PUBLIC NOTICE
CITY OF OAKDALE
NOTICE OF ORDINANCE
Notice is hereby given that an ordinance was introduced for consideration at the regular meeting of the Mayor and Board of Aldermen of the City of Oakdale, Louisiana, on the 2nd day of November, 2023, the title of which is as follows:
ORDINANCE NUMBER 1512
AN ORDINANCE TO CORRECT THE DESCRIPTION OF IMMOVABLE PROPERTY IN THE SALE OF ADJUDICATED PROPERTY TO ADJOINING LAND OWNERS, AND TO AUTHORIZE THE SIGNING OF AN ACT OF CORRECTION
A public meeting on said Ordinance will be held on December 7, 2023, at 6:15p.m. at the City Hall in Oakdale Louisiana. Thereafter, a vote will be had on said Ordinance at the regular meeting of the Mayor and Board of Aldermen on the 7th day of December, 2023, at 6:30p.m. at the City Hall in Oakdale, Louisiana.
The public is invited to attend and make comment as it may deem appropriate.
The original of said Ordinance is available for inspection at the City Hall between the regular business hours from 8:30a.m. and 4:00p.m., Monday through Friday.
This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
K. RAY RUSH
City Attorney
(PUBLISH: NOVEMBER 9, 16 & 23, 2023)3T
PUBLIC NOTICE
VILLAGE OF ELIZABETH
SURPLUS PROPERTY
for SALE
The Village of Elizabeth will be selling movable surplus property with a minimum bid.
The Surplus Property is a 2012 Dodge Charger. The minimum bid for this car is set at $3500.00.
Sealed Bids will be accepted at the Village Hall until December 11, 2023 at 12noon, then opened during the Council meeting at 6:30pm on December 11, 2023 located at Community Center, 210 Main Street, Elizabeth, LA.
Please post your name and “2012 Charger” only on front of sealed bids. All contact information please list inside along with your bid.
The Village of Elizabeth shall reserve the right to reject any and all bids and remove the item of movable property from sale prior to opening of bids. Any questions, please call the Elizabeth Village Hall at 318-634-5100, Monday-Thursday, 8am-3pm, closed 12n-1p for lunch and Fridays, 8am-12n.
(PUBLISH: NOVEMBER 9 & 23, 2023)2T
PUBLIC NOTICE
ALLEN PARISH
SCHOOL BOARD
MEETING
OCTOBER 9, 2023
The Allen Parish School Board met in regular session at the Allen Parish School Board Office in Oberlin, Louisiana, on Monday, October 9, 2023, at 5:00 p.m. with the following members present:
Kevin Tyler, President; Cathy Farris, Vice-President; Pete Cavenah; Carleen Mahaffey; Carolyn Manuel; Gregory Monceaux; Sally Moreaux and Karen Reed
The meeting began with the invocation given by Karen Reed.
The Allen Parish Teachers of the Year were recognized. Supervisor Marla Sanders gave a biographical sketch of each parish winner. The parish winners are Elementary Teacher of the Year Valerie Guree of Oberlin Elementary School; Middle School Teacher of the Year Rebecca Habetz of Kinder Middle School and High School Teacher of the Year Sullivan Fontenot of Kinder High School. The winners were presented with a $200 check, a plaque and a personalized golden apple.
Motion by Gregory Monceaux, seconded by Carolyn Manuel, unanimously carried to approve the minutes of the September 11, 2023, regular meeting.
Motion by Carolyn Manuel, seconded by Pete Cavenah, unanimously carried to approve the payment of bills authorized by the Finance Committee.
Motion by Karen Reed, seconded by Pete Cavenah, unanimously carried to approve an out-of-state trip for eleven Allen Parish employees to attend the TCEA Convention in Austin, Texas on February 3-7, 2024.
Motion by Gregory Monceaux, seconded by Carleen Mahaffey, unanimously carried to approve an out-of-state trip for Data/Technology Coordinator Elizabeth Faulk to attend System Administrator and Technical Support Conference in Austin, Texas on November 1-3, 2023.
Motion by Cathy Farris, seconded by Karen Reed, unanimously carried to approve an out-of-state trip for Sponsor Jessica Tarver and Elizabeth High School 6th and 7th grade students to visit the Space Center in Houston, Texas on November 16, 2023.
