PUBLIC NOTICE
ADVERTISEMENT
FOR BIDS
Sealed bids will be received at the Allen Parish Police Jury, 602 Court Street, Oberlin, LA 70655 until 3:00 P.M., March 21st, 2024.
Online bid submission will be accepted using the Central Bidding Website: https://www.centralauctionhouse.com/main.php
FOR: ALLEN PARISH POLICE JURY – 2024 CAPITAL OUTLAY ROADWAY IMPROVEMENTS
ASPHALT CONTRACT
Complete Bid Documents for this project are available in electronic form only. They may be obtained without charge and without deposit from the Allen Parish Engineer, Jacob Dillehay, P.E. at jdillehay@appj.us. Printed copies are not available from the Designer, but arrangements can be made to obtain them through most reprographic firms. Plan holders are responsible for their own reproduction costs. Questions about this procedure shall be directed to the Parish Engineer at: PHONE (337) 639-4328.
All bids shall be accompanied by bid security in an amount of five percent (5.0%) of the sum of the base bid and all alternates. The form of this security shall be as stated in the Instructions to Bidders included in the Bid Documents for this project.
The successful Bidder shall be required to furnish a Performance and Payment Bond written as described in the Instructions to Bidders included in the Bid Documents for this project.
NO PREBID CONFERENCE WILL BE HELD
Bids shall be accepted from Contractors who are licensed under LA. R.S. 37:2150-2192 for the classification of HIGHWAY, STREET, AND BRIDGE CONSTRUCTION or PERMANENT OR PAVED HIGHWAYS AND STREETS. Bidder is required to comply with provisions and requirements of LA R.S. 38:2212(B)(5). No bid may be withdrawn for a period of forty-five (45) days after receipt of bids, except under the provisions of LA. R.S. 38:2214.
The Owner reserves the right to reject any and all bids for just cause. In accordance with La. R.S. 38:2212(B)(1), the provisions and requirements of this Section; and those stated in the bidding documents shall not be waived by any entity.
When this project is financed either partially or entirely with State Bonds or financed in whole or in part by federal or other funds which are not readily available at the time bids are received, the award of this Contract is contingent upon the granting of lines of credit, or the sale of bonds by the Bond Commission or the availability of federal or other funds. The State shall incur no obligation to the Contractor until the Contract Between Owner and Contractor is fully executed.
ALLEN PARISH
POLICE JURY
/s/ TONY HEBERT, PRESIDENT
(PUBLISH: FEBRUARY 8, 15 & 22, 2024)3T
PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that, in accordance with L.R.S. 3:1609 and LAC 7:XV.314 (A), the Louisiana Department of Agriculture & Forestry, Louisiana Boll Weevil Eradication Commission, has established a boll weevil eradication zone, the Louisiana Eradication Zone, consisting of all the territory within the state of Louisiana.
Notice is further given that all producers of commercial cotton in Louisiana are required to participate in the boll weevil eradication program, including cost sharing, in accordance with the Boll Weevil Eradication Law and regulations. This includes, but is not limited to, reporting of cotton acreage and destruction of cotton plants and stalks by December 31 of each crop year. A copy of the law and rules and regulations may be obtained from the Boll Weevil Eradication Commission, 5825 Florida Blvd. Ste. 3002, Baton Rouge, La. 70806, telephone number (225) 922-1338.
Notice is also given that the planting of noncommercial cotton is PROHIBITED in Louisiana unless a written waiver is obtained from the Commissioner of Agriculture & Forestry in accordance with LAC 7:XV.319(C). To request a waiver, submit a written application to the Department of Agriculture and Forestry, at the address provided in this notice, stating the conditions under which such written waiver is requested.
(PUBLISH: FEBRUARY 15, 22 & 29, 2024)3T
PUBLIC NOTICE
ALLEN PARISH
TOURIST COMMISSION
MEETING
DECEMBER 12, 2023
CALL TO ORDER: A quorum being present, the meeting was called to order by Chairman Dr. Mike Karam. The prayer was led by Adagria Haddock, and all participated in the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL: Those present for the meeting were: Dr. Mike Karam, Odessa House, Wilma Hargrove, Martha Turner and Keith Guillory. Bettye Clement and Angela Hayward was absent.
APPROVAL OF NOVEMBER 28, 2023 MINUTES: A motion was made by Martha Turner and seconded by Wilma Hargrove, to accept the minutes as written. A unanimous vote was had.
APPROVAL OF DIRECTOR’S REPORT: A motion was made by Martha Turner and seconded by Wilma Hargrove, to approve the Director’s report. A unanimous vote was had.
APPROVAL OF FINANCE REPORT: A motion was made by Martha Turner and seconded Wilma Hargrove, to accept the Finance Report as written. A unanimous vote was had.
