PUBLIC NOTICE ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS ALLEN PARISH POLICE JURY PARK ROAD BRIDGE REPLACEMENT Separate sealed bids for the construction of Park Road Bridge Replacement Project will be received by the Allen Parish Police Jury, at the Allen Parish Police Jury Office, 602 Court Street, Oberlin, LA 70655 until 10:00 a.m. local time on Tuesday, April 16, 2024 and then at said location publicly opened and read aloud. If forwarded by mail, the sealed envelope containing the bid must be enclosed in another envelope addressed to the Allen Parish Police Jury, 602 Court Street, Oberlin, LA 70655. The Bidding Documents may be examined at the office of the Engineer: MEYER, MEYER, LACROIX & HIXSON, INC. TELEPHONE (318) 448-0888 100 ENGINEER PLACE ALEXANDRIA, LOUISIANA 71303 Bidding documents on a USB flash drive may be obtained from the office of the Engineer at a cost per copy of $40.00, which represents the cost of reproduction and handling, and is nonrefundable. Any requests for bid documents must be accompanied by payment in full. Prime Bidders must obtain Bidding Documents from the Engineer. Bids received from Contractors utilizing any other Bidding Document source will be returned unopened. Each bid must be accompanied by bid security made payable to Owner in an amount of 5 percent of bidder’s maximum bid price and in the form of a certified check, cashier’s check or a bid bond. The successful bidder will be required to obtain a Performance Bond and a Payment Bond each in the amount of 100% of the contract amount. All bonds shall be executed by such sureties as are named in U.S. Department of the Treasury Circular 570. A bond signed by an agent or attorney-in-fact must be accompanied by a certified copy of that individual’s authority to bind the surety. Bidders may not withdraw their bid within forty-five (45) days after the actual date of opening thereof. The Owner reserves the right to reject any and all bids for just cause in accordance with Louisiana R.S. 38:2214B. Bidders have the option to submit bids electronically. Bidders seeking to submit bids electronically shall register online at www.centralauctionhouse.com. Bidders choosing to submit electronic bids online will be charged a fee by Central Bidding. Additionally, contractors shall obtain a digital signature certificate prior to submitting bids online. Electronic bids shall be accompanied by the bid security and power-of-attorney required by this solicitation. Bidders electing to submit bids electronically shall follow procedures as established by Central Bidding. Proper and timely submission of an electronic bid is the responsibility of the Bidder. Bidders are encouraged to complete the electronic bid documents in advance of bid closing. Late bids due to malfunction of internet infrastructure, certificate service providers, electronic bid bond providers, or other interruptions shall not be accepted. The Owner is not responsible for damages, lost revenue, etc., for bids not timely received due to malfunctions or breakdown of the either the internet or the electronic bidding service. Telephone or facsimile bids are invalid and shall not receive consideration. All bidders are encouraged to attend a Non-mandatory Pre-Bid Conference to be held at the Allen Parish Police Jury at 602 Court Street Oberlin, Louisiana on Tuesday, March 26, 2024 at 10:00 a.m., local time. Date: November 2023 /s/ Tony Hebert President (PUBLISH: MARCH 7, 14 & 21, 2024)3T
PUBLIC NOTICE SHERIFF’S SALE 33RD JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT Parish of Allen State of Louisiana LAKEVIEW LOAN SERVICING, LLC VS No. C-2024-026 BRICE ALAN DOUGLAS By virtue of a writ of SEIZURE AND SALE and to me directed by the Honorable Court aforesaid, I have seized and will offer for sale at public auction, to the last and highest bidder, with the benefit of appraisement, at the Court House door of this Parish, in the Town of Oberlin, Parish of Allen, on APRIL 17, 2024 between legal hours, beginning at 10:00 A.M., the following described property, to-wit: Beginning at the Southeast corner of the Northeast Quarter of the Southwest Quarter, Section 17, Township 5 South, Range 4 West, thence West 208.7 feet, thence North 208.7 feet, thence East 208.7 feet, thence South 208.7 feet to the point of beginning, together with all buildings and improvements situated thereon, located in Allen Parish, Louisiana. Seized under said Writ. Terms UPON SUCCESSFULLY BIDDING ON THE PROPERTY, THE WINNING BIDDER MUST IMMEDIATELY PROVIDE THE SHERIFF WITH THE FULL AMOUNT OF THE PURCHASE PRICE PAID BY 12:00 PM (NOON) ON THE DATE OF THE SALE WITH A MONEY ORDER, CASHIER OR CERTIFIED CHECK, PLUS THEIR NAME, ADDRESS, AND PHONE NUMBER BRANDY HOLLAND FOR: DOUGLAS L. HEBERT, III SHERIFF Sheriff’s Office, Oberlin, La., MARCH 6, 2024. CHRIS JACKSON ATTORNEY AT LAW 1010 COMMON STREET SUITE 1800 NEW ORLEANS, LA 70112 Attorney for plaintiff (PUBLISH: MARCH 14, 2024; & APRIL 11, 2024)2T
