CROWLEY, LOUISIANA
JUNE 15, 2004
THE ACADIA PARISH POLICE JURY met on the above date at 6:30 p.m., in the Police Jury Meeting Room, Courthouse Building, Crowley, Louisiana, in regular session with the President, Cecelia Broussard, presiding. At the request of the President, a moment of silence was offered and the Pledge to the Flag was recited in unison. The roll was called and final attendance was recorded as follows:
ALTON STEVENSON
A J BROUSSARD
JOHN HUMBLE SR
CECELIA BROUSSARD
JIMMIE PELLERIN
A J CREDEUR
THOMAS BENOIT
FELTON MOREAU
A motion was offered by Mr. Jimmie Pellerin, seconded by Mr. Alton Stevenson, to approve the Minutes of the June 1, 2004, Regular Police Jury Meeting. Motion carried.
APPOINTMENTS
Ms. Lorie McGee, resident of the Church Point community, requested to put in nomination the existing five members currently serving on the Bayou Plaquemine & Wikoff Gravity Drainage District.
The President so noted the request.
Mr. David Savoie, Church Point area resident, commented on the job the current board members had done. He indicated that considerable amount money was saved by the District and he bragged on the success of the program.
Juror John Humble, Sr., requested an explanation to the reasons for changing members of the board.
Juror Cade Benoit responded with comments referencing the activities in the Fifth, First and Sixth Wards were drainage boards in those areas were actively engaged in hiring their own employees.
Mr. Savoie once again responded with comments regarding the use of surplus funds alluding to the fact that there would be no money at the end of ten years in the bank and that a tax increase would be inevitable.
Mr. Don Higginbotham, currently serving as a member of the Bayou Plaquemine & Wikoff Board, questioned the accuracy of information that was presented at an earlier meeting relative to the cost to operate equipment.
Mr. Tim McGee requested a roll call vote on any Resolution made to appoint members to the board.
RESOLUTION
BY MESSRS: CADE BENOIT AND ALTON STEVENSON
BE IT RESOLVED: by the Acadia Parish Police Jury in regular session duly convened this 15th day of June, 2004, does hereby re-appoint MESSRS. DONALD HIGGINBOTHAM and KENNETH BERGERON for a two year term and appoint MESSRS. JAMES HIGGINBOTHAM, PATRICK PRATHER and THOMAS THIBODEAUX for a four year term to the Bayou Plaquemine & Wikoff Drainage District, respectively.
YEAS: Alton Stevenson, A. J. Broussard, A. J. Credeur, Cade Benoit and
Felton Moreau.
NAYS: None.
ABSTAINED: John Humble, Sr. and Jimmie Pellerin
ADOPTED: JUNE 15, 2004
ATTEST:
/s/ Katry Martin /s/ Cecelia S. Broussard
KATRY MARTIN CECELIA S. BROUSSARD
SECRETARY-TREASURER PRESIDENT
FINANCE
A motion was offered by Mr. Jimmie Pellerin, seconded by Mr. Cade Benoit, to approve mid-year budget amendments to cover additional expenditures in the General Fund, Health Unit Fund, Industrial District #1 Fund and Parish Road Repair Fund, in the amount of $374,528.00 as presented. Motion carried.
RESOLUTION
BY MESSRS: JIMMIE PELLERIN AND JOHN HUMBLE SR
ENDORSEMENT RESOLUTION FOR A COMPANY TO PARTICIPATE
IN THE ENTERPRISE ZONE PROGRAM
RESOLUTION STATING THE ACADIA PARISH POLICE JURY'S ENDORSEMENT OF A N.E.W. ROCK CO., INC., TO PARTICIPATE IN THE BENEFITS OF THE LOUISIANA ENTERPRISE ZONE PROGRAM
WHEREAS, the Louisiana Enterprise Zone act of 1981, Act 901 was enacted by the Louisiana State Legislature, and Act 337 was enacted by the 1982 Legislature, Act 433 was enacted by the 1987 Legislature and Act 581 was enacted by the 1995 Legislature, and
WHEREAS, the Louisiana Enterprise Zone Program offers significant incentives for economic development to some of the most distressed areas in the Parish of Acadia, and
WHEREAS, the Louisiana Department of Economic Development designated Census Tract 9607 , Block Group 004 or Economic Development Zone in Acadia Parish as an "Enterprise Zone or Economic Development Zone" eligible based on enabling legislation (R.S.51.21.1787-1791), and
WHEREAS, the Acadia Parish Police Jury states this endorsement is in agreement with the Overall Economic Development Plan for the Parish of Acadia, and
WHEREAS, the attached Enterprise Zone map has been marked to show the location of the business being endorsed, and
WHEREAS, in accordance with the Louisiana Enterprise Zone Program requirements the Acadia Parish Police Jury agrees:
1. To participate in the enterprise zone program.
2. To assist the Department in evaluating progress made in any
enterprise zone within its jurisdiction.