ADJOURNMENT: There being no more business to come before the Board, a motion was made by Keith Guillory and was seconded by Wilma Hargrove, to adjourn the meeting. A unanimous vote was had.
(PUBLISH: FEBRUARY 22, 2024)1T
PUBLIC NOTICE
ALLEN PARISH
TOURIST COMMISSION
MEETING
JANUARY 30, 2024
CALL TO ORDER: A quorum being present, the meeting was called to order by Chairman Dr. Mike Karam. The prayer was led by Adagria Haddock, and all participated in the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL: Those present for the meeting were: Dr. Mike Karam, Odessa House, Wilma Hargrove, Martha Turner and Keith Guillory. Bettye Clement and Angela Hayward was absent.
APPROVAL OF DECEMBER 12, 2023 MINUTES: A motion was made by Keith Guillory and seconded by Martha Turner, to accept the minutes as written. A unanimous vote was had.
DISCUSSION OF REMAINING SURPLUS LEATHERWOOD ITEMS: After discussion, a motion was made by Keith Guillory and seconded by Martha Turner, to price and sell to the public, remaining Leatherwood items. A unanimous vote was had.
DISCUSSION OF FENCE REPAIR & LIMB REMOVAL AT THE LEATHERWOOD HOUSE: After discussion, a motion was made by Keith Guillory, and seconded by Wilma Hargrove to proceed with said repair and removal. A unanimous vote was had.
APPROVAL OF DIRECTOR’S REPORT: A motion was made by Martha Turner and seconded by Keith Guillory, to approve the Director’s report. A unanimous vote was had.
APPROVAL OF FINANCE REPORT: A motion was made by Wilma Hargrove and seconded by Martha Turner, to accept the Finance Report as written. A unanimous vote was had.
ADJOURNMENT: There being no more business to come before the Board, a motion was made by Wilma Hargrove and was seconded by Keith Guillory, to adjourn the meeting. A unanimous vote was had.
(PUBLISH: FEBRUARY 22, 2024)1T
PUBLIC NOTICE
TOWN OF KINDER
MEETING
December 4, 2023
The Notice of Meeting/Agenda having been duly posted in accordance with requirements, and a quorum being present, the meeting was called to order by Mayor Wayland LaFargue at 6:00 p.m.
Mayor, Council and Staff Present: Wayland LaFargue, Mayor; Maria DeWees, Councilwoman Dist. 2; Jerry Nevils, Jr., Councilman Dist. 3; Angie Van Norman, Councilwoman Dist.4; Susanne Sonnier, Councilwoman at Large; Traci Fontenot, Town Clerk; Michael Holmes, Town Attorney; Eric Fontenot, Public Works Superintendent
Council and Staff Absent: LaToya Tunwar, Councilwoman Dist. 1; Paul Courville, Chief of Police; Wesley Miller, Pan American Engineers;
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Mayor LaFargue asked the council to consider approving the minutes for the regular council meeting of November 6, 2023.
Motion to dispense with the reading of the minutes from November 6, 2023, and approve them as distributed made by Councilwoman DeWees, second by Councilwoman Sonnier. Vote: 4-0, passed.
MAYOR REPORT: Mayor LaFargue asked the council to consider adding agenda item 8.c. “Executive session to discuss natural gas negotiations with the Coushatta Tribe.” After some discussion, a motion was made.
Motion to add item 8.c. Executive session to discuss natural gas negotiations with the Coushatta Tribe to the agenda made by Councilwoman Van Norman, second by Councilwoman Sonnier. Vote: 4-1, passed.
Mayor LaFargue also asked council to consider moving the January council meeting to Monday, January 8, 2024 because of the New Year holiday. After some discussion, a motion was made.
Motion to move the January council meeting to Monday, January 8, 2024 made by Councilman Nevils, second by Councilwoman Van Norman. Vote: 4-0, passed.
TOWN ATTORNEY REPORT: Mr. Holmes asked council to consider the renewal of local beer and liquor licenses for 2024. Businesses are: Polos Mexican Restaurant Bar & Grill, Club Hi-Roller, Daiquiri Shack of Kinder, El Maguey, La Rumba, Chadeaux’s, Tobacco Plus, Ted’s Quick Stop, Market Basket, Kinder Quick Stop, Dollar General, The Buzz, Family Dollar. After some discussion, a motion was made.
Motion to approve the applications for renewal of beer and liquor licenses for 2024 made by Councilwoman Van Norman, second by Councilman Nevils. Vote: 4-0, passed.
Mr. Holmes also asked council to consider approving a new alcoholic beverage license application from Just Crawfish, located at 14578 Hwy. 165. After some discussion, a motion was made.