Motion by Carolyn Manuel, seconded by Gregory Monceaux, unanimously carried to table Policy Revisions IDDFB and KGA.
Motion by Carolyn Manuel, seconded by Karen Reed, unanimously carried to approve the following policy revisions:
1. BCBK – Executive Session
2. DC – Annual Operating Budget
3. DID – Audits
4. EBBC – Emergency/Crisis Management
5. EBBI – Public Health Emergency
6. EBCB – Video/Audio Monitoring of School Board Property (New Policy)
7. ED – Student Transportation Management
8. EDC – Student Transportation Safety Program
9. GBRIB – Sick Leave
10. GBRIC – Maternity and Adoptive Leave
11. JQE – Expectant and Parenting Students
Motion by Cathy Farris, seconded by Sally Moreaux, unanimously carried to authorize the superintendent to sign the required Louisiana Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist form reflecting a selection of or rejection of Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist Coverage. This selection is applicable to Commercial Automobile Insurance Coverage for the period of October 1, 2023 to October 1, 2024, as presented.
Motion by Sally Moreaux, seconded by Cathy Farris, unanimously carried to authorize the superintendent to enter into a contract with Alliant Insurance Services for insurance coverage under LARMA for General Liability, Automobile Liability, Great American Crime, and Educators Legal Liability for the period of October 1, 2023 to October 1, 2024.
Motion by Karen Reed, seconded by Sally Moreaux, unanimously carried to approve stipend scale to be added to the 2023-2024 Salary Schedule.
Motion by Carleen Mahaffey, seconded by Carolyn Manuel, unanimously carried to approve the Louisiana Compliance Questionnaire for Kolder, Slaven & Company, LLC for the June 30, 2023, audit.
Motion by Gregory Monceaux, seconded by Cathy Farris, unanimously carried to approve a new job description- Student Support Specialist.
The Board recognized Kinder High School FFA Advisor Sullivan Fontenot and the Kinder High School State Champion Forestry Team.
Superintendent Soileau included the following items in his report to the Board:
1. Congratulations were once again expressed to all the Teacher of the Year winners.
2. Kathy Shields with SPIRE Intervention Support System, gave an overview of the program and gave a demonstration to the board members.
3. CTE Supervisor Kim Rider reviewed the Student Impact Jump Start Summers Program.
4. Christin Duplichan was introduced as the new Fairview High School Assistant Principal.
5. Tracy Richard was introduced as the new Secretary to the Superintendent.
Motion by Carolyn Manuel, seconded by Karen Reed, unanimously carried to adjourn.
Kevin Tyler, President
Allen Parish School Board
ATTEST:
Brad Soileau, Secretary
Allen Parish School Board
(PUBLISH: NOVEMBER 23, 2023)1T
PUBLIC NOTICE
CITY OF OAKDALE
MEETING
OCTOBER 5, 2023
Called to order at 6:15 was a Public Hearing to discuss the City of Oakdale’s sale of adjudicated property. No comments were made.
The City Council Meeting was held at the City Hall Courtroom at 333 E 6th Avenue, Oakdale LA
Called to Order at 6:30 PM:
1. Approval of Agenda and add ons, motion was made by Councilman Smith, second by Councilwoman Allison. 4/5, 1 absent.
2. Roll Call- Interim City Clerk Paul Abrusley:
Present: Recording Secretary Alison Doyle, Mayor Gene Paul, Councilman Ervin Willis, Councilman at Large Ashy, City Clerk Paul Abrusley, Councilwoman Cassandra Allison, Councilman Smith and City Attorney, Ray Rush. Councilman Douglas, absent.
3. Prayer- OHS student, Ainslie Willis
4. Pledge- OHS student, Anjel Morrow
5. Approval of Minutes from September 7,2023, Regular Council Meeting. A motion was made by Councilwoman Allison, second by Councilman Smith. 4/5, 1 absent.
6. Mayor Gene Paul
a. Jason Murphy with Meyer and Meyer gave updates on on-going projects.
b. ADD ON to pass a resolution to adopt all required OCD policies and procedures for the LWI Project. A motion was made by Councilman Smith, second by Councilwoman Allison. 4/5, 1 absent.
7. Permit Clerk Eureka Wade presented mobile home permit requests for Bobbye and Joey Hampton on 304 Anderson Street, a motion was made to approve by Councilwoman Allison, second by Councilman at Large Ashy. 4/5, 1 absent. Permit request for mobile home for Matthew Ware and John Emons at 417 Avenue B. A motion was made by Councilman Smith, second by Councilman at Large Ashy. 4/5, 1 absent.
