning March 21, 2024 and ending April 11, 2024.
The above resolution was adopted the 18th day of March, 2024.
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The president recognized Mr. Bratton.
MR. LARRY BRATTON, DISTRICT C:
Motion offered by Mr. Bratton, seconded by Mrs. Bacon to approve funding for Hunt Guillot & Associates to collect data and provide mapping services for possible garbage districts with the fees for these services to be paid from ARPA funds or the Interest Reserved Fund. Motion passed without opposition.
Motion offered by Mr. Bratton, seconded by Mr. Hudson to authorize Lazenby & Associates to study and prepare a project for the north end drainage outlet of Frenchman s Bend Unit 4. This will be funded through the east side sales tax fund. Motion passed without opposition.
Mr. Bratton, seconded by Mr. Thompson offered the following resolution for adoption.
RESOLUTION NO. 24-21
A RESOLUTION DESIGNATING LAURA WILLIAMS TO SERVE AS THE OUACHITA PARISH POLICE JURY S RESPONSIBLE CHARGE FOR THE OLD NATCHITOCHES ROAD PROJECT (STATE PROJECT NO. H.014350); AND, FURTHER PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO.
WHEREAS, the Ouachita Parish Police Jury ( OPPJ ) has applied for grant funding through the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development ( LaDOTD ) to improve a number of roads in the unincorporated area of Ouachita Parish;
WHEREAS, the Ouachita Parish Police Jury is required to designate an employee to serve as its representative and Responsible Charge for these projects; and,
WHEREAS, the OPPJ desires that its Special Projects Coordinator, Laura Williams, serve as its Responsible Charge for these projects.
NOW, THEREFORE:
BE IT RESOLVED that the Ouachita Parish Police Jury does hereby designate its Special Projects Coordinator, Laura Williams, as Responsible Charge for those projects for which La DOTD requires that the OPPJ designate an OPPJ employee as such, including but not limited to, the Old Natchitoches Road project (State Project No. H.014350).
The above resolution was adopted the 18th day of March 2024.
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The president recognized Mr. Thompson.
MR. MICHAEL THOMPSON, DISTRICT D:
Mr. Thompson asked Mr. Cammack to speak on the cost of remote cameras to be used as litter control devices. Mr. Cammack stated it would be approximately $600.00 for the cameras and an additional $1,800.00 annually for cellular service. Motion offered by Mr. Thompson, seconded by Mr. Hudson to approve the purchase of six such cameras. Motion passed without opposition.
Mr. Thompson spoke regarding illegal dumping and bulk waste pickup in the parish. Sergeant Elam stated that for illegal dump sites, Code Enforcement can call a contractor or have the Ouachita Correctional Center s crew pick it up. No action was taken.
Mr. Thompson asked to defer the matters concerning the proclamations for Wossman High School.
MR. SHANE SMILEY, DISTRICT E:
Mr. Smiley introduced the following ordinance.
ORDINANCE NO. 9482
AN ORDINANCE TO AUTHORIZE AN ACT OF SALE BY THE PARISH OF OUACHITA TO SELL CERTAIN ADJUDICATED PROPERTIES (PARCELS 53202, 57899, 61956 & 65762) 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# 53202: LOT 11 BLOCK 1A, UNIT# 16, BOOKER T. WASHINGTON ADDITION TO THE CITY OF MONROE, OUACHITA PARISH, LOUISIANA, AS PER PLAT IN PLAT BOOK 7, PAGE 34 RECORDS OF OUACHITA PARISH, LOUISIANA, MUNICIPAL ADDRESS: 2927 CHESTER STREET, MONROE, LA; ADJUDCIATED TO THE PARISH 6/01/1993
Purchaser: Jarrell Frederico Wilson Bid: $1,866.66 Auction Date: March 21, 2024
2. PARCEL# 57899: LOT EIGHT (8) SQUARE FIVE (5) RENWICKS ADDITION BEGINNING ONE HUNDRED TEN (110) FEET NORTH OF WOOD STREET AND FRONTING FIFTY-FIVE (55) FEET ON WEST SIDE OF 24TH STREET, DEPTH 150 FEET, MUNICIPAL ADDRESS: 206 S 24TH STREET, MONROE, LA, ADJUDICATED TO THE PARISH ON 6/4/2018
Purchaser: Kenneth Lavall Bid: $1,333.33 Auction Date: March 21, 2024
3. PARCEL# 61956: LOT NINETEEN (19) OF SQUARE FIFTY0 ONE (51) OF OUACHITA COTTON MILLS SECOND ADDITION TO CITY OF MONROE, LOUISIANA, AS PER PLAT ON FILE AND OF RECORD IN PLAT BOOK 1, PAGE 41, OF THE RECORDS OF OUACHITA PARISH, LOUISIANA; MUNICIPAL ADDRESS; 1211 S 1ST STREET, MONROE, LA; ADJUDICATED TO THE PARISH ON 6/30/2020
Purchaser: Multiple Bidders Bid: $1,856.04 Auction Date: March 21, 2024
4. PARCEL# 65762: LOT 1 SQ 22 UNIT 4 BTW ADDITION; MUNICIPAL ADDRESS: 1100 POWELL AVENUE, MONROE LA, ADJUDICATED TO THE PARISH ON 06/11/2019
Purchaser: Elevate Realty, LLC Bid: $942.08 Auction Date: March 21, 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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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, Treasurer. Mr. Cammack stated that he did not have any items.