Motion to approve a Low Alcoholic Content-Class A Retail Alcoholic Beverage License for Just Crawfish, 14578 Hwy. 165 made by Councilwoman Sonnier, second by Councilman Nevils. Vote: 4-0, passed.
Motion to enter executive session to discuss natural gas negotiations with the Coushatta Tribe made by Councilwoman Van Norman, second by Councilwoman Sonnier. Vote: 4-0, passed.
Mayor LaFargue, the town council, and other town staff returned to the Council Chamber and a motion was made to exit executive session.
Motion to exit executive session made by Councilwoman Van Norman, second by Councilman Nevils. Vote: 4-0, passed.
Motion to authorize the town attorney to conclude negotiations with the Coushatta Tribe in accord with the last offer from the tribe made by Councilwoman Van Norman, second by Councilman Nevils. Vote: 4-0, passed.
PUBLIC WORKS REPORT: Eric Fontenot gave an update on current projects that the public works department is working on. He also informed the council that he is working on addressing several issues that need to be taken care of soon and will apply for grants to help with the cost of updating the water system.
TOWN CLERK REPORT: Traci Fontenot asked the council to consider adopting the Louisiana Compliance Questionnaire that is required by the Louisiana Legislative Auditor’s office as part of the annual audit. After some discussion, a motion was made.
Motion to adopt the Louisiana Compliance Questionnaire as required by the Louisiana Legislative Auditor made by Councilwoman Sonnier, second by Councilwoman DeWees. Vote: 4-0, passed.
With no further business to discuss, the meeting was adjourned.
Motion to adjourn made by Councilwoman Van Norman, second by Councilwoman Sonnier. Vote: 4-0, passed.
Adjournment
/s/Wayland LaFargue, Mayor
/s/Traci B. Fontenot
Town Clerk
(PUBLISH: FEBRUARY 22, 2024)1T
PUBLIC NOTICE
TOWN OF KINDER
MEETING
February 5, 2024
The Notice of Meeting/Agenda having been duly posted in accordance with requirements, and a quorum being present, the meeting was called to order by Mayor Wayland LaFargue at 6:00 p.m.
Mayor, Council and Staff Present: Wayland LaFargue, Mayor; Maria DeWees, Councilwoman Dist. 2; Jerry Nevils, Jr., Councilman Dist. 3; Susanne Sonnier, Councilwoman at Large; Traci Fontenot, Town Clerk; Michael Holmes, Town Attorney; Paul Courville, Chief of Police; Wesley Miller, Pan American Engineers; Council and Staff Absent: LaToya Tunwar, Councilwoman Dist. 1; Angie Van Norman, Councilwoman Dist.4; Eric Fontenot, Public Works Superintendent;
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Mayor LaFargue asked the council to consider approving the minutes for the regular council meeting of January 8, 2024.
Motion to dispense with the reading of the minutes from January 8, 2024, and approve them as distributed made by Councilman Nevils, second by Councilwoman Sonnier. Vote: 3-0, passed.
MAYOR REPORT: No report.
CHIEF OF POLICE REPORT: No report.
TOWN ATTORNEY REPORT: No report.
TOWN ENGINEER REPORT: Wesley Miller asked the council to consider three resolutions related to several grant applications. After some discussion, the following motions were made.
Motion to adopt Resolution No. 2024-01, authorizing the mayor to work with the Town Engineer on the development of the Local Government Assistance Program (LGAP) grant application made by Councilwoman Sonnier, second by Councilwoman DeWees. Vote: 3-0, passed.
Motion to adopt Resolution No. 2024-02, authorizing the mayor to work with the Town Engineer on the development of the Community Water Enrichment Fund (CWEF) grant application made by Councilman Nevils, second by Councilwoman Sonnier. Vote: 3-0, passed.
Motion to adopt Resolution No. 2024-03, authorizing the mayor to apply for the Safe Routes to Public Places Program (SRTPPP) grant for the purpose of funding a new sidewalk along La. Hwy. 383 made by Councilman Nevils, second by Councilwoman DeWees. Vote: 3-0, passed.
With no further business to discuss, the meeting was adjourned.
Motion to adjourn made by Councilwoman DeWees, second by Councilwoman Van Norman. Vote: 3-0, passed.
Adjournment
/s/Wayland LaFargue, Mayor
/s/Traci B. Fontenot
Town Clerk
(PUBLISH: FEBRUARY 22, 2024)1T
PUBLIC NOTICE
(NOTICE OF INTENTION TO INTRODUCE LOCAL BILL – HLS 24RS-424)
Public notice is hereby given, as provided by Section 13, Article III of the Constitution of Louisiana, that there will be introduced at the forthcoming session of the Legislature of Louisiana, to be convened on March 11, 2024, a bill relative to the Allen Parish Library Board of Control; to provide relative to compensation for members of the board; and to provide for related matters.