8. City Clerk Paul Abrusley presented monthly report card.
Request to adopt resolution to select a project for the FY2024/2025 LCDBG Program. A motion was made to adopt by Councilwoman Allison, second by Councilman at Large Ashy. 4/5, 1 absent.
Request to adopt resolution committing to use local funds to pay for engineering costs relating to the FY 2024/2025 LCDBG Program. A motion to adopt was made by Councilman at Large Ashy, second by Councilwoman Allison. 4/5, 1 absent.
Request to adopt resolution committing to use local funds to pay for administration costs relating to the FY 2024/2025 LCDBG Program. A motion was made by Councilman Smith, second by Councilwoman Allison. 4/5, 1 absent.
9. Administrative Assistant Alison Doyle opened sealed bids on sale of adjudicated property. Lot on Oak Street bid was won by Nathaniel Haley with a bid of $3300 with a minimum bid requirement of $3000. Lot on Magnolia Street bid was won by Scotty Potts with a bid of $2100 with a minimum bid requirement of $2000. Lot on Hickory Street bid was won by Nathaniel Haley with a bid of $2700 with a minimum bid requirement of $2500. Property on W Beck Ave bid was won by Jerry Odom with a bid of $7000 with a minimum bid requirement of $4000. Lot on Church Street was won by Walter Mitchell with a bid of $3001 with a minimum bid requirement of $2200. Lot on Bernice Street bid was won by Arnold Johnson with a bid of $2400 with a minimum bid requirement of $2000.
10. Police Chief Chad Doyle
a. Recommendation to move Sadie Chatman from FT Records/Evidence Clerk to PT dispatcher. A motion to approve was made by Councilman at Large Ashy, second by Councilman Smith. 4/5, 1 absent.
b. Recommendation to provisionally appoint Magnolia Nelson from FT dispatcher to FT Records/Evidence Clerk. A motion to approve by Councilman Smith, second by Councilman at Large Ashy. 4/5, 1 absent.
c. Chief gave his monthly report.
11. Fire Chief Eric Maricle
a. Chief gave monthly report.
12. Adjourn – A motion was made to adjourn by Councilman at Large Ashy, second by Councilman Smith. 4/5, 1 absent.
Mayor Gene Paul
ATTEST:
Paul Abrusley, City Clerk
(PUBLISH: NOVEMBER 23, 2023)1T
PUBLIC NOTICE
CITY OF OAKDALE
MEETING
NOVEMBER 2, 2023
The City Council Meeting was held at the City Hall Courtroom at 333 E 6th Avenue, Oakdale LA
Called to Order at 6:30 PM:
1. Approval of Agenda, motion was made by Councilman at Large Ashy, second by Councilman Smith. 3/5, 2 absent.
2. Roll Call- Interim City Clerk Paul Abrusley:
Present: Recording Secretary Alison Doyle, Mayor Gene Paul, Councilman Ervin Willis, Councilman at Large Ashy, City Clerk Paul Abrusley, Councilman Smith and City Attorney, Ray Rush. Councilwoman Cassandra Allison and Councilman Douglas, absent.
3. Prayer- OHS student, CJ Waller
4. Pledge- OHS student, Charles Shird
5. Approval of Minutes from October 5, 2023, Regular Council Meeting. A motion was made by Councilman Smith, second by Councilman at Large Ashy. 3/5, 2 absent.
6. Mayor Gene Paul
a. Luke Miller with Meyer and Meyer gave updates on on-going projects.
b. Jerry Odom made a request for the city to abandon Fussell Street adjoined to his property. City Attorney Ray Rush stated he needed to research this, and we will revisit next month.
7. Mike Hefner
a. Approval to adopt one of the redistricting drafts. A motion to adopt draft #3 was made by Councilman at Large, second by Councilman Smith. 3/5, 2 absent.
8. City Clerk Paul Abrusley presented monthly report card.
9. City Attorney Ray Rush
a. Requested approval to correct property description on current deed for the sale of adjudicated property to Michael and Mandy Reed. He will correct the ordinance and advertise again and sell that property for the same price and same reason. A motion to approve was made by Councilman Smith, second by Councilman Willis. 3/5, 2 absent.
b. Approval to pass the guidelines used by the Parish for the sale of adjudicated property. City Attorney Ray Rush will research the ordinance and will revisit at another time.