The president recognized Chief Hemphill, Fire Department. Chief Hemphill stated that he did not have any items.
The president recognized Mr. Mitchell, Assistant District Attorney. Mr. Mitchell stated that he did not have any items.
The president recognized Mr. Murray, Public Works. Mr. Murray stated that he did not have any items.
The president recognized Mr. Smart, Green Oaks. Mr. Smart requested to reclassify Deonta Watkins to Juvenile Detention Officer II part-time. Motion offered by Mr. Hudson, seconded by Mr. Thompson to approve the reclassification. Motion passed without opposition.
Mr. Smart requested to hire the following to the position of Juvenile Detention II part-time: Wilbur Varner, Tavoris Allen, Markayla Smith, Deoveon Spencer, Xavier Lewis and Kemenisha Washington. Motion offered by Mr. Thompson, seconded by Mr. Hudson to approve the new hires as requested. Motion passed without opposition.
The president recognized Mr. Gabb, 911 Office. Mr. Gabb requested to terminate Delisa Besant. Motion offered by Mr. Hudson, seconded by Mr. Thompson to terminate Delisa Besant. Motion passed without opposition.
The president recognized Ms. Mullins, Animal Control. Ms. Mullins requested the following salary increases.
Name
Position
Grade
Step
Hourly Rate
Annual Salary
Kimberlie Tumlison
Kennel Worker
216
38
18.3400
$38,147.20
Alexea Calhoun
Kennel Worker
216
6
13.3282
$27,722.66
Alyceea Neeley
Kennel Worker
216
18
15.0230
$31,247.84
Elizabeth Schoenbaum
Kennel Worker
216
4
13.0649
$27,174.99
Raymond Sotelo
Kennel Worker part-time
216
4
13.0649
$19,022.49
Ericka McCaffrey
Kennel Worker part-time
216
4
13.0649
$19,022.49
Christian Colvin
Animal Control Officer
220
8
16.5270
$34,376.16
Sydney Thompson
Animal Control Officer
220
5
16.0397
$33,362.58
Stephanie Mullins
Animal Control Officer
222
58
30.0039
$62,408.11
Motion offered by Mr. Hudson, seconded by Mr. Thompson to approve the salary increases as requested. 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. Hudson, seconded by Mrs. Bacon to approve the applications as recommended. Motion passed without opposition.
DAHAL, BAL WHITECO INVESTMENT & MANAGEMENT COMPANY LLC DBA CHANCE CASINO BINGO, 704 THOMAS ROAD, WEST MONROE, LA 71292, RETAIL BEER CLASS A , RETAIL LIQUOR CLASS C , 2024 NEW OWNER
DAHAL, BAL WHITECO INVESTMENT & MANAGEMENT COMPANY LLC DBA CHANCE CASINO BINGO II, 5076 CYPRESS STREET, WEST MONROE, LA 71291, RETAIL BEER CLASS A , RETAIL LIQUOR CLASS C , 2024 NEW OWNER
HARDIE, DAWN CYPRESS LAKE CONVENIENCE STORE LLC, 715 CAMP ROAD, WEST MONROE, LA 71292, RETAIL BEER CLASS B , RETAIL LIQUOR CLASS D , 2024 NEW
Mr. Mitchell spoke regarding the following beer and whiskey application and recommended denying the application due to the proximity to Calhoun Middle School and First Baptist Church Calhoun. Motion offered by Mr. Smiley, seconded by Mr. Hudson to deny the application as recommended. Motion passed without opposition.
SPENCER, HARRY FAMILY DOLLAR STORES OF LOUISIANA LLC, DBA FAMILY DOLLAR STORE #27631, 161 HIGHWAY 80 E, CALHOUN, LA 71225, RETAIL BEER CLASS B , 2024 NEW
Mr. Mitchell spoke regarding the following beer and whiskey applications and recommended approval subject to receiving outstanding paperwork. Motion offered by Mr. Hudson, seconded by Mr. Bratton to approve the applications subject to receiving outstanding paperwork. Motion passed with Mrs. Bacon abstaining.
ALI, FAISAL 3T S JMART LLC, 709 SMITH STREET, WEST MONROE, LA 71292, RETAIL BEER CLASS B , RETAIL LIQUOR CLASS D , 2024 NEW OWNER
ALI, FAISAL JMART WINNSBORO ROAD LLC, 4566 WINNSBORO ROAD, MONROE, LA 71202, RETAIL BEER CLASS B , RETAIL LIQUOR CLASS D , 2024 NEW
OTHER BUSINESS:
The president recognized Rev. Kendall Jones, 3517 Church Street, Monroe. Rev. Jones asked to speak regarding the termination of Delisa Besant.
The president recognized Delisa Besant, 1309 South 3rd Street, Monroe. Ms. Besant waived her right to an executive session. Discussion ensued regarding her termination.
There being no other business to come before the Jury, a motion to adjourn was offered by Mrs. Bacon, seconded by Mr. Bratton. The meeting adjourned at 7:38 p.m.
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Shane Smiley, President Karen Cupit, Recording Secretary