BE IT RESOLVED by the Acadia Parish Police Jury in due, regular and legal session convened this 15th day of June, 2004, that A N.E.W. Rock Co., Inc., and their project, new facility, State Application #20040256 is endorsed to participate in the Louisiana Enterprise Zone Program.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that if any provision or item of this resolution or the application thereof is held invalid, such invalidity shall not affect other provisions, items or applications of this resolution which can be given effect without the invalid provisions, items or applications and to this end the provisions of this resolution are hereby declared severable.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that all resolutions or parts thereof in conflict herewith are hereby repealed.
YEAS: Alton Stevenson, A. J. Broussard, John Humble, Sr., Cecelia
Broussard, Jimmie Pellerin, A. J. Credeur, Cade Benoit and Felton
Moreau.
NAYS: None.
ABSENT: None.
ABSTAINED: None.
ADOPTED: JUNE 15, 2004
ATTEST:
/s/ Katry Martin /s/ Cecelia S. Broussard
KATRY MARTIN CECELIA S. BROUSSARD
SECRETARY-TREASURER PRESIDENT
PERSONNEL
A motion was offered by Mr. Cade Benoit, seconded by Mr. John Humble, Sr., to approve the hiring of Mr. Danny Abshire as Maintenance Tech Level D at a starting pay of $7.50 per hour provided all hiring requirements are met. Motion carried.
A motion was offered by Mr. Cade Benoit, seconded by Mr. Alton Stevenson, to authorize the Secretary to advertise for an Administrative Receptionist/Technical Office Assistant at a starting pay of $7.50 per hour. Motion carried.
A motion was offered by Mr. Cade Benoit, seconded by Mr. John Humble, Sr., to amend Operator II Job Description to require Louisiana Commercial Drivers License within the six month probationary period. Motion carried.
A motion was offered by Mr. Cade Benoit, seconded by Mr. Alton Stevenson, to authorize the Solid Waste Supervisor to develop a modified job description and further authorize the hiring of Mr. Donald Leger under the Recycling and Mosquito Control Programs. Motion carried.
A motion was offered by Mr. Felton Moreau, seconded by Mr. John Humble, Sr., to amend the 2004 Road Maintenance Budget in the amount of $5,000.00 to provide for Contract Labor. Motion carried.
RESOLUTION
BY MESSRS: CADE BENOIT AND JOHN HUMBLE SR
WHEREAS, the Acadia Parish Police Jury deems it necessary to retain independent Legal Counsel, and
WHEREAS, Mr. Lyle O. Fogleman, Jr., has been found to be appropriately versed and prepared in matters regarding Government practice.
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Acadia Parish Police Jury in regular session duly convened on this the 15th day of June, 2004, does hereby employ the professional services of Mr. Lyle O. Fogleman, Jr., as Legal Counsel, subject to the approval of the Attorney General.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the employment of Mr. Fogleman is to be effective 6/15/04 and to be compensated in accordance with the Attorney General’s rate schedule.
ADOPTED: JUNE 15, 2004
ATTEST:
/s/ Katry Martin /s/ Cecelia S. Broussard
KATRY MARTIN CECELIA S. BROUSSARD
SECRETARY-TREASURER PRESIDENT
A motion was offered by Mr. Cade Benoit, seconded by Mr. Alton Stevenson, to adjourn into executive session to consider a request for transfer in matters relative to a complaint presented by a Parish Road employee. The following roll call vote was cast: Yeas: Alton Stevenson, A. J. Broussard, John Humble, Sr., Cecelia Broussard, Jimmie Pellerin, A. J. Credeur, Cade Benoit and Felton Moreau. Motion carried.
PUBLIC FACILITIES/BUILDING & GROUNDS
RESOLUTION
BY MESSRS: A J CREDEUR AND CADE BENOIT
WHEREAS, the Parish gave Notice of Intent to sell a 7.023 acre tract of land in the Crowley/Rayne Industrial Park including all improvements that consist of 78,000 sq. ft. manufacturing facility as required by RS 33:4717.2, and
WHEREAS, the Police Jury wished to market said property at a value less than the amount provided in the appraisal by Fred Gossen Company, and
WHEREAS, the buyer intends to provide economic incentives to supplement for the additional value.
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Acadia Parish Police Jury in regular session duly convened on this the 15th day of June, 2004, does hereby empower, authorize and direct the President to execute an Act of Sale and Economic Development Agreement pursuant to LA RS 33:4717.2 with Interco Tire Company or their assigns in the amount of 1.5 million dollars and additional economic incentives.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the President be empowered, authorized and directed to execute a Termination of Lease Contract with Cajun Bag and Supply occupants of the existing facility.
ADOPTED: JUNE 15, 2004
ATTEST:
/s/ Katry Martin /s/ Cecelia S. Broussard
KATRY MARTIN CECELIA S. BROUSSARD
SECRETARY-TREASURER PRESIDENT
Engineer Karl Aucoin reported on the preliminary drawings showing property to be considered for purchase owned by 5-H Farms for the purpose of expanding Parish Jail facilities.
The Secretary referenced plans to meet with the Parish Bonding Attorney to facilitate possible funding sources for said expansion.