10. Police Chief Chad Doyle
a. Recommendation to move Katrina Ford from Part Time Dispatcher to Full Time Dispatcher as she has passed her civil service test. A motion to approve was made by Councilman Smith, second by Councilman at Large Ashy. 3/5, 2 absent.
b. Recommendation to move Megan Aymond Maricle from Part Time Dispatcher to Full Time Dispatcher as she has passed her civil service test. A motion to approve was made by Councilman Smith, second by Councilman at Large Ashy. 3/5, 2 absent.
c. Chief gave his monthly report.
11. Fire Chief Eric Maricle
a. Secretary to the Chief Samantha Giles gave the monthly report.
12. Adjourn – A motion was made to adjourn by Councilman at Large Ashy, second by Councilman Willis. 3/5, 2 absent.
Mayor Gene Paul
ATTEST:
Paul Abrusley, City Clerk
(PUBLISH: NOVEMBER 23, 2023)1T
PUBLIC NOTICE
NORTHWEST ALLEN PARISH WATERWORKS DISTRICT
The following resolution was offered for adoption by Charles Morrow, and seconded by Shirley Stanton:
RESOLUTION
A resolution authorizing the incurring of debt and issuance of a Taxable Excess Revenue Bond, Series 2024, in an amount not to exceed $2,313,000, by Northwest Allen Parish Waterworks District, Allen Parish, Louisiana; and providing for other matters in connection therewith.
BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Waterworks Commissioners of Northwest Allen Parish Waterworks District, Allen Parish, Louisiana (the “Governing Authority”), acting as the governing authority of Northwest Allen Parish Waterworks District, Allen Parish, Louisiana, that:
SECTION 1. Authorization and Sale of Bond. Pursuant to La. R.S. 39:526 and Sub-Part A of Part II of Chapter 4 of Subtitle II of Title 39 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, as amended, and other constitutional and statutory authority (collectively, the “Act”), Northwest Allen Parish Waterworks District, Allen Parish, Louisiana (the “District”), is hereby authorized to incur debt for the purpose of paying costs of constructing and acquiring improvements, extensions and replacements to the drinking water system of the District, including equipment, fixtures and accessories therefor, a work of public improvement for the District, and paying costs of issuance, and to represent said indebtedness, the District shall issue its Taxable Excess Revenue Bond. Series 2024, in an amount not exceeding Two Million Three Hundred Thirteen Thousand Dollars ($2,313,000) (the “Bond”). The Bond shall be issued in the form of a single fully registered bond, dated the date of delivery thereof and numbered R-1. The Bond shall be non-interest bearing and shall mature not later than ten (10) years from date thereof. The principal of the Bond will be subject to forgiveness as provided in Section 3 below. The President of the Governing Authority may approve a different series designation if the Bond is delivered after the end of calendar year 2024.
Pursuant to the Act and La. R.S. 39:505(B). the District has determined to sell the Bond at a private sale without the necessity of publishing any notice of sale. Accordingly, the Bond is hereby sold to the Louisiana Department of Health Drinking Water Revolving Loan Fund (the “Department”). The purchase price of the Bond shall be paid to the District by the Department in installments on an “as-needed” basis, and the date and amount of each installment of the purchase price shall be noted on the Bond and the obligation of the District to repay the principal of the Bond shall only accrue to the extent of the purchase price of the Bond theretofore paid by the Department.
SECTION 2. Form and Execution of Bond. The Bond shall be in substantially the form attached hereto as Exhibit A, and the President and the Secretary of the Governing Authority are authorized and directed on behalf of the District to execute, seal and deliver the Bond to the Department.
SECTION 3. Security for Bond: Principal Forgiveness. As provided by the Act, the Bond will be secured by and payable from the revenues of the District of subsequent years, after the payment from such revenues of (l) all charges required by law or regulation, (2) all contractual obligations, (3) all necessary and usual charges provided for by ordinance or resolution, excluding depreciation and (4) all payments in respect of bonds for which a pledge or dedication of specified taxes or revenues has been provided by law or in proceedings authorizing such bonds, regardless of the date of issue of such bonds, all in accordance with the provisions of the Act. The Governing Authority shall budget and set aside from time to time as necessary sufficient revenues, subject to the foregoing, to pay the principal of the Bond when due.