(PUBLISH: FEBRUARY 22 & 29, 2024)2T
PUBLIC NOTICE
WEST ALLEN PARISH WATER DISTRICT
MEETING
January 18, 2024
The regular monthly meeting of the West Allen Parish Water District was called to order at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, January 18, 2024 at the office of West Allen Parish Water District by Kurt Schultz, Carl Ritter prayed.
Present: Kurt Schultz, Carl Ritter, Thomas I. Savoie, Glen Monceaux, Jeremy Rion, Jonette Westmoreland, Peggy Kennedy, Kasey Smith & Nathan Booher.
Absent: Chancy Frith
Guests: Todd Taylor, Joe Perkins, Rusty Reeves, Michael Dotson, and Saleheen Sharif Shibly
Amend the agenda to add Fire Department and move Fire Department and Saleheen Sharif Shibly to the top of the agenda.
A motion was made by Carl and seconded by Glen to accept the minutes of the last meeting as presented and typed, passed.
A motion was made by Glen and seconded by Jeremy to accept the December 2023 financial report as presented, passed.
A motion was made by Ira and seconded by Carl to take the 4th quarter budget review under advisement, passed.
A motion by Glen and seconded by Jeremy to allow the fire department to put a lock to the tower gate, passed.
A motion was made by Glen and seconded by Jeremy to give the employees a 5% raise effective next pay period, passed.
A motion was made by Ira and seconded by Jeremy to send a letter to Police Jury recommending Rusty’s reappointment per unanimous decision with the board members present, passed.
A motion was made by Carl and seconded by Glen to adjourn, passed.
The next scheduled meeting will be held at 5:30 p.m. on February 6, 2024.
This institution is an equal opportunity provider. To file a complaint of discrimination write: USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights 1400 Independence Avenue, S. W. Washington D. C. 20250-9410 or call (800) 795-3272 (voice) or (202) 720-6382 (TDD) USDA is an equal opportunity provider, employer and lender.
(PUBLISH: FEBRUARY 22, 2024)1T
PUBLIC NOTICE
WEST ALLEN PARISH WATER DISTRICT
MEETING
Tuesday,
February 6, 2024
The regular monthly meeting of the West Allen Parish Water District was called to order at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, February 6, 2024 at the office of West Allen Parish Water District by Chancy Frith, Carl Ritter prayed.
Present: Chancy Frith, Kurt Schultz, Carl Ritter, Thomas I. Savoie, Glen Monceaux, Jeremy Rion, Jonette Westmoreland & Nathan Booher.
Absent: None
Guests: Custer Fontana, Todd & Lisa Taylor, Jeff Pitts, Dawn Perkins, Neil Moreau
A motion was made by Carl and seconded by Ira to move Meyer & Associates, Jeff Pitts and Todd Taylor to the top of the agenda, passed.
A motion was made by Kurt and seconded by Carl to do a 6 month average pending further Investigation, passed.
A motion was made by Kurt and seconded by Glen to accept the minutes of the last meeting as presented and typed, passed.
A motion was made by Glen and seconded by Kurt to accept the January 2024 financial report as presented, passed.
A motion was made by Glen and seconded by Jeremy to table Reeves Post Office until the next meeting, passed.
A motion was made by Jeremy and seconded by Ira to authorize Chancy and Kurt to sign the required documents for the bond delivery, passed.
A motion was made by Carl and seconded by Glen to adjourn at 7:47 P.M., passed.
The next scheduled meeting will be held at 5:30 p.m. on March 5, 2024.
This institution is an equal opportunity provider. To file a complaint of discrimination write: USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights 1400 Independence Avenue, S. W. Washington D. C. 20250-9410 or call (800) 795-3272 (voice) or (202) 720-6382 (TDD) USDA is an equal opportunity provider, employer and lender.
(PUBLISH: FEBRUARY 22, 2024)1T
POSITION NOTICE
The Allen Parish School Board is seeking person(s) to fill the following position(s):
One (1) Food Service Manager at Fairview High School Cafeteria
Minimum Requirements:
1. High school diploma or GED Certificate.
2. Minimum of one (1) year quantity food
service experience.
3. Completion of Louisiana School Food
Service Manager Certification Program
or complete the State Certification
Program within (2) years of hire.
4. Excellent physical and mental health.
(Pre-employment physical is required)
5. Copy of high school diploma or GED
certificate must be attached to
application
Salary: APSB Salary Schedule – $19,052/year
(178/178 days) $15.29/hr.
Status of Employments: 9 months (178 days)
Application Deadline: February 26th
at 4 p.m.
Employment Effective: March 1, 2024
Special Requirements: Interviews will be
conducted on February 28, 2024 at the
Allen Parish School Board Office.
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: FEBRUARY 15 & 22, 2024)2T