PUBLIC WORKS/ROAD & BRIDGE
RESOLUTION
BY MESSRS: A J CREDEUR AND FELTON MOREAU
BE IT RESOLVED: by the Acadia Parish Police Jury in regular session duly convened this 15th day of June, 2004, does hereby authorize Engineer Ryan Fuselier to prepare cost estimate to repair the bridge on St. Margaret Road.
ADOPTED: JUNE 15, 2004
ATTEST:
/s/ Katry Martin /s/ Cecelia S. Broussard
KATRY MARTIN CECELIA S. BROUSSARD
SECRETARY-TREASURER PRESIDENT
RESOLUTION
BY MESSRS: A J CREDEUR AND JOHN HUMBLE SR
WHEREAS, the Acadia Parish Police Jury accepted proposals for the bridge crossings on De Porres and St. Louis Roads.
WHEREAS, the sole bid received was as follows:
BIDDER PROPOSAL
JTD Services, Inc. De Porres $16,850.00
St. Louis $13,750.00
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Acadia Parish Police Jury in regular session duly convened on this the 15th day of June, 2004, does hereby accept the sole bid submitted by JTD Services, Inc., for bridge crossings on De Porres and St. Louis Roads.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the President of this Police Jury be and she is hereby empowered, authorized and directed to execute a contract with JTD Services, Inc., on behalf of, in the name and under the seal of the Acadia Parish Police Jury relative to said project.
ADOPTED: JUNE 15, 2004
ATTEST:
/s/ Katry Martin /s/ Cecelia S. Broussard
KATRY MARTIN CECELIA S. BROUSSARD
SECRETARY-TREASURER PRESIDENT
A motion was offered by Mr. A. J. Credeur, seconded by Mr. John Humble, Sr., to authorize Legal Counsel and Road & Bridge Chairman to meet with the District Attorney to discuss matters relative to culvert installation. Motion carried.
A motion was offered by Mr. A. J. Credeur, seconded by Mr. Felton Moreau, to approve the Emergency Work Report for the month of May, 2004. Said expenditures to be in the amount of $3,995.41. Motion carried.
A motion was offered by Mr. A. J. Credeur, seconded by Mr. Cade Benoit, to authorize the maintenance on Nelson Road extension subject to Legal Counsel’s approval. Motion carried.
RESOLUTION
BY MESSRS: A J CREDEUR AND FELTON MOREAU
BE IT RESOLVED: by the Acadia Parish Police Jury in regular session duly convened this 15th day of June, 2004, does hereby empower, authorize and direct the President to execute an Intergovernmental Agreement with the First Ward Drainage District to instruct improvements near Samba Lane consisting of excavation and installation of drainage culverts.
ADOPTED: JUNE 15, 2004
ATTEST:
/s/ Katry Martin /s/ Cecelia S. Broussard
KATRY MARTIN CECELIA S. BROUSSARD
SECRETARY-TREASURER PRESIDENT
SOLID WASTE/ENVIRONMENTAL
RESOLUTION
BY MESSRS: ALTON STEVENSON AND CADE BENOIT
WHEREAS, it was advertised according to law in the Official Journal of the Parish for the Installation of an Extension of a Subtitle D Clay Liner into Phase V at the Acadia Parish Sanitary Landfill.
WHEREAS, bids received were as follows:
BIDDER BASE BID
Pickett Industries, Inc. $ 979,286.45
James Construction Group $1,020,210.23
Environmental Specialties Int. $1,030,496.40
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Acadia Parish Police Jury in regular session duly convened this 15th day of June, 2004, does hereby concur with the recommendation of Mader-Miers Engineering to accept the low bid submitted by Pickett Industries, Inc., in the amount of Nine Hundred Seventy-nine Thousand Two Hundred Eighty-six and 45/100 ($979,286.45) Dollars.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the President of this Police Jury be and he is hereby empowered, authorized and directed to execute a contract with Pickett Industries, Inc., on behalf of, in the name and under the seal of the Acadia Parish Police Jury relative to the purchase of said liner.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the budget be amended by the necessary amount to supplement the additional cost of said construction.
ADOPTED: JUNE 15, 2004
ATTEST:
/s/ Katry Martin /s/ Cecelia S. Broussard
KATRY MARTIN CECELIA S. BROUSSARD
SECRETARY-TREASURER PRESIDENT
A motion was offered by Mr. Cade Benoit, seconded by Mr. Alton Stevenson, to cancel the regular meeting scheduled for July 20, 2004, due to a conflict with the National Conference held in Phoenix, Arizona. Motion carried.
COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC
Comments were made relative to the Indigo Bridge Project, Ebenezer Water Expansion and drainage inspection in the Bayou Plaquemine & Bayou Des Cannes area.
THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE MEETING, THE MOTION WAS OFFERED DULY SECONDED, THAT THE MEETING ADJOURN UNTIL THE NEXT REGULARLY SCHEDULED MEETING OF JULY 6, 2004, AT THE HOUR OF 6:30 P.M.
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