However, it is understood that the terms of the purchase of the Bond by the Department provide that the District’s obligation to repay the principal of the Bond will be forgiven simultaneously with the payment by the Department of each installment of the purchase price of the Bond. Accordingly, it is anticipated that no payments of principal, interest or administrative fees to the Department will ever be due and payable on the Bond. Notwithstanding any law or contractual provision to the contrary, the forgiveness at any time of any or all of the principal of the Bond theretofore advanced by the Department shall in no way extinguish the Bond or the obligation thereof with respect to the yet-to-be advanced portion of the principal thereof.
SECTION 4. Recital of Regularity. This Governing Authority, having investigated the regularity of the proceedings had in connection with the Bond, and having determined the same to be regular, the Bond shall contain the following recital authorized by and having the effect set forth in R.S. 39:507, to wit:
“It is certified that this indebtedness is authorized by and is issued in conformity with the requirements of the Constitution and statutes of Louisiana.”
SECTION 5. Loan Documents. The Commitment Agreement and the Loan and Pledge Agreement to be entered into with the Department, are hereby approved. The President and the Secretary of the Governing Authority are authorized to execute and deliver the Commitment Agreement and the Loan and Pledge Agreement on behalf of the District with such changes as may be deemed necessary, upon the advice of bond counsel, in connection with the Bond.
SECTION 6. Authorization of Officers. The President and the Secretary of the Governing Authority are hereby further authorized and directed, for and on behalf of the District, to accept, receive, execute, seal, attest and deliver all such additional documents, certificates and other instruments as are required in connection with the authorization, issuance, sale and delivery of the Bond and to take such further action as may be appropriate or required by law or advised by bond counsel in connection with the authorization, issuance, sale and delivery of the Bond.
SECTION 7. Publication; Peremption. A copy of this resolution shall be published immediately after its adoption in one issue of the official journal of the District, provided that as provided by La. R.S. 39:509, the exhibit to this resolution (the form of Bond) need not be published but will instead be available for public inspection at the office of the Governing Authority during regular business hours on weekday.
For thirty (30) days after the date of such publication, any person in interest may contest the legality of this resolution and of any provision herein made for the security and payment of the Bond. After that time, no one shall have any cause of action to test the regularity, formality, legality, or effectiveness of this resolution, and provisions thereof for any cause whatsoever. Thereafter, it shall be conclusively presumed that every legal requirement for the issuance of the Bond, has been complied with. No court shall have authority to inquire into any of these matters after the Thirteen days.
SECTION 8. No Recourse on the Bond. No recourse shall be had for the payment of the Bond or for any claim based thereon or on this resolution against any member of the Governing Authority or officer of the District or any person executing the Bond.
SECTION 9. Effective Date. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon adoption.
This resolution having been submitted to a vote, the vote thereon was as follows:
Members:
Yeas: Charles Morrow, Shirley Stanton, Joshua Thompson; Nays: 0; Absent: Joy Beth Williams; Abstaining: 0;
(currently vacant)
And the resolution was declared adopted on this, the 13th day of November, 2023.
/s/ Charles Morrow
Board Member
/s/ Penny M. Johnson
Secretary
Exhibit A is available for review during normal business hours at the Northwest Allen Parish Waterworks District office, 4387 Highway 377, Grant, LA.
(PUBLISH: NOVEMBER 23, 2023)1T
PUBLIC NOTICE
VILLAGE OF ELIZABETH
PARISH OF ALLEN
ORDINANCE 12-18A
An Ordinance amending preparation and filing costs of lien fee in Section 4.F. and added section 4.j. of the Village of ELIZABETH code of ordinance 14-18A which provides for instruction to record a release by obligee of record and a request for cancellation form with the recorder of mortgages in this parish.
At a regular meeting held the 13th day of NOVEMBER, 2023 by the Mayor and Aldermen of the Village of ELIZABETH the said governing body considered AN AMENDMENT TO ORDINANCE 12-18 to become Ordinance 12-18A.
Be it further resolved, that if any provision of this Ordinance or the application thereof is held invalid, such invalidity shall not affect other provisions, items or application of this Ordinance which can be given effect without the invalid provisions, items or application and it this end the provisions of this Ordinance are hereby declared severable.