PUBLIC NOTICE VILLAGE OF REEVES MEETING FEBRUARY 12, 2024 The Village of Reeves met for a special meeting at the Reeves City Hall on February 12, 2024. Mayor Chris Guillory called the meeting to order at 5:30 pm. All were present, except attorney, Chad Guidry. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited and followed was a prayer led by Alderman Glenn Ducharme. Motion by Jeffcoats, second by Ducharme, and carried to dispense with the reading of the January 8, 2024 meeting and accept as written. Public meeting was opened to discuss the financials. No comments were made. Public meeting was closed. Motion by Ducharme, second by Jeffcoats, and carried to accept the financial reports. Amendment to ordinance 1-2001 all 3 yeas. Motion by Ducharme, second by Jeffcoats, and carried a resolution for The Allen Parish Hazard Mitigation Plan. Discussed the new city hall plans being sent over to the fire marshall Discussed the Allen Parish Rural Health Clinic. Motion by Jeffcoats, second by Ducharme, and carried at 5:50 PM to adjourn the meeting. Chris Guillory, Mayor Nicole Moreau, Clerk (PUBLISH: MARCH 14, 2024)1T
PUBLIC NOTICE VILLAGE OF REEVES Amendment to ordinance 1-2001 section 3 (B-2) At its regular meeting held February 12, 2024 the Village of Reeves made the following amendment to Ordinance 1-2001 Section 3 (B-2) B. Holidays. (2) Municipal holidays shall include the following days and any other day determined by the mayor and Board: (a) New Years Day (b) Martin Luther King Jr. Day (c) Mardi Gras (Fat Tuesday) (d) Good Friday (e) Memorial Day (f) Independence Day (g) Labor Day (h) Veteran’s Day (i) Thanksgiving Day (j) Christmas Eve (k) Christmas Day (PUBLISH: MARCH 14, 2024)1T
PUBLIC NOTICE KINDER DRAINAGE DISTRICT NO. 2 MEETING FEBRUARY 8, 2024 Minutes of the previous meeting of the Kinder Drainage District No. 2 held at the Farm Bureau Office in Kinder, La on Thursday, February 8, 2024. The following commissioners were present: Kurt Unkel, Lane Manuel, Thomas Mayes, Norman Fontenot and Roger young. Motion was made by Thomas Mayes, seconded by Lane Manuel and passed to dispense with the reading of the minutes. Old Business: None. New Business: Board agreed to obtain bids for ditch cleaning on Montou ditch, McNeese ditch and two ditches of Ike’s Road and Kings Farm ditch. Board will open bids at march meeting. Board agreed to pay bills for the month. Meeting adjourned. The next regular meeting will be held on Thursday, March 7, 2024 at 5:30 pm. Kurt Unkel, President Doris Martin, Secretary (PUBLISH: MARCH 14, 2024)1T
PUBLIC NOTICE TOWN OF KINDER NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The Town of Kinder will conduct an amended budget hearing on Monday, April 1, 2024, at 6:00 PM in the Council Chambers at the Fred A. Ashy Municipal Building, 333 8th St., Kinder, Louisiana. The Council will consider for final adoption Ordinance No. 880 officially adopting the AMENDED BUDGET for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2024. The purpose of the hearing is to invite public comment and participation in the Town budget process. The following report is a summary only. Detailed budget statements are available and on file for public inspection at City Hall. Interested persons may examine budget documents between the hours of 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM, Monday through Thursday and between 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM on Friday. The Town of Kinder does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or handicapped status in employment or the provision of services. TOWN OF KINDER AMENDED BUDGET SUMMARY Ord. No. 880 For Period July 1, 2023 – June 30, 2024 Revenues: General & Police $ 1,087,550 Water $ 428,500 Sewer $ 315,630 Gas $ 916,650 Sales Tax & Gaming Rev. $ 1,155,150 Total Revenues $ 3,903,480 Expenditures: General & Admin. $ 745,719 Streets $ 174,077 Police Dept. $ 1,189,711 Water $ 366,430 Sewer $ 78,700 Gas $ 764,920 Sales Tax $ 600,335 Total Expenditures $ 3,919,892 Change in Fund Balance $ (16,412) (PUBLISH: MARCH 14, 2024)1T
POSITION NOTICE ALLEN PARISH SCHOOL BOARD MEDIA CENTER SECRETARY Qualifications: 1. High School Diploma 2. Post secondary training or comparable experience in computerized record keeping (business or technical training preferred) 3. Knowledge of accounting sufficient to assume maintenance of present Title 1 accounting system 4. Computer skills with knowledge of word processing 5. Proficient in typing – emphasis on accuracy 6. Ability to communicate effectively and work with a team. 7. Other criteria established by the Board Terms of Employment: 12 months Salary: Allen Parish School Board Salary Schedule Application Requirements: Applications may be obtained at the Allen Parish School Board Central Office. Resume should be submitted with application Application Deadline: March 19, 2024 PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Answer all incoming phone calls. 2. Sort and distribute daily mail. 3. Operate equipment in Media Center. 4. Collate materials, bind, and pack for delivery. 5. Perform other tasks necessary to enhance the effectiveness of Title 1 Coordinators in preparation of Title 1 materials. 6. Maintain Title 1 accounting system and computerized records. 7. Maintain central filing system. 8. Monitor office supplies inventory and prepare office supply orders. 9. Perform various typing for director and coordinators. 10. Schedule meetings and use of equipment. 11. Maintain professional library checkouts and returns. 12. Job description and duties subject to modification as needed. 13. Performs other duties as assigned by the proper authority with a positive attitude and team spirit. This Institution is an equal opportunity provider (PUBLISH: MARCH 7 & 14, 2024)2T