Now therefore, be it ORDAINED that this ordinance having been submitted in writing and then submitted to final vote as a whole and the vote thereon being as followed:
Public Hearing on this Ordinance was held on the 13th day of November, 2023 at 6:30 P.M. at the Community Center located at 210 East Main Street, Elizabeth, Louisiana.
The above and foregoing Ordinance was read and called for a vote by the Mayor at a meeting of the Village Aldermen called for said purpose on the 13h day of November, 2023. Motion was made by Alderwoman Stacy Weldon and seconded by Alderwoman Mea Dillehay to adopt said ordinance.
The vote thereon: Mea Dillehay-yea; Stacy Weldon-yea; Ken Kelly- yea
APPROVED:
/s/Mandy L Green, Mayor
ATTEST:
/s/Denise Lee, LCM Clerk
Full ordinance not posted in paper due to length. tHose individuals wishing to read the full ordinance may contact the Elizabeth village office during regular business hours or visit www.villageofelizabeth.com.
(PUBLISH: NOVEMBER 23, 2023)1T
PUBLIC NOTICE
VILLAGE OF ELIZABETH
ALLEN PARISH
ORDINANCE 44-2023A
AN ORDINANCE amending civil violation penalties of the Village of ELIZABETH code of ordinance 44-2023 which provides for the enforcement of certain traffic violation by automated means and provides for civil penalties for certain traffic violations enforced by automated means, and otherwise providing with respect thereto
At a regular meeting held the 13th day of NOVEMBER, 2023 by the Mayor and Aldermen of the Village of ELIZABETH the said governing body considered AN AMENDMENT TO ORDINANCE 44-2023 to become Ordinance 44-2023A.
Be it further resolved, that if any provision of this Ordinance or the application thereof is held invalid, such invalidity shall not affect other provisions, items or application of this Ordinance which can be given effect without the invalid provisions, items or application and it this end the provisions of this Ordinance are hereby declared severable.
Now therefore, be it ORDAINED that this ordinance having been submitted in writing and then submitted to final vote as a whole and the vote thereon being as followed:
Public Hearing on this Ordinance was held on the 13th day of November, 2023 at 6:30 P.M. at the Community Center located at 210 East Main Street, Elizabeth, Louisiana.
The above and foregoing Ordinance was read and called for a vote by the Mayor at a meeting of the Village Aldermen called for said purpose on the 13h day of November, 2023. Motion was made by Alderman Ken Kelly and seconded by Alderwoman Mea Dillehay to adopt said ordinance.
The vote thereon: Mea Dillehay-yea; Stacy Weldon-yea; Ken Kelly- yea
APPROVED:
/s/Mandy L Green, Mayor
ATTEST:
/s/Denise Lee, LCM Clerk
Full ordinance not posted in paper due to length. Those individuals wishing to read the full ordinance may contact the Elizabeth village office during regular business hours.
(PUBLISH: NOVEMBER 23, 2023)1T
PUBLIC NOTICE
VILLAGE OF ELIZABETH
Resolution No. 97-2023
A RESOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE OF ELIZABETH TO ADJUST THE SEWER RATES FOR THE ELIZABETH RECREATION DISTRICT
WHEREAS, the Elizabeth Recreation District currently pays a sewer rate in accordance with current law,
WHEREAS, the sewer rate currently charged to the Elizabeth Recreation District does not accurately reflect the consumption of the Elizabeth Recreation District,
WHEREAS, it is necessary to vary the sewer rate charged to the Elizabeth Recreation District to accurately reflect its consumption,
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 97-2023 would allow the Village of Elizabeth to charge the Elizabeth Recreation District pay the current base rate of $38.00 as its sewer rate.
THE ABOVE RESOLUTION was presented on the 13th day of November, 2023 in a regular meeting.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Village of Elizabeth Board of Aldermen hereby adopts Resolution 97-2023 in a regular called meeting at the Elizabeth Village Hall at 6:30p.m. on November 2023..
A motion was made by Ken Kelly and seconded by Stacy Weldon.
YEAS: 3
NAYS: 0
ABSENT: 0
APPROVED:
/s/Mandy L Green, Mayor
ATTEST:
/s/Denise Lee, LCM Clerk
(PUBLISH: NOVEMBER 23, 2023)1T
PUBLIC NOTICE
The following resolution was offered by Ken Kelly and seconded by Stacy Weldon.
VILLAGE OF ELIZABETH, LOUISIANA
RESOLUTION NO. 98-2023
A Resolution Authorizing the Mayor and City Attorney to negotiate and enter into a Settlement with the Louisiana Municipal Police Employees Retirement System (MPERS) to resolve alleged outstanding liability for past due contributions allegedly owned by Village of Elizabeth to MPERS
WHEREFORE, the Board of Alderman, having been advised that the Louisiana Municipal Police Employees Retirement System (MPERS) has threatened litigation against Village of Elizabeth concerning past due contributions allegedly owed by village to MPERS; and
WHEREFORE, considering the threat of litigation, considering the settlement offer embodied in that certain Resolution of the Board of Directors of the Louisiana Municipal Police Employees Retirement System adopted on July 19, 2023, considering the financial cost and risk of loss related to litigation over this matter, and considering the advice of legal counsel, the Board of Aldermen find that settlement is in the best interest of the village;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Board of Aldermen of the Village of Elizabeth, Louisiana, acting as the governing authority of Village of Elizabeth, State of Louisiana do hereby authorize the Mayor and City Attorney to negotiate and enter into settlement with MPERS to fully and finally resolve the claims made by MPERS against the village for past due contributions to the MPERS fund.
THUS DONE AND PASSED, on this 13th day of November, 2023 with a vote thereon as follows:
YEAS: 3
NAYS:0
ABSTAIN: 0
ABSENT: 0
CERTIFICATE OF ADOPTION
I hereby certify that the foregoing is a true copy of the Resolution passed at the regular meeting of the Village of Elizabeth, Louisiana, held on the 13th day of November, 2023.
Attest by:
/s/Denise Lee, Village Clerk
(PUBLISH: NOVEMBER 23, 2023)1T
PUBLIC NOTICE
VILLAGE OF ELIZABETH
Resolution 99-2023
AWARD BID FOR 307 Cypress Street Immovable SURPLUS PROPERTY
At a regular meeting of the Mayor and Village Council of the Village of Elizabeth, Louisiana, held on November 13, 2023, at which meeting a quorum was present, due notice of same having been made according to law, the following Resolution was made:
WHEREAS, this resolution awards bid for immovable surplus property 307 Cypress Street to be awarded to Diana and Jeb Moore in the amount of $8,610.99.
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that council awards bid to Diana and Jeb Moore.
This Resolution being submitted to a vote, the vote thereon was as follows:
YEAS: 3
NAYS: 0
ABSENT AND NOT VOTING: 0
And the Resolution was declared adopted on this, the13th day of November, 2023.
APPROVED:
/s/Mandy L Green, Mayor
ATTEST:
/s/Denise Lee, LCM Clerk
(PUBLISH: NOVEMBER 23, 2023)1T
PUBLIC NOTICE
VILLAGE OF ELIZABETH
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING ADVERTISEMENT
FOR BIDS
LCDBG SEWER IMPROVEMENTS
NOVEMBER 13, 2023
RESOLUTION 100-2023
At a Meeting of the Mayor and Board of Aldermen of the Village of Elizabeth, Louisiana, held on Monday, November 13, 2023, at which meeting a quorum was present, due notice of same having been made according to law, the following Resolution was made:
WHEREAS, the Village of Elizabeth desires to improve its wastewater treatment facilities; and
WHEREAS, the Village of Elizabeth has received $1,080,000 in grant funding from the Louisiana Community Development Block Grant (LCDBG) program with sufficient funds to cover the Engineer’s cost estimate;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Mayor is hereby authorized, on behalf of the Village, to perform the following:
1. Publicly advertise for bids on the Wastewater Treatment Plant Improvements upon receipt of the LDH permit and funding agency approval; and
2. Provide additional information that may be required by the Office of Community Development – Local Government Assistance.
This Resolution being submitted to a vote, the vote thereon was as follows:
YEAS: 3
NAYS: 0
ABSENT AND NOT VOTING: 0
And the Resolution was declared adopted on this, the 13th day of November, 2023.
APPROVED:
/s/Mandy L Green, Mayor
ATTEST:
/s/Denise Lee, LCM Clerk
(PUBLISH: NOVEMBER 23, 2023)1T
PUBLIC NOTICE
ALLEN PARISH FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT NO. 6 WILL CONDUCT A BUDGET MEETING ON DECEMBER 12, 2022 AT 5:30 PM AT 1421 WARD ROAD IN OAKDALE, LOUISIANA. THE PURPOSE OF THE MEETING IS TO INVITE PUBLIC COMMENT ON THE DISTRICT’S PROPOSED AMENDED BUDGET FOR THE 2023 CALENDAR YEAR AND PROPOSED ORIGINAL BUDGET FOR THE 2024 CALENDAR YEAR, AND ADOPTION OF SAME.
THE FOLLOWING IS ONLY A SUMMARY EACH PROPOSED BUDGET. DETAILED BUDGET DOCUMENTS AND OTHER FINANCIAL RECORDS ARE AVAILABLE AND ON FILE IN THE DISTRICT’S OFFICE. INTERESTED PERSONS MAY EXAMINE THE BUDGET DOCUMENTS BETWEEN THE HOURS OF 8:30- 4:00, MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY. THIS NOTICE IS PREPARED AND PUBLISHED IN COMPLIANCE WITH LOUISIANA REVISED STATUTES 39:1301-1314.
TINA WILLIAMS, SECRETARY
PROPOSED BUDGET SUMMARY
AMENDED ORIGINAL
2023 BUDGET 2024 BUDGET
BEGINNING FUND BALANCE $ 2,174,980 $ 1,552,605
REVENUES 499,000 465,000
FUNDS AVAILABLE 2,673,980 1,990,605
OPERATING EXPENDITURES 173,375 174,200
CAPITAL OUTLAYS 975,000 450,000
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 1,148,375 624,200
EXCESS (DEFICIENCY) OF REVENUES
OVER (UNDER) EXPENDITURES (649,375) (159,200)
ENDING FUND BALANCE $ 1,525,605 $ 1,366,405
(PUBLISH: NOVEMBER 23, 2023)1T
PUBLIC NOTICE
A Course of Instruction for Commissioner-In-Charge in Allen Parish will be held and all interested persons are invited to attend. Persons who wish to serve as Commissioner-In-Charge must attend this meeting. In accordance with R.S. 18:424 and 18:425, you must have the following qualifications to serve as a Commissioner-In-Charge.
1. You must be able to vote without assistance.
2. You must not be a candidate in the election.
3. You may be selected to serve in any precinct in the ward in which
you are registered to vote.
4. You must not have been convicted of any election offense.
5. You must have attended a Course of Instruction for Commissioner.
6. You must have served as a Commissioner in two previous elections.
The Commissioner-In-Charge school will be held in the ALLEN PARISH VOTING MACHINE WAREHOUSE, 206 W. 6TH AVENUE, (MAIN STREET) OBERLIN, LA ON MONDAY, DECEMBER 4, 2023 AT 5:30 P.M. A Certificate of Instruction will be given to those completing this course and persons receiving this certificate will be eligible to serve as Commissioner-In-Charge during the coming year, 2024. If drawn to serve as Commissioner-In-Charge you will be asked to attend an additional school for the specific election at which you will serve.
STACEY C. HURST, CLERK OF COURT AND CUSTODIAN OF VOTING MACHINES, ALLEN PARISH, LOUISIANA
**The Board of Supervisors of Elections for Allen Parish will meet on Friday, January 12, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. in the Registrar of Voters Office at 105 North 5th Street, Oberlin, LA for the purpose of drawing Commissioners-In-Charge for the Year of 2024.**
(PUBLISH: NOVEMBER 23, 2023)1T
POSITION NOTICE
The Allen Parish School Board is seeking
person(s) to fill the following position(s):
One (1) Custodian for
ELIZABETH HIGH SCHOOL (10 Month)
Minimum Requirements:
1. Twenty-one years of age or older.
2. Good general health with no physical
condition that prohibits heavy cleaning
or lifting.
3. Ability to take directions and work
independently to complete assigned tasks.
4. Keeps building and premises, including
sidewalks and parking lot neat and clean
at all times.
5. Performs other tasks assigned by the
appropriate authority.
Salary: Allen Parish Salary Schedule
Application Deadline: December 1, 2023
Special Requirements: A physical exam is
required prior to beginning work.
APPLY:
Allen Parish School Board Office
1111 West 7th Ave. • P O Drawer C
Oberlin, Louisiana 70655
This Institution is an equal opportunity provider
(PUBLISH: NOVEMBER 16 & 23, 2023)2T